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15 <br /> Existing Conditions/Physical Features <br /> The parcels currently contain a cleared field of approximately 8.36 acres. The remaining area of the site is <br /> forested. A stream is located along the eastern property line which requires an 80 ft. stream buffer based on <br /> Section 6.13 of the UDO. An existing residential structure, accessory structures, and gravel driveway are <br /> located on the northern property. <br /> Zoning Atlas Amendment Overview <br /> Orange County has initiated a Zoning Atlas Amendment to modify the Upper Eno Critical Watershed <br /> Overlay District boundary line. State-designated Critical and Protected Watersheds located in Orange <br /> County are regulated as a Watershed Protection Overlay Districts. Based on Article 4, Overlay Zoning <br /> Districts, the Watershed Protection Overlay District applies to the Orange County portion of watershed <br /> which have been classified as WS-II, WS-III, or WS-IV by the State of North Carolina. The Zoning Atlas <br /> Amendment will bring this overlay district into alignment with the State-recognized watershed. No <br /> amendments are proposed to the R-1 (Rural Residential) zoning district, Major Transportation Corridor <br /> Overlay District, or Future Land Use Map. <br /> Additional background information regarding this request is contained in the Narrative (Attachment 1). <br /> In acting on this request, the County is unable to impose conditions. Overlay district rezoning <br /> applications are processed in a legislative manner (i.e., does not require sworn testimony or evidence) <br /> and decisions are based on the Board of County Commissioners' determination the request is <br /> consistent with the purpose and intent of the Comprehensive Plan. <br /> Review Milestones <br /> Application Submittal Date June 24, 2024 <br /> Orange County Development July 11, 2024 <br /> Advisory Committee (DAC) Review <br /> Note: the DAC is a staff/agency committee, established in Section 1.9 of the Unified <br /> Development Ordinance. <br /> Courtesy Review <br /> Jurisdiction Date Sent Comments Received (Y/N) <br /> State Clearing House 6/25/24 Yes <br /> Analysis <br /> Staff Analysis <br /> As required under Section 2.8.5 of the UDO, the Planning Director shall cause an analysis to be made <br /> of the application. In analyzing this request, the Planning Director offers the following: <br /> 1. The application is complete in accordance with the requirements of Section 2.8.3 of the UDO. <br /> 3 <br />