Agenda Packet September 6 2016PERSON COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MEETING AGENDA
304 South Morgan Street, Room 215
Roxboro, NC 27573-5245
336-597-1720
Fax 336-599-1609
September 6, 2016
9:00am
CALL TO ORDER…………………………………………………... Chairman Newell
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PUBLIC HEARING:
ITEM #1
Text Amendments to Zoning Ordinance ……………………………….. Mike Ciriello
ITEM #2
Consideration to Approve Text Amendments ……………………... Chairman Newell
INFORMAL COMMENTS
The Person County Board of Commissioners established a 10 minute segment
which is open for informal comments and/or questions from citizens of this
county on issues, other than those issues for which a public hearing has been
scheduled. The time will be divided equally among those wishing to comment.
It is requested that any person who wishes to address the Board, register with
the Clerk to the Board prior to the meeting.
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ITEM #3
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA
A. Approval of Minutes of August 15, 2016,
B. Budget Amendment #4,
C. Budget Amendment #5 Carryforward of purchase orders for FY2016, and
D. Home & Community Care Block Grant Final Revised County Funding Plan
for FY2016 for the Person County Dept. of Social Services.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS:
NEW BUSINESS:
ITEM #4
Proposed Road dedication to World War I Veteran,
Jessie Lunsford ………………………………………………... Commissioner Clayton
ITEM #5
Proposed Road Re-naming of the dead end segment of
Providence Road ………………………………………………………… Sallie Vaughn
ITEM #6
Tourism Development Authority Annual Report ……………….. Margaret McMann
ITEM #7
Proposed New Environmental Health Fees –
Engineered Option Permit Fees ………………………………………… Janet Clayton
ITEM #8
Designation of Landfill franchise Fees for Public Good …. Vice Chairman Kendrick
ITEM #9
NC Association of County Commissioners (NCACC)
Legislative Goals ……………………………………………………………... Sybil Tate
ITEM #10
Board and Committee Appointments …………………………………. Brenda Reaves
A. Home Health and Hospice Advisory Committee
B. Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
C. Kerr Tar Regional Council of Government Board
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT
MANAGER’S REPORT
COMMISSIONER REPORTS/COMMENTS
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CLOSED SESSION #1
A motion to enter into Closed Session per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(3) for the
purpose to consult with the county attorney in order to preserve the attorney-client
privilege with the following individuals permitted to attend: County Attorney, Ron
Aycock, County Manager, Heidi York, Clerk to the Board, Brenda Reaves, Economic
Development Director, Stuart Gilbert, and Tax Administrator, Russell Jones.
CLOSED SESSION #2
A motion to enter Closed Session per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(5) for the purpose to
consider the acquisition or lease of real property with the following individuals permitted to
attend: County Manager, Heidi York, Clerk to the Board, Brenda Reaves, and County
Attorney, Ron Aycock.
CLOSED SESSION #3
A motion to enter Closed Session per General Statute 143-318.11(a) (3) to consult with an
attorney and General Statute 143-318.11(a) (5) to establish, or to instruct the public body's
staff or negotiating agents concerning the position to be taken by or on behalf of the public
body in negotiating the price and other material terms of a contract with the following
individuals permitted to attend: County Manager, Heidi York, Clerk to the Board, Brenda
Reaves, County Attorney, Ron Aycock, and Assistant County Manager, Sybil Tate.
Note: All Items on the Agenda are for Discussion and Action as deemed appropriate
by the Board.
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PUBLIC NOTICE
The Person County Board of Commissioners, by action at its meeting on
July 18, 2016, has changed the meeting time of the regular scheduled Board of
County Commissioners’ September 6, 2016 meeting from 7:00pm to now be
convened at 9:00am in their usual meeting room 215 in the County Office
Building located at 304 S. Morgan Street, Roxboro.
Brenda B. Reaves, NCCCC, CMC
Clerk to the Board
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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
The Person County Board of County Commissioners will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, September
6, 2016 at 9:00 a.m. in Room 215 of the Person County Office Building at 304 South Morgan Street,
Roxboro, North Carolina to hear the following:
1. Request for a text amendment to Section 75, Table of Permitted Uses, pertaining to Industrial
Uses.
2. Request for a text amendment to Appendix B, Definitions, to include light industrial and heavy
industrial.
3. Request for a text amendment to Appendix C, Table of permitted uses to include light and
heavy Industrial.
Citizens will have an opportunity to speak regarding the above requests.
Site‐specific information is on file with the Person County Planning and Zoning Department, 325 S.
Morgan Street, Suite B.
Additional zoning information may also be found on our website: www.personcounty.net/planning.
Ad dates: August 20 and August 27, 2016
Mike Ciriello, Planning Director
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 6, 2016
Agenda Title: Text Amendments to Zoning Ordinance
Background: The Person County Department of Planning and Zoning is charged with the maintenance
and enforcement of the Person County Land Use and Zoning Ordinance. This responsibility includes
ensuring that the document is reviewed and updated for errors, outdated material, NC General
Assembly mandated legislative changes, and to improve the ability of the document to serve and
protect the general public’s health, safety and welfare.
The most common concerns about the county’s land use rules are that the standards, definitions, and
use tables are difficult to read and understand. Concerns have also been raised about uses allowed in
areas of the County that residents assume are intended for “rural” and/or “residential” uses. While the
“Residential” (R) zoning district was delineated for, and is written to accommodate, “residential” uses
almost exclusively; the same may not be said for the “rural conservation” (RC) district. The RC district is
the least restrictive zoning district in the County. This means that almost any use is allowed and there
are no standards in place to provide physical buffers between uses that are frequently incompatible.
For example, commercial junkyards are allowed next to single-family residential. In all cases, the impact
on access, property values, safety and health concerns, of a use and the design of the site should be
carefully considered in our rules.
The amendments submitted with this abstract are related to the land use and design standards for
industrial uses in the County. These changes emerged from discussions with the County’s economic
development and industrial recruitment staff and local industry leaders. The goal of these changes is to
make the process easier to implement for the consumer by generalizing and clarifying the definition of
industrial uses. Basically, modern “industrial” uses like precision manufacturing, are allowed in any
zoning district, except Residential (R), without the need for a special use permit. Taken into account are
issues related to the adjacency of inharmonious uses and concerns expressed by land owners in the
Rural Conservation (RC) district. Planning and economic development staff and the Planning Board
agree that these may be mitigated with physical buffers, including the retention of existing vegetation,
while noise, odor and vibrations are mitigated by the distance separating industrial property structures
from residential property. These standards are consistent with those in adjacent counties.
The changes proposed are outlined below and reference the attachment. These may be approved as
one or approved in parts.
PART 1 (Pages 1 – 9): Amended Appendix B: Definitions. Includes the addition of definitions previously
missing or required to support changes related to “Industrial Use”;
PART 2 (Pages 10 – 14): Amended Appendix C: Table of Permitted Uses. Amended to remove individual
“industrial uses” since these are now clustered into either “heavy” or, “light” industrial uses;
PART 3 (Page 15 – 18): NOTE 2 Industrial and Manufacturing Operations. Note 2 is expanded to give
examples of “heavy” or, “light” industrial uses and provides interpretative information for staff and
consumers;
PART 4 (Pages 19 – 24): Amendments to the Zoning Ordinances’ dimensional and design standards.
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Summary of Information:
The Person County Planning Board has voted unanimously to recommend approval of the changes
presented to you. The Board of County Commissioners may elect to vote on these as a whole, or, vote
on amendments separately as outlined above.
Recommended Action: Vote to approve all, some, or none of the proposed amendments.
Submitted By: Michael Ciriello, AICP
Planning Director
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APPENDIX B
DEFINITIONS
ACCESSORY BUILDING - An accessory building, structure or use is a building or structure or use on the same lot or
site with, of a nature customarily incidental or subordinate to, and of a character related to the principal use or
structure. Accessory buildings are, but not limited to: sheds, garages, lean to, storage building, carports, pool, but
not to include well houses (not to exceed 6’ x 6’), and gazebo or pool house if attached to footprint of pool.
(Amended 6/3/2013)
ACCESSORY USE - A subordinate use clearly incidental to the principal use of a zoning lot. (Def. Addition 1/11/96)
AGRICULTURE OR FARM USE - The science or art of cultivating the soil and its fruits, especially in large areas or
fields, and the rearing, feeding, and management of livestock thereon, including every process and step necessary
and incidental to the completion of products there from for consumption or market and the incidental turning of
them to account. This includes tenant housing built for farm workers, but not to the construction of houses built
for family members or others who do not make their living from the farm; and to the storage, processing, and sale
of agricultural products raised on the premises.
AIRPORT ELEVATION - 609.4 feet above mean sea level.
APPROACH SURFACE - A surface longitudinally centered on the extended runway centerline, extending outward
and upward from the end of the primary surface and at the same slope as the approach zone height limitation
slope set forth in Section IV of this Ordinance. In plan the perimeter of the approach surface coincides with the
perimeter of the approach zone.
BEST MANAGEMENT PRACTICE (BMP'S) - A structural or nonstructural management-based practice used
singularly or in combination to reduce nonpoint source inputs to receiving waters in order to achieve water quality
protection goals.
BILLBOARD - An off-premise advertising sign designed for the display of information and/or advertising. (Def.
Added 3/17/97)
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT - A semi-judicial body composed of representatives from or for the planning jurisdiction
of Person County which are given certain powers under and relative to this ordinance.
BUFFER - Natural or vegetated area through which storm water run-off flows in a diffuse manner so that the run-
off does not become channelized and provided for infiltration of run-off and filtering of pollutants. The buffer is
measured landward from the normal pool evaluation of impounded structures and from the bank of each side of
perennial streams or rivers. The area shall be included in the calculation of minimum lot size required by this
ordinance.
BUILDING - A structure, or part thereof (i.e. stoop, landing, porch, deck, etc.), either temporary or permanent,
covered or uncovered, and designed for the use or shelter of any person, animal or property of any kind, including
tents, awnings, or vehicles situated on private property and used for purposes of building. (Amended 2-1-93)
BUILDING LINE - A line running parallel (as determined by the actual location of the building on the lot), with the
front, side or rear of a building. (Amended 2-1-93)
BUILT UPON AREA - That portion of a development project that is covered by impervious or partially impervious
cover including buildings, pavement, gravel areas (e.g. roads, parking lots, and paths), recreation facilities (e.g.
tennis courts), etc. (Note: Wooden slatted decks and the water area of a swimming pool are considered pervious).
(Amended 11/3/97)
CAMPER/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE - A vehicular type unit designed as temporary living quarters for recreational,
camping, or travel use, which either has its own motive power or is mounted on or drawn by another vehicle. The
basic entities are travel trailer, camping trailer, and truck camper and motor home.
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(Def. added 8/2/2010)
CAMPER/RECREATIONAL VEHICLE PARK - Any site or tract of land upon which two or more recreational vehicles or
tent spaces are provided for occupancy according to the requirements set forth in this ordinance. (Def. added
8/2/2010)
CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY - A statement signed by the Zoning Enforcement Officer setting forth that the
building, structure, or use complies with the Zoning Ordinance and any applicable construction codes, and that the
same may be used for the purposes stated herein.
COMMERCIAL MODULAR BUILDING - A manufactured building designed to be used as a multi-family dwelling unit
(3 or more families) or as a commercial structure which has been constructed in and labeled indicating compliance
with the North Carolina State Building Code. (Def. Added 5/5/97)
CONICAL SURFACE - A surface extending outward and upward from the periphery of the horizontal surface at a
slope of 20 to 1 for a horizontal distance of 4,000 feet.
CONSTRUCTION SITE IDENTIFICATION SIGN - A sign which identifies architects, engineers, contractors, and other
individual s or firms involved with construction on the premises, the name of the building or development and/or
the expected completion date. (Def. Added 3/17/97)
CONSTRUCTION, TRADES - One who accomplished work or provides facilities under contract with another and
specifically engages in a specialized trade such as plumbing, heating, wiring, sheet metal and roofing work, etc.
COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL FACILITY - A County owned building or land use for a public purpose or activity that
protects the public health, safety or general welfare.
(Ref. Added 2/3/97)
CRITICAL AREA - The area adjacent to a water supply intake or reservoir where risk associated with pollution is
greater than from the remaining portions of the watershed. The critical area is defined as extending either 1/2 mile
from the normal pool elevation of the reservoir in which the intake is located or to the ridge line of the watershed
whichever comes first; or 1/2 mile upstream and draining to the intake located in the stream or river (run-of-the
river), or to the ridge line of the watershed (whichever comes first).
DEVELOPMENT - Any land disturbing activity which adds to or changes the amount of impervious or partially
imperious cover on a land area or which otherwise decreases the infiltration of perception into the soil.
DISCHARGING LANDFILL - A landfill which discharges treated leachate and which requires a National Pollution
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. (Amended 11/3/97)
DOUBLE-FRONTAGE LOT - A lot with street frontage along two opposite boundaries.
DU - A dwelling unit.
DWELLING UNIT - A residential structure or that portion of a residential structure used or designed as a residence
for one family.
ERECT - To build, construct, rebuild, reconstruct as the same are commonly defined.
FAMILY - One or more persons related by blood, adoption or marriage, or a group of not more than five (5)
persons not related by blood, adoption or marriage living together as a single housekeeping group in a dwelling
unit.
FAMILY CARE HOME - As defined in G.S. 168-21, a home with support and supervisory personnel that provides
room and board, personal care and habitation services in a family environment for not more than six (6) resident
handicapped persons.
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FREE STANDING SIGN - A sign that is attached to, erected on, or supported by some structure (such as a pole,
mast, frame, braces in or upon the ground, or other structure) that is not itself an integral part of or attached to a
building or other structure whose principal function is something other than the support of a sign. (Def. Added
3/17/97)
FRONTAGE - All property abutting on one (1) side of a street measured along the street line.
GROUND SIGN - A sign placed upon the ground, or a free standing sign, not exceeding eight (8) feet in height. (Def.
Added 3/17/97)
GROUP HOME FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED ADULTS - A residence which provides care for two to nine
adults who are developmentally disabled and who have or can develop self-help skills, are ambulatory, in need of a
home and are able to participate in activities in the community.
HAZARD TO AIR NAVIGATION - An obstruction determined to have a substantial adverse effect on the safe and
efficient utilization of the navigable airspace.
HAZARDOUS MATERIAL - Any substance or material in a particular form or quantity which the Secretary of
Transportation finds may pose an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property. Substances so designated may
include explosive, radioactive materials, etiologic agents, flammable liquids or solids, poisons, oxidizing or
corrosive materials, and flammable gases. Define via rule making process, under authority of PL 93-633.
HEIGHT - For the purpose of determining the height limits in all zones set forth in this Ordinance and shown on the
zoning map, the datum shall be mean sea level elevation unless otherwise specified.
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMERCIAL USE - A structure that is either nominated for or listed on the National
Register of Historic Places or included in the North Carolina Plan for Historic Preservation as compiled by the North
Carolina Division of Archives and History in which commercial use is being operated from the structure.
HORIZONTAL SURFACE - A horizontal plane 150 feet above the established airport elevation, the perimeter of
which in plan coincides with the perimeter of the horizontal zone.
IMPERVIOUS COVER - A surface that does not allow precipitation to percolate through it.
INDUSTRIAL DISCHARGE - The discharge of industrial process treated wastewater or wastewater other than
sewage and includes:
a) Wastewater resulting from any process of industry or manufacture, or from the development
of any natural resource;
b) Wastewater resulting from processes of trade or business, including wastewater from
laundromats and car washes, but not wastewater from restaurants;
c) Stormwater will not be considered to be an industrial wastewater unless it is contaminated
with industrial wastewater; or
d) Wastewater discharged from a municipal wastewater treatment plant requiring a pretreatment
program.
INDUSTRIAL USE – Nonresidential employment uses such as milling and manufacturing. “Industrial” Uses
include both “Light” Industrial and “Heavy” Industrial Uses. For additional information, see Note 2 located after
the Table of Permitted Uses.
a) Light Industrial: The intent of this land use category is to provide for wholesale and warehousing uses as
well as those industrial uses that include precision manufacturing, assembly or processing of materials
that are in refined form and that do not in their transformation create smoke, gas, odor, dust, noise,
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vibration of earth, soot or lighting to a degree that is offensive when measured at the property line of
subject property. Noise levels shall not measure higher than 65 LDN (day-night sound level), if so, the
use is considered a heavy industrial use or may be approved with a special use permit.
b) Heavy Industry: A variety of uses that have public nuisance potential and, under the Zoning Ordinance,
are subject to sensitive review for locational impact on surrounding land uses and the environment.
Such uses are generally planned where residential development is otherwise undesirable or where noise
levels higher than 65 LDN (day-night sound level) will not impact adjacent land uses or residents. These
industries include such uses as metal fabrication and quarries, asphalt or concrete mixing plants, and
commercial junkyards.
LANDFILL - A facility from the disposal of solid waste on land in a sanitary manner in accordance with Chapter
130A, Article 9 of the NC General Statutes. For the purpose of this ordinance, this term does not include
composting facilities.
LARGER THAN UTILITY RUNWAY - A runway that is constructed for and intended to be used by propeller driven
aircraft of greater than 12,500 pounds maximum gross weight and jet powered aircraft.
LDN (DAY NIGHT AVERAGE SOUND LEVEL) - A method of estimating a measurable quantity of noise at airports and
is based upon an Equivalent Sound Level (Leg).
LEG (EQUIVALENT SOUND LEVEL) - An energy summation of the aggregate noise environment as measured in A -
weighted sound level.
LOT - Land area which is composed of a single parcel or contiguous parcel of land under same ownership and is
recorded as such in the office of the Person County Register of Deeds.
LOT AREA - The parcel of land enclosed within the boundaries formed by the property lines plus one-half of any
alley abutting the lot between the boundaries of the lot, if extended.
LOT DEPTH - The depth of a lot, for the purpose of this Ordinance, is the distance measured in the mean direction
of the side lines of the lot from the midpoint of the front line to the midpoint of the opposite lot line.
LOT LINE, FRONT - Any boundary line of a lot running along a street right of way line.
LOT LINE, REAR - The rear lot line, shall be the property line(s) which is (are) opposite the front property line. If no
property line is deemed to be opposite the front property line and no minimum building line exists on the final plat
to establish a rear lot line, then there shall be no rear lot line; however, the rear yard setback shall be maintained
from the point (apex) on the property's perimeter which is the furthest removed from the midpoint of the front
line. The rear yard minimum building line shall be a line perpendicular to a straight line connecting said apex and
the midpoint of the front lot line.
LOT LINE, SIDE - A boundary line which is not defined as a front or rear lot line.
LOT OF RECORD - A lot which has been recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds of Person County or a lot
described by metes and bounds, the description of which has been recorded in the aforementioned office.
LOT WIDTH - The horizontal distance between the side lines measured along the front building line as specified by
applicable front yard setback in this ordinance.
MAJOR VARIANCE FROM STATE WATERSHED RULES - A variance from the minimum statewide watershed
protection rules that results in any one or more of the following:
(1) The relaxation, by a factor greater than ten (10) percent of any requirement under the
low density option;
(2) The relaxation, by a factor greater than five (5) percent, of any buffer, density or built-upon area
requirement under the high density option;
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(3) Any variation in the design, maintenance or operation requirements of a wet detention pond or
other approved stormwater management system. (Amended 11/3/97)
MINOR VARIANCE FROM STATE WATERSHED PROTECTION RULES - A variance from the minimum statewide
watershed protection rules that results in a relaxation, by a factor of up to five (5) percent of any buffer, density, or
built-upon area requirement under the high density option; or that results in a relaxation by a factor of up to ten
(10) percent, of any management requirement under the low density option.
MANUFACTURED HOME - A dwelling unit that (1) is not constructed in accordance with the standards set forth in
the North Carolina State Building Code, and (2) is composed of one or more components, each of which was
substantially assembled in a manufacturing plant and designed to be transported to the home site on its own
chassis, and (3) exceeds forty (40) feet in length and eight (8) feet in width.
MANUFACTURED HOME, CLASS A - A manufactured home constructed after July 1, 1976, that meets or exceeds
the construction standards promulgated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that were in
effect at the time of construction and that meets the following additional criteria:
(1) The structure is made up of two or more sections designed to be installed or assembled
into one unit at the building site;
(2) The manufactured home has a length not exceeding four times its width, with length
measured along the longest axis and width measured at the narrowest part of the other
axis; and
(3) The pitch of the roof of the manufactured home has a minimum vertical rise of two and
two tenths (2.2) feet for each twelve (12) feet of horizontal run and the roof is finished
with a type of shingle that is commonly used in standard residential construction.
This definition includes typical "double-wide" manufactured homes and does not include modular housing as
regulated by North Carolina State Building Code. (Rev. 5/5/97)
MANUFACTURED HOME, CLASS B - A manufactured home constructed after July 1, 1976, that meets or exceeds
the construction standards promulgated by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that were in
effect at the time of construction but that does not satisfy all of the criteria necessary to qualify the house as a
Class A manufactured home. A Class B manufactured home is typically a "single-wide" manufactured home but
may also include a double-wide (or triple-wide) manufactured home that does not meet all the criteria to be
classified as a Class A manufactured home. (Revised 5/5/97)
MANUFACTURED HOME, CLASS C - Any manufactured home that does not meet the definitional criteria of a Class
A or Class B manufactured home.
MOBILE HOME - An alternative term for a manufactured home. (Def. Added 5/5/97)
MOBILE HOME PARK - Any lot upon which three (3) or more manufactured homes, occupied for dwelling or
sleeping purposes, are located regardless of whether or not a charge is made for such accommodations. (Def.
Added 5/5/97)
MODULAR HOME - A manufactured building designed to be used as a one or two family dwelling unit which has
been constructed in and labeled indicating compliance with the North Carolina State Building Code, Volume VII -
Residential. (Def. Added 5/5/97)
NONCONFORMING BUILDING - A building or structure that is not in conformance with the provisions (Section 75-
Table of Dimensional Requirements) of the district in which it is located. (Added 6/3/2013)
NONCONFORMING LOT – Surveyed and recorded lots that met existing zoning regulations when created but no
longer conform with the adopted regulations. (Added 6/3/2013)
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NONCONFORMING USE – A lawful use of land that does not comply with the use regulations for its zoning district
but which complied with applicable regulations before adoption of this ordinance or the predecessor Person
County Zoning Ordinance. (Added 6/3/2013)
NONCONFORMING USE - A use of buildings or land that does not conform with the regulations of the district in
which such building or land is situated but was lawful before adoption of this ordinance or the predecessor Person
County Zoning Ordinance.
NON-NOXIOUS - Any substance not physically harmful or destructive to the environment or health threatening.
NONPOINT SOURCE POLLUTION - Pollution which enters waters mainly as a result of precipitation and subsequent
run-off from lands which have been disturbed by man's activities and includes all sources of water pollution which
are not required to have a permit in accordance with GS 143.215.1(c).
NONPRECISION INSTRUMENT RUNWAY - A runway having an existing instrument approach procedure utilizing air
navigation facilities with only horizontal guidance, or area type navigation equipment, for which a straight-in non-
precision instrument approach procedure has been approved or planned.
OFF-PREMISE ADVERTISING SIGN - Any sign advertising a product, business, or activity, sold, located, or conducted
elsewhere than on the premises on which the sign is located, or which a product, service, business, or activity is
sold, located, or conducted on such premises only incidentally, if at all. (Def. Added 3/17/97)
OFF-PREMISE DIRECTIONAL SIGNS - Any off-premise sign indicating the location of or directions to a business,
religious place of worship or other activity. The sign shall not include any information or message except the name
of the business or activity, and directions or symbols indicating directions. If a sign exceeds the maximum area it
shall be construed as an off-premise advertising sign. (Def. Added 3/17/97)
OFFICE – A building or portion of a building wherein services are performed involving predominantly
administrative, professional or clerical operations. (Def. Added 12/6/99)
OFFICES / PROFESSIONAL - Offices of accountants, appraisers, architects, attorneys, financial consultants, dentists,
physicians, real estate agencies and similarly recognized professionals. (Amended February 2014)
ON-PREMISE SIGN - Any sign or structure, pictorial or otherwise, regardless of size or shape, which directs
attention to a business, profession, commodity, attraction, service, entertainment, idea, or concept conducted,
offered, sold, manufactured, provided, or entertained at a location on the premises where the sign is located or to
which it is affixed. (Def. added 3/17/97)
PHASED DEVELOPMENT PLAN - a plan for land development submitted for the purposes of obtaining a vested
right which must describe with some certainty the type and intensity of use for a specified parcel or parcels of
property and must during construction and at completion meet all land use requirements of Person County and
North Carolina State Law. Such a plan includes, but is not limited to: a vicinity map; names of adjoining property
owners; a general schedule noting development stages (if available); approximate locations of various proposed
land uses; any information available regarding water and sewer provisions and any other proposed improvements;
and any other available pertinent information. (Amended 11/18/91)
PLANNED BUILDING GROUP - A Planned Group shall consist of two or more principal uses in one or more
structures on the same zoning lot. A Planned Building Group shall be located on a minimum of a 2 acre lot.
(Amended 1/11/96)
PLANNING BOARD - A body appointed by the County Commissioners to perform the following duties:
• Develop and recommend long-range development plans and policies
• Advise the County Commissioners in matters pertaining to current physical development
and zoning for the County's planning jurisdiction.
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PRECISION INSTRUMENT RUNWAY - A runway having an existing instrument approach procedure utilizing an
Instrument Landing System (ILS) or a Precision Approach Radar (PAR). It also means a runway for which a precision
approach system is planned and is so indicated on an approved airport layout plan or any other planning
document.
PRIMARY SURFACE - A surface longitudinally centered on a runway. When the runway has a specially prepared
hard surface, the primary surface extends 200 feet beyond each end of that runway; for military runways or when
the runway has no specially prepared hard surface, or planned hard surface, the primary surface ends at each end
of that runway. The width of the primary surface is set forth in Section III of this Ordinance. The elevation of any
point on the primary surface is the same as the elevation of the nearest point on the runway centerline.
PRINCIPAL BUILDING / USE - The main building or use of a zoning lot. (Addition January 1996)
PROTECTED AREA - The area adjoining and upstream of the critical area of WS-IV watershed. The boundaries of
the protected area are defined as within five (5) miles of and draining to the normal pool elevation of a reservoir or
to the ridgeline of the watershed; or within 10 miles upstream and draining to the intake located directly in the
stream or river or to the ridgeline of the watershed. (Amended November 1997)
REAL ESTATE SIGN - A sign advertising the premises for sale, rent or lease. (Def. Added 3/17/97)
RESIDUALS - Any solid or semi-solid waste generated from a wastewater treatment plant, water treatment plant or
air pollution control facility permitted under the authority of the Environmental Management Commission.
(Amended November 1997)
SETBACK - The distance between the minimum building line and the centerline of a street right of way; and where
no street right of way is involved, the property line shall be used in establishing the setback.
SIGN - Any identification, description, illustration, or device, illuminated or no illuminated, which is visible from any
thoroughfare or road that directs attention to any realty, product, service, place, activity, person, institution,
performance, commodity, firm, business, solicitation, idea or concept including permanently installed or situated
merchandise or any emblem, painting, poster, bulletin board, pennant, placard or temporary sign designed to
identify or convey information, with the exception state, municipal or national flags. (Def. Added 3/17/97)
SITE SPECIFIC DEVELOPMENT PLAN - A plan for land development submitted for the purposes of obtaining a
vested right and must describe with reasonable certainty the type and intensity of use for a specified parcel or
parcels of property. Such a plan drafted by an engineer or registered land surveyor includes, but is not limited to:
the boundaries of the property with bearings and distances; names of adjoining property owners and a vicinity
map; the location and approximate dimensions, including heights (if possible) of all existing and proposed
structures and buildings; proposed improvements including provisions for water, sewer, parking, lighting, signage,
buffering, and screening; provisions for storm drainage, solid waste disposal, and open space and recreation areas;
a notation detailing total impervious cover; and a schedule noting development stages. (Amended 11/18/91)
STRUCTURE - An object, including a mobile object, constructed or installed by man, including but without
limitation, buildings, towers, cranes, smokestacks, earth formation, and overhead transmission lines.
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION BUILDING - Any building or portion of a building used as a temporary field office for
the coordination of a nearby construction project by the general contractor and/or subcontractors. No portion of a
temporary construction building may be used as an accessory occupancy (such as a sales office) into which the
general public would be allowed access. (Def. Added 5/5/97)
TEMPORARY SIGN - A sign that is used in connection with a circumstance, situation, or event that is designed,
intended, or expected to take place or to be completed with a reasonably short or definite period after the
erection of such sign. If a sign display area is permanent but the message display but the message displayed is
subject to periodic changes, that sign shall not be regarded as temporary. (Def. Added 3/17/97)
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TRANSITIONAL SURFACES - These surfaces extend outward at 90 degree angles to the runway centerline and the
runway centerline extended at a slope of seven (7) feet horizontally for each foot vertically from the sides of the
primary and approach surfaces to where they intersect the horizontal and conical surfaces. Transitional surfaces
for those portions of the precision approach surfaces, which project through and beyond the limits of the conical
surface, extend a distance of 5,000 feet measured horizontally from the edge of the approach surface and at 90
degree angles to the extended runway centerline.
USE BY RIGHT - A use which is listed as an unconditionally permitted activity in this ordinance.
VARIANCE - A modification or alteration of any of the requirements of this ordinance.
VESTED RIGHT - A right pursuant to the North Carolina General Statutes to undertake and complete the
development and use of property under the terms and conditions of an approved site specific or phased
development plan. (Amended 11/18/91)
VISUAL RUNWAY - A runway intended solely for the operation of aircraft using visual approach procedures.
WATER DEPENDENT STRUCTURE - Any structure for which the use requires access to or proximity to or citing
within surface waters to fulfill its basic purpose, such as boat ramps, boat house, docks, and bulkheads. Ancillary
facilities such as restaurants, outlets for boat supplies, parking lots and commercial boat storage areas are not
water dependent structures.
WATERSHED - The entire land contributing surface drainage to a specific point.
WATER SUPPLY CLASSIFICATIONS - Classifications of Fresh Water Supplies for watersheds within Person County
adopted by the Environmental Management Commission; definitions, as referenced in 15A NCAC 2B.0100 and
.0200 as follows:
1. Class WS-II, waters protected as water supplies which are generally in predominately
underdeveloped watershed; point source discharges of treated waste water are permitted
pursuant to Rules .0104 and .02ll of this Subchapter; local programs to control nonpoint
sources and storm water discharges of pollution area required; suitable of all Class C uses.
2. Class WS-III, waters protected as water supplies which are generally in low to moderately
developed watershed; point source discharges of treatment of treated waste water area
permitted pursuant to Rules .0104 and .0211 of this Subchapter; local programs to control
nonpoint sources and storm water discharges of pollution area required; suitable for all Class
C uses.
3. WS-IV, water projected as water supplies which are generally in moderately to highly
developed watershed; point source discharges of treated waste water are permitted
pursuant to Rules .0l04 and .0211 of this Subchapter; local programs to control nonpoint
sources and stormwater discharges of pollution area required; suitable for all Class C uses.
4. Class C Uses, waters protected for secondary recreation, fishing, wildlife, fish and aquatic life
propagation and survival, agriculture and other uses suitable for Class C.
WINERY – A facility operated for the purpose of making wine. Associated with this process can include catering,
lodging facilities, restaurants, live music venue, farm tours, winery tours, farmers market, petting zoo, corn maze,
cheese processing, roasting of coffee and associated retail sales. (Added 11/1/2004)
YARD - Any open space on the same lot with a building and unoccupied from the ground vertically except by trees,
shrubbery, fences, open fire escapes, chimneys, flues, cornices, eaves and bay windows. (Amended 2/1/93)
YARD, FRONT - A yard across lot, extending from the front building line to the front lot line or right-of-way.
(Amended 2/1/93)
YARD, REAR - A yard located behind the rear building line and extending to rear lot line or right-of-way. (Amended
2/1/93)
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YARD, SIDE - A yard between the side building line and side lot line or right-of way, extending from the front
building line to the rear building line. (Amended 2/1/93)
ZONING ADMINISTRATOR - Planning Director (aka County Planner) or designated representative.
ZONING PERMIT - A permit by the Person County Zoning Administrator or his authorized agents that a course of
action to use or occupy a tract of land or a building or to erect, install, or alter a structure, building, or sign situated
in the zoning jurisdiction of the County fully meets the requirements of this ordinance.
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APPENDIX C
TABLE OF PERMITTED USES
(amended: 5/18/92; 11/17/92; 4/4/94; 7/11/94; 2/19/96; 6/3/96; 7/8/96; 5/5/97; 12/6/99; 5/4/2001;
12/1/2003; 6/6/2005; 11/1/2004; 11/19/2007; 11/3/2008; 12/1/2008; 4/20/2015; 2016)
Industrial and manufacturing operations are allowed as a use by right or with a special use
permit in any zoning district, except Residential (R). Please see NOTE 2 for additional
information and standards.
Districts in which particular uses are permitted as a Use-By-Right are indicated by "X". Districts in which particular
uses are permitted as a Use-By-Right with certain conditions are indicated by "X" with a reference to a footnote to
this Table.
Districts in which particular uses are permitted as a conditional use upon approval of the Board of Adjustment are
indicated by "C". See Section 73 for details in obtaining a conditional use permit.
District in which particular uses are permitted as a special use upon approval of the Board of Commissioners are
indicated by "S". See Section 74 for details in obtaining a Special Use Permit.
OTHER PRINCIPAL USES ZONING DISTRICTS
R B-2 B-1 GI RC
ACCESSORY BUILDING X X X X X
ACCESSORY USES INCIDENTAL TO ANY PERMITTED USE (SEE NOTE 1) X X X X
ADOPTION SERVICES X X
ADVERTISING AGENCIES X X X
AGRICULTURAL OR FARM USE EXEMPT FROM ZONING ORDINANCE
AIRCRAFT EQUIPMENT, PARTS AND SUPPLIES (*SEE NOTE 5) X X* X
AIRLINE TICKET AGENCY (*SEE NOTE 5) X X X* X
AIRPORT OPERATIONS (SEE SECTION 92 AND NOTE 5) S S S X* S
AIRSTRIPS, (PRIVATE) /HELIPORT WITHOUT COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY (*SEE NOTE
8)(ADDED 5/7/01)
X* X* X* X* X*
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES PACKAGED, RETAIL SALE X X X
AMBULANCE SERVICE OR RESCUE SERVICE C X X S X
AMUSEMENT PARKS C X
ANIMAL MEDICAL CARE (INCLUDING KENNEL OPERATIONS C X X
ANTIQUE SHOPS C X X X
APPAREL AND ACCESSORY SALES X X X
APPLIANCE (MAJOR) SALES AND REPAIR X X X
APPLIANCE (SMALL) SALES AND REPAIR X X X
ART AND CRAFT SUPPLIES X X X
ART GALLERY X X X
AUCTION SALES (EXCLUDING LIVESTOCK AUCTIONING) S X X
AUTOMOBILE OFF-STREET PARKING, (COMMERCIAL) X X X X
AUTOMOBILE PARTS AND ACCESSORY SALES X X X
AUTOMOBILE REPAIR AND/OR BODY WORK (EXCLUDING COMMERCIAL WRECKING,
DISMANTLING OR STORAGE OF JUNKED VEHICLES) (amended 12/1/2008)
X S
AUTOMOBILE RENTALS AND LEASING (*SEE NOTE 5) X X X* X
AUTOMOBILE SALES, NEW AND USED C X X
AUTOMOBILE SERVICE STATION OPERATIONS X X X
BANK, SAVINGS AND LOAN COMPANY AND OTHER FINANCIAL ACTIVITIES X X S X
BARBER OR BEAUTY COLLEGE INSTRUCTION X X X
BARBERING AND HAIR DRESSING SERVICES X X X
BED AND BREAKFAST INNS, BOARDING AND ROOMING HOUSES, AND TOURIST
HOMES
C X X
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BICYCLE SALES AND REPAIR X X X
BLACKSMITH C X
BOATS AND ACCESSORIES, RETAIL SALES AND SERVICE C X X
BOOKS AND PRINTED MATTER, DISTRIBUTION X X
BOOK STORES X X X
BOWLING ALLEY X X X
BRIDAL SHOPS X X
BUILDERS SUPPLY X X
BUS REPAIR AND STORAGE TERMINAL ACTIVITIES (amended 12/1/2008) X S
BUS STATION ACTIVITIES (*SEE NOTE 5) C X X* X
CAMPER/RECREATIONAL PARK (Amended 8/2/2010) S S S S
CARPET AND RUG CLEANING X X X
CARWASH X X X
CATALOG SALES X X X
CATERING X X X
CELLULAR TELEPHONE SALES AND SERVICES X X X
CEMETERIES - CHURCH OR FAMILY X X X S X
CEMETERIES – COMMERCIAL C C C X
CHEMICAL RETAIL SALES X X
CHURCH, TEMPLES, SYNAGOGUES C C C S X
CLINIC SERVICES, MEDICAL AND DENTAL C X X S X
CLUB OR LODGE C C C X
COAL SALES AND STORAGE (amended 12/1/2008) X S
COLD STORAGE PLANT (amended 12/1/2008) X S
COMMERCIAL MODULAR BUILDING (ADOPTED 5/5/97) X X X
COMPUTER SALES, AND/OR PROGRAMMING SERVICES X X X
CONSTRUCTION, TRADES (*BUILDING, HEATING, ELECTRICAL, PLUMBING, FIRE
SPRINKLER AND OTHERS) (EXCLUDING OUTSIDE STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT OR
SUPPLIES) *amended 11/19/2007
C X X X
CONSTRUCTION, TRADES (WITH OUTSIDE STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT OR SUPPLIES) X X
CONTRACTOR, GENERAL (EXCLUDING OUTSIDE STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT OR
SUPPLIES)
X X X
CONTRACTOR, GENERAL (WITH OUTSIDE STORAGE OF EQUIPMENT OR SUPPLIES) X X
CONVENIENCE STORES C X X X
COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL FACILITY (ADOPTED 2/3/97) C X X X
CURIO AND SOUVENIR SALES X X X
DAY CARE CENTER C C C S X
DRY CLEANING AND LAUNDRY X X X
DWELLING, SINGLE-FAMILY X X X X
DWELLING, TWO-FAMILY AND GARAGE APARTMENTS C C C X
DWELLING, MULTIPLE-FAMILY (SEE SECTION 80) S S S X
EATING OR DRINKING FACILITIES (amended 12/1/2008) X X S
ELECTRICAL / ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY SALES X X X
EMPLOYMENT AGENCIES X X X
EXPLOSIVE STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES (AMENDED 5/18/92) S S
EXTERMINATING SERVICE C X X
FAMILY CARE HOME X X X X
FARM MACHINERY SALES AND SERVICING C X X
FARM SUPPLIES MERCHANDISING (EXCLUDING FARM MACHINERY) X X X
FERTILIZER MANUFACTURE (amended 12/1/2008) S S
FIRE STATION AND LAW ENFORCEMENT OPERATIONS C X X X X
FLOOR COVERING SALES X X X
FLOWER SHOP X X X
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FUNERAL HOME C X X X
FURNITURE RETAIL SALES X X X
GAME AND SPORTS FACILITIES (AMENDED 5-18-92) S S
GLASS SALES AND INSTALLATION X X X
GOLF COURSES C X X X
GROCERY RETAIL X X X
GROCERY, WHOLESALE X X
GROUP HOME FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED ADULTS X X X X
GUNSMITH X X X
HARDWARE, PAINT AND GARDEN SUPPLY SALES X X X
HEALTH SPAS, FITNESS CENTER (amended 2/7/2011) X X X
HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMERCIAL USE C X X X
HOME FOR THE AGED C C X X
HOME FURNISHINGS AND APPLIANCE SALES X X X
HOSPITAL OR SANITARIUM CARE (EXCEPT FOR THE INSANE, FEEBLE-MINDED AND
ADDICTED) (amended 12/1/2008)
C X S
INDUSTRIAL SEE NOTE 2
INSURANCE AGENCIES X X X
INTERIOR DECORATOR X X X
JANITORIAL SERVICE X X X
JEWELERS X X X
KARATE AND OTHER MARTIAL ARTS INSTRUCTION X X X
KENNEL OPERATIONS, CARE C C X
LANDSCAPE CONTRACTOR C X X
LIBRARY C X X X
LIVESTOCK SALES AND AUCTIONS (amended 12/1/2008) S S
LOCKSMITH X X X
MANUFACTURED HOME FOR TEMPORARY DWELLING DURING CONSTRUCTION OF
PERMANET DWELLING (ADOPTED 5/5/97) SEE NOTE 7
MANUFACTURING SEE NOTE 2
MANUFACTURED HOME (INDIVIDUAL) FOR RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY-CLASS A
(REV. 5/5/97) SEE NOTE 6
MANUFACTURED HOME (INDIVIDUAL) FOR RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY-CLASS B (Rev.
5/5/97) SEE NOTE 3
MANUFACTURED HOME (INDIVIDUAL) FOR RESIDENTIAL OCCUPANCY - CLASS C
(Rev. 5/5/97) SEE NOTE 3
MANUFACTURE HOMES SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT SALES C X X
MANUFACTURED HOMES UNDER THE HARDSHIP CLASS A, B AND C SEE NOTE 4
MARINAS X X X
MOBILE HOME PARK BUT EXCLUDING ANY MOBILE HOME SALES (AMENDED 11-17-
92, 7/11/94)
S S S S
MOBILE HOME SALES AND SERVICE X X
MODULAR HOMES (AMENDED 11-17-92) X X X X
MONUMENT SALES X X X
MOTEL, HOTEL OR MOTOR COURT OPERATIONS X X
MOVIES, VIDEO SALES AND RENTALS X X X
MOVING AND STORAGE OPERATIONS (amended 12/1/2008) X S S
MUSICAL INSTRUMENT SALES X X X
NEWSSTAND SALES X X X
NONHAZARDOUS, NON-TOXIC SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL (ADOPTED 5-18-92) S S S S S
NURSERY OPERATION (PLANT) - AGRICULTURAL X X X X
NURSING HOME C C C X
OFFICE AND PROFESSIONAL OFFICE (ADOPTED 12/6/99) C X X X X
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OFFICE SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT SALES AND SERVICE X X X
PAINTING CONTRACTORS X X X
PAVING CONTRACTORS (amended 12/1/2008) S
PAWN SHOP X X X
PET SALES, EXCLUDING KENNEL ACTIVITIES OR OUTSIDE STORAGE OF ANIMALS X X X
PHARMACEUTICAL SALES, RETAIL X X X
PHOTOGRAPHY, COMMERCIAL X X X
PLANNED BUILDING GROUP (SEE ARTICLE VIII, SECTION 80) (ADDED 12/1/03) S X X S
POST OFFICE X X X X
PRIVATE RECREATION CLUB OR SWIMMING CLUB ACTIVITIES NOT OPERATED AS A
BUSINESS OR PROFIT (amended 12/1/2008)
C C C S S
PRIVATE RECREATION FACILITIES FOR PROFIT (AMENDED 5/18/92, 7/8/96) S S S S S
PUBLIC RECREATIONS (SUCH AS COMMUNITY CANTER BUILDINGS, PARKS,
MUSEUMS, PLAYGROUNDS, AND SIMILAR FACILITIES OPERATED ON A NONPROFIT
BASIS)
C C C X
PUBLIC UTILITY STATION, BULK STATION OR SUBSTATIONS (amended 12/1/2008) C C C S S
PUBLIC UTILITY WORKS, SHOPS OR STORAGE YARDS X
QUARRY OPERATIONS S S
RADIO OR TELEVISION STUDIO ACTIVITIES ONLY X X
RADIO, TELEPHONE AND TV TRANSMITTING TOWER
(SEE ARTICLE VII & IX) (AMENDED 11/6/95) (*SEE NOTE 9)
S X X X S
RAILROAD STATION OPERATIONS (amended 12/1/2008) C S S
RAILROAD YARD OPERATIONS S X
REAL ESTATE AGENCIES X X X
RECEPTION CENTERS FOR RECYCLING C X X
REDUCING SALON CARE X X X
REPAIR, RENTAL AND/OR SERVICING OF ANY PRODUCT THE RETAIL SALE OF WHICH
IS A USE-BY-RIGHT IN THE SAME DISTRICT AND NOT OTHERWISE LISTED HEREIN
X X X
REST HOMES C C C X
RETAILING OR SERVICING OPERATIONS C X X
SALVAGE OPERATION/JUNKYARD - COMMERCIAL S S
SECOND HAND AND SWAP SHOP SALES X X X
SCHOOL, PRIVATE OR PUBLIC (ELEMENTARY, SECONDARY, OR HIGHER LEVEL)
(amended 12/1/2008)
C C X X C
SPORT SHOPS X X X
STABLES, HORSE (AMENDED 4/4/94) X S X
STEREOPHONIC AND HIGH FIDELITY EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY SALES X X X
STORAGE, COAL BY PRODUCTS S C
STORAGE, FLAMMABLE (amended 12/1/2008) C S C
STORAGE, HAZARDOUS, TOXIC AND RADIOACTIVE WASTE NOT PERMITTED IN ANY DISTRICT
STORAGE, HOUSEHOLD AND COMMERCIAL C X X
STORAGE, OPEN (amended 5-4-01) C C S
TAILORING (DRESSMAKING) X X X
TANNING SALONS X X X
TAXICAB STAND OPERATIONS (*SEE NOTE 5) X X X* X
TEACHING OF ART, MUSIC, DANCE, DRAMATICS, OR OTHER FINE ARTS C X X X
TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION BUILDING (Amended 6/6/2005) X X X X X
THEATER PRODUCTIONS S X X X
TIRE RECAPPING X X
TIRE SALES CENTERS X X X
TOBACCO SALES X X X
TRAVEL AGENCIES (*SEE NOTE 5) X X X* X
TRUCK STOP X
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TRUCK TERMINAL ACTIVITIES REPAIR AND HAULING AND/OR STORAGE X
VARIETY, GIFT AND HOBBY SUPPLY SALES X X X X
WINERY (ADDED 11/1/2004) S X
WHOLESALE DISTRIBUTION OF BUILDING AND REMODELING PRODUCTS (REVISED
6/3/96)
X X X X
WHOLESALE SALES WITH OPERATIONS CONDUCTED AND MERCHANDISE STORED
ENTIRELY WITHIN A BUILDING AND NOT OTHERWISE LISTED HEREIN
X X X X
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NOTE 2 – INDUSTRIAL AND MANUFACTURING OPERATIONS
(Amended 3/18/96; 2016)
Quarries and Mining are Not Included under Light or Heavy Industrial Uses
TYPE OF
INDUSTRIAL
USE
GENERAL DESCRIPTION, INTENT AND STANDARDS EXAMPLES OF USES
Light
Industrial (LI)
Light industrial uses are prohibited in the Residential (R) District.
Uses in this category are a use by right unless located within 250’
of a residential structure as measured from the outside wall of any
structure closest to the property line, inclusive of easements and
rights of way.
Uses that include structures located within 250’ of an adjacent
residential use may be approved with a special use permit.
Vegetative and/or structural buffers shall be required when light
industrial land uses are adjacent to or across from, any residential
use regardless of the distance separating uses (For additional
information, please see Setback Requirements – Section 75)
Typical uses may include offices, research and development
laboratories, light manufacturing including assembly. Support uses
such as office supply stores, restaurants, and hotels/motels are
also allowed. Offices and light manufacturing (secondary
processing) are permitted as well as building materials storage and
sales, self-storage, and contractors and construction yards and
distribution of goods produced on site.
The intent of these categories is to provide development
standards that promote the development of industrial and
manufacturing operations without compromising the health,
safety and welfare of properties adjacent to and in the vicinity of
the project area. Included in this category are uses that shall have
minimal impacts on the public health, safety and welfare.
The distinctions used in this category closely follow the
NAICS definitions. Manufacturing establishments are located
in plants, factories, or mills and employ power-driven
machines and materials-handling equipment. They may also
employ workers who create new products by hand, without
the characteristic machinery-intensive enterprise. Many
manufacturing establishments process products of
agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, or quarrying as well as
products of other manufacturing establishments. The
subcategories reflect sectors with distinct production
processes related to material inputs, production equipment,
and employee skills. Most manufacturing establishments
have some form of captive services (e.g., research and
development, and administrative operations, such as
• Manufacturing, Assembly,
Repair or Servicing of Light
Industrial Goods and Products
• Business or Consumer
Machinery, Equipment,
Products or By-Products,
• Construction Storage,
• Textile Manufacturing,
• Commercial Bakery,
• Crematorium,
• Cold Storage Plant,
• Coal Sales and Storage,
• Equipment Rental,
• Exterminator,
• Janitorial / Building
Maintenance Service,
Maintenance Yard Facility,
• Manufacture, Assembly and
Repair of Precision Instruments
Electrical / Electronics, Toys,
Telecommunication
Equipment, Computer
Components, Solar and Wind
Energy Components
• Sheet Metal Shop,
• Bottling,
• Storage Area for Manufacturing
Welding, Machine and Tool
Repair,
• Woodworking, Cabinet Making,
and/or Furniture
Manufacturing
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accounting, payroll, or management). These are functionally
the same as the primary establishment. However, when
such services are provided by separate establishments, they
will be evaluated as either light or heavy industrial in their
own right. If needed, Person County Planning and Zoning
staff should rely on the NAICS’ activity dimension to
differentiate between an office activity and a factory activity
for such establishments.
Industrial operations involving the manufacturing, processing,
fabrication of acetylene gas (except for use on premises),
ammunition, explosives, fireworks, gunpowder, or matches shall
not be allowed in any district. (Amended 5/18/92)
A special use permit shall be required for industrial uses not
specifically permitted as a "Use-By-Right" in any district except
Residential (R).
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TYPE OF
INDUSTRIAL
USE
GENERAL DESCRIPTION EXAMPLES OF USES
Heavy
Industrial (HI)
Heavy industrial uses are prohibited in the
Residential (R) district.
Uses in this category would generally be consider a
use by right unless the property line and/or
operations and facilities are located within 2640’ of
a residential structure in any zoning district or if
located in the Rural Conservation district.
This District is generally for those industrial uses
where the impacts to the public health, safety
and/or welfare are greatest.
These industrial uses typically have large land
requirements and require the outdoor storage of
materials. In addition to most of the industrial uses
permitted in the LI District, uses involving the
primary processing of materials such as metal
refining, plastics, pulp and paper, animal rendering,
clay sand or gravel processing are permitted as of
right.
The Director of Planning may use discretion to
consider uses not specifically listed here as long as
these meet the intent of the definition. The
Planning Director shall provide a summary
supporting of their interpretation for the record.
The distinctions used in this category closely
follow the NAICS definitions. Manufacturing
establishments are located in plants, factories,
or mills and employ power-driven machines
and materials-handling equipment. They may
also employ workers who create new products
by hand, without the characteristic machinery-
intensive enterprise. Many manufacturing
establishments process products of
agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining, or
quarrying as well as products of other
manufacturing establishments. The
subcategories reflect sectors with distinct
production processes related to material
inputs, production equipment, and employee
skills. Most manufacturing establishments
have some form of captive services (e.g.,
research and development, and administrative
operations, such as accounting, payroll, or
management). These are functionally the
same as the primary establishment. However,
• Animal Processing, Packing, Treatment and
Storage Livestock Slaughtering, Processing
of Food and Related Products
• Production of Chemicals, Rubber, Leather,
Clay, Bone, Plastic, Stone, Glass, Fertilizer
• Production of Fabrication of Metals or
Metal Products (enameling, galvanizing,
sawmill)
• Asphalt and Concrete Plants
• Power generating plants, including the
storage of ore, coal, atmospheric gas, grain,
petroleum and other materials used to
produce power
• Hazardous Material Disposal
• Commercial Wrecking, Junk or Salvage Yard
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when such services are provided by separate
establishments, they will be evaluated as
either light or heavy industrial in their own
right. If needed, Person County Planning and
Zoning staff should rely on the NAICS’ activity
dimension to differentiate between an office
activity and a factory activity for such
establishments.
Industrial operations involving the manufacturing,
processing, fabrication of acetylene gas (except for
use on premises), ammunition, explosives,
fireworks, gunpowder, or matches shall not be
allowed in any district. (Amended 5/18/92)
A special use permit shall be required for
industrial uses not specifically permitted as a
"Use-By-Right" in any district except
Residential (R).
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SECTION 81 – SITE PLAN REQUIREMENTS
For Commercial and Industrial Uses
(Added 12/01/03)
Statement of Intent: The purpose of these requirements is to promote the orderly development of certain
activities within the county and to insure that such activities are developed in a manner harmonious with
surrounding properties and in the interest of the general public welfare. More specifically, the site plan shall be
used to review the project’s compatibility with its environment; to review the ability of the project’s traffic
circulation system to provide for the convenient and safe internal and external movement of vehicles and
pedestrians.
81-1 The Planning Director may waive any requirement of this article provided it is not adverse to the purpose of
this article and the applicant establishes that in his specific case an undue hardship would result from a
strict enforcement of this article, or that the requirement is unreasonable. The Planning Director also
may ask for additional information if deemed necessary by the Director to evaluate the site.
81-2 Site Plan Specifications:
81-3 Every site plan shall be prepared in accordance with the following specifications:
1. Shall be prepared by a North Carolina registered land surveyor, engineer, architect or landscape
architect.
2. The proposed title of the project and the name of the engineer, architect, surveyor and/or
developer, the developer, and a signature panel for the Planning Director’s approval.
3. The north point, scale, date, and vicinity map. Tax Map and Parcel Number and Township.
4. Existing zoning and zoning district boundaries on the property in question and on immediately
surrounding properties.
5. The present use of all contiguous or abutting properties.
6. The boundaries of the property involved by bearings and distances.
7. All existing property lines, existing street, buildings, watercourses, waterways or lakes and other
existing physical features in or adjoining the project.
8. Topography of the project area with contour intervals of ten feet or less.
9. The location and sizes of sanitary and storm sewers, gas lines, water mains, culverts, and other
underground structures, and easements for these facilities. Location of proposed or existing fire
hydrants.
10. The location, dimensions and character of construction of proposed streets, alleys, driveways and
the location, type and size of ingress and egress to the site.
11. The location of all existing and proposed off-street parking and parking bays, loading spaces and
walkways, indicating types of surfacing, size, angle of stalls, width of aisles, and a specific schedule
showing the number of parking spaces. All parking and travel ways shall be paved. Vehicular travel
lanes or driveways shall not be less that twenty feet in width for two-way traffic and ten feet for
one-way traffic.
12. The location, height, type and materials of all existing and proposed fences, walls, screen planting
and landscaping details of all buildings and grounds, and the location, height and character of all
outdoor lighting systems, inclusive of wattage and illumination.
13. The location of all proposed buildings and structures, accessory and main; number of stories and
height, proposed general use for each building; and the number, size and type of dwelling unites
where applicable.
14. Proposed finished grading by contour supplemented where necessary by spot elevations.
15. One hundred year floodplain areas per Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
16. The location, character, size, height and orientation of proposed signs.
17. The location and dimensions of proposed recreation, open space, and required amenities and
improvements.
18. Location of proposed solid waste facilities.
19. Proposed schedule of development.
20. Show total impervious surface. Show Best Management Practices where applicable.
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21. Parking and Loading (See section 110) for specific requirements.
22. Screening and Fencing. A screen not less than six feet high of dense plant material and/or fence
may be required (see Section 75 – for additional guidance).
23. Where the length of a dead-end street exceeds two hundred (200) feet and where there exists six
(6) or more dwelling units, an area must be provided for the turnaround of fire fighting vehicles on
a stabilized surface. This area shall not be used for parking.
24. Locations of fire hydrants must be shown within 1000 feet, as measured along the access drive
from every dwelling unit in a residential building group. All hydrants must be served by a water
main of sufficient size. In no case shall the minimum size main be less than six (6) inches in
diameter.
25. When building heights exceed 50’ certified approval from the fire inspector is required stating
that the structure can be served by the local fire department.
26. The Planning Director may request the following information:
a. Slope. Grade and cross-section of drives, sidewalks, malls, etc.
b. Profiles of publicly maintained water and sewer lines.
c. Profiles: Cross-sections and slopes of on-site and off-site ditches carrying water run-off.
d. Erosion and Sediment Control Plans.
e. Lighting plan for Light or Heavy Industrial (LI or HI uses).
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ARTICLE XI
SECTION 110 - OFF-STREET PARKING AND LOADING
(Amended 3/8/99; 9/2/2008)
(Added 8/4/2008)
110-1 Required off-street parking shall be provided on every lot or within a distance of 500 feet from the lot if
such parking space cannot be reasonably provided on that lot. Each application for a Certificate of
Occupancy/Compliance shall include information as to:
• Location and dimensions of off-street parking and loading space;
• Distance between that parking/loading space and street or alley;
• Ingress and egress of the property.
110-2 An off-street parking space shall not be less than 9' x 18' per space. Twenty percent of required parking
spaces to be for compact cars with a minimum size of 7.5’ x 15’. (Added 8/4/2008) (Amended
9/2/2008)
110-3 The following off-street parking space shall be provided :
(Added 8/4/2008)
USE REQUIRED OFF-STREET PARKING
Residence-Single Family 2 spaces
Residence, Duplex 4 spaces
Residence, Multi-Family / Residential Group 2 ½ Spaces for each dwelling unit
Offices 1 space for every 250 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Retail Business
(Amended 11-18-91)
.7 of a space for every 200 sq. ft. of gross floor area
Churches 1 space for every 5 seating spaces in principal sanctuary
Auditoriums, Stadiums and Theaters 1 space for every 5 seats
Motels, Tourist Homes and Boarding Houses 1 space for every rental room
Hospitals and Nursing Homes 1 space for every bed space
Medical Clinics 4 spaces for each doctor plus 1 space for each
employee
Wholesale Establishment, Warehouse and other
businesses not catering to retail or package trade
1 space for every 3 employees during maximum
employment and 1 space for every truck to be stored or
stopped simultaneously
Light or Heavy Industrial (LI/HI) 1 space for every 1.5 employees during maximum
employment and 1 space for every truck to be stored
or stopped simultaneously
Institutions and Clubs 1 space for every 5 seats in principal assembly room
Community or Private Swimming Clubs 1 space for every 5 memberships
Day Care Center 1 space for each adult attendant and 1 space for every
six children or fraction thereof
Restaurants 1 space for each 5 seats
Assisted Living/Home for the Aged
(amended 3/8/99)
1 space for every 2 bed spaces
Independent Living Facility
(age restricted) (added 8/4/2008)
1 space per unit and 1 space per employee during
maximum employment
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SECTION 75 - TABLE OF DIMENSIONAL REQUIREMENTS
(Amended 9/16/91, 2/1/93, 6/15/98, 1/07/02; 8/4/08; 2016)
===================================
Applicable in R, B-1, B-2, GI, and RC Zoning Districts
===================================
Without
Central Water
& Sewer
With Central
Water
With Central
Sewer
With Central
Water & Sewer
Planned
Building &
Group
Minimum Lot Size in
Square Feet 43,560 20,000 15,000 6,000 8,000 sq. ft.
(see note #1)
Minimum Lot Width in
Feet 100 100 75 60 100
Minimum Front Yard
Requirement
When property abuts
US/NC Highways
(see notes 2,5,6,7,8)
All other road types
(see note 2,5,6,7,8)
40*
40*
40*
40*
60
25* 25* 25* 25*
Minimum Side Yard
Requirement (See Note
1,2,6,7,8)
20 15 10 8 15 feet (see
note #2)
Minimum Side Yard
Requirements (Corner
Lots)
When property abuts
US or NC highway
(See Note 4,6,8)
All other road types
(See Note 4,6,7)
40*
40*
40*
40*
60*
25* 25* 25* 25*
Minimum Rear Yard
(See note 4,5,6,7,8) 25 25 15 10 25
Minimum Rear Yard
(Double Frontage Lots)
*(See Note 3,6,7,8)
50* 50 35 25 25
Building Heights 50** 50** 50** 50** 50**
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* From right-of-way
** Structures for light or heavy industrial (LI or HI) uses not subject to height restrictions but must submit
certification that proposed building height meets the ability of local fire and rescue teams to serve the facility.
Certification in the form of a letter signed by the fire inspector. Uses not included in the Light or Heavy
Industrial category exceeding 50 feet may apply for a special permit for approval. The following uses are not
controlled by the height limitation: belfries, spires, cupolas, domes, monuments, observation towers, chimney,
smokestacks, water towers, conveyers, flag poles, television and radio masts, aerials, and towers.
LANDSCAPING AND BUFFERS
To mitigate health, safety, and welfare concerns, landscaping and buffers may be required as a condition of
approval for projects requiring a Special Use Permit.
For Industrial Uses located adjacent to or across any right of way from residential properties, a vegetative buffer
is required.
• For heavy industrial uses, the buffer shall be at least 150’ wide
• For light Industrial Uses, the buffer shall be at least 50’ wide
Buffers shall include at a minimum, evergreen shrubs and a combination of deciduous and evergreen trees.
• Every 500 square feet of buffer shall include one evergreen or deciduous tree that shall have a height
and spread of at least 30’ within 10 years; and,
• 5 evergreen shrubs, or 3 evergreen and 2 deciduous shrubs, with a height and spread of at least 5’ in 10
years.
• Existing vegetation may be counted toward the required plantings when identified on a landscape plan
and certified by an arborist, landscape architect or landscape designer. Plants identified for the buffer
must be protected from all land disturbing activities and construction at a distance equal to the drip
line of the plant(s) to be used toward the buffer.
Landscape plans shall be completed by a registered landscape architect or licensed landscape designer.
NOTES:
1. 8,000 square feet for first two dwelling units and 2,500 sq. ft. for each additional dwelling unit.
2. Minimum setback for the first story and 10 additional feet for each additional unit.
3. Zero (0) yard requirement adjacent to the contour line of Hyco Lake, Lake Roxboro (located on the
Person/Caswell County line) and Mayo Lake.
4. Measured from the closest point of the building to the property line or right-of-way.
5. No structure need be setback more than the average of the two (2) directly adjacent primary use
structures on either side.
6. Unenclosed stoops, decks and steps may extend into any required yard area no more than one half the
required yard depth or width for lots without central water and sewer and with central water except no
encroachment will be allowed adjacent to US or NC Highways. (Added 8/4/2008)
7. Unless otherwise specified in this ordinance, accessory buildings may be allowed within five (5) feet of
rear and side yard lot lines. See Note 8 if property is located on an NC or US route. (Amended
6/3/2013)
8. Accessory structures may be placed in the front yard, if at least 25ft from the front property line. For
lots located on NC and US highways, accessory structures may be placed in the front yard, if at least
40ft from the front property line. (Added 6/3/2013)
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SECTION 76 - SETBACK REQUIREMENTS
76-1 Where a B-1, B-2, or GI District abuts the R district all business or industrial uses which abut said districts
shall be set back a minimum of 50 feet from the abutting exterior property lines.
76-2 Setbacks shall be measured:
76-2.1 From the property line
76-2.2 From the road right of way
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PERSON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS AUGUST 15, 2016
MEMBERS PRESENT OTHERS PRESENT
David Newell, Sr. Heidi York, County Manager
Tracey L. Kendrick
Jimmy B. Clayton Brenda B. Reaves, Clerk to the Board
Kyle W. Puryear
B. Ray Jeffers
The Board of Commissioners for the County of Person, North Carolina, met in
regular session on Monday, August 15, 2016 at 9:00am in the Commissioners’ meeting
room in the Person County Office Building.
Chairman Newell called the meeting to order. Vice Chairman Kendrick gave an
invocation and Commissioner Jeffers led the group in the Pledge of Allegiance.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Chairman Newell announced a Resolution of Appreciation for a county retiree
should be removed from the agenda due to the recipient not being able to attend the
meeting.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to remove the
Resolution of Appreciation from the agenda and to approve the agenda as adjusted.
PUBLIC HEARING:
CONSIDER REVOLVING LOAN FUND PROGRAM APPLICATION REQUEST
BY STRICKLAND & JONES FUNERAL HOME FOR A LOAN:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Kendrick and carried 5-0 to open the duly
advertised public hearing to consider a Revolving Loan Fund Program Application request
by Strickland and Jones Funeral Home for a loan.
County Manager, Heidi York stated the County has received a Revolving Loan
Fund Program application from Strickland and Jones Funeral Services, LLC requesting
$50,000 to finance the purchase of furniture, fixtures and equipment for a new funeral
home located on Durham Road (Hwy 501S) in Roxboro. Ms. York noted itemized invoices
have been provided totaling $58,113 for the items that the proposed funding would be used
to purchase. Ms. York noted as she reviewed the credit criteria demonstrating adequate
cash flow and a willingness to pay past credit obligations that was provided, she partnered
with a local financial institution for review of the loan application to determine the credit-
worthiness of the applicants. The results illustrated that conventional financing for the
purchase of furniture, fixtures and equipment would not exceed 60 months or 75% of the
cost. Ms. York stated the Revolving Loan Fund Policy states that “loan terms are to be as
short as possible and consistent with private lender standards.” Therefore Ms. York
recommended limiting the term to 60 months and a loan amount to $43,584.
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The Person County Revolving Loan Fund Program was established to support and
promote economic development of small businesses in the County. Final approval of loan
terms and of the loan shall be the responsibility of the Board of Commissioners. If
approved, Ms. York stated the next steps was to complete and execute a security agreement
for the collateral for the loan, promissory note and loan closing. Ms. York said the
collateral would be the items that would be purchased using the loan proceeds as well as a
secondary lien on the real property assets.
Speaking in favor of the Revolving Loan Fund Program Application request by
Strickland and Jones Funeral Home for a loan was:
Mr. Robby Jones, one of the partners for Strickland and Jones Funeral Home,
representing the applicants for the request for Revolving Loan Program funding stated he
had documentation for eligible expenses that met the criteria of the program that far
exceeded the $50,000 that was requested. Mr. Jones requested the Board’s consideration
for the full requested amount of $50,000 as well as the loan term to be 120 months to assure
the small business’ success.
Commissioner Jeffers asked Mr. Jones if the services of the funeral home would be
made available to all residents of the county to which Mr. Jones replied affirmatively.
There were no individuals appearing before the Board to speak in opposition to
Revolving Loan Fund Program Application request for funding by Strickland and Jones
Funeral Home.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to close the public
hearing to consider a Revolving Loan Fund Program Application request by Strickland and
Jones Funeral Home for a loan.
CONSIDERATION TO GRANT OR DENY REQUEST BY STRICKLAND &
JONES FUNERAL HOME FOR A REVOLVING LOAN FUNDING:
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear to approve the Revolving Loan
Fund Program application request by Strickland & Jones Funeral Home in the amount of
$50,000 with a loan term of 120 months. Vice Chairman Kendrick requested Board
consideration that once the Strickland and Jones Funeral Home loan application was
complete, the Board determine the viability of the program by appropriating funding and
to review the program’s term options and interest rates, before any other small business
loan application was accepted and reviewed.
Commissioner Puryear amended his motion to approve the Revolving Loan Fund
Program application request by Strickland & Jones Funeral Home in the amount of $50,000
with a loan term of 120 months and to review the Revolving Loan Fund Program criteria
prior to any other loan applications being considered. The amended motion passed by
unanimous vote.
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INFORMAL COMMENTS:
The following individuals appeared before the Board to make informal comments:
Ms. Frances Blalock of 1504 Surl Mt. Tirzah Road, Timberlake announced that PC
PRIDE would co-sponsor with C&P Siding a campaign forum to be held at the Festival
House on October 6, 2016 starting at 6:00pm. Ms. Blalock invited the three commissioners
seeking reelection and noted she would invite commissioner candidates Gordon Powell
and Donald Long. Ms. Blalock said each candidate would receive questions ahead of
forum. Ms. Blalock asked the Board if the proposed Request for Proposals for county-
wide convenience centers would put local businesses, i.e., Clayton & Hurdle, out of
business. Ms. Blalock opined that convenience centers would cost huge sums of money to
build and to man. Ms. Blalock said Person County’s trash was not the problem but the
thousands of toxic tons coming across the Person County borders every day. Ms. Blalock
asked that all revenues gained from the landfill be put into a special fund to take care of
problems created for the citizens along US158. Ms. Blalock told Chairman Newell that
holding a 9:00am public hearing related to the landfill was probably suggested by Republic
to limit the number of people attending so she asked Chairman Newell to change the public
hearing to a night meeting to allow working citizens a chance to be heard on this important
issue. Ms. Blalock stated that PC PRIDE will have to take a stand if the Board makes an
unacceptable decision. Ms. Blalock stated the county would be receiving a letter of intent
to challenge from PC PRIDE’s attorney if the Board makes a pro-landfill decision.
Ms. Betty Blalock of 144 Tirzah Ridge, Rougemont, and a property owner adjacent
to the landfill stated three or four businesses will be affected with county convenience
centers. Ms. Blalock was in possession of a record of a public hearing held in 1999 which
stated many times that the landfill would only be open 20 years and that Republic had to
abide by the contract. Ms. Blalock found out in Raleigh that Republic has bad thirteen
infractions in the span of a couple of years and that they have been fined. Ms. Blalock noted
only one private well has been tested and that the people in that area cannot afford to dig
new wells.
DISCUSSION/ADJUSTMENT/APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA:
A motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers and carried 5-0 to approve the
Consent Agenda with the following items:
A. Approval of Minutes of July 18, 2016,
B. Approval of Minutes of August 1, 2016,
C. Budget Amendment #3,
D. Home & Community Care Block Grant Final Revised County Funding Plan
for FY2016 for the Person County Senior Center,
E. Request from a Private Resident to Connect to the City Sewer,
F. Mt. Tirzah Right of Entry Letter
G. Tax Adjustments for the month of August 2016
a. Tax Releases, and
b. NC Vehicle Tax System pending refunds
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NEW BUSINESS:
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR COUNTY-WIDE CONVENIENCE
CENTERS:
Chairman Newell stated it would be prudent for the Board to be educated on the
options related to county-wide convenience centers. Vice Chairman Kendrick noted by
constructing three more convenience centers plus the one already at located at the landfill
would provide more opportunity for recycling. Vice Chairman Kendrick stated the
responses from the Request for Proposals could include county-run centers, corporation or
business run or the possibility to utilize Person Industries’ staff to run using revenue from
the commodities to offset the operations costs.
Commissioner Clayton stated support of having recycling jobs for individuals with
disabilities and if the intent with the convenience centers would continue to fulfill that goal
he would support however if the results were to favor closing the recycling center and/or
Person Industries, he voiced opposition. Commissioner Clayton noted Chairman Newell
had previously discussed the costs associated with the recycling center and this option
could prove to be more costly.
Commissioner Jeffers noted the lack of information for the agenda item which
prevented him from comparing information with his counterparts in other counties.
Chairman Newell suggested to direct staff to bring back a Request for Proposals to
the Board with options related to county-wide convenience centers.
Commissioner Puryear requested a study with cost factors using surrounding
counties similar in size that have convenience centers, along with strategic locations for
three convenience centers to be located within the four quadrants of the county.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 3-2 to direct staff to
bring back to the Board a study for a potential Request for Proposals listing options related
to county-wide convenience centers including cost comparisons and fee structure using
counties similar in size that have convenience centers, along with strategic locations for
three convenience centers to be located within the four quadrants of the county. Assistant
County Manager, Sybil Tate stated she would work with the county’s consultant, Smith
Gardner, who has already done some research on convenience centers noting this study
was within the scope of the contract. Chairman Newell, Vice Chairman Kendrick and
Commissioner Puryear voted in support of the motion. Commissioners Clayton and Jeffers
voted in opposition to the motion.
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SOLID WASTE FRANCHISE PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT:
County Manager, Heidi York stated the Board must order the publication of the
public hearing notice for the proposed Solid Waste Franchise Ordinance. According to
State law, the county must publish in the newspaper a public announcement giving a 30-
day notice ahead of the public hearing pertaining to the proposed solid waste franchise
ordinance. Ms. York added that in addition to the public hearing, two readings of the
proposed Solid Waste Franchise Ordinance must be read at the Board’s regularly scheduled
meetings. Ms. York presented the Board with the schedule of events for the proposed
ordinance.
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear to order the publication of the public
hearing notice for the proposed Solid Waste Franchise Ordinance to be held on September
19, 2016 at 9:00am at the Board’s regular scheduled Board meeting.
A substitute motion was made by Commissioner Jeffers and carried 3-2 to order
the publication of the public hearing notice for the proposed Solid Waste Franchise
Ordinance to be held on September 19, 2016 at 7:00pm. Commissioner Jeffers noted he
was not in favor of the public hearing but preferred working residents to have the
opportunity to attend. Chairman Newell and Commissioners Clayton and Jeffers voted in
support of the motion. Vice Chairman Kendrick and Commissioner Puryear voted in
opposition to the motion.
Commissioner Clayton stated for the record that he voted to move the public
hearing from the morning to evening but that does not mean that he was in favor of the
public hearing.
A motion was made by Chairman Newell and carried 5-0 to set the location of the
public hearing for the proposed Solid Waste Franchise Ordinance to be held in the Person
County Office Building Auditorium at the set time of 7:00pm on September 19, 2016.
Action Date
Call for Public Hearing, BOC meeting August 15, 2016 9:00am
Advertise in local newspaper (30-day
notice)
August 17, 2016
Public Hearing Date, BOC meeting September 19, 2016 9:00am
1st Reading, BOC meeting October 3, 2016 7:00pm
2nd Reading, BOC meeting October 17, 2016 9:00am
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BROADBAND RFP:
Assistant County Manager, Sybil Tate said by action of the Board at its August 1,
2016 meeting, the consultant was directed to proceed with a Request for Proposals (RFP)
that included construction of county-owned fiber connecting the four public safety towers.
Ms. Tate introduced Mr. Joe Freddoso to present to the Board a draft of the
Broadband RFP for input with consideration to release the RFP on August 25, 2016. Mr.
Freddoso stated Person County, led by its Commissioners, will act as the leader of the
Person County Advanced Network (PCAN) initiative to bring fast, more reliable, higher
value, scalable broadband service to Person County. PCAN includes affiliate organizations
that have agreed to support the county’s effort to bring enhanced broadband service to the
County. By issuing the RFP, Mr. Freddoso said Person County seeks to develop the next-
generation broadband infrastructure needed to meet the technological needs of current and
future businesses, public institutions, educations institutions, and local residents.
Mr. Freddoso described the goals of this effort was 1) to reach underserved areas
of the county with more and better broadband service, 2) to provide scalable broadband
infrastructure along key business corridors in the County that will allow private sector
service providers to offer enhanced services to business and consumers along these key
economic development and relatively high density residential corridors and 3) to meet the
broadband needs of the County and the City of Roxboro for the foreseeable future.
Mr. Freddoso addressed inquiries from the Board related to federal grant funding
to which he was very familiar. He said many times the grant funding assistance was driven
by a private sector company that will come in and propose to provide services using the
grant funding to assist in defraying their costs.
Vice Chairman Kendrick asked for an option in the RFP for a design build where a
company would design and install to potentially bundle services for a savings. Mr.
Freddoso stated an option would be included in the RFP for vendors to respond with a
design build and operate proposal.
Vice Chairman Kendrick questioned right-of-way responsibility. Mr. Freddoso
stated on county-owned property, the county would be responsible noting some of the
routes coming off the major highways would require some negotiations with individual
landowners.
Vice Chairman Kendrick requested to have performance measures in the final
contract. Mr. Freddoso noted the plans for moving forward was approximately 20% of the
scoring and he suggested putting the timeline from the RFP proposal into the contract as
well as penalties if not met.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Kendrick and carried 5-0 to issue the RFP
as proposed with the additional changes as discussed.
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BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS:
Clerk to the Board, Brenda Reaves presented citizen applications for
consideration for appointment received for current vacancies on county boards and
committees.
- Animal Services Advisory Committee
Unspecified Term;
A) Sheriff Jones requested a new representative for Person County Sheriff’s
Department: Benjamin D. Massey, Deputy Sheriff/K-9 Officer
B) Animal Services Director, Ron Shaw requested Animal Services Officer,
Bobby Mangum serve as the Animal Cruelty Investigator representative.
- Workforce Development Board
2-Year Reappointment; 1 position available representing adult education,
Debra Harlow, Dean, Adult Basic Skills Program at PCC requested reappointment.
A motion was made by Commissioner Clayton and carried 5-0 to appoint Deputy
Sheriff/K-9 Officer, Benjamin D. Massey as the Sheriff’s Office designated representative,
and to appoint Animal Services Officer, Bobby Mangum as the Animal Cruelty
Investigator representative on the Animal Services Advisory Committee, as well as to
reappoint Debra Harlow to the Workforce Development Board representing adult
education for a 2-year term.
CHAIRMAN’S REPORT:
Chairman Newell had no report.
MANAGER’S REPORT:
County Manager, Heidi York report the Economic Development Commission
would be meeting on August 18, 2016 at 8:00am at the Tax Office Conference Room.
COMMISSIONER REPORT/COMMENTS:
Commissioner Clayton asked what information would be released to the public
related to the Solid Waste public announcement. Chairman Newell stated the information
was considered public record and asked the County Manager when the documents related
to the public hearing would be available. County Manager, Heidi York stated the public
hearing notice was ready and would appear as a legal ad in the newspaper on August 17,
2016. Chairman Newell asked Ms. York to share a copy of the details of the negotiations
with both Ms. Frances Blalock and Ms. Betty Blalock.
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Commissioner Jeffers reported the County has over 94 children in foster care noting
the need for individuals to apply at the Department of Social Services to assist in fostering
children. Commissioner Jeffers stated an increase in substance abuse cases and child
protection services cases.
Commissioner Puryear had no report.
Vice Chairman Kendrick announced a two upcoming forums on Aging, both to the
held at the Senior Center. The first forum will be held on August 16, 2016 at 10:30am and
the second forum will be held on September 22, 2016 at 6:00pm. Person County Senior
Center Director, Maynell Harper noted the forums are a part of the 5-year aging services
plan for the County in coordination with the Kerr Tar Area Agency on Aging.
CLOSED SESSION #1
A motion was made by Commissioner Puryear and carried 5-0 to enter Closed
Session per General Statute 143-318.11(a)(5) at 10:00am for the purpose to consider the
acquisition or lease of real property with the following individuals permitted to attend:
County Manager, Heidi York, Clerk to the Board, Brenda Reaves and Person County
Senior Center Director, Maynell Harper.
Chairman Newell called the Closed Session to order at 10:04am.
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Kendrick and carried 5-0 to return to open
session at 10:31am.
ADJOURNMENT:
A motion was made by Vice Chairman Kendrick and carried 5-0 to adjourn the
meeting at 10:31am.
_____________________________ ______________________________
Brenda B. Reaves David Newell, Sr.
Clerk to the Board Chairman
(Draft Board minutes are subject to Board approval).
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Dept./Acct No.Department Name Amount
Incr / (Decr)
EXPENDITURES General Fund
General Government 187,055
Public Safety 207,648
Transportation 29,522
Economic and Physical Development 2,928
Environmental Protection 675
Human Services 45,025
Culture and Recreation 6,893
Transfer to Other Funds 4,950
Contingency (309,838)
REVENUES General Fund
Intergovernmental Revenues 136,428
Other Revenues 26,500
Fund Balance Appropriation 11,930
EXPENDITURES Person Industries & MRF Fund
Community Rehab Prog Services 3,600
Material Recovery Facility 1,350
REVENUES Person Industries & MRF Fund
Transfer from General Fund 4,950
Explanation:
BUDGET AMENDMENT
Transfer from Contingency/Insurance (-$139,838) the annual cost of vehicle insurance coverage ($139,838);
transfer contingency funds (-$170,000) to cover property and liability insurance paid out of Human
Resources Department ($170,000); appropriate donations received for Drug Court ($25,000) and VIP
($1,000); received donation for the Public Library ($500), record 2015 ($11,296) and 2016 ($12,564)
Bulletproof Vest Grants that are 50% locally matched from the LEC Restricted Fund, received a new 100%
funded 2016 Governor's Crime Commission Grant for the purchase of public safety equipment ($24,498),
appropriate estimated revenues and expenditures associated with the LEC Restricted Fund ($100,000);
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Dept./Acct No.Department Name Amount
Incr / (Decr)
EXPENDITURES General Fund
General Government (12,737)
Public Safety 25,035
Economic and Physical Development 4,530
Environmental Protection 15,987
Education 198,975
Transportation 180,700
Cultural & Recreation 39,588
Human Services 351,326
REVENUES General Fund
Intergovernmental 197,475
Fund Balance Appropriated 605,929
EXPENDITURES Emergency Telephone System Fund 4,224
REVENUES Emergency Telephone System Fund
Fund Balance Appropriated 4,224
Explanation:
BUDGET AMENDMENT
Carryforward of purchase orders and commitments outstanding as of June 30, 2016. Fund balance
appropriation for the General Fund for outstanding commitments is higher in the General Fund by $99,766
than what was carried forward in FY 2016. This is primarily due to larger number of projects at fiscal year
end that were incomplete.
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PO # Vendor Number Vendor Name Account Ordered Liq/Cancel Open
20160488 22761 SMITH GARDNER, INC.100‐4110‐430000‐20‐66,150.00 57,455.53 8,694.47
20150632 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐4121‐420000‐20‐840.00 704.39 135.61
20150632 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐4121‐426400‐20‐1,700.00 886.60 813.40
20150632 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐4121‐426500‐20‐800.00 0.00 800.00
20150632 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐4121‐431100‐20‐1,700.00 0.00 1,700.00
20160753 25032 MATT DRABICK 100‐4121‐455000‐20‐6,995.00 0.00 6,995.00
20160737 23728 SPRINGSTED INC.100‐4122‐430000‐20‐2,000.00 0.00 2,000.00
20160768 25681 INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC MANAGEME100‐4122‐431100‐20‐1,200.00 149.00 1,051.00
20150551 25780 BARCODES LLC 100‐4170‐420000‐20‐8,499.96 0.00 8,499.96
20150588 3129 R & S SPORTING GOODS 100‐4260‐426800‐20‐2,692.50 1,912.00 780.50
20150588 3129 R & S SPORTING GOODS 100‐4260‐426800‐20‐1,732.50 1,732.50 0.00
20150588 3129 R & S SPORTING GOODS 100‐4260‐426800‐20‐2,551.50 2,551.50 0.00
20150588 3129 R & S SPORTING GOODS 100‐4260‐426800‐20‐600.00 600.00 0.00
20150200 24249 TELECOM SYSTEMS SOLUTIONS, LL 100‐4260‐430000‐20‐10,250.00 0.00 10,250.00
20150389 23803 TOWER ENGINEERING PROFESSIONA 100‐4260‐430000‐20‐9,000.00 3,500.00 5,500.00
20150389 23803 TOWER ENGINEERING PROFESSIONA 100‐4260‐430000‐20‐750.00 750.00 0.00
20150389 23803 TOWER ENGINEERING PROFESSIONA 100‐4260‐430000‐20‐750.00 750.00 0.00
20150636 20705 REI ENGINEERS 100‐4260‐430000‐20‐2,500.00 1,850.00 650.00
20160423 22890 NORMENT SECURITY GROUP 100‐4260‐435100‐20‐5,000.00 1,906.25 3,093.75
20160529 23001 A & B PAVING CORP 100‐4260‐435100‐20‐1,119.00 0.00 1,119.00
20160671 13273 REGAN & SON HEATING & AIR CON 100‐4260‐435100‐20‐19,450.00 0.00 19,450.00
20160672 15853 D & W VAUGHAN 100‐4260‐435100‐20‐7,980.00 0.00 7,980.00
20160398 15419 QUINTON CLAYTON 100‐4310‐435300‐25‐5,000.00 4,203.23 796.77
20160654 15419 QUINTON CLAYTON 100‐4310‐435300‐25‐5,000.00 4,719.94 280.06
20160705 23134 GOODYEAR TIRE & RUBBER COMPAN100‐4310‐435300‐25‐2,000.00 567.58 1,432.42
20160710 26763 D & E DISTRIBUTING 100‐4370‐421200‐25‐1,900.00 0.00 1,900.00
20160641 15524 SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP 100‐4370‐446000‐25‐16,500.00 0.00 16,500.00
20150540 3129 R & S SPORTING GOODS 100‐4370‐454000‐25‐800.00 0.00 800.00
20160703 22610 WILLIAM MOORE III 100‐4530‐430000‐35‐5,200.00 0.00 5,200.00
20140632 24809 VACO RALEIGH, LLC 100‐4920‐430000‐40‐18,200.00 14,000.00 4,200.00
20160693 5273 MOVING SCREENS, INC.100‐6120‐420000‐55‐1,000.00 0.00 1,000.00
20160677 3386 SHERWIN WILLIAMS COMPANY 100‐6120‐435100‐55‐800.00 0.00 800.00
20160071 15853 D & W VAUGHAN 100‐6121‐425300‐55‐3,100.00 0.00 3,100.00
20160708 26280 SUNTRUST BANK 100‐6121‐431100‐55‐650.00 0.00 650.00
20140001 3631 TAYLOR PRINTING & OFFICE SUPP 100‐6122‐420000‐55‐1,122.30 646.67 475.63
20160684 22610 WILLIAM MOORE III 100‐6122‐430000‐55‐3,985.00 0.00 3,985.00
20160686 1793 JOSEPH N KIRBY 100‐6122‐430000‐55‐7,000.00 0.00 7,000.00
20160699 14513 ABSOLUTE SECURITY & LOCK, INC 100‐6122‐430000‐55‐5,000.00 0.00 5,000.00
20160497 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐40.00 0.00 40.00
20160497 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐250.00 0.00 250.00
20160497 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐360.00 0.00 360.00
20160497 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐300.00 0.00 300.00
20160497 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐350.00 0.00 350.00
20160497 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐800.00 0.00 800.00
20160681 11064 LOWE'S COMPANIES, INC. 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐1,000.00 695.95 304.05
20160694 8607 DATCO, LLC 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐500.00 0.00 500.00
20160714 440 BULLOCK LUMBER COMPANY, INC 100‐6123‐435100‐55‐1,000.00 627.65 372.35
20160736 15524 SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP 110‐4121‐425200‐20‐952.66 0.00 952.66
20160736 15524 SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP 110‐4121‐425200‐20‐2,191.46 0.00 2,191.46
20160736 15524 SHI INTERNATIONAL CORP 110‐4121‐425200‐20‐7,670.04 0.00 7,670.04
20160745 10068 DELL MARKETING L.P. C/O DELL 110‐4121‐446000‐20‐6,361.65 0.00 6,361.65
20160507 16471 SUNTRUST BANKCARD N.A. 120‐5110‐420000‐50‐798.00 0.00 798.00
20160620 26471 HEAT TRANSFER SOLUTIONS, INC 120‐5110‐430000‐50‐13,898.00 0.00 13,898.00
20160661 21083 NORTHWOODS CONSULTING PARTNE190‐5310‐419000‐50‐9,000.00 0.00 9,000.00
176,780.78
20160766 24613 BLUEALLY DIRECT, LLC 260‐4325‐446000‐25‐4,224.00 0.00 4,224.00
4,224.00
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OTHER CARRYFORWARD COMMITMENTS (ie. Grants, Sschool Capital & Lottery Funds, Donations, etc.)
Account # Balance CF Amount Comments
10090‐399991 38,697 Fund Balance Appropriation
1004110‐426000 3,253 Wellness funds
1004307‐420000 254 ?? Not sure where this was generated
1004307‐420000 220 Posted to VIP Grant ‐ E/C to VIP donations
1004307‐420000 400 Kiwanis donation 2016
1004307‐420000 400 Kiwanis Donation 2017
1004310‐428100 1,700 Sheriff's Great Grant from JCPC
1004370‐428710 352 EMS Walmart Grant
1004950‐420000 330 Program Revenues to expenditure account
1004960‐449910 15,987 SWCD state rollover funds
1005911‐462700 1,500 School Capital Projects
1006121‐425300 4,300 TDA‐Mayo funds (FY16 insurance proceeds)
1006123‐435100 10,001 TDA‐Roxplex funds
12090‐399991 11,671 Fund Balance Appropriation
1205110‐420000 5,185 MRC Challenge
1205110‐420000 2,568 NC Farm Bureau
1205110‐431100 1,203 MRC Challenge
1205110‐437000 281 MRC Challenge
1205110‐446000 2,434 MRC Challenge
19090‐399991 266,657 Fund Balance Appropriation
1905310‐426050 165,000 Spec Supp/Serv‐Data Storage
1905310‐426070 1,481 Spec/Supp/Serv/Disaster Expense
1905310‐435000 50,717 Contracted Services ‐ Temp Staff
1905310‐435000 24,753 Contracted Services ‐ Temp Staff
1905310‐446000 1,054 Captial Outlay $750 to $4999
1905310‐455000 8,469 Captial Outlay Equipment $5000 +
1905380‐506600 14,922 Special Children Adopt. Fund
1905380‐526000 150 Misc. General Assistance
1905380‐537000 111 Foster Care Donations
10090‐399991 82,248 FBA: CF for PATS & DSS vehicles‐‐State portion
1009820‐400005 82,248 Transfer to Fleet Mgt Fund
10570‐390010 82,248 Transfer from General Fund
1054125‐454000 13,827 Capital Outlay‐Vehicles (undesignated)
1054125‐454000 (126,506) Capital Outlay‐Vehicles (for PATS & DSS)
1059820‐400010 157,950 Transfer to General Fund
10070‐390105 157,950 Transfer from Fleet Mgt Fund
10090‐399991 17,550 FBA: CF for PATS vans‐‐Local portion
1004521‐454000 175,500 Capital Outlay‐Vehicles (PATS)
1059820‐400019 36,977 Transfer to DSS Fund
19070‐390010 36,977 Transfer from Fleet Mgt Fund
19090‐399991 12,325 FBA: CF for DSS vehicles‐‐Local portion
1905310‐454000 49,302 Capital Outlay‐Vehicles (DSS)
10060‐359130 197,475.00 Lottery Proceeds
1005911‐462800 197,475.00 School Lottery Projects
1005911‐462700 6,137 Oak Lane Septic Bed
1005911‐462700 29,395 Helena Access Road‐D&W Vaughn
1005911‐462700 1,500 Helena Access Road‐Michael Brandon Surveying
SCHOOL CAP 37,032
1005911‐462800 65,369 PCLA Roofing
1005911‐462800 40,000 PHS Press Box
1005911‐462800 92,106 Helena/Stories Creek‐Interior Painting
SCHOOL LOTTERY 197,475
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 6, 2016
Agenda Title: Proposed Road Re‐naming of the dead end segment of Providence Road
Summary Information:
Providence Rd has been split into two segments by the construction of Highway 501, now named Jim
Thorpe Hwy. The segment on the east of the new highway is approximately 800 ft long, serves two
homes, and provides access to a church and cemetery. The segment to the west of the new highway
has been realigned to connect with Thaxton Rd and remains a through street.
Due to this realignment, there are now duplicate addresses along both segments of Providence Rd,
which may jeopardize public health, safety, and general welfare as described in Ordinance
Regulating Addressing and Road Naming in Person County Article IV, Section 406B. Therefore, the
Person County Address Coordinator has determined that the dead end segment of Providence Rd on
the east side of the new highway should be renamed.
Certified mail was sent on July 29th, 2016 to affected property owners in attempt to solicit road
name suggestions. A time frame of 10 business days to respond was requested and no responses
have been received. Therefore, the Person County Address Coordinator has chosen the roadway
name of Providence Cemetery Court.
The Ordinance requires a public hearing prior to changing a road name and 10 days of advance
notice for the hearing.
Recommended Action: Motion to approve or deny the roadway name of Providence Cemetery
Court, call for a public hearing to be set for October 3, 2016 at 7:00pm and to authorize publication
of the public hearing notice.
Submitted By: Sallie Vaughn, GIS Manager
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 6, 2016
Agenda Title: Tourism Development Authority Annual Report
Summary of Information: The 2015-2016 Tourism Development Authority (TDA) Annual
Report will include a summary of the financial position of TDA as well as the successes, activities,
and promotions of the area.
Recommended Action: Receive the report.
Submitted By: Margaret McMann, Director
Person County Tourism Development Authority
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: 09/06/2016
Agenda Title: Proposed New Environmental Health Fees- Engineered Option Permit Fees
Summary of Information: Effective July 1, 2016, 15A NCAC 18A.1971 allows for an
Engineered Option Permit (EOP) for onsite wastewater systems. Local health departments may
assess a fee up to thirty percent of the current fees for the specific system type to cover the costs
associated with the EOP. The Person County Board of Health approved the proposed new fees
on August 22, 2016 and requests the Board of County Commissioners to approve the proposed
fees.
Recommended Action: Approve the proposed fee schedule effective 09/07/2016.
Submitted By: Janet Clayton, Health Director
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August 25, 2016
To: Person County Board of Commissioners
From: Janet Clayton
Health Director
As of July 1, 2016, the rule, 15A NCAC 18A.1971, allows for an Engineered Option Permit for
onsite wastewater systems. The rule also outlines the local health department’s responsibilities
regarding the Engineered Option Permit. Section (k) of the rule is stated below:
(k) LOCAL HEALTH DEPARTMENT RESPONSIBILITIES: The local health department
(LHD) is responsible for the following activities related to the EOP system:
1) Perform a completeness review of the Notice of Intent to Construct to verify
inclusion of information required by this Rule and indicate written verification of
completeness determination;
2) Attend the post-construction conference to observe location of system
components and start-up conditions;
3) Provide written confirmation of Authorization to Operate upon receipt of
complete information required by this Rule;
4) File all EOP documentation consistent with current permit filing procedures at
the local health department;
5) Submit a copy of the final Notice of Intent common form and written
confirmation of Authorization to Operate to the Department;
6) Review the performance and operation reports submitted in accordance with
Table V(b) of Rule .1961 of this Section;
7) Perform on-site compliance inspections of the wastewater system in accordance
with Table V(a) of Rule .1961 of this Section;
8) Investigate EOP system complaints;
9) Issue a notice of violation for systems determined to be malfunctioning in
accordance with Rule.1961(a) of this Section. The LHD shall direct the owner to
contact the design professional engineer, project licensed soil scientist, licensed
geologist, and contractor, as appropriate, for determination of the reason of the
malfunction and development of a Notice of Intent to Construct for repairs; and
10) Require an owner receiving a notice of violation to pump and haul sewage in
accordance with Rule .1961(m) of this Section.
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As stated below, NCGS 130A-336.1(n) allows for the local health department to assess a fee for
its work regarding the engineered option permit up to thirty percent of the total permit fees
established.
G.S. 130A-336.1(n) "Fees. – The local health department may assess a fee for the engineered
option permit of up to thirty percent (30%) of the cumulative total of the fees the department has
established to obtain an improvement permit, an authorization to construct, and an operations
permit for wastewater systems under its jurisdiction. The fee shall only be used by the department
in support of its work pursuant to this section to conduct site inspections; support the department's
staff participation at post-construction conference meetings; and archive the engineered permit
with the county register of deeds or other recordation of the wastewater system as required."
In accordance with the North Carolina General Statute 130A-39(g), the Board of Health may
establish new fees with the approval of the Board of Commissioners. On August 22, 2016, the
Person County Board of Health approved the adoption of the Allowed EOP Fees as highlighted
above. The Board of Health requests the approval of the proposed fees by the Board of
Commissioners.
If you have any questions, please contact me at 336-597-2204, ext. 2241.
Thank you for your consideration.
System Type Type II Type III Type IV Type V
Improvement
Permit
$200 $200 $200 $200
Authorization to
Construct
$150 $300 $400 $500
Total Fees $350 $500 $600 $700
Allowed EOP Fee
(30%)
$105 $150 $180 $210
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: Sept 6, 2016
Agenda Title: NCACC Legislative Goals process
Background information:
All counties are asked to participate in the NCACC’s legislative goals process. The goals submitted
are used to craft the NCACC’s final Legislative Goals package, which guides the NCACC’s lobby
efforts.
Summary of Information:
All goals must be submitted electronically via the NCACC website by Sept. 23, 2016. The goal
submitted should also include either a resolution from the Board of Commissioners or a signed letter
from the Chairman of the Board submitting the goal on behalf of the entire board.
Recommended Action: Direct staff to submit goals
Submitted By: Sybil Tate, Asst. County Manager
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AGENDA ABSTRACT
Meeting Date: September 6, 2016
Agenda Title: Boards and Committees Appointments
Summary of Information:
Attached are citizen applications for consideration for appointment received for current vacancies on
county boards and committees.
- Home Health and Hospice Advisory Committee
3-Year Term; a representative of the Hospital
1) Amber Ellixson, Person Memorial Hospital Quality Director requests appointment.
- Juvenile Crime Prevention Council
Sheriff Jones requests a new representative for Person County Sheriff’s Department:
Sgt. Cheryl Hughes will replace Deputy Mark Sharlow to fulfill term to 12/31/17.
- Kerr Tar Regional Council of Government Board
1 position as well as 2 alternates for citizens-at-large with an affiliation to represent the private sector
business, minority or the retired community for an unspecified term.
1) Connee C., White requests appointment
Recommended Action: Board nomination for appointment as deemed appropriate.
Submitted By: Brenda B. Reaves, Clerk to the Board
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