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r 2 Public Hearing Comments Citizen comments both for and against the proposed amendment were received at the Public Hearing on February 28, 1994. The Orange Water and Sewer Authority was opposed to the relaxation of any watershed protection standard, particularly when applied to the Cane Creek Watershed. Several citizens spoke in favor of the amendment because a number of existing lots, particularly those surrounding Lake Orange, are rendered unbuildable by the setback requirements. The Staff response to key questions and issues raised at the public hearing is attached. The Planning Staff recommends approval of the amendment on the basis that it allows for a more expedient and efficient process for addressing as many as 70 situations which would now require action by the Board of Adjustment. Planning Board Recommendation The Planning Board considered the proposed amendment on April 18, 1994, and, after considerable discussion, recommended approval by a vote of seven to two. Minutes of the Planning Board meeting are attached. Board of Commissioners Action - May 2, 1994 The proposed amendment was included as an Item for Decision on the May 2, 1994 Commissioners Agenda. Due to the late hour, the discussion was limited to OWASA comments and follow-up questions to Planning Staff. No decision on the amendment was made. The County Manager contacted Planning Staff on May 10, 1994, for clarification of and information related to the key points raised during the public hearing process. The following information was provided: - The amendment affects existing lots only; - The alternative to approval of the amendment is for affected property owners to seek relief from the Board of Adjustment; - It is highly unlikely that there will be any affected properties in the Cane Creek or University Lake Watershed; It is possible that there could be 50 to 70 variance requests for properties surrounding Lake Orange if the amendment is not approved;