OTHER-2025-043-Statement of Consistency of a Proposed Zoning Atlas Map Amendment with the Adopted Orange County 2030 Comprehensive Plan

Browse Search

Economic Development Area of the NC Highway 57 SAP , allowing for the rezoning to be considered , and the proposed Storage of Goods use is permitted in the REDA- CD- 1 zoning district , complies with the UDO standards , and meets the standards of evaluations as reviewed by the Planning Board and Board of County Commissioners . The conditions of approval require the extinguishment of the land use rights for the adjacent go - kart track , which is a site with uses that often produce higher levels of carbon emissions , as identified in the SAP , as well as having other impacts to the local area . The applicant provided an Environmental Assessment as part of the application package . Staff has reviewed and determined no significant environmental impact is expected from this project based on existing conditions . To the extent that a fairly conventional mini - storage warehouse is able to be environmentally sustainable , the applicant has sought the opportunities to do so , as reflected on the site plan and the proposed conditions . The project proposes the use of a solar photovoltaic system and energy-efficient lighting and appliances to reduce energy consumption , as detailed in the applicant' s narrative . Water saving measures are also proposed including low flow faucets and water efficient landscaping practices . The applicant also has committed to the Orange County Recommended Plant Guide for landscaping species selections , which will ensure that all plantings are drought-tolerant , non - invasive species . The project is located outside of the regulated 80400t stream buffer area . In addition , the applicant is proposing the use of permeable materials (#57 stone ) on all drive aisles and parking areas to allow for improved water infiltration and reduced stormwater runoff. The applicant is also permanently preserving an offsite easement on adjacent property as part of an " impervious surface transfer" and to protect existing natural vegetation off-site and enhance landscaping and screening of the proposed use . The proposed project will utilize an existing well and septic system to serve the future land use , as permitted by the Orange County Division of Environmental Health As such , MA24 - 0006 provides Orange County with certainty on the form and design , ensuring compatibility with surrounding land uses and consistency with both the SAP and the Orange County 2030 Comprehensive Plan because it supports the following : Planning Principle 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 . Planning Principle 3A . Encouragement of Energy Efficiency , Lower Energy Consumption , and the Use of Non -Polluting Renewable Energy Resource : Decreasing the use of non -renewable resources and lowering energy consumption are encouraged in both public and private activities. The county's transportation system should be enhanced to promote more energy efficient modes of travel and improve air quality. Planning Principle 4 . Natural Area Resource Protection : Protection of the County's natural areas, including forests, wildlife habitat, and other important open spaces should