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June 6, 1986 008 Orange County Planning Department Orange County Commissioners Hillsborough, N.C. 27278 To all whom this concerns; Heartwood is the fulfillment of a long held vision and the practical application of 15 years personal experience. I would like to express my intentions in developing Heartwood. They are threefold. One is to develop a small working homestead with my family where there are gardens, animal husbandry, woodworking and related activities which are a part of a family homestead lifestyle. Since we moved into the "the old BlackburnPlace" this past September we have begun substantial gardens, re- vived the many neglected fruit trees, cleaned up and cared for the grounds, restored many of the outbuildings into useable conditions have the pleasure of the antics of a young Jersey Heifer, and the challenge of humble begin- ings. In essence my home is a place to learn, to grow, and to share for my. own family and for others who may wish to participate. This brings me to the second aspect which is to involve children. In the decision to purchase this land I was very interested in helping the Emerson Waldorf School find a suitable place to build their school and sold them a parcel.. of land on which to build. The Waldorf School philosophy and educational program lends itself well to being involved with a farm - environment. Many Waldorf Schools have adjoining a-larm situation which enhances many aspects of the children's school experience. My children both attend the Waldorf School and I find their enjoyment of school quite remarkable. Thirdly, I want to develop a residential community where families:;and individuals have theopportunity to participate in a lifestyle that restores many of the strong values and learning situations of the family farm yet offers privacy and, individual choice. A place where there can be a harmonious blend of respect 'for -the land and opportunity to participate in activities that would not be available in most residential developments. For me and I know many others, there is more to life than one's work, TV, and health clubs! Heartwood. .is my personal commitment to offer to those people who like me want to live in a neighborhood environment where they can get involved, con- tribute, and grow in ways seeminf' destined to be forgotten in this fast paced age of computers and hi-tech living. The center of Heartwood is a. lake and throughout the development there . will be walking trails to connect the residents..with the school my homestead the lake, the community building, play areas_, and gardening areas. No doubt any children attending the school will create their own paths from home to school and to their favorite places in Heartwood. The homes at Heartwood will be carefully placed;so-.as to be neighborly but positioned in such a way that will maximize privacy. Utmost care will be taken to preserve the woodland environment throughout. I personally will be involved in ap- proving all site and building plans, any tree removal and landscaping. I intend to work closely with the Heartwood Homeowners Association in