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CITY OFJACKSONVILLE
1996 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
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Adopted by the =acksonville City Council: January 19,1999
bythe Resources Commission: January 29,1999
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 197Z as amended, which Is administered by the Office of Ocean and
Coastal Resounres Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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ITABLE OF CONTENTS
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
1996 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
1 PAGE
SECTION I:
ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. INTRODUCTION
..............................................I-1
1.
2.
Establishment of Information Base ............................
Goals/Objectives
1-1
1-2
3.
Effectiveness of the 1991 Land Use Plan and Policies ..............
1-3
B. POPULATION AND HOUSING ................................... 1-3
1. Population ............................................. 1-3
2. Military Population. • , ........... • ... . ............. • .. • .... I-7
3. Housing 1-9
4. Summary............................................I-11
C. ECONOMY................................................I-11
1.
Employment ..........................................
1-12
2.
3.
Income and Earnings ::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::
Retail Sales
I-13
1-14
4.
Per Capita Personal Income ................................
1-15
5.
6.
Tourism.............................................I-16
Local Government Revenue
1-16
7.
Summary............................................1-17
D. EXISTING LAND USE .........................................
1-18
1.
Annexations and Expansion of the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction ........
1-21
2.
3.
Residential Land Uses ....................................
Commercial ...........................................
1-23
1-27
4.
Industrial .............................................
1-27
5.
Institutional Land Use ....................................
1-27
6.
Vacant Land ..........................
1-27
7.
...... .....
Existing Ordinance and Land Use Controls ... ......
1-28
E. LAND
AND WATER USE COMPATIBILITY ANALYSIS ..............
1-33
1.
Land Compatibility Problems ...............................
1-33
2.
Water Compatibility Problems ..............................
1-33
3.
Major Problems From Unplanned Development ..................
1-33
4.
Areas Experiencing or Likely to Experience Major Land Use Changes .
1-34
5.
Summary............................................I-34
F. DEVELOPMENT
CONSTRAINTS: LAND SUITABILITY ..................
1-35
1.
Topography/Geology....................................
1-35
2.
3.
Ground Water .........................................
Flood Hazard Areas
I-35
1-36
4.
Fragile Areas ..........................................
1-40
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a. Coastal Wetlands ..................................
1-40
b. Coastal Waters Designations ..........................
1-40
C. Public Trust Areas .................................
1-40
d. Estuarine Waters ..................................
1-42
e. Historic and Archaeological Sites .......................
1-42
f. 404 Wetlands ....................................
1-44
g. Natural Resource Fragile Areas ........................
1-44
h. Marinas and Mooring Fields ...........................
1-45
i. Floating Homes ...................................
1-45
j. Aquaculture.....................................
1-46
k. Channel Maintenance and Interstate Waterways ............
1-46
I. Sound and Estuarine Islands ..........................
1-46
5.
Soils ........ ........................................
1-46
6.
Estuarine Shoreline High Erosion Areas ........................
1-50
7.
Surface Water .........................................
1-50
8.
Slopes in Excess of 12%.................................
1-50
9.
Man -Made Hazards .....................................
1-50
10.
Areas of Resource Potential ...............................
1-51
a. Agricultural and Forest Lands .........................
1-51
b. Valuable Mineral Resources ...........................
1-51
C. Public Forests and Gamelands .........................
1-52
d. Privately -Owned Wildlife Sanctuaries ....................
1-52
e. Marine Resources .................................
1-52
11.
Basinwide Water Quality Management ........................
1-54
G. CONSTRAINTS: CAPACITY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES ...............
1-55
1.
Water...............................................1-55
2.
Sewer...............................................1-57
3.
Storm Drainage ........................................
1-57
4.
Solid Waste Disposal ....................................
1-58
5.
Transportation .........................................
1-58
6.
Educational Facilities ....................................
1-63
7.
Police Protection .......................................
1-65
8.
Fire Protection .........................................
1-65
9.
Rescue Services .......................................
1-65
10.
Recreation ............................................
1-65
11.
Administration .........................................
1-67
12.
Energy Generating Facilities ...............................
1-69
SECTION II: DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
A. PROJECTED DEMAND FOR DEVELOPMENT ......................... II-1
1.
Demographic Trends ....................................
II-1
2.
Housing Trends ........................................
II-2
3.
Commercial Land Use ....................................
II-2
4.
Industrial Land Use ......................................
II-3
5.
Transportation .........................................
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6.
Public Land Use ........................................
II-3
7.
Education ............................................
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8. Recreation ............................................ II-4
9. Water System II-6
10. Sewer System ......................................... II-6
11. Storm Drainage ......................................... II-6
12. Solid Waste II-6
13. Police Protection ....................................... II-7
14. Fire Protection ...... • ......... • ............ • ..... • . • . • . II-7
15. Rescue Services II-7
16. Redevelopment Issues ................................... II-7
17. Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation .............. II-8
SECTION III: LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM ........................... III-1
SECTION IV: POLICY STATEMENTS
A.
B.
VISION STATEMENT ...... ..............IV-2
.......•......,....•.
RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICY STATEMENTS IV-2
C.
RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES ...............
IV-9
D.
E.
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT .....................
CONTINUING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION POLICIES .....................
IV-13
IV-23
F.
STORM HAZARD MITIGATION AND EVACUATION PLANS .............
IV-24
ISECTION V: RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES AND LAND CLASSIFICATIONS
A.
DEVELOPED ...............................................
V-1
B.
URBAN TRANSITION .........................................
V-1
C.
RURAL WITH SERVICES .......................................
V-1
D.
CONSERVATION ............................................
V-1
E.
SUMMARY ................................................
V-2
ITABLES
Table 1
Table 2
Jacksonville and Onslow County Populations ...........
1995 Population Characteristics by Age Group
1-4
City of Jacksonville and Onslow County ................
1-5
Table 3
1995 Population By Sex
City of Jacksonville and Onslow County ...............
1-5
Table 4
1995 Population Characteristics by Race
City of Jacksonville and Onslow County ...............
1-7
Table 5
Military Population, Active/Retired, Dependents, and Civilian
Table 6
Employees ...................................
Status of Vacant Hosing Units, 1990
1-7
City of Jacksonville .............................
1-9
Table 7
1990 Housing Conditions - City of Jacksonville ..........
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Table 8
Housing for Bachelor and Married Personnel - Camp Lejeune .
1-10
Table 9
Employees by Sector - Onslow County ................
1-12
Table 10
Employment Trends, 1991-1995 - City of Jacksonville .....
1-13
Table 11
Monthly Employment Trend Comparison, 1995-1996
City of Jacksonville .............................
1-13
Table 12
Earnings by Industry Group - Onslow County ...........
1-14
Table 13
Retail Sales - Onslow County and City of Jacksonville .....
1-14
Table 14
Gross Retail Sales by Major Business Groups for Fiscal Years
1985-1996 - Onslow County ......................
1-15
Table 15
Per Capita Personal Income, 1980-1995 - Onslow County ..
1-16
Table 16
Tourism Income, 1985-1995 - Onslow County ..........
1-16
Table 17
Total Valuation and Tax Rate, 1981-1996
City of Jacksonville .............................
1-17
Table 18
1996 Existing Land Use - City of Jacksonville ...........
1-18
Table 19
Annexations (Voluntary and Involuntary), January, 1992-July,
1996 - City of Jacksonville ........................
1-21
Table 20
Corporate Land Area Increase, 1960-1996
City of Jacksonville .............................
1-23
Table 21
Ten Largest Subdivisions Recorded Since 1990
City of Jacksonville .............................
1-24
Table 22
Soil Classifications - City of Jacksonville ..............
1-47
Table 23
Prime Farmland Soils - City of Jacksonville .............
1-51
Table 24
Water System, Population Served 1970-1995
City of Jacksonville .............................
1-55
Table 25
Onslow County Schools Serving Jacksonville
1990/91 to 1996/97 ............................
1-63
Table 26
Camp Lejeune School District - Enrollment for December 31,
1996 and September 28, 1990 .....................
1-64
Table 27
Summary of Projected Year -Round Population Growth, 1995-
2005 - Onslow County ...........................
II-1
MAPS
Map 1
City of Jacksonville Existing Land Use ................
1-20
Map 2
City of Jacksonville Annexations From 1992 to 1996 .....
1-22
Map 3
City of Jacksonville Flood Hazard Area ................
1-37
Map 4
City of Jacksonville Storm Surge Inundation Area ........
1-39
Map 5
City of Jacksonville Areas of Environmental Concern .......
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Mill Avenue Historic District .......................
Map 7
City of Jacksonville Soils Map ......................
Map 8
City of Jacksonville Watersheds and Water Classifications . .
Map 9
City of Jacksonville Average Daily Traffic Counts, 1996 .. .
Map 10
City of Jacksonville U-2107 and U-2107A NCDOT TIP
Projects .....................................
Map 11
City of Jacksonville Trails and Greenways Map ..........
Map 12
Jacksonville Fire District Coverages ..................
Map 13
City of Jacksonville Land Classification Map ............
GRAPHS
Graph 1
1995 Population Characteristics, City of Jacksonville ......
Graph 2
Jacksonville Population Characteristics, 1990 Census .....
Graph 3
Jacksonville Land Use by Acreage ...................
Graph 4
New Construction, 1990-96 ........................
Graph 5
Recorded Subdivisions, 1990-96 ....................
Graph 6
Total & Developed Acreage Within Fire Districts .........
APPENDICES
Appendix I
Summary of 1991 Policy Statements
Appendix II
Summary of Predominant Land Uses by Watershed and Water
Quality Information
Appendix III
Policy Statements Considered But Not Adopted
Appendix IV
Water and Sewer Extension Policy
Appendix V
City of Jacksonville Citizen Participation Plan
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ISECTION I: ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. INTRODUCTION
1. Establishment of Information Base
This 1996 Land Use Plan Update for the City of Jacksonville is prepared in accordance with
requirements of the North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). Specifically, this
document complies with Subchapter 7B, "Land Use Planning Guidelines," of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, as amended, March 5, 1996.
"Local governments, through the land use planning process, address issues and
adopt policies that guide the development of their community. Many decisions
affecting development are made by other levels of government, and local policies
must consider and be consistent with established state and federal policies. Most
development -related decisions, however, are primarily of local concern. Polices
which address the type of development to be encouraged, the density and patterns
of development, and the methods of providing public access to beaches and
waterfronts are examples of these local policy decisions. By carefully and explicitly
addressing development of these issues in the Land Use Plan, other levels of
government will be able to consider local policies in their actions that affect those
issues. State and federal agencies use the local land use plan and policies in
making project consistency, funding and permit decisions."
This land use plan provides a guide for development of the City of Jacksonville by addressing
issues and adopting policies that are relevant to the city. Specifically, this land use plan includes
the following eleven elements which are mandated by the 7B guidelines:
1) Executive Summary
2) Introduction
3) Goals and Objectives
4) Data Collection and Analysis
5) Present Conditions
6) Constraints
7) Estimated Demands
8) Policy Statements
9) Land Classification
10) Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation
11) Public Participation
In addition to these basic elements, the 7B guidelines require that the following issues be
addressed in the plan:
1) Resource Protection
2) Resource Production and Management
3) Economic and Community Development
4) Continuing Public Participation
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The 1991 City of Jacksonville Land Use Plan included policy statements which addressed the five
policy areas. It should be emphasized that the policy statements are extremely important and will
have a day-to-day impact on businesses and individual citizens within the City of Jacksonville's
planning jurisdiction. The statements will have an impact in three areas:
-- CAMA minor and major permitting as required by N.C.G.S. 113A-118 prior to
undertaking any development in any area of environmental concern.
-- Establishment of local planning policy.
-- Review of proposed projects requiring state or federal assistance or approval to
determine consistency with local policies.
Listed below are some of the sources and documents utilized during preparation of this Land Use
Plan:
-- Onslow County 1991 Land Use Plan Update
-- Onslow County 1995 Strategic Plan and Technical Appendix
-- City of Jacksonville 1991 Land Use Plan Update
-- USDA, Soil Conservation Service, Onslow County
-- NCDOT, Planning and Policies Section
-- City of Jacksonville Staff
-- Onslow County Schools
-- North Carolina Office of State Budget and Management
-- North Carolina Division of Archives and History
-- Flood Insurance Prevention Ordinance
-- City of Jacksonville Subdivision Ordinance
-- City of Jacksonville Zoning Ordinance
-- City of Jacksonville Municipal Code
-- City of Jacksonville Thoroughfare Plan, February, 1994
-- North Carolina Division of Community Assistance
-- North Carolina Division of Coastal Management
-- North Carolina Department of Economic and Community Development
-- Onslow County Thoroughfare Plan
-- 1995 Camp Lejeune Economic Impact, Comptroller Office & Training Support
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Division, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina
-- Community Plans and Liaison Office, Camp Lejeune
-- Onslow County Planning Office
2. Goals/Objectives
The city has the following goals/objectives for updating the land use plan:
-- Establishment of policies to deal with existing and anticipated land use issues.
-- Preparation of a revised land classification map.
-- Preparation of hurricane mitigation and post -disaster recovery plans and policies.
-- Assessment of opportunities for participation in state and federal programs.
-- An updated Land Use Plan based on an effective citizen participation process.
-- Update population, economic, and land use forecasts.
-- Identify existing land use problems and environmental issues.
-- Update constraints analysis.
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The goals and objectives of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) are stated in North
Carolina General Statute 113A-102(b).
3. Effectiveness of the 1991 Land Use Plan and Policies
The City of Jacksonville 1991 CAMA Land Use Plan was certified on July 24, 1992, by the Coastal
Resources Commission. The plan supported but did not exceed the 15A NCAC 7H minimum use
standards for Areas of Environmental Concern with the exception of a policy addressing estuarine
islands. That policy stated the following:
There is only one estuarine island located within Jacksonville's jurisdiction, in the
vicinity of the Georgetown Community. In all likelihood, this small island is
environmentally sensitive. It is the city's overall policy concern that this island not
be considered for development during this planning period.
The City of Jacksonville has supported the 1991 plans and policies, and has not encountered
difficulty in implementing those policies.
The 1991 plan has effectively supported the state's minimum use standards and the goals of the
Coastal Area Management Act as stated in the North Carolina General Statute 113A-102(b).
However, during this update, the city endeavored to more clearly link the policy statements to the
15A NCAC 7H minimum use standards and the appropriate regulatory authority.
Appendix I provides a summary of the 1991 policies. It is emphasized that this is only a summary
and not the complete 1991 policies section.
B. POPULATION AND HOUSING
1. Population
In the 1940s, the U.S. Defense Department decided to base the 2nd Marine Division and various
support missions at Camp Lejeune, a few miles east of Jacksonville. Throughout World War II
and afterwards, the population of Jacksonville grew steadily. Today, Camp Lejeune is the largest
Marine Corps Base on the East Coast, covering 173 square miles, and hosting an average annual
base load of 40,000 active military personnel. In 1990, the City of Jacksonville officially annexed
a portion of the population of Camp Lejeune and several civilian areas.
The annexation of a portion of the population at Camp Lejeune has had a significant fiscal impact
upon Jacksonville since many intergovernmental revenue sources are tied directly to population
size. Also, the residents of Camp Lejeune are now able to vote in city elections. However,
because the military base is a U.S. government installation, the City of Jacksonville does not
exercise land use or other regulatory controls or policies over the base. Additional information on
the fiscal impact of the base's annexation will be presented in the economic analysis discussions
of this section.
It should be noted here that, prior to the 1990 annexations, the city's official population did not
include any portion of Camp Lejeune. The previous decennial population increases resulted from
natural increase (net live births), in -migration, and an aggressive annexation program initiated in
the mid-1940s.
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Since the establishment of Camp Lejeune in the 1940s, Onslow County's population has also
grown steadily. Jacksonville's percentage of the total county population has fluctuated throughout
the years, with dramatic increase due to the 1990 partial annexation of Camp Lejeune. Table 1
shows the comparative population growth for both Jacksonville and Onslow County.
Table 1
Jacksonville and Onslow County Populations
Year
1940
1950
1960
1970
1980
1990*
1995
Jacksonville % Change
873 -
3,960
13,411
16,289
18,237
30,398
75,069
353.0
252.0
17.0
12.0
66.5
147.0
Onslow Countv % Chanae
17,939 -
42,047 234.4
82,706 96.7
103,126 24.7
112,784 9.4
149,838 32.9
147,912 -1.3
Sources: 1990 U.S. Census; North Carolina Office of State Planning.
*Census data only, count taken prior to base annexation.
Jacksonville's
% of County
Population
4.9
9.4
16.2
15.8
16.2
20.2
50.7
With the Camp Lejeune partial annexation, Jacksonville's percentage of Onslow County's
population more than doubled compared to the percentage indicated by the 1990 Census.
According to U.S. Census figures for 1990, Onslow County's population grew substantially
between 1980 and 1990 (32.9%, average 3.3% per year). This was due in part to the addition of
both active and retired military, along with their dependents, to the Jacksonville area.
The population of Onslow County has decreased by 1.3% (1,926 persons) since 1990. This loss
actually occurred in the present city limits of Jacksonville, but cannot be recognized in the
population summary provided above due to the number of annexations that occurred between
1990-1995. It should be noted that since the City of Jacksonville annexed a portion of Camp
Lejeune, government fluctuations on the base can now cause fluctuations in the city population
totals. It should also be noted that the City of Jacksonville now comprises more than half the
population of Onslow County.
The 25-44 age group comprised the largest percentage (39.4%) of the total 1995 population for
Jacksonville. The 65+ age group encompassed 9.5% of Jacksonville's population. In addition,
Jacksonville's 65+ population comprises 43% of Onslow County's 65+ population. Table 2
provides detailed population characteristics by age group for 1995.
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Table 2
1995 Population Characteristics by Age Group
City of Jacksonville (excluding base personnel) and Onslow County
City of Jacksonville
Onslow County
Age
1995 Total [1]
% of Total
1995 Total [2] % of Total
Under 4
3,928
11.2
13,243
9.0
5 - 17
6,488
18.5
30,940
20.9
18 - 24
3,612
10.3
30,176
20.4
25 - 44
13,818
39.4
48,339
32.7
45 - 64
3,893
11.1
17,476
11.8
65+
3,330
9.5
7,666
5.2
Total
35,069*
100.0
147,840
100.0
*Total does not include an average annual base load of approximately 40,000 active military personnel.
Sources: [1] Adjusted figures based on 1980 and 1990 U.S. Census data.
[2] North Carolina Office of State Planning.
As indicated in Table 3, Jacksonville's male/female ratio is currently 55%/45%. The male
population percentage is slightly below that of Onslow County. The higher percentage of males
is a result of the male -dominated population of Camp Lejeune. It should be noted that the
percentage of males in the City of Jacksonville, before annexations in 1990, was 48%; females
52%. The county male/female ratio was used in estimating the number of males and females that
were annexed by Jacksonville between 1990-1995.
Table 3
1995 Population by Sex
City of Jacksonville and Onslow County
City of Jacksonville
Total*
% of Total
Male 41,405
55
Female 33,664
45
Total 75,069
100
Sources: *Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
"North Carolina Office of State Planning.
Onslow County
Total** % of Total
88,168 60
59,672 40
147,840 100
Due in part to the military, which includes active duty personnel, retirees, and their dependents,
Jacksonville's population contains a diverse ethnic mixture. Based on historical U.S. Census data,
67.4% (50,597) of the city's population is white. Blacks make up the largest minority group with
26% (19,518) of the population. Hispanics have increased in number in Jacksonville (2.9%), but
remain behind the rising Onslow County Hispanic population (6.5%). Asian and other (including
American Indian) comprise the remaining 3.7% of Jacksonville's population. This data is depicted
on Graph 1 and summarized in Table 4.
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GRAPH 1
1995 Population Characteristics
City of Jacksonville
Hispanic 2,17
Asian 1,87
Black
Other 901
ite 50,597
Total 1995 Population - 75,069
Source: North Carolina State Data Center
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Table 4
1995 Population Characteristics by Race
City of Jacksonville and Onslow County
City of Jacksonville
Race
Total*
% of Total
White
50,597
67.4
Black
19,518
26.0
Hispanic
2,177
2.9
Asian
1,876
2.5
Other
901
1.2
Total
75,069
100.0
Onslow County
Total** % of Total
99,792
67.5
29,568
20.0
9,609
6.5
3,253
2.2
5,618
3.8
147,840
100.0
Sources: *Adjusted figures based on 1990 U.S. Census data.
**PCensus EQUIFAX National Decision Systems WEFA.
2. Military Population
Since Camp Lejeune was opened in the 1940s, it has had a substantial impact on the City of
Jacksonville, affecting both the development of public facilities/services and the local economy.
The military population includes personnel and dependents located on and off the Camp Lejeune
base, as well as retirees and their dependents. Table 5, below, provides additional information
on the military population.
Table 5
Military Population
Active/Retired, Dependents, and Civilian Employees
Total Active Total Retired Civilian Employed
MonthNear Active Dependents & Dependents Employees
June, 1985 43,304 31,674 33,351 4,489
May, 1990 44,026 52,565 25,033 4,691
May, 1991 46,001 54,871 25,678 4,470
March 31, 1997 43,242 42,000 41,000 4,641
Source: Jacksonville CityPlanning De artment/Cam Lejeune.
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During the eleven -year period shown in Table 5, two noteworthy trends can be identified. First,
not only did the total dependents increase by 33%, but the ratio of dependents per active military
person increased from 0.73 to 0.97. This is perhaps indicative of larger military families. Another
trend is the increase in total retired and their dependents. However, according to base personnel,
a portion of this increase is more likely due to more accurate reporting methods than an actual
increases in retired military and dependents. Graph 2 illustrates the 1990 racial composition of
the City of Jacksonville and Camp Lejeune/MCAS New River. It should be noted that the military
population included on the graph is slightly different from that shown in Table 5. This can be
attributed to the use of two separate data sources.
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GRAPH 2
Jacksonville Population Characteristics
1990 Census
Hispanic, Asian,
American Indian
1,832
Whit,
20,306
Incorporated
Municipal Area
30,398
Black
8,260
Hispanic, Asian,
American Indian
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tes:
• Total Jacksonville Area includes
the city's incorporated municipal
area and Camp i_.ejeune/ MCAS
New River combined.
• Pie Sizes are proportional
Source: U.S. Census, 1990
Hispanic, Asian,
American Indian
3,44
Wh
31,$y4
Camp Lejeunel
IVICAS New River
46,435
Black
19,355
White Total
52,200 Jacksonville Area
Population
76,833
Black
11,095
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3. Housing
In 1990, there were 11,810 housing units in Jacksonville. Of that total,
92% were occupied and
8% were vacant. For comparison purposes, Onslow County had a 1990
total of 47,526 housing
units with 86% occupied and 14% vacant. Table 6 provides a summary
of the vacant dwelling
units.
Table 6
Status of Vacant Housing Units, 1990
City of Jacksonville
Condos
Non -Condos
449
For Rent
6
For Sale Only
0
192
Seasonal, Recreational, or Occasional Use
0
13
All Other Vacant
0
234
Total
6
888
Data.
Source: 1990 U.S. Census
Table 7
1990 Housing Conditions
City of Jacksonville
Year Built
Total
% of Total
1989 to March 1990
143
1.2%
1985 to 1988
1,392
11.8%
1980 to 1984
1970 to 1979
1,715
2,907
14.5%
24.6%
1960 to 1969
2,317
19.6%
1950 To 1959
2,359
20.0%
1940 to 1949
908
7.7%
1939 or earlier
Total
68
11,810
8.6%
100.0%
Condition
Total
% of Total
Lacking complete plumbing facilities
38
.32%
Lacking complete kitchen facilities
Lacking complete heating equipment
30
28
.25%
.24%
Type
Total
% of Total
Single Family -Detached
6,828
57.8%
Single Family -Attached
1,065
9.0%
Subtotal
7,893
66.8%
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Table 7 (Continued)
Type
Total
Multi -Family - 2 Units
501
Multi -Family - 3 or More Units
2,454
Subtotal
2,955
Mobile Home or Trailer
894
Other
68
Total
11,810
Source: 1990 U.S. Census Data.
% of Total
4.2%
20.8%
25.0%
7.6%
0.6%
100.0%
Housing on Camp Lejeune is provided for both bachelors and married personnel. There are
27,294 bed spaces for bachelor personnel. This includes 7,598 bed spaces for transients and
change of station personnel. For the married military personnel and their families, there are 4,466
housing units plus a mobile home park with 187 spaces. Table 8 provides detailed housing unit
information.
Table 8
Housing for Bachelor and Married Personnel
Camp Lejeune
Married
Officer
Paradise Point
523
Hospital Point
24
Courthouse Bldg.
8
Rifle Range
5
MCAS, New River
110
Enlisted
SNCO (E6-E9)
1,092
NCO (E4-E5)
1,761
Jr. Enlisted (El-E3)
943
Mobile Homes Spaces
187
TOTAL
4,653
Bachelor*
Officer
Transient Bed Spaces
173
Permanent Bed Spaces
183
SNCO'S
Transient Bed Spaces
141
Permanent Bed Spaces
371
Enlisted
Transient Bed Spaces
2,034
Permanent Bed Spaces
18,674
Enlisted Open Squad Bays
Transient Bed Spaces
5,250
Permanent Bed Spaces
468
Total Transient Bed Spaces
7,598
Total Permanent Bed Spaces
19,696
TOTAL
27,294
* Includes Camps Geiger and Johnson.
Source: Camp Lejeune Housing and Bachelor Housing Divisions.
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The following provides a summary of significant demographic and housing findings.
-- Jacksonville experienced a population increase from 1980 to 1995 of over 300%
due in large part to annexations during this period.
-- In November, 1995, a total of 41,110 active military personnel lived in Onslow
County. This is a decrease of over 10% since 1991.
— The ratio of dependents per active military person increased from .73 to 1.38,
indicative of larger military families.
-- The 25-44 age group comprised over 39% of Jacksonville's population in 1995.
— Jacksonville's 65+ population makes up 43% of Onslow County's 65+ population.
-- In 1995, there were 11,810 total housing units in the City of Jacksonville, with 92%
of those occupied.
-- Twenty-eight percent (28%) of Jacksonville's 1990 housing units were forty or more
years old.
-- There are 4,653 residential units for married personnel and 27,294 bed spaces for
bachelor personnel located at Camp Lejeune.
-- The 1990 residential vacancy rate was only 7.5%.
C. ECONOMY
The economic base of Jacksonville is unusual when compared to most municipalities in coastal
North Carolina due to the presence of Camp Lejeune. Since the establishment of the Camp
Lejeune Marine Base in the 1940's, Jacksonville's economy has been heavily influenced by the
presence of the military and related government services. The city's dependence on the
military/government payroll, while long recognized, was especially evident in the latter part of
1990. Beginning in August, 1990, thousands of area military personnel were deployed to the
Middle East because of the Persian Gulf/Iraq-Kuwait conflict. The economic impact upon
Jacksonville and Onslow County was felt immediately --especially in the area of retail sales. The
purpose of this section of the Land Use Plan Update is to present a brief analysis of Jacksonville's
existing economic trends. Much of the statistical data which follows relates to all of Onslow
County. However, with the 1990 partial annexation of Camp Lejeune, Jacksonville comprises
slightly more than 50% of the county's population. Because it is the major employment center in
the county, its economic impact is greater than the city's percentage of population may indicate.
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1. Employment
The military and federal government civilian groups have historically employed the majority of the
Onslow County work force. A summary of Onslow County employment by sector between 1980-
1995 is provided in Table 9.
Table 9
Employees by Sector
Onslow County
Sector
1980*
1985*
1990**
1995***
Government, Military
29,586
38,647
39,240
41,850
Government, Federal,
4,486
5,013
5,280
4,900
Civilian
Retail/Wholesale Trade
5,358
8,713
10,210
10,229
Services
3,420
5,350
7,200
5,327
Farming
1,389
1,025
750
216
Government, State 8
3,794
4,024
5,500
5,587
Local
Construction
1,614
2,291
2,860
1,955
Finance, Insurance,
1,606
1,858
2,430
1,154
Real Estate
Transportation, Public
1,191
1,593
1,850
1,291
Utilities
Manufacturing
3,226
3,170
3,110
2,166
TOTAL EMPLOYMENT
55,670
70,144
78,340
83,033
Sources: *1991 City of Jacksonville Land Use Plan.
**Woods and Poole Economics, Inc.
***Onslow County Economic Development Commission.
In 1995, the top five employing groups were the military, retail/wholesale trade, state and local
government, services, and federal civilian employment. These five sectors combined made up
over 90% of the county's total employment. The least significant sector in terms of employment
was farming. In fact, between 1990-1995, farm employment has steadily decreased from 25%
of the county's total employment to 0.3%.
Jacksonville's employment trends were favorable between 1991 and 1995. The unemployment
rate was under 5% from 1992 to 1995. In addition, the 1995 unemployment rate of 3.8 was 25%
below that experienced in 1991. These trends are shown in Table 10.
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Employment Trends, 1991-1995
City of Jacksonville
Year Labor Force Unemployment
Rate
1991 11,430 580
5.1
1992 11,280 530
4.7
1993 11,440 520
1994 11,500 480
4.5
4.2
1995 11,690 440
3.8
Note: These figures do not include active duty military employment.
Source: North Carolina Employment Security Commission.
Through a comparison of 1995 and 1996 monthly data, seasonal employment trends may be
identified. This data is shown in Table 11.
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Monthly Employment Trend Comparison, 1995-1996
City of Jacksonville
1995 1996
Unemployment Unemployment
Month Labor Force Rate Labor Force Rate
January 11,540 4.4 11,400 4.1
April 11,600 3.7 11,570 3.1
July 12,160 3.4 12,730 5.0
September 11,570 3.6 11,950 4.2
Source: North Carolina Employment Security Commission.
The labor force is highest during the summer months in Jacksonville. This is due largely to
seasonal agricultural employment opportunities and the fact that as the school year comes to an
end students begin entering the labor force. In 1995, Jacksonville's labor force was 5.4% larger
in July than it was in January. This trend was also apparent in 1996 when the labor force was
11.7% larger in July than in January. Also, each year shows a significant decrease in
unemployment from the winter to the spring. In 1995, the unemployment rate dropped 16%
between these seasons, and in 1996 the rate dropped 24%.
2. Income and Earnings
Earnings have been increasing steadily since 1980. In particular, RetaiUWholesale Trade;
Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate; and Services have all steadily increased. Manufacturing and
agriculture have decreased steadily. These Onslow County trends are consistent with national
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However, a 20% loss in construction earnings and a 37% rise in government earnings between
1986 and 1994 are peculiar to Onslow County. Construction is probably just settling back to
normal since a boom in the 1980s. Large government increases are due to the military influences
in Onslow County. These figures are shown in Table 12.
Table 12
Earnings by Industry Group
Onslow County
1994
Group
1980*
1986*
1994**
% Total
Government
104,435,000
154,477,000
213,959,958
40%
Retail Trade
40,195,000
89,299,000
122,971,420
23%
Manufacturing
34,655,000
45,106,000
37,397,299
7%
Services
28,500,000
68,441,000
72,468,603
14%
Transportation, Public
16,763,000
29,885,000
28,265,154
5%
Utilities
Construction
16,722,000
43,032,000
34,348,986
6%
Finance, Insurance, and
11,610,000
16,500,000
20,708,156
4%
Real Estate
Agricultural
9,780,000
8,853,000
3,893,600
1%
Total
262,660,000
455,593,000
534,013,176
100%
Sources: *Onslow County Economic Development Commission.
**North Carolina Department of Commerce.
As Table 12, above, indicates, government, retail/wholesale trade, and services made up 77% of
Onslow County's earnings in 1994.
3. Retail Sales
Retail sales have increased steadily between 1980 and 1995 in both Jacksonville and Onslow
County. The lower growth percentages in 1990 reflect a military deployment during the Persian
Gulf War. These retail figures are shown in Table 13.
Table 13
Retail Sales
Onslow County and City of Jacksonville
City's %
Year
Jacksonville
% Change
Onslow County
% Change
of County
1980
222,601,497
—
337,474,970
—
66.1 %
1985
450,903,636
102.5%
568,385,273
68.5%
79.3%
1990
493,581,981
9.5%
640,676,141
12.7%
77.0%
1995
663,167,348"
34.3%
906,617,509
41.5%
73.1%
% Change '80= 95
198%
168%
Source: 1991 City of Jacksonville Land Use Plan Update.
**North Carolina Department of Revenue.
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The following table shows the trend of gross retail sales by major business group for fiscal years
1985-1996 for Onslow County.
Table 14
Gross Retail Sales By Major Business Groups for Fiscal Years 1985-1996
Onslow County
Business Group
'85-86
'89-90
'95-96
% Change
'90-95
1% Retail Sales*
3,117,599
1,785,854
3,804,601
113%
2% Retail Sales**
116,959,193
47,022,574
14,141,025
-70%
3% Retail Sales***
—
—
4,105,748
—
Apparel
11,102,639
20,012,052
20,444,768
2%
Automotive
81,057,060
81,853,468
160,288,878
96%
Food
158,545,802
194,905,897
261,411,686
34%
Furniture
39,077,012
41,737,991
67,721,977
62%
General Merchandise
117,157,079
147,101,103
210,485,138
43%
Lumber & Building Materials
42,864,482
46,340,823
77,988,145
68%
Unclassified
46,967,779
59,916,379
86,225,543
44%
TOTAL
616,578,645
640,676,141
906,617,509
41%
Source: North Carolina Department of Revenue State Sales and Use Tax Statistical Reports for
Fiscal Years 1985-86, 1989-90, and 1995-96.
* Sales of industrial/manufacturing equipment, or farm machinery.
** Boats, Airplanes, or Railroad Cars.
*** After 1990, Department of Revenue changed percentages to:1 %-Same, 2%-Manufactured Homes,
and 3%-Boats, Airplanes, and Railroad Cars.
The analysis of retail sales by major business groups pinpoints which business sectors
experienced the greatest growth. Between fiscal years 1989-1990 and 1996-1996, the business
groups which experienced the greatest growth were retail sales with a 113% increase, automotive
with a 96% increase, lumber and building materials with a 68% increase, and furniture with a 62%
increase. These figures show a shift from the previous five year period when apparel, general
merchandise, and food stores had the largest increases.
4. Per Ca2ita Personal Income
Another measure of local income posture is growth in per capita personal income. In Table 15,
a long trend is shown to have reversed. In 1995, the per capita personal income for Onslow
County had risen above that of the state as a whole.
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Table 15
Per Capita Personal Income, 1980-1995
Onslow County
Year
Onslow County
1980*
5,899
1985*
9,725
1990**
10,713
1995***
18,468
North Carolina
7,774
11,676
12,885
17,447
Sources:
* Onslow County Economic Development Commission.
** 1990 Census Data.
*** EQUIFAX National Decision Systems.
5. Tourism
% Onslow/N.0
76%
83%
83%
106%
Income from tourism has grown in recent years and had a substantial impact in the county's
economy. Between 1985 and 1995, tourism income increased by over 45 million dollars
representing a 110 percent increase. The largest increase occurred in 1987 when tourism income
increased by 28 percent from 1985. The Onslow County tourism figures are on Table 16.
Table 16
Tourism Income 1985-1995
Onslow County
Year
Travel Expenditures
1985
41,564,000
1987
53,168,000
1989
65,020,000
1991
74,890,000
1993
78,160,000
1995
87,200,000
Source: North Carolina Department of Travel and Tourism.
6. Local Government Revenue
% Change from
Previous
28%
22%
15%
4%
12%
Local government revenues, most notably from property taxes, also can be indicative of local
economic trends. The total valuation of property increased by 745,842,899 in the 15-year period
between 1981 and 1996 for a 216 percent increase. This is shown in Table 17.
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Table 17
Total Valuation and Tax Rate, 1981-1996
City of Jacksonville
Tax Rate
Year Total Valuation Per $100
1981 344,200,000 .760
1983 384,543,000 .760
1985 652,837,000 .522
1987 755,726,000 .522
1989 761,448,849 .610
1991 856,589,910 .610
1993 1,010,576,886 .553
1996 1,090,162,899 .553
Percent Change 1981-1996 +216%
Source: City of Jacksonville Statistical Information Report and City Finance Department.
7. Summary
The following provides a summary of significant economic data for Jacksonville and Onslow
County.
-- Jacksonville had a September, 1996, unemployment rate of 4.2%, which was
slightly higher than the rate for North Carolina.
-- Government provides the largest percentage of civilian jobs in Onslow County with
25%, while accounting for 40% of total earnings in the county.
-- Retail sales have grown steadily in Jacksonville and Onslow County since 1980.
However, during a military deployment, retail sales tend to decline.
' -- In 1995, per capita income in Onslow County was above that of the state for the
first time.
-- Tourism dollars have more than doubled in Onslow County in the past ten years.
-- Camp Lejeune and New River Marine Corps Air Station have had tremendous
positive economic impact on the Jacksonville area. Without these two military
installations, the area's economic spectrum would be entirely different.
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D. EXISTING LAND USE
The 15A NCAC 7B planning requirements specify that existing land use shall be mapped and
analyzed, with particular attention given to:
-- significant land and water use compatibility problems;
-- major problems that have resulted from unplanned development, and that have
implications for future land and water use;
-- an identification of areas experiencing or likely to experience changes in
predominant land uses including agricultural and forestry land being converted to
other uses.
This section of the land use plan responds to this requirement. In addition, the city's current land
use -related ordinances are reviewed and the effectiveness of the 1991 Land Use plan policies is
assessed.
There are 9,659 total acres within the City of Jacksonville and an additional 7,518 acres included
within the city's extraterritorial jurisdiction. The city's acreage total includes approximately 2,800
acres of Camp Lejeune that were annexed in 1990. It should be noted that Camp Lejeune is not
under the jurisdictional authority of Jacksonville, as far as development policies or land use
controls are concerned. This discussion of the existing land use trends will only include the portion
of the base that is within the City of Jacksonville. The land use acreages are summarized in Table
18, illustrated on Graph 3, and depicted on the Existing Land Use map, Map 1.
Table 18
1996 Existing Land Use
City of Jacksonville
Category
Residential
Multi -Family
Commercial
Industrial
City of Jacksonville
Acreage % of Total
3,139.95 32.5%
502.73 5.2%
1,846.28 19.1 %
15.83 0.2%
Institutional 1,090.36 11.3%
Vacant 3,063.87 31.7%
Total 9,659.02 100.0%
Source: City of Jacksonville Planning Department.
ETJ
Acreage % of Total
1,099.58 14.6%
437.45
5.8%
349.54
4.6%
36.79
0.4%
265.30
3.5%
5,329.53 70.9%
7,518.19 100.0%
The land use patterns in Jacksonville have historically been quite dynamic. Since the 1940s the
govern ment/mi I itary presence has attracted more and more new residents.
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GRAPH 3
JACKSONVILLE LAND USE BY ACREAGE
Incorporated Area
Multi-fai
Commercial 1846.
Institutional
Industrial 15.83
Total Acreage
7,518.19 Acres
Vacant 5329.5
-'--`ial 3139.95
Total Acreage
9,659.02 Acres
u.,....� 3063.87
Extra -territorial Jurisdiction
Institutional 265.3
1099.58
349.54
79
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As growing numbers of discharged and retire service personnel have opted to remain in the area,
Jacksonville and its immediate environs have gradually expanded with a varied mix of land uses.
However, the City of Jacksonville has, since the 1940's, maintained an aggressive, if not always
popular, annexation policy.
1. Annexations and Expansion of the Extraterritorial Jurisdiction
Since the land use plan was last updated in 1991, twenty annexations have taken place increasing
' the size of the city's jurisdiction by 1.2 square miles. A brief description of each of these
annexations is provided in Table 19. Annexation locations are illustrated on Map 2.
Table 19
Annexations (Voluntary and Involuntary), January, 1992-July, 1996
City of Jacksonville
Effective
Date of
Total Acres
# of Lots
Annexation
12-31-92
Description of Annexation
Evansbrook, Phase 1, A
Annexed
18.27
Annexed
Section
30
10-31-92
Woodlands, Section II-D
0.9
3
12-31-92
Northwoods Park
32.46
1
12-31-93
North Ridge Project/Troy Humphrey
5.37
3
6-23-94
City Property/Western Blvd./
0.91
—
Entrance Road
8-02-94
Woodlands, Section III -A
2.97
1
9-06-94
Hyatt Crossing Boundary
0.69
2
Adjustment
5-31-95
City Property/Western Blvd.
185.35
3
12-31-94
City Property/Western Blvd.
0.938
Entrance #2
5-31-95
City Property/Wester Blvd. Phase
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67.86
1
5-31-95
Don Williamson Property II
0.55
1
Highway 17 North
8-31-95
Perimeter Properties Industrial Park
56.06
1
8-31-95
Perfect Golf Practice Facility
63.41
1
1-31-96
Jacksonville Country Club
180.02
1
2-29-96
Northside Sections I and II
Sec. I - 23.97
48
Sec. II - 2.45
16
(Portions of
existing lots)
Total - 26.42
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Date of
Total Acres
# of Lots
Annexation
Description of Annexation
Annexed
Annexed
6-30-96
Piney Green Shopping Center and
22.96
7
Outparcels A-F: Woodson Pawn,
Coastal Land, Burger King, Taco
Bell, Advance Auto, NAVCARE
6-30-96
Club 108/Patricia Treants (Piney
1.10
1
Green Outparcel)
7-31-96
Western Blvd. Ext. Right -of -Way
62.92
—
TOTAL
756.49
122
Source: City of Jacksonville.
In the 36 years from 1960 to 1996, Jacksonville's corporate land area grew from 3.56 square miles
to 41.2 square miles, an increase of 1,057%. Table 20 indicates that for the period 1990-1996,
Jacksonville's corporate land area increased at an annual rate of only 0.5%. The largest increase
in the city's corporate area occurred in 1990 when a portion of Camp Lejeune, Frances Park,
Georgetown, and Collins Heights were annexed. The city will continue its efforts to provide water
and sewer facilities to annexed areas with the exception of Camp Lejeune and adjacent military
installations which are self-sufficient in these services.
Table 20
Corporate Land Area Increase, 1960-1996
City of Jacksonville
Corporate Area
Year
(in square miles)
1960
3.56
1970
4.86
1980
8.15
1985
11.98
1990
40.00'
1996
41.20
Percent Annual
Increase
3.7%
6.8%
9.4%
46.8%
0.5%
"Approximately 20 square miles of this figure can be attributed to the annexation of a portion of Camp
Lejeune.
Source: City of Jacksonville Planning Department.
2. Residential Land Uses
The predominant land use in Jacksonville is for residential purposes. As the economic and
employment center of Onslow County, the city has witnessed the development of a wide variety
of housing types to address a broad range of incomes. However, additional affordable housing
for low -to -moderate income individuals has been identified as a need. Most of the residential
areas have been developed as low -density subdivisions accessible to the major thoroughfares and
centralized services, i.e., water and sewer. The majority of the existing residential development
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in Jacksonville is concentrated in two areas. These areas are located north of Marine Boulevard
between the New River and Western Boulevard Extension, and south of Marine Boulevard
between Western Boulevard and Piney Green Road. Since the 1991 Land Use Plan Update,
most of the new residential development has occurred outside the city limits in the subdivisions
located along Piney Green Road and US 17. Development is expected to continue in these areas
throughout the planning period.
In order to provide additional opportunities for residential development, the city plans to update
its existing zoning ordinance and include it as part of a new Unified Development Ordinance. The
city will also draft requirements which will allow for Planned Unit Development (PUD) and revise
its subdivision regulations to encourage annexation at the onset of development. The provision
of water and sewer services is much more efficient and cost-effective when annexation occurs
upon the initiation of development.
According to the city's building permit data, between 1990-1996, the largest number of building
permits issued occurred in 1994. During that year a total of 282 residential (single-family, duplex,
multi -family, and mobile homes), 40 commercial/industrial, and 21 office/ institutional permits were
issued. Graph 4 provides an illustration of the total building permits issued by type for new
construction and associated square footage between 1990-1996.
According to the city's subdivision records, between 1990-1996, the greatest number of lots
created as a result of subdivision occurred in 1994, while the largest amount of land area
subdivided occurred in 1991. In addition, the greatest number of acres rezoned occurred in 1990
when the city rezoned approximately 613 acres. Graph 5 provides an illustration of the number
of commercial and residential lots created through subdivision and a summary of rezoning activity
between 1990-1996.
The ten largest subdivisions in terms of number of lots recorded between 1990-1996 are listed in
Table 21. These lots together make up over 32% of the total number of lots created during the
period.
Table 21
Ten Largest Subdivisions Recorded Since 1990
City of Jacksonville
Date
Record #
Name of Subdivision
Recorded
Acres
# of Lots
88
Richmond Park Sec I of Williamsburg
4/96
26.11
60
8
Cottage Cove
8/90
15.134
48
12
Foxhorn Village Sec IV PH I, IA, II
5/91
7.27
47
47
New Colony Subdivision
9/93
16.65
41
28
Foxhorn Village Sec V Ph 1
11/92
6.4
40
55
College Park Townhouses II-B
1/94
4.12
40
64
Hyatt Place Sec II - Northside
4/94
12.7
37
78
Landing I B - Hunters Creek
3/95
38.29
35
62
Highland Forest IV & V
3/94
38.66
31
79
The Forest Sec II - Hunters Creek
3/95
10.28
29
Total
175.6
408
Source: City of Jacksonville Planning Department.
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GRAPH 4
New Construction 1990-96
T I ■ T • t 1• T i T 7
300
200
100
C
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Figures for Duplex & Multi -family indicate individual dwelling units within structures
Figures X1000 Total Square Feet Added
1000
100111ft
8
200
0
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Single Family Multi -Family >2 ®Mobile Home
LM Duplex O Commercial/Ind. W Office/I nst.
Figures for mobile homes assume 14x70 units and do not deduct for relocations within the City
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GRAPH 5
Recorded Subdivisions 1990-96
Affected Acreage & Number of Lots
300
250----------
200 -----
150 -----
100 -----
50 -
0
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I------r--.-
1990 ! 1991
1992
1993
; 1994 1995
1996
Comm. Lots
25
70
17
63
18
21
9
Res. Lots
88
116
141
188
244
113
150
Acreage
73
262
90
194
177
78
62
■Comm. Lots ORes. Lots MAcreag(
Rezoning Conversions
Acres 400 To Alternative Land Use Categories
300 [■------------------------------------------ 0----
Type 0
Iff]
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MI-
=_ M
Rezoning
1990
j 1991
1992
1993
1994
1995
1996
Res-ComM
353.13
5.58
0.76
24.94
324.22
Com-ResO
10.45
2.65
Res-MF®
259.38
4.81
91.4
Com-MFM
12.37
MF-ComM
2.52
32.09
MF-Rests
2.7
18.11
4.81
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3. Commercial
The commercial land use patterns have changed little in Jacksonville since the last land use plan
update. As noted in the previous CAMA Land Use Plan, the city has a non-traditional Central
Business District (CBD) which is relatively small compared to more extensive commercial areas
located along the major thoroughfares. Since the 1940s, the city has experienced what is
commonly called urban sprawl, taking in more and more "out -lying" areas. As a result of the focus
on commercial accessibility to residential areas, strip commercial development was fostered. The
heaviest concentrations of commercial land uses are still along Highways NC 24, US 17, and
Western Boulevard. These three roads form a wedge -like shape of strip commercial development.
Gum Branch Road and to lesser extent Bell Fork Road, also have significant concentrations of
strip commercialization. In response to strip commercial development, the city has recognized the
need to mitigate its effects on the traffic carrying capacity of its major thoroughfares. The city has
worked to coordinate traffic signals, construct planned crossovers, limit curb cuts, and encourage
joint access. These efforts have helped minimize some of the negative aspects of strip
commercialization throughout the City of Jacksonville.
Since the preparation of the 1991 Land Use Plan, substantial new commercial development has
taken place on US 17 North and the Western Boulevard Extension. A large percentage of this
development has taken place at the intersection of these two thoroughfares. The existing
commercial areas are accessible to the majority of the residential developments. This pattern of
commercial land use will likely continue.
4. Industrial
The City of Jacksonville, has historically had relatively little land used for industrial purposes. The
Jacksonville Industrial Park, although land -locked within the city (located along White and Center
Streets, generally between Bell Fork Road and Country Club Road), is technically outside of the
city's corporate limits, but within its land use jurisdiction. This land area has remained within the
county's jurisdiction as a tax incentive to attract industrial prospects. Currently this area contains
several industries and represents the only concentration of industrial land use in Jacksonville's
jurisdiction. However, this pattern could change in the future, since additional lands have now
been zoned for industrial uses in the vicinity of the new Western Boulevard extension as it
approaches Gum Branch Road. The city has identified the need for an additional industrial park
and the diversification of its industrial base. This would help create less of an economic reliance
on Camp Lejeune employment/personnel.
5. Institutional Land Use
The major institutional land uses in Jacksonville consist of elementary and secondary schools,
Onslow Memorial Hospital, Coastal Carolina Community College, and County and City
Government facilities. Institutional uses, located primarily for accessibility, are located throughout
Jacksonville, along or near major roadways. There does not appear to be any other uniform
pattern.
6. Vacant Land
Although Jacksonville has grown rapidly, roughly 49% of the land area within the city and its ETJ
is still vacant. Within the city limits, there are substantial tracts of vacant and likely developable
land within the "wedge" formed by the land area west of Western Boulevard between US 17 north
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and NC 24 (Lejeune Boulevard). Large parcels of vacant land also lie east of this "wedge" toward
Northeast Creek. Within the ETJ, nearly all of the land area to the west and north of the current
city limits is currently vacant. However, it should be stressed that due to development constraints
(i.e., wetlands, hydric soils) not all of the city's vacant real estate may be considered suitable for
development. However, having substantial amounts of vacant land, favorable market conditions,
adequate public facilities, and minimal natural constraints, Jacksonville is capable of supporting
additional growth.
7. Existing Ordinances and Land Use Controls '
The City of Jacksonville has maintained an active and successful planning program. The city
supports planning through a full-time planning staff and active planning board. A wide range of
local controls and regulations have been adopted to support the planning program. These
controls are managed by the City Council with the advice of the Planning Board, Board of
Adjustment, and City planning staff.
The following provides a summary of the city's land use related codes, ordinances, reports,
studies, and plans:
1991 City of Jacksonville CAMA Land Use Plan '
The 1991 City of Jacksonville Land Use Plan was prepared to satisfy the CAMA planning
requirements set forth in 15A NCAC 7B. The plan established policies addressing the areas of
resource protection, resource production and management, economic and community
development, public participation, and storm hazard mitigation. The 1991 policies are summarized '
in the "Establishment of Information Base" section of this plan. The policies are supportive of the
15A NCAC 7H minimum use standards and do not exceed the state's minimum requirements
except for a policy expressing concern with the development of some estuarine islands. In ,
addition to the establishment of policies, the 1991 plan assessed existing land use related issues
and forecast trends through a ten-year planning period.
City of Jacksonville Annexation Report for Annexation of Camp Lejeune, New River Air
Station, Georgetown, Collins Heights, US 17 South, and Francis Park, January 21, 1989
As a prerequisite to annexation, the City of Jacksonville prepared a statutory report setting forth ,
plans for the extension of each major city service to the area proposed to be annexed. This report
examines how police protection, fire protection, street maintenance, garbage collection, and water
and sewer services would be extended and financed for each of those geographic areas proposed
for annexation.
Pumpkin Center Upper Piney Green Road Annexation Report, May 1997 '
As a prerequisite to annexation, the City of Jacksonville prepared a statutory report setting forth
plans for the extension of each major city service to the area proposed to be annexed. Following '
completion of this study in May, 1997, the area was turned down for annexation.
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IThe City of Jacksonville Recreation Plan, June 1986
This plan examines existing public, semi-public, and private recreation areas, facilities, and
programs; delineates recreation service areas; compares existing recreation facilities to those of
other entities; describes citizen opinion questionnaire results; and projects future recreation needs.
' Comprehensive Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan, April, 1998
' The City of Jacksonville Comprehensive Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan was designed as
a multi -faceted element within which the programs, parks, and facilities of the Recreation and
Parks Department are presented, evaluated, compared, and projected. The purpose of the plan
' is to provide guidance on the future development of recreational facilities to serve the existing and
projected population of Jacksonville. Specifically, this plan includes the following:
-- Examination of existing recreational facilities, both public and private.
t -- Maps of existing city -owned and operated recreational sites.
-- Comparison of existing facilities to state standards and to other eastern North
Carolina municipalities.
== Identification of potential properties for acquisition.
Prioritization of sites for acquisition.
-- Identification of improvement options for shoreline access sites and parks.
Downtown Plan, Jacksonville, North Carolina, February, 1986
The purpose of this plan is to strengthen Downtown Jacksonville as an economic, governmental,
cultural, and social asset for Jacksonville and the surrounding region. The Downtown Jacksonville
study area was the geographic area that is generally considered to be the old Downtown or
Central Business District (CBD) as bounded by US 17 on the north; the right-of-way of the Atlantic
Coast Line Railroad and New Bridge Street on the south; Warlude Street and Mildred Avenue on
the east; and the west side of the New River. Numerous long-term and short-term objectives were
recommended for the enhancement and revitalization of the downtown, including the development
of a non-profit Downtown Development Corporation.
City of Jacksonville Housing Survey and Report, 1987
The Jacksonville Housing Survey and Report provided a broad overview of housing conditions
throughout the City and the extraterritorial planning jurisdiction at that time. This document
provided an analysis of past housing trends, current housing conditions, and projected future
housing needs. Ten study areas were delineated. The analysis also contained explanations of
why concentrations of substandard housing existed. There were also recommendations of
measures which could be taken to encourage neighborhood revitalization and overall improvement
in the blighted areas.
201 Facilities Plan and Amendment, Dec., 1989, 201 Facilities Plan Amendment, July,1990
The purpose of this study is to develop a facilities plan for wastewater treatment for the City of
Jacksonville for the years 1990 to 2010. The study was initiated for two reasons. First, the current
treatment facilities will soon reach their design capacity and second, the State of NC imposed a
moratorium, restricting further discharges into Wilson Bay, which is currently the receiving water
for the treatment plant effluent. Seven wastewater treatment alternatives are evaluated with
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Alternative One, land application treatment only, being recommended as being the most cost
effective and having the least environmental impact. The 201 Facilities Plan Amendment of July,
1990 addresses the concerns of various governmental agencies to the recommended alternative.
Report on Pitometer Engineering Study, Jacksonville, North Carolina, 1989
This engineering study examines the water distribution system of the City of Jacksonville and
contains recommendations, general plans, and specifications for reinforcements and necessary
extensions to meet present needs and future requirements until the year 2005.
Capital Improvement Program
An annual update of Jacksonville's Capital Improvement Program is completed each year by the
City Manager and adopted by City Council. The purpose of this program is to provide a
comprehensive and systematic method for scheduling, funding, and monitoring capital projects
for the coming five years.
Jacksonville Thoroughfare Transportation Plan, 1989
The North Carolina Department of Transportation revised the Jacksonville Area Thoroughfare Plan
in 1989. This map provides a publicly adopted plan for the progressive development of a street
and highway system to meet future travel demands within the Jacksonville area. Major roadway
improvements shown on the 1989 map include the relocation of US 17, the construction of an
Outer Loop around Jacksonville, the development of US 17-NC 24 Freeway, and the extension
of Henderson Drive.
Soil Erosion and Sedimentation
The city has a soil erosion and sedimentation control ordinance. The purpose of this ordinance
is to control accelerated erosion and sedimentation in order to prevent the pollution of water and
other damage to lakes, water courses, and other public and private property by sedimentation.
Procedures through which these purposes can be fulfilled are established.
Transportation Improvement Program
The North Carolina Department of Transportation annually updates the Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP). The TIP includes all scheduled or "programmed" roadway improvements
for the State. The 1997 to 2003 TIP includes twelve programmed projects for the Jacksonville
Urbanized Area as listed below:
(1) US 17 - East corporate limits of Holly Ridge to four lane section south of Jacksonville
Four lane divided facility with a bypass east of Verona.
(2) Jacksonville - Jacksonville bypass, US 17 South to US 17 North. Four lane divided facility
on new location.
(3) Jacksonville - Jacksonville bypass, US 258-NC 24 to US 17 South. Four lane divided
facility on new location.
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(4) Jacksonville - SR 1308 (Bell Fork Road), NC 24 to US 17. Widen roadway to a five lane
curb and gutter facility.
(5) Jacksonville - US 17 relocation, Jacksonville bypass (U-2107) northward. Four lane
divided facility on new location.
(6) Jacksonville - Western Boulevard, US 17 to SR 1308 (Gum Branch Road). Widen
roadway to a multi -lane facility.
(7) SR 1406 - Northeast Creek. Replace bridge no. 119.
(8) SR 1406 - Northeast Creek overflow. Replace bridge no. 118.
(9) SR 1423 - Little Northeast Creek. Replace bridge no. 3.
(10) Jacksonville - NC 24 (Freedom Trail/Johnson Boulevard). Intersection improvements for
bicyclist safety.
(11) Jacksonville - Northern US 17 Rail Trail, Phase 1: Onslow Drive to Kellum. Rail Trail.
(12) SR 1406 - Near Jacksonville at Southern Railroad Crossing 641 699J. Safety
improvements.
Zoning Ordinance, Adopted 1972
The City of Jacksonville has a well -developed Zoning Ordinance consisting of the two standard
components, a zoning map and text. The zoning map encompasses the entire city and its
extraterritorial jurisdiction, divided into 36 different classifications or districts. Each delineated
district permits only certain types of uses, while prohibiting others. The ordinance includes
business, residential, office and institutional, and industrial zones. Sixteen (16) of the districts
regulate the development of residential development. The allowable residential density ranges
from townhouses, condominiums, and apartments, and a minimum of 5,000 square feet (R-5) for
single-family detached dwellings to 30,000 square -foot minimum lot sizes (R-30). Fourteen of the
districts regulate the various types of business uses permitted in Jacksonville, including
neighborhood, downtown, shopping centers and malls, and adult businesses.
The ordinance text describes in more detail, the use requirements and other related subjects such
as parking, signs, building heights, densities, and screening requirements. The Jacksonville
Zoning Ordinance also contains regulations for manufactured home parks and satellite dish
antennas. The Zoning Ordinance is enforced by the city's Zoning/Codes Administrator.
City of Jacksonville Subdivision Regulations, Adopted 1962
' The Subdivision Regulations governs the subdividing of land within the city limits of Jacksonville
and its extraterritorial jurisdiction. Individuals and developers who wish to subdivided property into
new parcels and lots must comply with the review and approval process administered by the City
' Planning Department, Planning board, and finally, the City Council. The Jacksonville subdivision
regulations require the dedication of land for recreation and open space.

Jacksonville Water System Rules and Regulations I
These regulations specify how the city-wide sewer system will be operated and maintained. ,
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
The Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance restricts development in the 100-year floodplain as '
determined by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The City Engineering
Department administers the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.
Operation Onslow, Strategic Plan and Technical Appendix, July 1995
Although not a City of Jacksonville document, Operation Onslow is relevant to both incorporated
and unincorporated areas of the county and has, therefore, been included in this summary.
Operation Onslow was prepared by the Operation Onslow Steering Committee for Onslow
Coalition. The purpose of the plan was to determine the most pressing needs and issues of '
Onslow County, formulate goals, and identify specific actions necessary to accomplish these
goals. The four key goals discussed in the plan include the following: 1) strengthen
intergovernmental, community, military cooperation; 2) increase livability and sense of belonging
within all parts of the county; 3) enhance public education; and 4) establish employment
diversification.
State Building Code
The City of Jacksonville has adopted the Stage Building Code and employs one chief inspector I
and three full-time building inspectors who are responsible for enforcement.
CAMA Permit Process I
The CAMA major and minor permit process are also enforced in the City of Jacksonville. Minor
CAMA permitting is conducted in-house via the City of Jacksonville Building Permits/ Inspections
Division. Major CAMA permits are issued by the state. The City of Jacksonville does not have
and does not enforce other ordinances such as a historic district or a local environmental impact
ordinance. '
Federal and State Regulations
In addition to the local ordinances and regulations discussed above, there are also various state
and federal regulations enforced by other agencies such as 404 permits administered by the
Corps of Engineers, which could affect land development in Jacksonville.
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E. LAND AND WATER USE COMPATIBILITY ANALYSIS
1. Land Compatibility Problems
Jacksonville, unlike many smaller coastal municipalities, has had the benefit of an established
Planning Department since 1980. Some of the more significant land compatibility problems have
been and/or are being addressed by the Planning Department. Some current land use
compatibility "problems" include a need for better coordination of environmental planning with
' Camp Lejeune, and the designation of the New River within Jacksonville's jurisdiction as "Nutrient
Sensitive Waters." Presumably, these waters have become Nutrient Sensitive because of nutrient
loadings generated by urban and agricultural run-off and wastewater discharge. The land use
' compatibility problem associated with the presence of "adult" businesses in relative close proximity
to residential neighborhoods has been improved by the city since the 1991 Land Use Plan Update.
However, there may still be some problems in the older, downtown area, and along US 17 South
in the Southwest ETJ area.
2. Water Compatibility Problems
' The New River, and some smaller tributaries, meanders up and across a significant amount of
Jacksonville's lower southwest quadrant. Most of the waterfront land area south of the US 17
bridge on the eastern shore of the River, is already developed. On the western shores of the New
' River, to the north and south of the US 17 bridge, there are sizable parcels of vacant land. Some
of the vacant land is developable, although portions contain coastal wetlands. Appropriate
waterfront planning, including design standards, and planning for public access and open space
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are issues that the city will continue to address. Giving current consideration to future waterfront
development, may well help to avoid serious water compatibility problems later.
3. Major Problems From Unplanned Development
As stated previously, Jacksonville has had an organized planning program for quite some time.
The majority of the existing "leap frog" development, and/or regulated development located on the
"fringe" of the city's jurisdiction has been addressed by either annexation or extension of the
extraterritorial jurisdiction. By bringing these areas under the city's regulatory controls, the
probability of future land use problems has been greatly reduced.
Perhaps the most significant current problem is the continued strip commercialization of the city's
thoroughfares. This has created problems with traffic flow, preserving the character of existing
residential development, and aesthetics. Strip commercialization and its associated signage
needs to be closely regulated to preserve the carrying capacity of the thoroughfares and the
general character of the city. Although it may be difficult to correct existing problems, attempts
should continue to be made to mitigate the adverse impacts of strip commercialization.
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4. Areas Experiencing or Likely to Experience Maior Land Use Changes
The areas which are most likely expected to experience the largest changes in land use are along
the Western Boulevard Extension and in the ETJ expansion areas on US 17 and on Piney Green
Road. In addition to these areas, development will also continue at a rapid rate downtown along
the New River shoreline and adjacent to Northeast Creek.
Major redevelopment initiated by Hurricane Fran, which hit Jacksonville September 5, 1996, has
taken place and is expected to continue. The city will also continue housing rehabilitation and
economic development efforts through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
Entitlement program.
5. Summary
This summary highlights the land use issues and problems being experienced by the City of
Jacksonville. It is emphasized that this is only a summary. This plan must be read in its entirety
to fully appreciate the complexity of the issues confronting the City of Jacksonville.
The major land use issues confronting the city have been identified through the city's strategic
planning process and during the development of this plan. The land use issues that must be
addressed in the planning process include, but are not necessarily limited to, the following:
-- Implementation of Transportation Improvement Program Projects.
-- Expansion of the city's ETJ boundaries.
-- Extension of water and sewer facilities to annexed areas.
-- Establishment of an additional industrial park and diversification of industrial base
-- Water quality of the New River and aesthetic appearance of the shoreline.
-- Update zoning ordinance and include as part of a new Unified Development
Ordinance.
-- Annexation of urban areas.
-- Provision of additional affordable housing.
Need to control strip commercialization and excessive signage.
-- Hurricane mitigation and post hurricane reconstruction.
-- Housing preservation and redevelopment.
-- Limit "leap frog" development.
-- Draft requirements which will allow for Planned Unit Development (PUD).
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-- Revise subdivision regulations to encourage annexation at the onset of
development.
These land use issues have been addressed throughout the policy statement section of this plan
and in other local plans, documents, and ordinances.
F. DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS: LAND SUITABILITY
1. Topography/Geology
The Talbot and Wicomico Surfaces of Pleistocene age cover nearly all of Onslow County. The
Wicomico Surface is 42 to 100 feet in elevation, and it covers the northeastern and northwestern
parts of the county. The Talbot Surface is 24 to 42 feet in elevation. It covers about two-thirds
of the county, in the central, southeastern, and southwestem parts. The Pamlico Surface is at sea
level to 24 feet in elevation, and it covers a narrow strip near the coast. The northern tip of the
county is covered by the Sunderland Surface, which is 100 feet or more in elevation.
The unconsolidated surface sediment is about 10 feet thick in the northern part of the county and
30 feet thick in the southern coastal part. The Yorktown Formation of Miocene age underlies the
surficial sediment unless it has been removed by erosion. This formation either is very thin or
does not occur north of Jacksonville, but it is about 60 feet thick near the coast. The Castle Hayne
Limestone Foundation of Eocene age underlies the Yorktown Formation. Where the Yorktown
Formation has been removed by erosion, the surficial sediment overlies the Castle Hayne
Formation. The Castle Hayne Formation is wedge shaped and is thicker near the coast. The Pee
Dee Formation of Cretaceous age underlies the Castle Hayne Formation. It is within 30 feet of
the surface northwest of Richlands but is at a greater depth in the southern coastal part of the
county.
The main water systems draining the county are the White Oak River, the New River, Southwest
Creek, Back Creek, Sandy Run Swamp, Nine Mile Swamp, and Juniper Swamp. The flow of water
is sluggish in these systems. The White Oak and New Rivers and the short creeks draining into
the Intracoastal Waterway have wide estuarial floodplains. Because of high ocean tides, these
floodplains are flooded with brackish water 1 to 10 miles inland.
2. Ground Water
Ground water sources supply all of the water for domestic uses in Onslow County. The
Cretaceous Middle Sands aquifer is 10 to 30 feet deep. It yields large amounts of water because
the water table is high in most of the county. The Tertiary Limestone Unit, made up mostly of the
Castle Hayne Formation, lies between the Cretaceous Middle Sands and the Pee Dee Formation.
This unit is thinner toward the northern part of the county, but it is an important aquifer throughout
the county. The Cretaceous Middle Sands and Tertiary Limestone aquifer furnish most of the
water for the county, but the Pee Dee Formation supplies a few wells in the northwestern part.
It is the deepest and oldest of the formations, and it is a major source of ground water.
Groundwater supply is discussed further on page 1-55 of this plan.
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3. Flood Hazard Areas
Flood Insurance Rate Maps were prepared for Jacksonville in February, 1996, by the Federal
Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The 100-year flood serves as the base flood for the
purpose of floodplain management. The 100-year flood line represents the level that water would
reach or "rise to" during a flood that may be expected to occur on the average of once during a
100-year period. Thus, there is a 1 % chance of a 100-year flood occurring during any one year.
Map 3 provides the approximate boundaries of the Jacksonville areas which would be inundated
by a 100-year flood and the floodway zone. These areas may also suffer some hazards resulting
from storm generated waves. Such wave action would normally be associated with strong coastal
storms. Because of the additional hazards associated with wave action, the National Flood
Insurance Program regulations require more demanding construction procedures in those areas
affected by wave action, including elevating structures on piles or piers.
Encroachments on floodplains, such as artificial fills, reduce the flood -carrying capacity and add
to flood heights, thus increasing flood hazards in areas beyond the encroachment itself. One
aspect of floodplain management involves balancing the economic gain from floodplain
development against the resulting increase in flood hazard. For purposes of the National Flood
Insurance Program, the concept of a floodway is used as a tool to assist local communities in this
aspect of floodplain management. Under this concept, the area of the 100-year flood is divided
into a proposed floodway and a floodway fringe. The floodway is the channel of a stream, plus
any adjacent floodplain areas, that must be kept free of encroachment in order that the 100-year
flood be carried without substantial increases in flood heights.
In 1986, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers prepared maps of coastal North Carolina which
delineated the flooding which may be expected to occur as a result of hurricanes. The maps were
prepared utilizing a computer base model named SLOSH, Sea Lake Overlaid Surge From
Hurricanes. The model plots hurricane related flooding which may result from a number of
characteristics including wind speed, wind direction, time, tide, etc.
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Map 4 indicates the areas of Jacksonville which may be affected by hurricane -generated storm
surge. The following defines the five storm surge categories:
Category 1. Winds of 74 to 95 miles per hour. Damage primarily to shrubbery, trees, foliage, and
unanchored mobile homes. No appreciable wind damage to other structures. Some damage to
poorly constructed signs. Storm surge possibly 4 to 5 feet above normal. Low-lying roads
inundated, minor pier damage, some small craft in exposed anchorage torn from moorings.
Category 2. Winds of 96 to 110 miles per hour. Considerable damage to shrubbery and tree
foliage; some trees blown down. Major damage to exposed mobile homes. Extensive damage to
poorly constructed signs. Some damage to roofing materials of buildings; some window and door
damage. No major wind damage to buildings. Storm surge possibly 6 to 8 feet above normal.
Coastal roads and low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 2 to 4 hours before arrival of
hurricane center. Considerable damage to piers. Marinas flooded. Small craft in unprotected
anchorages torn from moorings. Evacuation of some shoreline residences and low-lying island
areas required.
Category 3. Winds of 111 to 130 miles per hour. Foliage torn from trees; large trees blown down.
Practically all poorly constructed signs blown down. Some damage to roofing materials of buildings;
some window and door damage. Some structural damage to small buildings. Mobile homes
destroyed. Storm surge possibly 9 to 12 feet above normal. Serious flooding at coast and many
smaller structures near coast destroyed; larger structures near coast damaged by battering waves
and floating debris. Low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 3 to 5 hours before hurricane
center arrives.
Category 4. Winds of 131 to 155 miles per hour. Shrubs and trees blown down; all signs down.
Extensive damage to roofing materials, windows, and doors. Complete failure of roofs on many
small residences. Complete destruction of mobile homes. Storm surge possibly 13 to 18 feet above
normal. Major damage to lower floors of structures near shore due to flooding and battering by
waves and floating debris. Low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 3 to 5 hours before
hurricane center arrives. Major erosion of beaches.
Category 5. Winds greater than 155 miles per hour. Shrubs and trees blown down; considerable
damage to roofs of buildings; all signs down. Very severe and extensive damage to windows and
doors. Complete failure of roofs on many residences and industrial buildings. Extensive shattering
of glass in windows and doors. Some complete building failures. Small buildings overturned or
blown away. Complete destruction of mobile homes. Storm surge possibly greater than 18 feet
above normal. Major damage to lower floors of all structures less than 15 feet above sea level.
Low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 3 to 5 hours before hurricane center arrives.
A Category 3 storm would inundate approximately 20% of the city's land area.
A long-range flooding problem could result from anticipated sea level rise. During the past
century, the sea has risen approximately one foot. Generally, experts expect the sea level rise
to accelerate during the next century and rise an additional four to seven feet. Such a rise in sea
level would have a significant impact on Jacksonville. Much of the city's shoreline and wetland
areas could be lost. This is a serious potential problem which must be carefully monitored by the
city and mitigative actions defined.
Although the City of Jacksonville is not opposed to bulkheading to protect its shoreline areas from
' intruding water, negative impacts from sea level rise are not anticipated during the planning
period.
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4. Fragile Areas
Fragile areas are areas which could easily be damaged or destroyed by inappropriate, unplanned,
or poorly planned development. These areas include both Areas of Environmental Concern
(AECs) and other fragile areas such as 404 wetlands and Natural Heritage Areas. It is difficult to
' map AECs at the scale suitable for inclusion in this plan. However, Map 5 discusses AECs and
illustrates the location of possible 404 wetlands.
' a. Coastal Wetlands
The coastal wetlands are generally delineated on Map 5, Areas of Environmental Concern.
' Within the city's planning jurisdiction coastal wetlands are scattered along the shoreline of the New
River east of US 17. However, it is emphasized that the specific locations of coastal wetlands can
be determined only through on -site investigation and analysis. Coastal wetlands are defined as
salt marshes regularly- or irregularly -flooded by tides, including wind tides, provided this shall not
' include hurricane or tropical storm tides. These areas contain some, but not necessarily all of the
following marsh plant species: Cordgrass, salt marsh, Black Needlerush, Glasswort, Salt Grass,
Sea Lavender, Bulrush, Saw Grass, Cat -tail, Salt Meadow Grass, and Salt Reed Grass. The
' coastal wetlands are vital to the complex food chain found in estuaries. They provide marine
nursery areas and are essential to a sound commercial fishing industry. Coastal wetlands also
serve as barriers against flood damage and control erosion between the estuary and uplands.
' b. Coastal Waters Designations
' All waters of the New River above the US 17 bridge at Jacksonville are inland waters and
all waters below the bridge are coastal waters. Inland waters are all inland waters except private
ponds, and all water connecting or tributary to coastal sounds or the ocean extending inland from
' the dividing line between coastal waters and inland waters. Coastal waters are the Atlantic Ocean,
the various coastal sounds, and estuarine waters up to the dividing line between coastal waters
and inland waters.
' C. Public Trust Areas
Public trust areas are all waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the lands thereunder from the
mean high water mark to the seaward limit of state jurisdiction; all natural bodies of water subject
to measurable lunar tides and lands thereunder to the mean high water mark; all navigable natural
bodies of water and lands thereunder to the mean high water level or mean water level as the
case may be, except privately -owned lakes to which the public has no right of access; all water
in artificially created bodies of water containing significant public fishing resources or other public
resources which are accessible to the public by navigation; and all waters in artificially created
' bodies of water in which the public has acquired rights by prescription, custom, usage, dedication,
or any other means. 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,
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(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.
These areas are significant because the public has rights in these areas, including
navigation and recreation. The public trust areas also support valuable commercial and sports
fisheries, have aesthetic value, and are important resources for economic development.
For the purposes of this planning document, it is not practical to map the public trust areas.
The areas must be determined through in -field analysis and definition.
d. Estuarine Waters
Estuarine waters are generally brackish waters found in coastal estuaries and bays. They
are the dominant component and bonding element of the entire estuarine system, integrating
aquatic influences from both the land and the sea. The estuarine waters are among the most
productive natural environments. The waters support the valuable commercial and sports fisheries
of the coastal area which are comprised of estuarine dependent species such as menhaden,
flounder, shrimp, crabs, and oysters. Estuarine waters and estuarine shorelines make up the most
significant components of the estuarine system in Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction.
1 e. Historic and Archaeological Sites
Within the City of Jacksonville there are three sites which have been approved for inclusion
on the National Register of Historic Places. These include:
1) Pelletier House and Wantland Spring, Old Bridge Street at New River;
2) Mill Avenue Historic District;
3) Jacksonville Masonic Temple and the Bank of Onslow, 214 and 216 Bridge Street.
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The Mill Avenue Historic District embraces the principal late 19th and early 20th century
residential neighborhood of Jacksonville and includes 59 buildings and sites. The neighborhood
was platted circa 1890 with streets and blocks running parallel_to the right-of-way of the railroad.
Domestic architecture comprises the majority of the district's contributing structures, with several
late Victorian style houses of merchants and professional men, as well as duplexes, worker
housing, and bungalows.
The earliest houses in the district were probably built between 1889-1892 when Thomas
McIntyre and Richard Ward incorporated the Onslow Lumber Company and when the railroad was
opened in December of 1890. Map 6 indicates the boundary of the Mill Avenue Historic District
and provides a description of 19 units that are now included on the city's walking tour.
Three archeological sites have been recorded in Jacksonville. Two of these sites are small
prehistoric campsites. Both have been disturbed by recent construction. The third site is a
twentieth century site which has been disturbed. The North Carolina Division of Archives and
History does not release the exact location of sites in order to prevent further damage.
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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.
Mill Avenue
Historic District
This neighborhood was placed on the National Register
of I lisloric Places in March of 1990-
1. Steve Amon House - 405 Mill Avenue. Circa 1925.
Bungalow with engaged wraparound porch, hip -roofed
dormersand decorative fenestration. Gudgic Brown and
Luther I lardison built the house for Amon.
2. Farneil Ilouse - 311 Mill Avenue. Circa 1910.
Asymmetrical center hall plan house with front porch.
3. Samuel Ambrose Ilouse - 301 Mill Avenue. Circa
early 19IXIs. Center -hall plan houscwiih projectingentn•
bav and decorative front porch.
4. Marine House - 302 Mill Avenue. Circa earn 1900s.
Asymmetrical center -hall plan house with complex
gabled roof, wraparound porch and ell.
5. George Bender Ilouse- 215 Mill Avenue. Circa 1901.
Side -hall plan house with decorative wraparound porch
and two-story side window bay. Jay F. Boggs built this
house for his daughter Mary, who married Dr. George
Bender, an officer with the Bank of Onslow.
6. Ilitch ]louse- 17 Bluff Street. Circa 1910-1920. 1 lip -
roofed four -square plan house with one-story back
addition and glassed -in hip -roofed front porch.
7. Richard Ward Guest House - 120 Mill Avenue.
Circa 1890. Three -bay singic-pile center -hall plan house
with etl and rear additions and porch, front with
attenuated columns. Richard Ward build this house for
his guests, vacationing Northern capitalists.
& Lockamv-Chadwick House - IOS Mill Avenue. Circa
1907. 'I hrcc-bay double -pile house with center -hall plan,
hay window, reworked front porch and ell. Boat builder
R.A. Lockamy built this house and later sold it to the
Chadwick family.
9. Richard Murrill Howse - 117 Mill Avenue. Circa
1915. Long single -pile house with end window bay, front
porch, and cll that may have been built in several
phases,
10. Morton Ilouse- 11 I Mill Avenue. Circa early 190(4:
Side -hall plan house with shed -roofed front porch and
ell.
MAP 6
it. Barney Taylor Ilouse - 109 Mill Avenue. Circa
earn 1900s. Side -hall plan house with hip -roofed front
porch and ell.
12. Ellis House - 41 West Railroad Street. Circa
1900-10. Side -hall plan house; with two-story side
window bay, reworked wraparound front porch, rear
wing and addition.
13. F.R. Pette-y - 201 Mill Avenue. Large asbestos -
sided gable -fronted bungalow with wraparound porch.
Architect and builder F.R. Petteway built this house as
his residence. Famous Architect Frank Lloyd Wright
once visited the Petteway family on a trip to Florida.
14. Alice Werner Smith Ilouse - 207 Mill Avenue.
Circa earn 1900s. Three -bay double -pile center -hall
plan houa; with wraparound porch and ell. This house
is also known as the Canady and Cole house.
15. Richard Ward ]loose - 200 Mill Avenue. Circa
1890. Five bay windows characterize this house with
simple three -bay single -pile center -hall plan front
section gabled front porch with attenuated columns.
16. Ruth Horn House - 212 Mill Avenue. Circa 1890-
1990. Three -bay double -pile hip -roofed center -hall plan
house with hip -roofed ell, front stoop and simple
detailing.
17. Henrietta Jarman Ilouse - 225 Second Street.
Circa 1920-25. Bungalow with engaged wraparound
porch, small side wings, shed dormers and decorative
brackets in eaves. In addition to serving as Jarman's
residence, this house served as a teacherage.
1& Jarman hotel - 101 West Railroad Street. Circa
1890. Large railroad hotel with front facing Third
Street, one-story wraparound porch, long two-story rear
wing with two-tier side porch, multiple two-story
window bays, chimneys, and gables. Henry and Luce
Jarman operated this hotel and a livery stable from the
18905 - 19105.
19. ]knot Bulldin2 - West Railroad Street. Circa
190340. This common -bond brick waiting room and
ticket office may incorporate a portion of an earlier
frame structure. The depot has deep overhanging
eaves, decorative brackets, and circular towered vents
in the gables.
All of these pmpnties are privately owned and are not
open to the public.
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The Division is particularly concerned with areas along and near creeks, rivers, and
streams where development has not occurred. Such areas may contain undisturbed and
significant archeological remains. The Division recommends review of all plans for development
in all undisturbed areas.
f. 404 Wetlands
404 wetlands are areas covered by water or that have water-logged soils for long periods
during the growing season. Plants growing in wetlands are capable of living in soils lacking
oxygen for at least part of the growing season. Some wetlands, such as swamps, are obvious.
Others are sometimes difficult to identify because they may be dry during part of the year.
Wetlands include, but are not limited to, bottomlands, forests, swamps, pocosins, pine savannahs,
bogs, marshes, and wet meadows.
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act requires that anyone interested in depositing dredged
or fill material into "waters of the United States," including wetlands, must apply for and receive
a permit for such activities.
Map 5, Areas of Environmental Concern, provides a general delineation of wetlands areas.
Within the city's planning jurisdiction, 404 wetland areas are primarily located along the New River
and Northeast Creek. A more detailed map provided by the Division of Coastal Management will
be left on file, and available for public review, at the City of Jacksonville Planning Department.
This map is much too detailed to be reduced and included in the land use plan. However, the
specific locations of wetlands areas must be determined through specific on -site analysis by the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District Office.
Wetlands are a significant natural resource because they provide recharge areas for
groundwater; serve as filter traps for sediment, pesticides and other pollutants; provide non-
structural flood control; buffer against shoreline erosion; serve as buffer zones between upland
activities and valuable aquatic systems; and provide habitats for numerous furbearing animals,
endangered species, and other wildlife.
g. Natural Heritage Areas
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. High quality natural areas are valuable resources that make North Carolina and its counties
attractive to live in and to visit. In addition to their educational and cultural uses, natural areas are
important reservoirs of native plants and animals and are key resources for recreation.
A recently completed survey by the NC Natural Heritage Program has determined that
there are 49 Significant Natural Heritage Areas in Onslow County. Only Brunswick and Jackson
counties have more designated areas among the 100 counties in the state. These natural areas
reflect both the county's coastal position, and its occurrence within a concentrated longleaf pine
and pocosin complex extending from Croatan National Forest to Green Swamp near the South
Carolina border.
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The majority of these areas (29) are in Camp Lejeune Marine Corps Base. They comprise
a great variety of natural habitats, including pine savannas and flatwoods, pine/scrub oak
sandhills, cypress savannas, ponds, pocosin communities, tidal marshes, blackwater swamps,
mesic hardwoods, coastal dunes, and maritime forests. There are also several significant natural
areas in Onslow County outside of Camp Lejeune. Among these are high quality tidal marsh
systems associated with the county's coastal rivers and creeks, and a few locations of very rare
savanna type marsh systems in the Maple Hill area.
In the vicinity of Jacksonville, there are fragile natural areas located within the hardwood
swamps along the New River and its tributaries. These natural areas are reservoirs 'of biological
diversity, and serve as sanctuaries for native plants and animals whose survival depends upon
them. They are also key resources for recreational activities, such as hunting, and make
significant contributions to the economy, such as the critical importance of tidal marshes to
commercial fishing. Natural areas also protect the environment through the provision and
protection of groundwater recharge areas. ,r
h. 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 10 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 allowed access only,
temporary docking, and none of the preceding services.
The City of Jacksonville allows the construction of marinas and any associated drystack I
storage facilities that are in compliance with the city's 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. The City of Jacksonville has not regulated the establishment of mooring
fields within its planning jurisdiction and mooring fields have not been a problem.
L Floating Homes
A floating home or structure is any structure, not a boat, supported by a 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 floating homes in Jacksonville. I
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Ij. Aquaculture
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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 a significant issue within Jacksonville's planning
jurisdiction.
k. Channel Maintenance and Interstate Waterways
The Intracoastal Waterway traverses Onslow County southeast of the City of Jacksonville.
The waterway provides an indispensable route for fishermen, commercial barge traffic, and
recreational boat traffic, all contributing to the county's economic well-being. The waterway is
maintained by the U.S. Corps of Engineers. Recent years have seen a continuing increase in
waterway traffic as tourism has grown.
Proper maintenance of channels is very important to Onslow County and the City of
Jacksonville because of the substantial economic impact of commercial fisheries and recreational
boating. If silt or other deposits fill in the channels, safe and efficient movement of commercial
fishing and recreational vessels could be impeded.
I. Sound and Estuarine Islands
There are only two estuarine islands located within the City of Jacksonville's planning
jurisdiction, one in the vicinity of the Georgetown community and one near Fisherman's Wharf.
These islands are currently undeveloped and in all likelihood will remain so due to the presence
of development constraints. The city does not wish for development to take place on these
islands and may consider their purchase should the opportunity present itself.
5. Soils
Information concerning soil types in Jacksonville was obtained from the USDA Soil Conservation
Service. Table 22 provides a list of the soils found in the Jacksonville Planning Area and their
associated characteristics. The suitability of these soils for foundations, septic tank absorption,
and sanitary landfills is also shown. Map 7 shows the location of the various soils found within
Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction.
Generally, most of the soils in Jacksonville have limitations for many uses because of wetness,
low strength, and rapid permeability. Of the twenty-five mapped soil classifications, fifteen have
severe limitations for building foundations; twenty have severe limitations for septic tank
absorption; and eighteen have poor characteristics for sanitary landfills. The remaining soil
classifications have slight or moderate constraints for these types of development. Most of the
soil types, however, are suitable for various types of agricultural uses if the proper drainage is
provided.
It should be noted that the limited number of soils suitable for septic tank absorption is not a major
deterrent for development in Jacksonville because the city operates a centralized sewer system.
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Table 22
Soil Classifications
City of Jacksonville
Limitations
Hazards for
Septic Tank
Name
General Characteristics
Foundation
Absorption
Sanitary Landfill
AuB
Autryville
Loamy fine sand, 1-6 percent slope
Moderate
Slight
Poor
BaB
Baymeade-Urban
Urban land complex, 1-6 percent slope
Moderate
Severe
Poor
BmB
Baymeade
Fine sand, 1-6 percent slope
Moderate
Severe
Poor
CrB*
Craven
Fine sandy loam, 14 percent slope
Severe
Severe
Poor
CrC*
Craven
Fine sandy loam, 4-8 percent slope
Severe
Severe
Poor
Da
Dorovan
Very poorly drained, extremely acid soils, muck
Severe
Severe
Poor
usually found in marshes
FoA*
Foreston
Loamy, fine sand, 0-2 percent slope, coastal plain
Moderate
Severe
Poor
uplands
GoA*
Goldsboro
Fine sandy loam, 0-2 percent slope
Severe
Severe
Fair
GpB
Goldsboro -Urban
Urban land complex, 0-5 percent slope
Moderate
Severe
Fair
Land
Le
Lenoir
Loam, level
Severe
Severe
Poor
Ly
Lynchburg
Fine sandy loam, somewhat poorly drained,
Severe
Severe
Poor
moderately permeable soils of coastal plain
MaC
Marvyn
Loamy fine sand, 8-15 percent slope
Moderate
Moderate
Fair
Mk
Muckalee
Loam
Severe
Severe
Poor
Mu
Murville
Fine sand
Severe
Severe
Poor
NoA*
Norfolk -A Series
Loamy, fine sand, 0-2 percent slope, uplands of
Severe
Moderate
Good
coastal plain
NoB*
Norfolk-B Series
Loamy, fine sand, 2-6 percent slope, uplands of
Moderate
Moderate
Good
coastal
On*
Onslow
Loamy, fine sand of coastal plain
Severe
Severe
Fair
Pa
Pactolus
Fine sand, level
Moderate
Severe
Poor
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Table 22 (continued)
Limitations
Hazards for
Septic Tank
Name
General Characteristics
Foundation
Absorption
Sanitary Landfill
Pn
Pantego
Mucky loam, poorly trained, nearly level soils of
Severe
Severe
Poor
coastal plain
Pt**
Pits
Sandy
N/A
N/A
N/A
Ra
Rains
Fine sandy loam, poorly drained, moderately
Severe
Severe
Poor
permeable soil of coastal plain
To
Torhunta
Fine sandy loam
Severe
Severe
Poor
Ur
Urban
Areas where the original soil has been cut, filled,
Severe
Severe
Poor
graded, or paved. Altered soil.
Wab
Wando
Well drained, rapidly permeable soils on lower
Slight
Severe
Poor
coastal plains
WO
Woodington
Loamy fine sand
Severe
Severe
Poor
* Prime Farmland
** This map unit consists of areas where the soil has been excavated. Therefore, the Soil Conservation Service does not provide foundation,
septic tank absorption, or landfill suitability data.
Source: USDA Soil Conservation Service.
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I6. Estuarine Shoreline High Erosion Areas
The estuarine erosion shoreline natural hazard area is defined as the non -ocean shoreline subject
to erosion or similar effects of wind and water, which is usually the immediate estuarine shoreline.
In Jacksonville, the area most prone to estuarine erosion are bluff areas at the mouth of streams
which have Craven, Marvyn, and Norfolk soils. These soils are indicated on Map 7. These soils
are generally found in stream valleys, have a steeper slope, and have a high clay content.
According to the USDA Soil Conservation Service, if these bluff areas are disturbed by bulldozing
>r and/or the removal of vegetation, a significant amount of erosion may occur.
7. Surface Water
The quality of the surface water in the Jacksonville area, especially the New River and Wilson
Bay, has been of concern to North Carolina environmental officials for many years.
In April, 1991, the Division of Water Quality designated all waters within the Jacksonville area as
being Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW). This area includes the following five watersheds:
03030001010040, 03030001010050, 03030001020010, 03030001020020, and
03030001030020. The primary sources of nutrient input into the New River have included the
Wilson Bay sewage treatment plant (watershed 03030001010050; however, this treatment plant
is now closed), Camp Lejeune's sewage treatment plant which discharges into French's Creek
(watershed 03030001020030, which is not within Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction), and run-off
from agricultural land uses (present in all of Jacksonville's watersheds). Excessive nutrients may
result in fish kills and poor surface water quality. Water quality classifications have been further
discussed in the Marine Resources portion of this document, page 1-52, and Basinwide Water
Quality Management as been discussed on page 1-54.
a 8. Slopes in Excess of 12%
Jacksonville is located in the Atlantic Coastal Plain Physiographic Province of southeastern North
Carolina. The region is characterized by a flat to gently rolling topography with slightly entrenched
streams. The land surface is essentially flat and slopes eastward at approximately 3 feet per mile.
There are no steep slopes in excess of 12 percent within the Jacksonville planning area.
9. Man -Made Hazards
Man-made hazards include land uses such as airports, landfills, tank farms, nuclear power plants,
and industries which utilize volatile or toxic chemicals. The Albert J. Ellis Airport is located
approximately twenty minutes (15 miles) from downtown Jacksonville and is not within the city's
planning jurisdiction. Likewise, there are no landfills, tank farms, or nuclear power plants.
However, there is a small helicopter landing pad located at Onslow Memorial Hospital and
numerous underground fuel storage tanks located throughout the city. The only concentration of
industrial land use is located along White and Center Streets within the Jacksonville Industrial
Park. The transportation of volatile or toxic chemicals can also pose hazards to residences. Major
highways and rail lines serve as the primary conduits for these hazards. Jacksonville's proximity
to both Camp Lejeune and New River Air Station may present certain man-made hazards from
aircraft flyovers and/or ammunition shipments by truck. However, it should be noted that the city
has an ordinance which prohibits the transport of explosives through city limits. In Onslow County,
there is a Local Emergency Planning Committee composed of representatives from both military
Ibases and from the local government jurisdictions. The county has an Emergency Hazardous
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Materials Plan, designed to deal with any emergency in a cooperative manner. In the City of
Jacksonville, the Police Chief and Fire Chief are responsible for assisting in the implementation
of the plan.
10. Areas with Resource Potential
a. Agricultural and Forest Lands
Although the significance of agriculture has been declining in Jacksonville and Onslow
County, prime farmland areas remain a valuable resource. In August,1983, the Governor of North
Carolina issued a formal policy declaration (Executive Order 96) concerning the State's desire to
promote the "Conservation of Prime Agricultural and Forest Lands" in support of and to assist with
compliance of the Federal Farmland Protection Policy Act of 1980. Prime agricultural and forest
lands were defined as those lands "which possess the best combination of physical and chemical
characteristics for producing food, feed, fiber (including forest products), forage, oilseed, and other
agricultural products (including livestock), without intolerable soil erosion." The program proposed
in the Executive Order involved the identification and mapping of prime agricultural and forest
lands by the Soil and Water Conservation Districts.
Table 23 shows the soil types identified as "Prime Farmland" soils by the Soil Conservation
Service in May, 1991.
Table 23
Prime Farmland Soils
City of Jacksonville I
Definition Soil Types
Prime Farmland: Soils best suited for producing food, Craven (CrB)
feed, fiber, forage, and oilseed crops. These soils have Craven (CrC)
good soil qualities, are favorable for all major crops Foreston (FoA)
common to the county, have a favorable growing season, Goldsboro (GoA)
and receive available moisture to produce high yields on Norfolk (NoA)
an average of 8 out of every 10 years. Norfolk (NoB)
Onslow (On)
Source: USDA Soil Conservation Service
The prime farmland soils are generally located in the Northwestern rural area of Jacksonville's
planning jurisdiction and in the Northeast Creek stream valley. The location of all of the
Jacksonville soils have been mapped on page 1-49.
b. Valuable Mineral Resources
The City of Jacksonville contains no deposits of sufficient size for commercial mining
operations. There are, however, several sand mining operations in the area.
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C. Public Forests and Gamelands
There are no public forests or gamelands located within Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction.
d. Privately -Owned Wildlife Sanctuaries
According to the NC Wildlife Commission, there are no privately -owned wildlife sanctuaries
in Jacksonville.
e. Marine Resources
The most significant marine resource areas in Jacksonville are the primary nursery areas
designated by the NC Wildlife Resources Commission along Southwest and Northeast Creeks and
the New River between Montford Point and the CSX railway. These areas contain finfish and
shellfish species that are dependent on abundant organisms within the nearby coastal wetlands.
The North Carolina Division of Water Quality assigns water quality classifications to all
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
classifications for tidal salt waters are as follows:
Class SA: shellfishing for market purposes and any other usage specified by the "SB"
and "SC" classification;
Class SB: primary recreation and any other usage specified by the "SC" classification;
Class SC: fish and wildlife propagation, secondary recreation, and other uses
requiring waters of low quality.
Supplemental classifications are sometimes added by DWQ to the primary classifications
to provide additional protection to waters with special uses or values. All of the New River and its
tributaries adjacent to Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction have been classified as Nutrient
Sensitive Waters (NSW). The NSW classification has been assigned to waters needing additional
nutrient management due to their being subject to excessive growth of microscopic or
macroscopic vegetation. In addition to the NSW classification, the waters of Northeast Creek
between the Scales Creek Inlet and NC 24, and the New River between Montford Point and the
CSX railway have also been classified as High Quality Waters (HQW). The HQW classification
is intended to protect waters with quality higher than state water quality standards.
Map 8 provides a general delineation of the water classifications
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1 11. Basinwide Water Quality Management
The Division of Water Quality (DWQ) has initiated a basinwide approach to state water quality
management. The overall goal of basinwide management is to develop consistent and effective
long range water quality management strategies that protect the quality and intended uses of
North Carolina's surface waters while accommodating population increases and economic growth.
The State of North Carolina has been divided into seventeen major river basins. For each river
basin, water quality problems are identified and appropriate management strategies developed.
The plan features basinwide permitting of pollution discharges, integration of existing point and
nonpoint source control programs, and preparation of a basinwide management plan report.
The purpose of the basinwide management plan is to communicate to policy makers, the
regulated community, and the general public, the state's rationale, approaches, and long-term
strategies for each basin. Preparation of a basinwide management plan is a five year process.
In general, this process involves the following five major phases of development:
-- Collecting pertinent water quality and related information.
=_ Analyzing the information and targeting problem areas,
Development management strategies,
-- Circulating a draft plan for public review and comment, and
-- Finalizing the plan.
Jacksonville is located in the White Oak Basin. The White Oak basinwide management plan
received Environmental Management Commission approval in March, 1997.
Some of the major issues being addressed in the White Oak basinwide plan are as follows:
Long-term Growth Management
Wastewater management (non -discharge, regionalization, ocean outfall).
Urban stormwater runoff/water quality.
-- Role of local land use planning.
�. Shellfish Water Closures
Increases in number of acres closed.
Examine link between growth and closures.
— Opportunities for restoration and prevention.
Animal Operation Waste Management
Between 1990-1991, swine population has more than doubled.
Nutrients/Toxic Dinoflagellate
-- Reduction in nitrogen and phosphorous levels.
The North Carolina Division of Water Quality has identified 24 watersheds within the White Oak
Basin. Each watershed has been assigned a fourteen -digit code for the purpose of identification.
The city's planning jurisdiction is divided between the following five watersheds: 03030001010040,
03030001010050, 03030001020010, 03030001020020, and 03030001030020. The primary
waterbody for these watersheds is the New River. The watershed boundaries have been
delineated on Map 8.
Subchapter 713 of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Land Use Planning Guidelines, requires
that existing land uses be summarized for each watershed in this plan. Appendix II provides a
general summary of land use and water quality information for each of Jacksonville's five
watersheds.
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G. CONSTRAINTS: CAPACITY OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES ,
1. Water
Since the 1930s, the City of Jacksonville has operated a municipal water system. This municipal
system serves incorporated areas and portions of the ETJ. Camp Lejeune Marine Base has its
own water system and is not served by the City of Jacksonville. The goal of the Jacksonville water
system is to provide water to meet maximum hour consumption as well as fire protection
requirements as set forth by the Insurance Services Organization.
The population served by the water system has increased largely due to annexation and a growth
in off -base Camp Lejeune personnel. Table 24 shows the population served, average daily water
consumption, and per capita use for selected years between 1970 and 1995.
Table 24
Water System, Population Served 1970-1995
City of Jacksonville
Population
Average Day
Per Capita
Year
Served
Consumption (MGPD)
Use (GPD)
1970
16,995
1.765
104
1975
18,062
1.802
100
1980
24,709
2.788
113
1985
29,035
3.637
125
1990
30,398
3.659
120
1995
33,019
3.660
111
Percent Change
1970-1995
94.3%
107.4%
6.7%
NOTE: MGPD - Million gallons per day; GPD - Gallons per day.
Source: 1991 Jacksonville Land Use Plan Update and City of Jacksonville Public Utilities Department.
During the 25-year period between 1970 and 1995, the population served by the water system
nearly doubled from 16,995 persons in 1970 to 33,019 persons in 1995, an increase of 94.3%.
According to the city's Public Utilities Department, in January, 1997, the water system served just
under 12,000 customers (This figure includes both residential and commercial customers). The
average daily water consumption increased by 107.4% from 1.765 million gallons per day (mgd)
in 1970 to 3.660 mgd in 1995. Per capita use rose by 6.7% from 104 gallons per day (gpd) in
1970 to 111 gpd in 1995. The demand for water system capacity has risen steadily since 1970.
Since Jacksonville has little industry, these increases have been due primarily to increased
residential consumption.
The majority of the city's water supply is withdrawn from the Cretaceous Middle Sand Aquifer.
This aquifer is also used extensively by other municipalities and industries within the central
coastal plain. Within the major pumping centers, including the City of Jacksonville, the excessive
concentrated pumpage may reduce the productivity of the aquifer until it is no longer usable. In
the Jacksonville area, excessive pumping may cause both lateral and vertical intrusion of poor
quality connate sea water.
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In the past 13 years, the city has experienced two water shortages. Both of these shortages were
due to the city's inability to pump enough water as opposed to the availability of the water. The
last shortage occurred in June, 1993, and was due to the fact that two wells in the 258 Well Field
were taken out of service for repairs. The city has an ordinance which provides the necessary
conservation steps to address a water shortage. Voluntary conservation measures were adequate
to deal with this shortage.
Although Jacksonville has not seen any significant declines in well yields, according to the city's
Public Works Director, groundwater levels in the Cretaceous Middle Sand Aquifer have been
decreasing several feet per year. Even though these decreases pose no immediate threat to the
city's water supply, Jacksonville is taking action and planning for the future. The City Council
recently decided to pursue jointly with Onslow County, the completion of a Water Resources Study
intended to examine long-term sources of water including additional aquifers and the utilization
of area surface waters. This study is expected to be initiated during Fiscal Year 1999-2000. Upon
completion of this study, the city will decide which avenues should be further pursued.
Jacksonville obtains its water from two major well fields: the 258 Well Field and the Gum Branch
Well Field. Due to the quality of water in the Well Fields, the only treatment required is
chlorination for disinfection purposes. Fluoridation is not required because it occurs naturally in
near optimum concentration in the water. The combined capacity of these two well fields is 8.2
million gallons per day.
The 258 Well Field is located west of Jacksonville on Old Tram Road off U.S. Highway 258. The
258 Well Field was installed during the early 1960s and contains 6 wells having a total water
production capacity of 2,010 gpm or about 2.9 mgd. Water from the wells is pumped into a 16
inch diameter water main which discharges into a 500,000 gallon underground clearwell at the
water plant. Chlorine is added to the water at a control house located on U.S. 258 near the well
field.
The Gum Branch Well Field is located nine miles from Jacksonville on Gum Branch Road (SR
1308). The Gum Branch Road Well Field was installed during the 1970s and consists of 8 wells
having a total water production capacity of 4.6 million gallons per day. The wells discharge into
a 500,000 gallon clearwell at the well field site. The Gum Branch Pumping Station contains three
high service pumps having a combined pumping capacity of approximately 3,170 gpm.
Chlorination occurs at the Gum Branch Control House and is pumped directly into the distribution
system via a 16 inch water main on Gum Branch Road.
The Jacksonville water system has a total water storage capacity of 3,400,000 gallons supplied
by two clearwells and six elevated storage tanks. The six elevated storage tanks range in capacity
from 200,000 - 500,000 gallons. The Gum Branch Well Field and water plant clearwells each
have a storage capacity of 500,000 gallons. Generally, the supply of the water from the Highway
258 well field remains constant, while the supply from the Gum Branch Control Station varies to
keep the tanks full.
The water distribution system in Jacksonville is controlled by the amount of water pumped in from
the well fields and the level of water in the storage tanks. Water enters the distribution system
from two points, the Gum Branch Control Station and the 258 Well Field. A 16 inch water main
delivers water to the distribution system from each well field. High service pumps at both locations
allow operators to adjust the rate of flow into the system to meet the demand. Pressure in the
system is maintained between 45 and 60 psi. The distribution system contains 177 miles of pipe
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ranging from 2 inch to 16 inch (6 inch being the most common). Generally a 6 inch is the minimum
used where fire hydrants are placed. A two inch line may be used on short cul-de-sacs.
Presently, there are 1,335 fire hydrants within the city which are tested annually by the Fire
Department.
During the summer of 1997, a seventh well was added to the 258 Well Field. This well has a '
capacity of 500 gpm and increased total system capacity from 7.5 million gallons per day to 8.2
million gallons per day.
There are no private water systems operational in Jacksonville.
2. Sewer ,
Historically, wastewater treatment for the City of Jacksonville was accommodated by the 4.5 mgd
Wilson Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP). However, the Wilson Bay WWTP was a
trickling filter facility which at times was not capable of complying with its monthly effluent
discharge permit requirements. In order to correct this problem and to provide adequate capacity
for future growth, the city constructed a new land application WWTP at a cost of $50 million which
began operation in January, 1998. The new WWTP has a capacity of 6.0 mgd and is expandable
to 9.0 mgd. The Wilson Bay WWTP was phased out when this new facility opened. The
collection system already in place when the Wilson Bay WWTP was in use continues to be used
and includes 35 pump stations and 164 miles of sewer lines. The majority of the wastewater from
the city enters the Sherwood Pump Station with a capacity of 5,600 gpm and the Hargett Street
Pump Station with a capacity of 7,500 gpm. These stations began operation in the late 1970s.
The collectors and interceptors range in size from 4-inch to 36-inch diameter with portions dating
back to 1919.
The new land application site is located north of Pony Farm Road just off U.S. 258 and occupies
approximately 6,200 acres. At the time this plan was drafted, this facility was the largest land ,
application site in terms of total land area and the second largest in terms of treatment capacity
in the United States.
There are no private package treatment plants in use within the City of Jacksonville. The city
opposes the construction of private package treatment plants within its corporate area and as a
result, none are expected to be constructed during the planning period.
3. Storm Drainaae
Other than the flooding that occurred all along the New River and its tributaries during Hurricane
Fran, the only areas that experience flooding within the City of Jacksonville are within the Brynn
Marr Subdivision and along Shoreline Drive. These areas experience flooding due largely to low
elevation and proximity to Northeast Creek and Wilson Bay. It should also be noted that portions
of these areas appear to be located within the 100-year floodplain. The location of Brynn Marr
and Shoreline Drive have been provided on Map 3, City of Jacksonville Floodplain Areas.
The City of Jacksonville has been awarded FEMA funds to clean out 80 miles of ditches and
creeks. This project should alleviate drainage problems in Brynn Marr and generally improve
drainage city-wide. However, the Shoreline Drive area is not expected to benefit greatly from this
project and will likely remain floodprone.
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1 4. Solid Waste Disposal
The City of Jacksonville operates its own solid waste collection system and utilizes the Onslow
County Landfill. Since the Land Use Plan was last updated in 1991, the city has discontinued its
own recycling service. A private contractor is now responsible for curbside collection of
recyclables for approximately 9,800 households. The city collects yard waste and white goods
from city residents and operates a used oil drop-off center at the city garage.
For FY95-96, the City of Jacksonville generated 26,871 tons of refuse of which 62% came from
commercial customers, 36%from residential customers, and 2% miscellaneous. In addition, 3,607
tons of yard waste was collected. Approximately 302,500 cubic yards of yard debris was
generated as a result of hurricanes Bertha and Fran. These storms hit in July and September,
1997, and are not included in the FY95-96 total that has been provided. The cost of disposal for
this material has been estimated at approximately $1 million.
Onslow County closed the Pony Farm Road Landfill in December, 1997, due to the fact that it was
technologically dated and reaching the end of its capacity. Solid waste is now disposed of at the
new county landfill located adjacent to the old Pony Farm Road Landfill. Future plans for solid
waste disposal are discussed in Section II of this plan.
5. Transportation
According to the N.C. Department of Transportation (DOT), in 1990 the areas that experienced
the highest traffic volume were along U.S. 17 (Marine Boulevard), NC 24 at the main gate to Camp
Lejeune, Western Boulevard, Bell Fork Road, Country Club Road, and Piney Green Road. Map
9 outlines average daily traffic (ADT) counts compiled by the North Carolina Department of
Transportation for 1996 in Jacksonville. Obviously, since these figures represent averages, at
times, especially during summer months, traffic will be much greater. The map indicates that the
areas which experienced the highest traffic volume in 1990 have continued to increase in volume.
In addition, the Western Boulevard Extension which was not included in the 1990 NCDOT analysis
can now be added to the list of high traffic areas in Jacksonville. Although traffic on the Western
Boulevard Extension is not as intense as those areas listed above, according to local account, it
is increasing rapidly.
The City of Jacksonville 1994 Thoroughfare Plan identified the following thoroughfare
improvement needs:
-- U.S. 17 Freeway.
— U.S. 17 Relocation.
-- Doris Avenue widening to three lanes between Henderson Drive and Northwoods Drive.
-- Brynn Marr/Pine Valley Road widening to three lanes.
-- Tarawa Boulevard widening to three lanes.
-- New River Drive widening to three lanes between Onslow Drive and NC 24.
-- Henderson Drive (SR 1336) Extension between Western Boulevard and Ramsey Road.
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Extensions between Thomas Humphrey Road and Waters Road.
Maplehurst Road (SR 1130) Extension between NC 53 and U.S. 258.
Corbin/Hemlock/Halltown Road Corridor.
Extensions between Rocky Run Road and Piney Green Road.
Piney Green Road (SR 1406) Extension between U.S. 17 and Ramsey Road.
Country Club Road (SR 1403) widening to four lanes between Bell Fork Road and Piney
Green Road.
Stone Street widening to four lanes between Brewster Boulevard and Seth Williams
Boulevard.
Brewster Boulevard widening to four and five lanes between Holcomb Boulevard and Seth
Williams Boulevard.
Curtis Road widening to four lanes between U.S. 17 and the New River Air Station.
Western Boulevard (SR 1470) widening to four lanes between U.S. 17 and Gum Branch
Road.
Gum Branch Road (SR 1403) widening to seven lanes between U.S. 17 and Oak Street.
Piney Green Road (SR 1406) widening to five lanes between U.S. 17 and NC 24.
NC 53 widening to four and five lanes between U.S. 17 and southern planning area
boundary.
Henderson Drive widening to five lanes between U.S. 17 and Barn Street.
Holcomb Boulevard widening to eight lanes.
Northwest Loop.
Piney Green Road (SR 1406) Extension between NC 24 and Sneads Ferry Road.
NC 24 widening between the US 17 Freeway and Holcomb Boulevard.
White Street Extension to Country Club Road.
Montford Point Road widening to four lanes between NC 24 and Harlem Drive.
Bell Fork Road (SR 1308) widening to five lanes between U.S. 17 and NC 24.
Henderson Drive (SR 1356) widening to five lanes between Gum Branch Road and
Western Boulevard.

-- U.S. 258/NC 24 widening to seven lanes between the Maplehurst Road Extension and the
U.S. 17 Freeway.
-- Fawn Trail Extension.
-- Country Club Road (SR 1403) Extension to Thomas Humphrey Road.
-- NC 24 Access Road.
-- Extension between Fawn Trail Extension and Gum Branch Road.
Several of these improvement needs have also been listed in the 1996 North Carolina
Transportation Improvement Program. These improvements include the following:
NCDOT ID # LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION LENGTH SCHEDULE
U-2107`
Jacksonville Bypass, US 17 South to 4.4 miles
Design 1997-2001
US 17 North. Four lane divided facility,
Right-of-way 1997-2001
on new location.
Construction 1997-2003
U-2107 A
Jacksonville Bypass, US 258-NC 24 to 0.8 miles
Design 1997-2000
US 17 South. Four lane divided facility
Right-of-way 1998-2000
on new location.
Construction 2000-2003
U-2540
SR 1308 (Bell Fork Road), NC 24 to US 2.1 miles
Identified future need
17. Widen roadway to a five lane curb
and gutter facility.
U-3439
US 17 Relocation, Jacksonville Bypass —
Identified future need
(U-2107) Northward. Four lane divided
facility on new location.
U-3616 Western Boulevard, US 17 to SR 1308 4.0 miles Planning 1999-2000
(Gum Branch Road). Widen roadway to Design 2000-2002
a multi -lane facility. Right-of-way 2002
Construction 2003-'
" Indicates Intrastate Project. All Schedules Subject to Availability of Funds
' Projects have not been scheduled past the year 2003.
Source: North Carolina Department of Transportation, Transportation Improvement Program.
Map 10 shows the location of NCDOT projects U-2107 and U-2107A.
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H IVY 17 / NC 24 BlYmPASS
U-2107 and U-2107A �V� V
NCDOT TIP PROJECTS W
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PHASE 3
\Source: City of Jacksonville
IPHASE I I
PHASE
DESCRIPTION
PHASE I
US 17 S TO NC 24
PHASE 2
BRIDGE OVER WILSON BAY
PHASE 3
US 258 TO US 17 S
PHASE 4
NC 24 TO US 17 N
EST. START DATE
UNDER CONST.
UNDER CONST.
FALL 1999
SPRING 2002
PHASE 4
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PHASE 1
p
Wilson
Bay
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The preparation of this map was financed in
part through a grant provided by the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program,
PHASE 2
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.
EST. COMP. DATE
LENGTH IN MILES COST IN MILLS
FALL 2003
4.6 50.9
JULY 2001
0.63 16.5
FALL 2002
1.5 17.0
FALL 2004
2.2 38.4
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' 6. Educational Facilities
' Jacksonville is served by two separate public school districts, the Onslow County School District
and the Camp Lejeune School District, as well as by five private schools. The Onslow County
School District serves the entire county. As shown in Table 25, there are ten elementary schools,
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four middle schools, and three high schools that serve Jacksonville residents. Table 25 indicates
that the overall enrollment at these schools increased by 2,368 individuals or by 19.5% during the
six -year period between school years 1990-91 and 1996-97.
Table 25
Onslow County Schools Serving Jacksonville
1990/91 to 1996/97
Grade
Second Month
Third Month
+/- since
Building
Level
1990-91
1996-97
1990-91
Capacity**
PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Bell Fork Elementary
K-5
943
1,038
+95
750
Blue Creek Elementary
K-5
1,031
767
-264
700
Clyde Erwin Elementary
K-5
772
543
-229
600
Jacksonville Commons
K-5
[A]
824
+824
800
*Morton Elementary
K-4
820
560
-260
700
Northwoods Elementary
K-5
657
553
-104
550
Parkwood Elementary
K-5
615
510
-105
500
Southwest Elementary
K-5
[A]
901
+901
800
*Summersill Elementary
K-5
869
764
-105
800
Walter M. Thompson
K-5
629
453
-176
550
Elementary
Elementary (Subtotal)
6,336
6,913
+577
6,750
PUBLIC SECONDARY SCHOOLS
*Hunters Creek Middle
6-8
780
1,022
+242
700
Jacksonville High
9-12
1,534
1,889
+355
1,550
Jacksonville Middle
6-8
699
774
+75
700
Northwoods Park Middle
6-8
865
1,096
+231
800
Onslow County High
9-12
54
[B]
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[B]
Onslow County Learning
9-12
[A]
40
+40
N/A
Center (OCLC)
*Southwest Middle
6-8
425
743
+318
700
*Southwest High
9-12
524
763
+239
850
*White Oak High School
9-12
870
1,269
+399
1,250
Secondary (Subtotal)
5.805
7.596
+1,791
6,550
TOTAL
12,141
14,509
+2,368
13,300
*Schools which only partly serve Jacksonville residents.
** It would appear that most of the schools are not overcrowded, however, there are over 100 temporary
buildings currently in use.
[A] - Schools opened since 1991.
[B] - School closed since 1991.
Source: Onslow County Schools.
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The growth of enrollment in the county's secondary schools greatly exceeded that of elementary
schools between school years 1990-1991 and 1996-1997. This trend indicates an aging school
aged population. As a result, the demand for additional classroom space is greater at the middle '
and high school grade levels than at elementary grade levels.
The Camp Lejeune School District is a federally funded Section 6 school system which serves the
children of military families who reside on the base. Table 26 shows the December, 1996,
enrollment figures for the six elementary schools, the middle school, and the high school that
make up the Camp Lejeune School District. Total enrollment at these schools decreased by 163 ,
individuals or 4.3% for the six -year period.
School enrollment in the Camp Lejeune School District is directly related to developments at the
military base. For example, school enrollment was at a record high during the Vietnam War but
has since stabilized to its current levels. Projecting school enrollment is made even more difficult
due to the fact that there is usually an annual turnover of 25 to 35% among military families
stationed at Camp Lejeune.
Table 26
Camp Lejeune School District
Enrollment for December 31, 1996 and September 28, 1990
1990
Present
,
Grade
Enrollment
Grade
Enrollment
+/- since
School
Level
9/28/90
Level
12/31/96
9/28/90
Berkeley Manor Elementary School
K-5
485
PK-5
360
-125
Delalio Elementary School
K-5
428
PK-5
330
-98
Russell Elementary School
K-5
412
PK-5
420
+8
Stone Street Elementary School
K-5
476
PK-5
430
-46
Tarawa Terrace I Elem. School
K-4
367
K-3
400
+33
Tarawa Terrace II Elem. School
K-5
407
K-5
530
+123
Preschool for the Handicapped
Preschool
17
N/A'
N/A'
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Elementary School Subtotal
2,592
2,470
-122
-73
Brewster Middle School
6-8
723
6-8
650
Lejeune High School
9-12
518
9-12
550
+32
Secondary School Subtotal
1.241
1.200
-41
,
Total Enrollment
3,833
3,670
-163
The Preschool for the Handicapped has closed and its
students distributed throughout the Camp Lejeune
School District.
Source: Camp Lejeune School District.
'
The five private schools serving Jacksonville include St. Francis of Assisi,
Grace Baptist Church,
Jacksonville Christian, Living Water
Christian, and
the Montessori School.
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1 7. Police Protection
The Jacksonville Police Department currently provides police protection for the city. The staff of
122 includes 97 sworn officers, 25 civilian employees, and 12 part-time employees. This breaks
down to approximately 1.3 sworn officers per 1,000 persons in Jacksonville. Distress calls are
received on the 911 system. Jacksonville has an active Community Watch program which is
available in almost every neighborhood.
1 8. Fire Protection
Fire protection for Jacksonville is provided by the city's fire department through three fire stations.
The stations are located in the downtown area, the Northwoods area (north west), and the Brynn
Mar area (east -central). The entire city is no further than five miles from one of these stations.
Jacksonville has a city-wide Insurance Services Organization (ISO) rating of 4. This rating
determines, among other things, the cost of fire hazard insurance in the city. It should be noted
' that Camp Lejeune operates its own fire department and a mutual aid agreement between
Jacksonville, Camp Lejeune, and Onslow County Volunteer fire departments is in effect. Each
of the city's fire stations maintains First -Line Response fire equipment. Also, a 100 foot platform
truck is located at the Brynn Mar station.
Since 1991, the department has acquired four additional vehicles. These include three new
pumpers (one for each station) and an emergency squad unit. The fire department has also
initiated two new programs. These include an Emergency Medical First Response program which
provides emergency medical first aid to critical care patients until an EMS unit arrives and a
' Confined Space Response program.
Plans to construct Fire Station 4 are discussed in Section II of this plan.
9. Rescue Services
Onslow County operates five Emergency Medical Stations (EMS) equipped with a total of six
trucks. Emergency calls are managed through an active 911 system. All of the stations are
staffed by full-time paramedics. Two of the six stations are presently located within the City of
Jacksonville, one on Georgetown Road and the other on Ellis Boulevard. However, the
Georgetown Road station is being relocated south of the city's corporate limits on Piney Green
Road. Although this station will be located outside of city limits, it will still respond to calls within
the City of Jacksonville.
10. Recreation
The Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department manages the following park areas and
recreation facilities:
a. Northeast Creek Park: The park contains 82 acres with waterfront and boat
access. Facilities that are available include a 22 x 62 picnic shelter with restrooms,
a playground area with 21 pieces of playground equipment, an outdoor basketball
court, a senior citizens walking trail, two shuffleboards, two family picnic areas, four
' exercise stations, two horseshoe pits, two separate parking areas for 180 cars, 300
x 500 foot athletic fields with two backstops and soccer goals, a frisbee golf course,
gazebo, BMX bike course, large undeveloped wooded natural areas, two
abandoned sewage lagoons, boat ramp, and nature trails along the water with
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educational signage. It should be noted that the waterfront area at Northeast
Creek Park has been improved with grant assistance from the North Carolina
Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access Program.
b. Kerr Street Center: The center covers 5.2 acres. Facilities that are available
include a 45' x 55' recreation building, picnic shelter and grills, a 50' x 80' lighted
basketball area, a baseball/softball field, two tennis courts, nine pieces of
playground equipment, and 75 parking spaces.
C. Wilson Bay Park: The park contains three acres with a waterfront and partially
wooded natural area. There are two 1,000 square foot lighted picnic shelters (10
tables, with grills each). Also scattered throughout the park are four picnic tables,
four portable grills, six pieces of playground equipment, 25 parking spaces, and
restrooms.
d. Jack Amyette Boys and Girls Club Recreation Center: The center is located on
0.9 acres. It has a 60' x 50' recreation building and a 74' x 58' gym. There is also
a 20' x 10' picnic shelter with grills, six pieces of playground equipment, a
concession stand, lighted baseball/softball field, four lighted tennis courts, and 89
parking spaces.
e. Wooten Park: The park covers 3.8 acres and has two basketball courts,
playground equipment, and a new picnic shelter.
If. Phillips Park: The park contains 7.5 acres. The facilities available include a '
lighted little league baseball field, lighted softball/baseball field, an outdoor
basketball court, restrooms, a concession stand, 10 pieces of playground
equipment, 22' x 50' picnic shelter, and 150 parking spaces.
g. Woodlands Center: The center contains a 50' x 55' concession building, picnic
shelter, and four soccer fields.
h. Brook Valley: The park is 2.7 acres and has four tennis courts, a 50' x 80'
basketball area, 11 pieces of playground equipment, a play and picnic area, and
25 parking spaces.
i. Sherwood Forest: The park is 3.2 acres and has a picnic area, 11 pieces of
playground equipment, three tennis courts, 50' x 80' basketball area, and 35
parking spaces.
j. City -County Waterfront Park: This small, 1 Y2 acre park, located on the New
River, across from the U.S.O. at US 17 Business and New Bridge Street, contains
a boardwalk, boat access, a pier, and parking facilities. The park was developed
jointly by the City and Onslow County in 1987 with grant assistance from the '
Division of Coastal Management.
k. Kerr Street Waterfront Park: This park is located across from the older, Kerr
Street Center. The waterfront site contains a gazebo, a picnic area with tables and
grills, benches, a pier for fishing or walking, and a parking area. This facility,
providing public water access to the New River, was also assisted by CAMA grant
funds. '
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I. Acorn Forest Park: This is a small (.9 acre) neighborhood park with trees, a picnic
area with table and benches, and playground equipment.
M. Branchwood Park: This park is only approximately 50% complete and at the
present time contains only playground equipment. Additional plans include picnic
areas and landscaped open space.
n. Georgetown Park: This facility includes a playground, covered picnic shelter, one
restroom, four basketball goals, practice ball field with backstop, and automobile
parking.
o. Market Street Playground: This facility contains one tot lot.
P. Jacksonville Commons: In December, 1996, a new three million dollar
recreational complex opened in Jacksonville Commons. This facility is located just
off the Western Boulevard extension and consists of a 18,000 square foot
gymnasium, recreation center, senior citizen center, administrative offices
(including the Parks and Recreation Department), and paved parking for 200 cars.
The Parks and Recreation Department also manages a Crafts Complex.
The City of Jacksonville Trails and Greenways Master Plan which was approved by City Council
in February, 1993, consists of forty defined corridors that have been designated for the
development of publicly accessible water trails, off -road greenway trails, and/or on -road bicycle
improvements. These defined greenway corridors are illustrated on the official Trails and
Greenways'map, a copy of which has been provided as Map 11.
With prior approval, the Department also has year-round access to the gymnasiums, ball fields,
and/or playground equipment of five public schools within the city. The use of these facilities
complements the city's growing recreation and athletic programs.
Onslow Pine Park is a 55-acre facility located in the city's ETJ and managed by Onslow County.
This multi -use facility has two ballfields, lighted basketball and tennis courts, nature trails, exercise
trails, playground equipment, a horse show arena, and picnic shelters with tables, benches, and
grills.
11. Administration
The City of Jacksonville maintains a complete staff for management of a wide range of urban
services. The administrative and service staff includes the following positions:
Administration
9
Building Inspections
10
Engineering
7
Finance
11
Garage
7
Management Information Systems
6
Public Works
95
Planning
7
Public Utilities
52
Recreation and Parks
13
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The city maintains a Mayor -Council form of government with
a City Manager employed to
supervise all departments. The City Council includes six members. The City Manager is aided
by two assistant managers, a clerk, and a deputy clerk. The city
is also served by the following
boards:
Beautification and Appearance
15 members
Board of Adjustment
5 members
BOLD, Inc.
20 members
Civic Affairs Committee
15 members
Community Development Advisory Commission
9 members
Fire Safety Advisory Boards
10 members
Planning Board
9 members
Recreation and Parks Commission
9 members
Recycling Advisory Board
6 members
Trails and Greenways Commission
Water and Sewer Advisory Board
7 members
9 members
Jacksonville's administrative capabilities are adequate to serve the city's needs.
12. Energy Generating Facilities
' The City of Jacksonville does not host any electric generating plants, oil refineries, or inshore
exploration facilities for gas or oil. The city does not anticipate the development of any of these
facilities within the planning period.
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SECTION II: PROJECTED DEMAND FOR DEVELOPMENT
A. DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
1. Demographic Trends
According to the North Carolina Office of State Planning, Onslow County may expect a 25.5%
increase in its population between 1995-2005. At this rate, the Onslow County population would
reach 185,627 persons by the year 2005. In 1995, the City of Jacksonville's population was equal
' to 50.8% of the county's total population. Assuming the city will retain its 1995 percentage of total
county population in 2005, 94,210 persons will reside within the corporate limits of Jacksonville.
This amounts to a numerical increase of 19,141 persons during the ten-year period. Table 27
includes a summary of projected year-round population growth for Onslow County and its
municipalities through the year 2005.
Table 27
Summary of Projected Year -Round Population Growth, 1995-2005
Onslow County
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Year -Round Population
Percentage Change
Overall
Municipality/Area 1995 2000 2005
'95200 '00205 '95205
1) Holly Ridge 787 903 988
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
2) Jacksonville 76,069 86,106 94,210
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
3) North Topsail Beach 1,070 1,227 1,343
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
4) Richlands 1,268 1,454 1,591
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
5) Surf City (Part) 333 382 418
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
6) Swansboro 1,351 1,550 1,695
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
Total Municipalities 79,878 91,622 100,246
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
Total Unincorporated Areas 68,034 78,037 85,381
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
Total County 147,912 169,659 185,627
14.7% 9.4% 25.5%
Sources: North Carolina Office of State Planning; extrapolation of data for individual areas for 2000-
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2005 by Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
NOTE: Due to 1980-1995 annexations and unpredictable development patterns, indicated municipal growth
from 1995-2005 is based on the assumption that each municipality will retain its 1995 percentage
of population relative to total county population throughout 1995-2005
(as opposed to utilizing
individual 1980-1995 municipal growth rates).
The seasonal population in Jacksonville is not expected to have a significant impact on the city's
services or infrastructure during the planning period. At the time the 1990 U.S. Census was taken,
888 of Jacksonville's 11,810 total housing units were identified as vacant. Approximately 1.5%,
' or 13 of these vacant units, were classified for seasonal, recreational, or occasional use. The
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impact associated with the occupancy of 13 dwelling units during seasonal periods is extremely '
small. However, it should be noted that the city has recognized the importance of promoting
tourism and will work towards doing so during the planning period. Therefore, a slight increase
in the seasonal population over the next ten years may be expected.
2. Housing Trends I
As shown earlier in Graph 4, between 1990-1996, the City of Jacksonville issued approximately
250 residential building permits per year. In September, 1997, there were approximately 3,064 ,
acres of vacant land. However, due to the presence of 404 wetlands, a portion of this acreage
would be considered unsuitable for development. About 45%, or 1,379 acres appear to be in a
residential zoning category. At the present time, the residential density in Jacksonville is '
approximately .25 units per acre. If this density continues, the vacant developable residential land
could accommodate approximately 5,516 additional dwelling units. At current growth rates, it
would take a minimum of 22 years to utilize the vacant land.
The majority of the new residential construction over the next five years is expected to occur '
outside the Jacksonville City Limits along Piney Green Road and U.S. 17.
3. Commercial Land Use ,
Significant changes in Jacksonville's commercial land use patterns are not expected to occur
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during the planning period. Commercial development is expected to continue along Highways NC
24, U.S. 17, and Western Boulevard. As shown earlier in Table 27, the Jacksonville population
may be expected to increase by approximately 19,000 persons by the year 2005. While it is
impossible to convert this population increase into an accurate forecast of increased commercial
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acreage, the population increase is generally indicative of the commercial land use increase which
may be expected to occur. In addition, commercial development is highly reliant on the number
of Camp Lejeune personnel. As mentioned earlier in the Economy portion of Section I, during the
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Persian Gulf/Iraq-Kuwait conflict, retail sales in Jacksonville suffered significantly due to the
deployment of base personnel. Therefore, any significant changes that might occur at Camp
Lejeune would have a direct impact on the amount of acreage developed for commercial uses.
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With or without military growth, the need for redevelopment of the city's commercial areas should '
continue through the planning period. As the age of commercial structures increases, the need
for revitalization/redevelopment will increase. The city should develop a specific commercial
revitalization plan which will address the commercial area needs/issues, provide specific objectives '
and implementing actions, and identify funding sources. It is emphasized that to succeed, this
must be a joint public/private venture. The following issues should confront commercial
development through the planning period:
-- Commercial development will continue to be heavily dependent on military personnel.
-- Commercial revitalization will have a positive impact on the city. '
-- Congestion on Marine (U.S. 17), Lejeune (NC 24), and Western Boulevards will hinder
access to commercial establishments. '
-- New commercial development is expected to be concentrated on Marine Boulevard (U.S.
17) and Western Boulevard, including the Western Boulevard Extension.
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-- The city's desire to control strip commercialization and excessive signage.
4. Industrial Land Use
As discussed in the existing land use analysis section, there is limited industrial land use within
Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction. In fact, industrial land use occupies only 0.2% of the corporate
area and 0.4% of the city's ETJ. It is anticipated that active industrial recruitment efforts will result
in growth of industrial land use during the planning period. In addition, additional lands have
recently been zoned for industrial uses in the vicinity of the new Western Boulevard Extension as
it approaches Gum Branch Road. The city has recognized the need for an additional industrial
park and will work towards the diversification of its industrial base.
' 5. Transportation
Although other transportation improvements have been scheduled, the major transportation issue
confronting Jacksonville is the construction of the U.S. 17 Jacksonville Bypass. The NCDOT
identification numbers for this project are U-2107 and U-2107A. A map illustrating these projects
has been provided on page 1-62. Construction of the bypass has already been initiated and is
expected to continue through the year 2003. The construction of the Bypass will greatly reduce
traffic congestion on U.S. 17 and NC 24 through Jacksonville.
' Other transportation issues include:
-- Limiting additional points of ingress and egress on Marine, Lejeune, and Western
Boulevards.
-- Implementation of the NCDOT Transportation Improvement Plan.
' -- Improve pedestrian access and foster pedestrian -friendly environment.
' -- Coordinate with NCDOT to ensure that city streets are adequately maintained and
upgraded.
6. Public Land Use
The greatest change in public land use expected to take place during the planning period will
' occur in Jacksonville Commons. This area consists of approximately 280 acres and is located just
off of the Western Boulevard Extension. A small portion of this acreage has been developed as
a recreational complex which opened in December, 1996. Approximately 80 acres was given to
Onslow County for the construction of an elementary school and a middle school, and ten acres
have recently been cleared to construct four youth softball/baseball fields which opened in the
spring of 1998.
As a result, approximately 95 acres of the Jacksonville Commons area has been developed,
leaving a balance of 185 acres for future development. A master plan for the remaining acreage
has not been prepared. However, a portion of this area will be used for a new high school and
' the remaining area may be used for parkland.

7. Education
Since 1991, five additional Onslow County Schools have opened serving Jacksonville residents.
These include the Jacksonville Commons Elementary, Southwest Elementary, Onslow County
Learning Center (OCLC), Hunters Creek Elementary, and Jacksonville Commons Middle.
Numerous additions and renovations have also taken place at all of the existing schools serving
Jacksonville.
The Onslow County Board of Education recently approved a plan for the expenditure of a 56
million dollar state bond. A substantial portion of these funds will be used to construct a new high
school and middle school in Jacksonville.
It is anticipated that the new high school will be located in Jacksonville Commons and the middle
school will be located in the Woodlands area in the vicinity of the Gum Branch Road and Western
Boulevard Extension intersection.
Due to the number of both new and planned schools, bond funds, and the Onslow County Board
of Education's commitment toward providing quality facilities, the Onslow County School system
should have no problem meeting demand during the planning period.
8. Recreation
In December, 1996, a new three million dollar recreational complex opened in Jacksonville
Commons. This facility is located just off the Western Boulevard Extension and consists of a
18,000 square foot gymnasium, recreation center, senior citizen center, administrative offices, and
paved parking for 200 cars.
During the planning period, Jacksonville Commons is the only area in which significant recreational
improvements are expected. A ten -acre site has already been developed with four youth
softball/baseball fields. As previously mentioned under Public Land Use, there are approximately
185 acres of vacant land in Jacksonville Commons remaining for future development. A portion
of this acreage will be used for the construction of a new high school and fire station, with the
remaining balance possibly utilized for parkland.
The City of Jacksonville will continue to implement its Trails and Greenways Master Plan (see Map
11). This plan, completed in February, 1993, included the following recommendations for fiscal
years 1994-2002:
Two to Five -Year Schedule (FY 1994-FY 1997)
During the fiscal years 1994 to 1997, the city should focus its energies on expanding the
physical size and scope of the greenway program, expanding community education
programs, continuing to involve new individual and corporate sponsors in the program, and
updating other mechanisms to respond to transportation and beautification needs of the
city. As opportunities arise, additional greenway lands should be acquired and new trails
should be developed on an as -needed and/or desired basis.
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Five to Ten -Year Schedule (FY 1997-FY 2002)
During the fiscal years 1997 to 2002, the city should begin to realize substantial completion
of various objectives of the greenway program. Most of the required greenway lands
should be acquired and numerous trails should be developed. The city shall conduct a
formal five-year review of the program in FY1997, and should provide detailed future fiscal
' objectives at that time.
In the spring of 1998, the City of Jacksonville completed the update of its Comprehensive
Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan. This plan was partially funded through the Division of
Coastal Management's Local Planning and Management Grant Program. The city's original Parks
and Recreation Master Plan was completed in 1986.
' In January/February, 1998, the City of Jacksonville Recreation Department staff and Recreation
Advisory Committee prepared a five-year (1998-2003) recreation Capital Improvement Program
(CIP). The 1998 Comprehensive Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan supports . the
' implementation of the five-year recreation CIP. The following summarizes the five-year CIP:
Rank Project Reason Budget
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Jacksonville Commons
Playground, Picnic Area, Adult
$550,000
Ball Fields & All America Park
2
Woodlands Park
Continue Development of
$425,469
Regional Park
3
Commons Gymnasium
Bleachers for Gymnasium
$190,000
4
Commons Gymnasium
Sound Improvements for
$25,000
Gymnasium
5
Northeast Creek Park
Phase II Development
$750,000
6
US 17/Downtown Trail
Pave Section of US 17/
$80,000
Downtown Trail
7
Jacksonville Commons
Storage Building
$30,000
8
Wilson Bay Park
Major Renovations to Park
$200,000
9
Swimming Pool
Construct Swimming Pool to
$1,250,000
Provide a Swimming Program
for Community
10
Skateboard Park
Provide Safe Environment for
$75,000
Skateboarding
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Brynn Marr Area
Indoor Recreation Facility
$1,500,000
The complete 1998 Recreation Plan is available for review at the Jacksonville Recreation and
Parks Department.
Considering the number of existing recreational facilities, new recreational complex, new
softball/baseball fields, and the availability of additional parkland acreage (Jacksonville
Commons), recreational facilities can be expected to remain more than adequate during the
planning period.
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9. Water System
The existing City of Jacksonville water system experienced an average daily flow of 3.7 million
gallons per day (MGD) and a maximum daily flow of just over 4 MGD in 1995.
Total system capacity is presently 8.2 mgd. According to the City of Jacksonville's water supply
plan which received Division of Water Resources approval in May, 1995, following the addition of
Well 7, the water system would have sufficient capacity to satisfy demand for the next ten years.
As discussed in Section I of this plan, Well 7 went on-line during the summer of 1997. In addition,
the City Council recently decided to pursue jointly with Onslow County the completion of a Water
Resources Study intended to examine long-term sources of water including additional aquifers and
the utilization of area surface waters. This study is expected to be initiated during Fiscal Year
1999-2000. Upon completion of this study, the city will decide which water sources it will pursue.
Although there is no immediate concern over Jacksonville's water supply, the city is taking
appropriate action to plan for the future.
10. Sewer System
As previously discussed in Section I of this plan, the city constructed a new land application
WWTP at a cost of $50 million which began operation in January, 1998. The new WWTP has a
capacity of 6.0 mgd and is expandable to 9.0 mgd as the demand for additional capacity presents
itself. Considering the expansion capability of the new WWTP, the City of Jacksonville should
have adequate wastewater treatment capacity to meet demand during the next twenty years.
Also of significance to the city's sewer system is the fact that Onslow County has made
arrangements with Jacksonville to provide approximately 165,000 gpd of its wastewater treatment
capacity to serve a new industrial park in the county. The industrial park will be located on a 730-
acre site on U.S. Highway 258 between Richlands and Jacksonville.
11. Storm Drainage
As mentioned in Section 1, Part G, the City of Jacksonville has been awarded FEMA funds to
clean out 80 miles of ditches and creeks within the city. This will greatly improve the efficiency of
the city's drainage network and should eliminate any potential flooding problems.
12. Solid Waste
During FY95-96, the City of Jacksonville generated almost 2,700 tons of refuse. This material was
transported to the Onslow County landfill located on Pony Farm Road. However, the permit for
this landfill expired in December, 1997. As a result, a new landfill was constructed on a 170-acre
site located just north of the original Pony Farm Road Landfill. Groundbreaking for this new facility
began in October, 1997, and was completed in January, 1998, with appropriate buffers. The new
landfill is a Subtitle D (liner/leach) facility capable of accommodating Onslow County's solid waste
demands through the year 2028. The county is confident that this life expectancy estimate is
realistic and plans to increase recycling efforts with the intention of keeping the growth rate of the
county's waste stream below that of its population.
The city's solid waste collection system and the Onslow County Landfill will be sufficient in meeting
demand during the planning period. Private contractors will continue to be utilized to handle the
curbside collection of recyclables.
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According to the Police Chief, as a result of annexation the Police Department will need to add
additional officers to the force. The Police Department has requested 17 new sworn officers and
3 civilian officers. This would increase the total number of sworn officers to 114 and the number
of civilian employees to 28. However, actual number of new officers hired depends largely on
budgeting.
14. Fire Protection
At the present time, the city is in the planning and design stage for the construction and staffing
of a fourth fire station to be located in Jacksonville Commons. Construction is expected to be
initiated in January, 1999, and completed one year later. The new fire department building will
also serve as the Onslow County Emergency Center. The exact number of additional personnel
needed is not known at this time.
Map 12 indicates fire district coverage and Graph 6 provides total and developed acreage for each
fire district in Jacksonville. This map and table include the addition of the fourth fire station.
All of the city's fire stations will continue to maintain First -Time Response fire equipment so that
fire fighters will be able to do their jobs as safely and efficiently as possible.
As previously stated in this plan, the goal of the Jacksonville water system is to provide water, to
meet maximum hour consumption as well as fire protection requirements as set forth by the
Insurance Services Organization. The city is currently meeting this goal and will continue to do
SO.
15. Rescue Services
According to the Director of the city's Emergency Medical Service, during the planning period a
seventh truck will need to be added to the current EMS force to meet the demand of a growing
population and service area. This truck would be responsible for serving a portion of
Jacksonville's city limit area. The city would then be broken down into three geographic zones of
coverage rather than the two that are in effect today.
16. Redevelopment Issues
The city will continue the preservation and improvement of its existing housing stock through the
administration of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. As previously mentioned,
there is also a need for commercial redevelopment. As the age of commercial structures
increased and buildings deteriorate, the need for commercial redevelopment will increase.
Although a large majority of the "clean-up" and redevelopment incurred as a result of Hurricane
Fran has already taken place, the City of Jacksonville will continue in its efforts. The specifics of
this type of redevelopment are dealt within the storm hazard mitigation and post -disaster
reconstruction plan. However, Jacksonville will support the reconstruction of any properties
destroyed by natural disaster consistent with applicable City of Jacksonville ordinances.
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17. Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation
This plan was reviewed by the Onslow County Planning Department prior to certification by the
Coastal Resources Commission. This review was provided to help ensure consistency of this plan
with Onslow County's planning efforts. Intergovernmental coordination and cooperation will
continue through the ten-year planning period. This will be essential to accomplish effective ,
planning for public facilities, thoroughfare projects, community facilities, housing needs, and
environmental protection. The Jacksonville City Council and Planning Board will be responsible
for ensuring adequate coordination with Onslow County and other government entities as may be
required. Most recently, the City of Jacksonville has worked with Onslow County to complete the
following projects: construction of a new Emergency Medical Service (EMS) building and animal
control shelter in Jacksonville Commons; completion of Operation Onslow Strategic Plan and
Technical Appendix; and provision of city sewer services to the county's new industrial park.
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GRAPH 6
Total & Developed Acreage Within Fire Districts
Acreage Within 2.0 Road Miles From Fire Station
Acreage
3000
Total Coverage
2,869 Acres
2500
Total Coverage
2,324 Acres Developed Area:
Total Coverage 2,419 Acres
0 2000 2,117 Acres Developed Area: 84% Developed
2,091 Acres
Developed Area: 90% Developed
1500 1,780 Acres
$ Total Coverage
4% Developed
1,355 Acres
1000 1---
Developed Area:
897 Acres
500 66% Developed
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SECTION III: LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
The CAMA regulations require the establishment of a specific land classification system to support
the local government's policy statements. This system should reflect developing land use patterns
within a community. The CAMA 15A NCAC 76 regulations state:
"The land classification system provides a framework to be used by
local governments to identify the future use of all lands. The
designation of land classes allows the local government to illustrate
their policy statements as to where and to what density they want
growth to occur, and where they want to conserve natural and
cultural resources by guiding growth."
The 15A NCAC 7H requirements provide for the following seven land classifications: Developed,
Urban Transition, Limited Transition, Community, Rural, Rural with Services, and Conservation.
In applying these classifications, Jacksonville should carefully consider where and when various
types of development should be encouraged. Additionally, where practical, the areas of
environmental concern requiring protection should be identified and mapped. Each applicable
land classification must be represented on a land classification map.
The following land classifications will apply in Jacksonville's jurisdiction:
DEVELOPED: Areas included in the developed land classification are currently urban in
character, with no or minimal undeveloped land remaining. Municipal types of services are in
place or are expected to be provided within the next five to ten years. Land uses include
residential, commercial, industrial, and other urban land uses at high or moderate densities.
Residential densities are allowed in excess of an average of three dwelling units per acre, with
minimum single-family residential lot sizes ranging from 6,000 square feet to 20,000 square feet.
' URBAN TRANSITION: Areas included in the urban transition classification are presently being
developed for urban purposes, or will be developed in the next five to ten years. These areas
should eventually require complete urban services within the planning period. The urban transition
areas include mixed land uses such as residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and other
uses approaching high to moderate densities. Residential densities are allowed in excess of an
average of three dwelling units per acre, with a minimum single-family residential lot size of 10,000
square feet.
RURAL WITH SERVICES: Areas included within the rural with services classification are
developed at low density. Land uses include residential use where limited water services are
provided in order to avert existing or projected health problems. Lot sizes will be large and the
provision of services will not disrupt the primary rural character of the landscape. The provision
of services should not be designed to serve as a catalyst for development.

CONSERVATION: The purpose of the Conservation class is to provide for the effective long-term
management and protection of significant, limited, or irreplaceable areas. Management is needed
due to the natural, cultural, recreational, scenic, or natural productive values of both local and '
more than local concern. The Conservation class is designed to illustrate the natural, productive,
scenic, cultural, and recreational features of the coastal zone which make the region a desirable
place in which to live, work, and visit. As such, the Conservation class should be applied to areas
that because of their unique, productive, limited, cultural, or natural features should be either not
developed at all (preserved), or if developed, done so in an extremely limited and cautious fashion.
The following Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC) are included in the conservation
classification:
Coastal Wetlands: This classification includes all areas of marsh subject to regular or
occasional flooding by tides, including wind tides. However, tidal flooding is understood
not to include hurricane or tropical storm tides. The existence of coastal wetlands must
be determined by the Division of Coastal Management. Development which meets the
minimum use standards of 15A NCAC 7H, the City of Jacksonville zoning ordinance, and
the policies contained in this plan shall be allowed in areas classified as coastal wetlands.
Estuarine Shorelines: All areas lying 0-75 feet landward of the mean high water level of
estuarine waters are classified as estuarine shorelines. Because of map size and scale,
these areas cannot be accurately mapped. Precise locations must be determined in the
field. Uses will be allowed within the estuarine shoreline areas that are consistent with the
15A NCAC 7H use standards and the City of Jacksonville zoning ordinance.
Public Trust and Estuarine Waters: All public trust and estuarine waters are included in
this classification. All waters in Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction are classified as public
trust areas as described by 15A NCAC 7H.0207, or estuarine waters as described by 15A
NCAC 7H.0206. Uses consistent with 15A NCAC 7H.0207 and .0206 will be allowed. The
city opposes the permanent location of fl
oating structures in estuarine and public trust
waters and in marinas. Except for floating structures and prohibition of signage in public
trust and estuarine waters, the conservation policies are not more restrictive than the use I
standards included in 15A NCAC 7H.
The following non -AEC fragile area is also included in the conservation classification:
Natural Heritage Areas: These areas include the hardwood swamps along the New River
and its tributaries. r
The land classifications are delineated on Map 13. The land classification map allows for the
development of Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction during the next five to ten years. I
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SECTION IV: POLICY STATEMENTS
Policy statements are extremely important and have aday-to-day impact on individual citizens
within Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction. The statements will have an impact in several areas,
including:
-- CAMA minor and major permitting as required by N.C.G.S. 113A-118 prior
r to undertaking any development in any area of environmental concern.
-- Establishment of local planning policy.
-- Review of proposed projects requiring state or federal assistance or
approval to determine consistency with local policies.
The Coastal Resources Commission requires all governments to specify stated development
policies under each one of five broad topics. These topics include:
-- Resource Protection
-- Resource Production and Management
-- Economic and Community Development
-- Continuing Public Participation
-- Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation Plans
During 1995 and 1996, the NCAC 7B CAMA planning guidelines were revised. The revised
guidelines included new requirements for the development of policy statements. These changes
included the following policy statement additions:
-- A general vision policy statement describing the type of community
that the local government would like to become within the next ten
years.
-- A basic statement as to the community attitude toward resource
protection.
-- Where available, a policy addressing the protection of wetlands
identified as being of the highest functional significance on maps
supplied by the Division of Coastal Management.
-- A policy addressing moorings and mooring fields.
-- A policy addressing water quality problems and management
measures designed to reduce or eliminate local sources of surface
water quality problems.
-- A statement as to the community attitude toward resource
production and management.
-- A statement as to the community attitude toward economic and
community development.
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-- A policy addressing commitment to state and federal programs,
including housing rehabilitation, community development block
grants, housing for low and moderate income level citizens, water
and sewer installation, and rural water systems.
-- A policy addressing assistance to interstate waterways. I
Based on the analysis of existing conditions and trends, suggestions from the citizens residing
within the city's planning jurisdiction, and substantial input and guidance from the City of
Jacksonville Planning Board, the policies in the following sections have been formulated to provide
a guide for regulating development within Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction. Policies which were
considered, but not adopted, are provided in Appendix III.
A. VISION STATEMENT I
Jacksonville desires to achieve balanced residential, business, and industrial growth while
preserving its natural assets. The military will continue to be an important, highly valued segment
of the Jacksonville community. The city will pursue an annexation policy of expanding the city's
corporate limits when financially feasible. Commercial development along the city's major
thoroughfares and along its urban (downtown) waterfront will be encouraged.
In summary, the City of Jacksonville desires to achieve the following:
-- Establish additional industrial park areas.
-- Diversify the city's industrial base.
-- Improve water quality in the New River and improve the aesthetic appearance of
the shoreline.
-- Expand the city through financially feasible annexation.
-- Increase the city's inventory of affordable housing.
-- Preserve Areas of Environmental Concern.
-- Preserve and protect residential neighborhoods.
-- Control, not eliminate, strip commercialization.
-- Redevelop the city's downtown area. I
B. RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICY STATEMENTS
Community Attitude on Resource Protection
The City of Jacksonville 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, or in some cases exceeded, by the policies contained in this plan. In particular, the
city desires to preserve the New River and the hardwood swamps located along the river and its
tributaries.
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Areas of Environmental Concern (Issue discussed, pages 1-40 and 1-42): Please see page III-2
for the city's policies regarding development in Areas of Environmental Concern.
Soils (Issue discussed, page 1-46): To mitigate septic tank problems and other restrictions on
development posed by soil limitations, the city has adopted the following policies:
POLICIES:
(a) Nearly all of the ETJ areas currently utilize septic tanks and package treatment systems.
Jacksonville will not encourage development in areas with septic tank limitations, but will
support decisions made by the Onslow County Health Department. Also, when and where
feasible, the city will attempt to provide centralized sewer service to existing development
according to current city policies for extensions.
(b) Because of the sensitivity of certain soils near productive water bodies, Jacksonville
believes that density of development and placement of septic tanks in these areas should
be carefully and strictly regulated. Currently, the city does not permit the placement of
septic tanks anywhere within the city limits. In the ETJ, the County Health Department
requires septic tanks to be set back a distance from water bodies. The city supports this
regulation.
(c) In areas with a probability of containing 404 wetlands, an on -site analysis must be
conducted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District Office prior to the
undertaking of development. When the presence of 404 wetlands is confirmed by the
Corps of Engineers, the city will not impose restrictions beyond those required by the
Corps.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) Jacksonville will enforce all current regulations of the N.C. State Building Code and North
Carolina Division of Health Services relating to building construction and septic tank
installation/replacement in areas with soils restrictions for septic tank construction.
(2) Jacksonville will coordinate all development activity with appropriate city, county, and state
regulatory personnel, and in particular with the city's Building Inspectors and Onslow
County Sanitarian.
(3) Jacksonville will cooperate with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in the regulation/
enforcement of the 404 wetlands permit process. The city understands this may result in
some net wetland loss.
SCHEDULE (1) - (3): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Flood Hazard Areas (Issue discussed, page 1-36)
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville desires to minimize the hazards to life, health, public safety, and
development within flood hazard areas.
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(1) Jacksonville will continue to coordinate all development within the special flood hazard
areas with the city's Inspections Division, North Carolina Division of Coastal Management,
FEMA, and the U.S. Corps of Engineers.
(2) Jacksonville will continue to enforce its existing zoning and flood damage prevention
ordinances and follow the storm hazard mitigation plan contained herein.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Groundwater/Protection of Potable Water Supplies (Issue discussed, page 1-55 and II-6)
POLICY. Jacksonville's policy is to conserve its surficial' groundwater resources.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The City of Jacksonville will conserve its surficial groundwater resources by supporting
CAMA and N.C. Division of Water Quality stormwater runoff regulations, and by
coordinating local development activities involving chemical storage or underground
storage tank installation/abandonment with Onslow County Emergency Management
personnel and the Groundwater Section of the North Carolina Division of Water Quality.
The City of Jacksonville Building Inspections Division will coordinate building inspections
with state and federal regulations governing underground storage tanks, and will endeavor
to advise building permit applicants of those regulations.
(2) Land uses near groundwater sources are regulated by the North Carolina Division of
Water Quality through NCAC Subchapters 2L and 2C. Jacksonville recognizes the
importance of protecting its potable water supplies and, therefore, supports the
enforcement of these regulations.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
(3) The City of Jacksonville supports the preparation of a joint Water Resources Study with
Onslow County and any other interested municipalities in the county. I
SCHEDULE (3): Tentative FY1999-2000
Manmade Hazards (Issue discussed, page 1-50)
POLICIES:
(a) Jacksonville supports regulation of underground storage tanks in order to protect its
groundwater resources.
(b) With the exception of fuel storage tanks used for retail and wholesale sales, Jacksonville
opposes the bulk storage of fuel or other manmade hazardous materials within any areas
not zoned industrial.
'Groundwaters which are at or just below the surface.
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(c) The City of Jacksonville opposes the disposal of any toxic wastes, as defined by the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency's Listing of Hazardous Substances and Priority
Pollutants (developed pursuant to the Clean Water Act of 1977) within its planning
jurisdiction.
(d) Any proposed new development posing the potential of serious detriment to the
environment shall provide assurance of compliance with all applicable state and federal
environmental protection regulations and any other restrictions which may be imposed by
the city at that time. The city deems this to be necessary in order to prevent possible
irreversible damage from either air, water, or ground pollution and to help safeguard the
health of its citizens. Such hazards could possibly result from certain industries or certain
construction practices. The city will insist on adherence to local, state, and federal
requirements.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The City of Jacksonville will rely on the technical requirements and state program approval
for underground storage tanks (40 CFR, Parts 280 and 281), and any subsequent state
regulations concerning underground storage tanks adopted during the planning period.
(2) The City of Jacksonville will rely on its zoning ordinance to regulate the storage of toxic
wastes within its planning jurisdiction.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Stormwater Runoff (Issue discussed, page 1-57)
POLICY. Jacksonville supports water quality maintenance in order to protect fragile areas
including coastal wetlands and to provide clean water for recreational purposes.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The city will support existing state regulations relating to stormwater runoff resulting from
development (Stormwater Disposal Policy 15 NCAC 2H.001-.1003) through enforcement
of the city's subdivision and zoning ordinances.
(2) The city supports control of agricultural runoff through implementation of U.S. Soil
Conservation Service "Best Management Practices" program.
SCHEDULE (1) -(2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
(3) The City of Jacksonville will support the development of a comprehensive city-wide
stormwater drainage plan.
(4) The City of Jacksonville will consider revising its zoning and subdivision ordinances to
reduce the areas covered during development by impervious surfaces. This will reduce
stormwater runoff. Changes may include, but not necessarily be limited to:
N Stabilized but not paved parking lots.
Paving with "grass stones" (paving blocks which have open areas to allow passage
of water).
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(5) Virtually all of the major watercourses in Jacksonville's jurisdiction have been declared
"Nutrient Sensitive Waters." At the same time, a portion of these waters are also classified
as Primary Nursery Areas. Jacksonville recognizes that the New River system is affected
by a rather large watershed basin. Stormwater runoff mainly from agricultural activities and
to a lesser extent urban development could adversely affect the quality of these waters.
The City of Jacksonville will continue to support strict enforcement of existing
sedimentation and pollution control measures. The city will seek to have a comprehensive
stormwater management study prepared, with water quality enforcement being the major
desire.
SCHEDULE (3) - (5): FY1998-2002.
Cultural/Historic Resources (Issue discussed, page 1-42)
POLICY. Jacksonville will protect its historic resources as a valuable cultural and economic asset.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) Jacksonville shall coordinate all housing code enforcement/redevelopment projects with
the N.C. Division of Archives and History, to ensure that any significant architectural details
or buildings are identified and preserved.
(2) Jacksonville will coordinate all county public works projects with the N.C. Division of
Archives and History, to ensure the identification and preservation of significant
archaeological sites.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas (Issue discussed, below)
POLICIES:
(a) Currently, no industrial uses appear to have direct impact on noted fragile areas. As for
the future, industrial uses which meet the minimum use standards of 15A NCAC 7H, the
City of Jacksonville Zoning Ordinance, and the policies contained in this plan shall be
allowed in fragile areas. The section of this report entitled Types and Locations of Desired
Industry contains specific policy statements on industry for Jacksonville.
(b) Industrial development should be concentrated in industrial park areas.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The City of Jacksonville, in cooperation with Onslow County, will continue to support an
active industrial recruitment program, seeking low pollution industries.
(2) The City of Jacksonville will work with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to coordinate local
approval of industrial projects with the 404 permitting process.
(3) The City of Jacksonville will rely on its zoning ordinance to concentrate industrial
development in industrial park areas.
SCHEDULE (1) - (3): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
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Miscellaneous Resource Protection
Package Treatment Plant Use (Issued discussed, page 1-57 and II-6)
POLICIES:
(a) The City of Jacksonville does not support the use of private package sewage treatment
plants within the city limits. However, in the ETJ, in special cases where the use of private
systems is the only available option, the city may permit the use of private systems only
if the associated development meets the following criteria:
0 The said development is consistent with the city's policies and ordinances.
• The system meets or exceeds the state and federal permitting
requirements.
• The project will have no adverse impacts beyond its boundaries.
• The perpetual operation and maintenance of the system is guaranteed
without obligation to the city in any way.
0 If possible, the system will be a land application system.
(b) The city supports requirement of a specific contingency plan specifying how ongoing
private operation and maintenance of the plant will be provided, and detailing provisions
for assumption of the plant into a public system should the private operation fail or
management of the system not meet the conditions of the state permit.
(c) The city supports the discharge of package treatment plant effluent into constructed
wetland areas if construction of a land application system is not possible.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville will rely upon the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality and the city's staff to implement this policy.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
Marina and Floating Home Development (Issue discussed, page 1-45)
POLICIES:
(a) The development of open water marinas has significant commercial and recreational
potential in Jacksonville. There are still substantial amounts of vacant, undeveloped
and/or redevelopable lands along portions of the New River. Therefore, the city supports
the development of marinas in compliance with existing environmental regulations.
Jacksonville recognizes the need and use of marinas as both an important recreation
support resource and as an economic development resource. At the same time, as
discussed above, the city does not wish to see unnecessary degradation of its waters.
Therefore, the city will encourage the development of upland marinas where feasible, but
not to the total exclusion of open water marinas. All marinas, regardless of location, must
comply with applicable local, state 15A NCAC 7H, and federal regulations.
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(b) The City of Jacksonville opposes the location of floating homes and structures within its
jurisdiction. Floating homes, or any long-term occupancy, is not visualized as being a
desirable use of any future marinas in Jacksonville. Even for temporary occupancy, the
city will require strict adherence to Health Department regulations for pump -out facilities
and proper trash disposal.
(c) Jacksonville recognizes the potential environmental benefits of developing marinas and
boat basins in upland locations, and the city will support such development where feasible
and in certain circumstances. However, upland excavated sites should not be permitted
to the complete exclusion of waterfront basins and marinas. The city will generally accept
the state's regulatory standards.
(d) The City of Jacksonville will permit drystacking facilities which comply with 15A NCAC 7H,
the city's local ordinances, and the policies contained within this plan.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The City of Jacksonville will consider adoption of a local ordinance to regulate floating
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(2) The city will rely on its zoning ordinance and 15A NCAC 7H to control the location of open
water marinas, upland marinas, and dry stack storage facilities. The city will consider
amending its zoning ordinance to address floating homes and structures.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): FY1998-2003.
Mooring Fields (Issue discussed, page 1-45)
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville will allow mooring fields within marinas.
IMPLEMENTATION: The City of Jacksonville will rely on 15A NCAC 7H to regulate the
development of mooring fields within its planning jurisdiction.
SCHEDULE: Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
Development of Sound and Estuarine Islands (Issue discussed, page 1-46)
POLICY. • There are only two estuarine islands located within Jacksonville's jurisdiction, one in the
vicinity of the Georgetown community and one near Fisherman's Wharf. In all likelihood, these
small islands are environmentally sensitive. It is the city's overall policy to prohibit the
development of AEC's on these islands during this planning period.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville will rely on NCAC 7H to regulate development of its
Sound and Estuarine Islands and may consider the purchase of these areas to be preserved as
conservation areas should the opportunity present itself. The city does not currently zone the New
River and its estuarine islands.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
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Bulkhead Construction (Issue discussed, page 1-38)
POLICY. Jacksonville supports the construction of bulkheads.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville will rely on 15A NCAC 7H to regulate the
development of bulkheads within its planning jurisdiction.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
Sea Level Rise (Issue discussed, page 1-38)
Jacksonville believes that this issue is not "solid" enough to propose realistic policy statements at
this time, since it is one still being debated in scientific circles.
Water Quality Management (Issue discussed, page 1-54)
POLICY., The City of Jacksonville supports the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
Management's goals for water quality management as stated on page 1-54 of this plan.
IMPLEMENTATION:
(1) The city supports adoption of a water quality management ordinance by Onslow County.
(2) The City of Jacksonville will continue to monitor all local land use regulation ordinances to
determine if revisions should be undertaken to respond to specific water quality
management problems.
(3) The city supports state and local actions intended to improve water quality within the White
Oak watershed and the New River.
(4) The city supports preservation of the natural heritage priority areas located along the New
River and its tributaries.
SCHEDULE (1) - (4): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
C. RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Community Attitude Toward Resource Production and Management
The City of Jacksonville will implement policies which support resource production and
management. The city will continue to support balanced development of the civilian and military
sectors of the economy. These sectors are viewed as being mutually supportive. All policies will
meet or exceed 15A NCAC 7H minimum use standards. Resource production should not be
allowed to adversely affect Jacksonville's conservation areas. The hardwood swamps along the
New River should be preserved.
Jacksonville, in cooperation with Onslow County, will pursue the attraction of industries which will
have minimal adverse environmental impact. Industrial development will be encouraged to locate
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in industrial parks. In addition, Jacksonville will strive to increase its role in, and benefit from,
Onslow County's tourist industry.
Recreation Resources (Issue discussed, page 1-65 and II-4)
(a) Jacksonville will continue to encourage and support the development and/or expansion of
parks and recreational facilities in appropriately sited locations, consistent with the city's
other development policies.
(b) The city recognizes that certain lands along creek and stream beds and other water
courses offer, in many cases, an untapped resource as passive recreational land.
Therefore, the city will encourage and support the development of a Greenways and Trails
system.
(c) The city will also continue to support the preservation of the 55-acre Onslow Pines Park,
which is owned and managed by the county but located in the city's southwest
extraterritorial jurisdiction. This multi -use facility is recognized as a valuable outdoor
recreation land area which should not be encroached by incompatible development.
(d) Subject to available funds, the City of Jacksonville supports a comprehensive recreational
program to provide a broad range of recreational facilities for its citizens.
(e) Jacksonville considers coastal wetland areas to be valuable passive recreation areas. !�
These areas should be protected in their natural state. Only uses which are permitted by
15A NCAC 7H will be allowed.
IMPLEMENTATION:
(1) The city will continually seek to expand passive park and recreational lands, especially
through the recently appointed (1991) Trails and Greenways Commission.
(2) The city will seek donations of land, bargain sales, or grant funds in order to obtain sites
suitable for development as recreational facilities.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
(3) The city supports the implementation of the recommendations included in its
Comprehensive Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan completed in April, 1998.
SCHEDULE (3): FY1997-2007.
Productive Agricultural Lands (Issue discussed, page 1-51)
POLICY., The City of Jacksonville supports the responsible use of its productive agricultural lands.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville supports and encourages use of the U.S. Soil
Conservation Service "Best Management Practices" program. r
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
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IProductive Forestlands (Issue discussed, page 1-51)
POLICY. • The City of Jacksonville supports the responsible use of productive forestlands.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville supports promotion of public awareness of forestry
Best Management Practices in the area, while encouraging the private forestry industry to
implement such practices to the benefit of their natural resource production activities.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
Aquaculture (Issue discussed, page 1-46)
Aquaculture is considered the cultivation of aquatic plants and animals under controlled
conditions. The following policies shall apply.
POLICIES:
(a) Jacksonville encourages all aquaculture activities which meet applicable federal, state, and
local policies (see Aquaculture policies b) and c) and permit requirements. However, the
city reserves the right to comment on all aquaculture activities which require Division of
Water Quality permitting.
(b) The city objects to any discharge of water from aquaculture activities that will degrade in
any way the receiving waters. Jacksonville objects to withdrawing water from aquifers or
surface sources if such withdrawal will endanger water quality or water supply from the
aquifers or surface sources.
(c) The City of Jacksonville will support only aquaculture activities which do not alter
significantly and negatively the natural environment of conservation areas as shown on the
Land Classification Map.
IMPLEMENTATION. Jacksonville will rely on the appropriate state and federal agencies to
implement its aquaculture policies.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Off -Road Vehicles (This issue has not been discussed elsewhere in this text because the use of
off -road vehicles in Jacksonville has not been a problem in the past. However, to prevent future
problems, the City of Jacksonville has adopted the following policy.)
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville opposes the use of off -road vehicles in AECs.
IMPLEMENTATION: The City of Jacksonville will consider adopting a local ordinance to regulate
such usage.
SCHEDULE: FY1999-2003.
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Marine Resource Areas (Issue discussed, page 1-52)
POLICIES:
(a) The City of Jacksonville supports responsible usage and development in marine resource
areas.
(b) The city opposes the construction of any signs, except public regulatory signs, in public
trust areas.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) Jacksonville supports the use standards for public trust areas as specified in 15A NCAC
71-1.0207.
(2) Jacksonville reserves the right to comment on the individual policies and requirements of
the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries.
(3) The city will support enforcement of current state, federal, and local regulations to improve
water quality.
SCHEDULE (1) - (3): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Peat or Phosphate Mining
There are no significant peat or phosphate deposits located within Jacksonville's planning
jurisdiction. A policy statement is not required.
Residential. Commercial. and Industrial Development Impacts on Resources (Issue discussed,
page 1-23/27 and II-2/3)
POLICIES:
(a) Residential, commercial, and industrial development which is consistent with local zoning,
the policies contained in this plan, and meets applicable state and federal regulations will
be allowed in conservation areas.
(b) Generally, the city believes that development should only take place when and where
adequate urban services are available to support that development.
IMPLEMENTATION: The city will rely on 15A NCAC 71-1, and its subdivision and zoning ordinances
to regulate development within areas of environmental concern. In all other areas, development
will be allowed which is consistent with the city's subdivision and zoning ordinances.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
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ID. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Community Attitude on Economic and Community Development
The City of Jacksonville has enjoyed a long history of steady, stable growth in terms of population
and in land area. Jacksonville's population has increasingly accounted for a larger share of
Onslow County's overall population. This fact will become more significant in the future, since in
1990 the city annexed a portion of the Camp Lejeune Marine Base population. Camp Lejeune has
also experienced steady growth.
Jacksonville has also witnessed substantial growth in its overall economy, including employment,
earnings, retail sales, tourism expenditures, and real property valuations.
In general, Jacksonville, is a growing urbanized coastal city, is proud of its economic and
community development growth and its association with the military. Therefore, the city favors
continued growth and development in a manner which reflects a sense of responsibility toward the
natural environment and all of its special and valued resources.
■ Water Supply (Issue discussed, page 1-55 and II-6)
s POLICIES:
(a) The City of Jacksonville supports the following priorities for improvements to its water
supply system:
-- Improvements necessary to provide optimal fire protection throughout the
distribution system.
-- The city supports construction of additional water supply as needed.
(b) It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville to continue to provide water services to newly
developing areas within the city limits, according to adopted extension policies. (The city's
extension policies have been included as Appendix IV).
(c) The city will extend water services beyond its extraterritorial area if an adequate demand
for service exists.
(d) The City of Jacksonville supports the construction of waterlines to and through
conservation areas to serve development which meets all applicable local, state, and
federal regulations.
IIMPLEMENTATION:
(1) By local ordinance, the city requires that all existing and new residential and commercial
development be connected to both the city water and sewer systems.
(2) Jacksonville is aware that inappropriate land uses near well fields increase the possibility
of well contamination. Land uses near groundwater sources are regulated by the North
Carolina Division of Water Quality through NCAC Subchapters 2L and 2C. Jacksonville
recognizes the importance of protecting potable water supplies, and therefore, supports
the enforcement of these regulations by the State of North Carolina.
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(3) Jacksonville supports all efforts to secure available state and federal funding for the
construction and/or expansion of public and private water systems.
SCHEDULE (1) - (3): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Sewer System (Issue discussed, page 1-57 and II-6)
POLICIES:
(a) It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville to provide sewer service to newly developing
areas within the city limits, according to adopted extension policies. (The city's extension
policies have been included as Appendix IV).
(b) Jacksonville will support the development of central sewer service throughout its
incorporated area and its unincorporated planning jurisdiction.
(c) Jacksonville allows the discharge of effluent into unconstructed wetland areas.
(d) The city supports rehabilitation of older sections of wastewater collection lines as needed.
(e) Jacksonville supports construction of sewer lines through conservation areas to serve
development which meets all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The city subdivision ordinance requires all subdivisions within its corporate limits to have
city sewer service.
(2) The city supports all efforts to secure available state and federal funding for the
construction and/or expansion of public and private sewer systems.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Solid Waste (Issue discussed, page 1-58 and II-6)
POLICIES:
(a) Jacksonville favors the siting of recycling centers, transfer stations, and solid waste
collection sites within all land classifications, except those within the conservation category,
when the facility(ies) is(are) consistent with the city's zoning ordinance.
(b) The City of Jacksonville supports a county -wide approach to solid waste disposal.
(c) The City of Jacksonville supports efforts to recycle and reduce waste.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The City of Jacksonville will continue to support the operation of the new Pony Farm Road I
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(2) The city will cooperate with any efforts to educate people and businesses on waste
reduction and recycling. The city supports recycling by the county and other users of the
landfill and supports setting up practical collection methods and education efforts to
achieve a high degree of county -wide recycling.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Stormwater (Issue discussed, page 1-57 and II-6)
POLICIES:
(a) The City of Jacksonville will support projects and local land use development controls to
eliminate stormwater drainage problems throughout its planning jurisdiction, especially in
those areas discussed in Section I, Part G, 3. Storm Drainage, page 1-57.
(b) The city will support mitigation of negative impacts of stormwater runoff on all conservation
classified areas.
(c) Jacksonville supports the policy that all North Carolina Department of Transportation
projects should be designed to limit to the extent possible stormwater runoff into
estuarine/public trust waters.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The City of Jacksonville will cooperate with the NCDOT, the North Carolina Division of
Water Quality, and other state agencies in mitigating the impact of stormwater runoff on
all conservation classified areas. The city will support the Division of Water Quality
stormwater runoff retention permitting process through its zoning permit system.
(2) The city will attempt to apply for grant funds to improve stormwater drainage systems
associated with existing rights -of -way.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
(3) The city will develop a comprehensive master drainage plan.
SCHEDULE (3): FY1997-2002.
Miscellaneous Services (Issue discussed, page 1-58, 1-65, and II-6/7)
POLICY. • The city will, as a matter of policy, seek to provide other basic support services for new
development, such as police, fire, solid waste collection, etc.
IMPLEMENTATION.
(1) The city supports the Operation Onslow Strategic Plan which serves as the joint
Jacksonville/Onslow County strategic plan.
(2) The City of Jacksonville will apply for available state and federal grant funds which will aid
the provision of basic support services for new development.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities.
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(3) Jacksonville will develop a community services/facilities plan (as a stand-alone document,
not as an expansion of this plan) which will define existing deficiencies in police protection,
fire protection, local administrative buildings, public recreational facilities, public shoreline
access, and public parks. This plan will not address school system needs. The plan will
prioritize needs and make specific recommendations concerning financing and budgeting
the high priority needs.
SCHEDULE (3): FY2000-2002.
Energy Facility Siting and Development (Issue discussed, page 1-69)
POLICY. Jacksonville supports responsible and environmentally safe development of public and
private energy production and distribution facilities.
IMPLEMENTATION.
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(1) There are no electric generating plants located in Jacksonville's 9
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city will consider the need for establishing energy facilities on a case -by -case basis,
judging the need for development against all identified possible adverse impacts.
(2) Currently, the City of Jacksonville does not host any electric generating plants, oil
refineries, or inshore exploration facilities for gas or oil. Neither does the city anticipate the
development of any of these facilities within this planning period. However, should any
proposals for such energy facilities be presented, they will be reviewed on a case -by -case
basis.
-- The City of Jacksonville will not support the development of any "heavy" industrial
use, including energy facilities, which could cause extensive or irreversible damage
to existing fragile or environmentally sensitive areas.
-- The city also opposes the development of energy facilities which would
substantially increase the amount of manmade hazards within its jurisdiction,
including offshore drilling.
SCHEDULE (1) - (2): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Redevelopment of Developed Areas (Issue discussed, page II-7)
The most important redevelopment issue confronting the City of Jacksonville may be
reconstruction following a hurricane or other natural disaster. An additional redevelopment
problem is the preservation of housing. The city will enforce its minimum housing code to ensure
that minimum housing standards are met. Residential revitalization projects will be pursued where
substandard housing exists. State and federal housing rehabilitation grants will be sought. The
city will continue to place emphasis on the redevelopment of its downtown.
POLICIES:
(a) Jacksonville supports redevelopment of substandard deteriorated areas of the city
including both residential and commercial areas.
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(b) Following a hurricane or other natural disaster, Jacksonville supports redevelopment which
complies with applicable federal, state, and local policies.
IMPLEMENTATION.
I(1) The city will be pro -active in pursuing state and federal assistance and other methods of
funding to be utilized for revitalization and other improvements as deemed appropriate.
(2) Jacksonville is committed to supporting ongoing community revitalization efforts to further
refine existing land use controls and other current development regulations, such as
zoning, subdivision regulations, and flood damage protection.
(3) The City of Jacksonville supports actions by Bettering Our Local Downtown (BOLD) to
improve/rehabilitate the Jacksonville Central Business District.
(4) Promote funding for downtown revitalization and implementation projects in an effort to
attract new development to the Central Business District.
(5) The city may apply for Community Development Block Grant Community
Revitalization/Housing Development and North Carolina Housing Finance Agency funds.
SCHEDULE (1) - (5): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Estuarine Access (Issue discussed, page II-5)
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville supports continued development of shoreline access facilities.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville supports the state's shoreline access policies as
set forth in NCAC Chapter 15A, Subchapter 7M. The city will conform to CAMA and other state
and federal environmental regulations affecting the development of estuarine access areas. The
city will support the implementation of the recommendations included in its Comprehensive
Recreation and Shoreline Access Plan during the five-year planning period.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activity.
Type of Urban Growth Patterns Desired (Issue discussed, in policy below)
POLICY. For the most part, the City of Jacksonville's current Zoning Ordinance and Map reflect
the city's ultimate desired development pattern. There are a few exceptions, however, with regard
to current allowable densities along the waterfront and in other environmentally sensitive and/or
potentially fragile areas. With the exception of these areas, which may need additional protection
either through zoning or other locally owned measures, the city would generally like to see the
varied mix of urban uses; i.e., for residential, commercial, institutional, or industrial purposes,
follow existing zoning.
IMPLEMENTATION:
(1) The City of Jacksonville will encompass and support a mix of urban uses, with variable
densities, according to suitable provision of basic and community support services, and
adequate transportation access.
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(2) For efficient and economical provision of basic and community support services,
Jacksonville will encourage development in or near existing urban clusters. However,
within the current ETJ, low density, mixed transitional uses with adequate thoroughfare
access and basic services, should be encouraged.
(3) The City of Jacksonville supports mitigation actions to reduce/control the adverse effects
of strip commercialization. Such actions may include, but are not necessarily limited to
requiring:
-- Properties/land uses sharing joint access.
-- Careful traffic signal coordination.
-- Non-public right-of-way connects between parking lots serving adjacent land uses.
-- Planned thoroughfare crossovers.
-- Construction of service roads paralleling major and minor thoroughfares.
SCHEDULE (1) - (3): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007. 1
Types and Locations of Desired Industry (Issue discussed, page 1-27 and II-3)
POLICY. The city desires to achieve responsible industrial development which will not adversely
affect the natural environment or the quality of established residential areas.
IMPLEMENTATION.
The following industrial development policies will be enforced through the city's zoning ordinance.
(1) Industrial sites should be accessible to municipal/central water and sewer services.
(2) Industries which are noxious by reason of the emission of smoke, odor, dust, glare, noise,
and vibrations, and those which deal primarily in hazardous products such as explosives,
should not be located in Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction.
(3) Industrial development and/or industrial zoning should not infringe on established
residential development.
(4) Industrial sites should be concentrated in industrial parks within the city's planning
jurisdiction.
(5) Industries having minimal adverse environmental impact will be sought by the city.
It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville to continue to work cooperatively with the Onslow
Economic Development Commission and the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce to
attract new industries to the area.
Jacksonville would prefer to see industries developed which would be neither excessive
consumers of water resources or cause excessive discharge into its streams. In other words,
relatively "dry," low pollution, light manufacturing and/or assembly industries would be preferable.
The preferred location would be in the existing Jacksonville Industrial Park or other suitable sites
in accordance with the city's Zoning Ordinance. The city, in conjunction with the county, would
like to develop an additional industrial park or parks, according to the following standards:
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(6) Be located on land having stable, well drained soils. The sites should be located in areas
adequately protected from flooding and be accessible to existing public utilities and
transportation routes.
Jacksonville, along with the county, will provide, as much as is locationally and economically
' feasible, basic support services such as water and sewer to newly locating industries.
SCHEDULE (1) - (6): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Commitment to State and Federal Programs (Issue discussed, numerous references to state and
federal programs throughout plan.)
' POLICY. • Jacksonville is receptive to state and federal programs, particularly those which provide
improvements to the city.
IMPLEMENTATION. The city will continue to fully support the following state and federal agencies
and programs: North Carolina Department of Transportation road and bridge improvement
programs; USDA Soil Conservation Service; FEMA; federal and state projects which provide
efficient and safe boat access for sport fishing; community development block grants, housing for
the elderly, low -to -moderate income housing, housing rehabilitation, programs which help remove
impediments to the handicapped; North Carolina Housing Finance Agency housing improvement
programs; DOT funding, shoreline access funding, and any funding programs which will aid with
community facilities development. Of special importance to Jacksonville is continued support of
the military.
rSCHEDULE. Continuing Activity, FY1997-2007.
Affordable Housing (Issue discussed, page 1-23)
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville supports the provision of affordable housing to its residents.
3 IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville will implement the following to aid in providing
affordable housing.
(1) Support low- to moderate -income housing.
(2) Apply for Community Development Block Grant Community Revitalization and North
Carolina Housing Finance Agency funds.
(3) Pursue state and federal funding of projects to improve and increase moderate income
housing.
(4) Support state and federal programs which assist with housing rehabilitation.
' (5) When economically feasible, the City of Jacksonville will extend water and sewer lines to
serve new residential developments.
iSCHEDULE (1) - (5): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
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Assistance in Channel Maintenance (Issue discussed, page 1-46) 1
POLICY., The city supports state and federal efforts to maintain channels for navigation. The city
also supports the private maintenance of channels providing that such action is in accordance with
all local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
IMPLEMENTATION: Jacksonville will consider on a case -by -case basis the provision of assistance '
to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and/or state officials to obtain spoil sites, provide financial
aid, and assist in serving or providing easements for work.
SCHEDULE: Continuing Activity.
Assistance in Interstate Waterways (Issue discussed, page 1-46) ,
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville is not adjacent to or directly affected by the Intracoastal
Waterway. However, the city supports continued maintenance of the waterway.
IMPLEMENTATION: None required.
Tourism (Issue discussed, page 1-16)
POLICY. Jacksonville views tourism as a contributor to the local economy and supports continued '
development of the tourist industry.
IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville will implement the following policies to further the
development of tourism.
(1) Jacksonville generally supports the development and expansion of travel and tourism
facilities as part of its move toward economic diversification. However, all such facilities
must be consistent with policies on Resource Protection and Resource Production and
Management.
(2) Jacksonville will support North Carolina Department of Transportation projects to improve
access to the city.
(3) The city will support projects that will increase public access to shoreline areas.
(4) Jacksonville 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.
(5) Jacksonville will support designation and preservation of historic district areas.
SCHEDULE (1) - (5): Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Transportation (Issue discussed, page 1-58 and II-3)
POLICY. The City of Jacksonville supports transportation improvements which will improve
highway safety, regional accessibility, and traffic flow within the city's planning jurisdiction. ,
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IMPLEMENTATION. The City of Jacksonville supports the following transportation projects/
improvements.
-- U.S. 17 Freeway.
-- U.S. 17 Relocation.
-- Doris Avenue widening to three lanes between Henderson Drive and Northwoods Drive.
-- Brynn Marr/Pine Valley Road widening to three lanes.
-- Tarawa Boulevard widening to three lanes.
-- New River Drive widening to three lanes between Onslow Drive and NC 24.
-- Henderson Drive (SR 1336) Extension between Western Boulevard and Ramsey Road.
-- Extensions between Thomas Humphrey Road and Waters Road.
-- Maplehurst Road (SR 1130) Extension between NC 53 and U.S. 258.
-- Corbin/Hemlock/Halltown Road Corridor.
-- Extensions between Rocky Run Road and Piney Green Road.
-- Piney Green Road (SR 1406) Extension between U.S. 17 and Ramsey Road.
-- Country Club Road (SR 1403) widening to four lanes between Bell Fork Road and Piney
Green Road.
-- Stone Street widening to four lanes between Brewster Boulevard and Seth Williams
Boulevard.
-- Brewster Boulevard widening to four and five lanes between Holcomb Boulevard and Seth
Williams Boulevard.
-- Curtis Road widening to four lanes between U.S. 17 and the New River Air Station.
-- Western Boulevard (SR 1470) widening to four lanes between U.S. 17 and Gum Branch
Road.
-- Gum Branch Road (SR 1403) widening to seven lanes between U.S. 17 and Oak Street.
-- Piney Green Road (SR 1406) widening to five lanes between U.S. 17 and NC 24.
-- NC 53 widening to four and five lanes between U.S. 17 and southern planning area
boundary.
-- Henderson Drive widening to five lanes between U.S. 17 and Barn Street.
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-- Holcomb Boulevard widening to eight lanes.
-- Northwest Loop.
-- Piney Green Road (SR 1406) Extension between NC 24 and Sneads Ferry Road.
-- NC 24 widening between the US 17 Freeway and Holcomb Boulevard.
-- White Street Extension to Country Club Road.
-- Montford Point Road widening to four lanes between NC 24 and Harlem Drive.
-- Bell Fork Road (SR 1308) widening to five lanes between U.S. 17 and NC 24.
-- Henderson Drive (SR 1356) widening to five lanes between Gum Branch Road and
Western Boulevard.
-- U.S. 258/NC 24 widening to seven lanes between the Maplehurst Road Extension and the
U.S. 17 Freeway.
-- Fawn Trail Extension.
-- Country Club Road (SR 1403) Extension to Thomas Humphrey Road.
-- NC 24 Access Road.
-- Extension between Fawn Trail Extension and Gum Branch Road.
-- Limiting additional points of ingress and egress on Marine, Lejeune, and Western
Boulevards.
-- Implementation of the NCDOT Transportation Improvement Plan.
-- Improve pedestrian access and foster pedestrian -friendly environment.
-- Coordinate with NCDOT to ensure that city streets are adequately maintained and
upgraded.
SCHEDULE. Continuing Activities, FY1997-2007.
Land Use Trends (The city's land use trends have been thoroughly discussed in Section I -Existing
Land Use.)
The policies contained in this section have addressed the following key land use issues/problems:
-- The majority of residential development within the planning period is expected to occur
outside the Jacksonville city limits along Piney Green Road and U.S. 17.
-- Commercial development will continue to be heavily dependent on military personnel.
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-- Commercial revitalization will have a positive impact on the city.
-- Congestion on Marine (U.S. 17), Lejeune (N.C. 24), and Western Boulevards will hinder
access to commercial establishments.
-- New commercial development is expected to be concentrated on Marine Boulevard (U.S.
17) and Western Boulevard, including the Western Boulevard Extension.
-- The city will emphasize development of an additional industrial park and will strive to
diversify its industrial base.
-- Development of Jacksonville Commons will continue to be a major public land use need.
E. CONTINUING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION POLICIES
As the initial step in the preparation of this document, Jacksonville prepared and adopted a "Public
Participation Plan." The plan outlined the methodology for citizen involvement (see Appendix V).
Public involvement was generated through public information meetings, advertisements in local
newspapers, and the establishment of a land use planning advisory committee to work with the
City Council and Planning Board on the development of the plan.
A public information meeting was conducted at the outset of the project. This meeting was held
on November 19, 1996, at 7:00 p.m., at the Jacksonville Municipal Building and was advertised
in the Jacksonville Daily News. Subsequently, meetings of the Planning Board were held on:
December 9, 1996; January 14, 1997; April 16, 1997; June 16, 1997; August 6, 1997; and August
20, 1997. All meetings were open to the public. The City Council conducted a public information
meeting for review of and comment on the plan on November 18, 1997, at 7:00 p.m. The meeting
was advertised in the Jacksonville Daily News on November 16, 1997.
The preliminary plan was submitted to the Division of Coastal Management for comment on
December 4, 1997. Following receipt of DCM comments, the plan was amended, and a formal
public hearing on the final document was conducted on January 5, 1999. The public hearing was
advertised in Jacksonville Daily News on December 4, 1998.
The plan was approved by the Jacksonville City Council on January 19, 1999, and submitted to
the Coastal Resources Commission for certification. The plan was certified on January 29, 1999.
Throughout the planning process, citizen input was solicited, primarily through the Planning Board,
with advertised and adequately publicized public meetings held to discuss special land use issues
and to keep citizens informed. The City of Jacksonville is confident that the level of citizen
involvement in the preparation of this plan was both adequate and effective.
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F. STORM HAZARD MITIGATION AND EVACUATION PLANS I
The purpose of this section of the 1997 CAMA Land Use Plan is to assist the City of Jacksonville
in managing development in potentially hazardous areas through establishing storm hazard
mitigation policies, and to reduce the risks associated with severe storms and hurricanes by
developing post -disaster reconstruction/recovery policies. The following provides a brief '
discussion of how some elements of a major storm event could affect Jacksonville.
1. Effects of a Coastal Storm I
The four causes of fatalities and property damage are high winds, flooding, wave action, and
erosion. Two of these, high winds and flooding, apply to Jacksonville.
a. High Winds
High winds are major determinants of a hurricane. By definition, a hurricane is a tropical ,
disturbance with sustained winds of at least 73 miles per hour. Extreme hurricanes can have
winds up to 165 miles per hour, with gusts of up to 200 miles per hour. These winds circulate
around an eye, or center, of the storm, originating over open water.
As the hurricane moves inland, the friction or impact of the winds striking land causes
dissipation. However, this dissipation is gradual and there is often a tremendous amount of
energy left to cause damage hundreds of miles inland. Wind may cause damage to buildings,
overturn mobile homes, knock down trees and power lines, and destroy crops. Tornadoes can
often be spawned by a hurricane's size and power. In the event of a major storm moving as far ,
inland as Jacksonville, it is likely that all of the city would be subject to comparable wind velocities.
A description of the types of damage which could occur during each of the five categories of
hurricanes has been provided on page 1-38 of this plan.
b. Flooding
Flooding, on the other hand, may not affect all areas of Jacksonville with equal rigor. The
excessive amounts of rainfall and the storm surge which often accompany hurricanes can cause
massive coastal and riverine flooding which could result in excessive property damage and deaths ,
by drowning. (More deaths are caused by drowning than any other cause in hurricanes.) Flooding
is particularly a problem in oceanfront coastal areas because of the storm surge in low-lying areas.
Jacksonville, although relatively inland, under intense conditions, could be affected by ,
storm surge. The Eastern N.C. Hurricane Study indicated that under Category 5 conditions,
flooding could go as high as the roof of the Fisherman's Wharf restaurant. A significant amount
of Jacksonville's jurisdiction is located in the 100-year floodplain. FEMA maps show that the Zone '
A floodplain extends to land area adjacent to the New River and the creeks and streams which
feed into the River. Northwest of the U.S.17 bridge across the New River, the majority of the land
area is vacant. However, as the storm surge map (Map 4) shows, the storm surge inundation area
extends in finger -like protrusions adjacent to and encompassing a number of platted lots. Some
are vacant, but most are already developed. In the event of a major storm, these areas are the
ones most susceptible to damage from flooding. ,
It has been estimated that during a Category 3 storm, approximately 20% (1,932 acres)
of the city's land area would be inundated.
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Maps 3 and 4 summarize the most significant hazards which the City of Jacksonville is
subject to.
IC. Policy Statements: Storm Hazard Mitigation
In order to minimize the damage potentially caused by the effects of a hurricane or other
major storm, the City of Jacksonville proposes the following policies:
High Winds
The City of Jacksonville supports enforcement of the N.C. State Building Code. The City
of Jacksonville will continue to enforce the State Building Code on wind resistant
construction with design standards of 110 mph wind loads.
Flooding
The City of Jacksonville is an active participant in the National Flood Insurance program
and is supportive of hazard mitigation elements. The City of Jacksonville is participating
in the regular phase of the insurance program. This program is administered locally by the
City of Jacksonville Building Inspections Department. The City of Jacksonville also
supports continued enforcement of the CAMA and 404 wetlands development permit
processes in areas potentially susceptible to flooding. When reviewing development
proposals, the City of Jacksonville will work to reduce density in areas susceptible to
' flooding. In addition, the City of Jacksonville will encourage the public purchase of land
in the most hazardous areas.
Mitigation Policies Related to Redevelopment of Hazard Areas After a Storm
Reconstruction of damaged properties in the City of Jacksonville after a storm will be
subject to the following:
The North Carolina Building Code requires any building damaged
in excess of 50 percent of its value to conform with code
requirements for new buildings when repaired. (This will be
particularly beneficial in the event of wind damage.)
The Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance requires that all existing
structures must comply with requirements related to elevation above
the 100-year floodplain elevation and floodproofing if they are
substantially improved. A substantial improvement is defined as
"any repair, reconstruction, or improvement of a building, the cost
of which equals or exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the
building either before the improvement or repair is started, or before
damage occurred if the building has been damaged."
Implementation: Storm Hazard Mitigation
(a) The City of Jacksonville supports the efforts of the Onslow County Emergency
Management Coordinator to facilitate and encourage the safe evacuation of
vulnerable areas of the county during storm events.
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(b) The City of Jacksonville officials will continue to actively participate in various
scheduled activities of coordination among municipalities in the county for storm
preparedness, evacuation, and post -disaster recovery.
(c) The City of Jacksonville will discourage property owners from rebuilding damaged
structures without taking mitigative precautions during the construction phase. The
City of Jacksonville will also work with the Federal Flood Insurance Rate Program
to include all areas flooded by storm into the FFIRP maps.
(d) The City of Jacksonville will continue to support enforcement of state and federal
programs which aid in mitigation of hurricane hazards, including CAMA and the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit process, FEMA, as well as local
ordinances such as zoning and flood damage prevention regulations.
(e) The City of Jacksonville will discourage high density development in high hazard
areas through implementation of the City of Jacksonville's zoning and subdivision
ordinances.
(f) The City of Jacksonville supports the public acquisition of high hazard areas with
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state and federal funds when voluntary acquisition can be accomplished. The City
of Jacksonville discourages condemnation of land for this purpose.
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(g) Developed structures which were destroyed or sustained damage" and
which did not conform to the City of Jacksonville's building regulations, zoning
ordinances, and other storm hazard mitigation policies, i.e., basic measures to
reduce damage by high winds, flooding, wave action, or erosion, must be repaired
or redeveloped according to those policies. In some instances, this may mean
relocation of construction, or no reconstruction at all. Building permits to restore
destroyed or "major" damaged structures which were built in conformance with the
City of Jacksonville's building code and City of Jacksonville storm hazard mitigation
policies shall be issued automatically. All structures suffering major damage will
be repaired according to the State Building Code and City of Jacksonville flood
damage prevention ordinance. All structures suffering minor damage, regardless
of location, will be allowed to be rebuilt to the original condition prior to the storm.
The city has prepared a Severe Weather Preparedness Plan (SWPP) which includes the
city's post -disaster recovery (see Section I I I of SWPP) and evacuation policies (see Section II, Part
G of SWPP).
The City of Jacksonville also participates in and supports the Onslow County Emergency
Operation Plan. This plan is managed/implemented by the Onslow County Department of
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Emergency Management.
The Severe Weather Preparedness Plan is included in this section.
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CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
SEVERE WEATHER PREPAREDNESS PLAN
APPROVED:
JERRY A. BITTNER,
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II. GENERAL
A.
PURPOSE ................................
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BACKGROUND .................... .......
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RESPONSIBILITIES ................. .......
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DEFINITIONS ................... .........
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II. PREPAREDNESS OPERATIONS
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GENERAL ...................... .........
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CONTROL GROUP..............
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ORGANIZATION .........................
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SUPPORT GROUP ..........................
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STORM SHELTERS .................. .......
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EVACUATION ROUTES ......................
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DEPARTMENT/DIVISION RESPONSIBILITIES .......
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2. MAYOR PRO TEM ................. ......
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4. POLICE CHIEF (EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
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5. FIRE CHIEF .... ..............
6. PUBLIC UTILITIES DIRECTOR .•...........
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7. PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR . ............. ...
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8. FINANCE DIRECTOR ....
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9. RECREATION DIRECTOR ...................
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10. BUILDING INSPECTIONS .............. ....
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11. CITY CLERK ................... ........
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12. FLEET MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR ..........
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ATTACHMENTS
1. SNOW REMOVAL OPERATIONS
2. SNOW REMOVAL PRIORITY LIST
3. SAMPLE SITUATION REPORT
'4. INITIAL DAMAGE ASSESSMENT - HOUSING LOSSES
5. INITIAL DAMAGE ASSESSMENT - PUBLIC ASSISTANCE
6. INITIAL DAMAGE ASSESSMENT - BUSINESS LOSS
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I. GENERAL
A. PURPOSE
The purpose of this plan is to set forth a definite policy as to what actions need to be taken
before, during, and after a major/severe storm i.e. ice, snow, hurricane or tornado. It is to ensure
that manpower will be utilized in the most efficient manner and to ensure that coordination with
the Onslow County Emergency Management for assistance and mutual aid. This policy does not
supplement emergency operation plans for the Police, Fire and Public Utilities Departments.
B. BACKGROUND
This plan has been developed as a guide to assist City officials in the coordination between
departments and with other municipal, county and state agencies. It outlines general
responsibilities and provides additional information in the event of a major threat or actual storm.
Since the Onslow County State of Emergency Ordinance does not apply within the corporate limits
of Jacksonville, general police powers are incurred within this plan.
The first priority of this plan is protection of life. The second priority is to minimize the
effects of a disaster upon property, while continuing to provide essential services to the extent
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C. RESPONSIBIL•ITIES
The responsibility for the coordination and direction of the Cit 's reaction to a severe
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storm, etc., rests with the Mayor, City Council and the City Manager. Department Heads are
directly responsible to the City Manager for the implementation of this plan. Detailed
Preparedness Operations are addressed in paragraphs H. 1 through 12.
D. DEFINITIONS
1. MAJOR STORM SYSTEMS. Storms, with the exception of tornado's,
generally affect a wide area and have a life history of days rather than hours of
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a. Tropical Depression - Weather associated with a tropical cyclonic system
' with wind speeds up to 38 miles per hour.
b. Tropical Storm - Weather associated with a tropical cyclonic system with
wind speeds between 39 and 73 miles per hour.
C. Hurricane - As Categorized By The National Weather Service:

Category 1 - Winds of 74 to 95 miles per hour, accompanied by a 4 to 5 foot storm surge.
Category 2 - Winds from 95 to 110 miles per hour, storm surge is 6 to 8 feet.
Category 3 - Winds from 111 to 130 miles per hour with a storm surge of 9 to 12 feet.
Category 4 - Winds of 131 to 155 miles per hour and a storm surge of 13 to 18 feet.
Category 5 - Winds of 156 miles per hour and greater and storm surge of 19 feet and
higher.
2. MAJOR STORM ALERTS. Specific actions for each condition are outlined
within the plan.
a. CONDITION V - Normal state. Operations continue as normal.
b. CONDITION IV - Destructive weather trends indicate the possibility of
winds of destructive force within 72 hours.
C. CONDITION III - (Or Hurricane Watch) - Winds of destructive force are
possible within 48 hours.
d. CONDITION II - (Or Hurricane Warning - Voluntary Evacuation
Considered) - Winds of destructive force are anticipated within 24 hours.
e. CONDITION I - (Landfall Expected) - Winds of destructive force are
imminent or expected within 12 hours.
f. CONDITION LANDFALL - Winds of destructive force have arrived.
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II. PREPAREDNESS OPERATIONS
A. GENERAL
Upon notification of Condition IV, specific coordination and communication
responsibilities go into effect for each department and agency. With each change in condition,
other responsibilities and duties for further preparedness will be carried out. Upon notification
by the Emergency Management Coordinator, the Emergency Phone System will be activated at
Condition II, unless determined otherwise by EMC. At Condition II all non -essential City
personnel will be secured from work and briefed on Recall Procedures.
B. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOCI
The Police Station Training Class Room, will serve as the Emergency Operations Center
(EOC) with Fire Station #3 serving as the back-up location. A third back-up site, the Recreation
Center will be used if necessary.
1. Only members of the Control Group will be allowed in the EOC, unless otherwise
approved by the Emergency Management Coordinator.
C. CONTROL GROUP
The Control Group will consist of the following Department Heads:
' Police Chief - Emergency Management Coordinator
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Assistant City Managers
Fire Chief
Public Utilities Director
Public Works Director
Finance Director
Recreation Director
City Clerk
Chief Building Inspector
1. The Emergency Management Coordinator may appoint additional Public Safety
personnel he deems necessary to the Control Group.
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D. ORGANIZATION
Joint action is required between all municipal departments and with Onslow County '
Emergency Management in order to maximize resources and support for the safety of the citizens
of the City of Jacksonville. Reference should also be made to the Onslow County Hurricane
Evacuation Plan for a better understanding of the overall County concept.
The Police Chief shall serve as the City Emergency Management Coordinator and be
responsible for coordinating disaster activities. If the Police Chief is out of town or for any other
reason unable to perform the duties of Emergency Management Coordinator, the Assistant City
Manager shall serve as the Emergency Management Coordinator. The City Clerk shall serve as
Public Information Officer.
The responsibilities incurred within this plan pertain to the Mayor or Mayor Pro Tem, City
Manager, Emergency Management Coordinator, City Clerk, Fire Chief, Police Chief, Public
Works Director, Public Utilities Director, Finance Director, Recreation Director, City Clerk and '
Building Inspections Department. Also included is information for coordinating with the Onslow
County Emergency Operations Center.
E. SUPPORT GROUP
The Support Group will consist of the following Division Supervisors: ,
Utilities Lines Maintenance Supervisor
Water Supply/Wastewater Treatment Supervisor
Street Department Supervisor
Sanitation Department Supervisor ,
General Maintenance Supervisor
Landscaping Supervisor
Parks & Recreation Maintenance Supervisor
Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
1. Upon activation of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) the Support Group '
will report to Fire Station #1, to be in close proximity and readily available to take
actions deemed necessary by the Emergency Management Coordinator.
2. Designated standby personnel identified by job classification from the Public
Works, Public Utilities, and Recreation Departments will be under the operational '
control of the EMC and Control Group, until a normal state of operations is
established.
3. The Emergency Management Coordinator may appoint additional Public Safety '
personnel he deems necessary to the Support Group.

F. STORM SHELTERS
' Location of Storm Shelters are indicated in Reference D.
G. EVACUATION ROUTES
Evacuation routes and traffic control points are identified in Appendix 7, to reference D.
H. DEPARTMENT/DIVISION RESPONSIBILITIES
iThe Department/Division Responsibilities are broken down by condition for ease of
coordination, beginning with Condition IV. All Department Directors/Division Supervisors will
attend briefings at the call of the Emergency Management Coordinator.
1. MAYOR RESPONSIBILITIES
CONDITION IV
' 1. Notify City Council Members of Condition Plan Status.
2. Review the City of Jacksonville Storm Preparedness Plan.
' CONDITION I11- (HURRICANE WATCH)
1. Discuss possible voluntary evacuation of low lying areas along the New
River with EMC and City Manager.
2. Review Onslow County Evacuation Plan.
CONDITION II - (HURRICANE WARNING)
1. Give authorization to EMC to begin voluntary evacuations of low lying
areas along the New River. (If necessary)
2. Communicate with Onslow County EMC.
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1. Proclaim State of Emergency and give authorization to EMC to commence
mandatory evacuation of low lying areas along the New River. (If
necessary)
2. Proceed to Onslow County EOC as member of the Control Group.
' CONDITION T ANDFAT .T .
1. Locate to EOC (Onslow County, as a member of Onslow County Control
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1. Notify City Council Members of Condition Plan Status.
2. Review the City of Jacksonville Storm Preparedness Plan.
CONDITION III - (HURRICANE WATCHI
1. Discuss possible voluntary evacuation of low lying areas along the New
River with EMC and City Manager.
2. Review Onslow County Evacuation Plan.
CONDITION 1I - (HURRICANE WARNINGI
1. Give authorization to EMC to begin voluntary evacuation of low lying areas
along the New River. (If necessary)
2. Communicate with Onslow County EMC.
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1. Proclaim State of Emergency and give authorization to EMC to commence
mandatory evacuation of low lying areas along the New River. (If
necessary)
2. Proceed to Onslow County EOC as member of the Control Group.
CONDITION - LANDFALL
1. Locate to EOC (Onslow County, as a member of Control Group.
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Notify Mayor, Department Heads of condition status.
2.
Inform Mayor regarding employees on standby alert.
3.
Monitor storm progress.
4.
Review City Storm Preparedness Plan.
5.
Hold a possible voluntary evacuation discussion with Mayor.
CONDITION
III - (HURRICANE WATCH)
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Notify Mayor, Department Heads of condition status. Obtain condition and
readiness report from Department Heads.
2.
Activate Emergency Operations Center.
3.
Communicate with Onslow County Emergency Management Coordinator.
RE: Activation.
4.
Discuss possible need for voluntary evacuation with Mayor.
5.
Prepare for mandatory evacuation of low lying areas along the New River
in discussion with Mayor. (Review Onslow County Evacuation Plan).
6.
Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION
tI - (HURRICANE WARNING)
' 1. Notify Mayor, Department Heads of condition status. Obtain condition and
readiness report from Department Heads.
' 2. Communicate with Police Chief (Emergency Management Coordinator)
regarding voluntary evacuation.
3. Communicate with Onslow County Emergency Management RE: Shelter
' Opening.
4. Discuss possible mandatory evacuation of low lying areas along the New
River with Mayor.
' S. Monitor storm progress.
6. Communicate with Mayor, Department Heads, regarding post disaster
responsibilities.
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1. Notify Mayor, Department Heads of condition status. Obtain condition and
readiness report from Department Heads.
2. Communicate with Police Chief regarding mandatory evacuation (as
needed).
3. Communicate with Onslow County Emergency Management Coordinator.
4. Begin preparing for Post Disaster Condition.
5. Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION - LANDFALL
1. Be at Onslow County EOC as a member of the Support Group.
2. Communicate with Mayor, Department Heads regarding post disaster
responsibilities.
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4. POLICE CHIEF MMERGENCY WENT COORDINATOR)
RESPONSIBrUTIES
CONDITION IV
1. Review City of Jacksonville Storm Preparedness Plan.
2. Secure all loose equipment adjacent to the Police Department. Bring inside
if possible.
3.
Check and Ward Street building and insure records are placed on pallets or
moved to second floor of Police Department.
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Monitor storm.
5.
Monitor all department frequencies.
CONDITION
III - (HURRICANE WATCHI
1.
2.
Notify personnel of standby recall.
Meet with Mayor and City Manager to discuss actions deemed necessary.
3.
Monitor all department frequencies.
CONDITION
iI - (HURRICANE WARNING)
1. Activate EOC, conduct meeting with Control and Support Groups as
necessary.
2. Begin notifying the residents/businesses of voluntary evacuation by vehicle.
' 3. Notify Highway Patrol RE: voluntary evacuation and establish control post.
4. Notify wrecker service of standby.
5. Assist in voluntary evacuation.
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECIED
' 1. Recall officers to alert status (bring extra clothing).
2. Attend EOC meeting (Status report).
3. Notify residents/businesses of mandatory evacuation. (If necessary)
4. All police vehicles fuel tanks will be topped off and all fluids checked.
5. Prepare for post disaster.
CONDITION - LANDFALL
1. Chief be at EOC
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5. FIRE CHIEF RESPONSIBILITIES
CONDITION IV
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Maintenance Officer
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1. Check all equipment, including generators. '
2. Check fuel for generators at Stations 1 & 3.
3. Have two 5 gallon cans of fuel for generator at Station 2.
4. Have gas cans and two-cycle oil for chain saws.
5. Have enough batteries and flashlights on hand.
6. Check on fuel supply and alternate fuel source.
Platoon Commander I
1. Prepare all Fire Department physical facilities for emergency operations. '
2. Test all equipment daily.
3. Check food supply.
4. Determine fresh water source.
5. Verify list of members with 4 x 4 vehicles.
6. Verify list of members with chain saws. '
7. Ensure all vehicles are full of fuel.
8. Monitor storm progress.
Meet with Chief to review I
1. City's Storm Preparedness Plan.
2. Review Onslow County's Hurricane Evacuation Plan. '
3. Review evacuation routes, plans.
Fire Marshal '
1. Check on public shelter preparedness (for fire safety).
CONDITION III - (HURRICANE WATCHI
Platoon Commander
1. All Platoon Commanders will notify all members on their platoons '
informing them of a possible recall and to advise them to make sure that
their families have a safe area to stay, in case the storm makes landfall.
2. Recheck all emergency supplies. '
3. Check all equipment making sure it is working properly.
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' 4. Ensure all vehicles are full of fuel.
5. Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION II - (HURRICANE WARNINGI
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Fire Department Staff
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The Department will notify all off -duty personnel to "stand-by" at a point
where they may be reached immediately if necessary.
2.
Meet with Chief to:
A. Receive updated storm information.
B. Determine work schedule/staffing for storm period.
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Maintenance Officer
1.
Recheck all equipment for state of readiness.
2.
Plan alternate fuel supply.
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Platoon Commander
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Make sure all food, fuel and water supplies are double checked.
2.
Monitor storm progress.
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CONDITION
I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1.
All staff personnel will report for duty as previously determined.
2.
Command Post will be established in the Administrative Office area.
3.
Command Post will notify Central Dispatch that a Fire Department
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Command Post is set-up and establish a time when Central Dispatch will
transfer all Fire Department calls to the Command Post via the ringdown
line. (This determination will be made jointly by the Fire Chief and Police
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Chief.)
4.
All emergency calls for the Fire Department will be assigned through the
Command Post.
5.
All supplies and equipment will be rechecked.
6.
Make sure water supply is adequate.
7.
CONDITION
Tape all windows and secure all buildings for storm landfall.
- LANDFALL
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Responses during actual hurricane will be limited to emergencies only; non -
emergency calls will be prioritized and assigned as conditions permit.
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2. Actions necessary for Headquarters Command Post: '
A. Maintain status board of units.
B. Repeat back information to dispatcher each time a request is made.
C. Document call assignment information, incident times, and other
relevant information.
D. Anticipate additional equipment/supply/staffing needs.
E. Maintain contact with other City officials as necessary. '
3. Return to normal.
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DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
CONDITION
IV
1.
2.
Notify personnel of standby.
Monitor storm progress.
3.
Follow Public Utilities Emergency Operating Plan.
4.
Make contact with officials at MCB-Camp Lejeune to see if portable
generators are available. If so, arrange to have generators transported to
selected well sites.
5.
Review lift station rotation for mobile generators. Distribute pumping
sequence chart to operators and maintenance personnel.
6.
Check on emergency phone numbers with power companies. Distribute
listing of all public utilities facilities with location, addresses and power
company name to personnel.
7.
Lines Maintenance - make sure that all equipment needed to make repairs
is ready and easily accessible.
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CONDITION
III - (HURRICANE WATCH)
1.
Follow Public Utilities Emergency Operating Plan.
2.
Make arrangements for emergency supply of potable water for drinking.
3.
Insure that all elevated water storage tanks are filled to capacity
CONDITION
II - (HURRICANE WARNING)
1. Notify contractor's list for standby.
2. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
3. Follow Public Utilities Emergency Operating Plan.
4. Evacuate the Waste Water Treatment Plant after all preparations have been
completed.
5. Test all portable generators and move the emergency generators to the
Lines Maintenance Shop. Position vehicles with mobile generators.
6. Test run emergency generators at Water Plant, Wastewater Treatment
Plant, well houses and lift stations under full load for at least 1 hour.
7. Purchase kitchen supplies for duty personnel at Water Plant and Wastewater
Treatment Plant.
1. Recall standby personnel.
2. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
3. Begin preparations for Post Disaster.
4. Follow Public Utilities Emergency Operating Plan.
' 5. Switch to generator power at lift stations, wastewater plant and well houses.
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CONDITION - LANDFALL
1. Director be at EOC and Supervisor's be at Fire Station #l.
2. Follow Public Utilities Emergency Operating Plan.
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CONDITION IV
1. Check on all equipment and materials.
2. Monitor storm progress.
1. Attend EOC Meeting. (Status Report)
2. Review City of Jacksonville's Storm Preparedness Plan.
3. Notify personnel for standby.
4. Advise construction contractors to secure materials and equipment.
5. Notify Public Works Contractors for standby.
CONDITION II - (HURRICANE WARNINGI
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Secure loose material, cans, etc.
3. Secure Public Works buildings.
4. Fuel trucks and equipment.
5. Monitor storm progress.
6. Check on supply of barricades, cones, tools, etc.
7. Board up doors and windows at City Hall.
8. Evacuate the Public Works Compound after all preparations have been
completed.
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1. Recall standby personnel.
2. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
3. Begin preparation for post disaster.
CONDITION LANDFALL
1. Director be at EOC. Supervisors be at Fire Station #1.
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FINANCE DIRECTOR RESPONSIBILITIES
CONDITION IV ,
1. Monitor storm progress. '
1. Review Storm Preparedness Plan.
2. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
3. Distribute storm chart of accounts.
4. Distribute FEMA reporting forms.
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1. Assure all files, records, cabinets and safes are secured. I
2. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
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1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report) ,
2. Publish emergency period chart of accounts.
3. Assure Water Billing records are secured.
4. Assure all cash on hand is secured. '
POST CONDITION ,
1. Coordinate DSR preparation with all departments.
2. Work with FEMA representatives to estimate work costs.
3. Keep up with all record retention and reporting requirements for
reimbursement. '
A. Accounting makes copies of all invoices for FEMA
B. Time sheets for all personnel are tracked and costs split out.
C. Equipment and labor rates are established for all work associated '
with storm.
D. Obtain details of work performed vs. Time sheets.
4. Due to storm debris water meters cannot be read as scheduled. Therefore, '
water billing is impacted for two (2) months after the storm.
5. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
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CONDITION IV
1. Check on all equipment and materials.
2. Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION III - fEURRICANE WATCHI
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Review City of Jacksonville Storm Preparedness Plan.
3. Notify personnel for standby.
CONDITION I1 - (HURRICANE WARNINGI
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Fuel all vehicles, equipment and gas cans.
3. Check and service equipment as needed and store in Recreation Center.
4. Tape all Recreation Windows and store all loose materials/equipment inside.
5. Playground equipment will be secured where possible. Restrooms
secured, and tennis court wind screens removed and stored.
1. Recall'standby personnel.
2. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
3. Begin preparations for post disaster.
CONDITION LANDFALL
1. Director be at EOC as member of Control Group.
2. Maintenance Supervisor be at Fire Station #1 as member of Support Group.
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10.
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Advise major building contractors to secure equipment and materials.
3. Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION II - (HURRICANE WARNINGI
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Notify appraisers of standby status.
3. Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Begin preparations for damage assessment team.
CONDITION LANDFALL
1. Be at EOC.
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1. Monitor storm progress.
CONDITION III - (HURRICANE WATCHI
1. Review City of Jacksonville Storm Preparedness Plan.
2. Begin recording summary notes of emergency operations.
CONDITION It - (HURRICANE WARNINGI
1. Assure that all work is backed up to computer disks. (All Departments).
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1. City Clerk place minute books, computer disks and zoning maps in
evidence locker of Police Dept. Assure all files, safes, cabinets, doors, etc.
are secured.
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1. Monitor storm progress.
2. Review Storm Preparedness Plan.
1. Notify personnel of standby.
2. Top off unleaded and diesel fuel tanks.
3. Make arrangements with local oil jobber to provide tanker trucks with
unleaded and diesel fuel as needed in the event access to City fuel is
unavailable.
4. Secure all loose material in garage area.
5. Monitor storm progress.
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Back up computer and take tape to Data Processing.
3. Computers to City Hall.
4. Move records to mezzanine.
5. Stock service truck with tools and parts.
6. Coordinate with departments to insure all vehicles not needed on standby
have been secured to high ground.
7. Evacuate the Fleet Maintenance Center area after all preparations have been
completed.
8. Monitor storm progress.
1. Attend EOC meeting. (Status Report)
2. Begin preparations for post disaster operations.
1. Be at Fire Station #1, as a member of Support Group.
2. Locate service truck and two (2) mechanics at Fire Station #1 with the
Support Group.
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CONDTTION IV
1. Monitor stormprogress
CONDITION III - HURRICANE WATCH
1. Review Storm Preparedness Plan
2. Monitor task schedule, adjust priorities as needed.
3. Coordinate plans with Police & Fire system support/communication staff.
CONDITION II - HURRICANE WARNING
1. Backup all midrange systems (RS6000, AS?4000, etc.)
2. Assure all Uninterrup Power Supply (UPS) equipment is online.
CONDITION I - LANDFALL EXPECTED
1. Monitor storm progress
2. Assure all area workstations are backed up and disconnected from power
supply.
3. Store all backup media in the Police evidence locker.
4. Shut down and de -energize all equipment in the computer room, cover all
equipment with plastic sheeting.
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A. GENERAL
With the end of condition landfall and when conditions are as safe as possible, post disaster
operations begin. The post disaster plan includes three (3) separate reconstruction periods.
1. Emergency Period: Reconstruction phase immediately after a storm. The emphasis
is on restoring public health and safety, assessing the nature and extent of storm damage and
qualifying for and obtaining whatever federal and state assistance that might be available.
2. Restoration Period: Weeks and months following a storm disaster. The emphasis
during this period is on permanently restoring community facilities, utilities, essential businesses,
etc., so that the community can once again function in a normal manner.
3. Replacement Period: Period during which the community is rebuilt. The period
could last from months to years depending on the nature and extent of damages incurred.
THIS PART OF THE PLAN WILL FOCUS PRIMARILY UPON THE EMERGENCY PERIOD
AND ITS CONTINUATION INTO THE RESTORATION PERIOD.
B. EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC)
The current location of the EOC during preparedness operations will continue to serve as
the Emergency Operations Center for post disaster operations until such a time as the Emergency
Management Coordinator and City manager deems it to no longer be necessary.
C. FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
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Costs relating to the disaster shall be charged to accounts specified by the Finance '
Director.
D. DEPARTMENT/AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES
During the post disaster operations, the various departments/agencies will be under the
control of the Command Group, until released to individual Department Heads for tasks which
fall within their normal scope of operations. If possible, departments may assist other departments
but will fall under the primary department heads supervision and responsibility.
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E. EMERGENCY ROUTES
In order to provide initial access for emergency evacuation the following roadways shall
be designated as emergency routes and thereby be the first streets cleared of debris.
1. Highway 24, East and West to City Limits
2. Highway 17, North and South to City Limits
3. Western Blvd. and Extension to City Limits
4. Gum Branch from Hwy. 24 to City Limits
IF. DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
Requirements for authorizing financial and direct assistance to both the City of Jacksonville
government and individual citizens and businesses are generally stated in the Disaster Relief Act
of 1974 (P.L. 93-288). It is imperative that the joint Federal -State -Local procedures are carried
out efficiently and properly in order to be eligible for the various types of financial assistance
which are available.
1. Department Heads will report a damage assessment of their respective departments
directly to the (EOC).
2. Damage Assessment Team. The City's Damage Assessment team shall consist of
the following personnel:
Building Inspector - Team Coordinator
Fire Department Representative - Fire Inspector
Public Works Department Representative
Police Department Representative
3. Damage Assessment Procedures. Upon post disaster operations beginning, the
City's Damage Assessment Team shall make a very rough visual initial assessment.
The rough assessment should include an approximate.
1. Number of persons killed.
2. Number of damaged properties.
3. Cost of damage to:
a. public properties
b. private properties
The assessment report should be given to the Emergency Management Coordinator
within 1-2 hours maximum from the commencement of the post disaster
ioperations. A more detailed second assessment can be made after the initial reports
i are filed.
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Damage assessment reporting should hollow the format and terms as established by
the Onslow County Emergency Management Office. (See attachment 3 through 6.)
G. RECOVERY OPERATIONS
After the emergency operations to restore public health and safety and initial damage
assessments are completed, the State guidelines suggest that a Recovery Task Force to guide
restoration and reconstruction activities be created. In Jacksonville, the Mayor and Council
Members, assisted by City staff, shall assume the responsibilities of the task force with the City
Manager directing day-to-day operations based on policy guidance from the Mayor and Council
Members. The following tasks must be accomplished:
1. Establish an overall restoration schedule.
2. Set restoration priorities.
3. Determine requirements for outside assistance and request such assistance when
beyond local capabilities.
4. Keep appropriate County and State officials informed using Situation and Damage
Reports.
5. Keep the public informed.
6. Assemble and maintain records of actions taken and expenditures and obligations
incurred.
7. Proclaim a local "state of emergency" if warranted.
8. Commence clean-up, debris removal and utility restoration activities.
9. Undertake repair and restoration of essential public facilities and services_ in
accordance with priorities developed through the situation evaluations.
10. Assist private businesses and individual property owners in obtaining information
on the various types of assistance that might be available to them from federal and
state agencies.
H. CONSTRUCTION PERMITTING
In order to assure that residents receive the best possible repair work to damaged property,
all contractors doing said work should be licensed and permitted and it shall be the duty of the
Police and Building Inspections Department to check on the licensing of contractors.
I. VOLUNTEER'S AND DONATED GOODS
1. The State Emergency Management Plan calls for limiting access to areas of
destruction by the use of road blocks. It is also known that a portion of volunteers
and donated goods will slip through in this case, they will be directed to the local
Red Cross and Salvation Army Headquarters for disposition.
2. In the event the City's water supply is contaminated and potable water for citizens
is required, all water tankers coming into the area will be directed to the three (3)
strategically located fire stations for distribution to citizens.
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J. ELECTRIC UTILITIES
1. The City of Jacksonville is serviced by Carolina Power and Light (CP&L) and
Jones Onslow EMC. Their response time to a disaster will be approximately 1 '/a
to 3 hours depending on the type of storm.
2. The EOC shall notify Electric Utilities as soon as possible regarding the extent of
damage and power failure.
3. Upon initiating emergency operations, representatives will check in at the EOC and
communicate the Electric Utilities plan of action.
At no time will the feeder lines serving our area be cut off/shut down by the Electric
Utilities. In case of power failure, emergency restoration will focus on life support systems as
the main feeders serving Jacksonville. Lift stations ARE NOT considered as primary focus during
emergency restoration.
K. CAROLINA TELEPHONE
1.
All of the City of Jacksonville and its ETJ is served by Carolina Telephone.
2.
Even though there may be a power outage in Jacksonville, the City should be able
to maintain telephone communications during a disaster. The Central Office in
Jacksonville, which will probably be staffed, has battery backup and generator
capabilities to sustain for approximately 12 hours. They also have contracts to
provide additional fuel, if necessary, beyond the 12 hour time period.
3.
The EOC shall notify Carolina Telephone as soon as possible regarding the extent
of damage to the City and general area.
4.
On commencing emergency operations, a representative will check in at the EOC.
A survey of the estimated damage will be performed by Carolina Telephone at the
earliest possible safe time. However, because of safety reasons, the survey and
damage repairs will be conducted during day light hours, unless an extreme
emergency requires immediate attention. Emergency numbers such as Police
Department, Fire Department, and City Hall will have priority for repairs.
L. TMM WARNER CABLE
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All of the City of Jacksonville is serviced by Time Warner Cable.
In the event of a natural disaster, Time Warner Cable will have crews standing by
to begin repair work as soon as it is reasonably safe to do so.
3.
Time Warner Cable will repair main truck lines first and the order of priority
would then be feeder lines followed by individual service drops.
4.
Repair work would be contingent upon obtaining clearance from the local power
company since they do not own any poles but rent space. Downed or unsafe power
lines would need to be repaired before Time Warner Cable would be allowed to
work on lines.
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SNOW REMOVAL OPERATIONS
(Revised July 1995)
Preparations, actions and responsibilities are assigned to the respective departments as
indicated.
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a. Snow chains should be purchased for the rear wheels of all fire trucks and
other vehicles used in the event of fire. Chains should be placed on all
fire vehicles in the event of snow accumulation.
b. A sufficient number of shovels should be purchased for firemen to clear the
entry and exit to fire stations. Public Works will render assistance when
possible.
C. Five hundred (500) pounds of salt will be stockpiled at each fire station.
d. One (1) set of jumper cables will be purchased for use in the police parking
lot.
a. Two (2) sets of jumper cables will be purchased and utilized as needed.
b. Five hundred (500) pounds of salt will be stockpiled for use in the police
parking lot.
C. A list of persons owning 4-wheel drive vehicles will be maintained. Only
those persons or organizations agreeing to let the City use their vehicles
should be listed. Military assistance numbers should be listed for quick
reference.
a. One hundred (100) pounds of salt will be stockpiled at each recreation
center.
b. An adequate number of shovels will be maintained at each recreation center
for snow removal.
C. The Recreation Department tractor will be started at least once each
working day during the period of December 1 through March 15.
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4. PUBLIC WORKS
a. Each division will have at least one (1) set of jumper cables.
Ib. The Street Division will stockpile 3,000 pounds of salt and sufficient sand.
C. Chains will be purchased for all vehicles that will be required for action
during periods of snow accumulation except for tractors. Chains will be
purchased for at least two (2) dump trucks to be used for salting roads and
moving snow.
d. Street Division will maintain a list of all persons owning snow removal
equipment. An attempt will be made to secure commitment of at least two
(2) additional motor graders and back -hoes with operators prior to snow
accumulation.
e. The Street Division motor grader and back -hoe and at least one (1) Public
Utilities back -hoe will be stored in a covered protective shelter during the
period of December 1 through March 15. These vehicles will be started at
least once each working day.
f. A minimum of one (1) snow plow shall be available for mounting on City
dump trucks.
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The following actions and responsibilities are assigned to the respective departments and
should be implemented whenever there is snow accumulation:
a. Install chains on rear of all fire trucks and other vehicles needed.
Ib. Remove snow from entry and exit to fire stations.
C. Salt entry and exit as needed.
d. Firemen at Station #1 will assist in snow removal and salting at Police/Fire
Department Headquarters.
2. POLICE DEPARTMENT
a. Secure all 4-wheel drive and military vehicles as needed and dispatch via
the Police Department radio net. A patrolman will -be assigned to each
vehicle that volunteers.
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b. Take necessary action to have all stalled, stranded and abandoned vehicles
removed from streets and highways. 1
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a. Remove snow around recreation centers and salt as needed.
b. Recreation tractor will be sent to City hall to assist clearing parking lot as
needed. When removal is complete at City Hall, tractor will report to Fire
Station #2 to assist in snow removal. When finished at Fire Station #2,
tractor will return to Recreation Department for snow removal as needed.
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1. Motor Grader: Clear road into and around the Sewer Plant; clear
Court Street to West Railroad Street; clear West Railroad Street to
Water Plant; clear streets in priority listing on the attached sheet.
2. Backhoe: Clear hospital emergency entrance and exit; clear rescue
squad driveway; clear City Hall parking lot if employees are to report for work; help complete
removal of snow at Fire and Police Stations; report to Fire Station #2 and #3 and help complete
snow removal there; clear intersections listed on attached sheets in order of priority.
3. Salt/Sand Trucks: Spread salt and/or sand on streets after they
have been graded as needed.
4. Snow Plow Truck(s): Clear streets in order of priority listing
on attached list and spread salt.
a. Backhoe: Clear Water Plant lot, entry and exit; report to Fire Station
#2 and complete snow removal; report to City Hall and help complete removal at Fire Station and
Police Station; report to Post Office and assist in snow removal of driveway; report to hospital
and help complete removal at emergency entry and exit; whenever additional backhoe's are
available, clear inter -sections listed on attached sheets in order of priority.
the City radio net.
Coordinations of all snow removal activities will be accomplished through
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REFERENCES
A. NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTES, CHAPTER 166
B. ONSLOW COUNTY STATE OF EMERGENCY ORDINANCE
C. ONSLOW COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE
D. ONSLOW COUNTY HURRICANE EVACUATION PLAN'
E. CITY OF JACKSONVILLE, EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS CODE,
CHAPTER 7.
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SNOW REMOVAL PRSORSTY L_=S-r
All streets and roads will be graded to within 1" of asphalt
where possible. Salt should be spread after streets are graded.
PRIORITY #1 STREETS
Court Street
New Bridge Street
New River Drive from Lejeune Blvd to Onslow Drive
Doris Avenue
Decatur Road
Barn Street
Chaney Avenue
Mildred Avenue
Dewitt Street
White Oak Street
Valencia Drive
Huff Drive
Brynn Marr Road
Pine Valley Road
*Henderson Drive
*Gum Branch Road
*Bell Fork Road
*Western Boulevard
Ellis Boulevard
Rescue Squad Driveway
University Drive
PRIORITY #2 STREETS
River Street Ramada Road
Nottingham Road Mooseheart Avenue
East Bayshore Blvd. Preston Road
West Bayshore Blvd.
Warlick Street
Northwoods Drive
Sioux Drive
Hendricks Avenue
Clifton Road
Maple Street
New River Drive
Louise Avenue
Richlands Avenue
Vernon Drive
Indian Drive
Cardinal Road
Winchester Road
Greenbriar Road
Village Drive
Shadowridge Road
Corbin Road
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Empire Boulevard
Northside Parkway
PRIORITY #3 STREETS
College Street
Kerr Street
Stratford Road
Warn Street
Woodland Drive
South Shore Drive
Sherwood Road
Davis Street
Clyde Drive
Thomas Drive
Cole Drive
Parkwood Drive
Fairway Road
Eastwood/South Drive
Zack Circle
Aldersgate Road
Branchwood Drive
Long Acre Drive
Onsville Road
_ Liberty Drive
PRIORITY #4 STREETS
All remaining streets
Normally DOT responsibility. City crews will be prepared to
respond when DOT requires assistance on these streets/road.
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PRIORITY #1
U.S. 17 at Murrill Circle
U.S. 17 at Johnson Boulevard
U.S. 17 at Chaney Boulevard
U.S. 17 at- Henderson Drive
U.S. 17 at Onslow Drive
U.S. 17 at Gum Branch Road/Bell Fork Road
U.S. 17 at Western Boulevard -
PRIORITY #2
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
Western Boulevard
PRIORITY #3
at Commerce Road
at University Drive
at Country Club Drive
at Huff Drive
at Winchester Road
at Brynn Marr Road
at Village Drive
at Liberty Drive
Gum Branch Road at Sherwood Forest
Gum Branch Road at White Street
Gum Branch Road at Dewitt Street
Gum Branch Road at Doris Avenue
Gum Branch Road at Onsville Drive (2 locations)
Gum Branch Road at Henderson Drive
Gum Branch Road at Indian Drive
Gum Branch Road at Lakewood Drive
Gum Branch Road at Plantation Drive
Bell Fork Road at Country Club Road/Hargett Street
Bell Fork Road at Armstrong Drive
Bell Fork Road at Ellis Boulevard
Bell Fork Road at White Street
Bell Fork Road at Brynn Marr Road
PRIORITY #4
Henderson Drive at Doris Avenue
Henderson Drive at Barn Street
Henderson Drive at River Street
Henderson Drive at Onslow Drive
-Henderson Drive at Louise Avenue
Hargett Street at New River Drive
Hargett Street at York Street
Hargett Street at Cole Drive
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Lejeune Boulevard at Corbin Road
Lejeune Boulevard at Pine Valley Road
Lejeune Boulevard at Western Boulevard
Lejeune Boulevard at Bell Fork Road
Lejeune Boulevard at Hargett Street
Lejeune Boulevard at Ellis Boulevard
Lejeune Boulevard at New River Drive
Johnson Boulevard at Warn Street _
Johnson Boulevard at Bayshore Avenue
Johnson Boulevard at New Bridge Street
NOTE: Some of these intersections will have been cleared as part
of the street clearing. They are to be checked and cleared back at
least 40 feet from the actual intersection.
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Situation Report
1. General Information
Report
County: Number: Date: Time:
Incident: Incident Period:
Reported by: Received by:
(State EM)
11 Adverse Impacts to Private Sector (Population, Homes, Business)
A. Number of confirmed dead?
Estimated number of injured?
(transported to medical treatment centers)
B. Estimated number of uninhabitable homes?
C. Estimated number of isolated homes and apartments?
D. Estimated number of persons requiring temporary housing?
E. Estimated number of businesses and industries damaged?
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111. Adverse Impacts to Public Facilities & Private Non -Profit Facilities
(Government owned facilities, Schools, Housing Authorities, etc.)
A. Are major roadways blocked with debris or critical bridges or roadways damaged?
(if yes, explain)
B. Estimated number of people without power?
CP & L• Duke: N.C. Power: EMC, REA (specify):
Estimated time before restoration of power (days):
C. What critical facilities have been impacted? (Specify, name, and explain)
Hospitals: Schools:
Fire/Police Station: EOC:
Water Facility: Other:
(Water distribution, supply, or storage facilities)
IV. Description of Impacted Area
A. Estimate the size of the area (in % of County or Municapi►ity) impacted:
B. Attach a map delineating the boundaries of the impacted area.
(use street names, road numbers, etc., to include all municapilities affected.)

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SECTION V: RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES AND LAND CLASSIFICATIONS
As required by 15A NCAC 7B planning guidelines, the Jacksonville land use plan must relate the
policies section to the land classification map and provide some indication as to which land uses
are appropriate in each land classification. The City of Jacksonville's zoning ordinance is
consistent with the land classification map and supports the distribution of land uses shown on
that map.
A. DEVELOPED
Jacksonville's primary growth should continue to occur within the corporate limits, along U.S. 17
north and south of the city, U.S. 258 north of Jacksonville, and along N.C. 24 east of Jacksonville.
Those areas are classified as developed. All areas within the corporate vicinity and the majority
of the ETJ are classified developed. The areas will require basic urban services. The developed
class is specifically designated to accommodate intense development and land uses, including
single and multi -family residential, commercial, industrial parks and open space, community
facilities, and transportation. Industrial development should occur in concentrated locations.
Residential densities will remain moderate at approximately three dwelling units per acre. The
greatest demand for urban services will exist within this classification.
B. URBAN TRANSITION
Urban transition areas will provide lands to accommodate future urban growth within the planning
period. The average development densities will be less than the developed class densities.
Development may include mixed land uses such as single and multi -family residential, commercial,
institutional, industrial, and other uses at high to moderate densities. Uses will be allowed which
are consistent with the city's zoning ordinance. Average residential densities will be less than
three dwelling units per acre. Urban services may include water, sewer, streets, police, and fire
protection. The urban transition class occupies most of the city's ETJ which is not classified as
developed. During the planning period, population density may be expected to increase.
C. RURAL WITH SERVICES
The rural with services classification is to provide for low density land uses including residential
use where limited water services are provided in order to avert an existing or projected health
problem. Areas meeting the intent of this class are appropriate for low density residential uses
where lot sizes are large and where the provision of services will not disrupt the primary rural
character of the landscape. Most development may be supported by a closed water system. The
only rural with services classified areas lie in the city's southwest ETJ west of U.S. 17.
,j. D. CONSERVATION
'— The conservation class is designated to provide for effective long-term management of significant
limited or irreplaceable areas which include Areas of Environmental Concern and 404 wetlands.
Development in the AECs should be restricted to uses which satisfy 15A NCAC 7H use standards.
Except for floating structures and prohibition of signage in public trust and estuarine waters, the
conservation class policies and standards included in this plan are not more restrictive than the
15A NCAC 7H minimum use standards.
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E. SUMMARY
The City of Jacksonville enforces both zoning and subdivision ordinances. The zoning ordinance
is consistent with this land use plan and includes separate zoning categories. The developed and
urban transition land classes are appropriate locations for the following zoning categories:
RA-20
Residential/Agricultural Zone
RS-12
Residential Zone
R-7
Residential Zone
RS-6
Residential Zone
RM-6
Residential Zone
RS-5
Residential Zone
RM-5
Special Residential Zone
TCA
Townhouses, Condominiums and Apartments Zone
RO
Residential Office Zone
0&1
Office and Institutional Zone
NB
Neighborhood Business Zone
DB
Downtown Business Zone
B-1
Business Zone 1
B-2
Business Zone 2
AEOZ
Adult Entertainment Overlay Zone
BR
Business Restricted Zone
IND
Industrial Zone
BOD
Billboard Overlay District
The rural with services classification should be primarily limited to the RA-20 residential/
agricultural district. Zoning within the conservation classification should be reviewed on a case -by -
case basis consistent with the policies contained in this plan.
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APPENDIX I
SUMMARY OF 1991 POLICY STATEMENTS
A. Resource Protection Policy Statements
1. Areas of Environmental Concern:
a. Coastal Wetlands Policies:
-- The first priority of uses of land in these areas should be the allowance of uses
which promote "conservation" of the sensitive areas, with conservation
meaning the lack of imposition of irreversible damage to the wetlands.
-- Generally, uses which require water access and uses such as utility easements,
fishing piers, and docks will be allowed, but must adhere to use standards of
the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA 15A NCAC 7H). Shoreline access
facilities such as boat ramps may also be permitted. The city will not impose
standards stricter than the state's.
b. Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shoreline Policies: Residential, recreational, and
commercial uses may be permitted within the estuarine. shoreline, provided that:
-- A substantial chance of pollution occurring from the development does not
exist;
-- Natural barriers to erosion are preserved and not substantially weakened or
eliminated;
-- The construction of impervious surfaces and areas not allowing natural drainage
-- is limited to that necessary for development;
Standards of the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1978,
as amended in 1990, are met;
-- Development does not have a significant adverse impact on estuarine resources;
-- Development does not significantly interfere with existing public rights or
access to, or use of, navigable waters or public resources.
C. Public Trust Areas Policies:
-- Jacksonville will promote the conservation and management of public trust
areas. Appropriate uses generally include those allowed in estuarine waters,
i.e., which protect public rights for navigation and recreation. Projects which
would directly or indirectly block or impair existing navigation channels, increase
shoreline erosion, deposit spoils below mean high tide, cause adverse water
circulation patterns, violate water quality standards, -or cause degradation of
shellfish waters, shall generally not be allowed. Allowable uses shall be those
which do not cause detriment to the physical or biological functions of public
trust areas. Such uses as navigational channels, drainage ditches, bulkheads
to prevent erosion, marinas, piers or docks, shall be permitted.
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2. Development in Areas with Constraints
Policy Choices: The following policies, regarding development in areas with
constraints, are adopted by the City of Jacksonville:
-- Jacksonville will permit development to take place in noted flood hazard areas,
consistent with the city's Zoning Ordinance, and under adherence to the city's
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance.
-- Residential and commercial development, consistent with the city's Zoning
Ordinance, shall be permitted in the estuarine erosion areas in accordance with
policies on development for the estuarine shorelines.
-- Jacksonville will not encourage development in areas with septic tank
limitations, but will support decisions made by the Onslow County Health
Department. Also, when and where feasible, the city will attempt to provide
centralized sewer service to existing development located in or adjacent to
natural fragile areas.
-- The city will not allow development in locations with soils limitations for
foundations unless allowed by other permitting agencies.
-- Consistent with policies regarding development within the estuarine systems,
Jacksonville also wants to see the currently identified primary nursery areas
protected from undue encroachment, damage, or pollution from direct water
runoff. In the currently undeveloped areas adjacent to primary nursery areas,
i.e., Wilson Bay, Northeast Creek, and Southwest Creek, allowable development
densities and lot coverage should be kept low. Certain nonwater-dependent
uses may also be determined to be inappropriate in these areas.
-- Jacksonville recognizes the importance of maintaining its cultural resources.
Therefore, the city will seek to develop and coordinate with an historic
commission and downtown development agency, as part of the review process
for approving new developments which may affect significant cultural
resources.
3. Other Resource Protection Policy Areas:
a. Protection of Potable Water Supply: Land uses near groundwater sources are
regulated by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management through
NCAC Subchapters 2L and 2C. Jacksonville recognizes the importance of
protecting its potable water supplies and, therefore, supports the enforcement
of these regulations.
b. Use of Package Treatment Plants: It may become necessary to develop small
package treatment systems in order to accommodate certain types of
development in outlying areas of the extraterritorial jurisdiction. It shall be the
policy of Jacksonville to allow such package plants if they can be constructed
within the overall intent of this plan and meet other federal and state
environmental regulations.
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C. Stormwater Runoff Associated with Agriculture, Residential Development,
Phosphate orPeatMining, andltslmpacton Coastal Wetlands, Surface Waters,
or Other Fragile Areas: The City of Jacksonville will continue to support strict
enforcement of existing sedimentation and pollution control measures. The city
will seek to have a comprehensive stormwater management study prepared,
with water quality enforcement being the major desire.
d. Damage to Existing Marshes by Bulkhead Construction: Jacksonville will not
permit those construction activities which result in irreversible damage to the
existing sensitive marshes. Bulkheads, which are water -dependent uses
generally allowed under the city's overall development policies for the estuarine
system, will only be permitted under state and/or federal regulations and where
minimal damage to the marshes results.
e. Development of Sound and Estuarine Islands: There is only one estuarine island
located within Jacksonville's jurisdiction in the vicinity of the Georgetown
community. In all likelihood, this small island is environmentally sensitive. It
is the city's overall policy concern that this island not be considered for
development during this planning period.
f. Off -Road Vehicles: The use or regulation of off -road vehicles is not an issue of
relevant concern to the City of Jacksonville at this time.
g. Marina and Floating Home Development. The city will encourage the
development of upland marinas where feasible, but not to the total exclusion
of waterfront marinas. All marinas, regardless of location, must comply with
applicable local, state, and federal regulations. Floating homes, or any long-
term occupancy, are not visualized as being a desirable use of any future
marinas in Jacksonville. Even for temporary occupancy, the city will require
strict adherence to Health Department regulations for pump -out facilities and
proper trash disposal.
h. Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas: The city does not want to host any
industrial uses which could adversely impact noted fragile areas. The section
of this report entitled "Types and Locations of Desired Industry," contains
specific policy statements on industry for Jacksonville.
i. Manmade Hazards: Any proposed new development posing the potential of
serious detriment to the environment shall provide assurance of compliance with
all applicable state and federal environmental protection regulations and any
other restrictions which may be imposed by the city at that time.
j. Drystacking Facilities: The city supports the development of drystacking
facilities, provided they can be located in compliance with existing state,
federal, and local siting requirements.
k. Restrictions within Areas that Might Be Susceptible to Sea Level Rise and
Wetland Loss: Jacksonville believes that this issue is not "solid" enough to
propose realistic policy statements at this time, since it is one still being
debated in scientific circles.
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3.
Up/and Excavation for Marina Basins: Jacksonville recognizes the potential
environmental benefits of developing marinas and boat basins in upland
locations, and the city will support such development where feasible and in
certain circumstances. However, upland excavated sites should not be
permitted to the complete exclusion of waterfront basins and marinas. The city
will generally accept the state's regulatory standards.
Resource Production and Management Policies
Commercial and Recreational Fisheries Policies:
-- The City of Jacksonville would like to greatly diminish the amount of urban
and/or other runoff into the productive water bodies within its jurisdiction.
-- The city also supports the regulation of development in coastal wetlands and
404 wetlands as administered by CAMA and the US Army Corps of Engineers,
respectively.
-- Because of the sensitivity of certain soils near the productive water bodies, A
Jacksonville believes that density of development and placement of septic tanks
in these areas should be carefully and strictly regulated. Currently, the city
does not permit the placement of septic tanks anywhere within the city limits.
In the ETJ, the county Health Department requires septic tanks to be set back
a distance from water bodies. The city supports this regulation. r
Recreational Lands Policies:
-- Jacksonville will continue to encourage and support the development and/or
expansion of parks and recreational facilities in appropriately sited locations,
consistent with the city's other development policies.
-- The city recognizes that certain lands along creek and stream beds and other
water courses offer, in many cases, an untapped resource as passive
recreational land. Therefore, the city will encourage and support the
development of a greenways and trails system.
Residential and Commercial Land Development Policies:
-- The city believes that all new development and/or redevelopment must be
consistent with existing policies on Resource Protection, Resource Production
and Management, and Economic and Community Development.
-- Generally, the city believes that development should only take place when and
where adequate urban services, including access, are'available to support that
development.
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4. Agriculture Policies: The City of Jacksonville does recognize that there are significant
amounts of land considered valuable for farming purposes within its jurisdictional
boundaries. However, the city does not deem it necessary to propose any special
management policies for these lands at this time.
5. Other Resource Production and Management Issues: There are several other Resource
Production and Management policy areas which are contained in the land use planning
guidelines but which have little or no relevancy in Jacksonville. These include:
commercial forest lands, existing and potential mineral production areas, off -road
vehicles, and peat or phosphate mining's impact on any resource. These areas are not
included in the city's policy discussion.
1 C. Economic and Community Development Policies
1. Community Attitude Toward Growth: In general, Jacksonville, as a growing urbanized
coastal city, is proud of its economic and community development growth. Therefore,
the city favors continued growth and development in a manner which reflects a sense
of responsibility toward the natural environment and all of its special and valued
resources. Specific policies and proposed implementation strategies are presented
below.
2. Types and Location of Desired Industries: It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville
to continue to work cooperatively with the Onslow Economic Development Commission
and the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce to attract new industries to the
areas.
a. Types of Industries: Jacksonville would prefer to see industries developed
which would be neither excessive consumers of water resources nor cause
excessive discharge into its streams. In other words, relatively "dry," low -
pollution, light manufacturing and/or assembly industries would be preferable.
b. Locations and Standards: The preferred location would be in the existing
Jacksonville Industrial Park or other suitable sites in accordance with the city's
Zoning Ordinance. The city, in conjunction with the county, would like to
develop an additional industrial park or parks, according to the following
standards:
-- Provide an assessment of the impact of the development of the industry
and require the use of the best available technology to avoid air or water
pollution during construction or operation.
-- Be located on land having stable, well drained soils. The sites should be
located in areas adequately protected from flooding and be accessible to
existing public utilities and transportation routes.
Jacksonville, along with the county, will provide, as much as is locationally and
economically feasible, basic support services such as water and sewer to newly
locating industries.
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3. Local Commitment to Providing Services to Development: 1
-- It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville to continue to provide water and
sewer services to newly developing areas within the city limits, according to
adopted extension policies.
-- The city will also, as a matter of policy, seek to provide other basic support
services for new development, such as police, fire, solid waste collection, etc.
4. Types of Urban Growth Patterns Desired: For the most part, the City of Jacksonville's
current Zoning Ordinance and Map reflect the city's ultimate desired development
pattern. There are a few exceptions, however, with regard to current allowable
densities along the waterfront and in other environmentally sensitive and/or potentially
fragile areas. With the exception of these areas, which may need additional protection
either through zoning or other locally -owned measures, the city would generally like to
see a varied mix of urban uses, i.e., for residential, commercial, institutional, or
industrial purpose, follow existing zoning.
-- The City of Jacksonville will encompass and support a mixed transition of urban
uses, with variable densities, according to suitable provision of basic and
community support services, and adequate transportation access.
-- For efficient and economical provision of basic and community support services,
Jacksonville will encourage development in or near existing urban clusters.
However, within the current ETJ, low -density, mixed transitional uses, with
adequate thoroughfare access and basic services, should be encouraged.
5. Redevelopment of Developed Areas:
-- Jacksonville is committed to supporting ongoing community revitalization efforts
to redevelop existing land use controls and other current development
regulations, such as zoning, subdivision regulations, and flood damage
protection.
-- As a matter of policy, although Jacksonville strongly supports the
redevelopment of its downtown and other waterfront areas, the city would like
for redevelopment to be consistent with its Resource Protection Policies
regarding density development.
6. Commitment to State and Federal Programs: There are a number of state and federal
programs which are important to Jacksonville. Many, such as erosion control programs
of the USDA Soil Conservation Service; NCDOT road and bridge maintenance, repair,
and replacement programs; and estuarine beach and waterfront access development
programs, etc., provide valuable direct benefits to the city. Of special importance to
Jacksonville is the presence of the military and related facilities.
-- The City of Jacksonville will continue to support federal and state programs
which provide benefits and services to the city and its citizens.
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7. Assistance to Channel Maintenance and Beach Renourishment: This issue is not
directly relevant to Jacksonville. The Corps of Engineers does not normally dredge or
maintain the New River in the vicinity of the city. However, Jacksonville supports
proposed dredging activities "downstream" along the Intracoastal Waterway in the
Topsail Island vicinity.
8. Energy Facilities Siting: Currently, the City of Jacksonville does not host any electric
generating plants, oil refineries, or inshore exploration facilities for gas or oil. Neither
does the city anticipate the development of these facilities within this planning period.
However, should any proposals for such energy facilities be presented, they will be
reviewed on a case -by -case basis.
-- The City of Jacksonville will not support the development of any "heavy"
industrial use, including energy facilities, which could cause extensive or
irreversible damage to existing fragile or environmentally sensitive areas.
-- The city also opposes the development of energy facilities which would
substantially increase the amount of manmade hazards within its jurisdiction,
including the storage and/or transshipment of crude oil.
9. Tourism: Jacksonville generally supports the development and expansion of travel and
tourism facilities as part of its move toward economic diversification. However, all
such facilities must be consistent with policies on Resource Protection and Resource
Production and Management.
10. Estuarine Beach Access: The city will continue to support the assessment and
development of estuarine access opportunities for the public to enjoy.
11. Types, Densities, and Locations of Residential Development: Policies regarding these
issues are covered in items C. 3, 4, 5 in this section.
D. Continuing Public Participation
From the beginning of the 1991 Land Use Plan Update process, the City of Jacksonville gave
full recognition to the requirements contained in the guidelines that the planning process be
conducted in the "public arena." A formal Public Participation Plan was developed and
adopted by the City Council in December, 1990. Some of the major elements in the Public
Participation Plan included:
1. The designation of a citizen advisory board as a subcommittee of the Planning Board,
as the primary citizen liaison group for the city, proposing to conduct a city-wide
random sample citizen's survey questionnaire. The advisory committee met with the
planning consultant throughout the planning process.
2. A monthly meeting schedule was established in the beginning which included several
advertised public information meetings, which were held on January 29, April 23, and
July 1, 1991. Prior to the meetings, notices were published in the Jacksonville Daily
news.
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Policy Statements: I
-- It shall be the policy of the City of Jacksonville to continue to use the local
news media to inform the citizens of the various opportunities for input into land
use planning and related policy matters.
-- The city planning staff will continue to be available for public meetings,
presentations, civic groups, etc., to discuss and/or help explain the city's urban
planning programs.
E. Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation Plans '"
The City of Jacksonville is included in the "Hurricane Response Plan" which was adopted by
Onslow County in January, 1984. The stated purpose of this plan is to provide for an orderly
and coordinated evacuation of endangered areas to minimize the effects of hurricanes on
residents and visitors in Onslow County. The plan provides for the alerting of selected
officials, the evacuation of the public from danger areas, and the designation of shelters for
those evacuated. Jacksonville Middle School is the designated shelter for the city. The plan
also provides for re-entry into evacuated areas when the threat to health and safety has
ended.
A major provision of the plan includes the establishment of two evacuation action groups: A.
a control group (comprised of elected officials from each municipality within Onslow County
as well as the Onslow County Commissioners' Chairman) vested with the responsibility of
overseeing the evacuation operations; and B. a support group (comprised of appointed county
and municipal professional employees) vested with the responsibility of providing personnel
and material resources for the implementation of preplanned action directed by the control
group.
As a matter of policy, the City of Jacksonville will follow the county plan. The city believes
that its other land use policies regarding development in hazardous areas are supportive of the
recommended evacuation plans. However, as the city's population increases, additional
shelter locations may be needed.
All of the preceding policy statements met the state's 15 NCAC 7H minimum use standards.
The following policy is the only one that exceeded those standards:
A. Resource Protection Policy Statements
3. Other Resource Protection Policy Areas:
e. Development of Sound and Estuarine Islands: There is only one estuarine island
located within Jacksonville's jurisdiction in the vicinity of the Georgetown
community. In all likelihood, this small island is environmentally sensitive. It
is the city's overall policy concern that this island not be considered for
development during this planning period.
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SUMMARY OF PREDOMINANT LAND USES BY
WATERSHED AND WATER QUALITY INFORMATION
% of
% of town
watershed
in
occupied
Predominant
Water
DWQ
watershed
by town
land uses*
River basin
classification
sub -basin
Jacksonville
03030001010040
2.4%
2.2%
Residential;
White Oak
NSW
03-05-02
vacant
03030001010050
26.4%
84.8%
Residential
White Oak
NSW
03-05-02
03030001020010
26.7%
18.4%
Residential;
White Oak
NSW
03-05-02
commercial
03030001020020
28.7%
45.7%
Commercial;
White Oak
NSW
03-05-02
vacant
03030001030020
10.6%
11.8%
Vacant
White Oak
NSW
03-05-02
NSW - Nutrient Sensitive Waters
*Predominant land uses are based only on the portion of each watershed located within Jacksonville's planning
jurisdiction.
Sources: Division of Coastal Management and City of Jacksonville.

IAPPENDIX III
POLICY STATEMENTS
CONSIDERED BUT NOT ADOPTED
B. RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICY STATEMENTS
Physical Limitations
Soils: To mitigate septic tank problems and other restrictions on development posed by soil
limitations, Jacksonville will:
(a) Support the development of central water and sewer systems in all areas of the city's
planning jurisdiction.
(b) Coordinate all development activity with appropriate Onslow County and state
regulatory personnel, and in particular with the Onslow County Sanitarian when septic
tank permits are required.
(d) The city will not allow development in locations with soils limitations for foundations
unless allowed by other permitting agencies. (91)
Flood Hazard Areas
Jacksonville will permit development to take lace in noted flood hazard areas consistent with
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the city's Zoning Ordinance, and under adherence to the city's Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance. (91)
Stormwater Runoff
(a) The City of Jacksonville would like to greatly diminish the amount of urban and/or
other runoff into the productive water bodies within its jurisdiction. (91)
Cultural/Historic Resources
(c) Jacksonville recognizes the importance of maintaining its cultural resources.
Therefore, the city will seek to develop and coordinate with an Historic Commission
and Downtown Development agency, as part of the review process for approving new
developments which may affect significant cultural resources. (91)
Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas
(a) Industrial development which can comply with the use standards specified by 15A
NCAC 7H, the City of Jacksonville zoning ordinance, and federal regulations may be
located within conservation classified areas. Jacksonville aggressively encourages the
development of industry. The city does not want any policies contained within this
plan to prohibit industrial development which meets all applicable state and federal
regulations.
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(b) The City of Jacksonville, in cooperation with Onslow County, will continue to support
an active industrial recruitment program, seeking low pollution, light manufacturing
industries, and those which do not require large commitments of water and/or sewer.
Miscellaneous Resource Protection
Package Treatment Plant Use I
(a) The only centralized sewer service in Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction serves those
areas within the immediate city limits. It may become necessary to develop small
package treatment systems in order to accommodate certain types of development in
outlying areas of the extraterritorial jurisdiction. This development may be residential,
commercial, or industrial. It shall be the policy of Jacksonville to allow such package
plants if they can be constructed within the overall intent of this plan and meet other
federal and state environmental regulations. (91)
(c) Any request for the approval of a private package treatment facility must be
accompanied by environmental assessments or, if required, environmental impact
statements and documentation of assurances that all applicable state and federal health
requirements will be satisfied. Prior to the preparation of an Environmental Impact
Statement (EIS), a report will be prepared which examines the possibilities for
wastewater disposal alternatives. This report will follow the prescribed format outlined
in the Division of Water Quality's Guidance for Evaluation of Wastewater Disposal
Alternatives: Proposed Discharge. When an EIS is determined necessary, it will be
prepared in accordance with 15 NCAC 1 D.0201.
(d) The city supports the discharge of package treatment plant effluent into 404 wetland
areas.
(d) The city opposes the discharge of package treatment plant effluent into 404 wetland
areas.
Marina and Floating Home Development
(a) Floating homes have not been an issue within Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction.
However, the city would oppose the location of floating structures within its
jurisdiction and will consider adoption of an ordinance to regulate floating homes if they
become a problem.
(a) The City of Jacksonville will permit floating homes which are consistent with the 15A
NCAC 7H minimum use standards.
(b) The City of Jacksonville shall permit marina construction which is consistent with the
15A NCAC 7H minimum use standards and the city's zoning ordinance.
(c) The city shall permit upland marina construction which is consistent with the 15A
NCAC 7H minimum use standards and the city's zoning and subdivision ordinances.

1 (c) The City of Jacksonville opposes upland marina construction.
(d) Drystacking facilities, like marinas, are viewed by Jacksonville as potentially important
support resources for recreational boating and possible urban economic development.
The city supports the development of such facilities, provided they can be located in
compliance with existing state, federal, and local siting regulations. (91)
Mooring Fields
The City of Jacksonville opposes the establishment of mooring fields and will consider the
adoption of a local ordinance to regulate mooring fields.
Development of Sound and Estuarine Islands
The City of Jacksonville does not oppose the development of sound and estuarine islands
which comply with 15A NCAC 7H, local ordinances, and the policies contained in this plan.
The City of Jacksonville opposes the development of sound and estuarine islands. The city
will revise its zoning ordinance to regulate such development.
Bulkhead Construction
Jacksonville will not permit those construction activities which result in irreversible damage
to the existing sensitive marshes. Bulkheads, which are water -dependent uses generally
allowed under the city's overall development policies for the estuarine system, will only be
permitted under state and/or federal regulations and where minimal damage to the marshes
result.
Sea Level Rise
The City of Jacksonville recognizes the uncertainties associated with sea level rise. The rate
of rise is difficult to predict. Those factors combine to make it difficult, if not impossible, to
establish specific policies to deal with the effects of sea level rise.
Jacksonville will implement the following policies to respond to sea level rise:
(a) In response to anticipated sea level rise, Jacksonville will review all local building and
land use related ordinances to establish setback standards, long-term land use plans,
density controls, bulkhead restrictions, buffer vegetation protection requirements, and
building designs which will facilitate the movement of structures.
(b) Jacksonville encourages migrating shorelines in coastal wetland areas in order to
preserve coastal wetlands. The city supports establishment of a state policy which will
protect the natural migration of coastal wetlands. Any 'state policy addressing
migrating shorelines should provide for the protection of developed areas.
Water Quality Management
(a) The City of Jacksonville will adopt an ordinance to regulate swine production. The city
is also in favor and fully supports adoption of such an ordinance by Onslow County.

C. RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Productive Agricultural Lands j
The City of Jacksonville does recognize that there are significant amounts of land considered
valuable for farming purposes within its jurisdictional boundaries. However, the city does not
deem it necessary to propose any special management policies for these lands at this time.
In many cases, they already contain urban development and/or are being used for non -farm
purposes. (91)
Productive Forestlands
The city believes it is not economically feasible to commercially harvest non-federal forest
lands in its jurisdiction; therefore, no policy is required.
Aquaculture
The City of Jacksonville supports the development of aquaculture and mariculture facilities.
Aquaculture is considered the cultivation of aquatic plants and animals under controlled
conditions.
The City of Jacksonville opposes the development of aquaculture and mariculture facilities.
Off -Road Vehicles I
The use of off -road vehicles has not been an issue or problem within Jacksonville's planning
jurisdiction. Therefore, a policy is not required. ■
The City of Jacksonville does not object to the use of off -road vehicles. T
Solid Waste ,
(a) The City of Jacksonville will continue to support regional waste disposal through
support of the Albemarle Solid Waste Authority.
Marine Resource Areas
(a) Jacksonville will promote the conservation and management of public trust areas.
Appropriate uses generally include those allowed in estuarine waters; i.e., which
protect public rights for navigation and recreation. Projects which would directly or
indirectly block or impair existing navigation channels, increase shoreline erosion,
deposit spoils below mean high tide, cause adverse water circulation patterns, violate
water quality standards, or cause degradation of shellfish waters, shall generally not
be allowed. Allowable uses shall be those which do not cause detriment to the
physical or biological functions of public trust areas. Such uses as navigational
channels, drainage ditches, bulkheads to prevent erosion, marinas, piers or docks shall
be permitted. (91)

(d) Consistent with policies regarding development within the estuarine systems,
Jacksonville also wants to see the currently identified primary nursery areas protected
from undue encroachment, damage, or pollution from direct water runoff. In the
currently undeveloped areas adjacent to primary nursery areas; i.e., Wilson Bay,
Northeast Creek, and Southwest Creek, allowable development densities and lot
coverage should be kept low. Certain non -water dependent uses may also be
determined to be inappropriate in these areas. (91)
Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Development Impacts on Resources
(a) In order to promote the quality of the estuarine waters, as well as minimize the
likelihood of significant property loss due to erosion or flooding, Jacksonville will permit
only those uses which are compatible with both the dynamic nature of the estuarine
shorelines and the values of the estuarine system. Residential, recreational, and
commercial uses may be permitted within the estuarine shoreline, provided that:
-- A substantial change of pollution occurring from the development does not
exist;
-- Natural barriers to erosion are preserved and not substantially weakened or
eliminated;
-- The construction of impervious surfaces and areas not allowing natural drainage
-- is limited to that necessary for development;
Standards of the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of 1978,
and as amended in 1990, are met;
-- Development does not have a significant adverse impact on estuarine resources.
(91)
(b) In order to preserve coastal wetland areas, the following policies shall apply:
-- The first priority of uses of land in these areas should be the allowance of uses
which promote "conservation" of the sensitive areas, with conservation
meaning the lack of imposition of irreversible damage to the wetlands. (91)
-- Generally, uses which require water access and uses such as utility easements,
fishing piers, and docks will be allowed, but must adhere to use standards of
the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA 15A NCAC 7H). Shoreline access
facilities such as boat ramps may also be permitted. The city will not impose
standards stricter than the state. (9 1 )
(c) The City of Jacksonville recognizes that in order to accommodate additional growth,
additional land for residential, commercial, institutional, industrial, and other purpose
will need to be developed. As a general policy, however, the city believes that all new
development and/or redevelopment must be consistent with existing policies on
Resource Protection, Resource Production and Management, and Economic and
Community Development. Additional and more detailed policies on types, densities,
and locations of development are contained in the Economic and Community
Development section of these policies. (91)
(b) Jacksonville does not oppose the construction of signs in public trust areas.
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Water Supply
-- The city supports construction of Well Site 7.
Sewer Svstem
(g) The city supports construction of the new land application wastewater treatment plant
which will have an initial capacity of 6.0 mgd and will be expandable to 9.0 mgd.
Energy Facility Siting and Development
(b) Jacksonville has some concerns over offshore drilling. In the event that oil or gas is
discovered, Jacksonville will not oppose drilling operations and onshore support
facilities for which an Environmental Impact Statement has been prepared with a
finding of no significant impact on the environment. Jacksonville supports and
requests full disclosure of development plans, with mitigative measures that will be
undertaken to prevent adverse impacts on the environment, the infrastructure, and the
social systems of Jacksonville and Onslow County. The city also requests full
disclosure of any adopted plans. Offshore drilling and the development of onshore
support facilities may have severe costs for the city and county as well as advantages.
The costs should be borne by the company(ies) which profits from offshore drilling and
onshore support facilities.
(b) The City of Jacksonville does not object to offshore drilling for oil and gas.
Redevelopment of Developed Areas
(c) As a matter of policy, although Jacksonville strongly supports the redevelopment of
its downtown and other waterfront areas, the city would like for redevelopment to be
consistent with its Resource Protection policies regarding density of development. (91)
Estuarine Access
The city will continue to support the assessment and development of estuarine access
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opportunities for the public to enjoy. (91)
Community Facilities
Jacksonville considers its existing community facilities to be adequate to serve the city's
needs during the planning period. This policy statement does not apply to water and sewer
facilities.
Types and Locations of Desired Industry
Option 1
The following industrial development policies will be applied:
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(b) Industries which are noxious by reason of the emission of smoke, odor, dust, glare,
noise, and vibrations, and those which deal primarily in hazardous products such as
explosives, should not be located in Jacksonville's planning jurisdiction.
(c) Industrial development and/or industrial zoning should not infringe on established
residential development.
(d) Industrial sites should be concentrated in industrial parks within the city's planning
jurisdiction.
(e) Industries having minimal adverse environmental impact will be sought by the city.
' Option 2
It is the policy of the City of Jacksonville to continue to work cooperatively with the Onslow
Economic Development Commission and the Jacksonville-Onslow Chamber of Commerce to
attract new industries to the area.
Jacksonville would prefer to see industries developed which would be neither excessive
consumers of water resources or cause excessive discharge into its streams. In other words,
relatively "dry," low pollution, light manufacturing and/or assembly industries would be
preferable.
The preferred location would be in the existing Jacksonville Industrial Park or other suitable
sites in accordance with the city's Zoning Ordinance. The city, in conjunction with the
county, would like to develop an additional industrial park or parks, according to the following
standards:
(a) Provide an assessment of the impact of the development of the industry and require
the use of the best available technology to avoid air or water pollution during
construction or operation.
r(b) Be located on land having stable, well drained soils. The sites should be located in
areas adequately protected from flooding and be accessible to existing public utilities
and transportation routes.
Jacksonville, along with the county, will provide, as much as is locationally and economically
feasible, basic support services such as water and sewer to newly locating industries. (91)
Assistance in Channel Maintenance
This issue is not directly relevant to Jacksonville. The Corps of Engineers does not normally
dredge or maintain the New River in the vicinity of the city. However, Jacksonville supports
proposed dredging activities "downstream" along the Intracoastal Waterway in the Topsail
Island vicinity. (91)
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APPENDIX IV
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WATER AND SEWER EXTENSION POLICY
SECTION TITLE PAGE
I.
Declaration of Policy . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . 2
II.
Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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III.
Facilities Ownership & Operation . . . . . .
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IV.
Priority of Extension Projects . . . . . . .
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V. Limitations On Approval of Extension Projects. . . . . . 4
VI. City Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
VII .
Fees and Charges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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VIII.
Extensions to Serve New Development. . . . . . .
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IX.
Extensions to Serve Developed Property. . . . .
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X.
Allocation of Extension Costs (Funding). . . . .
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XI.
Cost Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . 8
This policy was adopted by the Jacksonville City Council on March 18, 1986. It
was amended on June 16, 1987, on July 5, 1988, on August 22, 1990, on August 4,
1992, and on February 6, 1996. This modification clarifying the term "UNIT" and
its use in calculating facility charges was adopted by City Council on February
6, 1996. This document reflects all changes and amendments adopted by City
Council thru February 6, 1996. A copy of the document containing the amendments
is on file in the City Clerks office.
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I. DECLARATION OF POLICY
It is hereby declared to be the policy of the City of Jacksonville to provide
a water and sewer system which meets the requirements of State and Federal laws
with respect to water purity and environmental protection, which is capable of
providing good service to its citizens, which is cost/effective in construction,
operation and maintenance, which is wholly supported by user fees and charges,
which is planned, designed, and constructed so as to be supportive of orderly
growth and development of the city, and which is financed in such manner as to be
consistent with a sound municipal finance posture. It is the purpose of this
policy to provide a vehicle for fair and equitable treatment to existing and
future system customers and to set forth documented and consistent principles and
procedures governing the conditions and circumstances under which system
extensions will be made.
II. DEFINITIONS
For the purpose of this policy the following words and phrases shall have the
meanings respectively ascribed to them by this section.
Applicant. Any person, group of persons, association, partnership, firm or
corporation requesting water and/or sewer service from the City.
City. The City of Jacksonville, North Carolina
Developer/Owner. Any person who subdivides or develops any land deemed to be
a subdivision and/or any owner of land which is not served by the municipal
water or sewer system.
Extraterritorial Limits. That land which is outside the City's corporate
limits but which is subject to the City's land development regulations and code
enforcement.
Financing. The provision of the capital funds with which to construct an
extension project.
Funding. The allocation between benefitting users and the subsequent payment
of the costs which are or have been incurred to construct an extension project.
Separate Unit/Multi Unit. Separate and/or different types of occupancies of
a structure. For the purpose of determining the amount of Facilities Charges,
separate and different types of occupancies of a structure shall be considered
separate and independent units. The term separate unit shall include, but not
be limited to, the types of occupancies listed below:
a. A single family dwelling.
b. Each individual apartment, condominium, mobile home, or residence use
which is designed or adaptable to separate ownership or use in a multi-
family building or structure.
c. Each business, retail store, bar, restaurant, cafeteria, professional
suite or separate use in a commercial or industrial building, where each
unit contains its own plumbing facilities (in the case of businesses or
tenants sharing common plumbing facilities, each business shall not
constitute a separate unit).
d. Each church.
e. Each school.
f. Multiple building locations on a parcel(s) of land shall constitute not
less than one (1) unit per building connected.
Any structure or occupancy not falling within the above classifications shall
be determined on a case by case basis, upon recommendation by the Public
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Utilities Director with the approval of the City Manager. Any property owner
not agreeing with their classification may file an appeal with the Director.
Sewer Service Connection. The extension of a sewer lateral from a sewer main
to a property owner installed and maintained cleanout located within the public
right-of-way or easement.
Water Service Connection. The extension of the service line from a water main
to the customers' side of the meter setting and including the service line,
meter setter, meter, and meter box.
Small Facilities. Water distribution mains of the size required to provide
adequate fire and service delivery or sewer collector mains of the size
required to provide adequate sewer service to the frontage which they are to
serve, sewage pumping stations having a capacity of 250 gallons per minute or
less and water and sewer service connections.
a. The following are deemed to be water distribution mains:
(1) Six inch water mains in residential areas.
(2) Eight inch water mains in commercial/institutional areas.
(3) A water main of the size required to provide needed fire flow and
customer demand to the frontage (or a single development) which it
serves.
b. The following are deemed to be sewer collector mains:
(1) Eight inch sewer mains.
(2) Sewage pumping stations having a capacity of 250 gpm or less.
(3) Any facilities within and serving a single subdivision or property
under one ownership, however developed.
Trunk and Treatment Facilities. The water supply works, storage, water supply
and arterial (generally 12" and larger) water mains, trunk and interceptor
(generally 10" and larger) sewer mains, sewage pumping stations having a
capacity greater than 250 gpm, and wastewater treatment facilities.
III. Facilities Ownership and Operation
A. All water and sewer facilities constructed within the City or its
extraterritorial jurisdiction and/or connected to the municipal system shall
be dedicated to, owned, operated and maintained by the City unless in the
case of extraterritorial areas there is a specific agreement approved by
City Council which stipulates the conditions relating to ownership,
maintenance and operation which will govern said ownership and operation
until the area is within the corporate limits.
B. The City shall be provided with dedication of and/or title to all necessary
easements, rights -of -way, releases, warranties, and property interests,
incidental to and necessary for municipal operation and maintenance of the
facilities.
C. Mains and related improvements installed within private property to serve
one or more individually -metered users in a development (shopping centers,
office parks, apartment complexes) shall be installed pursuant to a written
agreement between the property owner and the City and shall be maintained
by the City at the property owner's expense.
IV. Priority of Extension Pro ects:
The following factors will be considered in establishing the priority of
extension projects:
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A. Whether the project is in fu_therance of goals and objectives established
by the City Council.
B. Whether the project is included in the City's current annual budget.
C. Whether the project is included in the City's adopted Capital Improvements
Plan.
D. The degree of private financing and funding of the project.
E. The degree and amount of City financing and funding of trunk and treatment
facilities projects. The City Council has the exclusive right to determine
whether and/or the extent of City financing /funding of any such projects.
Limitations On Approval of Extension Projects
A. No water or sewer main extensions, or service to property from existing
water or sewer mains, will be made to or within developments inside the city
limits or within the City's extraterritorial limits that are inconsistent
with:
1. The City's adopted Coastal Area Management Act's Land Use Plan.
2. The City's Community Facilities Plan including any engineering reports
or feasibility studies which have been accepted by the City.
3. The City's official Zoning and Subdivision Regulations.
4. The City's adopted Capital Improvements Plan if any City funds are
involved.
5. The City's adopted Annual Water and/or Sewer Budget (unless City Council
approves and makes funding provision for any necessary city
participation in an extension).
B. No water or sewer main extensions, or service to property from existing
water or sewer mains will be made:
1. Unless the municipal water and/or sewage system (either existing or as
proposed to be modified by an extension project to be constructed
concurrent with the development) has adequate capacity to accommodate
the development.
2. Unless the City's public utilities director determines that proposed
facilities are deemed to be capable of providing reasonably good
municipal service to the area which they are to- or should be able to -
serve in the future. The City reserves the right to require that the
design engineer certify the adequacy of extension design and its
conformance to city standards.
3. Unless the extension of a small main extends across the entire frontage
of the property for which service is requested (if extension of the main
across the frontage will be needed in the future - see also Section
VIII C.).
4. In the case of sewer extensions to development outside the city limits:
unless connection of the property is approved by City Council and the
conditions of service are governed by a contract.
5. In the case of water extensions to development outside the city limits:
a. For one inch and smaller connections, unless the application for
connection is approved by the public utilities director.
4 b. For connections larger than one inch, unless the application for
connection is approved by the City Council.
c. For connections outside the extraterritorial limits, unless service
from the Onslow County system is not feasible.
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�= VT. City Assistance
A. The City may, when resources and other work permit, enter into agreements
to design, construct, and inspect developer/owner desired
water or sewer extensions when the developer/owner agrees to pay all costs
and submits payment in advance.
B. The City may, when resources and other work permits, assist in the design
of minor extensions, particularly when they serve already platted lots
within the City which are in diverse ownership.
C. The City may assist in the acquisition of necessary encroachments or
easements when an extension conforming to City plans or studies must utilize
public rights -of -way and/or the properties of other persons.
D. The City will allow inspection of its facilities plans and when feasible
will assist in locating existing utilities. Persons planning or designing
connections to the municipal water or sewer system shall be responsible for
conducting the necessary engineering investigations to determine connection
feasibility, including locations, elevations, and sizes. Data from working
maps, plans, or studies of the utilities department shall be regarded as
official only when provided in writing by one of the following persons:
public utilities director, utilities civil engineer(s), utilities lines
maintenance superintendent.
VX1. FEES AND CHARGES
' A. Facilities Charges: A one time facilities charge shall be paid by all
persons requesting new service connections to the City water or sewer
system. Facilities charges shall be designed to recover a substantial
portion of the incremental cost of providing trunk and treatment facilities
for the persons benefitting from new connections and shall include the meter
installation fee.
1 1. Facilities Charges shall be due prior to the issuance of a building
permit or in the case of an existing building, at the time of
application for a service connection.
2. Both Water and Sewer Facilities Charges shall be based on the size of
water meter(s) serving the premises or on the number of fixtures (to be)
installed in the unit in the case of residential only type uses. In the
event water service is not requested concurrent with application for
sewer service, the utilities department will estimate the size water
service required to serve the premises and the sewer facilities charge
will be based on that size.
3. A Facilities Charge shall be made for each separate unit (as defined
herein) which is to receive service from a new water and/or sewer
connection.
4. The amount of the facilities charge for residential uses (only) shall be
determined by totalling the number of fixtures in each unit to be served
and using the RESIDENTIAL SCHEDULE BASED ON NUMBER OF FIXTURES.
5. In the event the number of fixtures actually installed in a unit or
units is more than the number on which the facilities charge was based
at the time of issuance of the building permit, the amount due must be
paid prior to the final plumbing inspection. In the event the number of
fixtures actually installed is less than the number on which the
facilities charge was based, the City will refund the difference within
ten working days after the final plumbing inspection.
6. The amount of the Facilities Charge for all other uses shall be
determined by application of the SCHEDULE FOR ALL USES OTHER THAN
RESIDENTIAL - BASED ON METER SIZE to the size meter required to serve
each Unit to be served.
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7. In the event sewer service only is requested, metering of the water
service, approved by the utilities director, must be provided by the
customer at customer expense. In the event water service is not
requested concurrently with sewer service the utilities department will
estimate the size water meter required to serve the premises and the
sewer facilities charge will based on that size.
8. Sizing of the service connection and meter so as to achieve adequate
pressure at building fixtures shall be the responsibility of the
customer; however, the utilities director may specify meter size and
require installation of a larger meter at the customers expense in the
event..a meter becomes overloaded. The size of the meter serving a
property shall be determined according to the rate of water demand in
gallons per minute and Maximum Recommended Safe Operating Capacity as
set forth in the AWWA standards for cold water meters. In the absence
of other data, water demand may be estimated using the methodology and
data set out in Appendix A of the North Carolina Plumbing Code.
9. Facilities Charge - Reduction:
a. The Facilities Charge shall be reduced by 50o if connection of the
individual service lateral is to be made to a main completed prior to
January 1, 1979.
b. If assessments or special charges in lieu of assessment have been
levied against the property for Trunk Facilities, the Facilities
Charge shall be reduced by the amount of any portion of the trunk
facilities special charges or assessment intended to pay for trunk
facility capacity which is in excess of the cost of a small facility
to serve the frontage.
c. If access or acreage charge (under the former Extension Policy)
credits are due to be repaid under a cost recovery agreement, then
the amount of the Facilities Charge for each connection shall be
reduced by the amount of the access or acreage charge which would
have been applicable under the former policy to the property
requesting connection.
d. Facilities Charges shall be reduced to an amount consistent with
written contracts or easement agreements which may have exempted
property from tap fees.
10. Facilities Charge - Adjustment:
a. In the event a customer requests that an existing meter be replaced
with a larger meter, the Facilities Charge will be adjusted to the
difference in the facilities charge for the larger and the existing
meter provided the service line for the existing meter, if unused, is
disconnected at the water main at the customers expense.
b. In the event a customer requests that an existing meter be replaced
with a smaller meter, no rebate of the Facilities Charge will be made
and the customer must pay the cost of downsizing the meter. Meters -
will not be downsized if the connected water demand is equal to or
greater than the safe operating capacity of the meter requested.
11. Facilities Charge - Amount:
The amount of the Facilities Charge shall be as established and
modified from time to time by the City Council to reflect current
costs and shall be as set forth in the Facilities Charge Schedule
applicable to the proposed use.
B. Service Connection Installation Fees - A one time service connection
installation fee shall be charged for each service connection installed if
constructed by the City.
1. The installation fee shall be based on size of service required and will
be payable prior to installation of the service connection.

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' 2. Installation charges shall be designed to recover the City's average
cost of installing such connections.
3. Installation fees shall be in the amount established by City Council and
shall be set forth in the Service Line Installation Charge Schedule.
C. User Rates
Shall be charged based on capacity (meter size) requirements, volume of
water used and in the case of sewage, a surcharge to cover the additional
cost of treating wastes stronger than domestic sewage. User fees shall be
in the amount as established and modified from time to time by City Council.
' VIII. Extensions To Serve New Development
A. Extensions as needed to serve new residential/commercial/institutional
development shall be initiated and financed by the developer/owner. Such
extensions shall generally follow the sequence of plan approvals required
by the City's zoning, subdivision or other applicable planning regulations.
The General Plan, Site Plan or Utilities Plan submitted by a developer for
City approval shall include provision of water and sewer facilities that
meet the requirements of the subdivision ordinance and Section V of this
policy.
B. When subdivision of property or the filing of a Site Plan is not required,
the developer/owner should consult with the Utilities Department regarding
necessary extensions. In such cases, plans and specifications prepared by
a registered professional engineer must be submitted to the Public Utilities
Department for approval.
C. Where a Site or Subdivision is located along an existing two lane street
Right -of -Way and the installation of the collector sewer mains and/or water
mains would normally be installed under the assessments policy the public
utilities director may waive the requirements of Section V (B)(3) provided
the waiver will not conflict with other requirements of the Site
Plan/Subdivision regulations and:
1. The utilities are installed along a reasonable portion of the frontage,
but normally at least 500 of the parcel's road frontage, or
2. If existing conditions are such that extension is warranted along a
lesser proportion of frontage require that an agreement with the City be
executed and duly recorded under which the property owner agrees to pay
his/her share of any future water and/or sewer assessments in the event
that mains abutting some portion of the parcel may be required in the
future.
IX. Extensions To Serve Developed Property
A. The City will initiate and finance trunk and treatment facilities projects
and those small facilities projects that are contained in the Annual Budget.
Generally, these projects will be for the purpose of insuring the
availability of adequate capacity, for providing service to annexed or
unserved developed areas, for replacing inadequate or deteriorated
facilities, or otherwise when the installation of an extension is in the
public interest as determined by City Council.
B. Persons owning developed property (buildings) may petition for the extension
of water distribution and sewer collector mains. Petition forms will be
furnished to such persons by the Public Utilities Department. Construction
of the extensions will be scheduled at such time as the petition is approved
by City Council and funds are budgeted.
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Utilities Department and deposit the estimated cost of an extension project
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to serve his property with the City Finance Department. Construction of the
project will be undertaken (usually by contract) as the workload of the
department permits. Alternatively, the owner may proceed as outlined in
Section IX-B above.
Allocation of Extension Costs (Funding)
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It
is the intent of this policy that participation in funding the cost of
enlargements
of the water and sewer system be essentially as follows:
A.
The total cost of Trunk and Treatment facilities will be funded wholly by
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the city from water and sewer funds; however, in the event a trunk main
serves the function of both a trunk and distribution/collector main (such
as water service connections made to a trunk main), then the City's
participation in the funding of the facility shall be limited to the
difference in cost between the trunk main installed and the cost of an
adequate distribution/collector main.
B.
The construction cost of small facilities will be funded by the persons
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desiring service or constructing new development and by property owners
benefitting in existing development.
C.
The cost of Facility (feasibility) planning will normally be funded by the
city. If a developer/owner requests such planning at a rate faster than
scheduled by the City, then significant participation in funding of the
planning will be required of the developer/owner to complement any available
city funds if the planning is to be accelerated.
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D.
The cost of preliminary engineering and design will be financed and funded
by the party initiating construction of the project.
E.
The cost of quality control construction inspection will be funded by the
City. Other construction contract administration costs will be funded by the
party administering construction of the project.
Cost Recovery
A.
Developer/Owner Financing
1. Eligible Projects
a.
In the event all or some portion of a Trunk or Treatment facility is
constructed by a developer/owner to or through his property, then the
full cost of the facility constructed is eligible for cost recovery.
b.
If an extension is required in order to make a main available to a
development and financing is by the developer, then the full cost of
the extension to the development is eligible for cost recovery by the
developer. Making connection with a main or other facility that
abuts the developers property is not eligible for cost recovery
unless the extension to the property involves a bore and casing or
other extraordinary expense.
c.
Water distribution and sewage collector mains installed within a
development are not eligible for cost recovery and shall be installed
at the full expense of the developer/owner.
2. Cost Recovery Agreements - Any cost recovery by a developer/owner shall
be
set out in a specific agreement.
a.
Approval of Agreements and Contract Award - The Agreement must be
approved by City Council prior to bidding the project and no cost
recovery shall be allowed for any project unless the proposed bid
award is concurred in by City Council prior to contract execution.
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b. Content of Agreements:
(1) The engineers estimate of project cost.
(2) The allocation of funding portions to users or potential users
of the facility, percentage of potential equivalent residential
meters to be allocated to the developer/owner, other unserved
properties within the service area of the facility, and the
City, and the proportion of the estimated cost to be allocated
to each.
(3) A schedule of the method by which funds are to be recovered
listing the estimated proportion of recovery to be obtained
from facilities charges within the development, facilities
charges from adjoining potential development, City
contributions and schedule, etc.
(4) The proposed schedule for project construction.
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c. Term of Recovery and Interest:
The term of an Agreement shall be for the shortest practicable
time, but shall not apply for a period longer than twelve
years. In no case will project costs being financed bear
interest.
d. Limit on Amount of Recovery:
(1) The amount recovered by a developer/owner shall not exceed the
actual project construction cost.
(2) A developer/owner is not assured of complete recovery if any
portion of the recovery is from future development which may
connect to the facility.
3. Permitted Methods of Recovery - The developer/owner shall be given
credit for any Facilities Charges applicable to development within the
developer/owner's property to be served by the project and covered in a
cost recovery agreement. Such credit will be given at the time a
building permit is issued and the amount will be subtracted from the
total recovery amount contained in the agreement.
a. Cost recovery agreements may provide that a credit for facility
charges within the development be given to the developer/owner if he
finances a trunk or treatment facility to make service available to
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or traverse the.development.
b. Cost recovery agreements may provide that facility charges from
future subdivisions be collected by the City and transferred to the
developer/owner who finances a trunk or treatment facility at such
time as building permits are issued for development that will use the
facility.
c. Cost recovery agreements may provide that special connection charges
be collected by the City and transferred to a developer/owner who
finances the installation of small facilities:
(1). which
are outside the development but required in order to'make
service available to the development.
(2). For which the City requires a capacity larger than the
developers need in order to serve intervening, abutting, or
nearby properties which are in the service area of the small
facility.
d. Cost recovery agreements may provide that the City will repay the
financing developer/owner all or a portion of the construction
cost of facilities from City funds. Such repayment may be made by
lump sum or in an appropriate number of equal annual installments
following acceptance of the improvement by the City.
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B.
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4. Costs Documentation For Developer/Owner Cost Recovery
a. Bidding Procedures: When cost is to be recovered on any portion of
an extension which is financed and constructed by a developer,
bidding procedures shall conform to the requirements of North
Carolina law relating to the letting of public contracts except that
award of the contract may be made by the developer/owner only after
approval of the proposed contract by the City Council.
Documentation/certification of advertising if required, public
opening of proposals and bid tabulation shall be provided to the City
for evaluation and approval.
b. Audit: The developer/owner shall have an audit of the project
performed by a certified public accountant. The audit shall reflect
the total cost of the project which is subject to cost recovery and
shall be broken down into the cost categories designated in the cost
recovery agreement. The audit shall be submitted to the City within
180 days after completion of the project and no credits will be given
after that time until the audit is received.
5. Manner of Repayment of Funds Subject To Recovery
a. From Facilities Charges Within The Development
Any portion of facilities charges recoverable through a cost
recovery agreement shall be credited to the financing
developer/owner upon satisfactory completion of construction of
the facility.
b. Transfer of Facilities Charges/Special Connection Charges
Facilities/special connection charges to be transferred pursuant to
a cost recovery agreement shall apply to property owners within the
service area of the facility. Facilities charges collected from such
property owners shall be tabulated by the City as of December 31 and
June 30 of each year and the sums so collected shall be paid to the
developer/owner within 30 days thereafter.
c. From City Funds
If the City participates in the financing or funding of a facility
then:
(1) If a single lump sum is to be paid, the City will pay the
developer/owner such amount as is provided by the cost
recovery agreement within 30 days after City acceptance
of the facility.
(2) If annual installments are to be paid, the City will pay the
developer/owner the first installment during the month of
January following City acceptance of the facility and during
the month of January each year thereafter in the amount and for
the length of time provided by the cost recovery agreement.
City Financing Of Facilities
1. Trunk and Treatment Facilities - The City will recover costs of trunk
and treatment facilities through the collection of facilities charges
for all new connections to the water and sewer system. Revenues from
users will be used to supplement these funds.
2. Grant Funds - In the event that grant funds are available, they will be
allocated to projects by City Council and the total amount of grant
funds used will be treated as a reduction in the cost of the extension
project in determining cost share.
3. Small Facilities - Water Lines and Sewage Collector Mains
Properties which are already developed and are located inside the city
limits shall participate in the City's cost of extensions to serve them.
When the City finances distribution/collector mains extensions, City
Council shall determine which of the following methods shall be used so
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that benefitting property owners share in the City's construction cost
of the improvements:
a. By Assessments: Owners of developed property at which water or sewer
service is not available and who desire service may petition City
Council as provided in Section IX B hereinbefore. If Council
determines that the City should proceed with the improvement, then
the extension will be installed using the assessment procedure.
(1). Assessments shall be levied in accordance with the assessment
procedures outlined in the North Carolina General Statutes:
(2). Unless otherwise provided by City Council in its pr--liminary
assessment resolution, assessments shall be levied on the basis
of an equal amount per front foot of abutting property in those
cases where a 6" water main and/or an 8" sewer main is
required. The assessment rate per front foot of 6" water main
and/or 8" sewer main shall be a fixed amount as provided in the
City's Schedule of Fees and Charges. City utilities staff shall
annually evaluate the cost of installing small water and sewer
mains and shall propose updated assessment rates at the time of
submission of the annual budget to City Council based on the
City's actual previous year costs.
(3). Taps assessments - In residential areas, taps will be extended
to all platted lots and the amount of the tap fees will be
included in the assessments. Taps will not be extended to
commercial, institutional or industrial lots unless requested
by the property owner.
(4) . Existing small lines - No assessment shall be levied if a water
line two inches or larger or a sewer line six inches or larger
serves property fronting a two lane street. Credit will be
given for smaller lines based on the current price of replacing
same.
(5). Corner lot assessments - The front of a lot is that side with
the least dimension, and the owner is assessed for full
frontage. Later when mains are installed along the side, the
side lot distance is exempt up to a maximum of 150 feet. If
mains are installed along the long side of the lot first,
assessments shall be computed so that the owner pays no more
than provided above.
(6). Upon completion of improvements installed under assessment, the
cost of installation of the improvements less the amount of any
grants-in-aid of the improvements construction will be
calculated and if the actual cost of installation is less than
the above rates of levy, then the assessment rate shall be
adjusted downward such that the amount of the assessments is
equal to the installation cost.
(7). Assessments are levied after the installation is completed.
Usually there will be a two or three month period between the
time of completion and the mailing of bills. The owner then
has thirty days to make payment, otherwise interest will be
added from the date of confirmation of the assessment roll by
the City Council. If the owner elects, he may make a down
payment and pay the remainder in equal annual installments with
interest on the unpaid balance as provided by the Council's
assessment resolution.
b. By Special Charges: In the event improvements are required to be
installed (eg. trunk mains or extensions to achieve a specified level
of service associated with annexation) and no provision for
assessments or other improvements cost financing has been made, then
and in such event, a Special Charge to recover a portion of the
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City's cost may be authorized by City Council. The amount of the
special charge shall be equal to the assessment rate in effect at the
time the improvement is completed unless otherwise specified by
Council.
(1). The Special Charge will be due at the time application for a
connection is made.
(2). The Special Charge shall be made in the amount of the
established assessment rate in effect at the time the
improvement is completed, but in no case shall the charge
exceed the actual front footage cost of the improvement. In
calculating the actual cost, construction cost will be
determined using the actual contract prices if the main is only
large enough to serve the frontage and the cost of a main of
size adequate to serve the frontage will be estimated if the
main is larger than that required to serve the frontage. In
such cases, unit prices for the appropriate main size obtained
from similar projects contracted by the City will be used to
calculate the actual cost.
(3). The Special Charge will only apply to properties which do not
abut an existing facility of the type for which service is
requested.
(4). Properties which connect under the provisions of this Section
and which also front on an improvement subject to assessment
will not be assessed for the second improvement unless the
property will secure service from both lines.
(5). This Special Charge policy will apply to improvements completed
after January, 1992.
(6). Payment terms that are not more favorable than the terms of the
most recent Confirmed Assessment Roll may be arranged with City
management.
(7). Properties which are located outside the city limits shall at
the time of connection with an extension, participate in their
full cost share of the small facility by paying a special
charge in lieu of assessment.
c. Payments In Lieu of Assessments - Any person who obtains water or
sewer service from a small main which was installed under assessments
and who has not already been assessed shall pay a Special Charge as
specified above in lieu of assessments prior to connection.
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1 INDEX
Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 8
Annexation
4,11-12
City Assistance
Acquisition
- 4
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 3
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Design .
Easements
4
5
Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Plans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 5
City Financing
Assessments
it
Corner Lots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 11
Existing small lines . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Grant Funds
. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
10
. . . . . . . . . . . .
Outside City Limits
12
Taps .
11
Connection
Sewer Service
3
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Water Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Cost Recovery
Agreements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Bidding Procedures
10
Building Permits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 5_, 6 , 9
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City Funds
3,4,8-10
Cost Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Developer/Owner Financing . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 8,9
Methods of Recovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 9,10
Repayment
10
Transfer of Facilities Charges . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Developed Property
Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Petition
.7-8
Easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Extension Projects
Extension Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . 3,7-8
Limitations on approval
4
Priority . . . . . . . . . . . . .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Facilities
Ownership and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Small 3,4,7,8,10-12
Trunk and Treatment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3,4,7-10,12
Fees and Charges
' Access/Acreage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjusted 6
Assessments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7, 10-12
Due. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Facilities . : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : : . : 5-6
Reduced 6
Service Connection Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
User Rates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7,8
' Financing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 , 8 -14
Funding 2,8,9
New Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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Procedures For Installing Water and Sewer Utilities
Jacksonville, N.C.
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' PROCEDURES FOR INSTALLING EXTENSIONS
I. Privately Constructed Systems That Are To Be Constructed On Private Property
To Serve Areas Such As Shopping Centers and Apartment Complexes
A. Agreement by the City to accept the proposed facilities:
' 1. "Dedication and Agreement" form should be obtained from the Utilities
Department, completed by the developer and submitted to the City
Managers Office.
2. The "Dedication and Agreement" form should be accompanied by a site plan
showing the area to be developed, the location where water and/or sewer
facilities are proposed to be constructed, the point or points of
connection to the existing water/sewer system, and a description of the
users (ie. numbers of apartments, restaurants, offices, etc.) within the
area to be served.
B. Construction and Acceptance Procedures: Upon the City's approval of the
"Dedication and Agreement", the developer should follow the procedures
applicable to systems constructed in public property. Plans for systems
in private property will not be forwarded for State approval until the
"Dedication and Agreement" has been properly executed.
' II Privately Constructed Systems In Public Property Such As Subdivisions And
Extensions Within Existing Streets To Serve New Development.
' A. Approval of Plans and Specifications:
1. Water and sewer utilities shall be approved in the General Plan in the
case of subdivisions, or Site Plan where applicable, in those instances
where development is subject to the City's planning regulations. In
such cases, approval documents as enumerated in (3) below should be
submitted to the public utilities department.
2. If the improvements are to serve an area not subject to the City
subdivision regulations then one set of detailed Utilities Plans and
' Specifications shall be submitted to the utilities department for review
and approval. Upon determination that the proposed facilities meet City
standards and are consistent with the City's extension policy, the
developer will be advised to submit documents as enumerated in (3)
below.
3. Submission of Documents for State Regulatory/Other Approvals.
a.
For Sewer Improvements
* Four complete sets of plans and specifications
* One application for a Non -Discharge Permit from the
Environmental Management Commission
b.
For Water Improvements
* Four complete sets of plans and specifications
* Three Applications to the Department of Human Resources
for approval of water improvements.
c.
If an encroachment upon a state road or railroad right-of-way
is required for a portion of the work, the encroachment should
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be obtained in the name of the City. Six copies of the
encroachment applications and supporting documentation should
be submitted with the plans and specifications.
d.
In the event both water and sewer improvements are included in
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the plans and specifications, then a total of only seven sets
of plans and specifications need be submitted for State
regulatory approvals.
e.
In the event the reviewing authority charges a fee, then a
check in the amount of the required fee made payable to the
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reviewing authority shall be submitted to the City by the
developer along'with the plans and specifications.
f. The application for approval/permit should be prepared in the
name of the City with the City Manager being the responsible
official to sign the application.
4. The transmittal letter to the appropriate state agency(ies) will be
prepared by the City and the City will transmit the documents for
approval.
B. The developer/engineer must satisfy any requirements of the state regulatory
agencies. If correspondence is made by the state agency to the City without
developer/engineer copy, the City will advise the developer/enginee of the
particular requirement. Resubmittal of particular information may be made
by the developer/engineer to the State with a copy to the City.
Construction Of The Improvements
A. Start Construction Notice - Upon issuance of state approval or permit, the
City will so advise the developer (if no notification was given him by the
state) and construction may be begun. The Department of Public Utilities
should be given at least one day notice prior to starting cons tructon so
that City inspection may be carried out.
B. Inspection Procedures - It is the intent of the City that all water and
sewer construction to be maintained by the City be installed in accordance
with minimum City standards in effect at the time of construction.
1. A roving inspector will make spot inspections of work in progress. Any
work not installed according to the plans and specifications (unless a
written deviation is obtained from the Utilities Department, in advance)
will not be accepted by the City as a part of its system.
2. In order to assure proper installation, the City inspector may request
that certain portions of the work not be covered up until he has had
reasonable opportunity to observe the construction. The Utilities
Department will try to work with contractors in such instances. Four
hours is considered a reasonable time to allow such inspection before
work is covered up.
3. The City will sample the chlorinated water in newly constructed water
lines to assure that the required residual has been attained.
4. The City will make a bacteriological examination of the water in newly
constructed water mains to determine that they are sanitary.
5. The City will observe pressure testing of newly constructed water mains.
6. The City may require "go- no go" deflection testing of sewer mains
constructed of flexible and semi -rigid materials.
7. The City will make visual observations of sewer line
infiltration/inflow, of water and sewer appurtenances to determine that
they are properly adjusted, and of service connections to determine that
they work properly.
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C. Interim Approval by the City - A developer may request a preliminary
inspection, obtain interim approval of the initial phases of the work, and I
obtain temporary water and sewer service when the following conditions have
been met:
1. Construction materials and installation practices have been satisfac-
tory.
2. Water lines have been satisfactorily chlorinated.
3. Water lines have been bacteriologically tested with satisfactory
results.
4. Water lines have been pressure tested with satisfactory results.
5. Sewer mains appear to be properly aligned and on uniform grade.
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6. There is not observable infiltration or inflow in sewer lines, service
connections, or manholes.
' 7. The following have been submitted to the public utilities department•
a. One set of erasable mylar (stable and archivable) drawings of
the improvements as constructed with a tabulation showing the
' location of taps.
b. Water main intersection sketches showing at least two measure-
ments to each valve.
' D. Final Inspection and Acceptance By the City
1. Upon completion of the project (ie. after street paving has been
completed, shoulders have been dressed, and final grading done) a
' final inspection should be requested by the developer. The Public
Utilities Department will inspect the water and sewer improvements
and will recommend acceptance of the improvements for municipal
ownership and maintenance, provided:
a. Water valves operate properly, are accessible to be operated,
and the valve boxes are set to final grade.
b. Manhole covers are set to final grade.
c. Fire hydrants operate properly, are plumb, and set to final
grade.
d. Any easements shown on the plans have been satisfactorily
recorded.
' e. Service connections have been installed to approximate grade.
2. Meter boxes and cleanout plugs are to be set to final grade by the
developer before water service will be initiated to any individual
lot, and the City's acceptance will not include service connections
' until such time as service in initiated.
3. The acceptance of improvements for ownership and maintenance must be
approved by the City Council. The City will formally advise the
developer regarding acceptance of the improvements and, if they are
' not satisfactory, what must be done to obtain acceptance.
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C T`.' OF JACKSONVILLE FACILITIES CHARGE SCHEDULE �
1 SCHEDULE B
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Resi6nt zl schedule Based on Number of Fixtures 1
Apples -Only To Residential Connections
Number _of- Fixtures
--------------,-------------Cost -Per Fixture - ----------------
Water Sewer !
1-------------------------------------- 1 ___---- ,--------- Water - and Sewer -+
I First 3 I 80 jal; 180 I 260Next 4 1 25 a 130 1 155 1
1 Next 8 I 10 b l 65 I 75 I
All Over 15 ;----5---b-; 30 ; 35
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--- -_- Values For -Fixtures Installed For Residential Service-_-_ -- --- -�
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lFixture Type Value
(Commode Each 1 1
(Shower/Tub Each 1 1
' (Lavatory Each 1 I
(Kitchen Sink Each 1 1
(Washing Machine Each 1 1
(Dishwasher N/A 0 1
(Garbage Grinder Each 1 1
+Outside Spigot 1 or more 1 Applies only to water
Permanent Lawn Sprinkling System Each (d) 10 Applies only to water
+In an a artment complex having a central washroom(s), each apartment unit which is to
share the washroom will be assigned one fixture value (for a washing machine and no
facilities -charge -will be made for the washroom fixtures.
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1 -Schedule-For All Uses Other Than Residential - Based On Meter Size _----_------+
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'Fire Service Only Meter Size Water Sewer
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I' S/g" Straight II---------370 (c) I-------------11280- 1
3/4" Straight 525 (c) 1,770
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' ' 1" Straight 830 (c) 2,750
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600 1-1/2" Straight 1,595- (c) 5,200
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I 800 1 2" Compound II 2,513 (c) I 8,140 I
--- 1,200 3" Compound ��---__---4,655- (c) 15,000 +
I 1,600 1 41 Compound II 7,715 (c) I 24,800 I
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2,400 _--6"- Compound
-_---ii__-_---15,365 (c) ; 49,300
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3,200
1 1 ----- 8" ----------------------------------1
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a Amount of Water Facilities Charge includes cost of 5/8" x 3/4" meter.
' b If a 3/4 or 1 inch meter is used add $50.00 to the Facilities Charge.
c Amount "water
Water Facilities Charge includes cost of meter.
Id If for water only account, use Schedule Based On Meter Size.
NOTES:
' 1) Facilities charges are due prior to the issuance of a building permit or at the time
of application for service for existing buildings.
2) Residential Schedule applies only to connections for -places of residence (includes
homes, apartments, otels, rooming houses, rest homes etc. where someone resides and
' the only use is resmidential) and shall be calculated for each unit on the basis of the
number of fixtures installed for it.
3) Any master meter for residential multi -family development will require approval by
the City Council.
4) A 1" service line, meter setter and box is required for 3/4" meter installations.
' TABLE OF RESIDENTIAL FACILITIES CHARGES VERSUS NUMBER OF FIXTURES
3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
W 240 265 290 315 340 350 360 370 380 390 400 410 420
S 540 670 800 930 1060 1125 1190 1255 1320 1385 1450 1515 1580
is 780 935 1090 1245 1400 1475 1550 1625 .1700 1775 1850 1925 2000

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WATER AND SEWER RATE SCHEDULE
EFFECTIVE 3/1/96
'.
WATER
SEWER
TOTALS
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RATE SCHEDULE DESCRIPTION I
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11 ILAND APPI
TOTAL
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WATER &
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CURRENT
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11CURRENT ICAPACITYICAPACITYISEWER
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1. Capacity Charge Per Month 1
11 1 1
1 1
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a. 5/8" meter 1 2.78
II 1 1
11 3.86 1 15.79
19.65
1 1
22.43
b. Multi -units (per unit) 2.78
3.86 15.79
19.65
22.43
c. 3/4" meter ( 4.17
5.79 23.69
29.48
33.65
d. 1" meter 7.04
9.64 39.48
49.12
56.16
e. 1-1/2" meter 13.97
19.27 78.95
98.22
112.19
f. 2" meter 22.42
30.84 126.32
157.16
179.58•1
g. 3" meter 44.73
61.68 252.64
314.32
359.05
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h. 4" meter 70.11
96.38 394.75
491.13
561.24
i. 6" meter 139.76
192.76 789.50
982.26
11122.02 1
2. Volume Charges - per 100 gallons 0.1020
11 0.1597 1
Surcharges
per 100 gallons I
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Restaurant 1 -0-
0.0746
Laundry ( -0-
0.0692
Bakery i -0-
ii 0.2289
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3. Outside CityRates
- -
Percentage of inside rates) 2000
200t I 2000 I
200a
I 200t
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INCREASE IN LAND APPLICATION RATES FROM $5.00 TO $10.00, BASED
'
ON 5/8" EQUIVALENT METER, ADOPTED BY CITY COUNCIL AT REGULAR
SESSION FEBRUARY 22, 1994. INCREASE IN LAND APPLICATION RATES FROM
$10.00 TO $15.79, BASED ON 5/8" EQUIVALENT METER SCHEDULED
FOR 3/1/96. ALSO EFFECTIVE 3/.1/96 LAND APPLICATION RATES
INCORPORATED INTO THE CAPACITY CHARGE.
ASSESSMENT RATE: SET AT $ 9.00 PER FRONT
FOOT FOR WATER
$12.50 PER FRONT
FOOT FOR SEWER
RATE FOR "SPECIAL CHARGE" TO BE USED IN LIEU OF ASSESSMENTS
SET AT SAME RATES AS ASSESSMENTS. RATES FOR BOTH CHARGES WILL
BE REVIEWED PERIODICALLY BY CITY COUNCIL.
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IAPPENDIX V
CITY OF JACKSONVILLE
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
' PREPARATION OF LAND USE PLAN
FISCAL YEAR 1996-97
' The City of Jacksonville has received a FY96-97 Coastal Area Management Act grant for the
update of its existing 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
Jacksonville. To ensure such input, the following citizen participation program will be utilized by
the city.
' The Planning Board will work with the city's planning consultant to ensure that the final product
will survey existing land use, identify policies, recommend strategies/actions, and identify Areas
of Environmental Concern. The plan will focus on issues expected to occur during the planning
' period, including infrastructure needs, housing needs, transportation planning, and environmental
concerns. A completely new land classification map will be provided. Specifically, the planning
consultant and the Planning Board will be responsible for ensuring accomplishment of the
following:
-- Establishment of policies to deal with existing and anticipated land use issues.
_= Preparation of a land classification map.
Preparation of hurricane mitigation and post -disaster recovery plans and policies.
-- Assessment of opportunities for participation in state and federal programs.
' -- An updated Land Use Plan based on an effective citizen participation process.
The following schedule will be utilized:
' 1. November, 1996 -- Conduct initial meeting with the City Council, and have the Citizen
Participation Plan adopted.
2. November, 1996 — The City Council will conduct a public information meeting. The meeting
will be advertised in a local newspaper. The city will specifically discuss the policy
statements contained in the 1992 City of Jacksonville Land Use Plan. The significance of
the policy statements to the CAMA land use planning process shall be described. The
process by which the City of Jacksonville will solicit the views of a wide cross-section of
citizens in the development of the updated policy statements will be explained.
3. November, 1996 -- complete identification of existing land use problems, develop
socioeconomic base data, and review community facilities needs.
' 4. December, 1996 - May, 1997 -- Continue preparation of a draft Land Use Plan and
conduct meetings with the Jacksonville Planning Board.
5. June, 1997 -- Present complete draft sections of the plan and preliminary policy statements
to the Jacksonville Planning Board.
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6. July, 1996 — Review draft Land Use Plan with City Council, conduct a public information ,
meeting for review of the proposed plan, and submit draft of completed Land Use Plan
to the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources staff for review and '
comment.
7. Following receipt of Coastal Resources Commission comments (estimate October or '
November, 1997) — Present proposed Land Use Plan to City Council for adoption, and
conduct a formal public hearing.
All meetings of the City of Jacksonville Planning Board and City Council at which the update of ,
the Land Use Plan will be discussed will be advertised in a local newspaper in a non -legal ad
section. In addition, public service announcements will be mailed to local radio stations and
posted in the Municipal Building. All meetings will be open to the public. The city will encourage ,
and consider all economic, social, ethnic, and cultural viewpoints. No major non-English
speaking groups are known to exist in Jacksonville.
10/22/96
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