HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93011_1655ZONING HISTORY: This property and surrounding properties have been zoned RA since the
countywide zoning went into effect in 1990.
GROWTH IMPACT: The following section analyzes the effects this development will have on
the three major types of infrastructure schools, traffic/roads, water and sewer:
1. Schools. Students located in this development will attend Troutman Elementary an
Miiddle and South Iredell High Schools. The capacity of each of these schools is listed
below, along with the estimated impact that this development will have on each.
School Capacin 2006/2007 Students
Troutman Elementary 727 788 34
Troutman Middle 572 427 17
South Iredell High 1101 880 22
The school system is currently in the second phase of a three phase Capital Facilities
Program. Under this program, the capacity of Troutman Elementary will increase to 800
(effective Summer 2007).
The school system is also examining options for new elementary school locations in the
general vicinity and options for the expansion and potential construction of a new middle
school. If a school site is secured for the elementary, it will allow the school system to
build a new school within the next two to three years.
2. Traffic/Roads. The estimated number of average daily trips per household is
approximately ten. Based on the allowable density, this will equate to 2,240 trips at 224
lots and 3,330 trips at 333 lots.
3. Water and Sewer. The Town of Troutman will be providing water and sewer service to
this development. A letter from the Town, labeled "Attachment A" is attached to this
staff report.
OTHER JURISDICTIONAL INFORMATION: This request has been reviewed, and
endorsed, by the Town of Troutman. The Town has agreed to provide water and sewer service
to the development. In return, the developer must agree to adhere to the development
standards detailed in the letter from the Town of Troutman, dated June 20, 2007.
STAFF COMMENTS: The recent growth study has established several new policies to
consider when dealing with new development. This proposal is subject to much of that study
due to the implications of the request for higher density development. Several core issues
have been considered by the staff, and should be considered in your deliberation of this
request.
1. Impact on schools. Higher density equals more children. The schools that will serve
this development are either near, or over capacity. The developer currently has the
right to develop on this property under the current RA zoning. By limiting the number
of lots, the developer is agreeing to wait until the school system has had adequate time
to plan for the new students. In this particular case, a new elementary/middle school
combo is being planned that will serve this development.
2. Intergovernmental Cooperation. The Growth Study recommended that the County
work closely with the municipalities to prepare for growth. The County Plarming
Staff has worked closely with Troutman on this request and understands the Town's
financial needs as they relate to water and sewer (see below). Because this request is
endorsed by the Town, and is a prudent approach to development, we have tried to be
as cooperative as possible with Troutman.
3. Urban Service Areas. The Growth Study recommended studying USAs as a way to
cooperate with the municipalities and to funnel growth into areas that can handle it
(i.e. water and sewer and roads). Although Troutman does not have an established
USA, it does have a detailed Capital Improvement Plan for water and sewer. This
area is currently served by these utilities, and would be included in the USA if it were
adopted.
4. Water and Sewer Connectivity. It was apparent through the study that development
with municipal utilities was preferred where possible. Because this area is served by
utilities, it makes sense to connect. However, it also makes sense to allow higher
densities when municipal utilities are available due to economic reasons, it benefits
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