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Analysis 2030 Comprehensive Plan Chapter 2 – Planning Principles In October 2004, the Orange County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) adopted guiding principles to guide and direct development of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan. There are several Comprehensive Plan Planning Principles of relevance to Camp (Use # 32) including: 2.Sustainable Growth and Development: Growth and development within the county should occur in a pattern, location, and density that is sustainable over the long-term. Staff Comment: The proposed project is a special use permitted within the R1 zoning district, should it comply with the UDO standards and meet the standards of evaluation reviewed by the Board of Adjustment. Should it do so, the growth and development realized by the project is consistent with the Comprehensive Plan’s Rural Residential Future Land Use (Comprehensive Plan Appendix F). 4.Natural Area Resource Preservation: Protection of the County’s natural areas, including forests, wildlife habitat, and other important open spaces should be a priority. The County should work with regional and local organizations, the towns, and private landowners to promote and achieve preservation of the County’s important natural resources. Staff Comment: This project proposes no new land disturbance and tree removal to allow for continued use of the site for the Camp use operated by Schoolhouse of Wonder. This principle is consistent with the property’s existence as Brumley Forest Nature Preserve, which is ultimately the draw to the site for this specific Camp use. The conservation easement already in place on the property exceeds Orange County’s standards, additional details are included the site plan and narrative (Attachment 2 – Application Package – Exhibits B and C). 5.Preservation of Rural Land Use Pattern: The County’s rural areas are a cherished component of the County’s character. Future development should preserve and enhance the county’s rural landscape. Staff Comment: The proposed Camp is consistent with the County’s rural landscape, as presented in the site plan. Minimal land disturbance, no lighting, and minimal noise are associated with the Camp use. The landscaping buffer standards will be met and exceeded in all parts of the property. (Attachment 2 – Application Package – Exhibits B and C) 7.Promotion of Economic Prosperity and Diversity: Development of a diversity of new businesses and expansion of existing businesses should occur in Orange County. Staff Comment: Schoolhouse of Wonder currently offers day camp programming and activities to Orange County residents through its use of the property. The approval of a Special Use Permit to bring this use into compliance with ordinance standards would support the continued growth of those services at this site. (Attachment 2 – Application Package – Exhibit B) 8.Preservation of Community Character: Future growth and development should occur in a manner that preserves and enhances the existing character of the County, its townships, and rural crossroads communities. 94