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M M 7 3 Clint Burklin mentioned that they put lower density along the scenic corridor, Stoney Creek, and Duke Forest in order to provide lower pressure on them. The greater density was expected to be closer to major interchanges. Michael Warner further explained that they attempted to align the level of proposed density with the current development in the area. Dan Teichman stated that a parcel on the east side of New Hope Church Road at the intersection of New Hope Church Road and Old NC 10 has a preliminary plan being presented to the Planning Board. That plan would be closer to higher intensity. Michael Warner mentioned that the proposal has been under discussion for 6 years and could require several more years before it is completed. Dan Teichman asked for clarification on what the transition areas will actually look like. Curtis Bane asked if there was going to be assurance that the resident who makes less than $50,000 a year would have home ownership options. Large lots do not lend themselves to lower priced homes. This needs to be discussed prior to a final plan being formulated. Verla Insko suggested putting implementation strategies for affordable housing on the list to be discussed. Dean Zehnder stated that affordable housing could be addressed by density requirements. One solution would be to lower the 1/2 acre requirement to 1/4 acre. Clint Burklin indicated that they could consider other methods for protecting sensitive areas including a larger buffer around Duke Forest. Elio Soldi pointed out that implementation strategies could encourage, or discourage, Duke from continuing to protect the Duke Forest Area. Landowners need to see that they have economically beneficial options for land protection. Dean Zehnder asked what it implied to identifying scenic roads as desirable resources. Is there a mechanism for protection of visual resources? Mike Warner indicated that they discussed setbacks and buffers but they did not specifically discuss implementation. Gene Bell said that the scenic road received less priority than the other designations on the map. Bob Strayhorn mentioned that one of the concerns is how to achieve goals without down - zoning. He mentioned that everything in yellow on the map would be down - zoned.