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45 The applicant and consultant indicated that the vision for the development was center on special events in a rural setting. The applicant also offered that she had spent the better part of 2 years developing a business plan, locating an appropriate barn to refurbish, establishing a flower farm, finding a site appropriate to accommodate the vision and business plan, and providing a development that was respectful of adjacent residents and the surrounding area. They also indicated that an appraisal and of analysis is part of this request and that these documents will be entered into the record. 3. Environmentally Sensitive Areas. ■ Residents asked questions regarding the protection of environmentally sensitive areas both on and off -site. Adjacent residents also questioned that the proposed septic area could potentially contaminate their farm pond, which is a water source for their farm animals. Orange County Staff reviewed the environmental constraints imposed by the UDO. They also noted that the projects would also require Soil & Erosion Control and Environmental Health Permits. ■ The applicant and consultant noted that this is the beginning of the process, and that location for the barn and its supporting facilities was chosen to avoid impact on sensitive features and avoid potential damage to adjacent properties. 4. Lighting. ■ Residents expressed concerns about light pollution, glare and an impact on the adjacent properties. They also noted that cars coming and going at night would produce repeated light patterns into their properties as people came and went from the facility. ■ Orange County Staff noted the UDO lighting regulations, which limit site lighting and require "cut off' fixtures that eliminate glare. Staff also noted that landscaping, topography, distance and topographic features may lessen the potential for light impacts from cars and/or site lighting fixtures. The consultant and applicant reviewed the lighting plans and the intent to keep outside lighting to a minimum. They also expressed a willingness to meet with adjacent residents across from both driveways to determine if additional measures could be provided (e.g. re- aligning the driveways slights and /or installing a landscaped median). 5. Noise. ■ Residents expressed concerns about excessive noise from events, especially music and outdoor events with speakers. They noted the quiet rural character of the area, which is an asset they consider a major part of why they live in the area. They also noted recent issues with other event centers where excessive and sustained fireworks have been a source of complaints. ■ Orange County Staff noted the County's sound ordinance which limits excessive noise and is intended to keep things quieter at night. Staff also noted that the SUP process allows for voluntary conditions which could limit outdoor activity, music speakers etc. Note: the applicant has since submitted a" number of voluntary conditions including provisions regarding noise and prohibiting fireworks.