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• Typical array is between 7 and 8 feet in height, with approximately 2 to 3 feet of ground <br /> clearance, and approximately 63 feet in length. <br /> • Arrays will be screened by existing vegetation and an 8 foot high chain link security <br /> fence, topped with 3 strand barbed wire, shall enclose the perimeter of the array to <br /> prevent access. <br /> REQUEST(Continued): <br /> • Gravel paths/drives will be installed around these arrays in order to permit access by <br /> Strata Solar technicians to service the panels. In certain areas there will be natural, <br /> grass, paths depending on soil. <br /> • Vehicular access to the site is restricted by a 24 foot access gate off of Redman Road. <br /> • An overhead, medium voltage, power line will be installed along the western portion of <br /> the property allowing the proposed facility to tie into the power grid via an adjacent Duke <br /> Energy substation. <br /> SITE PLAN: Map <br /> REQUIRED REVIEW: <br /> Project involves the review of a Class A Special Use Permit in accordance with the <br /> provisions of Section 2.7 of the UDO. <br /> • Held in a quasi-judicial format meaning all parties, for and against the application, <br /> provide sworn testimony as well as competent material and substantial evidence on the <br /> merits of the proposal. <br /> • Applicant has burden of demonstrating project complies with the provisions of the UDO. <br /> REQUIRED REVIEW (continued): <br /> • Anyone opposing the application is required to demonstrate through sworn testimony <br /> and competent material and substantial evidence that the project does not comply with <br /> the provisions of the Ordinance. <br /> • Hearsay or unsubstantiated opinions are not sufficient testimony. <br /> • If applicant proves compliance with applicable standards, and there is no evidence in the <br /> record the project does not comply, the permit must be issued. <br /> REVIEW PROCESS: <br /> • Step One: Review of application at a joint Quarterly Public Hearing by BOCC and <br /> Planning Board. BOCC adjourns the public hearing to a date/time certain to receive the <br /> Planning Board recommendation. <br /> • Step Two: Review of application by Planning Board who will make a recommendation <br /> on the application based on the evidence and testimony offered into evidence during the <br /> public hearing. <br /> • Step Three: BOCC reconvenes public hearing to receive Planning Board <br /> recommendation. No additional public comment/testimony is accepted. BOCC takes <br /> action on the proposal. <br /> STAFF INITIAL REVIEW: <br /> • Applicant has submitted all documentation required for the review of a the solar array <br /> (Section 5.9.6) <br /> • Applicant has submitted required documentation for a Class A Special Use Permit (i.e. <br /> required by Section 2.7.3) <br /> • There are policies within the Comprehensive Plan lending credence to the viability of the <br /> proposal <br />