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. 38 <br />It should be remembered that the review of all special use permit applications are carried <br />out in a quasi-judicial format meaning that decisions relating to the approval or denial of a <br />application are based solely on the sworn testimony of all parties involved with the case, both <br />those for and against an application, as well as the review of competent material and substantial <br />evidence submitted during the public hearing. <br />While County regulations and State law do not require that parties be represented by an <br />attorney, it may be in your best interests to secure legal council to represent your interests at the <br />hearing. <br />Further the applicant -has the burden of establishing, by the submission of competent <br />material and substantial evidence, the existence of facts and conditions that demonstrate the <br />projects compliance with the various requirements and standards detailed within the Unified <br />Development Ordinance. Those opposing approval of the application shall have the burden of <br />establishing, also through the submission of competent material and substantial evidence, the <br />specific manner in which the proposal does not satisfy the requirements for approval of the <br />application. <br />As previously indicated, the Board shall render a decision only on the sworn testimony of <br />all parties and on the competent material and substantial evidence submitted during the hearing. <br />The fall text of the application and staff report for this item may be obtained no later than <br />February 14, 2014 at the County website www.co.oran eg nc.us at the Meeting Agendas link. <br />If you have any questions concerning this request, please contact staff at (919) 245 -2575. <br />Sincerely, <br />Michael D. Harvey, M, CZO <br />Current Planning Supervisor <br />Planner III <br />Orange County <br />