OTHER-2025-092-Statement of Consistency of a Proposed Zoning Atlas Map Amendment

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the subdivision ' s driveway entrance . These improvements would require approval , permitting , and engineer review by NCDOT , which has regulatory authority on NC 54 . These improvements are being made even though the applicant ' s own traffic analysis demonstrated that their new homes will not adversely affect the traffic and safety conditions on NC 54 . Rather , this improvement was volunteered in response to public concerns , including those of the Volunteer Fire Chief, who was satisfied with the proposed condition . The future land use proposed through the Conditional District rezoning ' s binding site plan adheres to the density of rural development reflected in the surrounding area ' s residential land use patterns , with an overall density of 1 dwelling unit per 1 . 42 acres , not including the property owner' s future parcel . It achieves this by concentrating lots to protect the more sensitive areas of the land from development , respecting the rural character and environmental protections prioritized by the Comprehensive Plan . This measured approach is compatible with the nodal crossroads location , introducing more households in an environmentally-sensitive conservation cluster pattern that will support the node ' s present and future non - residential uses while being consistent with the residential development densities of the surrounding area . i The Orange County staff has noticed the public regarding this application , as required by Sections 2 . 8 . 7 , 2 . 9 . 1 ( D ) , and 2 . 9 . 2 of the LIDO , including a required Neighborhood Information Meeting , mailings to neighboring property owners , posting of the property , and advertisement in the local newspapers . Additionally , staff have provided all application documents on the Active Development Projects webpage . E c . As such , the Rigsbee Residential — Conditional District ( R -CD ) zoning amendment is consistent with the 2030 Comprehensive Plan s 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 . i i ■ Planning Principle 4 . Natural Area Resource Protection : 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 . ■ Planning Principle 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 . i ■ Planning Principle 6 . Water Resources Preservation : The County has finite water resources to provide to future populations. The protection and management of the County 's water resources should be a high priority.