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102 5 B ''R V O ti Ovum nrf 3Iillsburnu 101 E. ; 4• .Apor Orange Street P.O. Box 429 *01 9 HILLSBOROUGH, NORTH CAROLINA (919) 732-2104 • 6, CAR°N- 27278 October 11, 1993 Orange County Planning Board do O.C. Planning Department P.O.Box 8181 Hillsborough, NC 27278 Dear Members, Since the Town is planning a reservoir in the Upper Eno watershed, we have reviewed the proposed watershed protection ordinance you and the County Commissioners are considering. We have a few comments we would like to share at this time. We would like to stress that these comments are based on the differences between the state mandated regulations and the proposed ordinance. These comments are not meant to indicate any displeasure on the Town's part with any current agreements we have with the County. It occurs to us that the prohibition of non-residential uses in the critical area limits the economic growth of the whole county, the interstate/rail corridor between Hillsborough and Efland in particular. This area, with access to the multi-modal transportation network is an ideal location for non-residential growth. We realize this area is not currently designated as a node or transition area in the County's Comprehensive Plan. This raises a second concern. The review and approval process for any project that is not within a designated node or transition area is very lengthy and involved. While this process ensures citizen participation and careful plan review, it is a strong deterrent to developers. Certainly we are not supporting the location of heavy industrial or hazardous uses in this corridor or within watershed critical areas. We are asking that you, the Commissioners, and staff consider following the state minimum regulations more closely. Well planned, clean industry can be built and should be built in this corridor and in other areas to protect the economic future of this county and its taxpayers. Our final concern relates to water and sewer connections. It is our opinion that if water and sewer service is or can be made available, development should tie on to that service. As you know, the track record in this County for septic tanks is not the best. In the long run, the chance for failure and contamination is a real concern. Once again, we are not implying dissatisfaction with any current agreements between the Town and County. We are concerned about the future of this county's citizens. We ask for you and the Commissioners to consider our comments as you review the proposed watershed protection ordinance. Thank you. Sincerely, illsborough Board of Commissioners Horace H. Johnson, Mayor cc: Orange County Commissioners