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17 <br /> • Do basic framework of rural character plan to set parameters for rural development, then <br /> use small area plans in prioritized to refine what people want in their community. <br /> (Barrows, Burklin, Waddell - general agreement as long as plans not done everywhere.) <br /> • Let the Small Area Plans define the open space quality issues - provide local definition <br /> that could vary from place to place (Hoecke, others agreed). <br /> • Small Area Plans will need support from other County agencies, fire departments, etc - <br /> not just Planning (Burklin). <br /> • Points of agreement and/or additional ideas expressed by Planning Board members <br /> included the following: <br /> • Off-site septic easements (Barrows, Walters) <br /> • T-turns/road design alternatives (Barrows) <br /> • Density averaging will be popular and help (Walters) <br /> • Use a formula to differentiate between quality open space and other open space <br /> uses (Waddell, others in agreement) <br /> • Need to look at carrying capacity (Brown) <br /> • Need a "How to" section spelling out donation of open space to a land <br /> conservancy - make it easy and clear (Rosemond, Barrows, Hoecke) <br /> • Primary/Secondary Conservation Areas (Rosemond, Brown, others?) <br />