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s 2 The Board of Directors of Carolina Friends School adopted a five-year master plan in 1991 for development of the school. In 1992 the Special Use Permit was modified to include expansion of buildings and parking consistent with the school's master plan. The current request is for 3500 square feet additional floor area(total 6500 square feet)for a library/arts building; a 1200 square foot addition to the Middle School for a multi-purpose room and faculty offices; 1000 square feet of office and storage space at the Early School; and enclosing a 400 square foot porch for expanded reception and office area at the Center Building. The request does not represent an increase in school staff or student enrollment. The proposed construction constitutes a major modification to the Special Use Permit issued in 1990 and amended in 1992. Article 8.7.3 of the Zoning Ordinance requires that such a change be considered by the Board of Commissioners following a public hearing. The proposed expansion of the school complies with almost all the findings (see attachment)required by the Zoning Ordinance that are attached to the current Special Use Permit. A condition has been included in the Planning Staff's recommendation to insure compliance with all State and local regulations. A letter from DEM was included in the public hearing packet indicating that the current permit for sewage disposal will be unaffected by the school's expansion because staff and student enrollment will not be increased. On August 26 the proposed modification to the Special Use Permit was presented at the public hearing. No questions or comments were received from the boards or the public. The Commissioners referred the item to the Planning Board for a recommendation to be returned no sooner than October 1. On September 4,the Planning Board made positive findings and recommended approval of the modification with a unanimous vote. RECOMMENDATION: Close the public hearing and receive the Planning Board recommendation. The Administration recommends approval of the modification to the Special Use Permit for Carolina Friends school based on the attached findings and subject to the following condition added to those placed on the Special Use Permit in 1990 and 1992: 1. The entrance and driveway are to be kept free and clear of traffic and parked vehicles at all times and clearly identified as fire lanes with reflective signs mounted on posts. The signs shall be installed under the guidance and supervision of the Orange County Fire Marshal's office and shall meet the provisions of Chapter 6 of the North Carolina State Building Code,Volume V, Fire Prevention, 1996 Edition.