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9 <br /> Section 6.13.4 of this Ordinance. <br /> This new standard is proposed as the new Section 4.2.4(A), "Residential Density, Density <br /> Exceedance Allowance". <br /> Accompanying this statutory amendment was one to Stormwater standards, that clarifies that, <br /> under such situations, only the new "built upon area" (aka "impervious surface") must be <br /> treated with Stormwater Control Measures, as required by State and federal laws; the existing <br /> BUA does not require stormwater treatment. The developer may elect to treat the existing <br /> BUA, and it may be offered as a condition of approval of a conditional zoning or special use <br /> permit application, but it cannot be required. This additional allowance is reflected in the new <br /> subsection (E) to Section 4.2.7 "Modifications of the Impervious Surface Ratio". <br /> Staff has initiated a relevant amendment to simplify interpretation and enforcement of stream <br /> buffer standards in unprotected watersheds, Section 6.13.5. Currently, there are two different <br /> buffer widths that can be applied, 50 or 65 feet. Staff is proposing to simplify this to a single <br /> standard of 65 feet in all unprotected watersheds for improved administration and enforcement <br /> of the standard, as well as deference to the standard that is more protective of water quality. <br /> FINANCIAL IMPACT: There are no costs associated with this project other than the use of <br /> staff time and the required legal advertisement for the text amendment's public hearing. <br /> County staff has and will continue to accomplish the necessary tasks associated with <br /> amending the UDO and the legal advertisement will be paid from budgeted funds for this <br /> purpose. <br /> RECOMMENDATION(S): The Planning Director recommends the ORC review the proposed <br /> amendment and provide any feedback to staff. <br />