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48 19 ORANGE COUNTY ENVIRONMENT AND RESOURCE CONSERVATION DEPARTMENT MEMORANDUM To: Carla Batem From: Rich Shaw Date: September 6, 2001 Re: Proposed Mill Creek II Subdivision (Section 1) Thank you the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed subdivision referenced above. My comments are generally intended to a) address any concerns that ERCD may have with respect to potential impacts on important natural and cultural resources, and b) identify any areas that could be desirable for possible dedication to the County for public recreation/open space pursuant to current subdivision regulations. The preliminary plat for Mill Creek II (Section 1) shows that over 17 acres (40%) are to be set aside as permanent open space and deeded to a homeowners' association. From the 1998 orthophoto it appears that that open space is comprised of mixed hardwoods and pine, while most of the areas to be developed are younger pine. From a natural resource protection standpoint, the proposed subdivision does a nice job of providing open space (more than what is required!) and protecting portions of the more mature, wooded section of the property. There does not appear to be any streams flowing through this section, however a future section of the subdivision will need to address-a perennial stream in the Back Creek protected watershed. In conclusion, the plan appears consistent with the County's desire to minimize adverse environmental impacts with respect to the protection of floodplains, wetlands, natural areas and wildlife habitat, historic and cultural resources and prime farmland. I do not recommend that any land be considered for possible dedication for public recreation/open space. Let me know if you have any questions or would like to discuss further. cc: Dave Stancil Environment and Resource Conservation PO Box 8181/306-A Revere Road Hillsborough, NC 27278 (919)245-2597