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M STAFF COMMENT. Note(s) on the site plan indicate warning signs shall be erected as required by the UDO. (e) All mechanical equipment of principal solar energy systems including any structure for batteries or storage cells, shall be completely enclosed by a minimum eight (8) foot high fence with a self - locking gate, and provided with screening in accordance with the provisions of Section 6.8. STAFF COMMENT. The site plan indicates the site shall be enclosed by an 8 foot high security fence around the entire perimeter. A 50' wide Landscape Buffer with screening materials will be provided around the perimeter of the project. (f) The applicant shall submit proof of liability insurance covering bodily injury and property damage demonstrating a minimum coverage limit of $ 500,000.00 per occurrence. STAFF COMMENT. The narrative provides language denoting the applicant's compliance with this provision. (g) A Type D Land Use Buffer shall be provided along any portion of the perimeter of the parcel, easement, or leasehold area located adjacent to property zoned, or otherwise utilized for, residential use except where such property is owned, leased or consists of other utility easements currently used for electrical distribution or transmission purposes. Existing vegetation may be used to satisfy the landscaping requirements. STAFF COMMENT. The site plan provides sufficient information demonstrating land use buffering requirements will be met. In reviewing the request with other County departments, the following comments have been received- 1 . The Sheriff's Department has indicated the proposed development will not require existing patrol patterns to be altered. 2. EMS staff has indicated that White Cross Volunteer Fire Department will still provide fire services and that Orange County EMS will provide emergency medical services. They do not believe the request will create a service provision problem for them. 3. There are no septic or well systems proposed for the property. 4. The Planning Department and the Department of Environment, Agriculture, Parks, and Recreation (DEAPR) staff has reviewed the proposal and determined the request, if approved, will have no significant impact to existing habitat area warranting special consideration or protection based on information contained within the Inventory of Natural Areas and Wildlife Habitats for Orange County North Carolina 5. Orange County Solid Waste has indicated the request, if approved, will not impact service provision to the surrounding area. 6. Staff has submitted the project to the State Clearinghouse for review. Preliminary responses from State agencies indicate there are no concerns associated with the development of the property as a solar array. Final comments will not be received until May 28, 2015 and will be provided to the BOCC and Planning Board at that time.