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52 <br /> then,lots should be combined to better meet required setbacks. Willis responded that a <br /> rezoning could be requested since the area being discussed is a transition area. Be noted <br /> that the proposed amendment would only address and allow some flexibility in the <br /> setbacks. <br /> Katz stated that he felt this was a step toward urbanization and he felt there should be <br /> public input and felt this would create discussion of a Small Area Plan for Efland noting <br /> this as an opportunity for affordable housing. Allison responded that he was in favor of <br /> the concept;however,this particular situation has other issues that should be addressed. <br /> He continued that safety was still the uppermost issue in his concern. <br /> Willis stated that the recommendation from the Planning Board would not be decisions <br /> on the items,but,whether they should be recommended for public hearing. <br /> MOTION: Brown recommended that all of the items be advertised for public hearing with the <br /> exception of the item regarding the Efland Transition Area and that a Small Area Plan <br /> be considered for Efland. Seconded by Allison. <br /> VOTE: Unanimous. <br /> AGENDA ITEM 911: PLANNING BOARD ITEMS <br /> a. Planning Board Rules and Procedures <br /> (1) Proposed Meeting Date Change <br /> Willis stated that the Board of Commissioners have approved the change in meeting <br /> date to the first Wednesday of each month beginning August 7, 1996. A copy of the <br /> Rules of Procedure,as amended,is included in the agenda materials and on file in <br /> file in the Planning Department. <br /> Willis also noted that she had distributed a revised schedule for the remainder of <br /> 1996. <br /> Meeting adjourned 10:05. <br /> Prepared By <br /> Approved By <br /> Date <br />