Multi-Jurisdictional CAMA Core Land Use Plan-2007

BRUNSWICK COUNTY
CAMA CORE LAND USE PLAN
Adopted by the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners: October 15, 2007
Certified by the Coastal Resources Commission: November 30, 2007
Prepared by:
Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Wilmington, North Carolina
The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management
Act of 1972, as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource
Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

BRUNSWICK COUNTY
MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL CAMA CORE LAND USE PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
PREFACE........................................................... P-i
SECTION 1. INTRODUCTION...........................................1-1
SECTION 2. BRUNSWICK COUNTY HISTORY .............................. 2-1
SECTION 3. BRUNSWICK COUNTY REGIONAL SETTING ...................... 3-1
SECTION 4. BRUNSWICK COUNTY CONCERNS AND ASPIRATIONS ................
4-1
I. Key Issues
....................................................4-1
II. Brunswick County Vision Statement ................................... 4-4
SECTION 5. BRUNSWICK COUNTY ANALYSIS OF EXISTING AND EMERGING CONDITIONS 5-1
I. POPULATION, HOUSING, AND ECONOMY .............................. 5-1
A. Population...............................................5-1
1.
North Carolina's Fastest Growing Counties 2000-2005 ........... 5-1
2.
Brunswick County and Municipal Population Change 1980-2005 .. 5-3
3.
Brunswick County Seasonal Population ...................... 5-5
4.
Brunswick County Day Visitors ............................ 5-5
5.
Brunswick County Population Profile ........................ 5-6
6.
Population Summary ....................................
5-8
B. Housing
.................................................5-9
1.
Brunswick County Housing Occupancy and Tenure .............
5-9
2.
Brunswick County Housing Characteristics Relative to
Selected Counties ................. ................
5-10
3.
Brunswick County Age of Housing ........................
5-12
4.
Brunswick County Occupancy Data ....................... .
5-12
5.
Brunswick County Housing Needs ........................
5-13
6.
Brunswick County Housing Summary ......................
5-14
C. Employment and Economy ...................................
5-15
1.
Introduction/Overview of General Economic Indicators ..........
5-15
2.
Household Income ...................................
5-16
3.
Employment by Industry ...............................
5-17
4.
Earnings by Industry ........... ..... ..............
5-19
5.
Employment Commuting Patterns ........................
5-20
6.
Tourism ..................................... _ ....
5-21
7.
Employment and Economic Summary ......................
5-21
8.
Population Projections .................................
5-22
II. NATURAL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS ..... ...... ........... ........
5-23
A. Mapping and Analysis of Natural Features .... ;,�.............. ....
5-23
1.
Climate ............... ...................
5-23
2.
Physiography, Relief, and Drainage .......................
5-23
Brunswick County
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3. Water Supply .............. ........................ 5-25
4. Flood Hazard Areas ..................................
5-25
5. Man-made Hazards/Restrictions ..........................
5-30
6. Soils .............................................
5-33
7. Prime Farmlands ....................................
5-38
8. Water............................................5-39
9. Fragile Areas ........................................
5-40
B.
Environmental Composite Map ................................
5-59
C.
Environmental Conditions (Water Quality, Natural Hazards,
and Natural Resources .....................................
5-62
1. Subbasin 03-07-57 (Lumber River Basin) ...................
5-64
2. Subbasin 03-07-59 (Lumber River Basin) ........... ........
5-66
.
3. Subbasin 03-06-17 (Cape Fear River Basin) ..................
5-76
4. Shellfishing .........................................
5-80
III. ANALYSIS OF LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT ..........................
5-80
A.
Introduction .............................................
5-80
B.
Land Use in Relation to Water Quality ...........................
5-81
1. Cape Fear River Basin (Subbasin 03-06-17) ..................
5-81
2. Lumber River Basin (Subbasin 03-07-57) ..................
5-82
3. Lumber River Basin (Subbasin 03-07-59) ...................
5-84
4. Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) ........................
5-85
C.
Brunswick County Land Use. ........................ .........
5-85
1. Summary of Land Use Conditions .........................
5-94
2. Land Use Compatibility Issues ...........................
5-94
3. Historic and Archaeological Sites .........................
5-99
4. Existing Land Use in Participating Municipalities ...............
5-99
D.
Existing Land Suitability Analysis ..............................
5-102
IV. ANALYSIS OF EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES/SERVICES ...............
5-105
A.
Transportation .............. .................... .....
5-105
B.
Health Care ............................................
5-107
C.
Emergency Medical Services .................................
5-110
D.
Law Enforcement .........................................
5-111
E.
Fire Services ............................................
5-111
F.
Administration ..........................................
5-113
G.
Water System ...........................................
5-113
H.
Sewer System ............................................
5-115
I.
Schools ...............................................
5-117
J.
Recreation .............................................
5-121
K.
Electric Service ..........................................
5-123
L.
Stormwater Management.............I......................
5-123
1. Introduction .......................................
5-123
2. Existing Drainage Problems ............................
5-123
3. Water Quality .....................................
5-124
4. EPA Regulations .......... ...................... ..
5-124
5. Construction Activities ................................
5-125
6. North Carolina Shoreline Buffering .......................
5-126
V. CURRENT PLANS, POLICIES, AND REGULATIONS ........................
5-127
A.
Brunswick County Unified Development Ordinance .................
5-127
Brunswick County
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B. Airport Height Control Ordinance ............................. 5-129
C. Manufactured Home Park Ordinance ........................... 5-129
D. Brunswick County Campground Ordinance ..................... 5-129
E. Hazard Mitigation Plan ....... ............................ 5-129
F. NC State Building Code .................... ............... 5-130
G. National Flood Insurance Program ............................ 5-130
H. Current CAMA Land Use Plan ................................ 5-130
SECTION 6.
PLAN FOR THE FUTURE ..................................... 6-1
I.
Future Demands ................................................
6-1
A.
Introduction ..............................................
6-1
B.
Housing Trends ........ ................ ...............
6-2
C.
Commercial Land Use ........................................
6-2
D.
Industrial Land Use .........................................
6-3
E.
Transportation .......................................... ..6-3
F.
Public Land Use/Shoreline Access ...............................
6-5
G.
Education ................................................
6-7
H.
Recreation ................................................
6-8
I.
Water System .............................................
6-9
J.
Sewer System ............... ................ ..........
6-10
K.
Solid Waste ..................... .......................
6-10
L.
Law Enforcement .........................................
6-10
M.
Fire/EMS ...............................................
6-11
II.
Land
Use/Development Goals and Implementing Actions ...................
6-12
III.
Policies/Implementing Actions .....................................
6-12
A.
Introduction .............................................
6-12
B.
Smart Growth ............................................
6-15
C.
Policies Regarding Land Use and Development in AECs ...............
6-22
IV.
Land
Use Plan Management Topics ..................................
6-22
A.
Introduction .............................................
6-22
B.
Public Access ............................................
6-23
C.
Land Use Compatibility .....................................
6-25
D.
Infrastructure Carrying Capacity ..............................
6-38
E.
Transportation ...........................................
6-42
F.
Natural Hazard Areas ......................................
6-46
G.
Water Quality ............................................
6-49
H.
Areas of Local Concern ..................................... .............
6-54
V.
Future Land Use Plan • ............................................
6-65
A.
Introduction ................. ............. ...........
6-65
B.
Smart Development .......................................
6-67
C.
Future Land Use Acreages ...................................
6-72
D.
Locational Aspects of Land Use ...............................
6-81
1. Brunswick County ....................................
6-81
2. Town of Belville ........ ..... ..................
6-86
3. City of Boiling Spring Lakes .............................
6-88
4. Town of Carolina Shores ...............................
6-89
5. Town of St. James ..................................
6-90
6. Town of Northwest ...................................
6-92
Brunswick County
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7. Land Use Compatibility Matrix ........................... 6-94
E. Land Demand Forecast ................... 6-98
F. Carrying Capacity Discussion .............................. 6-101
1. Wastewater Treatment System ......................... 6-103
2. Water Treatment System ............................. 6-109
3. Public School System ................................ 6-111
4. Transportation ..................................... 6-111
SECTION 7. TOOLS FOR MANAGING DEVELOPMENT ........................... 7-1
I. Guide for Land Use Decision Making .................................. 7-1
II. Existing Development Program ...................................... 7-1
III. Additional Tools ................................................. 7-1
IV. Land Use Plan Amendments ........................................ 7-2
V. Action Plan/Schedule ..... ..... ............. ................ 7-3
A. Citizen Participation ................................. ... .. 7-3
B. Action Plan/Schedule........................................ 7-4
C. Policy Analysis Matrix ....................................... 7-6
SECTION 8. HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN .................................... 8-1
TABLES
Table 1 Fastest Growing Counties Population Change 2000-2005 by Percentage
Growth and Net Migration .................................
5-1
Table 2
Brunswick County and Municipal Population Growth, 1980-2005 ......
5-3
Table 3
Brunswick County Racial and Gender Composition, 1980-2000 .......
5-6
Table 4
Brunswick County Age Composition, 1990 and 2000 ..............
5-7
Table 5
Brunswick County Summary of Educational Attainment ............
5-8
Table 6
Brunswick County Housing Occupancy and Tenure, 1990-2000 .......
5-9
Table 7
Brunswick County Municipal Housing Occupancy, 2000 ............
5-10
Table 8
Housing Characteristics, 2000
Brunswick County Compared to Other Selected Counties ...........
5-10
Table 9
Brunswick County and North Carolina, Year Structure Built ..........
5-12
Table 10
Brunswick County, Year Householder Moved Into Unit .............
5-13
Table 11
Workforce and Education, Brunswick County Rank ...............
5-15
Table 12
Income, Housing and Poverty, Brunswick County Rank ............
5-16
Table 13
Household Income, Brunswick County and North Carolina ..........
5-16
Table 14
Employment by Industry, Brunswick County ....................
5-17
Table 15
Employment Categories, Brunswick County .....................
5-18
Table 16
Agricultural Revenue Data, 1998, Brunswick County and North Carolina
5-18
Table 17
Employment and Wages by Sector (4Q2003), Brunswick County and
North Carolina ..... . ...................... ........
5-19
Table 18
Travel Time to Work, Brunswick County ................... :...
. 5-20
Brunswick County
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Table 19
Travel and Tourism, 1999, Brunswick County ...................
5-21
Table 20
Brunswick County Population Projections, 2000-2025 ..............
5-22
Table 21
Seasonal Population Forecasts, Brunswick County ................
5-22
Table 22
Brunswick County Flood Hazard Areas ........................
5-26
Table 23
Brunswick County Storm Surge Hurricane Inundation ..............
5-28
Table 24
Tier II Reporters, 2004, Brunswick County .....................
5-31
Table 25
Brunswick County Soil Series Characteristics ....................
5-35
Table 26
Brunswick County Wetlands ...............................
5-42
Table 27
Brunswick County Wetlands - Subbasin 03-06-17 ................
5-44
Table 28
Brunswick County Wetlands - Subbasin 03-07-59 ................
5-45
Table 29
Brunswick County Wetlands - Subbasin 03-07-57 ................
5-46
Table 30
Brunswick County Significant Natural Heritage Areas ..............
5-49
Table 31
Brunswick County Protected Lands ..........................
5-51
Table 32
NC Division of Water Quality Water Body Classifications ............
5-56
Table 33
Brunswick County Environmental Composite Map Layers ...........
5-59
Table 34
Brunswick County Environmental Composite Class Acreages Summary
5-60
Table 35
Summary of Use Support Ratings by Use Support Capacity in Subbasin
03-07-57.............................................
5-66
Table 36
Summary of Use Support Ratings By Use Support Category in Subbasin
03-07-59.............................................
5-67
Table 37
Previously Impaired Shellfish Harvesting Waters in Subbasin 03-07-59
5-68
Table 38
Currently Impaired Shelfish Harvesting Waters in Subbasin 03-07-59 ..
5-68
Table 39
Water Quality Monitoring Subbasin 03-06-17 ...................
5-76
Table 40
Status of Shellfishing Areas in Brunswick County .................
5-80
Table 41
Waterbodies Monitored in Subbasin 03-06-17 in the Cape Fear River
Basin, Brunswick County, 1998 and 2003 ......................
5-82
Table 42
Waterbodies Monitored in Subbasin 03-07-59 in the Lumber River Basin,
Brunswick County, 1996 and 2001 ...........................
5-84
Table 43
Brunswick County Total Acreage, 2005 ........................
5-92
Table 44
Brunswick County- Acreage — Subbasin 03-06-17 .................
5-92
Table 45
Brunswick County Acreage — Subbasin 03-07-57 .................
5-93
Table 46
Brunswick County Acreage — Subbasin 03-07-59 .................
5-93
Table 47
Cape Fear Skyway Project Timeline ..........................
5-96
Table 48
Participating Municipalities — Existing Land Use ..................
5-100
Table 49
Land Suitability Analysis Criteria .......................
5-104
Table 50
Brunswick County Acreage .... ......... .............
5-105
Table 51
Brunswick County EMS Stations and Rescue Squads ..............
5-110
Brunswick County
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Table 52 Brunswick County Fire Departments .......................... 5-112
Table 53 Brunswick County Administration ............................ 5-113
Table 54 Brunswick County Water System Average Daily Water Use By Month ... 5-114
Table 55 Brunswick County Water System Average Annual Daily Water Use By
Type................................................
5-114
Table 56
Brunswick County Wastewater Treatment Plants .................
5-115
Table 57
Brunswick County Public Schools ............................
5-117
Table 58
Brunswick County Park Locations and Amenities .................
5-121
Table 59
Brunswick County Impaired Water ...........................
5-124
Table 60
Brunswick County Zoning .................................
5-127
Table 61
Brunswick County - List of Potential Public Access Sites ............
6-7
Table 62
National Recreation Standards and Demand for Facilities in Brunswick
County..............................................
6-8
Table 63
Principles, Strategies, Obstacles, and Solutions ..................
6-70
Table 64
Brunswick County Future Land Use Acreages ...................
6-72
Table 65
Town of Belville Future Land Use Acreages .....................
6-73
Table 66
City of Boiling Spring Lakes Future Land Use Acreages .............
6-73
Table 67
Town of Northwest Future Land Use Acreages ..................
6-74
Table 68
Town of St. James Future Land Use Acreages ...................
6-74
Table 69
Town of Carolina Shores Future Land Use Acreages ...............
6-74
Table 70
Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix —Brunswick County & St.
James ...............................................
6-95
Table 71
Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix —Town of Belville .........
6-96
Table 72
Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix —City of Boiling Spring Lakes
6-96
Table 73
Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix —Town of Carolina Shores ...
6-97
Table 74
Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix —Town of Northwest .......
6-97
Table 75
Northeast Sewer Service Area ..............................
6-99
Table 76
Southeast Sewer Service Area ..............................
6-99
Table 77.
West Sewer Service Area .................................
6-100
Table 78
Southwest Sewer Service Area .............................
6-100
Table 79
Brunswick County Future Land Use Acreages ...................
6-103
Table 80
Brunswick County Northeast Wastewater Treatment Existing System
and Anticipated Needs ...................................
6-104
Table 81
Brunswick County Southeast Service Area Wastewater Treatment
Existing System and Anticipated Needs .......................
6-105
Table 82
Brunswick County West Service Area Wastewater Treatment Existing
System and Anticipated Needs .............................
6-106
Brunswick County
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Table 83 Brunswick County Southwest Service Area Wastewater Treatment
Existing System and Anticipated Needs ....................... 6-108
Table 84 Program of Construction .................................. 6-110
Table 85 Brunswick County Policy Analysis Matrix ....................... 7-7
MAPS
Map 1
Brunswick County Regional Location Map ......................
3-2
Map 2
North Carolina's Population Growth Map .......................
5-2
Map 3
Brunswick County Participating Municipalities ...................
5-4
Map 4
Brunswick County Flood Hazard Areas ........................
5-27
Map 5
Brunswick County SLOSH Hurricane Inundation .................
5-29
Map 6
Brunswick County Soil Classification ..........................
5-34
Map 7
Brunswick County Wetlands Areas ...........................
5-47
Map 8
Brunswick County Significant Natural Heritage Areas ..............
5-52
Map 9
Brunswick County Protected Lands ..........................
5-53
Map 10
Brunswick County Water Quality ............................
5-58
Map 11
Brunswick County Environmental Composite Map ................
5-61
Map 12
Brunswick County Subbasins ...............................
5-65
Map 13
Brunswick County Water Quality in Relation to Land Use ...........
5-83
Map 14
Brunswick County Existing Land Use .........................
5-86
Map 15
Belville Existing Land Use .................................
5-87
Map 16
Boiling Spring Lakes Existing Land Use ........................
5-88
Map 17
Carolina Shores Existing Land Use ...........................
5-89
Map 18
St. James Existing Land Use ...............................
5-90
Map 19
Northwest Existing Land Use ...............................
5-91
Map 20
Brunswick County Land Suitability Analysis .....................
5-103
Map 21
Brunswick County Community Facilities .......................
5-106
Map 22
NCDOT Annual Average Daily Traffic Count/TIP .................
5-108
Map 23
Brunswick County Local Infrastructure - Existing Water and Sewer Lines
5-116
Map 24
Brunswick County Zoning Classification .......................
5-128
Map 25
Cape Fear Skyway ......................................
6-6
Map 26
Brunswick County Future Land Use ..........................
6-75
Map 27
Belville Future Land Use ..................................
6-76
Map 28
Boiling Spring Lakes Future Land Use .........................
6-77
Map 29
Carolina Shores Future Land Use ............................
6-78
Map 30
St. James Future Land Use ................................
6-79
Map 31
Northwest Future Land Use . ................. ..........
6-80
Brunswick County
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Map 32 Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Service Area ......... 6-102
GRAPHS
Graph 1 Percent of Total Housing Tied to Public Sewers, 2000
Brunswick County Compared to Selected Coastal Counties .......... 5-11
Graph 2 Percent of Total Housing in Manufactured Homes, 2000
Brunswick County Compared to Selected Coastal Counties .......... 5-11
APPENDICES
Appendix I
Brunswick County Citizen Participation Plan
Appendix II
Survey Results
Appendix III
Hazard Mitigation Plan Mitigation Strategies
Appendix IV
North Carolina Waterbodies in Brunswick County
Appendix V
Areas Prohibited for Shellfishing
Appendix VI
1998 Brunswick County LUP Summary of Policies & Implementing Actions
Appendix VII
Brunswick County Capital Improvements Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
Appendix VIII
Policy/Implementing Actions Definitions of Common Terms
Appendix IX
Shoreline Access Plan, Summary of Policy Section
Appendix X
Agricultural Best Management Practices
Appendix XI
Forestry Best Management Practices
Appendix XII
Lockwood Folly River Water Quality Plan Strategies
Appendix XIII
Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan
Appendix XIV
Brunswick County Comprehensive Water Master Plan
Brunswick County
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MATRIX OF REQUIRED ELEMENTS
ELEMENT
CAMA CORE LAND USE ELEMENT
DISCUSSED
(a) Organization of the Plan
i and 1-1
(b) Community Concerns and Aspirations
(1) Significant Existing and Emerging Conditions
4-1
(2) Key Issues
4-1
(3) A Community Vision
4-4 to 4-5
(c) Analysis of Existing and Emerging Conditions
5-1 to 5-9
(1) Population, Housing, and Economy
(A) Population:
(i) Permanent population growth trends using data from the
two most recent decennial Censuses;
(ii) Current permanent and seasonal population estimates;
(iii) Key population characteristics;
(iv) Age; and
(v) Income
(B) Housing Stock:
5-9 to 5-15
(i) Estimate of current housing stock, including permanent and
seasonal units, tenure, and types of units (single-family,
multi -family, and manufactured); and
(ii) Building permits issued for single-family, multi -family, and
manufactured homes since last plan update
(C) Local Economy
5-15 to 5-22
(D) Projections
5-22
(2) Natural Systems Analysis
5-23 to 5-59
(A) Mapping and Analysis of Natural Features
(i) Areas of Environmental Concern (AECs);
(ii) Soil characteristics, including limitations for septic tanks,
erodibility, and other factors related to development;
(iii) Environmental Management Commission water quality
classifications and related use support designations, and
Division of Environmental Health shellfish growing areas
and water quality conditions;
(iv) Flood and other natural hazard areas;
(v) Storm surge areas;
(vi) Non -coastal wetlands including forested wetlands, shrub -
scrub wetlands, and freshwater marshes;
(vii) Water supply watersheds or wellhead protection areas;
(viii) Primary nursery areas, where mapped;
(ix) Environmentally fragile areas; and
(x) Additional natural features or conditions identified by the
local government.
Brunswick County
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CAMA CORE LAND USE ELEMENT
DISCUSSED
(B) Composite Map of Environmental Conditions:
5-59 to 5-62
(i) Class I
(ii) Class II
(iii) Class III
(C) Environmental Conditions
5-62 to 5-80
(i) Water Quality:
(I) Status and changes of surface water quality, including
impaired streams from the most recent NC Division of
water Quality Basinwide Water Quality Plans, 303(d)
List and other comparable data;
(II) Current situation and trends on permanent and
temporary closures of shellfishing waters as determined
by the Report of Sanitary Survey by the Shellfish
Sanitation Section of the NC Division of Environmental
Health;
(III)Areas experiencing chronic wastewater treatment
system malfunctions; and
(IV)Areas with water quality or public health problems
related to non -point source pollution
(ii) Natural Hazards:
(I) Areas subject to storm hazards such as recurrent
flooding, storm surges, and high winds;
(II) Areas experiencing significant shoreline erosion as
evidenced by the presence of threatened structures or
public facilities; and
(III)Where data is available, estimates of public and private
damage resulting from floods and wind that has
occurred since the last plan update
(iii) Natural Resources:
(I) Environmentally fragile areas or areas where resource
functions may be impacted as a result of development;
and
(II) Areas containing potentially valuable natural resources
(3) Analysis of Land Use and Development
(A) A map of land including the following: residential, commercial,
5-86 to 5-91
industrial, institutional, public, dedicated open space,
agriculture, forestry, confined animal feeding operations, and
undeveloped;
Brunswick County
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ELEMENT
CAMA CORE
LAND USE ELEMENT
DISCUSSED
(B)
The land use analysis shall including the following:
5-80 to
(i) Table that shows estimates of the land area allocated to
5-101
each land use;
(ii) Description of any land use conflicts;
(iii) Description of any land use -water quality conflicts;
(iv) Description of development trends using indicators; and
(v) Location of areas expected to experience development
during the five years following plan certification by the CRC
and a description of any potential conflicts with Class II or
Class III land identified in the natural systems analysis
(C)
Historic, cultural, and scenic areas designated by a state or
5-99
federal agency or by local government
(D)
Projections of future land needs
6-97 to
6-110
(4) Analysis of Community Facilities
5-113 to
(A)
Public and Private Water Supply and Wastewater Systems
5-115
(B)
Transportation Systems
5-105
(C)
Stormwater Systems
5-123 to
5-127
(D)
Other Facilities
5-107 to
5-123
(5) Land Suitability Analysis
5-102 to
(A)
Water quality;
5-105
(B)
Land Classes I, II, and III summary environmental analysis;
(C)
Proximity to existing developed areas and compatibility with
existing land uses;
(D)
Potential impacts of development on areas and sites designated
by local historic commission or the NC Department of Cultural
Resources as historic, culturally significant, or scenic;
(E)
Land use and development requirements of local development
regulations, CAMA Use Standards and other applicable state
regulations, and applicable federal regulations; and
(F)
Availability of community facilities, including water, sewer, '
stormwater, and transportation
(6) Review of Current CAMA Land Use Plan
5-127 to
(A)
Consistency of existing land use and development ordinances
5-130
with current CAMA Land Use Plan policies;
(B)
Adoption of the land use plan's implementation measures by the
governing body; and
(C)
Efficacy of current policies in creating desired land use patterns
and protecting naturals stems
Brunswick County
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CAMA CORE LAND USE ELEMENT
DISCUSSED
(d) Plan for the Future
6-1 to 6-11
(1) Land Use and Development Goals:
(A)
Community concerns and aspirations identified at the beginning
of the planning process;
(B)
Needs and opportunities identified in the analysis of existing and
emerging conditions
(2) Policies:
6-12 to 6-22
(A)
Shall be consistent with the goals of the CAMA, shall address
the CRC management topics for land use plans, and comply
with all state and federal rules;
(B)
Shall contain a description of the type and extent of analysis
completed to determine the impact of CAMA Land Use Plan
policies on the management topics, a description of both
positive and negative impacts of the land use plan policies on
the management topics, and a description of the policies,
methods, programs, and processes to mitigate any negative
impacts on applicable management topics;
(C)
Shall contain a clear statement that the governing body either
accepts state and federal law regarding land uses and
development in AECs-or, that the local government's policies
exceed the requirements of state and federal agencies.
(3) Land Use Plan Management Topics.
(A)
Public Access
' 6-23 to 6-25
(B)
Land Use Compatibility
6-25 to 6-38
(C)
Infrastructure Carrying Capacity
6-38 to 6-46
(D)
Natural Hazard Areas
6-46 to 6-49
(E)
Water Quality
6-49 to 6-53
(F)
Local Areas of Concern
6-54 to 6-64
(4) Future Land Use Map
6-65 to
(A)
14-digit hydrological units encompassed by the planning area;
6-111
(B)
Areas and locations planned for conservation or open space and
a description of compatible land use and activities;
(C)
Areas and locations planned for future growth and development
with descriptions of the following characteristics:
(i) Predominant and supporting land uses that are encouraged
in each area;
(ii) Overall density and development intensity planned for each
area;
(iii) Infrastructure required to support planned development in
each area
(D)
Areas in existing developed areas for infill, preservation, and
redevelopment;
(E)
Existing and planned infrastructure, including major roads,
water, and sewer
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CAMA CORE LAND USE ELEMENT
In addition, the plan shall include an estimate of the cost of any
community facilities or services that shall be extended or developed.
The amount of land allocated to various uses shall be calculated and
compared to the projection of land needs. The amount of land area
thus allocated to various uses may not exceed projected needs as
delineated in Part (c)(3)(A)(iv) - Projection of Future Land Needs.
ELEMENT
DISCUSSED
6-9 to 6-10
and 6-101 to
6-111
(e) Tools for Managing Development 7-1 to 7-18
(1) Guide for Land Use Decision -Making
(2) Existing Development Program
(3) Additional Tools.
(A) Ordinances:
(i) Amendments or adjustments in existing development codes
required for consistency with the plan;
(ii) New ordinances or codes to be developed
(B) Capital Improvements Program
(C) Acquisition Program
(D) Specific Projects to Reach Goals
(4) Action Plan Schedule
Brunswick County
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PREFACE
Brunswick County faces many challenges. From 1980 to 2000 the County grew from 35,774 to
73,154 population, a 104.5% increase. North Carolina's population increased from 5,880,095
to 8,049,313, a 36.8% increase. Brunswick County is now the fourth fastest growing county
in North Carolina.
This explosion of growth is complicated by the County's diversity. Brunswick County has:
► a developing industrial base
► a strong tourism economy
► significant natural resources
► strong construction and retail trade economies
► rapidly developing municipalities
► an important transportation system with good regional connections
Residents from other parts of the United States are moving to North Carolina at the fifth highest
rate in the nation, and the state's overall growth rate is the sixth highest in the nation.
Brunswick County is being directly impacted by this growth rate.
The swiftly changing demographics, demands for infrastructure, affordable housing, and public
service needs will leave Brunswick County with fiscal challenges. The trends facing the County
include:
► Rapid population growth.
► Influx of seasonal vacationers and retirees attracted to the county's natural
resources.
► Scattered development of vacation homes, which leads to expensive county
services delivery.
► Long-time residents may experience higher taxes, adverse environmental
impacts, decline of traditional economics, and cultural conflicts between
newcomers and long-time locals.
► Water quality, rapid development, and redevelopment after natural hazards all
present challenges.
In order to respond to the complex issues which confront Brunswick County, this plan should
comprehensively set goals and objectives for the county. It should provide for a continuous
planning process which is timely and responsive to the needs and desires of Brunswick County.
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Finally, the plan should provide a legal basis for land use regulations and a guide for capital
improvements planning.
Once the plan is prepared, the county must realize that the plan is not the end of the process.
The County must continuously work at accomplishing plan implementation and establishing an
effective planning program. Brunswick County must view the preparation of this document as
the first step in a continually evolving process.
This plan is organized to adhere to the 15A NCAC 7B requirements. The matrix following the
table of contents specifies how/where compliance with 15A NCAC 7B is accomplished. The
reader should review Section VII: Tools for Managing Development which begins on page 7-1.
This is a Core Land Use Plan. The Core Plan is defined as follows:
Core Plan: This plan addresses all of the plan elements in Rule .0702 of Section
7B (Elements of CAMA Core and Advanced Core Land Use Plans) in a complete
and thorough manner. These are summarized as follows: (1) Organization of the
Plan, (2) Community Concerns and Aspirations, (3) Analysis of Existing and
Emerging Conditions with the jurisdiction, and (4) Plan for the Future. This type
of plan is the standard CAMA Land Use Plan required for all 20 coastal counties.
The reader should not attempt to understand the plan by reading only several sections of the
document. All sections of the plan are inter -related. However, significant sections of the plan
include the following:
• Analysis of Existing and Emerging Conditions, page 5-1.
• Analysis of Land Use and Development, page 5-80.
• Existing Land Suitability Analysis, page 5-102.
• Plan for the Future, page 6-1.
• Tools for Managing Development, page 7-1.
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SECTION 1.
INTRODUCTION
This Fiscal Year 2004/2005 - 2005/2006 Brunswick County Core CAMA Land Use Plan is prepared
in accordance with the requirements of the North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA).
Specifically, this document complies with Subchapter 7B, "CAMA Land Use Planning Requirements,"
of the North Carolina Administrative Code, as
amended, August 1, 2002. This plan was
prepared at a time when Brunswick County
was undergoing tremendous fiscal and social
change. The policies and implementing
actions included in Section 6 of this plan will
be utilized to guide development in the
CAMA major and minor permitting process.
The 7B guidelines provide that each of the
twenty coastal counties and the
municipalities within those counties prepare
and adopt a Core CAMA Land Use Plan that
meets the planning requirements adopted by
the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC). If
a County chooses not to prepare a plan, the
guidelines specify that the CRC will prepare
and adopt a CAMA Land Use Plan for that
What is the CAMA Permit System?
The CAMA permit system is divided into major and
minor permits, based on the size and possible impacts
of a project. Major permits are required for activities
that require other state or federal permits, for projects
that cover more than 20 acres, or for construction
covering more than 60,000 square feet. Applications
for major permits are reviewed by ten state and four
federal agencies before a decision is made, and this
process is coordinated by the CRC. General permits
are an expedited form of major permit used for routine
projects that usually pose little or no threat to the
environment. Minor permits are required for projects,
such as single-family houses, that do not require major
permits or general permits. They are reviewed,
issued, and administered to CRC standards by the local
government under contract with the Division of Coastal
Management (Source: Association of National Estuary
Programs).
County and the municipalities in the County which choose not to prepare their own plan.
Municipalities not preparing their own plan will be included in the plan for the County in which the
municipality is located. The following municipalities participated in the development of this plan:
Belville, Boiling Spring Lakes, Carolina Shores, Northwest, and Saint James.
In general, 7B requires that a plan include analysis of existing and emerging conditions. This plan
includes information regarding population, housing, and economy, a natural systems analysis,
existing land use, a description of community facilities, a land suitability analysis, and a review of
current plans, policies, and regulations to fulfill that requirement. This section of the plan also
includes extensive mapping. The plan is also required to have a plan for the future. To meet that
requirement, this plan includes community facility demand information, a future land use plan, and
specific land use/development goals/policies. Finally, the plan has tools for managing
development. The management tools must specify the actions that Brunswick County will take to
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implement this plan. Refer to Section 6.III.A on how the land use plan is used for CAMA permitting
and in local decision making, and Section 7.IV for information on how to amend the plan.
Brunswick County adopted a Citizen
Participation Plan which is intended to
ensure that all interested citizens have an
opportunity to participate in the
development of this plan through both oral
and written comments. A copy of the
Citizen Participation Plan is included as
Appendix I. An ad hoc committee was
appointed by Brunswick County to oversee
the development of this plan. The
corn m ittee. included representatives of the
participating municipalities, one Brunswick
County Planning Board member and three
LAND USE PLAN COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Ms. Elizabeth Rollinson, (Belville)
Ms. Margaret Davis (Boiling Spring Lakes)
Dr. Joseph Gore (Brunswick County)
Mr. Bobby M. Long, Chair (Brunswick County)
Mr. Michael Loyack, Vice Chair (Brunswick County)
Mr. Charles Plunkett (Brunswick County)
Ms. Linda Herncane (Carolina Shores)
Ms. Joy Carroll (Carolina Shores)
Mr. James William McKoy (Northwest)
Ms. Shelley Lesher (St. James)
at -large representatives from Brunswick County.
Following adoption of the plan by the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners, it was submitted
to the CRC for certification. Certification of the plan was achieved on November 30, 2007.
What is CAMA?
CAMA is the North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-100, et
seq.), which establishes a cooperative program of coastal area management
between local and state governments. The Act, originally passed in 1974 and since
amended, states that local governments shall have the initiative for planning, while
the state government establishes areas of environmental concern. With regard to
planning, the state government is directed to act primarily in a supportive,
standard -setting, and review capacity, except in situations where local governments
do not elect to exercise their initiative.
In addition, CAMA establishes the Coastal Resource Commission within the
Department of. Environment and Natural Resources, whose duties include approval
of Coastal Habitat Protection Plans and designation of Areas of Environmental
Concern (AEC). After designation of these areas, the Commission is responsible for
issuing all permits (Source: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
Coastal Services Center).
Counties covered by CAMA
Brunswick County
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SECTION 2.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY HISTORY
Brunswick County was originally inhabited by natives we call Cape Fear Indians (we never learned
what they called themselves, but they were kin to the Waccamaw and the Choctaw Indians). Their
name for the area was Chicora. Chicora extended inland into present-day Columbus County and
well into South Carolina (present-day Horry County).
The first European to land on Brunswick County soil was, in fact, an Italian, in 1524. Giovanni
Verrazano, in the service of the King of France, landed on the coast in what he described as thirty-
four degrees latitude. If true, this would be New Hanover County; but with imprecise instruments,
he could very well have landed in Brunswick County.
In 1526, a Spaniard named Lucas Vasquez'de Ayllon came to establish a colony. In what he
described as latitude 33 degrees and 40 minutes, he entered a large river which he named the Rio
Jordan, evidence of the first discovery of the Cape Fear River. De Ayllon did not settle along the
Cape Fear, but went further south to Winyah Bay in South Carolina, then abandoned this
settlement soon thereafter.
In 1629, King Charles I of England granted all of present-day North and South Carolina to
proprietors, and this grant was named Carolana, Latin for Charles. The original proprietors never
settled Carolana, and the grant expired.
In August 1662, William Hilton, of the Massachusetts Bay Colony reached the Cape Fear River, and
he explored it deep into the interior of the colony. One of Hilton's explorations included the
"sounding" of the "Indian River" (now Town Creek) with help from the local Indians. Hilton
purchased a considerable tract of land along the Indian River, but never settled there.
On March 24, 1663, King Charles II signed the charter by which he granted to eight of his favorites
all the land between 31 and 36 degrees latitude. This was named Carolina in his honor. Carolina
extended from the Atlantic to the Pacific. William Hilton and John Vassal both brought settlers to
the Brunswick area (originally named Clarendon County) in 1663, and within two years it was
reported to have over 800 persons spread out for some sixty miles along the Cape Fear River. The
center of the settlements was Charles Town, the first community of that name in Carolina. Charles
Town was located on the west bank of the Cape Fear River at or near the mouth of what is now
called Town Creek. By 1667, however, Clarendon County was completely abandoned. Settlers had
become disillusioned with the harshness of the wilderness, and the local Indians made life difficult
for them.
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From 1667 to 1725, few Englishmen attempted to settle in Brunswick County. Thomas James was
granted 1,000 acres on the west side of the Cape Fear River in 1714, but he and his family were
murdered by the local Indians. In 1724, Jacob Johnson and his wife Ann were known to be living
illegally in the area, but they did not stay long. There are hints of merchant activities in and
around the area from 1700 to 1725, but there are no detailed records available to substantiate this.
The earliest legal grant was to Landgrave Thomas Smith on May 8, 1713, with the Conveyance of
Smith Island (now Bald Head Island) and most of present-day Southport. In 1725, settlement
began in earnest. Grants were dated June 3, 1725, with lands received by Maurice Moore, Samuel
Swann, Charles Harrison, and Eleazar Allen. Maurice Moore transferred many acres to his brother,
Roger Moore, who developed what is now called Orton Plantation.
Brunswick Town was the first County Seat of the newly formed Brunswick County. It remained so
until 1779, well after the outbreak of the Revolutionary War. In 1779, *Lockwood Folly was
established as the County Seat, and the Court was convened at the house of John Bell until the
courthouse was built in 1786. On November 28, 1808, the County Seat was moved to Smithville,
a town established in 1792 at mouth of the Cape Fear River. Smithville was later named
Southport, and the County Seat remained there until 1975, when it was moved to Bolivia, the
current County Seat.
Brunswick County was divided into several districts since inception, but in 1812 these were
stabilized into six: Northwest, Town Creek, Smithville, Shallotte, Lockwood Folly, and Waccamaw -
all of which are current townships.
From the earliest settlement in Brunswick Town in 1726 to the late 1860s, towns began to spring
up around Brunswick County. In the earliest reference, a traveler crossed the Little Charlotte River
on a ferry to a settlement near the ferry called Little Charlotte. By 1807, a bridge spanned the
Little Charlotte River where the ferry once was. By the 1830s, Little Charlotte was now called
Shallotte, the river was now called the Shallotte River, and a post office was established there in
1837. Shallotte was incorporated in 1899. Recent findings of old maps of this area indicate that
the Shallotte River was so named as early as 1747 and definitely by 1757, so the name of Shallotte
probably goes back well before the 1830s.
In the early 1800s, roads were constructed from Wilmington to Shallotte and on to Georgetown,
South Carolina, an important Naval Stores area. These roads were mostly sand and nearly
impassable. Therefore, river trade was the easiest way. A trading post was established in the
1820_s well--up-the -Lockwood -Folly River, near the new road between Wilmington and Shallotte.
This trading post was originally called the "Old Georgetown Way, but locals finally named it Supply
in the late 1860s.
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The Town of Bolivia was established in the 1890s and was incorporated in 1911. In 1975, the
County Seat was moved from Southport to Bolivia because Bolivia was closer to the center of the
County and could provide better service to the population.
The US Army Corps of Engineers dredged the US Intracoastal Waterway in the 1930s. Upon
completion of this, several "barrier islands" became attractive properties immediately after World
War II. Development began in earnest in the 1950s, with the boom beginning in the 1960s.
Ocean Isle Beach, Holden Beach, Sunset Beach, Long Beach, Yaupon Beach, and Caswell Beach
have all been incorporated since the 1950s, and are tremendous vacations attractions today. Bald
Head Island, incorporated in the 1980s, is also a vacation destination.
Further inland, other small towns sprang up. Exum came into being. Ash was home to Waccamaw
High School until_ all schools were consolidated in 1973. Longwood, Grissettown, and Thomasboro
came along in the southern part of the County, along with Calabash (home of world famous
seafood) and Hickman's Crossroads. Boiling Springs Lakes was started in the 1960s, and is a
favorite golfing community near Southport. On the northern end of the County, Maco, Bishop,
Belville, and Winnabow grew into towns. In the middle of the County remains the ever-present
Green Swamp, the largest swamp in North Carolina.
Brunswick County is located on the southeastern coast of North Carolina. It is bordered by New
Hanover, Columbus, Pender, and Horry (South Carolina) counties, and by the Atlantic Ocean. It
is one of the larger counties with an area of 856.51 square miles. It also boasts 47 miles of
coastline. The County was formed from sections of New Hanover and Bladen counties. Brunswick
County is named after the Town of Brunswick, which was located near present day Southport at
the mouth of the Cape Fear River. Brunswick town was named in honor of King George I, Duke
of Brunswick, and was established in 1745. It was made into a County in 1764. It was then and
still is for the most part a mainly rural County.
Brunswick County
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SECTION 3.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
REGIONAL SETTING
Brunswick County is located in extreme southeastern North Carolina. Map 1 depicts the county's
regional location. The County ranks 7 h in land area of the state's 100 counties and is composed
of a collection of rural and coastal communities. Brunswick County is situated between the rapidly
developing metropolitan areas of Wilmington, North Carolina and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and
is served by US Highways 17, 74/76, and 211. The County has excellent highway access.
Interstate 74 is a planned interstate from Rockingham, North Carolina to Brunswick County. In
addition, the County is served by the CSX Railroad. There are two airports located within the
County. The Brunswick County Airport is located in the southeastern portion of the County near
Southport, and the Ocean Isle Beach Airport is located just north of Ocean Isle Beach on the
mainland. Both airports have 4,000' x 75' runways. Commercial air carrier service is available at
both the Wilmington International Airport in Wilmington and the Myrtle Beach International Airport.
The County has excellent water access. The Cape Fear River, located on the north side of the
County, is maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers and has a mean low water depth of 42
feet from the Atlantic Ocean Bay to Wilmington. The Intracoastal Waterway is maintained at 12
feet mean low water depth by the US Army Corps of Engineers. The waterway serves barge traffic
and pleasure craft along a north/south route on the east side of the County. The waterway is a
major support to the economy of Brunswick County. Therefore, maintenance of a navigable depth
is crucial.
Brunswick County is known for its natural assets and attractions, including nearly 50 miles of
pristine shoreline along the county's five barrier islands.
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SECTION 4.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
CONCERNS AND ASPIRATIONS
I. KEY ISSUES
The following summarizes key issues confronting Brunswick County:
► Scattered and sprawling large lot subdivision activity.
► Unplanned commercial strip development.
► Sewage problems/sewage solutions.
► Concern with storm water runoff and drainage.
These issues were reviewed and supplemented at a public information meeting on December 5,
2005, attended by over 20 members of the public and Brunswick County officials. The following
provides a listing of the key issues identified, ranked in priority order:
1. Evacuation plan — response time (potential flood)
2. Inadequate roads
3. Stormwater with drainage/flooding
4. Protection of water quality (surficial water)
5. Proper funding for infrastructure
6. Maintenance of ICW
7. (Cumulative impacts) — Define purpose of water, sewer, schools, fire in Technical
Review Committee process — Review on regional level
8. Shoreline access
9. Inadequate emergency services (funding support)
10. Imposition of impact fees
11. - Clean drinking water in rural areas
12. Impact of Skyway Bridge
13. Impact of third nuclear plant in Brunswick County
14. Provide affordable housing
15. Establish vegetative line on oceanfront property
16. Transportation — senior citizens
In November, 2005, a total of 4,580 surveys were. randomly mailed to absentee property owners;
this was approximately 10% of the absentee property owners. The following summarizes the
survey distribution and responses, received:
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Mailed
Received
% Returned
Northwest
48
7
(14.6%)
Belville
66
16
(24.2%)
Carolina Shores
354
92
(26.0%)
St. James
372
122
(32.8%)
Boiling Spring Lakes
567
124
(21.9%)
County
3,173
842
(26.5%)
TOTAL
4,580
1,203
(26.3%)
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
The specific results of the surveys are summarized below. The itemized breakdown is included as
Appendix II.
BRUNSMCK COUNTY
KEY ISSUES
RANK
Sewage problems/sewage solutions .......................................
1
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment ........................
2
Responsible managed growth ............................................
3
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and future generations ..
4
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure .......................
5
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage ................ ..............
6
Unplanned commercial strip development ...................................
7
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity ..................................
8
Expand employment opportunities ........................................
9
Improve the availability of affordable housing ................................
10
BEL VILLE
KEY ISSUES
RANK
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and future generations
1
Sewage problems/sewage solutions ....... ......................... ...
2
Responsible managed growth ............................................
3
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage ...............................
4
Expand employment opportunities .......................................
5
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity .................................
6
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment .......................
7
Unplanned commercial strip development ..................................
8
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure ......................
9
Improve the availability of affordable housing ...............................
.10
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BOILING SPRING LAKES
KEY ISSUES RANK
Sawana nrnhlems/sewage solutions ..................................... 1
Responsible managed growth ..........................................
2
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and future generations
3
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment ......................
4
Unplanned commercial strip development ..................................
5
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity ................................
6
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage ..............................
7
Expand employment opportunities ......................................
8
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure .....................
9
Improve the availability of affordable housing ..............................
10
CAROLCNA SHORES
KEY ISSUES
RANK
Responsible managed growth ................... .....................
1
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and future generations
2
Sewage problems/sewage solutions .....................................
3
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment ......................
4
Unplanned commercial strip development .................................
5
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure .....................
6
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage ..............................
7
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity ................................
8
Expand employment opportunities ......................................
9
Improve the availability of affordable housing ..............................
10
NORTHWEST
KEY ISSUES
RANK
1
Sewage problems/sewage solutions .......................................
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and future generations
2
Expand employment opportunities .......................................
3
4
Responsible managed growth ...........................................
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage ...............................
5
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment .......................
6
housing
7
Improve the availability of affordable ...............................
development
8
Unplanned commercial strip ..................................
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure ........................
9
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity .................................
10
Brunswick County
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ST. JAMES
KEY ISSUES
RANK
Responsible managed growth ..........................................
1
Sewage problems/sewage solutions ..................... ..............
2
Unplanned commercial strip development .................................
3
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage ..............................
4
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment ......................
5
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and future generations
6
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure .....................
7
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity ................................
8
Expand employment opportunities ......................................
9
Improve the availability of affordable housing ..............................
10
There are similarities in the identification of the top ranked issues:
— Sewage problems/sewage solutions
- Managed growth
— Quality education
— Protection of natural environment
— Expended employment opportunities
H. BRUNSWICK COUNTY VISION STATEMENT
Brunswick County prepared a 1998 CAMA Land Use Plan which was certified by the North Carolina
Coastal Resources Commission on November 20, 1998. In addition, in 2003-2004, the County
prepared the Brunswick Tomorrow plan which presents a future vision for Brunswick County. The
following vision statement is.a combination of these two efforts.
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Brunswick County Vision Statement
Brunswick County shall seek to preserve and enhance its natural and
human resources The County will plan for and accommodate future
growth while simultaneously maintaining the quality of life for current
and future residents. Brunswick County will pursue accomplishment of
the following mission statements:
d• Set high standards for responsible, well managed growth, and
guide developmentpatterns through comprehensive planning and
community involvement.
• Develop a high degree of cooperation among County government
and municipal governments.and citizens
❖ Promote quality education and lifelong learning opportunities in
Brunswick County,
•0. Identify goals and propose strategies for the development of new
businesses and industries, agribusinesses, seafood products,
tourism, and recreational and retirement areas in all parts of the
County.
❖ Provide an infrastructure system thatmeets the presentand future
needs of its citizens, supports a vibrant economy, protects the
environment, and adds to the overall quality of life.
❖ Provide county -wide services that enhance the health, safety, and
quality of life for Brunswick County citizens
❖ Enable Brunswick County residents to meet their needs for food,
clean water, clothing, housing, employment, health care, and life
enrichment activities
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SECTION 5.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
ANALYSIS OF EXISTING AND EMERGING CONDITIONS
I. POPULATION, HOUSING, AND ECONOMY
A. Population
1. North Carolina's Fastest Growing Counties 2000-2005
Brunswick County ranked fourth in the state for total population growth (22.3%) between
2000 and 2005 and also ranked fourth in the state for net migration (21.6%) during the same
period. Net migration can be defined as new population moving into an area from other places.
This figure is a more accurate indicator of true population growth versus the population growth
estimate, which takes into account natural increase (births minus deaths). The location of
Brunswick County on the coast makes it a popular destination. Table 1 provides population
information for the ten fastest growing counties in North Carolina. Map 2 summarizes North
Carolina's population growth from 1990 to 2000. From 2000 to 2005, North Carolina's population
grew at a rate of 7.9% while Brunswick County grew at a rate of 22.3%
Table 1.
Fastest Growing Counties Population Change 2000-2005 by Percentage Growth and Net Migration
2000
2005
%
Natural
Net
% Net
County
Population
Estimates
Growth
Growth
Births
Deaths
Growth
Migration
Migration
Camden
6,885
9,008
2,123
30.8%
468
336
132
1,991
28.9%
Union
123,772
161,332
37,560
30.3%
12,492
4,692
7,800
29,760
24.0%
Currituck
18,190
22,984
4,794
26.4%
1,224
877
347
4,447
24.4%
Brunswick
73,141
89,463
16,322
22.3%
4,614
4,062
552
15,770
21.6%
Hoke
33,646
40,696
7,050
21.0%
3,639
1,324
2,315
4,735
14.1%
Wake
627,866
755,034
127,168
20.3%
58,508
18,064
40,444
86,724
13.8%
Johnston
121,900
146,312
24,412
20.0%
11,407
5,272
6,135
18,277
15.0%
Dare
29,967
34,790
4,823
16.1%
2,118
1,385
733
4,090
13.6%
Cabarrus
131,063
150,434
19,371
. 14.8%
11,688
6,168
5,520
13,851
10.6%
Franklin
47,260
54,106
6,846
14.5%
3,520
2,304
1,216
5,630
11.9%
North-
8,049,313
8,682,066
635,253
7.9%
625,184
378,926
246,258
388,995
4.8%
Carolina
NOTE: All county figures include any municipalities that fall within their jurisdiction.
Source: 2000 US Census.
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2. Brunswick County and Municipal Population Change 1980-2005
Table 2 provides population growth for Brunswick County and its municipalities from 1980
to 2005. The municipalities that participated in the development of this plan are highlighted in bold
print and delineated on Map 3. During this period, the total municipal population. increased by
291.3% while the county's unincorporated areas grew at a rate of 102.9%. Overall the county's
growth rate was 150.1%.
Table 2.
Brunswick County and Municipal Population Growth, 1980-2005
Total Population
% Change
2005
1980-
1990-
2000-
Overall
Municipality
1980
1990
2000
Estimate
1990
2000
2005
1980-2005
Bald Head Island*
0
78
173
229
0.0%
121.8%
32.4%
193.6%
Belville
102
66
363
445-
-35.30/a
450.0%
22.6%
336.3%
Boiling Spring Lakes
998
1,650
2,972
3,767
65.3%
80.1%
26.7%
277.5%
Bolivia
252
228
148.
159
-9.5%
-35.1%
7.4%
-36.9%
Calabash
128
179
711
1,380
39.8%
297.2%
94.1%
978.1%
Carolina Shores*
0
1,031
1,482
2,536
N/A
43.7%
71.1%
145.9%
Caswell Beach
110
175
370
461
59.1%
111.4%
24.6%
319.1%
Holden Beach
232
626
787
889
169.8%
25.7%
12.9%
283.2%
Leland*
0
1,801
1,938
5,189
0.0%
7.6%
167.8%
188.1%
Long Beach**
1,844
3,816
N/A
N/A
106.9%
N/A
N/A
N/A
Navassa
439
445
479
1,660
1.4%
7.6%
246.6%
278.1%
Northwest*
0
611
671
776
0.0%
9.80/0
15.6%
27.0%
Oak Island**
0
0
6,570
7,711
0.0%
0.0%
17.4%
17.4%
Ocean Isle Beach
143
523
426
481
265.7%
-18.5%
12.9%
236.4%
Sandy Creek*
0
243
246
275
0.0%
1.2%
11.8%
13.1%
Shallotte
680
1,073
1,381
1,768
57.8%
28.7%
28.0%
160.0%
Southport
2,824
2,369
2,351
2,677
-16.1%
-0.8%
13.9%
-5.2%
St. James***
0
0
804
1,873
0.0%
0.0%
132.9%
132.9%
Sunset Beach
304
311
1,824
2,211
2.3%
486.5%
21.2%
627.3%
Varnamtown*
328
404
481
546
23.2%
19.1%
13.5%
66.5%
Yaupon Beach**
569
734
N/A
N/A
29.0%
N/A
N/A
N/A
Total Municipalities
8,953
16,363
24,178
35,033
82.8%
47.3%
44.9%
291.3%
Total Unincorporated
Areas
26,824
34,622
48,963
54,436
29.1%
41.6%
11.2%
102.9%
Total County
35,777
50,985
73,141
89,469
42.5%
43.5%
' 22.3%
150.1%
*This municipality incorporated or reactivated between the 1980 and 1990 censuses. The overall percent change reflects
1990-2005, except for Varnamtown.
,**Long Beach and Yaupon
Beach merged to form
the Town of Oak Island in July, 1999.
The percentage change for the
Town of Oak Island represents 2000-2005.
***This municipality incorporated between the 1990 and 2000 censuses.
The overall
percent change reflects 2000-2005.
(See first paragraph on page 5-5.)
Source: US Census Bureau.
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It should be noted that the Town of Saint James paid for a special census to be completed
as a result of some annexations that occurred after the 2000 Census was taken. The special
census, dated June 10, 2004, reflects a census count of 1,831 persons. Municipalities may
challenge a census count within three years of when the census is taken in order to have the
population changed. The special census taken for Saint James was completed after that time
period, and therefore the official decennial census count was not changed. However, the state
demographer gave Saint James an updated census count of 1,814. This figure was based on the
town's boundaries, including the 2001 annexed areas. (This information was obtained from the
North Carolina State Data Center.)
In 2003, the municipalities of Belville, Boiling Springs Lakes, Carolina Shores, Northwest and
Saint James had a total estimated population of 8,291 or 27.7% of the county's municipal
population and 10.1% of the county's overall population. The largest municipalities in Brunswick
County include Oak Island, Leland, Boiling Spring Lakes, Southport, Sunset Beach, and Shallotte.
Since 1980 the fastest growing municipalities in the County have been Calabash and Sunset Beach,
with growth rates of 942.2% and 547.0% respectively.
3. Brunswick County Seasonal Population
Based on information provided by the Brunswick County Economic Development
Commission, the following provides estimated peak seasonal population by year for Brunswick
County:
Year Population
1990 153,000
1995 178,120
2000 190,480
Most of this peak seasonal population is attracted to the barrier island beach communities
and the county's numerous golf course developments. In 2000 the estimated peak seasonal
population was 2.6 times the county's total year-round population. Thus, the seasonal visitors in
2000 were approximately 117,339 visitors.
4. Brunswick County Day Visitors
It is difficult to estimate day visitor population for Brunswick County. However, it should
be recognized that day visitors place a strain on law enforcement personnel and the county's
transportation system. As an example of day visitor impact, the City of Southport estimated that
the four -day 2004 Fourth of July Festival attracted 45,000-50,000 visitors. However, it is
acknowledged that not all of those visitors came from outside of Brunswick County. Other festivals
and events that are conducted throughout the year also attract day visitors from outside of the
County.
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5. Brunswick County Population Profile
Table 3 summarizes the population change by race for Brunswick County since 1980. The
overall percentage of the white population in Brunswick County increased by almost six percent
(5.8%) between 1980 and 2000 while the non -white percentage decreased from 23.5% in 1980
to 17.7% in 2000. There is no stated comparison of Hispanic population from 1980 to 2000.
However, in 1980, `other" population groups comprised 0.4% of the county's total population. This
had declined to 0.2% by 1990. In 2000, those reporting Hispanic or Latin origin in the census
totaled 2.7 %. As in other areas of eastern North Carolina, the Hispanic or Latino population is
rapidly increasing.
Table 3.
Brunswick County Racial and Gender Composition, 1980-2000
Total
Percentage
1980 Population
White
27,368
76.5%
Black
8,261
23.1%
Other
148
0.4%
Total Population
35,777
100.0%
1990 Population
White
41,336
81.1%
Black
9,211
18.1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
81
0.2%
American Indian, Eskimo, Aleut
242
0.5%
Other
115
0.2%
Total Population
50,985
100.0%
2000 Population
White
60,200
82.3%
Black
10,516
14.4%
Asian
198
0.3%
American Indian and Alaska Native
494
0.7%
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
32
0.0%
Some Other Race
965
1.3%
Two or More Races
738
1.0%
Total Population
73,143
100.0%
Hispanic or Latino (of any race)*
Male
Female
1,960 2.7%
35,965 49.2%
37,178 50.8%
*In the 2000 Census, Hispanic was not considered a race; it was considered an ethnic origin. However, this is the number
of individuals who reported being of Hispanic origin.
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census.
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Historic population profile data is not available for the municipalities of Northwest, Carolina
Shores, and Saint James. However, in 2000, Northwest's population was 71.8% black or African
American, Carolina Shores' population was 99.3% white, and Saint James' population was 97.90/0
white.
In 1980, Boiling Spring Lakes' population was 2.4% black or African American and 97.6%
white. In 2000, the black or African American population had increased to 3.3% of the town's total
population.
In 1990, only two black or African Americans lived in Belville. By 2000, the black population
had increased to 41 or 14.4% of the town's total population. This was largely due to annexations
by the Town of Belville.
The change in the age composition of Brunswick County is provided in Table 4. Brunswick
County experienced a population increase in every age group, but the percentage of the population
under 35 decreased. The percentage for the 35 to 54 year age group increased slightly Brunswick
County's 65 and over population was 17.1%. It should be noted that Brunswick County's
population in 2000 was slightly older than that of the state. This is reflected in the municipalities
as well.
Table 4. -
Brunswick County Age Composition, 1990 and 2000
Brunswick
Age Groups
1990
Total
% of Total
2000
Total
% of
Total
0 to 14 years
9,880
19.4%
12,474
17.1%
15 to 34 years
13,982
27.4%
16,359
22.4%
35 to 54 years
13,251
26.0%
21,227
29.0%
55 to 64 years
6,411
12.6%
10,746
14.7%
65 to 74 years
5,244
10.3%
8,187
11.2%
75 and over
2,217
4.3%
4,150
5.7%
Total population
50,985
100.0%
73,143
100.0%
Median Age
37.2
42.2
N/A
Population:
School Age (5-18)
9,447
18.5%
11,891
16.3%
Working Age (16-64)
32,951
64.6%
46,968
64.2%
Elderly (65+)
7,461
14.6%
12,342
16.9%
North Carolina
1990
Total
% of Total
2000
Total
% of Total
1,336,076
20.20/6
1,653,429
20.6%
2,191,296
33.1%
2,330,854
28.7%
1,713,376
25.8%
2,372,270
29.7%
585,832
8.8%
723,712
9.0%
486,119
7.3% .
533,777
6.7%
315,938
4.8%
435,271
5.4%
6,628,637
100.0%
8,049,313
100.0%
33.2
35.3
1,255,958
18.9%
2,069,959
25.7%
4,401,173
66.4%
5,320,796.
66.1%
802,057
12.1%
969,822
12.0%
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: US Census.
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Table 5 provides a summary of the 2000 educational attainment information for Brunswick
County. The County's data summarizes the overall County educational attainment as well as that
for the municipalities. In 2000, Brunswick County compared favorably with the State of North
Carolina in educational achievement.. In fact, Brunswick County has 33.4% of its population with
high school degrees compared to 28.6% for the state. In addition, 5.2% of the county's population
had graduate/professional degrees compared to 2.5% for the state's population.
Table S.
Brunswick County Summary of Educational Attainment (population 25 years and over)
Brunswick County
Total % of Total
North Carolina
Total % of Total
Less than 9' grade
2,813
5.4%
413,495
7.8%
Ninth to twelfth grade, no diploma
8,098
15.5%
951,397
18.0%
High school graduate
17,482
33.4%
1,502,978
28.6%
Some college, no degree
11,821
22.6%
1,080,504
20.7%
Associate degree
3,417
6.7%
358,075
6.9%
Bachelor's degree
5,774
11.2%
808,070
15.5%
Graduate/Professional degree
2,676
5.2%
124,849
2.5%
Total population 25 years and over
52,605
100.0%
5,282,994
100.0%
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities
Source: 2000 US Census.
6. Population Summary
► Brunswick County ranked fourth in the state for total population growth (11.9%)
between 2000 and 2003 and also ranked fourth in the state for net migration
(11.3%) during the same period.
► In 2003, the municipalities of Belville, Boiling Springs Lakes, Carolina Shores,
Northwest and Saint James had a total estimated population of 8,291 or 27.7% of
the county's municipal population and 10.1% of the county's overall population.
► The overall percentage of the white population in Brunswick County increased by
almost six percent (5.8%) between 1980 and 2000 while the non -white percentage
decreased from 23.5% in 1980 to 17.7% in 2000.
► Brunswick County experienced a population increase in every age group, but the
percentage of the population under 35 decreased.
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► 33.4% of Brunswick County's population had high school degrees compared to
28.6% for the state. In addition, 5.2% of the county's population had
graduate/professional degrees compared to 2.5% for the state's population.
B, Housing
1. Brunswick County Housing Occupancy and Tenure
Table 6 provides the Brunswick County housing occupancy and tenure from 1990 to 2000.
The total number of housing units increased from 37,114 in 1990 to 51,431 in 2000, an increase
of 38.5%. It is surprising that the percentage of owner -occupied units in Brunswick County
increased from 81.5% in 1990 to 82.2% in 2000.
Table 6.
Brunswick County Housing Occupancy and Tenure, 1990-2000
Total Housing Units
Vacant
For Rent
For Sale Only
Rented or Sold, not
occupied*
For Seasonal, Recreational or
Occasional use
For Migrant Workers
Other Vacant
Occupied
Owner -occupied
Renter -Occupied
Brunswick County 1990
Brunswick County 2000
North Carolina 2000
% of Total
% of Total
% of Total
Total Units
Total Units
Total Units
37,114
51,431
3,523,944
17,045
45.9%
20,993
40.8%
391,931
11.1%
1,842
10.8%
2,108
10.0%
93,913
24.0%
765
4.5%
1,021
4.9%
52,080
13.3%
N/A
N/A
529
2.5%
32,792
8.4%
12,737
74.7%
16,376
78.0%
147,087
37.5%
N/A
N/A
34
0.2%
2,137
0.5%
1,701
10.0%
925'
4.4%
63,922
16.3%
20,069
54.1%
30,438
59.2%
3,132,013
88.9%
16,358
81.5%
25,020
82.2%
2,172,270
69.4%
3,711
18.5%
5,418
17.8%
959,743
30.6%
NOTE: These figures represent all housing units within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 U.S. Census.
The County's seasonal and recreational housing increased from 12,737 in 1990 to 16,376
in 2000. The County's seasonal housing comprised 78.0% of the total housing inventory in 2000.
By comparison, the state's seasonal housing was 37.5% of the total housing inventory. Of the
16,736 seasonal housing units within the County, 53.1% of them fall within one of the following
beach towns: Bald Head Island, Caswell Beach, Holden Beach, Oak Island, Ocean Isle Beach, and
Sunset Beach. This still leaves the rest of the county with a seasonal housing percentage of
46.9%, which is almost 10 percentage points higher than the state's seasonal housing percentage.
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The municipalities of Belville, Northwest, Boiling Spring Lakes, Saint James, and Carolina
Shores do not have the same seasonal housing inventory as Brunswick County. Table 7 provides
a summary of the 2000 housing occupancy for each municipality.
Table 7.
Brunswick County, Municipal Housing Occupancy
Total Housing
Units
Belville
176
Boiling Spring Lakes
1,409
Carolina Shores
838
Northwest
293
Saint James
618
Source: 2000 US Census.
Seasonal/
Occupied
%
Vacant
%
Recreation
%
137
76.1%
39
23.9%
0
0%
1,208
85.7%
201
14.3%
99
7.0%
766
91.4%
72
8.6%
44
5.3%
260
88.7%
33
11.3%
2
0.7%
385
62.3%
233
37.7%
61
9.9%
2. Brunswick County Housing Characteristics Relative to Selected Counties
The following data was included in the 1998 Brunswick County Land Use Plan and was
updated through the 2000 U.S. Census. Table 8 compares housing units in Brunswick County with
housing units in several counties selected from the northern, central, and southern parts of coastal
North Carolina. As indicated, Brunswick County has a higher than average percentage of its
housing units in the form of mobile homes.
Table 8.
Housing Characteristics, 2000
Brunswick County Compared to Other Selected Counties
% of Total
% of Total
% of Total
Total Housing
Housing Tied to
Housing in
Housing in
Units, 1990
Public Sewers
Substandard Units
Mobile Homes
Beaufort County
22,139
29%
5%
27.5%
Brunswick County
51,431
17%
2%
36.0%
Dare County
26,671
19%
1%
8.1%
New Hanover County
79,616
71%
2%
6.1%
Onslow County
55,726
56%
4%
24.4%
NOTES: (1) Brunswick County ranks 76 out of 100 North Carolina counties in terms of housing cost for homeowners with
a mortgage; (2) These figures represent all housing units within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census.
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Graph 1.
Percent of Total Housing Tied to Public Sewers, 2000
Brunswick County Compared to Selected Coastal Counties
Beaufort County Brunswick County Dare County New Hanover County Onslow County
Graph 2.
Percent of Total Housing In Manufactured Homes, 2000
Brunswick County Compared to Selected Coastal Counties
40.00%
35.00%
30.00%
25.00%
20.00%
15.00%
10.00%
5.00%
0.00%
Beaufort County
Brunswick County Dare County New Hanover County Onslow County
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3. Brunswick County Age of Housing
Because of the rapid growth in Brunswick County, 85.3% of the housing inventory has been
constructed since 1970. In addition, the median year of the dwelling units constructed was 1986.
By comparison, 64.6% of North Carolina's housing inventory has been constructed since 1970. It
is anticipated that the overall age (percent 30 years old or older) of the County's housing inventory
will continue to decline.
Table 9.
Brunswick County and North Carolina, Year Structure Built
Brunswick County
North Carolina
Year
# of Structures
% of Total
# of Structures
% of Total
1999 to March 2000
3,281
6.4%
112,902
3.5%
1995 to 1998
8,797
17.1%
391,032
12.5%
1990 to 1994
7,224
14.0%
336,741
10.8%
i980 to 1989
15,782
30.7%
610,391
19.5%
1970 to 1979
8,784
17.1%
572,335
18.3%
1960 to 1969
3,923
7.6%
400,740
12.8%
1950 to 1959
1,759
3.4%
309,887
9.9%
1940 to 1949
948
1.8%
172,723
5.5%
1939 or Earlier
933
1.8%
225,258
7.2%
Total Structures
51,431
100.0%
3,132,009
100.0%
Median Year Structure Built: 1986
NOTE: These figures represent all structures within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census. .
4. Brunswick County Occupancy Data
Table 10 provides a summary of the year in which householders moved into their dwelling
unit. Based on this data, 51.1% of the Brunswick County population has moved into their dwelling
units since 1995. This is further evidence of the rapid growth that is occurring within the County.
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Table 10.
Brunswick County, Year Householder Moved Into Unit
Year
Total
% of Total
Total Occupied Units
30,438
100.0%
1999 to March 2000
6,062
19.9%
1995 to 1998
9,500
31.2%
1990 to 1994
5,322
17.5%
1980 to 1989
5,435
17.9%
1970 to 1979,
2,332
7.7%
Before 1970
1,787
5.9%
Median Year Householder Moved
into Unit:
1995
NOTE: These figures represent all structures within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census.
5. Brunswick County Housing Needs
Based on the 2000 U.S. Census, there were 51,431 housing units in Brunswick, of which
30,438 were occupied and not for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use. Approximately 1,881
of these units were constructed prior to 1950. Today there are an estimated 1,029 substandard
houses spread throughout the County. Over 83% of the County's houses do not have access to
public sewer facilities and 0.6% lack complete plumbing facilities. The County's housing needs
reflect the disparity of its population growth and economy. These needs are concentrated primarily
in and surrounding several low- and moderate -income deteriorated areas: Ash, Supply, Leland,
Varnamtown, Shallotte, Bolivia, and Southport. Concentrations of substandard septic tanks and
individual wells, combined with a high water table in most of these areas, cause serious hazards
to health and to sanitation. In addition, all of these areas include concentrations of dilapidated
dwellings, many of which are vacant. These dilapidated dwellings pose fire and safety hazards to
area residents, particularly considering the lack of fire protection in many of these areas.
Rapid population growth between 1990 and 2000 occurred, due to the County's beaches
and proximity to the Wilmington, NC MSA and Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and has resulted in
governmental and financial institution services being stressed to meet new housing needs at the
expense of low- and moderate -income homeowners. The County's 2002 unemployment rate was
6.7%, which was lower than the region's unemployment rate of 7.0%. The lack of economic
opportunity contributes to the further deterioration of housing for low income residents.
The primary housing need of the low- and moderate -income populace of Brunswick County
is that existing single-family units affordable to low- and moderate -income households are often
substandard and not effectively maintained by the owner -occupant or investor -owner. Many of
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these families have a female head of household, and the substantial repairs required to bring these
houses up to standard living conditions are beyond the skill and financial ability of homeowners.
According to the 2000 U.S. Census, the 1999 per capita income in Brunswick County was $19,857
compared to $20,307 for the state as a whole. Surveys of residents in past CDBG project areas
have demonstrated that over 80% of households who occupy substandard housing in the County
are low- and moderate -income. Traditional lending institutions are directing their resources to
meet accelerated residential and resort development needs. There is a need to provide technical
and financial assistance to low- and moderate -income residents to rehabilitate existing housing,
when feasible, purchase standard/affordable homes, and generally expand accessibility to safe,
standard, and affordable housing. Without rehabilitation assistance, the condition of these homes
and neighborhoods will continue to deteriorate, hampering growth and the provision of safe and
sanitary living conditions.
Approximately 0.6% of housing within the County does not have complete plumbing
facilities. High groundwater tables, soil types, and improperly operating septic systems are a
health and safety concern for homes throughout the County. This concern is especially true for
many homes occupied by low- and moderate -income residents that occur in "clusters" often in
close proximity to wells used for potable water. There is a need to extend water to rural
communities throughout the County to eliminate the potential use of unsafe drinking water (wells
near septic tanks) as well as improve fire protection.
6. Brunswick County Housing Summary
► Based on the 2000 U.S. Census, Brunswick County has a total of 51,431 dwelling
units, an increase of 38.5% since 1990.
P. The County's seasonal housing increased from 12,737 in 1990 to 16,376 in 2000.
► The municipalities of Belville, Boiling Spring Lakes, Carolina Shores, Northwest, and
Saint James are primarily occupied by year-round residents.
► Compared to other selected North Carolina coastal counties, Brunswick County has
a higher percentage of mobile homes in its housing inventory and a relatively lower
percentage of dwelling units connected to public sewer.
► Brunswick County's housing inventory is very young, with 85.3% of the housing
inventory constructed since 1970.
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C. Employment and Economy
1. Introduction/Overview of General Economic Indicators
Based on second quarter 2004 data, Brunswick County does not compare favorably with
many of North Carolina's 100 counties in terms of workforce/education and income/housing and
poverty. The County ranged 66 in unemployed, a decline from 63 in 2003. The County ranked
46 in per capita personal income. However, this was a significant improvement from 1990 when
the County ranked 62 in per capita income. Tables 11 and 12 provide a summary of significant
economic data.
Table 11.
Workforce and Education
Brunswick County Rank
Brunswick
County
Workforce & Education
County
Rank
Employment, July 2004
36,608
30
Unemployed, July 2004
1,733
43
Percent Unemployed, July 2004
4.5
66
Percent Unemployed, 2003
6.1
63
Percent Unemployed, NC, July 2004
5.4
Percent Unemployed, NC, 2003
6.5
Percent High School Graduates, 2000
78.3
24
Percent High School Graduates, NC, 2000
78.1
Average SAT Score, 2003
998
36
Average SAT Score, NC, 2003
1,001
Percent Bachelor's Degree or Higher, 2003
16.1
33
Percent Bachelor's Degree or Higher, NC,.2003
22.5
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: US Census and NC Employment Security Commission.
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Table 12.
Income, Housing, and Poverty - Brunswick County Rank
Income, Housing, and Poverty
Brunswick
County
County
Rank
Average Weekly Wage per Employee, 4Q2003
$566
34
Median Household Income, 2000
$35,888
42
Per Capita Personal Income, 1990
$14,090
62
Per Capita Personal Income, 2002
$23,908
46
Per Capita Personal Income, NC, 2002
$27,785
Median Value of Owner -Occupied Housing Units, 2000
$95,078
25
Median Value of Owner -Occupied Housing Units, NC, 2000
$108,300
Percent in Poverty, 2000
12.6
62
Percent in Poverty, NC, 2000
12.3
NOTE: These figures represent all of Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: US Census and NC Employment Security Commission.
2. Household Income
Based on the 2000 U.S. Census, Brunswick County compared favorably with the entire state
of North Carolina. In fact, Brunswick County's median income of $42,037 exceeded the state's
median income of $39,184. All income ranges are very close to those of the state. This is a
significant improvement from the 1990 U.S. Census when Brunswick County's median income was
$29,668, while the state's was $33,242. Table 13 provides a summary of the Brunswick County
and North Carolina household income.
Table 13.
Household Income
Brunswick County and North Carolina
Less than $10,000
$10,000 to $14,999
$15,000 to $24,999
$25,000 to $34,999
$35,000 to $49,999
$50,000 to $74,999
$75,000 to $99,999
$100,00 to $i.49,999
Household Income, 1999
Brunswick County
% of Total
North Carolina
% of Total
3,141
10.3%
328,770
10.5%
2,336
7.7%
201,123
6.4%
4,724
15.5%
431,701
13.8%
4,644
15.2%
435,975
13.9%
5,476
18.0%
553,041
17.7%
5,667
18.6%
608,777
19.4%
2,250
7.4%
279,020
8.9%
1,406
4.6%
188,621
6.0%
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Table 13 (continued)
Household Income, 1999
Brunswick County
% of Total
North Carolina
% of Total
$150,000 to $199,999
365
1.2%
50,650
1.6%
$200,000 or more
455
1.5%
55,604
1.8%
Total Families
30,455
100.0%
3,133,282
100.0%
Median Income
$42,037
$39,184
NOTE: These figures represent all of Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census.
3. Employment by Industry
Table 14 provides a summary of employment by industry. The largest employment sector
is construction at 16.6% of the employed workforce. This reflects the tremendous growth that is
occurring in Brunswick County. The second largest employment category is retail trade, which is
the result of the County's large tourism industry.
Table 14.
Employment by Industry
Brunswick County
Industry
# Employed
% Employed
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting, and Mining
422
1.3%
Construction
5,375
16.6%
Manufacturing
2,660
8.2%
Wholesale Trade
799
2.5%
Retail Trade
4,301
13.3%
Transportation, Warehousing, and Utilities
2,027
6.3%
Information
451
1.4%
Finance, Insurance, Real Estate, and Rental/Leasing
1,930
6.0%
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census.
A further analysis is provided in Table 15. The top six employment categories in Brunswick
County include elementary and secondary schools, electric services, public.golf courses, synthetic
organic fibers, eating places, and grocery stores. The employment totals are summarized in
Table 15. Golf course employment and eating place employment are significant indicators of
Brunswick County's attraction as a recreation/tourism area.
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Table 15.
Employment Categories — Brunswick County
Category
# Employed
Elementary and Secondary Schools
2,258
.Electric Services
1,237
Public Golf Courses
1,041
Synthetic Organic Fibers
900
Eating Places
963
Grocery Stores
670
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: NC Manufacturers Directory.
It should be noted that the agriculture, forestry, fishing, and mining employment data that
has been provided is somewhat misleading because the figures reflect insured employment and
do not include many seasonal migratory workers. Although the exact number of individuals
employed in these industries in unknown, this sector of industry only employs a small number of
individuals within Brunswick County. Beyond these figures, there is no quantitative method to
track seasonal employment. Although farming is not a large employer within the County, it is a
significant contributor to the County's economy. Table 16 provides a summary of agricultural
revenue data for Brunswick County.
Table 16.
Agricultural Revenue Data,.1998
Brunswick County and North Carolina
Cash Receipts from Agriculture, 1998
Category
County
State
% of County
% of State
Per Capita
Per Capita
Total
Total
Crops, Total
$193
$430
55.0%
44.5%
Tobacco
$74
$132
21.0%
13.7%
Other Crops
$119
$298
34.0%
30.9%
Livestock, Dairy, Poultry
$155
$519
44.0%
53.7%
Government Payments
$3
$17
1.0%
1.8%
Total Farm Income
$351
$966
100.0%
100.0%
NOTE: These figures represent all of Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: NC Department of Commerce, 2000 County Scan.
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4. Earnings by Industry
Based on second quarter 2004 data, the largest producers of income in Brunswick County
were retail trade, construction, and accommodation/food services. These three accounted for
35.9% of the County's employment and approximately $3,261,052 in average weekly wages.
However, finance and insurance produced the highest average weekly wage of $840. The
Brunswick County and North Carolina earnings by sector data are summarized in Table 17.
Table 17.
Employment and Wages by Sector (4Q2003)
Brunswick County and North Carolina
Average
%
Average
Average
%
Average
Sector
Employment
Total
Weekly Wage
Employment
Total
Weekly Wage
Total All Industries
22,899
100.0%
$566
3,761,541
100.0%
$679
Total Government
4,285
18.7%
$709
649,907
17.3%
$753
Total Private Industry
18,614
81.3%
$547
3,111,634
82.7%
$677
Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing, and
156
0.7%
$412
30,446
0.8%
$496
Hunting
Mining
N/A
N/A
N/A
3,956
0.1%
$1,031
Utilities
N/A
N/A
N/A
14,892
0.4%
$1,136
Construction
2,430
10.6%
$558
214,248
5.7%
$693
Manufacturing
1,450
6.3%
$697
586,985
15.6%
$801
Wholesale Trade
379
1.7%
$633
163,875
4.4%
$960
Retail Trade
3,428
15.0%
$413
450,021
12.0%
$439
Transportation and Warehousing
765
3.3%
$755
133,589
3.6%
$732
Information
289
1.3%
$796
76,176
2.0%
$928
Finance and Insurance
446
1.9%
$840
139,874
3.7%
$1,049
Real Estate and Rental & Leasing
990
4.3%
$650
47,173
1.3%
$638
Professional and Technical Services
835
3.6%
$709
148,766
4.0%
$1,095
Management of Companies and
21
0.1%
$561
60,925
1.6%
$1,332
Enterprises
Administrative and Waste Services
747
3.3%
$426
216,759
5.8%
$460
Educational Services
2,220
9.7%
$616
348,638
9.3%
$655
Health Care and Social Assistance
2,111
9.2%
$594
459,599
12.2%
$716
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation
1,175
5.1%
$296
48,301
1.3%
$558
Accommodation and Food Services
2,364
10.3%
$207
296,012
7.9%
$241
Other Services excl. Public Admin.
377,
1.6%
$377
97,123
2.6%
$453
Public Administration
1,617
7.1%
$699
216,304
5.8%
$692
Unclassified
103
0.4%
$539
7,859
0.2%
$635
NOTE: These figures represent all of Brunswick. County, including all municipalities.
Source: US Census and NC Employment Security Commission.
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5. Employment Commuting Patterns
The 2000 mean travel time to work for. Brunswick County residents was 24.6 minutes.
Forty-five percent (45.4%) of the total population traveled less than 20 minutes to their place of
employment. Many eastern North Carolina counties have mean travel times in excess of 30
minutes. The limited travel time for Brunswick County is the result of in -County employment
opportunities and the Wilmington Metropolitan area. Table 18 provides a summary of travel time
to work.
Table 18.
Travel Time to Work — Brunswick County
Total
% of
Travel Time to Work
Employed
Total
Total Workers 16 Years and Over
31,962
Did Not Work At Home
30,870
Travel Time:
Less than 5 Minutes
1,023
3.3%
5 to 9 Minutes
3,136
10.2%
10 to 14 Minutes
4,693
15.2%
15 to 19 Minutes
5,156
16.7%
20 to 24 Minutes
4,867
15.8%
25 to 29 Minutes
1,803
5.8%
30 to 34 Minutes
4,714
15.3%
35 to 39 Minutes
617
2.0%
40 to 44 Minutes
836
2.7%
45 to 59 Minutes
2,245
7.3%
60 to 89 Minutes
1,095
3.5%
90 Minutes or More
685
2.2%
Mean Travel Time to Work
24.6 Minutes
Worked at Home
1,092
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: 2000 US Census.
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6. Tourism
Travel and tourism are major contributors to Brunswick County's economy. In 1999, the
County was in the top 10 state counties for travel spending, travel wages, travel employment, and
seasonal dwelling units. Table 19 provides a summary of the impact of the travel industry on
Brunswick County.
Table 19.
Travel and Tourism, 1999 - Brunswick County
Indicator Year Total Per Capita County Score*
Travel Spending 1999 $238,010,000 $3,421 91
Travel Wages 1999 $55,130,000 $792 91
Travel Employment 1999 4,100 58.9 (per thousand people) 92
Seasonal Dwelling Units 1990 12,737 249.8 (per thousand people) 99
*CountyScore: compares per capita spending, wages, and perthousand employment and dwellings among counties from
1 (lowest) to 100 (highest).
NOTE: These figures represent all people living within Brunswick County, including all municipalities.
Source: NC Department of Commerce 2000 County and Regional Scans.
7. Employment and Economic Summary
► While the County trails many other North Carolina counties in economic conditions,
the economic indicators greatly improved from 1990 to 2000.
► In 2000, the County's median income exceeded that of the state by $21853.
► The construction industry is the largest employer -in Brunswick County.
► Based on second quarter 2004 data, the largest producers of income in Brunswick
County were retail trade, construction, and accommodation/food services.
► Agriculture continues to be a significant contributor to the Brunswick County
economy.
► Because of in -County employment opportunities, Brunswick County residents have
a low mean travel time to work.
► Tourism is a major contributor to the Brunswick County economy.
► Brunswick County has a rapidly expanding industrial base.
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8. Population Projections
a. Permanent Population
The population projections through 2025 for the entire County and the participating
municipalities are provided in Table 20. The reader is cautioned that because of potential
municipal (be it from a participating or non -participating municipality) annexation actions, it is
extremely difficult to forecast municipal population growth. The County has stationary
geographic/political boundaries. Because of annexations, this is not true for the municipalities.
Table 20.
Brunswick County Population Projections, 2000-2025
Location
2005
2010
2015
2020
2025
Overall % Change
Belville
445
556
723
940
1,222
+175.0%
Boiling Spring Lakes
3,767
4,332
4,982
5,729
6,588
+74.8%
Carolina Shores
2,536
2,916
3,353
3,856
4,434
+74.8%
Northwest
776
854
939
1,033
1,136
+46.0%
St. James
1,873
2,341
2,926
3,658
4,573
+144.0%
Brunswick County
89,469
102,799
115,517
127,265
139,212
+55.6%
Source: NC Office of State Planning and Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
A Seasonal Population
It is assumed that the County's peak seasonal population will continue to increase
at the same rate of growth as it has during the decade of the 1990s. This was an average annual
increase of 2.44%. Based on that rate of growth, the following provides peak seasonal population
forecasts through 2020:
Table 21.
Seasonal Population Forecasts — Brunswick County
Year Population
2005
218,639
2010
248,734
2015
276,774
2020
302,618
2025
328,341
NOTE: These figures include the total seasonal population within the County, including all municipalities.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
It is expected that the county's peak seasonal population will significantly increase
by 2025.
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II. NATURAL SYSTEMS ANALYSIS
A. Mapping and Analysis of Natural Features
1. Climate
Brunswick County is hot and humid in summer, but the coast is frequently cooled by sea
breezes. Winter is cool with occasional brief cold spells. Rain falls throughout the year and is fairly
heavy. Annual precipitation is adequate for all crops. Every few years a hurricane crosses the
area.
In winter, the average temperature is 47 degrees F, and the average daily minimum
temperature is 37 degrees. The lowest temperature on record, which occurred at Southport on
January 18, 1977, is 9 degrees. In summer, the average temperature is 78 degrees F, and the
average daily maximum temperature is 86 degrees. The highest recorded temperature, which
occurred on June 26, 1952, is 103 degrees.
Of the total annual precipitation, 32 inches, or 60%, usually falls in April through
September. The growing season for most crops falls within this period. In two years out of 10,
the rainfall in April through September is less than 25 inches. The heaviest one -day rainfall during
the period of record was 9.24 inches at Southport on September 29, 1957. Thunderstorms occur
on about 45 days each year, and most occur in summer.
Snowfall is rare. The average seasonal snowfall is less than one inch. However, snow in
excess of one inch that lasts more than a day does occasionally occur. The greatest snow depth
at any time during the period of record was 9 inches.
The average relative humidity in midafternoon is about 60%. Humidity is higher at night,
and the average at dawn is about 85%. The sun shines 65% of the time possible in summer and
60% in winter. The prevailing wind is from the south-southwest. Average wind speed is highest,
11 miles per hour, late in winter and early in spring.
2. Physiography, Relief, and Drainage
Brunswick County is in the lower Coastal Plain and ranges in elevation from 75 feet to sea
level. All of the soils in the County are formed by coastal plain sediment or by sediment deposited
by streams flowing through the County. Most of the County is nearly level with short slopes along
the main drainageways. The main streams are wide and shallow, and those near the ocean are
affected by tides. A short distance inland, the streams become narrow with broad interstream
areas.
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The County has three geomorphic surfaces: the Wicomico, Talbot, and Pamlico surfaces.
The Wicomico surface covers about one-third of the County. It ranges from 75 to 45 feet above
sea level. The Talbot surface covers more than one-half of the County. It ranges from 45 to 25
feet in elevation. The Pamlico surface covers a narrow strip of mainland near the ocean and Cape
Fear River and also covers the floodplain of the Waccamaw River. It ranges from 25 feet to sea
level.
The Green Swamp is a roughly circular area of about 175,000 acres in the north central part
of the County. The east side is drained by the Cape Fear River, the west side by the Waccamaw
River, and the south side drains to the Atlantic Ocean. It has the widest undissected interstream
area in the County and the largest area of muck soils. This very poorly drained interstream area
has an accumulated organic surface layer of variable thickness. The accumulations are thickest
where they have filled in the Carolina bays and in drainageways. The accumulated organic matter
blankets the landscape and has obliterated the landscape features outlining Carolina bays and the
upper part of many drainageways.
The Cape Fear River is on the east side of the County. Within this drainage area are
numerous irregularly -shaped ponds and lakes created by the dissolution and removal of underlying
limestone. These lakes and ponds are particularly common near Boiling Spring Lakes. Much of the
southeastern part of this area is undulating sand, and the rest is smooth or has convex slopes near
drainageways.
The Waccamaw River drainage area is on the west and northwest sides of the County. It
is dissected by shallow tributary streams and has broad interstream areas of poorly drained to
moderately well drained soils. Coastal, creeks drain the south side of the County. Numerous
Carolina bays and low parallel sand ridges are in this area. A few of the bays have a thick organic
surface layer.
A sinkhole is a naturally occurring, roughly circular depression in the land surface, formed
most commonly in areas of limestone bedrock. Limestone is a type of rock composed entirely of
the highly reactive mineral calcite (CaCO3), which readily dissolves in the presence of slightly acidic
groundwater. In areas of humid climate, rain water percolates downward through the soil cover
into openings in the limestone bedrock, gradually dissolving the rock matrix. Void spaces in the
subsurface will eventually form, ranging from microscopic to cavern size.
In most areas of Brunswick County, the limestone bedrock is not directly exposed at the
surface, but is covered by a variable thickness of sand, silt, and clay. This overburden may bridge
subsurface cavities for long periods of time. Eventually a catastrophic collapse of the overburden
into the subsurface cavity may occur, and a sinkhole is formed. This type of sinkhole is known as
a cover collapse sinkhole. There are a substantial number of sinkholes located within Brunswick
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County. A majority of these are located in the southeastern portion of the County east of Boiling
Spring Lakes.
3. Water Supply
Groundwater from the surficial deposits is of good quality but may have a high iron content.
The surficial deposits are a valuable aquifer and furnish water for many rural residences.
Generally, this aquifer is 10 to 30 feet thick, and 40 feet thick in some places south of U.S. Highway
17.
Below the surficial deposits is a limestone aquifer. It consists of phosphatic limestone with
layers of sand, silt, and sandy marl. The limestone aquifer is an important source of water. It is
underlain by sedimentary deposits that contain brackish water.
4. Flood Hazard Areas
Based on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMS) for Brunswick county, approximately 42%
of the County in located in a flood hazard area. The State of North Carolina, as part of the state's
flood mapping program, completed updated Flood Insurance Rate Maps for the Cape Fear and
Lumber River Basins: The locations of flood zone areas within the County are shown on Map 4.
Forty-two and one half percent (42.5%) of the County's flood hazard area falls within an A flood
zone, approximately 39% of the flood hazard area falls within an AE zone, 2.4% falls within the
AEFW zone,13.1% falls within the VE zone, and 3% falls within the Shaded X zone. The floodplain
designations listed above are defined as follows:
Zone A: Zone A is the flood insurance rate zone that corresponds to the 1-percent
annual chance floodplains that are determined in the Flood Insurance Study by
approximate methods of analysis. Because detailed hydraulic analyses are not
performed for such areas, no Base Flood Elevations or depths are. shown within this
zone. Mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements apply.
Zone AE: Zone AE is the flood insurance rate zone that corresponds to the
1-percent annual chance floodplains that are determined in the Flood Insurance
Study by detailed methods of analysis. In most instances, Base Flood Elevations
derived from the detailed hydraulic analyses are shown at selected intervals within
this zone. Mandatory flood insurance purchase requirements apply.
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Zone AEFW - Floodway: The floodway is the channel of a stream, plus any
adjacent floodplain areas, that must be kept free from encroachment so that the
1% annual chance flood can be carried without substantial increases in flood
heights. Minimum Federal standards limit such increases to 1.0 foot; however,
communities can develop more stringent standards. Regulatory floodways are
depicted on a Flood Insurance Rate Map and are presented to communities as a
minimum standard that must be adopted.
Zone VE: Zone VE is the flood insurance rate zone that corresponds to areas within
the 1-percent annual chance coastal floodplain that have additional hazards
associated with storm waves. Base flood elevations derived from the detailed
hydraulic analyses are shown at selected intervals within the zone. Mandatory flood
insurance purchase requirements apply.
Zone Shaded X: Zone Shaded X is the flood insurance zone that corresponds to
areas outside the 1-percent annual chance floodplain, areas of 1-percent annual
chance sheet flow flooding where average depths are less than 1 foot, areas of 1-
percent annual chance stream flooding where the contributing drainage area is less
than 1 square mile, or areas protected from the 1-percent annual chance flood by
levees. No Base Flood Elevations or depths are shown within this zone. Insurance
purchase is not required in this zone.
Acreage figures for portions of Brunswick County that fall within a FEMA-designated flood
zone are provided in the following table.
Table 22.
Brunswick County Flood Hazard Areas
Brunswick County
(Total Acres 231,622)
Acres % of total
Lumber River Basin*
(Total Acres 140,981)
Acres % of total
Cape Fear River Basin*
(Total Acres 90,640)
Acres % of total
A
98,347
42.5%
71,126
50.5%
27,221
30.0%
AE
90,288
39.0%
52,347
37.1%
37,941
41.9%
AEFW
5,538
2.4%
3,852
2.7%
1,686
1.9%
VE
30,414
13.1%
10,611
7.5%
19,803
21.8%
Shaded X
7,035
3.0%
3,045
2.2%
3,989
4.4%
Total
231,622
100.0%
140,981
100.0%
90,640
100.0%
*These figures only refer to the portions of Brunswick County that fall within each of these river basins.
Note: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas within the County boundaries.
Source: FEMA and Holland Consulting Planners, Inc. (April, 2007)
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Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
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The greatest storm surge impact will occur from hurricanes. Map 5 shows the general areas
of Brunswick County that may be affected by hurricane -generated storm surge.
While a considerable amount of Brunswick County lies within the floodplain, the greatest
threat is flooding resulting from storm surge and local ponding of water. Approximately nine
percent (9%) of the County, would be inundated during a Category One and Category Two
hurricane. Twelve percent (12%) of the County would be inundated during a Category Three
hurricane and eighteen percent (18.4%) inundated during a Category Four and Category Five
hurricane. The storm surge acreage/coverage data is summarized in Table 23.
Table 23.
Brunswick County Storm Surge Hurricane Inundation
Acres % of Total
Category 1 & 2 51,947.18. 9.06%
Category 3 68,290.97 11.90%
Category 4 & 5 105,546.50 18.40%
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County.
Source: US Army Corps of Engineers.
The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale is a rating system based on hurricane intensity. Within
each category is a description of wind speed, storm surge, and estimated damages. Examples of
each category are noted.
Category One Hurricane: Winds 74-95 mph. Storm surge generally 4-5 feet above normal.
No significant damage to permanent structures. Damage limited to unanchored mobile homes,
shrubbery, and trees. Some damage to poorly constructed areas. Limited coastal road flooding
and minor pier damage may occur. Hurricanes Allison and Noel of 1995 were Category One
hurricanes at peak intensity.
Category Two Hurricane, Winds 96-110 mph. Storm surge generally 6-8 feet above normal.
Some roofing material, door, and window damage to buildings. Considerable damage to shrubbery
and trees. Some trees blown down. Considerable damage to mobile homes, poorly constructed
signs, and piers. Coastal and low-lying escape routes flood 2-4 hours before the arrival of the
hurricane center. Small craft in unprotected anchorages break moorings. Hurricane Bertha of 1996
was a Category Two hurricane when it hit the North Carolina coast.
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MAP 5
Columbus County
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Hurricane Inundation
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SLOSH -Hurricane Inundation
Category 1 and 2
Category 3
Category 4 and 5
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Category Three Hurricane: Winds 111-130 mph. Storm surge generally 9-12 feet above
normal. Some structural damage to small residences and utility buildings with a minor amount of
curtainwall failures. Foliage blown off trees. Large trees blown down. Mobile homes and poorly
constructed signs are destroyed. Flooding near the coast destroys smaller structures with larger
structures damaged by floating debris. Terrain lower than five feet above mean sea level may be
flooded eight miles inland. Evacuation of low-lying residences within several block of the shoreline
may be required. Hurricane Fran of 1996 was a Category Three hurricane.
Category Four Hurricane: Winds 131-155 mph. Storm surge generally 13-18 feet above
normal. More extensive curtainwall failures with some complete roof structure failures on small
residences. Shrubs, trees, and all signs are blown down. Complete destruction of mobile homes.
Extensive damage to doors and windows. Low-lying escape routes may be covered by rising water
3-5 hours before the arrival of the hurricane center. Major damage to the lower floors of structures
near the shore. Terrain lower than ten feet above sea level may be flooded, requiring the massive
evacuation of residential areas as far inland as six miles. Hurricanes Opal and Hugo were Category
Four hurricanes at peak intensity when they struck the Florida and South Carolina coasts,
respectively. Both storms eventually passed over the western part of North Carolina. At this time,
wind speeds had dropped to tropical storm force winds.
CategoryFive Hurricane: Winds greater than 155 mph. Storm surge generally greater than
18 feet. Complete roof failure on many residences and industrial buildings. Some complete
building failures with small utility buildings blown down. All shrubs, trees, and signs blown down.
Complete destruction of mobile homes. Severe and extensive window and door damage. Low-
lying escape routes are cut by rising water 3-5 hours before the arrival of the hurricane center.
Major damage to lower floors of all structures located less than 15 feet above sea level and within
500 yards of the shoreline. Massive evacuation of residential areas on low ground within 5-10
miles of the shoreline may be required. Hurricane Gilbert of 1988 was a Category Five hurricane
at peak intensity and is the strongest Atlantic tropical cyclone of record. Gilbert passed over
Jamaica, the Yucatan Peninsula, and Northern Mexico.
The County adopted a Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan on October 4, 2004. The
plan is designed 'to enable the County and participating jurisdictions to be more prepared for
natural disasters by establishing goals, objectives, and mitigation actions, which have been
attached as Appendix III. If either the Land Use Plan or the Hazard Mitigation Plan are revised,
a review of each plan for consistency is necessary.
5. Man-made Hazards/Restrictions
There are some significant manmade hazards within Brunswick County. The greatest
concentrations of hazardous materials are the storage of gasoline and fuel oil. In addition to fuel
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storage, chemicals and pesticides are stored at a limited number of areas. The EPA requires that
facilities report certain chemical substances located on site. Specifically, under this regulatory
requirement, facilities with chemicals on the EPA's list of Extremely Hazardous Substances present
in a quantity equal to or in excess of their established Threshold Planning Quantity or a 500 pound
threshold (whichever number is less), as well as any hazardous chemical present on site in a
quantity equal to or greater than 10,000 pounds must be included on an annual report called the
Tier II. This report must be submitted by March 15t of each year to the North Carolina Emergency
Response Commission, the Local Emergency Planning. Committee, and the local fire department
with jurisdiction over the reporting facility. Table 24 provides a list of facilities in Brunswick County
that submitted Tier II reports in 2004.
Table 24.
Tier II Reporters, 2004 -- Brunswick County
Facility
Address
Facility
Address
American Distillation
1690 NE Rouster Road
Jenkin's Gas and Oil
8147 River Road
Leland, NC 28451
Company
Southport, NC 28460
Archer Daniels Midland
1730 E Moore Street
K&B Systems, Inc. DBA
8147 River Road
Company
Southport, NC 28461
Ina Oil
Southport, NC 28461
AT&T - Shallotte
6605 Funston Road
Malmo Asphalt Plant
1516 Malmo Loop Road
Winnabow, NC 28470
Leland, NC 28425
AT&T - Winnabow
6605 Funston Road
Minuteman #12
116 Holden Beach Road
Winnabow, NC 28470
Shallotte, NC 28459
Bald Head Island Marina
PO Box 3069
Minuteman #14
7300 Beach Drive
Bald Head Island, NC 28461
Sunset Beach, NC 28468
Bellsouth - Bald Head
Edward Teach & Muscadine
Minuteman #28
121 Causeway Drive
Island
Bald Head Island, NC 28461
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Bellsouth - Leland
106 Village Road
NC Department of
Shallotte, NC 28459
Leland, NC 28451
Transportation
Leland, NC 28451
Bellsouth - Leland #2
Railroad Road
NC National Guard
5050 Main Street
Leland, NC 28451
Armory
Shallotte, NC 28459
Bellsouth - Oak Island
104 46`" Street
Ocean Drive Gas and
827 Highway 17S
Oak Island, NC 28461
Appliance
N. Myrtle Beach, SC 29582
Bellsouth - Southport
254 E il"' Street
Pelican Pointe Marina,
2000 Somersett Road
Southport, NC 28461
Inc.
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
Bellsouth - Town Creek
Hwy 133 Potter Property
Pressure Chemical
2271 Andrew Jackson Hwy
Town Creek, NC 28451
Company
Leland, NC 28451
Brunswick Community
50 College Road
Progress Energy -
Hwy 87 2.5 mi. N of
College
Bolivia, NC 28422
Brunswick Steam Electric
Southport, NC 28461
Plant
Coatings and Adhesives
1901 Popular Street
Rampage Yachts
100 Quality Drive
Leland, NC 28451
Navassa, NC 28451
Cogentrix of NC, Inc.
1281 Cogentrix Drive
RD White & Sons - Ash
1123 Whiteville Road
Southport, NC 28461
Location
Ash, NC 28428
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Table 24 (Continued)
Facility Address Facility Address
County Line Quick Mart 5201 Andrew Jackson Hwy RD White & Sons - 4737 Main Street
Riegelwood, NC 28456 Shallotte Location Shallotte, NC 28459
Diversified Energy -
Longwood
Diversified Energy -
Shallotte
Diversified Energy -
Southport
2125 Freedom Star Road
Longwood, NC 28452
2468 Ocean Highway
Shallotte, NC 28459
4282 Long Beach Road
Southport, NC 28461
Dixie Southport LP Gas 511 N Howe Street
Company Southport, NC 28461
General Wood Preserving 1901 Wood Treatment Road
Company, Inc. Leland, NC 28451
Gogas #5 - Leland
Gogas #8 - Southport
Gogas #9 - Shallotte
High Rise Service
Company, Inc.
Home Depot #3648, The
Hydrochem Industrial
Services
St. James Marina
Sunny Point Military
Ocean Terminal
Superior Carriers, Inc.
Technical Coating
International, Inc.
Town of Oak Island
2760 Long Bay Drive
Southport, NC 28461
Highway 133
Southport, NC 28461
215 Sampson Road
Wilmington, NC 28401
150 Backhoe Road
Leland, NC 28451
SE 4e Street
Oak Island, NC 28465
114 Village Road
Town of Ocean Isle Beach 6049 Yarbrough Street SW
Leland, NC 28451
Waste Water Plant
Ocean Isle Beach, NC 28469
1603 Howe Street
Vitalue Company of
2010 Enterprise Drive
Southport, NC 28461
America
Leland, NC 28451
5058 Main Street
Walex Products Company,
1949 Popular Street
Shallotte, NC 28470
Inc.
Leland, NC 28451
1690 NE Royster Road
WalMart - Shallotte
4540 Main Street
Leland, NC 28451
Shallotte, NC 28459
150-1 Shallotte Crossing Pkwy
Shallotte, NC 28459
2304 Mercantile Drive
Leland, NC 28451
WalMart - Southport
Waste Industries
NOTE: These table represents all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County.
Source: Brunswick County Emergency Management.
1675 N Howe Street
Southport, NC 28461
2809 Galloway Road
Bolivia, NC 28422
The second potential hazard would be the possibility of contamination of the Cape Fear
River from the Port of Wilmington in the event of a large oil or chemical spill or from damage to
a tanker traveling by Southport to the Port of Wilmington. Also, explosives are occasionally
shipped on the Cape Fear River along the Southport shoreline to the Sunny Point Military Ocean
Terminal. There is also a "blast zone" along the railroad line servicing the terminal. This rail line
extends south through Brunswick County between NC 87 and NC 133. In any case, damage to
marine life and the estuarine shoreline as well as Brunswick County could be extensive.
Although not presently a concern, there is the potential for the establishment of off -shore
drilling operations that could present a hazard to Brunswick County beaches. Even though oil
tankers which pass through Brunswick County to the Port of Wilmington probably present a greater
threat to the County than that of an off -shore drilling operation, the presence of such would still
be a concern to Brunswick County if one were constructed.
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6. Soils
A detailed soils survey was issued for Brunswick County in November 1986. That report,
Soil Survey of Brunswick County, North Carolina, identifies 38 soils series located in the County.
The soils series are located on Map 6, and their characteristics are summarized in Table 25.
Thirty-three of the 38 soil series have severe limitations for septic tank usage. The Blanton
(BnB) and Norfolk (NoB) soil types have moderate limitations for septic tank usage but can
accommodate conventional septic tank systems. However, these two soils series occupy only small
areas, 5.2% of the County's total area.
The soils with moderate limitations for septic tank usage are primarily scattered along the
U.S. 17 corridor.
It is significant that 15 of the soil series in Brunswick County are hydric soils. Those 15
include: Bohicket silty clay loam, Carteret loamy fine sand, Croatan muck, Dorovan muck, Duckston
fine sand, Grifton fine sandy loam, Lafitte muck, Leon fine sand, Lumbee fine sandy loam,
Muckalee loam, Murville mucky fine sand, Pantego mucky loam, Rains fine sandy loam, Torhunta
mucky fine sandy loam, and Woodington fine sandy loam. A total of 54.5% of the County's soils
are hydric. A hydric soil is a soil which is saturated, flooded, or ponded long enough during the
growing season to develop anaerobic conditions in the upper part (anaerobic is defined as a
situation in which molecular oxygen is absent from the environment). These soils may meet the
definition of 404 wetland areas if found in combination with certain hydrophytic vegetation and
require permitting by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' Wilmington Office prior to any disturbance.
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Table 25.
Brunswick County
Soil Series Characteristics
Depth to
Flooding
Map
Soil
Seasonal High
Frequency
Dwellings without
Total
% of Each
Symbol
Series
Slope
H2O Table (ft)
(Surface)
Basements
Streets & Roads
Septic Tanks
Acreage
Soil
BaB
Baymeade fine sand
1-6%
4.0 - 5.0
None
Slight
Slight
Severe: poor filter
55,973
10.2%
BDC
Baymeade and
4.0 - 5.0
None
Moderate:
Moderate: slope
Severe: poor filter
wetness, slope
6-12%
7,762
1.4%
Marvyn soils
<6.0
None
Moderate: slope
Moderate: slope
Moderate: peres
slowly, slope
BnB
Blanton fine sand
0-5%
5.0 - 6.0
None
Slight
Slight
Moderate:
16,127
2.9%
wetness
BO*
Bohicket silty clay
+3 - 0
Frequent
Severe: flooding,
Severe: low
Severe: flooding,
13,427
2.5%
loam
ponding, shrink-
strength,
ponding, peres
swell
ponding, flooding
slowly
BrB
Bragg fine sandy
2-6%
>6.0
None
Slight
Moderate: slope
Severe: peres
2,165
0.4%
loam
slowly
CA*
Carteret loamy fine
+ 3 - 1.0
Frequent
Severe: flooding,
Severe: ponding,
Severe: flooding,
1,085
0.2%
sand
ponding
flooding
ponding, poor
filter
CH
Chowan silt loam
0 - 0.5
Frequent
Severe: flooding,
Severe: low
Severe: flooding,
5,033
0.9%
wetness, low
strength,
wetness, peres
strength
wetness, flooding
slowly
Co
Corolla fine sand
1.5 - 3.0
Rare
Severe: flooding
Moderate:
Severe: wetness,
989
0.2%
flooding, wetness
poor filter
CT*
Croatan muck
0 - 1.0
Rare
Severe: flooding,
Severe: wetness,
Severe: wetness,
29,703
5.4%
wetness, low
low strength
peres slowly
strength
DO*
Dorovan muck
+1 - 0.5
Frequent
Severe: flooding,
Severe: ponding,
Severe: flooding,
16,717
3.0%
ponding, low
flooding, low
ponding, poor
strength
strength
filter
Du* .
Duckston fine sand
1.0 - 2.0
Occasional
Severe: flooding,
Severe: flooding
Severe: flooding,
311
0.1%
wetness
wetness, poor
filter
Fo
Foreston loamy fine
2.5 - 3.5
None
Slight
Slight
Severe: wetness
26,692
4.9%
sand
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Table 25 (Continued)
Depth to
Flooding
Map
Soil
Seasonal High
Frequency
Dwellings without
Total
% of Each
Symbol
Series
Slope
H2O Table (ft)
(Surface)
Basements
Streets & Roads
Septic Tanks
Acreage
Soil
GoA
Goldsboro fine sandy
0-2%
2.0 - 3.0
None
Moderate:
Moderate:
Severe: wetness
29,830
5.4%
loam
wetness
wetness
Gt*
Grifton fine sandy
0.5 - 1.0
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
3,533
0.6%
loam
Jo
Johns fine sandy
1.5 - 3.0
None
Moderate:
Moderate:
Severe: wetness
3,116
0.6%
loam
wetness
wetness
KrB
Kureb fine sand
1-8%
>6.0
None
Slight
Slight
Severe: poor filter
16,573
3.0%
LA*
Lafitte muck
0 - 0.5
Frequent
Severe: flooding,
Severe: flooding,
Severe: flooding
1,415
0.3%
low strength
low strength
Lo*
Leon fine sand
0-2%
0 - 1.0
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness,
45,611
8.3%
poor filter
Lu*
Lumbee fine sandy
0 - 1.5
Rare
Severe: flooding,
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
4,127
0.7%
loam
wetness
Ly
Lynchburg fine sandy
0.5 - 1.5
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
22,023
4.0%
loam
Ma
Mandarin fine sand
1.5 - 3.5
None
Moderate:
Moderate:
Severe: wetness
15,415
2.8%
wetness
wetness
Mk*
Muckalee loam
0.5 - 1.5
Frequent
Severe: flooding,
Severe: wetness,
Severe: flooding,
28,444
5.2%
wetness
flooding
wetness
Mu*
Murville mucky fine
0 - 1.0
None
Severe: ponding
Severe: ponding
Severe: ponding,
39,490
7.2%
sand
poor filter
NeE
Newhan fine sand
2-30%
>6.0
None
Severe: slope
Severe: slope
Severe: poor
4,415
0.8%
filter, slope
NhE
Newhan fine sand,
2-30%
>6.0
None
Severe: slope
Severe: slope
Severe: poor
3,510
0.6%
dredged
filter,. slope
NoB
Norfolk loamy fine
2-6%
4.0 - 6.0
None
Slight
Slight
Moderate:
12,521
2.3%
sand
wetness
On
Onslow fine sandy
1.5 - 3.0
None
Moderate:
Moderate:
Severe: wetness
3,439
0.6%
loam
wetness
wetness
PaA
Pactolus fine sand
0-2%
1.5 - 3.0
None
Moderate:
Moderate:
Severe: wetness,
3,994
0.7%
wetness
wetness
poor filter
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Table 25 (Continued)
Depth to
Flooding
Map
Soil
Seasonal High
Frequency
Dwellings without
Total
% of Each
Symbol
Series
Slope
H2O Table (ft)
(Surface)
Basements
Streets & Roads
Septic Tanks
Acreage
Soil
Pn*
Pantego mucky loam
0 - 1.5
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
12,176
2.2%
Pt
Pits
818
0.1%
Ra*
Rains fine sandy
0 - 1.0
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
19,991
3.6%
loam
Tm
Tomahawk loamy
1.5 - 3.0
None
Moderate:
Moderate:
Severe: wetness
4,975
0.9%
fine sand
wetness
wetness
To*
Torhunta mucky fine
0.5 - 1.5
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness,
47,771
8.7%
sandy loam
poor filter
Ur
Urban land
740
0.1%
WaB
Wando fine sand
0-6%
4.0 - 6.0
None
Slight
Slight
Severe: poor filter
8,305
1.5%
WdB
Wando-Urban Land
0-6%
4.0 - 6.0
None
Slight
Slight
Severe: poor filter
634
0.1%
Complex
Wo*
Woodington fine
0.5 - 1.0
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
Severe: wetness
35,619
6.5%
sandy loam
YaB
Yaupon silty clay
0-3%
2.0 - 4.0
None
Severe: wetness
Severe: low
Severe: peres
3,012
0.5%
loam
strength, shrink-
slowly, wetness
swell
*Hydric soils.
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County.
Source: Soil Survey of Brunswick County, North Carolina.
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7. Prime Farmlands
Prime farmland is one of several kinds of important farmland defined by the US Department
of Agriculture. It is of major importance in providing the nation's short- and long-range needs for
food and fiber. The acreage of high -quality farmland is limited, and the US Department of
Agriculture recognizes that government at local, state, and federal levels, as well as individuals,
must encourage and facilitate the wise use of our nation's prime farmland.
Prime farmland soils, as defined by the US Department of Agriculture, are soils that are best
suited to producing food, feed, forage, fiber, and oilseed crops. Such soils have properties that
are favorable for the economic production of sustained high yields of crops. The soils need only
to be treated and managed using acceptable farming methods. The moisture supply, of course,
must be adequate, and the growing season has to be sufficiently long. Prime farmland soils
produce the highest yields with minimal inputs of energy and economic resources, and farming
these soils results in the least damage to the environment.
Prime farmland soils may presently be in use as cropland, pasture, or woodland, or they
may be in other uses. They either are used for producing food or fiber or are available for these
uses. Urban or built-up land and water areas cannot be considered prime farmland. Urban or
built-up land is any contiguous unit of land 10 acres of more in size that is used for such purposes
as housing, industrial, and commercial sites, sites for institutions or public buildings, small parks,
golf courses, cemeteries, railroad yards, airports, sanitary landfills, sewage treatment plants, and
water control structures. Public land is land not available for farming in national forests, national
parks, military reservations, and state parks.
Prime farmland soils usually get an adequate and dependable supply of moisture from
precipitation or irrigation. The temperature and growing season are favorable. The acidity or
alkalinity level of the soils is acceptable. The soils have few or no rocks and are permeable to
water and air. They are not excessively erodible or saturated with water for long periods and are
not flooded during the growing season. The slope ranges mainly from 0 to 6 percent.
About 75,598 acres, or about 14 percent of Brunswick County, meets the soil requirements
for prime farmland. This farmland is mainly in the south-central, western, and north-eastern parts
of the County. The main crops are corn, soybean, and tobacco.
The soils that make up prime farmland in Brunswick County are listed in this section. -This
list does not constitute a recommendation for a particular land use. The soils identified as prime
farmland are:
► Fo Foreston loamy fine sand
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► GoA Goldsboro fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
► Jo Johns fine sandy loam
► NoB Norfolk loamy fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes
► On Onslow fine sandy loam
8. Water
Water is by far the most abundant natural resource in Brunswick County. Approximately
five percent of Brunswick County's total acreage is comprised of surface water. The principal
sources of water for Brunswick County are the surficial aquifer for domestic use and the Castle
Hayne aquifer for municipal and County supplies. The County does however, operate water
treatment plants that utilize both surface waters as well as groundwater.
The Castle Hayne aquifer, underlying the eastern half of the coastal plain, is the most
productive aquifer in the state and the primary water source for the county's water system. It is
primarily limestone and sand. The Castle Hayne aquifer is noted for its thickness (more than 300
feet in places) and the ease of water movement within it, both of which contribute to high well
yields. It lies fairly close to the surface toward the south and west, deepening rapidly toward the
east. Water in the Castle Hayne aquifer ranges from hard to very hard because of its limestone
composition. Iron concentrations tend to be high near recharge areas but decrease as the water
moves further through the limestone.
Throughout the low lying and coastal areas of Brunswick County, the Castle Hayne aquifer
is subject to salt water intrusion. Because of the potential for salt water intrusion, approximately
2,500 square miles of the Castle Hayne aquifer, including portions underlying Brunswick County,
have been designated as a capacity use area by the NC Groundwater Section. A capacity use area
is defined as an area where the use of water resources threatens to exceed the replenishment
ability to the extent that regulation may be required. Therefore, wells are not permitted to pump
more than 2.018 million gallons per day as permitted under the Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use
Area (CCPCUA).
The county's water systems will be discussed in detail in the community facilities section
of this plan.
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9. Fragile Areas
In coastal North Carolina, fragile areas are considered to include coastal wetlands, ocean
beaches and shorelines, estuarine waters and shorelines, public trust waters, natural resource
fragile areas, areas sustaining remnant species, 'unique geological formations, registered natural
landmarks, swamps, prime wildlife habitats, areas of excessive slope, areas of excessive erosion,
scenic points, archaeological sites, and historical sites. While not identified as fragile areas in the
15A NCAC 7H use standards, maritime forests and outstanding resource waters (ORWs) should also
be considered fragile areas. The Brunswick County 15A NCAC 7H Areas of Environmental Concern
(AECs) include estuarine waters and estuarine shorelines, public trust areas, coastal wetlands,
ocean beaches and shorelines, areas of excessive slope, areas of excessive erosion, and natural
resource fragile areas (including significant natural heritage areas and protected lands). It should
be noted that the ocean beaches and shorelines are located in incorporated beach communities.
a. Estuarine Waters and Shorelines
The estuarine system consists of,deep water subtidal habitats and adjacent tidal
wetlands that are usually semi -enclosed by land but have open, partly obstructed, or sporadic
access to the open ocean, and in which ocean.water is at least occasionally diluted by freshwater
runoff from the land. The salinity may be periodically increased above that of the open ocean by
evaporation. Along some low -energy coastlines_ there is appreciable dilution of sea water, which
is the situation at the mouth of the Cape Fear River. These sheltered waters support an abundance
and diversity of plant and animal life, including marine mammals, shore birds, fish, crabs, clams
and other shellfish, and reptiles. A number of marine organisms, including many of the
commercially valuable fish species, depend on the estuaries for spawning, nursing, or feeding.
In addition to serving as an important habitat for wildlife, estuaries also serve as a
water filtration system by removing sediments, nutrients, and pollutants before they reach the
ocean. The filtration process creates cleaner water, which is of benefit to both marine life and
people who inhabit the surrounding areas.
Estuarine shorelines are shorelines immediately adjacent to or bordering estuarine
waters. The areas are immediately connected to the estuary and are very vulnerable to heavy
erosion caused by wind and water. In shoreline areas not contiguous to waters classified as ORW
by the Division of Water Quality, all lands 75 feet leeward from the normal water level are
considered to be estuarine shorelines. It should be noted that there are no outstanding resource
waters located in Brunswick County. However, the high quality waters located in the County are
identified in Appendix IV. Development along estuarine shorelines can exacerbate water quality
problems within estuarine waters, and expedite the threats of shorefront erosion and flooding.
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b. Public Trust Areas
The public trust areas are comprised of submerged lands waterward of the mean
high water line in tidal, coastal, or navigable waters adjacent to Brunswick County. On the ground,
the public trust area extends from the water up to a prominent debris line or high water mark. In
general, if an area is regularly wet by the tides, it is safe to assume that it is in the public trust
area. The public trust area is also sometimes referred to as tidelands, and can be generally defined
as "public beach." In almost every case, private property ends and public trust property begins
at the mean high water line.
Public trust areas are significant because the public has rights in these areas,
including navigation and recreation. These areas also support valuable commercial and sports
fisheries, have aesthetic value, and are important resources for economic development.
This doctrine applies to all shorelines except privately -owned lakes to which the
public has no right of access. In determining whether the public has acquired rights in artificially
created bodies of water, the following factors shall be considered:
(1) the use of the body of water by the public;
(2) the length of time the public has used the area;
(3) the value of public resources in the body of water;
(4) whether the public resources in the body of water are mobile to the extent
that they can move into natural bodies of water;
(5) whether the creation of the artificial body of water required permission from
the state; and
(6) the value of the body of water to the public for navigation from one public
area to another public area.
The public trust areas must be determined through in -field analysis and definition.
C. Wetlands
Wetlands is a generic term for all the different kinds of wet habitats where the land
is wet for some period of time each year but not necessarily permanently wet. Many wetlands
occur in areas where surface water collects or where underground water discharges to the surface,
making the area wet for extended periods of time. Other wetlands occur along our coasts, such
as salt marshes, and are created by the tide. The Federal Clean Water Act defines wetlands as
"areas that are inundated or saturated by surface or ground water at a frequency and duration
sufficient to support, and that under normal circumstances do support, a prevalence of vegetation
typically adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands generally include swamps, marshes,
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bogs, and similar areas." Wetlands have both upland and aquatic characteristics, and thus they
often have a richer flora and fauna than other environments. In practice, wetlands are hard to
define, precisely because they are transition zones. It is important to recognize that an area does
not have to be wet all year long to be considered a wetland - as few as two or three consecutive
weeks of wetness a year is all it takes for this determination to be made.
Within Brunswick County, there are approximately 282,728 acres of wetlands.
These wetlands vary in their characteristics. The location of the wetland areas within the county's
jurisdiction is shown on Map 7, and a summary of wetland acres for the County as a whole is
provided in Table 26. Tables 27, 28 and 29 provide wetland area summaries for each river
subbasin. The map of wetland locations is intended to be used for general location purposes only.
On -site analysis must be performed in order to determine the exact location of all wetlands.
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act establishes a program to regulate the discharge
of dredged and fill material into waters of the United States, including wetlands. Activities in
waters of the United States that are regulated under, this program include fill for development,
water resource projects (such as dams and levees), infrastructure development (such as highways
and airports), and conversion of wetlands to uplands for farming and forestry. The basic premise
of the program is that no discharge of dredged or fill material can be permitted if a practicable
alternative exists that is less damaging to the aquatic environment or if the nation's waters would
be significantly degraded.
Table 26.
Brunswick County Wetlands
% of Total
Wetland Type
Acres
County Acres
Bottomland Hardwood
5,531.19
0.96%
Cleared Bottomland Hardwood
106.95
0.03%
Cleared Depressional Swamp Forest
152.74
0.03%
Cleared Estuarine Shrub/Scrub
55.20
0.01%
Cleared Hardwood Flat
62.83
0.01%
Cleared Headwater Swamp
13.59
0.00%
Cleared Pine Flat
314.37
0.05%
Cleared Pocosin
117.97
0.02%
Cutover Bottomland Hardwood
409.47
0.07%
Cutover Depressional Swamp Forest
485.88
0.08%
Cutover Estuarine Forest
2.41
0.00%
Cutover Estuarine Scrub/Scrub
40.18
0.01%
Cutover Hardwood Flat
240.52
0.04%
Cutover Headwater Swamp
48.84
0.01%
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Table 26 (Continued)
Wetland Type
Acres
% of Total
County Acres
Cutover Pine Flat
1,091.62
0.19%
Cutover Pocosin
513.65
0.09%
Cutover Riverine Swamp Forest
1.23
0.00%
Depressional Swamp Forest
5,204.82
0.91%
Drained Bottomland Hardwood
452.33
0.08%
Drained Depressional Swamp Forest
452.80
0.08%
Drained Hardwood Flat
582.41
0.10%
Drained Headwater Swamp
2.51
0.00%
Drained Pine Flat
22,315.10
3.89%
Drained Pocosin
7,654.63
1.33%
Drained Riverine Swamp Forest
695.94
0.12%
Estuarine Forest
78.64
0.01%
Estuarine Shrub/Scrub
729.22
0.13%
Freshwater Marsh
6,472.43
1.13%
Hardwood Flat
2,490.00
0.43%
Headwater Swamp
1,813.90
0.32%
Human Impacted
1,614.20
0.28%
Managed Pineland
101,576.75
17.71%
Pine Flat
26,740.47
4.66%
Pocosin
33,430.97
5.83%
Riverine Swamp Forest
45,960.27
8.01%
Salt/Brackish Marsh
15,272.77
2.66%
TOTAL
282,728.78
49.29%
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated
areas of the County.
Source: North Carolina GIA and National Wetlands Inventory.
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Table 27.
Brunswick County Wetlands - Subbasin 03-06-17*
Wetland Type
Acres
% of Total County Acres
Bottomland Hardwood
3,041.83
0.53%
Cleared Bottomland Hardwood
32.48
0.01%
Cleared Depressional Swamp Forest
33.61
0.01%
Cleared Estuarine Shrub/Scrub
12.69
0.00%
Cleared Hardwood Flat
19.46
0.00%
Cleared Headwater Swamp
11.19
0.00%
Cleared Pine Flat
89.67
0.02%
Cleared Pocosin
20.98
0.00%
Cutover Bottomland Hardwood
178.07
0.03%
Cutover Depressional Swamp Forest
147.24
0.03%
Cutover Estuarine Scrub/Scrub
11.00
0.00%
Cutover Hardwood Flat
95.22
0.02%
Cutover Headwater Swamp
25.67
0.00%
Cutover Pine Flat
371.32
0.06%
Cutover Pocosin
150.60
0.03%
Depressional Swamp Forest
2,215.93
0.39%
Drained Bottomland Hardwood
432.08
0.08%
Drained Depressional Swamp Forest
19.87
0.00%
Drained Hardwood Flat
114.44
0.02%
Drained Headwater Swamp
0.77
0.00%
Drained Pine Flat
9,810.87
1.71%
Drained Pocosin
3,670.29
0.64%
Drained Riverine Swamp Forest
89.08
0.02%
Estuarine Forest
18.22
0.00%
Estuarine Shrub/Scrub
319.42
0.06%
Freshwater Marsh
6,039.20
1.05%
Hardwood Flat
1,065.94
0.19%
Headwater Swamp
804.98
0.14%
Human Impacted
1,153.21
0.20%
Managed Pineland
34,114.23 .
5.95%
Pine Flat
9,737.02
1.70%
Pocosin
13,465.97
2.35%
Riverine Swamp Forest
17,872.41
3.12%
Salt/Brackish Marsh
8,664.73
1.51%
TOTAL
113,849.70
19.87%
*Refer to Map 12 for locations of subbasins.
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County within Subbasin 03-06-17.
Source: North Carolina GIA and National
Wetlands Inventory.
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Table 28.
Brunswick County Wetlands - Subbasin 03-07-59*
% of Total
Wetland Type
Acres
County Acres
Bottomland Hardwood
1,116.46
0.20%
Cleared Bottomland Hardwood
61.12
0.01%
Cleared Depressional Swamp Forest
57.11
0.01%
Cleared Estuarine Shrub/Scrub
42.51
0.00%
Cleared Hardwood Flat
18.05 •
0.00%
Cleared Headwater Swamp
2.12
0.00%
Cleared Pine Flat
168.63
0.03%
Cleared Pocosin
78.22
0.01%
Cutover Bottomland Hardwood
140.65
0.03%
Cutover Depressional Swamp Forest
129.56
0.02%
Cutover Estuarine Forest
2.41
0.00%
Cutover Estuarine Scrub/Scrub
29.18
0.01%
Cutover Hardwood Flat
64.79
0.01%
Cutover Headwater Swamp
17.74
0.00%
Cutover Pine Flat
523.25
0.09%
Cutover Pocosin
283.04
0.05%
Cutover Riverine Swamp Forest
1.23
0.00%
Depressional Swamp Forest
1,834.39
0.32%
Drained Bottomland Hardwood
6.72
0.00%
.Drained Depressional Swamp Forest
17.62
0.00%
Drained Hardwood Flat
44.24
0.01%
Drained Pine Flat
822.03
0.14%
Drained Pocosin
411.57
0.07%
Drained Riverine Swamp Forest
14.90
0.00%
Estuarine Forest`
60.41
0.01%
Estuarine Shrub/Scrub
409.81
0.07%
Freshwater Marsh
291.57
0.05%
Hardwood Flat
529.62
0.09%
Headwater Swamp
600.65
0.11%
Human Impacted
181.68
0.03%
Managed Pineland
26,987.42
4.71%
Pine Flat
8,617.46
1.50%
Pocosin
9,997.04
1.74%
Riverine Swamp Forest
7,455.78
1.30%
Salt/Brackish Marsh
6,608.04
1.15%
TOTAL
67,627.02
11.80%
*Refer to Map 12 for locations of subbasins.
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County within Subbasin 03-07-59
Source: North Carolina GIA and National Wetlands Inventory.
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Table 29.
Brunswick County Wetlands — Subbasin 03-07-57*
% of Total
Wetland Type
Acres
County Acres
Bottomland Hardwood
1,372.90
0.24%
Cleared Bottomland Hardwood
13.35
0.00%
Cleared Depressional Swamp Forest
62.02
0.01%
Cleared Hardwood Flat
25.32
0.00%
Cleared Headwater Swamp
0.28
0.00%
Cleared Pine Flat
56.08
0.01%
Cleared Pocosin
18.77
0.00%
Cutover Bottomland Hardwood
90.75
0.02%
Cutover Depressional Swamp Forest
209.08
0.04%
Cutover Hardwood Flat
80.51
0.01%
Cutover Headwater Swamp
5.43
0.00%
Cutover Pine Flat
197.05
0.03%
Cutover Pocosin
80.01
0.01%
Depressional Swamp Forest
1,154.49
0.20%
Drained Bottomland Hardwood
13.52
0.00%
Drained Depressional Swamp Forest
415.31
0.07%
Drained Hardwood Flat
423.72
0.07%
Drained Headwater Swamp
1.74
0.00%
Drained Pine Flat -
11,682.20
2.04%
Drained Pocosin
3,572.77
0.62%
Drained Riverine Swamp Forest
591.96
0.10%
Freshwater Marsh
141.65
0.02%
Hardwood Flat
894.44
0.16%
Headwater Swamp
408.26
0.07%
Human Impacted
279.31
0.05%
Managed Pineland
40,475.10
7.06%
Pine Flat
8,385.99
1.46%
Pocosin
9,967.97
1.74%
Riverine Swamp Forest
20,662.86
3.60%
TOTAL
101,282.90
17.70%
*Refer to Map 12 for locations of subbasrns.
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County within Subbasin 03-07-57.
Source: North Carolina GIA and National
Wetlands Inventory.
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MAP 7
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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Cutover Headwater Swamp
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Cutover Pine Flat
�i NC DOT Primary Roads
Cutover Pocosin
�,. Subbasins
Cutover Riverine Swamp Forest
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®Depressional Swamp Forest
Boiling Spring Lakes Corporate Limits
Drained Bottomland Hardwood
Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
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� Drained Depressional Swamp Forest
Northwest Corporate Limits
Drained Hardwood Flat
St. James Corporate Limits
Drained Headwater Swamp
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Drained Pine Flat
® Bottomiand Hardwood
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410 Drained Riverine Swamp Forest
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440 Cutover Depressional Swamp Forest
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d, Ocean Beaches and Shorelines
Ocean beaches and shorelines are lands consisting of unconsolidated soil materials
that extend from the mean low water line landward to a point where either (1) the growth of
vegetation occurs, or (2) a distinct change in slope or elevation alters the configuration of the land
form, whichever is farther landward. Brunswick County contains approximately 47 miles of ocean
erodible areas and high hazard flood areas, but no unvegetated beach area. There are six inlet
hazard areas within Brunswick County. All of these areas are within or adjacent to municipalities,
except the Baptist Assembly grounds located east of Caswell Beach.
e. Areas of Excessive Slope
Areas of excessive slope are considered to be areas with slopes in excess of 12%.
The general lay of the land within Brunswick County is fairly flat; however, there are dune lines
where slopes may exceed 30%. The grade and slope of these areas is constantly shifting, and this
factor has very little impact on land use and/or development within the County. Most of the slope
lines are located within incorporated areas.
f. Areas of Excessive Erosion
The ocean shoreline in Brunswick County is vulnerable to erosion associated with
coastal storm events. However, the erodible areas are located within the incorporated beach
communities. The only ocean erodible area under County jurisdiction is the area of the Baptist
Assembly grounds. This area has experienced accretion rather than erosion of oceanfront lands.
It should be noted that there is a sea wall at this location.
g. Heritage Areas and Protected Lands
Natural resource fragile areas are generally recognized to be of educational,
scientific, or cultural value because of the natural features of the particular site. Features in these
areas serve to distinguish them from the vast majority of the landscape. These areas include
complex natural areas, areas that sustain remnant species, pocosins, wooded swamps, prime
wildlife habitats, or registered natural landmarks. .
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program of the Division of Parks and Recreation
works to identify and facilitate protection of the most ecologically significant natural areas
remaining in the state. Natural areas may be identified because they provide important habitat for
rare species or because they contain outstanding examples of the rich natural diversity of this
state.
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There are numerous significant protected lands and natural heritage areas in
Brunswick County. The County is an environmentally rich area. Major areas include the Green
Swamp, Town Creek marshes and swamp, Juniper Creek area, Boiling Spring Lakes wetlands
complex, Blue Pond area, and Eagle Island. All of the significant natural heritage areas and
protected lands are identified in Tables 30 and 31 and delineated on Maps 8 and 9.
Table 30.
Brunswick County Significant- Natural Heritage Areas
(Refer to Map 8) .
Map Ref.#
Significant Natural Area Site
Site Number
Acres
% of Total
1
Alligator Branch Sandhill and Flatwoods
S.USNCHP*1617
920.69
0.160%
2
Bald Head Island
S.USNCHP*806
11.25
0.002%
3
Battery Island
S.USSER01*205
113.33
0.020%
4
Battle Royal Bay
S.USNCHP*1080
877.00
0.153%
5
Big Cypress Bay and Ponds
S.USNCHP*84
135.04
0.024%
6
Big Neck Road at Millpond Bay
S.USNCHP*1574
10.57
0.002%
7
Bird Island
S.USNCHP*88
108.25
0.019%
8
Blue Pond
S.USNCHP*96
29.78
0.005%
9
Bluff Island and East Beach
S.USNCHP*999
4,308.01
0.751%
10
Boiling Spring Lakes Limesink Complex
S.USNCHP*105
2,050.09
0.357%
11
Boiling Spring Lakes Wetlands Complex
S.USNCHP*104
25,045.10
4.366%
12
Boone Neck Maritime Forest
S.USNCHP*872
308.34
0.054%
13
Brantley Island
S.USNCHP*854
0.48
0.0001%
14
Brunswick River/Cape Fear River Marshes
S.USNCHP*119
1,583.90
0.276%
15
Bryant Mill (Greenbank) Bluff
S.USNCHP*1045
486.90
0.085%
16
Camp Branch Savanna Remnant
S.USNCHP*141
43.50
0.008%
17
Colkins Neck Remnant
S.USNCHP*1303
7.87
0.001%
18
Cumbee Pond and Sandhilis
S.USNCHP*1076
84.08
0.015%
19
Fall Swamp/Middle River Limesink Complex
S.USNCHP*1030
387.86
0.068%
20
Fort Caswell Dunes and Marshes
S.USNCHP*1866
198.13
0.035%
21
Funston Bays
S.USNCHP*1928
1,774.58
0.309%
22
Goose Pond Limesinks
S.USNCHP*1949
65.58
0.011%
23
Green Swamp
S.USNCHP*314
17,847.53
3.111%
24 1
Henrytown Savanna
S.USNCHP*334
329.98
0.058%
25
Hog Branch Ponds
S.USNCHP*1427
185.41
0.032%
26
Juniper Bay Savanna
S.USNCHP*1903
194.96
0.034%
27
Juniper Creek Floodplain
S.USNCHP*373
11,949.31
2.083%
28
Juniper Creek/Driving Creek Aquatic Habitat
S.USNCHP*2048
78.24
0.014%
29
Little Blue Pond/Black Pond
S.USNCHP*801
44.09
0.008%
30
Lockwood Folly River Tidal Wetlands
S.USNCHP*1576
2,755.24
0.480%
31
Long Bays Savanna and Carolina Bays
S.USNCHP*416
1,135.93
0.198%
32
Lower Black River Swamp
S.USNCHP*1857
128.28
0.022%
33
Lower Cape Fear River Aquatic Habitat
S.USNCHP*421
13,512.90
2.356%
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Table 30 (Continued)
Map Ref.#
Significant Natural Area Site
Site Number
Acres
% of Total
34
Lower Cape Fear River Bird Nesting Islands
S.USNCHP*422
321.77
0.056%
35
Middle Island
S.USNCHP*807
16.26
0.003%
36
Motsu Brunswick Forest Natural Area
S.USNCHP*1900
21.98
0.004%
37
Motsu Northwest Natural Area
S.USNCHP*453
1,778.09
0.310%
38
Myrtle Head Savanna
S.USSERO1*161
72.48
0.013%
39
Neils Eddy Landing
S.USNCHP*1619
0.30
0.0001%
40
Orton Pond
S.USSERO1*297
14,281.83
2.490%
41
Orton Powerline Loosestrife Site
S.USNCHP*1290
3.06
0.001%
42
Pleasant Oaks/Goose Landing Plantations
S.USNCHP*569
3,038.06
0.530%
43
Pretty Pond Limesink Complex
S.USNCHP*833
312.38
0.054%
44
Prospect Ridge White Cedar Forest
S.USNCHP*2073
81.29
0.014%
45
Rabontown Limesinks
S.USNCHP*2072
362.49
0.063%
46
Rattlesnake Branch Sandhills
S.USNCHP*1945
276.37
0.048%
47
Regan Ridge and Swale Boggy Openings
S.USNCHP*1573
134.78
0.023%
48
Sandy Branch Sand Ridge and Bay Complex
S.USNCHP*1115
1,109.20
0.193%
49
Scippio Swamp Ridge and Swale Boggy
Openings
S.USNCHP*1578
360.95
0.063%
50
Secession Maritime Forest
S.USNCHP*645
104.55
0.018%
51
Shallotte Creek Sandhills
S.USNCHP*1620
483.58
0.084%
52
Spring Creek Ponds
S.USNCHP*680
603.64
0.105%
53
Sunset Beach Wood Stork Ponds
S.USNCHP*696
61.21
0.011%
54
Town Creek Aquatic Habitat
S.USNCHP*1813
287.60
0.050%
55
Town Creek Marshes and Swamp
S.USNCHP*1516
3,184.28
0.555%
56
Turkey Branch Sandhill
S.USNCHP*2074
4.22
0.001%
57
Waccamaw Island Savanna
S.USNCHP*757
117.43
0.020%
58
Waccamaw River Aquatic Habitat
S.USNCHP*845
177.12
0.031%
59
Waccamaw River Beech Island Swamps
S.USNCHP*1864
37.28
0.006%
60
Waccamaw River Cross Swamp Bottomlands
S.USNCHP*1854
103.89
0.018%
61
Waccamaw River Oxbow Site
S.USNCHP*758
288.64
0.050%
62
Waccamaw River Reeves and Gore Lake
Bottomlands
S.USNCHP*1855
429.68
0.075%
63
Waccamaw River Ridge and Swale Boggy
Openings
S.USNCHP*802
74.39
0.013%
64
Wards Lake
S.USNCHP*765
48.26
0.008%
65
White Spring Ponds Complex
S.USNCHP*1456
1,120.16
0.195%
66
Winnabow Savanna and Sandhill
S.USNCHP*1066
539.58
0.094%
67
Zeke's Island Estuarine Sanctuary
S.USNCHP*797
1,633.37
0.285%
TOTAL
118,182.41
20.602%
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County.
Source: North Carolina GIA, North Carolina Parks & Recreation, Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
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Table 31.
Brunswick County Protected Lands
(Refer to Map 9)
Map Ref.#
Protected Site
Acres
% of Total
1
Beaver Dam Creek
142.32
0.146%
2
Adm. NC -SC Boundary (Bird Island)
27.59
0.005%
3
Cul Res Historic Brunswick Town
78.90
0.014%
4
Cul Res NC Battleship Site
2.16
0.0004%
5
Eagle Island
1,522.76
0.265%
6
EHNR Zeke Island Estuarine Sanctuary
1,060.71
0.185%
7
ENR Marine Fisheries Submerged Lands Section
0.04
0.00001%
8
ENR Estuarine Preserve
7.13
0.001%
9
ENR Roan Island •
0.11
0.00002%
10
Green Swamp Preserve
13,552.20
2.362%
11
Lockwood Folly Township Park
14.14
0.002%
12
Northwest Township District Park
35.84
.0.006%
13
Pleasant Oaks Plantation
2,229.90
0.389%
14
Prks Bald Head Island Natural Area
4,825.81
0.841%
15
Shallotte Township District Park
20.12
0.004%
16
Smithville Township District Park
25.48
0.004%
17
Town Creek
1,528.74
0.266%
18
UNCW Ecological Botanical Gardens
105.80
0.018%
19
Wells Tract
109.92
0.019%
20
WRC 904 Bridge/Pipeway Access Area
1.93
0.0003%
21
WRC South Pelican Island 39-37 (NHA)
18.32
0.003%
22
WRC Sunset Harbor Access -Lockwood Folly
0.44
0.0001%
23
WRC Town Creek Access Area
0.78
0.0001%
24
WRC Unnamed Island Snows March #1 39-33
52.59
0.009%
WRC Unnamed Island Sunny Point 39-28
23.08
0.004%
TOTAL
25,386.82
4.426%
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County.
Source: North Carolina GIA, North Carolina Parks & Recreation, Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
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The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
MAP 8
Brunswick County
Land Use Plan
Significant Natural Heritage Areas
oNC County Boundaries
-30. LOCKWOODS FOLLY RIVER TIDAL WETLANDS
OBrunswick County
- 31. LONG BAYS SAVANNA AND CAROLINA BAYS
wrNC DOT Primary Roads
r•subbasina
32. LOWER BLACK RIVER SWAMP
:33.
SaMile Corporate Limits
LOWER CAPE FEAR RIVER AQUATIC HABITAT
• Boiling Spring lakes Corporate Limits
34. LOWER CAPE FEAR RIVER BIRD NESTING ISLANDS
•Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
-35. MIDDLE ISLAND
Carolina Shores ETJ
a 36. MOTSU BRUNSWICK FOREST NATURAL AREA
0 Northwest Corporate limits
- 37. MOTSU NORTHWEST NATURAL AREA
OSt. James Corporate Limits
- 38. MYRTLE HEAD SAVANNA
Significant Natural Heritage Areas
- 1. ALLIGATOR BRANCH SANDHILL AND FLATWOODS
39. NEILS EDDY LANDING
e40. ORTON POND
•2. BALD HEAD ISLAND
-41. ORTON POWERLINE LOOSESTRIFE SITE
-3. BATTERY ISLAND
-42. PLEASANT OAKS/GOOSE LANDING PLANTATIONS
-4. BATTLE ROYAL BAY
-43. PRETTY POND LIMESINK COMPLEX
-5. BIG CYPRESS BAY AND PONDS
-44. PROSPECT RIDGE WHITE CEDAR FOREST
6. BIG NECK ROAD AT MILLPOND BAY
-45. RABONTOWN LIMESINKS
-7. BIRD ISLAND
-46. RATTLESNAKE BRANCH SANDHILLS
-8. BLUE POND
-47. REGAN RIDGE-AND-SWALE BOGGY OPENINGS
•9. BLUFF ISLANDAND EAST BEACH
•48. SANDY BRANCH SAND RIDGE AND BAY COMPLEX
-10. BOILING SPRING LAKES LIMESINK COMPLEX
-49. SCIPPIO SWAMP RIDGE-AND-SWALE BOGGY OPENINGS
-11. BOILING SPRING LAKES WETLAND COMPLEX
s50. SECESSION MARITIME FOREST
-12. BOONE NECK MARITIME FOREST
-51. SHALLOTTE CREEK SANDHILLS
- 13. BRANTLEY ISLAND
- 52. SPRING CREEK PONDS
-14.13RUNSWICK RIVER/CAPE FEAR RIVER MARSHES
53. SUNSET BEACH WOOD STORK PONDS
15. BRYANT MILL (GREENBANK) BLUFF
- 16. CAMP BRANCH SAVANNA REMNANT
-54. TOWN CREEK AQUATIC HABITAT
e55.TOWN CREEK MARSHES AND SWAMP
17. COLKINS NECK REMNANT
a56. TURKEY BRANCH SANDHILL
-18. CUMBEE POND AND SANDHILLS
•57. WACCAMAW ISLAND SAVANNA
+19. FALL SWAMP/MIDDLE RIVER LIMESINK COMPLEX
_58. WACCAMAW RIVER AQUATIC HABITAT
� 20. FORT CASWELL DUNES AND MARSHES
-59. WACCAMAW RIVER BEECH ISLAND SWAMPS
-21. FUNSTON BAYS
-60. WACCAMAW RIVER CROSS SWAMP BOTTOMLANDS
-22. GOOSE POND LIMESINKS
-61. WACCAMAW RIVER OXBOW SITE
-23. GREEN SWAMP
-62. WACCAMAW RIVER REEVES AND GORE LAKE BOTTOMLANDS
•24. HENRYTOWN SAVANNA
-63. WACCAMAW RIVER RIDGE-AND-SWALE BOGGY OPENINGS
•25. HOG BRANCH PONDS
-64. WARDS LAKE
-26. JUNIPER BAY SAVANNA
-65. WHITE SPRING PONDS COMPLEX
•27. JUNIPER CREEK FLOODPLAIN
-66. WINNABOW SAVANNA AND SANDHILL
•28. JUNIPER CREEK/DRIVING CREEK AQUATIC HABITAT 67. ZEKES ISLAND ESTUARINE SANCTUARY
•29. LITTLE BLUE POND/BLACK POND
1.5
1 inch equals 19,000 feet
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MAP 9
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Columbus County
1 inch equals 19,000 feet
Brunswick County
Land Use Plan
Protected Lands
Legend 1
C—D NC County Boundaries
63 Brunswick County
• Subbasins
NC DOT Primary Roads
Belville Corporate Limits
Boiling Spring Lakes Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores ETJ
Northwest Corporate Limits
St. James Corporate Limits
Protected Lands
1. BEAVER DAM CREEK
K 2. ADM NC -SC BOUNDARY (BIRD ISLAND)
3. CUL RES HISTORIC BRUNSWICK TOWN
4.CUL RES N C BATTLESHIP SITE
5. EAGLE ISLAND
K 6. EHNR ZEKES ISLAND-ESTURINE SANCTUARY
7. ENR- MARINE FISHERIES -SUBMERGED LANDS SECTION
8. ENR ESTURINE PRESERVE
9. ENR ROAN ISLAND
K 10. GREEN SWAMP PRESERVE
11. LOCKWOOD FOLLY TOWNSHIP PARK
12. NORTHWEST TOWNSHIP DISTRICT PARK
K 13. PLEASANT OAKS PLANTATION
K 14. PRKS BALD HEAD ISLAND NATURAL AREA
15. SHALLOTTE TOWNSHIP DISTRICT PARK
K 16. SMITHVILLE TOWNSHIP DISTRICT PARK
17. TOWN CREEK
K 18. UNCW- ECOLOGICAL BOTANICAL GARDENS
K 19. WELLS TRACT
K 20. WRC 904-BRIDGE/PIPEWAY ACCESS AREA
K 21. WRC SOUTH PELICAN ISLAND 39-37(NHA)
K 22. WRC SUNSET HARBOR ACCESS-LOCKWOOD FOLLY
23. WRC TOWN CREEK ACCESS AREA
K 24. WRC UNNAMED ISLAND SNOWS MARCH #1 39-33
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h. Areas of Resource Potential
(i) Regionally Significant Public Parks
While Brunswick County has important historic sites and many sensitive
natural and environmentally important areas, the County does not contain any
regionally significant parks. There are locally significant parks, which are discussed
in the Community Facilities section of this plan.
(ii) Marinas and Mooring Fields
Marinas are defined as any publicly- or privately -owned dock, basin, or wet
boat storage facility constructed to accommodate more than ten boats and
providing any of the following services: permanent or transient docking spaces, dry
storage, fueling facilities, haulout facilities, and repair service. Excluded from this
definition are boat ramp facilities allowing access only, temporary docking and none
of the preceding services. Brunswick County allows the construction of marinas and
any associated drystack storage facilities that are in compliance with the County.
zoning ordinance.
A "freestanding mooring" is any means to attach a ship, boat, vessel,
floating structure, or other water craft to a stationary underwater device, mooring
buoy, buoyed anchor, or piling (as long as the piling is not associated with an
existing or proposed pier, dock, or boathouse). When more than one freestanding
mooring is used in the same general vicinity it is commonly referred to as a mooring
field. Brunswick County has not regulated the establishment of mooring fields within
its planning jurisdiction and mooring fields have not been a problem. However, the
County recognizes that the establishment of mooring fields could lead to the
degradation of water quality. In addition, the County recognizes that mooring fields
could impede the use of and navigation within public trust surface waters..
(iii) Floating Homes
A floating home or structure is any structure, not a boat, supported by
means of flotation, designed to be used without a permanent foundation, which is
used or intended for human habitation or commerce. A structure will be considered
a floating structure when it is inhabited or used for commercial purposes for more
than thirty days in any one location. A boat may be deemed a floating structure
when its means of propulsion has been removed or rendered inoperative and it
contains at least 200 square feet of living space area. There are currently no
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floating homes within Brunswick County. Brunswick County prohibits floating home
development anywhere in its waterways, public trust waters, and along the
shorelines of the County to prevent consumption of the county's limited estuarine
surface waters.
(iv) Aquaculture
As defined under N.C. General Statute 106-758, aquaculture is the
propagation and rearing of aquatic species in controlled or selected environments,
including, but not limited to, ocean ranching. Aquaculture has not been an issue
within Brunswick County's planning jurisdiction; however, the County does support
Brunswick Community College's aquaculture program.
(v) Channel Maintenance and Interstate Waterways
The Intracoastal Waterway extends through Brunswick County's southern
boundary. The waterway, along with the inlets which provide access to the ocean,
provides an indispensable route for fishermen, commercial barge traffic, and
recreational boat traffic, all instrumental to the county's economic well-being. The
waterway and the ocean inlets are maintained by the US Corps of Engineers.
Brunswick County supports dredging and general maintenance of the Intracoastal
Waterway.
Proper maintenance of channels is very important to Brunswick County
because of the substantial economic impact of commercial fisheries. If silt or other
deposits fill in the channels, safe and efficient movement of commercial fishing and
transport vessels could be impeded. The Intracoastal Waterway is also an
important tourism/economic benefit to the County.
(vi) Marine Resources (Water Quality)
The North Carolina Division of Water Quality assigns water quality
classifications to all named waters of the State of North Carolina. The classifications
are based upon the existing or contemplated best usage of the various streams and
segments of streams within a basin, as determined through studies, evaluations,
and comments received at public hearings. The state water classification system
is broken down as follows:
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Table 32.
NC Division of Water Quality Water Body Classifications
PRIMARY FRESHWATER AND SALTWATER CLASSIFICATIONS*
Class.
Best Uses
C and SC
Aquatic life propagation/protection and secondary recreation
B and SB
Primary recreation and Class C uses
SA
Waters classified for commercial shellfish harvesting
WS
There are five WS classes ranging from WS-I through WS-V. WS classifications are
(Water Supply
assigned to watersheds based on land use characteristics of the area. Each water supply
Watershed)
classification has a set of management strategies to protect the surface water supply. WS-
I provides the highest level of protection and WS-V provides the least protection. A Critical
Area (CA) designation is also listed for watershed areas within a half -mile and draining to
the water supply intake or reservoir where an intake is located.
SUPPLEMENTAL CLASSIFICATIONS
Class Best Uses
Sw Recognizes waters that will naturally be mote acidic (have lower pH values) and have
(Swamp Waters) lower levels of dissolved oxygen.
Tr Provides protection to fresh waters for natural trout propagation and survival of stocked
(Trout Waters) trout.
HQW Waters possessing special qualities including excellent water quality, Native or Special
(High Quality Waters) Native Trout Waters, Critical habitat areas, or WS-I and WS-II water supplies.
ORW Unique and special surface waters that are unimpacted by pollution and have some
(Outstanding Resource outstanding resource values.
Waters)
NSW Areas with water quality problems associated with excessive plant growth resulting from
(Nutrient Sensitive nutrient enrichment.
Waters)
* Primary classifications beginning with an "S" are assigned to salt waters.
Source: NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Water classifications vary widely throughout Brunswick County. Appendix IV
provides a listing of all water bodies within the County that are classified by the NC
Division of Water Quality, including their subbasins and assigned classification.
There are high quality waters within Brunswick County but no outstanding resource
waters.
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(vii) Primary Nursery Areas and Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
The North Carolina. Marine Fisheries Commission (MFC) has adopted
definitions in rule for anadromous spawning and nursery areas Anadromous fish
spawning areas are those areas where evidence of spawning of anadromous fish
has been documented by direct observation of spawning, capture of running ripe
females, or capture of eggs or early larvae [NCAC .15A 31.0101 (20)©].
Anadromous fish nursery, areas are those areas in the riverine and estuarine
systems utilized by post -larval and later juvenile anadromous fish [NCAC 15A
31.0101 (20)(D)].
There are no areas of submerged aquatic vegetation (SAVs) in Brunswick
County. SAVs are an important habitat utilized by finfish and invertebrates. Beds
of SAV are one of the critical habitat types defined by MFC [NCAC 15A 31.0101
(20)(A)]•
Wetlands are of great importance to fisheries production serving as sources
of biological productivity, directly and indirectly, nursery areas, and reducing
sedimentation/turbidity to improve water quality.
Map 10 delineates the important fisheries areas and water quality monitoring
sites in Brunswick County.
Brunswick County
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MAP 10
Brunswick County
Land Use Plan
Water Quality
Legend
NC County Boundaries
Brunswick County
r ' .
NC River Basins
�� ♦
Subbasins
Belville Corporate Limits
Boiling Spring Lakes Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores ETJ
Northwest Corporate Limits
St. lames Corporate Limits
Ambient Water Quality Monitoring Sites
oFish
Sampling Community Sites
Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
Fisheries Nursery Areas
Major Rivers and Creeks
Hydrology
1 inch equals 19,375 feet
I U" I I I Miles
0 1.5 3 6 9 12
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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B, Environmental Composite Map
Under the updated CAMA Planning Guidelines, there is a requirement for the preparation
of an Environmental Composite Map. This map is intended to work in conjunction with the Land
Suitability Map discussed later in this plan (Section 5.III.D) and should be utilized for future land
use map impact analysis (see Future Land Use Map, page 6-75). The Environmental Composite
Map (Map 11) breaks down land masses within the County into three categories based on natural
features and environmental conditions. The categories utilized are as follows:
Class I — Land that contains only minimal hazards and limitations that can be
addressed by commonly accepted land planning and development practices. Class
I land will generally support the more intensive types of land uses and
development.
Class II — Land that has hazards and limitations for development that can be
addressed by restrictions on land uses, special site planning, or the provision of
public services such as water and sewer. Land in this class will generally support
only the less intensive uses, such as low density residential, without significant
investment in services.
Class III — Land that has serious hazards and limitations. Land in this class will
generally support very low intensity uses, such as conservation and open space.
The Environmental Composite Model - was prepared in a similar fashion to the Land
Suitability Map. An overlay analysis was performed, breaking the County into one acre cells
utilizing only map layers determined to be environmental factors. The layers used and their
assigned classes are outlined in Table 33.
Table 33.
Brunswick County Environmental Composite Map Layers
Laver
Class I
Class II
Class III
Coastal Wetlands
✓
Exceptional or Substantial Non -Coastal Wetlands
✓
Beneficial Non -Coastal Wetlands
✓
Estuarine Waters
✓
Soils with Slight or Moderate Septic Limitations
✓
Soils with Severe Septic Limitations
✓
Flood Zones
✓
Storm Surge Areas
✓
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Table 33 (Continued)
Laver
Class I
Class II
Class III
HQW Watersheds.
✓
Water Supply Watersheds
✓
Significant Natural Heritage Areas
✓
Protected Lands
✓
Source: North Carolina GIA and Coastal Area Management Act.
For a given cell, the computed value of the cell will be determined by the highest class
theme that contains the cell. For example, if a cell is in a coastal wetland (Class III) and in a storm
surge area (Class II) and intersects a soil with a slight or moderate septic limitation (Class I), the
cell value will be Class III. In other words, if a cell does not meet the criteria for Class III, but
qualifies as Class II, it has Class II for a value. If a cell does not qualify for either Class III or Class
II, then it is Class I by default. This order enables the modeler to leave out themes that are not
associated with Classes II or III to simplify the model (yielding the same results). The class
acreages are summarized in Table 34.
Table 34.
Brunswick County Environmental Composite Class Acreages Summary
Acres
% of Total
Class I
215,995.38
39.4%
Class II
55,161.65
10.1%
Class III
277,056.50
50.5%
TOTAL
548,213.53
100.0%
NOTE: These figures include all unincorporated and incorporated areas of the County.
Sources: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc., and NC Center for Geographic Analysis.
The resulting Environmental Composite Map is similar to the Land Suitability Map in that
Class III areas are consistent with the least suitable category and the Class I areas are related to
the most suitable areas. The primary difference is the absence of infrastructure in the
Environmental Composite Map that heightens the emphasis on environmental sensitivity and
relative land conservation value. The Future Land Use Map reflects the Class I, II, and III criteria.
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MAP 11
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Brunswick County
Land Use Plan
Environmental Composite
Legend
® Brunswick County
E NC County Boundaries
0%i NC DOT Primary Roads
Subbasins
Belville Corporate Limits
Boiling Spring Lakes Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores ETJ
Northwest Corporate Limits
QSt. James Corporate Limits
Hydrology
Environmental Composite
Class I
Class II
Class III
1 inch equals 19,000 feet
I l-1 U I I I Miles
0 1.5 3 6 9 12
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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C. Environmental Conditions (Water Quality, Natural Hazards, and
Natural Resources)
Brunswick County includes portions of the Cape Fear River Basin and the Lumber River
Basin. These plans were approved by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ) in
October 2005 and December 2003, respectively. The following are the goals of DWQ's basinwide
program:
• Identify water quality problems and restore full use to impaired waters.
• Identify and protect high value resource waters.
• Protect unimpaired waters, yet allow for reasonable economic growth.
These goals are accomplished through the following objectives:
• Collaborate with other agencies to develop appropriate management strategies.
• Assure equitable distribution of waste assimilative capacity.
• Better evaluate cumulative effects of pollution.
• Improve public awareness and involvement.
This section will serve to take a closer look at land use in Brunswick County and how it
relates to'water quality. This section has been compiled with information provided by the North
Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ). Under the Basinwide Management Program, the DWQ
completes' Basinwide Assessment Reports every five years to be utilized as a basis for the
Basinwide Management Plans.
Basinwide water quality planning is a non -regulatory, watershed -based approach to
restoring and protecting the quality of North Carolina's surface waters. Preparation of a basinwide
water quality plan is a five-year process. While these plans are prepared by the DWQ based on
data provided through the Basinwide Assessment Reports, their implementation and the protection
of water quality entails the coordinated efforts of many agencies, local governments, and
stakeholder groups in the state. The first cycle of plans was completed in 1994 for the Lumber
River Basin and 1996 for the Cape Fear River Basin. Each assessment report and plan is updated
at five-year intervals.
It should be noted that the results of the monitoring efforts are not intended to provide
precise conclusions about pollutant budgets for specific watersheds. Since the assessment
methodology is geared toward general conclusions, it is important not to manipulate the data to
support policy decisions beyond the accuracy of the data.
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Two primary methods of water quality testing were performed in Brunswick County. The
details of this methodology are described below so that the information on the results of this
testing can be better understood. The methods utilized were Benthic Macroinvertebrate Monitoring
and the Ambient Monitoring System. DWQ also observes water bodies for the existence of algal
blooms, which are an indication of poor water quality.
Benthic macroinvertebrates are organisms, primarily aquatic insect larvae, which live in and
on the bottoms of rivers and streams. The use of macroinvertebrate data has proven to be a
reliable water quality monitoring tool because most macroinvertebrates are immobile and sensitive
to subtle changes in water quality. Benthic communities also respond to, and show the effects of,
a wide array of potential pollutant mixtures.
The Ambient Monitoring System (AMS) is a network of stream, lake, and estuarine
(saltwater) water quality monitoring stations (about 420 statewide) strategically located for the
collection of physical and chemical water quality data (or parameters). Water quality parameters
are arranged by freshwater or saltwater water body classification and corresponding water quality
standards. Under this arrangement, Class C waters (refer to page 5-56 for a description of water
quality classifications and specific water quality ratings) are assigned minimum monthly
parameters, with additional parameters assigned to waters with classifications such as trout waters
and water supplies.
Prolific growths of phytoplankton, often due to high concentrations of nutrients, sometimes
result in "blooms" in which one or more species of alga may discolor the water or form visible mats
on the water's surface. Blooms may be unsightly and deleterious to water quality causing fish kills,
anoxia, and taste and odor problems.
As existing and future land use is considered in Brunswick County, these goals and
objectives should be kept in mind.
It should be noted that DWQ concluded that its current coastal stormwater rules have not
been adequately effective towards addressing water quality impacts to public trust waters. DWQ's
review of scientific studies resulted in a determination that local governments'simply deferring to
state and federal rules to address water quality issues still results in impaired local water quality
based on the following conclusions:
• Areas with impervious surfaces of 10% or greater can be linked to local stream
degradation.
• Biological diversity has been shown to drop when impervious surfaces increase
beyond 10-15%.
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• Stream stability is affected when impervious surfaces approach 10% in an area.
• Estuaries generally degrade with impervious surfaces of greater than 10%.
• Sensitive fish species loss increased after about 12% impervious surface.
The following information is provided by subbasins that geographically include some areas
located outside of Brunswick County. Brunswick County includes portions of the following
subbasins: 03-07-57, 03-07-59 (Lumber River Basin), and 03-06-17 (Cape Fear River Basin).
Map 12 delineates the subbasins, and the following provides a summary of existing conditions in
the three subbasins.
1. Subbasin 03-07-57 (Lumber River Basin)
Most of the land use in this subbasin is
either forest or agriculture. All tributary streams
tend to be intermittent, with little or no flow
during dry summer months. For this reason, most
of the DWQ sampling in this subbasin focused on
the Waccamaw River. Many of the Carolina Bays
in this subbasin were drained for agricultural land
use.
There are four (4) NPDES wastewater
discharge permits with a total permitted flow of
1.6 MGD. The largest discharger is Tabor City
WWTP (1.1 MGD). There are 15 registered swine
operations in this subbasin.
Subbasin 03-07-57
Land and Water Area (sq.mi.)
Total area: 555
Land Area: 552
Water area: 3
Population
1990 Est. Population:
Population Density:
1996 Land Cover (%)
Forest/Wetland: 74%
Agriculture: 25%
Urban:. <1%
Water: 1%
37,457
37 persons/sq.mi.
Municipalities: Carolina Shores, Calabash,
Tabor City, and Shallotte
During the Water Quality plan
development, there were four (4) benthic macroinvertebrate community sites sampled, two special
study sites, and data collected from three (3) ambient monitoring stations. The results of those
monitoring efforts are included in the Table 35, immediately following Map 12.
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Table 35.
Summary of Use Support Ratings by Use Support Category in Subbasin 03-07757
Use Su ort Rating
Basis
Aquatic Life
Recreation
Fish Consum tion
Supporting
Monitored
41.2 mi
32.3 mi
0
All Waters
41.2 mi
32.3 mi
0
Impaired
Monitored
0
0
0
All Waters
0
0
358.7 mi
Not Rated
Monitored
33.1 mi
0
0
No Data
N/A
284.3 mi
326.3 mi
0
Total
Monitored
74.4 mi
32.3 mi
0
All Waters
358.7 mi
358.7 mi
358.7 mi
Percent Monitored
20.7%
9.0%
0.0%
NOTE: All waters include monitored, evaluated and waters that were not assessed.
Source: 2003 Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Plan.
a. Recommendations
The 1994 Lumber River Basinwide Plan identified several stream segments as
impaired. These include the Waccamaw River, Muddy Branch, Bear Branch, Gore Creek (Gore
Lake), Toms Fork, Monie Swamp, and Caw Caw Swamp. The planned management strategy for
these waters was to investigate sources of impairment, to continue existing nonpoint source control
programs, and to conduct fish tissue monitoring and investigate sources of mercury in the
Waccamaw Rivera DWQ also recognized the need to more accurately determine natural versus
impacted swamp conditions.
In addition, management strategies to maintain adequate levels of oxygen in stream were
recommended. These strategies were aimed at new dischargers into the Waccamaw River
watershed.
2. Subbasin 03-07-59 (Lumber River Basin)
This subbasin is entirely located in Brunswick County and is the only subbasin in the entire
Lumber River basin where all waters drain to the Atlantic Ocean. Population growth in the
subbasin is primarily concentrated in the coastal communities, but also around the towns of
Shallotte and Calabash.
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There are three National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination Systems (NPDES) wastewater discharge
permits in this subbasin with a total permitted flow of
0.02 MGD. There is also one individual NPDES
stormwater permit in the subbasin. Brunswick County
and South Brunswick Water and Sewer Authority are
required to develop a stormwater program under
Phase II.
During the Water Quality plan development,
there were three benthic macroinvertebrate
community sites sampled. There was one. fish
community site sampled, and data was also collected
from 13 ambient stations. The results of those
monitoring efforts are found in the following tables.
Subbasin 03-07-59
Land and Water Area (sq.mi.)
Total area: 267
Land Area: 260
Water area: 7
Population Statistics
2000 Est. Population: 21,177 people
Land Cover (%)
Forest/Wetland: 75%
Surface Water: 3%
Urban: 4%
Agriculture: 18%
Municipalities: Boiling Spring Lakes,
Bolivia, Carolina Shores, Holden Beach, Oak
Island, Ocean Isle Beach, Shallotte, Sunset
Beach, and Varnamtown
Table 36.
Summary of Use Support Ratings by Use Support Category in Subbasin 03-07-59
Fish
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Shellfish
Use Surmort-Ratina
Basis
A uatic Life
consum tion
Recreation
Harvestin
Supporting
Monitored
22.2 mi
0
22.2 mi
673.9 Est. ac
2,170.0 Est. ac
2,039.2 Est. ac
25.6 coast
All Waters
22.2 mi
0
22.2 mi
673.9 Est. ac"
2,170.0 Est. ac
2,039.2 Est. ac
25.6 coast
Impaired
Monitored
0
25.6 coast
0
3,607.0 Est. ac
All Waters
0
146.5 mi
0
3,607.0 Est. ac
4,305.6 Est. ac
Not Rated
Monitored
5.9 mi
0
0
0
No Data
N/A
118.4 mi
0
123.7 mi
0
2,135.5 Est. ac
2,267.3 Est. ac
Total
Monitored
28.1 mi
25.6 coast
22.2 mi
4,280.8 Est. ac
2,170.0 Est. ac
2,039.2 Est. ac
25.6 coast
All Waters
146.5 mi
146.5 mi
146.5 mi
4,280.8 Est. ac
4,305.6 Est. ac
4,305.6 Est. ac
4,305.6 Est. ac
25.6 coast
25.6 coast
25.6 coast
Percent Monitored
19.2% mi
100.0% coast
15.2% mi
100%
50.4% Est. ac
47.4% Est. ac
100% coast
NOTE: All waters include monitored, evaluated and waters that were not assessed.
Source: 2003 Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Plan.
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Table 37.
Previously Impaired Shellfish Harvesting (SA) Waters in Subbasin 03-07-59
Name 1999 Status Acres
Calabash (DEH Area A-1) Partially Supporting 1,138
Shallotte River (DEH Area A-2) Partially Supporting 571
Lockwoods Folly River (DEH Area A-3) Partially Supporting 913
Total 1999 Impaired Acres 2,622 .
Source: 2003 Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Plan.
Table 38.
Currently Impaired Shellfish Harvesting (SA) Waters in Subbasin 03-07-59
Name
Assessment Unit Number
DEH Classification Status*
Acres
Portions of Intracoastal Waterway
15-25
CAO, PRO, CAC
2,118.0
Portions of Lockwoods Folly River
15-25-1-(16)
CAO, PRO, CAC
606.2
Portions of Shallotte River
15-25-1-(10)
CAO, PRO, CAC
647.3
Mullet Creek
15-25-1-19
PRO
5.7
Sams Branch
15-25-2-12-(2)
PRO
1.0
Spring Creek
15-25-1-21
PRO
2.4
]innys Branch
15-25-2-16-1-(2)
PRO
1.0
Kilbart Slough
15-25-4
PRO
0.7
Mill Creek
15-25-1-18-(2)
PRO
2.0
The Mill Pond
15-25-2-11-(2)
PRO
3.0
The Swash
15-25-2-14
CAO
3.9
Shallotte Creek
15-25-2-15-(3)
CAO
135.6
Saucepan Creek
15-25-2-16
PRO
62.6
Goose Creek
15-25-2-16-4-(2)
PRO
4.2
Calabash River
15-25-5
PRO
3.4
Hangman Branch
15-25-5-1
PRO
10.2
Total 2003 Impaired Acres
3;606.9
*Division of Environmental Health Classifications:
PRO = Prohibited;
COA = Conditionally Approved -Open; and CAC =
Conditionally Approved Closed.
Source: 2003 Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Plan.
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a. Status and Recommendations of Previously Impaired Waters
(i) Impaired Class SA Waters
Portions of Lockwood Folly and Shallotte Rivers, the Intracoastal Waterway,
and all of Calabash Creek were partially supporting in the 1999 basin plan because
they were classified as prohibited and conditionally approved -closed to shellfish
harvesting by DEH-SS. It was recommended that management strategies be
developed for shellfish harvesting waters. These strategies included, but were not
limited to, reducing nonpoint source (NPS) runoff, resolving septic system impacts,
and working more closely with other state and local agencies to address all pollution
impacts to SA waters. The differences in acreage estimates between years are not
necessarily related to changes in water quality, but to different methods of
estimating acreage and changes in use support methodology.
b. Status and Recommendations of Waters Newly Impaired
(portions ofthelntracoastalWaterway, Lockwood Folly River, ShallotteRiver, Mullet
Creek, Sams Branch, Spring Creek, Jinnys Branch, Obart Slough, Mill Creek, The Mill
Pond, The Swash, Shallotte Creek, Saucepan Creek, Goose Creek, Calabash River,
Hangman Branch)
(i) Status
Portions of all of these waters are currently impaired. These areas are
prohibited, conditionally approved -closed, or conditionally approved -open to
shellfish harvesting because of bacteria levels that do not meet approved area
criteria. All waters in the subbasin are considered impaired on an evaluated basis
because of fish consumption advice.
(ii) Recommendations
DWQ, DEH-SS, and the NC Coastal Nonpoint Source Program are developing
the database and expertise necessary to assess shellfish harvesting use support
using a frequency of closure based approach. This database will allow DWQ to
better assess the extent and duration of closures in Class SA waters. These tools
are not available for use support determinations in Class SA waters for the 2003
Lumber River basin assessment. DWQ believed it important to identify frequency
of closures in these waters, resulting in an interim methodology to be used based
on existing databases and GIS shapefiles. This will likely bring changes in reported
acreages in future assessments using the permanent methods and tools that define
areas and closure frequency.
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For the 2003 Lumber River basin assessment, DWQ used an interim
frequency of closures based method to assign use support ratings to Class SA
waters. DWQ worked with DEH-SS to determine the number of days and acreages.
that identified conditionally approved -open Class SA waters which were closed to
shellfish harvesting in the Lumber River basin during the assessment period
(September 1, 1996 to August 31, 2001). For the one growing area with
conditionally approved -open Class SA waters, DEH-SS and DWQ staff defined
subareas (within the larger conditionally approved -open area) that were opened and
closed at the same time. The number of days these conditionally approved -open
waters were closed was determined using proclamation summary sheets and the
original proclamations. The number of days that approved areas in the growing
area were closed due to preemptive closures because of named storms was not
counted. DEH-SS will continue to monitor bacteriological water quality in these
waters. DWQ, DEH, DCM and DMF are currently developing tools to better track
water quality changes, make use support decisions, and support research in
shellfishing harvesting waters of North Carolina.
The Division of. Marine Fisheries (DMF) is in the process of developing
Coastal Habitat Protection Plans (CHPP) with DWQ and DCM. These plans will
identify existing and potential threats to habitats important to coastal fisheries and
recommend actions to restore and protect them. The plans will also provide a
framework for adoption of rules to protect habitats vital to coastal fisheries. The
plans will help to assure consistent actions among the Coastal Resources
Commission (CRC), Environmental Management Commission (EMC), and the Marine
Fisheries Commission (MFC).
It should be noted that Brunswick County is currently working on a project in conjunction
with the N.C. Coastal Federation to identify growth management practices that are compatible with
maintaining water quality in the river. The project was funded through the Environmental
Protection Agency, and has been modeled after successful programs implemented in the upper
Chesapeake Bay.
c. Atlantic Ocean — Status and 2002 Recommendations
The Atlantic Ocean (25.6 coastline miles) is currently impaired in the fish
consumption category because there is a statewide consumption advice for mercury in fish tissue
that is applied to waters east and south of I-85, including the Atlantic Ocean where king mackerel
fish tissue was analyzed in 1999.
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d. Status and Recommendations for Waters with Noted Impacts
The surface waters discussed in this section are supporting designated uses based
on DWQ's use support assessment and are not considered to be impaired unless otherwise noted.
However, notable water quality problems and concerns have been documented for some waters
based on this assessment. Attention and resources should be focused on these waters to prevent
additional degradation or facilitate water quality improvement.
(i) Calabash River
Status and 2003 Recommendations
The Calabash River is currently impaired for shellfish harvesting. However,
it is observed from the DWQ ambient monitoring station, I9916000, that the
pH values (Site A-13) were lower than 6.8 in 18.4% of the samples. The
10"' percentile illustrates the value of the lower 10% of the measurement.
The 10t' percentile of pH was 6.7. The state's standard for saltwater is a
range of 6.8 to 8.5. Possible adjacent swamp waters could be influencing
this watershed. It was also observed at this ambient site that the fecal
coliform values exceeded the geometric mean of 14/100 ml in more than
10% of the samples for Class SA waters.
Water Quality Initiatives
The Calabash River watershed comprises one of 20 watersheds in the
Lumber River basin that has been identified by the NC Wetlands Restoration
Program (NCWRP) as an area with the greatest need and opportunity for
stream and wetland restoration efforts. This watershed will be given higher
priority than nontargeted watersheds for the implementation of NCWRP
restoration projects.
South Brunswick Water& Sewer Authority received $3,000,000 in state
Revolving Grant funds for a new collection system.
(ii) Shallotte River
Status and 2003 Recommendations
Site B-2 near US 17 was reduced from a good -fair bioclassification in 1996
to a fair bioclassification during the 2001 assessment. The decrease in
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bioclassification was possibly due to drought conditions and subsequent
effects of brackish intrusion during the low flow period. DWQ resampled
this site in September 2003 to assess potential drought impacts. The site
assessment in 2003 received a good -fair bioclassification. However, this
assessment found the highest number of species out of its historical
sampling regime including the freshwater/brackish shrimp, macrobrachium
olfersii. This crayfish -like species inhabits the transitional zones between
fresh and brackish water and is rarely seen. This is only the second location
found in North Carlina. The Shallotte River is currently rated supporting for
the aquatic life category.
Water Quality Initiatives
The Shallotte River watershed comprises one of 20 watersheds in the
Lumber River basin that has been identified by the NCWRP as an area with
the greatest need and opportunity for stream and wetland restoration
efforts. This watershed will be given higher priority than nontargeted
watersheds for the implementation of NCWRP restoration projects.
(iii) Lockwood Folly River
Status and 2003 Recommendations
Lockwood Folly River from north of Varnum to the mouth is impaired for the
shellfish harvesting category. The data from ambient monitoring sites
I9440000 and I9450000 showed the fecal coliform values exceeded the
geometric mean of 14/100 ml in more than 10% of the samples for Class SA
waters. DWQ will continue to monitor these stations.
Water Quality Initiatives
The NC Coastal Land Trust received a $652,000 grant from the Clean Water
Management Trust Fund (CWMTF) to acquire 263 acres along Lockwood
Folly River and Sandy Branch.
The Lockwood Folly River watershed comprises one of 20 watersheds in the
Lumber River basin that has been identified by the NCWRP as an area with
the greatest need and opportunity for stream and wetland restoration
efforts. This watershed will be given higher priority than nontargeted
watersheds for the implementation. of NCWRP restoration projects.
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The Army Corps of Engineers has a $1,440,000 aquatic habitat restoration
project on the lower Lockwood Folly River.
Brunswick County will continue to monitor water quality in the Lockwood
Folly River pending the results of the Lockwood Folly Water Quality Study.
(iv) Doe Creek
Status and 2003 Recommendations
A private developer was assessed a civil penalty for land clearing activities
where earth and fill were deliberately placed into wetlands. These activities
caused extreme turbid water in an unnamed tributary to Doe Creek. DWQ
has required the developer to implement a restoration plan.
(v) Mill Creek
Status and 2003 Recommendations
A private owner was assessed a civil penalty for excavating 19,000 linear,
feet of ditches in wetlands. An unnamed tributary of Mill Creek was
impacted by this activity. DWQ has required the owner to implement a
restoration plan.
(vi) Jinnys Branch and Saucepan Creek
Status and Water QualityInitiatives
Jinnys Branch and Saucepan Creek are currently impaired for the shellfish
harvesting category. The Jinnys Branch/Saucepan Creek watershed
comprises one of 20 watersheds in the Lumber River basin that has been
identified by the NCWRP as an area with the greatest need and opportunity
for stream and wetland restoration efforts. This watershed will be given
higher priority than nontargeted watersheds for the implementation of
NCWRP restoration projects.
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(vii) Davis Creek
Water Quality Initiatives
The Town of Oak Island received a $456,000 grant from the CWMTF to
acquire 30 acres along Davis Creek.
(vii) Bird Island
Water Quality Initiatives
The NC Division of Coastal Management received a $2,750,000 grant from
the CWMTF to. purchase Bird Island. Bird Island now falls under the
jurisdiction of the NC Division of Coastal Management, who established a
management plan for the 1,300 acres of coastal reserve located along Bird
Island.
(ix) Montgomery Slough
Status
Montgomery Slough is currently supporting for the aquatic life category.
However, it is currently impaired for the shellfish harvesting category.
Water Quality Initiative
The Town of Oak Island received a total of $2,200,155 from the State
Revolving Grants program for new collection lines and treatment
modifications.
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e. Additional Water Quality Issues within Subbasin 03-07-59
This section discusses issues that may threaten water quality in the subbasin that
are not specific to particular streams, lakes or reservoirs. The issues discussed may be related to
waters near certain land use activities or within proximity to different pollution sources.
(i) Water Quality Threats to Streams in Urbanizing Watersheds
Streams in this subbasin are already impacted from urban stormwater runoff
in shellfish harvesting waters and continue to be threatened by development
pressure. In order to prevent aquatic habitat degradation and impaired biological
communities, protection measures must be put in place immediately. The County
is a named community under Phase II of the National Pollutant Discharge
Elimination System Program. As a named community, the County has been
required to establish a comprehensive stormwater management program. The
permitting process, as well as the County's program, is discussed in detail in the
Stormwater Management Section of this plan.
(ii) Impacts of Post -Hurricane Desnagging on Instream Habitats
Many streams in the subbasin have noted impacts from the recent
hurricanes. The biological community in the streams can recover rapidly if instream
habitat is maintained. Desnagging operations should carefully remove debris from
stream channels to restore natural flow and leave enough instream habitats so the
biological community can recover.
(ii) Golf Courses
The number of golf courses in Brunswick County has grown vastly through
the last five years, making many of the small towns centers of golf activity. Utilizing
best management practices during and after construction of the courses can greatly
reduce nonpoint source pollution to adjacent streams. It is critical to implement
and maintain these management practices throughout the life of the golf course.
It should be noted that since the basinwide water quality plan was published, the
trend toward golf course development in Brunswick County has slowed.
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3. Subbasin 03-06-17 (Cape Fear River Basin)
Subbasin 03-06-17 is located in the outer Coastal
Plain and in estuarine regions of the basin. Most
tributaries in this subbasin are slow moving. tannin
stained streams or tidal creeks. There are 41 individual
NPDES wastewater discharge permits in subbasin 03-06-
17. The permitted flow is 99.9 MGD. The largest
dischargers are International Paper (50 MGD); Progress
Energy (3.5 MGD), New Hanover County WWTP (4
MGD), Wilmington Northside WWTP (16 MGD), and
Wilmington Southside WWTP (12 MGD).
During development of the 2005 Basinwide Plan,
there were eight (8) benthic community samples
collected, data was collected from 17 ambient monitoring
stations, and two (2) reservoirs were monitored. Use
support ratings were assigned for waters in the subbasin
for aquatic life, recreation, fish consumption, and water
supply categories. All waters are Impaired on an
evaluated basis in the fish consumption category because
Subbasin 03-06-17
(2005 Basinwide Plan)
Land and Water
Total area: 547 miZ
Land area: 498 mil
Water area: 49 miZ
Population Statistics
2000 Est. pop.: 78,348 people
Pop. density: 143 persons/miZ
Land Cover
Forest/Wetland:
74.7 %
Surface Water:
9.3%
Urban:
4.1%
Cultivated Crop:
7.6%
Pasture/Managed Herbaceous: 4.3%
Municipalities: Bald Head Island,
Belville, Boiling Spring Lakes, Bolton,
Caswell Beach, Leland, Navassa,
Northwest, Oak Island, Wilmington,
Sandy Creek, Southport, and St. James
of fish consumption advice that applies to the entire
basin. In the water supply category, all WS classified waters (1.6 miles) are Supporting on an
evaluated basis based on reports from DEH regional water treatment plant consultants. The
following table summarizes the resulting water quality monitoring efforts.
Table 39.
Water Quality Monitoring Subbasin 03-06-17
Aquatic Life Rating Summary Recreation Rating Summary
S
14,125.4
S acres
S
21,092.3
S acres
NR
2.0
S acres
I
96.6
S acres
I
6,457.0
S acres
S
44.1
FW miles
S
75.4
FW miles
NR*
5.6
Coast mile
NR
22.3
FW miles
I
4.7
Coast mile
NR
406.9
FW acres
ND
2,254.6
S acres
ND
2,859.2
S acres
ND
269.1
FW miles
ND
215.4
FW miles
ND
1,251.5
FW acres
ND
844.5
FW acres
ND
12.5
Coast mile
Fish Consumption Rating Summary
I 35.9
FW miles
I 23,443.5
S acres
I 277.3
FW miles
I 1,251.5
FW acres
I 22.8
Coast mile
ND 22.8 Coast mile
S = Supporting; S acres = Salt water acres; NR = Not rated; I = Impaired; FW = Freshwater; ND = No data; NR* = Not
rated for recreation. Source: 2005 Cape Fear River Basinwide Water Quality Plan.
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The following recommendations were provided in the 2005 Water Quality Plan:
Bald Head Creek. Bald Head Creek from source to the Cape Fear River (79.9 acres) is
Impaired for shellfish harvesting because this segment is classified by DEH SS as prohibited in
growing area B-2. Bald Head Creek will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
Beaverdam Creek. Beaverdam Creek from source to Polly Gully Creek (1 mile) is Not Rated
for aquatic life because bethnic community ratings could not be assigned at sites BB17, BB39, and
BB204 in 1999. The watershed was studied in 1999 to evaluate the effects of ditching associated
with the St. James Plantation development. Large amounts of silt in the creek promoted a shift
toward silt tolerant species. The Brunswick WTP discharge provided permanent flow and increased
the pH of the stream above what would be natural for streams in this area. A surprisingly pollution
intolerant bethnic community was present in some areas of the watershed: Beaverdam Creek from
Polly Gully Creek to.ICWW (11.3 acres) is Impaired for shellfish harvesting because this segment
is classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing area B-1. DWQ will continue to monitor
Beaverdam Creek. It is recommended that further development in this area avoid ditching and use
BMPs to prevent further siltatiation of streams in this watershed. Segment 18-88-9-1-(1.5) will be
added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
Cape Fear River Estuary, Brunswick River, Cape Fear River. The Brunswick River from
source to the Cape Fear River (743.7 acres) is Impaired for aquatic life because the dissolved
oxygen standard was violated in 14.3 percent of samples at site BA707. The dissolved oxygen
standard for SC classified waters is 5 mg/I. The pH standard was also below standard in 19.6
percent of samples. The low pH maybe associated with swamp drainage from the Black and
Northeast Cape Fear Rivers. Clairmont Shopping Center had significant violations of ammonia
permit limits during the last two years of the assessment period as well. The Cape Fear River from
International Paper intake to Bryant Mill Creek (3.8 miles) is Impaired on a monitored basis in the
fish consumption category.
The Cape Fear River from Bryant Mill Creek to Toomers Creek (18.5 miles) is Not Rated
because dissolved oxygen was below 4 mg/I in 11 and 13.8 of samples collect at sites BA640 and
BA639. This segment is classified as C Sw, which acknowledges natural characteristics of swamps
such as low pH. Also, BASF had significant violations of biological oxygen demand permit limits,
and Leland Industrial Park WWTP had significant violations of total suspended solids permit limits
during the last two years of the assessment period. BASF is under a special order of consent that
expires in August 2005.
The Cape Fear River from Toomers Creek to Snows Cut (5,616.7 acres) is Impaired for
aquatic life because the dissolved oxygen standard was violated in 42.9, 37.1, 16.4, 29.5, 23.2 and
10.4 percent of samples collected at sites BA642, BA644, BA708, BA709, BA713 and BA716. The
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dissolved oxygen standard for SC waters is 5 mg/I. The pH standard was also below the standard
in 38.5, 37.1, 10.4, 20.5, and 19.6 percent of samples at the same sites. The low pH may be
associated with swamp drainage from the Black and Northeast Cape Fear Rivers. The segment of
the Cape Fear River upstream of this area has a supplemental classification of Sw that
acknowledges that swamp streams may have lower dissolved oxygen and pH.
The Cape Fear River from Snows Cut to Federal Marsh (7,856.7 acres) is Supporting aquatic
life because no criteria were exceeded at site BA722, although Kure Beach WWTP had significant
violations of total suspended solids permit limits during the last two years of the assessment
period.
The Cape Fear River from Polly Gully Creek to ICWW (11.3 acres) is Impaired for shellfish
harvesting because these segments are classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing areas B-1
and B-4. Segments 18-(87.5)a is Supporting aquatic life and recreation because no criteria were
exceeded at sites BA722 and S-43. Segment 18-(87.5)b is Supporting shellfish harvesting and
aquatic life because this area is approved and no criteria were exceeded at site BA734.
DWQ is developing a TMDL to address the low dissolved oxygen in these segments. TMDL
targets and allocations will be addressed as part of the process. Modeling efforts will include a
watershed model of the Northeast Cape Fear River and hydrodynamic and water quality modeling
of the estuary. The TMDL was scheduled to be submitted to EPA in late 2005. Until the TMDL is
approved by EPA, new and expanding discharges will be carefully considered on a case -by -case
basis. The NPDES compliance process will be used to address the significant permit violations
noted above. Segment 18-(71)a and 18-77 will remain on the 303(d) list of Impaired waters
replacing the Cape Fear (DEH Area) B10 listing. Segments 18-(63)a and 18-(87.5)a, c and d will
be added to the list. In 2005, a NOAA grant was used to implement BMPs at the Carolina Beach
State Park Marina. The BMPs included two rain gardens to treat runoff from parking lots and two
inlet slip filters to filter sediment, oils, and grease from runoff.
Coward Creek. Coward Creek from source to the Cape Fear River (5.9 acres) is Impaired
for shellfish harvesting because this segment is classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing area
B-1. Coward Creek will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
Dennis Creek. Dennis Creek and Piney Point Creek south of the ICWW (45.7 acres) are
Impaired for shellfish harvesting because these segments are classified by DEH SS as prohibited
in growing area B-1. These creeks will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
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Dutchman Creek, Dutchman Creek Outlet Channel, and Dutchman Creek Shellfish Area.
Dutchman Creek, the Outlet Channel, and Shellfish Area north of the ICWW (192 acres) are
Impaired for shellfish harvesting because these segments are classified by DEH SS as prohibited
in growing area B-1. These creeks will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
Elizabeth River, Elizabeth River Shelffishing Area, and Molasses Creek Shellfish Area.
Elizabeth River, Shellfish Area, and Molasses Creek south of the ICWW (290.1 acres) are Impaired
for shellfish harvesting because these segments are classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing
area B-1. These creeks will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
Fishing Creek. Fishing Creek from source to Bald Head Creek (7.9 acres) is Impaired for
shellfish harvesting because this segment is classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing area B-1.
Fishing Creek will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters.
Intracoastal Waterway (ICWW). The Intracoastal Waterway from channel marker F1 to
Dutchmans Creek Outlet Channel (226.6 acres) is Impaired for shellfish harvesting because this
segment is classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing area B-1. This segment is Supporting
recreation because no criteria were exceeded at site S-41. The Intracoastal Waterway from
Dutchmans Creek Outlet Channel to Cottage Creek (96.6 acres) is Impaired for aquatic life because
the dissolved oxygen standard was violated in 11 percent of samples at site BA740. The dissolved
oxygen standard for SC classified waters is 5 mg/I. This segment is also Impaired for shellfish
harvesting and recreation because this segment is classified by DEH SS as prohibited in growing
area B-1 and because of permanent swimming advisories at site S-42. DWQ and DEH will continue
to monitor the ICWW and work with local governments to identify sources of bacteria and oxygen -
consuming materials. This segment of the ICWW will be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired
waters. TMDLs will be developed for identified stressors within 8-13 years of listing.
Town Creek. Town Creek from source to the Cape Fear River (32.1 miles) is Supporting
aquatic life because of a natural benthic community rating at site BB13. A sample in November
1999, after three hurricanes, indicated the benthic community was not severely impacted by the
storms. Town. Creek is Impaired on a monitored basis in the fish consumption category and will
be added to the 303(d) list of Impaired waters. In 2000, the NC Coastal Land Trust received a
$305,000 CWMTF grant to acquire 260 acres conservation easements along Town Creek, with an
additional 320 acres of donated conservation easements included in the project. In 2001, the NC
Coastal Land Trust received a $277,000 CWMTF grant to acquire 115 acres conservation easements
along Town and Russell Creeks, with an additional 135 acres of donated conservation easements
included in the project. In 2002, the NC Coastal Land Trust received a $2,095,000 CWMTF grant
to acquire 638 acres along Town Creek.
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Southport Restricted Area. The Southport Restricted Area, on the west bank of the Cape
Fear River from Price Creek to Southport (715.3 acres), is Not Rated for aquatic life on an
evaluated basis because the ADM Southport Plant had significant violations of total settable solids
permit limits during the last two years of the assessment period that could have negatively
impacted aquatic life. The NPDES compliance process will be used to address the significant permit
violations noted above.
4. Shellfishinci
The following table provides updated information regarding shellfishing areas throughout
Brunswick County. This information is current and should clarify any discrepancies present in the
basinwide plans. At this time, acreages for conditionally opened and closed areas are not available.
The plan will be updated to reflect this information when it becomes available. See Appendix V for
specific areas prohibited for shellfishing.
Table 40.
Status of Shellfishing Areas in Brunswick County
Acres
Area
Open
Closed
Calabash Creek
602
1,198
Shallotte River
794
556
Lockwood Folly River
718
932
Southport Area
-0-
1,325
Buzzard Bay
2,733
117
The Basin Area
75
-0-
Source: NCDENR Recreation and Shellfish Division.
III. ANALYSIS OF LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT
A. Introduction
The Division of Coastal Management Land Use Plan Guidelines (15A NCAC 7B.0207) require
that existing land uses and water uses be mapped. The land and water use maps should be
utilized as working documents and serve as a basis for the development of the future land use
map(s). Specifically, this plan should address the following:
• Significant land use compatibility problems;
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• Significant water use compatibility problems including those identified in any water
supply plan appendix and those identified in the applicable Division of
Environmental Management basinwide plan;
• Significant problems that have resulted from unplanned development and that have
implications for future land use, water use, or water quality;
• An identification of areas experiencing or likely to experience changes in
predominant land uses, including agricultural and forestry land being converted to
other uses and previously undeveloped shoreline areas where development is now
occurring;
• Significant water quality conditions and the connection between land use and water
quality.
A Land Use in Relation to Water Quality
Water quality monitoring is conducted and reported at the subbasin level. . Brunswick
County falls within two major river basins, and within these two basins three separate subbasins.
The subbasins that fall within Brunswick County are the Cape Fear River Basin (03-06-17) and the
Lumber River Basin (03-07-59 and 03-07-57). The following provides a summary of water quality
issues within each of the subbasins, as well as how land use in these areas impact the overall water
quality ratings. Map 13 provides an overview of land use in relation to water quality.
1. Cape Fear River Basin (Subbasin 03-06-17)
This subbasin falls primarily along the southern reaches of the Cape Fear River Basin. The
area encompassed by the subbasin takes in a small portion of Wilmington, located in New Hanover
County, but is predominantly located within the eastern portion of Brunswick County including the
towns of Leland, Belville, Navassa, Boiling Spring Lakes, and Southport. Development within this
subbasin has been extremely rapid over the last ten years, and this pace is expected to continue.
Within this subbasin there are several large water -dependent significant natural heritage areas.
These areas have been mapped and are shown on page 5-52. There are currently 41 NPDES
permitted dischargers in the subbasin. One of the largest recorded dischargers is located within
Brunswick County (Progress Energy).
The following table provides a summary of all biological assessment sampling sites located
within Brunswick County. The table provides the 1998 and 2003 bioclassification of each site.
Hood Creek is classified as occurring in the Swamp P region. Hood Creek can have very low
summer flows, so this stream was sampled for benthic macroinvertebrates in March 1998 and
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February 2003. Summer flows in 2003 were actually well below normal. Hood Creek at US74/76
was rated Natural in 1998, but declined to Moderate in 2003. There was no change in the
dominant species between years; most of the change was due to the loss of rare taxa. Some of
this decline may have been related to the high flows recorded throughout most of late 2002 and
early 2003. Lewis Swamp drains a largely forested area, although some residential land use also
occurs in this area. The stream had a distinct channel downstream of the bridge, but in 2003 there
was a beaver pond in the upstream area. Below the beaver dam, the swamp had a more braided
channel. There was an area of relatively swift flow immediately upstream of the bridge. The
benthic fauna was sampled in the winter and classified with Region P swam stream criteria.
Although there were many between -year changes in the composition of the community, summary
parameters were fairly stable between 1998 and 2003.
Detailed information regarding all three subbasins is provided in the environmental
conditions/water quality section of the plan. This section begins on page 5-62. Discussions within
this section include recommendations for improving water quality within the subbasin.
Table 41.
Waterbodies Monitored in Subbasin 03-06-17 in the Cape Fear River Basin, Brunswick County, 1998 and
2003 (Benthic Macroinvertebrate Community Monitoring Sites)
Site #
Stream
Location
1998
2003
B-2
B-4
Hood Creek
Lewis Swamp
US 74/76
SR 1410
Natural
Natural
Moderate
Natural
Source: 2004 Cape Fear River Basinwide Assessment Report.
2. Lumber River Basin (Subbasin 03-07-57)
This subbasin covers the western third of Brunswick County. The largest town within this
subbasin is Tabor City, which is located in Columbus County. A portion of Carolina Shores is also
located within this subbasin. Land use within this subbasin is predominantly forested with higher
concentrations of development within Tabor City, as well as the extraterritorial jurisdiction of
Carolina Shore along US Highway 17. Development within this subbasin has not been as rapid as
in the eastern and south/central portions of the County, however, the pace of development is
beginning to increase. There are currently four permitted NPDES dischargers in the subbasin,
however the only municipal discharge is currently Tabor City. There was one benthic
macroinvertebrate community monitoring site within Brunswick County but it was not rated.
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MAP 13
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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3. Lumber River Basin (Subbasin 03-07-59)
This subbasin covers the entire central portion of Brunswick County. The entire subbasin
is located within Brunswick County, and all waters within the subbasin flow to the Atlantic Ocean.
The largest municipality within the subbasin is Shallotte, as well as the beach communities located
to the south. Growth within the southern portion of this subbasin has been significant, and this
trend is expected to continue as more high to moderate density subdivisions are platted and
developed south of the US Highway 17 corridor. There are currently three NPDES wastewater
discharge permits within the subbasin. Please refer to the environmental conditions/water quality
discussion of the plan for a detailed discussion of impaired waters and recommendations for
improving water quality with in this subbasin. The following provides a summary of the waterbody
monitoring sites for Subbasin 03-07-59.
Table 42.
Waterbodies Monitored in Subbasin 03-07-59 in the Lumber River Basin, Brunswick County, 1996 and
2001 (Benthic Macroinvertebrate Community Monitoring Sites)
Site # Stream Location 1996 2001
B-1 Royal Oak Swamp NC 211 Good -Fair Not Rated
B-2 Shallotte River Near US 17 Good -Fair Fair
Source: 2002 Lumber River Basinwide Assessment Report.
Royal Oak_ Swamp drains a watershed that is mostly forested with no municipalities and no
NPDES facilities. At NC 211, the site is seven meters wide with a substrate composed largely of
muck and woody debris. The riparian area is completely forested and excellent instream habitat
included abundant snags and logs and emergency macrophytes. The swamp has periods of flow
interruption during summer months, therefore, this stream was evaluated using swamp methods
during the winter. This site is intermediate between a Coastal A (permanent) stream and a swamp
stream. During a relatively wet summer, this stream will have good flow, but a lack of flow has
been observed during summer droughts.
The Shallotte River is located in an area where the stream is braided and shallow with good
flow. A large city park, located just upstream has eliminated most of the riparian area on that side.
Substrate was mostly sand with a layer of detritus. Woody debris was abundant, while root mats
and macrophytes were absent. The water was turbid and there was evidence of a recent high -flow
event.
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4. Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL)
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires, as a result of the Clean Water Act,
states to develop a list of all waters not meeting uses or where standards are violated (Section
303(d) list) and to develop TMDLs or management plans that can guide the restoration of those
water bodies. The Modeling/TMDL unit within the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (DWQ)
develops the 303(d) list and the TMDLs for North Carolina.
The DWQ reports that a TMDL is a calculation of the maximum amount of a pollutant, point
and nonpoint sources, that a waterbody can receive and still meet water quality standards, and an
allocation of that amount to the pollutant's sources. Water quality standards are set by the state
that identify the uses for each waterbody. In 2002 the Modeling/TMDL Unit set a goal to develop
TMDLs for all impaired waterbodies within 10 years of their first placement on the state's 303(d)
list.
Implementation plans are the basis for initiating local, regional, and state actions that
reduce pollutant loads to levels established in TMDLs. Implementation may affect land use in areas
with waterbodies on the state's 303(d) list. This could include establishing more stringent storm
water requirements, revising building setback lines, and/or increasing buffer requirements.
C. Brunswick County Land Use
The existing land use in Brunswick County was mapped by aerial photographs, windshield
surveys, and Geographical. Information System (GIS) data provided by Brunswick County. The
existing land use is depicted on Map 14, and land use for participating municipalities is shown on
Maps 15 through 19.
Tables 43, 44, 45, and 46 provide approximate land use acreage summaries for the entire
County and individually for subbasins 03-06-17 (Cape Fear River Basin) and 03-07-57 and 03-07-59
(Lumber River Basin). Brunswick County has a land coverage of 484,449 acres or 756.9 square
miles. The majority of the County is located in subbasin 03-07-59 of the Lumber River Basin, which
is located entirely within the County. Within the entire County the majority of the land, 80.2%, is
utilized as vacant. The second largest land use in Brunswick County is residential/agricultural,
which in the County as a whole includes 73,815.05 acres, or 15.4% of the County. However, it
should be noted that this includes the Green Swamp area.
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Table 43.
Brunswick County Total Acreage, 2005
(Includes unincorporated areas of the County and all municipalities participating in the plan)
Land Use
Parcels
Acres
% of Total
Commercial
221
752.90
0.16%
Industrial
140
1,682.12
0.35%
Multi -Family Residential*
208
156.95
0.03%
Mobile Home
33
165.60
0.03%
Office & Institutional
190
2,569.94
0.53%
Residential/Agricultural**
3,596
98,201.57
20.27%
Recreation
29
1,368.89
0.28%
Single -Family Residential***
16,174
9,626.78
1.99%
Vacant
51,219
369,288.62
76.23%
Water
46
635.93
0.13%
Total
71,856 `
484,449.32
100.00%
*There is no assumption of density. This category includes parcels where there are more than one dwelling unit per
parcel.
**Low densityresidential includes areas where residential density is primarily 1.5 acres per dwelling unit or greater.
***Residential includes areas where residential density is primarily less than 1.5 acres per dwelling unit.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc and Brunswick County GIS.
Table 44.
Brunswick County Acreage — Subbasin 03-06-17
Land Use
Parcels
Acres
% of Total
Commercial
96
445.99
0.22%
Industrial
75
742.35
0.36%
Multi -Family Residential*
38
35.73
0.02%
Mobile Home
8
80.54
0.04%
Office & Institutional
83
1,117.10
0.54%
Residential/Agricultural**
1,406
46,021.51
22.40%
Recreation
21
872.24
0.42%
Single -Family Residential***
5,297
3,280.27
1.60%
Vacant
16,711
152,194.57
74.09%
Water
46
635.93
0.31%
Total
23,781
205,426.22
100.00%
*There is no assumption of density. This category includes parcels where there are more than one dwelling unit per
parcel.
**Low density residential includes areas where residential density is primarily 1.5 acres per dwelling unit or greater.
***Residential includes areas where residential density is primarily less than 1.5 acres per dwelling unit.
NOTE: Figures include unincorporated areas of the County and the participating municipalities.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc and Brunswick County GIS.
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Table 45.
Brunswick County Acreage — Subbasin 03-07-57
Land Use
Parcels
Acres
% of Total
Commercial
15
136.59
0.09%
Industrial
18
87.02
0.06%
Multi -Family Residential*
61
71.26
0.05%
Mobile Home
4
13.13
0.01%
Office & Institutional
20
352.26
0.24%
Residential/Agricultural**
817
36,568.50
24.57%
Recreation
7
335.69
0.23%
Single -Family Residential***
2,995
2,406.07
1.62%
Vacant
5,512
108,860.50
73.14%
Total
9,449
148,831.02
100.0%
*There is no assumption of density. This category includes parcels where there are more than one dwelling unit per
parcel.
**Low density residential includes areas where residential density is primarily 1.5 acres per dwelling unit or greater.
***Residential includes areas where residential density is primarily less than 1.5 acres per dwelling unit.
NOTE: Figures include unincorporated areas of the County and the participating municipalities.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc and Brunswick County GIS.
Table 46.
Brunswick County Acreage — Subbasin 03-07-59
Land Use
Parcels
Acres
% of Total
Commercial
111
170.32
0.13%
Industrial
47
852.76
0.66%
Multi -Family Residential*
109
49.96
0.04%
Mobile Home
21
71.93
0.06%
Office & Institutional
91
3,340.19
2.60%
Residential/Agricultural**
1,381
14,959.51
11.64%
Recreation
5
160.96
0.13%
Single -Family Residential***
7,936
3,939.87
3.06%
Vacant
29,157
105,023.63
81.69%
Total
381858
128,569.13
100.00%
*There is no assumption of density. This category includes parcels where there are more than one dwelling unit per
parcel.
**Low density residential includes areas where residential density is primarily 1.5 acres per dwelling unit or greater.
***Residential includes areas where residential density is primarily less than 1.5 acres per dwelling unit.
NOTE: Figures include unincorporated areas of the County and the participating municipalities.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc and Brunswick County GIS.
Brunswick County
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1. Summary of Land Use Conditions
The following summarizes the existing land use conditions in Brunswick County:
• The County is predominantly vacant.
• While the County is predominantly vacant, it is one of the fastest growing counties
in the state.
• Growth is occurring along the corridors of better suited lands which are located
along the US 17, NC 87, NC 133, and NC 211 corridors. The US 17 corridor is
developing as a major commercial corridor.
• Commercial and industrial development currently occupy very small percentages of
total developed land in Brunswick County.
• All of the participating municipalities in this plan are predominantly residential
• Agricultural land use continues to be a significant land use in Brunswick County.
2. Land Use Compatibility Issues
There are several land use compatibility problems within Brunswick County. This is
primarily due to the abundance of environmentally sensitive areas that exist throughout the
County. The following provides a summary of the problems that exist:
• Platting and development of subdivisions on unsuitable soils and construction in
floodplain areas.
• Portions of the County that are highly suitable for development, such as land
immediately adjacent to US Highway 17, are bordered by large portions of land
unsuitable for development. This may constrain development in these areas,
especially along major corridors.
• There is a heavy reliance on private septic tanks for wastewater treatment
throughout the County. Soils throughout the County are considered poor for use
with these systems, but at this time the county's central sewer system only serves
approximately 17% of all residential units in the County.
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• As discussed on page 5-38 of the plan, approximately 14% of Brunswick County's
total land area is comprised of soils classified as prime farmland. According to the
NC Department of Agriculture, 55% of the county's agricultural production is made
up of crop production. With development continuing at a rapid pace throughout the
County, residential subdivisions have begun to infringe on land traditionally utilized
for farming activities. This issue will be addressed further in the Future Land Use
and Policy Statements sections of the plan.
• Strip commercial development is beginning to take place along major corridors,
including US Highway 17, NC 211, and NC 87. This development appears to be
taking place at key intersections, and may begin to infringe on residential areas if
not controlled. This problem has been addressed through the adoption of a
highway overlay zone in the County's zoning ordinance.
• The proximity of Sunny Point, Progress Energy, and the proposed International Port
to urbanized areas is a significant land use conflict. The county's emergency
response personnel should monitor this closely and maintain up to date evacuation
routes and procedures.
• There is a threat within Brunswick County that future growth will infringe upon
Significant Natural Heritage Areas, or other environmentally sensitive portions of the
County. These areas are widespread in Brunswick County, and have been discussed
in the natural systems analysis of the plan. Protection of these areas in a time of
such substantial development pressure is imperative.
The most significant constraint to development throughout Brunswick County is the lack of
a County -wide central sewer system. Brunswick County is one of the fastest growing counties in
the nation, but until sewer service is more extensive growth will remain constrained to portions of
the County that either will support private septic tank systems, or that currently are served by the
county's existing system. The County sewer system is discussed in more detail in the Community
Facilities section of the plan.
There are several portions of the County that are expected to experience substantial land
use changes over the next ten to fifteen years. Development is expected to increase along the US
Highway 17 corridor. Residential development between the Brunswick County line and Carolina
Shores is expected to continue. Land prices are more affordable in this area, compared with the
coastal areas of the County. This will allow for the construction of more moderately priced housing
developments. As these subdivisions are constructed, infill commercial development will take place
to support the growing population in these rural areas. Development along this corridor should
be monitored to ensure that proper land use patterns develop and that the increased growth does
not result in significant land use conflicts.
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The most rapidly developing portion of the County is located south of US Highway 17
between the municipalities of Carolina Shores and Bolivia. There are several large golf course
communities and planned residential developments located in this portion of the County.
Development of this type is especially rapid between Shallotte and the South Carolina state line
where the County has experienced development pressure stemming from the Myrtle Beach/Grand
Strand Area. Large development companies have already targeted this region south of Highway
17 for the development of additional large scale mixed use subdivisions. These developers are
awaiting the point when the county's infrastructure development catches up with the current rate
of growth.
The third area within the County that has experienced significant growth is the area
surrounding the towns of Southport, Oak Island, and Boiling Spring Lakes. Residential and
commercial development surrounding these towns continues to increase. Existing municipal and
County infrastructure serves portions of this area, which makes development much more feasible
at this time. This portion of the County has a variety of commercial establishments, as well as
medical services, making it a more desirable location for retirees and the elderly population.
There are a couple of projects in the planning stages that could have a significant impact
on land use within Brunswick County. The Cape Fear Skyway is a new 9.5 mile roadway that
provides access to the County from US Highway 421 in New Hanover County to US Highway 17
Bypass in Brunswick County. The project includes a bridge over the ocean -shipping channel in the
estuarial channel of the Cape Fear River. The estimated cost of the project is between $425 million
and $905 million. The road will be constructed and operated by the North Carolina Turnpike
Authority and as such will be a toll road. The Cape Fear Skyway project timeline is outlined below.
Table 47.
Cape Fear Skyway Project Timeline
• Financial Feasability Study
Winter 2007
• Draft Environmental Report .
Summer 2008
• Final Environmental Report
Spring 2009
• Award Construction Contract
Fall 2009
• Project Open To Traffic
2015
Source: NC Turnpike Authority.
Another project that, if developed, could have a significant impact on Brunswick County
land use is the International Port that could be located just north of Southport on the Cape Fear
River. According to a March 15, 2007, report in the Star News, the $1 billion new port would be
funded by the North Carolina Ports Authority with contributions from state, federal, and private
sources and have the first phase open by 2016.
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It is expected that the new port will attract new businesses and industries to the area and,
as a result, create new jobs. Land use in that area is likely to transition from vacant to developed.
Development could include new businesses and industries as well as residential developments to
accommodate a population increase resulting from the new jobs. The development in the area will
take a toll on the current transportation system. Therefore, studies will need to be completed to
determine the traffic generated by the proposed port and how to plan for the increased traffic in
the area.
The North Carolina Division of Waste Management's Superfund Section investigates
uncontrolled and unregulated hazardous waste sites by identifying risks, prioritizing them for clean
up, and directing cleanup. The Section urges developers to examine site maps to locate the
proximity of CERCLIS (Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability
Information System) or hazardous waste sites identified in the County. There are 18 hazardous
waste site in Brunswick County. Eleven sites have been removed from the CERCLIS list, but could
still be listed on the NC Inactive Hazardous Sites Branch Inventory. Those sites include:
• Carolina Power and Light Brunswick Steam Electric Plant Site (NCD 091 570 960)
• Pfizer Inc. Site (NCD 075 578 385)
• Archer Daniels Midland PCB Spill Site (NCD 986 215 671)
• Brunswick County Landfill Site (NCD 980 502 835)
• Dupont E.I. De Nemours & Company Site (NCD 047 369 046)
• General Wood Preserving Company Site (NCD 093 137 636) - NC Brownfields Program*
• National Starch & Chemical Company Site (NCD 091 572 073)
• Holding Pond For Waste Site (NCD 045 920 279)
• Chemical Cartage Company Site (NCD 000 183 103)
• NC DOT Maintenance Yard PCB Site (NCD 982 119 612)
• Royster Fertilizer Site (NCD 000 407 775)
The seven (7) sites that are still included on the CERCLIS list are:
• Carolina Creosoting Corporation Site (NCD 003 184 710) - NC Brownfields Program*
• Estech General Chemical Corp. Site (NCD 051 827 905)
• US DOD Military Ocean Terminal Site (NCD 210 020 541)
• Kerr-McGee Chemical Corporation Site (NCD 980 557 805)
• Potter's Septic Tank Service Pits Site (NCD 981 023 260)
• Mulberry Road Site NCS FNO 406 896)
• Wilmington Branch Site (NCD 001 704 980)
*The North Carolina Brownfields Program is a reuse program for contaminated sites. Under this
program, developers negotiate an agreement that defines activities for the reuse of a contaminated
site, but is not treated the same as the party responsible for contaminating the site. The party
responsible contamination is still responsible for cleanup. The General Wood Preserving Company
Site was completed. The Carolina Creosoting Corporation Site is an active project.
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Additionally, the NC Division of Waste Management's Underground Storage Tank (UST)
Section has the following recommendations for new developments:
• Remove any abandoned or out -of -use USTs. The UST Section should be notified
of any USTs to be permanently closed or installed.
• Any UST installed within 500' of a public water supply well or within 500' of any
surface water classified as HQW, ORW, WS-I, WS-II, or SA must be secondarily
contained.
• Any releases from USTs must be reported to the local UST section.
• . Any soils excavated during demolition or construction that show evidence of
chemical or petroleum contamination, such as stained soil, odors, or free product
must be reported immediately to the local Fire Marshall to determine whether
explosion or inhalation hazards exist. Contaminated soils must be properly disposed
and the final disposition of soils must be reported to the local UST section.
• Any above ground fuel tanks must be installed and maintained in accordance with
applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Any chemical or petroleum spills to the land surface or "waters of the state" must
be contained and the area of impact properly restored. Spills of significant quantity
must be reported to the NC Division of Water Quality.
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3. Historic and Archeological Sites
The North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources, Division of Archives and History, has
indicated that there are 5 known sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places within the
Brunswick County planning area. The old Brunswick County Courthouse is located within the City
of Southport, which is a non -participating jurisdiction. Information on all archaeological locations
is restricted and may not be included in any public document or made available to any individual
without the permission of the state archaeologist. Any development projects should be
implemented under appropriate historic preservation legislation and in coordination with the
Division of Archives and History to avoid damage to valuable archaeological resources. Below is
a list of those sites and their general location:
Site Location
Brunswick County Courthouse Southport, NC
Brunswick Town Historic District Located off NC 133
Orton Plantation On the Cape Fear River (juncture of SR 1530 and SR 1529)
St. Philips Church Ruins South of Orton off SR 1533
T.B. McClintic Tripps Marina, Shallotte Point
Also of historic significance are Fort Johnston, Fort Caswell, and the Bald Head Island
Lighthouse.
4. Existing Land Use in Participating Municipalities
Table 48 provides a summary of land uses within each of the five municipalities participating
in Brunswick County's planning process: Carolina Shores, Belville, Boiling Spring Lakes, St James,
and Northwest. Developed land use within each of the municipalities is predominantly single-family
residential. Non-residential land uses within each of these towns is comprised almost entirely of
small retail commercial establishments, schools, and office and institutional uses.
The two most rapidly developing areas are Carolina Shores and St. James. St. James,
although a gated community, is one of the'fastest growing planned residential developments in the
nation. Carolina Shores is the only municipality that currently has an extraterritorial planning
jurisdiction. The ETJ of Carolina Shores extends north of town to encompass properties located
north of US Highway 17. Maps 15 through 19 provide a detailed view of land uses within each of
the participating municipalities.
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Table 48.
Participating Municipalities - Existing Land Use
Land Use
St. James
Belville
Boiling Spring Lakes
Carolina Shores
Northwest
Town Limits
ETJ
Total
Acres
% of
Total
Acres
% of
Total
Acres
% of
Total
Acres
% of
Total
Acres
% of
Total
Acres
% of
Total
Acres
% of
Total
COM
0.00
0.0%
11.12
1.9%
37.86
0.3%
36.48
3.1%
15.55
0.8%
52.03
1.7%
37.44
1.0%
IND
0.00
0.0%
12.81
2.2%
0.00
0.0%
0.00
0.0%
22.11
1.2%
22.11
0.7%
0.09
0.0%
MFR*
18.86
0.4%
2.22
0.4%
0.00
0.0%
2.71
0.2%
8.09
0.4%
10.80
0.4%
0.00
0.0%
MH
0.00
0.0%
0.00
0.0%
0.00
0.0%
0.00
0.0%
0.30
0.0%
0.30
0.0%
0.00
0.0%
0&1
10.24
0.2%
41.60
7.3%
87.20
0.6%
22.74
1.9%
25.94
1.4%
48.68
1.6%
3.77
0.1%
RA**
4.09
0.1%
57.52
10.0%
148.69
1.1%
36.89
3.2%
235.45
12.4%
272.34
8.9%
931.81
24.2%
REC
827.83
17.2%
0.00
0.0%
157.11
1.1%
0.003
0.0%
163.65
8.6%
163.65
5.3%
0.00
0.0%
SFR***
334.91
7.0%
87.79
15.3%
591.33
4.2%
419.81
35.9%
162.19
8.5%
582.00
19.0%
131.34
3.4%
Vacant
3,254.83
67.7%
359.32
62.8%
12,551.06
88.3%
492.99
42.2%
1,086.14
57.1%
1,579.13
51.4%
2,654.20
69.0%
Water
53.62
1.1%
0.00
0.0%
639.05
4.5%
0.00
0.0%
0.00
0.0%
0.0
0.0%
0.00
1 0.0%
TOTAL
4,504.38
93.7%
572.37
100.0%
14,212.30
100.0%
1,011.61
86.5%
1,719.42
90.4%
2,731.04
89.0%
3,749.65
97.5%
ROW
304.42
6.3%
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
157.29
13.5%
181.69
9.6%
338.97
11.0%
95.83
2.5%
TOTAL
4,808.80
100.0%
572.37
100.0%
14,212.30
100.o%
1,168.90
10.0%
1,910.12
100.0%
3,070.01
1 100.0%
1 3,845.48
100.0%
*There is no assumption of density. This category includes parcels where there are more than one dwelling unit per parcel.
**Low density residential includes areas where residential density is primarily 1.5 acres per dwelling unit or greater.
***Residential includes areas where residential density is primarily less than 1.5 acres per dwelling unit.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc. and Brunswick County GIS.
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++Definitions of land use for Table 48:
(COM) Commercial —.includes all retail uses except those relating to farm operations or other
agricultural areas.
(IND) Industrial — includes all manufacturing, construction, contracting, transportation, utilities
wholesaling, mining, and warehousing operations.
(MFR) Multi -Family Residential — includes all tax parcels where there is a presence of three or
more dwelling units on a single lot. Under this land use category, there is no assumption
of density.
(MH) Mobile Home includes parcels on which mobile homes are located.
(0&I) Office & Institutional — includes all private, federal, state, County, and local government
offices. This land use category also includes churches, cemeteries, hospitals, charitable
organizations, and other civic or religious facilities.
(REC) Recreational — includes lands for which the primary purpose is for outdoor recreation or
natural area conservation. This may include public or private -owned parks, outdoor
sporting clubs, golf courses, marinas, campgrounds, or areas for which the primary purpose
is preservation and conservation of undeveloped natural areas.
(RA) Residential Agricultural — this category was developed to address large parcels of land that
have both residential and agricultural uses. There are a substantial number of homes in
the County located on large parcels that accommodate both farming activities and a
primary residence. Development in these areas is considered to be low density and
includes areas where the development density is 1.5 acres per dwelling unit or greater.
(SFR) Single -Family Residential — includes all lots that have less than 1.5 acres per dwelling unit,
and support single-family residential structures.
Vacant — includes parcels where no development has taken place.* These are parcels that are
undisturbed and do not have development constraints or conservation easements tied to them.
Water —This category accounts for interior portions of the County that are covered by permanent
waterbodies.
(ROW) Right -of -Way — includes all street and roadways that have been included in the land use
survey.
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D. EXISTING LAND SUITABILITYANAL YSIS
A thorough analysis of all impediments to development, as well as existing community
facilities, has been completed in the preceding sections. All of these variables factor into suitability
for development for a specific piece of property. In order to assess what effect the various man-
made and environmental constraints will have on development throughout Brunswick County, an
overlay analysis was performed. This overlay analysis is a GIS-based process geared toward
evaluating the suitability of land for development. The procedure is very similar to the practice
developed by Ian McHarg, in which geospatial data layers are referenced to each other in an effort
to determine what portions of a land mass appear to be the most favorable sites for a specific land
use.
The overall process utilized Arcview GIS software with the Spatial Analyst extension along
with data layers provided by the North Carolina Center for Geographic Information and Analysis
(NCGIA). The analysis takes into consideration a number of factors, including natural systems
constraints, compatibility with existing land uses and development patterns, existing land use
policies, and the availability of community facilities. The end product of this analysis is a land
suitability map that shows underutilized land that is suited or not suited for development (see Map
20). This map can be used as a foundation for the discussion and formation of county -wide land
use policy and should be compared to the future land use map (Map 26, page 6-75).
Land suitability analysis involves the application of criteria to the landscape to assess where
land is most and least suitable for development of structures and infrastructure. A computer
application is not essential for this analysis, but greatly simplifies the process. There are eight key
steps to completing the overlay analysis:
(1) Define criteria for the analysis
(2) Define data needed
(3) Determine what GIS analysis operations should be performed
(4) Prepare the data
(5) Create a model
(6) Run the model
(7) Analyze results
(8) Refine model as needed
All of these steps have been completed and, as noted above, the end product is displayed
on Map 20. There were no additions or adjustments to the default layer sets and weighting factors
provided by the Division of Coastal Management to the County for the existing land suitability
analysis map.
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Prior to producing the map, data was compiled and each data layer in conjunction with
criteria was assigned a weight. The County was then divided into one -acre squares. Each of these
one -acre squares of land was given a score based on how that respective piece of property related
to each data layer. The score for each data layer was multiplied against that given layer's weight.
The scores for each layer were added together to determine a suitability rating for that one -acre
square of property. The suitability rating falls into four primary categories: least suitable, low
suitability, medium suitability, and high suitability.
The following table summarizes all data layers used, including the criteria and weight
assigned to each layer.
Table 49.
Land Suitability Analysis Criteria
Criteria and Rating
Least
Low
Medium
High
Assigned
Layer Name
Suitable
Suitability
Suitability
Suitability
Weight
0
-2
1
+2
Coastal Wetlands
Exclusion*
Inside
--
Outside
--
Exceptional & Substantial Non-
Exclusion*
Inside
--
Outside
--
Coastal Wetlands
Estuarine Waters
Exclusion*
Inside
--
Outside
--
Protected Lands
Exclusion*
Inside
--
Outside
--
-Storm Surge Areas
Weighted
--
Inside
--
Outside
2
Soils (Septic Limitations)
Weighted
--
Severe
Moderate
Slight
2
Flood Zones
Weighted
--
Inside
--
Outside
2
HQW/ORW Watersheds
Weighted
—
Inside
--
Outside
1
Natural Heritage Areas
Weighted
--
<500'
--
>500'
1
Hazardous Substance Disposal
Weighted
--
<500'
--
>500'
1
Sites
NPDES Sites
Weighted
--
<500'
--
>500'
1
Wastewater Treatment Plants
Weighted
--
<500'
--
>500'
1
Discharge Points
Weighted
--
<500'
--
>500'
1
Land Application Sites
Weighted
--
<500'
--
>500'
1
Developed Land
Weighted
--
>1 mi
.5 - 1 mi
<.5 mi
1
Roads
Weighted
--
>1 mi
.5 - 1 mi
<.5 mi
2
Water Pipes
Weighted
--
>.5 mi
.25 -.5 mi
<.25 mi
3
Sewer Pipes
Weighted
--
>.5 mi
.25 -.5 mi
<.25 mi
3
*Data layers that are slated as exclusion
have a suitability
of 0 or 1, meaning that if a specific
one -acre piece of property
falls within one of these areas, it is automatically considered least suitable for development.
Source: NCGIA and CAMA.
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Overall, land in Brunswick County is predominantly unsuitable for development. Table 50
provides a summary of land suitability acreage based on the results of the overlay analysis. The
majority of the land within the County determined to have a high suitability rating is located along
the US Highway 17 corridor. A large percentage of the land cover within Brunswick County is
comprised of wetlands, a large portion of which is within the Green Swamp. Thus, large portions
of the County are automatically considered unsuitable for development regardless of how these
areas relate to the rest of the factors in consideration. Existing developed areas have not been
excluded.
Table 50.
Brunswick County Acreage
Suitability
Acreage
% of Total
Least Suitable
284,907
54.6%
Low Suitability
131,959
25.3%
Medium Suitability
74,497
14.3%
High Suitability
30,354
5.8%
Total
521,717
100.0%
NOTE: Figures include unincorporated areas of the County and the participating municipalities.
Source: CAMA and Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
IV. ANALYSIS OF EXISTING COMMUNITY FACILITIES/SERVICES
Map 21 provides the location of the following Brunswick County community facilities: health
care facilities, emergency medical service stations, the Brunswick County government complex, fire
departments, public schools, and park locations.
A. Tfanspoftation
US Highways 17 and 74/76 and NC Highways 87, 130, 133, 179, 211, and 904 are the
major routes in Brunswick County. US Highways 17 and 74/76 enter Brunswick County on the east
side at the New Hanover County border. US Highway 17 is four lanes to facilitate volumes of traffic
heading southwest towards the North Carolina/South Carolina state line. US Highway 74/76 is also
four lanes and runs west to the Columbus County boundary. NC Highways 87. and 211 enter the
County from Columbus County and head south towards Southport. NC Highway 133 runs south
from US Highway 17/74/76 to Southport. NC Highways 130 and 904 run south from Columbus
County on the western side of the County. NC 179 runs west from Shallotte -to the North
Carolina/South Carolina state line. These highway corridors coincide with the areas of high
suitability for development as depicted on the Brunswick County Land Suitability Map.
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MAP 21
Stations
Rescue Stations Community Facilities
1.Bald Head Island Fire/Rescue Department 1. Bald Head Island Rescue
1. Brunswick Community College
2. Boiling Spring Lakes Fire Department
2. Brunswick County Rescue
2. Brunswick Government Complex
3. Bolivia Fire Department
3. Calabash Rescue
3. J. Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital
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6, Northwest District Park
7. Leland Fire Department
7. Shallotte Rescue
7. Shallotte District Park
8. Navassa Fire Department/Rescue
8. Southport Rescue
8. Smithville District Park
9. Northwest Fire Department
9. Sunny Point Rescue
9. Town Creek District Park
10. Oak Island Fire Department/Rescue
10. Town Creek Rescue
11. Ocean Isle Beach Fire Department
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Land Use Plan
Community Facilities
Legend
Brunswick County
NC County Boundaries
Subbasins
NC DOT Primary Roads
NC DOT Roads
Belville Corporate Limits
Boiling Spring Lakes Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores ETJ
Northwest Corporate Limits
- St. James Corporate Limits
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The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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According to the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT), there are
approximately 3,077 miles of roadway located within Brunswick County. NCDOT. (2003) data
reports that the highest annual average daily traffic counts (AADT) occur along US Highways 74/76
and 17 and on NC Highway 211 near Southport. The AADT counts have increased as much as
18.8% in some of these areas since 2002.
According to the NCDOT Division 3 2006-2012 Transportation Improvement Program (TIP),
there are eight (8) road projects scheduled for development. The TIP also lists nine (9) bridge
replacements in the County. These bridge replacements include improvements to the Oak Island
Bridge and connector road. These improvements will be discussed in detail in the Future Demands
section of this plan. Map 22 depicts the NCDOT 2003 AADT counts along the highways with the
highest traffic volumes in Brunswick County, as well as the road projects and bridge replacements
identified on the TIP.
As mentioned previously, between 2000 and 2005, Brunswick County was the fourth fastest
growing county in North Carolina. The significant population growth translates into significant land
development. The County is concerned about inadequate roads to accommodate this growth. It
is critical that the County work with the state to plan for road improvements, the proper size and
location of future roads, and funding options.
B. HealW Care
Brunswick Community Hospital, located in the heart of the County, has been providing
medical care to residents since 1977 and is accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation
of Healthcare Organizations. The hospital is staffed with over 96 physicians and specialists. The
hospital offers a variety of medical and surgical services from general surgery to cardiology.
Following are some of the services provided at the facility. This is not a comprehensive list of
services at the hospital.
Birthing
Cardiac Rehab
Diagnostic Imaging
Endoscopy/Special Procedures
Immunology
Inpatient Surgery
Intensive Care
Laboratory Services
Mammography
MRI
Neurosurgery
Nuclear Medicine
Obstetrics/Gynecology
Ophthalmology
Orthopedics
Outpatient Diagnostic Services
Outpatient Surgery
Pediatrics
Physical Therapy
Plastic/Reconstructive
Radiology .
Respiratory Therapy Services
Speech Therapy
Brunswick County
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MAP 22
Columbus County
Brunswick County
Land Use Plan
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Annual Average Daily Traffic Count
and Transportation Improvement Program
Legend
OBrunswick County
= NC County Boundaries
e—\/ NC DOT Primary Roads
0044S,/ Subbasins
16 2003 Annual Average Daily Traffic
0 Bridge Replacement
Road Projects
R-2245
R-2633
R-3324
R-3432
R-3434
R-4002
O'N-� U-3462
* Project R-4063 is on hold
1 inch equals 18,500 feet
U " I J I Miles
0 1.5 3 6 9 12
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
_"olland Planners, Inc. Section 5, Page 108

J. Arthur Dosher Memorial Hospital, founded in 1930, provides comprehensive medical care
to residents of Southport and the Smithville Township. The hospital is owned by the Smithville
Township taxpayers and is managed by an elected seven member Board of Trustees. Dosher
Memorial Hospital and the Skilled Nursing Center are both accredited by the Joint Commission on
Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. The laboratory and Cardiopulmonary Service are
accredited by the College of American Pathologists. The Diagnostic Imaging Department is
accredited by the American College of Radiology in Mammography and the hospital has been
certified in Mammography by the Food and Drug Administration. The hospital is licensed for 36
acute care beds and 64 nursing center beds and has a staff of 300. Following are services provided
at the facility:
• Acute Nursing Care
• Cardiopulmonary and Respiratory Therapy
• Diagnostic Imaging
• Emergency Services
• Lab Services
• Nutritional Counseling
• Skilled Nursing Center
• Social Services
• Therapy Services (Speech, Physical, and Occupational)
• OR Procedures and Surgeries (General, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedic,
Otolaryngology, and Urology)
• Cardiac Rehabilitation - Coming 2005
Brunswick County also has emergency medical care facilities, assisted living facilities, and
-home health care facilities throughout the County. Following is a list of those facilities.
Emergency Care
• Shallotte Medical Center
• Seaside Medical Center
• Holden Beach Medical Center
Bolivia Medical Center
• Leland Medical Center
• Brunswick Adult Medical Clinic (for the uninsured) — Supply
• New Hope Clinic (for the uninsured) — Southport
• Shallotte Urgent Care
• Coastal Immediate and Primary Care — Southport
Assisted Living
• Autumn Care — Shallotte
• Brunswick Cove — Winnabow
• Ocean Trail Convalescent Center — Southport
• Shallotte Assisted Living — Shallotte
Home Health Care
• Liberty Care and Hospice — Shallotte
• Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center — Supply
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C, Emergency Medical Services
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) are provided throughout the County from various
locations. For emergency calls, the County has a response time goal of reaching 90% of calls in
less than 12 minutes. Currently they reach 60% of calls in less than 12 minutes. The average
response time is 11 minutes 44 seconds. For non -emergency calls, the county's response time goal
is 90% reached in less than 20 minutes. Currently the County reaches 80% in less than 20
minutes. The average response time for non -emergency calls is 14 minutes 57 seconds. Following
is a list of stations and addresses for each EMS Station and Rescue Squad within the County.
Table 51.
Brunswick County EMS Stations and Rescue Squads
Department Name Location
Bolivia 3325 Old Ocean Hwy, SE — Bolivia
Base 1/Medic 11 - Holden Beach
Base 2/Medic 12 - Leland
Base 3/Medic 13 - South Brunswick
Base 4/Medic 14 - Southport/St. James
Base 5/Medic 15 - Boiling Spring Lake
Base 6/Medic 16 - Waccamaw/Calabash
Base 7/Medic 17 - Oak Island
Bald Head Island Fire/Rescue
Calabash Volunteer EMS
Coastline Volunteer Rescue Squad
Leland Volunteer Fire/Rescue
Oak Island EMS
Shallotte Rescue Squad
Southport Rescue Squad
Towncreek Rescue Squad
Waccamaw Volunteer Rescue Squad
Sunny Point Fire/Rescue
1044 Sabbath Home Road — Holden Beach
8605 Trade Street, NE — Leland
7061 Old Georgetown Road, SW — South
Brunswick
4280 Committee Drive, SE — Southport
3053 George II Highway — Boiling Spring
Lakes
#5 School Road, NW — Calabash
101 Oak Island Drive — Oak Island
251 Edward Teach Wynd — Bald Head Island
9031 Beach Drive, SW - Calabash
3027 Holden Beach Road — Supply
1004 Village Road — Leland
4601 East Drive — Oak Island
131 Smith Avenue — Shallotte
107 East Nash Street — Southport
PO Box 144 — Winnabow
4045 Whiteville Road — Ash
59r US Army Transportation Group
Sunny Point MOT — Southport
Source: Brunswick County Emergency Medical Services Department.
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D. Law Enforcement
Law enforcement is provided to the County by the Brunswick County Sheriffs Department.
The department is located in Building J at the Brunswick County Government Complex. There are
91 full-time deputies, 15 part-time/auxiliary deputies, 25 employees at the Detention Center, and
seven office employees. The department operates 13 units: Uniform Patrol, Criminal
Investigations, Narcotic Investigations, School Resource Officers, D.A.R.E., Crime Prevention, K-9,
Swat, Water Search and Rescue, Major Crimes, Investigations, Transportation, and Community
Policing. The Brunswick County jail is located at the Government Center in Bolivia and holds 198
beds. The Brunswick County 911 Call Center receives and dispatches emergency personnel for the
entire County.
E, Fire Services
Brunswick County residents receive fire protection from 23 fire departments. Some
departments have more than one station, but they are considered to be under one department.
Each fire department is under contract with the County for automatic mutual aide and mutual aide.
Automatic mutual aide sends multiple departments to a fire call. Mutual aide occurs when the fire
departments that respond to a call ask for additional assistance by other departments. Table 52
provides a list of those departments (and substation(s), if applicable), their location, and their ISO
ratings.
The Insurance Services Office (ISO) of North Carolina has a grading schedule for rural and
municipal fire protection. Individual communities are surveyed every nine to ten years, and the
grading process used considers the following: water supply 39%, fire department 39%, fire
communications'9%, and fire safety control 13%. A rating of 1 is the best possible, with the
lowest rating of 10 being assigned to areas with essentially no protection. The ratings have a
financial impact on property owners because fire insurance premiums depend on the grade or class
assigned by the ISO. The first number (and in some cases, the only number) in the sequence
represents the rating if a structure is within 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant. The second number in
the sequence represents the rating if a structure is beyond 1,000 feet of a fire hydrant. A 9S
sequence is a five -mile rating, which means that the department can carry 1,500 gallons of water
on wheels, has 20 personnel, and meets certain minimum equipment requirements.
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Table 52.
Brunswick County Fire Departments
Department Name - Station No.
(Stations)
Location
ISO Rating
Bald Head Island - 32
251 Edward Teach Wynd
6
(1 main, 1 substation)
Bald Head Island
Boiling Spring Lakes - 4
3059 SE George II Highway
4/9S
(1 main, 2 substations)
Boiling Spring Lakes
Bolivia - 7
119 Green Lewis Road SE
8/9S
(1 main)
Bolivia
Calabash - 12
892 Persimmon Road SW
5/9S
(1 main, 1 substation)
Calabash
Civietown
2227 Civietown Road
8/9S
(1 main)
Shallotte
Grissettown/Longwood - 31
758 Longwood Road
5/9S
(1 main)
Ocean Isle Beach
Leland - 5
1004 Village Road
7/9S
(1 main, in process of developing 2 substations-
Leland
Navassa - 19
336 N. Main Street
9S
(1 main)
Navassa
Northwest - 33
5029 Blue Banks Loop Road
9S
(1 main)
Leland
Oak Island - 1 *
4601 E. Oak Island Drive
5
(1 main, 1 substation)
Long Beach
Ocean Isle Beach - 14
105 Causeway Drive
4/9S
(1 main)
Ocean Isle Beach
Shallotte - 15
113 Wall Street
6/9S
(1 main, 1 substation under construction)
Shallotte
Shallotte Point - 17
4126 Pigott Road SW
6/9S
(1 main)
Shallotte
St. James - 37
3628 St. James Drive SE
5/9S
(1 main)
Southport
Southport - 3
107 E. Nash Street
4/9S
(1 main, 1 substation)
Southport
Sunset Harbor/Zion Hill
2706 Sunset Harbor Road SE
5/9S
(1 main)
Bolivia
Sunset Beach - it
102 Shoreline Drive W
5/9S
(1 main under construction) .
Sunset Beach
Supply - 13
47 Southport -Supply Road
9S
(1 main)
Supply
Tri-Beach - 8
854 Sabbath Home Road
5/9S
(1 main, 1 substation in design)
Supply
Waccamaw - 28
4045 Whiteville Road
9S
(1 main)
Ash
Winnabow - 6
161 Governors Road SE
9S
(1 main)
Winnabow
Yaupon Beach - 2 *
518 Yaupon Drive
5/9S
(1 main, 1 substation)
Oak Island
Sunny Point
Sunny Point Military Ocean
Federal
(1 main, 1 substation)
Terminal
(no ISO rating)
*The ISO ratings for Oak Island and Yaupon Beach are based on the facilities combined.
Source: Brunswick County Emergency Management/Fire Marshal Division.
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F. Administration
The Brunswick County Administration Office is located at the Brunswick County Government
Complex at 45 Courthouse Drive NE, Bolivia. The County operates under a Board of
Commissioners -Manager form of government and has 699 budgeted positions. The following table
provides a summary of the governmental departments and the number of employees in each.
Table 53.
Brunswick County Administration
Department
# of employees
Department
# of employees
Governing Body
2
Detention Center
34
Administration
7
Emergency Management
3
Finance
9
Emergency Medical Services
51
Tax Administration
18
Building Inspections
9
Revenue
11
Emergency Communications
21
GIS
8
Solid Waste
8
County Attorney
2
Engineering/Stormwater
1
Cape Fear Sentencing
1
Planning and Community Development
10
Board of Elections
4
Cooperative Extension
12
Register of Deeds
18
Soil and Water
3
MIS
7
Veteran Services
2
Service Center/Transportation
11
Library
20
Engineering
3
Parks & Recreation
20
Operation Services
49
Cafeteria
5
Teen Court
1
Health
93
Sheriff
69
Social Services and Chore
103
Sheriff -High School
10
Wireless
2
Sheriff -Criminal Justice Partnership
1
Revaluation
3
Public Utilities General & Sewer
69
Source: Brunswick County Human Resources
G. Water System
Brunswick County, provides potable water service to over 20,000 residential, commercial,
and industrial customers. The County also provides treated water to 10 cities, towns, and villages,
and to the North Brunswick Sanitary District. Brunswick County Public Utilities employees operate
two water treatment plants — one 24 mgd surface water treatment plant located near Leland, and
one 6 mgd groundwater lime softening plant located near Southport. The County owns and
operates a water transmission system that includes seven elevated water storage tanks, a 4-million
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gallon ground storage tank, and 14 booster pump stations. Brunswick County Public Utilities
employees also operate the Kings Bluff raw water pumping station for the Lower Cape Fear Water
and Sewer Authority. Map 23 illustrates the locations of the county's water lines. Refer to Section
6.I.I and 6.V.E for information regarding future demand and Section 6.V.F.2 for future carrying
capacity information.
North Carolina General Statute [GS 143-355(L)] requires all units of local government that
provide or plan to provide public water supply service to prepare a Local Water Supply Plan and
to update that plan at least every five years. A local water supply plan is an assessment of a water
system's current and future water needs and its ability to meet those needs. Brunswick County's
Local Water Supply Plan has been undated and is currently under review by the Division of Water
Resources. The following tables provide summaries of the water use information.
Table 54.
Brunswick County Water System Average Daily Water Use by Month (MGD)
Average
Average
Average
Month
Daily Usage
Month
Daily Usage
Month
Daily Usage
January
6.975
May
9.841
September
10.061
February
7.129
June
13.367
October
9.463
March
8.018
July
12.979
November
7.615
April
9.661
August
12.475
December
7.322
Source: Brunswick County Water Supply Plan.
Table 55.
Brunswick County Water System Average Annual Daily Water Use by Type
Average Use
Type of Use
(MGD)
Residential
2.485
Commercial
0
Industrial
3.477
Institutional
0
Sales to Other Systems
3.626
System Process Water
0.096
Subtotal
9.684
Average Annual Daily Water Use
10.091
Unaccounted for Water
0.407
Source: Brunswick County Water Supply Plan.
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H. Sewer System
Brunswick County utilizes pressure sewer and gravity sewer for wastewater treatment and
serves 5,000 customers. The county -wide collection system currently consists of 53 County owned
sewage pump stations, approximately 39.5 miles of gravity mains and 105 miles of force mains.
There are approximately 41 miles of sewer force mains and 16 miles of wastewater effluent reuse
piping under construction as part of the West Brunswick Water Reclamation Project. The systems
pipe sizes range from 2" to 24" and are made of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), Ductile Iron (DIP), and
Polyethylene (PE). The following table provides information regarding the county's nine
Wastewater Treatment Plants. Map 23 illustrates the location of sewer lines in within the County.
Refer to Section 6.I.3 and 6.V.E for information regarding future demand and Section 6.V.F.1 for
future carrying capacity information.
Table 56.
Brunswick County Wastewater Treatment Plants
Facility
Description
Northeast Brunswick Regional Water
1.650 MGD
Reclamation Facility
Extended Aeration/Tertiary/BNR
Solids Handling Operation (ATAD)
Conjunctive Use Permit - NPDES (Discharge)
and Non -Discharge (golf course- re -use)
West Brunswick Regional Water Reclamation
3.0 MGD
Facility
Extended Aeration/Tertiary/BNR
Solids Handling Operation (ATAD)
Non -Discharge Permit (golf courses and dedicated drip irrigation
facility)
*Brunswick Government Center Wastewater
0.024 MGD
Treatment Plant
Facultative Lagoon/Spray Application
(Non Discharge)
Town Creek Township Park Wastewater
0.001 MGD
Treatment Plant
Sand Filter Package System
NPDES Discharge
*St James Wastewater Treatment Plant
0.600 MGD
Extended Aeration/Tertiary
Spray Irrigation - Non Discharge
*Winding River Wastewater Treatment Plant
0.100 MGD (Permitted for 0.500 MGD)
Extended Aeration/Tertiary
Spray Irrigation - Non Discharge
*Brunswick Community College Wastewater
0.030 MGD
Treatment Plant
Extended Aeration/Tertiary
Spray Irrigation - Non Discharge
Sea Trail Wastewater Treatment Plant
0.200 MGD (Permitted for 0.500 MGD)
Extended Aeration/Tertiary
Spray Irrigation - Non Discharge
Carolina Shores Wastewater Treatment Plant
0.530 MGD (Permitted for 0.830 MGD-reuse only
Extended Aeration/Tertiary
NPDES Discharge
*These'plants will gradually be turned into pump stations that will tie into the West Brunswick Regional Water Reclamation
Facility. After the new facility is on-line, these WWTPs will be dismantled within six months.
Source: Brunswick County Utilities Department.
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ONC County Boundaries
O-S,o NC DOT Primary Roads
Subbasins
Sewer Lines
• Water Lines
Belville Corporate Limits
IL Boiling Spring Lakes Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores Corporate Limits
Carolina Shores ETJ
iNorthwest Corporate Limits
St. James Corporate Limits
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I I I Miles
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through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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L schools
The Brunswick County School System oversees all public schools providing service to
Brunswick County citizens. During the 2004-2005 school year, total enrollment in the county's
public schools was 11,167. The following table provides a summary of the schools that serve the
county's school age children. The school system is currently researching areas for land acquisition
to accommodate the construction of the equivalent of two elementary schools and one middle
school.
Table 57.
Brunswick County Public Schools
School
Enrollment
Staff
Capacity
Recreational Facilities
Belville Elementary Grades PK-5
722
80
624
Gym, 3 play areas, soccer field
Bolivia Elementary Grades PK-5
664
107
781
Gym, outdoor playground equipment,
small outdoor basketball area
*Brunswick Learning Center Grades
96
39
420
Outdoor recreation area (open field)
6-12
Jessie Mae Monroe Elementary
442
79
543
Gym, outdoor playground equipment PK-5
Grades PK-5
Leland Middle Grades 6-8
631
97
789
Gym, tennis courts, outdoor basketball
court
Lincoln Elementary Grades PK-5
664
110
717
Gym, outdoor playground equipment
North Brunswick High Grades 9-12
779
104
717
Gym, track/football field, tennis courts,
softball field, baseball field
Shallotte Middle Grades 6-8
926
113
924
Gym, soccer field, football field, softball
field, softball field, baseball field, and 2
bocci courts
South Brunswick High Grades 9-12
1,050
126
1,075
Gym, auxiliary gym, track, football field,
baseball/softball fields, tennis courts
South Brunswick Middle Grades 6-8
907
102
789
Gym, soccer field, baseball/softball field,
fitness walk
Southport Elementary Grades K-5
594
109
725
Playground, gym
Supply Elementary Grades K-5
638
117
632
Multi -purpose room (gymnatorium), a
field, and 4 playgrounds
Union Elementary Grades K-5
653
108
726
Gym and playground
**Virginia Williamson Elementary
572
99
590
Basic playgrounds
Grades K-5
Waccamaw Elementary Grades K-8
546
88
662
Gym, outdoor basketball & sports court,
multipurpose field (this school is located
adjacent to a County recreation facility)
West Brunswick High School
1,283
150
1,270
Gymnasium, football field, practice field,
Grades 9-12
baseball field, softball field, and track
*Brunswick County Academy will eventually replace Brunswick Learning Center. Groundbreaking is scheduled for July
2005, and the Academy is scheduled to open August 2006. The Academy will be located on Old Ocean Highway in Bolivia,
adjacent to Brunswick Community College. The facility plans call for a multi -purpose room, and baseball and soccer fields.
**This school plans to expand to include additional Td grade classrooms by August 2006.
Source: Information regarding enrollment and recreational facilities for Belville Elementary, Shallotte Middle, South
Brunswick High, South Brunswick Middle, Southport Elementary, Supply Elementary, Union Elementary, Virginia
Williamson Elementary, and West Brunswick High came directly from each school. The remaining information was
provided by the Brunswick County Director of Facilities and Capital Improvements.
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The Brunswick County School System is participating in The Brunswick Destiny Partnership.
This partnership includes the school system, Brunswick Community College, and UNC-Chapel Hill,
with the goals being to improve science education in the county's high schools and offer a
biotechnology associate degree at Brunswick Community College. The partnership expands an
existing program called Destiny. Destiny is a program offered by UNC-Chapel Hill that utilizes a
bus,to provide advanced scientific classes and experiments to high schools. One of the programs
offered on the bus teaches crime solving using science.
Of special interest is the South Brunswick High School's Aquaculture Program. The program
began in 1987 by Instructor Byron Bey and consisted of a ditch on school property. The
instructor's dedication, the support of the school system and the community, the enthusiasm of
the students, and a NC Fisheries Resource Grant brought the program to its current level of
excellence. Today the program has eighteen (18) display aquariums ranging in size from 55 to 200
gallons, six (6) 500-gallon rearing tanks, and four (4) hatching troughs. The program received the
Best in Show award from 1991 through 2003 and received the 2000 Governor's Program of
Excellence in Education Award.
The Aquaculture program provides students the opportunity to experience practical
application as well as textbook training. While in the third year of the program, students spend
three days a week at the high school doing hands-on tasks and two days a week at Brunswick
Community College studying college level aquaculture. Students can continue their aquaculture
education at Brunswick Community College, UNC-Wilmington, and NC State University. The
curriculum at Brunswick Community College prepares individuals for careers in aquaculture and
management of aquatic ecosystems with a practical experience in fish, shellfish, and aquatic plant
production and management.
Higher education is offered at Brunswick Community College (BCC). The college is located
at 50 College Road in Supply, and also offers classes at the Leland Center in the Leland Industrial
Park. The college is a public institution supported by tax dollars. Originally established as
Brunswick Technical Institute in July 1979, the name was changed later that year to Brunswick
Technical College, and to Brunswick Community College in 1988.
The 2005-2006 Brunswick Community College catalog identifies the mission, goals, and
vision of the college. Those statements are listed below:
Mission
The mission of Brunswick Community College, a public two-year educational
institution, chartered in 1979 and centrally located in Brunswick County, North
Carolina, is to provide accessible and affordable programs and services that meet
the educational and cultural needs of the community and to provide opportunities
for individuals to be successful.
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The College will:
• Emphasize multicultural experiences
• Encourage lifelong learning
• Enhance economic development locally
• Ensure academic excellence
• Establish positive learning environments
• Foster an awareness of global, economic and cultural trends
Goals
• Procure and allocate essential fiscal and human resources for the College
• Enhance and validate quality and flexible educational programs, learning
environments, and College services
• Encourage productive partnerships and collaboration locally, regionally, and
globally
• Expand and enrich educational services to enhance and validate individual
successes
• Create and nurture a work environment that ensures maximum development
and utilization of the skills and abilities of all employees
. Adopted by the Board of Trustees, October 2002
Vision Statement
Brunswick Community College is proud of its past and its ability to remain a close-
knit community that is reflective of the larger community of Brunswick County. Our
future will be one in which this family environment will be preserved and valued.
Challenged by change and innovation, we will move forward to create a future
responsive to the diverse needs of our students, our employees, and all those we
serve.
The community college operates classes on a semester schedule and offers a variety of
programs that lead to degrees, diplomas, or certificates. Following is a list of those programs.
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology
Aquaculture Technology
Associate Degree Nursing (pending approval of the NC Board of Nursing)
Associate in Arts
Associate in Science
Basic Law Enforcement Training
Business Administration
Business Administration/Electronic Commerce
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+Business Administration/Small Business Entrepreneur
Computer Programming
Cosmetology
Cosmetology Instructor
Early Childhood Education
Early Childhood Education/Administration
+Early Childhood Education/Infant and Toddler
Early Childhood Education/School-Age
Early Childhood Education/Special Education
Early Childhood Education/Teacher Associate
Electronics Engineering Technology
Esthetics Instructor
Esthetics Technology
General Occupational Technology
Health Information Technology
Horticulture Technology
+Horticulture Technology/Landscape Specialty
+Horticulture Technology/Nursery Specialty
Industrial Systems Technology
Information Systems
Information Systems/Network Administration and Support
Internet Technologies
+Manicuring Instructor
+Manicuring/Nail Technology
Nursing Assistant
Office Systems Technology
+Phlebotomy
Practical Nursing
Turfgrass Management and Technology
Welding Technology
+Ineligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid Programs.
BCC also offers college transfer programs with associate degrees in arts and science,
consortium and collaborative programs in allied health, and developmental education programs.
. Distance learning is offered at BCC. Distance learning typically occurs when instruction is
provided with the instructor and student in different locations. The college offers several types of
distance learning with different requirements for successful completion, including on-line courses,
interactive video classes, telecourses, hybrid courses, and web -supplemental courses.
The University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW) is also within commuting distance
to County residents. UNCW is a major four-year university, and is part of the University of North
Carolina system.
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]. Recreation
The Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of programs and
facilities for County residents to enjoy. The department maintains six community buildings and
offers classes in Aerobics, Dancing, Pilates, Water Babies, Water Aerobics, and Swim Lessons.
Athletic programs are offered during all seasons. Winter Athletic Programs include Youth boxing,
Youth Basketball, and Mens over 30 Basketball. Spring Programs include Dixie Boys Baseball, Dixie
Majors Baseball, Dixie Belles Girl's Softball, and Dixie Debs Girl's Softball. Summer Programs
include Hook -A -Kid -On -Golf, Adult Coed Softball, Tennis Lessons, and Summer Day Camps. Fall
Programs include Youth Football, Mens Softball, and Women's Softball. There are 10 parks
throughout the County. The following table provides a summary of the facilities.
Table 58.
Brunswick County Park Locations and Amenities
Park
Amenities
Brunswick River Park
22 acres
Continued development
580 River Road, Leland
Fishing
Boat dock
3 picnic shelters
1 playground
Restrooms
Dutchman Creek Park
30 acres
Continued development
4750 Fish Factory Road, Southport
Fishing
Restrooms
Leland Community Park
11 Acres
2 baseball fields - 180 feet & 200 feet
1490 Village Road NE, Leland
Practice area/batting cage
Recycle bin
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 storage building
3 picnic shelters
1 playground
1 community building - 2,500 square feet
Lockwood Folly District Park
20 acres
3 baseball/softball fields - 2 @ 200 feet and 1 @ 300 feet
430 Green Swamp Road, Supply
1 football/soccer field
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 office/storage building
1 restrooms building
1 basketball court
2 tennis courts
3 picnic shelters
1 playground
Navassa Park
5acres
1 baseball field - 300 ft.
800 Park Avenue, Navassa
1 basketball court
1 tennis court
1 picnic shelter
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 playground
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Table 58 (Continued)
Park Amenities
Northwest District Park 35acres 3 baseball/softball fields - 2 @ 300 feet, and 1 @ 250 feet
1937 Andrew Jackson Highway NE, Leland 1 football/soccer field
1 concession stand with restrooms
2 basketball courts
4 tennis courts
4 picnic shelters
1 playground
8 acres of practice area
Shallotte District Park
5550 Main Street, Shallotte
Smithville District Park
8340 River Road SE, Southport
64 acres 4 baseball/softball fields - 2 @ 200 feet and 2 @ 300 feet
soccer fields
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 office/storage building
1 basketball court
2 tennis courts
3 picnic shelters
1 playground
23 acres
Town Creek District Park 35acres
6420 Ocean Highway East, Winnabow
Waccamaw Park 30acres
(20 undeveloped)
5855 Waccamaw School Road NW, Ash
2 baseball/softball fields - 300 feet each
1 football/soccer field - 300 feet
1 soccer field - mini .
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 storage building
1 basketball court
2 tennis courts
2 picnic shelters
1 playground
2 baseball/softball fields - 1 @ 200 feet and 2 @ 300 feet
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 basketball court
2 tennis courts
shuffleboard and horseshoes
2 picnic shelters
1 playground
1 community building - 2,000 square feet
2 baseball/softball fields 1 @ 200 feet and 1 @ 300 feet
1 football/soccer field
1 concession stand with restrooms
1 basketball court
2 tennis courts
1 beach -style volleyball court
2 picnic shelters
1 playground
1 community building - 7,500 square feet
Source: Brunswick County Parks and Recreation Department.
The Parks and Recreation Department also offers special programs for seniors. Those
programs include seniorcise classes that feature muscle strengthening exercises, stretching, and
aerobics; social day and overnight trips; and a golf tournament program open to those 55 and
older.
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While the County does not own any golf courses, there are 36 courses located within the
County. According to the Brunswick County Chamber of Commerce, there was an explosion of golf
courses in the last few years. This trend has slowed. Golf can be played year-round because of
the pleasant climate. Many of the golf courses were designed by golfing masters including Arnold
Palmer and Fred Couples. Also, the County has hosted professional and amateur golf tournaments
that include the PGA Tour qualifying, LPGA Futures Tour, Cool Max Amateur, and the Sunbelt
Senior PGA Tour.
The County has 42 public shoreline access sites. See Section 6.I.F for more information.
K. Electric Service
Brunswick Electric Membership Corporation and Progress Energy provide power to
Brunswick County residents.
L. Stormwater Management
1. Introduction
Precipitation that occurs as a result of a rainfall or snow melt event that does not
permeate into the soil, is not consumed by plants, or is evaporated into the air becomes
stormwater. Pollutants such as oil and grease, sediment, bacteria, and other toxic substances are
added to this water as it runs across impervious surfaces and thereby polluting our surface waters.
In addition, as the volume of stormwater increases, more flooding and erosion may occur.
2. Existing Drainage Problems
As discussed in the Natural Systems section of this plan, there are three basic
drainage areas. The Green Swamp, approximately 175,000 acres in the north -central part of the
County, is drained on the east side by the Cape Fear River, the west side by the Waccamaw River,
and the south side by the Atlantic Ocean. This area has the county's largest area of muck soil and
is very poorly drained. The Cape Fear River drainage area has numerous irregularly -shaped ponds
and lakes created by the dissolution and removal of underlying limestone. The Waccamaw River
drainage area has poorly drained to moderately drained soils. Due to the size of the County, it is
difficult to pinpoint specific problem drainage areas. Drainage problems tend to occur in low lying
areas with poorly drained soil. In addition, flooding is a potential problem in approximately 67%
of the County, according to current flood hazard data.
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3. Water Ouality.
Three subbasins are in Brunswick County: 03-07-57 and 03-07-59 in the Lumber
River Basin and 03-06-17 in the Cape Fear River Basin. There are no waters classified as impaired
in subbasin 03-07-57. However, all waters are considered impaired for fish consumption. There
are four NPDES wastewater discharge facilities. One facility is considered a major discharger and
three facilities are considered minor dischargers. There are no waters impaired for aquatic life or
recreation in subbasin 03-07-59. However, all waters are impaired for fish consumption and 84%
of estimated acres are impaired for Shellfish Harvesting. There are three NPDES wastewater
dischargers in this subbasin, all of which are minor dischargers. There were 6,457 saltwater acres
impaired for aquatic life, 196.6 saltwater acres and 4.7 coast miles impaired for recreation, and all
waters were impaired for fish consumption. There are 41 permitted dischargers in the subbasin,
13 of which are major dischargers. The following table summarizes impaired water within
Brunswick County.
Table 59.
Brunswick County Impaired Water
River Basin Subbasin
Fish Consumption
Aquatic Life
Recreation
Lumber River Basin 03-07-57
All
None
None
03-07-59
All
None
None
Cape Fear River Basin 03-06-17
All
6,457 S acres
96.6 S acres
4.7 coast miles
Source: 2003 Lumber River Basinwide Water Quality Plan; 2005 Cape Fear River Basinwide Water Quality Plan.
4. EPA Regulations
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has begun implementation of Phase II
of the Stormwater Management Plan. These policies apply to municipalities with populations
greater than 10,000 and with densities of 1,000 per square mile. For municipalities that meet
these parameters, submittal of a stormwater management plan is required. Phase II regulations
also apply to entities designated under the 1990 census as a Small MS4 (Small Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System): MS4s are defined as a publicly -owned conveyance or system of
conveyances designed or used for collecting and conveying stormwater. MS4's are not combined
with sewer and are not part of a publicly -owned treatment facility. Municipally -owned MS4's can
include. counties, town, airports, federal properties, hospitals, schools, etc. Small community MS4's
are regulated if they discharge into impaired or sensitive US waters. Based on the 1990 Census,
Brunswick County is required to meet the EPA Phase II Stormwater Management Program
regulations.
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Effective management of stormwater runoff offers a multitude of possible benefits
that include: protection of wetlands and aquatic eco-systems, improved quality of receding water
bodies, conservation of water resources, protection of public health through flood control, and
improved operation and hydraulic characteristics of streams receiving run-off, all of which can
cause higher peak flow rates that increase frequency and duration of bank full and sub -bank full
flows. Increased occurrences in downstream flooding can also be reduced by lowering base flood
levels, such as with traditional flood control methods that rely on the detention of the peak flows.
They are generally not targeted to the reduction of flooding and in many cases have exacerbated
the problems associated with changes in hydrology and hydraulics. The EPA recommends an
approach that integrates control of stormwater peak flows and the protection of natural channels
to sustain physical and chemical properties of aquatic life.
The EPA has developed guidelines for implementing the Phase II Stormwater
Management Program. The guidelines outline six (6) steps for development of Best Management
Practices for a stormwater management plan. Those six steps are as follows:
(i) Public Education and Outreach on Stormwater Impacts
(ii) Public Involvement and Participation
(iii) Elicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
(iv) Construction Site and Stormwater Runoff Control
(v) Post -Construction Stormwater Management and New Development or
Redevelopment
(vi) Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for Municipal Operations
Brunswick County is currently in the application phase of the NPDES program. The
County has submitted a permit application to the North Carolina Department of Environment and
Natural Resources, and is currently modifying the application based on directives from the state.
Once approved, the County will begin implementation of their comprehensive stormwater
management program. This program will address each of the six minimum control measures
outlined above. The County's stormwater management program will be discussed in detail in the
Future Demands section of the plan.
5. Construction Activities
Stormwater runoff from construction activities can have a significant impact on
water quality, contributing sediment and other pollutants exposed at construction sites. The
NPDES Stormwater Program requires operators of both large and small construction sites to obtain
authorization to discharge stormwater under a NPDES construction stormwater permit. In 1990,
the Phase I Stormwater Management Program regulations addressed large construction operations
that disturbed five (5) or more acres of land. The NPDES program also addresses small
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construction activities — those that disturb less than five (5) acres of land - which were included
in the Phase II final rule. Construction activities that disturb over one (1) acre of land are required
to develop and implement a stormwater pollution prevention plan specifically designed for the
construction site. The development implementations of the plan follow the basic phases listed
below:
(i) Site Planning and Design Development Phase
(ii) Assessment Phase
(iii) Control Selection/Design Phase
(iv) Certification/Verification/Approval Phase
(v) Implementation/Construction Phase
(vi) Final Stabilization/Termination Phase
6. North Carolina Shoreline Buffering
In August of 2000, the State of North Carolina developed a thirty (30) foot buffering
rule for all new development in the twenty coastal counties governed by the Coastal Area
Management Act (CAMA). This rule applies to all navigable waters, excluding the ocean, which has
previously established setback requirements. The development of this buffer does not restrict the
construction of water dependent structures, such as docks and boat ramps. The benefits of the
buffering include the following:
(i) Flood Control — by reducing the velocity and providing a collection area for
stormwater runoff and precipitation. Buffers encourage water infiltration
into the ground, rather than flooding low-lying areas.
(ii) Groundwater Recharge — buffers are also beneficial to recharging the
ground water supply and promoting ground water flow.
(iii) Soil Erosion Prevention — vegetated buffers stabilize the soil and reduce
sedimentation.
(iv) Conservation of Coastal Riparian Wildlife Habitats —.these natural areas
provide breeding, nesting, and habitat, and protect wildlife from predication.
Vegetated buffers help increase the diversity of wildlife while providing site
for foraging and corridors for dispersal.
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V. CURRENT PLANS, POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
Brunswick County has an active Planning Board which works with the County Commissioners to
oversee the county's land use management program. The County currently utilizes the Brunswick
County Unified Development Ordinance, adopted on April 2, 2007, and effective May 1, 2007, as
the basis for all land use regulation.
The following provides a summary of the county's land use related codes, ordinances, and plans.
A. Brunswick County Unified Development Ordinance
As stated above, the Brunswick County Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) became
effective on May 1, 2007. It contains the criteria for use of all land throughout Brunswick County
along with requirements for zoning districts, design and. performance standards, landscaping and
buffering, subdivision standards, flood damage prevention, and signs. The County has a central
permitting office and planning department to oversee the enforcement of the UDO.
.Table 60 and Map 24 provide the location and acreage figures of all zoning districts within
Brunswick County. The two largest zoning districts within the County are Rural Residential and
R-7500 Residential. These two districts account for 73.9% of the County's land that is not included
within a municipality's corporate limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction. For a detailed explanation
regarding what uses and densities are permitted in each of the districts identified below, please
refer to the Brunswick County Unified Development Ordinance, which can be viewed on the web
at http://www.brunsco.net.
Table 60.
Brunswick County - Zoning
Districts Acres % of Total
Commercial Intensive 6,809.6 1.4%
Neighborhood Commercial
Commercial Low Density
Conservation and Protection
Industrial - General
Military Installation
MR-3200 High Density Residential
R-6000 Residential
R-7500 Residential
Rural Residential
SBR-6000 Residential
Total
583.6
0.1%
10,645.2
2.3%
59,436.8
12.6%
11,832.0
2.5%
11,776.2
2.5%
685.5
0.1%
13,722.1
2.9%
73,792.8
15.7%
273,451.2
58.2%
7,406.9
1.6%
470,141.9
100.0%
NOTE: Figures include only the unincorporated areas of the County.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
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B. Airport Height Control Ordinance
This ordinance was originally adopted in the early 1980s. The County adopted a revised
ordinance in 1998 in an effort to regulate height control and development immediately surrounding
the two general aviation airports located within the county: Brunswick County Airport and the
Ocean Isle Beach Airport. This ordinance is intended to ensure public safety through establishing
land use controls within and immediately adjacent to the airport properties. The ordinance is
implemented through a joint effort of the two airports' management authority and the county's
building inspections department.
C. Manufactured Home Park Ordinance
The county's Manufactured Home Park Ordinance was adopted in 1995, in an effort to
control the development of mobile home parks throughout the county. The purpose of this
Ordinance is to regulate and guide the establishment of manufactured home parks in order to
promote the public health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of Brunswick County, North
Carolina. This Ordinance is designed to accomplish the following specific objectives: (a) to further
the orderly layout of manufactured home parks; (b) to secure safety from fire, panic, and other
dangers; (c) to provide adequate light and air; and (d) to ensure that facilities for transportation,
parking, water, sewage, and recreation are provided for manufactured home park residents.
D. Brunswick County Campground Ordinance
This ordinance was adopted in 1995 in conjunction with the Manufactured Home Park
Ordinance: The purpose of this Ordinance is. to regulate and guide the establishment of
campgrounds in order to promote the public health, safety, and general welfare of the citizens of
Brunswick County. The Ordinance is designed to accomplish the following specific objectives: (a)
to further the orderly layout of campgrounds; (b) to secure safety from fire, panic, and other
dangers; (c) to provide adequate light and air; and (d) to ensure that facilities for transportation,
parking, water, sewage, and recreation are provided for campground visitors.
E. Hazard Mitigation Plan
Brunswick County recently adopted an updated Hazard Mitigation Plan, which includes the
county as well as several participating municipalities. This plan was developed and adopted in
response to new federal and state legislation. This legislation, the Disaster Management Act 2000
(Federal) and NC Senate Bill 300 (State), makes it mandatory that each jurisdiction must adopt a
current Hazard Mitigation Plan in accordance with new guidelines in order to receive Public
Assistance and HMGP funding in the event of a disaster.
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F. NC State Building Code
Brunswick County has adopted the NC State Building Code as the county's regulatory tool
for overseeing construction. The county has adopted in their entirety the North Carolina State
Building Code, North Carolina Heating Code, North Carolina Electrical Code, and the North Carolina
Uniform Residential Building Code.
The county's building codes establishes regulations for the following:
(1) The location, design, materials, equipment, construction, reconstruction, alteration,
repair, maintenance, moving, demolition, removal, use and occupancy of every
building or structure or any appurtenances connected or attached to such building
or structure;
(2) The installation, erection, alteration, repair, use and maintenance of plumbing
systems consisting of house sewers,. building drains, waste and vent systems, hot
and cold water supply systems, and all fixtures and appurtenances thereof;
(3) The installation, erection, alteration, repair, use and maintenance of mechanical
systems consisting of heating, ventilating, air conditioning and refrigeration
systems, fuel burning equipment, and appurtenances thereof; and
(4) The installation, erection, alteration, repair, use and maintenance of electrical
systems and appurtenances thereof.
G. National Flood Insurance Program
Brunswick County is a participant in the Regular Phase of the National Flood Insurance
Program. Enrollment in the Regular Phase of the National Flood Insurance Program is initiated by
a voluntary agreement between the local jurisdiction and the federal government. It is agreed that
if a community implements and enforces measures to reduce the risk from flooding in special flood
hazard areas, the federal government will make flood insurance available within the community to
mitigate future flood losses. As required by the NFIP, the county has adopted a flood damage
prevention ordinance. This ordinance assures that the ground floor of all structures located in
FEMA-designated 100-year flood zones have a base floor higher than the defined 100-year flood
elevation.
H. Current CAMA Land Use Plan
The current CAMA land use plan was certified by the CRC on November 20, 1998.
Appendix VI provides an analysis of the County's success in implementing the plan. The plan is
consistent with the state's standards for AECs. In addition; Appendix VI summarizes
implementation measures by Brunswick County and the actions taken by the County to protect
natural systems.
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SECTION 6.
PLAN FOR THE FUTURE
I. FUTURE DEMANDS
A. Introduction
The NCAC 7B administrative guidelines specify requirements for future land needs. These
include the following:
• To establish the need for land for residential structures, commercial uses and
related services, the population predictions shall be examined in relation to present
and future types of land development. Policies shall consider both past
development densities and patterns and the desired future density and type of
development.
• Consideration shall be given to new and expanded facilities which will be required
by the estimated population growth and the densities at which the land is to be
developed. Features such as landfills, road widenings, bridges, water and sewer,
police and fire protection, solid waste, and schools should be considered in order
to meet the intent of this item.
It is important that the County's infrastructure development is managed to save demands
imposed by population and economic growth. Both of these are placing demands on Brunswick
County for services.
The future population growth is forecast on page 5-22. A growth rate for the County and
the municipalities of 8.9% was forecast through the year 2025. This is expected to accelerate.
Development in Brunswick County will continue to place excessive demands on the County's
transportation system, water/sewer system, school facilities, recreational facilities, police
departments, and public shoreline access needs.
At the time of the preparation of this land use plan, Brunswick County was preparing a
Unified Development Ordinance. The final ordinance will have a controlling influence over future
growth and development.
In June 2007, the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners adopted the Capital
Improvements Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012) which is included as Appendix VII. The CIP supports
the needs addressed in this section.
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A Housing Trends
From 1990 to 2000, Brunswick County averaged an additional 1,431 dwelling units per year.
The average household size in 2000 was 2.40. If this household size continues, the 2020 demand
for occupied households will be 48,088. This would be a 57.9% increase from the 2000 occupied
households total of 30,438.
The housing density in the County will increase in the developed areas along the US 17, NC
87, and NC 211 corridors. Land suitability deterrents will encourage residential development in
these three highway corridor areas.
If it is assumed that the average lot size for future non-agricultural residential land use will
be 0.6 acre (the average lot size in 2005), the demand for additional non-agricultural residential
acreage by 2020 will be 10,590 acres. There are currently 34,387 parcels available for residential
development that are 0.5 acre in size or less, or a total of approximately 9,180 acres. An additional
1,410 acres of residential property will be'needed to satisfy demand. However, this does not
recognize competition in the real estate market. The number of subdivisions submitted for
approval is expected to exceed 1,410 acres.
C. Commercial Land Use
Commercial land use in Brunswick County is expected to continue to be concentrated along
the US 17, NC 87, and NC 211 corridors. All of the municipalities participating in this plan are
expected to continue to be primarily residential communities. The one exception may be the Town
of Belville, because of its location adjacent to US 17 and proximity to the Wilmington metropolitan
area.
Land use compatibility issues are summarized on page 5-94. A key issue will continue to
be the regulation of strip commercialization. The County should be attentive to encouraging
commercial nodes and requiring service road connections between adjacent commercial
developments.
The proposed Cape Fear Skyway will intersect with NC 133, which currently. has limited
commercial development (refer to transportation discussion on page 5-105). It is anticipated that
a significant commercial node will develop at the intersection of the Skyway and NC 133.
Because of the large volume of year-round tourism, it is expected that the County's
commercial development will continue to exceed what would normally be supported by the year -
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round permanent population. In addition, the County's 36 golf courses generate year-round
support for commercial development.
A recent study by UNC-W economists has indicated a 2005 economic growth rate of 9% for
Brunswick, New Hanover, and Pender counties. The booming economy and associated commercial
development will place increasing demands on the County's infrastructure system. In addition, it
is noted in the County's 1993 CAMA land use plan that highway beautification must improve to
support visitor traffic in Brunswick County.
A Industrial Land Use
Less than 10% of the County's total existing land use acreage is considered to be industrial.
Three of the participating municipalities have no industrial development within their corporate limits
(St. James, Boiling Spring Lakes, and Carolina Shores). It is anticipated that future industrial
development will be primarily concentrated in the northern one-third of the County along the US
17 corridor, but may extend south with the development of an International Port. Caution should
be taken to prohibit/limit conflicts with adjacent growth. Most industrial growth should be located
in existing or future industrial parks. No -significant industrial development is anticipated in any of
the participating municipalities.
Requests for County approval of rezonings and subdivision/site plans should be carefully
reviewed to ensure sufficient water, sewer, and other infrastructure capacity. The road
improvements associated with the Cape Fear Skyway will be an impetus for further industrial
development in the northern section of the County (see page 5-108 for a map of the proposed
transportation improvements) and the International Port development in the southern portion of
the County. The major industrial development should occur west of Leland and south-southwest
of Belville.
E. Transportation
The following lists the North Carolina Department of Transportation future projects that are
identified in the 2006-2012 Transportation Improvement Program.
Bridge Proiects
ID No. (Location) Description Schedule (Fiscal Year)
B-4437 (US 17-74/76) Alligator Creek. Replace deck on Construction FFY 10
Bridge No. 107 and Bridge No. 108
B-4030 (NC 130) Bear Branch. Replace Bridge No. 9 Right-of-way IFFY 06
Construction IFFY 07
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ID No. (Location) Description Schedule (Fiscal Year)
B-4031 (NC 179) Sauce Pan Creek. Replace Bridge No. 72
B-4438 (NC 211) Branch of Juniper Creek. Replace Bridge No.
47
B-0682 (SR 1172) Inland Waterway to Sunset Beach. Replace
Bridge No. 198
B-4439 (SR 1342) Branch of Juniper Creek. Replace Bridge
No. 100
B-4440 - (SR 1349) Mulberry Swamp. Replace Bridge No. 163
B-2514 (SR 1435) Sturgeon Creek. Replace Bridge No. 1
Road Proiects
Right-of-way FFY 06
Construction FFY 07
Right-of-way FFY 09
Construction FFY 10
Right -of -way -In
Acquisition
Construction FFY 07
Right-of-way FFY 09
Construction FFY 10
Right-of-way FFY 07
Construction FFY 08
Under Construction
ID No. (Location) Description Schedule (Fiscal Year)
R-2633 (US 17) Wilmington Bypass, US 17 south of NC 87 Planning/design-In Progress
in Brunswick County to I-40 in New Hanover County. Mitigation SFY 08
Four -lane divided freeway on new location. Right-of-way SFY 07-08
Construction SFY 09
Construction post years
R-3432 (SR 1163) Georgetown Road Extension, SR 1184 Planning/design-In Progress
(Ocean Isle Beach Road) to NC 179. Two lanes on
Right-of-way SFY 09
new location
Construction SFY 11
R-4002 (SR 1472 Village Drive) West of SR 1437 (Old
Right -of -way -in Acquisition
Fayetteville Road) -SR 1435 (Navassa Road) to east
Construction FFY 08
of US 17 interchange ramps with dual left turn lanes
on north ramp to US 17. Widen to multi -lanes
R-4063 (SR 1472 Village Drive) SR 1435 (South Navassa
Right-of-way FFY 12
Road) to SR 1438 (Lanvale Road). Widen to multi-
Construction post years
lanes
R-3434 (SR 1500 Midway Rd and SR 1401 Galloway Rd) Right-of-way FFY 09
NC 211 to US 17 bypass. Upgrade roadway to 24, Construction FFY 11
construct paved shoulders, and improve intersections
at SR 1500, SR 1401, and US 17 business.
R-3324 (New Route) NC 211 to NC 87 at SR 1525. Two- Planning/design-In Progress
lane connector on new location Right-of-way FFY 10
Construction FFY 11
U-3462 (Shallotte) SR 1357 (Smith Avenue) -NC 130. Mitigation FFY 06
Realign intersection to eliminate offset, new location Right-of-way FFY 06
Construction FFY 08
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ID No (Location) Description Schedule (Fiscal Year)
R-2245 (New Route) SR 1104 to NC 211. Widen SR 1105 Planning/Design-In Progress
(Middleton Avenue), SR 1104 to SR 1190. Replace Right-of-way in acquisition
Bridge #206 over Davis Creek and construct multi- Mitigation FFY 06
lanes, SR 1190 (Oak Island Drive) to NC 211 on new Construction FFY06
location.
Source: NCDOT.
All of these projects will improve transportation safety and access in Brunswick County.
Long-range, the construction of the proposed Cape Fear Skyway (CFS) will significantly improve
access to Brunswick County (see Map 25). The CFS will span about 9.5 miles across the Cape Fear
River, connecting the US 17 Bypass to US 421, serving the Port of Wilmington, and generally
improving connectivity along the US 17 route parallel with the coast. A construction schedule has
not been set. The CFS will be a major bridge over the ocean -shipping channel in the estuarial
channel of the Cape Fear River. It will have an overhead clearance of 225 feet to accommodate
the largest container and cruise ships, plus extensive bridging over adjacent wetlands. With a 95-
foot deck, it will accommodate 2x3 lanes, but probably open with 2x2 lanes striped. It will improve
access to the Port located on the eastern side of the river and provide a new gateway to the city
from the west, as well as facilitating troop deployments from Fort Bragg (82"d Airborne) in
Fayetteville, and Camp Lejeune (2"d Marine Division) in Jacksonville. Traffic is projected at 58,000
to 80,000 vehicles/day. The CFS will be constructed and operated by the North Carolina Turnpike
Authority.
With the amount of growth occurring in Brunswick County, adequate roads becomes a
major issue. In particular, future development along NC 211 is a concern. The County will monitor
development closely in an effort to coordinate road improvements and construction, and financing
of them.
F. Public Land Use/Shoreline Access
Brunswick County updated their Shoreline Access Plan in 2003. The County's shoreline
access program technically began in 1975 in the form of a citizen survey, and was officially
established in the context of an addendum to the County's 1981 CAMA land use plan. This plan
will serve as an update to the County's 1990 shoreline access plan.
The County currently maintains 42 public access sites. The 2003 plan reviewed these
existing sites, and offered suggestions for improvements at several sites and identified potential
sites for acquisition in various locations. The plan listed locations suitable for the establishment
of additional public access sites. Those sites are listed in Table 61. Acquisition and development
of these sites will depend on the facilities needed at each site. The Shoreline Access Plan identifies
12 sites as "High" cost to improve, one as "Medium/High, and two as "Low." The plan also
provides an extensive list of funding sources.
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Begin
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Land Use Plan
Cape Fear Skyway
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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In July of 2006, Brunswick County was awarded two grants totaling $517,280 (grant and
local match) to construct two canoe/kayak launch ramps for the Brunswick Natural Park and the
Whitlock Landing Access Site. Both projects are conveniently located on Town Creek off major
growth corridors - US 17 & NC 133. The grants were awarded through the NC Public Beach and
Waterfront Access Program. During the Brunswick County Greenway/Blueway Master Plan planning
process, the Brunswick Nature Park was chosen out of the six proposed demonstration sites as the
most favorable site to concentrate efforts for park development and expansion. The plan will also
designate Town Creek as a vital location that will provide connectivity to Brunswick County's
proposed greenway/blueway network. These grants will enable the establishment of Brunswick
County's first blueway.
Table 61.
Brunswick County - List of Potential Public Access Sites
Location Existing.Facilities*
Cost to Improve**
Priority
Sunset Beach Good
High
Low
Sunset Harbor Very Good
Low
Medium
Oak Island (Fish Factory Road) Yes
Low
Low
Rice Creek Fair
High
Medium
Bonaparte's Landing None
High
High
Belville/NC Hwy 133 Very Good
Low
N/A
Seaside Rd./AICW None
High
High
Brick Landing Fair
Medium/High
High
Oak Island None
High
Low
Middle Dam Road None
High
High
Lockwood Folly Fair
High
Medium
Town Creek (Hwy 17) None
High
High
SR 1427 None
High
High
Town Creek (911 acres) None
High
High
*The rankings for existing facilities are as follows:
Very Good — existing facilities are adequate for public use and are in good
condition.
Good — facilities are adequate but may need additional facilities or improvements.
Fair — Facilities exist but are not fully developed
or maintained.
**Cost rankings are broken down as follows:
Low — sites have facilities that require some improvements.
Medium — sites have some facilities but need additional improvements.
High — site needs to be fully developed.
Source: 2003 Brunswick County Shoreline Access Plan.
G. Education
As discussed earlier in this plan, the Brunswick County School System oversees nine
elementary schools, three middle schools, three high schools, and the Brunswick Learning Center
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which accommodates students in grades 6-12. The County school system had a combined
2004/2005 enrollment of 11,167.
According to recent forecasts, Brunswick County's population is expected to increase by
approximately 42,271, to 114,512 persons, by 2020. Historically, approximately 17% of the
County's population has been school -aged persons. Therefore, Brunswick County schools may
need to accommodate approximately 7,186 additional students by 2020. Six of the 16 schools are
operating over capacity: two elementary schools, two middle schools, and two high schools. Two
schools are operating very close to capacity: one elementary and one high school. The expected
population increase, coupled with the number of schools operating close to or over capacity, could
have a significant impact on the school system as a whole. The Brunswick County School System
is currently researching areas for land acquisition that will accommodate the construction of the
equivalent of two elementary schools and one middle school.
H. Recreation
The Recreation, Parks, and Open Space Standards and Guidelines, 2001 were published by
the National Recreation and Parks Association to provide national guidelines which could serve as
an expression of reasonableness and adequacy with respect to quality service delivery. Table 62
provides a summary of the national standards for selected recreational facilities and the County's
existing and future demand for new facilities.
Table 62.
National Recreation Standards and Demand for Facilities in Brunswick County
Districts
Standard
Existing
Existing Facility
Year 2020 Additional
Facilities
Demand*
Facility Demand**
Baseball
1 per 10,000 persons
19***
+30******
+78******
League Softball
1 per 4,000 persons
19***
+30******
+78******
Practice Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
1****
+23****
+37****
Youth Baseball Fields
1 per 3,000 persons
19***
+30******.
+78******
Tennis Courts
1 per 1,000 persons
15
58
100
Basketball Goals
1 per 500 persons
16
130
215
Football/Soccer
1 per 6,000 persons
6*****
6
13
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900 SF per 1,000 persons
None
+65,827 SF
+103,871 SF
*This column represents the number of additional facilities the County currently needs to serve its existing population.
**This column represents the number of additional facilities the County will need to serve a population of approximately
115,412 in 2020.
***There are 19 baseball/softball fields within the County.
****This includes a batting cage. The County also has 8 acres of practice area at the Northwest District Park.
*****There are 4 football/soccer fields and one mini -soccer field. Shallotte District Park has one full-size soccer field;
however, the field can be broken into 3-5 fields for smaller children.
******30 total fields are needed based on the standards.
Source: National Recreation and Parks Association, 2001.
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As indicated in the preceding table, according to National Recreation Standards, the
County's future demands include an increase in baseball fields, softball fields, practice fields, youth
baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball goals, football/soccer fields, and swimming facilities.
However,. it should be noted that these guidelines reflect professional judgement rather than an
assessment of community needs, and no two communities are the same. Furthermore, many.
communities have found the national guidelines difficult to meet. Therefore,- the pursuit of
achieving national recreation standards should not take the place of common sense and recognizing
the needs of the community. It should also be noted that many communities have taken out
basketball courts, or are not constructing additional courts, be they are often a breeding
ground for illegal activity. Additionally, the County is located in an area that is rich in natural
outdoor recreational opportunities; therefore, the National Recreation Guidelines may not be
considered the absolute standard.
The County completed a Parks and Recreation Master Plan that was adopted on January 15,
2002. The defined implementation period for the master plan is 2002-2007. The plan identified
several significant deficiencies with regards to parks and recreation facilities and services
throughout the County. The most significant issues defined in the plan are the need for additional
land acquisition, facility development, program development, policy considerations, and personnel
considerations. The plan defines an implementation strategy for addressing each of these issues.
The most significant objectives outlined in the plan are for the development of two large parks
facilities and the addition of 13 new employees. The estimated cost of these parks is $13 million
each. One of the proposed parks is to be located in the vicinity of Carolina Shores and Calabash.
The closest County park facility to this area is 14 miles. There is a substantial need for a public
recreation area in this portion of the County.
L Water System
As discussed in the Analysis of Existing Community Facilities section of this plan, Brunswick
County provides potable water service to more than 20,000 residential, commercial, and industrial
customers. The county supplies regular use water to the following water systems: Bald Head
Utilities, Carolina Blythe, Caswell Beach, Holden Beach, North Brunswick Sanitary District,
Northwest, Oak Island, Ocean Isle Beach, Shallotte, Southport, and Sunset Beach. According to
the water supply plan, sales contracts are classified as unlimited for each of these systems. The
County does not have problems meeting sales contracts to these water systems. However, in an
effort to conserve water resources, the County is currently helping to develop a regional water
conservation program with neighboring cities and counties. The County expects peak day demands
to exceed water treatment plant capacity by 2010. In order to offset this expectation, the County
plans to upgrade or design and expand the surface water treatment plant to accommodate the
need for additional water treatment capacity. The estimated cost of the upgrade/expansion is $20
million.
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J. Sewer System
Brunswick County operates nine wastewater treatment plants: Northeast Brunswick regional
water reclamation facility, West Brunswick regional water reclamation facility (under construction),
Brunswick Government Center wastewater treatment plant (WWTP), Town CreekTownship WWTP,
St. James WWTP, Winding River WWTP, Brunswick Community College WWTP, Sea Trail WWTP,
and Carolina Shores WWTP. Once the West Brunswick regional water reclamation facility is
complete, the Brunswick Government center, St. James, Winding River, and Brunswick Community
College WWTPs will be gradually turned into pump stations and tie into the regional water
reclamation facility. Based on recent growth trends, the County expects- that the Northeast
Brunswick regional water reclamation facility may require an expansion. The expansion will provide
an additional 3 MGD and is estimated to cost $28,617,307.
X So/id Waste
There are no significant changes to discuss regarding solid waste removal services within
Brunswick County during the planning period. The County will continue to contract out collection
of solid waste to Waste Industries. The County will continue to operate the landfill site located off
Galloway Road on NC Highway 17. This landfill facility has the excess capacity to support the
County and potential growth throughout the planning period.
One significant issue facing the County, however, is the construction of a potential $20
million Hugh Neu automotive and appliance recycling center outside of the Town of Navassa. The
new facility will create approximately 50 new jobs and provide a large boom to the economy in and
around Navassa. The recycling facility has come under a lot of scrutiny due to the potential
environmental impacts it may have. Additionally, when full, the site will stand at 350 feet in
elevation. At this time, Brunswick County has stated that it opposes the development of the site,
and passed a resolution in May, 2005, opposing the.facility.
L. Law Enforcement
The Brunswick County Sheriffs Department is in the process of implementing several facility
and administrative, changes. The Brunswick County jail facility is about to undergo a substantial
expansion. The following summarizes the proposed improvements and preliminary cost estimates.
Expansion consisting of approximately 40,868 SF will include: 4 additional male dayrooms, 72 new
male cells, 1 male dorm, 2 female dayrooms, 36 new female cells, additional laundry, make and
female control rooms, 4 holding cells, inmate storage, booking area, and vitiation room.
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The preliminary cost of construction for the facility is approximately $6.6 million. In
addition to the jail improvements, the Sheriffs Department has recently purchased 10 mobile data
terminals for police cars. These mobile data computers include the laptops, software, printers,
mobile data cards, and laptop mounts for vehicles. These items were purchased with funds
received through a Local Law Enforcement Block Grant. In terms of staffing and administrative
changes, the County has not'yet begun hiring for the Phase II jail expansion project. It is
anticipated that additional staff persons will be added during FY05/06.
The Brunswick County Sheriffs Department is responsible for serving the unincorporated
portions of the County. Law enforcement efforts within the County's municipalities are handled
through municipal police departments; however, there are mutual aide agreements between all
departments within the County. Brunswick County currently employs 91 full-time law enforcement
officers. According to national standards, a give jurisdiction should employ two full-time officers
per 1000 in population. Based on population projections provided on page 5-22 of this plan, the
unincorporated population of the County is expected to reach 79,634 by the year 2020. Based on
these projections, current staffing levels will be more than adequate throughout the planning
period.
M. Fire/EMS
As noted earlier in the plan, Brunswick County operates its Fire/EMS services on a County-
wide mutual aide basis, with a total of 23 fire departments servicing the entire County. These
departments have been 'listed on page 5-112 of the plan. The following improvements are being
proposed at several of the departments across the County:
Tri Beach/Holden Beach Volunteer Fire Department — adding a 3`d fire station
Town of Leland — adding a 2"d and 3rd fire department
City of Southport — looking at relocating to a new facility due to the age of the existing one
Town of Bolivia — looking at the possibility of building a new facility
Town of Shallotte — possibly building a new facility
Town of Sunset Beach — in the process of building a new facility
There are currently no noted changes in administration, vehicles, or facilities in the
Emergency Management Services division of the County.
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II. LAND USE/DEVELOPMENT GOALS AND IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS
This section of the plan is intended to guide the development and use of land in Brunswick County
and its participating municipalities. The future land use map and policies are intended to support
Brunswick County, its participating municipalities, and CAMA's goals. Separate supplemental
policies are included for the participating municipalities. The future land use map and the specified
development goals are based on the Brunswick County community concerns (identified on page
4-1 of this plan) and the future needs/demands identified in Section 6.I. (Future Demands)
III. POLICIES/IMPLEMENTING ACTIONS
A. Introduction
It is intended that the policies included in this plan are consistent with the goals of CAMA.
This plan will address the CRC management topics for land use plans and comply with all state and
federal rules and regulations. The following will serve as a guideline to assist in assuring that this
land use plan will guide the development and use of land in a manner that is consistent with the
management goal(s), planning objective(s), and land use plan requirements of this plan. These
policies/implementing actions will apply in the County as a whole and the participating
municipalities. All policies/implementing actions shall be used for consistency review
by appropriate state and federal agencies.
Resource conservation and impact analysis issues are addressed throughout the
policies and implementing actions included in this plan. However, the following conservation -
related policies and implementing actions are emphasized:
• Public Access, page 6-23.
• Conservation, page 6-32.
• Stormwater Control, page 6-37.
• Natural Hazard Areas, page 6-46.
• Water Quality, page 6-49.
• Cultural, Historical, and Scenic Areas, page 6-54.
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Specifically, in implementing this plan, the Brunswick County Planning Board, Board of
Commissioners, and the participating municipalities will continually do the following:
• Consult the Land Use Plan during the deliberation of all re -zoning requests.
• Consider the following in deliberation of all zoning petitions:
» Consider the policies and implementing actions of this plan and all applicable
CAMA regulations in their decisions regarding land use and development
(including 15A NCAC 7H).
» All uses that are allowed in a zoning district must be considered. A decision
to re -zone or not to re -zone a parcel or parcels of property cannot be based
on consideration of only one use or a partial list of the uses allowed within
a zoning district.
» Zoning decisions will not be based on aesthetic considerations.
» Requests for zoning changes will not be approved if the requested change
will result in spot zoning. Spot zoning is a form of discriminatory zoning
whose sole purpose is to serve the private interests of one or more
landowners instead of furthering the welfare of the entire community as part
of an overall zoning plan. Spot zoning is based on the arbitrary and
inappropriate nature of a re -zoning change rather than, as is commonly
believed, on the size of the area being re -zoned.
» Zoning which will result in strip development should be discouraged. Strip
development is a melange of development, usually commercial, extending
along both sides of a major street. Strip development is often a mixture of
auto -oriented enterprises (e.g., gas stations, motels, and food stands), and
truck -dependent wholesale and light industrial enterprises along with the
once -rural homes and farms that await conversion to commercial use. Strip
development may severely reduce traffic -carrying capacity of abutting
streets by allowing for excessive and conflicting curb cuts.
» The concept of uniformity should be supported in all zoning deliberations.
Uniformity is a basic premise of zoning which holds that all land in similar
circumstances should be zoned alike; any different circumstances should be
carefully balanced with a demonstrated need for such different treatment.
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» Zoning regulations should be made in accordance with the Brunswick
County Land Use Plan and designed to lessen congestion in the streets; to
secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers; to promote health and the
general welfare; to provide adequate light and air; to prevent the
overcrowding of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; and to
facilitate the adequate provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools,
parks, and other public requirements. The regulations shall be made with
reasonable consideration, among other things, as to the character of the
district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses, and with a view to
conserving the value of buildings and encouraging the most appropriate use
of land throughout Brunswick County's planning jurisdiction.
» Specifically, the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners should ask the
following questions:
1. Do Brunswick County and the participating municipalities need more
land in the zone class requested?
2. Is there other property in the County/participating municipalities that
might be more appropriate for this use?
3. Is the request in accordance with the Brunswick County land use
plan? It should be noted that no CAMA permits (major or minor)
shall be issued for any proposal that is inconsistent with any of the
policies noted within the Land Use Plan.
4. Will the request have a serious impact on traffic circulation, parking
space, sewer and water services, and other utilities?
5. Will the request have an impact on other County municipal services,
including police protection, fire protection, or the school system?
6. Is there a good possibility that the request, as proposed, will result
in lessening the enjoyment or use of adjacent properties?
7. Will the request, as proposed, cause serious noise, odors, light,
activity, or unusual disturbances?
8. Does the request raise serious legal questions such as spot zoning,
hardship, violation of precedents, or need for this type of use?
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9. Does the request adversely, impact any CAMA AEC's or other
environmentally sensitive areas including water quality?
10. Does the request adversely impact water quality?
It is intended that this plan will serve as the basic tool to guide development/growth in
Brunswick County subject to the following:
• The Brunswick County Land Development Ordinances should be revised from time
to time to be consistent, as reasonably possible, with the recommendations of this
plan and the evolving nature of the County's growth and development policy.
(Note: Brunswick County's UDO was revised in 2006-07.)
• Land development regulations should be designed: to lessen congestion in the
streets; to secure safety from fire, panic, and other dangers; to promote health and
the general welfare; to provide adequate light and air; to prevent the overcrowding
of land; to avoid undue concentration of population; and to facilitate the adequate
provision of transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks, and other public
requirements.
• Brunswick County and the participating municipalities will coordinate all
development proposals with appropriate State and/or Federal agencies.
B. Smart Growth
The need for smart growth is a critical issue in Brunswick County. The "boom" which is
occurring in Brunswick County growth and development is a major concern. The issues, which
include traffic, housing, infrastructure, schools, and other community facilities needs, are discussed
throughout this plan. Coordinated. development that will minimize conflicts inland uses, support
compatible land uses, and reduce the impact on infrastructure must be achieved. The policies that
are included in this plan are intended to support the smart growth concept.
Smart growth is development that serves the economy, community, and the environment.
It provides a framework for communities to make informed decisions about how and where they
grow. Smart growth makes it possible for communities to grow in ways that support economic
development and jobs; create strong neighborhoods with a range of housing, commercial, and
transportation options; and achieve healthy communities that provide families with a clean
environment.
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In doing so, smart growth can provide solutions to the concerns facing Brunswick County
about the impacts of development patterns characteristic in. recent years. Though supportive of
growth, Brunswick County should question the economic costs of extending infrastructure beyond
developed areas. The County should also question the necessity of spending increasing time in
cars locked in traffic and traveling miles to the nearest store.
The smart growth concept will support Brunswick County's objective of preserving its
natural resources by encouraging the development of neighborhoods and communities that may
be "self sustaining."
Smart growth is based on the following ten principles:
1. Mix land uses
2. Take advantage of compact building design
3. Create a range of housing opportunities and choices
4. Create walkable neighborhoods
5. Foster distinctive, attractive communities with a strong.sense of place
6. Preserve open space, farmland, natural beauty, and critical environmental areas
7. Strengthen and direct development towards existing communities
8. Provide a variety of transportation choices
9. Make development decisions predictable, fair, and cost effective
10. Encourage community and stakeholder collaboration in development decisions
Perhaps most critical to successfully achieving smart growth is realizing that no one policy
or approach will transform a community. The policies described here should be used in
combination with each other to better achieve healthy, vibrant communities. A frst step in the
process of evaluating and determining how Brunswick County wants to grow is for the County and
its participating municipalities to recognize the importance and value of modifying the way they
grow. This can be achieved through Brunswick Countyexamining the development challenges
facing the County and evaluating the benefits and downsides of both current and alternative
growth strategies in the development of its goals, objectives, and land use plan requirements.
Policies and implementing actions contained in this plan support smart growth actions
within the County.
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The following examples of some of the development concepts associated with smart growth
are provided by Randall Arendt':
Preserve Brunswick County's open space and agricultural areas, historically
significant structures, landmarks, and other features which reflect its heritage.
Figure 1: Simple site planning techniques for protecting the scenic character of rural roads include
maintaining (or establishing) a wooded no -cut buffer along the front lot line and angling driveways
so that lawns, houses, and garages are not directly visible from the road. Combined with deep front
setbacks for construction, such approaches could become design requirements in a scenic roads
overlay zone. Where such principles remain guidelines rather than enforceable standards,
conventional clearing and siting patterns can be expected to continue, as illustrated in the bottom
half of this sketch.
Maintain wooded buffer along road.
Consider special features (stone walls, large trees)
when shanina lots and clearings.
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' Randall Arendt is vice president, conservation planning, with the Natural Lands Trust at Hildacy
Farm in Media, PA. Previously director of planning and research at the Center for Rural Massachusetts in the
Department of Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning in Amherst, he is an elected member of the
Royal Town Planning Institute. A member of Phi Beta Kappa, he holds a B.A. degree, magna cum laude, from
Wesleyan University and a MPhil. Degree in Urban Design and Regional Planning from the University of
Edinburgh, Scotland, where he was a St. Andrew's Scholar. He has lectured in thirty-three states and five
Canadian provinces, and has designed open space subdivisions in ten states.
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Discourage strip commercial development on major collector roads that allow each
lot to have direct vehicular access to the highway.
Figure 2: Connecting rear parking lots allows customers to drive to many other shops in the corridor
without re-entering the highway and interrupting traffic flow. Such arrangements can be required
for new development, expansion of existing buildings, and redevelopment.
Figure 3: Two alternatives for arranging commercial development along a rural highway: strip
versus nodes. Within the node, stores are located toward the front of their lots, with interconnected
rear parking provision.
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• Encourage and preserve agricultural and forestiand to protect the future of farming
in Brunswick County.
Figure 4: Two of the nation's first county -wide zoning regulations requiring developers to employ
"open space design" techniques were adopted by Isle of Wight County, Virginia. These sketches
illustrate two options under the new ordinance, where development density is limited to one dwelling
per ten acres: preserving 50 percent of a 100=acre farm with 10 five -acre lots, or preserving 70
percent open space with 20 lots of 1.5 acres each. Source: Redman -Johnston Associates, Easton,
Maryland.
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encourage (or require) clustering of new development. Even on relatively shallow sites, where there
is little opportunity to locate homes far from
the road, such as against a distant treeline, R°a°
clustering principles can help reduce
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• Reduce traffic congestion and safety problems.
Figure 6: Conventional development with poor connectivity: travel requires use of the collector
streets, causing congestion and discouraging pedestrians and cyclist (top). Smart growth with
interconnected street system, allowing a variety of transportation options and shorter trips (bottom).
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Preserve large wetland areas (> one acre) in a natural state to protect their
environmental value.
Figure 7: Conventional two -acre lot subdivision with homes located on sensitive but buildable land,
compared with improved layouts protecting those resource areas, as encouraged by new regulations
adopted by the Maine Department of Environmental Protection.
Sensitive area
® Easement or deed restriction
Figure 8: Reducing lot size can sometimes help subdivision designers locate all homes on the better
soils contained within a development site. On the left, some of the thirteen 2.5-acre lots would have
septic systems on marginal soils, barely meeting minimum legal requirements, because these lots
contain nothing better. By decreasing lots to one acre in size, all thirteen can be laid out to contain
deeper, drier soils (with all wetlands in the open space preservation area, a treed island at the end
of the street, and a future street and/or trail connection to adjoining properties). Sometimes such
arrangements require a few "flag lots" with a relatively narrow strip of land providing driveway
access, a very useful design approach that should generally be allowed, subject to certain safeguards
to prevent abuses (such as the infamous "rat-tail" subdivisions with numerous lots having long,
snake -like appendages connecting the lots to a distant public road —all to avoid the cost of providing
internal streets).
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C. Policies Regarding Land Use and Development in AECs
Brunswick County accepts state and federal law regarding land uses and development in
AEC's. By reference, all applicable state and federal regulations are incorporated into this
document. However, Brunswick County and its participating municipalities do not consider the
following issues to be relevant at this time within their planning jurisdictions:
• Outstanding Resource Waters
• Maritime Forests
• Peat or Phosphate Mining's Impact on any Resource
• Beach Nourishment
Note the following policy clarifications:
• No policy is subordinate to another.
• All management topics have equal status.
• The future land use map may show some areas in a developed category which may
also include sensitive habitats or natural areas. The intent is that development
should be designed/permitted to protect these areas through utilization of concepts
such as cluster development. Development/project approval will be based on
project design which avoids substantial loss of important habitat/environmentally
sensitive areas.
IV. LAND USE PLAN MANAGEMENT TOPICS
A. Introduction
The purposes of the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) management topics are to ensure
that CAMA Land Use Plans support the goals of CAMA, to define the CRCs expectations for the land
use planning process, and to give the CRC a substantive basis for review and certification of CAMA
Land Use Plans. Each of the following management topics (Public Access, Land Use Compatibility,
Infrastructure Carrying Capacity, Transportation, Natural Hazard Areas, Water Quality, and Local
Areas of Concern) include three components: a management goal, a statement of the CRC's
planning objective, and requirements for the CAMA Land Use Plan. These policies apply to the
entire county and the participating municipalities. Most of the policies and implementing actions
are continuing activities. In most situations, specific timelines are not applicable. Refer to page
7-4 for a list of those policies/implementing actions which have a specific schedule. The policies
and implementing actions frequently utilize the following words: should, continue, encourage,
enhance, identify, implement, maintain, prevent, promote, protect, provide, strengthen, support,
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work. The intent of these words is defined in Appendix VIII. Please note: Policies and
Implementing Actions are number consecutively throughout this document with the letter. "P"
denoting a policy and the letter "I" denoting an implementing action.
The development of this land use plan has relied heavily on the CAMA-prescribed existing
suitability analysis. It is intended that this document is supportive of the CAMA regulations for
protection of AEC's (15A NCAC 7H).
This plan is intended to support Brunswick County's vision statement (page 4-5) which was
developed based on the key issues identified on pages 4-1 through 4-4 of this document, the CAMA
AEC regulations 15 NCAC 7H, and the Brunswick Tomorrow. 2003 (Brunswick County. Vision
Statement). No negative impacts are anticipated by the implementation of the goals, objectives,.
and policies which are. included in this plan. Also refer to Tools for Managing Development,
page 7-1.
Note: It is intended that'all policies are consistent with applicable State and
Federal requirements when State and Federal requirements apply. If a policy
exceeds State or Federal requirements, that fact will be noted.
A Pub/icAccess
a. Management Goal., Brunswick County/and its participating municipalities will
maximize public access to their shorelines and public trust waters. Specifically their
goal includes developing facilities for additional public beach and coastal waterfront
access, particularly access to the creeks, rivers, and sounds of the County for both
pedestrian and boating traffic. Strong consideration should be given to developing
access facilities that allow for progressive and continual ingress and egress of users
along the fresh and estuarine waters of Brunswick County.
b. Planning Objective: Brunswick County and the participating municipalities will
develop comprehensive policies that provide public trust water access opportunities
for the public along the shorelines within their planning jurisdictions.
c. Land Use Plan Requirements: The following are Brunswick County's
policies/implementing actions for waterfront access. ' All policies are continuing
activities.
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Policies — Public Access:
PA Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the frequency of
shoreline access as defined by 15A NCAC 7M, Section .0300, Shorefront Access
Policies, and supports the protection of water quality during any development. The
County and its participating municipalities also support the preservation and
maintenance of areas that have historically and traditionally been used for public
access or working waterfronts.
P.2 Brunswick County and the participating municipalities support providing shoreline
access for persons with disabilities.
P.3 Emphasis will be placed on increasing parking for beach access sites in both the
County and its participating municipalities. The jurisdiction will actively seek
shoreline access funds from the Division of Coastal Management.
P.4 Additional public beach and coastal waterfront access facilities are desirable,
especially those accommodating small, motorized boats, canoes, kayaks, and other
recreational vehicles and uses. These public beach and coastal waterfront access
sites should include boat ramps, fishing piers and observation decks, and provide
limited parking and restroom facilities.
P.5 The County supports its 2003 Shoreline Access Plan Update. A summary of that
plan's policy section is included as Appendix IX.
Implementing Actions Public Access:
I.1 Brunswick County and the participating municipalities will explore revising the
Unified Development Ordinance to include the provisions of NCGS 153A-331 which
allows for requiring the developer of a subdivision to be charged recreation fees as
follows: "The subdivision ordinance may provide that a developer may provide
funds to the County whereby the County and its participating municipalities may
acquire recreational land or areas to serve the development or subdivision, including
the purchase of land which may be used to serve more than one subdivision or
development within the immediate area." These funds may be utilized to provide
increased shoreline access. Schedule; FY2008-2009 and Continuing.
I.2 Brunswick County, having revised its Shoreline Access Plan in 2003, will request
Division of Coastal Management funding for additional shoreline access. The
existing 2003 Shoreline Access Plan policies, which are specified in Appendix IX, are
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supported by Brunswick County and its participating municipalities that have
shoreline areas. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.3 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will pursue private sources of
funding for the development of shoreline access facilities, including donation of
land. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
I.4 The County and its participating municipalities will cooperate with state and federal
agencies to secure estuarine access areas to ensure adequate shoreline access
within all areas of the County. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.5 The County and its participating municipalities support implementation of the 2003
Brunswick County Shoreline Access Plan which specifies improvements that have
not been accomplished. These improvements are noted in Table 61, page 6-7.
Schedule: Continuing Activity as specified in the Shoreline Access Plan,
NOTE: Except for the Baptist Center adjacent to Caswell Beach, there are no shoreline
areas in Brunswick County or its participating municipalities targeted for shoreline/beach
nourishment.
C. Land Use Compatibility
a. ManagementGoal.• Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will ensure
that development and use of resources or preservation of land minimize direct and
secondary environmental impacts; avoid risks to public health, safety, and welfare;
and are consistent with the capability of the land based on the land suitability
analysis map (page 5-103).
b. Planning Objectives.
The land use policies' objectives and requirements will support the concept
of smart growth. Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will
strive to manage the "boom" in growth and development.
ii. Brunswick County and its participating municipalities' policies will provide
clear direction to assist local decision making and consistency findings for
zoning, divisions of land, and public and private projects.
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c. Land Use Plan Requirements: The following are Brunswick County's and its
participating municipalities' policies/implementing actions for land use compatibility
for residential, commercial/industrial, conservation, stormwater control, highway
corridor areas, and local concerns.
Policies — Residential:
P.6 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support provision of diversity
in housing including price, style, and type (i.e., single-family/multi-family).
P.7 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will emphasize the provision
of workforce/affordable housing.
P.8 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support smart growth land use
concepts for residential development.
P.9 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will support mixed use
development of residential and supporting non-residential land uses.
P.10 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will place emphasis on locating
residential developments with emphasis on convenience to town or village -based
services to reduce transportation, infrastructure, and service delivery costs.
P.11 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will support redevelopment/
revitalization in areas that have substandard housing conditions.
P.12 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support revisions to the North
Carolina General Statutes which would allow the local imposition of special
legislation or impact fees that would be levied against land developers to establish
a revenue source to support the additional demand for services generated by the
people occupying the proposed developments such as roads, schools, water and
sewer infrastructure, and recreational facilities.
P.13 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support repair and
reconstruction of privately -owned dwelling units through private funds and/or
grants. It supports the enforcement of existing regulations of the local Health
Department regarding sanitary conditions.
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P.14 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support utilization of
office/institutional/multi-family development as a buffer between light industrial and
commercial development and adjacent residential land uses.
P.15 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support greater residential
densities in areas that are accessible to water and/or sewer service(s). Agricultural
and low -density residential land uses should be located in areas that do not have
central water or sewer service.
Implementation — Residential
I.6 Brunswick County will enforce/support its Unified Development Ordinance (UDO)
that was prepared in 2005/2006 and adopted April 2, 2007 (effective May 1, 2007).
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.7 Brunswick County will explore different approaches to creating an ample workforce/
affordable housing stock within the County. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.8 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will follow the implementing
actions specified on pages 6-13 to 6-15 of this plan. Schedule; Continuing
Activity,
I.9 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will permit residential
development to occur in response to market needs provided that the following
criteria are met:
(1) Due respect is offered to all aspects of the environment.
(2) If deficient community facilities and services are identified, the County
should attempt to improve such to the point of adequately meeting
demands.
(3) Additional residential development should concurrently involve planning for
improvements to community facilities and services if excess capacity does
not exist within those facilities and services.
(4) Residential development is consistent with other County policies and the
land use map contained in this plan update.
This implementing action will be enforced through the Brunswick County UDO and
its participating municipalities' zoning and subdivision ordinances. Schedule;
Continuing Activity.
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I.10 Brunswick County will review its UDO and its participating municipalities will review
their UDO and zoning and subdivision ordinances and will consider establishing floor
area ratio requirements to ensure that development is consistent with the density
and intensity requirements of this plan. Schedule: Fiscal Year2008-2009.
Comment. Floor area ratio (FAR) is determined by dividing the gross floor area of
all buildings on a lot by the area of that lot. The floor area ratio (FAR) was
developed as a more refined and adaptable measure of intensity than building
coverage. It expresses in one measure, instead of several, the mathematical
relation between volume of building and unit of land. However, FAR cannot replace
more traditional bulk controls entirely. Often, it is not a sufficient height control nor
does it regulate the placement of the building on the site.
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I.11 Brunswick County will regulate the development of conflicting land uses along the
US 17, NC 133, and NC 211 highway corridors through its zoning and subdivision
ordinances. The County will also adopt a minimum housing code. Schedule:
Continuing Activity,
I.12 Brunswick County will enforce its minimum housing code to require the
improvement of removal of substandard housing. Schedule: Continuing
Activity,
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I.13 Brunswick County will continue to pursue Community Development, NC Housing
Finance Agency, and US Department of Agriculture funds from state and federal
sources for rehabilitation or redevelopment of substandard housing. Schedule;
Continuing Activity,
Policies — Commercial
P.16 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities strongly support commercial
nodes, including town or village centers, and the prohibition of strip
commercialization.
P.17 Brunswick County encourages/supports commercial development (nodes) at the
intersections of major roads consistent with the County's future land use map (Map
26).
P.18 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will support highway
beautification and landscaping of commercial areas.
P.19 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support utilization of office and
institutional zoning/transitional overlay as a buffer between residential and
commercial development.
P.20 Brunswick County supports commercial development in I areas of environmental
concern that is consistent/supports 15A NCAC 7H.
Implementing Actions — Commercial
I.14 Brunswick County will enforce/support its UDO which was prepared in 2005/2006
and adopted April 2, 2007 (effective May 1, 2007). Schedule: Continuing
Activity,
I.15 _Implementation of the UDO will focus on control/limitation of strip
commercialization. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.16 A specific development/commercialization plan will be prepared for the area
surrounding NC 133 and its intersection with the connection to the Cape Fear
Skyway. Schedule; PY2009-2010.
I.17 The County's UDO will be utilized to regulate development in areas of environmental
concern (AECs). Schedule: Continuing Activity.
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I.18 Commercial fishing and marina operations will be regulated through the County's
UDO, consistent with 15A NCAC 7H. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.19 Through implementation of the County's UDO, commercial development should not
be permitted to infringe on the natural heritage and protected land areas which are
depicted on Maps 8 and 9. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.20 Brunswick County will support commercial forestry activities, provided significant
adverse impacts on natural resource systems are fully mitigated. Such activities
should be considered in accordance with the standards and recommendations of the
US Forest Service. The County also advocates the voluntary participation of
commercial forestry interests in the State of North Carolina's best management
practice program for forestry management. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
Policies — Industrial
P.21 Brunswick County will encourage/support the development of clean industries in
locations where services can be provided, environmental impacts can be mitigated,
surrounding land uses are compatible, and transportation systems can support the
development.
P.22 Brunswick County will support education and training of its work force to attract
diverse industries.
P.23 Brunswick County will support properly permitted mining activities within its
borders.
P.24 Industrial development should not adversely affect AECs (15A NCAC 7H).
Brunswick County supports the proper planning for and location of the new
International Port and the proposed Cape Fear Skyway.
Implementing Actions — Industrial
I.21 Brunswick County will undertake the following actions to educate and train its work
force to support diverse industries:
(1) Increase and enhance apprentice programs to target improve the link
between educational and vocational opportunities.
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(2) Cultivate relationships with the NC Employment Security Commission,
Brunswick Community College, and other institutions to underwrite job
training programs.
(3) Seek industry/business support for apprenticeship programs.
(4) Provide transportation for job training for those who need it.
(5) Support existing apprenticeship and job sharing programs in Brunswick
County schools.
(6) Develop work training programs to better train work force.
Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.22 Brunswick County will rely on its UDO to target industrial growth in existing or
future industrial parks. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.23 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities allow. industrial development
within fragile areas and areas with low land suitability acceptable, only if the
following conditions are met:
(1) CAMA minor or major permits can be obtained (compliance with 15A NCAC
7H).
(2) Applicable zoning ordinance provisions are met.
(3) No industrial use will be permitted within coastal wetlands, estuarine waters,
and public trust waters, unless such use is water -related and fully complies
with 15A NCAC 7H.
This policy applies to both new industrial development and to expansion of existing
industrial facilities. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.24 Brunswick County opposes the establishment of private solid waste/landfill sites in
the County that are not licensed by the County. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.25 - The natural heritage areas and protected lands, which are depicted on Maps 8 and
9, should be protected from negative impacts resulting from industrial development
and/or expansion through implementation of the UDO. Schedule: Continuing
Activity.
I.26 In order to expand employment opportunities, Brunswick County will undertake the
following:
(1) Formulate and expand local incentives to attract industry.
• Inventory unused business facilities.
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• Support County water and sewer systems.and other infrastructure.
• Support and enhance incubator program for startup businesses.
• Identify and recruit industries that are compatible with and
complement Brunswick County's geography, culture, and climate.
• Create awareness of incentives for the employment of the elderly.
(2) Encourage clean industry to locate in Brunswick County to promote a
healthy environment.
• Support businesses involved with computer software business,
medical technology, and telecommunications.
• Promote awareness of service industries catering to tourists'
opportunities.
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.27 The County will review the plans and consider impacts once additional information
is available regarding the proposed International Port and the Cape Fear Skyway.
Schedule: When information becomes available.
Policies — Conservation
P.25 Brunswick County will preserve/protect wetlands and swamps from development
pressures.
P.26 Brunswick County will protect the water quality of its streams and rivers.
P.27 Brunswick County will support beach municipalities in maintenance/protection of
beaches as a valuable natural resource as well as protecting shorelines under
County jurisdiction.
P.28 Brunswick County will support educational programs on the importance of
preserving wetland areas.
P.29 Brunswick County supports increasing usable open space in major subdivisions.
P.30 Brunswick County supports forestation to maintain key wildlife areas.
P.31 Brunswick County supports reuse of existing/abandoned commercial and industrial
sites to maintain valuable open space.
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P.32 Brunswick County is one of the most biologically diverse areas in the State of North
Carolina. The County shall take no action nor approve of any action which would
seriously or irreparably harm the long-term biodiversity and productivity of the area.
P.33 Commercial forestry activities shall be supported in Brunswick County, provided
significant adverse impacts on natural resource systems are fully mitigated.
P.34 Mining activities that would jeopardize the short- or long-term viability of valuable
natural resources or create hazardous conditions in the County shall not be
permitted.
P.35 Brunswick County supports efforts to maintain and enhance the fisheries resource
of its waters, including water quality protection measures, nursery and habitat
preservation, proper fisheries management and enforcement,.' aquaculture
development, and artificial reef activities.
P.36 Brunswick County discourages the use of off -road vehicles in all fragile areas
because of potential adverse environmental impacts.
P.37 ' Brunswick County supports state and federal regulations prohibiting off -road
vehicles on lands that they control.
P.38 Brunswick County does not support new development and redevelopment activities
which would significantly degrade the quality of natural and scenic resources in
Brunswick County, prematurely diminish the predominantly rural character of the
area, or create incompatibilities of scale, design or land use, shall not be permitted.
P.39 Brunswick County supports efforts to maintain and enhance public and private
gamelands, including habitat protection and management, and the proper
management of hunting clubs and hunting activities:
P.40 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support protection/
preservation of all AECs (15A NCAC 7H).
Implementing Actions — Conservation
I.28 Brunswick County will require the following to be delineated on all preliminary
subdivision plats for lands within and adjacent to the proposed subdivision: AECs,
prime farmlands, 404 wetlands, significant natural heritage areas, protected areas,
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historic sites, 100-year floodplain areas, and public gamelands. Schedule;
Continuing activity in the subdivision review process
I.29 Brunswick County will coordinate all housing code enforcement/redevelopment/
public works projects with the NC Division of Archives and History to ensure
preservation and identification of significant historic structures and archaeological
sites. Significant heritage sites are identified on page 5-99 of this plan. Schedule. -
Continuing Activity,
I.30 Brunswick County will designate a staff person to be responsible for assembling and
organizing a "Conservation Council" which will be advisory to the County's planning
board and board of commissioners. The council will include representation of
conservation groups, forest industry, farming/agriculture, environmental educators,
land developers, real estate professionals, senior citizens, fishing/aquaculture, NC
Wildlife Resource Commission/hunting groups, Brunswick County planning and
parks & recreation departments, and municipal representatives. When established,
specific powers and responsibilities will be determined. Schedule; FY2008-2009
and continuing,
I.31 Brunswick County will adopt a tree preservation ordinance that will address the
following:
• Increase buffering along areas of deforestation or clear cutting.
• Provide vegetative medians as a best management plan as highways are
expanded or improved when feasible.
• Educate the public of the benefits of controlled burns on "natural areas" by
certified professional foresters.
Schedule; FY2008-2009.
I.32 Brunswick County will work with economic development to promote reuse of
abandoned commercial and industrial sites, and to explore funding opportunities for
brownfield site cleanup and redevelopment. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.33 In order. to protect wetlands, Brunswick County will implement the following
programs:
(1) Develop a "Nature's Classroom Program" in our public school system for
wetlands education.
(2) Coordinate the wetlands education program with Brunswick County
Community College, UNC-W, and other universities.
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(3) Develop a volunteer -supported educational program as part of the NC
Cooperative Extension Service, to include agriculture, aquaculture,
horticulture, and zoology.
(4) Create trails and access into natural areas and wetlands.
(5) Expand the program that cooperates with schools from the mountains and
Piedmont to plan for weekend "Eco-camps" for students to visit Brunswick
County.
(6) Work with the NC Cooperative Extension 4-H to create state-wide high
school program for "eco-education projects."
Schedule: Starting in FY2008-2010 and Continuing.
I.34 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will preserve open space
through implementation of its UDO. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.35 In order to assist in protecting wetlands, Brunswick County will accomplish the
following:
Educational
(1) Expand public awareness of the importance of wetlands and swamps.
• Prepare newsletter for public distribution.
• Use NCDENR to present program to schools and civic organizations.
• Promote youth interest in environment and marine ecology with local
activities (e.g., beach cleanup, turtle watches, boat rides, etc.)
(2) Prepare quick facts for consumers and developers with list of action items
that help protect these environments.
(3) Expand Brunswick County web site with links to local groups focusing on
environmental issues.
(4) Host international meetings with environmental groups to better coordinate
ecotourism and other conservation efforts. .
UDO
(1) Prepare policy on wetlands and swamp protection.
(2) Create bike paths and/or horse trails adjacent to prime areas to foster
greater, awareness. Trails may go through sensitive areas if they are
managed and impact is minimal.
Schedule; The educational actions will be continuing activities The UDO
items will be accomplished in FY2008-2009.
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I.36 Brunswick County will undertake the following educational actions:
(1) Advise property owners on backyard conservation activities that protect
streams and rivers.
(2) Expand the Brunswick County wet site with links to local groups that focus
on river water quality and marine ecology programs.
(3) Collaborate with universities to provide areas for sampling and access for
water quality studies.
Schedule; Continuing Activities
I.37 Expand the Brunswick County web site with links to local groups that focus on
beach quality and marine ecology programs. Schedule; FY2007--2008.
I.38 Establish a regional ecotourism board and link with Brunswick County resources to
unify interests of different groups across the Cape Fear region.
Schedule; Fywo9-2010.
I.39 Continue volunteer efforts through the NC Cooperative Extension Services to plant
beach grass after beach replenishment. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.40 Establish a contingency/emergency response for an oil spill or other beach -related
catastrophe. Schedule; FY2008-2009,
I.41 Collaborate with universities to provide areas for sampling and access for water
quality studies. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.42 Development of Brunswick County's sound and estuarine system islands, while not
encouraged, is permitted, provided that impacts on the natural environment are
properly mitigated. When such islands are deemed to have greater than
localsigniFcance, the Countyencouragesthestateorfedera/government
to purchase these environmentally -sensitive areas for the benefit of all
residents of the state. If such islands must be developed, low intensity uses
such as open space, recreation, and very low density residential development shall
be the preferred uses. Schedule; EnforcementofUDO, Continuing Activity,
I.43 Through the development review process, the diversity of wildlife in Brunswick
County shall be preserved and enhanced through protection of the unique coastal
ecosystems, including marshes, woodlands, open fields, and other areas upon which
they depend. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
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I.44 Brunswick County will continue to support the actions taken by Boiling Spring Lakes
to respond to the Red Cockaded Woodpecker concerns) and amend this plan as
necessary in coordination with Boiling Spring Lakes to reflect actions to be taken by
the Town to respond to the Red Cockaded Woodpecker infestation. -Schedule.-
Continuing Activity.
Policies — Stormwater Control
PAI Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will continue to support a
proactive role in the development of stormwater management and design standards
intended to protect the quality of the County's streams, rivers, marshes, and
estuarine systems.
P.42 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will support reducing soil
erosion, runoff, and sedimentation to minimize the adverse effects on surface and
subsurface water quality.
P.43 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the enforcement of all
controls and regulations, specifically design standards, tie -down requirements,
construction and installation standards, elevation requirements, floodproofing,
CAMA regulations, and FEMA regulations deemed necessary by the Board of
Commissioners to mitigate the risks of lives and property caused by severe storms
and hurricanes.
Implementing Actions — Stormwater Control
I.45 Brunswick County will ensure that its LIDO supports the following:
(1) A program of vegetated buffers adjacent to all streams, rivers, marshes, and
estuarine waters in the County, with the intent of reducing the flow of
nutrients and other contaminants into area surface waters.
(2) Accomplish stormwater runoff management in which there is no more than
a 5% runoff increase from pre -development to post -development conditions.
Schedule: FY2008-2009.
I.46 Brunswick County will consider adopting and enforcing a soil erosion and sediment
control ordinance. Schedule: FY2009-201a
I.47 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will support control of
agricultural runoff through implementation of Natural Resources Conservation
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Service `Agricultural Best Management Practices" program (see Appendix X).
Schedule: Continuing Activity,
I.48 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will support control of forestry
runoff through implementation of"Forestry Best Management Practices"as provided
by the NC Division of Forest Resources (see Appendix XI). Schedule: Continuing
Activity,
I.49 Brunswick County will formulate an educational program to inform the public of its
need for adequate stormwater management. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
I.50 Brunswick County will continue to enforce its stormwater control ordinance that
includes regulations for water detention and/or retention facilities in new
developments and provide regulations to control the amount of impervious surface
in a development. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
A Infrastructure Carrying Capacity
a. Management Goal. Brunswick County will provide an infrastructure system which
meets its citizens' present and future needs, supports a vibrant economy, protects
the environment, provides for continuous growth of the wastewater collection and
treatment systems, and adds to the overall quality of life.
b. Planning Objective. Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will
reflect/incorporate the future needs as identified in this document in all future
infrastructure planning.
C. Land Use Plan Requirements: Please refer to the discussion of water and sewer
needs on page 6-9 to 6-10. The following are Brunswick County's and its
participating municipalities' needs for infrastructure carrying capacity.
Policies — Infrastructure
P.44 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will seek regional cooperation
by all. local governments to maximize service delivery while minimizing duplication
of infrastructure, parks, community facilities, and other services.
P.45 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support wastewater treatment
in areas of need that is responsive to the conservation policies and implementing
actions identified in this plan, see pages 6-32 to 6-37.
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P.46 Coordination among the County, its municipalities, sewer districts, and major
industries shall be encouraged in planning and providing for capital facilities and
services.
P.47 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities shall plan ahead for the timely
and cost effective provision of major capital improvements and services on the basis
of anticipated growth and demand.
P.48 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support providing sufficient
water and sewer service to promote economic development and to alleviate public
health problems created by the absence of public water and sewer services in the
County and its municipalities.
P.49 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support directing more
intensive land uses to areas that have existing or planned infrastructure.
P.50 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the installation and
use of properly permitted septic tank systems and the enforcement of district Health
Department regulations and local development regulations regarding lot sizes and
.waste disposal system placement.
P.51 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will encourage re -use of
effluent for irrigation. Where feasible, package treatment plants should use treated
effluent for irrigation.
P.52 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will also encourage the NC
Department of Environment and Natural Resources to investigate the feasibility of
using alternative waste processing systems such as flushless toilets, incineration,
and artificial wetlands in areas with severe soil limitations.
P.53 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support providing water and
sewer services to identified industrial areas when County resources are sufficient in
order to encourage industrial development.
P.54 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the extension of water
services from existing systems and encourage the use of central systems for new
developments whether residential, commercial or industrial in nature, which support '
the principles and smart growth (see page 6-15).
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P.55 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the continued public
provision of solid waste disposal, law enforcement, recreation, emergency
management, and educational services to all citizens of the County.
Implementing Actions Infrastructure
I.51 Brunswick County will prepare a detailed community facilities plan to address solid
waste disposal, law enforcement, emergency management, recreation, and
educational services needs. Schedule; FY2008-2009,
I.52 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will develop a
County/municipal association to initiate discussion for cooperation and coordination
between local governments for service delivery. Schedule. FY2008-2009,
I.53 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will establish a County -wide
public utilities board to govern county -wide water and sewer systems. Schedule;
FY2008-2009,
I.54 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will vigorously pursue grants
to expand the water system for small and traditional communities. Schedule. -
Continuing Activity,
I.55 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will encourage the Lower Cape
Fear Water & Sewer Authority (LCFWSA) to implement state of the art vigorous
control and monitoring for possible contamination of primary water source..
Schedules Continuing Activity.
I.56 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will enhance the fire protection
system as the water distribution system is expanded (i.e., fire hydrants, elevated
storage, and other needs). Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.57 Brunswick County will continue to update its comprehensive, County -wide
wastewater collection and treatment plan and timeline for development.
Schedule: Continuing Activity. -
I.58 Brunswick County will continue to update its comprehensive, County -wide water
master plan and timeline for development. Schedule; FY2009-2010.
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I.59 Brunswick County will pass an ordinance to prohibit disposal of septage and
biosolids in the County that originated outside of Brunswick County, and will
implement a County permitting process for biosolids and septage land application
sites. Schedule; FY2OO8-1009.
I.60 Brunswick County will maintain a major thrust toward a County -wide wastewater
system, to include:
• Continue monitoring rates and update them as needed.
Continue charging capital recovery fees for new development.
Schedule: FY2OO8 and Continuing-
I.61 Brunswick County will amend the future land use map, when needed, to reflect the
County's water and sewer extension projects as they are planned. Schedule:
Continuing Activity,
I.62 When considering new public facilities and private developments, Brunswick County
will review new proposals against the Future Land Use Map to ensure consistency.
If the proposal is inconsistent, the proposal will be revised or the County will review
the Land Use Plan to see if revision is needed there. Schedule: Continuing
Activity.
I.63 Brunswick County will consider revising water and sewer extension policies to
ensure that public/private cooperation in the provision of infrastructure to serve
new development is encouraged. Schedule; FY2OO7-2008.
I.64 Brunswick County will include in its subdivision ordinance (UDO adoption) provisions
to allow for the dedication of public park property, public access sites, and/or open
space. This may include a provision for payment in lieu of dedication if approved
by the County. Schedule: FY2OO8-2009.
I.65 Brunswick County will consider establishing a land banking fund into which the
County may annually contribute funds for the purchase of recreation, public access
sites, and open space lands. Schedule: FY20O9-2010,
I.66 Brunswick County will coordinate the development of recreational facilities with the
school system. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.67 Brunswick County will appoint a public safety study review team composed of
County and municipal citizens and fire, rescue, emergency medical services
personnel and volunteers to evaluate the recently completed public safety study.
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(1) Determine what recommendations in the public safety study will work best
for Brunswick County and its participating municipalities.
(2) Develop an action plan to implement recommendations of the review team.
(3) Keep the Brunswick County and its participating municipalities' public
informed of the activities and progress of the review team.
(4) Foster cooperation and coordination between the County and its
participating municipalities' and volunteer units, and volunteer units with
each other.
Schedule: FY2009-2010 and Continuing,
I.68 Brunswick County will consider the construction of a multi -purpose complex for
local, regional, and state athletic events, trade shows, and cultural/heritage
exhibitions, and will:
(1) Partner with educational, business, and local governments to construct a
centrally located multi -purpose complex.
(2) Consider including space for a potential County fairground and other
outdoor spectator events.
Schedule: FY2008-2009.
I.69 The County will continue research and develop initiatives for the construction of the
equivalent of two elementary schools and one high school. The County will
continue to monitorthe capacity versus growing enrollments in all Brunswick County
schools. Schedule: FY2008-20.fa
I.70 Brunswick County will support the Capital Improvements Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-
2012) which was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on June 18, 2007 (see
Appendix VII). Schedule: Continuing Activity,
E. Transportation
a. ManagementGoal. Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will develop
transportation systems to accommodate future growth.
b. Planning Objective: Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will
coordinate transportation improvements with planning, infrastructure
improvements, economic development, and conservation of natural resources.
C. Land Use Plan Requirements. The following are Brunswick County's and its
participating municipalities' policies for transportation.
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Policies — Transportation
P.56 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities shall be active participants in
plans and actions related to transportation improvements to and within the County.
P.57 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support regional
intergovernmental planning and cooperation for transportation improvements to and
within southeastern North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina.
P.58 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities' continued use and planned
development of the Cape Fear River, Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, and the
Brunswick County Airport shall be encouraged.
P.59 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support cost effective public
transportation.
P.60 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the provision of safe
evacuation routes.
P.61 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support the provision of a
system of safe, coordinated bike and pedestrian trails throughout the County.
P.62 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support implementation of the
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P.63 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support interconnected street
systems for residential and non-residential development.
P.64 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support limited access from
development along all roads and highways to provide safe ingress and egress.
P.65 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support subdivision
development that utilizes the NC Department of Transportation Traditional
Neighborhood Development (TND) Street Design Guidelines. A TND is a human
scale, walkable community with moderate to high residential densities and a mixed
use core.
P.66 (1) Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support maintaining an
effective signage and addressing system for all streets, roads, and
highways.
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(2) Brunswick County and its participating municipalities support state and
federal funding for maintenance/dredging of the Intracoastal Waterway.
P.67 Brunswick County will provide leadership to lobby NCDOT to incorporate and fund
the County's local Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) through the
statewide NCDOT TIP.
P.68 'The County supports the provision, enhancement, and/or prevention of loss of
existing access for public fishing when bridges are replaced or improved.
Implementing Actions — Transportation
I.71 Brunswick County will develop a County Transportation Improvement Plan
(supplementary to NCDOT TIP) to identify transportation needs to meet future
growth. This action will be closely coordinated with the County's municipalities.
Schedule: FY2009-2011.
I.72 Brunswick County will include multi -tier development standards (overlay) in its UDO
for major transportation corridors and high-speed transportation routes:
• US Highway 17
• NC 211
• Proposed I-74 Corridor
• Proposed I-140 Bypass
• Proposed 2nd Bridge to Oak Island
• Connections to the 2nd Oak Island Bridge
• Proposed Cape Fear Skyway
• NC 87
• NC 183
• NC 130
• NC 904
• NC 179 (Old Georgetown Road)
Schedule; FY2008-2009.
I,73 Brunswick County will endorse and implement the NC Department of Transportation
US Highway 17 corridor access management study. Schedule: Continuing
Activity,
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I.74 Brunswick County will undertake the following activities to support the Brunswick
Transit System:
• Generate awareness of current capabilities of Brunswick Transit System.
• Prepare a comprehensive public transportation plan.
Develop a slogan and marketing plan for easier identification.
• Explore innovative means to increase funding available for the Brunswick
Transit System.
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.75 Brunswick County will include in its UDO the requirement for construction of bike
and pedestrian paths in major subdivisions. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.76 Brunswick County will continue to support bikeways, pedestrian paths, and
blueways by implementing the following:
• Encourage appropriate thoroughfares (state -maintained roads) to include
bike lanes as they are designed and expanded.
• Coordinate efforts for construction of bike and pedestrian paths with the
East Coast Greenway and County and municipal park systems.
• Include bike and pedestrian trails at all County parks.
• Secure access to and provide for bike and pedestrian trails along rivers and
streams for sites denoted in the Brunswick County Shoreline Access Plan.
Schedule: Continuing Activity,
I.77 Brunswick County will undertake the following actions to support maintenance of
safe hurricane evacuation routes:
• Identify and support improvements to roads that serve as hurricane
evacuation routes.
• Perform routine bridge and culvert maintenance, and raise bridges over
streams that have documented flooding during significant rain events.
Support the planning and implementation of regional roadways.
• Support the construction of a second Oak Island bridge, and new bridge for
Sunset Beach and the Southern Bridge for the Cape Fear River.
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.78 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will require, where reasonably
possible, the utilization of frontage roads in non-residential developments along
federal and state major highways. Schedule; FY2OO8-2009.
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I.79 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will establish a requirement for
reverse frontage lots within subdivisions to orient lots towards internal subdivision
streets, not secondary roads and highways. This will be accomplished through the
County's UDO and municipal subdivision ordinances. Schedule: FY2008-2009,
I.80 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will require the construction
of acceleration/deceleration lanes for the entrances to major commercial and
residential developments. This should be accomplished through revisions to the
County's UDO and municipal ordinances. Schedule: FY2008-2009,
I.81 Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will consider revising its
UDO/applicable zoning and subdivision ordinances to encourage the development
of joint or shared driveways in newly approved subdivisions. Schedule: FY2008-
2009.
I.82 Brunswick County will continuously monitor the construction of a state port facility
in Brunswick County and support state, local, and federal actions to mitigate
adverse impacts on the County's transportation system, in particular NC 133, NC
211, and NC 87. Schedule: Continuing Activity.,
I.83 Brunswick County will support the designation of US 17, US 74/76, NC 87, NC 211,
and NC 133 as growth corridors. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
F _Natural Hazard Areas
a. Management Goal: Brunswick County is sensitive to preservation of its natural
resources and will protect/maintain its floodplains, shorelines, and other coastal
features for their natural storm protection functions and their natural resources to
protect the public health, safety, and welfare.
b. Planning Objective. Brunswick County will support policies that minimize threats to
life, property, and natural resources resulting from development located in or
adjacent to hazard areas, including those subject to erosion, high winds, storm
surge, flooding or sea level rise.
C. Land Use Plan Requirements: The following are Brunswick County's policies/
implementing actions for natural hazard areas. All policies are continuing activities.
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Policies Natural Hazard Areas
P.69 Brunswick County will support development within areas susceptible to sea level
rise, shoreline erosion, and/or wetland loss which takes into consideration such
conditions upon initial development. In the event such development is later
threatened by shoreline loss, the County shall support the AEC use standards
governing shoreline protection and management.
P.70 Minimize flooding and resulting damage to life and property during normal and
significant rainfall events in order to restore and preserve water quality so residents
and visitors can enjoy water -related activities.
P.71 Brunswick.' County will continue. and expand the "Hickman" mosquito control
program.
P.72 Brunswick County supports the enforcement of local controls and the efforts of state
and federal agencies with regulatory authority to restrict development within areas
up to five (5) feet above mean high water susceptible to sea level rise and wetland
loss.
P.73 Brunswick County supports the installation of properly engineered and permitted
bulkheads to protect against erosion and sea level rise.
P.74 Brunswick County supports the US Army Corps of Engineers' regulations, the
applicable guidelines of the Coastal Area Management Act, and the use of local land
use ordinances to regulate development of fresh water swamps, marshes, and 404
wetlands.
P.75 Brunswick County supports relocation of structures endangered by erosion, if the
relocated structure will be in compliance with all applicable policies and regulations.
P.76 Brunswick County supports cooperation with local, state, and federal efforts to
inform the public of the anticipated effects of sea level rise.
P.77 Brunswick County supports hazard mitigation planning. The Land Use Plan and the
Hazard Mitigation Plan should be consistent with one another. When either are
revised, the other should be reviewed for consistency. Should there ever be
conflicting policies, the Land Use Plan shall take precedence. The Hazard Mitigation
Plan goals, objectives, -and mitigating actions are included as Appendix III, and are
formally included as part of the policy of the County's Land Use Plan.
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P.78 Brunswick County supports the future land use densities that are specified in
Section 6.V.D. of this plan. Through enforcement of the zoning ordinance, these
densities will minimize damage from natural hazards and support the hazard
mitigation plan.
P.79 Brunswick County opposes the location of floating structures within its planning
jurisdiction?
P.80 Because of shallow water depth, mooring fields are opposed within Brunswick
County.
P.81 Brunswick County is supportive of resource protection, in particular preservation of
conservation areas as defined by this plan. All 15A NCAC 7H minimum use
standards will be supported by the policies contained in this plan.
Implementing Actions — Natural Hazard Areas
I.84 Brunswick County will monitor development proposals for compliance with Section
404 of the Clean Water Act and will continue to enforce local land use ordinances
to regulate development of fresh water swamps, marshes, and 404 wetlands.
Schedule: FY2007-2008 and Continuing,
I.85 Brunswick County will continue to enforce its floodplain ordinance and participate
in the National Flood Insurance Program. Subdivision regulations will be enforced
— requiring elevation monuments to be set so that floodplain elevations can be more
easily determined. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
I.86 Brunswick County will continue to permit the redevelopment of previously
developed areas provided all applicable policies, regulations, and ordinances are
complied with. Redevelopment, including infrastructure, should be designed to
withstand natural hazards. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
2 NOTE: A floating home or structure is any structure, not a boat, supported by means of flotation
and designed to be used without a permanent foundation for human habitation or commerce. A structure
is considered a floating home or structure if it is inhabited or used for commercial purposes for more than
30 days in any one location. A boat may be deemed a floating structure if its means of propulsion have been
removed or rendered inoperative and it contains at least 200 square feet of living area.
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I.87 Brunswick County will utilize the future land use maps as a development
management tool. These maps are coordinated with the land suitability map and
proposed infrastructure map. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
1.88. Brunswick County will regulate floating homes through preparation of a local
ordinance. FY2008-2009 and Continuing.
I.89 Brunswick County will revise and maintain local ordinances to oppose. mooring
fields. Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.90 Brunswick County will implement the following activities to accomplish effective
mosquito control.
• Identify and train qualified personnel to continue the "Hickman" mosquito
control program.
• Begin an education program on individual mosquito control and protection.
Coordinate an educational program in the public school system with
the current recycling program.
— Initiate a public service program on mosquito personal protection
and elimination of breeding places around the home.
• Maintain funding for mosquito control research and an appropriate capital
reserve fund.
• Continue a regional approach to a mosquito control program.
• Expand the County snagging and ditching program.
• Develop standards for building/maintaining stormwater management
systems that reduce mosquito habitats.
Schedule; Continuing Activities
I.91 Brunswick County will consider mineral production and mining activities on a case
by case review of economic benefits and environmental and land use impacts.
Schedule; Continuing Activity.
G. Water Quality
a. Management Goal: Brunswick County will maintain, protect, and enhance surface
and subsurface water quality throughout the County, including all coastal wetlands,
rivers, streams, and estuaries. This will include addressing the complex problem of .
planning for rapidly increasing development and economic growth.
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b. Planning Objective. Brunswick County will adopt policies for coastal and subsurface
waters within its jurisdiction to help ensure that water quality is maintained if not
impaired, and improved if impaired.
C. Land Use Plan Requirements: The following provides Brunswick County's policies/
implementing actions for surface and subsurface water quality.
Policies — Water Quality
P.82 Brunswick County will protect the quality of its water resources.
P.83 Brunswick County strongly supports the efforts of state and federal agencies to
properly designate and preserve coastal wetlands because wetlands play a critical
role in protecting the quality of estuarine waters and in providing habitat for fish
and wildlife.
P.84 Brunswick County supports the designation of public water supply AECs when such
designation meets state prerequisites and when such action is deemed necessary
to ensure the long-term viability of the County's public water supplies.
P.85 Brunswick County will continue to support the efforts of the CAMA program and the
US Army Corps of Engineers' 404 permitting program to preserve and protect
sensitive fresh water swamp and marsh areas.
P.86 Brunswick County supports state and local efforts to restore the water quality of the
Lockwood Folly River, as well as other estuarine waters in the County, to a water
quality level deserving of ORW designation. This policy includes implementing the
Lockwood Folly River Water Quality Study (see Appendix XII for the implementation
strategies, which are supported by this plan).
P.87 Brunswick County supports and encourages the activities of the state's Shellfish
Management Program. The County shall continue to promote estuarine water
quality through its stormwater management planning and stormwater runoff
policies.
P.88 Brunswick County's groundwater resources, including but not limited to the Castle
Hayne Aquifer, shall be recognized as an invaluable source of public and private
potable water and shall receive the highest level of protection when considering
County policies, standards, and actions.
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P.89 Brunswick County supports a reduction of dependence on septic tanks within the
County and its participating municipalities in order to improve water quality.
P.90 Brunswick County supports federal, state, and local efforts to protect the quantity
and quality of water in the Cape Fear River, whether such protection involves
controls over point source discharges, surface runoff, interbasin water transfers, or
other appropriate means, including upstream activities.
P.91 Brunswick County supports a program of vegetated buffers adjacent to all streams,
rivers, marshes, and estuarine waters in the County, with the intent of reducing the
flow of nutrients and other contaminants into area surface waters.
P.92 Brunswick County shall encourage and support state and federal standards which
seek to prevent or minimize adverse water quality impacts.
P.93. Brunswick County supports the guidelines of the Coastal Area Management Act and
the efforts and programs of the NC Department of Environment and Natural
Resources, Division of Coastal Management, and the Coastal Resources Commission
to protect the coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, estuarine shorelines, and public
trust waters of Brunswick County.
P.94 Brunswick County supports the use of best management practices recommendations
of the US Soil Conservation Service for both agricultural and forestry areas.
P.95 Brunswick County supports conservation of its surficial groundwater resources.
P.96 Brunswick County supports commercial and recreational fishing in its waters, and
will cooperate with other local governments and state and federal agencies to
control pollution of these waters to improve conditions so that commercial and
recreational fishing will increase.
P.97 'Brunswick County opposes the disposal of any toxic wastes, as defined by the US
Environmental Protection Agency's Listing of Hazardous Substances and Priority
Pollutants (developed pursuant to the Clean Water Act of 1977) within its planning
jurisdiction.
P.98 Brunswick County supports implementation of the Cape Fear and Lumber River
Basin water quality management plans. Recommendations from those plans are
included in Section 5.II.C.
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P.99 Brunswick County supports protection of those waters known to be of the highest
quality or supporting biological communities of special importance.
P.100 Brunswick County supports the policy that all State of North Carolina projects should
be designed to limit, to the extent possible, stormwater runoff into coastal waters.
P.101 Brunswick County supports all aquaculture activities that meet applicable federal,
state, and local policies and permit requirements. However, the County reserves
the right to comment on all aquaculture activities that require Division of Water
Quality permitting.
Implementing Actions — Water Quality
I.92 In support of water quality and Brunswick County's Stormwater Management
Discharge Program, Brunswick County will accomplish the following:
• Identify point and non -point pollution sources on rivers and streams.
Make recommendations to reduce and eliminate pollution sources.
Determine the feasibility of implementing a sentinel device or
tracking system that will trigger an alarm and subsequent
investigation.
• Advise property owners on backyard conservation activities that protect
streams and rivers.
• Continuously expand the Brunswick County web site with links to local
groups that focus on river water quality and marine ecology programs.
• Collaborate with universities to provide areas for sampling and access for
water quality studies.
Schedule; Continuing Activities.
I.93 The County shall work proactively with the state on measures to reduce stormwater
runoff rates, soil erosion and sedimentation, and point source discharges into area
waters. Schedule: Continuing Activities,
I.94 Brunswick County will enforce its zoning and subdivision regulations to aid in
protecting sensitive shoreline areas. It will rely on state and federal agencies to
promote and protect the Green Swamp, as well as nursery and habitat areas.
Schedule: Continuing Activities
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I.95 Brunswick County will rely on the technical requirements and state program
approval for underground storage tanks (40CFR, Parts 280 and 281), and any
subsequent state regulations concerning underground storage tanks adopted during
the planning period. Schedule; Continuing Activities
I.96 Brunswick County will continuously enforce, through the development and zoning
permit process, all current regulations of the NC State Building Code and NC
Division of Health Services relating to building construction and septic tank
installation/replacement in areas with soils restrictions. Schedule: Continuing
Activity.
I.97 . Brunswick County will comply with CAMA and NC Division of Water Quality
stormwater runoff regulations, and by coordinating local development activities
involving chemical storage or underground storage tank installation/abandonment
with the Brunswick County Emergency Management personnel and the groundwater
section of the NC Division of Water Quality. Schedule; Continuing Activities
I.98 Brunswick County will review the UDO with regard to underground chemical. and
gasoline storage regulations to ensure a minimum of risk to local groundwater
resources. Schedule: FY2008-2009..
I.99 The County recognizes the negative impact that non -point source pollutants have
on shellfish harvesting waters and will strictly enforce riparian buffer requirements.
Scheduler Ongoing,
I.100 As a result of comments made to the CRC by Tom Reeder at the NC Division of
Water Quality regarding current stormwater rules being inadequate in addressing
water quality impacts to public trust waters, the County will consider revising
current impervious surface requirements. Schedule; FY2009-2010.
I.101 The County will encourage Site Design Best Management Practices to decrease NPS
pollutants from entering SA waters. Those practices include Low Impact
Development Strategies such as:
• Disconnecting impervious surfaces;
• Maintaining green space; and
• Utilizing cluster and traditional neighborhoods.
Schedule: Ongoing,
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H. Areas of Local Concern
a. ManagementGoal. Brunswick County will integrate local concerns with the overall
goals of CAMA in the context of land use planning.
b. Planning Objective, Brunswick County will identify and address local concerns and
issues, such as cultural and historic areas, scenic areas, economic development, or
general health and human services needs.
C. Land Use Plan Requirements: The following provides Brunswick County's policies/
implementing actions on areas of local concern. All policies are continuing activities.
Policies — Cultural, Historic, and Scenic Areas
P.102 Brunswick County supports preservation of historic sites, buildings, written records,
and oral history.
P.103 Brunswick County encourages efforts to protect cultural and historic resources to
preserve their cultural, educational, and aesthetic values and qualities.
P.104 Brunswick County supports protection and preservation of the Green Swamp, which
has both historic and environmental significance.
P.105 The County supports local, state, and federal efforts to protect historic properties
within its borders and to perpetuate its cultural heritage. Sites of historic
significance are identified on page 5-99.
Implementing Actions — Cultural, Historic, and Scenic Areas
I.102 Brunswick County will guide development so as to protect historic and potentially
historic properties in the County and to perpetuate the County's cultural heritage.
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.103 To support historic preservation, Brunswick County will:
• Create a Brunswick County historical placard. Schedule: FY2009-2010.
• Place paintings/renderings of local artists depicting historical and cultural
elements of Brunswick County in the Brunswick County Courthouse.
• Promote the maritime history with focus on local stories and films of elders.
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• Create and sustain a "CountyCorner" at public library(ies) where
information is available to citizens.
• Incorporate the private sector in promoting the history of Brunswick County.
Schedule: Continuing Activities
I.104 Brunswick County will encourage a County -wide survey of historical sites by local
volunteers or state and federal agencies and will seek grant monies within the next
two years for the complete inventory of historically significant structures and sites.
Schedule: Continuing Activity,
I.105 Brunswick County shall coordinate all housing code enforcement/redevelopment
projects with the NC Division of Archives and History, to ensure that any significant
architectural details or buildings are identified and preserved. Schedule:
Continuing Activity.
I.106 Brunswick County will coordinate all County public works projects with the NC
Division of Archives and History, to ensure the identification and preservation of
significant archaeological sites. Schedule: Continuing Activity,
Policies - Economic Development:
P.106 Brunswick County will continue to maintain a diversified local economy, while at the
same time protecting the natural and manmade environment and improving the
area as a more attractive community in which to work, live, and play.
P.107 Brunswick County encourages the development of clean industry in locations where
appropriate services can be provided, where transportation facilities are adequate,
where environmental impacts can be fully mitigated, and where surrounding land
uses are compatible in nature.
P.108 Brunswick County supports applicable state and federal programs regarding
economic and community development, especially those programs related to better
jobs, water quality, fisheries, and water and land transportation system
improvements.
P.109 Brunswick County will continue to encourage the development of a high quality
tourism trade as a primary element of the County's economic future.
P.110 Brunswick County supports development of economic and employment
opportunities that provide meaningful and fruitful employment.
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P.111 Brunswick County will expand employment opportunities in all areas of the County.
P.112 Brunswick County will encourage industrial and commercial development in areas
with existing infrastructure that does not infringe on existing medium density
residential areas.
P.113 Brunswick County will support a tourism development strategy that capitalizes upon
the area's unique natural and scenic resources, specifically avoiding the congestion
and garish visual blight often associated with more urban or entertainment -oriented
tourist destinations.
P.114 Brunswick County supports the Town of Belville's dedicated efforts to redevelop the
Central Business District, as well as to codify its current zoning .and subdivision
ordinances and efforts to enhance the overall quality of life as it relates to land use
planing for the citizens of Belville.
Implementing Actions - Economic Development:
I.107 Brunswick County will continue to implement the following activities to support
ecotourism:
• Promote ecotourism to enhance traditional tourism.
— Develop brochures to publicize existing ecotourism/tourism
attractions.
Publicize through multimedia to make ecotourism data available to
the general public.
Form a relationship with local tourist development agencies to utilize
their contacts and advertising media.
Identify and publicize ecotourism/agri-tourism attractions that could
be successful in Brunswick County.
Work with NC Cooperative Extension to set up a task force to
support the training of individuals in eco/agri-tourism.
• Promote new farm crops to develop alternate farming methods and make
effective use of farmlands.
— Encourage local restaurants to utilize local crops for their businesses.
— Support a Farmers' Market and Heritage Tourism.
Support NC Cooperative Extension's efforts in development and
implementation of alternative crops.
• Explore the potential of a County agricultural fair at multipurpose complex
(a joint venture of Brunswick County and Brunswick Community College).
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• Encourage private sector to develop adventure sports.
Promote adventure sport competitions.
• Explore opportunities to make commercial fishing more profitable.
Schedule. Continuing Activities. .
I.108 Brunswick County will implement the following activities to support economic
development:
• Formulate and expand local incentives to attract industry.
— Support the continued inventory of unused business facilities.
— Support County water and sewer systems and other infrastructure.
- Support and enhance incubator program for startup businesses.
— Identify and recruit industries that are compatible with and
complement Brunswick County's geography, culture, and climate.
— Create awareness of incentives for the employment of the elderly.
• Encourage clean industry to locate in Brunswick County to promote a
healthy environment.
— Support businesses involved with computer software business,
medical technology, and telecommunications.
Promote awareness of service industry catering to tourists'
opportunities.
• Establish a regional ecotourism board and link with Brunswick County
resources to unify interests of different groups across the Cape Fear region.
• Expand opportunities (both public and . private) for employment and
procurement by using local vendors.
Schedule: Continuing Activities.
I.109 Brunswick County will implement economic and community development initiatives
that capitalize upon and enhance a distinct "town and country" character.
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.110 Brunswick County will continue to support the activities of the North Carolina
Division of Travel and Tourism; specifically, the monitoring of tourism -related
industry, efforts to promote tourism -related commercial activity, and efforts to
enhance and provide shoreline resources. Schedule. Continuing Activity.
I.111 The County will support projects that will increase public access to shoreline areas.
Schedule; Continuing Activity.
I.112 Brunswick County will support North Carolina Department of Transportation projects
to improve access to and within the County. Schedule. Continuing Activity.
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I.113 Brunswick County will continue to support agriculture and tourism as valuable
economic resources. Schedule; Continuing Activity,
I.114 Brunswick County supports the following implementing actions for the Town of
Belville:
• Incorporate the recommended Town of Belville Master Plan prepared by the
Lawrence Group, to be approved in 2007 by the Belville Board . of
Commissioners. Schedule; FY2007--2008.
• Implement approved Belville Master Plan to the greatest extent that it is
economically feasible for the citizens of the Town of Belville. Schedule. -
Continuing Activity,
• Re -codify the current zoning and subdivision ordinances, using the approved
Town of Belville Master Plan as a guidance tool. Schedule; Continuing
Activity.
• Incorporate smart growth and new urbanism land use principles as
appropriate during the codification of the zoning and subdivision ordinances.
Schedule; Continuing Activity.
Policies — General Health and Human Service Needs
P.115 Brunswick County's local requirements for solid waste disposal facilities shall
continue to be anticipated through advanced planning; facilities shall be located and
designed so as not to adversely impact significant natural or manmade resources.
P.116 Research and development of recycling and resource recovery programs, whether
public or private, shall be encouraged and supported.
P.117 In an effort to improve health conditions, Brunswick County supports the following
water and sewer policies:
• Brunswick County supports the extension of central water service into all
areas of the County shown on the future land suitability analysis map as
suitable for development, including the construction of lines to and through
conservation areas to serve development which meets all applicable state
and federal regulations.
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• Brunswick County recognizes the importance of protecting potable water
supplies, and therefore supports the enforcement of NCAC Subchapters 2L
and 2C regulations to regulate land uses near groundwater sources.
• Brunswick County will continue to support all efforts to secure available
state and federal funding for the construction and/or expansion of public
and private water/sewer systems.
• Brunswick County will continue to support the construction of water systems
with adequate line sizes to ensure adequate water pressure and fire
protection.
P.118 , Brunswick County will provide accessible and affordable resources and programs
that focus on prevention of injury/illness, chronic disease management, and
provide information links to other support services and groups.
P.119 Brunswick County will continue to provide for the well being of our senior citizens
by increasing their participation in current programs while developing adequate
facilities and support for an independent life style.
P.120 Brunswick County will encourage continued senior citizen involvement in the
community, providing them with opportunities to share their skills and work
experience for community benefit.
P.121 Brunswick County will continue to place emphasis on the need to work directly with
underprivileged youth.
P.122 Brunswick County will provide information that is readily accessible about County
services
P.123 Brunswick County, in collaboration with Southeastern Center, will facilitate the
provision of accessiblemental health services, youth programs, and pre -natal care.
P.124 Brunswick County will provide its citizens with cost effective and task efficient
regional fire and rescue. protection and emergency medical services that meet
national standards.
P.125 Brunswick County will continue to recruit and train a corps of volunteers for youth
services.
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Implementing Actions — General Health and Human Service Needs
I.115 Brunswick County will implement the following activities to support health care:
• Prevention/intervention.
Expand the Brunswick County web site with links to federal, state,
and local organizations that focus on wellness and/or provide health
care resources.
— Increase the use of mobile health unit and inform public through the
media of locations, times; and routes.
— Hold more public health fairs.
— Support wellness initiatives via bike rallies, marathons, fishing
tournaments, etc., that provide the County a link with regional and
private resources.
- Work with state and federal legislators to obtain grant money for
initiatives to reduce health care costs.
Crisis management — individual and area -wide.
Create a "super number" and web site that residents can access to
aid in finding resources.
Work with local religious groups to provide emergency support
systems for large scale or traumatic events.
— Continue County -wide test drills of our emergency preparedness
system.
• Chronic disease management (e.g., diabetes, cancer, pulmonary disease)
— Create a task force of volunteers to help with specific suggestions
and/or grant writing to fund a group that will network with federal,
state, local, and private resources in this area.
— Develop support for youth health programs.
Schedule; Continuing Activities.
I.116 To support its senior citizens, Brunswick County will:
• Establish/expand and ensure full accreditation at nutrition sites and senior
centers.
• Offer a wider variety of activities and programs at senior centers.
• Collaborate with other entities to provide a wider range of health and
wellness programs.
• Support a comprehensive information and referral program to support,
independent living.
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• Develop a comprehensive fund-raising plan to support senior centers and
activities.
• Continue to support the efforts of the Brunswick Transit System (BTS).
• Seek federal funding for a retired senior volunteer program in Brunswick
County.
• Develop a County -wide approach to the recruitment and deployment of Title
V subsidized workers for community service.
• Advocate a greater utilization of senior citizen experience on area nonprofit
boards, governmental advisory boards, etc.
• Work with the local chapters of AARP and others to involve seniors in
community service.
Schedule: Continuing Activities
I.117 To support its youth, Brunswick County will:
• Establish a youth in need initiative.
• Sustain a higher level of parent or guardian involvement in the youth in
need initiative.
• Encourage wellness education.
• Encourage our youth to stay in school.
• Maintain and expand support for Brunswick County's parks and recreation
facilities and programs.
• Continue to communicate the programs, athletics, classes, etc., available for
the youth of the County.
• Improve transportation as a barrier for youth participation in activities.
Schedule; Continuing Activities.
I.118 Brunswick County will improve the distribution of information on County programs
through the following actions:
• Support a community relations office with staff.
• Identify existing outlets that are accessible to all citizens to distribute
information about County -wide services.
— County government
Municipal governments
— Nonprofit and other civic organizations
• Create new outlets to distribute information on County -wide services.
- Information center at the County government complex.
— "How to/Where to" guide for County residents.
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Create new outlets to distribute information on County -wide
services.
Towns and County help each other in distribution of printed
information and brochures.
Create a "County Corner" at public libraries where information is
available to citizens.
Schedule: Continuing Activities
I.119 To support volunteer youth programs, Brunswick County will:
• Make the public aware of the challenges and opportunities of volunteering
for youth services.
• Encourage industry participation in volunteer work.
• Partner with civic clubs, churches, 4-H, junior achievement, and mentoring
organizations for funds and services to support youth programs.
• Recruit more senior volunteers through Brunswick Senior Resources, Inc.
(BSRI).
Schedule: Continuing Activities.
I.120 In support of fire and emergency services, Brunswick County will:
• Appoint a Public Safety Study Review Team composed of local citizens and
fire, rescue, emergency medical services personnel, and volunteers to
evaluate the recently completed public safety study.
— Determine what recommendations in the public safety study will
work best for Brunswick County.
— Develop an action plan to implement recommendations of the review
team.
Keep the Brunswick County public informed of the activities and
progress of the review team.
Schedule; FY2oog-2aza
• Continue to foster cooperation and coordination between the County and
volunteer units, and volunteer units with each other.
• Brunswick County will coordinate redevelopment efforts with the Brunswick
County Building Inspections Department .
Schedule: Continuing Activities
I.121 To effectively manage Brunswick County's investment in existing and proposed
community facilities and services, the County will:
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• Develop a specific capital improvements plan (CIP) with emphasis placed on
services and facilities which affect growth and development. Schedule;
FY2OO9-2ma
• . Provide the Brunswick County Board of Educatiori with locational information
on all residential development. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
Policies — Redevelopment
P.126 Brunswick County supports and encourages the restoration and/or appropriate
adaptive reuse of significant and architecturally important historic and cultural
structures and sites.
P.127 Redevelopment and/or rehabilitation of substandard structures within the County
shall be supported through public and private sector initiatives for the economic
betterment of area residents.
P.128 Recognizing that most erodible areas are within the planning jurisdictions of the
County's municipalities, the County nonetheless supports a policy of relocation and
retreat, rather than shoreline hardening, when structures are threatened by
shoreline erosion.
P.129 Brunswick County supports repair and reconstruction of privately owned dwelling
units through private funds and/or grants.
Implementing Actions — Redevelopment
I.122 Brunswick County will seek state and federal financial aid and technical assistance
for community improvements. The County will apply for Community Development
Block Grants and NC Housing Finance Agency grants for the rehabilitation of areas
of substandard housing after identifying same. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
I.123 Brunswick County will adopt a minimum housing code. Schedule: FY2OO8-2009.
I.124 Brunswick County will allow the reconstruction of any structures demolished by
natural disaster which will comply with all applicable local and state regulations.
Schedule: Continuing Activity.
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Implementing Actions - Funding Options
I.125 Brunswick County will continue to support state and federal programs that are
deemed necessary, cost-effective, and within the administrative and fiscal
capabilities of Brunswick County. Schedule; ContinuingActivity, These include:
— Community Development Block Grant Program
— Area Agency on Aging
— Emergency Medical Services
— ]TPA Work Program
Farmer's Home House Preservation Program
— Coastal Area Management Act, including shoreline access funds
— Small Business Association
— Economic Development Administration Funds
— Farmer's Home Administration — Federal Grant Program
— Federal Emergency Management Program
— Aid to Families with Dependent Children
— MEDICAID
— Day Care
— Crisis Intervention
I.126 Brunswick County will selectively support state and federal, programs related to
Brunswick County. The County, through its boards, commissions, and committees,
will monitor state and federal programs and regulations. It will use opportunities
as they are presented to voice support for or to disagree with programs and
regulations that are proposed by state and federal agencies. Schedule:
Continuing Activity,
I.127 Brunswick County officials will continue to work with the Army Corps of Engineers
and any other state and federal agencies to ensure continued dredging and
maintenance of channels and rivers as needed to keep these facilities open to
navigation. These efforts shall comply with applicable state and federal regulations.
Providing borrow or spoil areas and provision of easements for work will be
determined on case -by -case basis. The County will encourage spoil material being
placed on those areas where easements for such use already exist. Channel
maintenance has major economic significance and is worthy of state and federal
funding. Schedule: Continuing Activity.
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V. FUTURE LAND USE PLAN
A. INTRODUCTION
Everything in this introduction is crucial to Brunswick County. There are issues that must
be addressed to deal with exploding development. The growth issues along the US 17, NC 211,
NC 87, and NC 133 highway corridors are critical.
The future land use plan or "map" is an essential tool for implementing land use planning.
The map is intended to serve as a guide for the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners when
they review private development proposals and make decisions on the location of public facilities.
The land use plan also provides the framework upon which zoning and subdivision
regulations and the capital improvements program should be based. In fact, the preparation of
a land use plan and map is mandated by legislation as a prerequisite for zoning. North Carolina
General Statute 153A-341 states the following about the purpose for land use plans:
"Zoning regulations shall be made in accordance with a comprehensive plan. Prior to
adopting or rejecting any zoning amendment, the governing board shall adopt a statement
describing whether its action is consistent with an adopted comprehensive plan and
explaining why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public
interest. That statement is not subject to judicial review.
The Planning Board shall advise and comment on whether the proposed amendment is
consistent with any comprehensive plan that has been adopted and any other officially
adopted plan that is applicable. The Planning Board shall provide a written recommendation
to the Board of County Commissioners that addresses plan consistency and other matters
as deemed appropriate by the Planning Board, but a comment by the Planning Board that
a proposed amendment is inconsistent with the comprehensive plan shall not preclude
consideration or approval of the proposed amendment by the governing board.
Zoning regulations shall be designed to promote the public health, safety, and general
welfare. To that end, the regulations may address, among other things, the following public
purposes: to provide adequate light and air; to prevent the overcrowding of land; to avoid
undue concentration of population; to lessen congestion in the streets; to secure safety from
fire, panic, and dangers; and to facilitate the efficient and adequate provision of
transportation, water, sewerage, schools, parks, and other public requirements. The
regulations shall be made with reasonable consideration as to, among other things, the
character of the district and its peculiar suitability for particular uses, and with a view of
conserving the value of buildings and encouraging the most appropriate use of land
throughout the County. In addition, the regulations shall be made with reasonable
consideration to expansion and development of any cities within the County, so as to provide
for their orderly growth and development.
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Further, according to § 113A-111, Effect of Land Use Plan, no permit shall be issued under
Part 4 of this Article for development which is inconsistent with the approved land use plan
for the county in which it is proposed. No local ordinance or other local regulation shall be
adopted which, within an area of environmental concern, is inconsistent with the land use
plan of the county or city in which it is effective; any existing local ordinances and
regulations within areas of environmental concern shall be reviewed in light of the applicable
local land use plan and modified as may be necessary to make them consistent therewith.
All local ordinances and other local regulations affecting a county within the coastal area, but
not affecting an area of environmental concern, shall be reviewed by the Commission for
consistency with the applicable county and city land use plans and, if the Commission finds
any such ordinance or regulation to be inconsistent with the applicable land use plan, it shall
transmit recommendations for modification to the adopting local government. Similarly like
private entities and private projects, state agencies and projects requiring state permits must
obtain a CAMA permit before conducting development in AECs. GS 113A-118. Failure to
meet development standards results in permit denial. Development without a permit or in
violation of a permit can be enjoined and/or result in assessment of civil penalties. GS 113A-
126."
A land use plan is intended to accomplish three primary objectives. These objectives are
as follows:
► To promote economic efficiency by coordinating the size and location of publicly
provided future community facilities with the location and intensity of future private
residential, commercial, and industrial activity.
► To optimize resources by allocating land for its most suitable use. For example, a
county may want to encourage industrial development on sites accessible to
existing water and sewer lines and in areas with suitable soil conditions. Or, a
county may choose to arrange land uses in such a way as to protect
environmentally sensitive areas.
► To provide a land use form that reflects the vision of the county's residents, is
unified, avoids conflicting land uses, optimizes resources, preserves the county's
character and is pleasing: providing open'space, vistas and distinguishable districts.
There may be areas on the Future Land Use Plan that are considered least suitable for
development (resulting from the Environmental Composite - Map 11 and the Land Suitability
Analysis - Map 20) which have been assigned a Future Land Use category other than Conservation
or Low Density Residential. In most of those cases, they are considered least suitable because of
their location in a floodplain or wetland area, or a significant natural heritage area. For those
undeveloped parcels with wetlands coverage, the County will make every effort to ensure that any
development that occurs will be located outside of the wetland areas or that the negative impact
to the environment is minimal, if any. For those undeveloped parcels with all or portions located
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within a floodplain, the County will encourage the location of development on the portions outside
of the floodplain.
B. SMART DEVELOPMENT
It is important that Brunswick County understands that merely completing the land use
plan, illustrating the county's vision for the future, does not ensure that its objectives will be met.
Brunswick County must continuously work at accomplishing plan implementation and maintaining
an effective planning program. Significant changes to Brunswick County's management of growth
should occur. In contemporary planning, the most discussed concept is "smart development." In
reality, this concept is not a new idea. It is simply the blending of many existing ideas. Where
feasible, such as within Planned Unit Developments, the County will aim to incorporate smart
growth principles. Additionally, the County has incorporated some of these concepts into their
recently adopted Unified Development Ordinance. Smart development adheres to six basic
principals which are described as follows:
Principle 1: Efficient Use of Land Resources
Smart development supports the preservation of land and natural resources. These
benefits result from compact building forms, in -fill development, and moderation in street
and parking standards. Compact building patterns preserve land for town and
neighborhood parks as well as local woods and wetlands. Furthermore, compact
development shortens trips, lessening dependence on the automobile, and therefore
reducing levels of energy consumption and air pollution. Finally, a compact development
pattern supports more cost-effective infrastructure than does low -density fringe
development.
Principle 2: Full Use of Urban Services
The same frugality of land development supports efficient use of public and private
infrastructure. Smart development means creating neighborhoods where more people will
use existing services.like water lines and sewers, roads, emergency services, and schools.
Inefficient land use, whether within or outside urban areas, places a financial strain on
communities trying to provide for the construction and maintenance of infrastructure needs.
Building compactly does not mean that all areas must be densely developed. Rather, the
goal is an average density for the area, at a level that makes full use of urban services.
Averaging allows for areas to have a mix of low-, medium-, and high -density development.
Mixing densities to encourage efficient use of services also means requiring a high level of
building and siting compatibility, encouraging neighborhoods to have both character and
privacy.
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Careful street sizing and the accommodation of some parking on streets reduces impervious
surfaces and efficiently uses urban services by saving on land acquisition, construction, and
maintenance costs. In short, streets should be sized for their use: lower density areas that
have little through traffic are best served by slower, narrower streets, while transportation
corridors that move district -wide traffic need wider travelways.
Principle 3: Mix of Uses
Locating stores, offices, residences, schools, and recreation spaces within walking distance
of each other in compact neighborhoods with pedestrian -oriented streets promotes:
► independence of movement, especially for the young and the elderly who can
conveniently walk, cycle, or ride transit;
► safety in commercial areas, through around -the -clock presence of people;
► reduction in auto use, especially for shorter trips;
► support for those who work at home, through nearby services and parks; and
► a variety of housing choices, so that the young and old, singles and families, and
those of varying economic ability may find places to live.
Mixed -use examples include a corner store in a residential area, an apartment near or over
a shop, and a lunch counter in an industrial zone. Most codes prohibit the co -location of
any residential and commercial buildings. This prohibition is based on the functional and
architectural incompatibility of the buildings. Using design standards, in tandem with
mixed -use zoning, overcomes incompatibility. Additionally, limitations on commercial
functions, such as hours of operation and delivery truck access, may be necessary. More
fundamentally, to gain the full benefits of a mix of uses, buildings must be conveniently
connected by streets and paths. Otherwise, people will still be inclined or required to use
cars, even for the shortest trips.
Principle 4: Transportation Options
Transportation must be safe, convenient, and interesting. These performance factors affect
sidewalk and street design, placement of parking, and location of building fronts, doors,
and windows. Well -designed bike lanes and sidewalks protect people from vehicle
accidents. Orienting windows and doorways to the sidewalk increases awareness of street
activity and the safety of the streetscape.
Convenience begins with a connected network of streets that provides alternative routes
with reasonable walking distances between destinations. A properly designed network also
promotes neighborhood safety by routing the heaviest traffic around neighborhoods,
without sacrificing street connectivity.
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Providing compact, mixed -use development connected by safe, convenient, and interesting
networks of streets and paths promotes: .
► walking, cycling, and transit as viable, attractive alternatives to driving;
► less traffic congestion and air pollution;
► the convenience, density, and variety of uses necessary to support transit;
► a variety of alternative routes, thereby dispersing traffic congestion; and
► lower traffic speeds, making neighborhoods safer.
Principle 5: Detailed, Human -Scale Design
Community acceptance of compact, mixed -use development requires compatibility between
buildings to ensure privacy, safety, and visual coherency. Similar massing of buildings,
orientation of buildings to the street, the presence of windows, doors, porches, and other
architectural elements, and effective use of landscaping all contribute to successful
compatibility between diverse building types.
Human -scale design is also critical to the success of streets and paths as preferred routes
for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists alike. In general, smart street design considers the
role of pedestrians along with that of vehicular traffic, emphasizing the quality of the
walking environment. For instance, parallel parking may be considered a hindrance to
vehicle flow, but, for pedestrians and shop owners, on -street parking is a benefit because
it reduces speeding traffic and protects the sidewalks.
Designing streets that are balanced for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists promotes the
development of community through the informal meeting of neighbors. Neighborhood
safety is improved, since neighbors can more easily come to know one another and watch
over each other's homes.
Principle 6: Development Review
Brunswick County's ability to adopt smart development principles will, of necessity, require
an examination of its development review process. Primarily, the review should focus on
ways that the review process can be streamlined so that developers are encouraged to
apply the principles. Frustrating, costly, and time-consuming delays due, in part, to
inflexible standards, regulations, and processes will discourage innovative approaches to
development and design. Providing for flexibility and certainty in the application of
standards, including provision for performance standards and administrative approval of
"minor" variances, can help promote creative development that complies with the
principles. Effective use of Planned Unit Developments (PUD's) can also relieve some of
the regulatory barriers for developers and lighten the administrative load for planners, as
can adopting a flexible process for applying design review standards.
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While the smart growth concept may not be suited to every community, it will support
Brunswick County's objective of preserving its rural atmosphere and aid in preserving its
natural resources by encouraging the development of neighborhoods and communities that
may be "self sustaining
The following table summarizes smart growth implementation strategies:
Table 63.
Principles, Strategies, Obstacles, and Solutions
Strategy
Obstacle
Solution
1. Efficient Use of Land Resources
1.1 Small -lot infill development
Excessive lot -area dimensions
Revise setback requirements;
minimum lot sizes
1.2 Infill development on large lots
Inflexible subdivision and lot -area
Average lot size for whole
requirements
development, allow flexibility to
preserve naturalfeatures
1.3 Coordinated development
Coordinated development not
Specific development plans; master
addressed
plans
1.4 Better use of deep lots
Excessive frontage and multiple
Midblocklanes; interior block cluster
access requirements
development; flat lots
1.5 Less land for streets
Excessive street design standards
Adopt "skinny" street standards
1.6 More efficient use of parking
Excessive parking requirements
Reduce minimum parking ratios; set
areas
parking ratio maximums;
acknowledge on -street parking;
encourage shared parking
2. Full Use of Urban Services
2.1 Achieving planned densities
Underbuilding; no support for density
Minimum density standards
goals
2.2 Attached units
Lot sizes not in proportion to unit
Reduce lot -size requirements; allow
sizes
single-family attached in all
residential zones
2.3 Attached units
Lot -area dimension requirements
Revise setback requirements
(excessive side setbacks)
2.4 Accessory units
Excessive minimum unit size; density
Allow accessory units
maximums too low
3. Mixed Use
3.1 Mixed -use buildings -
Single -use zoning; separation of uses
Allow home occupations and
live/work units; density bonus for
mixed -use commercial/residential
buildings
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Strategy
Obstacle
Solution
3.2 Mixed -use neighborhoods
Single -use zoning; separating of uses
Limited commercial in residential
zones; allow multifamily residential
in commercial zones; limited retail in
industrial zones
3.3 Healthy commercial districts
Separation of uses; proximity
Community shopping centers with
street connectivity; main street
districts
4. Transportation Options
4.1 Multimodal streets
Street design standards
Revise street standards; promote
overemphasize autos
"skinny" streets
4.2 Transit, bike, and pedestrian
Physical barriers or out -of -direction
Cul-de-sac and block -length
connectivity
travel
maximums; internal connectivity
standards; sidewalk requirements
4.3 Transit -supportive development
Transit -supportive development not
Mandate transit -oriented
addressed
development along transit corridor
S. Detailed, Human -Scale Design
5.1 Compatibly designed buildings
Too abrupt transitions between
Density transitioning; midblock
zones
zoning district lines; building
height limits
5.2, Compatibly designed buildings
No design guidelines for new
Incorporate compatibility
buildings
guidelines for new infill
construction
5.3 Pedestrian -friendly streetscapes
Street standards emphasize cars;
Building orientation; parking lot
(commercial)
design discourages walking
placement; allow shared access;
500/o/80% frontage rule, etc.
5.4 Pedestrian -friendly streetscapes
Street standards emphasize cars;
Require sidewalks; limit setbacks;
(residential)
design discourages walking
garage placement; lighting; utility
placement, etc.
5.5 Quality architectural design
No incentive to provide amenities
Density bonuses for amenities
6. Implementation
6.1 Examining the development
Onerous procedures for variances,
Allow administrative approval for
review process
conditional uses
minor adjustments
6.2 Examining the Planned Unit
Onerous PUD requirements
Improved PUD regulations
Development (PUD) process
6.3 Flexibility in the design review
Discretionary design review
Dual -track design review process
process
process; vague standards
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C. FUTURE LAND USEACREAGES
The following tables summarize the future land use acreages for Brunswick County and its
participating municipalities. The future land use plan maps (pages 6-75 to 6-80) depict areas for
development which are generally consistent with the land suitability analysis (Map 20, page 5-103).
No known conflicts exist between the future land use map and the land suitability analysis map.
Transitional buffers are encouraged between areas of conflicting land use. All future land use
acreages are based on suitability of land for development and not forecast market demand for
future acreages. The land uses in each of these areas have been coordinated with each local
governments' zoning classifications. The zoning classifications specify allowable uses for each land
use category. Refer to each local governments' tool for guiding land development for a specific
listing of allowable uses in each district. A complete list of the land use categories utilized on the
future land use map, the zoning classifications that should be included in each category, and the
assumed development patterns that are to occur in the County and each participating municipalities
are provided in Section 6.V.D. These categories are intrinsically tied to the policy section of the
plan.
Table 64.
Brunswick County Future Land Use Acreages
Commercial
Community Commercial
Conservation
High -Density Residential
Industrial
Low -Density Residential
Medium -Density Residential
Military
Mixed Use
Protected Lands
Recreation
TOTAL
Acres % of Total
11,194.82
2.4%
4,801.81
1.0%
186,739.08
39.6%
929.82
0.2%
18,168.68
3.9%
193,008.74
41.0%
27,282.49
5.8%
9,147.20
1.9%
5,652.67
1.2%
13,731.32
2.9%
672.02 0.1%
471,328.64 100.0%
*The acreages in this table assume total build -out of the attached future land use map.
NOTE: The acreages included only the unincorporated areas of the County.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
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Table 65.
Town of Belville Future Land Use Acreages
Acres
% of Total
Commercial
154.11
13.3%
Conservation
57.35
4.9%
High -Density Residential
22.98
2.0%
Industrial
204.70
17.6%
Low -Density Residential
567.41
48.8%
Office & Institutional
15.62
1.3%
Planned Unit Development
119.21
10.3%
Vacant
20.39
1.8%
TOTAL
1,161.77
100.0%
*The acreages in this table assume total build -out of the attached future land use map.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Table 66.
City of Boiling Spring Lakes Future Land Use Acreages
Commercial
Conservation
Office & Institutional
Recreational
Low -Density Residential
Water
TOTAL
Acres % of Total
602.09
4.2%
9,131.77
64.1%
60.17
0.4%
219.89
1.5%
3,782.12
26.5%
454.49
3.2%
14,250.53
100.0%
*The acreages in this table assume total build -out of the attached future land use map.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
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Table 67.
Town of Northwest Future Land Use Acreages
Acres
% of Total
Commercial
72.09
1.9%
Industrial
0.09
0.0%
Low -Density Residential
1,192.68
31.9%
Office & Institutional
3.77
0.1%
Vacant
2,466.37
66.0%
TOTAL
3,735.01
100.0%
*The acreages in this table assume total build -out of the attached future land use map.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Table 68.
Town of St. James Future Land Use Acreages
Industrial
Low -Density Residential
Medium -Density Residential
Office & Institutional
Recreational
TOTAL
Acres % of Total
20.22
0.4%
3,476.23
70.7%
19.35
0.4%
58.48
1.2%
1,339.76
27.3%
4,914.05
100.0%
*The acreages in this table assume total build -out of the attached future land use map.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Table 69.
Town of Carolina Shores Future Land Use Acreages
Town Limits
Acres % of Total
Acres
ETJ
% of Total
Planning Jurisdiction
Acres % of Total
Commercial
55.61
4.3%
215.67
15.1%
271.28
9.9%
Industrial
0.00
0.0%
52.13
3.6%
52.13
1.9%
Office & Institutional
38.35
2.9%
3.06
0.2%
41.41
1.5%
Recreational
160.36
12.3%
0.00
0.0%
160.36
5.9%
Residential
1,047.92
80.5%
1,157.96
81.0%
2,205.88
80.8%
TOTAL
1,302.24
100.0%
1,428.82
100.0%
2,731.06
100.0%
*The acreages in this table assume total build -out of the attached future land use map.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
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amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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D. LOCA TIONAL ASPECTS OF LAND USE
The purpose of this section is to describe the reasoning behind the location of land uses as
shown on the land use maps. It should be noted that the land use plan depicts a desired or
optimum pattern of land uses. For land areas that are already developed, the desired land use
may not be consistent with the existing land use. In cases where the planning process resulted
in a desired land use that deviated from the existing land use, preferred land use is indicated. The
following provides an example of a case in which an existing land use would not be indicated on
the map: An industry might locate in an area that was considered "rural" ten years ago. As the
years go by, development occurs, urban areas of the county expand, and eventually the industry
finds itself in an urbanized setting surrounded by residential development. This situation has
resulted in a conflicting land use. In this case the existing land use of the industrial property is
industrial but might be shown on the land use map as Office/Institutional/Multi-Family, a more
suitable and compatible use for a residential area.
Generally, the land use map was drafted with consideration given to key land use issues;
preservation of the county's existing land use form which is comprised of districts, paths, urban
nodes, landmarks, and edges; existing plans for the development of public facilities; development
constraints and existing zoning patterns. It should be stressed that although the future land use
map indicates a desired pattern for future land use, it is not being suggested that the land uses
portrayed cannot be deviated from. However, it is recommended that as the need for changes in
the land use map become apparent that the map be revised and approved by the Board of
Commissioners. A general description of land use by type follows. NOTE: Appropriate uses are
uses which are normally allowed within a zoning district; inappropriate uses are uses that are not
normally allowed within the corresponding zoning district.
1. Brunswick County
a. Commerc*'Community Commercial/Services
The majority of commercial land uses in Brunswick County's planning jurisdiction
are currently scattered along US Highway 17 and other major transportation routes within the
County such as the intersection of NC Highways 211 and 133 just north of Southport and Oak
Island and along NC Highway 130 north of Holden Beach. Future commercial development will
continue to occur along major roads and at the intersections of major thoroughfares. Future office
and institutional land uses are located as a buffer -between commercial and residential
development.
Corresyondingzoningdistrict.- C-LD, Commercial -Low Density; N-C, Neighborhood -
Commercial; C-I, Commercial -Intensive
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Appropriate uses: Campgrounds, Funeral Homes, Indoor and Outdoor Recreation
Facilities, Overnight Accommodations, Commercial Parking, Restaurants, Retail Sales
and Service, Self Service Storage, Vehicle Sales and Service, Water Oriented
Commercial Uses, and Offices. Please note that not every use listed in one district
is permitted in another district.
Inappropriate uses: Most industrial uses.
Allowable densities. C-LD-3 to 5 units/acre; N-C-3 units/acre; C-I-2 to 4 units/acre.
Maximum heir• 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: C-LD - 15,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
7,500 s.f. (with water/wastewater)
N-C - 15,000 s.f.
C-I - 20,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
10,000 s.f (with water/wastewater)
b. Conservation/Protected Lands
The Conservation designation is located as a buffer in areas where there is a
potential for flooding and in areas where there is a potential land use conflict. The designation is
intended to be used for the permanent protection and preservation of environmentally sensitive
lands, and areas with historical, cultural, and archeological significance. This includes the Green
Swamp Protected Lands.
Corresponding zoning district. • CP.
Appropriate uses. Recreation areas, single-family detached homes, certain
agricultural uses, hunting clubs, retreat centers, places of worship, and civic
centers.
Inappropriate uses. Commercial and industrial development.
Allowable density.• 1/5 units per acre.
Maximum height.• 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: 5 acres.
C. Industrial
Existing industrial areas are located in scattered locations somewhat adjacent to US
Highways 17 and 74/76. Future industrial development will be primarily located along railroad
routes in the northern (outside of the Leland area) and southern portions (north of Southport) of
the County. Industrial land uses that are adjacent to residential land uses have been buffered with
conservation land uses. Buffering has been provided to help prevent land use conflicts between
industrial development and neighboring land uses. The width of the buffer should be based on the
type of industry and its potential to create compatibility problems. It is not the County's intention
to acquire land to be utilized as buffer areas, but rather.to encourage industries to incorporate
adequate buffers into their development plans.
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Corresponding zoning districts: I-RU, Industrial -Rural; I-G, Industrial -General
Appropriate uses. Heavy industrial uses such as manufacturing and processing
facilities and heavy equipment sales; light industrial uses that are associated with
manufacturing, assembly, and repair; research and development companies;
resource extraction facilities; warehouse and freight movement companies; waste
related facilities; and wholesale trade. Please note that not every use listed in one
district is permitted in the other districts.
Inappropriate uses. Residential development and most commercial development.
Allowable density.' 1 or fewer units/acre.
Maximum height.• 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: I-RU - 100 acres; I-G - 1 acre
d. Mixed Use
The Mixed Use land use designation is primarily located. at existing and proposed
major intersections such as the intersections of US 17 and NC 211 and the intersection of NC 133
and the proposed Cape Fear Skyway. The Mixed Use designation is most closely in line with the
requirements of a Planned Unit Development, meant for innovative residential and/or commercial
projects.
Corresponding zoning districts: C-LD, N-C, RR, R-7500, R-6000, and SBR-6000
Appropriate uses. A variety of residential and commercial uses. May include a mix
of uses that are not usually permitted together.
Inappropriate uses. Industrial operations.
Allowable densities. 2.8
Maximum heigh 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: 10 acres.
e. Residential
Residential land uses have been divided into three separate land use categories
based on associated variable residential densities. These categories include high, medium, and low
density residential. The location of residential land uses by density was based on existing
residential development patterns and constraints to development (i.e. floodplains and wetlands).
High Density Residential
Corresponding zoning districts. MR-3200, Multifamily Residential.
Appropriate uses: Residential uses other than single-family, parks, places of
worship, and government buildings.
Inappropriate uses. Commercial and industrial uses.
Allowable densities: 6.2 units/acre (without water/wastewater).
13.6 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
Maximum height.• 50 feet.
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Minimum lot size: 7,000 s.f. per dwelling unit (without water/wastewater)
3,200 s.f per dwelling unit (with water/wastewater)
9,000 s.f. per dwelling unit (duplex with water/wastewater)
Medium Density Residential
Corresponding zoning districts. R-6000, Medium Density Residential
SBR-6000, Medium Density Site Built Residential
Appropriate uses. Emergency shelters, places of worship, parks, single-family
residences, multifamily residences in some instances, and manufactured homes.
Please note that not every use listed above is permitted in both districts.
Inappropriate uses: Commercial uses and industrial operations.
Allowable densities: 4.4 units/acre (without water/wastewater)
7.3 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
Maximum height.• 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: 10,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
6,000 s.f. (with water/wastewater)
Low Density Residential
Corresponding zoning district.• RR, Rural Residential
R-7500, Low Density Residential
Appropriate uses: Agricultural uses, single-family residences, multi -family
residences in certain cases, emergency shelters, parks, and places of worship.
Inappropriate uses. Commercial uses and industrial operations.
Allowable densities: RR 2.2 units/ acre (without water/wastewater)
2.9 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
R-7500 2.9 units/ acre (without water/wastewater)
5.8 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
Maximum heighf.• 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: RR
R-7500
f. Military
20,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater) ,
15,000 s.f (with water/wastewater)
22,500 s.f. (duplex with water/wastewater)
15,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
7,500 s.f. (with water/wastewater)
The intent of this designation is to recognize military installations within Brunswick
County. As federal property, these areas are not subject to local development requirements.
However, upon certification of the Land Use Plan and acceptance by OCRM, local policy becomes
state policy that can influence federal licensing and other federally funded activities including those
associated with the military. Such activities are usually required to go through the federal
consistency process which includes state review that would include consulting the local Land Use
Plan.
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In addition to the zoning classifications identified above, the County utilizes six overlay
districts. An explanation of the use of those districts is provided below.
ED Economic Development. • This district is intended to provide locations for a wide range
of agricultural industry, light and heavy manufacturing, office, institutional and research uses with
no adverse impacts beyond the space occupied by the use. The Economic Development Overlay
District shall only be applied to lands in close association with those Major Thoroughfares identified
in the Major Thoroughfare Plan, and over lands in the RU-Rural Zoning District. This district is
designed to support specific public policy objectives stated in the Coastal Area Management Act
Land Use Plan.
PUD Planned Unit Development. • The PUD Overlay District is intended to encourage the
development of desirable and innovative projects for both residential and nonresidential uses. This
may include a mixture of uses not ordinarily permitted in a traditional development. Certain
development privileges, through diversified land development standards in exchange for
preplanning and innovative design considerations, provide flexibility in utilizing new development
concepts that are intended to: (1) Encourage creative development that preserves natural and
scenic features; (2) Provide for abundant and accessible open and recreational space; and (3)
Promote the efficient use of land resulting in infrastructure networks that maximize the allocation
of fiscal and natural resources.
TO Transitional Office: The TO Overlay is established to allow an orderly transition of land
use from residential use to relatively small-scale office use of lots and parcels fronting major
roadways, while maintaining a predominantly residential property appearance and building scale.
A Transitional Office Overlay may only be established in any residential base district, and may be
established over more than one residential base district.
CDS-1 and CDS-Z Corridor Development Standards 1 and 2. The Corridor Development
Standards (CDS-1 and CDS-2) are intended to ensure that lands adjacent to major transportation
corridors be developed in a manner that encourages appropriate land usage, maintains the scenic
natural beauty of the area, and promotes the health and general welfare of the public. Moreover,
application of the CDS overlay serves to facilitate the provision of transportation by promoting the
safe and efficient movement of traffic by encouraging development which reduces or eliminates
commercial strip development, excessive driveway cuts, visual clutter and poor site layout.
Corridor Development Standards are superimposed along designated highways which extend across
Brunswick County's planning and zoning jurisdiction. As an overlay zone, it does not control the
permitting of uses therein, but provides additional development requirements and standards which
are applied within the coverage area for commercial and industrial uses only. Standards are
provided to' ensure that thoroughfares in these overlay districts develop with improved traffic
efficiency and safety by reducing visual clutter and avoiding inappropriate site design.
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WQP Water Quality Protection: It is the intent of Brunswick County to bolster those
regulations of state and federal government as to the unique quality of the water of the Lockwood
Folly River associated with naturally occurring shellfish beds. The quality of these defined waters
has been affected by such activities as forestry, farming, construction of roads, growth of towns,
and rural and suburban residential development, as well as industrial processes associated with the
fishing industry. Numerous types of water pollutants have been identified by state studies. No one
or even several types or causes of degradation have been determined as having more impact than
any other. The intent of this Water Quality Protection District is to apply a set of regulations for
water quality protection, to specifically described areas of land abutting a specifically described
water area; which is encompassed by a line drawn to extend across the Lockwood Folly River from
Genoe's Point to Mullet Creek; southly to and across the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway.
2. Town of Belville
a. Commercial/O&I
Commercial and O&I land uses in Belville are located at the intersection of US
Highway 17/74/76 and NC Highway 133 and along NC Highway 133. Future commercial
development will continue to occur at the intersection with future office and institutional land uses
occurring along NC Highway 133.
Corresponding zoning district: BR, Business Residential; BH, Business Highway;
CBD, Central Business District
A,o,oroonate uses. General retail uses; institutional, recreational, and services uses;
some animal relate service facilities; and contractors without outside storage.
Please note that not every use listed in one district is permitted in another district.
Inappropriate uses: Residential and manufacturing uses.
Allowable densities: No density requirement.
Maximum height.• No height requirement.
Minimum lot size: No lot size requirement.
b. Conservation
The Conservation designation is located as a buffer along the Brunswick River where
there is a potential for flooding. Medium and high density development is discouraged in this area.
Corresponding zoning district. R-15, Residential District
Appropriate uses., Single-family residential development, parks, and water oriented
uses such as boat launch facilities, docks, and piers.
Inappropriate uses: Commercial and industrial development.
Allowable density.• 2.9 units / acre.
Maximum hei hch 35 feet.
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Minimum lotsize: 15,000 s.f.
C. Industrial
Existing industrial areas are located on US Highway 17/74/76. Future industrial
development will be located along US Highway 17/74/76, the area adjacent to US Highway 17, and
along the northwest portion of NC Highway 133.
Corresponding zoning districts• I, Industrial.
Appropriate uses. Agricultural uses, communications facilities, contractors/
construction facilities (with or without outside storage), certain retail and service
uses, manufacturing operations, and wholesale facilities.
Inappropriate uses: Residential development and most commercial development.
Allowable density.• No density requirement.
Maximum heigh No height requirement.
Minimum lot size: No lot size requirement.
d. Residential
Residential land uses are currently scattered around town primarily in platted
neighborhoods within the satellite annexations. Future residential development should occur in
these areas. Residential land uses have been divided into two separate land use categories based
on associated variable residential densities. These categories include high and low density
residential. The locations of residential land uses by density was based on existing residential
development patterns and constraints to development (i.e. floodplains and wetlands).
High Density Residential
Corresoondingzoningdistricts: MF, Multi -family District; MH, Manufactured Homes
Appropriate uses. Mobile/modular home on site sales, boat launching ramps, child
care facilities, golf courses, parks, and single- and multi -family residences.
Inappropriate uses: Commercial and industrial uses.
Allowable densities. MF 2.9 units/acre (two family)
5.4 units/acre (multi -family)
MH 5.8 units/acre
Maximum height.• 35 feet.
Minimum lot size: MF 15,000 s.f. per dwelling unit (two family)
MH 8,000 s.f per dwelling unit for the first two dwelling
units and 5,000 s.f. for each additional dwelling unit.
Low Density Residential
Corresponding zoning districts. R-10, Residential District; R-15, Residential District
Appropriate uses: Boat launching ramps, child care facilities, golf courses, parks,
single-family residences, and modular homes. Please note that not every use listed
above is permitted in both districts.
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Inappropriate uses. Commercial uses and industrial operations.
Allowable densities: R-10 4.3 units/acre
R-15 2.9 units/acre
Maximum heichht._• 35 feet.
Minimum lot size: R-10 10,000 s.f.
R-15 15,000 s.f.
3. City of Boiling Spring Lakes
a. Commercial/ O&I
Commercial and 0&1 land uses in Boiling Spring Lakes are primarily located along
NC Highway 87. Future commercial development and 0&1 development will continue to occur in
this area.
Corresponding zoning district:• C-1, C-2, C-R, C-M, and C-S.
Appropriate uses. General retail uses, institutional, recreational, services, golf
courses, clubhouse, and government uses. Please note that not every use listed in
one district is permitted in another district.
Inappropriate uses. Residential and manufacturing uses.
Allowable densities: No density requirement.
Maximum height.• No height requirement.
Minimum lotsize: No lot size requirement.
b. Conservation / Recreation
The Conservation designation is located as a buffer where there is a potential for
flooding. Medium and High density development is discouraged in this area.
Corresponding zoning district. Parks and Recreation Zones L-1, L-2, P-1, P-2, P-3
Approonateuses. Outdoor recreational activities, playgrounds, and swimming pools.
Inappropriate uses. Residential, commercial, and industrial development.
Allowable density.• No density requirement.
Maximum heigh_t_.• No height requirement.
Minimum lot size. No lot size requirement.
C. Residential
Residential land uses are currently scattered around town in platted neighborhoods.
Future residential development should occur in these areas.
Corresponding zoning districts: R-1, R-1A, R-2, R-3, R-3A, R-4, R-5, and R-6
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Appropriate uses; Single-family residences, modular homes, manufactured homes,
and parks.
Inappropriate uses: Commercial and industrial uses.
Allowable densities: 2.8 units / acre.
Maximum height.• One story structures - 28' (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, and R-6);
20' (R-1A and R-3A)/Two story structures - 42' (R-1, R-1, R-3, R-4, R-5, and R-6);
35' (R-1A and R-3A)
Minimum lot size: 15,300 s.f.
4. Town of Carolina Shores
a. Commercial/ OW
Commercial development is located on Ocean Highway and O&I land uses are
scattered around town. Future commercial development will continue to be located along Ocean
Highway and Thomasboro Road SW. O&I development will buffer commercial development from
adjacent residential development in that area.
Corresponding zoning district: CB and HC.
Appropriate uses. Retail uses, business and professional offices, hotels and motels,
restaurants, and public facilities.
Inappropriate uses: Residential and manufacturing uses.
Allowable densities. 4 units / acre.
Maximum height.• 35 feet.
Minimum lot size: 10,000 s.f.
b. Recreation / Conservation
Recreation is located in the northeast portion of town and the southeast portion of
the town. Recreation will continue to occur in the southeast portion of the town.
Corresponding zoning district., CD.
Appropriate uses. Outdoor recreational activities, parks, and swimming pools.
Inappropriate uses. Residential, commercial, and industrial development.
Allowable density.• 1/5 units / acre.
Maximum height.• 35 feet.
Minimum lot size: 5 acres.
c. Residential
The majority of residential land use is located within platted neighborhoods. Future
residential development will be the predominant land use within town and occur all over the town.
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Corresponding zoning districts. R-15, R-8, MFH I, MFH II, MFH II P, PUD, and PRD.
Appropriate uses: Single- and multi -family residences, modular homes,
manufactured homes, churches, schools, and parks.
Inappropriate uses: Commercial uses outside of a PUD or PRD and industrial uses.
Maximum height.• 35 feet.
High Density Residential
Allowable densities: MFH I, II, and II P 7.3 units / acre
Minimum lot size: MFH I, II, and II P 6,000 s.f.
Medium Density Residential
Allowable densities. R-8
PUD
PRD
Minimum lot size: R-8
. PUD and PRD
Low Density"Residential
Allowable densities: R-15
Minimum lot size: R-15
d. Industrial
5.4 units / acre
No density requirement
R-8 5.5 units/acre (single family)
9.9 units/acre (multi -family)
MHF-I 7.5 units/acre (single family)
12.5 units/acre (multi -family)
8,000 s.f.
3 acres
2.9 units / acre
15,000 s.f.
Existing industrial areas are located on the west side of town. Future industrial
development will continue to be located in that area.
Corresponding zoning districts: ID.
Appropriate uses. Industries in which the principal use of land can be operated in
a relatively clean and quiet manner and which will not be obnoxious to adjacent
residential or business districts. Uses such as tobacco warehouses, bottling and
canning plants, trucking terminals, and some wholesale trade.
Inappropriate uses: Residential and commercial development, and heavy industrial
facilities.
Allowable density.• 1 unit / acre.
Maximum heir 35 feet.
Minimum lot size: 1 acre.
5. Town of St. James
The Town of St. James does not have a zoning ordinance. The Town uses County zoning
classifications and as such the County enforces zoning requirements. However, at the time of this
writing, the Town is in the process of establishing a Planning and Zoning Board. Following is a
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summary of the locations for future land use. For information regarding corresponding zoning
districts and other pertinent land development information see Brunswick County's Future Land Use
Plan descriptions.
a. O&1
There are very few O&I land uses within St. James. They occur at a location near
the entrance to Town, and at locations on the west side of Town and in the center of Town.
Future O&I land uses will occur in all of these locations except at the one on the west side of town.
b. Industrial
There is currently no industrial development within the Town of St. James. Future
industrial development will be located at a site on the east side of Town.
in the future.
C. Recreational
Recreation land uses consist of golf courses and will be located in the same areas
d Residential
Medium Density Residential
Medium density residential development is located in three clustered locations
within the Town: in the center of Town along Wild Azalea Way and on the south
side of Town along St. James Drive and the Intracoastal Waterway.
Corresponding zoning districts: R-6000, Medium Density Residential
SBR-6000, Medium Density Site Built Residential
A,oprooriate uses: Emergency shelters, places of worship, parks, single-family
residences, multifamily residences in some instances, and manufactured homes.
Please note that not every use listed above is permitted in both districts.
Inancro,onate uses: Commercial uses and industrial operations.
Allowable densities: 4.4 units/acre (without water/wastewater)
7.3 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
Maximum heir 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: 10,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
6,000 s.f. (with water/wastewater)
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Low Density Residential
Low density development is the predominant land use within St. James and as such
will occur all over town.
Corresponding zoning district.• RR, Rural Residential
R-7500, Low Density Residential
Appropriate uses: Agricultural uses, single-family residences, multi -family
residences in certain cases, emergency shelters, parks, and places of worship.
Inappropriate uses. Commercial uses and industrial operations.
Allowable densities: RR 2.2 units/ acre (without water/wastewater)
2.9 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
R-7500 2.9 units/ acre (without water/wastewater)
5.8 units/acre (with water/wastewater)
Maximum height.• 40 feet.
Minimum lot size: RR
R-7500
6. Town of Northwest .
a. Commercial/ O&I
20,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
15,000 s.f (with water/wastewater)
22,500 s.f. (duplex with water/wastewater)
15,000 s.f. (without water/wastewater)
7,500 s.f. (with water/wastewater)
Commercial development is scattered around town with 0&1 uses located on Old
Blue Banks Road and Vernon Road. Future commercial development will continue to be scattered
around town, but will be concentrated at the intersections of Mount Misery Road NE and Old Blue
Banks Road NE. Future 0&1 development will continue in current locations.
Corresponding zoning district.• C-1, C-2, and C-3.
Appropriate uses: Professional offices, single family homes, retail establishments,
churches, child and adult day cares, restaurants, and shopping centers. Please note
that not every use permitted in one district is permitted in another district.
Inappropriate uses. Manufacturing uses.
Allowable densities. 4 units / acre.
Maximum heiah 3 stories.
Minimum lot size: 10,000 s.f.
b. Residential/Agriculture
These areas are designed to protect wetlands, prevent development in areas of
potential flood hazard, and to preserve rural and agriculture character of land removed from readily
available urban services. These areas are scattered around town.
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Correspondingzoningdistrict.• OAR, Open Area/Recreation District; AF, Agriculture/
Forestry District
Ag,oroonate uses: Parks, playgrounds, fish farms, agriculture uses, single-family
site built homes, greenhouses, and schools. Please note that not every use
permitted in one district is permitted in the other district.
Inappropriate uses. Commercial and industrial development.
Allowable density.• 2 units / acre.
Maximum height.• 35 feet.
Minimum lot size: 20,000 s.f.
C. Residential
The majority of residential land use is located immediately adjacent to the City's
major roads. Future residential development will continue on these roads with large tracts set
aside off of these road for residential subdivisions.
Corresponding zoning districts: R-20, R-15, R-15 SD, R-10, PUD, MHO (Mobile
Home Overlay District), and MHP (Manufactured Home Park).
Appropriate uses. Single- and two-family residences, manufactured homes (Class
A & B), manufactured homes, parks, playgrounds, greenhouses, vegetative and
livestock agriculture, and home occupations. Please note that not every use
permitted in one district is permitted in another.
Inappropriate uses: Commercial and industrial uses.
Maximum height.• 35 feet.
High Density Residential
Allowable densities. PUD
MHO
MHP
Minimum lot size: PUD
MHO
MHP
Low Density Residential
Allowable densities: R-20
R-15, R-10
R-15 SD
Minimum lot size: R-20
R-15, R-10
R-15 SD
d. Industrial
20 units / acre for residential areas
Density of underlying zoning district
10.9 units / acre
10 acres
Minimum lot size of underlying zoning district
4 acres
2 units / acre
4 units / acre
2.9 units / acre
20,000 s.f.
10,000 s.f.
15,000 s.f.
.There is one industrial operation within Northwest. Future industrial development
will continue to be located in that area.
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Corresponding zoning districts: HI and LI.
A,oAropriate uses: Industries that have no nuisance or pollution factors such as
automobile repair operations, bakeries, plants, carpenters, storage yard for
contractors, wholesale business, and apparel & drapery manufacturers.
Inayoropriate uses: Residential and commercial development.
Allowable density.• 4 units / acre.
Maximum height.• 3 stories.
Minimum lotsize: 10,000 s.f.
7. Land Use Compatibility Matrix
Each land use category is supported by zoning districts contained in the respective
communities' land development ordinance. Tables 70 through 74 provide a comparison of the land
use categories and the respective communities' existing zoning districts. The reader is cautioned
that this is an `overview" and detailed analysis must be based on careful review of each land
development ordinance.
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Table 70. Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix - Brunswick County and St. James
Consistency Review of Future Land Use Map Designations and Existing Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
C-LD
N-C
C-I
I-RU
I-G
MR-3200
R-6000
SBR-6000
RR
R-7500
CP
Min. Lot Size (SF)
Note 1
15,000
Note 2
100 acres
1 acre
Note 3
Note 4
Note 4
Note 5
Note 6
5 acres
Max. Bldg. Height (ft.)
40
40
40
40
40
50
40
40
40
40
40
Designations - Average Density
(du per acre)
Commercial/Community
Commercial/Service - 3-5
g
g
g
x
x
c
c
c
x
g
x
Industrial - 1
x
x
x
g
g
x
x
x
x
x
x
Mixed Use - 2.8
c
c
c
x
x
g
g
g
x
g
x
High Density Residential - 6-13
c
c
c
x
x
g
c
c
x
c
x
Med. Density Residential - 4-7
x
x
x
x
x
c
9
g
x
x
x
Low Density Residential - 2-5
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
9
x
x
Conservation/Protected Lands - 1/5
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
9
Military
I x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
g = generally consistent; c = conditionally consistent; x = inconsistent
Note 1: 15,000 s.f. without water/wastewater; 7,500 s.f. with water/wastewater.
Note 2: 20,000 s.f. without water/wastewater; 10,000 s.f. with water/wastewater.
Note 3: 7,000 s.f. without water/wastewater; 3,200 s.f. with water/wastewater; 9,000 s.f. duplex with water/wastewater.
Note 4: 10,000 s.f. without water/wastewater; 6,000 s.f. with water/wastewater.
Note 5: 20,000 s.f. without water/wastewater; 15,000 s.f. with water/wastewater, 22,500 s.f. duplex with water/wastewater.
Note 6: 15,000 s.f. without water/wastewater; 7,500 s.f. with water/wastewater.
Brunswick County
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Table 71. Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix - Town of Belville
Consistency Review of Future Land Use Map Designations and Existing Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
B-R
I B-H
I CBD
MF
MH
R-10
R-15
I
Min. Lot Size (SF)
0
0
0
15,000
Note 1
10,000
15,000
0
Max. Bldg. Height (ft.)
0
10
10
135
135
135
135
0
Designations - Average Density
(du per acre)
Commercial/O&I - 0
g
g
g'
x
x
x
x
c
Industrial - 0
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
g
High Density Residential - 2.9-5.8
x
x
c
g
x
x
x
x
Low Density Residential - 2.9-4.3
x
x
x
c
g
g
9
x
Conservation - 2.9
x
x
x
x I
x I
c I
c Jx
g = generally consistent; c = conditionally consistent; x = inconsistent
Note 1: 8,000 s.f. per dwelling unit for the first two dwelling units and 5,000 s.f. for each additional dwelling unit.
Table 72. Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix - City of Boiling Spring Lakes
Consistency Review of Future Land Use Map Designations and Existing Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
R-1
R-1A
R-2
R-3
R-3A
R-4
R-5
R-6
C-1
C-2
C-R
C-M
C-S
P&R
Zones*
Min. Lot Size (SF)
15,300
15,300
15,300
15,300
15,300
15,300
15,300
15,300
0
0
0
0
0
0
Max. Bldg. Height (ft.)
Note 1
Note 1
Note 1
Note 1
Note 1
Note 1
Note 1
Note 1
0
0
0
0
0
0
Designations - Average
Density (du per acre)
Commercial/O&I - 0
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
19
g
x
x
x
x
Residential - 2.8
g
g
19
19
g
g
g
g
x
x
x
x
x
x
Conservation - 0
x
x
I x
I x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
g = generally consistent; c = conditionally consistent; x = inconsistent
*Parks and Recreation Zones - includes the following districts: L-1, L-2, P-1, P-2, and P-3.
Note 1: One Story 28' (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, and R-6; 20' (R-1A and R-3A); Two Story 42' (R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, and R-6; 35' (R-1A and R-3A)
Brunswick.County
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Table 73. Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix - Town of Carolina Shores
Consistency Review of Future Land Use Map Designations and Existing Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
R-15
R-8
MFH-I
MFH-II
MFH-II P I
PUD
PRD
HC
ID
CD
Min. Lot Size (SF)
15,000
18,000
16,000
16,000
2 acres
1 3 acres
3 acres
10,000
1 acre
5 acres
Max. Bldg. Height (ft.)
35
135
135
135
135
135
135
135
135
135
Designations - Average Density
(du per acre)
Commercial/O&I - 4
x
x
x
x
x
c
c
g
x
x
Industrial - 1
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
9
x
Residential - 2.9-12.5
g
g
9
9
9
9
9
x
x
x
Recreation/Conservation - 1.5
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
g = generally consistent; c = conditionally consistent; x = Inconsistent
Table 74. Future Land Use Plan Compatibility Matrix - Town of Northwest
Consistency Review of Future Land Use Map Designations and Existing Zoning Districts
Zoning Districts
R-20
R-15
R-15SD
R-10
PUD
MHO
MHP
C-1
C-2
C-3
OAR
AF
LI
HI
Min. Lot Size (SF)
20,000
10,000
15,000
10,000
10
acres
Note 1
4 acres
10,000
10,000
10,000
20,000
20,000
10,000
10,000
Max. Bldg. Height (ft.)
35
35
35
35
35
35
35
3
stories
3
stories
3
stories
35
35
3
stories
3
stories
Designations - Average Density
(du per acre)
Commercial/O&I - 4
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
g
g
g
x
x
x
x
Industrial - 1
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
g
g
Residential - 2-10
9
9
9
9
9
9
9
x
x
x
g
9
x
x
Residential/Agriculture - 2
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
x
9
9
x
x
g = generally consistent; c = conditionally consistent; x = inconsistent
Note 1: Minimum lot size of underlying zoning district.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 6, Page 97

E. Land Demand Forecast
The land demand forecast section is intended to provide a snapshot of future demand for
each future land use designation as outlined starting on page 6-81 of the plan. The result of this
analysis is an anticipated growth rate and pattern for the county based on geographic regions
defined in the County's wastewater master plan. The existing land use survey outlined on page
5-85 of the plan serves as the basis for these forecasts. Existing land use acreages have been
forecasted out through 2025 based on the population projections defined on page 5-22 of the plan
in conjunction with development rates discussed throughout the context of this document. The
result of this analysis provides an anticipated demand for buildable land that may be utilized in
concert with the County's recently adopted water and sewer master plans and Unified Development
Ordinance. Coordination of these four documents will enable County officials to promote calculated
and coordinated development that falls in line with the County's plan for infrastructure expansion.
The following key should be utilized to compare land demand forecast to the existing land use
(page 5-92) and future land use (page 6-72) acreage tables.
Land Demand Forecast Designation Existing Land Use Designation
Commercial/Mixed Use Commercial, Office & Institutional
Industrial
High Density Residential
Medium Density Residential
Low Density Residential
Recreation
Vacant
Industrial
Multi -Family Residential, Mobile
Home, Mixed Use
Single -Family Residential
Residential/Agricultural
Recreation
Vacant, Water
Future Land Use Designation
Commercial, Community
Commercial, Mixed Use
Industrial, Military
HDR
MDR
LDR
Recreation
Conservation, Protected Lands
The land demand forecast for the County overall has been broken down into four separate
categories that reflect the sewer service areas outlined on the Future Land Use Map (Northeast
Regional Service Area, Southeast Regional Service Area, West Regional Service Area, and the
Southwest Regional Service Area). These sewer service areas reflect the boundaries of those
regions defined in the County's wastewater master plan. Additionally, they outline the boundaries
of regions within the County where phased infrastructure improvements are planned (see
infrastructure carrying capacity). The land demand forecasts have been compiled in this manner
to provide some form of linkage between the documents.
Due to the fact that all participating municipalities are tied into the County's regional utility
system, land demand forecast have been calculated for the County overall. The numbers outlined
in the tables below include all unincorporated portions of the County, as well as the ETJ and
corporate limits of all participating municipalities. This approach was taken based on the County's
regional approach to infrastructure expansion. It should be noted that the land demand forecast
acreages does not include non -participating jurisdictions, hydrology, or state and municipally
maintained highways or local access streets.
Brunswick County
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Table 75
Northeast Sewer Service Area
Existing Land
2010
2015
2020
2025
Average Units
Additional Housing
Use (acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
% Growth 05-25
Per Acre*
Units/Increased Acreage (2025)
Commercial/Mixed Use
169
212
265
331
414
144.1%
N/A
245 acres
(25% Growth Rate)
Industrial (30% Growth Rate)
628
816
1,061
1,380
1,794
185.6%
N/A
1,166 acres
High Density Residential
34
44
57
74
97
185.6%
11
693 units
(30% Growth Rate)
Medium Density Residential
1,498
1,648
1,813
1,994
2,193
46.4%
5.9
3,216 units
(10% Growth Rate)
Low Density Residential
9,683
10,554
11,504
12,539
13,668
41.2%
0.5
1,993 units
(9% Growth Rate)
Recreation (0% Growth Rate)
37
37
37
37
37
0.0%
N/A
245 acres
Vacant
63,581
62,319
60,893
59,275
57,428
-9.7%
N/A
245 acres
Total
75,630
75,630
75,630
75,630
75,631
Table 76
Southeast Sewer Service Area
Existing Land
2010
2015
2020
2025
Average Units
Additional Housing
Use (acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
% Growth 05-25
Per Acre*
Units/Increased Acreage (2025)
Commercial/Mixed Use
224
.292
379
493
641
185.6%
N/A
417 acres
(30%, Growth Rate)
Industrial (75% Growth Rate)
10
18
32
41
72
596.7%
N/A
62 acres
High Density Residential
54
65
77
93
112
107.4%
it
638 units
(20% Growth Rate)
Medium Density Residential
1,021
1123
1235
1358
1494
46.4%
5.9
2,791 units
(10% Growth Rate)
Low Density Residential
23,155
23733
24327
24935
25558
10.4%
3.5
1,201 units
(2.5% Growth Rate)
Recreation (0% Growth Rate)
158
158
158
158
158
0.0%
N/A
0 acres
Vacant
38,483
37716
36,896
36027
35,070
-8.9%
N/A
N/A
Total
63,105
63,105
63,104
63,105
63,105
Brunswick County
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Table 77
West Sewer Service Area
Existing Land
2010
2015
2020
2025
Average Units
Additional Housing
Use (acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
%Growth 05-25
Per Acre*
Units/Increased Acreage (2025)
Commercial/Mixed Use
1,733
2,080
2,496
2,995
3594
107.4%
N/A
1,861 acres
(20% Growth Rate)
Industrial (25% Growth Rate)
673
841
1052
1314
1643
144.1%
N/A
970 acres
High Density Residential
123
141
163
187
215
74.9%
it
1,102 units ,
(15% Growth Rate)
_
Medium Density Residential
3,225
3386
3640
3913
4207
30.4%
5.9
4,100 units
(5% Growth Rate)
Low Density Residential
46,808
47182
47560
47940
48324
3.2%
3.5
758 units
(0.8% Growth Rate)
Recreation (0% Growth Rate)
406
406
406
406
406
0.0%
N/A
580
Vacant
128,006
126937
125658
124,218
122,585
.-4.2%
N/A
N/A
Total
180,974
180,973
180,975
180,973
180,974
Table 78
Southwest Sewer Service Area
Existing Land
2010
2015
2020
2025
Average Units
Additional Housing
Use (acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
(acres)
% Growth 05-25
Per Acre*
Units/Increased Acreage (2025)
Commercial/Mixed Use
1,125
1,153
1182
1212
1242
10.4%
N/A
117 acres
(2.5% Growth Rate)
Industrial (0% Growth Rate)
417
417
417
417
417
0.0%
N/A
0 acres
High Density Residential
99
124
155
193
242
144.1%
11
1,573 units
(25% Growth Rate)
Medium Density Residential
3,622
3803
3993
4193
4403
21.6%
5.9
4,607 units
(5% Growth Rate)
Low Density Residential
16,622
16705
16789
16873
16957
2.0%
3.5
335 units
(0.5% Growth Rate)
Recreation (0% Growth Rate)
383
383
383
383
383
0.0%
N/A
580
Vacant
112,468
112,151
111818
111465
111,093
-1.2%
N/A
N/A
Total
134,736
134,736
134,737
134,736
134,737
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11'30'07 Section P

F. Carrying Capacity Discussion
It has been documented throughout.the context of this plan that the one of the most
substantial impediments to development within Brunswick County is the lack of infrastructure, most
importantly the lack of central sewer service. The county is well aware of this problem, and has
recently adopted comprehensive reports on the County's overall water and sewer infrastructure to
assess what the demand will be for these services through the year 2020/2015, respectively. The
Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan for Brunswick County was completed by HDR Engineering,
Inc., of the Carolinas in February of 2006. A comparable report detailing the water system needs
was completed by Hazen and Sawyer in late 2006. Updates to the water and sewer studies will
be required to extend forecasts to 2025.
The two reports attempt to address both the seasonal and year round wastewater needs
for Brunswick County residents, businesses, and industries. The wastewater treatment plan breaks
the County into four separate regions (Northeast, Southeast, West, and Southwest), and identifies
the current and future wastewater treatment needs for each of these regions. These regions
served as the basis for the land demand forecast outlined in the previous section. The water
system report addresses the County's needs comprehensively and does not adhere to the regions
outlined in the wastewater system plan.
Both the water system and wastewater reports address both the infrastructure needs, and
cost associated with these improvements. Both the forecast and proposed infrastructure
improvements detailed in the two reports are based on both past development trends, and
projected growth rates. The data presented within these reports can be cross referenced with the
land demand forecast outlined in the previous section in an effort to ensure that the reports
account for the development projected within the context of this document.
The following sections provide an overview of the proposed improvements required to meet
development demands through the planning period. The improvements and cost estimates have
been broken down by the service areas depicted on Map 32. Future land use acreages for each
subarea, have been included in Table 79 below.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 6, Page 101

MAP 32
Brunswick County
Land Use Plan
(Future Land Use)
Comorehensive Wastewater
Service Area
T
Airport Future Land Use
® Participating Municipalities + Commercial
• Municipalities Not Participating (including ETJ) + Community Commercial
NC DOT Primary Roads Conservation
�x Railroad Industrial
Hydrology Military
Regional Service Area Refinements + Mixed Use
Southeast Boundary + Protected Lands
West Boundary Recreation
Northeast Boundary + High Density Residential
Southwest Boundary Medium Density Residential
Future Sewer Low Density Residential
Planned Lines (short term)
Trunk Lines -West Regional Plant
The preparation of this map was financed in part
through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
amended, which is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
1 inch equals 20,125 feet
ff ol� Consulting Planners, Inc. Section 6, Page 102

Table 79.
Brunswick County Future Land Use Acreages*
Land Use**
Northeast (acres)
Southeast (acres)
Southwest (acres)
West (acres)
Total
Commercial
309.64
1,914.70
1,318.42
7,243.38
10,786.14
Community Commercial
3,557.14
429.66
417.47
244.18
4,648.45
Conservation
20,474.11
40,159.20
54,616.21
59,495.79
174,745.31
High Density Residential
5.18
45.12
129.59
689.42
869.31
Industrial
6,112.97
5,565.97
218.35
2,393.93
14,291.22
Low Density Residential
33,973.81 .
11,843.66
70,512.76
72,029.89
188,360.12
Medium Density Residential
5,040.72
14.75
1,268.16
20,651.22
26,974.85
Military
608.64
16.47
0.00
0.00
625.11
Mixed Use
549.37
352.27
343.06
4,397.03
5,641.73
Protected Lands
0.00
146.99
0.00
13,584.34
13,731.33
Recreation
0.00
0.26
58.14
158.91
217.31
Total
70,631.58
60,489.05
128,882.16
180,888.09
440,890.88
* This table includes all areas that have been included in the Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater and Water
Master Plans. The acreage does not include waterbodies, water road right of ways, orthe following municipalities: Leland,
Navassa, Sandy Creek, Southport, Oak Island, Caswell Beach, Shallotte, Sunset Beach, Calabash, Ocean Isle Beach, and
Bald Head Island. These municipalities may be affected by the water and sewer improvements discussed, but did not
participate in the County's Land Use Plan Update.
**For land use category explanations and associated densities included in the Brunswick County Unified Development
Ordinance see Section 6.V.D.
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
County staff, elected officials, and administrators have confidence in these two documents,
and intend to utilize them in conjunction with the land use plan to dictate decisions related to
future development. Complete copies of the Wastewater and Water Treatment System Master
Plans have been included as appendices to this plan. These documents can be found on the CDs
labeled Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan and Brunswick County
Comprehensive Water Master Plan included as Appendix XIII and XIV.
1. Wastewater Treatment System
As noted above, infrastructure needs through FY2020 have been established based on the
four primary service areas depicted on Map 32, and corresponding Future Land Use Acreages
detailed in Table 79 above. The following summarizes the details for each subarea, as outlined in
the Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 6, Page 103

Northeast Regional Service Area
Table 80. Brunswick County
Northeast Wastewater Treatment Existing System and Anticipated Needs (MGD)
Currently
" Proposed
System Component
Provided
Improvements Estimated Cost
Regional Collection System
Regional Pump Stations
None
1 $600,000
Regional Sewers
None (1)
10.7 miles $2,150,000
Regional Treatment Systems
Minor Additional Capacity Needed
None
0.35 mgd
Regional Disposal/Utilization System
Additional Capacity Needed
N/A*
None
Additional Land Needs
N/A*
0 Acres
System Capacity (2)
Wastewater Treatment Capacity
1.65 mgd
2.0 mgd
Wastewater Disposal/Utilization Capacity
1.65 mgd
2.0 mgd
Subtotal
Engineering (15%)
Contingency (20%)
Total Cost
$1,750,000
$0
$0
N/A
N/A
$4,500,000
$675,000
$900.000
$6,075,000
(1) The current collection system is designed to accommodate wastewater flows from the Northeast Sanitary District, the
Navassa area, the Town of Leland, and the Brunswick County Industrial Park. It is possible that some segments closer
to the treatment facility may have capacity to serve the 2025 needs, but that analysis would need to be conducted in a
future Preliminary Engineering Report or design stage.
(2) System capacity increases will be dictated by NCDENR permitting; therefore, cost for permits have not been included.
*N/A - this indicates that a given service component or improvement does not currently apply and/or exist.
Source: Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan.
Recommendations. • This section provides recommendations for wastewater treatment
facilities specific to the Northeast Service area depicted on Map 32 and detailed in Table 80 above.
Please refer to Page ES-8 of the Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan for a
summary of recommendations relating to the entire County. The Northeast Service Area
recommendations are as follows:
► Due to potential growth and development along the Highway 74/76 corridor, it is
recommended that a regional pumping station be constructed in the vicinity of the Towns
of Northwest and Sandy Creek. The force main along the Highway 74/76 corridor should
aid with economic development opportunities in this section of the County due to its close
proximity to Wilmington, major highways (current and future), the State Port, and
commercial, industrial and residential development. Sizing of the regional pumping station
and force main should be such that the 2020 demands are satisfied.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 6, Page 104

► The actual time frame for construction of these facilities is base on the priorities of the
County. Minor improvements would be necessary to the Northwest Wastewater Treatment
Plan to accommodate the 2020 projected demands.
Southeast Regional Service Area
Table 81. Brunswick County
Southeast Service Area Wastewater Treatment Existing System and Anticipated Needs (MGD)
Currently
Proposed
System Component
Provided
Improvements
Estimated Cost
Regional Collection System
Regional Pump Stations
None
1
$700,000
Regional Sewers
None
27.4 miles
$10,300,000
Regional Treatment Systems
Water Reclamation System Needed
N/A
5.0 mgd
$32,500,000
Regional Disposal/Utilization System
On -Site Land Application System
None
2,400 acres
$15,300,000
Additional Land Needs
N/A
1,400 Acres
$7,000,000
System Capacity (1)
Wastewater Treatment Capacity
0.40 mgd (2)
5.0 mgd
N/A
Wastewater Disposal/Utilization Capacity
0.40 mgd (2)
5.0 mgd
N/A
Subtotal
$65,800,000
Engineering (15%)
$8,820,000
Contingency (20%)
$11,760,000
Total Cost
$86,380,000
(1) System capacity increases will be dictated by NCDENR permitting; therefore, cost for permits have not been included.
(2) Oak Island owns a non -discharge type wastewater treatment facility that is permitted and rated for 0.40 mgd. The
facility was owned by the former Town of Yaupon Beach and tertiary quality effluent is utilized via spray irrigation and
a rapid infiltration pond.
Source: Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan.
Recommendations.- This section provides recommendations for wastewater treatment
facilities specific to the Southeast Service area depicted on Map 32 and detailed in Table 81 above.
Please refer to Page ES-8 of the Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan for a
summary of recommendations relating to the entire County. The Southeast Service Area
recommendations are as follows:
► Due to the substantial investment necessary to implement a regional wastewater system
in the Southeast Regional Service Area, the first step is to determine the extent of the
wastewater management system needed based on the firm commitments of communities
in the area.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 6, Page 105

The County should engage the area municipal representatives to once again determine
which communities may be interested in a cooperative approach to regional wastewater
management. These discussions may require participation up to the point of developing
specific objectives of the regional system so costs can be prepared. Once these objectives
are determined, a Preliminary Engineering Report or work approaching this level of analysis
will be required.
Timeframes are important since the planning, property acquisition, agreements,
environmental documentation, design, and construction of such systems can take five years
or longer to bring to fruition.
West Regional Service Area
Table 82. Brunswick County
West Service Area Wastewater Treatment Existing System and Anticipated Needs (MGD)
Currently Proposed
System Component Provided Improvements Estimated Cost
Regional Collection System
Regional Pump Stations
3
3
Regional Sewers
35.4 miles
41.0 miles
Regional Treatment Systems
6.0 mgd Expansion
N/A
1
Regional Disposal/Utilization System
On -Site Land Application System
N/A
2,280 acres
Additional Land Needs
N/A
2,280 Acres
System Capacity (1)
Wastewater Treatment Capacity
3.0 mgd
9.0 mgd (2)
Wastewater Disposal/Utilization Capacity
3.0 mgd
9.0 mgd (3)
Subtotal
Engineering (15%)
Contingency (20%)
Total Cost
$0
$600,000
$39,000,000
$19,100,000
$11,400,000
N/A
N/A
$70,100,000
$8,805,000
S 11.740.000
$90,645,000
(1) System capacity increases will be dictated by NCDENR permitting; therefore, cost for permits have not been included.
(2) The West Brunswick Regional Water Reclamation System is currently under construction and should be operational
by early 2006. The first phase under construction is rated at 3.0 mgd. The current site plan accommodates the layout
for a 6.0-mgd facility.
(3) The West Brunswick Reclaimed Water Utilization System is rated for 3.0 mgd. This includes 1.1 mgd of reuse
associated with two golf course communities, Winding River and St. James Plantations, and a County -owned silvicultural
system that can accommodate 1.9 mgd.
Source: Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan.
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Recommendations. This section provides recommendations for wastewater treatment
facilities specific to the West Service area depicted on Map 32 and detailed in Table 82 above.
Please refer to Page ES-8 of the Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan for a
summary of recommendations relating to the entire County. The West Service Area
recommendations are as follows:
► Shallotte's potential participation and interim wastewater service for both Oak Island and
Sunset Beach would deplete the current wastewater management capacity associated with
the West Brunswick Water Reclamation Facility. This is not necessarily a concern, but it
definitely puts pressure and constraints on the intermediate and long-term plans for both
the Southeast and Southwest Regional Service Areas. Discussions and negotiations should
continue with all three of these prospective partners and appropriate Plan of Actions and/or
Preliminary Engineering Reports prepared to address these interim needs.
► 2020 needs of the West Regional Service Area are primarily related to treatment plant
expansion needs and associated reclaimed water utilization sites. The only regional
collection system need is associated with the line that would extend to the Shallotte area.
► Implementing local collection systems will continue to be a challenge unless a West
Brunswick Regional Collection System Plan is developed to identify the specific local area
needs. Although the County can rely on the development community to provide this "infill"
network of sewer systems, there are going to be a number of gaps and possibly some areas
completely unserved.
► Special attention needs to be paid to the development of future reclaimed water utilization
sites in the West Brunswick Service Area. The first phase essentially exhausted the golf
course irrigation opportunities and, unless other reuse opportunities such as residential
lawn irrigation are nurtured, the County may find itself buying more and more land to meet
this need. This is a double negative because of the significant expense to acquire and
develop land application sites and the County loses the opportunity to generate revenue
from the sale of reclaimed water in the future.
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Southwest Regional Service Area
Table 83. Brunswick County
Southwest Service Area Wastewater Treatment Existing System and Anticipated Needs (MGD)
Currently Proposed
System Component Provided Improvements Estimated Cost
Regional Collection System
Regional Pump Stations None 3 $2,400,000
Regional Sewers None 27.3 miles (1) $8,500,000
Regional Treatment Systems
4.8 mgd Upgrade/Expansion
N/A
1
Regional Disposal/Utilization System
Reclaimed Pumping Stations
N/A
1
Reclaimed Distribution System
N/A
26.3 miles
Golf Course Irrigation System
N/A
20
Additional Land Needs
N/A
None
System Capacity (2)
Wastewater Treatment Capacity
1.5 mgd
7.0 mgd (3) .
Wastewater Disposal/Utilization Capacity
5.2 mgd
7.0 mgd (4)
Subtotal
Engineering (15%)
$24,000,000
$1,600,000
$9,900,000
$3,000,000
$0
N/A
N/A
$49,400,000
$7,410,000
Contingency (20%) $9,880,000
Total Cost
$66,690,000
(1) Most, if not all, existing sewers in the region are not suitable to meet the 2020 demands.
(2) System capacity increases will be dictated by NCDENR permitting; therefore, cost for permits have not been included.
(3) Includes the Ocean Isle Beach land application system and estimated utilization rates for courses already designed
and/or permitted for reuse.
(4) The Ocean Isle Beach facility is the only facility in the region that would be suitable for long-term (2025 and beyond)
wastewater management needs.
Source: Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan.
Recommendations: This section provides recommendations for wastewater treatment
facilities specific to the Southwest Service area depicted on Map 32 and detailed in Table 83 above.
Please refer to Page ES-8 of the Brunswick County Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan for a
summary of recommendations relating to the entire County. The Southwest Service Area
recommendations are as follows:
The Preliminary Engineering Report underdevelopment for the Southwest Regional Service
Area will address the immediate needs (2005 — 2010) of the two wastewater treatment
facilities (Sea Trail and Carolina Shores) and the service needs of the Town of Sunset
Beach.
Similar to the Southeast Regional Service Area, firm commitments need to obtained from
prospective participants so that specific regional goals and objectives can be identified and
implemented in the most cost-effective approach possible. The overall regional system
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costs are expensive, but the potential customer base makes the provision of regional
wastewater management possible.
► Although a "Greenfield" wastewater treatment facility may sound attractive, it potentially
can be a much more expensive approach to meeting the service demand needs of the
Southwest Regional Service Area. There are two municipal systems (Shallotte and Ocean
Isle Beach) that offer sufficient sites for regional plants, and incorporation of advance
technologies such as Membrane Bio-Reactors (MBRs) may make the existing Sea Trail and
Carolina Shores treatment system sites viable as components of a decentralized or
distributive treatment system approach. The closer the placement of water reclamation
facilities to the end use of reclaimed water will result in the most cost-effective regional
wastewater management solution. This will save costs associated with pumping
wastewater to facilities and pumping reclaimed water back to the points of use.
► Although there is an abundance of golf courses in the West Brunswick Regional Service
Area where reclaimed water could be utilized, a number of them have exhibited some
reservation about a simple agreement to use reclaimed water for irrigation. Although the
County has an ordinance requiring such, it is apparent that some additional energy and
efforts will be needed to meet the objectives and desires of both parties. The County
should continue to work closely with the golf course managers and superintendents to
ensure that reasonable agreements can be developed and implemented within the next 12
to 18 months.
2. Water Treatment System
As noted above infrastructure needs through FY 2015 have been established based on the
needs of the entire county. The details for improvements outlined within the context of the water
system master plan are as follows: Phase I consists of immediate need requirements which should
be constructed in the next two years. Phase II requirements consist of those requirements
recommended to be constructed prior to 2015 in order to meet projected 2015 maximum day
demands. Phase II has been further divided into Phase IIA to address pipeline needs and Phase
IIB to address pumping stations needs. In addition, Phase III summarizes the requirement to
increase the hydraulic and treatment capacity of the Northwest WaterTreatment Plant to meet the
year 2015 needs projected.
- The lengths of the proposed new mains were scaled from the electronic water distribution
map and are therefore approximate. Pipe sizes should not be reduced or enlarged. On certain
proposed routes, smaller diameters will affect the ability of the system to provide fire protection.
The routes presented for the proposed pipes need not be followed exactly. Field conditions may
dictate that alternate parallel routes be used. The specification of the AWWA should apply to all
new construction. Refer to Table 84 below for a summary of proposed improvements and costs.
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Table 84
Program of Construction
Map Ref.
Size
Length
Estimated
No.
Location
Inch
Feet
Cost
Totals
Phase I - Immediate Needs v
I-1
Bethel Road Loop pipeline
12
10,000
$475,000
I-2
Beach Road parallel line in Calabash
12
8,300
$395,000
I-3
Shallotte interconnection
16
6,600
$495,000
I-4
Dutchman's Acre Tie-in
12
100
$5,000
I-5
River Road/Southport Connection
24
425
$61,000
I-6
Sandpiper Bay Loop Tie-in
12
1,300
$62,000
I-7
Caswell Meter/Piping Modifications
$25,000
Phase I - Subtotal
$1,518,000
Phase IIA -
Pipeline Improvements Needed by 2015
IIA-1
Hwy 211/17 area to Stone Chimney Line
16
2,500
$188,000
IIA-2
Bell Swamp BPS parallel line to Hwy 211/17
30
70,000
$17,875,000
intersection following Highway 17 Bypass
IIA-3
Loop Pipeline from Leland Tank to Highway 17
36
45,700
$13,500,000
along Route 74, Malmo Loop, Colinmintz Road
and NC 87
IIA-4
Leland Tank loop pipeline to tie-in with 36-inch
12
31,400
$1,500,000
pipeline following NC 74 and NC 87
IIA-5
Parallel 30-inch line from NC 17 and 87/17
30
20,000
$4,250,000
intersection to Bell Swamp Pumping Station
IIA-6
Parallel line from Boiling Springs Tank to
24
12,100
$1,750,000
Boiling Springs meter vaults
Phase IIA -
Subtotal
$39,063,000
Phase IIB -
Pumping Station/Storage Improvements Needed by
2015
IIB-1
Additional NW WTP finished water pumps
2
$150,000
IIB-2
Replace BPS10 pumps with higher capacity
2
$150,000
and higher head pumps
IIB-3
Additional Bell Swamp Southwest Booster
2
$150,000
Pumps
IIB-4
Replace 2 pumps with higher capacity and
2
$150,000
higher head pumps at BPS6
IIB-5
New 1MG elevated storage tank
1
$1,750,000
Phase IIB -
Subtotal
$2,350,000
Phase III -
WTP Improvements Needed by 2008
III-1
Upgrade existing Northwest WTP by adding 8
1
$20,000,000
MGD to firm capacity of 24 MGD including
conversion to Superpulsators, additional
dewatering building, ,filters and clearwell
storage, yard piping, electrical, I/C, chemical,
and contingency
Grand Total
$62,931,000
Source: Brunswick County Water System Master Plan.
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3. Public School System
As noted earlier in the plan, Brunswick County currently operates sixteen public schools
including: nine elementary schools, three middle schools, and three high schools. Additionally, the
county operates the Brunswick Learning Center which accommodates grades 6-12. The 2004/2005
combined county school enrollment was 11,167. Based on population forecasts, the county is
expected to have a total population of 142,906 by the year 2025. According to historical trends,
this will result in an increased school age population of 24,294 students.
This increase is a very pressing issue for the County, and must be addressed in conjunction
with existing overcrowding concerns at several existing school sites. Currently six of the County's
sixteen schools are operating over capacity, and this problem is worsening each new school year.
In order to address the school system's future needs, the Brunswick County Board of
Education is currently drafting an updated Long Range Facility Plan. It is anticipated that this plan
will be completed in FY2007. This plan will identify all projected needs in relation to school
capacity, and will acknowledge the growth trends and policies outlined in this land use plan. At
this time, the County Board of Education has plans for the construction of three new schools
through FY2014. Two of these proposed school sites are reflected on the Future Land Use Map
(Map 26). The proposed schools are as follows:
Proposed Construction Regional Location Grade Range Proposed Capacity
Fiscal Year 2008
Holden Beach
K-8
800
Fiscal Year 2009
Northwest
K-8
800
Fiscal Year 2014
Central Brunswick County
9-12 (High School)
1000
4. Transportation
As development continues to move forward throughout Brunswick County, transportation
planning and road improvements are essential to deal with the volume of travelers and commuters.
The County's existing transportation network and proposed improvements have been discussed at
length within the context of this plan. The County's existing transportation system is discussed on
page 5-105, and proposed transportation improvements are discussed on page 6-3. All future road
projects that are included in the current NCDOT Transportation Improvement Plan are shown on
the Future Land Use Map (Map 26, page 6-75). The County will continue to monitor the traffic
situation throughout the County and work with NCDOT to ensure that as development moves
forward citizens are provided with a safe and efficient transportation network.
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One program that the County is utilizing to improve its transportation system is the
Strategic Highway Corridor (SHC) initiative. The SHC initiative represents a timely effort to
preserve and maximize the mobility and connectivity on a core set of highway corridors, while
promoting environmental stewardship through maximizing the use of existing facilities to the extent
possible, and fostering economic prosperity through the quick and efficient movement of people
and goods. The initiative offers NCDOT and its stakeholders an opportunity to consider a long-
term vision when making land use decisions and design and operational decisions on the highway
system. Currently within Brunswick County US Highway 17 is already designated as an SHC, and
NC Highway 87 is under consideration for designation.
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SECTION 7.
TOOLS FOR MANAGING DEVELOPMENT
I. GUIDE FOR LAND USE DECISION MAKING
It is intended that this document be an integral part of the Brunswick County decision making
process concerning future land use. Development of this plan has been closely coordinated with
the development of the Brunswick County Unified Development Ordinance, the Brunswick County
Comprehensive Wastewater Master Plan, February 2006, and the Brunswick County Water Master
Plan (to be completed prior to CRC certification of this document). The UDO and water and sewer
plans are essential tools for the management of development. This document should be consulted
prior to any decision being made by the Brunswick County staff, Planning Board, and/or Board of
Commissioners concerning land use and development. For further explanation on how to use and
implement this document, refer to Section 6.III (page 6-12).
II. EXISTING DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
The existing management program includes the following ordinances: Brunswick County Zoning
Ordinance, Brunswick County Subdivision Ordinance, Brunswick County Airport Height Control
Ordinance, Brunswick County Manufactured Home Park Ordinance, North Carolina State Building
Code, and the National Flood Insurance Program. Preparation of the this Land Use Plan has been
coordinated with the land use related codes.
III. ADDITIONAL TOOLS
Brunswick County will utilize the following additional tools to implement this plan:
► Conduct annual training sessions for the Brunswick County Planning Board and Board of
Adjustment.
► The Planning Department staff, in concert with the Planning Board, shall prepare an annual
report assessing the effectiveness of plan implementation. This report shall be presented
to the Board of Commissioners.
► At a minimum, update the Land Use Plan and implementation process every six to seven
years.
► Through implementation of the UDO, improve the public's review of proposals for
development.
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► Prepare a capital improvements plan/program to address the following county facilities:
water, sewer, stormwater, and transportation. This will be coordinated with the County's
municipalities.
IV. LAND USE PLAN AMENDMENTS
At which time the Brunswick County CAMA Core Land Use Plan needs to be amended, the County
will apply the guidelines for Land Use Plan Amendments under Subchapter 7B, Section 0.400 of the
North Carolina Administrative Code. A brief summary of the County's amendment process is
provided below:
► The Land Use Plan may be amended as a whole by a single resolution or in parts by
successive resolutions. The successive resolution may address geographical sections,
county divisions, or functional units of subject matter. Participating municipalities may
make amendments to the land use plan as it affects their jurisdictions. Some amendments
may require additional background analysis to take place.
► The County/participating municipality must hold a public -hearing of which.the public has
been properly notified. NOTE: Special state public notice and advertising requirements
exist for LUP amendments.
► Copies of the proposed amendment(s) must be available for review at the County's
Planning Department or participating municipalities' primary governmental office during
designated hours.
► The executive secretary or a designated agent of the Coastal Resources Commission shall
be given notice of the public hearing, a copy of the proposed amendment(s), and a reason
for the amendment(s).
► Amendments must be consistent with the Coastal Resources Commission's Land Use
Planning Guidelines (15A NCAC 7B) and, if possible, with the Land Use Plans of adjacent
jurisdictions.
► If possible, the County/participating municipality will adopt the plan amendments
expeditiously following the close of the public hearing.
► The County/participating municipality will provide the executive secretary of the Coastal
Resources Commission with a copy of the amended text or maps, and certification of
adoption within seven days of adoption.
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► Any changes to this plan affecting areas within the jurisdiction of a participating
municipality will not be considered/approved without prior review, support, and
recommendation by the governing body of the affected municipality.
► The advertising cost of amendments to this plan which are not initiated by the Brunswick
County Board of Commissioners will be paid for by the individual, organization, or other
entity requesting the amendment.
V. ACTION PLAN/SCHEDULE
A. Citizen Participation
For the preparation of this plan, Brunswick County and all participating municipalities
adopted a citizen. participation plan. A copy of that plan is included as Appendix I. Following
adoption of this plan, Brunswick County and all participating municipalities will implement the
following to ensure adequate citizen participation:
► The county will encourage public participation in all land use decisions and
procedure development processes and encourage citizen input via its boards and
commissions.
► Brunswick County will advertise all meetings of the county's Planning Board and
Board of Adjustment through newspaper advertisements and public service
announcements.
► Brunswick County will utilize advisory committees to assess and advise the county
on special planning issues/needs.
► The county will, at least annually, conduct a joint meeting of the Brunswick County
Board of Commissioners and the County's Planning Board to identify planning
issues/needs. Involvement of the participating municipalities will be invited.
► All Planning Department activities will be outlined on the county's web -site. The site
will include this plan.
► All public hearings for changes to land use related ordinances that affect AECs shall
include in the notice a specific description of the impact of the proposed change on
the AECs.
► Ensure that the membership of all planning related and ad hoc advisory committees
has a broad cross section of the County's citizenry.
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B. Action Plan/Schedule
The following describes the priority actions that will be taken by Brunswick County and its
participating municipalities to implement this CAMA Core Land Use Plan and the fiscal year(s) in
which each action is anticipated to begin and end. This action plan will be used to prepare the
implementation status report for the CAMA Land Use Plan.
Schedule
Begin
End
Policy References
Implementing Actions
P.1-13.5
Brunswick County will review and revise, if necessary, its UDO and
FY2008
FY2009
P.6-13.15
the participating municipalities will review and revise, if necessary,
P.44-P.55
their UDO, zoning, and subdivision ordinances to address the
P.56-P.68
policies contained in this Land Use Plan.
P.82-P.101
P.16-P.20
A specific development/commercialization plan will be prepared
FY2009
FY2010
for the area surrounding NC 133 and its intersection with the
connection to the Cape Fear Skyway.
P.25-13.40
Brunswick County will designate a staff person to be responsible
FY2008
FY2009
for assembling and organizing a "Conservation Council" which will
be advisory to the County's Planning Board and Board of
Commissioners.
P.25-P.40
Brunswick County will adopt a tree preservation ordinance.
FY2009
FY2010
P.25-P.40
Brunswick County will implement the following programs:
FY2008
FY2010
(1) Develop a "Nature's Classroom Program" in our public school
system for wetlands education.
(2) Coordinate the wetlands education program with Brunswick
County Community College, UNC-W, and other universities.
(3) Develop a volunteer -supported educational program as part of
the NC Cooperative Extension Service.
(4) Create trails and access into natural areas and wetlands.
(5) Expand the program.that cooperates with schools from the
mountains and Piedmont to plan for weekend "Eco-camps" for
students to visit Brunswick County.
(6) Work with the NC Cooperative Extension 4-H to create state-
wide high school program for "eco-education projects."
P.25-P.40
In order to assist in protecting wetlands, Brunswick County will
FY2008
FY2009
accomplish the following:
(1) Prepare policy on wetlands and swamp protection
(2) Create bike paths and/or horse trails adjacent to prime areas
to foster greater awareness.
P.25-13.40
Expand the Brunswick County website with links to local groups
FY2007
FY2008
that focus on beach quality and marine ecology programs.
P.25-P.40
Establish a regional ecotourism board and link with Brunswick
FY2009
FY2010
County resources to unify interests of different groups across the
Cape Fear region.
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Schedule
Begin
End
Policy References
Implementing Actions
P.25-P.40
Establish a contingency/emergency response for an oil spill or
FY2008
FY2009
other beach -related catastrophe.
P.41-P.43
Brunswick County will ensure the UDO supports the following:
FY2008
FY2009
(1) A program of vegetated buffers adjacent to all streams, rivers,
marshes, and estuarine waters in the County.
(2) Accomplish stormwater runoff management in which there is
no more than a 5% runoff increase from pre -development to
post -development conditions.
P.41-P.43
Brunswick County will consider adopting and enforcing a soil
FY2009
FY2010
erosion and sediment control ordinance.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will prepare a detailed community facilities plan
FY2008
FY2009
to address solid waste disposal, law enforcement, emergency
management, recreation, and educational services needs.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will develop a
FY2008
FY2009
County/municipal association to initiate discussion for cooperation
and coordination between local governments for service delivery.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will establish
FY2008
FY2009
a County -wide public utilities board to govern County -wide water
and sewer systems.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will continue to update its comprehensive,
FY2008
FY2010
County -wide water master plan and timeline for development.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will pass an ordinance to prohibit disposal of
FY2008
FY2009
septage and biosolids in the County that originated outside of
Brunswick County, and will implement a County permitting
process for biosolids and septage land application sites.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will maintain a major thrust toward a County-
FY2006
FY2012
wide wastewater system.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will consider revising water and sewer
FY2007
FY2008
extension policies to ensure that public/private cooperation in the
provision of infrastructure to serve new development is
encouraged.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will consider establishing a land banking fund
FY2009
FY2010
into which the County may annually contribute funds for the
purchase of recreation, public access sites, and open space lands.
P.44-P.55
Brunswick County will appoint a public safety study review team
FY2009
FY2010
P.115-P.125
composed of County and municipal citizens and fire, rescue,
emergency medical services personnel and volunteers to evaluate
the recently completed public safety study.
P.44-13.55
Brunswick County will consider the construction of a multi-
FY2008
FY2009
purpose complex for local, regional, and state athletic events,
trade shows and cultural/heritage exhibitions.
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Schedule
Begin
End
Policy References
Implementing Actions
P.44-P.55
The County will continue to research and develop initiatives for
FY2008
FY2010
the construction of the equivalent of two elementary schools and
one middle school
P.56-P.68
Brunswick County will develop a County Transportation
FY2009
FY2011
Improvement Plan to identify transportation needs to meet future
growth. This action will be closely coordinated with the County's
municipalities
P.56-P.68
Brunswick County and its participating municipalities will require,
FY2008
FY2009
where reasonably possible, the utilization of frontage roads in
non-residential developments along federal and state major
highways.
P.69-P.81
Brunswick County will monitor development proposals for
FY2007
FY2008
compliance with Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and will
continue to enforce local land use ordinances to regulate
development of freshwater swamps, marshes, and 404 wetlands.
P.69-P.81
Brunswick County will regulate floating homes through
FY2008
FY2009
preparation of a local ordinance.
P.82-P.101
As a result of comments made to the CRC by Tom Reeder at the
FY2009
FY2010
NC Division of Water Quality regarding current stormwater rules
being inadequate in addressing water quality impacts to public
trust waters, the County will consider revising current impervious
surface requirements.
P.102-P.105
To support historic preservation, Brunswick County will create a
FY2009
FY2010
Brunswick County historical placard.
P.106-P.114
Brunswick County supports the following implementing action for
FY2007
FY2008
the Town of Belville: Incorporate the recommended Town of
Belville Master Plan prepared by the Lawrence Group, to be
approved in 2007 by the Belville Board of Commissioners.
P.115-P.125
The County will develop a specific capital improvements plan with
FY2009
FY2010
emphasis placed on services and facilities which affect growth and
development
P.126-P.129
Brunswick County will adopt a minimum housing code.
FY2008
FY2009
C. Policy Analysis Matrix
The policy analysis matrix outlined in Table 85 specifies how each policy within this plan
relates to the Land Use Plan Management topics defined by NCAC 7B. This matrix was compiled
by reviewing each policy, and making a determination on how each policy impacts the six
management topics. This table was established based on input throughout the planning process.
Additionally, the results of this analysis has been reviewed and approved by the Land Use Plan
Committee.
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Table 85. Brunswick County Policy Analysis Matrix - Land Use Plan Management Topics
Policy Benchmarks
— Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental
(D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
Public Access:
P.1
B
B
N
N
N
B
P.2
B
N
N
N
N
B
P.3
B
B
N
N
N
B
PA
B
N
N
N
N
B
P.5
B
B
N
N
N
B
Land Use Compatibility:
P.6
N
B
N
N
N
B
P.7
N
B
N
N
N
B
P.8
B
B
B
B
N
B
P.9
B
B
B
N
N
B
P.10
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.11
N
B
B
B
B
B
P.12
B
B
113
IN
IN
B
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Policy Benchmarks — Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental (D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
. preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
. development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety -
P.13
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.14
N
B
B
B
B
N
P.15
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.16
N -
B
B
N
N
B
P.17
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.18
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.19
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.20
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.21
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.22
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.23
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.24
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.25
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.26
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.27
N
B
B
N
B
B
Brunswick County
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Policy Benchmarks
— Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental
(D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
P.28
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.29
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.30
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.31
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.32
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.33
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.34
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.35
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.36
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.37
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.38
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.39
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.40
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.41
N
B
B
B
B
B
P.42
N
B
B
B
B
B
Brunswick County
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Policy Benchmarks — Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental (D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics'
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
. locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water'
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
P.43
N
B
B
B
B
B
Infrastructure Carrying
Capacity:
P.44
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.45
N
N
B
N
B
B
P.46
N
N
B
N
B
B
P.47
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.48
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.49
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.50
N
B
B
N
B
N
P.51
N
N
B
N
N
N
P.52
B
N
B
N -
B
N.
P.53
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.54
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.55
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.56
N
B
B
N
N
B
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 7 Pa a 10

Policy Benchmarks
— Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental
(D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
P.57
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.58
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.59
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.60
N
N
B
B
N
B
P.61
B
B
B
N
N
B
P.62
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.63
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.64
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.65
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.66
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.67
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.68
N
N
B
B
N
B
Natural Hazards:
P.69
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.70
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.71
N
N
N
B
N
B
Brunswick County
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Policy Benchmarks — Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental (D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
access locations
related to impacts of
land use and
services being available in
required locations at adequate
that reduce vulnerability
to natural hazards
and measures that
abate impacts that
scenic areas
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
. preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
P.72
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.73
N
B
N
B
N
B
P.74
N
B
N
B
B
B
P.75
N
B
N
B
N
B
P.76
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.77
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.78
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.79
N
B
B
B
B
B
P.80
N
B
B
B
B
B
P.81
N
B
B
B
B
B
Water Quality:
P.82
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.83
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.84
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.85
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.86
N
N
N
N
B
B
Brunswick County
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Policy Benchmarks
— Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental
(D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
P.87
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.88
N
N
B
N
B
B
P.89
N
N
B
B
B
B
P.90
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.91
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.92
N
B
B
N
B
B
P.93
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.94
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.95
N
N
B
N
B
B
P.96
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.97
N
N
N
B
B
B
P.98
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.99
N
N
N
N
B
B
P.100
N
N
B
N
B
B
P.101
N
N
N
N
B
B
Brunswick County
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Policy Benchmarks — Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental (D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capacity
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the.
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
Local Concerns:
P.102
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.103
N
B
N
N
B
B
P.104
B
N
N
N
B
B
P.105
B
N
N
N
B
B
P.106
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.107
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.108
B_
N
N
N
N
B
P.109
B
N
N
N
B
B
P.110
B
N
N
N
B
B
P.111
N
N
N
N
N
B
P.112
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.113
N
B
N
N
N
B
P.114
N
B
B
N
N
B
P.115
N
N
B
N
N
B
P.116
N
N
B
N
N
B
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 7, Pa-e 14

Policy Benchmarks
— Indicate whether the policy is beneficial (B), neutral (N), or detrimental
(D)
Infrastructure Carrying
Management Topics
Public Access
Land Use Compatibility
Capaciiy
Natural Hazards
Water Quality
Local Concerns
• more planned access
• reduction in habitat
• water, sewer, and other key
• land uses and
• land use and
• preservation of
locations
loss and fragmentation
community facilities and
development patterns
development criteria
cultural, historic, and
• upgrades to existing
related to impacts of
services being available in
that reduce vulnerability
and measures that
scenic areas
access locations
land use and
required locations at adequate
to natural hazards
abate impacts that
• support of economic
• increase pedestrian
development
capacities to support planned
• land uses and
degrade water quality
development
access
• reduction of water
community growth and
development patterns
• coordinate water
• development of
• comply with state access
resource and water
development patterns
that take into account
quality efforts with
human resources
standards to enhance
quality degradation
• during construction of
the existing and planned
Brunswick County
• preservation of the
opportunities for state
• balance growth demands
infrastructure systems,
capacity of evacuation
County's rural
funding
with protection of the
AECs and other fragile
infrastructure
character
environment
areas should be protected
• minimize development in
• decrease residential
• transportation improvements
floodplains, AECs,
density within County
should support the efficiency
wetlands, and other
Land Use and
of traffic flow and pedestrian
fragile areas
Development Policies
safety
P.117
N
N
B
B
B
B
P.118
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.119
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.120
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.121
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.122
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.123
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.124
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.125
N
N
N
B
N
B
P.126
N
B
N
B
N
B
P.127
N
B
B
B
N
B
P.128
N
B
N
B
N
B
P.129
N
B
B
B
N
B
Brunswick County
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Notes to Policy Ana/ysis Matrix:
1. Public Access
PA - P.5: These policies address public access within Brunswick County. The policies are intended
to improve or expand public shoreline access facilities. All NC CAMA standards 15 NCAC 7M Section
.0300 for shoreline access will be satisfied.
2. Land Use Compatibility
P.6, P.7, P.11, and P.13: Brunswick County supports the provision of a diversified and affordable
standard housing supply. These policies are considered to support that objective.
P.8 - P.10, P.14 - P.19, and P.31: Brunswick County supports the concept of "smart growth"
(Section 6.III.B., page 6-15). Both this land use plan and the Brunswick County Unified
Development Ordinance support the "smart growth" concept. These policies reflect that support.
P.12: Brunswick County desires to increase/improve the tools which it has at its access to regulate
and respond to increasing development. The ability to impose impact fees is believed to be an
essential tool for the county.
P.20: This policy is potentially detrimental if appropriate mitigative actions are not undertaken to
offset any negative environmental impacts.
P.21, P.23, and P.24: Brunswick County is supportive of industrial development which will mitigate,
and eliminate or reduce negative environmental impacts.
P.22: Improvements in county educational efforts are crucial to the development of a stable
industrial base.
P.25 - P.40: All of these policies are intended to protect Brunswick County's sensitive coastal and
inland environment. These policies also support the "smart growth" concept (see Section 6.III. B.,
page 6-15). It is intended that the conservation policies reflect Brunswick County's strong
commitment to environmental protection.
P.41 - P.43: These policies are intended to support the protection and improvement of water
quality within Brunswick County. Please refer to Section 5.II. C., page 5-62, and Section 5.III. B.,
page 5-81. .
Brunswick County
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3. Infrastructure Carrying Capacity (includes. Transportation)
P.44 - P.55: All of the infrastructure carrying capacity policies are indicated to be beneficial.
However, it is acknowledged that the provision of infrastructure will require construction in some
environmentally sensitive areas. Mitigative actions will be required. Please refer to Section 6.V.E.
and Section 6.V.F., Land Demand and Carrying Capacity Discussions.
P.56 - P.68: All of the transportation policies are identified as beneficial. The provision of
adequate transportation systems is crucial to Brunswick County's future. The provision of
transportation systems adequate to accommodate future growth will require construction in some
environmentally sensitive areas. Mitigative actions will be required. Please refer to Section 6. I.E.,
page 6-3, and 6.V. E. and F., Land Demand and Carrying Capacity Discussions.
4. Natural Hazards
P.69 - P.78: Brunswick County has extensive natural hazard areas. This plan endeavors to
recognize those areas. Please refer to 5.II., Natural Systems Analysis.
P.79 - P.81: These policies which respond to natural hazard concerns are also intended to protect
water quality and environmentally sensitive areas.
S. Water Quality
P.82 - P.101: Protection/improvement of water quality in Brunswick County is a significant
concern. Please refer to Section 5.II.C., page 5-62, and Section 5.III.B., page 5-81.
Implementation of infrastructure carrying capacity policies, page 6-38, will support improved water
quality. In addition, implementation of P.86 will aid in the restoration of water quality of the
Lockwood Folly River,. as well as other estuarine waters in the County.
6. Areas of Local Concern
P.102 - P.105: These policies will preserve Brunswick County's important historic and cultural
resources. In addition, implementation of P.104 will aid in protecting the environmentally sensitive
Green Swamp.
P.106 - P.110, P.112, P.113, and P.114: These policies reflect Brunswick County's desire to have
a strong and diversified economy.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 7, Page 17

P.111: This policy could be detrimental if mitigative. action is not taken to offset possible expansion
of employment opportunities in "all areas of the. county." The location of employment
opportunities must be considered.
P.115 and P.116: Implementation of these policies will provide needed public services and address
sensitive environmental issues.
P.117: Policy 117 is potentially detrimental because the construction of central water and sewer
facilities may extend through environmentally sensitive areas. Appropriate mitigative actions must
be taken by the county.
P.118 - P.125: These policies support education and support general services which are essential
to address general health and human service needs.
P.126: This policy supports preservation of the county's cultural and historic resources.
P.127, P.129: These policies are required to ensure a diverse and affordable housing supply.
P.128: This policy supports the natural hazards policies. Please refer to the natural hazard
policies, page 6-46.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 7, Page 18

SECTION 8.
HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
Brunswick County prepared its own Hazard Mitigation Plan which was adopted by the county on
October 4,2004, and subsequently approved by the Federal Emergency Management Agency. The
municipalities participating in this plan support the County's hazard mitigation plan. The Hazard
Mitigation goals, objectives, and mitigation actions are included as Appendix III. The plan in its
entirety is available for public review at the Brunswick County Planning Department, and is
incorporated herein by reference.
Brunswick County
CAMA Core Land Use Plan 11/30/07 Section 8, Page 1

APPENDIX I
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
PREPARATION OF A MULTI -JURISDICTION CORE LAND USE PLAN
PHASE I
Brunswick County has received a Coastal Area Management Act grant for preparation of a Multi
Jurisdictional Core Land Use Plan. Adequate citizen participation in the development of the plan is
essential to the preparation of a document responsive to the needs of the citizens of Brunswick County.
To ensure such input, the following citizen participation program will be utilized by the county.
The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners will appoint a Brunswick County Land Use Plan
Committee (LUPC) to work with the county's planning consultant to ensure that the final product will
be a plan suitable for adoption by the county, as well as the participating municipalities. The committee
will include representatives from the County Board of Commissioners and one person representing each
of the municipalities that will participate in the county planning process.
Specifically, the planning consultant and the LUPC will be responsible for ensuring accomplishment
of the following:
Conduct initial orientation session with project team; develop and adopt the Citizen
Participation Plan; conduct public information meeting; and conduct a county -wide
meeting to identify community aspirations, issues, and needs. In addition, prepare
analysis of existing and emerging conditions; prepare existing land use map and existing
facilities & infrastructure map; review analysis of existing and emerging conditions and
existing environmental conditions and hazards; complete analysis of community
facilities.
Finalize forecast of future land use needs; prepare composite environmental conditions
map; prepare/review land suitability analysis and map; review existing CAMA plan,
local regulations, and other plan documents.
Prepare and complete preliminary plan including all participating municipalities,
transportation corridor areas (US 17 and US 74/76), a stormwater management plan, and
a resource conservation management action plan for the non -municipal or corridor areas.
The following schedule will be utilized for Phase I:
November, 2004
Conduct public information meeting.
Board of Commissioners adopt the Citizen Participation Plan.
— Conduct initial meeting with LUPC and review Citizen Participation Plan and
process for preparing the land use plan.
Conduct county -wide issues identification meeting.

2. December, 2004- June, 2005 — Prepare preliminary draft land use plan which will
include analysis of existing conditions, land suitability analysis, and study area and
highway corridor plans. Conduct monthly meetings with the LUPC.
3. July, 2005 — Present draft plan to the Planning Board and Board of Commissioners.
4. August, 2005 — Conduct open house; present plan to the Board of Commissioners.
All meetings of the LUPC and Board of Commissioners at which the Plan will be discussed will be
advertised in a local newspaper. The public information meeting, county -wide meeting, and public
hearing will also be advertised in local newspapers. In addition, public service announcements will be
mailed to local radio stations and posted in the county complex and other public buildings as directed
by the LUPC and Board of Commissioners. All meetings will be open to the public. The county will
encourage and consider all economic, social, ethnic and cultural viewpoints. No major non-English
speaking groups are known to exist in Brunswick County.
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APPENDIX I
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
PREPARATION OF A MULTI -JURISDICTIONAL CORE LAND USE PLAN
PHASE II
Brunswick County has received a Coastal Area Management Act grant for preparation of a Core Land
Use Plan, Phase II. Adequate citizen participation in the development of the plan is essential to the
preparation of a document responsive to the needs of the citizens of Brunswick County. To ensure
such input, the following citizen participation program will be utilized by the County.
The Brunswick County Board of Commissioners has appointed a Brunswick County Land Use Plan
Committee (LUPC) to work with the County's planning consultant to ensure that the final product will
be a plan suitable for adoption by the County.
Specifically, in Phase II the planning consultant and the LUPC will be responsible for ensuring
accomplishment of the following:
• Adopt and implement Citizen Participation Plan for Phase II.
• Revise preliminary plan based on public review.
• Complete plan for the future (including future land use map and tools for managing
development).
• Present the draft plan to the Board of Commissioners.
• Submit plan to state/DCM for review; provide plan to adjacent jurisdictions for review;
conduct public information hearings.
• Review plan based on state and local review; conduct public hearing; request the
Board of Commissioners to adopt the plan; submit for CRC certification.
The following schedule will be utilized for Phase II:
1. August - September, 2005
— Update Citizen Participation Plan
Begin preparation of Phase II portion of LUP
2. October, 2005 - January, 2006
— Hold monthly or bi-monthly meetings with LUPC
— Revise preliminary plan based on public review
3. February, 2006 — Provide plan to adjacent jurisdictions to review
4. March, 2006 — Submit plan (with any revisions) to the Brunswick County Board of
Commissioners for review and preliminary approval
5., April, 2006 — Submit draft plan to state for DCM review
6. May, 2006
— Revise plan based on state and local review
Conduct public hearing for Board of Commissioners to adopt plan
Submit to CRC for certification

All meetings of the Brunswick County LUPC, Planning Board, and Board of Commissioners at which
the Plan will be discussed will be advertised in a local newspaper. The public hearing will also be
advertised in local newspapers. In addition, public service announcements will be posted in the
County complex and other public buildings as directed by the LUPC and Board of Commissioners. All
meetings will be open .to the public. The County will encourage and consider all economic, social,
ethnic and cultural viewpoints. No major non-English speaking groups are known to exist in Brunswick
County.
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APPENDIX II
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
2004-2006 CAMA CORE LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
ABSENTEE PROPERTY OWNER SURVEY RESULTS
1. Brunswick County needs to expand public access and recreational facilities and programs to its
citizens/DroDerty owners.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
608
141
91
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
81
26
8
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
4
3
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
11
4
1
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
53
22
15
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
61
1 45
16
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
818
241
131
2. Brunswick County should increase its economic development efforts and provide incentives, where
feasible, in an effort to attract more lobs and businesses to the county.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
561
138
1 141
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
87
18
10
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
6
1
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
10
4
2
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
60
10
20
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
74
24
24
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
798
195
197
3. In light of the recent increased restrictions regarding stormwater runoff control currently being
implemented in a majority of counties and municipalities across the state, Brunswick County should
continue its pro active approach to stormwater control.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
676
128
36
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
86
25
4
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
5
2
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
13
1
2-
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
72
11
7
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
108
10
4
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
960
177
53
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4. Brunswick County should limit scattered/sprawling subdivision activity.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
567
156
117
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
65
30
20
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
3
4
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
6
5
1 5
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
63
16
11
St James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
95
17
10
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
799
228
163
5. Brunswick County should protect residential districts from encroaching commercial and industrial
development.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
684
86
70
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
97
9
9
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
5
1
1
Belville
Agree
No opinion::[Disagree
10
3
1 3
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
73
13
4
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
104
12
6
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
973
124
93
6. Brunswick County should increase its efforts to improve surface water quality (i.e., creeks, marshes,
estuarine areas).
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
1
Disagree
731
80
29
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
94
16
5
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
5
2
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
10
4
2
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
65
17
8
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
102
15
5
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
1007
134
49
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7. Brunswick County is taking the proper steps to preserve the historic character of the county and existing
commercial areas.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
331
426
83
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
37
70
8
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
2
5
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
6
6
4
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
29
54
7
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
54
61
7
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
459
622
109
8. Brunswick County is takinq adequate steps to protect its Areas of Environmental Concern.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
342
368
1 130
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
35
65
15
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
3"
4
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
4
10
2
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
31
44
15
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
37
78
7
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
452
569
169
9. Brunswick County should work to provide affordable owner -occupied housing in an effort to expand the
percents a of owner -occupied housing units.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
390
232
215
Boiling Spiing Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
61
35
19
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
4
3
0
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
3
9
4
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
43
23
24
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
40
37
45
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
541
339
307
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10. Brunswick County should requlate commercial strip development.
Brunswick County
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
686
1 93
58
Boiling Spring Lakes
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
93
14
8
Northwest
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
4
1 2
1
Belville
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
7
5
4
Carolina Shores
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
82
3
5
St. James
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
107
9
6
Combined Total
Agree
No Opinion
Disagree
979
126
82
11. The following issues were identified during the development of the county's 2004 Brunswick Tomorrow
Vision Statement. Absentee property owners as identified by Brunswick County tax records were asked
to rank each issue identified from 1 to 10, with 1 being the most important need and 10 being the least
important need. Following are the results of the ranking by absentee property owners for each
participating municipality and the county.
BRUNSWICK COUNTY
SCORE
KEY ISSUE
RANK
2994
Sewage problems/sewage solutions
1
3446 .
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment
2
3478
Responsible managed growth
3
3555
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and
4
.
future generations
3730
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure
5
4128
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage
6
4174
Unplanned commercial strip development
7
4432
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity
8
4719
Expand employment opportunities
9
6016
Improve the availability of affordable housing
10
BELVILLE
SCORE
KEY ISSUE
RANK
41
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and
.1
future generations
49
Sewage problems/sewage solutions
2
53
Responsible managed growth
3
53
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage
4
58
Expand employment opportunities
5
61
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity
6
61
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment
7
62
Unplanned commercial strip development
8
65
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure
9
102
Improve the availability of affordable housing
10
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BOILING SPRING LAKES
SCORE
KEY ISSUE
RANK
323
Sewage problems/sewage solutions
1
410
Responsible managed growth
2
411
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and
3
future generations
498
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment
4
508
Unplanned commercial strip development
5
544
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity
6
550
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage
7
576
Expand employment opportunities
8
577
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure
9
712
Improve the availability of affordable housing
10
CAROLINA SHORES
SCORE
KEY ISSUE
RANK
341
Responsible managed growth
1
361
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and
2
future generations
362
Sewage problems/sewage solutions
3
421
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment
4
444
Unplanned commercial strip development
5
452
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure
6
477
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage
7
478
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity
8
511
Expand employment opportunities
9
663
Improve the availability of affordable housing
10
NORTHWEST
SCORE
KEY ISSUE
RANK
16
Sewage problems/sewage solutions
1
18
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and
2
future generations
24
Expand employment opportunities
3
33
Responsible managed growth
4
34 .
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage
5
35
Brunswick County should protect its natural environment
6
36
Improve the availability of affordable housing
7
37
Unplanned commercial strip development
8
48
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure
9 .
49
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity
10
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SE JAMES
SCORE
KEY ISSUE
RANK
411
Responsible managed growth
1
515
Sewage problems/sewage solutions
2
522
Unplanned commercial strip development
3
530
Concern with stormwater runoff and drainage
4
534
Brunswick County.should protect its natural environment
5
586
Brunswick County should promote quality education for present and
6
future generations
593
Preserve and protect wetlands from development pressure
7
613
Scattered and sprawling subdivision activity
8
831
Expand employment opportunities
9
1007
Improve the availability of affordable housing
10
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APPENDIX III
11 MitlgatlonActian PI'anr
This section of the Plan summarizes study conclusions, outlines community goals and
objectives, and describes the action plan to reduce community vulnerability to the effects of
natural hazards in Brunswick County. Mitigation objectives are designed to support community
goals while further defining the parameters for development of mitigation actions. Mitigation
actions describe specific steps that are to be undertaken to achieve the stated objectives.
Mitigation actions are intended to serve as benchmarks for evaluating progress on plan
implementation.
A. Study Conclusions
With limited financial and staff resources to dedicate to hazard mitigation, it is essential that
those hazards with the highest likelihood of occurrence and the greatest potential impact
receive immediate attention. Through hazard identification and analysis and -vulnerability
assessment, it has been determined that Brunswick County and the participating municipalities
of Bolivia, Calabash, Navassa, St. James, and Varnamtown are susceptible to the impact of
certain natural hazards as summarized at the conclusion of Appendix A Hazard Identification
and Analysis.
Through the hazard mitigation planning process, the cooperating governmental units
determined that the Brunswick County area is not at risk for tsunamis or volcanoes and that
there is "low" risk of dam and levee failures, earthquakes, and landslides and sinkholes. Five
hazards were rated "moderate" risk riverine erosion, droughts and heat waves, severe storms
and tornadoes, wildfires, and winter storms/freezes. Hurricanes and coastal storms, coastal
erosion, and floods were rated as a "high" risk.
Moderate and High Hazard Threats
Droughts and Heat Waves
In general, communities can have little influence or impact on mitigating the impact of
droughts/heat waves on the local government level except through ensuring adequate water
supplies for normal circumstances and through implementation of water conservation
measures when drought conditions are imminent. Similarly, heat waves have wide ranging
effects that are almost impossible to combat on a level government level. Communities,
therefore, depend upon State and Federal agencies for assistance.
Floods
Flooding is often associated with hurricanes and coastal storms (most often general
flooding) as well as with severe summer. storms (typically flash flooding). Floods are the
easiest hazard to quantify and isolate as flooding occurs only in known locations. The
severity of a flood is generally dependent upon the amount of rainfall and prior soil
conditions (including ground cover). Flood hazard vulnerability can be decreased through
adoption and enforcernum U1 luccil land utju legulations and thrupgh Cuoyelative,
regional
efforts to ensure that upstream jurisdictions are not contributing to downstream flooding
problems.
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High Winds (Severe Storms/Tornadoes and Hurricanes/Coastal Storms)
Severe storms and tornadoes as well as hurricanes and coastal storms present high wind
hazards. This hazard is mainly combated through building codes and construction..
Enforcement of the current State building code and enhancement of the code in regards to
wind resistance will prove the most beneficial in addressing high winds.
Riverine Erosion
Riverine erosion has the potential to impact properties located along Lockwood Folly River,
Cape Fear River, Shallotte River and Little River. Other properties located along major
tributaries to these rivers may also be at risk.
Coastal Erosion
Coastal erosion is limited to a small portion of study area, specifically locations along the
Atlantic Ocean coastline and those in close proximity to the mouth of the Cape Fear River.
The locations are susceptible to storm surges associated with hurricanes and coastal
storms.
Wildfires
Fortunately, wildfires in North Carolina, although frequent, are not normally a serious threat
to large areas as is the case in western states where dry weather conditions and large
expanses of timber increase the likelihood and extent of the impact of a wildfire. The North
Carolina Division of Forest Resources has the responsibility for protecting state and privately
owned forest land from wildfires. The program is managed on a cooperative basis with all
one hundred counties in the State. The State fire program emphasizes fire prevention
efforts; pre -suppression activities (including extensive training of personnel); aggressive
suppression efforts on all wildfires; and law enforcement follow-up.
Winter Storms and Freezes
Local governments also look to the State and to private utility companies for leadership in
dealing with winter storms/freezes. The typical effects of snow and ice accumulation - loss
of electrical power, phone, and cable service and treacherous road conditions - can be only
minimally addressed at the local level. (The exceptions would be larger cities which have
more snow/ice removal equipment and manpower and governments that own the local
electrical distribution system.)
Statement of Commitment to Mitigating Impacts of Natural Hazards
Based on this analysis, the primary responsibility of the participating local governments should
be to take immediate and sustained action to reduce the level of vulnerability of people and
property to future flooding and erosion and to consider, at a lower priority, how to address the
threat of damage from high winds. Thus, the elected and appointed leadership and the citizens
of Brunswick County and the participating municipalities commit to engage in activities and
practices, both as individuals and as members of the larger community of Brunswick County, to,
mitigate the impacts of future natural hazards with particular emphasis on mitigating the effects
of flooding and secondarily on mitigating the effects of high winds, as practicable at the local
government level.
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B. Community Goals
The primary goal of all local governments is to promote the public health, safety, and welfare of
the citizens of the community. In keeping with this standard, Brunswick County and the
participating municipalities have developed four goal statements for local hazard mitigation
planning. Each goal, purposefully broad in nature, serves to establish parameters that were
used in developing more specific objectives and mitigation actions. Consistent implementation
of objectives and actions will over time ensure that community goals are achieved.
Goal #1 Protect the public health, safety and welfare by increasing public awareness of
hazards and by encouraging collective and individual responsibility for mitigating
hazard risks.
Goal #2 Improve technical capability to respond to hazards and to improve the
effectiveness of hazard mitigation actions. `
Goal #3 Enhance existing or create new policies and ordinances that will help reduce the
damaging effects of natural hazards.
Goal #4 Protect the most vulnerable populations, buildings, and critical facilities through
the implementation of cost-effective and technically feasible mitigation actions.
C. Mitigation Obiectives
Mitigation objectives are designed to support community goals while further defining parameters
for development of mitigation actions. Objectives are numbered to correspond with the goal that
each supports.
Objective 1.1 The County and municipalities will engage in activities and practices that
will help mitigate the impacts of natural hazards.
Objective 1.2 The County and municipalities will implement a. public awareness
campaign to educate citizens of the possible hazards associated with
locating in floodplains and of measures that can be taken to lessen
impacts of future floods.
Objective 1.3 The County and municipalities will work to ensure that emergency
services are adequate to protect public health and safety.
Objective 2.1 The County and municipalities will work together to develop policies that
limit the provision of public services (water and sewer) to proposed new
development in flood hazard areas.
Objective 2.2 Brunswick County will continue to evaluate participation in the Community
Rating System to help monitor hazard mitigation efforts and to improve
RRiee fer citizens.
Objective 3.1 The County and municipalities will continue to ensure future development
occurs in such a way as to protect wetlands, floodplains, and other
natural features that serve to reduce flood hazard susceptibility.
Objective 3.2 The County and municipalities will enforce National Flood Insurance
Program (NFIP) development standards and also study additional
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methods that would help prevent increases in flood velocities and levels
that endanger both people and property. (Some of the municipalities will
be .adopting flood damage prevention regulations for the first time by
November 1, 2004 as required by NCEM/FEMA.)
Objective 4.1 The County and municipalities will continue to restrict development, as
practicable, in known or predictable pathways of natural hazards such as
in identified floodplains. Where hazard locations cannot be predicted, as
in the case of hurricane force winds, the County and municipalities will
continue to ensure that new structures are built to be as resilient as
possible to the impacts of a natural hazard.
Objective 4.2 While recognizing that property owners have the constitutional right to put
land to an economically viable use, the County and participating
municipalities will honor this right while working to limit development in
areas that may cause emergency workers to put lives at risk to rescue
someone from a structure knowingly built in a hazardous area.
D. Mitigation Actions
The Brunswick County mitigation actions are outlined in Table II-1. These are the mitigation
actions that are to be undertaken by the County as the lead agency with the municipalities
serving in a supporting role where appropriate. Each municipality also has a separate,
specific set of mitigation actions that will be undertaken at the municipal level. Municipal
Mitigation Action Plans are shown in alphabetical order in Tables II-2 through II-6.
Mitigation actions were developed with an eye toward reducing vulnerability to all natural
hazards that can be addressed in a practicable way at the local level. The listed actions do,
however, primarily focus on ways Brunswick County and the municipalities can act to lessen
and, ideally, eventually eliminate repetitive flood losses and prevent future flood losses from
inappropriate new development.
Mitigation actions were developed and prioritized by County and town staff responsible for
implementation of the specific action. The planning team reviewed the results of the hazard
identification and analysis; vulnerability assessment; and the community capability
assessment in determining which mitigation actions should be undertaken. The County and
towns also worked together to determine:
1. Cost effectiveness, i.e., do returns or savings produced by implementation of the
action outweigh the cost.of implementation?
2. Environmental impact, i.e., are actions designed to protect environmentally fragile
areas as natural stormwater storage areas? and
3. Technically feasibility, i.e., can the action be undertaken by the County/towns using -
current staff and local funds, State, or Federal funds, or do other funding sources
need to be identified?
The County and towns categorized actions as low,, moderate or high priority based on
assessment of the need for the specific action, the projected cost of implementation, the
potential beneficial effects from implementation of the action, and available funding sources.
The implementation years — between 2004 and 2009 — were determined using projected
resources (personnel, vehicles, etc.) and operating funds. As discussed under Study
Conclusions,, the planning team determined that -some potential actions were more
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appropriately addressed at the State level due to long established priorities and
responsibilities assumed by the State of North Carolina and local governments.
In developing actions, the County and municipalities relied on the following six mitigation
policy categories provided.by FEMA:
Preventive (P) Measures
Preventive measures are intended to keep hazard problems from getting worse.
They are particularly effective in reducing a community's future vulnerability,
especially in areas where development has not occurred or where capital
improvements have not been substantial. Examples of prevention measures include:
(a) Comprehensive land use planning
(b) Zoning regulations
(c) Subdivision regulations
(d) Open space preservation
(e) Building code
(f) Floodplain development regulations
(g) Stormwater management
2. Property Protection (PP) Measures
Property protection measures protect existing structures by modifying the building to
withstand hazardous events, or removing structures from hazardous locations.
Examples of property protection measures include:
(a) Building relocation
(b) Acquisition and clearance
(c) Building elevation
(d) Barrier installation
(e) Building retrofit
3. Natural Resource (NR) Protection
Natural resource protection activities reduce the impact of natural hazards by
preserving or restoring natural areas and their mitigative functions. Such areas
include floodplains, wetlands, and dunes. Parks, recreation or conservation
agencies and organizations often implement these measures. Examples include:
(a) Wetland protection
(b) Habitat protection
(c) Erosion and sedimentation control
(d) Best management practices (BMPs)
(e) Stream dumping
(f) Forestry practices
4. Emergency Services (ES) Measures
Although not typically considered a mitigation technique, emergency service,
measures do minimize the impact of a hazard event on people and property. These
commonly are actions taken immediately prior to, during, or in response to a hazard
event. Examples include:
(a) Hazard warning system
(b) Emergency response plan
(c) Critical facilities protection
(d) Health and safety maintenance
(e) Post -disaster mitigation
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5. Structural Projects (S)
Structural mitigation projects are intended to lessen the impact of a hazard by
modifying the environmental natural progression of the hazard event. The projects
are usually designed by engineers and managed or maintained by public works staff.
Examples include:
(a) Reservoirs, retention and detention basins
(b) Levees and floodwalls
(c) Channel modifications
(d) Channel maintenance
6. Public Information Activities (PI) Activities
Public information and awareness activities are used to advise residents, business
owners, potential property buyers, and visitors about hazards, hazardous areas, and
mitigation techniques that the public can use to protect themselves and their
property. Examples of measures to education and inform the public include:
(a) Map information
(b) Outreach projects
(c) Library
(d) Technical Assistance
(e) Real estate disclosure
(f) Environmental education
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Mitigation Action Tables - Explanation of Columns and Acronyms
Columns
Action #
Action # corresponds to FEMA mitigation policy categories listed above.
Action
Description of action to be undertaken. Where applicable, CRS category is
referenced (Brunswick County). Note: An explanation of CRS activities is
included in Tables II-7 — II-10.
Hazard
Hazard which the action addresses.
Objective(s) Addressed
Reference to the numbered objective which the action supports.
Relative Priority
Low, moderate or high priority for funding and implementation.
Funding Sources
State and Federal sources of funds are noted, where applicable.
Responsible Party
Staff department responsible for undertaking the action. Note: The Brunswick
County Board of Commissioners and the individual Town boards have ultimate
authority to approve any policy, program or regulation revisions.
Acronyms
CRS — Community Rating System
EMS - Brunswick County Emergency Management Services
FEMA - Federal Emergency Management Agency
GIS - Brunswick County Geographic Information Services
NCDENR - North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural
Resources
NCDOT - North Carolina Department of Transportation
NCEM - North Carolina Division of Emergency Management
NRCS - Natural Resource Conservation Services
PD - Brunswick County Planning and Development Department
U - Brunswick County Utilities Department
USAC — US Army Corp of Engineers
Target Completion Date
.Date by which the action should be completed.
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
11. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 ll-7

Tablel°ll ..Brunswick Cou"`' Mitr ation pcfons Ortle d b Action
y 9 r�
Y
Action #,
- _
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Oti ie ties
J$
a af' e
u di
Rc i ble
sports
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Prlorit
Y� y
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Prevention'. —Actions:-::
=':r
Set up program to advise/assist property owners
in retrofitting homes, businesses, and institutional
P-1
facilities. (Retrofitting is, defined as any
All
1:1
Moderate
FEMA
BC
On -going
modification to an existing building or yard to
Local
BI
protect the property from flood damage.) (CRS
320
Continue/expand efforts to partner with area utility
P-2
districts to encourage proper development of
All
2.1
Moderate
Local
BC
EMS
On -going
re Tonal sewers stems.
When possible, ensure that no public facilities are
proposed for flood hazard areas. Protect new
FEMA
BC
P-3
critical facilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, fire
Flood .
2.1
High
Local
EMS
On -going
stations, emergency shelters) to 2' above the 500-
ear flood elevation 5' above BFE CRS 430).
Participate in the voluntary purchase of land
BC
P-4
parcels located in hazard areas or rendered
Flood
1.1
Moderate
FEMA
EMS
On -going
unbuildable by storms or other events, for the
Local
BI
purpose of shorefront access.
Continue program for evaluation and improvement
BC
P-5
of critical facilities (public and private) — roads,
All
2:1
Moderate
Local
EMS
On -going
bridges, water, sewer, electricity, etc. — and critical
NCDOT
services - fire, rescue, medical, etc.
Maintain County Storm Water Ordinance
P-6
(effective September 16, 2002) in conjunction with
Flood
1.1
High
Local
BC
On -going.
land use ordinances for compatibility of EPA
BI
Phase II NPDES requirements.
Complete Community Rating System Application
BI
P-7
using Hazard Mitigation Plan components to fulfill
Flood
1.1
High
Local
1-5 Years
application requirements.
Continue to address and strengthen approach to
1.1
BC
P-$
scattered and sprawling, large lot subdivision
All
31
Moderate
Local
PBIPD
On -going
activity", unplanned commercial strip

Action #
Brunswick County Actions>
Hazard
Obfectve(s) °
Relative
Funding
Responsible
Target
Completion
_:Addressed
Priority
Sources::
Party;:
;..
Date
development", "sewage problems and sewage
solutions", and "storm water runoff and drainage".
Strengthen the land use classification system by
P-9
more closely defining allowed uses and
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
1-5 years
designating certain areas as off limits to
3.1
PB/PD
development.
Develop an open space plan; target key
FEMA
PD
P-10
properties for an open space acquisition program.
All
1.1
Low
Local
Parks & Rec.
1-5 Years
CRS 420
Strengthen policies regarding directing urban level
P-11
growth to appropriate locations where services
All
2.1
Moderate
Local
BC
Pg//PD
1-5 Years
can be provided.
Review and update as necessary the Flood
Damage Prevention Ordinance to ensure
maximum protection from flood hazard events
FEMA
P-12
(CRS 430). Consider raising the minimum flood
Flood
3.2
High
Federal
NCDENR
1-5 Years
protection level from 1' above base flood elevation
State
NCDEM
to 2' or more above BFE. All substantially
damaged buildings should be elevated to this
level CRS 430).
Evaluate the zoning ordinance for its ability to
BC
P-13
target and direct growth to areas consistent with
All
1.1
High
Local
PB/PD
1-5 Years
the land classification map, the water distribution
4.1
system, and existing and future sewers stems.
Continue 'efforts to revise, update and improve
BC
P-14
subdivision regulations particularly with regard to
All
1.1
Low
Local
PB/PD
1-5 Years
open sace and tree preservation.
Continue to improve road access standards to
BC
P-15
protect the integrity of significant traffic -carrying
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB/PD
1-5 Years
roadways throughout the County.
NCDOT
Employ specific provisions of the zoning
P-16
ordinance, subdivision regulations and
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
1-5 Years
infrastructure improvement plans to encourage a
4.1
PB/PD
town and country development pattern.
Continue to count building improvements
BC
P-17
cumulatively (maintain permit history so when
Flood
1.2
High
Local
BI
On -going
cumulative improvements equal 50% of building
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
11. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-9

je
RelativeF
"d-A
. r
orlCK,LountVJ
Actions
7
AddFp0�
Rriority
Sources
Party
'7
,. .
75
value, (substantial improvement) building must be
brought up to flood protection standards for new
construction) with a goal to eventually have all
flood hazard endangered buildings brought up to
flood protection standards (CRS 430).
Review rebuilding activities after major storm
P-1 8
events to determine how revisions to existing
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
131
On -going
policies and procedures could help minimize
repetitive losses.
PB/PD
Continue to require and maintain FEMA elevation
P-19
certificates for all permits for new buildings or
Flood
1.1
High
Local
BC
On -going
improvements to buildings on lots including any
2.1
BI
ortion of the 1 00-year flood lain (CRS 310).
Review written policies on water and sewer
system extensions and tap on policies to ensure
P-20
that the County is adequately addressing - and
Flood
1.1
High
Local
BC
PB/PD
1 L5 Years
discouraging inappropriate development in
4.1
sensitive environmental areas and areas prone to
Util./Eng
flood or storm surge hazards..
P-21
Continue to allot capital funding for the
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
implementation of hazard mitigation activities.
Consider a shoreline overlay district to include
BC
P-22
requirements for more intense review of proposed
Flood
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB/PD
1-5 Years
drainage, and limitation on the type of land uses
4.1
allowed within the overlay district.
Implement specific zoning standards: to
BC
P-23
discourage or prohibit floating homes from locating
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB/PD
1 5 Years
in ublic trust waters.
Inventory existing lots and structures within flood
P-24
hazard areas to establish baseline data regarding
Flood
1.1
Low
Local
BC
On -going
current state of development.
Continue to acquire destroyed or substantially
PIP-1
damaged properties and relocate households.
All
2.2
Moderate
FEMA
BC
On -going
Seek Federal and State funding. (voluntary
NCEM
program) (CRS 520/420).
. dictional Hazard MW ation Plan

Action #
Brunswick County Actions
Hazard
Ob�ective(s) -
Relative
Funding .
Responsible
Comp etion . .
Addressed
Priority
Sources:
Party.
, .
Integrate publicly acquired land into public park
BC
PP-2
and greenway systems. (CRS 420)
All
2.2
Low
Local
PB/PD
1-5 Years
Parks & Rec.
Consider establishing an involuntary program to
FEMA
BC
PP-3
acquire properties susceptible to flood damage
Flood
2.2
Moderate
NCEM
PB/PD
1-5 Years
CRS 420/510 .
EMS
Identify properties for potential public acquisition
PP-4
and establish a list of priority properties for
All
2.2
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
acquisition following subse uent natural disasters.
Consider establishing a program for purchase of
PP-5
development rights for floodplain properties. (CRS
Flood
2.2
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
420). (Possible partial or full tax deduction for
charitable donation by propertyowners .
Require residential construction to meet latest
PP-6
wind -resistance standards; encourage
Wind
1.1
High
Local
BC
On -going
replacement of doublewide garage doors to
BI
improve wind resistance.
Require new masonry chimneys > 6' above roof to
BC
PP-7
have continuous vertical reinforcing steel to help
Wind
1.1
High
Local
On -going
resist high winds. Retrofit existingchimneys.
Ensure doorframes are securely anchored;
PP-8
especially double doors that can be very
Wind
1.1
High
Local
BI
On -going
dangerous in high winds.
Make sure that architectural features are
PP-9
designed; manufactured and installed to limit
All
1.1
High
Local
BI
On -going
wind-borne debris.
PP-10
Encourage use of wind -resistant construction
Wind
1.1
High
Local
BI
On -going
techniques used'in coastal regions.
Consider a policy for contractors to pick up
PP-11
building material and building debris prior to
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BI/PD
On -going
coastal storms.
Natura[Resource Actions .
Continue providing density credits for
BC
NR-1
developments that establish perpetual easements
All
3.1
Low
Local
PB/PD
On -going
for ecologically sensitive lands.
NR-2
Enhance and develop new public accesses to
All
1.2
Moderate
FEMA
BC
On -going
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
IL Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-11

Action.#'
Brunswick County Actions...
-
Hazard
Ob�ectrve(s)
Addressed
Relative
Priority
Funding
Sources
Responsible
Party .. -
Comp etiori .
`.
:.. .:.. bate.:
waterway resources in a manner as to protect
3.1
NCDENR
PB/PD
sensitive environment areas from development '
Local
and implement the priority recommendations
contained in the Brunswick County Shoreline
Access Plan U pdate.
Emer en cy Services: -_.,._-
Improve Hazard Warning and Response Plan
(warning and evacuating critical facilities, getting
FEMA
ES-1
persons out of flood prone or isolated areas,
Flood
1
1.3
High
State
ES
On -going
controlling vehicles on evacuation routes,
Local
evacuation of hazard materials) (CRS 610).
Continue and expand the program to retrofit
FEMA
ES-2
schools and other public facilities to serve as
All
1.1
Moderate
State
ES
Beyond 5-year
emergency shelters.
Local
update
ES-3
Use State grant funds to retrofit public properties
All
1.1
Moderate
FEMA
State
ES
Beyond 5-year
as shelters.
Local
update
Provide training for "first responders" in identifying
1'1
FEMA
ES-4
and reporting opportunities to mitigate the effects
All
1'3
Moderate
State
ES
On -going
o future disasters.
Local
Work with industry to develop emergency
FEMA
ES-5
response plans for specific industries and ensure
All
1.1
Moderate
State
ES
On -going
that all plans are fully coordinated with County
1.3
Local
emergency management plans.
ES-6
Ensure adequate evacuation time in case of major
All
1.1
High
Local
ES
On -going
.
hazard event.
1.3
ES-7
Evaluate areas with limited evacuation capacity.
All
1.1
High
Local
ES
On -going
and pursue methods of improving capacity.
1.3
ES-8
Protect new critical facilities by floodproofing or
All
4.1
Moderate
Local
ES
Beyond 5-year
locating outside the 500- ear flood lain.
4.2
update
ES
ES-9
Establish program for evaluation and
All
1.3
High
Local
NCDOT
On -going
improvements of critical services and facilities.
DU
H
Evaluate flood or access problems for critical
ES-10
facilities; develop recommendations for protecting
All
1.3
High
Local
ES
On -going
critical facilities. Identify alternative command
ation Plan

Action #
Brunswick County Actions
Hazard
.: Qb�ecfive(s)
Relative.
Funding
Responsible
Target
Comp on
etiF
:.:
Addressed
Prionty >
Sources;
Party
.
Dater-
posts.
Structural .Pro'ects
S-1
Continuedbris removal program to correct
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
problemsites.
Continue to support the dredging of waterways to
Federal
S-2
improve function and water quality.
All
1.1
Moderate.
NCDENR
BC
On -going
Local
USACE
Continue to maintain/enforce an overall cap of 5%
S-3
on post development storm water discharge
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
increase over pre -development conditions.
Continue to enforce and strengthen the County
S-4
appearance code concerning removal of potential
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
PB/PD
On -going
projectiles/debris such as junked motor vehicles
and mobile homes, and dilapidated housing.
S-5
Continue to provide funding support for the
Ail
1.1
Moderate
NCDENR
BC
On -going
artificial reef program.
Continue to support efforts to place spoil materials
S-6
from channel maintenance and dredging on
All
1.1
Moderate
NCDENR
BC
On -going
Brunswick- County beaches, including each of the
USACE
incorporated municipalities, as warranted.
Section 206 Lower Lockwood Folly River Aquatic
NCDENR
S-7
Habitat Restoration Project. (Removal of sediment
All
1.1
Moderate
NCDENR
BC
On -going
bars to increase tidal flushing and improve aquatic
USACE
USACE
habitat.
S-8
Completephase-in of EPA Phase II requirements.
All
1.1
High
Local
BC
1-5 Years
Publid nforoation_Activties
=
Develop a tracking system to evaluate progress
NCDEM
PI-1
and revise mitigation activities as necessary.
Flood
1.1
High
Local
BC
1-5 Years
Track benefits in flood loss reduction.
Produce an annual progress report on how well
PI-2
the plan is being implemented — send the report
Flood
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
1-5 Years
with the annual CRS re -certification and submit a
copy to NC Division of Emergency Management.
PI-3
Establish a 5-year schedule for reviewing and
All
1.1
High
Local
1-5 Years
updating the hazard mitigation Ian.
BC
PI-4
Preliminary mapping of the Lumber River Basin
Flood
I
High
FEMA
FEMA
1-5 Years
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
N. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 41 2004 11-13

Action #
:=
Brunswick Count ,Actions:
Y
Hazard .
ObJective(s)
Address
Ad
Relative
Funding
Responsible
T rget
Completion
>.
Prtor�ty
Sources
.,Date
has been completed and is under review for,
1.2
NCDENR .
NCDENR
adoption. The Cape Fear River Basin mapping is
on -going. Review of the preliminary maps can be
viewed at www.ncfloodMWI.com.
PI-5
Incorporate new FEMA digital FIRMs into the
Flood
1.1
High
Local
BC
FY 05-06
Count GIS. CRS 320
GIS
Develop and implement a hazard awareness
program (elevation certificates, FIRM data,
PI-6
bulletin on property protection measures and flood
Flood
1.2
High
Local
BC
1-5 Years
insurance, etc.) that is available through the
EMS
County's website www.brunsco.net (CRS
310/320/330/340/440).
Establish locations for flood awareness signs —
show elevations of high water during/after
BC
PI-7
Hurricane Floyd, the base flood, and the base
Flood
1:2
Moderate
Local
EMS
1-5 Years
flood plus 2'. Signs should be surveyed to serve
as elevation reference marks.
Expand efforts to disseminate flood insurance rate
BC
I
PI-8
maps to realtors, developers, financial institutions,
Flood
1.2
Moderate
Local
PB
1-5 Years
and insurance agencies.
EMS/GIS
Early Warning System/Dissemination of
BC
PI-9
information regarding need to seek shelter in safe
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
EMS
1-5 Years
room when high winds expected.
Establish and maintain retrofitting techniques and
BC
PI-10
publicize in the public libraries, and also through
Flood
1.2
Low
Local
1-5 Years
citizen newsletters CRS 330/350/360 .
Source: Brunswick County.
lctional Hazard Miti ation Plan

Table 11- Town of Bolivia Mi#igatton Actions- Ordered by Actton _
Ac#ion::#
di
T w ' f:: ova" `_ c '
o B li A,ions
_
MMird
Ob ective
f (s)
r Relaxrve
Furtdtng
Responsible
argeY
..:..
-.
:. n.o ti ,. ;;
,
dd resse
Priority
=
Sources
,
;Party:
Completes n
Date
Work with Brunswick County to set up program to
Bolivia
advise/assist property owners in retrofitting
All
1.1
Moderate
FEMA
BC
On -going
P-1
homes, businesses, and institutional facilities.
Local
BI
CRS 320
Work with Brunswick County to ensure that no
public facilities are proposed for flood hazard
Bolivia
areas. Protect new critical facilities (e.g., schools,
Flood
2.1
High
FEMA
BC
On -going
P-2
hospitals, fire stations, emergency shelters) to 2'
Local
EMS
above the 500-year flood elevation (5' above BFE)
CRS 430
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue
Bolivia
program for evaluation and improvement of critical
1.1
BC
P-3
facilities (public and private) — roads, bridges,
All
2'1
Moderate
Local
EMS
On -going
water, sewer, electricity, etc. — and .critical
NCDOT
services - fire, rescue, medical, etc.
Continue.to address and strengthen approach to
Bolivia �
"scattered and sprawling, large lot subdivision
1.1
P 4
activity', "unplanned commercial strip
All
3 1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
development", "sewage problems and sewage
solutions", and "storm water runoff and drainage".
Review and update as necessary the Flood
Damage Prevention Ordinance to ensure
maximum protection from flood hazard events
FEMA
Bolivia
(CRS 430). Consider raising the minimum flood
Flood
3.2
High
Federal
NCDENR
1-5 Years
P-5
protection level from 1' above base flood elevation
State
NCDEM
to 2' or more above BFE. All substantially
`
damaged, buildings .should be elevated to this
level CRS 430).
Evaluate the zoning ordinance for its ability to
Bolivia
target and. direct growth to areas consistent with
All
1.1
High
Local
BC
1-5 Years
P-6
the land classification map, the water distribution
4.1
system, and existing and future sewers stems.
Source: Town of Bolivia.
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
ll. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 I1-15

= :Table.Jl 3 Town -of Calaba pigap". A�tlions Orderedub fiction
..
_..
QSJective(s)
Relative
!
Funding
Repo�sible
Target
.. -
Action # .
:: ;To wn:of,Cala:bash Actions :�
Hazard
Ad dressed
." Pr10 rtty,
Sources"
, r
'arty
G,vm letion;
:
;. _.. .
Calabash
Update the Land Use Plan.
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB
1-5 Years
P-1
State
TB
Calabash
Revise/update Storm Water Management
Flood
2.1
Moderate
Local
TB
1-5 Years
P-2
Ordinance.
CalPa bash
Update the Town Zoning Ordinance.
All
1.1.
Moderate
Local
TB
On -going
Calabash
Work with Brunswick County to enforce NC
All
2.1
High
Local
61
On -going
P-4
BuildingCodes for wind resistance.
Calabash .
Ensure Mobile/Manufactured Homes are installed
All
2.1
High
Local
BI
On -going
P-5
and secured properly.
Calabash
Consider revising Flood Damage Prevention
Flood
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB
1-5 Years
P-6
Ordinance.
TB
BI
Calabash
Work with Brunswick County to enforce debris
All
1.1
Moderate
County
TB
On -going
S-1
removal program to correct problem sites.
Count
Calabash
Produce an annual progress report on the status
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
TB
1-5 Years
PI-1
of actions proposed in the HMP.
' Abbrevlatlons: 11ti — manning Coara, 1 C — I own rsoaro, 01 — Vounly Duuurng UMPccuvns, wurny — OI UIIJWIL A wwuy.
Source: Town of Calabash
X-Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Table 11=4 Town of:Navassa I�Lt�gaan Actions _ Qriered by q_ciloln #. ,
- Acfiom:#of
Navasa Actions-,
Hazard
Ob ective s ;
1N.. �)
Bela ive
Fund ri
! ,.9
Res sable ::
pp ,
, Target
Completion
y
Addressed °
Pclorlty °
Sources
Party
at
In cooperation with Brunswick County, set up a
Navassa
program to advise/assist property owners in
All
1.1
Moderate
FEMA
TN
BC
On -going
P-1
retrofitting homes, businesses, and institutional
Local
facilities. CRS 320
BI
Navassa
Continue/expand efforts to partner with area utility
districts to. encourage proper development of
All
2.1
Moderate
Local
NWS
On -going
regional sewers stems.
In cooperation with Brunswick County, ensure,
when possible, that no public facilities are
Navassa
proposed for flood hazard areas. Protect new
Flood
2.1
High
FEMA
TN
On -going
P-3
critical facilities (e.g., schools, hospitals, fire
Local
stations, emergency shelters) to 2' above the 500-
EMS
year flood elevation 5' above BFE CRS 430).
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue
TN
Navassa
program for evaluation and improvement of critical
1.1
BC
P-4
facilities (public and private) — roads, bridges,
All
2.1
Moderate
Local
EMS
On -going
water, sewer,. electricity, etc. — and critical
NCDOT
services - fire, rescue, medical, etc.
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
address and strengthen approach to "scattered
NPB
Navassa
and sprawling, large lot subdivision activity",
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
P-5
"unplanned commercial strip development",
31
PB/PD
"sewage . problems and sewage solutions", and
"storm water runoff and drainage".
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
strengthen the land use classification system by
1 1
NPB
Navassa
more closely defining allowed uses and
All
31
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
P-6
designating certain areas as off limits to
PB/PD
development.
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
NPB
Navassa
strengthen policies directing urban level growth to
All
2.1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
P-7
appro riate locations where services can be
PB/PD
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
ll. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-17

Action #"
Town of Navassa Actions
Hazard
Jac IN
_,
Relative
" Priority
Furdmg
Souses
Resport$ible
z
Party
Comp etion'
- -.
Addressed .:
.
' .Date
provided.
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
review and update the Flood Damage Prevention
NPB
Navassa
Ordinance to ensure maximum protection from
Flood
3.2
High
Federal
FEMA
1-5 Years
P-8
flood hazard events (CRS 430). Consider raising
State
NCDENR
the minimum flood protection level from 1' above
NCDEM
base flood elevation to 2' or more above BFE.
Evaluate zoning ordinance for ability to target and
Navassa
direct growth to areas consistent with the land
'vl
1.1
High
Local
NPB
On -going
P-9
classification map, the water distribution system,
4.1
and existing and future sewers stems.
Navassa
Continue efforts to revise, update and improve
P-10
subdivision regulations particularly with regard to
All
1.1
Low
Local
NPB
On -going
open sace and tree preservation.
Navassa.
Continue to improve road access standards to
NPB
P-11
protect the integrity of significant traffic -carrying
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
MPO
On -going
roadways throughout the Town.
NCDOT
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
TN
Navassa ssa
review rebuilding activities after major storm
BC
P
events to determine how revisions to existing
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
On -going
policies and procedures could help minimize
PB/I.
PD
repetitive losses.
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
require and maintain FEMA elevation certificates
1.1 1
TN
Navassa
P-13
for all permits for new buildings or improvements
Flood
2
High
Local
BC
On -going
to buildings on lots including any portion of the
BI
100- ear flood lain CRS 310).
Navassa
Continue to allot capital funding for the
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
NWS
On -going
P-14
implementation of hazard mitigation activities.
Consider a shoreline overlay district to include
BC_
Navassa
requirements for more intense review of proposed
Flood
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB/PD
1-5 Years
P-15
drainage and limitation on the type of land uses
4.1
allowed within the overlay district.
'Abbreviations: TN— Town of Navassa, NPB— Navassa Pianning boars, rvwa —.Navassa wareriaewer, mr-u — meuupomdn rldl1ll/!1y ulydll,LdUu11
Source: Town of Navassa

Table II 5 Tow;n of St James Mit�gatipp Actions Ordered bysAction,
Action #
=
Town of St; Jamas%:Actions
azard : -
Db e'ctty.
j,, w , , e(s)
3 Relative
;Funding
Retsponsible
Target
Completlort
_
-
Addressed
�Pnorjt Yy�
•Sources
_:
Pa
';-Date ,
Continue program for evaluation and improvement of
BC
St. James
critical facilities (public and private) — roads, bridges,
All
1.1
P-1
water, sewer, electricity, etc. — and critical services -
2.1
Moderate
Local
Si
On -going
fire, rescue, medical, etc.
NCDOT
St. James
Consider participation in the Community Rating
BC
P-2
System using Hazard Mitigation Plan components to
Flood
1.1
High
Local
1-5 Years
fulfill application requirements.
Si
In cooperation with Brunswick County, review and
update as necessary the Flood Damage Prevention
St. James
Ordinance to ensure maximum protection from flood
Flood
3.2
High
Federal
FEMA
NCDENR
1-5 Years
P-3
hazard events (CRS 430). Consider raising the
State
NCDEM
minimum 'flood protection level from 1' above base
flood elevation to 2' or more above BFE.
St. James
Employ specific provisions of the zoning ordinance to
1.1
Si
P-4
seek ways to expand the ETJ as well as the existing
All
4'1
Moderate
Local
BC
1-5 Years
corporate limits to control land use.
PB/PD
In cooperation with Brunswick County, review
Si
St. James
rebuilding activities after major storm events to
All
1.1
Moderate
Local
BC
On -going
P-5
determine how revisions to existing policies and
BI
rocedures could help minimize repetitive losses.
PB/PD
St. James
Consider an inventory of existing lots and structures
Si
within flood hazard areas to establish base flood
Flood
1.1
Low
Local
BC
On -going
P-6
elevation and finished 1st floor elevation.
St. James
The Town will continue to actively participate in the
Fire Wise program to reduce and remove debris that
Fire
1.1
High
Local
SJ
On -going
PP-4
has the potential for fire hazards.
The Town will continue to pursue efforts to reduce
storm water runoff by draining, in advance of major
St. James
storm events, the numerous retention ponds located
Flood
1.1
High
Local
Si
On -going
PP-5
on golf courses to reduce the amount of localized
flooding.
St. James I
In cooperation with Brunswick County, ensure
All
1.1
High
Local
Si
On -going
ES-1
adequate evacuation time in case of major hazard
1.3
ES
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
ll. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-19

Action,#.
:. Town of -St. James'Actions
Hazard
Objecive(s)
Ad driessed
Relative
Prtortty
FTarget
unding
Sources
Responsible,
Pa rt ,
C mp et on
y
Date
events. The Mayor of St. James can invoke
mandatory evacuation when needed.
Evaluate areas with limited evacuation capacity and
St. James
pursue methods for improving capacity. The Town of
1.1
Si
ES-2
St. James has the ability, in case of an emergency
All
1.3
High
Local
ES
On -going
evacuation, to open a secondary exit route via the
application of gravel to an existing drainage ditch.
Evaluate flood or access problems for critical
St. James
facilities and develop recommendations for protecting
All
1.3
High
Local
Si
On -going
ES-3
these facilities. Identify alternate command - post
ES
sites.
St. James
Continue debris removal program to reduce potential
All
11
Moderate
Local
Si
On -going
S-1
hazards during.
a hazard event.
BC
St. James
In cooperation with Brunswick County, continue to
Federal
Si
S-2
support the dredging of waterways to improve
All
1.1
Moderate
NCDENR
BC
On -going
function and water quality.
Local
USACE
Develop and . implement a hazard awareness
program (elevation certificates, FIRM data, bulletin
St. James
on property protection measures and flood
Si
insurance, etc.) that is available through the County's
Flood
1.2
High
Local
BC
1-5 Years
PI-1
website www.brunsco.net and also available through
..
EMS
the St. James website www.stiamespoa.org (CRS
310/320/330/340/440).
Continue to educate town residents of potential
St. James
effects of hurricanes and other natural disasters
All
1.1
High
Local
Si
On -going
PI-2
through the annual "Hurricane Awareness
1.2
Symposium".
'Abbreviations: SJ— Town of St. James
Source: Town of St. James
- isdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan

Table `II-6 Town of VarnamtaWin Mit�gat�on.Actionsv , Q"rde�ed by, Action
;..
Action,
-
Town of .Varnamtown Actions
HazU rd.,
,. a
Ob ecti`;� s
r� Re attVe
r
ndt
Fu_ ng
-
Res ponsible
Target
Completion
.
Addy es`sed
o
Pn rtty
c
$OUr es
Party
r Date
Varnamtown
Update Land Use Plan.
All
1.1
High
Local
TB
2006
P-1
PB
Varnamtown
Ensure that mobile/manufactured homes are
Wind
1.1
Moderate
County
County
On -going
P-2
installed and secured properly.
Varnamtown
Continue to encourage NC State Building Code
Wind
1.1
Moderate
County
County
On -going
P-3
enforcement for wind restriction.
Varnamtown
Support Brunswick County debris removal
All
1.1
Moderate
County
County
On -going
S-1
program to correct problem sites.
Varnamtown
Support the dredging of waterways to improve
All
3.1
Moderate
State
. NCDENR
On -going
S-2
function and water quality.
USACE
Varnamtown
Support the Brunswick County Appearance
All
1.1
Moderate
County
County
On -going
S-3
Ordinance.
Varnamtown
Continue to provide flood maps for staff and public
Flood
1.1
Moderate
Local
PB
On -going
PI-1
use.
31
' Abbreviations: TB — Town Board of Commissioners, PB — Planning Board, County— Brunswick County, NCDENR — North Carolina Department of Environmental and Natural resources, USACE — United
States Army Corp of Engineers.
Source: Town of Varnamtown
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
A Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-21

E. Community Rating System
The CRS has three major goals: to reduce flood losses, to facilitate accurate insurance ratings,
and to promote awareness of flood insurance. There are four mitigation categories (Series 300,
400, 500 and 600) with a total of eighteen creditable floodplain management activities.
Reference to the CRS category is included, as applicable, in Table II-1. A brief explanation of
the four CRS mitigation categories is included in Tables II-7 — II-10. For more information,
please contact the Federal Emergency Management Agency Regional Office in Atlanta (see
Appendix D: State and Federal Resources for contact information).
Public Information (Series 300)
This series credits programs that advise people about flood hazards, flood insurance, and
ways to reduce flood damage. These activities also provide data for .insurance agents for
accurate flood insurance rating. These programs serve all members of the community and
work toward all three goals of the CRS. Activities for which credit is given are described in
Table II-7.
< Table,11m Pujblic lnformaiion (Series
Code
iActivit
Descri tion .. `
310
Elevation
1. Maintain on all new construction and substantial improvements;
Certificates
2. Use FEMA form; and
3. Make copies available to public.
320
Map Information
1. Consult Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) in response to
public;
2. Advise of requirement for flood insurance;
3. Maintain copies of FIRMs,
4. Update maps to reflect new subdivisions, changes in corporate
limits, and all new FIRM data from flood insurance restudies, map
revisions, map amendments, Letters of Map Amendment (LOMA)
and Map Revision (LORM); and
5. Publicize service annually, keep record of service.
330
Outreach-
Annually advise public of:
Projects
1. Flood hazards;
2. Availability of flood insurance; and
3. Flood protection methods.
340
Hazard
Disclosure information
Disclosure
1. Must be volunteered (not in response to a request); or.
2. Appear on a document, e.g., Multiple Listing Service printout or
offer to purchase contract that person sees before committing to
purchase property.
350
Flood Protection
Local public library
Library
1. Available to all branches;
2. Maintain flood -related documents;
3. No credit for keeping in planning office.
360
Flood Protection
Annually publicize flood hazard information available:
Assistance
1. Newsletter;
2. Telephone book; or
3. Other outreach project.
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
Il. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-22

Mapping and Regulations (Series 400)
This series credits programs that provide in
protection to new development.
Growing communities have opportunities for additional credit in this category. Activities
include mapping areas not shown on the FIRM, preserving open space, enforcing higher
regulatory standards, and managing stormwater. These activities work toward the first and
second goals of the CRS - damage reduction and accurate insurance rating. Activities for
which credit is given are described in Table II-8.
Table 11 8; Mapping and Regulatrons.(Seres 40Q) r.
Code. Activ;tt
Descri tion.'..,
for studies conducted outside the Special Flood
410 Additional Flood Data
1. Credit
Hazard Area (SFHA);
2. Studies conducted in the SFHA where base flood
elevations (BFEs) were not shown on FIRM;
3. Re -studying an area shown on the FIRM where new
study produced higher BFEs; and
4. Studies that were conducted to higher standards than
the normal FEMA mapping.
420 Open Space
1. Credit for preserving land in the floodplain as open
Preservation
space through:
a) public ownership; orb) by- development regulations
that prohibit buildings and filling.
2. Can be used for public parks, private preserves, playing
fields, golf courses, etc.
430 Higher Regulatory
Regulations that require new development to be protected
Standards
to one or more standards stricter than the NFIP's minimum
430LZ Low -Density Zoning
re uirements.
1. Credit for having at least 5 acres of floodplain in one or
districts that requires a minimum lot size of
more zoning
1 acre.
2. Available for undeveloped land within low -density
zoning districts as well as for areas developed in
accordance with the density requirements.
440 Flood Data
Credit for keeping floodplain maps and elevation reference
useful and accurate in order to improve local
Maintenance
marks current,
regulations, planning, disclosures, and 2E222qy a2praisals.
450 Stormwater
Credits regulation of new development within the watershed
Management
(not just the floodplain) to minimize adverse impacts of
stormwater runoff on downstream flooding and water
400SH Special Hazard Areas
ualit .
1. + 3SH Additional Flood Data in Special Hazard Areas.
Open Space Preservation in Special Hazard
2. 423SH
Areas.
3. 433SH Higher Regulatory Standards in Special Hazard
Areas.
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan 11-23
11. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004

Flood Damage Reduction (Series 500)
This series credits programs for areas in which existing development is at risk. Credit is
provided for a comprehensive floodplain management plan, relocating or retrofitting
floodprone structures, and maintaining drainage systems. These activities work toward the
first goal of the CRS.— damage reduction. Activities for which credit is given are described
in Table II-9.
Table 11-9„ Flood Damage Reduction (Series'50Q)
Code
• 'Activit
„ : Des60 tion'
500
Repetitive Loss Areas
Create outreach project to inform property owners of flood
damage prevention methods and flood insurance options.
510
Floodplain
Expand Hazard Mitigation Plan to meet Section 511
Management Planning
standards if there are repetitive loss areas.
520
Acquisition and
Credit provided for acquiring, relocating or otherwise
Relocation
clearing buildings out of floodplains. Credit provided only
if community also receives credit for vacant lot under
Activity 420 Open Space Preservation.
530
Retrofitting
Credit provided for buildings that have been floodproofed,
elevated, or otherwise modified to protect them from flood
damage.
540
Drainage System
Credit for inspecting drainage system, removing debris,
Maintenance
correcting drainage problem sites and regulating dumping
into the system.
Flood Preparedness (Series 600)
This series credits for flood warning, levee safety, and dam safety programs. These
activities work toward the first and third goals of the CRS — damage reduction and hazard
awareness. Activities for which credit is given are described in Table II-10.
Table ll 10' FIoQd Preparedness
Code
Activit
Descri tiorti
610
Flood Warning Program
Credit for program that provides timely identification of
impending flood threats, disseminates warnings to appropriate
floodplain occupants, and coordinates flood response
activities.
620
Levee Safety
Credit to communities protected by levees that are properly
maintained and operated.
630
Dam Safety
Credit for any community in a state with a dam safety program
that has submitted the necessary documentation of its
program to FEMA. (Note: North Carolina has submitted
documentation.
Brunswick County Multi -Jurisdictional Hazard Mitigation Plan
ll. Mitigation Action Plan — Adopted October 4, 2004 11-24

APPENDIX IV
North Carolina Waterbodies Listed for Brunswick County
Note: Waterbodies are listed in more than one county if they cross county lines.
Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
*
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W�4e'� ti:{K+�rcatl�.I '��'.•Ytl:.i..w:VF��e.'�.wnai
�
1J
w.ii• y:
CAPE FEAR RIVER
From raw water supply
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-(63)
intake at Federal Paper
Board Corporation
(Riegelwood) to
upstream mouth of
Toomers Creek
Livingston
From source to Cape
C;Sw
03/01/77
Cape
Fear
18-64
Creek (Broadwater
.Fear River
Lake)
Gapway Creek
From source to.
C;Sw
04/O1/59
Cape
Fear
18-64-2
Livingston Creek
Gapway Swamp
From source.to Gapway
C;Sw
04/ol/59
Cape
Fear
18-64-2-1
Creek
McClennen Branch
From source to Scott
C;Sw
04/61/59
Cape
.Fear
18-64-4-1-
Branch
-
Big Branch
From source to
C;Sw
09/91/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-10..
Livingston Creek
Bay Branch
From source.to Big
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-10-1
Branch
Lindscomb Branch
From source to
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-14
Livingston Creek
Mill Creek
:From source to
C;Sw
.09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-15
Livingston Creek
Bear Branch
From source .to Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-15-1
Creek
Fox Grape Branch
From source to Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-15-2
Creek
Maple Branch
From source to Fox
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-64-15-2-1
Grape Branch
Bryant Mill Creek
.From source to Cape
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear.
18-GS
Fear River
Grist Mill.Branch
From source to Cape
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-65.s
Fear River
Hood Creek
From source -to Cape
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66
Fear River
Page 1 of 17

Name of Stream '
Description
Curr. Class
Date ' Prop. Class
. Basin
Stream Index #
Batarora Branch
From source
to
Hood
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-1
Creek
Waters Branch
From source
to
Hood
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-2
Creek
Pasture Pond
From source
to
Hood
C.;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-3
Branch
Creek
Alligator Branch
From source
to
Hood
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-4
Creek
Cow Pen Branch
From source
to
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear.
18-66-4-1
Alligator Branch
Rattlesnake
From source
to
Hood
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-5
Branch
Creek
Chinnis Branch
From source
to
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-S-1
Rattlesnake
Branch
Double Run
From source
to
Hood
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-6
Creek
George Brown
From source
to
Double
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-6-1
Branch
Run
Skipper Hill
From source.to
Double
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-6-2
Branch
Run
Coffin Branch
From source
to
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-6-2-1
Skipper Hill Branch
Bay Branch
From source
to
Hood
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-7 .
Creek
Neal Branch
From source
to
Hood.
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-66-8
Creek
Bay Branch
From source
to
Cape
C;Sw
04/01/S9
Cape
Fear
Fear River
Indian Creek
From source
to
Cape
C;Sw
04/01/S9
Cape
Fear
18-70
Fear River
Clabber Branch-
From source
to
Indian
C;Sw
04/01/S9
Cape
Fear
18-70-1
Creek
Cherry Tree Prong
From source
to
Indian
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-70-2
Creek
Mulberry Branch
From source
to
Indian
C;Sw
04/01/S9
Cape
Fear
18-70-3
Creek
Otter Branch
From source
to
Mulberry
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-70-3-1
Branch
Mill Branch
From soruce
to
Indian
C;Sw
04/01/S9
Cape
Fear
18-70-4
Creek
Page 2 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
CAPE FEAR RIVER
From upstream mouth
SC
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-(71)
of Toomers creek to a
line across the river
from Snows Point
(through Snows Marsh)
to Federal Point.
Cartwheel Branch
From source to Cape
SC;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-72
Fear River
Alligator Creek
From source to Cape
SC;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-75
Fear River
Brunswick River
From source to Cape
SC
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-77
Fear River
Sturgeon Creek
From source to
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-77-1
Burnswick River
Mill Creek
From source to Sturgeon
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-77-1-1
Creek
Rowell Branch
From source to Mill
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-77-1-1-1'
Creek
Banton Branch
From source to Mill
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-77-1-1-2
Creek
Redmond Creek
From source to
SC;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-77-2
Brunswick River
Jackeys Creek
From source to
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-77-3
Brunswick River
Piney.Branch
From source to
C;Sw
04/O1/59
Cape
Fear
18-.77-3-1
Jackeys Creek
. Mallory Creek
From source to Cape
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-78
Fear River
Little Mallory
From source to
C;Sw
04/01/S9
Cape
Fear
18-78-1
Creek
Mallory Creek
(Beaverdam
Branch)
Town Creek
From source to. Cape
C;Sw.
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81
(Rattlesnake
Fear River
Branch)
Turkey Branch
From source to Town
C;Sw
04/01/59 .
Cape
Fear
18-81-1
Creek.
Lewis Swamp
From source to Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-2
Creek
Tompkins Branch
From source to Lewis
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-2-1
(Tomolin Branch)
Swamp
Lewis Branch
From source to Lewis
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-2-2
Swamp
Beaverdam Swamp
From Isource to Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-3
Creek
Page 3 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class.
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Rock Creek
From source
to
Town
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-81-4
Creek
Russells .Creek
From source
to
Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-5
Creek
Rice Creek
From source
to
Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6
Creek
Mill Creek
From source
to
Rice
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6-1'
Creek
Swain Branch
From source
.to
Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6-1-1
Creek
Hickman Branch
From source
to
Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-.6-1-2
Creek
Willet Branch
From source
to
Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6-1-3
Creek
Harris Swamp
From source
to
Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6-1-4
Creek
Bell Swamp
From source
to
Mill
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6-1-5
Creek
Cherry Tree Swamp
.From source
to
Bell
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-6-1-5-1
.
Swamp
-
Morgan Branch
From source
to
Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-7
Creek
Bishop Branch
From source to Morgan
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-7-1
Creek
Goodland.Branch
• From source to Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear.
18-81-8•
Creek
Dews Creek
From source to Town
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-81-9
Creek
Beaverdam Pond
Entire pond and
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-81-10
connecting.stream to
Town Creek
Sand Hill Creek
From source to Cape.
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-83.
Fear River
Lilliput Creek
From source at dam at
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-85
McKinzie Pond to Cape
Fear River
Allen Creek
From source to
B;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
(Boiling
Boiling Springs Lake
Springs Lake)
Dam
Clear Pond
Entire pond and
B;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-85-1-2
connecting stream to
Boiling Springs Lake,
Allen Creek
Page 4 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Allen Creek
From Boiling Springs
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-85-1-(3)
(McKinzie Pond)
Lake Dam to dam at
McKinzie Pond,
Lilliput
Creek
Lake Drain
From source to
Allen
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-85-1-4
Creek
Pretty Pond
From source to
Lake
B;Sw
04/01/59
Cape.
Fear
18-85-1-4-1
Drain
McKinzie Creek
From source to
Allen
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-85-1-5
Creek
Orton Creek
From source to
Cape
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-86
(Orton Pond)
Fear River
Moore Creek
From source to
Orton
C;Sw
09/01/74
Cape
Fear
18-86-1
Creek
Tom Branch
From source to
Orton
C;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-86-2
Pond, Orton Creek
CAPE FEAR RIVER
From a line across
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-(87.5)
(excluding area
the river from
Snows
described below)
Point (through
Snows
Marsh) to Federal Point
to Atlantic Ocean
Walden Creek
From source to
Cape
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-1
Fear River
White Spring
From source to
Walden
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear,
18-88-1-1'
Creek
Creek
Nigis Creek
From source to
Walden
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-1-2
Creek
Nancys Creek
From source to
Walden
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-1-3
Creek
Gum Log Branch
From source to
Nancys
SC;Sw,HQW
'08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-1-3-1
Creek
Governors Creek
From source to
Walden
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-1-4
Creek
Fishing Creek
From source to
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-8871-4-1
Governors Creek
Snows Marsh
Entire.Marsh
SC
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-2
:Price Creek
From source to
Cape
SC;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-88-3
Fear River
Page 5 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Southport
Beginning at a point on
SC
01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-88-3.5
Restricted Area
the west bank of the
Cape Fear River 1000
yards upstream of Price
Creek, thence in an
easterly direction to
the eastern border of
the Lower Cape Fear
River Channel, thence
in a southwesterly
direction along the
eastern border of the
Lower Cape Fear River
ship channel to channel
..marker
# 14 (Qk F1 14),
thence to the
northern edge of the
mouth of Dutchman
Creek, thence along the
western bank of the
Cape Fear River to
the Intracoastal
Waterway, thence
north across the
Intracoastal Waterway
to a point on the north
shore, thence in a
northeasterly direction
{
along the west bank
of the Cape Fear
River to the point of
beginning
Shelbed Creek
From Muddy Slough to
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-88-4
Cape Fear River
Middle Creek
From Muddy Slough to
SA;HQW
.01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-88-5
Cape Fear River
Sowensville Creek
From Muddy Slough to
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-88-6
Cape Fear River
Muddy Slough ..Entire
Slough
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-88-7
The Basin
Entire Basin
SA;HQW
08/09/81
-Cape
Fear
18-88-8-1
Buzzard Bay
Entire Bay
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-8878-2
Muddy Slough
Entire Slough
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-2-1
Still Creek
From Muddy Slough to
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-2-2
Buzzard Bay
Burris Creek
From Muddy Slough to
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-2-3
Buzzard Bay
Cedar Creek
From Cape Fear.River .to
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-2-4
Buzzard Bay
Cape Creek
..From source to Cape
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear.
18-88-8-3
Fear River
Page 6 'of 17

Name of Stream Description Curr. Class Date Prop. Class Basin Stream Index #
Bay Creek
From source to Cape
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Creek
Deep Creek
From source to Bay
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Creek
Bald Head Creek
From source to Cape
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Fear River
Fishing Creek.
From source to Bald
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Head Creek
.Bald Head
All waters of the basin
SC:#
12/01/87
Island Marina
and entrance channel
Basin
Intracoastal
From Channel Marker F1,
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Waterway
R. 22 to mouth of
Cottage Creek
Beaverdam Creek
From source to mouth of
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Polly Gully Creek
Beaverdam Creek
From mouth of Polly
SA;HQW
.01/01/85
Gully Creek to
Intracoastal Waterway
Polly Gully Creek
From source to
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Beaverdam Creek
.Elizabeth River
That section of
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Elizabeth River
exclusive of the
Elizabeth River
Shellfishing Area
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-3-1.
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-3-1-1
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-4
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-4-1
Cape
Fear
18-88-8-5
Cape
Fear
is-aa-9
Cape
Fear
is.-88-9-17(0.5)
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-1-(1.5)
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-1-1
Cape
Fear
Page 7 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Elizabeth River
That section of
SA;HQW
O8109181
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-2-(2)
Shellfishing Area
Elizabeth River
within a line beginning
at the mouth of
Molasses.Creek and
running northeast to
a point of marsh at the
junction of Elizabeth
River and Dutchman
Creek, thence in a
northwesterly direction
along the north bank of
the river.to the
southside of the
Intracoastal
Waterway, thence in a .
westerly direction
along the southside.
of, the Intracoastal
Waterway to the mouth
of Denis Creek,
thence in a
southeasterly direction
along the south bank of
the river to the
point of beginning,
including all
tributaries within this
line.
Denis Creek
From source to
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-2-3
Intracoastal Waterway .
Piney Point.Creek
From source to Denis
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
.18-88-9-2-4
Creek
Molasses Creek
From source to
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-2-5
Elizabeth River
Coward Creek
From source to Molasses
,SA;HQW
.08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-2-5-1
Creek
Dutchman Creek
From source to CP&L
SC;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-3-(1)
(North side of
Discharge Canal
Intracoastal
Waterway)
Jump and Run
From source to Dutchman .'.SC;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-3-2
Creek
Creek
Dutchman Creek
From Intracoastal
SA;HQW
01/01/85
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-3-3
Outlet Channel
waterway to Dutchman
Creek
Calf Gulley Creek
From source to Dutchman
SC;Sw,HQW
os/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-3-3-1
Creek Outlet Channel
Page 8 of 17

Name of Stream Description
Curr. Class Date Prop. Class Basin Stream Index #
Canal to Intracoastal
Waterway
Dutchman Creek
That section of.
SA;HQW
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-3-(4)
Shellfish Area
Dutchman Creek within a
line beginning at a
point of marsh at the
junction of Dutchman
Creek and Elizabeth
River and running due
north to a point of
marsh on the north bank
of Dutchman Creek,
.thence in a
northwesterly direction
along the east bank
to the southside of the
Intracoastal
Waterway, thence in.a
westerly direction
along the southside
of the Intracoastal
Waterway to the west
bank of Dutchman Creek,
thence in a
southeasterly direction
to the point of
beginning, including
all tributaries
within this line..
Intracoastal
From mouth of Cottage
SC
08/09/81
-Cape
Fear
18-88-9-0 .5)
Waterway
Creek to Cape Fear
River
Cottage Creek
From source to
SC;Sw
04/01/59
Cape
Fear
18-88-9-4
Intracoastal Waterway'
Doshers Creek
From Intracoastal
SC
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
.18-88-10
Waterway to Cape Fear
River
Smokehouse Creek
From source to Cape
SC;HQW
08/01/90
Cape
Fear
18-88-11
Fear River
Boathouse Creek
From source to Cape
SC
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-12
Fear River
Caswell.Basin
Entire Basin
SC
08/09/81
Cape
Fear
18-88-13
Page 9 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Atlantic Ocean
The waters of the
SB
04/01/59
Cape Fear
99-(2)
Atlantic Ocean
contiguous to that
portion of the Cape
Fear River Basin that
extends from the
eastern edge of the
Lumber River Basin to
the eastern end of
Oak Island.
Atlantic Ocean
The waters of the
SB
04/01/S9
Cape Fear
99-(3)
Atlantic Ocean
contiguous to that
Portion of the Cape .
Fear River Basin that
extends from the edge
of the White Oak
River Basin to the
southwestern end of
Smith Island at a point
called Baldhead.
WACCAMAW RIVER
From source at dam at
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
Lake Waccamaw to N.C.
Hwy. 904
Juniper Creek
From source to Waccamaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7
°
River
Driving Creek
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-1
Juniper Creek
Muddy Branch
From.source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-2
Juniper.Creek
Little Muddy
From source to Muddy
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-2-1
Branch
Creek
Bear Pen
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-3
Islands Swamp
Juniper Creek
First Cross Swamp
From source.to Bear Pen
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-3-1
Islands Swamp
Leonard Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-4
Juniper Creek
Honey Island
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-5
Swamp
Juniper Creek
Clear Branch
From source to Honey
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-5-1
Island Swamp
Camp Branch
From source to Honey
C;sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-5-2
Island Swamp
Second .Cross
From source to Honey
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7.-5-3
Swamp
Island Swamp
Alligator Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
'15-7-6
Juniper Creek
Page 10 of - 17.

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Bay Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-6-1
Alligator Swamp
Bell Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-6-2
Alligator Swamp
Camp Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-6-3
Alligator Swamp
Mill Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-7
Juniper Creek
Ready Branch
From source to
Mill
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-7-7-1
Branch
Horse Pen Swamp
From source to
Waccamaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-8
River
Freeland Branch
From source to
Waccamaw
.C;Sw
12/01/.63
Lumber
15-10
River
Bear Branch
From source to
Waccamaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber_
.15-11
River
Possum Branch
From source to
Waccamaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-12
River
Wet.Ash Swamp
From source to
Waccamaw
.,C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-14.
River
Mill Branch
From source to
Wet
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-14-1
Ash Swamp
South Prong Wet
From source to
Wet
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-14-2
Ash Swamp
Ash Swamp
Milliken.Swamp
From source to.Wet
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-14-3
Ash Swamp
Flat Branch
From source to
Wet
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-14-4
Ash Swamp
Gore Branch
From source to
Wet
C;Sw,
12/01/63
Lumber
15-14-5
Ash Swamp
Regan Branch
From source to
Waccamaw'
C;Sw'
12/01/63
Lumber
15-15
River
WACCAMAW.RIVER
From N.C. Hwy.
904 to
B;Sw
09/01/74
Lumber
15-(18)
North Carolina -South
Carolina State
Line
Scippio Creek
From.source to
Waccamaw,
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
.15-20
River
Stanland Branch
From source to
Waccamaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-22
River
Cawcaw Swamp
From source to
Waccamaw
C;Sw
.12/01/63
Lumber
15-23
River
Little Cawcaw
From source to
Cawcaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
.15-23-1
Swamp
Swamp
Page 11 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class Date
Prop. Class Basin
Stream Index #
Shingletree Swamp From source to Cawcaw
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-23-2
Swamp
Persimmon.Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-23-2-1
Shingletree Swamp
Hickmans Branch
From North
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-23-3
Carolina -South Carolina
State Line to Cawcaw
Swamp
.Indigo Branch
From North
CjSw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-23-4
(Indian Branch)
Carolina -South Carolina
State Line to Cawcaw
Swamp
.Earnest Branch
From source to Cawcaw
C;Sw.
12/01/63
Lumber
15-23-5
Swamp
Intracoastal
From Cape Fear River
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25
Waterway
Basin at Buoy FI R
ev. 4 sec 22 to North
Carolina -South Carolina
State Line, including
all sloughs, sounds,
..inlets and connecting.
channels
Lockwoods Folly
From source to mouth of
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-(1)
River
Royal Oak Swamp
Red Run
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-2
Lockwoods Folly River .
Boggy Branch
From source to Red Run
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-2-1
Pinch Gut Creek
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-3
Lockwoods Folly,River
.Holden Creek
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-4
Lockwoods Folly River
Ramshead Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-5
Lockwoods Folly River
River Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-6 .
Lockwoods Folly River
Midway Branch
From source to River .C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-6-1
Swamp
Sarah Hole
From source -to River
C;Sw
12/01/63..Lumber
IS.-25-1-6-2
Swamp
Rattlesnake
From source to River
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-6-3
Branch
Swamp
Middle Swamp
From source to River
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15=25-1-6-4
Swamp
Bolivia Branch
From source to Middle`
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-6-4-1
Swamp
_.Page 12 of 17

Name of Stream Description
Curr. Class Date Prop. Class Basin Stream Index #
Half Hell Branch
From source to Middle
C;Sw
12/01/63
Swamp
Clark Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lockwoods Folly River
Ford Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lockwoods Folly River
Nucitt Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lockwoods Folly River
Scotts Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lockwoods Folly River
Lockwoods Folly
From mouth of Royal -Oak
SC;HQW
08/01/90
,River
Swamp to Brunswick
County SR 1200
Royal Oak Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/91/63
Lockwoods Folly River
Little Royal
From source to.Royal
C;Sw
12/01/63
.Oak Swamp
Oak Swamp
Middle River
From source to Royal
C;Sw
12/01/63 .
Oak Swamp
Fall Swamp
From source to Middle
C;SW
12/01/63
River
Beaverdam Swamp
From source to Royal
C;Sw
12/01/63
Oak Swamp
Doe Creek (Big
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Doe Creek)
Lockwoods Folly River
Little Doe Creek
.From source to Doe
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Creek
Sandy Branch
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
(Lennon Creek)
Lockwoods Folly River
Pamlico Creek
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
.08/01/90
(Pompeys Creek)
Brunswick County SR
ills
Pamlico Creek
From Brunswick County
SC;HQW
08/01/90
(Pompeys Creek)
SR 1115 to Lockwoods
Folly River
Lockwoods Folly
From Brunswick
SA;HQW
12/13/79
River
County, SR 1200 to
Intra-coastal Waterway
Stanberry Creek
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lockwoods Folly River
Mill Creek
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Brunswick County SR
1112
Lumber
15-25-1-6-4-2
Lumber
15-25-1-7
Lumber
15-25-1-8
Lumber
ls-25-1-9
Lumber
'15-25-1-10
Lumber
15-25-1-(11)
Lumber
15-25-1-12
Lumber
Lumber
Lumber
Lumber
15-25-1-12-1 '
15-25-1-12-2
15-25-1-12-2-1
15-25-1-12-3 .
Lumber
15-25-1-13.
Lumber
15-25-1-.13-1
Lumber
15-25-1-14
Lumber
15-25-1-15-(1)
Lumber
15-25-1-15-1 2)
Lumber 15-25-1-(16)
Lumber 15-25-1-17
Lumber 15-25-1-18-(1)
Page 13 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Mill Creek
From Brunswick County
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-18-(2)
SR 1112 to Lockwoods
Folly River
Mullet Creek
From source to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-19
Lockwoods Folly River
Lockwoods Creek
From source to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-2S-1-20
Lockwoods Folly River
Spring Creek
From source to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-1-21
Lockwoods Folly River
Shallotte River
From source to N.C.
C;Sw,HQW
.08/01/90
Lumber
Hwy. 130
.Saw Pit Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-2
Shallotte River
Cool Run
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-2S-2-3
Shallotte River
McMilly Swamp
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-4
Shallotte River
Lookout Branch
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
.15-25-2-4.5
Shallotte River
Shallotte.River
From N.C. Hwy. 130-to
SC
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-_(S)
U.S. Hwy. 17
Meetinghouse
From source to
C;Sw
03/01/77
Lumber
.15-25-2-6
Branch
Shallotte River
Mulberry ,Branch
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-.2-7
Shallotte River
Williams Branch
From source to Mulberry
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15,25-2-7-1
..Branch
Shallotte River
From U.S. Hwy. 17 to
SC;HQW
.08/01/90
Lumber
IS-25-247.5)
mouth of the Mill Pond
Woodward Branch
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-8
(Charles Branch)
Shallotte River
Sharron Creek
From source to Williams
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-9-(I)'
(Grissett Swamp)
Branch
Sharron Creek
From Williams Branch to
SC;HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-9-(2)
(Grissett Swamp)
Shallotte River
Williams Branch
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-9-3
Sharron Creek (Grissett
-
Swamp)
Shallotte River
From mouth of The
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-(10)
Mill Pond to
Intracoastal Waterway
The Mill Pond
From source to a
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-2S-2-11-(1)
point 1.0 mile below
Brunswick County SR
1145
Page 14 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Curr. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
The Mill Pond
From a point 1.0 mile
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-11-(2)
below Brunswick
County SR 1145 to
Shallotte River
Sams Branch
From source to proposed
B;Sw,HQW
.08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-12-(1)
dam approximately 3/4
mile upstream from
Shallotte River channel
Sams Branch
From proposed dam
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-12-(2) _
approximately 3/4
mile upstream from
Shallotte River channel
to Shallotte River
Middle Dam Creek
From source to
SC;HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-13
Shallotte River
The Swash
From source to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-14
Shallotte River
Shallotte Creek
From source to Bell
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-15-(1)
Branch
Ox Pen Branch
From source to
C;Sw,HQW.
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-15-2
Shallotte Creek
Shallotte Creek
From Bell Branch to
SA;HQW
12/O1/63
Lumber
15-25-2-15-(3).
Shallotte River
' Bell Branch
From source to
C;Sw,HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-15-4
Shallotte River
Gibbs Creek
From source to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-15.5
Shallotte River
Saucepan Creek
From source to
SA;.HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-16
Shallotte River
Jinnys Branch
From source to a
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-16-1-(l)
point 0.5 miles
upstream of Brunswick.
County SR 1154
Jinnys Branch
From a point 0.5
C;Sw,HOW
08/91/90
Lumber
15-25-2-16-1-(1.5)
miles upstream of
Brunswick, County SR'
1154 to N.C. Hwy. 179
Jinnys Branch
From N.C. Hwy. 179 to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-16-1-(2)
Saucepan Creek
Little Saucepan
From source to Saucepan
SC;HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-16-2
Creek
Creek
Old Mill Creek
From source to Saucepan
SC;HQW
08/01/90
Lumber
15-25-2-16-3
Creek
Goose Creek
From source to
C;Sw
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-2-16-4-(1)
Brunswick County SR
1143
Page 15 of 17

Name of Stream
Description
Cum. Class
Date Prop. Class
Basin
Stream Index #
Goose Creek
From Brunswick County
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber.
15-25-2-16-4-(2)
SR 1143 to Saucepan
Creek
Big Gut Slough
From source to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-3
Intracoastal Waterway
Kilbart Slough
From source.to
SA;HQW
12/01/63 _
Lumber
15-'25-4
Intracoastal Waterway
Gause Landing
From Kilbart Slough
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-5
Creek
to Intracoastal
Waterway
Eastern Channel
Entire Channel
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber _
15-25-6
Clam Creek
From source to Easter
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-6-1
Channel
Sols Creek
From Eastern Channel to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-7
Intracoastal Waterway
Still Creek -
From Easter Channel
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-8
to Intracoastal
Waterway
Jinks Creek
From Eastern Channel to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-9
Intracoastal Waterway
-
Cooter Creek
From source to Jinks
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15.-25-9-1
Creek .
The Big Narrows
From Jinks Creek:to
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-10 �.
Intracoastal Waterway
Slane Creek
Entire Creek
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-11
Fox Creek
From source to Slane
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-11-1
Creek
Salt Boiler Creek
From source to Slane
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-11-2
Creek
Bull Creek
From source to Slane
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-2S-11-3'
Creek
Little River
Entire portion
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-12 .
located in North
.Carolina
Dead Backwater
From source to Little
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-12-1
River
East River
From source to Dead
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-12-1-1
Backwater
Bonaparte Creek
From Intracoastal
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-12-2
Waterway to Little
River
.Clayton Creek
From Intracoastal
SA;HQW
12/01/63
Lumber
15-25-12-3
Waterway to Little.
River
Page 16 .of 17

Name of Stream Description Curr. Class Date Prop. Class Basin Stream Index#
Calabash River From source to North SA;HQW 12/01/63 Lumber 15-25-13
Carolina -South Carolina
State Line
Hangman Branch From source to.Calabash SA;HQW 12/01/63 Lumber 15-25-13-1
River
Page 17 of 17

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(a) All waters bordered on the east by a line beginning at a poini on the north shore of lie Intracoastal Waterway at 33' 51' m
IS" N - 79" 29' 09" W; thence across the waterway through 1 CWW rl. Beacon 41 UI to Ilie south shoir-at 33° 5,' 14" N - N
78° 29' 08" IV; and all wafers in Jinks Creek bordered o,} the south by a straight line beginning at a point on the cast shore
at 33° 52' 51" N - 78° 29' 56" W; thence in a straight line across !be creek to a point on the tivest shore a[ 33° 5T 48' N -
78° 39 00" W; thence following the shoreline of the marsh (to include all waters west of the south shoreline of links -
Creek) to apoint an the north shore of 1he Sunset Beach Canals al 33' 52' 31" N - 780 293411 W; thence across the canal to
a point on the south shore at S3° 52' 29" N - 78' 29' 33" W, (to include all of Sunset Beach Canals); and bordered on the
west by the South Carolina State line.
(b) Calabash Creek - All those waters in Calabash Creek upstream of the South Carolina state line.
(c) Sunset Beach Canals - All those waters in Sunset Beach Canals mist of a line bel imaing at a paint at 33" 52' 31 " N - 78' -fl
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Blone Creek,- the. Big Narrows. a portion of Jinks Creek, Sunset Beach Canals and the Intracoastal Waterway to the South
Carolina state line.
(11) Pelican Pointe Marina - Alf those waters within 100 feet of Pelican Pointe Marina.
(el Clause Landing Area -All ivalers upstream of a straight line beginning at a point on the north shore of ICWW at 33° 53'
52" N - 78" 25' 43" W; [hence in a weslerly direction to in point on the north shore of the ICWW at 33' 53' 43" N- 78126
-I 1 " 1.11. near Game Landing.
OCEAN ItiLE 13EACII AREA:
( I� A II waters honleirif on [lie north by a straight line across the creek beginning at a point on the east shore at 33° 53' 38' N -
78' 26' 36" W; thence lu the west shore at 33° 53' 38" N - 78' 26' 38" W; and bordered on the west by a line beginning on
the south shore at 330 53' 18" N - 78° 26' 30" W; thence across the creek to the north shore at 33° 53' 20" N-78°26' 30"
% ; to include all trtbutaries.
(b) All those waters in Ocean Isle Beach Canals from the entrances upstream.
(h) All those waters bounded by a line beginning at a point near the south side of the Ocean Isle Beach Bridge at 33° 5' 43" N
- 78' 26' 22" W; thence in an easterly direction to a point on the shore at 33° 53' 45" N - 78° 25' 57' W; thence southerly
fallowing the shoreline bade to the point of beginning. "
(i) All (hose staters in [he Intracoastal Walmvay bordered on the east beginning at a point on the north shore at 33' 54' 03" N -
78° 25' 06" W; thence in a straight tine through ICWW Channel Marker A 89 to a point on the south shore at 33' 53' 58" N -
78° 25' 04" W; and bordered on the west beginning at a point on the north shore ar 3P Ss` 52e N - in' 25' 5.i'' -Ar; thence in
a straight line through ICWW Channel Marker # 91 to a point on the south shore at 33' 53' 47" N - 78° 25' 51" W.
(j) fill those waters in the hitrtcnatilal W.►rerVay i7orderCd on Hite mcii licginning 300 y ajds C'dJt of JC W 1�.t74rZiC1 T�1ar;l�ae `35
at a point on the norili thereat 3.1° 53' a0" N -78° 2T 06" W; thence in a straight line across the ICWW to apoint are the
south shore at 33' 53' 33" N - 78' 27' 04" W. and bordered on the west beginning 300 yards westof ICWW Channel Marker
11 97 at a point on the north shorn at 33° 53'-3 M" N - 78' 27' 50" W; thence in a straight line across the ICWW to a paint on
the soulh shore at 33° 5T 26" N - 79' 27' 48" W.

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the west shore at 33° 5600" N - 78° 13' 12" W; thence through Channel Marker #6 to a pohd on the east shore at 330 56
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54' 57" N - 780 12' S2" W; thence to apoint on thenorth shore at 33° 55' 04" N - 78° IT 47" W.
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78°13.0843'W; running southwesterlyto apoint 33°55.815I'N - 78°13.1746'W; naming norihwesterlyto apoiat
33"55.8427'N-.780132065'W al the she relinne.
(e) All those waters along the canal on, the east shore ofthe Lockuoods Folly River within the boundaries beginning at a
point 33°56.0606N - 78°12.4035' W at the shoreline; running westerly to a point 33°56.0527'N - 78°12-4822' W; running
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(b) AU waters upstream from a straaiight line beginning at a point on the east shore at 330 54' 55" N - 78° 18' 26" W; thence to
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APPENDIX VI
Polio° Area:, w .. r
Irrh fff drit
omments
8.0
The County staff, Planning Board, and Board of County
Ongoing
General Vision Policy
Commissioners shall employ the policies contained in this
implementation.
We, the residents, businesses, and property owners of Brunswick
land use plan on a routine basis in evaluating development
County shall seek to preserve and enhance our natural and human
proposals and other matters concerning land use.
resources, and will plan for and accommodate future growth while
simultaneously maintaining and improving the quality of life for current
and future residents.
8.1
Resource Protection Policies
In February 2005, the Brunswick County Board of
The natural and scenic resources of Brunswick -County enable many
County Commissioners adopted a resolution in
business owners and employees to earn a livelihood, residents to have a
support of the Lower Cape Fear Stewardship
high quality of life, and visitors to enjoy the many attractive features of
Development Program in support of low -impact design
the area. Brunswick County, through its policies and actions, shall not
and cluster development concepts. This Program
support or approve any action which would significantly jeopardize the
encourages and recognizes development that employ
long term viability of our natural and scenic resources.
conservation by design techniques to preserve natural
resources.
See specific Implementation Actions listed below as they
pertain to specific policy issues.
8.1.1
Constraints To Development: Soils, Septic Tank Suitability, Flooding
8.1.1(a)
(1) Ongoing efforts to incorporate U.S. Soil Conservation
Development is encouraged to locate in areas without soil suitability
Service detailed soil classification maps into the County's
problems and where infrastructure is available. In areas where
geographic information system (GIS) will continue.
suitability problems exist, engineering solutions are supported to the
(2) Plans to produce detailed topographic mapping (2'
extent that the natural environment is not compromised.
contour, intervals) in the County's GIS will continue.
8.1.1(b)
The County Health Department will continue to implement
In the absence of sewer facilities, the County shall work cooperatively
internal procedures to make the review and approval
with property owners to evaluate site suitability for septic tank use.
process for septic tank permits more customer service
When soil conditions are such that, in the opinion of County sanitarians,
oriented.
Brunswick County Core CAMA Land Use Plan
Draft Policy Implementation
Revised

Polk" Area=
Irii IementatiQn"Action
Commen`ka ` z
health or environmental standards would be compromised, full
explanation of the reasons for denial shall be given, and alternatives for
possible solutions provided.
8.1.1(c) .
(1) The County will continue to enforce the local flood
Brunswick County supports the administration and enforcement of
damage prevention ordinance.
applicable flood plain management regulations and the national flood
insurance program.
(2) Efforts to disseminate flood insurance rate maps to
Realtors, developers, financial institutions, and insurance
agencies will continue.
(3) Efforts by FEMA to . update the County's flood
In progress. Statewide
insurance rate maps will be encouraged and supported.
Floodplain Mapping
Upon completion, such mapping should be incorporated
Initiative.
into the Count 's GIS system.
8.1.2
(1) The County's commitment to the protection of coastal
Areas of Environmental Concern
wetland AEC's will continue through County financial and
Brunswick County will support and enforce, through its local CAMA
staff support for the minor CAMA permit program.
permitting capacity, the State policies and permitted uses in the Areas of
(2) Major CAMA permit reviews and comment by the
Environmental Concern (AEC's). Such uses shall be in accord with the
general use standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, public
County's 'staff will include references to the County's land
trust areas and ocean hazard areas as stated in 15A NCAC Subchapter
use policies. Also, the County will request that the State
7H.
consult with the County on all interpretations of the Land
Use Plan, its policies, and land classification map, so that
consistent State/Local interpretations will be achieved.
8.1.2(a) .
Due to the critical role that wetlands play in protecting the quality of
estuarine waters and in providing habitat for fish and wildlife, Brunswick
County strongly supports the efforts of State and. Federal agencies to
properly designate and preserve coastal wetlands. Such preservation
shall be balanced with the economic and community values of piers,
docks, and marinas which serve the public, whether they be publicly or
privately owned:
Brunswick County Core CAMA Land Use Plan
Draft Policy Implementation
Revised
2

Polic' Area- ._, .. ,..' ... 3 _ - _ _ ,,
°Im lementatibn'Actian
Comments'
8.1.2(b)
(1) The County adopted a Stormwater Quality
Review and
Estuarine Water AEC's
Management & Discharge Control Ordinance in
modifications to
Developments and mitigation activities which support and enhance the
September 2002.
Stormwater Ordinance
natural function, cleanliness, sanity, and circulation of estuarine water
and other land
resources shall be supported.
development
regulations will occur
on an as needed basis.
(2) The County will call upon the North Carolina
Study has not started.
Department of Transportation to conduct a study of road
drainage patterns within the Lockwood Folly watershed.
The study will examine, for example, the effects of direct
ditching to estuarine waters and potential corrective
actions.
(3) The County, in conjunction with the North Carolina
Coastal Federation, received an EPA Grant in 2005' to
study and select appropriate growth management
strategy(ies) for the Lockwood Folly River Watershed.
(4) The County will consider the creation of a shoreline
Shoreline Overlay
overlay district as part of an overall zoning ordinance.
Such overlay district might include requirements for more
District has not been
created.
intense review of proposed drainage, and limitation on the
type of land uses allowed within the overlay district.
(5) The County shall review the Cape Fear River Corridor
Certain
study with the intent of implementing as many
recommendations have
recommendations as can be deemed feasible by County
been incorporated in
decision -makers.
town ordinances.
(6) The County will continue to press for action to the US
Ongoing.
Army Corps of Engineers and in Congress or elsewhere,
to approve funding for the Section 206 Aquatic Habitat
Restoration Project and other studies and dredging to
reopen the eastern channel of the Lockwood Folly River.
(7) The County shall continue to support implementation
Also supported via
of a natural buffer program adjacent to all streams and
Phase II Stormwater
drainage ways in the County via Stormwater Quality
Regulations.
Management & Dischar a Ordinance.
Brunswick County Core CAMA Land Use Plan
Draft Policy Implementation
Revised
3

PAlic° .Area'>..,
Irri Ieme�itaton Actwn s #
Go"rn'imenta
8A.2(c)
(1) The -County will support implementation of newly
Ongoing.
Public Trust Waters AEC's
revised State standards concerning pier length and
The community's need for piers and docks; whether publicly or privately
obstruction of shallow -water navigation in the County's
owned, shall be tempered by the rights of the public for the free and
public trust waters.
open use of public trust waters for navigation, shell fishing, and other
(2) The County updated the 1990 Shoreline Access
Plan has been updated.
uses. Efforts of State and Federal agencies to limit the length of docks
Plan in 2003.
and piers as they project into estuarine waters are especially supported.
8.1.2(d)
(1) The County will consider the creation of a shoreline
Shoreline Overlay
Estuarine Shoreline AEC's
overlay district as part of an overall zoning ordinance.
District has not been
Brunswick County supports the protection and preservation of its
Such overlay district might include requirements for more
created.
estuarine shorelines; as enforced through the application of CAMA use
intense review of proposed drainage, and limitations on the
standards.
type of land uses allowed within the overlay district.
8.1.2(e)
(1) The County will continue to support proper
County has a local
Ocean Hazard AEC's
enforcement of applicable CAMA regulations for ocean
CAMA officer and works
Brunswick County supports state and federal standards for the
hazard area AEC's. -
closely with the State
management of development in the ocean hazard AEC's under the .
Regional Office in
County's planning jurisdiction: the Baptist assembly grounds and part of
Wilmington.
Bird Island.
8.1.2(f)
(1) Brunswick County shall continue to be an active
County participates in
Public Water Supply AEC's
participant in the meetings of the NC Coastal Resources
public hearings and
Brunswick County supports the designation of Public Water Supply
Commission to stay abreast of opportunities available at
stays abreast of
AEC's when such designation meets State prerequisites and when such
the County and State level to protect critical resources
proposed rule changes.
action is deemed necessary to ensure the. long term viability of the
through the AEC component of the State. coastal
County's public water supplies.
management program.
8.1.2(g)
(1) Inkeeping.with the implementation action immediately
No studies currently
Natural and Cultural Resource AEC's
above, the County supports appropriate State studies to
underway.
Brunswick County supports the selective designation of appropriate
examine areas within Brunswick County for possible AEC
areas as natural and cultural resource AEC's (Coastal Complex Natural
designation.
Areas, Coastal Areas that Sustain Remnant Species, Unique Geologic
Formations, Significant Coastal Archaeological Resources and
Significant Coastal Historical Architectural Resources).
8.1.2(h)
The County is developing its first Unified Development
Wildlife Protection
Ordinance (UDO) that will encourage preservation of
The abundance and diversity of wildlife in Brunswick County shall be
natural resources.
reserved and enhanced through protection of the, unique coastal
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ecosystems, including marshes, woodlands, open fields and other areas
upon which they depend.
8.1.3
Wetlands of Highest Function Significance .
(Awaiting development of mapped information by the State)
8.1.4
Other Hazardous or Fragile Land Areas
8.1.4(a)
(1) In the absence of AEC designation, the County
Planned unit
Freshwater Swamps, Marshes, Pocosins, and 404 Wetlands
supports efforts of the North Carolina Wildlife Resources
development (PUD)
Brunswick County will continue to support the efforts of the. CAMA
Commission to identify and designate critical habitat areas
ordinance encourages
program and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 404 permitting program
within the County, provided that opportunities for local
protection of wetlands
to preserve and protect sensitive fresh water swamp and marsh areas.
study and evaluation are included.
through private
conservation easements
and passive use of open
space adjacent to
fragile areas.
8.1.4(b)
(1) The County will include tree . preservation in the
PUD ordinance
Maritime Forests
County's new Unified . Development Ordinance,
encourages tree
Maritime forests in Brunswick County shall receive a high level of
environmental protection when considering public and private sector
particularly regarding open space . provisions.
Consideration shall be given to a ,means of addressing
preservation.
uses. When development is considered, preferred usage shall be for
outstanding and historic trees, including but not limited to,
low intensity or clustered development forms, which preserve the
significant live oaks and maritime forest.
majority of forest cover. (See also Policy 8.3.17 Tree Cover and
Landscaping)
8.1.4(c)
(1) Regardless of whether, ORW designation is
Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
accomplished, the County will consider creating a special
Brunswick County supports State and local efforts to restore the water
shoreline overlay district within the County's overall zoning
quality of the Lockwood Folly River, as well as other estuarine waters in
ordinance to protect and restore, to the extent possible,
the County, to a water quality level deserving of ORW designation.
water quality in the Count 's estuarine waters.
(2) The County will continue to press for action to the US
The County continues to
Army Corps of Engineers and in Congress or elsewhere,
support dredging of the
to approve funding for the Section 206 Aquatic Habitat
Lockwood
Restoration Project and other studies and dredging to
Folly/Galloway Flats inlet
reopen the eastern channel of the Lockwood Folly River.
area to improve water
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The County supports 'and encourages the activities of the State's
Shellfish Management Program. The County shall continue to promote
estuarine water quality through its stormwater management planning
and stormwater runoff policies. See Section 8.1.7
8.1.4(e)
(1) Demands on the County's groundwater resources will
Water Supply Areas/Other Waters with Special Values
be relieved through continued expansion of the County -
The County's ground water resources, including but not limited to the
wide water system, including the feasibility of tapping into
Castle Hayne aquifer, shall be recognized as an invaluable source of
the Pee Dee aquifer, or drawing water from surface water
public and private potable water and shall receive the highest level of
sources in addition to the Cape Fear River.. Brunswick
protection when considering County policies, standards and actions,
County completed a. USGS Hydrogeology and
including the possible creation of a special overlay district.
Groundwater Quality Study of Brunswick County, NC
study in 2003.
(2) In keeping with the recommendations contained in the
recently completed Aquifer Sensitivity Study (See Section
8.1.5), the County shall take appropriate measures to
ensure the long term protection of the County's critical
groundwater resources.
(3) The County shall inquire of State coastal management
Ongoing.
officials as to the feasibility of - designating the. 211
groundwater treatment plant wells as AEC's.
8.1.4(f)
(1) Brunswick County will encourage the State to update
Cultural and Historic Resources
the current list of cultural and historic resources in
Brunswick County encourages efforts to protect cultural and historic
Brunswick County.
resources to preserve their cultural, educational and aesthetic values
and qualities.
8.1.4(g)
(1) Brunswick County will continue to provide staff
Airport Height Control
Manmade Hazards
assistance in support of air space zoning for the Brunswick
Ordinance adopted
Brunswick County will seek to minimize potential land use conflicts and
County Airport, in keeping with the wishes of the jurisdiction
1998.
hazards related to development in areas near existing, potentially
within which the airport falls, the . Southeast Sanitary
hazardous facilities..
District.
8.1.4(h)
The County shall continue to encourage the development
Hazardous Materials and Events
of emergency response plans for specific industries in the
Plans for the safe transportation of hazardous materials, for the
area. All such plans should be fully coordinated with the
prevention and clean-up of spills of toxic materials, and for the
County's emergency management function.
evacuation of area residents in response to hazardous events shall be
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8.1.5
Protection of Potable Water SuppI
8.1.5 (a)
(1) Brunswick County will encourage State efforts to
Ongoing.
Brunswick County supports Federal, State and local efforts to protect the
prepare targeted studies and effective policies on water
quantity and quality of water in the Cape Fear River, whether such
allocation, inter -basin transfers, water quality impacts, etc.
protection involves controls over point source discharges, surface runoff,
as these issues affect the Cape Fear River.
inter -basin water transfers, or other appropriate means, including
(2) The County shall generally support initiatives in the
Brunswick County was
upstream activities.
General Assembly to reduce levels of pollutants and
represented on the
nutrient loading in the Cape Fear River. Support for
Phase II Stormwater
specific measures shall be based upon the rationality and
Statewide Stakeholders
logic of each proposal.
group.
8.1.5(b)
(1) The County shall take appropriate measures to ensure
USGS study underway.
Brunswick County supports federal, state and local efforts to protect the
the long-term protection of the County's critical
quantity and quality of water in the region's groundwater system,
groundwater resources, consistent with the
whether such protection involves controls over the location and
recommendations . set . forth in the groundwater
management of activities involving hazardous substances, restrictions
management and conservation study prepared by hydro
on groundwater drawdowns, or any other activity which would jeopardize
geologist Ralph Heath and the Hydrogeology and
the short and long term viability of groundwater resources.
Groundwater Quality Study of Brunswick County, NC
by USGS.
-study
(2) The County shall conduct a study of the quality of
USGS study underway.
groundwater in the County, based on available
County well ordinance
groundwater information related to existing well sites and
(1999) sets standards
known data, with one of the objectives being to create the
for new well construction
mapping necessary to support an aquifer protection
and for proper closure of
overlay.
abandoned wells. An
aquifer protection
overlay district has not
been created.
8.1.5(c)
(1) The County shall continue with appropriately tailored
County has closed water
Brunswick County will continue improvements to and expansion of the
engineering studies to accurately model the County's
system loops and
County's potable, piped water supply system, with emphasis on the
existing system, with an 'eye toward maximizing efficiencies
electronically monitors
development of a self supporting operation, where costs are assigned in
and costs. The feasibility of water districts shall continue to
the system for efficiency.
relative proportion to the benefits conveyed.
be explored.
Five Water and Sewer
Districts were
established in May
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8.1.5(d)
(1) The County shall promulgate clear, written policies
Policy in place.
So as to facilitate the orderly development of the County water system,
regarding water system extensions and tap on policies.
Brunswick County shall establish and maintain utility extension and tap -
on policies designed to address the timing, location, priorities and
sequence, etc. of system expansion.
8.1.6
(1) The County shall continue to partner with area utility
Interlocal agreements
Package Sewage Treatment Plants
districts to encourage the proper development of regional
between County and
Brunswick County advocates the development and use of regional
sewer systems and complete construction of the
municipalities/sanitary
sewage treatment plants over smaller, privately operated package
sewage treatment plants. When package treatment plants are
employed, they should be designed to allow for future connections to a
2-plant regional (North Brunswick and West
Brunswick) Wastewater Treatment Systems.
sewer, districts are in
lace,
(2) The County shall encourage the State to enforce strict
Ongoing.
larger regional system.
compliance in the operation of package treatment plants.
8.1.7
Stormwater Runoff
8.1.7(a)
(1) The County will continue to improve upon regulations
Subdivision ordinance
Brunswick County. shall take a proactive role in the development of
stormwater management and design standards intended to protect the
dealing with runoff from proposed development. Included
shall be potential modifications to the newly created UDO
includes limitation to 5%
additional runoff post
qualityof the Count s streams, rivers, marshes and estuarine systems.
regulations and Stormwater Management Ordinance.
construction.
8.1.7(b)
(1) The County has Incorporated a 30' natural buffer
Phase II Stormwater
Brunswick County shall support a program of vegetated buffers adjacent
program adjacent to all streams in the County. The County
regulations will mandate
to all streams, rivers, marshes and estuarine waters and other
will look into the availability of funding available through the
stream buffers.
contaminants into area surface waters.
Clean Water Management Trust Fund of the State of North
Carolina.
(2) The County will call upon the NC DOT to conduct a
Study is not underway.
study of road drainage patterns within the Lockwood Folly
Watershed. The study will examine, for example, the
effects of direct ditching to estuarine waters and potential
corrective actions.
(3) The County will consider the creation of a shoreline
Shoreline Overlay
overlay district as part of an overall zoning ordinance.
District has not been
Such overlay. district might include requirements for more
created.
intense review of proposed drainage, and limits on the type
of land uses allowed within the overlay district.
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(1) The County will continue to supportand improve upon
Subdivision ordinance
Brunswick County shall advocate a policy of stormwater runoff
existing regulations dealing with runoff from proposed
revisions and Phase II
management in which post -development runoff has a rate of flow and
development. This shall include potential modifications to
Stormwater regulations.
volume which approximates, as closely as practical, pre -development
the County's newly UDO.
conditions.
8.1.8(a)
(1) The County shall update the 1990 Shoreline Access
Shorelines Access Plan
Marinas
Plan during the next five year period. The update will
has not been updated.
As a means of providing public access to area ,surface waters,
incorporate marina development and a water use plan.
Brunswick County encourages environmentally responsible marina
development in accordance with State CAMA standards for AEC's.
Marina facilities also shall be evaluated for site specific compatibility with
surrounding land uses, as well as for aesthetic concerns,. parking,
access, and available services.
8.1.8(b)
The County shall implement specific zoning standards to
No zoning standards
Floating Home Development
discourage or prohibit floating homes from locating in the
have been developed.
Brunswick County discourages floating home development anywhere in
County's public trust waters. In doing so, the County will
the waterways, public trust waters, and along the shorelines of the
study other coastal counties such as Carteret County and
County, so as to prevent the unwanted "consumption" of the County s
New Hanover County for examples of appropriate local
limited estuarine surface waters.
regulations and standards. Such requirements shall be
supported by the County's new UDO..
8.1.8(c)
Major CAMA permit
Moorings and Mooring Fields
required.
The desirability of freestanding moorings and mooring fields shall be
evaluated on a case by case basis in accordance with CAMA
development policies and standards. The unimpeded use . of and
navigation within public trust surface waters by the boating shall be of
concern.
8.1.8(d)
Several dry stack
Dry Stack Storage
storage facilities have
To minimize "consumption" of valuable public trust surface waters, dry
been permitted by
stack storage marinas generally shall be preferred over wetslip marinas.
CAMA.
Dry stack storage facilities shall be evaluated for site specific
compatibility with surrounding land uses, as well as for aesthetic
concerns, parking, access, and available services.
8.1.8 a
Ongoing. A uaculture
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management and
Due to the important role of commercial and recreational fishing to the
maintenance of fish and
economy and cultural heritage of Brunswick County, the County shall
shellfish farming
encourage and support commercial fishing operations and sports fishing
operations) is being
operations, provided that such operations meet all applicable
encouraged through the
development standards and are otherwise consistent with the policies of
aquaculture technology
area local and State governments.
program at Brunswick
Community College and
South Brunswick High
School.
8.1.9
(1) The County will continue to implement, strengthen
Industrial performance
Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas
and enforce industrial performance standards in the new.
standards have been
Industries shall be encouraged to locate in suitable, non -fragile areas.
UDO.
adopted.
Environmental impacts on air, land and water resources, as well as
(2) The land classification map and zoning ordinance will
Done
compatibility with surrounding land uses and the availability of required
identify areas particularly suitable for industrial
services, shall be factors employed in evaluating the merits of any
development.
articular industrial development proposal.
8.1.10
(1) The County will continually improve its new UDO
Development of Sound and Estuarine System Islands
regulations to provide for proper environmental protection
Development . of sound and estuarine system islands, While not
and development on sensitive estuarine system islands.
encouraged, is permitted, provided that impacts on the natural
environment are properly mitigated. If such islands must be developed,
low intensity uses such as open space, recreation, and very low density
residential shall be the preferred. uses. When such Islands are deemed
to have greater than local significance, the County encourages the State
or Federal government to purchase these environmentally sensitive
areas for the benefit of all residents of the State.
8.1.11
(1) The County will continue to enforce the flood
Ongoing.
Development within area that might be susceptible to sea level rise or
protection ordinance as a means of ensuring that new
shoreline erosion development within areas susceptible to sea level rise,
development in low-lying areas is consistent with the
shoreline erosion, and/or wetland loss, should take into consideration
limitations of the land and incorporate the adopted
such conditions upon initial development. In the event - such
Lumber River and Cape Fear River Flood Maps. .
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development is later threatened by shoreline loss, the County shall
(2) The County will continue to support CAMA standards
Ongoing.
support the AEC use standards governing shoreline protection and
for Ocean Hazard AEC's and Inlet Areas, to the extent that
management. The County will not permit efforts to harden the shoreline
the County has jurisdiction.
in an attempt to counteract such conditions; however, this policy shall
not preclude the use of innovative shoreline preservation techniques as
approved by the Coastal Resources Commission.
8.1.12
(1) The County will continue to support. CAMA standards
County staff provides
Upland Excavation for Marina Basins
for the development of marinas in upland locations.
review and comment on
Brunswick County supports the development of marina basins in upland
CAMA standards and
sites in accordance with CAMA standards. Marina basins also shall be
applications for permits.
evaluated for site specific compatibility with surrounding land uses, as
well as for aesthetic concerns, parking, access, and available services.
8.1.13
(1) Brunswick County will continue to support State and
County staff . provides
Marsh Damage from Bulkhead Installation
Federal standards for environmentally sensitive bulkhead
review and comment on
Brunswick County supports State and Federal standards which seek to
installations.
CAMA standards and
prevent or minimize marsh damage from bulkhead or rip rap installation.
applications for permits.
The County recognizes however, that some limited marsh damage may
be necessary to provide for otherwise environmentally sound
development.
8.1.14
See implementation actions under Sections 8.1.5 through
UDO and Phase II
Water Quality Problems and Management Measures
8.1.7, especially.
Stormwater regulations.
Brunswick County shall encourage and support State and Federal
standards which seek to prevent or minimize adverse water quality
impacts. The County shall work proactively with the State on measures
to reduce stormwater runoff rates, soil erosion and sedimentation, and
point source discharges into area waters.
8.1.15
(1) Brunswick County shall intervene as necessary on
Air quality standards are
Air Quality .
behalf of County residents whomay be affected by
established in the zoning
Brunswick County shall encourage and support State and Federal
inadequate air quality controls. Such intervention may
ordinance and will be
standards which seek to prevent or minimize adverse air quality impacts.
range from informal discussions with local industries to
updated in the new
The County shall work constructively with State and Federal agencies
more rigorous communications with industry or State
UDO.
and local industries on measures to reduce or eliminate air quality
environmental officials.
problems, including odor problems that may not fall under
prescribed environmental standards.
8.2
Resource Production and Management Policies
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In March 2005, the ,County Board of Commissioners
Basic Policy., Statement Regarding Resource Protection and
officially supported NCDWQ's request to reclassify
Management
120.83 acres In the Green Swamp Preserve and Myrtle
Brunswick County is one of the most biologically diverse areas in the
Head Preserve to Unique Wetlands classification.
State of North Carolina. The County shall take no action nor approve of
any action which would seriously or irreparable harm the long term blo-
diversity and productivity of the area
8.2.1.
The . County adopted the Voluntary Agriculture District
Productive Agricultural Lands
(VAD) and has voluntarily enrolled 18,361 acres as of.
May 2005.
8.2.1(a)
(1) The new UDO will be reviewed from time to time as to
County has adopted a
The continued agricultural use of Brunswick County's remaining
standards for preservation and protection of the better
voluntary agricultural
farmlands shall be encouraged through proactive planning for
agricultural lands in the County.
district ordinance.
agricultural and open space preservation as well as through growth
management policies which favor distinct, "town and country' style
(2) The County will encourage State and Federal
governments to develop appropriate regulations over storm
County, encourages use
of best management
development patterns.
drainage and soil erosion from agricultural and forestry
practices (BMPs).
activities.
8.2.1(b) -
The County shall encourage area residents to participate in
Includes pesticide and
Brunswick County encourages the planning, installation and 'on -going
the master gardening program offered by the Cooperative
herbicide application
maintenance of community -based "cooperative gardens". Such gardens
Extension Service.
training.
may -be planned as a part of new community designs, or may be
established in existing neighborhoods through the cooperative efforts of
homeowners.
8.2.2
The County shall request and shall maintain on file a copy
County relies on U.S.
Commercial Forest Lands
of applicable U.S. Forest Service standards and
Forest Service to
Commercial forestry activities shall be supported In Brunswick County,
recommendations for commercial forestry management
enforce commercial
provided significant adverse impacts on natural, resource systems are
practices.
forestry management
fully mitigated. Such activities should be conducted in accordance with
practices.
the standards and recommendations of the U.S. Forest Service. The
County also advocates the voluntary participation of commercial forestry
interests in the State of North Carolina's best management practice
program for forest management.
8.2.3
(1) The locations of mineral production and mining
The new UDO, like the
Mineral Production Areas
activities shall be controlled by County policies and
previous Zoning
Mineral production and mining activities will be considered on a case by
ordinances. No local permit shall be issued until necessary
Ordinance, will prohibit
case review of economic benefits and environmental and land use
State approvals have been granted.
the establishment of new
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impacts. Mining activities which would jeopardize the short or long term
mineral production and
viability of valuable natural resources or create hazardous conditions in
mining activities that
the County shall not be permitted.
jeopardize valuable
natural resources.
8.2.4
(1) The County will support educational seminars to
Supported by Brunswick
Commercial and Recreation Fisheries
inform local area residents and business people about the
Community College
Brunswick County supports efforts to maintain and enhance the fisheries
potential for aquaculture development in the County. Such
aquaculture program,
resource of its waters, including water quality protection measures,
nursery and habitat preservation, proper fisheries management and
enforcement, aquaculture development, and artificial reef activities.
educational seminars may include courses at County high
schools, efforts of the local Extension Service, and course
work at Brunswick Community College, and UNC-W.
Cooperative Extension
Service and Brunswick
County Board of
Education.
(2) .The County shall continue to support Brunswick
Aquaculture program
Community College in its efforts to promote local economic
has been established.
development interests to establish significant aqua -cultural
in Brunswick County.
-operations
(3) The County will continue to provide funding in support
Ongoing.
of the artificial reef program involving, for example, the
sinking of old boats and railroad cars.
(4) The County will call upon and cooperate with the State
Ongoing.
and Federal government for improved marine fisheries
management.
(5) The County will continue to press for action to the US
Ongoing.
Army Corps of Engineers and in Congress or elsewhere,
to approve funding for the Section 206 Aquatic Habitat
Restoration Project and other studies and dredging to
reopen the eastern channel of the Lockwood Folly River.
8.2.5
(1) The County Magistrate and the Sheriffs Department
Ongoing enforcement.
Off Road Vehicles
will be called upon as necessary to enforce trespassing
Brunswick County discourages the use of off -road vehicles in all fragile
laws involving off road vehicles on properly posted private
areas because of potential adverse environmental impacts.
property, as provided for in the General Statutes.
8.2,6
UDO will incorporate such tools to greater extent than
Development Impacts
New development and redevelopment activities shall not' be permitted
first Zoning Ordinance adopted In January 1994.
which would significantly degrade the quality of natural and scenic
resources in Brunswick County, prematurely diminish the predominantly
rural character of the area, or create incompatibilities of scale, design, or
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Peat or Phosphate Mining Impacts
See the general mining policy set forth previously under section 8.2.3
8.2.8
Gamelands/Hunting Clubs
Brunswick County supports efforts to maintain and enhance public and
private gamelands, including habitat protection and management and
the proper management of hunting clubs and hunting activities.
8.3
Economic and Community Development Policies
8.3.0
Basic Policy Statement Regarding Economic and Community
Development.
Brunswick County shall work to maintain a diversified local economy
while at the same . time protecting the natural and man-made
environment and improving the area as a more attractive community in
which to work, live and play. Economic and community development
initiatives which capitalize upon and enhance a distinct "town and
count character shall be especially supported.
8.3.1
(1) The County zoning ordinance contains several
The County has five
Industries Desired and Local Assets Desirable to Such Industries
manufacturing/industrial zoning districts and an "economic
satellite industrial parks.
Brunswick County encourages the development of clean industry in
development overlay' district. Such an overlay district
locations where appropriate services can be provided, where
allows the County to respond to concrete requests for new
transportation facilities are adequate, where environmental impacts can
industrial development in an appropriate and flexible
be fully mitigated, and where surrounding land uses are compatible in
manner. New UDO will continue to support.
(2) The County will continue to support efforts to actively
Ongoing.
nature. Brunswick County shall advocate the recruitment of new
industries which are compatible with area resources and economic
seek industries with higher pay' scales relative to existing
conditions, and to the extent possible, promote the upward mobility of
pay scales in the County.
(3) The. County continues to fund the . Economic
County provides annual
low and moderate income persons.
Development Commission as a principal agency in
appropriation to EDC.
recruiting new industry to the County, as well as
encouraging the expansion of existing industry.
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(4) The County will consider, when justified, funding of
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necessary infrastructure and targeted job training at the
Business Center,
Community College, in support of new industrial activities in
Brunswick Economic
Brunswick County, possibly supplemented by the full
Development Center
university system available within the state.
(Winnabow), Brunswick
Community College
satellite facility (Leland),
on site job training for
industries.
8.3.2
(1) The County shall continue with appropriately tailored
Provision of Services to Development
engineering studies to accurately model the County's
Brunswick County will strive, to the extent that area resources, prudent
existing system, with an eye toward maximizing efficiencies
budgeting, and priority setting allows, to facilitate the expansion of public
and costs. In 2005, the Brunswick County Board of
services and facilities . to meet the needs of existing and future
Commissioners initiated a Water and Wastewater
commercial, industrial, and residential development. The location and
Master Plan Study to increase water availability and
size of such services shall be coordinated with land use policies and the
improve service efficiency.
County's land development regulations.
(2) The County will continue to coordinate transportation
2001 Thoroughfare Plan
improvements in the area through updates to the County
Update.
Thoroughfare Plan, and through review and comment on
the transportation improvement program (TIP).
(3) The County will continue to participate in the
Ongoing.
development of the Wilmington Urbanized Area
Transportation Plan.
(4) The County Commissioners will review allocations for
Ongoing.
secondary road improvements on a regular basis.
(5) The County will continue to provide its coordinated
Brunswick
human services transportation program (Brunswick
Transportation System
Transit Service, Inc).
Inc. BTSI .
(6) The County will continue to serve in a coordinating
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capacity regarding extra territorial jurisdiction between
Expansion Policy in
nearby municipalities (e.g. Sunset Beach, Calabash).
effect since 1995.
8.3.3
(1) The land classification map will be employed to direct
Ongoing.
Urban Growth Pattern Desired
urban level growth to appropriate locations where services
Brunswick County shall encourage developments which contribute to a
can be provided.
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distinct "town and country" or "village and country" growth pattern. The
(2) . The County's UDO will be continually evaluated for its
Ongoing.
intent of this policy is to allow for the preservation of open space and
ability to target and direct growth to areas consistent with
productive farm and timber land, to minimize costs of extending
the land classification map, the water distribution system,
infrastructure and services, to avoid higher taxes, and minimize traffic
transportation facilities and existing and future sewer
congestion associated with modern day suburban sprawl.
systems.
(3) The County shallemploy specific provisions of all
Ongoing.
land development regulations and . infrastructure
improvements to encourage a town and country
pattern.
-development
(4) The County will continue to enforce the flood damage
Ongoing.
prevention . ordinance as a means of discouraging
inappropriate development in flood prone areas.
8.3.4 Types of Residential Development Desired
8.3.4 (a)
(1) The zoning ordinance accommodates a variety of
New UDO will continue
Brunswick County shall encourage a wide range of residential
residential development Jorms including but. not limited to:
to encourage more
development forms and products, with emphasis on . convenience to
patio homes, townhomes, manufactured homes, .zero lot
compact development
town or village based services. Residential developments. which would
line and flag lot developments, and cluster developments,
through Planned Unit
isolate residents from necessary services, thereby . inc,reasing
as well . as traditional single family subdivision
Development standards.
transportation, infrastructure, and service delivery costs, shall not be
developments.
(2) The County shall employ the UDO to encourage
County encourages
encouraged.
residential developments to occur in or near towns and
development near
villages and therefore convenient to urban services.
existing crossroad
communities.
8.3.4(b)
Land Development regulations and site plan review
Ongoing.
Multi -family development shall be located so as to have direct access to
process shall be employed to implement this policy.
a state or higher level road. Access to higher density housing through
existing lower density residential areas shall be strongly discouraged.
8.3.5
Types of Commercial Development Desired
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Brunswick County shall encourage commercial development to locate in
(1) The County shall employ, the zoning ordinance to
encourage commercial developments to occur in or near
Planned Unit
Development standards
town or village centers convenient to surrounding residential
towns and villages and therefore convenient to urban
encourage mixed -use
neighborhoods, and of a scale and design compatible . with their
services. The UDO will continue to direct commercial
projects; Transportation
surroundings. Automobile -oriented commercial strip development along
development along highways to major intersections, and in
Overlay District
the County's roadways shall be strongly discouraged. If highway
planned clusters.
discourages strip
oriented commercial development must occur, then it should be located
commercial
in a commercial "node", at the intersection of two or more state or higher
development.
level roadways.
(2) The County shall amend its development regulations
Transportation Overlay
to incorporate design standards for commercial
District zoning.
development in keeping with Policy Section 8.3.5 of this
Ian.
8.3.5(b)
(1) The UDO shall be employed to implement this policy.
Ongoing.
Office and institutional development may be employed as a transitional
land use between residences and more intensive forms of commercial
development, provided that such transitional development is compatible
in design and scale with nearby residences.
8.3.6
Redevelo ment, including Relocation of Threatened Structures
8.3.6(a)
Brunswick County supports and encourages the restoration and/or
appropriate adaptive reuse of significant and architecturally important
historic and cultural structures and sites.
8.3.6(b)
(1) The County will continue to participate in the Small
Ongoing.
Redevelopment and/or rehabilitation of substandard structures within the
Cities Community. Development Block Grant (CDBG)
County shall be supported through public and private sector initiatives
Program, including opportunities for Section 8 housing and
for the economic betterment of area residents.
affordable housing.
(2) The County will continue to work for higher paying
High school. and
jobs and enhanced economic opportunity for local area
community college
residents as a means of providing additional income to
classes provide for
residents for rehabilitation of their homes.
advanced training and
skills development.
8.3.6(c)
Recognizing that most erodible areas are within the planning
jurisdictions of the Count 's municipalities, the County nonetheless
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supports a policy of relocation and retreat, rather than shoreline
hardening; when structures are threatened by shoreline erosion. (Also
see policy 8.3.8 a regarding support for beach renourishment.
8.3.7
(1) . The County will continue to participate in the
Ongoing.
Commitment to State and Federal Programs
Transportation Improvement Program TIPprocess.
Brunswick County supports applicable State and Federal programs
(2) In 2004, Brunswick County residents approved a
Ongoing.
regarding economic and community development, especially those
$30 million bond referendum that includes, but not
programs related to better jobs, water quality, fisheries, and water and
limited to, construction , of Applied Plant Science
land transportation system improvements.
Facilities, Continuing Education Center and an Early
Childhood Education Center. The County will continue to
participate in shared funding of Brunswick Community
College.
(3) The County will continue to operate job training
Ongoing.
programs at the County Industrial Park in coordination with .
the Community College.
(4) The County will actively participate in cooperative
Ongoing.
regional economic development and strategic planning
programs, including, for example, the Cape Fear River
Corridor. Study.
8.3.8
Assistance to Channel Maintenance/Beach Renourishment
8.3.8(a)
(1) The County is committed to ongoing unified support
Resolution in support of
Brunswick. County supports the continued maintenance of navigable
for channel improvements in waterways throughout the
reconstructing flow of
channels and inlets and the renourishment of the County's beaches in a
County.
the Lockwood Folly
timely, coordinated fashion. The County will assist, in whatever non-
River. Agreement with
monetary capacity it can, to see that proper spoil areas and other
Natural Resources
channel maintenance needs are made available in support in these
efforts.
Conservation for
removal and disposal of
debris from county
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(2) The County will support efforts to place spoil materials
US Army Corps of
from channel maintenance and dredging on Brunswick
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County beaches, including each of the County's
spoil material disposal
incorporated beach municipalities, as warranted.
sites in Brunswick
County.
(3) The County will continue to press for action to the US
Resolution in support of
Army Corps of Engineers and in Congress or elsewhere,
reconstructing flow of
to approve funding for the Section 206 Aquatic Habitat
Lockwood Folly River.
Restoration Project and other studies and dredging to
reopen the eastern channel of the Lockwood Folly River.
8.3.8(b)
Brunswick County supports the existing cooperative planning and cost
sharing program among the Federal, State and municipal beachfront
communities as the most equitable and practical method for funding
beach renourishment projects.
8.3.9
(1) The County shall pursue the development of
Performance standards
Energy Facility Siting and Development
performance standards for private industry, including strict
developed for zoning
Due to the inherent conflicts with the growing, substantial, tourist -based
standards for energy facilities.
districts. .
sector of Brunswick County's economy, the development of off -shore
energy facilities and associated on -shore staging and service bases
shall -not be supported. Similarly, oil, natural gas and related refining
operations shall not be supported in Brunswick County.
8.3.10 '
Tourism
8.3.10(a)
(1) The County will continue to provide ,funding on an
Ongoing.
Brunswick County encourages the development of a high quality tourism
annual basis to the Southport -Oak Island and South
trade as a primary element of the County's economic future.
Brunswick Chambers of Commerce for tourism promotion.
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Investments in education and training, services, facilities, growth
(2) The County has begun and will continue to develop a
Annual Beach Sweep,
management, and community appearance shall be employed in
litter reduction program, the purpose of which is to educate
Spring/Fall Clean-up,
furtherance of this objective.
and organize public and private organizations and
Future Generations
individuals to enhance the County's appearance.
Litter Reduction
(3) The County also has Implemented an annual one-
Program, Adopt a
day roadside clean-up program with Volunteer County
Highway Program.
employees.
County enforcement
program for roadside
litter. Brunswick County
has implemented a
program called "ACE"
Appearance and Code
Enforcement. This
program was
established to promote
the esthetic appearance
of the County through
specific action regarding
Junked/Abandoned
Vehicles, Junked Mobile
Homes and Dilapidated
Housing.
8.3.11
Beach, Waterfront and Boating Access
8.3.11(a)
(1) The County shall update the 1990 Shoreline Access
Shoreline Access Plan
Brunswick County encourages efforts to plan for and provide public
Plan during the next five year period.
has not been updated.
access to the County's beaches, shores, rivers, streams, and
waterfronts, in accordance with the County's shoreline access plan and
commensurate with anticipated population increases.
8.3.11(b)
(1) . The County shall update the 1990 Shoreline Access
Shoreline Access Plan
The provision of boating access facilities by the County, State, towns
Plan during the next five year period.
has not been updated.
and private interest shall be encouraged and supported as an important
means of public access to area waters.
8.3.12
Beautification, Including Signs, Roadway Appearance and Litter
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(1) The County land development regulations shall be
Ongoing.
Brunswick County shall employ a combination of incentives and controls
employed to implement this policy.
to encourage beautification measures which preserve the natural
amenities of the community, especially as seen from the County's
highways and roadways.
8.3.12(b)
See action immediately above.
The County shall continually improve its signage standards so that as
the area grows, additional signage will not visually overwhelm the
County's roadways, thereby detracting from the beauty of the area and
devaluing its attractiveness as a place in which to live or vacation.
8.3.12(c)
(1) The County shall facilitate a meeting of local
Appearance Code
Brunswick County views junked cars, "permanent" yard sales, flashing
governments in the County regarding roadside litter and
Enforcement Program
signs, and other roadside clutter as eyesores in the community, a
other visual blight related activities.
Enforcement
detriment to a high quality of life, and a deterrent to tourism and
coordinated with
economic development efforts. Brunswick County shall, in cooperation
municipalities.
with the County's municipalities, work to address these problems and
eliminate them from our roadsides.
8.3.12(d)
(1) The County also has implemented an annual one -
Brunswick County shall not tolerate roadside litter and, in cooperation
day roadside clean-up program with Volunteer County
with the County's municipalities, shall enforce strict measures against
employees.
littering.
8.3.13
(1) Brunswick County will continue to provide staff
Airport Height Control
Airports
assistance in support of air space zoning for the Brunswick
Ordinance adopted June
Brunswick County supports the continued development of the Brunswick
County Airport, in keeping with the wishes of the jurisdiction
1999.
County Airport and will encourage land development patterns which
within which the airport falls, the Southeast Sanitary
allow for adequate airport expansion and improvements.
District.
8.3.14
Education
8.3.14(a)
(1) In light of the critical importance of primary education
The attainment of a quality educational system shall be recognized as a
to . the future . of Brunswick County, the County
critical factor in the future economic development and quality of life in
Commissioners, in coordination with the Board of
Brunswick County. Actions taken by the County in support of education
Education and the Brunswick Community College Board of
shall reflect the high priority given to this issue.
Trustees, and with appropriate assistance from the UNC
System, will place increasing emphasis on the
development of a quality educational system in the County.
The important linkage between a good educational system
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and economic development/quality of life issues will be
emphasized during such efforts.
8.3.14(b)
(1) Activities which encourage ongoing school visitations
Responsibility for improvements to the educational system shall not be
and workshops by parents, and by leaders in business and
placed solely with policy makers, professional educators and
industry shall be especially emphasized.
administrators. Programs and actions which emphasize (1) parental
involvement and (2) assistance from the business community shall be
strongly ursued.
8.3.14(c)
(1) The County will continue to provide support for the
Appropriate educational and training programs shall be encouraged to
Brunswick Community College Industrial Education Center,
help unemployed and underemployed local residents take advantage of
housed in.Brunswick County's Industrial Park in the Leland
business expansion and to stay abreast of new technologies.
area.
8.3.15
Solid Waste Management
8.3.15(a)
(1) Long range planning for the .County's solid waste
Local area requirements for solid waste disposal facilities shall continue
management needs, including alternative waste disposal
to be anticipated through advanced planning; facilities shall be located
methods and cooperative regional solutions, shall continue. -
and designed so as not to adversely impact significant natural or
manmade resources.
(2) The. County will continue to educate and enforce
efforts to curtail construction material dumping at trash
collection sides. .
8.3.15(b)
See implementation action (1) immediately above.
Brunswick County recognizes the need for a regional solution to the
solid waste issue and will support efforts toward that end.
8.3.15(c)
(1) The County will continue to coordinate the recycling
Research and development of recycling and resource. recovery
efforts of the incorporated municipalities in cooperation with
programs, whether publid or private, shall be encouraged and supported
those of the County.
8.3.16
(1) Efforts to improve and refine the County's zoning in
Growth and Development Controls
the unincorporated areas of the County will continue to be
Growth and development controls shall be employed to promote a "town
a priority in its new UDO. Opportunities to implement a
and country' pattern of concentrating urban services cost-effectively
town and country growth pattern shall be sought during
within developing town and village centers.
future evaluations of the ordinance.
(2) The County will support State initiatives for the
appropriate regulation of livestock production facilities.
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(3) The County will accommodate and provide proper
planning for four classes of manufactured housing, as
in the zoning ordinance and new UDO.
-specified
(4) Commercial zoning districts and driveway access
.Adopted TOZ. as
standards will be implemented and periodically refined to
development
discourage inappropriate stripping of development along
standards along major
the County's highways.
thoroughfares.
8.3.17
(1) Current efforts to revise, update and improve the
Major subdivisions
Tree Cover, Landscaping and Buffering
County's subdivision regulations, particularly with regard to
required to set preserve
The County shall encourage efforts to preserve and enhance tree cover
open space and tree preservation, will continue.
minimum percent of
in new development and redevelopment. The County also encourages
open space.
the use of native landscape plants and materials in new and existing
(2) The County shall evaluate the need for additional
Standards for parking lot
development to buffer incompatible uses, improve appearances, absorb
development standards related to parking lot landscaping
landscaping adopted.
stormwater runoff, and moderate air temperature swings.
in its LIDO.
8.3.18
Trans ort'ation
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8.3.18(a)
(1) The County will continually work to improve road
Brunswick County shall be an active participant in plans and actions
access standards to protect the integrity of significant
related to transportation improvements to and within the County.
traffic -carrying roadways through the County.
(2) The County Commissions will review allocations for
Transportation improvements shall be coordinated with land use
planning, infrastructure improvements, and economic development
secondary road improvements on a regular basis.
(3) The County will continue to provide its coordinated
efforts.
human services transportation program (Brunswick
Transit System, Inc.).
8.3.18(b)
(1) The County will continue to coordinate transportation
Brunswick County supports regional intergovernmental planning and
improvements in the area through updates to the County
cooperation for transportation improvements to and within southeastern
thoroughfare plan, and through review and comment on the
North Carolina and northeastern South Carolina.
Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).'
(2) The County will continue to participate in the
development of the Wilmington Urbanized Area
Transportation Plan such as Carolina Bays Parkway
Extension.:
8.3.18(c)
(1) The County will actively participate in cooperative
Continued use and planned development of the Cape Fear River,
Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway, and the Brunswick 'County Airport shall
regional economic development and strategic planning
programs, including for example, the . Cape Fear River
be encouraged.
Corridor Study.
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(2) Brunswick County will continue to provide
assistance in support of air space zoning for the Brunswick
County Airport, in keeping with the wishes of the jurisdiction
within which the airport falls, the Southeast Sanitary
District.
8.3.19
(1) The County shall meet with appropriate officials of the
Sunny Point Military Ocean Terminal
Sunny Point Military Ocean Terminal on an ongoing basis
Due to the regional economic significance of the Sunny Point Military
to discuss opportunities for joint long range planning for the
Ocean Terminal and its strategic role in our nation's defense system,
terminal property, areas around it, and transportation
Brunswick County supports its continued presence. The County also
facilities serving it.
supports cooperative, long range planning for the future of the terminal
property as its mission may evolve over time.
8.3.20
Capital Improvement Planning
8.3.20(a)
(1) The County shall prepare a capital improvement plan
Brunswick County shall plan ahead for the timely and cost effective
to address significant capital expenditures anticipated for
provision of major capital improvements and services on the basis of
the next five to ten years.
anticipated growth and demand.
8.3.20(b)
(1) The above mentioned CIP.shall be coordinated, to the
Coordination between the County, its municipalities, sewer districts, and
extent practical, with area municipalities and other service
major industries shall be encouraged in planning and providing for
providers.
capital facilities and services.
8.3.21
(1) Part of the above mentioned CIP shall address long
Parks and Recreation
Parks and Recreation
range park and recreation needs in the County.
Master Plan 2002-2007
As the population of Brunswick County continues to grow, the County
adopted January 2002.
shall support a commensurate increase in the development,
maintenance and . enhancement of its. parks, open space and
recreational facilities, including sound and ocean access facilities. The
County shall explore alternative means of funding for parks facilities as
necessary, including State and Federal grants, development impact
fees, park user fees, general obligation bonds, and other sources of
revenue.
8.3.22
(1) The County completed a 20-year planning
Ongoing initiative.
Long Range Planning
initiatives titled Brunswick Tomorrow: Our County,
Given the accelerated rowth of the County and projections of continued
Our Vision, Our Decision in February 2004.
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rapid growth, Brunswick County, shall continue to, embrace a bias for
(2) The Planning Board shall continue to meet twice-
Ongoing.
long range, strategic planning, with near term priorities established
monthly so as to allow for discussions of long range
annually in conjunction with the County's budget process.
planning issues on a routine basis.
8.4
Public Participation and Coordination Policies
8.4.0
Basic Policy Statement Regarding Public Participation
Brunswick County believes that an ongoing, public information program,
combined with meaningful opportunities for citizen involvement in
County decision -making, is the foundation for effective public
participation in County government.
8.4.1(a)
(1) The County will continue to conduct special public
Annual municipal/county
Public Education on Planning Issues
meetings as necessary to address important growth issues
workshop to address
Brunswick County shall continue to employ . public participation
and proposals in Brunswick County.
issues of mutual interest,
techniques at public meetings which actively involve the public in
e.g., bike trails, smart
identifying and discussing planning issues, thereby facilitating a form of
growth issues.
(2) The County will continue to provide advance notice
Ongoing.
"engaged" education. Media attention concerning such meetings is also
strongly encouraged and thankfully acknowledged for the public service
and interviews .with the press in an effort.to. inform the
they provide.
public as to the purpose of public meetings in advance of
such meetings.
8.4.1(b)
(1) The Planning Board will periodically evaluate its
Ongoing.
Continuing Public Participation In Planning.
effectiveness in achieving this policy, and will consider
Following plan adoption, Brunswick County shall employ frequent,
special actions to encourage participation.
constructive and open . regular meetings of the Planning Board and
County Commissioners as the primary vehicle for engaging public
participation in ongoing lannin issues and development projects.
8.4.1(c) Public Input in Developing Policy Statements
(1) The County will continue to provide for open meetings
Citizen input in the development of growth policies shall be supported
of the Planning Board and County Commissioners in both
through attention given to the issues and priorities which the public
the letter and spirit of the open meetings law of the State of
identified during early input meetings.
North Carolina. .
8.4.1(d) Intergovernmental Coordination in Local Government Planning
(1) The County shall continue its recent initiatives.
Effective public participation in County government planning shall also
established over the past 2-3 years in facilitation joint
include coordination with municipal governments and utility districts in
meetings of all local governments and service districts in
the County. The County shall continue to act to facilitate improved
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p g matters among local
annual
(2) The Planning Board shall facilitate an annual planning
governments in the County. The Land Classification Map of the County
symposium with the various towns on topics of common
land use plan shall be employed as a specific planning tool to identify
interest and concern. e.g. adult -oriented businesses, sign
and affirm County town and village growth centers.
regulations, landscape standards, roadside litter,
stormwater management, planned unit development
standards, etc.
8.5 Storm Hazard Mitigation/Post-Disaster Recovery, & Evacuation
Policies and Plans
8.5.0 The County shall continually seek to establish procedures and take
actions to reduce the potential for the loss of life and property damage
prior to a storm event, and to provide a framework for orderly
reconstruction in the aftermath of a hurricane or other significant
damaging event.
8.5.1(a) Storm Effect Mitigation
(1) . The County will continue to provide building
(1) High Winds: Brunswick County shall continue to enforce the North
inspections services for the unincorporated area, as well as
Carolina Building Code, particularly those provisions which require
some of the municipalities in the County, including the
construction standards to meet resistive factors, i.e. design, wind
enforcement of all provisions relative to storm safety and
velocity.
resistance.
(2) Storm Surge: Recognizing that most parts of the County subject to
(1) The County will adopt the new Lumber River and
storm surge are within the regulatory jurisdiction of municipalities,
Cape Fear River Basin Flood Maps completed by the
Brunswick County nonetheless supports the development standards of
State of NC to provide a more accurate picture of . land
the State CAMA Ocean Hazard Area of Environmental Concern (AEC).
located in hazardous locations.
These standards help ensure that structures particularly susceptible to
storm surge (e.g. first row) are set back from the ocean a *distance based
on the average annual erosion rate at that location.
(3) Flooding: The County is an active participant in the National Flood
(1) The County will continue.to enforce the flood damage
Ongoing.
Insurance Program and is supportive of its hazard mitigation elements.
prevention ordinance.
The County shall continue to seek improvements in development
standards which would result in lower insurance premiums for County
property owners. The County also supports enforcement of State and
Federal wetlands development permit processes in areas potential
susceptible to flooding.
(4) . Wave Action and Shoreline Erosion: The County is supportive of
the CAMA development permit process for oceanfront and estuarine
shoreline areas and the requisite development standards which
encourage shoreline preservation, dune stabilization, wave action
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8.5.1(b) Discouragement of Hazardous Development
The County shall review its zoning map and land
Ongoing.
(1) Brunswick County shall discourage high intensity uses and large
development ordinances concerning commercial and high
structures from being constructed within the 100-year floodplain,
intensity residential districts as related to flood prone or
erosion -prone 'areas, and other location susceptible to .hurricane and
other high hazard areas.. Appropriate zoning amendments
flooding hazards.
may then be undertaken.
(2) Brunswick County, through its Emergency Management Office shall
(1) Continual improvements of the . County's
Ongoing.
encourage each of its communities to participate in hurricane
administration of the 911 emergency systems will be
preparedness, education and information sharing programs at least once
sought.
2 The street si na a program will continue. •
Ongoing.
per year. Such public outreach programs should educate the public as
(3) The County -wide street naming and addressing
Ongoing.
to storm resistant building design and construction standards, as well as
local government policies on evacuation, reentry, restoration of services
program will continue.
and reconstruction.
(3) The County will periodically conduct studies to analyze both the
Ongoing.
feasibility and benefits of revising local . building and development
standards to lessen the effects of storm damage. Included shall be an
examination of the County's floodplain management, land development
and buildinn standards.
8.5.1(c) Public Land Acquisition
Brunswick County shall participate in the purchase of land parcels
located in hazard areas or rendered unbuildable by storms or other
Ongoing. Revision to
1998 CAMA Land Use
Plan.
events for the purposes of shorefront access.
8.5.1(d) Evacuation and Emergency Management
(1) An annual ..report . shall be presented to the County
Ongoing.
(1) Brunswick County, in cooperation with municipal and State officials,
Commissioners summarizing any significant developments
shall annually evaluate the impact of continued growth on existing
or concerns regarding hurricane evacuation.
transportation facilities with regard to evacuation routes and times. The
intent shall be to identify and address needed transportation
improvements well in advance of a crisis.
(2) Brunswick County recognizes the critical role that area fire
Ongoing.
departments, rescue and other emergency personnel play in managing
emergency situations. The County shall work cooperatively with such
emergency personnel to plan for and respond to emergencies and shall
facilitate cooperation among emergency ersonnel. ..
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Ongoing.
The County shall prepare and annually update an Emergency
Management and Operations Plan, in concert with municipal and State
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Emergency Management officials. The plan shall encompass pre -storm
and immediate post storm activities and policies of the County, including
coordinated policies on evacuation and reentry to damaged areas.
Important elements of the plan and its policies shall be publicized,
particularly at the beginning of each hurricane season.
8.5.2(b) Local Post -Disaster Reconstruction Policies
Ongoing.
Redevelopment in the most hazardous areas may be discouraged or
prohibited if post storm analysis indicates that rebuilding would be
unsafe or unwise. Structures and "sites destroyed by.50% or more of
their value" and which do not . conform 'to the County's . building
regulations, zoning ordinances, and other storm hazard mitigation
policies, shall be redeveloped according to current standards. In some
instances, this may mean relocation of.construction or no reconstruction
at all. Structures and sites suffering damages at less than 50% of their
value shall be allowed to be restored to their original condition prior to
-
the storm.
8.5.2(c) Recovery Task Force
(1) The County's Emergency Services Center will serve
Ongoing.
The Board. of. County Commissioners of Brunswick County shall be
as 'a logical command center for the directives of the
ultimately responsible for supervising the implementation of policies and
County Commissioners during and after a major storm
procedures contained in the disaster relief and assistance plan, and the
event.
post -disaster recovery policies of the land use plan. The Board of
County Commissioners shall also have at their disposal a predetermined
Recovery Task Force to carry out their directive regarding recovery
activities following .a major storm event. The composition and duties of
the Recovery Task Force shall be specified in the County's Emergency
Management and Operations Plan.
8.5.2(e) Staging Schedule for Reconstruction and Repair
Ongoing.
(1) To deal with the large number of requests for permits after a major
storm, the County shall employ a "building permit triage" system for
orderly issuance of building permits.. Criteria for the order of issuance
shall be developed in advance, with the, need for modification
acknowledged based upon the specific circumstances being faced.
(2) The Board of County Commissioners may declare.a moratorium of
(1) _Implementation of any such moratorium will be carried
up to 180 days on the permitting of any new construction, including new
out if, in the opinion of the Board of County Commissioners,
utility hookups, or redevelopment construction that mould increase the
insufficiently planned new construction would result in a
intensity of the land uses existing before the hurricane.
compromise of the public health, safety and general
Brunswick County Core CAMA Land Use Plan
Draft Policy Implementation
Revised
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Am" Iementation Acton, b.
Comments
welfare.
(3) Immediately following a damaging storm event, the County shall
(1) This policy will be implemented in accordance with the
Ongoing.
work with all appropriate utility and service companies to implement a
best practices of public and private utilities regarding the
planned sequence for the restoration of public utilities and services, with
restoration of service following a major storm event.
allowance for adjustment to deal with circumstances at hand. Generally,
priority shall be given to those repairs that will restore service to critical
locations (e.g. hospital) first and secondarily, to those repairs that will
restore service to as many persons as soon as possible.
8.5.2(E) Public Infrastructure Repairs/Replacement
(1) The County encourages underground installation, replacement and
storm proofing of public and private utilities and infrastructure.
(2) In the event of extensive hurricane damage to public utilities
(1) The County will monitor all reconstruction efforts
requiring replacement or relocation of these utilities, efforts shall be
involving both public and private utilities, including roads, to
made to locate damaged utilities away from hurricane hazard areas or to
provide for less vulnerable redevelopment after a hurricane.
strengthen their construction.
Brunswick County Core CAMA Land Use Plan
Draft Policy Implementation
Revised
29

County of Brunswick
Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
Cgi!,MrCapdalImprovementPaan-Uscss..
_ __ _ -- - FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 Total
General Government
County Administration Building Furniture & Fixtures
$ - $
500,000 $
- $
- $ - $
500,000
Parking Expansion
300,000
-
300,000
County Government Complex Road Construction
600,000
600,000
County Complex Drainage Improvements & Pond Construction
200,000
200,000
Building I Renovations
200,000
200,000
Building J Demolition
200,000
200,000
Wellness Center Renovations & Equipment
200,000
200,000
Subtotal: General Government
1,100,000
1,100,000
-
- -
2,200,000
Central Services
Construction & Demolition Landfill Closure Costs Reserve
750,000
750,000
2,742,329
4,242,329
Estimated Closure Construction Cost as of 6130107 $7,200,000less current reserve
balance $2,957,671, less contribution in 08 and 09 of $750, 000 each year equals
contribution needed in 09 of $2,742,329
Construction & Demolition Landfill
15,000,000
-
15,000,000
'p
Reclaimed Water Cost
3,500,000
-
3,500,000
M
Building D Food Services Design and Expansion
800,000
800,000
Q
Subtotal: Central Services
1,550,000
750,000
21,242,329
- -
23,542,329
X.
Cultural and Recreational
Park Facility -Holden Beach Area
1,500,000
1,000,000
2,500,000
N
Park Facility -Ocean Isle/Sunset Beach Area
2,145,000
1,000,000
3,145,000
Senior Citizen/Community Centers
1,750,000
1,750,000
1,750,000
1,750,000 1,750,000
8,750,000
Government Complex Walking Trail
140,000
140,000
Subtotal: Cultural and Recreational
5,535,000
3,750,000
1,750,000
1,750,000 1,750,000
14,535,000
Public Safety
Land and Property Acquisition
950,000
950,000
Detention Center Phase III
10,000,000
10,000,000
Subtotal: Public safety
950,000
-
-
- 10,000,000
10,950,000
Human Service Facilities
DSS Facility Expansion
3,000,000
3,000,000
Subtotal: Human Service Facilities
3,000,000
-
-
- -
3,000,000
Economic Development
Master plan, engineering, surveys, etc. For Hwy 211 property
200,000
200,000
Infrastructure construction for Highway 211 property
1,500,000
1,500,000
Land for Industrial Parks
5,000,000
5,000,000
10,000,000
Subtotal: Economic Development
200,000
6,500,000
5,000,000
- -
11,700,000
Total: County Capital Improvement Plan Uses $ 12,335,000 $ 12,100,000 $ 27,992,329 S 1,750,000 $ 11,750,000 $ 65,927,329

County of Brunswick
Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
County Capital Improvement Plan v Sources
_. ..
FY 2008
FY 2009
FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012
Total
County Capital Reserve Funds
$ 4,235,000 $
6,350,000 $
1,750,000 $ 1,750,000 $ 1,750,000
$ 15,835,000
Transfer From General Fund C&D Landfill Fees
750,000
750,000
750,000
2,250,000
General Fund Balance For Landfill Closure
1,992,329
1,992,329
Debt Proceeds 2008 COPS or 2008 2/3 GO
3,550,000
3,550,000
Debt Proceeds 2008 2/3 GO Bond Issue
3,300,000
3,300,000
Debt Proceeds Industrial Park Land
5,000,000
5,000,000
10,000,000
Grant Proceeds Ocean Isle Beach Park
500,000
500,000
Debt Proceeds C&D Landfill
18,500,000 - 10,000,000
28,500,000
Total: County Capital Improvement Plan Sources $ 12,335,000 $ 12,100,000 $ 27,992,329 $ 1,750,000 $ 11,750,000 S 65,927,329

County of Brunswick
Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
Education Capital Improvement Plan Usesa-
FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 Total
Brunswick County Public School System
Annual Capital Improvement Plan Projects
$ 3,603,600 $
3,473,012 $ 3,611,933 $
3,756,410 $
3,906,667 $
18,351,622
Annual Technology Projects
500,000 500,000
500,000
500,000
2,000,000
School 1
16,500,000
16,500,000
School 2
20,000,000
20,000,000
High School
14,241,000
74,241,000
Renovation Projects
23,160,000
12,030,000
18,158,000
53,348,000
Reserve for future projects
1,100,058
1,100,058
COPS Debt Service Payments From Sales Tax
877,200
3,184,103 3,122,863
3,056,248
2,989,489
13,229,903
Total: Education Capital Improvement Plan Uses S 42,080,858 S 7,157,115 S 104,635,796 $ 19,342,658 S 25,554,156 S 198,770,584
Education Capital Improvement Plan: Sources
Article 40 and 42 Sales Tax Legislated for K-12 Schools
$ 4,480,800 $ 4,660,032 $
4,846,433 $
5,040,291 $
5,241,902 $
24,269,459
State Capital Building Fund For Education
500,000 500,000
500,000
500,000
500,000
2,500,000
Ad Valorem Per Funding Agreement With Schools
600,058 624,060
649,023
674,984
701,983
3,250,108
Excess Ad Valorem -School Special Capital Reserve
263,038
269,015
398,282
434,214
1,364,549
Excess Sales Tax -School Capital Reserve
863,497
970,325
699,102
518,057
3,050,981
Investment Earnings undesignated in project 428000
246,488
246,488
Certificate of Participation Financing (Debt Payments To be Funded By
Articles 40, 42 Sales Tax and NC Education Lottery Proceeds) 36,500,000 36,500,000
General Obligation Bond (Referendum 2008) 97,401,000 12,030,000 18,158,000 127,589,000
Total: Education Capital Improvement Plan Sources S 42,080,858 $ 7,157,115 $ 104,635,796 S 19,342,658 $ 25,554,156 S 198,770,584

County of Brunswick
Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
Airport Capital Improvement PlanUses�a-ix
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FY 2008 FY 2009 FY 2010 FY 2011 FY 2012 Total
Brunswick County Airport
Wetlands Mitigation $ 310,000 $ - $ - $ - $ - $ 310,000
Relocate Airport Road 1,010,000 1,010,000
Extend Runway, Strengthen Runway, Clear Non -Precision Approach
and Land Acquisition 3,140,000 3,140,000
Purchase Additional 23.5 Acres Terminal Area Land 430,000 640,000 750,000 1,820,000
Grant Reimbursements to County 322,500 1,072,500 1,072,500 2,467,500
Total: Airport Capital Improvement Plan Uses $ 1,750,000 $ 3,780,000 $ 1,072,500 $ 1,072,500 $ 1,072,500 $ 8,747,500
'Mrport Capital In'' rovement Plan Sources
p_._
Discretionary Allocation 922,500 922,500 . 922,500 922,500 922,500 4,612,500
GA Entitlement 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 750,000
County Funding Pending Grant Reimbursement 677,500 2,707,500 3,385,000
Total: Airport Capital Improvement Plan Sources $ 1,750,000 $ 3,780,000 $ 1,072,500 $ 1,072,500 $ 1,072,500 $ 8,747,500

County of Brunswick
Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
Utility Capital Improvement Plan Uses
�. _ , ._.__...
FY 2008
FY 2009
FY 2010
FY 2011 FY 2012
Total
Water System
Subdivision Petition Projects (Below)
$
1,643,571
$ 1,600,000 $
-
$ - $ - $
3,243,571
Fisherman's Village, Arrowwood Drive, Hewitt -Burton Road, Sander's
Forest, Union Village, Fay Circle, Rourk Landing, Lena Lane, Pelican
Place, Harris Trail, Rutland Road, Hewitt Road
Longwood Road Waterline Extension
2,602,335
2,602,335
Utilities Operations Center & Warehouse
2,000,000
2,000,000
Calabash Area Tank
2,000,000
2,000,000
Northwest Water Plant Capacity and Sludge Handling Expansion
500,000
20,000,000
20,500,000
Transmission System Improvements
1,050,000
19,250,000
19,500,000
39,800,000
Preliminary Engineering Report Northwest Water Plant Expansion
250,000
250,000
Waccamaw Elevated Water Tank
700,000
700,000
Supply Area Tank
1,200,000
1,200,000
Automated Meter Reading System
5,000,000
5,000,000
Miscellaneous Water Projects (Grant Matches/Special Needs)
100,000
100,000
100,000
100,000 100,000
500,000
Subtotal: Water System Improvements
S
5,743,571
$ 11,302,335 $
21,050,000
$ 20,100,000 $ 19,600,000 $
77,795,906
Utili Ca ita1 Im ro ement Plan Sources
Water System
Water Capital Recovery Fees
$.
69,000
$ - $'
-
$ 100,000 $ 100,000 $
269,000
Retail Water Sales
3,474,571
3,200,000
900,000
7,574,571
Water Capital Reserve Fund
1,500,000
500,000
400,000
2,400,000
Rural Center Economic Development Grant Waccamaw Tank
500,000
500,000
Revenue Bond Proceeds
19,750,000
20,000,000 19,500,000
59,250,000
Grant or Other Unidentified Source
2,602,335
2,602,335
Water Retained Earnings
200,000
200,000
Lease Purchase Financing
-
5,000,000
5,000,000
Total: Utility Capital Improvement Plan Sources Water System
$
5,743,571
$ 11,302,335 $
21,050,000
$ 20,100,000 $ 19,600,000 $
77,795,906

County of Brunswick
Capital Improvement Plan (Fiscal Years 2008-2012)
Utility Caprtal'Improvement Plan Uses;
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�FY
�FY 2008
2009
FY 20I'll
FY 2011 FY 2012�
Total
Wastewater System
St. James Effluent Reuse Reimbursement
$ 490,000
$ - $
-
$ - $ -
$ 490,000
West Brunswick Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion
21,400,000
21,400,000
West Brunswick Regional Phase II Engineering Reimbursement
400,000
400,000
West Brunswick Regional Phase II Oak Island Force Main
14,500,000
14,500,000
West Brunswick Phase II Effluent Reuse Sites
9,420,000
9,420,000
Southwest Area Pump Station & Force Main
10,238,000
10,238,000
Shallotte Interconnection
5,250,000
5,250,000
Southwest Area Plant Preliminary Engineering
200,000
400,000
600,000
Southwest Area Force Main Transmission Improvements
200,000
575,000
775,000
Carolina Shores and Sea Trail System Pump Station Upgrades
200,000
200,000
200,000
200,000
800,000
Northeast Brunswick Wastewater Plant Expansion
200,000
30,000,000
30,200,000
Sunset Beach Wastewater Collection System
1,400,000
37,000,000
38,400,000
Calabash Area Wastewater System Expansion
400,000
8,000,000
8,400,000
Regional Pump Stations
220,000
900,000
1,000,000
2,120,000
Infiltration/Inflow Reduction Program
75,000
75,000
75,000 75,000
300,000
Miscellaneous Wastewater Projects (Grant Matches/Special Needs)
100,000
300,000
300,000
300,000 300,000
1,300,000
Subtotal: Wastewater System
$ 64,418,000
$ 46,675,000 $
30,575,000
$ 2,150,000 $ 775,000
$ 144,593,000
Udli CapitalImpro vement Plan Sources
Wastewater System
Wastewater Sales $
570,000 $
1,675,000
$ 575,000 $ 1,575,000 $ 775,000
$ 5,170,000
Wastewater Transmission Capital Recovery Fees
200,000
575,000
775,000
NEBRWWTP Partner Reimbursement
150,000
150,000
NEBRWWTP Revenue Bond to be reimbursed by Partners
30,000,000
30,000,000
Revenue Bond Proceeds 2004
4,990,000
4,990,000
Revenue Bond Proceeds 2007
41,708,000
41,708,000
State Construction Grants & Loans
15,000,000
15,000,000
Financing in advance of Customer Assessments
1,800,000
45,000,000
46,800,000
Total: Utility Capital Improvement Plan Sources Wastewater $
64,418,000 $
46,675,000
$ 30,575,000 $ 2,150,000 $ 775,000
$ 144,593,000

Appendix VIII
Policy/Implementing Action
Definitions of Common Terms
1. Should: An officially adopted course or method of action intended to . be followed to
implement the community goals. Though not mandatory as "shall," it is still an obligatory
course of action unless clear reasons can be identified that an exception is warranted.
County staff and Planning Board involved at all levels from planning to implementation.
2. Continue: Follow past and present procedures to maintain desired goal, usually with County
staff involved at all levels from planning to implementation.
3. Encourage: Foster the desired goal through County policies. Could involve County financial
assistance.
4. Enhance: Improve current goal to a desired state through the use of policies and County
. staff at all levels of planning. This could include financial support.
5. Identify: Catalog and confirm resource or desired item(s) through the use of County staff
and actions.
6. Implement: Actions to guide the accomplishment of the Plan recommendations.
7. Maintain: Keep in good condition the desired state of affairs, through the use of County
policies and staff. Financial assistance should be provided if needed.
8.. Prevent: Stop described event through the use of appropriate County policies, staff actions,
Planning Board actions, and County finances, if needed.
9. Promote: Advance the desired state through the use of County policies and Planning Boards
and staff activity at all levels of planning. This may include financial support.
10. Protect: Guard against a deterioration of the desired state through the use of County
policies, staff, and, if needed, financial assistance.
11. Provide: Take the lead role in supplying the needed financial and staff support to achieve
the desired goal. The County is typically involved in, all aspects from planning to
implementation to maintenance.
12. Strengthen: Improve and reinforce the desired goal through the use of County policies,
staff, and, if necessary, financial assistance.
13. Support: Supply the needed staff support, policies, and financial assistance at all levels to
achieve the desired goal.
14. Work: Cooperate and act in a manner through the use of County staff, actions, and policies
to create the desired goal.

Appendix IX
2003 Shoreline Access Plan Update
Summary of Policy Section
Following is a summary of the policy section of the Shoreline Access Plan:
Waters covered —
In addition to ocean and estuarine waters, access should also be provided to fresh water
rivers and lakes.
Jurisdictional coverage —
The plan addresses all unincorporated areas of the County plus the Town of Sunset Beach,
which agreed to be included in the plan's provisions in addition to creating their own access
plan.
Government involvement in providing shoreline access The plan acknowledges that the private development sector oftentimes provides the
greatest measure of shoreline access. The plan suggests that the County's "bigger" needs,
not met by the private sector, should be addressed by the state and federal government.
The County's involvement, at least from a financial standpoint, will be considered on a case
by case basis.
No exercise of Eminent Domain —
Powers of eminent domain shall not be used to acquire any interest in land necessary for
shoreline access.
User fees —
The County supports the employment of user fees to recover the cost of shoreline access
facilities and for their operation and maintenance.
Forms of shoreline access —
The plan listed the following forms of shoreline access for which no need was identified, at
least within the County's unincorporated jurisdiction: oceanfront, swimming, pedestrian,
sailing, and bicycle access.
Forms of shoreline access for which the County felt the private sector should be responsible
included: boat berthing and dock/pier access.
Shoreline access facilities for which a need was identified and for which the County should
actively support financially or otherwise, included: fishing reefs, visual access (especially
to rivers), and boat ramps, including specific recreational amenities such as picnic benches
and tables, shelters, and playground equipment.

The plan further stated that while each of the first mentioned specific access facilities were
ruled out for County support, the County did feel that such amenities might be developed
in conjunction with boat ramp sites as an incidental recreational use.
No publicly owned shorelines to be sold or leased —
AII current publicly owned shoreline lands should be retained for some form of public use
and enjoyment, rather than being sold off for private development.
Maintenance/policing of shoreline access facilities —
The plan calls upon various involved state agencies to do a better job of maintaining their
existing boat ramp facilities in the County.
Better utilization of existing access grounds —
The plan calls for the expansion of existing boat ramp facilities within existing sites where
adequate space is available.
Shoreline plan as an element of the County's comprehensive plan —
The 1990 Brunswick County Shoreline Access Plan is one element of Brunswick County's
"Comprehensive Plan," of which the CAMA land use plan is also a part.
Need for flexibility —
The plan emphasizes the need for flexibility with regard to specific sites or future access
opportunities not yet identified.
Relationship to major thoroughfare plan —
The. plan suggests that access opportunities be sought as all elements of the major
thoroughfare plan are executed.

Appendix X
Agricultural Best Management Practices
Crop and Pasture Lands
A. BMPs for Sediment Control
Conservation Tillage System
Critical Area Planting
Diversion
Field Border
Filter Strip
Grade Stabilization Structure
Grassed Waterway
Rock -Lined Waterways or Outlets
Sediment Control Structure
Sod -Based Rotation
Striperopping
Terrace
Water Control Structure
Pastureland Conversion
B. BMPs for Nutrient Control
Legumes in Rotation
Soil Testing
Liming
Setting Realistic Crop Yield Goals (determines fertilization rates)
Fertilizer Waste Application (method, rate, and timing)
Sediment Control BMPs
C. BMPs for Pesticide Control
Alternative Pesticides
Optimize Pesticide Formulation, Amount, Placement, Timing, Frequency
Crop Rotation
Resistant Crop Varieties
Other Cultural or Biological Controls
Optimize Crop Planting Time
Plant Pest Quarantines
Proper Disposal of Obsolete Pesticides and Containers
Certification of Applicators
Sediment Control BMPs

Appendix X
II. Animal Production (esp. Confined Animal Operations)
BMPs for Bacteria and Nutrient Control
Grade Stabilization and Nutrient Control
Heavy Use Area Protection
Livestock Exclusion
Spring Development
Stock Trails and Walkways
Trough and Tank
Waste Management System
Waste Storage Pond
Waste Storage Structure
Waste Treatment Lagoon
Land Application of Waste
Water Control Structure
Source: North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
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APPENDIX XI
Forestry Best Management Practices
l . Properly design and place access roads, skid trails, and loading areas on forestland.
a. Avoid streambanks and channels except when crossing streams.
b. Install water management structures and techniques.
C. Stabilize bare soil areas.
d. Prevent steep slopes on roads and trails.
2. Designate streamside management zones (SMZ) which are undisturbed strips ofvegetation
parallel and adjacent to the stream channels.
3. Avoid placing debris in stream channels (Stream Obstruction Law).
4. Use practices which minimize soil exposure when reforesting.
5. Use environmentally safe procedures when applying chemicals in forested areas.
6. Train forestry related personnel in nonpoint source pollution control methods.
Source: NC Division of Forest Resources.

APPENDIX XII
The following is excerpted from Lockwood Folly River Water OualiU Study:
(1) (a) Assess water quality risk according to natural systems in the watershed and develop
future land use policies and ordinances that fit land use density and landscape design
to the level of water quality risk.
(b) Sewer extension policies that: 1) give priority services to communities with
malfunctioning septic tanks; and 2) ensure that land use and development policies in
wastewater service areas are consistent with risks to water quality.
These strategies would look at hydrologic features and assign water quality risk factors and
use them to determine the appropriate type and density of development. Possible
implementation options include using cluster housing neighborhood design for a given
amount of development and limiting built -upon surfaces in the most vulnerable areas.
(2) Incorporate low impact development (LID) technology into county site design and
development policies. The strategy will include methods to integrate this tool into the
county's existing development management program as an option for developers. LID is a
comprehensive land planning and engineering design approach that seeks to maintain and
improve the pre -development hydrology of a developing watershed. LID uses the natural
capacity of land to soak up rainfall and prevent contaminated stormwater runoff from
entering water bodies. These techniques were the basis for a national conference held in
Wilmington in March, which featured Brunswick County's work on the Lockwood Folly as
a case study. For more information about LID, visit www.lowimpactdevelopment.ora.
(3) Coordinate state, local and federal regulatory programs with Brunswick County taking the
lead enforcement role an fostering inter -local cooperation. This strategy suggests policy
changes and a financial plan to implement it.
(4) Create an action plan to acquire strategic sites and properties to protect and restore water
quality. Sites would be targeted according to a comprehensive selection method, and would
be acquired from willing property owners by partnerships with the nonprofit community and
state and federal agencies.
(5.) (A) Develop a public education, information and outreach program. Involve the public so
that protecting and restoring water quality in the Lockwood Folly River becomes an
important local priority.
(B) Recognize the environmental and cultural significance of the Lockwood Folly River
through federal Wild and Scenic River designation. This non -regulatory designation will
underscore the special nature of the river as development in the area continues to increase.
(6) Protect stream edges in the watershed by implementing a "living shorelines" program. A
living shoreline is an innovative alternative to bulkheads for shoreline stabilization, erosion
control and stormwater buffer, and wildlife habitat restoration. This strategy involves

possibly creating a cost -share program for living shoreline restoration projects and
incorporating language supporting living shorelines into the county's CAMA land use plan.
(7) Identify sites for water quality "retrofit" to reduce or eliminate unwanted runoff. The county
should work with state agencies such as the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program and non-.
profit organizations to secure funding to address targeted sites for retrofit identified by the
Roundtable.
(8) Develop a financial incentive program that encourages developers to take alternative
approaches that support water quality objectives. Development practices, such as LID,
conservation easements and preservation of wetlands, which are protective of water quality,
would be rewarded with mechanisms such as a streamlined review process, favorable ad
valorem tax treatment, and tax -advantaged donations.
(9) Develop a working waterfront program that assists in the preservation of traditional
waterfront businesses, such as fish houses and commercial marinas, and pubic access sites,
such as boat ramps and fishing piers.
The full report on the Roundtable's findings and strategy implementation options and the first tabloid
are available on the county's website a www.brunsco.net. Check the website for notice of the work
sessions that the county will hold to plan to how to put the strategies into action.

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