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R U R A L B U F F E R STUDY <br /> 55 <br /> POLICY ANALYSIS <br /> TASK: Review, analyze, update and document policies, plan <br /> proposals and standards for issues relevant to the Rural <br /> Buffer and which guide private and governmental action. <br /> DEFINITIONS: <br /> Policy: A specific statement guiding action and <br /> implying clear commitment. Example: <br /> "Recreational uses in stream buffers shall be <br /> limited to those activities which are <br /> compatible with maintaining the environment <br /> with a minimum of disruption. " <br /> The ultimate purpose of an effort stated in a <br /> way that is general in nature and <br /> immeasurable. Example: "To enhance the open <br /> space amenities of the community. " <br /> Qtdsatize: A measurable goal. Example: "To reduce peak <br /> hour traffic congestion to service level 'C' <br /> by 1984. " <br /> flan gQ l: An of how policies specifically <br /> apply y to an area. Example: "Establish a <br /> greenbelt along River X running from point Y <br /> to point Z. " Note: a plan proposal can also <br /> take the form of a diagram. <br /> Standard: A specific, often quantified guideline <br /> defining the relationship between two or more <br /> variables. Standards often translate directly <br /> into regulatory controls. Example: Three to <br /> six dwelling units per acre (moderate density <br /> residential) . <br /> MIEN: Current policies, goals. objectives, plan proposals <br /> and standards in Rural Buffer according to plan element. <br /> ***************************************************************** <br /> Element policy a2.41 Objective proposal Standard <br /> laad Uae X X X X X <br /> Circulation X X X X X <br /> Housing X X X X X <br /> Open $$ASS X X X X X <br /> ConsBrvajpn X X X X X <br /> Eealtbilsx X X X X X <br /> • ***************************************************************** <br />