HomeMy WebLinkAboutC.054.93009_1715PROPOSED UPDATE TO THE LAND DEVELOPMENT PLAN (1997-2007):
William Allison, the Planning Supervisor, recognized four Planting Board members in
attendance. They were: Max James, Roger Bejcek, Floyd Greene, and Harry James. Allison said
the men served on a committee subgroup that helped create the land development plan update.
Steve Davenport, a consultant with Benchmark, Inc., advised that the Planning Board had
recommended approval of the update. Davenport said the plan formed a basis for the future
evaluation of development. He said a review of the plan needed to be conducted annually. As part
of a 12 -county region, Davenport said Iredell's growth and population were in alignment with
contiguous counties. However, most of the surrounding counties had lost manufacturing positions
while Iredell gained 14% during a 15 -year period. (The region lost 8,500 jobs but Iredell gained
2,000.)
Pertaining to population counts, Davenport said Benchmark used figures that were actually
higher than the State's numbers. The Davidson and Coddle Creek areas are predicted to have 10,000
more people by the year 2010. Census projections estimate that 21% of the county's future growth
will be 65 years of age or older.
Within the county, Davenport pointed out the three different Thoroughfare Plans. He
suggested that governmental entities work together for a combined plan. He mentioned that at the
community walk-in meetings county citizens asked when roads would be improved or built.
In reference to the Zoning Ordinance, the planning board has the first draft copy. Davenport
said the ordinance had been difficult. One reason is because it has been amended so many times.
Davenport said he was a firm believer in the conditional zoning process.
No one spoke in favor or against the proposed land development plan.
Chairman Haire declared the public hearing closed.
Commissioner Boone encouraged Benchmark to review the population counts again. He
mentioned that if the current trends continue the projections were too low. Mr. Boone commended
the Planning Board members on their work. Davenport said an addendum page could easily be
added to the plan.
MOTION by Commissioner Fortner to table action on the land development plan until the
January 6, 1998, meeting.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - 0.
ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
DISCUSSION/UPDATE ON WIRELESS TELECOMMUNICATION TOWERS &
FACILITIES AMENDMENT: Mr. Allison said that as a result ofthe 90 -day moratorium adopted
on November 4, 1997, the staff re-examined proposed amendments and were able to come up with
additional conditions to monitor wireless telecommunication towers/facilities. Allison said the
information was for review and that a public hearing could later be called. He mentioned that
setback requirements had increased. Setbacks from residences and subdivisions have been added.
Attorney Pope asked if architectural features were reviewed. Allison said the staff had
reviewed the matter and would do everything possible to encourage stealth towers or facilities that
were hidden when possible.
MOTION by Commissioner Fortner to Call for a Public Hearing on January 6, 1998, 7:00
p.m., in reference to Wireless Telecommunication Tower/Facility amendments.
VOTING: Ayes - 5; Nays - O.