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M1 a transfer of development rights program where densities are transferred from the outlying areas into the corridor itself. This would net the same density over the entire watershed, but, would be concentrated in one area. The mandated watershed standards will require zoning of Cedar Grove and Little River Townships. Since the State has now set the implementation date for 1994, there is more't,ime to deal with the zoning of these two townships. The Rural Character strategies must balance with the watershed classification standards and any zoning plan must be considered carefully and be well " developed. Another concern is the impact of Jordan Lake on the University of North Carolina property. Since Jordan Lake is a future water supply source for Orange County, the staff is hesitant to recommend relaxing the WS -IV standards in this area. There seems to be sufficient flexibility within the standards for the University to be able to develop their campus plans without having to be exempted or to have the boundaries changed significantly at this time. MOTION: Waddell moved to strike the recommendation of the additional designation-as Critical watershed for University Lake. Seconded by Reid. Eidenier disagreed, noting that she felt that area is under such impact from housing needs around Chapel Hill that there could be a great interest in changing the regulations. Waddell expressed concern that OWASA desired to have all watersheds be declared Critical Watersheds. He felt the governmental process was the form by which to discuss and make such decisions. Burklin stated that he felt at this point in time that the water quality could be maintained with a higher density. He felt studies and changes could occur in the future as needed or required. He agreed with the recommendations of the Staff. VOTE: 3 in favor (Waddell, Reid, Scott). 6 opposed (Burklin, Cantrell, Eidenier, Hoecke, Jobsis, Ramsey). Motion failed.