New Bern Regional Land Use Plan-2000

NEW BERN REGIONAL LAND USE PLAN
CITY OF NEW BERN
TOWN OF RIVER BEND
TOWN OF TRENT WOODS
Adopted by the New Bern Board of Aldermen: February 8, 2000
Adopted by the River Bend Town Council: March 15, 2000
Adopted by the Trent Woods Board of Commissioners: March 9, 2000
Certified by the Coastal Resources Commission: March 24, 2000
Prepared by
THE WOOTEN COMPANY
Engineering*Planning*Architecture
Raleigh/Greenville/Hickory/Asheboro, North Carolina
The preparation of this report was financed in part through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972,
as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.000 INTRODUCTION AND EXECUTIVE SUMMARY.........................................................1-1
1.100
Purpose, Goals and Objectives.................................................................................
1-1
1.200
Overview of the Land Use Plan Update...................................................................
1-3
1.300
Summary of Land Use Issues...................................................................................
1-4
1.400
Summary of Data Collection and Analysis..............................................................
1-5
1.500
Summary of Policy Statements................................................................................
1-8
1.600
Summary of Land Classifications............................................................................
1-9
1.700
Implementation and Management Strategies......................................................... 1-11
2.000 DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS........................................................................... 2-1
2.100 Existing Conditions................................................................................................. 2-1
2.110
Population and Housing............................................................................
2-1
2.120
Economy....................................................................................................2-6
2.130
Existing Land Use...................................................................................
2-10
2.140
Current Plans, Policies, and Regulations Affecting Land Use ...............
2-13
2.200 Constraints to Land Development..........................................................................
2-15
2.210
Land Suitability.......................................................................................
2-15
2.220
Carrying Capacity Analysis....................................................................
2-29
2.230
Estimated Demand..................................................................................
2-35
3.000 POLICY STATEMENTS AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES .......................... 3-1
3.100
General Vision Statements....................................................................................... 3-1
3.110 New Bern Vision Statement...................................................................... 3-1
3.120 River Bend Vision Statement.................................................................... 3-2
3.130 Trent Woods Vision Statement................................................................. 3-2
3.200
Analysis and Effectiveness of Policy Statements in Previous Land Use Plans ....... 3-2
3.210 New Bern ................................................................................................... 3-3
3.220 River Bend...............................................................................................
3-10
3.230 Trent Woods............................................................................................
3-13
3.300
Summary of Updated Policy Statements................................................................
3-16
3.310 Areas with Similar Policy Statements.....................................................
3-16
3.320 Areas with Differing Policy Statements ..................................................
3-16
3.400
Updated Resource Protection Policy Statements and Implementation Strategies.
3-18
3.410 New Bern .................................................................................................
3-18
3.420 River Bend...............................................................................................
3-25
3.430 Trent Woods............................................................................................
3-32
3.500
Updated Resource Production and Management Policy Statements and
Implementation Strategies......................................................................................
3-38
3.510 New Bern .................................................................................................
3-38
3.520 River Bend...............................................................................................
3-42
3.530 Trent Woods............................................................................................
3-45
3.600
Updated Economic and Community Development Policy Statements and
Implementation Strategies......................................................................................
3-47
3.610 New Bern .................................................................................................
3-47
3.620 River Bend...............................................................................................
3-54
3.630 Trent Woods............................................................................................
3-59
3.700
Updated Continuing Public Participation Policy Statements and Implementation
Strategies................................................................................................................
3-62
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New Bern .................................................................................................
3-62
3.720
River Bend...............................................................................................
3-64
3.730
Trent Woods............................................................................................
3-66
3.800 Updated Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation
Policy Statements and Implementation Strategies .................................................
3-68
3.810
New Bern .................................................................................................
3-70
3.820
River Bend...............................................................................................
3-72
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Trent Woods............................................................................................
3-73
4.000 LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM.................................................................................
4-1
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Description of Land Classifications.........................................................................
4-1
4.110
Developed Classification..........................................................................
4-1
4.120
Urban Transition Classification................................................................
4-1
4.130
Limited Transition Classification..............................................................
4-2
4.140
Community Classification.........................................................................
4-2
4.150
Rural Classification...................................................................................
4-2
4.160
Rural with Services Classification............................................................
4-3
4.170
Conservation Classification......................................................................
4-3
4.200
Land Uses
Included In Each Classification..............................................................
4-3
4.210
Developed Areas.......................................................................................
4-3
4.220
Urban Transition Areas.............................................................................
4-4
4.230
Limited Transition Areas.........................................................................
4-4
4.240
Rural Areas................................................................................................
4-4
4.250
Conservation Areas...................................................................................
4-4
4.300
Land Classification
Map..........................................................................................
4-4
4.310
Developed Areas.......................................................................................
4-6
4.320
Urban Transition Areas.............................................................................
4-6
4.330
Limited Transition Areas..........................................................................
4-6
4.340
Rural Areas................................................................................................
4-6
4.350
Conservation Areas...................................................................................
4-6
4.400
Relationship of Policy Statements and Land Classifications ...................................
4-6
4.410
Developed Areas.......................................................................................
4-7
4.420
Urban Transition Areas............................................................................
4-7
4.430
Limited Transition Areas.........................................................................
4-7
4.440
Rural Areas................................................................................................
4-7
4.450
Conservation Areas...................................................................................
4-7
5.000 PLAN IMPLEMENTATION AND MANAGEMENT....................................................... 5-1
5.100 Use of the Land Use Plan......................................................................................... 5-1
5.200 Procedures for Amending, Reviewing and Updating the Plan ................................. 5-1
5.210 Procedure for Amending the Plan ............................................................. 5-1
5.220 Procedure for Reviewing and Updating the Plan ...................................... 5-2
5.300 Consistency of the Land Use Plan with Existing Land Development
Regulations and Municipal Policies......................................................................... 5-3
5.400 Continuous Public Education................................................................................... 5-3
5.500 Municipal Budgeting Process................................................................................... 54
5.600 Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation ............................................. 5-4
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LIST OF TABLES
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1 Population Size, Population Growth Rates................................................................................... 2-3
2 Travel -Related Employment, Expenditures, & Tax Receipts...................................................... 2-9
3 Travel -Related Expenditures....................................................................................................... 2-9
4 Land Use By Type and Acreage, New Bern Region.................................................................. 2-12
5 Water Classifications for Water Bodies Located in the New Bern Region ................................ 2-21
6 Description of Hurricane Categories.......................................................................................... 3-66
LIST OF FIGURES
Figure Page
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General Location Map................................................................................................................ 1-2
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Existing Land Use.....................................................................................................................
2-11
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Flood Hazard Areas....................................................................................................................
2-16
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Soils Limitations for Building Site Development......................................................................
2-18
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Water Quality Use Classes.........................................................................................................
2-22
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Water Quality Use -Support Ratings...........................................................................................
2-24
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Fragile Areas...............................................................................................................................
2-26
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Wetlands.....................................................................................................................................
2-27
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Existing Water Service Areas.....................................................................................................
2-30
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Existing Sewer Service Areas.....................................................................................................
2-32
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Composite Hazards.....................................................................................................................
3-69
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Land Classifications:..................................................................................................................... 4-5
LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix
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AIndex
of Data Sources...................................................................................................................A-1
BPopulation
Size and Growth Rates...............................................................................................B-1
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Comparison of Selected Community Population Growth Rates.................................................C-1
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Components of Population Change..............................................................................................D-1
EPopulation
Density........................................................................................................................
E-1
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Age Distribution, Historical and Projected...................................................................................
F-1
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Median Age of the Population......................................................................................................G-1
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Racial Composition of the Population..........................................................................................H-1
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Housing Characteristics, Household Population..........................................................................I-1
JEmployment
by Industry Group.................................................................................................... J-1
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Major Manufacturing Employers..................................................................................................K-1
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Commuting Patterns, Craven County........................................................................................... L-1
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Employment by Industry Group, Craven County........................................................................M-1
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Income Characteristics, Craven County.......................................................................................N-1
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Retail Sales, Craven County.........................................................................................................0-1
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Service Industries, New Bern and Craven County....................................................................... P-1
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Soil Limitations for Selected Land Uses................................................................................... Q-1
RHousing
by Structure Type...........................................................................................................R-1
SPopulation
Projections......................................:........................................................................... S-1
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Future Residential Land Needs ...................................... ...................... .........................................T-1
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Definition of Issues and Summary of Possible Alternatives........................................................U-1
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Public Participation Process
V-1
WGlossary
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The Recommended Thoroughfare Plan....................................................................................... X-1
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Summary of Updated Policy Statements.....................................................................................Y-1
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Summary of Storm Hazard Mitigation and Post -Disaster Reconstruction Plan Policies ............. Z-1
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1.000 INTRODUCTION AND
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1.000 INTRODUCTION AND EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
' 1.100 Purpose, Goals and Objectives
Land development generally involves a series of decisions by both private individuals
' and the public sector. In order to promote the public interest in the land development process,
the North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) requires that local governments
prepare, adopt, and keep current a land use plan. The land use plan is intended to provide a
framework that will guide local governmental officials as they make a day-to-day and long-range
' decisions that affect land development. The land use plan will also be used by state and federal
agencies in making project consistency, project funding, and CAMA permit decisions.
CAMA regulations require that an update be made of land use plans every five years.
The update is designed to ensure that all current land development issues are reviewed and
reflected in the land use plan. Also, the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) recently adopted
revised planning guidelines which include requirements not addressed in previous land use plans.
The land use plan update also provides an opportunity to evaluate policy statements and to
determine their effectiveness in implementing the land development objectives of the
community. The study area for this land use plan update is the New Bern Region which includes
the City of New Bern, Town of River Bend, and the Town of Trent Woods and their
extraterritorial planning and zoning jurisdiction, where applicable (see Figure 1). The City of
New Bern's previous land use plan was updated in 1992. River Bend's last land use plan was
' updated in 1994 and Trent Woods', in 1991. The planning period for the New Bern Regional
Plan is ten years.
A regional approach to updating the land use plans of New Bern, River Bend, and Trent
Woods was taken in order to prepare a better coordinated planning document and to provide a
mechanism which would foster a better understanding of the land use issues, objectives, and
policies of the three participating communities. The three communities are in close proximity to
one another, have common boundaries in many places, and are located within the same drainage
basin. New Bern and Trent Woods have some shared utilities and the highway network provides
a common link among all three communities. While there are many areas of commonality, there
are also distinct planning needs and objectives among the three communities. The regional
approach to updating the land use plans also provides a forum for obtaining a better
■ understanding of and appreciation for the differences between the communities.
The goals and objectives of the land use plan update include:
• To identify and analyze new and emerging land use issues and concerns.
• To reexamine existing policies to determine their effectiveness.
• To revise existing policies and develop new policies that address current land use
issues and concerns.
' • To reexamine the existing land classification system and map to determine what
revisions are necessary to address new land use issues and concerns as well as
revised and newly developed policy statements.
' • To further explore implementation strategies.
• To promote a better understanding of the land use planning process.
1 • To promote citizen involvement in the process of preparing the update.
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• To provide a better understanding of the land use planning issues and concerns that
face the New Bern Region.
' • To provide a forum for identifying common regional land use planning objectives,
policies, and implementation methods among the three participating communities in
the New Bern Region.
' • To foster a better understanding of the differing land use planning objectives,
policies, and implementation methods among the three participating communities in
the New Bern Region.
1.200 Overview of the Land Use Plan Update
This New Bern Regional Land Use Plan follows the methodology recommended by
CAMA in its Land Use Planning Guidelines (Subchapter 713 of the North Carolina
Administrative Code). Section 2.00 of this land use plan involves an analysis of existing
conditions in the New Bern Region including population, economy, and land use as well as an
analysis of plans and regulations that affect land use. Demographic, economic, and land use
trends are identified and their implications for the future use of land are analyzed. Section 2.000
' also provides a description of the major constraints to land development in the New Bern
Region. The general suitability of land for development is analyzed and includes a discussion of
physical limitations for development, fragile land and water areas, and areas with resource
potential. The analysis of land suitability is particularly useful in preparing the land
classifications which are discussed in Section 4.000. Existing community facilities and
municipal services are also reviewed and summarized in Section 2.000. An evaluation of each
participating community's ability to provide basic municipal services is made following an
' analysis of population projections and future land demands. The data analyzed in Section 2.000
provide important information upon which policy decisions are based. Data sources utilized in
the preparation of this land use plan update are summarized in Appendix A.
' Section 3.000 contains an evaluation of the previous policy statements and outlines
policies designed to address land development and growth management issues identified through
the analysis of existing factors that affect land use. Policy statements concerning resource
protection, resource production and management, economic and community development public
participation, and storm hazard mitigation, post -disaster recovery, and evacuation are delineated
in this section. The policies are intended to establish guidelines to be utilized by the
participating municipalities in making day-to-day local planning decisions and by state and
federal agencies .in project consistency, project funding, and permit decisions. The policy
statements were developed based upon the previously described analysis of existing conditions,
land use trends, and constraints to land development as well as citizen input obtained through an
extensive public participation process.
The land classification system described in Section 4.000 provides a means of assisting
in the implementation of the land development policy statements. The land classification system
provides a basic framework for identifying the future use of land and illustrates the participating
' communities' policies as to where and to what density and intensity it wants growth to occur.
The land classification system also delineates where the communities want to conserve natural
and cultural resources. Section 4.000 provides a description of the land uses proposed within
' each land classification. The land classification map presented in this section graphically
illustrates the land classification system as applied to the New Bern Region.
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' 1.300 Summary of Land Use Issues
' The major land use and development issues identified during the preparation of this land
use plan update that will affect the New Bern Region during the next ten-year period include the
following (not presented here in any priority order):
' Resource Protection Issues
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• Conservation of wetlands.
• Stormwater management.
• Surface and ground water quality.
• Preservation of historic, cultural, archaeological resources.
• Promoting best land uses for existing conditions.
• Flood hazards.
• Moorings and mooring fields.
• Drystack storage facilities for boats.
• Bulkheads.
• Marinas and floating home development.
• Guiding growth to areas best suited to accommodate development.
• Provision of municipal sewer service.
Resource Production and Management Issues
• Sensitive conversion of agricultural and commercial forest lands to more intense
uses.
• Preservation of agricultural and commercial forest areas.
• Implementation of `best management practices' for agricultural and forest lands.
• Enhancing recreational fishing and boating opportunities.
• Expanding public and pedestrian access to the waterfront.
• Reclamation of mineral production areas.
• Promotion of recycling and other conservation efforts.
• Determining land use and transportation impacts on resources.
• Promotion of greenways.
• Promotion of buffers between resource production activities and other land uses.
• The impact of land development activities on marine fisheries.
• The provision of public recreational space and water access.
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Economic and Community Development Issues
.New, Bern__ ..
• Preserving New Bern historic character and resources.
• Promoting the City Center (the downtown central business district).
• Promoting waterfront development that provides maximum public access.
• Encouraging safety and livability in neighborhoods with pedestrian accessways
' (sidewalks, trails, greenways, etc.) for purposes of recreation, interaction, buffering
and convenient access to shopping, employment and other activities.
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• Redeveloping the Five Points and RiverStation areas.
• Maintaining and upgrading the existing housing stock (through CDBG, NCHFA,
MHC, etc.).
• Promoting new housing development (affordable, in -fill, special needs, etc.).
• Promoting tourism.
• Ensuring appropriate commercial development along major corridors through
improved development standards and design review.
River Bend
• The impact of stormwater runoff from existing and future development.
• Maintaining existing low residential densities.
• The impact of additional commercial development on US Highway 17.
• Providing a second vehicular access to River Bend from US Highway 17.
• The impact of improvements to major thoroughfares in the vicinity of River Bend.
• Provision of municipal sewer service to future residential development.
• Maintaining existing low residential densities.
• Provision of municipal sewer service to residential development.
1.400 Summary of Data Collection and Analysis
The data analyzed in Section 2.000 were collected from a wide variety of sources (see
Appendix A, Index of Data Sources) including published documents, governmental and private
organizations, and individuals. Printed and digital map data were utilized in the preparation of
this section of the plan. The major conclusions resulting from the data collection and analysis
include:
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Population
• The New Bern Region contains an estimated population of approximately 30,000.
• The New Bern Region contains approximately 37 percent of Craven County's
estimated 1997 population and 57 percent of the county's municipal population.
• The New Bern Region's growth since 1990 has far exceeded that of Craven County
and the state.
• New Bern's and Trent Woods' rate of population change since 1990 are among the
highest for selected North Carolina coastal cities.
• Population growth in the past has resulted largely from in -migration.
• The population density of the New Bern Region is approximately 1,326 persons per
square mile. The population density for Craven County is 117 persons per square
mile and for North Carolina, 136 persons per square mile.
• While seasonal and recreational population is an important part in the overall
population of Craven County, it does not have a significant impact on the total
population of New Bern, River Bend, and Trent Woods. Non -permanent population
is perhaps more a factor in the region in the form of motel population as opposed to
seasonal housing population.
EconOnly
• The economies of New Bern, River Bend, Trent Woods, and Craven County are
based largely on services, wholesale/retail trade, manufacturing,
finance/insurance/real estate, and public administration employment sectors.
• Future employment within the New Bern Region is projected to be centered around
the services and retail trade sectors of the economy.
• The New Bern area is the retail and commercial services center for Craven County.
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• Projections indicate that while the per capita income in Craven County will increase
in future years, it will continue to remain below that of the state as a whole.
• Travel and tourism contribute substantially to the economy of New Bern and Craven
County.
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Land Usa
• The predominant land use in the New Bern Region is residential.
• Trent Woods and River Bend are almost exclusively residential communities. New
Bern contains more varied land uses.
• New Bern contains the majority of commercial land uses and all of the industrial
land uses within the region.
• A considerable of undeveloped land remains throughout the region, estimated as
approximately 41 percent of the total acreage of the three communities that comprise
the New Bern Region.
• Much of the existing undeveloped land is forested or use for agricultural purposes.
The largest undeveloped tracts are located in the western portion of New Bern's ED
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1 and in the northwest quadrant of River Bend. Very little vacant land exists in Trent
Woods.
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Natural hazard areas within the region include floodable areas. the primary threat of
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flooding is due to the effects associated with hurricane storm surge.
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The primary man-made hazard results from the production, use, storage, and
transport of hazardous materials.
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Within the New Bern Region, the primary water pollution sources of estuarine
waters are estimated to be multiple nonpoint sources including agriculture, forestry,
urban runoff, septic tank runoff, and marinas and point sources like the New Bern
and River Bend wastewater treatment plants.
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All waters within the region have been classified as nutrient -sensitive. Nonpoint
sources are the largest source of nutrient loadings and, of these type of sources,
agricultural runoff contributes the highest levels of nutrient loadings.
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The NC Division of Water Quality has classified the waters in the New Bern Region
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as SB, SC, and C.
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Areas of Environmental Concern with the region include coastal wetlands, estuarine
waters and public trust areas, and the estuarine shoreline. Other fragile natural areas
include freshwater wetlands, estuarine islands.
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A Regional Natural Heritage Area is located within the region along the west bank
of the Trent River south of US Highway 70.
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Several cultural resource fragile areas are located within the New Bern Region
including the 56-block New Bern Historic District.
Carrying. Capacity
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New Bern and River Bend provide water service to the majority of the region. The
water source for both municipalities is deep wells. Trent Woods is served by the
New Bern water system but many residents rely on private wells for their water
supply.
by New Bern River Bend.
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The majority of the region is provided sewer service and
Only about one-half of River Bend has municipal sewer service. New Bern provides
some sewer service to Trent Woods but most residents rely on septic systems for
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sewage disposal.
• The City of New Bern operates under a council-manager form of government. Both
' the Town of River Bend and the Town of Trent Woods have a mayor -council form
of government. Current staffing levels are considered sufficient to provide the level
of municipal services to meet current and anticipated demand.
' • Major highway projects currently underway in the region include the Neuse River
Bridge replacement and the upgrading of US Highway 17 in New Bern (Trent Road
to US Highway 70 Business).
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Estimated Demand and Future Land Needs
• The population of the New Bern Region is expected to increase during the ten-year
' planning period. However, the rate of growth in each municipality comprising the
region is varied.
' • New Bern is projected to increase its population to 27,848 by 2005. River Bend is
expected to increase to 3,135, and Trent Woods, 4,555.
• During the next ten years, all three municipalities within the region are expected to
have growth rates that exceed both Craven County and the State of North Carolina.
• Based upon projected population increases and housing distribution demand, New
Bern is expected to add 2,596 new dwellings to its existing housing stock. River
Bend is projected to add 200 residences, and Trent Woods, 85.
1.500 Summary of Policy Statements
While the New Bern Region has been the focus of the 1998 Land Use Plan Update, the
Region itself is composed of three neighboring but separate incorporated communities. It is
recognized that each of the three participating communities has distinct planning needs and
objectives. For that reason, updated policy statements have been developed for each community
with an emphasis on developing compatible, but not necessarily duplicate policies. Since River
Bend and Trent Woods are primarily residential communities that share similar attitudes towards
growth and development, many of their policy statements are likewise very similar. New Bern,
on the other hand, is a much more diverse city than either River Bend and Trent Woods and its
' policy statements reflect that diversity. Appendix Y provides a summary of the updated policy
statements for each of the three participating communities. A review of this summary will reveal
that most policy statements, while containing somewhat differing language, more often than not
have a similar emphasis that reflects the New Bern Region's commonality. Section 3.310
delineates the major policy issues for which all three communities have adopted similar policy
statements. These areas include:
• Conformance with CAMA Minimum Use Standards.
• Floating Home Development.
' • Maintaining Existing Community Character.
• Stormwater Management.
Section 3.320 outlines major areas where the communities developed differing policy
statements. These areas include:
' • Marina Development.
• Drystack Boat Storage Facilities.
• Public Mooring Fields.
• Trawling Activities.
• Industrial Development.
• Offshore Exploratory Drilling.
• Acquisition of Land in the Most Hazardous Areas (Storm Hazard Mitigation).
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• Anticipated Future Development.
• Estuarine Water Access.
Several policy statements were developed that exceed minimum CAMA 7H Use
Standards. Floating homes are prohibited in all three communities. River Bend and Trent Woods
do not permit new marina development. Drystack boat storage facilities are not allowed in River
Bend and Trent Woods. Trent Woods' policies will not allow public mooring fields. A
complete description of policies and implementation strategies is provided in Section 3.000.
' 1.600 Summary of Land Classifications
The Land Classification Map (see Figure 11) includes five land classifications: (i)
Developed; (ii) Urban Transition; (iii) Limited Transition, (iv) Rural, and (v) Conservation. The
Land Classification Map graphically illustrates the locations of the various classifications.
Because of the scale of the Land Classification Map, the Conservation classifications can not be
1 mapped with any degree of accuracy. Precise locations for some areas classified as conservation
must be determined by field investigation by the appropriate permitting agency. Although
specific areas are outlined on the Land Classification Map, land classification is merely a tool to
help implement policies and is not, in the strict sense of the term, a regulatory mechanism. The
general locations of the various land classifications as illustrated on the Land Classification Map
are described below.
Developed Areas. The Developed areas generally include land that is being
used for urban purposes. The Developed areas primarily include the vast majority of the
' land that is currently within the corporate limits of the three communities. All of the
built -upon areas within Trent Woods are classified as Developed. Municipal services
are currently provided or can readily be extended to the overwhelming majority of the
areas classified as Developed. Most of the areas delineated as Developed is within a
subbasin of the Bachelor Creek watershed (14-digit watershed #03020204020010).
Urban Transition Areas. These areas include most of the western portion of
' New Bern's ETJ, the Pleasant Hill community, portions of the Taberna satellite
annexation area, and the northwest quadrant of River Bend. Municipal services are
either currently available within these areas or are expected to ultimately be extended
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Limited Transition Areas. These areas include portions of the Rocky Run
community and an area south of US Highway 17 between Trent Woods and River Bend.
The Limited Transition designation has been selected for these areas due to
commitments by the City of New Bern to maintaining low residential densities through
' zoning and because much of the existing vacant acreage contains wetlands and severe
soil limitations for building development.
Rural Areas. The Rural designated lands include two areas within the
northwestern portion of New Bern's planning jurisdiction. These areas contain
farmland, mining operations, and low density residential uses. Municipal -type services
are not anticipated to be extended to these areas as a catalyst for more intensive
development.
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Conservation Areas. These areas include the AECs delineated in Section 4.250
and `404' freshwater wetlands. Much of the area designated as Conservation is within
identified flood hazard areas. Because of the map scale, the Conservation designated
areas can not be accurately mapped. The precise location of coastal wetlands, freshwater
wetlands, and the estuarine shoreline must be determined by field investigation by the
appropriate permitting agency. All three communities concur with CAMA AEC
standards for properties located in the Conservation classification and with the US Army
Corps of Engineers regulations for `404' wetlands, except as previously noted in Section
1.500.
The major differences in the New Bern Regional Land Use Plan Land Classification
Map (Figure 11) and the land classification maps in the former plans are delineated below:
..F .... NlYew. Bern ,, . .. � .. ... ..�., . ... ,.,. .
• Expanded the Developed area into areas that were formerly classified as Urban
' Transition, particularly in the southern, northern, and northwestern portions of the
city's planning jurisdiction.
• The Urban Transition area was reduced and is limited mostly to the western sections
of the ETJ.
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• The Old Towne Subdivision area and Pleasant Hill community were changed from
Limited Transition to Developed and Urban Transition, respectively.
• The only proposed Limited Transition area is in the Rocky Run community and in
the area south of US Highway 17 between Trent Woods and River Bend.
• Areas classified as Rural in the northwestern portion of the city's planning
jurisdiction have essentially remained as in the former plan.
• One small area at Chelsea Road that was, due to a mapping error, formerly classified
as Conservation was reclassified as Developed.
• Conservation -classified areas have essentially not changed.
• Added classifications (Developed and Urban Transition) for the recently annexed
Taberna development.
River Bend
• Most of River Bend continues to be classified as Developed.
Only the northwest quadrant of the town's planning jurisdiction is classified as
Urban Transition, as in the former plan (slight adjustments were made to the
boundary between the Developed and Urban Transition areas).
• Conservation areas have not changed.
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Trent Woods
All of Trent Woods that was formerly classified as Urban Transition has been
changed to Developed.
• Conservation areas have not changed.
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1.700 Plan Implementation and Management
In order for the Land Use Plan to be a meaningful planning tool and to implement the
policies and recommendations of the Plan, various actions are necessary. Section 5.000 outlines
such implementation and management actions which include use of the land use plan; procedures
for amending, reviewing, and updating the plan; maintaining consistency between the plan and
land development regulations; continuous public education; and municipal budgeting. Specific
implementation methods to carry out adopted policies are provided in Section 3.000, Policy
Statements and Implementation Strategies.
The Regional Land Use Plan, as adopted by the elected officials of each participating
community and as may be amended from time to time, should serve as the primary basis upon
which to make land use policy decisions. The policy statements and recommendations of the
Land Use Plan can also be of assistance to the elected officials in making long-range decisions
regarding such matters as the provision of water and sewer services, thoroughfare planning,
stormwater planning and management, implementation of an economic development strategy,
recreational facility planning, preparation of annexation feasibility reports, and implementation
of housing and community development programs.
An amendment to the Land Use Plan should be initiated only by the governing body,
either at its own initiative or upon the recommendation of the Planning Board, municipal staff, or
any other person or agency. Amendments to CAMA-certified land use plans must be submitted
to and approved by the Coastal Resources Commission in accordance with the requirements of
NCAC 7B.0400, Land Use Plan Amendment Process.
' Planning is a continuous process and updating of the Land Use Plan should be part of
that process. To that end, it is recommended that each participating community informally
review the Plan on a bi-annual basis.
Following the adoption of the Land Use Plan, each participating community should
review its land use regulatory tools to ensure that they are implementing the policies and
implementation strategies delineated in Section 3.000. Specifically, the zoning ordinance,
subdivision regulations, and other municipal regulations and policies (water and sewer extension
policies, annexation strategies, ETJ extension strategies, etc.) regarding land use and land
' development should be reviewed and any provisions which are determined to be inconsistent
with the policies of the Plan should be amended.
Keeping the citizens of the New Bern Region aware of land development issues and
' needs should be a continuous process. If citizens are to participate in the formulation of land
development goals and policies, they must first have a basic understanding of the major issues
facing the community, the planning problem areas and opportunities, and the mechanics of the
' land development planning process. To expect that citizens be made aware of all of these
matters solely during the Land Use Plan preparation process is unrealistic. An on -going public
education program could benefit not only the Land Use Plan preparation but also the
community's overall planning program. An informed citizenry will result in meaningful citizen
participation and input and, therefore, significant guidance for elected officials. Recommended
activities in a public education program include:
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' • Media press releases which promote, educate, and inform.
• Use of the local public access cable television and internet-based forums to
' distribute current planning information.
• Program presentations to civic, community, and special interest groups.
' • Informal meetings with affected parties (developers, adjoining property owners,
neighborhood advocates, etc.) prior to holding public hearings on rezoning and
conditional use requests.
' • Planning program presentations to school groups.
• Community forums on specific planning issues.
• Preparation of an annual report which highlights planning accomplishments as well
as emerging planning and land development issues.
' Each participating community's programming and budgeting process should be utilized
to reinforce the Land Use Plan by scheduling recommended plans and studies for future funding.
Priority items should include revisions to the current land use regulations, review of water and
sewer extension policies, and preparation of comprehensive plans and capital improvements
plans.
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2.000 DATA COLLECTION
AND ANALYSIS
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2.000 DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS
The data collected and analyzed in this chapter are designed to provide an information base
' which will be helpful in making policy decisions about future land use and land development in the New
Bern/River Bend/Trent Woods Planning Region. Existing conditions regarding population, the local
economy, land use, and current plans and policies that affect land use are described in Section 2.100.
' Constraints to land development are discussed in Section 2.200 which includes an analysis of land
suitability, the capacity of the three municipalities to provide basic community services, and the
anticipated demand on community services.
' 2.100 Existing Conditions
2.110 Population and Housing. Population characteristics which are analyzed in this
land use plan update include population size and growth trends, population density, age
distribution, racial composition, housing characteristics, and household population.
1 2.111 Population Size and Growth Trends. The New Bern Region contains
an estimated population of approximately 30,000. New Bern, with a population
of 22,032, is the largest city in the region and comprises about 73 percent of the
region's population. Trent Woods, population 4,292, is the next largest
municipality in the region. At a population of 2,752, River Bend is the smaller
of the three municipalities in the New Bern Region. The New Bern Region
' encompasses approximately 37 percent of Craven County's estimated 1997
population and 57 percent of the county's municipal population. The Region's
growth rate since 1990 has far exceeded that of the county and the state.
' The City of New Bern's 1997 municipal population as estimated by the
North Carolina Office of State Planning is 22,032. The estimated population of
the city's planning jurisdiction (the total area within the city's corporate limits
and the extraterritorial planning and zoning jurisdiction) is approximately
23,000.
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A review of the City of New Bern's population from 1910 to 1990
indicates an unsteady and fluctuating pattern of growth and decline until 1980
[see Appendix B]. New Bern's population decreased in size from 1910 to 1920,
from 1920 to 1930 and again from 1960 to 1970 and 1970 to 1980. From 1980
to 1990, however, the city's population increased by 3,079, a growth rate of 19.3
percent.
New Bern's 1980-1990 growth rate was the fifth highest among twelve
coastal municipalities selected for comparison [see Appendix C]. Between 1990
and 1997, New Bern's growth rate was 26.9% - third highest among the twelve
selected coastal cities. Annexation has been a major factor in the city's recent
growth trends. Between January 1990 and July 1996, the City of New Bern
annexed almost eleven square miles of land area which contained a population of
3,651 residents.
The Town of River Bend's 1997 municipal population as estimated by
the North Carolina Office of State Planning is 2,752. River Bend had a growth
rate of 14.3% between 1990-1997--the seventh highest growth rate among the
twelve selected coastal municipalities [see Appendix C]. River Bend's growth
rate between 1980 and 1990 was over 151 percent, the highest rate among the
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twelve coastal cities delineated in Appendix C. The 1980 population figure for
River Bend is a separation count derived after the town was incorporated in
1981.
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The Town of Trent Woods' 1997 municipal population as estimated by
the North Carolina Office of State Planning is 4,292. Trent Woods' 1980-1990
growth rate of 33.11 percent was the third highest growth rate among the twelve
selected coastal municipalities [see Appendix C]. Between 1990 and 1997,
Trent Woods' growth rate was 81.4% - second only to the City of Jacksonville
'
which experienced a 142.6% growth rate primarily resulting from annexation.
Trent Woods' 1990-1996 growth rate made it the seventh fastest growing
municipality of the 120 North Carolina cities with a population of 2,500 to
9,999.
Craven County's growth rate of 14.9 percent between 1980 and 1990
placed it as the third fastest growing county of the five counties in the immediate
area and ahead of the state's growth rate of 12.8%. The county's 1990-1997
growth rate of 8.4 percent is, however, lower than the statewide average of 12.0
percent. As seen in Appendix D, Craven County's growth is almost totally
attributable to natural increase. With the exception of Onslow County, Craven
County's 1980-1990 natural increase rate of 14.5 was substantially higher than
that of the counties in the region and that of the state. The county's net
migration rate of 0.4% was ranked lowest among the five -county region and
substantially below the state rate of 6.4%. Projections by the NC Office of
State Planning indicate that Craven County's natural increase rate, while
remaining higher than the statewide and regional rates, will decrease in future
years and that the net migration rate, although increasing, will continue to be a
small percentage of the county's growth rate. Natural increase is the difference
between total births and total deaths. Net migration is the difference between
total population change and natural increase. Migration rate is the difference
between in -migration and out -migration expressed as a percentage of the base
year total population. It is calculated by dividing natural increase by the base
1
year total population
Table 1 provides a comparison of the population size and rates of
population growth for the City of New Bern, the Town of River Bend, and the
'
Town of Trent Woods with those of Craven County and the state.
2.112 Population Density. The population density of the New Bern Region is
1,326 square mile. As might be expected, the City of
approximately persons per
New Bern contains the highest density in the region and River Bend, the lowest.
' In 1990, New Bern contained 1,702 persons per square mile. This
population density was ranked fourth among the seven selected municipalities in
the region [see Appendix E] with only River Bend, Trent Woods and Havelock
with lower density per square mile. The population density figure in 1990
statewide was 136 persons per square mile and for Craven County, 117 persons
per square mile.
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TABLE 1
POPULATION SIZE
w,M1960
1970 w 1980
�u
1990
1997
v22,032
New Bern
,m,.� .15,717�
14,660� Y
14,557
17,636
River Bend
N/A
N/A 959
2,408
2,752
Trent Woods
517
719 1,777
2,366
4,292
Craven County
58,773
62,554 71,043
81,613
88,475
North Carolina
4,556,155
5,084,411 5,880,095
6,632,448
7,431,161
POPULATION GROWTH RATES
1960 19701970
1980
1980 1990
1990 1997 a
New Bern
.._._6.7%
-0.7% _
21.2%
26.9�/ .... _.�-
River Bend
n/a
n/a
151.1
14.3%
Trent Woods
39.1%
147.1%
33.1%
81.4%
Craven County
6.4%
13.6%
14.9%
8.4%
North Carolina
11.6%
15.6%
12.8%
12.0%
Sources: US Census of Population 1960
- 1990; Certified Population Estimates, NC Office of State
Planning,
1998.
In 1990, River Bend contained 963 persons per square mile. This
population density was ranked lowest among the seven selected municipalities in
the region [see Appendix E]. Trent Woods contained 1,314 persons per square
mile in 1990 [see Appendix E]. This was the second to the lowest density per
square mile of the seven selected municipalities with only River Bend having a
lower density.
While seasonal and recreational population is an important part in the
overall population of Craven County, it does not have a significant impact on the
total population of New Bern, River Bend and Trent Woods. According to the
1990 US Census, New Bern had 36 vacant seasonal and migratory housing units;
River Bend, 13, and Trent Woods, 2. By comparison, Craven County had 337
such units in 1990. Based upon a January 1996 windshield survey of the city
and towns and their planning regions, seasonal housing was determined to be an
insignificant portion of the total housing stock, and thus the population as well.
Non -permanent population is perhaps more a factor in the region in the
form of motel population as opposed to seasonal housing population. Based on a
total of 829 motel/hotel and bed and breakfast rooms in New Bern, the motel
population is estimated to be approximately 497 people (60% of capacity).
There are no hotels/motels located in either River Bend or Trent Woods (Craven
County Lodging Summary, Craven County Convention Center and Visitors
Bureau, September, 1997). Such overnight recreational population fluctuates
with the tourist season but does have some influence on the overall population
impacts on public facility needs and public services.
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' 2.113 Age Composition and Distribution. The age composition of New
Bern's population in 1990 varied from that of Craven County and the state [see
Appendix F]. New Bern had a higher proportion of retirement -aged persons (65
years and older) and a lower proportion of college -aged persons (18-24 years)
and working -aged persons (25-64 years) than both Craven County and the state.
1 The Town of River Bend's population in 1990 varied from that of New
Bern, Trent Woods, Craven County and the state [see Appendix F]. River
Bend's 1990 population had an unusually small proportion of school -age and
college -age persons and a very high proportion (more than double the county
1 and state rate) of retirement -age persons.
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The Town of Trent Woods' 1990 population composition was similar to
that of River Bend [see Appendix F]. Trent Woods had a relatively small
proportion of school -age children compared to the county and the state and a
very small proportion of college -age persons compared to New Bern, River
Bend, the county and state. In contrast, Trent Woods had a higher proportion of
working -age persons and a relatively high proportion of retirement -age persons
compared to the county and state.
Long-term demographic projections by the North Carolina Office of
State Planning indicate that Craven County's share of the population under the
age of 18 years and college -age will decrease slightly, the working -age
population will increase slightly, and the elderly population will experience the
largest growth rate [see Appendix F]. The anticipated aging of the population
will have long-term implications for health care services as well as for the
housing industry. A greater demand for medical care, in -home services,
institutional care, and housing tailored for the elderly can be expected in future
years.
The populations of New Bern, River Bend, and Trent Woods, reflective
of the current national trend, is aging. The median age in New Bern in 1990 was
33.5 years compared to a median age of 30.6 years in 1980 and 29.4 years in
1970. The median age in 1990 was only moderately above the county, state and
national median ages [see Appendix G]. The 1990 median ages of River Bend
and Trent Woods, however, were considerably higher than the county, state and
national medians. The 1990 median age for River Bend was 53.3 years and that
of Trent Woods was 38.2 in 1980 and 43.3 in 1990. The higher median age is
attributable to a variety of factors including the natural aging of the population
and a predominance of retirement -aged persons.
2.114 Racial Composition. The greatest dichotomy in demographic data
among the three municipalities occurs in racial composition [see Appendix H].
Racial composition data for New Bern in the 1990 census indicated that the city
was 55.7 percent white, 43.2 percent black, and 1.1 percent all other races. The
city's minority population proportion (44.3%) is considerably higher than that of
Craven County (28.3%) and the state as a whole (24.5%). Long-term
projections forecast a slowly declining minority population for Craven County
through the year 2010 [see Appendix H].
The racial composition of the populations of River Bend and Trent
Woods is highly skewed from the county and state averages. In 1990, the Town
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' of River Bend's racial composition was 94.7 percent white, 4.5 percent black
and 0.8 percent all other races. For the Town of Trent Woods, the racial
composition in 1990 was 99.6 percent white, 0.0 percent black and only 0.4
percent all other races.
When considered as a whole, racial composition data for the New Bern
Region is more similar to that countywide and statewide. Overall, however, the
New Bern Region population is more racially diverse than the county or the
statewide populations.
' 2.115 Housing Characteristics. The three municipalities also differ
considerably as to housing characteristics. In 1990, the City of New Bern had
90.5 percent of total housing units occupied. Over 50 percent of all occupied
units were owner -occupied and 49.2 percent were renter -occupied [see Appendix
I]. The median value of owner -occupied units was $55,600 - below the county
($65,900) and state ($65,800) medians.
The Town of River Bend had 87.2 percent of total housing units
occupied in 1990. Seventy eight percent of these were owner -occupied and 22.0
percent renter -occupied. The median owner -occupied unit value was $108,100.
For the Town of Trent Woods, the data was even more highly skewed from the
county and state percentages. In 1990, Trent Woods had 97.7 percent of total
I units occupied. Over 94 percent were owner -occupied and only 5.8 percent
renter -occupied. The median home value for owner -occupied units was
$114,900 - 74% higher than the county and state medians [see Appendix I].
iAll three municipalities had a small percentage of units ranked as
overcrowded based on the characteristic of 1.01 or more persons per room. New
Bern's proportion of overcrowded housing was similar to that of Craven County
and the state. Both River Bend's and Trent Woods' averages were much lower
than the county and state averages.
1 When the housing data for the three municipalities is combined into
regional data, the New Bern Region's occupancy rate of 90.8 percent is
comparable to that of Craven County (91.5 percent) and the median value of
owner -occupied housing ($92,867) exceeds that of the county ($65,900) and the
state ($65,800).
' 2.116 Household Population. The household population (persons per
occupied dwelling) for the City of New Bern increased from 1970 to 1980,
contrary to county and state trends, but decreased slightly from 1980 to 1990.
There were no statistics for River Bend or Trent Woods for 1980, but in 1990 the
household population size for River Bend was 2.17, considerably below the
county and state average household sizes of 2.64 and 2.54 persons. In 1990,
Trent Woods had an average household population size of 2.63, similar to the
' county and state averages.
Household projections for Craven County, the state and the nation,
indicate that persons per household in Craven County will follow the national
trend towards smaller households at least until the year 2010 [see Appendix I].
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The average household population is projected to decline even further as
the overall family size decreases and the number of single -person households
increases. Single -person households in New Bern in 1990 comprised about 33
percent of the city's total households. County and statewide averages were much
lower, 21% and 24%, respectively. Single -person households in River Bend
(19%) and Trent Woods (12%) were below the county and state averages.
' Region -wide, approximately 45 percent of the single -person households are
occupied by the elderly. The continued trend of fewer persons per household
will have an impact on the future types and sizes of dwelling units.
I2.120 Economy. The economies of New Bern, River Bend, Trent Woods and Craven
County are based largely on services; wholesale/retail trade; manufacturing; finance/
insurance/real estate; and public administration employment sectors. New Bern is the
county seat and the largest municipality in Craven County. The New Bern area is the
retail and commercial services center for Craven County. New Bern's economy is
greatly influenced by Cherry Point Marine Air Base at Havelock. The county also draws
activity from the surrounding rural areas of Pamlico and Jones Counties. The economic
indicators reviewed in this section include employment, retail sales, service industries,
tourism, income and commuting patterns.
2.121 Employment. Overall, employment in the New Bern region is
concentrated in two sectors - services and wholesale/retail trade. The
manufacturing and public administration sectors are, however, more significant
areas of employment in New Bern than in either River Bend or Trent Woods.
In 1990, the wholesale/retail trade and services sectors accounted for
almost 60 percent of New Bern's total employment [see Appendix J]. Other
large employers were the manufacturing and public administration sectors.
Smaller numbers were employed by the transportation/ communication/utilities;
construction/finance; and the insurance/real estate sectors. Only 100 persons
were employed in the agriculture/forestry/fisheries sector and none were
employed in the mining sector.
In the Town of River Bend in 1990, over 75 percent of the workforce
were employed in four industry groups - 35.5 percent in services, 19.9 percent in
wholesale/retail trade, 12.5 percent in manufacturing, and 10.7 percent in
finance/insurance/real estate [see Appendix J]. Approximately equal
percentages were employed by construction (7.3%), transportation/
communication/public utilities (6.7%), and public administration (6.7%). Only
0.7 percent were employed in agriculture and none were employed in mining.
' In 1990, the Town of Trent Woods had 63 percent of the workforce
employed in just two industry sectors - services (42.3%) and wholesale/retail
trade (20.7%). Eleven percent were employed by manufacturing, 9.5 percent in
finance/insurance/real estate. Approximately 5% were employed in each of the
' categories of public administration, construction and transportation/
communication/public utilities. Only 0.6 percent were employed in agriculture
and 0.3 percent in mining activities [see Appendix J].
The largest employment sectors in Craven County in 1990 were
government (19.88%), wholesale/retail trade (8.47%) and services (7.86%).
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When compared to the state, the proportion of workers in the government and
construction sectors is higher but lower in all other sectors.
Governmental employment in Craven County includes municipal,
county, state and federal employees. State employment consists largely of the
county school system and Craven Community College in New Bern. Federal
' employment is concentrated at the Cherry Point Marine Air Base. Major
manufacturing employers in the New Bern Region are delineated in Appendix K.
Employment patterns in the three municipalities are similar but differ
considerably from Craven County as a whole. Even though the government
sector is a significant employer for the county, this sector employs a much
smaller percentage at the municipality level. Additionally, services,
wholesale/retail trade and manufacturing are significant employers in the
municipalities but are minor employment sectors on a county -wide scale.
According to data from the 1990 census, only 12.1 percent of all
employed residents commuted out of Craven County to their workplace. The
majority of out -commuters traveled to Pamlico County (28.3%), Carteret County
1 (22.7 percent), and Onslow County (20.7 percent). Almost 23% of employed
persons were in -commuters. The great majority of in -commuters (62.8%) came
from Carteret County with an additional 16.5 percent coming from Jones
County. Craven County had more workers coming into the county (6,745) than
it had leaving the county (5,589). More detailed information concerning
commuting patterns can be found in Appendix L.
Projections made by the North Carolina Office of State Planning
indicate that North Carolina's employment growth is expected to continue to be
consistently higher than the national average through the year 2000. The largest
employment gains are anticipated in the non -manufacturing sector, particularly
the services and trade sectors. The local and state government sector is also
expected to grow significantly as decentralization of the federal government
increases. Specific employment projections for Craven County by Woods and
Poole Economics [see Appendix M] indicate increases in all employment sectors
from 1990 and 2010 except for the agriculture and mining categories.
Government is projected to continue as the largest single employment sector,
followed by the wholesale/retail trade and services sectors.
' 2.122 Income Characteristics. In 1990, the per capita income in New Bern
was $10,893, for River Bend, $18,089, and for Trent Woods, $25,819 compared
to $14,218 for all of Craven County and $16,275 statewide. Although projected
data are not available for the three municipalities, projections made for Craven
County provide a good indication of future incomes that can be expected in the
area. Appendix N delineates per capita projections for Craven County and North
Carolina through 2010. These projections indicate that while the per capita
income in Craven County will increase in the future years, it will continue to
remain below that of the state as a whole. Mean household income data are also
provided in Appendix N.
' 2.123 Trade and Services. According to the 1992 Census of Retail Trade,
retail sales in New Bern totaled $4,046,960 or 68.6 percent of Craven County's
' entire retail sales receipts. As shown in Appendix O, New Bern accounted for
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60.1 percent of all retail establishments in the county and 66 percent of all
persons employed in the retail sector. New Bern's position as the largest retail
center in Craven County is evidenced by it's dominance in several retail
' categories, particularly apparel and accessories (85.4%), drug stores (71.4%),
general merchandise (68.8%), building materials and hardware (66.7%),
miscellaneous retail (63.3%), furniture and home furnishings (60.8%), and
eating and drinking places (60.2%). New Bern also dominated food stores
(49.2%), gasoline service stations (47.5%) and automotive dealers (44.2%).
River Bend contains only a few commercial establishments and Trent Woods,
' none.
Retail sales projections by Woods and Poole Economics for Craven
County indicate that the county will experience an 11 percent growth in total
retail sales from 1990 to 2000 and a 12.3% growth from 2000 to 2010. Retail
sectors projected to show proportional increases in total sales include general
merchandise, automotive dealers, and furniture/home furnishings, and eating and
drinking places. Smaller growth proportions are predicted for gasoline service
stations, apparel/accessories, drug stores, and miscellaneous retail stores. A
decrease in total sales are predicted in the categories of building
materials/hardware and food stores. These projections are consistent with long-
term forecasts by the North Carolina Office of State Planning which predict
somewhat slower economic growth through the end of this century.
tNew Bern's dominance as the major services center in Craven County is
also confirmed by data presented in Appendix P. In 1992, New Bern accounted
for 71.1 percent of all services establishments in Craven County, 80.6 percent of
all service industry receipts, and 67.7 percent of all paid service industry
employees. The service industry sectors particularly strong in New Bern include
health services (88.7%), legal services (85.7%), hotels/lodging places (78.6%),
and engineering/accounting/research (70.8%). New Bern also dominated the
market in the number of establishments offering amusement/recreational
(65.7%), personal services (65.5%), business services (61.1%), automotive
' repair (57.4%), social services (57.1%), and miscellaneous repair (54.4).
2.124 Tourism. Travel and tourism contribute substantially to the economy of
New Bern and Craven County. Table 2 shows a comparison of travel -related
employment, expenditures, payroll and local tax receipts in 1995 for Craven
County, selected coastal counties, and the state:
tTable 3 shows a comparison of travel expenditures for Craven County,
selected coastal counties, and the state for 1994, 1995, and 1996. In 1996,
Craven County ranked 32nd in the state in travel -related expenditures. The
economic impact of travel and tourism in Craven County increased 12.3 percent
from 1994 to 1996; the statewide increase during the same period was 15.6
percent. The greatest effect of travel spending throughout North Carolina is felt
in the food service, lodging, public transportation, and automobile transportation
sectors of the economy. A large hotel/convention center and five commercial
and two residential marinas all located in New Bern generate significant travel -
related expenditures in the region.
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TRAVEL -RELATED EMPLOYMENT, EXPENDITURES, & TAX RECEIPTS
Selected Coastal Counties
1995 Revised
Expenditures Payroll LocalTax Receipts
Employment ($ Millions) ($ Millions) ($ Millions)
Beaufort
410
38.27
5.55
1.87
Brunswick
3,270
176.65
36.28
9.97
Carteret
3,450
187.56
38.02
9.58
Craven
950
60.18
14.33
1.20
Dare
7,790
350.20
80.43
15.21
New Hanover
4,410
221.16
56.49
7.57
Onslow
1,380
87.5
20.45
2.60
Pamlico
80
10.19
1.30
0.87
North Carolina
167,000
9,834.2
2,718.2
244.61
Source: Economic Impact of Travel and Tourism on North Carolina, US Travel Data Center, 1997.
TABLE 3
TRAVEL -RELATED EXPENDITURES
Selected Coastal Counties
1994 -1996
1994 1995
1996
Percent Change
($ Millions) ($ Millions)
($ Millions)
1994-1996
Beaufort
36.0 38.3
40.1
14.6%
Brunswick
163.0 176.7
188.8
15.9%
Carteret
174.4 187.6
194.7
11.6%
Craven
56.1 59.6
63.0
12.3%
Dare
313.4 350.2
367.5
17.3%
New Hanover
202.8 220.5
236.1
15.9%
Onslow
82.3 86.1
89.1
8.3%
Pamlico
9.1 10.2
10.7
17.6
North Carolina
8,504.3 9,233.6
9,834.2
15.6%
Source: Economic Impact of Travel and Tourism on North Carolina, US Travel Data Center, 1997.
The secondary effects of travel and tourism also has a major impact on
the local economy of New Bern and Craven County. Each travel -related dollar
enters the economy and creates secondary economic impacts. Travel -related
expenditures become wages and salaries, capital to purchase other goods and
services, sales tax, and income tax. The additional travel -related spending
results in the creation of other jobs in the community.
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2.130 Existing Land Use. The predominant land use in the planning study area is
residential. As indicated in Table 4, residential uses account for 64 percent of the
developed acreage. Industrial uses represent the next largest land use category by
' accounting for approximately 13 percent of total developed acreage. A considerable
amount of vacant land remains throughout the planning region, estimated at
approximately 41 percent of the total acreage within the three municipalities' planning
jurisdictions. Figure 2 delineates the existing land use patterns of New Bern, River
Bend, and Trent Woods.
The New Bern Region is located within five 14-digit watersheds (Bachelor
Creek, #03020204020010, Island Creek, #03020204010100, Bachelor Creek,
#03020202100020, Bachelor Creek, #03020202100010, and Brice Creek,
#03020204020040) as delineated by the US Natural Resource Conservation Service.
These five watersheds are located within subbasins 03-04-08, 03-04-10, and 03-04-11 of
the Neuse River Basin. The boundaries and 14-digit codes of these watersheds are
delineated on Figure 1.
New Bern area.
Three Bachelor Creek watersheds are within the planning
Watershed #03020202100020 contains the northwest portion of New Bern. Land in this
area is a mixture of undeveloped acreage and industrial uses. The Martin Marrietta site,
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located along the railroad corridor, comprises the majority of industrial use in this area.
Most of the undeveloped land is currently used for agricultural or forestry purposes.
Only a very small portion of land located in the western part of New Bern's planning
area falls within watershed #03020202100010. Approximately 50 lots are used as
single-family residential. The remainder of the land that is both within this watershed
and within New Bern's planning jurisdiction is undeveloped and primarily used for
agricultural or forestry purposes. The final watershed of Bachelor Creek,
#03020204020010, contains the largest and most intensely developed portion of New
Bern. Land in this watershed is a typical mixture of urban land uses; residential,
commercial, recreational, institutional, and industrial uses.
The Island Creek watershed encompasses the extreme southwestern portion of
New Bern, the western tip of Trent Woods, and the Town of River Bend. The
predominant land use in this area is residential. There are a few commercial and
institutional land uses scattered along US Highway 17 and Shoreline Drive.
The Brice Creek watershed encompasses the Taberna area which is a satellite
annexation of the City of New Bern. Land use in this area is a mixture of single-family
residential and undeveloped land.
2.131 Residential Land Use. Although residential development is located
throughout the City, the most identifiable concentrated area of residential
development in New Bern is an area located between US Highway 70 and the
railroad. Other major residential areas are also located south of US Highway 70
and in the Town of Trent Woods.
The Town of River Bend is centered around the River Bend Golf and
Country Club. Thus, the town is primarily a residential community. Figure 2
illustrates the abundance of residential parcels within the town's corporate
limits.
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LAND USE BY TYPE AND ACREAGE
NEW BERN REGION
1998
Percent of
Percent of
Land Use
Acres Developed Acreage
Total Acreage
Residential
7,579 64%
38%
Commercial
1,401 12%
7%
Public/Institutional
758 6%
4%
Recreational
638 5%
3%
Industrial
1,479 13%
7%
Undeveloped/Agriculturall
8,045 0%
41 %
Totals
11,855 100.0%
100.0%
t Includes developable land as well as land subject to flood hazard, wetlands, etc.
Source: Estimated from existing
land use maps prepared by The Wooten Company.
The Town of Trent Woods is also a residential community. The town is
almost fully developed. Of the more than 2,000 parcels within the town's
corporate limits, only 35 are used for purposes other than residential uses.
2.132 Commercial Land Use. Commercial land uses comprise roughly 12
percent of the total developed acreage in the planning study area. However, the
majority of this type of development is located in the City of New Bern. Major
areas of commercial development are located along US Highway 17 (Clarendon
Boulevard), Old US Highway 70 (Neuse Boulevard), and in the central business
district of New Bern. River Bend and Trent Woods currently has very little land
which is developed for commercial purposes. The Town of Trent Woods
recently adopted zoning ordinance amendments which eliminated commercial
zoning districts.
2.133 Public/Institutional/Recreational Land Use. As shown in Table 4,
institutional and recreational land uses account for approximately 11 percent of
the total developed acreage. Many parcels used for institutional or recreational
purposes are scattered throughout the area. These include parks, golf courses,
schools, libraries, churches, cemeteries, and other public buildings. The area's
schools, churches and parks make up the majority of acreage in this category. A
concentration of smaller -sized parcels of public/institutional/recreational use is
located in the central business district in New Bern, along US Highway 17
(Meuse Boulevard).
2.134 Industrial Land Use. Although industrial land uses comprise 13
percent of the total developed acreage in the planning study area, there are no
industrial land uses in River Bend or Trent Woods. The two largest sites of
industrial development in New Bern are owned and operated by the Martin
Marietta Corporation. These sites are located in the north and northwestern parts
of the city adjacent to the railroad. A concentration of smaller parcels used for
industrial purposes is also located along the Neuse River. The Town of Trent
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Woods recently adopted zoning. ordinance amendments which eliminated
industrial zoning districts.
2.135 Vacant Land. Vacant, developable land is located throughout the
region. However, since Trent Woods is largely built -out, most of this land is
located within the planning jurisdiction of New Bern and River Bend. As
previously stated, these lands account for approximately 41 percent of the total
acreage within the New Bern Region. Much of the vacant land is currently used
for agricultural or forestry purposes. The largest vacant tracts are located in the
western portion of New Bern's ETJ and in the northwest quadrant of River
Bend.
2.140 Current Plans, Policies, and Regulations Affecting Land Use. New Bern,
River Bend, and Trent Woods have prepared various plans and have developed policies
and regulations that have significant implications for land use planning. The following
sections provide a brief description of these plans, policies, and regulations.
2.141 The City of New Bern
' ■ CAMA Land Use Plan Update, 1992, 1981, 1987, 1976. As set forth
by the State, CAMA Land Use Plans must be updated every five
years. These land use plan updates are the results of this ongoing
process.
■ Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan, 1993. This plan recommends the
location of roads and bridges for the New Bern area in an effort to
' improve traffic circulation and access.
■ New Bern Urban Design Plan, 1990. This plan examined existing
conditions and provided a framework for urban design and
' development. Recommendations and implementation strategies
were also included in the plan.
■ Land Use Ordinance, 1992. This document established regulations
' and procedures for permit approval, zoning, subdivision approval,
recreational and open space facilities, utilities, floodways, signage,
parking, landscaping, the historic district, the waterfront, and
recreational hunting.
■ Waterfront Conservation and Development Plan, 1988. This plan
outlines the existing conditions and needs for waterfront
redevelopment. The plan included general site designs and
recommendations.
' ■ Historic District Guidelines, 1995. This document provides
comprehensive guidelines and review procedures for proposed
exterior structural changes as well as general design standards for a
variety of activities that affect historic resources and the historic
district as a whole.
■ Annexation Feasibility Study, 1978. This plan included an analysis
' of past and potential growth patterns, the reasoning behind
annexation, the methodology for completing the annexation process,
and a cost/revenue summary.
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■ Public Transportation Feasibility Study: City of New Bern and
Surrounding Areas, 1992. This document studied possible
alternative modes of public transportation for New Bern and the
surrounding area.
■ Railroad Induced Vibrations, 1983. This study assessed the long-
term damage to structures as a result of vibrations caused by trains
following the route along Hancock Street.
■ Parks and Recreation Master Plan, 1996. This plan defines the
present and future role of the City of New Bern Parks and
Recreation Department, recommends policy guidelines and
standards of service, inventories and analyzes existing recreational
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areas and facilities, and provides a recommended plan of action for
meeting the city's recreational needs.
2.142 The Town of River Bend
■ CAMA Land Use Plan, 1994. This document is the current land use
plan prepared under CAMA regulations for River Bend.
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Zoning Ordinance, 1981. This document was the original zoning
ordinance adopted by the Town of River Bend. The plan established
four residential districts, two business districts, an institutional
district, and a wildlife preserve district. This document has been and
will continue to be amended as conditions and/or needs change in
the town.
■ Subdivision Ordinance, 1981. This ordinance regulates the
subdivision of property within the town. This document has been
and will continue to be amended as conditions and/or needs change
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in the town.
■ Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, 1985. This ordinance
provides a means to minimize public and private losses due to flood
'
conditions in the town's flood hazard areas.
■ Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan, 1993. This plan recommends the
location of roads and bridges for the New Bern area in an effort to
improve traffic circulation and access.
2.143 The Town of Trent Woods
■ CAMA Land Use Plan, 1991. This document is the current land use
plan prepared under CAMA regulations for Trent Woods.
■ Zoning Ordinance, 1973. The ordinance establishes eight separate
zoning districts for regulating land uses. The ordinance also
established one overlay district that protects wetlands areas.
■ Zoning Ordinance Update, 1987. Conditions in the town had
changed such that a major revision of the original zoning ordinance
' was needed. This document was the culmination of that effort.
■ Zoning Ordinance and Map Update, 1998. Amendments to the
zoning ordinance included providing the town with greater control
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' over special developments, eliminating commercial and industrial
zoning classifications, and reclassifying multifamily -zoned property
as single-family.
' Subdivision Ordinance, 1983. This ordinance regulates the
subdivision of property within the town. Major revisions were
adopted in 1989 and in 1998. This document has been and will
continue to be amended as conditions and/or needs change in the
town.
■ Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan, 1993. This plan recommends the
location of roads and bridges for the New Bern area in an effort to
improve traffic circulation and access.
■ Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, 1987. This ordinance
provides a means to minimize public and private losses due to flood
conditions in the town's flood hazard areas.
2.200 Constraints to Land Development
This section of the land use plan update analyzes the general suitability of land within
the planning area. Also included within this section is a discussion of the area's capacity to
' provide basic community services as well as the projected demand on community services.
2.210 Land Suitability. The analysis of land suitability includes a discussion of
physical limitations for development, the location of environmentally fragile areas, and
the location of areas with resource potential. As previously stated, the New Bern Region
is located within five 14-digit hydrological unit watersheds (#03020204020010),
(#03020204020100), (#03020202100020), (#03020202100010), and
' (#03020204020040).
2.211 Physical Limitations for Development
' 2.211.1 Hazard Areas. The primary man-made hazards in the
planning area are the result of the production, use, storage, and transport
' of hazardous materials. The Craven County Multi -Hazards Plan
identifies and locates sources of these hazardous materials.
Additional man-made hazards include the Craven County
Regional Airport. This facility has many flights that arrive and depart
on a daily basis. Airport facilities are identified as hazard areas due to
the general nature of airport operations. Flights into and out of this
facility pose a hazard to the New Bern Region and its' citizens.
' Natural hazard areas include floodable areas. Flood hazard
areas have been delineated by the Federal Emergency Management
Agency and are identified in Flood Insurance Rate Maps. Copies of the
Flood Insurance rate Maps are available for review at each municipal
office building. The maps delineate the 100-year and 500-year flood
boundaries and provide base flood elevation data. The 100-year flood
area is the base flood level for purposes of floodplain management
' measures. The general location of the 100-year and 500-year flood
hazard areas are shown in Figure 3. As Figure 3 illustrates, significant
portions of all three municipalities lie within the 100-year flood hazard
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' area. The primary threat of flooding is due to the damaging effects
associated with hurricane storm surge.
' The predominant types of land uses located within the flood
hazard areas identified in Figure 3, particularly in River Bend and Trent
Woods, are residential and institutional. In New Bern, more
' nonresidential land uses are located within the flood hazard areas,
especially in the downtown/historic district and along the Oaks Road
corridor.
t2.211.2
Soil Limitations. The study area consists of six general soil
map units: (i) Rains-Pantego-Torhunta, (ii) Goldsboro -Lynchburg -
Norfolk, (iii) Lenoir -Craven -Leaf, (iv) Leaf-Bayboro, (v) Tarboro -
Seabrook -Arapahoe, (vi) Masontown-Muckalee-Dorovan. Appendix Q
delineates the soils within these six general map units and shows the
limitations of each soil type for building site development and
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subsurface sewage disposal. The limiting characteristics include
wetness, ponding, flooding, low soil strength, rapid permeability, and
slope. Figure 4 shows the general location of soil types that have overall
severe limitations for both building site development and septic tank
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absorption fields. Soil limitations are considered severe if soil
properties or site features are so unfavorable or difficult to overcome
that special design, significant increases in construction costs, and
'
possibly increased maintenance are required. Special feasibility studies
may be required on properties where soil limitations are classified as
'
severe.
A detailed soils analysis (Soil Survey of Craven County, North
Carolina; US Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service,
'
1989) is available which highlights limitations and hazards inherent in
the various soils. The Soil Conservation Service, located in New Bern,
can provide more detailed information about specific soil types.
'
Because the Craven County Environmental Health Department
determines the suitability of each site on a case -by -case basis, it should
be consulted to obtain a specific site evaluation and permit.
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2.211.3 Availability and Quality of Water Supply. Residents living in
the planning study area receive their potable water from a variety of
sources. Residents living in the City. of New Bern obtain their potable
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water from five wells that are capable of supplying 9.6 million gallons
per day. The City has the capacity to store up to 7 million gallons of
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water in elevated and underground tanks. Typical levels of water
demand fall in the range of 4 to 5 million day.
gallons per
A portion of the area within the Trent Woods corporate limits
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also receives their water from the City of New Bern. However, many
residents currently depend on private wells to supply their potable water.
' The residents of River Bend receive municipal water services
from the town water system. The Town of River Bend currently serves
approximately 900 customers. The system consists of three wells with a
' maximum daily capacity of about 400,000 gallons, and one elevated
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' storage tank with a capacity of 100,000 gallons. The existing water
service area is shown in Figure 8. Residents not currently serviced by
the town's water system draw water from private wells on individual
' lots. Current daily usage is approximately 225,000 to 250,000 gallons
per day.
' To address threatened ground water supplies in the 15-county
central coastal plain of North Carolina (including Craven County), the
Environmental Management Commission has proposed a Central
' Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area. Water withdrawals within the
proposed use area would be regulated by the NC Division of Water
Resources. Activities requiring water use permits would include public
water supply, self -supplied industry, irrigation, drainage, mine pit
discharge, aquaculture, and livestock operations.
2.211.4 Areas with Excessive Slope And High Erosion Potential.
' According to the Craven County Soil Survey, the Suffolk Soil Series is
the only soil type in the County that is characterized by excessive slopes
and thus, high erosion potential. There are no major areas of Suffolk
' Series soils in New Bern, River Bend, or Trent Woods. Any areas that
are located within the study are generally limited to lands adjacent to
major watercourses.
2.211.5 Water Quality Conditions. The New Bern Region is located
within three subbasins (03-04-08, 03-04-10, and 03-04-11) of the Neuse
River Basin as identified in the Neuse River Basinwide Water Quality
tManagement Plan. These subbasins include portions of Craven, Jones
and Pamlico Counties. Most of the waters within these subbasins are
estuarine with the Neuse and Trent Rivers as the major sources of
' freshwater. Major development within the subbasins is located along the
shores of several communities including New Bern, River Bend, and
Trent Woods.
' Water pollution is caused by a number of substances including
sediment, nutrients, bacteria, oxygen -demanding wastes and toxic
' substances such as heavy metals, chlorine and pesticides. Sources of
these pollutants are divided into two general categories: point sources
and nonpoint sources.
' Point sources are basically discharges that enter surface waters
through a pipe, ditch, or other well-defined point of discharge and often
include discharges from wastewater treatment plants or large urban and
' industrial stormwater systems. Major point source dischargers in the
three -municipality region include the wastewater treatment plants of
New Bern and River Bend, and Martin -Marietta Aggregates.
' Nonpoint sources generally include stormwater runoff from
small urban areas (less than 100,000 population), forestry, mining,
' agricultural lands and other. Examples of the types of land use activities
that can serve as sources of nonpoint pollution include land
development, construction, crop production, animal feeding lots, failing
' septic systems, landfills, roads, and parking lots. Fecal coliform bacteria
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' and nutrients are major pollutants associated with nonpoint source
pollution. Unlike point source pollution, nonpoint pollution sources are
diffuse in nature and occur at random intervals depending on rainfall
frequency and intensity.
Within the planning study area, the primary water pollution
' sources of estuarine waters are estimated to be multiple nonpoint sources
including agriculture, forestry, urban runoff, septic tank runoff, and
marinas and point sources like the New Bern and River Bend
Wastewater Treatment Plants. The cumulative affects of pollution
discharge from the various sources negatively impact these waters and
restrict their classification to "fair to good" by the Division of Water
Quality (Neuse River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan, NC
Dept. of Health and Natural Resources, Division of Environmental
Management, Water Quality Section, 1993). All waters within the study
area have been classified as nutrient -sensitive.
' The NC Division of Water Quality's monitoring program
integrates biological, chemical, and physical data assessment to provide
' information for basinwide planning. The seven major monitoring
programs utilized by DWQ include the following:
■ Benthic macroinvertebrate monitoring
■ Fish population and tissue monitoring
■ Lakes assessment
■ Aquatic toxicity monitoring
■ Special studies and chemical/physical water quality
' investigations
■ Sediment oxygen demand monitoring
' ■ Ambient water quality monitoring
Each of these monitoring programs is described in more detail in
tthe Neuse River Basinwide Plan.
Regulations regarding the protection and maintenance of
riparian buffers within the Neuse River Basin were recently adopted by
the NC Environmental Management Commission. The regulations
govern the protection and maintenance of established forest vegetation
on all sides of surface waters (intermittent streams, perennial streams,
lakes, ponds, and estuaries) of the Neuse River Basin. Requirements for
the establishment of new buffers in riparian areas are not included in
these regulations. Certain waterbodies and land uses are exempt from
' the buffer requirements. In addition to riparian buffers, other
management activities for implementing the Neuse River Basin
Nutrient -Sensitive Waters Management Strategy include basin nutrient
' reduction goals, wastewater discharge requirements, basinwide
stormwater requirements, agricultural nitrogen loading reduction,
nutrient management, and nutrient offset payments. Information
' regarding the specific requirements of these implementation strategies
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' can be obtained from the North Carolina Environment Management
Commission.
2.211.6 Water Quality Classes and Standards. All surface waters in
' North Carolina are assigned a primary water classification, and they may
also be assigned one or more supplemental classifications. Figure 5
shows the water quality classifications for waters in the planning area.
' Table 5 summarizes surface water classifications and water quality
standards applicable to the areas in and around New Bern, River Bend,
and Trent Woods:
TABLE 5
WATER CLASSIFICATIONS FOR WATER BODIES
LOCATED IN THE NEW BERN REGION
Stormwater Controls
Erosion &.
Min.
Min.
Min.
Sedimentation
Buffer
Built -Upon
Residential Lot
Best Uses
Control Rules
Requirements
Restrictions
Size
Division oflEfiAronmental Mana'ementr.Prima' Classifications Saltwater:
SB
■ Primary
■ Standard erosion
Low Density
Low Density
Low Density
recreational
protection &
Option
Option
Option
activities such as
sedimentation req'd for
30 ft. from surface
30%
1/3 acre
swimming;
all projects > I acre.
waters.
■ plus SC Best Uses
■ Req'd to manage 10-year
Engineered
Engineered
storm runoff.
Controls
Controls
■ Refer to the NC Division
■ N/A
• N/A
of Land Resources
SC
■ Aquatic life
• Standard erosion
Low Density
Low Density
Low Density
propagation;
protection &
Option
0vtion
Option
■ Recreational
sedimentation req'd for
30 ft. from surface
30%
1/3 acre
fishing, boating, &
all projects > 1 acre.
waters.
water related
■ Req'd to manage 10-year
Engineered
Engineered
activities involving
storm runoff.
Controls
Controls
minimal skin
■ Refer to the NC Division
N/A
■ N/A
contact
of Land Resources
Division of Envfronmental Mana ement; Prima
`-Clas§ifcatioj = Freshwater.
C
Secondary
Standard erosion
Low Density
Low Density
Engineered
recreation; fish &
protection &
Option
Option
Controls
other aquatic life
sedimentation req'd for
30 ft. from surface
30%
Allowed
propagation and
all projects > I acre.
waters.
survival;
agriculture and
other uses, except
for primary
recreation, water
supply or other
food - related uses.
Sources: A Guide to North Carolina's Tidal Saltwater Classifications, Cape Fear Council of Government, 1994.
' Neuse River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan, NCDEHNR, Water Quality Section, 1993.
Note: Stormwater controls are applicable only when a major CAMA permit or a Sedimentation and Erosion Control Permit
is needed and the impacted area is more than one acre in size.
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2.211.7 Water Quality Use -Support Ratings. Another important
method for assessing water quality is to determine whether the quality is
sufficient to support the uses for which the waterbody has been
classified by the state. The word `uses' refers to activities such as
swimming, fishing, aquatic life protection, and water supply. All
surface waters are rated as either `fully supporting' (S), `support -
threatened' (ST), `partially supporting' (PS), or "nonsupporting" (NS).
The terms refer to whether the classified uses of the water are, being
fully supported, partially supported, or are not supported. As an
example, saltwaters classified for commercial shellfish harvesting would
be rated as fully supporting if bacterial levels in the water were low
enough to allow harvesting. However, if fecal coliform bacterial levels
were too high to allow shellfish to be harvested, but not too high to
prevent swimming, then the waters would be rated as partially
supporting since they only support the swimming. If the waters were
impacted to the point that even swimming was disallowed, the waters
would be rated as nonsupporting. The use -supporting ratings for water
bodies in the vicinity of the three municipality planning area are
delineated in Figure 6.
Nutrient -sensitive waters are defined as water bodies which are
subject to excessive growths of microscopic or macroscopic vegetation
requiring limitations on nutrient inputs. High nutrient levels can create a
natural imbalance in the water and result in the stimulation of frequent
algae blooms. These blooms can cause dissolved oxygen levels to
decrease and may result in fish kills. Nonpoint sources are the largest
source of nutrient loadings and, of these type of sources, agricultural
runoff contributes the highest levels of nutrient loadings (Neuse River
Basinwide Water Quality Management, Figure 3.1). Significant levels
of nutrients also come from point sources and atmospheric inputs. Both
the Neuse and Trent Rivers and all of the streams within the New Bern
Region are classified by the NC Division of Water Quality as nutrient -
sensitive due in large part to circulation patterns that cause the trapping
of nutrients in the water bodies.
2.212 Fragile Areas. Fragile areas within the New Bern Region which could
easily be damaged or destroyed by inappropriate or poorly planned development
include the state -designated areas of environmental concern, estuarine system
islands, and freshwater wetlands.
2.212.1 Areas of Environmental Concern. Areas of environmental
concern (AECs) include coastal wetlands, estuarine waters and public
trust areas, and the estuarine shoreline. Coastal wetlands are defined as
any marshes subject to regular or occasional flooding by lunar or wind
tides. Estuarine waters are defined by the Coastal Area Management
Act as all the waters of the Atlantic Ocean within the boundary of North
Carolina and all the water of bays, sounds, rivers, and tributaries thereto
seaward of the dividing line between coastal fishing waters and inland
fishing waters. Public trust areas include waters and submerged lands in
the coastal region where the public has rights of use and/or ownership,
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area of environmental concern is all shorelands within 75 feet landward
of the mean high water level, or normal water level, of the estuarine
waters.
Development within the designated areas of environmental
' concern is limited by CAMA regulations and development guidelines.
Generally, the development standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine
waters, and public trust areas permit only water -dependent uses such as
navigation channels, dredging projects, docks, piers, bulkheads, boat
ramps, groins, and bridges. Priority is, however, given to the
conservation of these AECs. CAMA standards for estuarine shoreline
' development generally require that (i) the development not cause
significant damage to estuarine resources; (ii) the development not
interfere with public rights of access to or use of navigable waters or
public resources; (iii) the development preserve and not weaken natural
barriers to erosion; (iv) impervious surfaces not exceed 30 percent of the
lot area located within the AEC boundary; (v) the development comply
' with state soil erosion, sedimentation, and stormwater. . management
regulations; and (vi) the development comply with the CAMA Land Use
Plans of the City of New Bern, the Town of River Bend, and the Town
of Trent Woods. Specific CAMA development standards for AECs can
' be found in 15 NCAC 7H. Figure 7 shows the general location of the
estuarine shoreline. The general location of coastal and freshwater
wetlands is shown in Figure 7.1 Other AECs are not mapped. The
' precise location of coastal wetlands must be determined by field
investigation.
2.212.2 Other Fragile Areas. This section describes areas of
particular concern not covered under the AEC designation. Estuarine
system islands and freshwater wetlands fall into this category and are
' present in the New Bern Region. The shorelines of estuarine islands are,
however, classified as areas of environmental concern. There are two
estuarine islands in the New Bern Region. Mitchell Island is located in
' the southwestern portion of New Bern's ETJ, at the confluence of
Haywood Creek and the Trent River. The second, Trent River Island, is
located south of River Bend's wastewater treatment plant. Freshwater
1 wetlands include all other wetlands not classified as coastal wetlands.
These freshwater wetlands are not covered by CAMA regulations but are
protected by the Clean Water Act. Consequently, the US Army Corps of
Engineers is responsible for regulating these '404' wetlands.
' Authorization must be obtained from the Corps prior to disturbing any
freshwater wetlands. As with coastal wetlands, the precise location of
freshwater wetlands can only be determined through a field investigation
and analysis. The general location of coastal and freshwater wetlands is
shown in Figure 7.1 However, the US Fish and Wildlife Service has,
through it's National Wetlands Inventory, identified the general location
' of wetlands.
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Division of Coastal Management as part of the Wetlands Conservation
Plan. The wetlands maps are not intended to be utilized for regulatory
purposes. Wetlands, in addition to providing essential habitat for a
diverse species of wildlife and plants, play a critical role in protecting
water quality, preventing floods and erosion, and maintaining fish
populations.
There are also several cultural resource fragile areas in the
planning study area. The North Carolina Department of Cultural
Resources has identified these areas that contain numerous historical
structures in addition to areas that potentially have archaeological
significance. The New Bern Historic District, a 56-block area, contains
a diversity of buildings and landscape elements that chronicle the
development of New Bern. The New Bern Historic Preservation
Commission is responsible for promoting, enhancing, and preserving the
character of the historic district.
Regional Natural Heritage Areas, as identified by the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program of the Division of Parks and
Recreation, are also delineated on Figure 7. These areas have been
identified as some of the most ecologically significant natural areas
remaining in the state due to the presence of important habitat for rare
species or because they contain outstanding examples of the rich natural
diversity of North Carolina. Identification as a Natural Heritage Area
does not imply any public protection nor public access to the site.
Identification as a Natural Heritage Area does make the area eligible for
acquisition and protection by a state agency such as the Department of
Environment and Natural Resources, the Wildlife, Resources
Commission, the Department of Cultural Resources, and the Department
of Agriculture. Funding for such acquisitions is available through the
North Carolina Natural Heritage Trust Fund.
2.213 Areas with Resource Potential. Areas with resource potential within
the planning areas of New Bern, River Bend, and Trent Woods include prime
agricultural lands, the Neuse and Trent Rivers, and privately owned wildlife
sanctuaries located in eastern River Bend.
Productive agricultural lands consist of several relatively small farms
located in the northwestern portion of New Bern and extending beyond the
City's corporate limits. Many of the areas classified as prime farmland (based
' upon soils data) within the New Bern Region contain urban land uses. Both the
Neuse and Trent Rivers support various recreational opportunities such as
boating and fishing. The privately owned preserves are located within the
' designated 100-year flood hazard area and are classified as `Bottomland
Hardwood or Swamp Forest' wetlands.
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i2.220 Carrying Capacity Analysis
2.221 Urban Services
' 2.221.1 Water. The City of New Bern provides water to approximately
11,600 customers. The City obtains it's water from five wells that are
' capable of providing 9.6 million gallons per day (MGD). In 1997, the
peak demand for water was 6.99 MGD. However, typical public water
usage levels are more on the average of between 4 and 5 MGD. The
City currently uses five elevated storage tanks that have a combined
capacity of roughly 2 million gallons. The City also has two
underground water storage facilities that provide an additional five
million gallons of storage capacity. Current facilities comply with North
Carolina standards and are projected to be able to adequately handle any
increase in water demand during the next ten years.
' All residents in Trent Woods have access to New Bern's water
system. However, many residents have chosen to continue to rely on
' private wells on individual lots for their water supply.
The Town of River Bend also provides water services to many
residents within their corporate limits. Currently, about half of the area
within the Town limits, or approximately 900 customers, are serviced by
the Town's water system. Facilities include three wells and one elevated
storage tank. They have a combined storage capacity of 500,000
gallons. Current daily usage ranges from 225,000 to 250,000 gallons.
Residents not currently served by the Town receive their water from
private wells on individual lots. However, the capacity exists to serve
the full development of the area in River Bend.
Figure 8 depictsthe areas that are served by the two municipal
' water system providers.
2.221.2 Sewer. New Bern provides sewer services to approximately
9,600 residents in the area. The City maintains a secondary wastewater
' treatment plant with a capacity of 4.7 MGD. The average annual daily
discharge in 1997 was 3.1 MGD. Current facilities are not expected to
be adequate for the next ten years. However, planned improvements
' such as the construction of an oxidation ditch, which will have a
capacity of 6.5 MGD, and the development of a groundwater recharge
site should work to improve the sewer system's capabilities.
' The Town of River Bend also provides sewer services to
residents in its community. However, much like the Town's water
' system, only about half of the town's residents are on the system.
Current facilities include a wastewater treatment plant with a design
capacity of 330,000 GPD and a reserve capacity of 180,000 GPD.
Current average daily usage levels are approximately 150,000 GPD.
The plant provides
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' secondary treatment. Residents in areas not currently on the municipal
sewer system rely on private septic systems for sewage disposal. Based
on current projections, current sewer system facilities can accommodate
the anticipated development of River Bend.
Most residents within the corporate limits of Trent Woods rely
on septic systems for sewage disposal. There is one package sewer
treatment plant in the Town of Trent Woods.. It is expected, however,
that the existing package treatment plant currently owned and operated
by Trent River Utilities will be bought by the City of New Bern and
incorporated into the City's existing sewer system. This purchase was
expected to be completed by the end of July 1998. The package
treatment plant currently serves 92 customers, but has the ability to
serve an additional 178 residences.
t Figure 9 depicts the areas that are served by the two municipal
sewer system operators.
2.221.3 Solid Waste. Waste produced in Carteret, Craven, or Pamlico
' County is deposited in a regional landfill located in Tuscarora in Craven
County. The Coastal Regional Solid Waste Management Authority
operates and manages this facility. New Bern, River Bend, and Trent
t Woods contract with American Refuse System for the removal and
disposal. of household waste, yard debris, and recycling. Planned
improvements relating to the collection and disposal of solid waste
include the expansion of the regional landfill.
2.221.4 Education. The Craven County School System currently
' operates twenty-two schools in the county. Students from the three
municipalities attend primarily nine. of them. Information regarding the
names and enrollment are listed below.
' Schools Attended by Students in the New Bern Region
School
Enrollment
J. T. Barber Elementary
427
Bangert Elementary
463
Ben D. Quinn Elementary
488
Binson Memorial Elementary
785
Oaks Road Elementary
428
Trent Park Elementary
477
Grover C. Fields Middle
637
H. J. MacDonald Middle
811
New Bern High
_ 1,635
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2.221.5 Library. One public library in the study area is located in the
City of New Bern. It is part of a regional library system that is operated
by Craven County. The library has approximately 25,000 square feet of
shelf space. The library has a staff of 15 full-time, five regional full-
time and twenty part-time employees.
2.221.6 Police. The City of New Bern provides police protection
services to its residents. The police force currently has a staff of 92
people (69 sworn officers and 23 civilian dispatchers). The City also
works in cooperation with the Craven County Sheriff's Department.
The Town of River Bend also provides police protection services to its'
residents. The department currently has a staff of 8 (4 full-time officers,
2 part-time officers, and 2 reserve officers). The Town of Trent Woods
Police Department currently has a staff of 4 full-time officers and 2
reserve officers. Based upon a national average of two officers per
1,000 population, the Town of Trent Woods should have 4 additional
' officers to serve the existing population and 1 additional officer to serve
the anticipated increase in population. New Bern and River Bend appear
to have sufficient police staff for both their existing and projected
' populations. Police protection services outside of the corporate limits of
the three municipalities is provided by the Craven County Sheriff's
Department.
2.221.7 Fire. The City of New Bern is the only municipality in the
study area that has a full-time paid fire department. Currently there are
four fire stations: one main station and three satellite stations. The
department's equipment is considered to be in good working condition.
The Town of River Bend relies on volunteer fire protection services
provided by the Rhems Volunteer Fire Department (RVFD). The town
constitutes over 90 percent of the service area for this fire district. A
new fire station has been constructed and located within the River Bend
corporate limits which will greatly improve the response times and
overall protection from the RVFD. The West of New Bern Volunteer
Fire Department serves the Town of Trent Woods. The closest fire
station is located adjacent to the Town Hall.
2.221.8 Emergency Medical Services. Emergency Medical Services
are provided by a regional emergency medical service. There are
' currently six emergency rescue squad facilities that have paid full-time
emergency rescue workers. These facilities are located throughout the
area. There is also one volunteer emergency medical service that is
' provided through the Craven Regional Medical Center. The Towns of
River Bend and Trent Woods are served solely by the volunteer
emergency medical staff. The City of New Bern is served by all of the
emergency medical rescue services in the area.
' 2.221.9 Recreation. The City of New Bern Parks and Recreation
Department provides recreational services to the city and many of the
j county residents in the vicinity of New Bern. The department maintains
park facilities, which include 65 active and 97 passive recreational acres,
and operates extensive organized recreational and special events
programs. The City's Parks and Recreation Master Plan, prepared in
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February 1996, provides a detailed inventory of existing recreational
facilities as well as recommendations for additional recreational
facilities and improvements. Additional active recreation land
anticipated through 2005 totals approximately 32 acres; an additional 50
acres of passive recreational land is projected for the same time period.
Specific recreational facilities needs identified include youth and
practice fields, tennis courts, swimming facilities, and picnic shelters.
Some of the projected recreational needs outlined in the Master Plan are
expected to be met by recreation providers other than the City of New
1 Bern, such as Craven County, the school system, and private suppliers.
The City currently has plans to construct a new swimming pool on
property adjoining the West New Bern Recreational Center.
The Town of River Bend has several small areas of developed
recreational facilities and open space. The town also has several wildlife
preserves that are located along Plantation Canal and the Trent River.
' Developed park space totals approximately 14 acres and public open
space, 40 acres. However, the town's largest and most visible
recreational facility is the 150-acre River Bend Golf and Country Club.
The Town of Trent Woods contains two public recreational and open
space areas. The Meadows Family Park, located on Country Club Drive,
is a 3-acre facility which contains a playground area and a pond. The lot
located at the corner of Country Club Drive and Chelsea Road adjacent
to the town hall is designated as an open space and recreational area.
The major private recreational facility within Trent Woods is the New
Bern Golf and Country Club.
The Trent River provides outdoor recreational opportunities for both
River Bend and Trent Woods. Based upon national outdoor recreational
space standards of six to ten acres of outdoor recreational space per
1,000 population, an additional 2-13 acres is needed in River Bend and
1 25-42 acres, in Trent Woods.
2.221.10 Public Administration Ability. The City of New Bern
' operates under a council-manager form of government. The city has a
staff of 389 employees that perform general administration, public
protection, public works, public utilities (including electric power
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distribution), recreation, planning, and building inspection services. The
current staffing level is considered sufficient to provide the level of
municipal services to meet current and anticipated demand.
The Town of River Bend operates under a mayor -council form
of government. The town has a current staff of 12 employees that
perform general administration, police protection, water , sewer and
public works services. The current staffing level is considered to be
adequate to provide the level of municipal services to meet current and
anticipated demand. However, the Town is anticipating undertaking a
Comprehensive Plan that will specifically investigate the impact of
future growth and development on municipal services, including Town
personnel.
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The Town of Trent Woods also operates under a mayor -council
form of government. The town has a current staff of 7 full-time and 4
part-time employees that perform general administration, police
protection, and public works services. Four additional part-time
positions are currently being considered. The current staffing level is
considered to be sufficient to provide the level of municipal services to
meet current and anticipated demand.
2.222 Transportation Services. A regional Thoroughfare Plan was
completed by the North Carolina Department of Transportation in 1993 that
included New Bern, River Bend, and Trent Woods. In this plan, several
recommendations were made to improve the transportation system in this area.
Street improvements recommended in the Thoroughfare Plan are outlined in
Appendix X. The major recommendations of the Thoroughfare Plan are
illustrated on Figure 2.
Of these projects, the US 17 Bypass, the Clarendon Boulevard
expansion, the Neuse River Bridge Replacement, and the widening of Neuse
Boulevard are currently included in the 1997 Transportation Improvement
1 Program (TIP). The upgrading of US Highway 17 in New Bern (Trent Road to
US Highway 70 Business), and the Neuse River Bridge Replacement projects
are currently under construction.
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Other modes of transportation including air, bus, and rail are also
available in the area. The Craven County Regional Airport is located nearby and
offers many daily commuter flights . Bus services are provided by Carolina
Trailways and offer many opportunities for both regional and national travel.
The nearest passenger railroad station, located approximately 75 miles away in
the City of Wilson, provides yet another option for regional and national travel.
2.230 Estimated Demand. In order to effectively address land development issues
and to formulate community policies, it is necessary to project population and economic
change. Such projections are the basis for determining community facility and land use
needs. Consequently, the following sections discuss population projections, local
economic forecasts, future land needs, and demands on community facilities and
services.
2.231 ' Population Projections. The population of the area in the New Bern
Region, like that of Craven County, is expected to increase during the ten-year
planning period. However, the rate of growth in each municipality is varied.
Population projections are based upon a growth rate that is comparable to that
projected for Craven County by the NC Office of State Budget and Management.
During the period from 1996 to 2005, all three municipalities in the
planning study area are expected to have growth rates that exceed both Craven
County and the State of North Carolina. Appendix S provides historical and
projected population data through 2010 for Craven County, New Bern, River
Bend, and Trent Woods. Population growth has, in the past, resulted largely
from in -migration.
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Given the population growth projections listed in Appendix S and the
existing land use patterns illustrated in Figure 2, it is apparent that annexation
will be the primary cause of the area's future population increases.
' 2.232 Economic Outlook. No significant economic changes are forecast
during the planning period. The economy of the New Bern Region and Craven
' County is expected to remain based on services and retail trade.
There are few employers in the Towns of River Bend or Trent Woods.
Local government activities and scattered small businesses constitute
employment in these areas. Thus, New Bern is the major employment center in
the region. The city's employment is expected to continue to be centered around
the services and retail trade sectors of the economy. Overall, long-term
employment growth in future years is anticipated to be concentrated in non -
manufacturing sectors of the economy. Tourism is expected to continue to play
a prominent role in the local economy. Consistent with long-term forecasts by
the NC Office of State Budget and Management, the New Bern Region's
economic growth is, however, projected to be somewhat slower through the end
of this century than it was during the 1980s.
2.233 Future Land Needs.
New Bern. Based upon the anticipated population increase of 6,049
persons by 2005 and the average household population size in the 1990
US Census of Population (2.33 persons per household), it is projected
' that an additional 2,596 residential units will be needed through the end
of the 10-year planning period. Assuming the present housing
distribution pattern (see Appendix R) in the city will continue in the
future, approximately 1,498 single-family units, 896 multi -family units,
and 202 manufactured homes would be added to the existing housing
stock. Assuming also that current density levels will not be significantly
changed in the future, new single-family residential uses are projected to
1 account for 207 to 688 acres of land, multi -family residential 48 to 134
acres, and manufactured homes 15 acres. Sufficient vacant land exists
in the study area to accommodate the projected residential growth.
' The demand for additional nonresidential land is also expected
to increase during the planning period. Given the availability of
1 commercially and industrially -zoned vacant land, it is anticipated that
new commercial development can be primarily accommodated in
existing commercial areas on US Highway 70. Redevelopment of
existing underdeveloped commercial property in the downtown area will
also provide land for future commercial uses. Future industrial
development can be readily located in existing industrially -zoned areas.
River Bend. Based upon the anticipated population increase of 436
persons by 2005 and the average household population size in the 1990
US Census of Population (2.17 persons per household), it is projected
that an additional 200 residential units will be needed through the end of
the 10-year planning period. Based upon current zoning patterns and
town policies regarding not encouraging multi -family housing, it is
anticipated that all additions to the housing stock will be single-family
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' residences. New single-family residential uses are projected to account
for 50 to 95 acres of land. Sufficient vacant land exists in the study area
to accommodate the projected residential growth.
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The demand for additional nonresidential land is also expected
to increase during the planning period. Given the availability of
commercially -zoned vacant land, it is anticipated that new commercial
development can be primarily accommodated in areas along on US
Highway 17.
Trent Woods. Based upon the projected population increase of 2,484
persons by 2005 and the average household population size in the 1990
US Census of Population (2.63 persons per household), it is projected
that an additional 944 residential units will be needed through the end of
the 10-year planning period. Assuming the present housing distribution
pattern in the town will continue in the future, approximately 916 single-
family units, 10 multi -family units, and 18 manufactured homes would
be added to the existing housing stock. Assuming also that current
density levels will not be significantly changed in the future, new single-
family residential uses are projected to account for 420 to 610 acres of
land, multi -family residential 2 to 3 acres, and manufactured homes 1 to
2 acres.
However, the Town currently does not have a sufficient amount
of vacant land within its corporate limits to accommodate the projected
residential growth. Currently, only about 56 vacant acres exist within
the existing Trent Woods corporate limits. Consequently, any
significant increase in population will be totally dependent upon whether
or not the Town expands its current corporate area. If the Town elects
not to expand it's corporate area in the future or increase its current
residential densities, the existing vacant acreage will accommodate
approximately 85 to 120 additional dwelling units (assuming that current
low densities do not change significantly). Thus, build -out of the
existing vacant acreage will result in an estimated net gain in population
of 220 to 315 persons. The lower population and housing projections
are considered more realistic given the fact that the Town of Trent
Woods is primarily a low -density single-family residential community
that is not seeking to increase its its corporate boundaries nor increase its
permissible residential densities.
Appendix T summarizes the projected residential land needs for
each community within the New Bern Region.
2.234 Summary of Community Facilities Needs. Based upon population
projections and estimates of land needs, a summary of existing community
facilities is described for each municipality below.
New Bern. Wastewater improvements anticipated during the planning
period include a 6.5 MGD oxidation ditch and groundwater recharge
site. The 1996 Parks and Recreation Master Plan recommended an
additional 32 acres of active and 50 acres of passive recreational land.
Specific recreational facilities needs identified include youth and
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practice fields, tennis courts, swimming facilities, and picnic shelters.
Recommended capital improvements are outlined in detail in the Master
Plan.
River Bend. An additional 2 to 13 acres of outdoor recreational space is
recommended based upon national standards. Other community facility
needs identified in a May 1997 citizens survey conducted by the Town
of River Bend include enlarging the town hall, extending bike and
walking paths, and construction of a town maintenance building.
Trent Woods. An estimated 25 to 42 acres of outdoor recreational
space is recommended based upon national standards. No other major
community facility improvements are anticipated in the Town of Trent
Woods during the ten-year planning period. Although many residents
presently do not use the existing municipal water service, it is currently
available to residents in the town should their private well fail. Based
upon national law enforcement standards of two officers per 1,000
population, the town needs 4 additional officers to serve the existing
population and 1 additional officer to serve the anticipated increase in
population.
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' 3.000 POLICY STATEMENTS AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
The primary purpose of the land use plan update is to develop policy statements on those land
use issues which will affect the New Bern Region communities during the ten-year planning period.
Previous sections of this update have addressed (i) existing conditions such as population, the local
' economy, natural features, and current land use; (ii) constraints to land development; and (iii) the
projected demand on services. This section of the update provides policies and implementation
strategies designed to address land development growth management issues.
' The policy statements are particularly important not only for use by the communities but by
other governmental agencies as well. Specifically, policy statements have implications for: (i) local land
planning in New Bern, River Bend and Trent Woods, (ii) CAMA development permits, and (iii) the
review of projects utilizing state or federal funds as well as state and federal projects that may not be
located with the municipalities but which may have a direct impact on the communities. Policies must
be developed which are, at a minimum, equal to and consistent with CAMA's guidelines and use
standards for Areas of Environmental Concern. The communities may, however, develop policies which
exceed the minimum standards established by CAMA for Areas of Environmental Concern.
Policy statements are useful to the communities in establishing guidelines for day-to-day
planning endeavors such as rezoning requests, site plan review, subdivision plat review, zoning text
amendments, and requests for variances. Therefore, policy statements can serve as the basis for
decision -making by the elected officials, planning and zoning administrators, Planning Board, Board of
' Adjustment, and other municipal advisory committees. Policy statements will also be utilized by CAMA
to review requests for development permits in areas of environmental concern. Consequently, land
development projects that are not consistent with the communities' policy statements will not be
' approved by CAMA. Similarly, projects which propose to utilize state or federal funds will be reviewed
for consistency with the policy statements.
This section provides (i) a delineation of general vision statements, (ii) an analysis of previous
policy statements outlined in the communities' previous Land Use Plans, and (iii) policy statements and
implementation methods concerning resource protection, resource production and management,
economic and community development, public participation, and storm hazard mitigation, post -disaster
recovery, and evacuation. The policy statements have been developed based upon the previous analysis
of existing conditions, land use trends, and constraints to land development. Citizen input through public
' meetings and the Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee were also instrumental in formulating the
policy statements. Various alternatives were considered by the town. Alternative policies which were
discussed but not adopted are summarized in Appendix U. Many of the policy adopted statements have
not changed since the preparation of the previous Land Use Plans. Alternative policies were not
considered for policy statements that were not changed from the previous Land Use Plans.
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3.100 General Vision Statements
A general vision statement describing the type of community that each of the
participating communities would like to become in the next ten years is provided in this section.
New Bern is a regional center that offers commercial, industrial, and
governmental employment opportunities; professional and business services; historic,
cultural, and water -oriented recreational attractions; and a variety of living areas. The
city provides a wide array of municipal urban services and public and private community
facilities. It is the city's desire to maintain the character and cultural heritage of the
community as well as the excellent quality of life. Residents and officials of New Bern
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favor growth and development that is environmentally responsible, appropriately
designed and located, and preserves the unique character of the city. Future growth and
development is anticipated to involve a mix of residential, business, industrial, and
public and institutional land uses. New residential development is expected to include
various options for densities and building styles. Improvements to municipal services
and facilities are anticipated to meet current and projected demand for urban services.
The provision of such services shall be based upon its compatibility with the city's
development plans, the city's financial capacity, and the economic feasibility of
providing the municipal service.
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River Bend is primarily a low -density single-family residential community that
offers a variety of municipal urban services and public and private community facilities.
It is the Town's desire to maintain the low -density residential character of the
community as well as the high quality of life. Residents and officials of River Bend
favor moderate growth and development that is environmentally responsible and that is
in keeping with the current character of the town. The majority of future growth and
development is anticipated to be residential in nature. Residential densities are expected
to range from one to three :dwelling units per acre. Improvements to municipal services
and facilities are anticipated to meet current and projected demand for urban services.
The provision of such services shall be based upon the town's financial capacity and the
economic feasibility of providing the municipal service.
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Trent Woods is primarily a low -density single-family residential community that
offers some municipal urban services and public and private community facilities. It is
the Town's desire to maintain the low -density residential character of the community as
well as the high quality of life. Residents and officials of Trent Woods favor growth and
development that is environmentally responsible and that is in keeping with the current
character of the town. The majority of future growth and development is anticipated to
be residential in nature. Residential densities are expected to range from one to three
dwelling units per acre. Improvements to municipal services and facilities are
anticipated to meet current and projected demand for urban services. The provision of
such services shall be based upon the town's financial capacity and the economic
feasibility of providing the municipal service.
3.200 Analysis and Effectiveness of Policy Statements in Previous Land Use Plans
The following sections contain a summary evaluation of the major policies and issues
delineated in each of the participating community's previous CAMA Land Use Plan. An
analysis of the effectiveness of each community's former policies is also provided.
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3p 210 'New Bern
New Bern's 1992 Land Use Plan Update policy statements have been reviewed.
This section provides a summary evaluation of the major policies and issues delineated
tin the 1992 Plan.
3.211 New Bern's Former Resource Protection Policies. Specific resource
protection policies in the 1992 New Bern Plan addressed a variety of issues. The
major issues are outlined below along with specific policy statements.
Hazardous and Fragile Land Areas. Continue to support and amend
existing land use ordinance regulations which appropriately regulate and control
land development in areas with identified physical constraints. As indicated in
' the adopted land use ordinance, all commercial, industrial, institutional and
residential subdivision development should be sensitive to the character of
prevailing soils types, flood prone areas and physiographic conditions which
impact septic tank use, private wells, and construction feasibility. Continue to
support and update existing and study new alternative local growth management
techniques such as zoning which would provide for the recognition and control
of land use types, densities and development criteria within areas having defined
development constraints. Encourage land use proposals which will have no
negative impact on historic, cultural, and/or archaeological resources in the city
and/or its extraterritorial jurisdiction. The city shall require all development
' applications to include a detailed environmental impact statement and 404
wetland survey. Promote citizens' awareness programs and public educational
opportunities for city historic and natural resources, including the conservation,
Ipreservation and maintenance thereof.
Areas of Environmental Concern. Support and complement Coastal
Resource Commission efforts to protect, preserve and manage Areas of
Environmental Concern (AECs). Support development in AEC's only if such
development meets the management objectives in 15 NCAC 7H.0203 and the
' use standards in .0208 and .0209, as well as all terms of the New Bern Land Use
Ordinance.
Potable Water Supply Protection. The city should make every effort to
' ensure that the protection of existing and future potable water supplies and
resources will be consistent with all State and Federal policies and guidelines.
Support and promote land use requirements near groundwater sources as
regulated by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management via
NCAC Subchapter 2L and Subchapter 2C.32. Support State efforts to remove
leaking underground storage tanks and to restore adversely affected water
supplies. Support State regulations for the control of siting, construction and
maintenance of underground storage tanks. Continue to support and update
existing land use regulations which address the control of underground storage
' tanks. Support state and federal programs that regulate underground storage of
hazardous materials.
Use of Package Treatment Plants. The city may permit the use of
private package sewage treatment plants if the associate development meets the
city's criteria for such facilities. Private developers considering the use of
private sewage treatment facilities, must provide adequate financial
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applicable state and local health requirements will be satisfied.
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stormwater management and runoff related to private and public land uses. The
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Marinas and Da stack Boat Storage Facilities. The city will examine
the potential for the future construction of marinas in the city and extraterritorial
jurisdiction. Marina use, size and compatibility will be dictated by the New
Bern Table of Permissible Uses (Art. 10 of Land Use Ordinance). The city may
encourage the development of marinas and drystack storage facilities at
appropriate locations provided that such development is consistent with other
policies and/or ordinances including. but not limited to, the Table of Permissible
Uses (Article 10 - Land Use Ordinance). The city encourages the continued
study of marina development guidelines. Upland excavation for marina basins
shall be consistent with all state and federal guidelines.
Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas. City policies related to industrial
development impacts on fragile areas should be consistent with other Resource
Protection policies as well as general policies addressing Resource Development
and Economic and Community Development.
Bulkhead Installation. When necessary, bulkhead installation should be
conducted employing appropriate construction and resource protection
techniques. Where installation is required, development plans should consider
every feasible alternative to minimize the damage to existing marshes.
3.212 New Bern's Former Resource Production and Management Policies.
Specific resource production and management policies in the 1992 New Bem
Plan addressed a variety of issues. The major issues are outlined below along
with specific policy statements.
Productive Agricultural Lands. Support State and Federal agricultural
programs. where applicable, which assist farming and aid in identifying prime
agricultural lands in and around New Bern. Support state and federal
' agricultural programs, where applicable, which assist farming and aid in
identifying prime agricultural lands in and around New Bern. Continue to
support and amend alternative land use guidelines, such as the Land Use
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optimally achieved without adversely impacting adjacent agricultural lands.
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Existinz and Potential Mineral Production Areas. Limestone is
currently the primary mineral resource in the New Bern planning area. In the
event of a quarry shut -down, the city should will pursue steps targeted at the
appropriate reclamation of the mine.
Commercial and Recreational Fisheries. Policies, strategies and
implementation programs designed to protect and enhance commercial and
recreational fishing activities in the Trent and Neuse Rivers, as well as related
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consider appropriate marina siting criteria which serve to maintain and protect
important nursery areas. The city should actively support state efforts to reduce
nutrient loading in the surrounding surface waters, which include consideration
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Residential. Commercial. and Industrial Impacts on Resources. Support
cluster development as mandated by the Land Use Ordinance when deemed
appropriate. Employ the Land Classification System to encourage and guide the
location of intensive land development activities in areas of the city and the
extraterritorial jurisdiction which are currently served by public utilities (or may
be served in the future). Discourage leap -frog subdivision of active agricultural
lands in remote areas of the city and/or extraterritorial jurisdiction and support
existing cluster development alternatives.
3.213 New Bern's Former Economic and Community Development
Policies. Specific economic and community policies in the 1992 New Bern Plan
addressed a variety of issues. The major issues are outlined below along with
specific policy statements.
TUes and Locations of Industries Desired. The city encourages and
supports all types of economic development land uses which are in accordance
with all applicable ordinances and which can be shown to complement, and not
adversely impact, the existing demographic, economic and environmental base
within New Bern. The city emphasizes the importance of locating new
economic development in and around the existing urban area where public
infrastructure and acceptable transportation systems already exist or where such
infrastructure and systems can be reasonably extended. Continue the use of
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currently served by adequate public facilities and public access.
,,pes of Urban Growth Patterns Desired. Continue to utilize the city's
Urban Design Plan as a guide to appropriate development techniques and
location criteria in the downtown area. Utilize the Urban Design Plan and other
applicable plans and/or ordinances to review the need for and the most
appropriate location of additional public river access sites in the city. Continue
to encourage a variety of choice in existing neighborhoods through a balance of
preservation, rehabilitation and new development. Evaluate and amend current
subdivision regulations as needed to provide incentives for the creation of
pedestrian linkages between residential and non-residential developments such
as walkways and bicycle paths as a means of encouraging alternative modes of
transportation. Continue to support and amend entrance corridor overlay
districts so as to provide for the orderly development and aesthetic enhancement
of the city's entranceways. Evaluate and amend current subdivision regulations
to provide incentives for the creation of pedestrian linkages between residential
and nonresidential developments such as walkways and bicycle paths as a means
of encouraging alternative modes of transportation.
Tvves. Densities. Location, etc._ of Anticipated Residential Development
and Services Necessary to Support Such Services. Continue to study the most
appropriate means by which to link land use density requirements to the city's
Land Classification Map. Continue to utilize zoning practices to establish
appropriate controls for the location, density and standards for land uses.
Redevelopment of Developed Areas. Encourage the location of new
commercial/retail uses in vacant commercial buildings in the Downtown, Five
Points and Railroad Depot areas. Ensure that this development is in accordance
with the Urban Design Plan and the Land Use Plan. Support the Swiss Bear
Downtown Redevelopment Corporation and the New Bern Preservation
Foundation in their revitalization and redevelopment efforts. Encourage new
residential, commercial and recreational development to take the form of infill in
the Downtown, Five Points and Railroad Depot areas as prescribed by the Urban
Design Plan and the Land Use Ordinance. Continue to ensure enforcement of
housing construction and maintenance codes. Explore alternatives to demolition
of substandard housing. The city encourages the redevelopment and
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revitalization of existing underutilized industrially and commercially -developed
areas as described by the Urban Design Plan, placing an emphasis on (1)
improving those areas which currently exhibit deleterious environmental and
visual impacts, and (2) increasing development densities on properties which are
capable of supporting higher land use intensities without being deleterious to the
environment and public infrastructure.
Commitment to State and Federal Programs, Including Erosion Control,
Public Access, Highway Improvements. and Dredging. Continue to apply for
funding for local housing improvements under the Community Development
Block Grant program. Make use programs funded through the North Carolina
Housing Finance Agency (NCHFA) which are used to upgrade existing
neighborhoods. Continue to support and fund development of affordable
housing in the New Bern area. The city remains committed to state and federal
programs in planning areas related to community and economic development,
including erosion control, public access, and highway improvements. New Bern
continues to support 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.
Ener , Facility Siting and Development. The siting of outer continental
shelf energy facilities is not an issue with the city at this point in time. If such
facilities were proposed, they would be evaluated for consistency with the city's
Land Use Ordinance and other applicable local. state and federal development
standards.
Tourism. Continue to study and pursue programs aimed to promote and
enhance levels of tourism and related development opportunities in the city.
Continue to support the activities of local and regional public interest groups
responsible for promoting tourism in the city such as the Chamber of Commerce
and the Convention and Visitors Bureau. The city shall continue to provide for
the diverse recreational needs of the permanent and peak seasonal populations as
well as tourists by supporting the design and construction of extensive
waterfront amenities and access points in Lawson Park as well as Union Point
Park.
Public Beach and Waterfront Access. Continue to enhance pedestrian
interaction with the Trent and Neuse River waterfronts through the construction
of a pedestrian promenade extending from Hancock Street to Linden Street.
Continue to apply for funding dedicated to enhancement of waterfront area and
promote public interaction by sponsoring and/or supporting periodic
festival/market events. Support and promote the downtown and waterfront areas
as potential locations for seasonal/annual festivals, markets and recreational
activities. Enhance opportunities in the city for Trent and Neuse riverfront
access and continue to undertake active efforts to increase such access to public
trust areas. Estuarine water access must comply with state standards for access
locations as expressed in 7M .0303. These access areas should be studied and
indicated on maps which could be incorporated into the Land Use Plan at some
time. The city will encourage the future extension of the waterfront pedestrian
promenade, and may purchase certain areas where deemed appropriate for this
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while ensuring such projects are compatible with all local, state and federal
environmental requirements. The city shall require a public access easement
extending along waterfront lots to be used for the purposes of a pedestrian
promenade. The owners/purchasers of waterfront lots shall provide for the
improvements required to complete a pedestrian walkway in accordance with the
Urban Design Plan.
3.214 New Bern's Former Storm Hazard Mitigation, Evacuation, and
' Post -Disaster Policies. The major storm hazard mitigation, evacuation and
post -disaster reconstruction policies are outlined below.
' Storm Hazard Mitigation. The city supports the enforcement of the
construction standards of the Southern Building Code with North Carolina
Building Code amendments for wind -resistive factors and design wind velocity.
' The city remains supportive of the hazard mitigation elements of the National
Flood Insurance Program. The city remains supportive of the enforcement of
CAMA and 404 Wetlands permitting processes in areas potentially susceptible
to flooding. The city remains supportive of CAMA permitting processes for
development standards for shoreline stabilization and drainage along the city's
estuarine shoreline areas. The city will continue to discourage development,
especially high density or large structures. in its most hazardous areas. The city
' supports limited development density in the most hazardous areas so as to
decrease the number of people needing to be evacuated. The city, at this time,
does not intend to commit local funds to implement any widespread public
acquisition of land in the most hazardous areas. Certain areas, such as the
waterfront pedestrian promenade, may be deemed appropriate for purchase
where specific circumstances dictate.
' Evacuation. The city remains supportive of the Craven County Multi -
Hazard Plan as amended and updated to the extent that it does not conflict with
city initiatives. The city encourages the adequate planning, development and use
of motels, schools, condominiums and other large-scale structures for adequate
and sufficient emergency shelter for their occupants and residents. The city
supports a policy of ensuring that new public buildings can be adequately
prepared and used as emergency evacuation shelters.
' Post -Disaster Reconstruction Plan. The post disaster reconstruction
program of the city shall be generally guided by the Craven County Multi -
Hazard Plan as amended and adopted. The city supports the establishment of
general guidelines related to the long term recovery and restoration process
' subsequent to natural disaster. Reconstruction shall be implemented under at
least the minimum standards in effect prior to the given storm. Structures not
conforming to minimum standards and storm hazard mitigation policies which
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Land Use Ordinance.
' 3.215 Analysis of the Effectiveness of New Bern's Former Policies. Since
the preparation of the 1992 Land Use Plan, the City of New Bern has continued
its efforts to implement the policies outlined above. No major change in policy
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direction concerning land use and land development has occurred since the
development of the 1992 Plan.
' The city, in reviewing specific requests for land development, has
approved such requests which were consistent with it's Land Use Plan and
' adopted policies. In general, areas with significant physical limitations have not
been developed. Development within areas of environmental concern has been
compatible with CAMA regulations and the Land Use Ordinance. Overall, the
City of New Bern has effectively implemented the policies adopted in the 1992
Land Use Plan Update with the exception of the effort to develop a
Comprehensive Plan. A proposal for developing a Comprehensive Plan was
prepared but, due to the cost of preparing such a plan, funds were not budgeted.
The city did, however, prepare and adopt a Parks and Recreation Plan, initiated
the development of neighborhood plans, planned for expansions of the water and
sewer systems, initiated a city-wide Stormwater Management Study, gained
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developed uniform signage standards for city -owned facilities, and initiated the
development of design guidelines for buildings, signage, and landscaping along
' the city's entranceways. Several other implementation activities delineated in
the 1992 Land Use Plan Update were considered by the city but, due to financial
and/or time constraints, no action was taken.
The policy statements contained in Sections 3.211 through 3.214 formed
the basis for the development of the updated policies. New policy issues that the
city intends to address and policy areas that the city desires to particularly
reevaluate in the 1998 Update include:
■ Stormwater management.
' ■ Moorings and mooring fields.
■ Water quality problems and management.
■ Preserving the current character and cultural heritage of the city
■ General vision policy statement.
■ Basic policy statements concerning resource protection, resource
production and management, and economic and community
development.
■ Waterfront development.
■ Building viable neighborhoods.
■ Providing alternative transportation access.
■ Continuing to improve the city center.
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River Bend's 1994 Sketch Land Use Plan Update policy statements have been
reviewed. This section provides a summary evaluation of the major policies and issues
delineated in the town's 1994 Plan.
3.221 River Bend's Former Resource Protection Policies. Specific resource
protection policies in the 1994 River Bend Plan addressed a variety of issues.
The major issues are outlined below along with specific policy statements. The
page number of the policy statement from the 1994 Plan is referenced in
parenthesis.
Areas of Environmental Concern. Town officials supported the
' protection of coastal wetlands (Page 11). The town determined that limited uses,
such as piers, docks and other uses as allowed by 15A NCAC 7H, would be
reasonable in coastal wetlands and public trust areas (Page 11). Any request for
commercial marinas would be reviewed consistent with local zoning and the
CAMA regulatory requirements (Page 11).
' Hazardous and Fragile Land Areas. The Town supported the US
Army Corps of Engineers 404 wetlands program (Page 11). The Town
supported the Craven County Health Department program which does not allow
septic tanks in soils which are not suitable (Page 11). The Town supported state
' regulations controlling land uses near ground water sources as regulated by the
NC Division of Environmental Management through NCAC, Subchapter 21 and
Subchapter 2c (Page 12). Dry dock storage was allowed, but floating home
development was not allowed (Page 12) [Note: This policy was more restrictive
than the CAMA minimum use standards since the CAMA regulations allow
floating homes within marinas]. Upland excavation for marina construction was
required to be reviewed by the town (Page 12). The town did not desire to have
industrial development within River Bend (Page 12). The town supported
package sewer treatment plants only if operated and maintained by a public
' agency (Page 12). River Bend continued to support the CAMA regulations
regarding bulkheading (Page 13).
' 3.222 River Bend's Former Resource Production and Management
Policies. Specific resource production and management policies in the 1994
River Bend Plan addressed a variety of issues. The major issues are outlined
below along with specific policy statements. The page number of the policy
statement from the 1994 Plan is referenced in parenthesis.
Off -Road Vehicles. The town's policy was to adopt a local off -road
vehicle ordinance if the use of off -road vehicles became a problem in the town
in the future (Page 13). To date, the Town has not determined the need for such
an ordinance.
' Commercial and Recreational Fisheries. The town supported state and
federal regulations which are designed to protect the local environment from any
harmful development (Page 13).
' Industrial Impacts on Resources. The Town of River Bend supported
industrial development within designated industrial areas of Craven County
outside of River Bend (Page 13).
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' 3.223 River Bend's Former Economic and Community Development
Policies. Specific economic and community policies in the 1994 River Bend
Plan addressed a variety of issues. The major issues are outlined below along
' with specific policy statements. The page number of the policy statement from
the 1994 Plan is referenced in parenthesis.
' Types and Locations of Industries Desired. The Town of River Bend
supported industrial development within designated industrial areas of Craven
County outside of River Bend. River Bend did not desire to have industrial
facilities within the Town of River Bend (Page 13).
Local Commitment to Providing Services to Development. The town of
River Bend was committed to provide to new development within the town the
same level of services that was provided to all other areas of the town (Page 14).
Commitment to State and Federal Programs, Including Erosion Control,
Public Access, Highway Improvements, and Dredging, River Bend supported
state and federal programs including erosion control, public access, highway
improvements and dredging regulations (Page 14).
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Inshore and Outer -Continental Shelf Exploration. The Town supported
inshore and outer -continental shelf exploration in order to determine if any
resources may be present which would benefit the Town of River Bend, Craven
County and the State of North Carolina (Page 14).
' Local Land Use Issues and Policies. The major land use issue identified
by the town planning board and town council was for the town to maintain the
high quality of residential development (Page 14).
1 3.224 River Bend's Former Storm Hazard Mitigation, Evacuation, and
Post -Disaster Policies. The major storm hazard mitigation, evacuation and
' post -disaster reconstruction policies are outlined below. The page number of the
policy statement from the 1994 River Bend Plan is referenced in parenthesis.
' Storm Hazard Mitigation. The Town's policy was to participate in the
Federal Emergency Management Agency insurance program (Page 15). The
Town will not acquire low lying property (Page 15).
' Evacuation. The Town adopted the Disaster Plan prepared by the
Craven County Office of Emergency Services. The Town evaluated the Craven
County Evacuation Plan and found it to be appropriate (Page 15).
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tPost -Disaster Reconstruction Plan. As part of the immediate clean-up
activity, the town's policy was to remove any materials causing a hazard to the
' citizens (Page 15), check the water system for contamination (Page 15), and to
repair the town's streets and public facilities sustaining damage (Page 16).
Because of the small size of the town, the Town Council was designated to serve
' as the Recovery Task Force (Page 16). It was also the Town's policy not to
implement a temporary building moratoria in order to allow private properties to
be repaired or rebuilt as quickly as possible (Page 16). Development standards
for repairs and/or reconstruction were to be in accordance with applicable local
zoning, FEMA, CAMA and NC State Building Code requirements (Page 16).
Since there were no public facilities other than streets and utility lines within
' areas subject to flooding, the town's policy was not to relocate any public
facilities from flood hazard areas (Page 16).
3.225 Analysis of the Effectiveness of River Bend's Former Policies. Since
the preparation of the 1994 Sketch Plan, the Town of River Bend has continued
its efforts to implement the policies outlined above. No major change in policy
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approved such requests which were consistent with it's Land Use Plan and
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compatible with CAMA regulations and the town's land development
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activities assist with implementing the town's policies concerning resource
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reevaluate in the 1998 Update include:
' ■ Moorings and mooring fields.
■ Water quality problems and management.
■ Maintaining the current residential character of the town.
■ General vision policy statement.
' ■ Basic policy statements concerning resource protection, resource
production and management, and economic and community
development.
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Trent Woods' 1991 Sketch Land Use Plan Update policy statements have been
reviewed. This section provides a summary evaluation of the major policies and issues
delineated in the 1994 Plan.
3.231 Trent Woods' Former Resource Protection Policies. Specific
resource protection policies in the 1991 Trent Woods Plan addressed a variety of
issues. The major issues are outlined below along with specific policy
statements. The page number of the policy statement from the 1991 Plan is
referenced in parenthesis.
Areas of Environmental Concern. Town officials supported the
protection of coastal wetlands (Page 4). The town determined that limited uses,
such as piers, docks and other uses, but not commercial marinas, as allowed by
15A NCAC 7H, would be reasonable in coastal wetlands and public trust areas
(Page 4). [Note: This policy was more restrictive than the CAMA minimum use
standards since the CAMA regulations may allow marinas]. The Town
determined that the only appropriate uses of estuarine waters within the town
and its planning area are piers, boat docks, boat sheds, maintenance excavation,
boat ramps, boat lifts and wet boat storage.(Page 4). Uses consistent with local
zoning and the standards of the shoreline AEC were permitted in this AEC as
long as the 30% impervious rule was met and development was well managed
on individual sites to ensure minimal degradation (Page 5). The town's policy
discouraged any shoreline bulkheading which would damage existing
marshlands (Page 5). Overall, it was the town's policy not to allow the
development of the AEC's except as allowed by CAMA regulations (Page 5).
Hazardous and Fragile Land Areas. The Town supported the US Army
Corps of Engineers 404 wetlands program (Page 5). Dry dock storage was
allowed, but floating home development was not allowed (Page 5). [Note: This
policy was more restrictive than the CAMA minimum use standards since the
CAMA regulations may allow floating homes within marinas]. The town
supported state regulations controlling land uses near ground water sources as
regulated by the NC Division of Environmental Management through NCAC,
Subchapter 21 and Subchapter 2c (Page 5). The town did not desire to have
additional industrial development within Trent Woods (Page 5). The town
supported applicable state and federal regulations as they apply to the siting of
new industry or the impact of new industry on environmentally sensitive areas in
Craven County (Page 5).
3.232 Trent Woods' Former Resource Production and Management
Policies. Specific resource production and management policies in the 1991
Trent Woods Plan addressed a variety of issues. The major issues are outlined
below along with specific policy statements. The page number of the policy
statement from the 1994 Plan is referenced in parenthesis.
Industrial Impacts on Resources. The town supported state and federal
regulations which are designed to protect the local environment from any
harmful development (Page 6).
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Policies. Specific economic and community policies in the 1991 Trent Woods
' Plan addressed a variety of issues. The major issues are outlined below along
with specific policy statements. The page number of the policy statement from
the 1991 Plan is referenced in parenthesis.
' Types and Locations of Industries Desired. The Town of Trent Woods
supported industrial development within designated industrial areas of Craven
County outside of Trent Woods. Trent Woods did not desire to have industrial
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Local Commitment to Providing Services to Development. The town of
Trent Woods was committed to provide to new development within the town the
same level of services that was provided to all other areas of the town (Page 5).
Commitment to State and Federal Projerams, Including Erosion Control,
Public Access, Highway Improvements. and Dredging. Trent Woods supported
state and federal programs including erosion control, public access, highway
' improvements and dredging regulations (Page 5).
Anticipated Residential Development. Densities and Location. The town
encouraged low -density residential development consistent with the Trent
Woods Zoning Ordinance (Page 6).
Energy Facility Siting and Development. The Town supported Energy
Facility and Siting and Development in areas of Craven County which would not
adversely affect Trent Woods (Page 6). The town's zoning ordinance does not
allow the development of energy facilities within the Town of Trent Woods
(Page 6).
Local Land Use Issues and Policies. The major land use issue identified
by the town planning board and town board was for the town to maintain the
high quality of residential development (Page 6). Zoning regulations were
designed to encourage the continuation of high quality, low -density residential
development (Page 6).
3.234 Trent Woods' Former Storm Hazard Mitigation, Evacuation , and
Post -Disaster Policies The major storm hazard mitigation, evacuation and post -
disaster reconstruction policies are outlined below. The page number of the
policy statement from the 1991 Trent Woods Plan is referenced in parenthesis.
1 Storm Hazard Mitigation. The Town's policy was to participate in the
Federal Emergency Management Agency insurance program (Page 6). The
Town's policy was not acquire low lying property (Page 6).
' Evacuation. The Town adopted the Disaster Plan prepared by the
Craven County Office of Emergency Services. The Town evaluated the Craven
County Evacuation Plan and found it to be appropriate (Page 6).
Post -Disaster Reconstruction Plan. As part of the immediate clean-up
' activity, the town's policy was to remove any materials causing a hazard to the
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citizens, to check the water system for contamination, and to repair the town's
streets and public facilities sustaining damage (Pages 6 and 7). Because of the
small size of the town, the Town Board of Commissioners was designated to
serve as the Recovery Task Force (Page 7). It was also the Town's policy not to
implement a temporary building moratoria in order to allow private properties to
be repaired or rebuilt as quickly as possible (Page 7). Development standards
for repairs and/or reconstruction were to be in accordance with applicable local
zoning, FEMA, CAMA and NC State Building Code requirements (Page 7).
Since there were no public facilities other than streets and utility lines within
areas subject to flooding, the town's policy was not to relocate any public
facilities from flood hazard areas (Page 7).
3.235 Analysis of the Effectiveness of Trent Woods' Former Policies.
Since the preparation of the 1991 Sketch Plan, the Town of Trent Woods has
continued its efforts to implement the policies outlined above. No major change
in policy direction has occurred since the development of the 1991 Plan.
The town, in reviewing specific requests for land development, has
approved such requests which were consistent with it's Land Use Plan and
adopted policies. In general, areas with significant physical limitations have not
been developed. Development within areas of environmental concern has been
compatible with CAMA regulations and the town's land development
regulations. Overall, the Town of Trent Woods has effectively implemented the
policies adopted in the 1991 Sketch Land Use Plan Update. The policy
statements contained in Section 3.231 through 3.234 formed the basis for the
development of the updated policies. New policy issues that the town intends to
address and policy areas that the town desires to particularly reevaluate in the
1998 Update include:
• Stormwater management
• Moorings and mooring fields
• Provision of municipal sewer service
• Water quality problems and management
• Maintaining the current residential character of the town
• General vision policy statement
• Basic policy statements concerning resource protection, resource
• Production and management, and economic and community
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recognized that each of the three participating communities has distinct planning needs and
objectives. For that reason, updated policy statements have been developed for each community
with an emphasis on developing compatible, but not necessarily duplicate policies. Since River
Bend and Trent Woods are primarily residential communities that share similar attitudes towards
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■ Conformance with CAMA Minimum Use Standards
For the most part, the policies of all three communities are consistent
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below and in Section 3.320.
■ Floating Home Development
' All three communities prohibit floating home development. CAMA
minimum use standards will permit floating home development within
marinas. Consequently, the communities' policy statements concerning this
subject exceed the minimum CAMA standards.
■ Maintaining Existing Community Character
Each community developed policies which seek to retain their respective
community character.
' Stormwater Management
All three communities promote regional stormwater management
practices and polices to enhance water quality.
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■ Marina Development New Bern will allow new marina development and the expansion of
existing marinas. Trent Woods and River Bend do not allow new marina
development. CAMA minimum use standards will permit marinas.
' ■ Drystack Boat Storage Facilities
New Bern will allow drystack boat storage facilities while River Bend
and Trent Woods do not. CAMA use standards will permit drystack boat
storage facilities.
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on the town.
■ Acquisition of Land in the Most Hazardous Areas (Storm Hazard Mitigation)
As funding is available, New Bern and Trent Woods would consider the
public acquisition of land within the most hazardous areas. River Bend's
policy is not to acquire land within the most hazardous areas.
■ Anticipated Future Development
Both River Bend and Trent Woods expect new development to be
almost exclusively single-family residential in nature. Limited public,
institutional, and recreational development is also anticipated. New Bern,
however, projects much more varied future land uses including commercial,
industrial, single-family and multi -family residential, recreational, and
institutional. River Bend and Trent Woods do not project any major
expansion of their corporate area. New Bern will consider expanding it's
corporate boundaries as areas located on the periphery of the city meet the
statutory qualifications for annexation.
■ Estuarine Water Access
New Bern and River Bend have policies that seek to enhance access to
estuarine waters and wetlands areas. Due to the unavailability of suitable
sites for public water access, Trent Woods is not anticipating creating any
additional access to estuarine waters within its jurisdiction.
Policy Issues Attributed to New Bern's Size and Diverse Nature
Because New Bern is a much larger community than River Bend and
Trent Woods and encompasses a wider variety of land uses and natural
areas, several policy issues are particularly applicable to New Bern.
Therefore, New Bern has developed policy statements (or has placed a
greater emphasis) on the following: Historical and Archeological Sites,
Productive Agricultural Lands, Commercial Forest Lands, Mineral
Production Areas, Redevelopment of Developed Areas, Tourism, and
Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access.
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The major issues discussed in the formulation of New Bern's updated resourc..e
protection policy statements include the following topics (not presented here in any
priority order):
■ Conservation of wetlands.
■ Stormwater management.
■ Surface and ground water quality.
■ Preservation of historic, cultural, archaeological resources.
■ Promoting best land uses for existing conditions.
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■ Flood hazards.
■ Moorings and mooring fields.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Resource
Protection. The City of New Bern's intent is to protect and preserve its fragile, natural
resources along with its historical manmade resources. Of particular importance are
' those natural resources such as wetlands, the rivers, water, forests and farmlands that are
so important to the environment and economy of the area. The impact of new
development on New Bern's resources must be carefully reviewed and minimized. This
can be accomplished through proper siting, careful design and mitigation. Likewise,
New Bern must preserve its historic, cultural, and archaeological resources. The city
will take a leadership role in protecting and understanding our historic, cultural and
archaeological resources. Steps will include support of the Historic Preservation
Commission and programs that emphasize our cultural heritage, historic buildings, and
archaeological resources. It is understood that the quality of life and a community's
health are largely determined by the stewardship of both its natural and manmade
1 resources. To this end, the city has updated its resource protection policy statements in
Section 3.411 through 3.419.2 as listed . below. It is the city's intent that its policies
concerning resource protection be consistent with CAMA 7H Use Standards except for
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Use Standards.
3.411 Constraints To Land Development.
3.411.1 Flood Hazard Areas.
Policy: Minimize the location of land uses and structures in identified
' flood hazard areas.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will continue to
participate in the National Flood Insurance Program and
promote enforcement through the its buildings inspection
program. Proposed developments complying with the
requirements of the Land Use Ordinance, applicable state
building codes and National Flood Insurance Program and not
otherwise damaging to areas of environmental concern (AECs)
may be permitted. New Bern is supportive of the national
' mitigation elements of the National Flood Insurance Program.
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3.411.2 Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use.
Policy: Direct the most intensive development to areas with adequate
water and sewer service. Development in areas where soil types
have limited capacity will be restricted.
Implementation Methods: Septic tank installation is not permitted
within the City of New Bern without the written approval of the
City Engineer and will not be approved in the city's
extraterritorial jurisdiction if the municipal sewer system can be
made available. The City of New Bern, through its Land Use
Ordinance, will limit intensive development requiring septic
disposal in areas where the municipal system is not available or
feasible.
3.412 Areas Of Environmental Concern.
Policy: New Bern will permit those land uses which conform to the general use
standards of the North Carolina Administrative Code (15 NCAC 711) for
development within the estuarine system except as noted elsewhere in
this section.
Implementation Methods: New Bern will permit those land uses which conform
to the general use standards of the North Carolina Administrative Code
(15 NCAC 711) for development within the estuarine system. Generally,
only those uses which are water -dependent will be permitted in coastal
wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust areas. Examples of such
uses may include: utility easements, docks, boat ramps, dredging,
bridges and bridge approaches, revetments, culverts, groins, navigational
aids, mooring pilings, navigational channels, simple access channels,
and drainage ditches. New Bern will continue to utilize the current
system of the existing subdivision and zoning ordinances (with no
modifications) along with federal and state permit and review processes
(`404' and CAMA) as tools to guide development in AECs. The City of
New Bern concurs with the CAMA 7H Use Standards for each of the
Areas of Environmental Concern delineated below except that the city's
policy concerning prohibiting floating homes is more restrictive than the
CAMA regulations.
3.412.1 Coastal Wetlands.
Policy: Only those uses which are water dependent and cannot function
elsewhere will be permitted in coastal wetlands consistent with
CAMA 7H Use Standards and the Land Use Ordinance.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will restrict land uses
in coastal wetlands. Each proposed use shall be evaluated for
compliance with state standards.
Land uses that support wetlands conservation and do not
adversely affect their delicate balance will be managed through
the Land Use Ordinance. Marina construction will not be
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permitted in coastal wetlands except as may be allowed by
CAMA 7H Use Standards and the Land Use Ordinance. Coastal
wetlands should only be filled consistent with the CAMA 7H
Use Standards. The city supports local growth management
techniques which provide for the proper controls, land use types,
densities and development criteria within AECs.
3.412.2 Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Areas.
Policy: The City of New Bem's policy will be to restrict development in
estuarine waters and public trust areas to those uses which will
not cause significant degradation of the natural function or
condition of these waters.
Implementation Methods: Only those uses which are water dependent
and cannot function elsewhere will be permitted in estuarine
waters and public trust areas consistent with CAMA 7H Use
Standards and the Land Use Ordinance.
3.412.3 Estuarine Shoreline.
Policy: New Bern is supportive of the CAMA development permit
process for estuarine shoreline areas and the requisite
development standards which allow both shoreline stabilization
and facilitation of proper drainage.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will permit
development in the estuarine shoreline area provided that such
development complies with the Land Use Ordinance and is
compatible with both the dynamic nature of the shoreline and
the values of the estuarine system. Appropriate land uses within
the estuarine shoreline include any permissible land uses
authorized by the Land Use Ordinance that conforms to CAMA
development standards.
3.412.4 Outstanding Resource Waters.
There are currently no water bodies within the city's jurisdiction
which are classified as Outstanding Resource Waters. Therefore, a
policy statement is not necessary.
3.413 Other Fragile Areas.
' 3.413.1 Sound and Estuarine System Islands.
There are no sound nor estuarine system islands in the city's
jurisdiction; however, the city supports enforcement of applicable
' CAMA standards and local land development regulations of any use or
development on estuarine islands.
3.413.2 Freshwater Wetlands.
Policy: The city concurs with federal standards for development within
freshwater wetlands.
Implementation Methods: New Bern does not support prohibiting all
land uses within freshwater wetlands. New Bern does believe
that highest priority should be given to land uses that promote
conservation of the sensitive areas, with conservation meaning
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The City of New Bern will coordinate the review of land
development plans with the US Army Corps of Engineers when
site plans indicate development activities in areas identified as
freshwater wetlands. The city prohibits any filling of freshwater
wetlands except as permitted by the US Army Corps of
Engineers.
3.413.3 Historical and Archaeological Sites.
Policy: The City of New Bern will encourage land use proposals which
will have no negative impact on historic, cultural, and/or
archaeological resources in its corporate limits and its
extraterritorial jurisdiction.
Implementation Methods: Land use proposals shall be reviewed in
accordance with Section 106 of the National Preservation Act of
1966. When appropriate, these proposals shall also be reviewed
by the New Bem Historic Preservation Commission and/or the
State Historic Preservation Office. The city supports the
guidelines set forth by the U. S. Secretary of Interior and the
local Historic District(s). The city, working with interested
parties, will maintain an inventory of historic properties and
landmarks in its jurisdiction. The city will offer public
awareness programs and educational opportunities to promote
the conservation, preservation and maintenance of its historic,
cultural and archaeological resources.
3.414 Hurricane And Flood Evacuation Needs And Plans.
(See Section 3.811)
3.415 Potable Water Supply Protection.
Policy: The City of New Bern recognizes the importance of protecting potable
water supplies and, therefore, supports the enforcement of regulations by
the NC Division of Water Quality through NCAC Subchapter 2L and
Subchapter 2C.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern intends to coordinate land
development activities involving any hazardous chemical or petroleum
storage and disposal with appropriate county and state regulatory
agencies. The city will ensure that its land development review and
inspection process examines all land use proposals to determine their
impact on the local potable water supplies and resources. New Bern
supports state and federal regulations pertaining to underground storage
tanks.
The city supports the use of water conservation practices and
groundwater protection measures in order to prevent the lowering of the
' water table, to limit the quantity of wastewater generated and to protect
the quality of water. New Bern also supports management practices that
address the incidental use of hazardous materials such as insecticides,
herbicides, fertilizers, etc.
The city will continue the extension and maintenance of public
water supplies and distribution systems into selected areas of the city, its
extraterritorial jurisdiction and surrounding areas.
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3.416 Use of Package Treatment Plants.
Policy: The City of New Bern will limit the use of package treatment plants in
its jurisdiction.
Implementation Methods: The city wishes to limit package plants from being
built in surrounding areas and will consider requests to extend its sewer
service to prevent the use of package plants in surrounding areas. All
development and subsequent construction of wastewater facilities shall
be consistent with the regulations set forth by the New Bern Land Use
Ordinance.
3.417 Stormwater Runoff, Water Quality Problems, and Management Measures.
Policy: Mitigative measures to lessen the potential impact of stormwater runoff
will be considered as new development proposals are presented to the
city.
Implementation Methods: The New Bern Land Use Ordinance requires new
development to provide an adequate drainage system for the proper
management of all stormwater. The city intends to revise its Land Use
Ordinance to establish additional local standards for drainage
management.
New Bern will promote the use of best available management
practices to minimize the degradation of water quality resulting from
stormwater runoff, examples of these practices include using pervious or
semi -pervious materials for driveways and walks, retaining natural
vegetation along marsh and waterfront areas, and allowing stormwater to
percolate into the ground rather than discharging it directly to
estuarine/coastal waters.
The city will coordinate its approval of land development
projects with (i) the permitting requirements and stormwater regulations
of the North Carolina Division of Water Quality, and (ii) the soil erosion
and sedimentation control regulations of the Land Quality Section of the
North Carolina Division of Land Resources.
New Bern promotes the coordination with adjoining local
government jurisdictions of comprehensive stormwater management
practices and policies to enhance water quality.
The City of New Bern will continue to participate in the
Regional Wastewater Task Force which was formed to evaluate long-
term wastewater treatment options for the Carteret, Craven, Onslow, and
Pamlico County area.
The city encourages marina siting and design which promotes
proper flushing action. Such design features include locating marinas
near inlets, maximizing the opening of entrance channels, and
minimizing stagnant comers by using rounded corners, level bottoms
sloping towards the entrance, and avoiding bends.
To minimize potential water quality problems caused by above-
ground and underground storage tanks, the city supports active
enforcement of applicable state and federal regulations.
The City continues to support the enforcement of applicable
state and federal standards aimed at controlling stormwater runoff and
improving water quality.
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Proposed Time Schedule: Revisions to the Land Use Ordinance concerning
stormwater management are anticipated within 12 to 18 months after the
update process is initiated.
3.418 Marinas, Piers, Docks, and Floating Home Development.
Policy: The city will permit the development of new marinas, the expansion of
existing marinas, and the development of noncommercial docking
facilities to serve individual residential lots in accordance with CAMA
7H Use Standards. Drystack boat storage facilities, in conjunction with
a marina development, may be permitted in accordance with the New
Bern Land Use Ordinance. Public mooring fields shall be permitted in
accordance with CAMA regulations. Floating homes will not be
permitted within the city's planning jurisdiction.
Implementation Methods: Requests for commercial marinas and docking
facilities are regulated by the New Bern Land Use Ordinance and by
state and federal permitting systems such as CAMA. The city allows for
the expansion of existing marinas and construction of new marinas,
consistent with policies stated elsewhere in this plan. Marina use, size
and compatibility will be dictated by the New Bern Land Use Ordinance.
Issues such as visual and aesthetic guidelines shall be reviewed during
land use permit applications. The city intends to examine local
requirements for these uses and may strengthen the Land Use Ordinance
to further clarify the community's standards. The city also intends to
revise its Land Use Ordinance to establish additional local standards for
piers associated with a non-residential land use.
The city encourages marina siting and design which promotes
proper flushing action. Such design features include locating marinas
near inlets, maximizing the opening of entrance channels, and
minimizing stagnant corners by using rounded corners, level bottoms
sloping towards the entrance, and avoiding bends. Upland excavation
for marina basins shall be consistent with CAMA minimum use
standards.
The City of New Bern will continue to prohibit permanently
occupied floating homes in its jurisdiction. Floating structures are
defined as 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
have been removed or rendered inoperative and it contains at least 200
square feet of living space area. A boat is defined as a vessel or
watercraft of any type or size specifically designed to be self-propelled,
whether by engine, sail, oar, or paddle or other means, which is used to
travel from place to place by water (This policy is more restrictive than
CAMA minimum use standards for floating homes since CAMA
regulations may allow floating homes within permitted marinas).
Drystack boat storage facilities, in conjunction with a marina
development, may be permitted in accordance with the New Bern Land
Use Ordinance. The city intends to examine local requirements for these
uses and may strengthen the Land Use Ordinance to further clarify the
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3.419.2 Bulkhead Installation Damage to Marshes.
Policy: Bulkheads will be permitted provided that all of the use
standards of 15 NCAC 711.0208 (b) (7) are adhered to.
Implementation Methods: The city will coordinate its review of requests
for bulkheads with DCM. Development plans should consider
every feasible alternative to minimize the damage to existing
marshes and installation should be conducted employing
appropriate construction and resource protection techniques.
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The major issues discussedinthe formulation of River Bend's updated resource
protection policy statements include the following topics (not presented here in any
priority order):
■ Conservation of wetlands.
■ Stormwater management.
■ Surface and ground water quality.
■ Drystack storage facilities for boats.
■ Moorings and mooring fields.
■ Bulkheads.
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3.421 Constraints To Land Development.
3.421.1 Flood Hazard Areas.
Policy: Minimize the location of land uses and structures in
identified flood hazard areas.
Implementation Methods: River Bend will continue to
participate in the National Flood Insurance Program and
promote enforcement through the town building
inspection program. Proposed developments which are
not otherwise damaging to AECs may be permitted,
provided protective measures which comply with flood
insurance requirements are imposed. River Bend is
supportive of the hazard mitigation elements of the
National Flood Insurance Program. River Bend also
supports continued enforcement of the CAMA and 404
wetlands development permit processes in areas
susceptible to flooding, and with state policies and
regulations for development in areas of environmental
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concern. River Bend supports planting programs that
improve wetlands areas. River Bend supports
maintenance of the integrity of the existing Trent River
shoreline to prevent flooding.
3.421.2 Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use.
Policy: Direct the most intensive development to areas with
adequate water and sewer service.
Implementation Methods: River Bend will encourage, through
its zoning ordinance and subdivision regulations, growth
in areas already served by the town's sewer system and
will discourage growth in areas where soils are not
suitable for septic tanks and where sewer lines are not
available or are not feasible. Septic tank installation,
where permissible, shall be in accordance with
applicable county health department regulations.
Development in areas where soil types have limited
bearing capacity will not be encouraged.
3.422 Areas Of Environmental Concern.
Policy: River Bend will permit those land uses which conform to the
general use standards of the North Carolina Administrative Code
(15 NCAC 7H) for development within the estuarine system
except as noted elsewhere in this section. Only those uses which
are water -dependent will be permitted in coastal wetlands,
estuarine waters, and public trust areas.
Implementation Methods Examples of such water -dependent uses may
include: utility easements, docks, boat ramps, dredging, bridges
and bridge approaches, revetments, culverts, groins,
navigational aids, mooring pilings, navigational channels,
simple access channels, and drainage ditches. River Bend will
continue to utilize the current system of the existing subdivision
and zoning ordinances (with no modifications) along with
federal and state permit and review processes (404 and CAMA)
as tools to guide development in AECs. The Town of River
Bend concurs with the CAMA 7H Use Standards for each of the
Areas of Environmental Concern delineated below except that
the town's policies concerning marinas, floating homes, and
drystack boat storage facilities are more restrictive than CAMA
regulations.
3.422.1 Coastal Wetlands.
Policy: The town will restrict, through its zoning ordinance and
subdivision regulations, land uses in coastal wetlands to
those that support wetlands conservation and which do
not adversely affect their delicate balance.
Implementation Methods: Only those uses which are water
dependent and cannot function elsewhere will be
permitted in coastal wetlands consistent with CAMA 7H
Use Standards and local development regulations. Each
proposed use shall be evaluated for compliance with
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state standards. Coastal wetlands should only be filled
consistent with the CAMA 7H Use Standards.
3.422.2 Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Areas.
Policy: The town's policy is to restrict development in estuarine
waters and public trust areas to those uses which will
not cause significant degradation of the natural function
nor condition of the estuarine waters and public trust
areas.
Implementation Methods: Only those uses which are water
dependent will be permitted in estuarine waters and
public trust areas consistent with CAMA 7H Use
Standards and local development regulations. River
Bend will promote the conservation and management of
public trust water areas in accordance with CAMA 7H
Use Standards.
3.422.3 Estuarine Shoreline.
Policy: River Bend is supportive of the CAMA development
permit process for estuarine shoreline areas and the
requisite development standards which allow both
shoreline stabilization and facilitation of proper
drainage.
Implementation Methods: The town will permit residential,
commercial, public/institutional, and recreational
development in the estuarine shoreline area provided
that such development is compatible with both the
dynamic nature of the estuarine shoreline and the values
of the estuarine system. Appropriate land uses within
the estuarine shoreline include any permissible land uses
authorized by the River Bend Zoning Ordinance that
conform to CAMA development standards.
3.422.4 Outstanding Resource Waters.
There are currently no water bodies within the town's
jurisdiction which are classified as Outstanding Resource
Waters. Therefore, a policy statement is not necessary.
3.423 Other Fragile Areas.
3.423.1 Sound and Estuarine System Islands.
Policy: Any use or development on estuarine islands shall be in
accordance with applicable CAMA standards and local
land development regulations.
Implementation Methods: The only estuarine island located with
the town's planning jurisdiction is Trent River Island.
This island, located south of the town's wastewater
treatment plant, is within a wetlands area and is
susceptible to flooding. The island is zoned as WP,
Wildlife Preserve and is classified as a conservation
area. Only such development or other use that will meet
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acceptable impacts will be allowed on Trent River.
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development within freshwater wetlands.
Implementation Methods: The town will coordinate the review
of land development plans with the US Army Corps of
Engineers when site plans indicate development
activities in areas identified as freshwater wetlands.
The town prohibits any filling of freshwater wetlands
except as permitted by the US Army Corps of
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3.423.3 Historical and Archaeological Sites.
The River Bend planning jurisdiction contains no sites listed in
the National Register of Historic Places nor any sites on the Study List
for future inclusion in the National Register. No archaeological sites
have been identified. Therefore, no policy statement is necessary.
3.424 Hurricane And Flood Evacuation Needs And Plans.
(See Section 3.821)
3.425 Potable Water Supply Protection.
Policy: River Bend recognizes the importance of protecting potable
water supplies and, therefore, supports the enforcement of
regulations by the NC Division of Water Quality through NCAC
Subchapter 2L and Subchapter 2C.
Implementation Methods: The town will coordinate land development
activities involving hazardous chemical or petroleum storage
and disposal with the appropriate county and state regulatory
agencies. The town also supports management practices that
address the incidental use of hazardous materials such as
insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, etc. The town supports the
use of water conservation practices and groundwater protection
measures in order to prevent lowering the water table, to limit
the quantity of wastewater generated, and to protect the quality
of water. The town encourages water conservation measures
that are sponsored by the town's public utility department. The
town supports state regulations regarding underground storage
tanks.
3.426 Use of Package Treatment Plants.
Policy: Package treatment plants may be permitted in areas in which
municipal sewer service is currently unavailable provided that
they conform to state permitting requirements and town
ordinances.
Implementation Methods: The town will require, through its zoning
ordinance and subdivision regulations, that a land development
project include the use of a package treatment plant in those
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areas where municipal sewer service is unavailable and where
the town has determined that the municipal sewer system is not
likely to be extended in the future. The town will own, operate
and maintain such a package treatment plant.
3.427 Stormwater Runoff, Water Quality Problems, and Management
Measures.
Policy: Mitigative measures to lessen the potential impact of stormwater
runoff will be considered as new development proposals are
presented to the town.
Implementation Methods: New development will continue to be
required, through the town's subdivision regulations, to provide
an adequate drainage system for the proper drainage of all
stormwater. Planned unit developments will continue to be
required, through the subdivision ordinance, to designate at least
twenty percent of the project's gross land area as common open
space.
River Bend will promote the use of available
management practices to minimize the degradation of water
quality resulting from stormwater runoff; examples of these
practices include using pervious or semi -pervious materials for
driveways and walks, retaining natural vegetation along marsh
and waterfront areas, and allowing stormwater to percolate into
the ground rather than discharging it directly to coastal waters.
The town will coordinate its approval of land
development projects with (i) the permitting requirements and
stormwater regulations of the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality, and (ii) the soil erosion and sedimentation control
regulations of the Land Quality Section of the North Carolina
Division of Land Resources.
The town promotes the coordination with adjoining
local government jurisdictions of comprehensive stormwater
management practices and policies to enhance water quality and
to minimize stormwater flow through the town from
surrounding jurisdictions.
The town will continue to participate in the Regional
Wastewater Task Force which was formed to evaluate long-term
wastewater treatment options for the Carteret, Craven, Onslow,
and Pamlico County area.
3.428 Marinas, Piers, Docks, and Floating Home Development.
Policy: Because there are no appropriate sites in River Bend's planning
jurisdiction for new marina construction, the town's policy is
not to approve new marinas. Floating home development and
drystack storage boat facilities are not permitted, in accordance
with the town's zoning ordinance, within the town's planning
jurisdiction.
Implementation Methods: The town allows for the expansion of existing
marinas, consistent with the town's zoning ordinance, state and
federal permitting systems, and policies stated elsewhere in this
plan. New marinas will not be permitted. (This policy is more
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restrictive than CAMA minimum use standards since the CAMA
regulations may allow new marina construction.) The town will
permit the development of noncommercial docking facilities to
serve individual residential lots in accordance with CAMA 7H
Use Standards.
Upland excavation for marina basins, which could
possibly involve cutting through existing marshlands, is viewed
as an undesirable activity by the Town of River Bend. The town
encourages marina siting and design which promotes proper
flushing action. Such design features include locating marinas
near inlets, maximizing the opening of entrance channels, and
minimizing stagnant corners by using rounded corners, level
bottoms sloping towards the entrance, and avoiding bends.
The town will continue to prohibit permanently
occupied floating homes in its jurisdiction. Floating structures
are defined as 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. A boat is defined as a vessel or watercraft of
any type or size specifically designed to be self-propelled,
whether by engine, sail, oar, or paddle or other means, which is
used to travel from place to place by water (This policy is more
restrictive than CAMA minimum use standards for floating
homes since the CAMA regulations may allow floating homes
within permitted marinas).
Drystack storage boat facilities are not permitted within
the town (This policy is more restrictive than CAMA minimum
use standards for since the CAMA regulations may allow
drystack storage boat facilities)
While there is very limited opportunity for
accommodating public mooring fields, such facilities shall be
permitted in accordance with CAMA regulations.
3.429 Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas.
Policy: Currently, no land within the River Bend jurisdiction is zoned
for industrial use. River Bend does not desire to promote
industrial development within the town's jurisdiction.
3.429.1 Sea Level Rise Impacts.
Due to the uncertainty surrounding the extent and magnitude of
sea level rise, the Town of River Bend does not feel it is in a position at
this time to develop a specific policy statement. The town supports
continued state research into the problems associated with sea level rise
and will consider the development of policies to address sea level rise as
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3.429.2 Bulkhead Installation Damage to Marshes.
Policy: Bulkheads will be permitted provided that all of the use
standards of 15 NCAC 7H.0208 (b) (7) are adhered to.
Implementation Methods: The town will coordinate its review
of requests for bulkheads with DCM.
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The major issues discussed in the formulation of Trent Woods' updated resource
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priority order):
■ Conservation of wetlands.
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■ Surface and ground water quality.
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■ Provision of municipal sewer service.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Resource Protection.
The town's overall general policy concerning resource protection is to give the highest
' priority to the protection and management of the area's natural resources, to safeguard
and perpetuate their biological, social, economic, and aesthetic values, and to ensure that
development occurring within natural resource areas is compatible with the
' characteristics of the natural areas so as to minimize the likelihood of significant loss of
private property and public resources. It is the town's intent that its policies concerning
resource protection be consistent with CAMA 711 Use Standards except for the town's
' policies concerning marinas, floating homes, drystack boat storage facilities, and public
mooring fields which are more restrictive than the CAMA use standards. After a
discussion of resource protection issues, the updated policy statements delineated in
Section 3.431 through Section 3.439.2 were developed.
3.431 Constraints To Land Development.
3.431.1 Flood Hazard Areas.
Policy: Minimize the location of land uses and structures in
identified flood hazard areas.
' Implementation Methods: Trent Woods will continue to
participate in the National Flood Insurance Program and
promote enforcement through the Craven County
' building inspection program. Proposed developments
which are not otherwise damaging to AECs may be
permitted, provided protective measures which comply
with flood insurance requirements are imposed. Trent
' Woods is supportive of the hazard mitigation elements
of the National Flood Insurance Program. Trent Woods
also supports continued enforcement of the CAMA and
' 404 wetlands development permit processes in areas
susceptible to flooding, and with state policies and
regulations for development in areas of environmental
' concern. Trent Woods supports maintenance of the
integrity of the existing Trent River shoreline to prevent
flooding.
' 3.431.2 Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use.
Policy: Direct the most intensive development to areas with
' adequate water and sewer service.
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ordinance and in cooperation with the Craven County
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where soils are not suitable for septic tanks and where
sewer lines are not available or are not feasible. Septic
tank installation, where permissible, shall be in
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regulations. Development in areas where soil types have
limited bearing capacity will not be encouraged.
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Policy: Trent Woods will permit those land uses which conform to the
general use standards of the North Carolina Administrative Code
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except as noted elsewhere in this section.
Implementation Methods: Trent Woods will continue to utilize the
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along with federal and state permit and review processes (404
and CAMA) as tools to guide development in AECs. The Town
of Trent Woods concurs with the CAMA 7H Use Standards for
each of the Areas of Environmental Concern delineated below
except that the Town opposes the location of marinas, drystack
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within its planning jurisdiction.
3.432.1 Coastal Wetlands.
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subdivision regulations, land uses in coastal wetlands to
those that support wetlands conservation and which do
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Implementation Methods: Trent Woods will review and update
its local land use regulations, if needed, to accomplish
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Policy: Trent Woods is supportive of the CAMA development
permit process for estuarine shoreline areas and the
requisite development standards which allow both
shoreline stabilization and facilitation of proper
drainage.
Implementation Methods: The town will permit residential and
recreational development in the estuarine shoreline area
provided that such development is compatible with both
the dynamic nature of the estuarine shoreline and the
values of the estuarine system. Appropriate land uses
within the estuarine shoreline include any permissible
land uses authorized by the Trent Woods Zoning
Ordinance that conform to CAMA development
standards.
The town will evaluate its land use regulations to
determine if additional local standards regarding
limitations on maximum built -upon area are warranted.
Proposed Time Schedule: The town will review its land use
regulations within 12 months following the certification
of the land use plan update and will, if determined to be
appropriate or required, submit applications for funding
assistance from the NC Division of Coastal
Management for revisions to the town's zoning
ordinance and subdivision regulations.
3.432.4 Outstanding Resource Waters.
There are currently no water bodies within the town's
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Policy: The town concurs with federal standards for
development within freshwater wetlands.
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of land development plans with the US Army Corps of
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on the National Register of Historic Places. Trent Woods supports the
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been identified.
3.434 Hurricane And Flood Evacuation Needs And Plans.
(See Section 3.831)
3.435 Potable Water Supply Protection.
Policy: Trent Woods recognizes the importance of protecting potable
water supplies and, therefore, supports the enforcement of
regulations by the NC Division of Water Quality through NCAC
Subchapter 2L and Subchapter 2C.
Implementation Methods: The town will coordinate land development
activities involving hazardous chemical or petroleum storage
and disposal with the appropriate county and state regulatory
agencies. The town also supports management practices that
address the incidental use of hazardous materials such as
insecticides, herbicides, fertilizers, etc. The town supports the
use of water conservation practices and groundwater protection
measures in order to prevent lowering the water table, to limit
the quantity of wastewater generated, and to protect the quality
of water. The town supports state regulations regarding
underground storage tanks.
3.436 Use of Package Treatment Plants.
Policy: Package treatment plants may be permitted in existing built-up
areas in which municipal sewer service is currently unavailable
provided that they conform to state permitting requirements and
are designed to be eventually connected to a central collection
system. The Town of Trent Woods opposes the use the package
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include (i) the formation of a legal, private entity to properly
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package treatment plant should the private operation fail.
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and waterfront areas, and allowing stormwater to percolate into
the ground rather than discharging it directly to coastal waters.
The town will coordinate its approval of land
development projects with (i) the permitting requirements and
stormwater regulations of the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality, and (ii) the soil erosion and sedimentation control
regulations of the Land Quality Section of the North Carolina
Division of Land Resources.
The town promotes the coordination with adjoining
local government jurisdictions of comprehensive stormwater
management practices and policies to enhance water quality and
to minimize stormwater flow through the town from
surrounding jurisdictions.
The town will continue to participate in the Regional
Wastewater Task Force which was formed to evaluate long-term
wastewater treatment options for the Carteret, Craven, Onslow,
and Pamlico County area.
3.438 Marinas, Piers, Docks, and Floating Home Development.
Policy: Trent Woods does not, through it's zoning ordinance, permit
marinas, commercial piers or docks, floating homes, or drystack
boat storage facilities within its planning jurisdiction.
Expansion of the town's existing marina will be evaluated on a
case -by -case basis.
Implementation Methods: Marinas and commercial piers or docks are
not allowed within Trent Woods (This policy is more restrictive
than CAMA minimum use standards for marinas since the
CAMA regulations may allow marinas). Due to the lack of
appropriate sites for new marinas, the town does not anticipate
requests for locating new marinas within the town's planning
jurisdiction. The town will permit the development of
noncommercial docking facilities to serve residential
developments in accordance with CAMA 7H Use Standards.
Requests for such noncommercial docking facilities and requests
for expansion of the existing marina will be reviewed and
approved by the Town in accordance with the 7H standards and
the applicable Town zoning requirements.
The town will continue to prohibit permanently
occupied floating homes in its jurisdiction. Floating structures
are defined as 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. A boat is defined as a vessel or watercraft of
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any type or size specifically designed to be self-propelled,
whether by engine, sail, oar, or paddle or other means, which is
used to travel from place to place by water (This policy is more
restrictive than CAMA minimum use standards for floating
homes since the CAMA regulations may allow floating homes
' within permitted marinas).
Drystack storage boat facilities are not permitted within
the town (This policy is more restrictive than CAMA minimum
use standards for since the CAMA regulations may allow
' drystack storage boat facilities).
The Town of Trent Woods opposes the development of
public mooring fields within its planning jurisdiction (This
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since the CAMA regulations may allow public mooring fields).
3.439 Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas.
Policy: The town, through its zoning ordinance, will ensure that
industrial development does not adversely impact identified
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Implementation Methods: Currently, no land within the Trent Woods
jurisdiction is zoned for industrial use. Trent Woods does not
' desire to promote industrial development within the town's
jurisdiction.
3.439.1 Sea Level Rise Impacts.
' Due to the uncertainty surrounding the extent and magnitude of
sea level rise, the Town of Trent Woods does not feel it is in a position
at this time to develop a specific policy statement.
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3.439.2 Bulkhead Installation Damage to Marshes.
Policy: Bulkheads will be permitted provided that all of the use
standards of 15 NCAC 7H.0208 (b) (7) are adhered to.
Implementation Methods: The town will coordinate its review
of requests for bulkheads with DCM.
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3.500 Updated Resource Production and Management Policies and Implementation
Strategies
The major issues discussed in the developmentofNew Bern's updated resource
production and management policy statements centered around the following topics:
■ Sensitive conversion of agricultural and commercial forest lands to more
intense uses.
■ Preservation of agricultural and commercial forest areas.
■ Implementation of `best management practices' for agricultural and forest
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■ Enhancing recreational fishing and boating opportunities.
■ Expanding public and pedestrian access to the waterfront.
■ Reclamation of mineral production areas.
■ Promotion of recycling and other conservation efforts.
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■ Determining land use and transportation impacts on resources.
■ Promotion of greenways.
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■ Promotion of buffers between resource production activities and other land
uses.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Resource
Production and Management. The City of New Bern's intent concerning
resource protection and management is to support the effective management of
the area's resources to ensure the continued environmental and economic well-
being of the New Bern area. The city will consider the impacts on local and
regional resources of land development/conversion decisions. It will seek to
' improve cooperation and coordination with other public (especially neighboring
local governments) and private agencies involved in resource protection and
management. New Bern will also support the management and protection of its
I resources and will coordinate with local, state and national organizations. In
referring to resource, both the natural and built environs are included. It is the
city's intent that its policies concerning resource production and management be
consistent with CAMA 7H Use Standards. Following a discussion of the above
' issues, the resource production and management policies outlined in Section
3.511 through Section 3.517 were formulated.
3.511 Productive Agricultural Lands.
Policy. The City, through its land use guidelines, will encourage intensive
development in areas with existing public infrastructure and will
' discourage intensive development in areas of agricultural activity until
such time that the areas are fully served by public infrastructure and
more intensive development is warranted.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will continue to use land use
guidelines, such as the Land Use Ordinance, to ensure that the
subdivision of agricultural land promotes open space and cluster
development without adversely impacting adjacent agricultural lands.
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New Bern will continue to support use -value assessment as a
means of preserving the farming base and encouraging farmers owning
parcels of 10 acres or more to apply for present use -value assessment.
Present use —value assessment is a process whereby qualifying
agricultural, horticultural, and forestland is eligible for a lower
assessment for real property taxes. Under this process, the assessment is
based upon the value of the property for its present use rather than
market value. New Bern will continue to promote public awareness of
agricultural Best Management Practices in the city and surrounding
areas, while encouraging farmers to implement such practices to the
benefit of their natural resource production activities. The city supports
applicable State and Federal agricultural programs to assist farming in
and around New Bern.
3.512 Commercial Forest Lands.
Policy: The city, through its land use guidelines, will encourage intensive
development in areas with public infrastructure and will discourage
intensive development in areas of forestry activity until such time that
the areas are fully served by public infrastructure and more intensive
development is warranted.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will continue to use land use
guidelines, such as the Land Use Ordinance, to ensure that the
development of commercial forest land can be optimally achieved
without adversely impacting adjacent commercial forest lands.
New Bern will continue to support use -value assessment as a
means of preserving the forestry resource base and encourage owners of
parcels of 10 acres or more to apply for use -value assessment. New
Bern will promote public awareness of forestry Best Management
Practices in the area while encouraging private forestry industry to
implement such practices to the benefit of their natural resource
production activities. The city will encourage replanting of areas within
its corporate and extraterritorial jurisdiction. The city supports
applicable state and federal forestry programs to benefit local forestry
concerns.
3.513 Mineral Production Areas.
Limestone is the primary mineral resource in the New Bern planning area.
Currently, limestone is mined by three operations. The city intends to examine local
requirements for this use and may strengthen the Land Use Ordinance to further clarify
the community's standards. Additionally, the city intends to develop standards for the
reuse of these sites once mineral production activities have ceased at a location.
Proposed Time Schedule: Revisions to the Land Use Ordinance mineral
extraction use are anticipated to be completed within 12 to 18 months
after the update process is initiated.
3.514 Commercial and Recreational Fisheries.
Policy: New Bern supports, at minimum, maintaining the existing water quality
in all productive water bodies and encourages the improvement of area
water quality. Trawling activities in estuarine waters are not opposed
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3.515 Off -Road Vehicles.
Policy: Off -road vehicle use is permitted in accordance with municipal
ordinances.
Implementation Methods: The City Code restricts the use of off -road
vehicles on public lands except on roadways open to motor
vehicles and where signs permit such use.
3.516 Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Land Development Impacts
on Resources.
Policy: The city will utilize its land use regulations and utility extension
policies to guide growth and to mitigate the impact of urban
development on resources.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will use the Land
Classification System to encourage and guide the location of
intensive land development activities in areas of the city and its
extraterritorial jurisdiction served by public utilities.
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development in the estuarine shoreline will be allowed only if
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3.517 Peat or Phosphate Mining Impacts on Resources.
Peat or phosphate mining operations are not now nor are they
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The major issues discussed in the development of River Bend's updated resource
production and management policy statements centered around the following topics:
■ The impact of land development activities on marine fisheries.
' ■ The provision of public recreational space and water access.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Resource Production
' and Management. The town's overall general policy concerning resource production
and management is to support the effective management of the area's natural resources
so as to ensure the continued environmental and economic well being of the River Bend
planning jurisdiction. The town will continue to consider the impacts on local and
1 regional natural resources in all land development decisions and will seek to improve the
cooperation and coordination with other public and private agencies involved with
natural resource production and management. It is the town's intent that its policies
concerning resource production and management be consistent with CAMA 7H Use
Standards except that the town's policy concerning locating marinas in primary nursery
areas is more restrictive than the CAMA regulations. Following a discussion of the
above issues, the resource production and management policies outlined in Section 3.521
through Section 3.527 were formulated.
3.521 Productive Agricultural Lands.
While there is a very small amount of acreage in town currently used for
agricultural purposes, the Town of River Bend anticipates that such land will
ultimately be used for urban purposes.
3.522 Commercial Forest Lands.
While there is a very small amount of acreage in town currently used as
a tree farm, the Town of River Bend anticipates that such land will ultimately be
used for urban purposes.
3.523 Mineral Production Areas.
No existing nor potential mineral production areas are located within the
River Bend planning jurisdiction. Mining operations would not be permitted
within the town's planning jurisdiction under the current zoning regulations.
Therefore, no policy statement is necessary.
3.524 Commercial and Recreational Fisheries.
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productive water bodies maintained. The town will cooperate
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to preserve and improve riverine and estuarine water quality.
Trawling activities in estuarine waters are opposed by the town.
Implementation Methods: The town will allow only those developments
which meet state and/or federal permitting requirements for
acceptable impacts on riverine and estuarine water fish habitats.
The town will cooperate with the Water Quality Section, NC
' Division of Water Quality to preserve and improve riverine and
estuarine water quality.
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and subdivision regulations, that developments locating adjacent
to coastal waters make every effort to mitigate any adverse
effects on riverine and estuarine water quality and on fish
habitat areas. The town will maintain it's current low density
zoning classifications and will ensure that subsurface sewage
disposal systems are permitted only in conformance with county
health department regulations.
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planning jurisdiction for new marina construction, the town's
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jurisdiction. Therefore, the conventional threat of off -road vehicles is not
considered an issue in the River Bend planning jurisdiction.
3.526 Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Land Development Impacts
on Resources.
Policy: Residential, commercial, public, and institutional land
development in the estuarine shoreline will be allowed only if
the applicable permitting agency has determined that such
development meets state and/or federal permitting requirements
for acceptable impacts on estuarine resources and water quality.
Implementation Methods: River Bend views itself as being in a position
to accommodate growth and development. Additional
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development, particularly residential development, is considered
desirable. Some additional commercial development is
anticipated within the River Bend jurisdiction. Industrial
development is not promoted within the town's jurisdiction.
Land development in conformance with existing regulatory
controls will be encouraged in River Bend.
The town allows for the expansion of existing marinas,
consistent with the town's zoning ordinance, state and federal
permitting systems, and policies stated elsewhere in this plan.
New marinas will not be permitted (This policy is more
restrictive than CAMA minimum use standards since the CAMA
regulations may allow new marina construction).
Only those uses which are water dependent and cannot
function elsewhere will be permitted in coastal wetlands
consistent with CAMA permitting requirements.
3.527 Peat or Phosphate Mining Impacts on Resources.
Peat or phosphate mining operations are not now nor are they
anticipated to be located in River Bend planning area. Such mining operations
would, however, not be permitted within the town's planning jurisdiction under
the current zoning restrictions.
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The major issues discussed in the development of Trent Woods' updated
resource production and management policy statements centered around the following
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■ The impact of land development activities on marine fisheries.
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Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Resource Production
and Management. The town's overall general policy concerning resource production
and management is to support the effective management of the area's natural resources
so as to ensure the continued environmental and economic well being of the Trent
Woods planning jurisdiction. The town will continue to consider the impacts on local
and regional natural resources in all land development decisions and will seek to
improve the cooperation and coordination with other public and private agencies
involved with natural resource production and management. It is the town's intent that
its policies concerning resource production and management be consistent with CAMA
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ensure that subsurface sewage disposal systems are permitted
only in conformance with county health department regulations.
Trent Woods will allow in coastal wetland areas only
those developments, except for marinas, which are water
dependent and cannot function elsewhere and which will meet
local regulations and state and/or federal permitting
requirements for acceptable impacts on coastal and estuarine
water fish habitats. New marinas are not allowed within the
Town of Trent Woods (This policy is more restrictive than
CAMA minimum use standards for marinas since the CAMA
regulations may allow marinas).
The Town of Trent Woods is opposed to projects such
as channel and inlet dredging and stabilization projects that do
not minimize their adverse impacts on fish habitats.
3.535 Off -Road Vehicles.
The conventional threat of off -road vehicles is not considered an issue in
the Trent Woods planning jurisdiction. Therefore, a policy statement was not
developed.
3.536 Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Land Development Impacts
on Resources.
Policy: Additional residential development is considered desirable.
Non-residential uses, except recreational, are not promoted in
the town's jurisdiction.
Implementation Methods: The Town will use its local land use
regulations to guide growth and mitigate the impact on local
resources. Only those non-commercial uses which are water
dependent and cannot function elsewhere will be permitted in
coastal wetlands consistent with CAMA permitting
requirements.
Residential and public land development in the estuarine
shoreline will be allowed only if the applicable permitting
agency has determined that such development meets state and/or
federal permitting requirements for acceptable impacts on
estuarine resources and water quality.
Trent Woods does not permit new marinas nor
commercial piers or docks (This policy is more restrictive than
CAMA minimum use standards for marinas since the CAMA
regulations may allow marinas).
3.537 Peat or Phosphate Mining Impacts on Resources.
Peat or phosphate mining operations are not now nor are they anticipated
to be located in the Trent Woods planning area. Such mining operations would,
however, not be permitted within the town's planning jurisdiction under the
current zoning restrictions.
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3.600 Updated Economic and Community Development Policies and Implementation
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A number of issues were identified as New Bern's updated economic and
community development policy statements were being formulated. The major issues
involved the following topics:
■ Preserving New Bern's historic character and resources.
■ Promoting the City Center (the downtown central business district).
■ Promoting waterfront development that provides maximum public access.
■ Encouraging safety and livability in neighborhoods with pedestrian
accessways (sidewalks, trails, greenways, etc.) for purposes of recreation,
interaction, buffering and convenient access to shopping, employment and
other activities.
■ Redeveloping the Five Points and RiverStation areas.
■ Maintaining and upgrading the existing housing stock (through CDBG,
NCHFA, MHC, etc.).
■ Promoting new housing development (affordable, in -fill, special needs, etc.).
■ Promoting tourism.
■ Ensuring appropriate commercial development along major corridors
through improved development standards and design review.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Economic and
Community Development. The City of New Bern supports growth that is consistent
with local policies and plans, and that preserves the environment and community
character. Development must meet or exceed state and federal permitting requirements
for acceptable impacts on natural resources. In addition, the city will enforce and update
existing ordinances and guidelines to ensure maintenance of New Bern's individual
character and livability with special emphasis on historical preservation, design
standards, landscaping, corridor protection, open space, and appropriate signage. The
city also views redevelopment of older deteriorating areas along with the sensitive infill
of vacant areas as important to its health and future growth. After a discussion of
economic and community development issues, the policy statements delineated in
Section 3.611 through Section 3.619.2 were formulated.
3.611 General Land Development Policies.
Policy: New Bern supports managing and directing the city's growth
and development in balance with the availability of municipal
services. Further, the city will promote only those types of
development that will meet city, state and federal permitting
requirements for acceptable impacts on natural resources and
which retain and maintain the present character.
Implementation Methods: The city will encourage land development in
areas that currently have the necessary support infrastructure
(water, sewer, streets, etc.) or where these services can readily
be made available. Land development will be guided to areas
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that have public water and sewer and an adequate street system
to accommodate increased land development. The City of New
Bern will develop a Comprehensive Plan to govern land use
decisions, guide the provision of public services and
infrastructure, and avoid sprawl.
The city will support local intergovernmental
cooperation with regard to land use planning issues, such as ETJ
areas, stormwater management, and thoroughfare planning.
Commercial development will be encouraged to locate
within the existing commercially -zoned areas situated along
New Bern's major corridors and within the central business
district.
New Bern will continue to support industrial
development in designated industrial areas within the city and
county.
The city will continue to encourage accessible
development with convenient access for motorists and non -
motorists alike. The city encourages the establishment of
walking and bicycle trails and the provision of public water
access.
The city encourages and promotes commercial and
residential development that is coordinated with adjacent
developments. The city, through its Land Use Ordinance, will
require developers to examine the accumulative effects of
proposed new development on the immediate area. The city will
require owners to work together to resolve non -site specific
development issues, such as traffic flow, stormwater runoff,
signage and other factors that contribute to urban sprawl.
Proposed Time Schedule: Preparation of the Comprehensive Plan is
anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months after the
project is initiated.
3.612 Desired Types of Urban Growth Patterns.
Policy: Generally speaking, the residents and officials of New Bern are
in favor of growth in the form of environmentally responsible
economic and community development which compliments the
existing character of the city.
Implementation Methods: The city encourages and promotes commercial
and residential development that is coordinated with adjacent
developments. The city, through its Land Use Ordinance, will
require developers to examine the accumulative effects of
proposed new development on the immediate area. The city will
require owners to work together to resolve non -site specific
development issues, such as traffic flow, storm -water runoff,
signage and other factors that contribute to urban sprawl.
New Bern will encourage the development of
commercial uses in the existing commercially -zoned areas along
its major corridors and the central business district. The city
will continue to utilize the Urban Design Plan as a guide to
appropriate development techniques and locations within the
downtown and surrounding areas including Five Points. The
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city will maintain an updated Urban Design Plan to guide
desired development in the downtown and surrounding areas.
New Bern will continue to encourage a variety of
housing options through a balance of preservation, rehabilitation
and new development.
New Bern will require the creation of pedestrian
linkages, such as walkways and bicycle paths, between
residential and non-residential developments as a means of
encouraging alternative means of transportation. The city will
also require that waterfront developments include adequate
public water access.
The city will discourage the extension of municipal
services to developing areas unless the owners in such areas
agree to be annexed. The city will encourage voluntary
annexations as a mechanism for promoting orderly growth and
utility extensions.
New Bern discourages the development of any future
landfill operations in and around city's planning jurisdiction.
3.613 Local Commitment to Providing Services to Development.
Policy: The City of New Bern remains committed to providing
appropriate municipal services, facilities and infrastructure to
support additional desired development in New Bern and its
extra -territorial jurisdiction. The provision of these services,
facilities and infrastructure will be based upon the Land Use
Plan, the city's financial capacity, and the economic feasibility
of providing the assistance.
Implementation Methods: The city will employ the Land Classification
Map, the local Land Use Ordinance and the Comprehensive
Plan, once completed, to guide the provision of services.
Services will be directed to areas where growth and
development are desired for the orderly expansion of more
intensive land uses.
The City of New Bern will continue to seek ways of
improving its transportation system. This may be in the form of
continued lobbying of the NC Department of Transportation to
ensure that the proposed thoroughfare plan is realized and that
new projects are added to the seven-year or ten-year traffic
improvements plan as needed.
Proposed Time Schedule: Preparation of the Comprehensive Plan is
anticipated to be completed within 18 to 24 months after the
project is initiated.
3.614 Redevelopment of Developed Areas.
Policy: Replacement of existing structures within ABCs shall be
permitted in accordance with the CAMA requirements of 15
NCAC 7J.0210 and .0211. Redevelopment within other areas of
the city shall be consistent with the city's land use regulations
and adopted plans and guidelines.
Implementation Methods: New Bern encourages the redevelopment of
vacant lots within established residential neighborhoods at the
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project is initiated.
3.615 Commitment to State and Federal Programs.
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planning areas related to community and economic development
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supply of decent, safe and affordable housing. The city will
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Policy: The city will give whatever assistance possible and feasible to
the US Army Corps of Engineers and the State of North
Carolina in the maintenance of the Neuse River, Trent River and
other area waterways.
3.617 Energy Facility Siting and Development.
Policy: New Bern opposes any offshore exploratory drilling for gas or
oil.
Implementation Methods: No energy -related heavy industrial facilities
exist at this time within New Bern's planning jurisdiction. Any
proposed facility will be evaluated for consistency with the New
Bern Land Use Ordinance and other applicable development
guidelines.
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3.618 Tourism.
Policy: New Bern will continue to promote and enhance tourism and
related development opportunities that complement the
community's character and promotes its historic heritage.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will continue to
support and cooperate with local and regional public interest
groups responsible for promoting tourism in the region.
The city will support efforts to attract special events and
other activities to draw business and people to New Bern
annually. The city shall continue to provide for the diverse
recreational needs of the permanent and, peak seasonal
populations as well as tourists by supporting the design and
construction of extensive waterfront amenities and access
points.
The city recognizes the importance of historic
preservation in attracting tourists and will continue to promote
the preservation of its historic resources.
3.619 Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access.
Policy: The City of New Bern will continue to promote and enhance
public water access. Estuarine water access must comply with
State standards for access locations as expressed in 7H .303.
Implementation Methods: New Bern will continue to enhance
pedestrian interaction with the Trent and Neuse River
waterfronts through the construction of a pedestrian promenade
and trail system from Linden Street to Lawson Creek Park and
from Avenue D to Queens Street. The city will continue to
apply for funding dedicated to enhancement of waterfront area
and the development of the promenade and trail linkage.
New Bern will support and promote the downtown and
waterfront areas as a location for festivals, markets, and
recreational activities.
The city will continue efforts with the NC Division of
Coastal Management and the Office of Water Resources to
obtain public trust water access assistance in funding the
planning, land acquisition and site development of these
improvements. Any such improvements will be in accordance
with the Urban Design Plan and the Waterfront Conservation
and Development Plan.
The city will support the development and enhancement
of urban waterfront areas as long as such projects are compatible
with local plans and are in compliance with state and federal
environmental standards. Waterfront development shall provide
a public access easement adjacent to the shoreline along with
improvements resulting in a pedestrian promenade in concert
with the Urban Design Plan and the Waterfront Conservation
and Development Plan.
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3.619.1 Anticipated Residential Development and Requisite
Support Services.
Residential development is anticipated to concentrate
along US Highway 70E (Taberna, Tract 32, and adjacent
properties), US Highway 17S from its intersection with Trent
Road out to the Rocky Run Road area, and along Racetrack
Road and the area of Neuse Boulevard from Racetrack Road
north. Public facility capacities appear to be adequate for the
areas; however, there is little planning in place on the proper
location and type of facilities needed (streets, recreation, police,
fire, water and sewer, etc.). Comprehensive planning coupled
with capital improvements programming are needed to insure
the adequacy and efficiency of facilities in these areas. In
addition, planning is needed to provide and maintain community
character and livability.
Policy: The city will promote residential development in areas
that currently have or that will be provided with the
necessary support municipal services.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will continue,
through its Land Use Ordinance, to require that new
residential development have adequate support services.
The city will seek opportunities for assistance in
expanding and linking walkingibicycle paths and
sidewalks throughout the city.
The city will seek to increase alternatives to
automobiles by promoting cluster development with a
linked system of trails and sidewalks for pedestrians and
cyclists.
The city will continue to work in individual
communities to develop a vision and identify service
needs using a neighborhood planning process.
The city will seek funding to undertake a
comprehensive plan to develop guidelines and to
prioritize the provision of services where possible based
on the neighborhood planning process.
Proposed Time Schedule: The preparation of an application for
funding assistance from the NC Division of Coastal
Management for the development of a Comprehensive
Plan is projected for April 1999. Preparation of the
Comprehensive Plan is anticipated to be completed
within 18 to 24 months after the project is initiated.
3.619.2 Other Identified Local Land Development Issues.
Policy: Preserving community character and insuring
sustainability are critical to New Bern's future as
development continues.
Implementation Methods: Innovative and sensitive development
approaches must be encouraged to help ensure a
successful future for the city. Approaches such as open
space subdivisions, clustering, planned unit
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calming, buffering, design standards, etc. can help meet
development challenges.
New Bern will strive to improve and enhance
the city's visual quality and attractiveness.
The City of New Bern will seek to improve
storm drainage by having the US Army Corps of
Engineers undertake a drainage study and by
incorporating the Corps' recommendations into public
infrastructure improvements and new standards for
private development.
The city, using a Comprehensive Plan and other
growth plans, will seek to increase efficiency and
expand services to meet the demands created by growth.
The city should also look toward future
expansion of its boundaries and the effect of
development in adjacent areas. The city will consider
expanding its corporate limits as areas located on the
periphery of its boundaries develop and meet the
statutory qualifications for annexation.
In order to keep its land development regulatory
tools current and to ensure that such tools are effectively
implementing the policies of this Land Use Plan update,
the city requested and received financial assistance from
the Division of Coastal Management to update and
revise its Land Use Ordinance.
Proposed Time Schedule: Revisions to the Land Use Ordinance
are anticipated within 12 to 18 months after the update
process is initiated.
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A wide array of issues were identified as River Bend's updated economic and
community development policy statements were being formulated. The major issues
involved the following topics:
■ Stormwater runoff.
■ Maintaining existing low residential densities.
■ The impact of additional commercial development on US Highway 17.
■ Providing a second vehicular access to River Bend from US Highway 17.
■ The impact of improvements to major thoroughfares in the vicinity of River
Bend.
■ Provision of municipal sewer service to future residential development.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Economic and
Community Development. River Bend's overall general policy concerning economic
and community development is to consider moderate growth of the community as a
desirable objective. Further, the town will promote only those types of development that
meet state and federal permitting requirements for acceptable impacts on natural
resources and which retain and maintain the town's present character. After a discussion
of economic and community development issues, the policy statements delineated in
Section 3.621 through Section 3.629.2 were formulated.
3.621 General Land Development Policies.
Policy: River Bend supports managing and directing the town's growth
and development in balance with the availability of municipal
services. Further, the town will promote only those types of
development that will meet state and/or federal permitting
requirements for acceptable impacts on natural resources and
which retain and maintain the town's present character.
Implementation Methods: The town encourages land development in
areas that currently have the necessary support infrastructure
(water, sewer, streets, etc.) or where these services can readily
be made available. Residential development will be compatible
with the scale and density of existing residential areas without
adversely affecting them. Commercial development will be
encouraged to locate within the existing commercially -zoned
areas situated along US Highway 17.
The town will support local intergovernmental
cooperation with regard to land use planning issues, such as ETJ
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The town encourages the establishment of walking and
bicycle trails within its jurisdictional area.
River Bend will continue to support industrial
development within designated industrial areas of Craven
County that are located outside of the town's planning
jurisdiction.
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3.622 Desired Types of Urban Growth Patterns.
Policy: Generally speaking, the town is in favor of growth in the form of
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development which is in keeping with the character of the town.
Implementation Methods. River Bend will continue to promote a variety
of land uses which complement the residential, commercial,
institutional, and recreational needs of the community. The
majority of future development is anticipated to be residential in
nature. Current residential densities are expected to be
maintained in order to preserve the overall low -density character
of River Bend. River Bend will continue to maintain residential
areas that are used exclusively for conventional, detached
single-family dwellings.
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commercial uses along the existing commercially -zoned areas
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municipal services to support additional development. The
provision of basic municipal services shall be based upon the
town's financial capacity and the economic feasibility of
providing the municipal service.
Implementation Methods: The Town of River Bend will continue to
provide sewage treatment services to areas inside the town
limits. The town will also provide these services to areas
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outside of the corporate limits if capacity permits, if the cost of
extending service is borne by the developer or user, and if the
developer or user agrees to be annexed into the town.
The Town of River Bend will continue to cooperate with
Craven County in the provision of fire and rescue services to the
town.
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The Town of River Bend will continue to seek means of
providing expanded and improved recreation facilities.
The Town of River Bend will continue to seek ways of
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improving its transportation system. This may be in the form of
requiring developers to build all or part of each segment of
streets proposed in the town's thoroughfare plan.
3.624 Redevelopment of Developed Areas.
Policy: Replacement of existing structures within AECs shall be
permitted in accordance with the CAMA requirements of 15
NCAC 710210 and .0211. The town encourages the
redevelopment of vacant lots within established residential
neighborhoods at the same density and intensity of scale as that
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3.625 Commitment to State and Federal Programs.
Policy: River Bend will evaluate state and federal programs which
impact the town's development. The town's policy has generally
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local development programs.
3.626 Assistance to Channel Maintenance Projects.
Policy: The town will give whatever assistance possible and feasible to
the US Army Corps of Engineers and the State of North
Carolina in the maintenance of the Trent River and other area
waterways.
Implementation Methods: The town will support and will participate
financially with the State in the dredging of Plantation Canal.
3.627 Energy Facility Siting and Development.
Policy: The Town of River Bend does not oppose offshore exploratory
drilling for oil or gas as long as the activities meet state and/or
federal permitting requirements for acceptable impacts and any
identified adverse environmental and economic impacts on
River Bend can be mitigated or negated.
Implementation Methods: Since energy -related heavy industrial
development is generally considered not desirable nor
compatible with the town's character and ability to provide
municipal services, electric generating plants, onshore
refineries, petroleum storage facilities, and related onshore
support facilities are not considered desirable land uses within
the River Bend planning jurisdiction.
3.628 Tourism.
Policy: The Town of River Bend acknowledges tourism as having an
important contribution to the regional economy. The town
supports tourism development for Craven County.
Implementation Methods: River Bend will promote tourist support
businesses and services which are compatible with the town's
zoning and other land use controls within the areas that are
currently zoning for commercial use.
3.629 Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access.
Policy: The Town of River Bend will seek to improve access to
wetlands and nature areas.
Implementation Methods: River Bend will seek financial assistance
from the NC Division of Coastal Management to improve access
to wetlands and nature areas. The Town of River Bend owns a
large tract of wetlands along the east side of Plantation Canal. It
has been proposed that the town develop an elevated walkway
system to permit public access to a portion of these wetlands.
The purpose of this access would be for observation of plants
and animals so that the public will become more aware of the
importance of wetlands. Also, in conjunction with a dredging
project involving Plantation Canal, the town has proposed that
an approximate one acre upland dredge disposal site located
near the confluence of the Trent River and Plantation Canal be
converted to a town park. This proposed park would enable the
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impact on wetland areas.
Proposed Time Schedule: Submission of an application to the Division
of Coastal Management for funding assistance to construct
accessways to wetlands and nature areas is anticipated in April
2000.
3.629.1 Anticipated Residential Development and Requisite Support
Services. Residential development which is projected for future
years will primarily involve low -density single-family
residences at a density of approximately 1 to 2 dwelling units
per acre. Such development is anticipated principally in the
northwestern portion of the town's planning jurisdiction.
Existing basic public facilities and services are generally
considered adequate to serve the projected residential
development through the planning period. However,
recreational space and long-term wastewater treatment are needs
that will be generated by increased residential development.
Policy: The town will promote low density residential
development.
Implementation Methods: The town will continue to require,
through its subdivision regulations, the dedication of
recreational space, or secondarily, the payment of an in -
lieu of fee in residential subdivision developments.
The town will continue to seek opportunities for
financial assistance to develop additional parks space
and walking/bicycling paths.
The town has recently received funding to
undertake a Comprehensive Plan to develop guidelines
for the use and development of existing undeveloped
land within the town's planning jurisdiction as well as
for the provision of streets, utilities, recreation and open
space, and municipal services.
Proposed Time Schedule: The Comprehensive Plan is
anticipated to be completed in May 2000.
3.629.2 Other Identified Local Land Development Issues.
Policy: The Town of River Bend will continue to explore and
support efforts to improve community appearance, town
planning efforts, and municipal service delivery.
Implementation Methods: River Bend will strive to improve and
enhance the town's visual quality and attractiveness.
The town will seek to improve its efficiency in
providing municipal services. The town will investigate
opportunities for grant assistance from the Division of
Coastal Management for improving its base mapping
which is integral to providing water and sewer, street
maintenance and repair, building inspection, zoning, and
general planning services. The town will seek to
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staff and service needs.
The town has recently received funding to
undertake a Comprehensive Plan to develop guidelines
for the use and development of existing undeveloped
land within the town's planning jurisdiction as well as
for the provision of streets, utilities, recreation and open
space, and municipal services.
The town will seek opportunities to secure a
second vehicular access to River Bend from US
Highway 17 in accordance with the adopted
Thoroughfare Plan.
In order to keep its land development regulatory
tools current and to ensure that such tools are effectively
implementing the policies of this Land Use Plan update,
the town will investigate opportunities for grant
assistance from the Division of Coastal Management to
update and revise its zoning ordinance and subdivision
regulations.
Proposed Time Schedule: The Comprehensive Plan is
anticipated to be completed in May 2000. The
submission of applications for funding assistance from
the NC Division of Coastal Management for revisions to
the town's zoning ordinance and subdivision regulations
is projected for April 2000 and April 2001.
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community development policy statements were being formulated. The major issues
involved the following topics:
■ Maintaining existing low residential densities.
■ Provision of municipal sewer service to residential development.
Basic Statement Regarding Community Attitude Towards Economic and
Community Development. Trent Woods' overall general policy concerning economic
and community development is to consider low -density residential growth of the
community as a desirable objective. Further, the town will promote only those types of
development that meet state and federal permitting requirements for acceptable impacts
on natural resources and which retain and maintain the town's present character. After a
discussion of economic and community development issues, the policy statements
delineated in Section 3.631 through Section 3.639.2 were formulated.
3.631 General Land Development Policies.
Policy: Trent Woods supports managing and directing the town's growth
and development in balance with the availability of municipal
services. Further, the town will promote only those types of
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Implementation Methods: Current residential densities will be
maintained or further restricted in order to preserve the overall
low -density character of Trent Woods.
3.633 Local Commitment to Providing Services to Development.
Policy: Trent Woods will remain committed to providing appropriate
municipal services to support development. The provision of
basic municipal services shall be based upon the town's
financial capacity and the economic feasibility of providing the
municipal service.
Implementation Methods: The Town of Trent Woods will examine the
feasibility of providing a municipal sewage treatment service to
areas within its boundaries.
The Town of Trent Woods will continue to coordinate
with the City of New Bern on the provision of water and sewer
service for residents. The Town of Trent Woods will continue
to work with Craven County and local volunteers on the
provision of fire and rescue services to the town.
The Town of Trent Woods will continue to seek means
of providing expanded and improved recreation facilities.
The Town of Trent Woods will continue to seek ways of
improving its transportation system. This may be in the form of
continuing lobbying of the NC Department of Transportation to
ensure that the proposed thoroughfare plan is realized and that
new projects are added to the ten-year traffic improvements plan
as they become necessary. The Town of Trent Woods also
supports the inclusion of bike lanes and other forms of
alternative transportation included in future thoroughfare plans.
3.634 Redevelopment of Developed Areas.
Policy: Replacement of existing structures within AECs shall be
permitted in accordance with the CAMA requirements of 15
NCAC 710210 and .0211.
3.635 Commitment to State and Federal Programs.
Policy: Trent Woods will evaluate state and federal programs which
impact the town's development. The town will seek to
participate in programs that are consistent with local interests.
3.636 Assistance to Channel Maintenance Projects.
Policy: The town will offer assistance, as deemed reasonable by the
Board of Commissioners, to the US Army Corps of Engineers
and the State of North Carolina in the maintenance of the Trent
River and other area waterways.
3.637 Energy Facility Siting and Development.
Policy: The Town of Trent Woods opposes offshore exploratory drilling
for oil or gas.
Implementation Methods: Since energy -related heavy industrial
development is generally considered not desirable nor compatible
with the town's character and ability to provide municipal
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storage facilities, and related onshore support facilities are not
permitted land uses within Trent Woods.
' 3.638 Tourism.
Policy: The Town of Trent Woods acknowledges tourism as having an
' important contribution to the regional economy. The town
supports tourism development for the region.
3.639 Coastal and Estuarine Water Beach Access.
Policy: Due to the unavailability of suitable sites for public water
access, the Town of Trent Woods will not seek to create public
access to its waterways and shorelines.
3.639.1 Anticipated Residential Development and Requisite Support
Services. Residential development which is projected for future years
will primarily involve low -density single-family residences at a density
of approximately 1 to 2 dwelling units per acre. Such development is
anticipated principally in the northwestern portion of the town's planning
jurisdiction. Existing basic public facilities and services are generally
considered adequate to serve the projected residential development
through the planning period. However, recreational space and long-term
' wastewater treatment are needs that will be generated by increased
residential development.
Policy: The town will promote low density residential development.
Implementation Methods: The town will continue to seek opportunities
for financial assistance to develop additional park space and
walking/bicycling paths. The town will continue to seek
' economically feasible options to provide sewer service to
residents.
3.639.2 Other Identified Local Land Development Issues.
Policy: The Town of Trent Woods will continue to explore and support
efforts to improve drainage and lessen the impact of stormwater
run-off.
Implementation Methods: In order to keep its land development
regulatory tools current and to ensure that such tools are
effectively implementing the policies of this Land Use Plan
update, the town will investigate opportunities for grant
assistance from the Division of Coastal Management to update
its zoning ordinance and subdivision regulations.
Proposed Time Schedule: The submission of applications for funding
assistance from the NC Division of Coastal Management for
revisions to the town's zoning ordinance and subdivision
' regulations is projected for April 2000 and April 2001.
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3.711 Continuing Public Participation Policies.
Policy: The City of New Bern recognizes the importance of providing
citizens with opportunities to participate in the community's
planning process. The city also recognizes that citizen
participation and citizen education must be made available on a
continuing basis.
Implementation Methods: The city adopted a citizen participation plan
during the initial stages of the New Bern Regional Land Use
Plan development process. The Citizen Participation Plan
provided for (i) the establishment of a Regional Land Use Plan
Steering Committee representing a cross-section of the
population of the New Bern region; (ii) an initial public
information meeting to serve as an educational opportunity to
inform the general public of the purposes of the CAMA Land
Use Plan and the process for updating the plan, to review the
policy statements contained within the former land use plans,
and to outline the public participation activities to be undertaken
during the preparation of the Regional Land Use Plan, (iii)
meetings of the Steering Committee at strategic points in the
land use update process; (iv) public forums to assist with the
validation of planning and land development issues and to assist
with the formulation of policy statements, (v) distribution of a
mail survey to solicit additional citizen input, (vi) a second
public information meeting following the completion of a
preliminary draft land use plan; (vii) news releases concerning
the land use planning process, preliminary plan, and final plan;
(viii) presentations by the New Bern Planning Department staff
and/or Steering Committee members to civic, business, church,
and similar groups, as requested, (ix) presentations by the New
Bern Planning Department staff and project coordinating
committee members to the Planning Boards in each of the
communities participating in the Regional Land Use Plan, (x) a
public hearing before the elected officials of each participating
community to review the Land Use Plan Update and to seek
citizen comments; (xi) public notices in the local newspaper of
meetings and the availability of the draft plan, and (xii)
development of a fold -out summary of the adopted plan tailored
to each participating _ community. A complete listing of
activities which implemented the citizen participation plan as
well as a copy of the Citizen Participation Plan adopted by the
three participating municipalities is provided in Appendix V.
The city has assessed the effectiveness of its citizen
participation plan and has determined that the process permitted
broad public participation at key formulative stages in the
preparation of the land use plan update. In addition to allowing
citizen input, the process also helped to educate the public about
land use planning and the management and protection of natural
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drafting of the plan update. The Board of Aldermen also
reviewed and adopted the Citizen Participation Plan. The
Steering Committee members made periodic progress reports to
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the Board of Aldermen. The Board of Aldermen will also
review comments from the Division of Coastal Management
concerning the preliminary draft of the plan update and has
prepared revisions to the draft plan. A public hearing on the
adoption of the final plan update will be conducted by the Board
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conducting periodic reviews of the Land Use Plan's policies.
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3.721 Continuing Public Participation Policies.
Policy: The Town of River Bend recognizes the importance of providing
citizens with opportunities to participate in the community's
' planning process. The town also recognizes that citizen
participation and citizen education must be made available on a
continuing basis.
' Implementation Methods: The town adopted a citizen participation plan
during the initial stages of the New Bern Regional Land Use
Plan development process. The Citizen Participation Plan
provided for (i) the establishment of a Regional Land Use Plan
' Steering Committee representing a cross-section of the
population of the New Bern region; (ii) an initial public
information meeting to serve as an educational opportunity to
inform the general public of the purposes of the CAMA Land
Use Plan and the process for updating the plan, to review the
policy statements contained within the former land use plans,
and to outline the public participation activities to be undertaken
during the preparation of the Regional Land Use Plan, (iii)
meetings of the Steering Committee at strategic points in the
land use update process; (iv) public forums to assist with the
validation of planning and land development issues and to assist
with the formulation of policy statements, (v) distribution of a
mail survey to solicit additional citizen input, (vi) a second
public information meeting following the completion of a
preliminary draft land use plan; (vii) news releases concerning
the land use planning process, preliminary plan, and final plan;
(viii) presentations by the New Bern Planning Department staff
and/or Steering Committee members to civic, business, church,
and similar groups, as requested; (ix) presentations by the New
' Bern Planning Department staff and project coordinating
committee members to the Planning Boards in each of the
communities participating in the Regional Land Use Plan, (x) a
' public hearing before the elected officials of each participating
community to review the Land Use Plan Update and to seek
citizen comments; (xi) public notices in the local newspaper of
meetings and the availability of the draft plan, and (xii)
development of a fold -out summary of the adopted plan tailored
to each participating community. A complete listing of
activities which implemented the citizen participation plan as
well as a copy of the Citizen Participation Plan adopted by the
three participating municipalities is provided in Appendix V.
The town has assessed the effectiveness of its citizen
participation plan and has determined that the process permitted
broad public participation at key formulative stages in the
preparation of the land use plan update. In addition to allowing
citizen input, the process also helped to educate the public about
land use planning and the management and protection of natural
resources. It shall be the policy of the Town of River Bend to
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land use planning and related policy matters.
The Town of River Bend Town Council has been
involved with the Land Use Plan Update throughout the plan
preparation process. The Town Council appointed five town
residents, including a councilman and members of the Planning
Board, to the Land Use Plan Steering Committee which was
responsible for overseeing the drafting of the plan update. The
Town Council also reviewed and adopted the Citizen
Participation Plan. The Steering Committee members made
periodic progress reports to the Town Council. The Town
Council will also review comments from the Division of Coastal
Management concerning the preliminary draft of the plan update
and has prepared revisions to the draft plan. A public hearing on
the adoption of the final plan update will be conducted by the
Town Council.
The town will ensure a continuous planning process by
conducting periodic reviews of the Land Use Plan's policies.
This review will be the responsibility of the River Bend
Planning Board and Town Board.
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3.731 Continuing Public Participation Policies.
Policy: The Town of Trent Woods recognizes the importance of
providing citizens with opportunities to participate in the
community's planning process. The town also recognizes that
citizen participation and citizen education must be made
available on a continuing basis.
Implementation Methods: The town adopted a citizen participation plan
during the initial stages of the New Bern Regional Land Use
Plan development process. The Citizen Participation Plan
provided for (i) the establishment of a Regional Land Use Plan
Steering Committee representing a cross-section of the
population of the New Bern region; (ii) an initial public
information meeting to serve as an educational opportunity to
inform the general public of the purposes of the CAMA Land
Use Plan and the process for updating the plan, to review the
policy statements contained within the former land use plans,
and to outline the public participation activities to be undertaken
during the preparation of the Regional Land Use Plan, (iii)
meetings of the Steering Committee at strategic points in the
land use update process; (iv) public forums to assist with the
validation of planning and land development issues and to assist
with the formulation of policy statements, (v) distribution of a
mail survey to solicit additional citizen input, (vi) a second
public information meeting following the completion of a
preliminary draft land use plan; (vii) news releases concerning
the land use planning process, preliminary plan, and final plan;
(viii) presentations by the New Bern Planning Department staff
and/or Steering Committee members to civic, business, church,
and similar groups, as requested, (ix) presentations by the New
Bern Planning Department staff and project coordinating
committee members to the Planning Boards in each of the
communities participating in the Regional Land Use Plan, (x) a
public hearing before the elected officials of each participating
community to review the Land Use Plan Update and to seek
citizen comments; (xi) public notices in the local newspaper of
meetings and the availability of the draft plan, and (xii)
development of a fold -out summary of the adopted plan tailored
to each participating community. A complete listing of
activities which implemented the citizen participation plan as
well as a copy of the Citizen Participation Plan adopted by the
three participating municipalities is provided in Appendix V.
The town has assessed the effectiveness of its citizen
participation plan and has determined that the process permitted
broad public participation at key formulative stages in the
preparation of the land use plan update. In addition to allowing
citizen input, the process also helped to educate the public about
land use planning and the management and protection of natural
resources. It shall be the policy of the Town of Trent Woods to
continue to use the local news media and public posted notices
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land use planning and related policy matters.
The Town of Trent Woods Board of Commissioners has
been involved with the Land Use Plan Update throughout the
plan preparation process. The Board of Commissioners
appointed four town residents, including the Mayor and a
commissioner, to the Land Use Plan Steering Committee which
was responsible for overseeing the drafting of the plan update.
The Board of Commissioners also reviewed and adopted the
Citizen Participation Plan. The Mayor and commissioner,
serving as the liaison between the Board of Commissioners and
Steering Committee, have made periodic progress reports to the
Board of Commissioners. The Board of Commissioners will
also review comments from the Division of Coastal
Management concerning the preliminary draft of the plan update
and has prepared revisions to the draft plan. A public hearing on
the adoption of the final plan update will be conducted by the
Board of Commissioners.
The town will ensure a continuous planning process by
conducting periodic reviews of the Land Use Plan's policies.
This review will be the responsibility of the Trent Woods
Planning Board and Town Board.
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3.800 Updated Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation
Policies and Implementation Strategies
Maps delineating hurricane surge inundation areas have been provided to the three
participating communities by the Division of Coastal Management. The surge areas are based
upon National Hurricane Center model maps and have been recompiled by the North Carolina
Center for Geographic Information and Analysis onto USGS 1:24,000-scale quadrangles. Surge
areas have been mapped to illustrate the extent of hurricane -induced flooding based upon slow
moving (5-15 mph) and fast moving (15.1-35 mph) category 2, 3, and 5 hurricanes. Storm surge
areas for fast moving hurricanes are shown in the Composite Hazards Map, Figure 10. Since the
extent of flooding is more severe with fast moving hurricanes than with slow moving hurricanes,
only the surge areas for fast moving hurricanes are delineated in Figure 10. Complete copies of
hurricane surge maps are available for review at the City of New Bern Planning and Inspection
Department and at the Town Clerk's Office at the River Bend Town Hall and the Trent Woods
Town Hall.
While the identified hurricane surge areas often parallel the 100-year flood hazard area
shown in Figure 3, there are some additional portions of the New Bern, River Bend, and Trent
Woods planning jurisdictions that are subject to hurricane -induced flooding. These areas are
generally located in New Bern east of the downtown/historic district peninsula and south of
Trent Road. In River Bend, these additional floodable areas due to hurricane surges are located
in the south central portion of Town around the golf course property. Practically all of Trent
Woods, except for the northernmost portions of Town, are susceptible to hurricane -induced
flooding. Residential and institutional uses are the most predominant land use types located
within the majority of the above -identified areas. Some commercial and industrial uses are
located within the hurricane -induced areas of New Bern, particularly in the area east of the
downtown/historic district.
Flooding as well as high winds would impact the New Bern Region during a major
coastal storm. The table below describes the impact of the various categories of hurricanes:
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evacuation, and post -disaster recovery. The City of New Bern
also supports the continuation of hurricane awareness programs.
Implementation Methods: The City of New Bern will continue to
actively enforce the NC State Building Code, particularly
requirements for construction standards to meet wind -restrictive
factors such as a design wind velocity.
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nonresidential uses.
New Bern will continue to support and cooperate with
the state and federal governments and other local units of
government in emergency management planning and training.
New Bern encourages the adequate planning,
development and use of motels, schools, condominiums, public
buildings and other large-scale structures for adequate and
sufficient emergency shelter.
The city will continue to support enforcement of state
and federal programs which aid in mitigation of hurricane
hazards, including CAMA and the US Army Corps of Engineers
`404' permit process and FEMA/National Insurance Flood
Insurance programs.
If any portion of the city's public infrastructure is
significantly damaged by a major storm, consideration will be
given to the feasibility of relocating or modifying the affected
facilities to prevent damage from recurring. Generally,
reconstruction shall be held at least to the same standards as
existed before the storm. Structures not conforming to the
minimum standards which were destroyed must be redeveloped
to the standards and policies as set forth by the New Bern Land
Use Ordinance (Article VIII-Section 15-125). As funding and
programs permit, the city will use land acquisition in the most
hazardous areas to minimize future damage and to protect lives.
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recovery plan pertaining to any given storm disaster for
consideration by the New Bern Board of Aldermen. The plan
shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (1)
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3.821 Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation
Policies.
Policy: The Town of River Bend supports the Craven County
Emergency Management Plan as it relates to disaster
preparation, evacuation, and post -disaster recovery. The Town
of River Bend also supports the continuation of hurricane
awareness programs.
Implementation Methods: River Bend will continue to support
enforcement of the NC State Building Code, particularly
requirements for construction standards to meet wind -resistive
factors such as a design wind velocity. The town also supports
provisions in the building code requiring tie -downs for newly
installed mobile homes, sheds, and outbuildings.
River Bend will continue to participate in the Regular
Phase of the National Flood Insurance Program and will
continue to enforce the provisions of the town's Flood Damage
Prevention Ordinance. River Bend will avoid zoning areas
susceptible to storm surge for higher density residential uses and
intensive nonresidential uses.
River Bend will continue to support and cooperate with
the state and federal governments and other local units of
government in emergency management planning and training.
The town will continue to support enforcement of state and
federal programs which aid in mitigation of hurricane hazards,
including CAMA and the US Army Corps of Engineers 404
permit process.
If any portion of the town's public infrastructure is
significantly damaged by a major storm, consideration will be
given to the feasibility of relocating or modifying the affected
facilities to prevent damage from recurring. Generally,
reconstruction shall be held at least to the same standards as
existed before the storm. Structures which were destroyed and
which did not conform to the town's storm hazard mitigation
policies, that is with basic measures to reduce damage by high
winds, flooding, wave action or erosion, must be redeveloped
according to those policies. The town's policy concerning the
public acquisition of land in the most hazardous areas is not to
acquire such lands.
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Policy: The Town of Trent Woods supports the Craven County
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preparation, evacuation, and post -disaster recovery. The Town
of Trent Woods also supports the continuation of hurricane
awareness programs.
Implementation Methods: Trent Woods will continue to support the
enforcement of the NC State Building Code by Craven County,
particularly requirements for construction standards to meet
wind -restrictive factors such as a design wind velocity. The
town also supports provisions in the building code requiring tie -
downs for newly installed mobile homes.
Trent Woods will continue to participate in the Regular
Phase of the National Flood Insurance Program. Trent Woods
will continue to support and cooperate with the state and federal
governments and other local units of government in emergency
management planning and training. The town will continue to
support enforcement of state and federal programs which aid in
mitigation of hurricane hazards, including CAMA and the US
Army Corps of Engineers 404 permit process.
If any portion of the town's public infrastructure is
significantly damaged by a major storm, consideration will be
given to the feasibility of relocating or modifying the affected
facilities to prevent damage from recurring. Generally,
reconstruction shall be held at least to the same standards as
existed before the storm. Structures which were destroyed and
which did not conform to the town's storm hazard mitigation
policies, that is with basic measures to reduce damage by high
winds, flooding, wave action or erosion, must be redeveloped
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4.000 LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
The land classification system was developed as a means of assisting in the implementation of
the land development policies. The land classification system is intended to be supported and
complemented by zoning, subdivision regulations, and other land management tools. The Land
Classification Map is not a regulatory mechanism but is, rather, a tool to help implement land
development policies.
The land classification system provides a framework to be used by the municipalities to identify
the future use of land. The designation of land classes allows the municipalities 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 away from environmentally fragile areas.
4.100 Description of Land Classifications
The CAMA regulations delineate seven land classes: Developed, Urban Transition,
Limited Transition, Community, Rural, Rural with Services, and Conservation. In applying the
land classification system, the municipalities have placed particular attention on how, where, and
when land development of certain types and intensity will be encouraged or discouraged. A
description of each of the seven land classifications is provided below.
4.110 Developed Classification. The purpose of the Developed land classification is
to provide for continued intensive development and redevelopment of existing
municipalities and their urban environs. Urban land uses and higher intensity uses,
which presently require the traditional urban services, should be classified as Developed.
Areas included in the Developed classification are currently urban in character, have
minimal undeveloped land remaining, and have in place or are scheduled to have in
place municipal or public services. Urban in character includes mixed land uses such as
residential, commercial, industrial, institutional, and other uses at high to moderate
densities. Services include water, sewer, recreational facilities, streets, and police and
fire protection. Areas developed for predominantly residential purposes meet the intent
of this classification if they exhibit:
(i) a density of 3 or more dwellings per acre; or
(ii) a majority of lots of 15,000 square feet or less which are provided or
scheduled to be provided with the traditional urban services; and/or
(iii) permanent population densities are high and seasonal population may
swell significantly.
The Developed classification may be subdivided into subclasses such as
Developed/Single-family Residential, Developed/Multi-family Residential, Developed/
Commercial, Developed/Industrial, etc.
4.120 Urban Transition Classification. The purpose of the Urban Transition
' classification is to provide for future intensive urban development on lands that are
suitable for development and that will be provided with the necessary urban services to
support intensive urban development.
' Included in the Urban Transition classification are areas presently being
developed for urban purposes or areas which will be developed in the next five to ten
years. These areas are in an urban `transition' state of development, going from lower
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intensity uses to higher intensity uses and as such will eventually require urban services.
Examples of areas meeting the intent of this classification are lands included within
municipal extraterritorial planning boundaries and areas being considered for
annexation. Areas classified as Urban Transition will provide lands for intensive urban
growth when lands in the Developed classification are not available. The Urban
Transition classification includes mixed land uses such as residential, commercial,
industrial, institutional and other uses at or approaching high to moderate densities.
Areas that are predominantly residential meet the intent of this classification if:
(i) they are approaching three dwelling units per acre, or
(ii) a majority of the lots are 15,000 square feet or less and will be provided
with essential urban services to support this high density development,
or
(iii) are contiguous to existing developed municipal areas.
4.130 Limited Transition Classification. The purpose of the Limited Transition
classification is to provide for development in areas that have some services but are
suitable for lower densities than those associated with the Urban Transition classification
and/or are geographically remote from existing towns.
Areas meeting the intent of this classification will experience increased
development during the planning period and will be in a state of development
necessitating some municipal -type services. These areas are of modest densities and are
often suitable for the provision of closed water systems rather than individual wells.
Areas classified as Limited Transition will provide controlled development with
services, but may not be on lands that are suitable for traditional high intensity urban
development normally associated with sewers or other services. The Limited Transition
classification is intended for predominantly residential development with a density of
three units per acre or less, or the majority of lots are 15,000 square feet or greater.
Clustering or development associated with planned unit developments may be
appropriate in the Limited Transition class.
4.140 Community Classification. The purpose of this classification is to provide
clustered, mixed land uses at low densities to help meet the housing, shopping, and
employment and other needs in rural areas. Since this classification is usually associated
with `crossroads development' in counties, it has been determined not to be applicable to
the New Bern Region.
4.150 Rural Classification. The Rural classification is intended to provide for
agriculture, forestry, mineral extraction, and other allied uses traditionally associated
with an agrarian region as well as uses that, due to their hazardous or noxious nature,
should be located in a relatively isolated and undeveloped area. Examples of such uses
include energy generating plants, refining plants, airports, landfills, sewage treatment
facilities, fuel storage tanks, and other industrial -type uses. Very low density dispersed
residential uses on large lots with on -site water and sewer are consistent with the intent
of this classification. Development in this classification should be as compatible with
resource production as possible. Because there are only a few large agricultural and/or
forestry areas within the New Bern Region, the Rural classification has limited
applicability.
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4.160 Rural with Services Classification. The Rural Services classification is
intended to provide for very low density land uses including residential use where
limited water services are provided in order to avert an existing or projected health
problem. Because this classification is concerned with predominantly agrarian areas
with known or anticipated water quality problems, it has been determined not to be
applicable to the New Bern Region.
4.170 Conservation Classification. The purpose of the Conservation classification is
to provide for the effective long-term management and protection of significant, limited,
or irreplaceable areas. Areas meeting the intent of this classification include Areas of
Environmental Concern (AECs) as defined by CAMA and other similar environmentally
sensitive lands such as `404' wetlands (wetlands other than statutorily defined coastal
wetlands). The Conservation classification is intended to 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
fashion. Urban services, public or private, should not be provided in areas classified as
Conservation as a catalyst to stimulate intense development. It is intended that limited,
on -site services will adequately support any restricted development within this
classification. While AEC standards will occasionally permit urban -type development
and limited services on a lot -by -lot basis within various AECs, it should be noted that
this is the exception rather than the rule. The primary intent of the Conservation
classification is to provide protection for the resources included therein.
4.200 Land Uses Included In Each Classification
The following general land uses are generally found within the land classifications
applicable to the New Bern Region:
4.210 Developed Areas. Mixed land uses (residential, commercial, industrial, and
institutional) are included in the Developed areas. Residential densities generally range
from a maximum of one to five dwelling units per acre. Higher densities, up to a
maximum of 12 units per acre, are permitted within multi -family residential and planned
residential developments. Residential uses include single-family detached (including
manufactured homes on individual lots) and attached dwellings, multi -family structures,
and manufactured home parks. Commercial land uses include a wide variety of retail,
business service, and office and professional uses. Major shopping facilities,
concentrated clusters of free-standing retail establishments, and commercial marine
establishments are included in the Developed areas. Industrial land uses include light
and heavy manufacturing establishments. Institutional land uses include uses such as
public schools as well as governmental, semi-public, and private institutional and
recreational land uses. Some minimal undeveloped land may be present in areas
classified as Developed. Such undeveloped areas generally represent opportunities for
infill development.
4.220 Urban Transition Areas. Land uses in these areas may include mixed land
uses but they are not as intensively developed as in the Developed areas. The areas
classified as Urban Transition in the New Bern Region are predominantly undeveloped
lands on the periphery of the existing developed areas or are areas presently being
developed where more intensive urban -type development is anticipated in future years.
Future land uses anticipated to locate within the Urban Transition areas include all of the
uses delineated for the Developed areas outlined above.
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4.230 Limited Transition Areas. The Limited Transition areas includes primarily
low -density residential uses in areas where some municipal -type services are available or
can be readily provided. Development intensity is anticipated to be lower in these areas
than in either the Developed or Urban Transition areas.
4.240 Rural Areas. The Rural areas include very low -density residential uses,
farmland, and mining operations. The City of New Bern anticipates locating wastewater
treatment facilities on portions of the Rural areas that are currently used for mineral
extraction.
4.250 Conservation Areas. The Conservation areas includes identified AECs (coastal
wetlands, estuarine waters, public trust areas, estuarine shoreline) and freshwater or
`404' wetlands protected by the Clean Water Act. No development other than those uses
which require water access and cannot function elsewhere is allowed in coastal wetlands
and estuarine and public trust areas. The municipalities concur with CAMA AEC
' Standards for properties located in the Conservation area and with the US Army Corps
of Engineers regulations for `404' wetlands. Development within the estuarine shoreline
must be in accordance with CAMA regulations and guidelines and the applicable
municipal land use regulations. Authorization must be obtained from the US Army
Corps of Engineers prior -to disturbing any freshwater wetlands. Most of the land areas
classified as Conservation are within identified flood hazard areas and permissible land
uses are, therefore, restricted to those which create acceptable impacts on base flood
Ilevels.
4.300 Land Classification Map
' The Land Classification Map (see Figure 11) includes five land classifications: (i)
Developed; (ii) Urban Transition; (iii) Limited Transition, (iv) Rural, and (v) Conservation. The
Land Classification Map graphically illustrates the locations of the various classifications.
' Because of the scale of the Land Classification Map, the Conservation classifications can not be
mapped with any degree of accuracy. Precise locations for some areas classified as conservation
must be determined by field investigation by the appropriate permitting agency. Although
' specific areas are outlined on the Land Classification Map, land classification is merely a tool to
help implement policies and is not, in the strict sense of the term, a regulatory mechanism. The
general locations of the various land classifications as illustrated on the Land Classification Map
are described below.
4.310 Developed Areas. The Developed areas generally include land that is being
used for urban purposes. The Developed areas primarily include the vast majority of the
land that is currently within the corporate limits of the three communities. All of the
built -upon areas within Trent Woods are classified as Developed. Municipal services
are currently provided or can readily be extended to the overwhelming majority of the
' areas classified as Developed. Most of the areas delineated as Developed is within a
subbasin of the Bachelor Creek watershed (14-digit watershed #03020204020010).
' 4.320 Urban Transition Areas. These areas include most of the western portion of
New Bern's ETJ, the Pleasant Hill community, portions of the Tabema satellite
annexation area, and the northwest quadrant of River Bend. Municipal services are
' either currently available within these areas or are expected to ultimately be extended
into the majority of such areas.
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4.330 Limited Transition Areas. These areas include portions of the Rocky Run
community and an area south of US Highway 17 between Trent Woods and River Bend.
The Limited Transition designation has been selected for these areas due to
commitments by the City of New Bern to maintaining low residential densities through
zoning and because much of the existing vacant acreage contains wetlands and severe
soil limitations for building development.
4.340 Rural Areas. The Rural designated lands include two areas within the
northwestem portion of New Bern's planning jurisdiction. These areas contain
farmland, mining operations, and low density residential uses. Municipal -type services
are not anticipated to be extended to these areas as a catalyst for more intensive
development.
4.350 Conservation Areas. These areas include the AECs delineated in Section 4.230
and `404' freshwater wetlands. Much of the area designated as Conservation is within
identified flood hazard areas. The identified Regional Natural Heritage Area in New
Bern and the estuarine islands are also included in this designation. Because of the map
scale, the Conservation designated areas can not be accurately mapped. The precise
location of coastal wetlands, freshwater wetlands, and the estuarine shoreline must be
determined by field investigation by the appropriate permitting agency. All three
communities concur with CAMA AEC standards for properties located in the
Conservation classification and with the US Army Corps of Engineers regulations for
`404' wetlands.
4.400 Relationship of Policy Statements and Land Classifications
The following sections discuss how the land use policy statements contained in Section
3.000 apply to each of the classifications delineated on the Land Classification Map (Figure 12).
The three communities do not propose to impose any additional local requirements for Areas of
Environmental Concern which are more restrictive than the CAMA minimum use standards
except that (i) floating homes are not allowed within any of the communities, (ii) marinas and
drystack boat storage facilities are not allowed within River Bend and Trent Woods, and (iii)
public mooring fields are not permitted in Trent Woods. The three communities concur with the
minimum 7H Use Standards administered by the NC Division of Coastal Management, except as
noted above.
4.410 Developed Areas. Policy statements have been formulated which encourage a
variety of land uses to meet the housing, employment, shopping, recreation, and cultural
needs of the citizens of the New Bern Region. Policy statements have also been
formulated which encourage land development that has or can readily obtain adequate
support infrastructure. Policies have been adopted which guide the most intensive
development away from environmentally fragile areas. Policies have been developed
which outline a commitment to providing municipal services to support additional
growth and development.
4.420 Urban Transition Areas. Policy statements have been developed which apply
to the Urban Transition classified areas. These policies address the provision of urban
services and the density of development. Intensive urban development is guided to areas
that currently have the necessary support infrastructure or where these services can
readily be made available. Land development will be guided to areas that have public
water and an adequate street system to accommodate increased land development.
Policy statements have been developed which continue a commitment to provide, as
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financial capacities allow, appropriate municipal services to support additional
development and to serve existing developed areas.
4.430 Limited Transition Areas. Policy statements have been developed which apply
to the Limited Transition classified areas. These policies address the provision of urban
services and the density of development. Intensive urban development is guided to areas
that currently have the necessary support infrastructure or where these services can
readily be made available. Land development will be guided to areas that have public
water and an adequate street system to accommodate increased land development.
Policy statements have been developed which utilize land use regulations and utility
policies to guide growth and to mitigate the impact of urban development on natural
resources and environmentally -fragile areas.
4.440 Rural Areas. Policy statements which apply to the areas classified as Rural
include policies to encourage intensive development in areas with existing public
infrastructure and discourage intensive development in areas of agricultural activity until
such time that the areas are fully served by public infrastructure and more intensive
development is warranted.
4.430 Conservation Areas. Policy statements which apply to areas classified as
Conservation are concerned with the appropriate use and management of AECs and
other fragile areas and the protection of water quality. Policy statements have been
developed which give priority to the conservation of coastal wetlands. Only uses which
are water -dependent and cannot function elsewhere are allowed in coastal wetlands,
estuarine waters, and public trust areas. Development within the estuarine shoreline is
allowed only if it meets state and/or federal permitting requirements for acceptable
impacts on estuarine resources and water quality and is consistent with the CAMA 7H
Use Standards. Developments locating adjacent to coastal waters are encouraged to
make every effort to mitigate any adverse effects on estuarine water quality and on fish
habitat areas. Policies have been developed that promote the use of best available
management practices to minimize the threat of pollution from stormwater runoff.
Policy statements have been adopted that minimize the location of uses and structures
within identified flood hazard areas. The communities encourage the coordination with
adjoining local governments of comprehensive stormwater management practices and
policies that enhance water quality. The three communities concur with the `404'
wetlands permitting regulations administered by the US Army Corps of Engineers.
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In order for the Land Use Plan to be a meaningful planning tool and to implement the policies
and recommendations of the Plan, various actions are necessary. These implementation actions are
outlined in the following sections.
5.100 Use of the Land Use Plan
The Regional Land Use Plan, as adopted by the elected officials of each participating
community and as may be amended from time to time, should serve as the primary basis upon
' which to make land use policy decisions. Every land use policy decision, such as a rezoning
request or approval of a special or conditional use permit, should be measured for consistency
with the goals, policies, and recommendations of the Plan. The elected officials, Planning
Board, Board of Zoning Adjustment, and municipal staff should utilize the Land Use Plan as the
basic policy guide in the administration of the zoning ordinance, subdivision regulations, and
other land development regulatory tools. Persons involved in the land development business as
well as the general public can also utilize the Land Use Plan to guide private decisions regarding
land use and land development.
' The policy statements and recommendations of the Land Use Plan can also be of
assistance to the elected officials in making long-range decisions regarding such matters as the
provision of water and sewer services, thoroughfare planning, stormwater planning and
management, implementation of an economic development strategy, recreational facility
planning, preparation of annexation feasibility reports, and implementation of housing and
community development programs.
' It should be pointed out again, however, that the Land Use Plan is one of a variety of
guides in making a public policy decision. The Plan should be viewed as a tool to aid in decision
making and not as the final decision.
5.200 Procedures for Amending, Reviewing and Updating the Plan
The goals, policies, and land classifications of the Land Use Plan may need to be
amended from time to time to meet the changing needs of each of the participating communities.
' A recommended process for amending the Plan is outlined in subsection 5.210 and, for
reviewing and updating the Plan in subsection 5.220.
5.210 Procedure for Amending the Plan. An amendment to the Land Use Plan
should be initiated only by the governing body, either at its own initiative or upon the
recommendation of the Planning Board, municipal staff, or any other person or agency.
Amendments to CAMA-certified land use plans must be submitted to and approved by
the Coastal Resources Commission in accordance with the requirements of NCAC
7B.0400, Land Use Plan Amendment Process.
Prior to submitting a formal amendment request to the Coastal Resources
Commission, the Planning Board should review the amendment request. In deciding
' whether to recommend approval or denial of an amendment request, the Planning Board
should consider whether or not the proposed amendment is necessary based upon one or
more of the following factors:
' There are errors or omissions made in the identification of issues or needs
during the preparation of the original Plan;
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' New issues or needs have been identified which were not adequately
addressed in the original Plan;
■ There has been a change in projections or assumptions from those on which
the original Plan was based.
' Upon receiving the recommendation of the Planning Board, the governing body
must hold a public hearing (which could be held simultaneously with a public hearing on
a rezoning request for property within the area affected by the proposed Land Use Plan
amendment). Notice of the public hearing must be published at least 30 days prior to the
date of the public hearing in accordance with the requirements of NCAC 7B.0402. The
governing body should review the Planning Board recommendation (including the
' factors delineated above), any report or recommendation from the municipal staff, and
any oral or written comments received at the public hearing. The governing body shall
also coordinate its review of a proposed amendment with each of the other participating
communities in the New Bern Region. The other participating communities shall be
officially notified of the proposed amendment and shall be requested to provide their
comments and recommendations in writing. Such written comments and
recommendations shall be included in the formal amendment request submitted to the
Coastal Resources Commission. Following the review process delineated above, the
governing body should take one of the following actions:
' ■ Approve the proposed amendment as presented (or with modifications) and
submit a formal amendment request to the Coastal Resources Commission.
■ Deny the proposed amendment.
■ Refer the amendment request back to the Planning Board for further
consideration.
■ Defer the amendment request for further consideration and/or hearing.
5.220 Procedure for Reviewing and Updating the Plan. Planning is a continuous
process and updating of the Land Use Plan should be part of that process. To that end, it
is recommended that each participating community informally review the Plan on a bi-
annual basis. The procedure for reviewing and updating the Plan should begin with a
report prepared by the municipal staff and submitted to the Planning Board for its
recommendation to the governing body. An option would be to have a standing
committee such as the Planning Board, rather than the municipal staff, author the report
to be submitted to the governing body.
If the governing body determines that such report and Planning Board
' recommendations raise issues which warrant modification to the Plan, the governing
body may either initiate an amendment as delineated in Subsection 5.210.
The bi-annual review should include an evaluation of the effectiveness and
' appropriateness of the Plan. Specifically, the evaluation should involve a review of the
consistency of day-to-day land use decisions to determine if the adopted policies are
being implemented. The review should recommend if Plan amendments are warranted
' and if revisions to regulatory tools (zoning, subdivision regulation, etc.) are necessary to
assist in implementing the policies of the Plan.
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Municipal Policies
Following the adoption of the Land Use Plan, each participating community should
review its land use regulatory tools to ensure that they are implementing the policies and
implementation strategies delineated in Section 3.000. Specifically, the zoning ordinance,
subdivision regulations, and other municipal regulations and policies (water and sewer extension
policies, annexation strategies, ETJ extension strategies, etc.) regarding land use and land
development should be reviewed and any provisions which are determined to be inconsistent
with the policies of the Plan should be amended. Since the zoning ordinance and subdivision
regulations are major tools designed to implement municipal policies concerning land
development, it is imperative that they achieve the land use and development objectives that the
community is striving to attain.
5.400 Continuous Public Education
Keeping the citizens of the New Bern Region aware of land development issues and
needs should be a continuous process. If citizens are to participate in the formulation of land
development goals and policies, they must first have a basic understanding of the major issues
facing the community, the planning problem areas and opportunities, and the mechanics of the
land development planning process. To expect that citizens be made aware of all of these
matters solely during the Land Use Plan preparation process is unrealistic. An on -going public
education program could benefit not only the Land Use Plan preparation but also the
community's overall planning program. An informed citizenry will result in meaningful citizen
participation and input and, therefore, significant guidance for elected officials.
An on -going education program requires staff time and expenditures. Preparation time
for meetings, interviews, presentations, and the cost of producing brochures and reports will
result in an additional financial burden. The cost of such an education program must, however,
be weighed against the cost of public distrust and suspicion that results when citizens are not
sufficiently informed.
The positive aspects of land use planning should be stressed to counter the negativism
that often results from the controversial nature of many land use planning matters such as
rezonings and development plan approvals. Public awareness of the efforts of the community to
develop plans and policies and to implement strategies that produce both short-term and long-
term benefits should be an inherent part of the public education program.
Recommended activities in a public education program include:
■ Media press releases which promote, educate, and inform.
■ Use of the local public access cable television and intemet-based forums to
distribute current planning information.
■ Program presentations to civic, community, and special interest groups.
■ Informal meetings with
' neighborhood advocates,
conditional use requests.
affected parties (developers, adjoining property owners,
etc.) prior to holding public hearings on rezoning and
■ Planning program presentations to school groups.
■ Community forums on specific planning issues.
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Preparation of an annual report which highlights planning accomplishments as well
as emerging planning and land development issues.
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5.500 Municipal Budgeting Process
Each participating community's programming and budgeting process should be utilized
to reinforce the Land Use Plan by scheduling recommended plans and studies for future funding.
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Priority items should include revisions to the current land use regulations, review of water and
sewer extension policies, and preparation of comprehensive plans and capital improvements
plans.
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5.600 Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation
As part of the endeavor to update their land use plans, the City of New Bern, Town of
River Bend, and Town of Trent Woods jointly agreed to participate in the development of a
regional land use plan. The development of the New Bern Regional Land Use Plan involved a
Steering Committee composed of representatives of the three municipalities, Planning Boards
from each municipality, and the elected officials from each community. The Craven County
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Planning Director was a member of the Steering Committee and assisted with coordinating the
development of the New Bern Regional Land Use Plan with the existing county land use plan.
have in the
New Bern, River Bend, and Trent Woods also participated the meetings of
Regional Wastewater Task Force which has been evaluating long-term options for wastewater
treatment in Carteret, Crave, Onslow, and Pamlico Counties.
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' INDEX OF DATA SOURCES
' During the preparation of this land use plan update, a wide variety of data sources were utilized.
The general data sources are outlined below as are specific reference materials.
IGENERAL DATA SOURCES
City of New Bern.
Town of River Bend.
Town of Trent Woods.
Craven County Economic Development Commission.
' Craven County Office of Emergency Management.
Craven County GIS Department.
Craven County Schools.
Craven County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
NC Department of Commerce, Travel and Tourism Division.
NC Department of Environmental Health and Natural Resources, Division of Coastal Management.
' NC Department of Environmental Health and Natural Resources, Division of Marine Fisheries.
NC Department of Environmental Health and Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation.
NC Department of Environmental Health and Natural Resources, Division of Soil and Water
' Conservation.
NC Department of Environmental Health and Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality.
NC Office of State Planning.
US Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service.
US Department of Agriculture, Farmers Home Administration.
US Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Services.
US Department of Commerce, Bureau of the Census.
REFERENCE MATERIALS
' "The Effects of Global Warming and Sea -Level Rise on Coastal North Carolina," R. Paul Wilms,
Carolina Planning, Fall 1990.
' 1997 Land Use Planning Information Packet, New Bern, NC Division of Coastal Management, 1997.
1997 Land Use Planning Information Packet, River Bend, NC Division of Coastal Management, 1997.
' 1997 Land Use Planning Information Packet, Trent Woods, NC Division of Coastal Management, 1997.
Albemarle -Pamlico Estuarine Study, Comprehensive Conservation & Management Plan, NC Department
of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources, 1994.
Annexation Feasibility Study, City of New Bern, 1978.
' Authorized Construction By Building Permit, Bureau of Census, Construction and Statistics Division,
Building Permits Branch, 1991-1994.
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Census of Population, Housing, Retail Trade, Service Industries, and Wholesale Trade, US Department
of Commerce, Bureau of Census, 1960-1990.
Economic Impact of Travel and Tourism on North Carolina, NC Department of Commerce, Division of
Travel and Tourism, 1995.
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Town of River Bend, 1985.
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, Town of Trent Woods, 1987.
Land Use Ordinance, City of New Bern, 1992.
Neuse River Basinwide Water Quality Management Plan, NC Division of Water Quality, Water Quality
Section, July 1993.
New Bern Land Use Plan Update, The Cox Company, 1992.
New Bern Urban Design Plan, City of New Bern, 1990.
North Carolina Municipal Population Estimates, 1997, NC Office of State Planning, 1998.
North Carolina Population Projections, NC Office of State Planning, 1996.
North Carolina State Profile, February 1995, Woods and Poole Economics, Washington, DC.
Parks & Recreation Master Plan for the City of New Bern, Gardner Gidley & Associates, 1996.
Public Transportation Feasibility Study: City of New Bern and Surrounding Areas, 1992.
River Bend Land Use Plan Update, Moore & Associates, 1994.
Soils Survey of Craven County, US Department of Agriculture, Soil Conservation Service, 1989.
Subdivision Ordinance, Town of River Bend, 1981.
Subdivision Ordinance, Town of Trent Woods, 1983.
Transportation Improvement Program, NC Department of Transportation, 1997.
Trent Woods Land Use Plan Update, 1991.
Urban Area Thoroughfare Plan for Bridgeton, New Bern, River Bend, Trent Woods, NC Department of
Transportation, Division of Highways, Statewide Planning Branch, 1993.
Waterfront Conservation & Development Plan, City of New Bern, 1988.
Zoning Ordinance, Town of River Bend, NC, 1981.
Zoning Ordinance, Town of Trent Woods, 1987.
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Figure 1- General Location Map
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
' Figure 2 - Existing Land Use
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Existing Land Use, The Wooten Company, 1998.
' Proposed Thoroughfares, Urban Thoroughfare Plan for Bridgeton, New Bern, River Bend,
Trent Woods, 1993.
Figure 3 - Flood Hazard Areas
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Flood Hazard Areas, Federal Emergency Management Agency, 1997.
Figure 4 - Soils Limitation for Building Site Development
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Soil Limitations, Craven County Soil & Conservation Service, 1989.
Figure 5 - Water Quality Use Classes
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
' Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Water Quality Use Classes, NC DEHNR Division of Water Quality, 1995.
Figure 6 - Water Quality Use -Support Ratings
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Water Quality Use -Support Ratings, NC DEHNR Division of Water Quality, 1995.
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Figure 7 - Fragile Areas Map
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Historic Areas, NC Department of Cultural Resources: Archives & History, 1996.
Natural Heritage Areas, NC Division of Parks & Recreation, Natural Heritage Program, 1996.
Estuarine System Islands, The Wooten Company (per Div. of Coastal Mgmt. guidelines), 1998.
Estuarine Shoreline, The Wooten Company (per DCM guidelines), 1998.
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Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
' Wetlands, NS Fish and Wildlife Service NWI Inventory Program, 1980-1994.
Figure 8 - Existing Water Service Areas
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Existing Municipal Water Service Areas, Local Sources, 1998.
Figure 9 Existing Sewer Service Areas
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Existing Municipal Sewer Service Areas, Local Sources, 1998.
Figure 10 - Composite Hazards
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Storm Surge Inundation Areas, National Hurricane Center, 1993
Figure 11- Land Classifications
Road Network, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Hydrology, 1994 TIGER Files, US Bureau of the Census.
Watershed Boundaries, National Resources Conservation Service, 1994.
Incorporated Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
ETJ Areas, Craven County GIS Department, 1998.
Land Classification, The Wooten Company, 1998.
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POPULATION SIZE AND GROWTH RATES
NEW BERN, RIVER BEND, TRENT WOODS, CRAVEN COUNTY, AND THE STATE
1910 -1990
1910
1920
1930
1940
1950
1960
1970
1980
1990
New Bern
9,961
12,198
11,981
11,815
15,812
15,717
14,660
14,557
17,363
River Bend
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
959
2,408
Trent Woods
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
517
719
1,777
2,366
Craven County
25,594
29,048
30,665
31,298
48,823
58,773
62,554
71,043
81,613
North Carolina
2,206,287
2,559,123
3,170,276
3,571,623
4,061,929
4,556,155
5,084,411
5,880,095
6,632,448
Population Growth Rates _
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1930-1940
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1950-1960
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1960-1970
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1970-1980
1980-1990
New Bern
22.5%
-1.8%
-1.4%
33.8%
-0.6%
-6.7%
-0.7%
21.2%
River Bend
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
151.1%
12.1%
Trent Woods
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
39.1
147.1%
33.1%
Craven County
13.5%
5.6%
2.1%
56.0%
20.6%
6.4
13.6%
14.9%
North Carolina
16.0%
23.9%
12.7%
13.7%
12.2%
11.6%
15.6%
12.8%
Sources: U.S. Census of Population, 1920-1990
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COMPARISON OF SELECTED COMMUNITY POPULATION GROWTH
RATES IN THE COASTAL REGION
(Ranked by 1990-1997 Percent Change in Population)
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Onslow
18,259
30,398
73,746
64.5%
142.6%
Trent Woods
Craven
1,777
2,366
4,292
33.1 %
81.4%
New Bern
Craven
14,557
17,363
22,032
19.3%
26.9%
Morehead City
Carteret
4,359
6,046
7,628
38.7%
26.2%
Elizabeth City
Pasquotank
14,004
14,292
16,972
2.1%
18.8%
Wilmington
New Hanover
44,000
55,530
64,513
26.2%
16.2%
River Bend
Craven
959
2,408
2,752
151.1 %
14.3 %
Southport
Brunswick
2,824
2,369
2,591
-16.1%
9.4%
Washington
Beaufort
8,418
9,160
9,943
8.8%
8.5%
Beaufort
Carteret
3,826
3,808
4,309
-0.5%
6.1%
Hertford
Perquimans
1,941
2,244
2,333
15.6%
4.0%
Edenton
Chowan
5,357
5,268
5,354
-1.7%
1.6%
Sources: Certified Population Estimates, 1997, Office of State Planning, 1998.
U.S. Census, 1980 and 1990.
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CRAVEN COUNTY AND NORTH CAROLINA
1980 TO 1990
Population Change
10,570
752,353
Births
15,663
901,708
Deaths
5,388
527,545
Natural Increase
10,275
374,163
Net Migration
295
378,190
Migration Rate`
0.4%
6.4%
'Natural increase is the difference between total births and total deaths. Net migration is the difference between
total population change and natural increase. Migration rate is the difference between in -migration and out -
migration expressed as a percentage of the base year total population. It is calculated by dividing natural increase
by the base year total population.
COMPONENTS OF POPULATION GROWTH
SELECTED COUNTIES IN THE REGION
1980-2010
Beaufort
4.8
2.9
1.9
4.7
2.1
2.6
2.0
0.0
2.0
Carteret
27.9
6.4
21.5
22.2
2.6
19.6
15.7
0.4
15.3
Craven
14.9
14.5
0.4
15.1
11.4
3.7
12.0
8.7
3.3
Onslow
32.9
23.8
9.1
13.2
18.3
-5.0
17.1
17.2
-0.2
Pamlico
9.3
2.4
7.0
8.7
-0.3
9.0
5.3
-2.5
7.8
NC
12.8
6.4
6.4
12.3
6.0
6.3
8.4
3.9
4.5
Note: Natural increase percentage is the natural increase figure divided by the baseyear total population.
Source: NC Population Projections, Office of State Planning, 1995.
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POPULATION DENSITY
OF
SELECTED MUNICIPALITIES IN THE REGION
1960-1990
Persons Per Square 1VI1e � � �
Municipality
1960 1970
1980
1990
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New Bern
6,287 3,858
2,510
1,702
River Bend
N/A N/A
384
963
Trent Woods
N/A N/A
N/A
1,314
Morehead City
3,722 3,489
2,180
2,325
Jacksonville
4,352 3,815
2,159
2,308
Beaufort
5,844 3,062
1,594
2,240
Havelock
1,217 1,506
979
1,360
Median Density of all
4,284 3,146
1,884
1,745
Selected Municipalities
Craven County
81 89
101
117
North Carolina
93 104
120
136
PROJECTED POPULATION DENSITY
1990-2010
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1990
2000
2010�
Craven County
117
129
140
North Carolina
136
153
166
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Sources: North Carolina
State Government Statistical Abstract.
North Carolina State Data Center, 1984.
North Carolina Office of State Planning.
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AGE DISTRIBUTION
1990
Craven North
New Bern River Bend Trent Woods Countv Carolina
Age Category
Number % of Total
Number % of Total
Number % of Total
% of Total
% of Total
Under 18 Years
4,521 26.0
346 14.4
559 23.6
22.2
24.2
School Age
18-24 Years
1,597 9.2
156 6.5
110 4.6
13.2
11.8
College Age
25-64 Years
8,334 48.0
1,238 51.4
1,317 55.7
48.6
51.9
Working Age
65+ Years
2,911 16.8
668 27.7
380 16.1
16.0
12.1
Retirement Age
Totals 17,363 100.0% 2,408
Source: U.S. Census of Population, 1990.
100.0% 2,366 100.0% 100.0% 100.0%
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HISTORICAL AND PROJECTED AGE DISTRIBUTION
1990-2010
Atstorical
Projections"
1990
_ 2000
2010.
Craven
North
Craven
North
Craven
North
Age Category
County
Carolina
County
Carolina
County
Carolina
Under 18 Years
27.1%
24.2%
25.2%
24.3%
24.7%
23.1%
School Age
18-24 Years
13.2%
11.8%
12.2%
9.9%
11.5%
10.4%
College Age
25-64 Years
48.5%
51.9%
49.2%
52.9%
50.1%
52.5%
Working Age
65+ Years
11.2%
12.1%
13.4%
12.9%
13.7%
14.0%
Retirement Age
Totals 100.0% 100.0% 1 100.0% 100.0% 1 100.0% 100.0%
Source: North Carolina Projections, Office of State Planning, 1995.
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MEDIAN AGE OF THE POPULATION
1970-2010
1970 1980 1990 1 2000 2010
New Bern 29.4
30.6
33.5
N/A
N/A
River Bend N/A
N/A
53.3
N/A
N/A
Trent Woods N/A
38.2
43.3
N/A
N/A
Craven County 23.2
25.7
30.2
33.6
35.3
North Carolina 26.5
29.6
33.0
36.2
38.5
United States 28.0
30.0
32.8
35.7
37.5
Sources: U.S. Census of Population, 1970-1990.
Woods and Poole Economics, North Carolina State Profile, 1997.
N.C. Population Projections, N.C. Office of State Planning, 1996.
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RACIAL COMPOSITION OF THE POPULATION
1990
New Bern
9,666
55.7
0.
7,500 43.2
197 1.1
17,363
100
River Bend
2,280
94.7
108
4.5
20
0.8
2,408
100
Trent Woods
2,357
99.6
0
0.0
9
0.4
2,366
100
New Bern Region
14,303
64.6
7,608
34.4
226
1.0
22,137
100
Craven County
58,478
71.7
21,080
25.8
2,055
2.5
81,613
100
North Carolina
5,008,491
75.5
1,456,323
22.0
163,823
2.5
6,628,637
100
Craven County
North Carolina
RACIAL COMPOSITION TRENDS
1970 - 2010
',White
"Nori-White`'
White, .''.Non
-White
White Non -White :'`
White
Nori=White"
Wlite, `'
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60.6%
76.8%
39.4%
23.2%
1 71.7%
76.6%
28.3%
23.4%
71.7%
75.5%
28.3%
24.5%
73.2%
77.8%
26.8%
22.2%
73.4%
75.1%
26.6%
24.9%
Sources: U.S. Census of Population, 1970-1990.
NC Population Projections, NC Office of State Planning, 1996.
Woods and Poole Economics, North Carolina State Profile, 1997.
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HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS
General Household Characteristics
1990
°Craven
County
""Nor th
New,:Bern'
River Bend ` Trent Woods
Carolina ,
Total Housing Units
8,024
1,173
919.
32,293
2,818,193
Occupied Housing Units
7,264
1,023
898
29,542
2,517,026
% Occupied
90.5%
87.2%
97.7%
91.5%
89.3%
No. Owner -Occupied
3,689
797
846
18,705
1,711,817
No. Renter -Occupied
3,575
226
52
10,837
805,209
% Owner -Occupied
50.8%
78.0%
94.2%
63.3%
68.0%
% Renter Occupied
49.2%
22.0%
5.8%
36.7%
32.0%
% W/1.01 or More Persons Per Room
2.8%
0.4%
0.1%
3.0%
2.8%
Median Value, Owner -Occupied Units
$55,600
$108,100
$114,900
$65,900
$65,800
Total Vacant Units
760
150
21
2,751
301,167
For Seasonal, Recreational Use
36
13
2
337
98,714
Homeowner Vacancy Rate
2.9%
5.6%
0.7%
2.2%
1.8%
Rental Vacancy Rate
8.9%
13.7%
1.9%
7.5%
9.2%
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Household Population
(Persons Per Occupied Dwelling)
New Bern
2.02
2.48
2.33
River Bend
N/A
N/A
2.17
Trent Woods
N/A
N/A
2.63
Craven County
3.57
3.02
2.64
North Carolina
3.24
2.78
2.54
Source: U.S. Census of Housing, 1970-1990
Single Person Households
`` Number ` � ,. h %'of Total Households „
New Bern
2,382
32.8%
River Bend
191
18.7%
Trent Woods
109
12.1 %
Craven County
6,121
20.7%
North Carolina
596,959
23.7%
Source: U.S. Census of Housing, 1990.
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Household Projections
1990 ..�
200-
`2010
Total l
Persons.,Per
Total'
Persons Per
Total'
Persons Per:
Total';
Persons Per
Households
Household,
Households `
. , Household
Households, ':
Household
Households
Household -'
Craven County 23.66
2.83
29.68
2.64
31.95
2.63
34.08
2.6
North Carolina 2,054.64
2.78
2,517.02
2.54
2,917.23
2.53
3,292.42
2.51
United States 80,836.01
2.74
92,215.27
2.63
101,725.76
2.61
110,450.15
2.60
'In thousands.
Sources: Woods & Poole Economics, North Carolina State Profile, 1997, U.S. Census of Housing.
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EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY GROUP
PERSONS 16 YEARS AND OLDER
NEW BERN, RIVER BEND, TRENT WOODS
1990
New Bern
River Bend''
Trent Woods
Number:—
Percent"'
'Number "
Percent
Number'.,
Percent
Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries
100
1.3
6
0.7
7
0.6
Mining
0
0.0
0
0.0
3
0.3
Construction
420
5.5
59
7.3
58
5.1
Manufacturing
1,241
16.2
101
12.5
126
11.0
TCPU`
460
6.0
54
6.7
57
5.1
Wholesale/Retail Trade
1,532
20.0
161
19.9
237
20.7
FIRE2
394
5.2
87
10.7
108
9.5
Services
2,896
37.8
288
35.5
483
42.3
Public Administration
610
8.0
55
6.7
63
5.4
TOTAL
7,653
100%
811
100%
1,142
100%
'Transportation, Communication and Public Utilities
2Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate
Source: U.S. Census of Population, 1990.
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MAJOR MANUFACTURING EMPLOYERS
(more than 25 employees)
NEW BERN
1998
Amital Spinning Corp.
Aylward Enterprises, Inc.
Barbour Boat Works, Inc.
Chatsworth Products Inc.
CMS Generation Operating Co.
Craven Crab Co., Inc.
EBS Home Appliances
Hatteras Yachts
Maola Milk & Ice Cream Co.
Martin Marietta Material, Inc.
Metts Garment Co.
Moen Inc.
S.B. Power Tool Co.
Telemarketing Concepts
Tredegar Industries
Weyerhaeuser Co.
Wheatstone Corp.
yarn
324
pharmaceutical packaging
54
boat construction
60
sheet metal
150
co -generation on electricity
32
seafood processing
50
dishwasher manufacturer
95
yachts
795
milk products
422
crushed stone
35
contract sewing
66
plumbing fixtures
1000
portable electric tools
320
outbound telemarketing
80
polyethylene film
70
bleached kraft pulp
549
broadcast/recording audio equipment
120
Source: Craven County Economic Development Commission.
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MAJOR MANUFACTURING EMPLOYERS
(more than 25 employees)
CRAVEN COUNTY
(not including New Bern)
1998
Frit Car Inc. (Bridgeton)
Naval Aviation Depot (Cherry Point)
Phillips Plating Co. (Bridgeton)
Tandemloc, In. (Havelock)
United Parcel Service (Havelock)
World Wood Co. (Cove City)
rail car repair
45
naval air rework facility
4,116
electro plating
32
container locking devices
28
letter carrier service
43
kiln drying of lumber
60
Source: Craven County Economic Development Commission.
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APPENDIX L
COMMUTING PATTERNS
CRAVEN COUNTY
1990
OUT -COMMUTERS' IN -COMMUTERS'
No. %
No.
%
Pamlico County 1,580 28.3 Carteret County
4,237
62.8
Carteret County 1,268 22.7 Jones County
1,111
16.5
Onslow County 1,156 20.7 Pitt County
434
6.3
Lenoir County 688 12.3 Beaufort County
331
5.0
Beaufort County 501 9.0 Onslow County
330
4.9
Pitt County 396 7.0 Lenoir County
302
4.5
'
TOTAL 5,589 100�0% TOTAL
6,745
100.0%
PERCENT OF 12.1% PERCENT OF EMPLOYED
22.9%
EMPLOYED RESIDENTS PERSONS WHO ARE IN -
WHO ARE OUT- COMMUTERS
COMMUTERS
'
`Persons
traveling from Craven County to places of employment located outside of Craven County.
'Persons traveling to jobs located in Craven County from areas located outside of Craven County.
Source: 1990 Census of Population and Housing.
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EMPLOYMENT BY INDUSTRY GROUP
Craven County
1970 -:
1980
1990
2000
2010
TOTAL EMPLOYMENT (000's)
34.66
40.98
47.76
51.69
56.80
Agriculture
2.15
1.51
0.98
0.96
0.88
Mining
0.05
0.05
0.08
0.07
0.07
Construction
1.12
1.34
2.36
2.25
2.41
Manufacturing
2.97
3.92
4.30
4.42
4.60
TCPUI
0.89
1.18
1.46
1.86
2.16
Wholesale/Retail Trade
4.08
5.94
8.47
10.11
11.67
FIRE'
1.12
1.54
2.39
2.10
2.37
Services
3.14
4.54
7.86
9.88
11.28
Government
19.13
20.97
19.88
20.03
21.37
TOTALS
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
' 'Transportation, Communication & Public Utilities.
'Finance, Insurance & Real Estate.
I
Source: Woods and Poole Economics, North Carolina State Profile, 1997.
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INCOME CHARACTERISTICS
CRAVEN COUNTY
Per Capita Income
(In Current Dollars)
Year
Craven County
",North Carolina
State Yer (,apita income
1970
$2,997
$3,228
92.84%
1980
$7,481
$8,002
93.49%
1990
$14,218
$16,275
87.36%
2000
$21,758
$25,068
86.80%
2010
$34,819
$41,611
83.68%
Mean Household Income
(In Current Dollars)
Craven County as a' ercentage oft
Year
Graven County;
; North Carolina ;, ..
State Mean Household Income
1970
$9,935
$10,612
93.62%
1980
$21,446
$22,392
95.78%
1990
$37,841
$41,695
90.76%
2000
$57,707
$63,877
90.34%
2010
$91,249
$105,478
86.51%
Source: Woods & Poole Economics, North Carolina State Profile, 1997.
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RETAIL SALES
NEW BERN & CRAVEN COUNTY
1992
Total Establishments
534
321
60.1%
Sales ($1,000)
5896.74
4046.96
68.6%
Paid Employees
5906
3,897
66.0%
Bldg. Materials, Hardware, SIC 52
27
18
66.7%
General Merchandise, SIC 53
16
11
68.8%
Food Stores, SIC 54
63
31
49.2%
Automotive Dealers, SIC 55, except 544
43
19
44.2%
Gasoline Service Stations, SIC 554
59
28
47.5%
Apparel & Accessories, SIC 56
48
41
85.4%
Furniture, Home Furnishings, SIC 57
51
31
60.8%
Eating & Drinking Places, SIC 58
108
65
60.2%
Drug Stores, SIC 591
21
15
71.4%
Miscellaneous Retail, SIC 59, except 591
98
62
63.3%
Source: 1992 Census of Retail Trade, Bureau of Census.
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Retail Sales
Craven County
1990-2010
i990
2000
2010
Percent 1
t
Totals of
Total
Total
RETAIL CATEGORY
Safest
Total
Salesi
Total
Sales'
al
Total
Building Materials, Hardware, SIC 52
45.59
7.56
43.58
6.50
49.31
6.55
General Merchandise, SIC 53
66.00
10.94
73.65
10.99
86.38
11.48
Food Stores, SIC 54
118.57
19.65
107.93
16.11
112.05
14.89
Automobile Dealers, SIC 55
145.51
24.12
177.98
26.58
201.43
26.78
Gasoline Service Stations, SIC 554
50.10
8.30
56.55
8.44
63.99
8.51
Apparel & Accessories, SIC 56
23.59
3.91
27.00
4.03
29.81
3.96
Furniture, Home Furnishings, SIC 57
32.18
5.33
43.04
6.42
48.41
6.44
Eating & Drinking Places, SIC 58
50.30
8.34
58.64
8.75
70.81
9.41
Drug Stores, SIC 591
19.76
3.27
21.34
3.19
24.79
3.30
Miscellaneous Retail Stores, SIC 59
51.79
8.58
60.24
8.99
65.30
8.68
603.39
100.0%
669.95
100.0%
752.28
100.0%
TOTAL RETAIL SALES
'In millions, 1987 dollars.
Source: Woods and Poole Economics, North Carolina State Profile, February 1997.
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SERVICE INDUSTRIES
NEW BERN AND CRAVEN COUNTY
1992
Total Establishments
485
345
71.1%
Receipts ($1,000)
199.49
160.77
80.6%
Paid Employees
4,255
2,881
67.7%
Hotels/Lodging Places, SIC 70, except 704
14
11
78.6%
Personal Services, SIC 72
55
36
65.5%
Business Services, SIC 73
73
45
61.6%
Automotive Repair, SIC 75
54
31
57.4%
Miscellaneous Repair, SIC 76
21
11
54.4%
Amusement/Recreational, SIC 78, 79, 84
35
23
65.7%
Health Services, SIC 80
115
102
88.7%
Legal Services, SIC 81
35
30
85.7%
Social Services, SIC 83
14
8
57.1%
Engineering/Accounting/Research, SIC 87, except 873
65
46
70.8%
Source: 1992 Census of Service Industries, Bureau of Census.
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SOIL LIMITATIONS
FOR SELECTED LAND USES
Soil Name/Symbol
Dwellings
Without Basements
Dwellings
With Basements
Small Commercial
Buildings
Local Roads
and Streets
Septic Tank
Absorption Fields
Altavista, AaA, AcA
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
Moderate
Severe
Arapahoe, Ap
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Augusta, Ag
Severe
Severe
Severe
Moderate
Severe
Autryville, AuB
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Bayboro,Ba
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Conetoe, CnB
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Craven, CrB
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
Severe
Severe
Croatan, CT
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Dorovan,DO
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Goldsboro, GoA, GuA
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
Moderate
Severe
Lafitte, LF
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Leaf, La
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Lenoir, Le
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Leon, Ln
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Lynchburg,Ly
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Masontown, MM
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Muckalee, MM
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Murville, Mu
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
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FOR SELECTED LAND USES
(Continued)
Soil Name/Symbol
Dwellings
Without Basements
Dwellings
With Basements
Small Commercial
Buildings
Local Roads
and Streets
Septic Tank
Absorption Fields
Norfolk, NoA, NoB
Slight
Moderate
Slight
Slight
Moderate
Onslow, On
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
Moderate
Severe
Pantego,Pa
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Rains, Ra
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Seabrook, Sc, Se
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
Moderate
Severe
State, StA
Slight
Moderate
Slight
Moderate
Moderate
Suffolk, SuD
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Tarboro, TaB, TuB
Slight
Slight
Slight
Slight
Severe
Tomotley, Tm
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Torhunta, To
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Severe
Source: Soil Survey of Craven County, NC; September 1986.
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HOUSING BY STRUCTURE TYPE
1990
NEW BERN, RIVER BEND, TRENT WOODS
Single -Family
1 Unit Detached
4,355
54.3%
689
58.7%
875
95.1%
1 Unit Attached
276
3.4%
292
24.9%
18
2.0%
Multi -Family
2-4 Units
1,096
13.7%
130
11.1%
9
1.0%
5-9 Units
1,168
14.6%
19
1.6%
0
0.0%
10+ Units
494
6.2%
33
2.8%
0
0.0%
Manufactured Home
575
7.1%
0
0.0%
11
1.2%
Other
60
0.7%
10
0.9%
6
0.7%
TOTAL UNITS
8,024
100.0%
1,173
100.0%
919
100.0%
Source: U.S. Census of Housing, 1990.
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COMPARISON OF
HOUSING BY STRUCTURE TYPE
1990
Single -Family
57.7%
83.6%
97.1 %
68.0%
67.6%
Multi -Family
34.5%
15.5%
1.0%
14.5%
16.3%
Manufactured Home
7.1%
0.0%
1.2%
16.7%
16.1%
Other
0.7%
0.9%
0.7%
0.8%
n/a
TOTAL
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
100.0%
Source: U.S. Census of Housing, 1990
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F01M)K% I [iJel- WZi310100 0 [i3M
` HISTORICAL _ °_ e _ w `'
�1950
piiO�ECTIONS u
1960
1970�
1980
1990
1997
2000
2005
2010
Craven County
48,823
58,773
62,554
71,043
81,613
88,475
89,845
94,155
97,431
New Bern'
15,812
15,717
14,660
14,557
17,363
22,032
24,756
27,848
31,326
River Bend'
N/A
N/A
N/A
959
2,408
2,752
2,893
3,135
3,398
Trent Woods'
N/A
517
719
1,177
2,366
4,292
5,489
6,724
8,237
Trent Woods'
N/A
517
719
1,177
2,366
4,292
4,476
4,555
4,555
'Assumes future expansion of the existing corporate area.
'Assumes no future expansion of the existing corporate area.
Sources:
Municipal projections based upon estimated 1990-1996 growth rates and historical 1980-1990 growth rates.
1997 estimates by the NC Office of State Planning, Certified Population Estimates, 1998.
2000-2010 Craven County projections by the NC Office of State Planning, NC Population Projections, July 1996.
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FUTURE RESIDENTIAL LAND NEEDS
1995— 2005
s
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TOTAL PROJECTED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS: ' 2,596
DISTRIBUTION OF PROJECTED DWELLING UNITS:2 1,498 Single-family
896 Multi -family
202 Manufactured Homes
TOTAL PROJECTED RESIDENTIAL LAND NEEDS: 207-688 Acres Single -Family (2.1 to 7.6 DU/AC)
(Anticipated Density Levels in Parenthesis) 48-134 Acres Multi -Family (6.7 to 18.8 DU/AC)
15 Acres Manufactured Homes (12.4 DU/AC)
'Based upon a population increase of 6,049 persons and an average household population size of 2.33 persons per household.
'Based upon the same distribution pattern found in the 1990 Census of Population and Housing: single-family, 57.7 percent; multi-
family, 34.5 percent; and manufactured homes, 7.8 percent.
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7,77
TOTAL PROJECTED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS: ' 200
DISTRIBUTION OF PROJECTED DWELLING UNITS: 200 Single-family
TOTAL PROJECTED RESIDENTIAL LAND NEEDS: 50-95 Acres Single -Family (2.1 to 4 DU/AC)
'Based upon a population increase of 436 persons and an average household population size of 2.17 persons per household.
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TOTAL PROJECTED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS: ' 944 (See note below)
DISTRIBUTION OF PROJECTED DWELLING UNITS:2 916 Single-family
10 Multi -family
18 Manufactured Homes
TOTAL PROJECTED RESIDENTIAL LAND NEEDS
(Anticipated Density Levels in Parenthesis)
420-610 Acres Single -Family (1.5 to 2.1 DU/AC)
2-3 Acres Multi -Family (3 to 5 DU/AC)
2-9 Acres Manufactured Homes (2 to 9 DU/AC)
Note: Without annexing additional land and expanding its corporate boundaries, the population gain in Trent Woods is projected to
increase only by 220 to 315 persons by 2005. Based upon this scenario, only 85 to 120 additional dwelling units are anticipated on
approximately 56 acres. Given recent zoning text and map amendments, the additional projected dwelling units are anticipated to be
low -density, single-family residences.
'Based upon a population increase of 2,484 persons and an average household population size of 2.63 persons per household.
'Based upon the same distribution pattern found in the 1990 Census of Population and Housing: single-family, 97.1 percent; multi-
family, 1.0 percent; and manufactured homes, 1.9 percent.
Source: The Wooten Company, 1998.
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DEFINITION OF ISSUES
AND SUMMARY
OF POSSIBLE POLICY ALTERNATIVES
1. Marinas, Piers, Docks, and Floating Home Development
Definition of Issue: The demand for and impacts of marinas. The impact of marinas on
water quality is discussed in Section 2.211.5. Marina siting and design criteria which could
mitigate adverse impacts on natural resources. Discussions also centered around the unavailability
of suitable sites for marinas and public mooring fields in River Bend and Trent Woods. In New
Bern, the impact of piers and the need for reviewing pier standards. Compatibility of floating
home development, drystack boat storage facilities, and public mooring fields with the character
and nature of each of the communities.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included not allowing
new marinas, greater restrictions on new marinas, promoting additional marinas, and prohibiting
the expansion of existing marinas. The same basic alternatives were discussed for floating home
development, drystack boat storage facilities, and public mooring fields. Greater restrictions for
piers were also discussed.
Selected Policies: Floating homes were determined to be inconsistent with the
' character of all three communities. Public mooring fields were determined to be acceptable uses in
New Bern and River Bend but not in Trent Woods. Noncommercial docking facilities were
' determined to be desirable and acceptable uses in all three participating communities. See Section
3.418, New Bern; Section 3.428, River Bend; and Section 3.438, Trent Woods.
2. Constraints to Land Development, AEC's, Fragile Areas, Use of Package Treatment
Plants
Definition of Issue: Guiding growth to areas with the municipalities' jurisdictions that
are best suited to accommodate development. Issues related to areas with constraints to
development are discussed in Sections 2.210 and 2.220. Measures to mitigate the impact of
development on environmentally -fragile areas. Greater restrictions on the use of package
treatment plants. River Bend and Trent Woods discussed not promoting industrial land uses
' within their jurisdictions. In Trent Woods, the lack of developable land to accommodate growth
and the need to limit higher residential densities due to the absence of municipal sewer service
' were issues.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included not
allowing new intensive urban development in areas without municipal water and sewer service,
' guiding growth to areas with sufficient utilities and street access to accommodate new
development, and allowing growth to occur as the market dictates. Greater restriction on the use
of package treatment plants were discussed. Requiring package treatment plants to be designed
so as to capable of tieing into municipal sewer systems at a later date and a total prohibition of
package treatment plants were also discussed. Amending zoning restrictions to prohibit higher
residential densities were also discussed.
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Selected Policies: For New Bern's policies see Sections 3.411.2 Soil
Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.412, Areas of Environmental Concern; 3.413, Other Fragile
Areas; 3.416, Use of Package Treatment Plants; and 3.419, Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas.
For River Bend's policies see Sections 3.421.2 Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.422, Areas of
Environmental Concern; 3.423, Other Fragile Areas; 3.426, Use of Package Treatment Plants;
and 3.429, Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas. For Trent Woods' policies see Sections 3.431.2
Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.432, Areas of Environmental Concern; 3.433, Other Fragile
Areas; 3.436, Use of Package Treatment Plants; and 3.439, Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas
3. Stormwater
Definition of Issue: Stormwater runoff impacts from new and existing development and
the need for cooperation among upstream cities and counties to develop a comprehensive approach
to managing stormwater. Issues related to stormwater runoff impacts on water quality are
discussed in Section 2.211.4. A comprehensive basin -wide approach to effectively managing
stormwater was a high priority among the three participating communities.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included
requiring (through revisions to land use regulations) greater on -site stormwater controls for new
development to mitigate the impacts of stormwater and developing comprehensive stormwater
management practices and policies among adjoining and upstream units of government.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.417, New Bern; Section 3.427, River Bend; and
Section 3.437, Trent Woods.
4. Water Quality
Definition of Issue: Existing water quality conditions and ratings are discussed in
Sections 2.211.5 through 2.211.7. A comprehensive approach to improving water quality was a
high priority among the three communities.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included
requiring new development to provide greater on -site Stormwater controls, support for state
water quality regulations, and cooperating with adjoining governments in coordinating
stormwater management regulations. In Trent Woods, the possibility of prohibiting new
development until stormwater management issues were resolved was discussed.
Selected Policies: For New Bern see Sections 3.411.2, Soil Suitability/Septic Tank
Use; 3.412.1, Coastal Wetlands; 3.412.2, Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Areas; 3.413.2,
Freshwater Wetlands; 3.416, Use of Package Treatment Plants; 3.417, Stormwater Runoff; and
3.418, Marinas. For River Bend see Sections 3.421.2, Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.422.1,
Coastal Wetlands; 3.422.2, Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Areas; 3.423.2, Freshwater
Wetlands; 3.426, Use of Package Treatment Plants; 3.427, Stormwater Runoff; and 3.428,
Marinas. For Trent Woods see Sections 3.431.2, Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.422.1,
Coastal Wetlands; 3.432.2, Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Areas; 3.433.2, Freshwater
Wetlands; 3.436, Use of Package Treatment Plants; 3.437, Stormwater Runoff; and 3.438,
Marinas.
5. Wastewater Treatment
' Definition of Issue: The provision of municipal sewer service to new development as
well as to existing developed areas without sewer service. Long-term solutions to wastewater
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treatment and disposal. Wastewater treatment issues are discussed in Section 2.221.2. See also the
discussion of the use of package treatment plants in # 2 above.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included
improvements to the existing wastewater treatment facilities, planned and proposed sewer
extensions, and cooperating with other government units in the development of a regional
wastewater treatment system.
Selected Policies: For New Bern see Sections 3.411.2, Soil Suitability/Septic Tank
Use; 3.412.1, 3.416, Use of Package Treatment Plants; and 3.417, Stormwater Runoff. For River
Bend see Sections 3.421.2, Soil Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.422.1, Use of Package Treatment
Plants; and 3.427, Stormwater Runoff. For Trent Woods see Sections 3.431.2, Soil
Suitability/Septic Tank Use; 3.436, Use of Package Treatment Plants; and 3.437, Stormwater
Runoff.
6. Wetlands
Definition of Issue: Restricting land uses in coastal wetlands to water -dependent uses
and conservation of wetlands. Wetlands are discussed in Section 2.212.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included developing
greater incentives for conserving wetlands.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.412.1, New Bern; Section 3.422.1, River Bend; and
Section 3.432.1, Trent Woods.
7. Historical and Archaeological Resources
Definition of Issue: Maintenance, conservation, and preservation of historical resources,
particularly the New Bern Historic District. Mitigating the adverse impacts of new development in
close proximity to historic and cultural resource areas. Historic resources are discussed in Section
2.212.2.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included promoting
historic -related tourism, improving pedestrian access to the downtown area, and promoting
waterfront development compatible with the downtown historic district.
Selected Policies: For New Bern see Sections 3.413.3, Historical and Archaeological
Sites and 3.618, Tourism. For River Bend see Section 3.423.3 and for Trent Woods see Section
3.433.3.
8. Bulkheads
' Definition of Issue: The impact of the use of bulkheads.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included developing
greater restrictions than the CAMA 7H Use Standards for bulkheads. Trent Woods discussed the
' possibility of prohibiting the use of bulkheads.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.419.2, New Bern; Section 3.429.2, River Bend; and
Section 3.439.2, Trent Woods.
' 9. Other Policy Issues
For the following policy issues, the three communities determined that there was no
significant change in the policy issue since the previous land use plans were prepared that
warranted a detailed discussion of the issue or a delineation of policy alternatives:
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• Flood Hazard Areas
• Sound and Estuarine System Islands
• Freshwater Wetlands
• Potable Water Supply Protection
• Sea Level Rise Impacts
1. Productive Agricultural Lands, Commercial Forest Lands, Mineral Production Areas.
Definition of Issue: The impact of urban development activities, especially water and
sewer extensions, on productive agricultural land. Conversion of agricultural and forestry lands to
urban uses. Agricultural and forestry impacts on water quality. Issues related to agricultural and
forestry lands are discussed in Sections 2.130, 2.211.5, and 2.213. Of the three communities
participating in the plan update, only New Bern includes mining operations. An issue there was the
reclamation of mining sites once production activities have ceased.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included not allowing
urban development uses, including municipal sewer, in areas designated as agricultural or in
areas of forestry activity. New Bern discussed developing reclamation standards for abandoned
mining sites and implementation of best management practices.
Selected Policies: For New Bern see Sections 3.511, Productive Agricultural Lands;
3.512, Commercial Forest Lands, and 3.513 Mineral Production Areas. For River Bend see
Sections 3.521, Productive Agricultural Lands; 3.522, Commercial Forest Lands, and 3.523
Mineral Production Areas. For Trent Woods see Sections 3.531, Productive Agricultural Lands;
3.532, Commercial Forest Lands, and 3.533 Mineral Production Areas.
2. Commercial and Recreational Fisheries, Trawling Activities
Definition of Issue: The impact of land development activities and stormwater on
marine fisheries. Issues related to water quality impacts on marine fisheries are discussed in
Sections 2.211.6 and 2.211.7. Trawling was generally viewed as an activity that is regulated by
state agencies and is not a local land use policy issue.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included greater
restrictions on development to reduce stormwater impacts on fishing areas. Water use
ordinances were discussed. Prohibiting marina development in River Bend and Trent Woods
was discussed. Opposing trawling activities in estuarine waters was discussed.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.514, New Bern; Section 3.524, River Bend; and
Section 3.534, Trent Woods.
3. Land Development Impact on Resources
(See # 2 under Resource Protection)
4. Other Policy Issues
For the following policy issues, the three communities determined that there was no
significant change in the policy issue since the previous land use plans were prepared that
warranted a detailed discussion of the issue or a delineation of policy alternatives:
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• Peat or Phosphate Mining Impacts on Resources
1. Anticipated Residential Development and Requisite Support Services
Definition of Issue: Maintaining the existing low residential densities in River Bend and
Trent Woods. In New Bern, promoting a variety of land uses, including higher density, affordable,
and in -fill residential development is an issue. In Trent Woods, the lack of vacant, developable
land is an issue that impacts long-term growth. All three communities discussed the issue of
providing municipal sewer service to all residents within their jurisdiction. Issues related to
residential density are discussed in Sections 2.131, 2.211.1, 2.211.2, 2.211.3, and 2.233.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives included reducing residential
densities in Trent Woods and River Bend, encouraging alternatives to automobile use to
encourage safer and more livable.neighborhoods, and promoting cluster development patterns.
In New Bern, maintaining and upgrading the existing housing stock through a variety of state
and federal housing assistance programs and preserving community character and ensuring
sustainability were discussed. New Bern also discussed
Selected Policies: See Section 3.619.1, New Bern; Section 3.629.1, River Bend; and
Section 3.639.1, Trent Woods.
2. Commercial Development
Definition of Issue: The impacts, both beneficial and adverse, of commercial
development. Ensuring appropriate development along major highway corridors. In New Bern,
promoting the downtown central business district and waterfront area is an issue. In River Bend,
the impact of the continuation of commercial strip development along the US Highway 17 corridor
is an issue. Issues related to commercial development are discussed in Sections 2.132, 2.232, and
2.233.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included encouraging
commercial in appropriate locations so as to reduce adverse impacts on water quality and the
capacity of major thoroughfares, restricting marina development, improving tourism, and
promoting the New Bern waterfront area. In New Bern, promoting commercial development
that is coordinated with adjacent developments (such as the use of shared retention ponds) was
discussed.
Selected Policies: For New Bern see Sections 3.611, General Land Development
Policies; 3.612, Desired Types of Urban Development; and 3.614, Redevelopment of Developed
Areas. For River Bend see Sections 3.621, General Land Development Policies and 3.622,
Desired Types of Urban Development. For Trent Woods see Sections 3.631, General Land
Development Policies and 3.632, Desired Types of Urban Development. See also # 1 regarding
marina development in Resource Protection section above.
3. Tourism
Definition of Issue: The impact of tourism on the region. Providing for travel -related
support commercial development and infrastructure. Tourism is discussed in Section 2.124.
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Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included promoting
historical -related activities , greater efforts to preserve New Bern's historic character and
resources, and improving public water access in the waterfront area.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.618, New Bern; Section 3.628, River Bend; and
Section 3.638, Trent Woods.
6. Thoroughfare Improvements
Definition of Issue: The need for intergovernmental coordination and cooperation in
regional thoroughfare planning. In River Bend, providing a second vehicular access to US
Highway 17 and the impact of proposed major thoroughfare improvements in the town's vicinity
are issues. Thoroughfare improvements are discussed in Section 2.222 and Appendix X.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included the need for
local thoroughfare planning, the impact of the proposed US Highway 17 Bypass, and ensuring
alternative transportation means in local thoroughfare plans.
Selected Policies: For New Bern see Sections 3.611, General Land Development
Policies; 3.613, Local Commitment to Providing Services to Development; and 3.619.1,
Anticipated Residential Development and Requisite Services. For River Bend see Sections
3.621, General Land Development Policies; 3.623, Local Commitment to Providing Services to
Development; and 3.629.2, Other Identified Local Land Development Issues. For Trent Woods
see Sections 3.631, General Land Development Policies and 3.633, Local Commitment to
Providing Services to Development.
7. Recreational Space and Water Access
Definition of Issue: The provision of additional public recreational space and water
access. The general unavailability of suitable public water access sites is an issue in Trent Woods
and River Bend. Issues related to water quality impacts on recreation and water access are
discussed in Sections 2.211.6 and 2.221.7.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed the provision of
additional recreational space and water access, additional requirements for new residential
development to provide recreational and open space, and development of master park plans as
elements of comprehensive plans. In New Bern, options for expanding pedestrian access to the
waterfront area and providing more access to the Neuse River were discussed.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.619, New Bern; Section 3.629, River Bend; and
Section 3.639, Trent Woods.
8. Marina Development
See # 1 in the Resource Protection Section above.
9. Commitment to Providing Services to Development
Definition of Issue: Providing services in balance with the availability and capacity of
municipal services, the need for cooperation among municipal, county, and private service
providers.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included
developing updated extension policies on providing utilities to new development and developing
land use regulations that require developers to ensure that planned street, recreational, and utility
improvements are incorporated into new land development proposals. Selected Policies:
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Woods.
10. Other Policy Issues
For the following policy issues, the three communities determined that there was no
significant change in the policy issue since the previous land use plans were prepared that
warranted a detailed discussion of the issue or a delineation of policy alternatives:
• Assistance to Channel Maintenance Areas
• Offshore Exploratory Drilling
1. Improving Citizen Participation
Definition of Issue: The need for improving general citizen participation in the land use
planning process. Alternative ways to provide public information and improve public education
was discussed. Better use of the local media to provide information on all planning and
development matters was discussed. See Section 3.711, New Bern; Section 3.721, River Bend;
and Section 3.731, Trent Woods.
1. Storm Preparedness
Definition of Issue: The need for improving and updating storm preparedness planning
and storm hazard mitigation measures. Cooperation with Craven County on county -wide
emergency management issues. Public acquisition of structures in the most hazardous areas.
Discussion of Possible Policy Alternatives: Alternatives discussed included
avoiding zoning areas susceptible to storm surge for intensive uses, relocating public
infrastructure from storm hazard areas, and preparation of updated storm preparedness plans.
Selected Policies: See Section 3.811, New Bern; Section 3.821, River Bend; and
Section 3.831, Trent Woods.
Resource Protection Policy Issues
• Protection of agricultural lands through zoning restrictions, such as increasing
the minimum lot area requirements, and not extending municipal water and sewer service to
such areas.
• Developing more comprehensive local regulations concerning wetlands
conservation and bulkhead installation.
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2. Resource Production and Management Policy Issues
• Developing specific local land use plan policies concerning trawling activities.
3. Economic and Community Development Policy Issues
• Developing specific local land use plan policies concerning offshore
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APPENDIX V
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS
A. LAND USE PLAN STEERING CON MTTEE
The following persons were appointed to the New Bern Regional Land Use Plan Committee:
Coordinating Committee
James V. Williams, Commissioner
Town of Trent Woods
Molly Ritter, Planning Commissioner
Town of River Bend
Michael Avery, Planning Director
City of New Bern
Greg Mayo, CD Coordinator
City of New Bern
Annette Stone, City Planner
City of New Bern
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Steering Committee
Kay Brenda, Planning Commissioner
Town of River Bend
Dallas Blackiston
New Bern Preservation Foundation
Don Baumgarden, Planning Director
Craven County
Ray Brock
River Bend
Laura Brown, Executive Director
Habitat for Humanity of Greater New
Bern, Inc.
Bill Chapman
Trent Woods
Jack Daft, Planning Commissioner
City of New Bern
Jime Davis, Executive Director
Craven County ED Commission
Tom Denton, Reverend
New Bern
Helen Davis
New Bern
James Findley, Councilman
Town of River Bend
Michael Gorman, Mayor
Town of Trent Woods
Mary Ann Harrison, President
Neuse River Foundation
Robert P. Holmes, III, Commissioner
Town of Trent Woods
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George Lawson, Board of Adjustment
City of New Bern
Stan Lettas
New Bern Appearance Commission
Linda MacDonald
Downtown New Bern Merchant's
Assoc.
Jay Mattingly, Jr., Alderman
City of New Bern
Pat McCollough
New Bern -Craven Co. Homebuilders
Assoc.
Kellon McMillian
New Bern African American Men's
Alliance
Alec Morris
River Bend Water and Sewer Board
Mary Peterkin
Five Points Business Merchant
Ed Risty, Planning Commissioner
City of New Bern
Kevin Roberts, President
Triangle Bank
P. O. Rogers, Major
New Bern Police Department
Drew Willis
Trent Woods
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B. MEETING DATES
(1) Advisory Committee
January 12, 1998
February 16, 1998
March 16, 1998
March 31, 1998
April 20, 1998
May 18, 1998
July 20, 1998
September 21, 1998
November 16, 1998
October 27, 1999
(2) Public Meetings
February 16, 1998 Public Informational Meeting
(3) Public Forums
September 14, 1998 (River Bend)
September 15, 1998 (Trent Woods and New Bern)
(4) Joint Elected OfficiaWlanning Board Meetings
December 1, 1998 (New Bern)
December 10, 1998 (River Bend)
December 17, 1998 (Trent Woods)
December 7, 1999 (New Bern)
(5) Other General Public Information
Local public access CATV taped presentation for airing in January and February
1999
(6) Public Hearings
February 8, 2000 (New Bern)
February 16, 2000 (River Bend)
March 9, 2000 (Trent Woods)
C. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
A copy of the Citizen Participation Plan adopted by all participating municipalities is attached.
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CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
1998 CAMA Regional Land Use Plan
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Subchapter 713 of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Land Use Planning Guidelines,
requires that the Land Use Plan update process include a variety of educational efforts and
participation techniques to assure that all segments of the community have a full and adequate
opportunity to participate in all stages of the land use plan development. It is therefore the
-responsibility of the communities to. involve, -inform and educate a broad cross-section of the
1 municipalities' populace. It is the intent of the City of New Bern, Town of River Bend, and
Town of Trent Woods to have a continuous citizen participation process that achieves these
purposes.
tThe following steps will be taken to provide information to the public and to encourage citizen
involvement:
1. Establishment of Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee
A Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee representing a cross-
section of the population of the New Bern region will be organized to
serve as the body responsible for guiding the Regional Land Use Plan
formulation effort. The Steering Committee will serve in a review and
advisory capacity to the elected officials of the three participating
municipalities and the project Planning Consultant, The Wooten
Company. The Steering Committee will meet on a periodic basis with
the Planning Consultant to review draft materials prepared by the
Planning Consultant, assist the Planning Consultant in defining land use
and development issues and concerns, and provide general input. The
Steering Committee members will keep their respective elected
governing board apprised of their activities and progress through regular
oral and/or written reports.
The local staffing of the Steering Committee will be handled through the
planning staff of the New Bern Planning and Inspections Department.
The New Bern Planning and Inspections Department staff, along with a
representative from the Towns of Trent Woods and River Bend, will
serve as the local coordinators of the CAMA Regional Land Use Plan
project.
2. Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee Orientation
An orientation meeting of the Regional Land Use Plan Steering
Committee will be held in January 1998. The meeting will focus on the
purposes of the CAMA Regional Land Use Plan, the process and
schedule for preparing the plan, an overview of the 76 Land Use
Planning Guidelines, the recent changes to the guidelines, and a review
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of the draft Citizen Participation Plan. This meeting will be open to the
public and its time and location will be advertised in the local newspaper.
73, --Initial-Public-lnformationMeeting
A meeting of the Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee will be
held in February 1998 to serve as an educational opportunity to inform
the general public of the purpose of the CAMA Regional Land Use Plan
and the process for updating the Plan, to review the policy statements
contained within the former land use plans, and to outline the public
participation activities to be undertaken during the preparation of the
regional land use plan. Notification of the meeting will be achieved
through notice in the local newspaper. Radio and television public
service announcements (PSA's) will also be prepared. If scheduling
allows, notification through City of New Bern utility bills will also be
undertaken.
4. Periodic Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee Meetings
It is anticipated that the Regional Land Use Plan Steering Committee will
meet at strategic points throughout the land use planning process to
provide general input into the plan development and to review materials
prepared by the Planning Consultant. Meetings will be held to identify
goals and objectives; identify land use issues; review a preliminary report
on existing conditions, constraints to land development, and estimated
demands on land and community facilities and services; review draft
policy statements; and review a draft of the entire land use plan update,
including proposed land classifications. Steering Committee meetings
will be held from January to August 1998. Newspaper notices and
PSA's to radio and television stations will be prepared and distributed
prior to each meeting. An opportunity for public comment and input will
be invited and encouraged at each meeting. It is anticipated that at least
six Steering Committee meetings will be held. The location for Steering
Committee meetings will be the Commissioners Meeting Room, Craven
County Administration Building, New Bern. The Steering Committee
meetings will be held on the first and/or third Monday of each month.
5. Public Information Meeting on the Preliminary Draft Regional Land Use
Plan
Following the completion of a preliminary draft Regional Land Use Plan
Update, a second public information meeting will be held by the Steering
Committee. The purpose of this meeting will be to review the draft Plan,
particularly the policy statements that have been developed and the
proposed land classifications. The meeting will afford another
opportunity for public involvement prior to a formal public hearing on the
adoption of the updated Plan. The public information meeting date is
projected to be held in October 1998. Copies of the full preliminary draft
Land Use Plan as well as executive summaries will be available at
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municipal facilities in each of the three municipalities. Notification of the
meeting will be achieved through local newspaper notices and the
' preparation and distribution of PSA's to local radio and television
-.-stations.
6. Public Hearing
A formal public hearing will be held by the elected officials of each
municipality to review the final draft Regional Plan and to solicit citizen
comments. Following the public hearings each elected board will
consider action .on adoption of the Plan. The public hearings will be
advertised by newspaper notice at least 30 days prior to the date of the
public hearings which is anticipated to be held in December 1998.
Notice of the public hearings will also be posted at municipal facilities in
each community. Additional means of public notification will include
notices included on City of New Bern utility bills and radio and television
PSA's, as applicable. Copies of the final draft Regional Land Use Plan
' and executive summaries will be available for review at municipal.
facilities in each community and at the local public library.
7. Additional Means of Soliciting Public Involvement
In addition to the meetings outlined above, New Bern, River Bend and
Trent Woods will utilize the following means to increase public
' involvement and to disseminate public information:
• three public forums, one in each participating municipality, to
explore land use and development issues in-depth, to assist
with the validation of planning and land development issues,
and to assist with the formulation of policy statements. An
' additional three meetings will be held contingent upon the
receipt of additional requested funding.
1 • distribution of a citizen survey to solicit public input.
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• presentations by the New Bern Planning Department staff and
members of the project coordinating committee to the Planning
Boards of each community.
• presentations by New Bern Planning Department staff and/or
Steering Committee members to civic, business, church, and
similar groups, as requested.
• release of preliminary reports on existing conditions,
constraints, and estimated demands and on draft policy
statements. The preliminary reports will be available for public
review at municipal facilities in each community. Copies of the
reports will also be made available to the local media.
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• contingent upon the receipt of additional requested funding,
development of a fold -out executive summary of the adopted
plan tailored to each community.
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IGLOSSARY
1 ADT (Average Daily Traffic). The average number of cars per day that pass over a given point.
Anadromous. Ascending rivers from the sea for breeding. Fish species, such as shad, herring, and
striped bass, migrate from their primary habitats in the oceans up freshwater rivers and streams to spawn.
Areas of Environmental Concern. The Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) designates four
categories of areas of environmental concern (AECs): the estuarine system, the ocean hazard system,
public water supplies, and natural and cultural resource areas. These AECs, and the standards for
development within them, cover almost all coastal waters and three percent of the land in the twenty
coastal counties in North Carolina.
Benthic. Living in or on the bottom of a body of water.
Best Management Practice (BMP). A method, activity, maintenance procedure, or other management
practice for reducing the amount of pollution entering a body of water.
CAMA.- Coastal Area Management Act of 1974.
Coastal Complex Natural Areas. Lands that support native plant and animal communities and provide
habitat qualities which have remained essentially unchanged by human activity.
Coastal Wetlands. Any salt marsh or other marsh subject to regular or occasional flooding by tides,
including wind tides (whether or not the tide waters reach the marshland areas through natural or
artificial watercourses), provided this shall not include hurricane nor tropical storm tides. Coastal
wetlands contain some, but not necessarily all, of the following marsh plant species:
. Cord Grass
. Bulrush
. Black Needlerush
Saw Grass
Glasswort
Cat -tail
. Salt Grass
. Salt Meadow Grass
Sea Lavender
. Salt Reed Grass
Also included in this definition is such contiguous land as the Secretary of the NC Department of
Environment , Health and Natural Resources reasonably deems necessary to affect by any such order in
carrying out the purposes of the CAMA regulations.
tCRC. Coastal Resources Commission.
DCM. Division of Coastal Management, North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and
Natural Resources.
Estuarine Shorelines. Those non -ocean shorelines which are especially vulnerable to erosion, flooding,
or other adverse effects of wind and water and are intimately connected to the estuary. This area extends
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tthe mean high water level or normal water level along the estuaries, sounds, bays and brackish waters
for a distance of 75 feet landward. For those estuarine shorelines immediately contiguous to waters
classified as Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW), the estuarine shoreline extends 575 feet landward
from the mean high water level or normal water level.
Estuarine System. The coast's broad network of brackish sounds, marshes, and the shorelines
surrounding them. The following components of the estuarine system have been designated as AECs:
estuarine waters, public trust areas, coastal wetlands, and estuarine shorelines
' Estuarine Waters. All the waters of the Atlantic Ocean within the boundary of North Carolina and all
the waters of the bays, sounds, rivers, and tributaries thereto seaward of the dividing line between coastal
fishing waters and inland fishing waters, as set forth in an agreement adopted by the Wildlife Resources
Commission and the Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources.
Estuary. A semi -enclosed body of water where fresh water draining from the mainland mixes with salt
water from the ocean.
Floating Structures. 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
is 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
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been removed or rendered inoperative and it contains at least 200 square feet of living space area. A boat
is defined as a vessel or watercraft of any type or size specifically designed to be self-propelled, whether
by engine, sail, oar, or paddle or other means, which is used to travel from place to place by water.
Fecal Colilform. Bacteria from the intestinal tracts of warm-blooded animals. High numbers of fecal
coliform bacteria in a water body may indicate a recent release of untreated wastewater and/or the
presence of animal feces. Fecal coliform is used as an indicator for managing the closure of shellfish
beds to protect the public health.
Freshwater Wetlands. Swamps and inland wetlands that are not covered by the Coastal Area
Management Act, unless the Coastal Resource Commission designates them as a natural resource AEC.
Freshwater wetlands are protected by the Clean Water Act and a US Army Corps of Engineers permit is
required for work in them.
Freestanding Moorings. 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).
Impaired Waters. Surface waters that are negatively impacted by pollution resulting in decreased water
quality.
Marinas. 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 allowing access only, temporary docking, and none of the preceding
services.
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Migration Rate. Migration rate is the difference between population in -migration and out -migration
expressed as a percentage of the base year total population. It is derived by dividing natural increase (or
decrease) by the base year total population.
' Natural and Cultural Resource Areas. Areas containing environmental, natural or cultural resources
of more than local significance in which uncontrolled or incompatible development could result in major
or irreversible damage to natural systems or cultural resources; scientific, educational, or associative
values; or aesthetic qualities.
Natural Increase. Natural increase is the difference between total births and total deaths.
Net Migration. Net migration is the difference between total population change and natural increase (or
decrease).
Normal High Water. The ordinary extent of high tide based upon site conditions such as presence and
location of vegetation, which has its distribution influenced by tidal action, and the location of the
apparent high tide line.
Normal Water Level. The level of water bodies with less than six inches of lunar tide during periods of
little or no wind. It can be determined by the presence of such physical and biological indicators as
erosion escarpments, trash lines, water lines, marsh grasses, and barnacles.
Nutrient Sensitive Waters. A supplemental water classification developed by the Division of Water
Quality that is intended for waters needing additional nutrient management due to their being subject to
excessive growth of microscopic or macroscopic vegetation.
Ocean Beaches. Lands consisting of unconsolidated soil materials that extend from the mean low water
line landward to a point where either the growth of vegetation occurs or a distinct change in slope or
elevation alters the configuration of the landform, whichever is farther landward.
Ocean Hazard Areas. Beaches, frontal dunes, inlet lands, and other areas along the Atlantic Ocean
shoreline in which geologic, vegetative, and soil conditions indicate a substantial possibility of excessive
erosion or flood damage. The ocean hazard system of AEC's contains the following areas: ocean
erodible areas, high hazard flood areas, inlet hazard areas, and unvegetated beach areas.
' On -site Wastewater Treatment Systems. Systems, including septic tanks and package treatment
plants, which treat wastewater where it is produced. These systems are smaller in scale than municipal
central sewage treatment plants.
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Outstanding Resource Waters. Estuarine waters and public trust areas classified by the North Carolina
Environmental Management Commission as waters of exceptional state or national recreational or
ecological significance.
Primary Nursery Areas. Areas in the estuarine system where initial post larval development of fmfish
and crustaceans takes place. They are usually located in the uppermost sections of an estuarine system
where populations are uniformly early juvenile stages.
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Public Water Supplies. Public water supply AEC's include small surface water supply watersheds and
public water supply well fields. Small water supply watersheds are catchment areas situated entirely
within the coastal area which contain a water body classified as A -II by the Environmental Management
Commission. Public water supply well fields are areas of well -drained sands that extend downward from
the surface into the shallow ground water table which supplies the public with potable water.
Public Trust Areas. 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 from bodies of water in which the public has acquired rights by prescription,
custom, usage, dedication, or any other means. Public trust areas overlap with the estuarine waters AEC,
but they also cover inland fishing waters that are not in the estuarine waters AEC.
Riparian. Relating to the bank or shoreline of a body of water.
Runoff. Water which is not absorbed by soil and which drains off the land into bodies of water.
Significant Coastal Archaeological Resources. Areas that contain archaeological remains (objects,
features, and/or sites) that have more than local significance to history or prehistory.
Significant Coastal Historic Architectural Resources. Districts, structures, buildings, sites or objects
that have more than local significance to history or architecture.
Stormwater. Water which is generated by rainfall, causes runoff, and often is routed into drainage
systems.
Unique Coastal Geologic Formations. Sites that contain geologic formations that are unique or
otherwise significant components of coastal systems, or that are especially notable examples of geologic
formations or processes in the coastal area.
Water -dependent Uses. Uses that must be located near or in water to accomplish their intended
purpose. Examples include navigation channels, drainage ditches, docks, wharfs, piers, bulkheads, utility
easements, revetments, culverts, mooring pilings, boat ramps, groins, bridges, and bridge approaches.
Watershed. The geographic region within which water drains to a particular river, stream, or body of
water.
Wetlands. The Division of Coastal management has developed the following definitions for wetlands:
Altered Wetlands. Areas of human impact that has physically disturbed the wetlands but the
area is still wetland.
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Bottomland Hardwoods. Seasonally flooded forested or occasionally scrub/shrub areas usually
occurring in floodplains. Typical species include hickories, oaks (overcup, water, laurel, swamp
chestnut),sweet gum, green ash cottonwoods, willows, river birch, and occasionally pines.
Disturbed Wetlands. Areas of hydric soils where vegetation has been removed. (No longer
wetlands)
Drained Wetlands. Any wetland system described herein which is or has been effectively
drained.
Estuarine Forested. A forested wetland community subject to occasional flooding by tides,
including wind tides (whether or not the tide waters reach the marshland areas through natural or
artificial watercourses). Examples include pine dominated communities with Juncus spp.
understories or fringe swamp communities such as those which occur along the Albemarle and
Pamlico sounds.
Estuarine Shrub Scrub. Any shrub/scrub dominated community subject to occasional flooding
by tides, including wind tides (whether or not the tide waters reach the marshland areas through
natural or artificial watercourses). Typical species include Myrica spp. and Juniperus
virginiana.
Freshwater Marsh. Herbaceous areas which are flooded for extended periods during the
growing season. Included in this are marshes within lcustrine systems, managed
impoundments, some Carolina Bays, and nontidal other non -tidal marshes (i.e. marshes which do
not fall into the Salt/Brackish Marsh category). Typical communities include species of sedges,
millets, ashes and grasses not specified in the coastal wetland regulations. Also included is
Arundinaria gigantea, Sagittaria spp., Pontederia spp,. Peltandra spp., Polygonum spp., and
Typha spp.
' Hardwood Flat. Poorly drained interstream flats not associated with rivers or estuaries.
Seasonally saturated by high water table or poor drainage. Species vary greatly but often include
Liquidambar styraci .flua and Acer rubrum.
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Headwater Swamps. Wooded, riverine systems along first order streams. These include
hardwood dominated communities with moist soil most of the year. Channels receive their water
from overland flow and rarely overflow their own banks.
Managed Pinelands. Seasonally saturated, managed pine forests (usually Pinus taeda)
occurring on hydric soils.
Maritime Forest. A forested community characterized by its stunted growth due to the stresses
imposed by its vicinity to salt spray from the ocean. Typical vegetation includes Quercus
virginiana, Acer rubrum and Nyssa biflora.
Pine Flats. Palustrine, seasonally saturated pine communities on hydric soils that may become
quite dry for part of the year. Generally on flat or nearly flat interfluves. Usually dominated by
Pinus taeda. This category does not include managed pine systems.
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Pocosin. Palustrine scrub/shrub communities (i.e. non -Estuarine Scrub/Shrub) dominated by
evergreen shrubs, often mixed with pond or loblolly pines. Typically occur on saturated, acid,
nutrient poor, sandy or peaty soils usually removed from large streams and subject to periodic
burning.
Salt/Brackish Marsh. Any salt marsh or other marsh subject to regular or occasional flooding
by tides, including wind tides (whether or not the tide waters reach the marshland areas through
natural or artificial watercourses), provided this shall not include hurricane or tropical storm
waters. Coastal wetland plant species include: Spartina alterniflora, Juncus roemerianus,
Salicornia spp., Distichlis spicata, Limonium spp., Scirpus spp., Cladiumjaillaicense, Typha
spp., Spartina patens and Spartina cywosuroides.
Swamp Forest. Riverine and non-riverine forested or scrub/shrub communities which are semi -
permanently flooded, including temporarily flooded depressional systems. Typical species
include Taxodium spp., Nyssa spp., Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Acer rubrum and Carya aquatica.
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APPENDIX X
THE RECOMMENDED THROUGHFARE PLAN
URBAN AREA THROUGHFARE PLAN FOR NEW BERN, BRIDGETON, TRENT
WOODS AND RIVER BEND
North Carolina Department of Transportation, Statewide Planning Branch
October 1993
The revised 1992 New Bern -Bridgeton -Trent Woods -River Bend Thoroughfare Plan is the result
' of a very extensive, comprehensive, and cooperative effort that should help determine priorities
for transportation projects well into the next century. It should be emphasized that this plan is
based on anticipated growth as indicated by current land use projections. Prior to construction of
specific projects, a more detailed study will be required to evaluate the need, exact location, and
any environmental concerns. Public participation will be solicited throughout this process, as it
was during the development of the thoroughfare plan.
Throughout the thoroughfare planning process it was the desire of the Statewide Planning
Branch to arrive at a thoroughfare plan that was not only technically proficient but also a plan
' that would meet with public approval. Public participation has been actively solicited throughout
the entire process which began with a locally appointed committee to project the socioeconomic
data in the fall of 1989. Input was routinely solicited from local policy boards, civic groups, and
' public drop -in sessions. Several projects were deleted or altered and others added as a result of
this process. This cooperative effort culminated with the mutual adoption of the Thoroughfare
' Plan by New Bern, Bridgeton, Trent Woods, River Bend, Craven County, and the North Carolina
Department of Transportation. .
' The following recommended plan, shown graphically in Figure 10, will be divided into three
sections for discussion purposes. They are freeways/expressways, major thoroughfares, and
minor thoroughfares. All other streets are considered to be local collector streets. Only
' thoroughfares that have recommendations of major widening or proposed new alignments will be
elaborated upon. All others will be simply listed in the appropriate functional class section.
Appendix A of this report contains a detailed listing of all thoroughfares on the Plan including:
' street name, reference points, existing roadway and right-of-way widths, capacities, present and
future traffic volumes, and recommended design year cross -sections and right-of-ways. It would
be helpful to the reader to refer to Appendix A and Figure 10 (not included) while reading the
following sections.
Freeways and Expressways
The freeway/expressway system provides for fast and efficient movement of large volumes of
traffic in an urban area. Its function ranges from serving as a bypass for through traffic; or for
facilitating movement of traffic from outlying points and intermediate areas to the central area; to
moving traffic among radials in the more suburban areas. Properly located freeways and
expressways help relieve usually congested radials and increase overall travel time.
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US 17 Bypass - This is a programmed project that will be a four lane freeway on new location.
The location shown in Figure 10 is only one of several alternatives being studied. The exact
location will not be determined for another nine to twelve months. If an alternative is chosen
that is radically different from the one shown it would be advisable to rerun the traffic
assignment model since the location affects the amount of traffic on the major radial routes in the
area. This facility will allow regional traffic on US 17 to bypass the local municipalities thus
relieving congested local corridors and improving local traffic flow.
US 70 BYPASS - This four lane divided freeway/expressway serves the same function in an
east -west direction that the US 17 Bypass serves in a north -south direction. It is the primary link
for the Piedmont area of the State to the coast as well as serving the Cherry Point Marine Base
and the proposed air cargo facility in Kinston. This corridor will experience tremendous growth
in traffic volumes over the next 25 years. It is anticipated that the freeway section from the
Glenburnie Road interchange to the Trent River Bridge will need eight lanes. The section from
the Trent River Bridge to the planning area boundary that is not freeway needs to be six lanes,
and it needs to be brought up to freeway standards by controlling the access with service roads
and interchanges at strategic locations. Since future bypasses are impractical in this area it is
imperative that the planning for future development include plans for efficient traffic flow in this
corridor.
' Major Thoroughfares
The major thoroughfares are the principle traffic carriers of the urban area. Their function is to
move intra-urban and inter -urban traffic. The streets which comprise the major thoroughfare
system may also serve as access to abutting property; however, their primary function is to carry
traffic. Too much access decreases the travel speed along the thoroughfare and causes
' "bottlenecks" which necessitates the need for traffic signals. The end result is reduction in
capacity of the facility.
' The following is an alphabetical listing/description of the streets that compose the major
thoroughfare system on the Thoroughfare Plan. Appendix A (not included) has a more specific
listing of each facility if more technical information is desired.
' Bosch Boulevard - This is a proposed partial loop facility that will aid local traffic flow
among NC 43/55, US 70, and US 17. It will also provide access and travel for future
' development in one of New Bern's projected high growth areas.
Broad Street - This is the primary radial route into New Bern. It currently is signed to
carry US 17 Business, US 70 Business, and NC 55 traffic. The section from the junction
of US 17 and NC 55 to First Street is projected to exceed its capacity by the design year.
It will need to be widened to at least six lanes. The lack of right-of-way and the dense
' strip development along this section will be cost prohibitive. If the "K" Street Extension
were put back on the thoroughfare plan it would take enough traffic away from this
section to allow it to operate within an acceptable level of service. If this cannot be done
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then consideration could be given to constructing a substandard six lane section with nine
to ten foot lane widths and a strip median. The remainder of Broad Street from First
' Street to Front Street is projected to be adequate for future traffic. The City of New
Bern's Urban Design Plan recommends narrowing this section of the corridor to enhance
the gateway into the Central Business District. I think a parkway type four lane design
' with sidewalks and plantings could be accommodated when the new Bridge and the US
17 Bypass are completed.
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Chelsea Road (SR 1200) and Realignment - It is the most heavily traveled road in Trent
Woods. Many residents use this facility to access Glenburnie Road which is a major loop
facility for New Bern that intersects with all the major radials in the City. In order to
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recommended so a direct connection with Glenburnie Road could be achieved at Trent
Road. The realignment will also ease congestion on Trent Road. It is recommended that
Chelsea Road and the proposed realignment be three lanes. The remaining existing
section of Chelsea is designated as a minor thoroughfare and will be discussed in that
section.
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Country Club Road (SR 1200) - This is a residential type street in Trent Woods, but it
also serves as one of the primary entrances into the community. It has direct access to
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US 70 Bypass and downtown New Bern. Projected design year traffic will approach the
practical capacity of this thoroughfare. Due to the residential nature of this facility and
the volume of turning traffic associated with that function, widening to three lanes is
trecommended.
East Front Street and Trent River Bridge - This entire facility is projected to be over
capacity by 2015. Front Street should be widened to five lanes and the bridge should be
widened to four lanes. This area of New Bern is part of a National Register Historic
District so widening impacts should be kept to a minimum. Initial assumptions were that
traffic would drop substantially on the Trent River Bridge when the Neuse River Bridge
was relocated. This was proved incorrect when the trip distribution model indicated that
a large number of trips were originating within and had destinations to the New Bern
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Central Business District from the Bridgeton and Pamlico County areas. The shortest
distant for these trips is via the Trent River Bridge.
' First Street (SR 1200) Smooth operation of this facility will become very important when
the Neuse River Bridge is relocated. It will become the most efficient way to enter the
' City of New Bern from the North and the East. A four lane divided urban type cross-
section is recommended with a grass median. This will allow for enhancement of the
visual appearance as traffic enters the City.
' George Street (SR 1403) - The existing cross-section is anticipated to be adequate
throughout the design period for this thoroughfare.
' Glenburnie Road (NC 43/SR 1309/SR 1402) - This route is the major north -south
crosstown facility in New Bern. It allows easy access to all the major east -west radials in
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the City. The section from McCarthy Boulevard across US 70 to Neuse Boulevard will
experience a doubling of traffic over the next 25 years. A seven lane cross-section is
recommended. The section from Neuse Boulevard to Oaks Road will require four lanes
to accommodate future growth.
Half Moon Road (SR 1600) - The short 0.35 mile section from Old Vanceboro Road (SR
1616) to St. Delights Church Road (SR 1615) along with a portion of SR 1616 and SR
1615 forms an important radial thoroughfare from the northeastern part of the County to
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US 17. It is projected to be over capacity and should be widened to four lanes. The
remainder of Half Moon Road is designated as a minor thoroughfare and will be
discussed in that section.
National Avenue (SR 1403) - National Avenue along with George Street, Oaks Road,
Glenburnie Road, and Simmons Street comprise a loop system for New Bern that
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NC 43 - This is a heavily traveled route between Craven and Pitt Counties. It is also a
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major radial route for the entire planning area. It carries a lot of US 17 Bypass type
traffic that is trying to go north -south through the area. When the US 17 Bypass is
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constructed, NC 43 will function more as a local traffic carrier. However, it will still
carry volumes of local traffic that exceed its practical capacity. Four lanes are
recommended beginning at SR 1419 coming from the North to NC 55, and six lanes are
recommended from NC 55 to Glenburnie Road. The remainder of NC 43 is signed along
Glenburnie Road and terminates at US 17.
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NC 55 - This facility functions as an intra-county route west of the Neuse River, but it is
the primary route used to get from Pamlico County to the planning area. A four lane
divided section is recommended coming from the Northwest at SR 1243 to NC 43. From
there to the Neuse River it runs concurrently with NC 43, Neuse Boulevard, and Broad
Street. In Bridgeton it is recommended that five lanes be constructed from the New
Neuse River Bridge to Half Moon Road and four lanes divided from there to the Planning
Area Boundary. These improvements in this section are scheduled for construction by
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Neuse Boulevard - This is a heavily stripped developed radial in New Bern that also
carries NC 55 and US 17 Business traffic.. The proposed US 17 Bypass and the new
Neuse River Bridge will relieve a lot of the congestion on this route, but it is still
' expected to approach its practical capacity by the year 2015. Widening would probably
be cost prohibitive due to development along the corridor. If the "K' Street Extension
were put back on the Thoroughfare Plan and constructed, Neuse Boulevard would
' probably operate at a more tolerable level of service in the future.
Neuse River Bridge Replacement - The existing bridge is scheduled to be replaced on
' new location by NCDOT beginning in 1995. The new location will relieve congestion in
downtown New Bern and eliminate the conflict that exists now with boat and automobile
traffic. It will also connect to the US 70 Freeway in New Bern and an improved NC 55 in
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Bridgeton, which will permit a much smoother flow of traffic between the two
municipalities. The City of New Bern is concerned about the visual impact the structure
will have on the downtown area and Union Point. They have asked that this be an
important consideration during the Environmental Study. That environmental study is
presently underway and on schedule. The structure will be at least four lanes wide and
possibly six if funding permits.
Oaks Road (SR 1403) - This is the continuation of the National Avenue and George
Street thoroughfare that makes up part of a loop system around the northern part of New
Bern. Anticipated future traffic will require three lanes. Some houses in the area are
very close to the pavement and will be impacted by the widening. Narrower lane widths
could be considered to minimize the impact.
Pembroke Road (SR 1200) - This facility is the continuation of Country Club Road and
together they serve as a major radial for Trent Woods with direct access to US 70 Bypass.
Widening to three lanes is recommended to accommodate future traffic and driveway
turning movements. The section from US 70 Bypass north to First Street is going to
become an important facility for accessing the central business district of New Bern when
the US 17 Bypass and the new Neuse River Bridge is built. A four lane divided cross-
section is recommended with a grass median and possible landscaping.
Plantation Drive - The portion of this facility that is designated as a major thoroughfare
and its proposed extension is intended to be the primary east -west facility through River
Bend. It will also allow another entrance and exit for the Town. The two functions that
this thoroughfare provide are the most needed in River Bend. It is imperative that this
facility be protected and constructed if River Bend is to have efficient traffic flow in the
future. The remaining section of Plantation Drive is a minor thoroughfare and will be
discussed in that section.
Saint Delights Church Road (SR 1615) - This is a major radial serving the northeastern
part of Craven County to US 17, and it will need to be widened to four lanes.
Shoreline Drive - This is presently the major route into and out of River Bend,
consequently it carries the most traffic. Even with proposed new entrances and exits it
will still exceed its practical capacity from US 17 to Plantation Drive and should be
widened to three lanes.
Simmons Street (SR 1215) - This is a partial loop facility for New Bern, and it allows
ease of movement among the major radials and crosstown routes traversing the City. The
section from US 17 to Neuse Boulevard will warrant a good four lane section in the
future. The two lane section that approaches Oaks Road should be widened to four lanes.
There are some homes close to the existing pavement that will be impacted by the
widening. Every effort should be made to minimize that impact.
SR 1004 (Brice's Creek Road) - The southeastern section of the Planning Area below the
Trent River relies almost exclusively on this facility for access. Additional facilities are
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and sensitive wetlands. It is imperative that a high level of traffic service be maintained
on this thoroughfare.
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section of the planning area. The airport has raised concerns about a conflict with their
runway, but a feasibility study conducted by NCDOT indicated the two facilities could
coexist.
SR 1005 (Old US 70) - This major arterial has county wide significance as well as an
important urban function in the northeastern part of the planning area. When the US 17
Bypass is constructed through this area, development will increase significantly. It is
recommended that the section from Clarks to NC 55 be widened to a four lane divided
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facility.
SR 1167 (Williams Road) - In conjunction with Brice's Creek Road and the proposed
connector, this route will be important for traffic service to the rapidly growing
southeastern section of the planning area.
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SR 1225 (Clark's Road) - This corridor along with NC 43, SR 1224 (Tuscarora Road)
and SR 1243 (Saunders Lane and Ipock Road) is functioning as a US 17 Bypass of the
planning area. Even after the US 17 Bypass is constructed Clark's Road will still be
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heavily traveled due to the projected industrial growth in the corridor. The relatively
cheap and undeveloped land along with the close proximity of US 70 and US 17
Bypasses makes the area very attractive to development. A realignment is recommended
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at SR 1005 (Old US 70) with SR 1243 (Saunders Lane) so offset intersections can be
eliminated on SR 1005, which will reduce travel time and accidents. A four lane divided
section is recommended from SR 1224 (Tuscarora Road) to US 70, and a five lane
section is recommended from US 70 to SR 1005 (Old US 70).
' SR 1243 (Saunders Lane and Ipock Road) - As mentioned above for Clark's Road this
corridor is presently serving as a US 17 Bypass of the Planning Area. The intensity of
development is expected to increase also after the US 17 Bypass is constructed but not to
the degree of the Clark's Road (SR 1225) corridor. A realignment at NC 55 is
recommended with Ipock Road and Saunders Lane so that the offset intersection can be
eliminated on NC 55. A three lane section is recommended from SR 1225 (Clark's Road)
' to NC 55.
SR 1616 (Old Vanceboro Road) - This is a short section of the Saint Delight's Church
' Road (SR 1615) corridor that functions as a major arterial from the northeastern part of
the County to US 17. It is recommended to be widened to four lanes.
' New Tar Landing Drive - This is a proposed major thoroughfare that will provide land
access and traffic circulation as development expands in River Bend.
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' Trent Boulevard (SR 1278) - This is a heavily traveled local thoroughfare that provides
primary access to Trent Woods. The section from US 17 to Simmons Street will need
' multilanes to accommodate future traffic.
Tuscarora Road (SR 1224) - After the US 17 Bypass is completed and current bypass
type traffic shifts away from this facility there should be sufficient capacity to absorb
future growth.
US 17 Business and Clarendon Boulevard - This is the second most heavily traveled
traffic artery in the Planning Area besides US 70. The busiest section from Trent Road to
Neuse Boulevard is already over capacity in some places. NCDOT has scheduled a
widening project for that section in 1996. The City of New Bern has requested that as
much of the grass median as possible should remain when the widening is completed.
The construction of the US 17 Bypass and the Neuse River Bridge replacement will also
reduce present and future traffic. The section from Neuse Boulevard to Front Street is
covered in the Neuse Boulevard and Broad Street sections. In Bridgeton, the entire
corridor will still need to be widened even with construction of the US 17 Bypass, but
there is sufficient right-of-way existing, and damage to existing structures along the
corridor through Bridgeton should be minimal.
' Minor Thoroughfares
The minor thoroughfare system serves the function of collecting local traffic from residential,
commercial or industrial type areas and distributing it to the major thoroughfare system. They
also may supplement the major thoroughfare system by carrying minor through traffic
movements. Due to the land access type function, minor thoroughfares cannot accommodate
large volumes of traffic. They are more of a collector -distributor system for the major
' thoroughfares.
The following is an alphabetical listing/description of the streets that compose the minor
thoroughfare system on the Thoroughfare Plan. Appendix A has a more specific listing of each
facility if more technical information is desired.
"A" Street - It is located off National Avenue and is in the Riverside Historic District. Its
function is to distribute local traffic in New Berns Central Business District.
' "B" Street (Bridgeton) - This is the main local street for Bridgeton's Central Business
District. Most sections are only eighteen feet wide and should be widened to at least
twenty-four feet.
' Bridge Street - Distributes local traffic in Bridgeton.
Chelsea Road (SR 1200) - Allows for direct access to the proposed McCarthy Boulevard
Extension.
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Craven Street -Distributes local traffic in New Bern's Central Business District, and it is
located in a National Register Historic District.
'
Cypress Street - Distributes local traffic to and from New Bern's Central Business
District.
'
Elizabeth Avenue and Proposed Extension - Collects residential traffic and carries minor
local through traffic in New Bern. The proposed extension to Bosch Boulevard will
service future development in the same capacity.
Half Moon Road (SR 1600) - Provides for land access local through trips in the
Bridgeton Area.
Highland Avenue (SR 1216) - Collects residential traffic and carries minor local through
traffic in Trent Woods.
High School Road - This is a proposed new facility that will help collect and distribute
local traffic as development occurs in the western portion of the planning area.
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Howard Street - Distributes local traffic to and from New Bern's Central Business
District.
McCarthy Boulevard/Commerce, Way and Extensions - This is a proposed parallel
facility to Glenburnie Avenue which will provide access and internal circulation for
future development bounded by Glenburnie Road, US 70 Bypass, and Trent Boulevard.
It is recommended to access this facility whenever possible with new development so
Glenburnie Road's capacity will not further deteriorate.
Metcalf Street - Distributes local traffic in New Bern's Central Business District, and it is
located in a National Historic District.
Middle Street - Distributes local traffic in New Bern's Central Business District, and it is
located in a National Historic District.
New Lakemere Drive - Provides for residential access and internal traffic circulation in
River Bend.
Old Brick Road (SR 1307) - This facility has been listed by the State Historic
Preservation Officer as being historically significant and a possible candidate for the
National Register of Historic Places. Future traffic projections indicate a need for this
roadway to be wider than its present eight feet. It is recommended that a new parallel two
lane facility be constructed, and the Old Brick Road become a pedestrian walkway or
bike path.
Pinewood Drive - Provides for residential access and internal traffic circulation in River
Bend.
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Pirates Road - Provides for residential access and internal traffic circulation in River
Bend.
Plantation Drive - Strictly a residential access facility for River Bend.
rPollock
Street - Functions as a minor crosstown route south of Broad Street through New
Bern's historic district and the Central Business District.
Race Track Road (SR 1220) - Collects residential traffic and carries minor local through
traffic in New Bern.
River Road (SR 1214) - Collects residential traffic and carries minor local through traffic
in Trent Woods.
Rockledge Road - Provides for residential access and internal traffic circulation in River
Bend.
SR 1113 (Old Cherry Point Road) - Functions as a land access and service road facility
'
that parallels US 70. It allows US 70 to operate more efficiently by minimizing driveway
access and local traffic on US 70.
SR 1143 (Little Road) - Functions as a land access and local radial type collector for the
southern part of the Planning Area. There are very few adequate thoroughfares in this
area because it is part of the Croatan National Forest.
'
SR 1171 (Howell Road) - Collects residential and some commercial traffic and carries
minor local through traffic through the James City Area.
rSR
1433 (Antioch Road) - Functions as a land access and local radial type collector for
the Bridgeton Area.
SR 1917 (William Street) - Collects residential and some commercial traffic and carries
minor local through traffic through the James City area.
Steeplechase Drive (SR 1216) - Collects residential traffic and carries minor local
through traffic in Trent Woods.
Trent Woods Drive (SR 1213) - Collects residential traffic and carries minor local
through traffic in Trent Woods.
rTryon
Palace Drive - Distributes local traffic in New Bern's Central Business District.
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IConstruction Improvements and Cost Estimates
Many considerations go into determining the actual staging and construction of a highway
project. Political, social, environmental, and economic factors all have their influence. Each
year the North Carolina Department of Transportation considers all these factors and prioritizes
' the State's transportation needs. That priority list determines the funding levels and construction
schedules, and it is published as the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP).
In an effort to help the local officials in the New Bern Planning Area compare the relative value
of various improvements in the Thoroughfare Plan, an assessment has been made of the benefits
that can be expected from each project. These benefits can then be used as a guide to help
' prioritize local projects for submission to the Board of Transportation for scheduling
consideration. Construction priority will vary depending on what criteria are considered and
what weight is attached to the various criteria. Most people would agree that improvements to
the major thoroughfare system and major traffic routes would be more important than minor
thoroughfares where traffic volumes are lower. To be in the State's Transportation Improvement
Program, a project must show favorable benefits relative to costs and should not be prohibitively
expensive.
Three principal measures of benefits were used: road user cost savings, the potential for
' increased economic development resulting from the improvement, and the environmental impact,
both positive and negative which may result. The first measure is an actual estimate of dollar
savings, while the others are estimates of the probability of the resulting change.
Reduced road user costs should result from any roadway improvement, from a simple widening
to the construction of a new roadway to relieve congested or unsafe conditions. Comparisons of
the existing and proposed facility have been made in terms of vehicle operating costs, travel time
cost, and accident costs. These user benefits are computed as total dollar savings over the 25-
year design period using data such as project, length, base year and design year traffic volumes,
ttraffic speed, type of facility, and volume/capacity ratio.
The impact of a project on economic development potential is denoted as the probability that it
will stimulate the economic development of an area by providing access to land with
development potential and reducing transportation costs. It is a subjective estimate based on the
knowledge of the proposed project, local development characteristics, and land development
potential. The probability is rated on a scale from 0 (none) to 1.00 (excellent).
The environmental impact analysis considers the effect of a project on the physical,
social/cultural, and economic environment. Many of these have been accounted for in evaluating
the project with respect to user benefits, cost, and economic development potential. The
1 environmental analysis evaluates the impact of the project on the following: (1) air quality, (2)
water resources, (3) soils and geology, (4) wildlife, (5) vegetation, (6) neighborhoods, (7) noise,
(8) educational facilities, (9) churches, (10) parks and recreational facilities, (11) historic sites
and landmarks, and (12) public health and safety. The summation of both positive and negative
impact probabilities with respect to these factors provides a measure of the relative
environmental impact of a project.
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Summary of Updated Policy Statements
1999 New Bern Region Land Use Plan
Policy Statement New Bern `River Bend. ='' Trent Woods
UPDATED RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICIES
Constraints to Land Develo went
Flood Hazard Areas Minimize the location of land uses and Minimize the location of land uses and Minimize the location of land uses and
structures in identified flood hazard areas. structures in identified flood hazard areas. structures in identified flood hazard areas.
Soil Suitability/Septic Tank
Use
Areas of Environmental
Concern
Direct the most intensive development to areas
with adequate water and sewer service.
Development in areas where soil types have
limited capacity will be restricted.
New Bern will permit those land uses which
conform to the general use standards of the
North Carolina Administrative Code (15
NCAC 7H) for development within the
estuarine system except as noted elsewhere in
this section. Only those uses which are water -
dependent will be permitted in coastal
wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust
areas.
Coastal Wetlands Only those uses which require water access
and cannot function elsewhere will be
permitted in coastal wetlands consistent with
CAMA 7H Use Standards and the Land Use
Ordinance.
Direct the most intensive development to
areas with adequate water and sewer
service.
River Bend will permit those land uses
which conform to the general use
standards of the North Carolina
Administrative Code (15 NCAC 711) for
development within the estuarine system
except as noted elsewhere in this section.
Only those uses which are water -
dependent will be permitted in coastal
wetlands, estuarine waters, and public
trust areas.
The town will restrict, through its zoning
ordinance and subdivision regulations,
land uses in coastal wetlands to those that
support wetlands conservation and which
do not adversely affect their delicate
balance.
Direct the most intensive development to
areas with adequate water and sewer
service.
Trent Woods will permit those land uses
which conform to the general use
standards of the North Carolina
Administrative Code (15 NCAC 7H) for
development within the estuarine system
except as noted elsewhere in this section.
Only those uses which are water -
dependent will be permitted in coastal
wetlands, estuarine waters, and public
trust areas.
The town will restrict, through its zoning
ordinance and subdivision regulations,
land uses in coastal wetlands to those that
support wetlands conservation and which
do not adversely affect their delicate
balance.
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Policy Statement New Bern River Bernd Trent Woods
Estuarine Waters and Public
Trust Areas
Estuarine Shoreline
Outstanding Resource Waters
Other Fragile Areas
Sound and Estuarine System
Islands
Freshwater Wetlands
Historical and Archaeological
Sites
The City of New Bern's policy will be to
restrict development in estuarine waters and
public trust waters to those uses which will
not cause significant degradation of the
natural function or condition of these waters
New Bern is supportive of the CAMA
development permit process for estuarine
shoreline areas and the requisite development
standards which encourage both shoreline
stabilization and facilitation of proper
There are currently no water bodies within the
city's jurisdiction which are classified as
Outstanding Resource Waters. Therefore, a
policy statement is not necessary.
There are no sound nor estuarine system
islands in the city's jurisdiction; however, the
city supports enforcement of applicable
CAMA standards and local land development
regulations of any use or development on
estuarine islands.
The city concurs with federal standards for
development within freshwater wetlands.
The City of New Bern will encourage land use
proposals which will have no negative impact
on historic, cultural, and/or archaeological
resources in its corporate limits and its
extraterritorial jurisdiction.
The town's policy is to restrict
development in estuarine waters and public
trust waters to those uses which will not
cause significant degradation of the natural
function nor condition of the estuarine
waters and public trust areas.
River Bend is supportive of the CAMA
development permit process for estuarine
shoreline areas and the requisite
development standards which encourage
both shoreline stabilization and
facilitation of proper drainage.
There are currently no water bodies within
the town's jurisdiction which are classified
as Outstanding Resource Waters.
Therefore, a policy statement is not
Any use or development on estuarine
islands shall be in accordance with
applicable CAMA standards and local land
development regulations.
The town concurs with federal standards
for development within freshwater
wetlands.
The River Bend planning jurisdiction
contains no sites listed in the National
Register of Historic Places nor any sites on
the Study List for future inclusion in the
National Register. No archaeological sites
have been identified. Therefore, no policy
statement is necessary.
The town's policy is to restrict
development in estuarine waters and public
trust waters to those uses which will not
cause significant degradation of the natural
function nor condition of the estuarine
waters and public trust areas.
Trent Woods is supportive of the CAMA
development permit process for estuarine
shoreline areas and the requisite
development standards which encourage
both shoreline stabilization and
facilitation of proper drainage.
There are currently no water bodies within
the town's jurisdiction which are classified
as Outstanding Resource Waters.
Therefore, a policy statement is not
There are no sound or estuarine system
islands within the Town of Trent Woods'
planning jurisdiction. Consequently, no
policy statement was developed.
The town concurs with federal standards
for development within freshwater
wetlands.
The Town of Trent Woods has one
property, the Sloan Mansion, on the
National Register of Historic Places.
Trent Woods supports the continued
preservation of this structure. No
archaeological sites have been identified.
Hurricane and Flood See Section 3.800 See Section 3.800 See Section 3.800
Evacuation Needs and
Plans
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Policy Statement ,
New.Bern
River Bend'
Trent Woods-,�.
Potable Water Supply
The City of New Bern recognizes the
River Bend recognizes the importance of
Trent Woods recognizes the importance
Protection
importance of protecting potable water
protecting potable water supplies and,
of protecting potable water supplies and,
supplies and, therefore, supports the
therefore, supports the enforcement of
therefore, supports the enforcement of
enforcement of regulations by the NC
regulations by the NC Division of Water
regulations by the NC Division of Water
Division of Water Quality through NCAC
Quality through NCAC Subchapter 2L
Quality through NCAC Subchapter 2L
Subchapter 2L and Subchapter 2C.
and Subchapter 2C.
and Subchapter 2C.
Use of Package Treatment
The City of New Bern will limit the use of
Package treatment plants may be
Package treatment plants may be
Plants
package treatment plants in its jurisdiction.
permitted in areas in which municipal
permitted in existing built-up areas in
sewer service is currently unavailable
which municipal sewer service is
provided that they conform to state
currently unavailable provided that they
permitting requirements and town
conform to state permitting requirements
ordinances.
and are designed to be eventually
connected to a central collection system.
The Town of Trent Woods opposes the
use the package treatment plants for new
developments.
Stormwater Runoff, Water
Mitigative measures to lessen the potential
Mitigative measures to lessen the potential
Mitigative measures to lessen the
Quality Problems,
impact of stormwater runoff will be considered
impact of stormwater runoff will be
potential impact of stormwater runoff will
and Management
as new development proposals are presented to
considered as new development proposals
be considered as new development
Measures
the city.
are presented to the town.
proposals are presented to the town.
Marinas, Piers, Docks, and
The city will permit the development of new
Because there are no appropriate sites in
Trent Woods does not permit marinas,
Floating Home
marinas, the expansion of existing marinas, and
River Bend's planning jurisdiction for new
commercial piers or docks, floating
Development
the development of noncommercial docking
marina construction, the town's policy is
homes, or drystack boat storage facilities
facilities to serve individual residential lots in
not to approve new marinas. Floating
within its planning jurisdiction.'
accordance with CAMA 7H Use Standards.
home development and drystack storage
Drystack boat storage facilities, in conjunction
boat facilities are not permitted within the
with a marina development, may be permitted
town's planning jurisdiction.'
in accordance with the New Bern Land Use
Ordinance. Public mooring fields shall be
permitted in accordance with CAMA
regulations. Floating homes will not be
permitted within the city's planning
iurisdiction.'
Industrial Impacts on Fragile
The City of New Bern, through its Land Use
Currently, no land within the River Bend
The town, through its zoning ordinance,
Areas
Ordinance and land use application process,
jurisdiction is zoned for industrial use.
will ensure that industrial development
will ensure that industrial development does
River Bend does not desire to promote
does not adversely impact identified
not adversely impact fragile lands.
industrial development within the town's
fragile lands.
jurisdiction.
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Sea Level Rise Impacts
The City of New Bern addresses development
within areas up to five feet above mean high
water that might be susceptible to sea level
rise and wetland loss through the Land Use
Ordinance and applicable state building codes
as well as other regulations, including any and
all regulations covering AEC development
and those areas within in the jurisdiction of
the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Due to the uncertainty surrounding the
extent and magnitude of sea level rise, the
Town of River Bend does not feel it is in a
position at this time to develop a specific
policy statement. The town supports
continued state research into the problems
associated with sea level rise and will
consider the development of policies to
address sea level rise as more data
concerning problem definition and
alternative solutions are made available.
Due to the uncertainty surrounding the
extent and magnitude of sea level rise, the
Town of Trent Woods does not feel it is in
a position at this time to develop a specific
policy statement.
Bulkhead Installation Bulkheads will be permitted provided that all Bulkheads will be permitted provided that Bulkheads will be permitted provided that
Damage to Marshes of the use standards of 15 NCAC 7H.0208 (b) all of the use standards of 15 NCAC all of the use standards of 15 NCAC
7 are adhered to. 7H.0208 7 are adhered to. 7H.0208 7 are adhered to.
UPDATED RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Productive Agricultural Lands
Commercial Forest Lands
Mineral Production Areas
The City, through its land use guidelines, will
encourage intensive development in areas
with public infrastructure and will discourage
intensive development in areas of agricultural
activity until such time that the areas are fully
served by public infrastructure and more
intensive development is warranted.
The city, through its land use guidelines, will
encourage intensive development in areas
with public infrastructure and will discourage
intensive development in areas of forestry
activity until such time that the areas are fully
served by public infrastructure and more
intensive development is warranted.
Limestone is the primary mineral resource in
the New Bern planning area. Currently,
limestone is mined by three operations. The
city intends to examine local requirements for
this use and may strengthen the Land Use
Ordinance to further clarify the community's
standards. Additionally, the city intends to
develop standards for the re use of these sites
once mineral production activities have
ceased.
While there is a very small amount of
acreage in town currently used for
agricultural purposes, the Town of River
Bend anticipates that such land will
ultimately be used for urban purposes.
While there is a very small amount of
acreage in town currently used as a tree
farm, the Town of River Bend anticipates
that such land will ultimately be used for
urban purposes.
No existing nor potential mineral
production areas are located within the
River Bend planning jurisdiction. Mining
operations would not be permitted within
the town's planning jurisdiction under the
current zoning regulations. Therefore, no
policy statement is necessary.
No productive agricultural lands are
located within the Trent Woods planning
jurisdiction. Therefore, a policy statement
is necessary.
No commercial forest lands are located
within the Trent Woods planning
jurisdiction. Therefore, a policy statement
is necessary.
No existing nor potential mineral
production areas are located within the
Trent Woods planning jurisdiction.
Mining operations would not be permitted
within the town's planning jurisdiction
under the current zoning regulations.
Therefore, no policy statement is
necessary.
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Policy. Statement New Bern River Bend Trent Woods
Commercial and Recreational
Fisheries
Off -Road Vehicles
Residential, Commercial, and
Industrial Land
Development
Impacts on
Resources
New Bern supports, at minimum, maintaining
the existing water quality in all productive
water bodies and encourages the improvement
of area water quality. Trawling activities in
estuarine waters are not opposed by the City of
New Bern as long as such activities meet state
and/or federal permitting requirements for
acceptable impacts on the estuarine waters.
Off -road vehicle use is permitted in
accordance with municipal ordinances.
The city will utilize its land use regulations
and utility extension policies to guide growth
and to mitigate the impact of urban
development on resources.
River Bend would like to see water
quality in all of the productive water
bodies maintained. The town will
cooperate with the Water Quality Section,
NC Division of Water Quality to preserve
and improve riverine and estuarine water
quality. Trawling activities in estuarine
waters are opposed by the town.
There are no traditional recreational
beaches in River Bend's jurisdiction.
Therefore, the conventional threat of off -
road vehicles is not considered an issue in
the River Bend planning jurisdiction.
The city will utilize its land use
regulations and utility extension policies
to guide growth and to mitigate the
impact of urban development on
resources.
UPDATED ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICIES
General Land Development
Policies
New Bern supports managing and directing
the city's growth and development in balance
with the availability of municipal services.
Further, the city will promote only those types
of development that will meet city, state and
federal permitting requirements for acceptable
impacts on natural resources and which retain
and maintain the present character.
Desired Types of Urban Generally speaking, the residents and officials
Growth Patterns of New Bern are in favor of growth in the
form of environmentally responsible
economic and community development which
compliments the existing character of the city.
River Bend supports managing and
directing the town's growth and
development in balance with the
availability of municipal services. Further,
the town will promote only those types of
development that will meet state and/or
federal permitting requirements for
acceptable impacts on natural resources
and which retain and maintain the town's
present character.
Generally speaking, the town is in favor
of growth in the form of environmentally
responsible economic and community
development which is in keeping with the
character of the town.
Trent Woods supports action to see water
quality in all of the productive waters
bodies improved. Trawling activities in
estuarine waters are opposed by the town.
The conventional threat of off -road
vehicles is not considered an issue in the
Trent Woods planning jurisdiction.
Therefore, a policy statement was not
developed.
Additional residential development is
considered desirable. Non-residential
uses, except recreational, are not
promoted in the town's jurisdiction.
Trent Woods supports managing and
directing the town's growth and
development in balance with the
availability of municipal services. Further,
the town will promote only those types of
development that will meet state and/or
federal permitting requirements for
acceptable impacts on natural resources
and which retain and maintain the town's
present character.
Trent Woods favors growth in the form of
environmentally responsible economic
and community development which is in
keeping with the character of the town.
The town seeks to maintain its residential
nature and expects growth to come in the
form of residential or recreational land
uses.
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Policy Statement'
New, Bernt
River Bend . _:
Trent Woods
Local Commitment to
The City of New Bern remains committed to
River Bend will remain committed to
Trent Woods will remain committed to
Providing Services to
providing appropriate municipal services,
providing appropriate municipal services
providing appropriate municipal services
Development
facilities and infrastructure to support
to support additional development. The
to support development. The provision of
additional desired development in New Bern
provision of basic municipal services shall
basic municipal services shall be based
and its extra -territorial jurisdiction. The
be based upon the town's financial
upon the town's financial capacity and the
provision of these services, facilities and
capacity and the economic feasibility of
economic feasibility of providing the
infrastructure will be based upon the city's
providing the municipal service.
municipal service.
financial capacity and the economic feasibility
of providing the assistance.
Redevelopment of Developed
Replacement of existing structures within
Replacement of existing structures within
Replacement of existing structures within
Areas
AECs shall be permitted in accordance with the
AECs shall be permitted in accordance
AECs shall be permitted in accordance
CAMA requirements of 15 NCAC 710210 and
with the CAMA requirements of 15 NCAC
with the CAMA requirements of 15 NCAC
.0211. Redevelopment within other areas of
710210 and .0211. The town encourages
710210 and .0211.
the city shall be consistent with the city's land
the redevelopment of vacant lots within
use regulations and adopted plans and
established residential neighborhoods at
guidelines.
the same density and intensity of scale as
that currently existing in the
neighborhoods.
Commitment to State and
The city remains committed to state and
River Bend will evaluate state and federal
Trent Woods will evaluate state and
Federal Programs
federal programs in planning areas related to
programs which impact the town's
federal programs which impact the town's
community and economic development such
development. The town's policy has
development. The town will seek to
as highway improvements, public access, and
generally been to assist and cooperate with
participate in programs that are consistent
storm drainage.
state and federal offices in local
with local interests.
development programs..
Assistance to Channel
The city will give whatever assistance
The town will give whatever assistance
The town will offer assistance, as deemed
Maintenance Projects
possible and feasible to the US Army Corps of
possible and feasible to the US Army
reasonable by the Board of
Engineers and the State of North Carolina in
Corps of Engineers and the State of North
Commissioners, to the US Army Corps of
the maintenance of the Neuse River, Trent
Carolina in the maintenance of the Trent
Engineers and the State of North Carolina
River and other area waterways.
River and other area waterways.
in the maintenance of the Trent River and
other area waterways.
Energy Facility Siting and
New Bern opposes any offshore exploratory
The Town of River Bend does not oppose
The Town of Trent Woods opposes
Development
drilling for gas or oil.
offshore exploratory drilling for oil or gas
offshore exploratory drilling for oil or
as long as the activities meet state and/or
gas.
federal permitting requirements for
acceptable impacts and any identified
adverse environmental and economic
impacts on River Bend can be mitigated or
negated.
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Policy Statement Nei*Bern River Bend - ' Trent Woods '
Tourism
Coastal and Estuarine Water
Beach Access
Anticipated Residential
Development and
Requisite Support
Services
New Bern will continue to promote and
enhance tourism and related development
opportunities that complement the
community's character and promotes its
historic heritage.
The City of New Bern will continue to
promote and enhance public water access.
Estuarine water access must comply with
State standards for access locations as
exuressed in 711 .303.
The Town of River Bend acknowledges
tourism as having an important
contribution to the regional economy.
The town supports tourism development
for Craven County.
The Town of River Bend will seek to
improve access to wetlands and nature
areas.
The city will promote residential development The town will promote low density
in areas that currently have or that will be residential development.
provided with the necessary support
municipal services.
Other Identified Local Land Preserving community character and insuring The Town of River Bend will continue to
Development Issues sustainability are critical to New Bern's future explore and support efforts to improve
as development continues. community appearance, town planning
efforts, and municipal service delivery.
UPDATED CONTINUING PUBLIC
PARTICIPATION POLICIES
Continuing Public
The City of New Bern recognizes the
The Town of River Bend recognizes the
Participation Policies
importance of providing citizens with
importance of providing citizens with
opportunities to participate in the community's
opportunities to participate in the
planning process. The city also recognizes that
community's planning process. The town
citizen participation and citizen education must
also recognizes that citizen participation
be made available on a continuing basis.
and citizen education must be made
available on a continuing basis.
The Town of Trent Woods acknowledges
tourism as having an important
contribution to the regional economy.
The town supports tourism development
for the region.
Due to the unavailability of suitable sites
for public water access, the Town of
Trent Woods will not seek to create
public access to its waterways and
shorelines.
The town will promote low density
residential development.
The Town of Trent Woods will continue
to explore and support efforts to improve
drainage and lessen the impact of
stormwater run-off.
The Town of Trent Woods recognizes the
importance of providing citizens with
opportunities to participate in the
community's planning process. The town
also recognizes that citizen participation
and citizen education must be made
available on a continuing basis.
UPDATED STORM HAZARD MITIGATION, POST -DISASTER RECOVERY,
AND EVACUATION
POLICIES
Storm Hazard Mitigation,
The City of New Bern supports the Craven
The Town of River Bend supports the
The Town of Trent Woods supports the
Post -Disaster
County Emergency Management Plan as it
Craven County Emergency Management
Craven County Emergency Management
Recovery, and
relates to disaster preparation, evacuation, and
Plan as it relates to disaster preparation,
Plan as it relates to disaster preparation,
Evacuation Plans
post -disaster recovery. The City of New Bern
evacuation, and post -disaster recovery.
evacuation, and post -disaster recovery.
also supports the continuation of hurricane
The Town of River Bend also supports the
The Town of Trent Woods also supports
awareness programs.
continuation of hurricane awareness
the continuation of hurricane awareness
'This policy is more restrictive than CAMA 7H Minimum Use Standards.
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SUMMARY OF
STORM HAZARD MITIGATION AND
POST -DISASTER RECOVERY AND EVACUATION POLICIES
The following pages are reproduced from the Craven County Emergency Operations Planfor
Multi -Hazards. The Emergency Operations Plan is currently being updated by Craven County.
Appendix Z
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EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN
FOR MULTI- HAZARDS

BASIC PLAN
APPENDIX 10
HURRICANES
I. PURPOSE
This appendix establishes the procedures to be utilized to
minimize the effects of inland hurricanes upon the residents
and visitors in Craven County. This appendix provides for
alerting of selected officials, the evacuation of the public
from danger areas, and designation of shelters for evacuees.
It also provides for reentry into evacuated areas when
appropriate.
' II. SITUATION AND ASSUMPTIONS
A. Situation
1. The hurricane season begins early in June and
'
extends through November.
2. The County is subject to the possibility of direct
effects from devastating hurricanes. Additionally,
when the county experiences less than the direct -
effect of' a hurricane, there still exists the
threat of the secondary effects of a hurricane
'
which include:
a. Tornadoes and severe thunderstorms;
'
b. Floods and flash -floods;
c. Power outages and disruptions to public
utilities.
B. Assumptions
'
1. The National Hurricane Forecast Center (NHFC),
located in Miami,- Florida, will detect and track
potentially dangerous hurricane systems. The
'
National Weather Service (NWS) begins issuing
Marine advisories containing strategic information
on any hurricane which might affect the mainland
and continues to issue updated advisories as long
'
as any threat exists. Other advisories, watches,
and/or warnings are issued as need exists. Such
'
advisories are broadcast over the NWS/NOAA Weather
Radio System.
2. Agreements for the broadcast by State and County
' authorities of emergency public information over
the Emergency Broadcast System (EBS) have been
developed and coordinated with local radio and
television stations. Standard Operating Procedures
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(SOP's) for the regular testing and activation of
'
EBS have been developed by Craven County. EBS
broadcasts during emergencies will also be
coordinated with the NWS/NOAA systems.
'
III. CONCEPT
OF OPERATIONS
A.
EARLY ALERTING of officials and concerned agencies
'
throughout the county.
B.
OVERALL DIRECTION AND DECISION MAKING by the Control
'
Group Chairman.
C.
INCREASED READINESS ACTIONS taken progressively as the
hurricane approaches and as the threat of injury and
'
damage increases.
'
Phases of Readiness:
Condition 5 - Beginning of Hurricane Season
Condition 4 - Hurricane Alert
'
Condition 3 '- Hurricane Watch
Condition 2 - Hurricane Warning
Condition 1 - Evacuation Decision Point
'
Condition 0 - Landfall
D.
EVACUATION of residents and visitors from potential
'
inundation areas. (See Annex I, Evacuation)
E.
CARE FOR the evacuees in predesignated shelters. (See
Annex J, Shelter and Mass Care)
'
F.
REENTRY of evacuees to evacuated areas when authorized.
G.
REQUESTS FOR ASSISTANCE from State, Federal, and other
'
sources as needed.
IV. ORGANIZATION AND ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
'
A.
General
Hurricane evacuation involves all areas under county.
'
and municipal jurisdiction. As joint action is required
of Craven County and the municipal governments within
the county, a joint organization for decision -making
'
and use of resources is needed. For these purposes, a
Control Group and'a Support Group are established and
functions are defined.
'
1. Control Group
a. Mission - To exercise overall direction and
'
control of hurricane evacuation operations in
unincorporated areas within the
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municipalities including decisions to
t institute county -wide increased readiness
conditions and such other actions necessary
` to the situation.
' b. Composition
(1) The Chairman of the County Board of
'
Commissioners - Group Chairman.
(2) The Mayors of:
'
(a). City of New Bern
.(b). City of Havelock
(c). Town of Dover
(d). Town of Cove City
'
(e). Town of Bridgeton
(f). Town of River Bend
'
(g). Town of Vanceboro
(3) The County Emergency Management
Coordinator.
'
c. Line of Succession - In the event that any of
the members of the Control Group are not
available, each primary member will be
'
succeeded by alternates who will have the
responsibility and authority of the primary
member. (See paragraph VI, this Appendix)
2. Support Group
a. Mission - To provide personnel and material
resources for the implementation of pre -
planned actions and actions as directed by
' the Control Group; provide direction to
personnel in operations; and to provide
information, data, and recommendations to the
Control Group.
' b. Composition
'
(1)
County Manager
(2)
Sheriff - Law Enforcement
(3)
Fire Marshal/Fire Chief
(4)
Rescue Chief
'
(5)
Director of Social Services
(6)
Superintendent of Schools
(7)
County Health Director
'
(8)
County Finance Director
(9)
County Tax Administrator
(10)
Public Information Officer
(11)
Red Cross Representative
'
(12) Emergency Public Works Coordinator
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B. Mitigation Phase
Approximately thirty (30) days in advance of and
continuing through the hurricane season, the
preparation and release of preparedness information for
public safety will be coordinated with local news
media. (See Attachment 1, Hurricane Preparedness &
'
Public.Safety Information)
C. Preparedness Phase
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1. Annually, county, municipal, and 'local agencies
with attending responsibilities, should review and
update applicable plans and procedures.
2. The County Emergency Management Agency will
coordinate with the National Weather Service (NWS)
to maintain •up-to-date information concerning
potential hurricanes. As appropriate, such
information will be provided to the citizens as
well as to county, municipal and local
authorities.
3. Within available assets, the County Emergency
Management Agency will ensure that the following
'
capabilities are maintained in a readiness
condition:
a. County Emergency Operations Center (EOC);
b. Communications Systems;
c. EBS/NOAA Activation System;
'
d. Shelter/Mass Care Support.
D. Response Phase
The Emergency Operations Center will be activated
when necessary in accordance with EOC Standard
.
Operating Procedure (SOP).
2. Upon activation, the EOC shall serve as the
primary point for direction and control of
'
operational efforts during response and recovery
phases.
' 3. The EOC will be the primary point of contact
through the Area EM office with the North Carolina
Division of Emergency Management (NCEM). Any
necessary state or federal resources should be
requested through this procedure. Not
withstanding the above, the County Emergency
Operations Center has the primary responsibility
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for resources coordination and support.
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' E. Recovery Phase
1. County departments shall coordinate and support
recovery operations. In this endeavor, damage
' assessment efforts to determine the extent of
damage upon public and private -property will be
coordinated through the EOC. (See Annex K -Damage
' Assessment.)
2. Coordination will be effected with NCEM to obtain
' necessary state and federal assistance. (Source:
Public Law 93-288 -Robert T. Stafford Disaster
Relief and Emergency Assistance Act of 1988, as
amended by Public Law 100-707.
Note: Craven County's SOP -HURRICANES spells out duties and
responsibilities in specific categories including:
' Warning and Alerting System
Communications
' Evacuation (Decisions/Procedures)
Shelters
Fire and Rescue
Medical Care and Treatment
' Damage Assessment
Recovery Operations
Reentry
V. DIRECTION AND CONTROL
See Annex A - Direction and Control, Basic Plan
' VI. CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT
' A. County Government Line of Succession
1. County Board of Commissioners: The line of
succession for the Board of County Commissioners
' is from the Chairman to the Vice Chairperson,
continuing through the remaining board members
according to their order of seniority. In the
absence of the aforesaid officials, this line of
succession would proceed to the County Manager.
2. Administration and Operations: In dealing with
emergencies arising from hurricanes, the line of
succession is from the County Manager to the
Assistant County Manager (or designated person).
' 3. Preparedness and Operations: The line of
succession for County emergency preparedness and
coordination is from the Emergency Management
Coordinator to the designated Emergency Management
staff representative(s).
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4. Departmental Support: The line of succession
' within each county department is according to
respective published protocols.
' B. Documentation and Preservation of Records
Measures to maintain documentation and accountability
of operations, including the preservation of records,
will be taken to ensure continued operation and/or
reconstitution, if necessary, of County government.
1 VII. PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
A. Responsibility
1. This hazard specific appendix is developed and
maintained by the County Emergency Services Office
' in conjunction with County government. The
Emergency Management Coordinator will coordinate
implementation of plans and procedures addressing
hurricane preparedness and emergency response
efforts.
2. This appendix shall be reviewed annually by the
County Emergency Services Office. Changes and
revisions will be coordinated with appropriate
agencies having attending responsibilities.
NOTE: See Basic Plan: Para VIII - Plan Development
and Maintenance.
VIII. DEFINITION OF TERMS
HURRICANE WATCH - Issued by the National Weather Service,
usually 12 to 36 hours in advance of potential hurricane
effects upon specific areas.
HURRICANE WARNING - Issued by the National Weather Service
when hurricane conditions are expected to occur in a
specified area in 24 hours or less. Actions for the
protection of life and property should begin immediately
when warnings are issued.
IX. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1 "Hurricane Preparedness
Information"
and Public Safety
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BASIC PLAN
APPENDIX 11
COASTAL.FLOODING
I. PURPOSE
' This Appendix has been developed to provide for the
Notification, warning and possible evacuation to minimize
the effects of flooding on the residents and visitors to
Craven County.
II. SITUATION AND ASSUMPTIONS
A. Situation
1. The dominant sources of flooding in Craven County
' and the municipalities therein are storm surge and
riverine flooding. Storm surge from the Atlantic
Ocean propagates into the Pamlico Sound, which
' further propagates into the Neuse and Trent Rivers;
riverine flooding from heavy rainfall occurs on
Clubfoot, Maple, Mauls Swamp, Mills Branch, Mosley,
Samuels/Rocky run, Scotts, Snake Swamp, Swift,
Tucker, Village, Wilson Creeks and the tributaries
of Mills branch, and Mosley Creeks.
2. North Carolina experiences hurricanes, tropical
storms, and severe extra tropical cyclones, usually
referred to as "Northeasters". Storms passing
' North Carolina in the vicinity of Craven County
have produced severe flooding as well as extensive
structural damage.
3. NOAA keeps a round-the-clock, round -the -calendar
surveillance of the county and nations rivers and
is prepared to issue warnings when the threat of
'
flooding occurs.
B. Assumptions
1. The National Weather Service (NWS) will provide
early warning of impending storms and heavy
rainfall through the issuance of weather forecasts,
'
bulletins, flood "watches", and "warnings".
2. The NOAA Weather Radio and the Emergency Broadcast
System (EBS) will be utilized by both the NWS and
'
county government to keep the public fully informed
on changing weather conditions and appropriate
safety and evacuation information.
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III. CONCEPT OF OPERATION
A. General
The Concept for responding to flood emergencies in
Craven County calls for:
1. Early alerting of officials and emergency service
agencies within the county.
2. Increased readiness actions taken progressively, to
warn the population as the threat of injury and
damages increases. (See paragraph III B below and
Appendix 11 (Coastal Flooding), Annex N-Emergency
Action Checklist).
3. Evacuation of residents in threatened flood prone
areas. (See Annex I -Evacuation and Transportation).
4. Movement of evacuees to designated public shelters.
(See Annex J-Shelter and Mass Care).
5. Dispatch of situation and damage assessment reports
to State Emergency Management through the Area C
Emergency Management Office. (See Annex K-Damage
Assessment).
6. Reentry of evacuees to evacuated areas .when
authorized by competent authority and when the
threat has passed or damage assessment indicate
that reentry is feasible.
B. Execution
1. There are four (4) levels of flood readiness and
response for Craven County. Each level will be
determined by the projected or actual status of the
rising flood waters within the flood prone or
identified rivers or creeks. These levels of
readiness and response are:
Levels of Initiating Emergency Action Readiness
Condition
LEVEL 1 Conditions exist
which may cause
an event to occur
of disaster
proportions during
the next several
hours. This level
corresponds to a
Flood "Watch"
issued by NWS.
1. Maintain increased
readiness.
2'. Activate flood
patrol network.
3. Ensure warning
system is
operational.
4. Alert key officials
to standby.
5. Minimally activate
EOC for
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7.
Conditions exist
1.
causing an imminent
threat of flooding
2.
in the immediate
future. Life safety
and/or property is
3.
threatened. This
level corresponds to
"Flood Warning"
4.
by NWS.
5.
6.
7.
Flooding is 1.
occurring which
requires life
safety and/or
property protection 2.
response.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
communications and
record keeping.
If appropriate, plot
potentially affected
area.
Alert the public and
advise them to be ready
to take precautionary
action.
Maintain flood
patrol network.
If appropriate,
plot potentially
affected area(s).
Take precautionary
action for
population safety a
Activate public issued
warning including
EBS.
Partially or fully
activate EOC.
Alert key officials to
stand by or report for
duty.
Each agency identify
essential personnel and
assign duties; other
send home or take other
appropriate action for
safety.
Assess situation to
determine
appropriate
response.
Declare state of related
emergency and
activate emergency
operations plan as
necessary.
Fully or partially
activate EOC.
Assess need to request
state assistance.
Submit Situation Report
on damage assessment to
state Emergency
Management.
Take full response
actions necessary.
Fully activate EOC.
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' LEVEL 4 Flooding has 1. Continually assess
occurred, the situation to
evacuation and determine immediate life
appropriate recovery actions.
safety response 2. Submit initial damage
measures have been damage assessment
taken. Long term Reports to State
' actions must be taken Emergency Management.
to return the 3. Provide information _
situation to normal. to the public on
individual recovery
' measures it can take.
IV. ORGANIZATION AND ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Organization
See paragraph IV A, Basic Plan and Appendix 1,
(Organizational Structure (EOC), Annex A (Direction and
Control).
B. Responsibilities
1. See paragraph IV B, Basic Plan.
2. Emergency Management Coordinator
a. Maintain U.S. Department of Interior,^
' Geological Survey Maps of flood prone area(s). '•�--
b. Identify area(s) subject to flooding and
develop evacuation plans.
c. Task Emergency Services to initiate a flood
patrol to locally monitor water level during
flood conditions.
d. Interpret NWS warnings and determine area(s)
that will require protective actions.
e. Coordinate notification and warning to the
general population within the hazard area.
(See Annex C-Notification and Warning).
f. Coordinate resources to evacuate or rescue
trapped victims.
g. Identify and coordinate the warning,
notification and evacuation of special
population. (Schools, Nursing and Family Care
Home, Hospital and at home handicapped
' individuals.
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3.. Health Director
a. Institute disease control procedure.
b. .Provide post -flood precautionary -information to
public on consumption/use of water, food, etc.
' Co Provide post -flood information on sanitation of
homes.
4. Public Information Officer
a. Establish Public Information Center.
' b. Prepare and issue news releases which include
the following:
(1) Time. prediction of when flooding will
occur and where.
(2) Information on what action local
government is taking.
(3) Information to citizens on protecting
their property (See Attachment 1-Flood
Safety Rules).
' (4) Evacuation routes.
(5) Telephone numbers for the public to call
' to acquire more information and to search
for missing persons.
(6) Information on recovery and evacuation
re-entry.
(7) Information on debris removal.
(8) Information on sanitizing homes.
' 5. Communication Officer
a. Maintain communications with NWS for alert/
warning updates.
b. Ensure the Emergency Management Coordinator is
informed of all NWS forecasts, predictions,
watches, and warnings.
C. Ensure warnings to the public are disseminated
' promptly.
V. DIRECTION AND CONTROL
See Annex A (Direction and Control).
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' VI. CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT
See paragraph VI, Basic Plan and each Annex.:
' VII. ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
See paragraph VII, Basic Plan.
VIII. PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
A. This hazard specific appendix is developed and
maintained by the Craven County Office of Emergency
Services. The Emergency Management Coordinator will
coordinate the implementation of procedures addressing
flood preparedness and emergency response efforts.
B. This appendix will be reviewed annually by the Office of
Emergency Services.• Changes and revisions will be
coordinated with appropriate federal, state and local
government agencies having attending responsibilities or
interest in flood planning.
C. An Annual Drill will be conducted to exercise the flood
' threat recognition and/or the warning dissemination
system.
IX. DEFINITION OF TERMS
A. FLOOD WATCH -Issued by the NWS, usually 12-36 hours in
advance of potential flooding effects upon specific
' areas.
B. FLOOD WARNING -Issued by the NWS when flood conditions
are expected to occur in the specified area written in
the next 12 hours or less. Actions for the protection
of life and property should begin immediately when
warning are issued.
' X. AUTHORITIES AND REFERENCES
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A. See paragraph IX, Basic Plan.
B. Flood Insurance Study, Federal Emergency Management
Agency, Craven County, and the municipalities therein.
XI. ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1-Flood Safety Rules.
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CRAVEN COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN
ANNEX I
EVACUATION AND TRANSPORTATION
I. PURPOSE
This annex' provides for an orderly and coordinated
evacuation of the County population during emergencies and
County -wide disasters and outlines the organization and
direction of transportation resources.
II. SITUATION AND ASSUMPTIONS
A. Situation
1. Several emergency situations may require evacuation
of all or part of the County. Small-scale, localized
evacuations may be needed as a result of a hazardous
materials incident, major fire, or other incident.
Large-scale evacuation may be needed in the event of
an enemy attack or other county -wide disaster.
'
2. A hazard analysis has been completed which
identifies the types of threats and the areas and
population in the County that are most vulnerable to
'
these threats.
3. A demographic analysis has been completed.
Facilities and populations within the County that
'
pose special evacuation problems have been
identified.
'
4.
An evacuation may require substantial physical
resources for transportation, communication and
traffic control. Available public and private
resources have been identified.
5.
In the event of a Crisis Relocation, public
transportation will be required to evacuate
'
approximately 140 evacuees from the risk area.
There will also be a need to maintain a continuous
flow of essential goods and services to support the
reception area population after evacuation.
6.
Large scale disasters may necessitate the rapid
evacuation of hospitals, nursing homes and non -
'
ambulatory populations.
B. Assumptions
1.
Sufficient warning time will normally be available
to evacuate the threatened population.
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2.
The principal mode of transportation will be private
vehicles. ..
3.
Particular areas of'the County, or special popula-
tions within the County, will need additional time
to accomplish an evacuation.
4.
The public will both receive and understand official
information related to evacuation. The public will
act in its own interest and will evacuate dangerous
'
areas promptly when advised to do so.
5.
If there is sufficient advanced warning, some
residents will evacuate prior to being advised to do
so by public officials.
6.
Most evacuees will seek shelter with relatives or
friends rather than accept public shelter.
' 9. Some residents may refuse to evacuate regardless of
warnings.
8. Some people will lack transportation. Others who are
ill or disabled may require vehicles with special
transportation capabilities.
' 9. For the nuclear attack hazard, evacuation and move-
ment will occur over a period not to exceed three
days.
CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
A. General
1. The ultimate responsibility for ordering an evacua-
tion rests with local government. If a municipality
' is to be evacuated, the Mayor will issue the order.
If the evacuation involves more than one jurisdic-
tion, or an area outside of a municipality,the order
' will be issued on County level by the Chairman of
the Board of County Commissioners.
2. By monitoring the progress of the evacuation, any
impediments to the evacuation can be recognized and
contingency options can be implemented.
B. Specific
1. Movement Control and Guidance
a. The size of the threatened area to be evacuated
will be determined by conditions at the time of
the emergency.
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b.
Traffic movement during evacuation will be
controlled by use of predesignated routes and
traffic control points. The evacuation area will
'
identify at least two routes of egress. One lane
of each route will be kept open to permit ingress
of emergency vehicles.
'
c.
Vehicle capacity for the major evacuation route
is estimated.at 1000 vehicles per lane per hour.
d.
Traffic movement is directed to predesignated
reception areas and shelters within the County
and in adjacent counties.
e.
Rest areas and comfort stations will be located
along the evacuation routes. Fuel, water,
sanitary facilities, assistance with evacuees
vehicle problems, information and other services
will be available at these locations.
f.
Vehicles experiencing mechanical problems during
the evacuation will be moved off the roads.
Stranded evacuees will be picked up by other
evacuating vehicles, or by emergency response
personnel.
2. Staging Areas and Pick-up Points and Routes
a. The County will determine predesignated staging
areas as mobilization points to organize the
emergency response personnel and equipment
entering from areas outside the County.
b. Pick-up points and/or routes will be established
as needed. Evacuees without vehicles will be
directed to the nearest pick-up point. Pick-up
routes have been predesignated for the rural
areas. Emergency vehicles will travel these
routes at least twice during the evacuation to
assist all evacuees without vehicles.
3. Evacuation of Special Populations (Institutions,
Facilities and Special Care Individuals:
'
a. Institutions within the County have developed
procedures for evacuation.
b. Most patients and staff of the County's medical
facilities will be evacuated by buses. Ambulances
will be provided, as well as vans for evacuation
of non -ambulatory individuals. Procedures for
rapid evacuation and/or in -place sheltering have
been included for facilities in the danger zone
'
from hazard area of hazardous material spills.
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c. Schools will develop evacuation procedures. Pre -
designated buses will be utilized for students
without their own vehicles. Schools within the
danger zone for hazardous material. spills will
develop procedures for in -place sheltering and
"walk -away" evacuations. Parents will be advised
of the location of reception centers.
d. The public will be given a telephone number(s)
for handicapped or disabled persons without
transportation. The Emergency Management
Coordinator will arrange pick-up of these indivi-
duals by the County Rescue Squads, and/or Fire
Departments. The County Department of Social
Services will advise the Emergency Management
Coordinator of individuals known to need trans-
portation assistance.
e. Each prison and detention center within the
County will develop procedures for relocation of
prisoners to jails outside of the threatened
area.
f. Evacuation from County parks and recreation areas
will be coordinated by the County Recreation
Department. Evacuation of State parks and
recreation areas in the County will be coordina-
ted by the local field staff of the N.C.Parks and
Recreation Division, Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources, County.and State
Parks representatives will advise the EMO of
scheduled special events which may draw crowds to
the parks or recreation areas.
g. Large employers within the County have procedures
for evacuation of their employees. These proce-
dures include, if needed, the temporary shut -down
of their facilities.
Emergency Public Information Brochures
a. For nuclear attack and fixed nuclear facility
emergencies,' emergency public information
materials have been prepared. They identify the
those people requiring evacuation, where they
are to go,' how to get there and what essential
items to carry with them.
b. For other emergencies, warnings to the public and
information concerning evacuation will be broad
cast over the EBS network and/or by emergency
vehicles equipped with sirens, warning lights,
and/or loud -speakers moving through the threa-
tened areas. For localized evacuations, warning.
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' and evacuation instructions may also be given
door-to-door.
IV. ORGANIZATION AND ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY
A. Organization
1. The County Emergency Management Coordinator is w
responsible for. implementing the County Evacuation
' and Transportation Annex to facilitate the
evacuation process during emergencies.
2. During an evacuation, County emergency- operations
will be directed by the Chairman of the County
Commissioners and coordinated by the County Office
of Emergency Management. The Transportation Coordi-
nator will provide coordination of all transpor-
tation resources.
3. The organizational chart for the Evacuation and
Transportation Annex is contained in APPENDIX 1,
EVACUATION AND TRANSPORTATION ORGANIZATIONAL
' STRUCTURE.
B. Responsibilities
1. Chairman, Board of Commissioners
a.
Declare and terminate a state of emergency when
'
appropriate.
b.
Issue and terminate the evacuation order when
appropriate.
'
c.
Authorize emergency workers to support evacuation
and to enter and leave the threatened area(s).
'
d.
Request 'the assumption of state direction and
control of the evacuation, if required.
e.
Assure the protection of public documents and
public facilities during the emergency.
'
2. Emergency Management Coordinator
a.
Identify potential evacuation areas in accordance
'
with the County's hazard analysis.
b.
Develop evacuation procedures.
'
c.
Identify population groups requiring special
assistance during evacuation (e.g. senior
citizens, the very ill and disabled, nursing
homes, prison populations, etc.).
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d.
Assure that institutions within the County have
evacuation procedures.
'
e.
Coordinate with private industry for use of
privately owned vehicles, communication, or
other resources needed for evacuation
'
management.
f.
Select staging areas or routes for pick-up of
tpersons
without transportation.
g.
Assure, as required, the transportation of
'
emergency workers into and out of the hazard
areas.
h.
Assure evacuation of the handicapped, elderly and
'
other special population groups.
i.
Coordinate the evacuation movement including the
'
relocation into other jurisdictions.
j.
Designate and activate reception and shelter
areas within the County and coordinate with EMC
'
from adjoining counties to ensure that reception
areas and shelters have been designated in their
counties and activated to receive the relocatees.
'
k.
Monitor the progress of the evacuation and modify
evacuation procedures when needed.
'
1.
Brief EOC staff and executive group on evacuation
status.
I
m. Establish disaster application centers if
appropriate.
n. Initiate the return of the population as soon as
'
conditions are safe at the direction of the
Chairman, Board of County Commissioners.
1
3. Sheriff
a. Identify primary and alternate evacuation routes
and the traffic control mechanisms (e.g., road
'
blocks) needed to insure proper utilization of
those routes.
'
b. Establish staging areas in conjunction with fire
departments, rescue squads and the Transportation
Coordinator.
'
c. Assist in warning dissemination by distribution
and/or enforcement of the evacuation order.
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d. Provide traffic control for diversion of traffic
away from threatened area.
' e. Maintain law and order and protect property in
the evacuated areas.
f..Provide
traffic and perimeter control for the
'
evacuation where needed.
g.
Provide traffic control and security at reception
'
centers and parking areas.
h.
Provide communications support to the Department
of Emergency Management.
i.
Direct reentry traffic into the evacuated area
'
during recovery.
4. Transportation Coordinator
a.
Develop procedures for intea- and inter -county
transportation systems to move critical supplies
and equipment from the hazard areas to reception
areas and the transport of key emergency workers
'
to and from the hazard area. Procedures will
include movement of key workers on designated
evacuation routes in either publicly or privately
'
owned vehicles and/or buses.
'
b.
Utilize and maintain the County resources lists
to identify public and private transportation
resources.
'
c.
Provide buses and trains for evacuation.
d.
Coordinate with law enforcement on establishing
staging areas, as well as with fire departments
'
and rescue squads on designating pick-up points
and routes.
'
e.
Coordinate with and support, law enforcement in
establishing evacuation routes and traffic
control points.
tf.
Provide transportation support to fire depart-
ments and rescue squads for the evacuation of
t
individuals without transportation.
g.
Advise the Emergency Management Coordinator of
roadway conditions and support the removal of
'
disabled vehicles or other blocks to evacuation.
h.
Obtain additional transportation resources, as
needed from adjacent jurisdictions, the State and
private sources.
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5. Public Information Officer
a. Develop and implement, when necessary, a public
information program to increase citizen awareness
and responsiveness to evacuation instructions.
b. Conduct a public information campaign to
disseminate disaster assistance information as
necessary.
c. Inform the public about evacuation routes, desti-
nations and other vital information.
6. Superintendent of Schools
a. Maintain school transportation resources and
provide for fuel support when refueling is
necessary.
b. Direct the evacuation of school populations.
c. Provide buses and other school vehicles if
required for evacuation of the public.
7. Mayors
a. Develop plans for the security of municipal
public documents and facilities.
b. Develop a roster of key workers who must remain
during an evacuation or return subsequent to the
evacuation to relieve other key workers.
c. Provide, as requested, municipal personnel and
equipment resources to the County to support an
evacuation.
8. Military Support Liaison, when provided
a. Make all resource requests to counterpart on the
State Emergency Response Team.
b. Coordinate with the County Office of Emergency
Management regarding the availability of
personnel and equipment resources from local
military installations.
c. Coordinate use of shelter facilities on military
property.
d. Arrange for logistics support for evacuation
operations when requested.
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e. Provide available military personnel to assist
law enforcement in providing security for
evacuated areas.
1 V. DIRECTION AND CONTROL
' A. Direction and control of evacuation is the responsibi-
lity of the Chairman, County Board of Commissioners. In
the Chairman's absence, the commissioner next in line of
succession will serve as replacement representative.
' B. During large scale evacuations involving the relocation
of the population from an entire municipality, County,
' or several counties, the Governor may declare a State of
Disaster. At that point the Governor assumes direction
and control of the situation and evacuation operations
1 will be coordinated by the State Emergency Response Team
(SERT) upon activation of the State EOC.
C. When an emergency situation requires timely evacuation
and before "the EOC can be activated, the "on -scene"
commander can call for evacuation in accordance with the
County's State of Emergency ordinance.
VI. CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT
A. Evacuation
The line of succession is:
1. Chairman, Board of County Commissioners
2. Vice Chairman, Board of County Commissioners
' 3. Commissioner(s)
'
B. Transportation
The line of succession is:
'
1. Transportation Coordinator
2. Assistant Transportation Coordinator
'
3. Assistant County Manager
C. Continuity of government will be maintained by reloca-
ting government operations. Lines of succession to all
key positions will be established and all essential
records will be protected.
D. When evacuees are relocated outside the County, a repre-
sentative will be appointed to act as liaison between
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the County and the reception area government. The
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evacuees will be subject to the laws of the reception
area for the duration of their stay.
E. Lines of succession to each agency that supports the
evacuation/transportation operation are in accordance
with the agency's established policy.
VII. ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
A. Instructional materials for evacuation, identifying
evacuation zones, routes, parking facilities and
shelters.will be developed for evacuees.
B. Emergency public information instructions (EPIs) for a
nuclear attack/disaster will be prepared in advance,
retained by the Emergency Management Office and
distributed as necessary.
VIII. PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
A. This annex will be reviewed on an annual basis.
B. Emergency response forces which participate in an
evacuation effort are responsible for maintenance of
departmental SOPs, mutual aid agreements, equipment
inventories and personnel rosters including 24-hour
emergency notification telephone numbers.
IX. AUTHORITIES AND REFERENCES
A. North Carolina General Statute, 166-A, Emergency
Management Act
B. Craven County Emergency Management Ordinances
X. APPROVAL
This annex is approved by the undersigned:
Chairman, Board of County Commissioners Date
Transportation Coordinator Date
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' ANNEX I
APPENDIX 1
EVACUATION/TRANSPORTATION
' ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
CHAIRMAN
COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
' LOCAL
.................. MAYORS
1 EMERGENCY MGMT
COORDINATOR
' TRANSPORTATION COORDINATOR
' ASSISTANT TRANSPORTATION
COORDINATOR
DEPARTMENT OF COUNTY/CITY
SOCIAL SERVICES FIRE DEPARTMENTS
' COUNTY RESCUE ......................... SUPERINTENDENT
SQUADS OF SCHOOLS
SHERIFF'S MILITARY
' DEPARTMENT ........................... SUPPORT
OFFICER
PUBLIC INFORMATION MUNICIPAL
OFFICER.................... OFFICER
COMMAND
...........COORDINATION
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CRAVEN COUNTY EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PLAN
ANNEX K
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT/RECOVERY
I. PURPOSE
This annex presents a system to coordinate damage assessment
and reporting functions, estimate the nature and extent of
the damage, and provide.disaster recovery assistance.
II. SITUATION AND ASSUMPTIONS
A. Situation
1. Most hazardous events which may affect the County
have the potential for causing damage. A planned
damage assessment program is essential for effec-
tive response and recovery operations.
2. An initial damage assessment (IDA) will determine
the severity and magnitude of the disaster, and
identify what type supplemental assistance is
necessary to recover from its effects.
3. If a disaster occurs of such magnitude that it
could result in a Presidential declaration of
"major disaster" or "emergency", a county -wide
initial damage assessment of public and private
property is required This information will
I provide a basis for the determination of actions
and resources needed, the establishment of priori-
ties, the allocation of local government resources
in the disaster area during the early stages of
the recovery effort, and what, if any, outside
assistance will be required to restore the
affected area to pre -disaster condition.
' B. Assumptions
1. The County will continue to be exposed to various
hazards resulting in damage to both public and
private property.
' 2. Implementing damage assessment procedures will
expedite relief and assistance for those adversely
affected.
III CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS
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A. General
Initial responsibility for damage assessment and
' recovery operations lies with local government.
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iB. Specif is
1.
Emergency and recovery operations will initially
be coordinated from the county Emergency Operating
Center. Accurate emergency logs and expenditure
records must be kept from the onset of the
disaster by each response agency/organization.
2.
Damage assessment/recovery personnel will be
assigned to the "Analysis and Resources Section"
1
of the EOC organization.
'
3.
As appropriate,the Damage Assessment Officer (DAO)
will coordinate notification of damage assessment
personnel. These personnel will report to the
affected areas to conduct the IDA.
r4.
The DAO will organize, equip, and assign teams to
the affected areas to conduct the IDA. SEE
APPENDIX 1 - DAMAGE ASSESSMENT/RECOVERY
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE and APPENDIX 2 -DAMAGE
ASSESSMENT TEAM EQUIPMENT LIST.
5. The DAO will coordinate the compilation of damage
survey data, prepare damage assessment reports for
the Emergency Management Coordinator, and plot
damaged areas on local maps.
6. The Emergency Management Coordinator (EMC) will
review, with other appropriate local officials,
the damage -assessment reports to determine if any
outside assistance will be necessary to recover
from the disaster.
1 7. The EMC will forward damage assessment reports and
any requests for assistance to the N.C.Division of
' Emergency Management (NCEM), Area C Office by the
quickest means available. The Secretary, N.C.
Department of Crime Control and Public Safety is
authorized to commit any state resources to assist
' with the emergency and recovery efforts.
8. Based upon the local damage assessment reports,
the NCEM Director will determine what recovery
capabilities are available to meet the anticipated
requirements. If the capabilities of state/local/
private resources appear to be insufficient,he may
request a joint federal/state/local Preliminary
Damage Assessment (PDA) be conducted.
' 9. The Governor may request a Presidential declara-
tion of a "major disaster", "major emergency", or
a specific federal agency disaster declaration
' (Small Business Administration, Department of
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Agriculture, Corps of Engineers, etc.) to augment
state/local/private disaster relief efforts.
10. The President, under a "major emergency" declara-
tion may authorize the utilization of any federal
equipment, personnel and other resources.
11. The President, under a "major disaster" declara-
tion may authorize two basic types of disaster
relief assistance:
1
a. Individual Assistance (IA)
'
(1)
temporary housing (100% federal dollars);
(2)
individual and family grants (IFG) [75%
federal, 25% state/local funds];
'
(3)
disaster unemployment assistance;
(4)
disaster loans to individuals, farmers,
and businesses;
(5)
agricultural assistance;
(6)
legal services to low-income families and
individuals;
(7)
consumer counseling and assistance in
obtaining insurance benefits;
(8Y
social security assistance;
(9)
veteran's assistance;
(10)
casualty loss tax assistance.
b. Public Assistance (PA) [75% federal, 25%
state/applicant funds]
(1) debris removal;
(2) emergency protective measures;
(3) permanent work to repair, restore or
or replace road systems, water control
facilities, public buildings and
equipment, public utilities, public
recreational facilities, etc.
12. In the event a major disaster or emergency is
declared:
a. A Federal Coordinating Officer (FCO) will be
'
appointed by the President to coordinate the
federal efforts.
' b. A State Coordinating Officer (SCO) and
Governor's Authorized Representative (GAR)
will be appointed by the Governor to coordi-
nate the state efforts.
' c. A Disaster Field Office (DFO) will be estab-
lished within the state (central to the
damaged areas) from which the disaster assis-
tance programs will be administered.
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d. For IA only, Disaster Application Centers
(DACs) will be established central to the
affected areas where individuals may apply
' for assistance.
e. If the area is declared eligible for Public
Assistance programs, an Applicant's Briefing
will be conducted for officials of counties,
cities, Indian tribes, and private nonprofit
(PNP) organizations to explain eligibility
' criteria. The EMC will be requested to assist
with identifying and notifying eligible
applicants.
f. At the applicant's briefing, each eligible
entity will submit a Notice of Interest
(NOI).
g. Each PA applicant (including local government
entities) will appoint a "Applicant's Agent"
to coordinate the collection of documentation
and submission of information to the DFO.
IV. ORGANIZATION AND ASSIGNMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES
A. Organization
...
1. The County Board of Commissioners, through the
Emergency Management Coordinator, are responsible
for the overall management of damage assessment
and recovery activities for the County (including
municipalities).
' 2. A Damage Assessment. Officer will be appointed by
the Emergency Management Coordinator to coordinate
damage assessment operations.
3. Damage Assessment teams will be selected and
trained for damage survey.
4. An organizational chart for damage assessment is
contained in APPENDIX 11 DAMAGE ASSESSMENT/
RECOVERY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE.
B. Responsibilities
1. Emergency Management Coordinator
a. Appoint a Damage Assessment Officer to coor-
dinate overall damage assessment operations.
' b. Recruit damage assessment team members .
c. Provide damage assessment training on an
annual basis.
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d. Maintain sufficient quantities of needed
forms and supplies for damage assessment
1 teams and other departments/agencies assis-
ting with assessment/recovery operations.
e. Assure agencies/organizations begin main-
taining expense records at onset of the
emergency.
f.
Secure resources to support and assist with
'
damage assessment activities (maps, tax data,
cameras, identification, etc.).
'
g.
Establish/appoint a Utilities Liaison to
coordinate information flow between the EOC
and affected utilities.
h.
Develop and disseminate, as appropriate,
public information and education programs
relating to disaster recovery (DAC locations,
days/times of operation,.etc.).
i.
Assist with securing DAC facilities and
equipment (chairs, tables, telephones, etc.).
j.
Assist with identification and notification
of applicants that may be eligible for PA
programs (local government entities, private
nonprofit organizations, Indian tribes,etc.).
2. Damage Assessment Officer/Tax Administrator
a.
Develop, review and annually update proce-
dures for damage reporting and accounting.
b.
Train personnel in damage assessment organi-
zations techniques, and reporting procedures.
c.
Maintain a current damage assessment team
notification/recall roster.
d.
Report to EOC upon activation and coordinate
damage assessment operations in conjunction
'
with the EMC.
e.
Assign damage assessment teams and deploy as
appropriate. Assure each team has communi-
'
cations with the EOC.
f.
Inform emergency operations officials of
hazardous facilities, bridges, roads, etc.
g.
Compile damage reports for appropriate
agencies.
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h.
Assist the EMC and other County or municipal.
agency representatives who are conducting„
recovery operations in prioritizing repairs
and restoration of affected facilities.
i.
Identify and maintain a list of critical
facilities (public buildings, streets,
bridges, etc.) requiring priority repairs.
j.
Collect and compile incoming damage reports
'
from teams in the field to include County and
private agencies such as ARC, school systems,
private nonprofit/government utilities.
k.
Insure that response agencies initiate docu-
mentation of all costs incurred subsequent to
'
the emergency/disaster.
1.
Document all emergency work performed by
'
local resources, including appropriate photo-
graphs.
m.
Provide for submission of accurate, detailed
'
and timely Initial Damage Assessment Reports
to the EMC.
n. Collate and consolidate all expenditures and
damage assessment information for transmittal•.
to the NCEM Area C Office.
3. Damage Assessment Team Members
a. Assist the Damage Assessment Officer and EMC
in maintaining readiness by checking equip-
ment and supplies, attending training
sessions and reporting any changes to
personnel rosters.
b. Upon notification, report to the EOC for
emergency assignments as soon as conditions
permit.
c. Survey 'assigned areas, record damage on
damage assessment worksheets) and transmit
'
general damage assessment information to the
EOC as'directed by the DAO.
'
d. Immediately report to the EOC any situations
posing an immediate threat to public safety
(downed power lines, gas leaks, etc.).
directed
e. Return to the EOC when and provide
damage assessment worksheet(s).
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4. County/Municipal/PNP Finance Officers
a. Establish and maintain a separate account of
disaster related expenditures and expenses.
b. Submit Daily Activity Reports (Materials and
Labor/Equipment) to the DAO as requested.
5. Utilities Liaison
' a. Secure information for the EOC, as requested,
on status of utility restoration.
b. Disseminate damage area information to the
affected utilities to expedite restoration.
V. DIRECTION AND CONTROL
A. The local officials, in conjunction with the Emergency
Management Coordinator, will direct and control
recovery activities from the EOC.
B. The Damage Assessment Officer is a member of the EOC
' staff and is responsible for the coordination of
damage assessment activities.
C. All County departments will provide personnel and
resources to support the damage assessment/ recovery
effort, as requested. Personnel from operating depart-
ments assigned to damage assessment responsibilities
' will remain under the control of their own departments,
but will function under the technical supervision of
the Damage Assessment Officer.
VI. CONTINUITY OF GOVERNMENT
A. The line of succession is:
1. Building Inspector
2. Assistant Building Inspector
3. Emergency Management Coordinator
iB. Lines of succession for agencies supporting damage
assessment are in accordance with the agency's estab-
lished procedure.
VII. ADMINISTRATION AND LOGISTICS
' A. Damage reporting forms and guidance will be made
available for distribution when necessary. Copies of
all documentation are retained for record purposes.
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B. Damage Assessment teams will consist primarily of local
government employees. When necessary, nonprofit organi-
zations and nongovernment personnel (United Way, ARES,
etc.) will be called upon to supplement/support the
teams. Radiological and/or hazardous materials
specialists will be added to teams as appropriate.
VIII. PLAN DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTENANCE
The Emergency Management Coordinator and Damage Assessment
Officer will develop the Recovery/Damage Assessment Annex
and maintain it on an annual basis.
IX. AUTHORITIES AND REFERENCES
A. Authorities
1. N.C. General Statutes, 166-A.
2. Craven County Emergency Management Ordinances.
3. PL 93-288, as amended.
B. References
1. Handbook for Applicants Pursuant to P.L. 93-
2889 DR & R1 FEMA, 3-81.
2. Digest of Federal Disaster Assistance Programs: DR
& R 219 FEMA, June, 1985.
3. Federal Disaster Assistance Program, DR do R 18,
Jan., 1987.
4. Disaster Recovery Manual, N.C. Department of Crime
Control and Public Safety, Division of Emergency
Management, May 1989.
X. APPROVAL
,This annex is approved by the undersigned:
Damage Assessment Officer
Date
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ANNEX K
APPENDIX 1
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
CHAIRMAN
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
COUNTY
MANAGER
EMERGENCY MGMT
COORDINATOR
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
OFFICER
DAMAGE ASSESSMENT
TEAMS
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AREA D OFFICE
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