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c. County Historic Resources Inventory: While completing an inventory of <br />historic resources in Orange County, staff determined there were 2 <br />structures on the property having potentially significant historic value. <br />These were a one-room dwelling and a detached kitchen built sometime in <br />1870. <br />Planning staff has confirmed these structures are not eligible for listing on <br />the National Register of Historic Places and have almost entirely collapsed <br />due to neglect and the exposure to the elements. These structures no <br />longer possesses physical integrity and have been deemed to be beyond <br />saving. <br />II. STATE INFORMATION: <br />a. State of NC Natural Heritage Program: In reviewing available State date, <br />staff has determined the following: <br />i. The Property was not identified as having protected heritage areas <br />or identified cultural resource areas; <br />ii. Water features were identified; <br />STAFF COMMENT: As indicated herein, identified water <br />features will be preserved/protected consistent with <br />applicable County stream buffer standards exceeding State <br />minimum requirements. <br />iii. There was no indication of protected/endangered species being <br />identified on the Property; <br />iv. There was no indication of significant wildlife corridors on the <br />Property. <br />CONCLUSION: At this stage of review, staff has determined the master concept plan <br />appears to address protection of applicable environmental features. Further review will <br />be necessary, presuming approval, to address environmental impacts of anticipated <br />development (i.e. proposed travel center). <br />As indicated herein, there are concerns over the potential impact(s) associated with the <br />storage of the necessary fuel to support 120 gas pumps. <br />113