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Outdoor Space and Conservation In addition to having all of their physical and emotional needs met, we strive to offer dogs the opportunity to play and hike in natural settings. At Canine Adventure, we will seek to provide all of the above and to do so in alignment with Orange County’s Comprehensive Plan goals of conservation and responsible recreational use of outdoor spaces. By day, our large fenced play field and wooded trails will offer ample opportunities for dogs to socialize, connect with nature, and release their energy in a safe, healthy environment. At night, we will offer the comfort of our Dog Den, meeting passive solar standards, built with ultra-efficient technology, and powered by the sun to optimize energy efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We believe in a sustainable future, and our green shelters reflect our philosophy of conservation and harmony with nature. Other infrastructure for the business and our future home similarly reflects these principles and the goals outlined for conservation in the Comprehensive Plan. We hired EarthCentric Engineering and skilled local builders to construct the internal road in such a way as to minimize erosion and our overall impact on the land. Our existing clearings are also designed to minimize erosion and maximize proper drainage. Especially given that we are situated in the protected Cane Creek watershed, we strongly support the principle of developing ethically and plan to reflect this in the business and our future home construction. We will keep the physical structures to the approximate square footage mentioned in the attached site plan and minimize land clearing to preserve as much of the natural landscape as possible, including native vegetation, water sources, and the abundant tree population. We are in the process of replanting native trees to compensate for the minimal amount that will be cleared. These plants capture carbon, stabilize the soil, and feed the local bees and butterflies. We are intentionally developing in conversation with–not in opposition to–the land’s natural resources. We are making the extra effort in all of these areas to preserve the environment for ourselves, our neighbors, and future generations. Business Site In 2021, my father graciously agreed to help me purchase a lot in Orange County. The aforementioned road was finished in 2023 and measures about a half-mile in length heading west from Buckhorn Road. Our 33 acre lot is west of a large cul-de-sac at the end of this road, and there will be no other homes beyond ours. We plan to build our home and a small canine structure, which will measure roughly 1600 and 400 square feet, respectively, in 2026. Please see the attached site plan for approximate building placements and proximity to neighbors. The dogs will sleep in the specially-designed 400-sq ft Dog Den, located a bone’s throw from our home’s front door. The structure, which we will keep locked at night, will be equipped with safety equipment such as an audio monitoring device, an air purifier, a fire alarm, and a carbon monoxide detector. The mini-split HVAC system will keep the space at a comfortable temperature and humidity level year-round. The air purifier will ensure excellent air quality, and the ceiling fans will keep air circulating at all times. All lights and utilities will be powered by solar panels attached to the den’s steel roof. Additionally, the den will feature cabinets for storage, a freezer and refrigerator for storing food, a washer and dryer for keeping blankets and beds clean, and a utility sink for daily water and bowl-washing needs. The kennel side of the building will feature clean, spacious crates that are durable, comfortable, and safe. The walls 37