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77 <br /> 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 />