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Article 7: Subdivisions 92 <br /> Section 7.12: Flexible Developments <br /> Where the goal of the Flexible Development project is to conserve scenic views, th- <br /> following criteria apply: <br /> (1) Leave scenic views and vistas unblocked or uninterrupted, particularl as seen <br /> from public roadways. Consider"no-build, no-plant" buffers along p .lic <br /> roadways where views or vistas are prominent or locally significa . <br /> (2 In wooded areas where a sense of enclosure is a feature to bo maintained, <br /> consider a "no-build, no-cut" buffer created through the pre -rvation of existing <br /> vegetation. <br /> (3) W -re development is located in unwooded areas cle. ly visible from existing <br /> publi. roads, it should be buffered from direct view . a vegetative buffer or an <br /> earth b: m constructed to reflect the topography . the surrounding area. <br /> (4) Protect rur. roadside character and scenic vi- s by providing larger lots (e.g., <br /> two acres or 'ore) adjacent to existing publ. roads. <br /> (5) Protect rural roag ide character and veh. ular carrying capacity by avoiding <br /> development fronti on existing publi. roads and limiting access to all lots from <br /> interior rather than ex :nor roads. <br /> (6) Unless buildings can be e ectiv- screened or buffered with trees, avoid siting <br /> new construction on or clos- t. prominent hilltops or ridges where rooflines are <br /> seen above the horizon. <br /> (F) Historic and Archaeological Features <br /> Where the goal of the Flexibl- •evelopment p eject is to conserve historic and <br /> archaeological sites and str.ctures, the following riteria apply: <br /> (1) Design around . d preserve sites of histori , archaeological or cultural value so <br /> as to safegua : the character of the feature(s), .ncluding fences and walls, farm <br /> outbuilding , burial grounds, abandoned roads, .Id earthworks. <br /> (2) New str=-ts, driveways, fences, and utilities must be ited so as not to intrude <br /> unne -ssarily on rural, historic landscapes. Wherever ..ssible, streets and <br /> driv-ways are to follow existing hedgerows, fence lines, .Id historic farm drives. <br /> (3) hew developments must include plantings which incorporate ative species and <br /> historic landscape materials so as to harmonize with the chara -r of the area. <br /> (4 Building designs and styles used in new construction should be co '.atible with <br /> the architectural style of historic buildings located on or adjacent to the site, <br /> especially in terms of scale, height, roof shape, and exterior materials. <br /> (G Recreation Provision <br /> Where the goal of the Flexible Development project is to provide recreation and parks <br /> facilities for neighborhood residents and/or the general public, the guidelines contained in <br /> Section 7.11 shall apply. <br /> 7.13.97.12.10 Density Bonuses for Major Subdivisions <br /> For Major Subdivisions;the maximum number of building lots or dwelling units in a Flexible <br /> Development shall not exceed the number that could otherwise be developed by the application <br /> of the minimum lot size requirement and/or density standard of the zoning district or districts in <br /> which the parcel is located. However, increases in the number of building lots or dwelling units <br /> are permitted through at least one of the following two options. <br /> (A) To Encourage Affordable Housing <br /> A density increase is permitted pursuant to Section 6.18 of this Ordinance where the <br /> Flexible Development provides on-site or off-site housing opportunities for low or <br /> moderate-income families. <br /> (B) To Encourage Additional Open Space <br /> Orange County, North Carolina—Unified Development Ordinance Page 7-62 <br />