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Division of Coastal Management
CRAVEN COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
1993 LAND USE PLAN
Adopted by the Craven County Board of Commissioners: December 6, 1993
Certified by the Coastal Resources Commission: January 28, 1994
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COASTAL MANAGEENT
Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Wilmington, North Carolina
The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal
Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, which is
administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration.

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CRAVEN COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
1993 LAND USE PLAN
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION I: ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. ESTABLISHMENT OF INFORMATION BASE
B. DEMOGRAPHICS AND HOUSING
1. Craven County Permanent Population
a)
Regional and County Population Growth
b)
Geographic Growth in Craven County -
1970 through 1990
c)
Composition by Age
d)
Composition by Race and Sex
2. Craven County Seasonal Population
a)
Introduction and Methodology
3. Craven County Housing Characteristics
a)
Number and Tenure of Private Housing Units
b)
Type and Condition of Private Housing Units
c)
Substandard Housing
4. Summary - Demographics and Housing
C. ECONOMY
1. Introduction
2. Employment and Income
3. Education
4. Tourism
5. Commercial Fishing
6. Manufacturing
7. Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point
8. Agriculture
9. Commercial Forestry
10. Craven County Financial Condition
11. Summary - Economy
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D. EXISTING LAND USE 1-42
1. Introduction 1-42
2. Residential Land Use 1-44
3. Commercial Land Uses 1-46
4. Industrial Land Use 1-46
5. Institutional Land Uses 1-47
6. Transportation 1-47
7. Existing Ordinances and Land Use Controls 1-49
8. Effectiveness of the 1988 Land Use Plan and Policies 1-54
E. LAND AND WATER USE COMPATIBILITY ANALYSIS 1-55
1. General Discussion 1-55
2. Unplanned Development 1-56
3. Changes in Predominant Land Uses 1-57
4. Summary 1-57
F. DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS: LAND SUITABILITY 1-58
1. Topography/Geology and Groundwater Resources 1-58
2. Flood Hazard Areas 1-58
3. Soils 1-62
4. Estuarine High Erosion Rate Areas 1-64
5. Surface Water 1-64
6. Slopes in Excess of 12% 1-67
7. Manmade Hazards 1-67
8. Fragile Areas 1-67
9. Areas of Resource Potential 1-72
G. DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS: PUBLIC FACILITIES
1-76
1.
Water Supply
1-76
2.
Wastewater Disposal
1-79
3.
Solid Waste Disposal
1-79
4.
Transportation
1-79
5.
Educational Facilities
1-84
6.
Recreational Facilities
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7.
Other County Facilities
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SECTION
II: PROJECTED LAND DEVELOPMENT ANALYSIS
A.
PROJECTED POPULATION GROWTH
AND RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
II-1
1. General Discussion
II-1
2. Year -Round Population Projections
II-1
3. Population Projections by Age, Race, Sex
II-5
4. Housing Trends
II-6
B.
PROJECTED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRENDS
AND RELATED LAND USE ISSUES
II-7
1. General Economic Projections
II-7
2. Agriculture and Forestry
II-9
3. Manufacturing
II-9
4. Finance and Real Estate
II-10
5. Wholesale and Retail Trade and Services
II-10
6. Government Employment
II-10
C.
PUBLIC FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT NEEDS
AND LAND USE ISSUES
II-11
1. Water System
II-11
2. Wastewater Treatment and Disposal
II-11
3. Storm Drainage
II-12
4. Transportation
11-12
5. Solid Waste Disposal
II-14
6. Educational Facilities
II-14
7. Recreation
II-14
8. Other County Facilities
II-15
D.
REDEVELOPMENT ISSUES
II-15
SECTION III: LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
III-1 to
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SECTION IV: CRAVEN COUNTY POLICY STATEMENTS
IV-1
A.
INTRODUCTION
IV-1
B.
RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICY STATEMENTS
IV-3
C.
RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
IV-6
D.
ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
IV-8
E.
CONTINUING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
IV-13
F.
STORM HAZARD MITIGATION POLICIES
IV-14
POST -DISASTER RECONSTRUCTION PLANS AND POLICIES
IV-17

SECTION V: RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES AND LAND CLASSIFICATIONS V-1
A. DEVELOPED CLASS
V-1
B. COMMUNITY CLASS
V-1
C. URBAN
TRANSITION
V-1
D. LIMITED TRANSITION
V-2
E. RURAL
WITH SERVICES CLASS
V-2
F. RURAL
CLASS
V-2
G. CONSERVATION CLASS
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1:
Total Population and Percent Change for CAMA-Re ulated
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Counties, 1960-1990
Table 2:
Craven County, Residence in 1985 -- State and County
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Level (Persons 5 Years and Over)
Table 3:
Total Year Round Population and Percent Change by
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Township and Municipality - Craven County, 1970-1990
Table 4:
Total Population by Age and Percent Change - Craven
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County, 1980-1990
Table 5:
Percentages of Total Population by Age Group - Craven
County, 1980-1990
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Table 6:
Number and Percent Increase by Race and Sex - Craven
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County, 1980-1990
Table 7:
Percentages of Total Population by Race and Sex - Craven
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County, 1980-1990
Table 8:
Summary of Year -Round and Seasonal Private Housing
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Units - Craven County, 1970-1990
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Table 9:
Summary of Year Round Housing Units by Tenure -
1-21
Craven County, 1980-1990
Table 10:
Median Value of Owner -Occupied Housing Units - Craven
1-22
County, 1980-1990
Table 11:
Summary of Persons Per Unit and Overcrowded Conditions
1-23
- Craven County, 1980-1990
Table 12:
Housing Conditions - Craven County, 1970-1990
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Table 13:
Number of Year Round Housing Units Tied to Public
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Utilities - Craven County, 1970-1990
Table 14:
Craven County Civilian Unemployment Rate
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Table 15:
Craven County Employment by Industry, Employed
1-30
Persons 16 Years and Over - 1990
Table 16:
Travel Time to Work,Workers 16 years and Over - Craven
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County, 1990
Table 17:
Craven County and North Carolina Poverty Status,
1-32
1979 and 1989
Table 18:
North Carolina, Craven County Per Capita Income -
1-32
1979/1989
Table 19:
Craven County - North Carolina; 1990 - Educational
1-33
Attainment 18 Years Old or Older
Table 20:
Craven County Tourism Income, 1981-1992
1-34
Table 21:
Craven County Commercial Fishing Income, 1981-1991
1-35
Table 22:
1991 Craven County Industries
1-35
Table 23:
Craven County Farm Income, 1985-1991
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Table 24:
Non-farm/Commercial Forest Income Production, 1985 to
1-40
1991
Table 25:
Major Land Uses in Craven County, 1981 and 1989
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Table 26:
Estuarine Erosion Areas in Craven County, NC
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Table 27:
Craven County Water System - Connection Line Sizes by
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Number of Miles
Table 28:
Craven County Water System - Storage Tanks and
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Capacity
Table 29:
Outline of Craven County Booster Pump Stations
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Table 30:
Recommended Construction Priorities - Craven County
1-80
1992 Preliminary Thoroughfare Plan
Table 31:
Craven County Schools - Enrollment Versus Capacity,
1-85
1992-93
Table 32:
Recreation Sites/Facilities Used by Craven County Parks
1-86
and Recreation
Table 33:
Craven. County Water Access Facilities
1-88
Table 34:
Craven County Fire Districts and Tax Rates
1-90
Table 35:
Average Annual Year -Round Population Growth Rate and
II-2
Percent Change - Craven County, 1980-2003
Table 36:
Total Year -Round Population and Percent Change by
II-3
Township and Municipality - Craven County, 1990-2003
Table 37:
Total Population by Age and Percent Change - Craven
II-5
County, 1990-2000

Table 38: Population and Percent Increase by Race and Sex - II-5
Craven County, 1990-2000
Table 39: Growth of Income -Producing Industries, Craven County, II-7
1993-2005
Table 40: Rank of Industry by Employment Earnings, Craven County, II-9
1993 and 2005
Table 41: Craven County Regional Airport - Transportation II-13
Improvement Program -Aviation Element - North Carolina
Department of Transportation
LIST OF MAPS .
Map 1:
Craven County Townships
1-13
Map 2:
Existing Land Use
1-43
Map 3:
Location of Major Subdivisions - 1987-1992
1-45
Map 4:
School Sites
1-48
Map 5:
Flood Hazard Map
1-60
Map 6:
Storm Surge Map
1-61
Map 7:
Soils Map
1-63
Map 8:
Estuarine Erosion Areas
1-66
Map 9:
Areas of Environmental Concern and Other Fragile Areas
1-68
Map 10:
SA, SB, SC Water Classifications
1-75
Map 11:
Water and Sewer Service Areas
1-77
Map 12:
Average Daily Traffic Volumes, 1989
1-81
Map 13:
Neuse River Bridge Replacement Alternatives
1-83
Map 14:
Land Classification Map
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SECTION I. ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
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ISECTION I. ANALYSIS OF EXISTING CONDITIONS
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A. ESTABLISHMENT OF INFORMATION BASE
This 1993 Land Use Plan Update for Craven County is prepared in accordance with
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requirements of the North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). Specifically,
this document complies with Subchapter 713, "Land Use Planning Guidelines," of the
North Carolina Administrative Code, as amended, November 1, 1989.
The land use plan serves to guide the development of Craven County. The land use plan
provides the following:
1) Establishment of county -wide policies to deal with existing and anticipated
land use issues.
2) Assessment of county -wide water and sewer needs.
3) Assessment of county -wide housing needs.
4) Establishment of an effective citizen participation process.
5) Assessment of 404 wetlands issues.
6) Assessment of Craven County industrial development issues.
7) Assessment of county -wide transportation planning issues.
8) Establishment of a completely new plan classification map which will include
significant changes from the 1988 plan.
9) Assessment of shoreline development issues on the Neuse and Trent
Rivers.
10) Assessment of issues concerning continuing military presence and activities
in Craven County.
11) Assessment of opportunities for participation in state and federal programs.
12) An updated land use plan based on an effective citizen participation plan.
This plan update contains a summary of data collection and analysis, an existing land use
map, a policy discussion, and a land classification map. It should be noted that the policy
section of the plan is the most important part of the document. State and federal
agencies will use the local land use policies in making project consistency, funding, and
permit decisions. The 713 guidelines require that the following issues be addressed in the
plan: Resource Protection; Resource Production and Management; Economic and
Community Development; Continuing Public Participation; and Storm Hazard Mitigation,
Post -Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans.
The .1988 Craven County land use plan included policy statements which addressed
these five policy areas. The following provides a summary of the 1988 policies. It is
emphasized that this is only a summary and not the complete 1988 policies section.

Summary of Policy Statements, 1988 Land Use Plan I
A. RESOURCE PROTECTION I
1. Areas of Environmental Concern: Development Policies
Craven County will permit only those land uses which conform to the
general use standards of the North Carolina Administrative Code
(15NCAC7H) for development within the Estuarine System.
a. Coastal Wetlands
Generally, uses which require water access and uses such as utility
easements, fishing piers and docks will be allowed, but must adhere to use
standards of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA: 15NCAC7H)
and/or as permitted by the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers for areas
determined to be "404" wetlands.
b. Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shorelines
Craven County will permit only those uses which are compatible with both
the dynamic nature of the estuarine shorelines and the values of the
estuarine system. Residential, recreational, and commercial uses may be
permitted within the estuarine shoreline, provided that.
° a substantial chance of pollution occurring from the development
does not exist; .
° natural barriers to erosion are preserved and not substantially
weakened or eliminated;
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° the construction of impervious surfaces and areas not allowing
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natural drainage is limited only to that necessary for developments;
° standards of the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act
of 1973 are met;
° development does not have a significant adverse impact on
estuarine resources;
° development does not significantly interfere with existing public
rights or access to, or use of, navigable waters or public resources
(except in the case of private property).
C. Public Trust Areas
Craven County will promote the conservation and management of public
trust areas. Appropriate uses include those which protect public rights for
navigation and recreation. Projects which would directly or indirectly block
or impair.existing navigation channels, increase shoreline erosion, deposit
spoils below mean high tide, cause adverse water circulation patterns,
violate water quality standards, or cause degradation of shellfish waters,
shall generally not be allowed. Allowable uses shall be those which do not
cause detriment to the physical or biological functions of public trust areas.
Such uses as navigational channels, drainage ditches, bulkheads to
prevent erosion, piers, docks, or marinas shall be permitted.
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Ie. Policy Choices: Development in AECs
Craven County will continue to utilize the existing regulatory system, i.e.,
existing subdivision regulations, along with federal and state permit and
review processes, i.e., 404 and CAMA, along with updating and
strengthening existing local regulations.
2. Development in Areas with Constraints
b. Policy Choices
(1) Development will be permitted in some areas subject to erosion,
provided proposals comply with provisions outlined for development
within the estuarine shorelines.
(2) Craven County realizes the inevitability of some development
occurring in flood prone areas. Therefore, the county will continue
to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program and enforce
its "regular" Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance through the
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.
(3) Development in areas where soil types have limited bearing
capacity will not be encouraged. However, the county will permit
development in such areas, as long as such development complies
with other local, state, and federal environmental regulations.
(4) In areas with possible septic tank limitations, Craven County will
remain committed to decisions rendered by the Craven County
Health Department's Sanitarian.
4. Protection of Potable Water Supply
Land uses near groundwater sources are regulated by the North Carolina
Division of Environmental Management through NCAC Subchapter 2L and
Subchapter 2C. Craven County recognizes the importance of protecting
potable water supplies and therefore supports the enforcement of these
regulations. Also, the county will discourage, through development
controls, any development which may encroach upon these wells.
5. Use of Package Treatment Plants
Package treatment plants in "growth" areas are an acceptable alternative.
It is not the county's desire, however, to see a proliferation of small
package treatment systems which bear no relation to each other.
Developers will be encouraged to cooperate so that any such system (each
to be reviewed on a case -by -case basis) can be developed in some pattern
of uniformity.
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Marina and Floating Home Development I
The county supports the development of marinas in compliance with
existing environmental regulations. The county will allow marinas to be
developed in compliance with state, federal, and local environmental and
health regulations. Also, in cases where there are more than 30 boat slips
provided, the developer shall be required to provide pump -out facilities for
the disposal of wastewater. Also, the county believes that as long as all
requirements are complied with, marinas should be allowed in any land
classification except rural classified lands.
Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas
The county believes that industrial development should not be allowed if
it is clearly deleterious to sensitive environmental areas.
Development of Sound and Estuarine System Islands
The few small riverine islands are likely natural fragile areas and not
developable. It is the county's policy, therefore, that these areas should be
protected from any environmentally adverse development. Such areas
should be classified as "Conservation" in the Craven County Land
Classification System.
RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
Agriculture
b. Policy Choice '
(1) Craven County, in recognition of the importance of agriculture to the
county's economy, believes that existing federal and state
permitting procedures (CAMA and Corps of Engineers) pose
enough limitations to the use of farmland in the county. Because
of the soil types and topography, the county recognizes that proper
drainage is essential and must be allowed to continue as needed,
and as it does not result in irreversible damage to environmentally
sensitive areas. Therefore, no additional limitation or policies will
be adopted. However, the county will support and encourage the
identification of "prime" farmland in Craven County and participation
in the Non -Point Pollution Agricultural Cost -Share Program,
including the S.C.S., use of the "Best Management Practices."
These programs are designed to balance proper agricultural
management with protection of nutrient -sensitive waters from
agricultural runoff.
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b. Policy Choice
(1) The county believes that imposing additional restrictions are not
necessary at this time nor should be throughout the planning
period. However, Craven County will encourage reforestation
whenever feasible, as a sound timber management practice.
3. Mining Resource Areas
Craven County believes the existing rock and sand pits, and possibly
others, should continue to operate as long as they are in compliance with
federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
4. Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
b. Policy Choices
(1) The county will support enforcement of current state, federal and
local regulations as well as support those activities undertaken to
improve water quality in the Neuse-Trent Rivers, by state agencies.
(2) Continue to enforce the county's subdivision regulations, possibly
requiring larger lot sizes for residences in areas where soils are not
as well suited for septic tank placement in accord with rules
enforced by the County Health Department.
5. Off -Road Vehicles
Off -road vehicles are important in some sections of the county because of
the necessity for landowners or hunters to travel in wooded or swampy
areas. As this property is private and not available to the public as public
beaches are, the use of these vehicles is acceptable in these cases. No
other policy discussion on this issue is deemed necessary.
6. Residential and Commercial Land Development
■ Land development, whether for residential, commercial or industrial uses,
compatible with existing constraints (i.e., poor soils, flood hazards, etc.),
and in conformance with existing regulatory controls, will be encouraged
in Craven County.
C. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICIES
1. Types and Locations of Desired Industry
C. Policy Choices
(1) The county, in cooperation with the incorporated municipalities, will
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continue to support an active industrial recruitment program, as
currently conducted by the Craven County Committee of 100,
seeking low pollution,' light manufacturing industries and those
which do not require large commitments of water and/or sewer.
(2)
Craven County should seek technical assistance and financial help
to develop another industrial park, if the need dictates. The county
also supports the eventual development of an Air Industrial Park
near the airport, for aviation -related concerns.
(3)
The county believes that all industrial prospects should be given a
fair, case -by -case assessment in order to carefully compare
possible economic benefits with possibly negative environmental
effects. Such reviews will be coordinated by Craven County
through various county agencies and departments.
(4)
The county will continue to seek to provide water and/or sewer
through existing systems according to current policies, i.e.,
encourage new industries to pay their own costs of water and/or
sewer extensions by offering to pay a portion of the potential tax
revenues the industry may generate for five years.
Local Commitment to Service Provisions
b.
Policy Choice
(1)
Craven County will remain committed to providing needed services,
as economically feasible, to accommodate new residential,
commercial, and industrial development in the county.
Desired Urban Growth Patterns
b.
Policy Choices
(1) The existing low density rural communities which are scattered
throughout the county are a long established residential pattern in
Craven County. This pattern will continue to be encouraged by the
county. However, the county will not encourage "new"
developments in areas with identified limitations such as soils, flood
hazards, or proximity to AECs.
(2) All newly developing subdivisions will have to adhere to the
standards of the county subdivision regulations.
(3) Because of the expanding water service in previously unserved
areas (Townships 1, 3 and 9), and the increasing potential for
additional residential growth, it may become necessary to develop
additional land development controls such as zoning to ensure
orderly and well -managed growth.
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(4) The county believes that dense urban development should only
take place where both adequate water and sewer facilities are
provided. This is especially true for commercial and industrial land
uses.
4. Redevelopment of Developed Areas
b. Policy Choices
(1) Craven County would like to see redevelopment/rehabilitation
activities occur in communities identified as having concentrations
of substandard housing and other neighborhood conditions. The
county will try to link various redevelopment activities together
where feasible.
(2) The county will continue to work with the City of New Bern in
encouraging redevelopment activities of the waterfront area, such
as Union Point Park, and other projects of mutual interest and
concern.
5. Commitment to State and Federal Programs
Craven County is generally receptive to state and federal programs,
particularly those which provide improvements to the county. The county
will continue to fully support such programs. The county also supports
federal and state projects which enhance economic development and
tourism.
6. Assistance to Channel Maintenance '
Proper maintenance of channels, including periodic dredging, is important
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to Craven County, mainly because of the economic impact of commercial
fisheries. With adequate channel maintenance, Craven County can make
better utilization of its waterways for water transportation and recreation
purposes.
7. Energy Facilities Siting
Should the siting of an energy facility become a realistic possibility for
Craven County, it shall be the policy of the county to carefully review each
such project and require strict adherence to federal, state and any local
environmental regulations.
8. Tourism and Beach and Waterfront Access
a. Policy Alternatives
(1) The county could work independently of the other municipalities to
promote tourism.
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(2) Craven County could work with other municipalities and its Tourism
Development Authority, as well as the Keep America Beautiful
campaign, to promote the area's attractiveness.
9. Density of Development
b. Policy Choices I
(1) Craven County, generally, would like to see development continue
in areas considered as most feasible to accommodate the
anticipated growth and development, where support services such
as water, sewer (including septic tanks where necessary) are
feasible and where practical to provide.
(2) The county would like to see continued enforcement of existing
density and development controls, i.e., subdivision regulations and
septic tank permits, and will consider the adoption of additional
controls such as a county -wide zoning ordinance.
Listed below are some of the sources and documents utilized during preparation of this
land use plan:
-- Craven County 1988 Land Use Plan Update
-- USDA, Soil Conservation Service, Craven County
-- NCDOT, Planning and Policies Section
-- Craven County Staff
-- Craven County Schools
-- North Carolina Division of Archives and History
-- Flood Insurance Study, Craven County
-- Marine Corps Air Station Zoning Ordinance
-- N. C. State Data Center, Office of State Planning
-- Craven County Subdivision Ordinance
-- North Carolina Division of Community Assistance
-- North Carolina Division of Coastal Management
-- North Carolina Department of Commerce
-- North Carolina Department of Transportation, Transportation Improvement
Program, 1993-1999
-- Craven County Mobile Home Park Ordinance
-- Craven County Code
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B. DEMOGRAPHICS AND HOUSING
1. CRAVEN COUNTY PERMANENT POPULATION
a) Regional and County Population Growth
All except four of the twentyNorth Carolina counties regulated by the Coastal Area
Management Act (CAMA) experienced a net permanent population growth from 1960 to
1990, as Table 1 indicates.
The 51 % increase in population growth in the coastal counties since 1960 is
reflective of the well -documented national trend of migration to non -metropolitan areas
which began in the late 1960s. By the early 1970s, coastal North Carolina felt the impact
of this migration. Note that the twenty CAMA counties had a higher population growth
rate than the state as a whole from 1960-1990. Some of the factors influencing the
growth of the coastal region include expansion of military facilities, industrial
decentralization, and in particular, the development of recreation and retirement centers.
The growth of Craven and other coastal counties as recreational/retirement centers
over the past twenty years has had a significant impact on the composition of the
. permanent population, and ultimately, the economic structure of the coastal region. The
average household size has decreased and the median age has increased as coastal
North Carolina has grown as a recreational/retirement center. The coastal areas are
gradually losing their rural character as residential and commercial development have
expanded significantly near the state's shoreline and estuarine areas over the past twenty
years. Also, coastal counties such as Craven have had a noticeable shift toward a non -
basic (service and retail) economy over the past twenty years. Increased retail trade and
growth of service industries are the result of seasonal demand and retiree in -migration
to the coastal region.
The increased military and industrial presence in coastal North Carolina has also
influenced permanent population growth, peak population growth, and changes in
population composition in Craven and other coastal counties since 1960. The appeal of
the region to industry and the military -- availability of open space, low tax and wage
structure, relatively few "urban" problems -- also adds to its appeal to retirees and
seasonal homeowners.
Although population growth in'the state's oceanfront counties has exceeded growth
in the estuarine counties since 1960, Craven County has experienced the fastest growth
of any of the non -oceanfront CAMA-regulated counties since 1960, with a 38.9% growth
rate over the thirty year period. Significantly, Craven County is one of only five CAMA-
regulated counties whose 1980-1990 growth rate exceeded the 1970-1980 rate. Several
factors may explain Craven County's sustained population growth, including its continuing
association with the military community, its accessible estuarine resources, and rapid
commercial growth in and adjacent to the City of New Bern over the past ten years.

Table 1
Total Population and Percent Change for CAMA-Regulated Counties, 1960-1990
County
Total Population
Percent Increase
1960
1970
1980
1990
'60 '70
'70280
'80290
Overall
'60 '90
Carteret
27,438
31,603
41,092
52,556
15.2%
30.0%
27.9%
91.5%
Currituck
6,601
6,976
11,089
13,736
5.7%
58.9%
23.9%
108.1%
Dare
5,935
6,995
13,377
22,746
17.9%
91.2%
70.0%
283.3%
Hyde
5,765
5,571
5,873
5,411
-3.4%
5.4%
-7.9%
-6.1 %
Beaufort
36,014
35,980
40,355
42,283
-0.1 %
12.2%
4.8%
17.4%
Bertie
24,350
20,477
21,024
20,388
-15.9%
2.7%
-3.0%
-16.3%
Camden
5,598
5,453
5,829
5,904
-2.6%
6.9%
1.3%
5.5%
Chowan
11,729
10,764
12,558
13,506
-8.2%
16.7%
7.5%
15.2%
Craven
58,773
62,554
71,043
81,613
6.4%
13.6%
14.9%
38.9%
Pamlico
9,850
9,467
10,398
11,372
-4.2%
9.8%
9.4%
15.5%
0
Pasquotank
25,630
26,824
28,462
31,298
4.7%
6.1%
10.0%
22.1%
Perquimans
9,178
8,351
9,486
10,447
-9.0%
13.61%
10.1%
13.8%
Tyrrell
4,520
3,806
3,975
3,856
-15.8%
4.4%
-3.0%
-14.7%
Washington
13,488
14,038
14,801
. 13,997
4.1 %
5.4%
-5.4%
3.8%
Gates
9,254
8,524
8,875
9,305
-7.9%
4.1 %
4.8%
0.5%
Hertford
22,718
23,529
23,368
22,523
3.6%
-0.7%
-3.6%
-0.1 %
Brunswick
20,278
24,223
35,777
50,985
19.4%
47.7%
42.5%
151.4%
New Hanover
71,742
82,996
103,471
120,284
15.7%
24.7%
16.2%
67.7%
Pender
18,508
18,149
22,262
28,855
-1.9%
22.70/6
29.60/,
55.9%
Onslow
82,706
103,126
112,784
149,838
24.70/6
9.4%
32.9%
81.1%
Total
470,075
509,406
595,899
710,903
8.4%
16.9%
19.3%
51.2%
North Carolina
4,556,155
5,084,411
5,880,095
6,628,637
11.6%
15.6%
12.7%
45.4%
Source: State Data Center, N.C. Office of State Planning.
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Table 2 provides a summary of the 1985 place of residence of the county's 1990
population. Of these counted in Table 2, only 33,092, or 44.3%, resided in the same
dwelling unit in both 1985 and 1990. A total of 25,692 residents, or 34.5% of those
counted in 1990, had moved into Craven County since 1985.
jTable
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Craven County
Residence in 1985 -- State and County Level
(Persons 5 Years and Over)
Total
Percentage
of Total
Same House in 1985
33,092
44.3%
Different House in U.S. in 1985:
Same County
15,830
21.2%
Different County:
Same State
5,901
7.9%
Different State:
Northeast
4,432
6.0%
Midwest
2,721
3.6%
South
7,801
10.5%
West
3,371
4.5%
Abroad in 1985:
rU.S.
Puerto Rico
Outlying Area
37
11
10.2%
{
Foreign Country
1,418
1.9%
Total Population Aged 5 Years and Over
74,654
100%
Source: Office of State Planning.
b) Geographic Growth in Craven County -1970 through 1990
The most significant demographic trend in Craven County since 1970 has been a
decrease in "rural" population and a corresponding increase in "urban" population. The
U.S. Census classifies "urban" population as that portion of the populace living in
incorporated municipalities or Census Designated Places (CDPs) with a population of
2,500 or more. In 1990, Craven County's "urban" populace was located in New Bern,
Havelock, and the James City CDP adjacent to New Bern. These three areas had a
combined population of 41,910, or 51.4% of the total 1990 county population of 81,613.
The 1990 census year is the first year that Craven County's designated urban population
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exceeded the rural population. This is consistent with national and state trends toward
greater urbanization, with 1990 being the first census year that North Carolina's urban
population percentage (50.4%) exceeded the rural percentage (49.6%). Consistent with
the trend of urbanization, the number of the Craven County population classified a "farm"
population by the U.S. Census decreased from 1,720 in 1980 to 1,088 in 1990.
Table 3 depicts the geographic distribution of Craven County's population by
township and municipality in 1970, 1980, and 1990. During the twenty year period, the
county's municipal population (population located inside the county's eight incorporated
municipalities) increased by 116%, while the population located in unincorporated area
decreased by 12%. The major reason for the dramatic growth in municipal population
from 1970-1980 was the 1980 annexation of Cherry Point MCAS by the City of Havelock,
since the City of New Bern lost population from 1970-1980, and only Trent Woods
displayed rapid municipal growth (without annexation) overthe ten year period. However,
from 1980-1990, New Bern sustained moderate population growth in excess of the county
and state growth rate for the period. Also, Havelock has continued to grow at a rate
consistent with the county's population growth following the 1980 annexation, and the
suburban municipalities of River Bend and Trent Woods were by far the fastest growing
areas of the county from 1980-1990.
Of the county's three "rural" municipalities, only Vanceboro enjoyed population
growth from 1970-1980 and 1980-1990, and it was the only rural municipality to display
a population increase from 1980-1990. While Cove City had a very slight population
decrease from 1980-1990, Dover's population dropped by 25% over the ten year period,
consistent with the overall drop in population in township # 3 from 1970-1990. In fact,
township #3, the county's most rural township in terms of economy, housing and land
use, was the only township in Craven County to experience a net population decrease
from 1970-1990. (See Map 1 for delineation of Craven County townships.)
The fastest growing areas in Craven County are the suburban areas southwest and
northeast of New Bern. The towns of Trent Woods and River Bend continue to
experience the fastest growth rates in the county, while township # 2, including,'Fairfield
Harbor, displayed the highest growth rate of any of the county's eight townships from
1970-1990, despite the drop in the Town of Bridgeton's population over that period.
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Table 3
Total Year Round Population and Percent Change by Township and Municipality
Craven County, 1970-1990
Township
Municipality or Area
Total Year -Round Population
Percent Change
Overall
1970
1980
1990
70280
'80290
70-90
Township 1
Vanceboro
758
833
946
9.9%
13.60/6
24.8%
Unincorporated Areas
4,188
4,526
4,992
8.1%
10.3%
19.2%
Total Township
4,946
5,359
5,938
8.4%
10.8%
20.1 %
Township 2
Bridgeton
520
461
498
-11.3%
-8.0%
- 4.2%
Unincorporated Areas
2,737
3,953
5,873
44.4%
48.60/6
114.6%
Total Township
3,257
4,414
6,371
35.5%
44.3%
95.6%
Township 3
Cove City
485
500
497
3.1 %
-0.6%
2.5%
Dover
585
600
451
2.6%
-24.8%
-22.9%
Unincorporated Areas
2,767
2,703
2,479
-2.3%
-8.3%
-10.4%
Total Township
3,837
3,803
3,427
-0.8%
-9.9%
-10.7%
Township 5
Total Township
2,047
2,551
2,635
24.6%
3.3%
28.7%
Township 6
Havelock
3,012
17,718
20,300
488.2%
14.6%
574.0%
Unincorporated Areas
17,786
4,245
4,812
-76.1%
13.40/6
-73.0%.
Total Township
20,798
21,963
25,112
5.6%
14.3%
20.7%
Township 7
Total Township
4,757
6,149
6,878
29.3%
11.9%
44.6%
Township 8
New Bern
14,660
14,557
17,363
-0.7%
19.3%
18.40/6
River Bend
--
959
2,408
--
151.1%
--
Trent Woods
719
1,177
2,366
63.7%
101.0%
229.1%
Unincorporated Areas
5,746
7,952
6,656
38.4%
-16.3%
15.8%
Total Township
21,125
24,645
28,793
16.7%
16.8%
36.3%
Township 9
Total Township
1,787
2,159
2,459
20.8%
13.9%
37.60/6
Total Municipalities
20,739
36,805
44,829
77.5%
21.8%
116.2%
Total Unincorporated Areas
41,815
34,238
36,784
-18.1%
7.4%
-12.0%
Total County
62,554
71,043
81,613
13.6°/,
14.9%
30.5%
Source: State Data Center, N.C. Office of State Planning.

1970
1990
Craven County Population
By Township, 1970-1990
0 20,000 40j000 60,000 80,000 100,000
Total Population by Township
Township 1
Township 2
Township 3
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Township 6
Township 7
Township 8
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Township 9
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areas are within Craven Count '
All of these suburbans planning y p gurisdiction. j
Coordination of planning efforts with the City of New Bern, and emphasis on waterfront
and planned unit development planning will be required as these suburban areas continue
to grow.
Additionally, several predominantly rural areas in the county's jurisdiction
experienced significant population growth from 1970-1990. In particular, growth in
township #1 around the Town of Vanceboro and in township #9 (Jasper, Spring Garden,
and Tuscarora) was appreciable from 1980 to 1990. However, population growth in
township #5 (Hariowe) slowed significantly in 1980-1990 compared to the 1970-1980 rate.
Despite the gradual urbanization of the county populace, the obvious sustained population
growth in rural areas of the county will require a continued focus on rural land use issues
by the county administration.
c) Composition by Age
From 1980-1990, the percentage of individuals in Craven County 62 years of age
and older increased substantially, and the median age also increased. These trends
directly resulted from increasing investment in waterfront and other suburban property in
Craven County by retirees, as well as a national trend toward a higher median age. Total
population by age for Craven County from 1970-1990 is shown in Table 4, below.
Table 4
Total Population by Age and Percent Change
Craven County, 1980-1990
Acme Population by Ape Group Percent Change
1980 1990 1980-1990
0-4
6,586
6,999
6.3
5-19
18,089
17,548
-3.0
20-29
16,777
16,264
-3.1
30-44 12,405 17,606
41.9
45-61 10,173 12,037
18.3
62-74 5,332 8,049
51.0
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75 & Up 1,681 3,110
85.0
Total 71,043 81,613
14.9
Source: State Data Center, N.C. Office of State Planning.
Several important trends in the composition of Craven County's population can be
identified through a review of Table 4. First, the three most rapidly growing segments of
the population since 1970 have been ages 30-44, ages 62-74, and ages 75 and up. The
t growth of the 30-44 and over 62 age groups is partially the result of non -migratory
demographic factors including birth and death rates and aging patterns. Also, the net
migration rate for both groups was also very high over the period 1980-1990. In other
words, there was a steady influx of elderly individuals and individuals in their 30's and
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Percentage of Total Population by Age
Craven County, 1980-1990
Age 0-19 Age 0-19
35%
Age 20-29 30%
20%
Age 20-29
2 4 %
- { - I•
>Age 62>
10% >Age 62
Age 30-44 14`k
Age 30-44 Age 45-61 2 2 SlS
17% 14% Age 45-61
15%
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early 40's into the county that greatly exceeded the migration of these groups to areas
outside of the county.
The school age population and age 20-29 population of Craven County have
decreased since 1980, and are shrinking in terms of percentages of total population. The
older working age population (ages 45-61) has grown at approximately the same rate as
the total population, while the preschool population has increased slightly since 1980.
The younger working population (ages 30-44), and the age groups 62 and above, have
grown much faster than the total population since 1980, and now occupy larger
percentages of the total population than they did in 1980. These trends are outlined in
tabular form below.
Table 5
Percentages of Total Population by Age Group
Craven County, 1980-1990
Age Group
Preschool and School Age Population
(0-19)
Young Adult Population (20-29)
Younger Working Population (30-44)
Older Working Population (45-61)
Elderly Population (62 and up)
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
1980 1990 Net Change
1980-1990
34.7% 30.0% -4.7%
23.6% 20.0% -3.6%
17.5% 21.6% +4.1 %
14.3% 14.7% +0.4%
9.9% 13.7% +3.8%
In terms of geographic distribution of population by age, townships #8 and #2
(including New Bern, River Bend, Trent Woods, and Fairfield Harbor) had the highest
numbers of individuals aged 65 and older in 1990, as well as the highest ratios of elderly
individuals to total township population. Township #6 (Havelock) had the highest number
of school age population, as well as the highest ratio of school age children to total
township population. These demographic characteristics are significant in terms of need
for social service, medical, and educational facilities in these townships.
d) Composition by Race and Sex
The analysis of Craven County's racial composition is an important part of this
study of recent demographic trends, since changes in minority population profoundly
affect issues such as housing and local economic and community development in eastern
North Carolina.
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Table 6
Number and Percent Increase by Race and Sex
Craven County - 1980-1990
Category Total Population Percent Change
1980 1990 1980-1990
Total White 50,554 58,478 15.7%
Males 26,481 29,519 11.5%
Females 24,073 28,959 20.3%
Total Black 19,294 21,080 9.3%
Males 9,447 10,022 6.1 %
Females 9,847 11,058 12.3%
Other Minorities 1,195 2,055 72.0%
Males 677 963 42.2%
Females 518 1,092 111.1 %
Total Males 36,605 40,504 10.7%
Total Females 34,438 41,109 19.4%
Total County 71,043 81,613 14.9%
Source: State Data Center, N.C. Office of State Planning.
As Table 6 indicates, the black population in Craven County grew at a lower rate
than the white population from 1980-1990. However, the total non -black minority
population (orientals, hispanics, etc.) grew almost five times as fast as the white
,
population during the same period. [Note: The substantial percentage increase in non -
black minority population is magnified by the relatively small non -black minority population
in 1980. Nonetheless, the growth trend in this sector of the population is significant.] The
Craven County female population grew almost twice as fast as the male population from
1980-1990.
In terms of percentage of total population, the most important population trends
from 1970-1990 by race and sex were the increase in white/non-black minority
populations and the increase in the female population, as indicated in Table 7.
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Table 7
Percentages of Total Population
by Race and Sex
'
Craven County - 1980-1990
Category
Percentage
of Total Population
1980
1990
Net Change
1980-1990
Total White
71.2%
71.7%
+0.5%
Males
37.3%
36.2%
-1.1 %
Females
33.9%
35.5%
+1.6%
Total Black
27.2%
25.8%
-1.4%
Males
13.3%
12.3%
-1.0%
Females
13.9%
13.5%
-0.4%
Other Minorities
1.6%
2.5%
+0.9%
Males
0.9%
1.2%
+0.3%
Females
0.7%
1.3%
+0.6%
Total Males
51.5%
49.6%
-1.9%
Total Females
48.5%
50.4%
+1.9%
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
The relative decrease in black population since 1980 indicates that the migratory
pattern in Craven County in recent years has been dominated by an incoming white
population. It is safe to state that black population growth in Craven County has been
almost entirely dependent on birth. and death rates since 1970. A black population
relatively unaffected by migratory patterns is typical of coastal North Carolina counties,
and is reflective of several socioeconomic factors such as education, housing availability
and industrial development, which will be addressed in the discussion of economic
conditions.
Based on an analysis of race and sex characteristics by township, township #8
(including New Bern and the affluent suburban communities of Trent Woods and River
Bend) has the highest ratio of female population to total population -- 53.5% in 1990. The
highest ratio of minority population to total township population in 1990 was in township
#5 (Hariowe) -- 71.2%. Township #2 had the lowest percentage of minority individuals
in 1990.
2. CRAVEN COUNTY SEASONAL POPULATION
a) Introduction and Methodology
In CAMA-regulated counties, a study of recreational or seasonal population is
necessary to any overall analysis of demographic trends. In fact, for oceanfront counties,
seasonal population is often more important than permanent population in defining the
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impact of growth on community facilities and fragile areas. Additionally, the recreational
population has a profound effect on the economy of the coastal region, accounting for a
large portion of the non -basic (service and retail) economy and indirectly impacting more ,
basic industries such as fishing, agriculture; import/export, and manufacturing.
In the preceding section, population data from the N.C. State Data Center was
utilized to present year-round population trends. The estimation methods utilized by the
N.C. State Data Center for year-round population (ratio correlation and administrative
records) are not appropriate for estimating seasonal population. Enumeration of housing
units is the most appropriate method of estimating recreational population. In the housing
unit approach, the total number of housing units is multiplied by the average household
size to obtain estimated population.
For this study, use will be made of demographic methodology for measuring
recreational populations for the Albemarle -Pamlico region developed by Paul D. Tschetter
of East Carolina University in 1988. The advantage of the ECU methodology is that it
relies on an extensive empirical enumeration of marina boat slips, motel rooms, and
campgrounds in additional to private seasonal housing units. The study also includes an
excellent approach to estimating average population by type of individual housing unit.
For purposes of the ECU study (and this demographic analysis), "total seasonal housing
units" includes (1) all single and multi -family private housing units used by the overnight
tourist population rather than the permanent population; (2) all motel/hotel rooms
[including bed and breakfasts]; (3) all seasonal and transient campground sites; and (4)
all individual marina wet slips capable of docking boats of a size and type which can
house people overnight. Marina facilities for fueling/repair only [no overnight dockage],
and those that only dock commercial fishing boats, are excluded from the enumeration
of seasonal housing units. I
In the ECU study mentioned above, the impact of seasonal population in Craven
County was found to be minimal. For the 1987 base year, the total recreational
infrastructure (seasonal housing, hotel rooms, campgrounds and marinas) accounted for
less than five percent of total Craven County housing, and the total increase in population
at full seasonal unit occupancy was only four percent. This already minimal impact is
reduced when one considers that "overnight" marina spaces in Craven County, assumed
to be 100% held for seasonal use in the ECU study, are largely held for personal use by
permanent county residents. Also, most hotel/motel rooms in Craven County are used ,
by overnight business guests rather than recreational users, which reduces the impact
of the hotel/motel population on county infrastructure and services.
In 1990, only342 housing units in Craven Count were classified as "seasonal
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recreational, or occasional use" in the U.S. Census data. This is a 54% increase over
the 222 seasonal units enumerated during the 1980 census. The ECU study assumed
a household size for seasonal private housing of 3.3, which would result in a 1990
population increase for private seasonal units of only 1,129 at full occupancy. The overall
impact of seasonal private housing on Craven County's infrastructure, traffic, and
recreational facilities can be assumed to be minimal.
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According to the Craven County Boater's Guide, the county's nine marinas contain
a total of only 67 transient slips, roughly half of which are located in Bridgeton or New
Bern. The impact of overnight/seasonal marina traffic is minimal. The same can be said
for impact from the two public campgrounds and one public campground located in the
county's jurisdiction, which contain a total of only 152 spaces.
The great majority of the hotel/motel rooms in Craven County are located within
the cities of New Bern and Havelock. Impacts of overnight population at the Ramada Inn
' and small "mom and pop" motels scattered throughout the county jurisdiction are minimal.
In summary, the impact of seasonal population in Craven County is not a
significant land use issue in the county planning jurisdiction. The primary use of
"seasonal" -type housing (motels, marinas, condos, etc.) appears to be more transient or
business related than in neighboring oceanfront counties, and the total number of
seasonal housing units is not substantial enough to provide a significant population impact
even at full occupancy. It is likely that Craven County's appeal as a recreational center
will continue to be primarily limited to the historic and waterfront areas in and near New
Bern, with few, if any, significant planning issues arising from a .demand for seasonal
housing development in the county's jurisdiction during the planning period.
3. CRAVEN COUNTY HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS
a) Number and Tenure of Private Housing Units
The summary of population trends above indicates that seasonal population impact
is minimal in the Craven County planning jurisdiction. This fact is corroborated by the
relatively small numbers of seasonal dwelling units constructed in Craven County since
1970.
Table 8
Summary of Year -Round and Seasonal Private Housing Units
Craven County, 1970-1990
Type of Unit Number of Units Percentage Increase
1970 1980 1990 1970-80 1980-90 Overall
1970-90
Year Round 18,876 25,333 31,951 34.2% 26.1% 69.3%
Seasonal 61 216 341 254.1 % 58.3% 460.7%
Total Units 18,937 25,549 32,293 34.9% 26.4% 70.5%
Source. State Data Center, N. C. Office of State Planning.
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Despite the fact that seasonal unit construction increased at a faster rate during
the 70s and '80s than year-round unit construction, seasonal private housing units only
comprised approximately 1 % of the total housing stock in Craven County in 1990. Only
seven of the seasonal housing units in the 1990 census were classified as "condominium"
units. Due to the slight impact of seasonal housing construction, this section will focus
on the characteristics of year-round housing units, and specifically, the condition of year-
round units in the planning jurisdiction. Revitalization of the county's existing housing
stock has been a major planning and community development issue for Craven County
throughout the 1987-1992 planning period, and will continue to be a major issue
throughout the next planning period.
Table 9 outlines the year-round number of housing units by tenure for Craven
County townships in 1980 and 1990.
Ada
Total Year -Round Units
1980
1990
Increase
Township 1
2.137
2,426
13.5%
Township 2
1.783
2,765
55.1
Township 3
1,436
1,369
-4.7%
Township 5
752
937
24.6%
Township 6
6,133
8,003
30.5%
Township 7
2,413
2,871
19.01/
Township 8
9.907
12,641
27.6%
Township 9
772
939
21.6%
Craven Co.
25,333
31,951
26.1%
Source: State Data Center, N. C. Office of State Planning.
Table 9
Summary of Year Round Housing Units by Tenure
Craven County, 1980.19N
Owner Units (% of Total) Rental Units (% of Total) Vacant Units (% of Total)
1980
1990
1980
1990
1980
1990
1,463(68.5%)
1,786(73.6%)
388(18.2%)
460(19.0%)
286(13.3%)
180 (7.4%)
1,235(69.3%)
1,949(70.5%)
382(21.4%)
564(20.4%)
166 (9.3%)
252 (9.1%)
938(65.3%)
1,004(73.3%)
372(25.9%)
278(20.3%)
126 (8.8%)
87 (6.4116)
563(74.9%)
720(76.9%)
149(19.8%)
132(14.1%)
40 (5.3%)
85 (9.0'/)
2,294(37.4%)
2,940(36.7%)
3,535(57.6%)
4,518(56.5%)
304 (5.0%)
545 (6.B%)
1,699(70.4%)
2,104(73.31/6)
520(21.51%)
572(20.0%)
194 (8.1%)
195 (6.71/6)
5,867(59.21/6)
7,437(58.8%)
3,389(34.2°/<)
4.189(33.1%)
651 (6.6%)
1.015 (8.0%)
572(74.11/6)
765(81.4%)
133(17.2%)
124(13.3%)
67 (8.7%)
50 (5.4%)
14,631(57.7%)
18.705(58.5%)
8,868(35.0%)
10.837(33.9%)
1,834 (7.3%)
2,409 (7.61/6)
The county's year-round housing stock increased 26.1 % from 1980-1990, which
is almost twice as fast as the county population growth over the same period. The
county's average household size dropped from 2.84 persons in 1980 to 2.64 persons in
1990. Growth in year-round housing units was highest in townships #2, #6 and #8 over
the 1980-1990 period, which is consistent with the pattern of population growth in the
county from 1980-1990.
Township #3, which lost population from 1980-1990, had a net loss in year-round
housing units over the period, which can be attributed to a loss in mobile home stock and
to demolition or abandonment of older occupied structures. Township #5, including the
Harlowe community, displayed an unusual growth rate in housing stock of 24.6% while
its population only grew by 3.3% from 1980-1990. This apparent inconsistency is partially
explained by the growth of mobile home development in township #5 in recent years,
much of which has been initiated by larger households living in existing, older frame -built
structures still utilized by a portion of the original household.
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Table 9 indicates that the ratios of owner -occupied, rental, and vacant units to total
year-round units remained relatively constant during the 1980-90 period, with owner -
occupied houses increasing slightly as a percentage of the whole and the vacancy rate
increasing slightly. The county vacancy rate of 7.6% in 1990 is consistent with the 1990
North Carolina vacancy rate of 7.4%. The county ratio of rental housing to total year-
round units (33.9% in 1990) was higher than the state ratio of 29.7%. However, the
percentage of rental units in township #6 (Havelock/Cherry Point MCAS) is very high. In
fact, the percentage of owner -occupied units was higher than the state 1990 owner -
occupied percentage of 62.9% in all Craven County townships except townships #6 and
#8, where Havelock and New Bern are located, respectively. The highest percentages
of owner -occupied units were in townships #9 and #5, which is consistent with the state-
wide trend of higher percentages of owner -occupied units in rural areas. The vacancy
rate was lowest in township #9 in 1990, and highest in townships #2 and #5. The vacant
housing in township #5 increased significantly from 1980-1990, which is attributable to
abandonment of substandard housing and an increase in mobile homes for sale or rent.
b) Type and Condition of Private Housing Units
I' f h median value of ear -round owner -occupied
Table 10 provides an outline o the ed y p
housing units by township for Craven County in 1980-1990.
Table 10
Median Value of Owner -Occupied Housing Units
Craven County, 1980-1990
1980 1990 Percent Increase,
Area Median Value Median Value 1980-1990
Township 1 25,600 45,400 77.3%
rTownship 2 31,300 79,600 154.3%
Township 3 22,600 40,900 80.0%
Township 5 20,900 53,000 153.6%
Township 6 431900 67,900 54.7%
Township 7 38,000 67,500 77.6%
Township 8 40,800 70,800 73.5%
Township 9 32,600 50,600 55.2%
Craven County 37,800 65,900 74.3%
Source: State Data Center, N. C. Office of State Planning.
As might be expected, housing values increased the most from 1980 to 1990 in
township #2, location of Fairfield Harbor. The lowest median values in 1990 were in rural
townships #3, #1, #9, and #5. However, the median values in township #5 have more
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than doubled since 1980, which is the result of rapid new modular/mobile home i
development in that township in recent years. The 1990 county median value of $65,900
is equivalent to North Carolina 1990 median value of $65,800. ,
Overcrowding is an excellent indicator of substandard housing conditions. Table
11 provides a summary of persons per unit and overcrowded conditions for Craven Count ,
in 1980 and 1990.
Table 11
,
Summary of Persons Per Unit
and Overcrowded Conditions
Craven County,
1980-1990
Total
# of Units
with 1.01
Area
Occupied Units
Mean Persons Per Unit
or More Persons per Room
1980
1990
1980
1990
Numeric Change
1980 (% of
1990 (% of
1980-90
total)
total)
Township 1
1,851
2,246
2.89
2.65
-0.24
91 (5.0%)
72 (3.2%)
Township 2
1,617
2,513
2.73
2.51
-0.22
65 (4.0%)
56 (2.2%)
Township 3
1,310
1,282
2.90
2.68
-0.22
92 (7.0%)
43 (3.4%)
Township 5
712
852
3.58
3.19
-0.39
125(17.6%)
93(10.9%)
Township 6
5,829
7,458
3.03
2.88
-0.15
148 (2.5%)
285 (3.8%)
Township 7
2,219
2,676
2.77
2.59
-0.18
78 (3.5%)
60 (2.2%)
Township 8
9,256
11,626
2.66
2.51
-0.15
382 (3.1 %)
261 (2.2%)
Township 9
705
889
3.06
2.79
-0.27
47 (6.7%)
30 (4.3%)
Craven Co.
23,499
29,542
2.84
2.64
-0.20
929 (4.0%)
900 (3.0%)
Source: State Data Center, N. C. Office of State Planning. I
Not surprisingly, overcrowded conditions are worst in township #5, which includes
the Harlowe community and concentrations of older, deteriorated rural housing. Table
11 does indicate that overcrowded conditions in all of the county's townships were
reduced from 1980-1990. Improvement of the county's housing stock is the result of
county and City of New Bern -sponsored building code enforcement and community
development projects, and development of new housing in both urban and rural areas of
the county since 1980.
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Table 12
Housing Conditions
Craven County, 1970-1990
1970 (% of
1980 (% of
1990 (% of
Total Year Housing Units
total)
18,876
total)
25,333
total)
-Round
31,951
Units in Structure
1
13,926 (73.7%)
18,202 (71.9%)
21,990 (68.8%)
2
1,244 (6.6%)
831 (3.3%)
943 (2.9%)
3 & 4
694 (3.7%)
752 (3.0%)
1,373 (4.3%)
5 or more
1,182 (6.3%)
1,984 (7.8%)
2,322 (7.3%)
'
Mobile Home
1,830 (9.7%)
3,564 (14.0%)
5,323 (16.7%)
Age of Structure
< 1 yr.
955 (5.0%)
1,032 (4.1 %)
994 (3.1 %)
'
1-5 yrs.
2,196 (11.6%)
3,528 (13.9%)
3,989 (12.5%)
6-10 yrs.
2,204 (11.7%)
3,956 (15.6%)
4,788 (15.0%)
11-20 yrs.
4,640 (24.6%)
5,295 (20.9%)
7,605 (23.8%)
21-30 yrs.
4,141 (21.9%)
4,533 (17.9%)
4,281 (13.49/6)
> 30 yrs.
4,740 (25.2%)
6,989 (27.6%)
10,294 (32.2%)
Year -Round Units with
2,852 (15.1%)
1,111 (4.4%)
474 (1.5%)
Inadequate Plumbing Facilities
Source: State Data Center, N. C. Office of State Planning
As indicated in Table 12, single-family housing (including mobile homes) has grown
at a faster rate than multi -family housing since 1970, with multi -family (two or more units)
accounting for only about 15% of the 1990 year-round housing stock. In terms of
structural characteristics, the most significant change in Craven County housing since
1970 has been the rapid development of mobile homes, which accounted for almost 17%
of total year-round units in 1990. Mobile home development had a 190% growth rate
from 1970-1990 in Craven County. Continued mobile home development in the county's
planning jurisdiction will result in a number of planning and development issues during the
planning period, including development incompatibility issues and building code issues
regarding installation of new mobile homes and structural modifications to existing units.
' Table 12 indicates that the median age of housing has not changed significantly
in Craven County since 1970, except that there was a higher percentage of units aged
' 30 years and older in 1990 than in 1970 or 1980. This trend is the result of the aging of
the housing stock in the rural areas and urban neighborhoods of New Bern and Havelock.
Despite the fact that new construction has proceeded at a rapid pace in most of Craven
County's townships since 1970, almost 50% of the county's housing stock is over twenty
years old, and a third of the housing stock is over thirty years old.
Although the county's housing stock has not decreased in age as a result of new
construction since 1970, the condition of housing has improved in recent years. In
particular, condition of plumbing facilities is the primary indicator of substandard housing
in U.S. census data. In Craven County, the percentage of year-round housing units with
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inadequate plumbing facilities dropped from 15.1 % in 1970 to 1.5% in 1990, a clear
indication of the gradual reduction in the substandard housing units. Also, the percentage
of housing units tied to public water and sewer system has increased significantly since
'
1970, another indication of improvements in substandard living conditions.
Table 13
Number of Year -Round Housing Units Tied to Public Utilities
'
Craven County, 1970-1990
1970 (% of total) 1970 (% of total) 1990 (% of total)
Total Year -Round Housing Units 18,876 25,333 31,951
Water Supply
Public or Privately-. 9,918 (52.5%) 14,868 (58.7%) 26,087 (81.6%)
Owned Water System
Individual Well 8,594 (45.6%) 10,210 (40.3%) 5,835 (18.3%)
Other 351 (1.9%) 255 (1.0%) 29 (0.1 %)
,
Sewage Disposal
Public Sewer 9,057 (48.0%) 11,851 (46.8%) 17,751 (55.6%)
Septic Tank 7,852 (41.6%) 12,495 (49.3%) 13,737 (43.0%)
Other 1,954 (10.4%) 987 (3.9%) 473 (1.4%)
Source: State Data Center, N. C. Office of State Planning.
Based on the data in Table 13, Craven County has had tremendous success in
improving the sanitary living conditions of its populace since 1970. Over 80% of county
households are how tied into public or privately -maintained water supply systems, and the
percentage of households without septic tanks or public sewer service dropped from over
10% in 1970 to under 2% in 1990. The recent expansion of publicly -maintained water
and sewer systems will be discussed in detail in the public facilities section of this plan.
c) Substandard Housing
Although housing rehabilitation and redevelopment of residential areas is generally '
outlined in the CAMA land use planning regulations as a redevelopment issue, the
problem of substandard housing in the county planning jurisdiction has occupied
increasing attention on the part of the county administration through the 1990s, and it is
appropriate to offer some discussion of substandard housing in this section of the land
use plan.
Since 1979, Craven County has undertaken five CDBG housingprograms and two ,
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NCHFA weatherization programs in the James City, Harlowe, Dover, and Pembroke
communities. Approximately 250 dwelling units have been demolished or improved to
HUD Section 8 Existing Housing Standards through these programs. The county has
integrated these housing improvements with ongoing water and sewer expansion projects
in order to realize a cost-effective use of available funds, and to provide sanitary living
conditions for residents in these redeveloped areas.
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In 1992, the county conducted a county -wide housing needs assessment in
conjunction with applications for additional CDBG assistance and HOME (Home
' Investments Partnership Act) assistance. The worst concentrations of substandard
housing are in township #1 outside of the Vanceboro town limits, and in the Harlowe
community in township #5. Both of these areas display a high percentage of housing
units with structural, electrical, heating, and plumbing problems including failing septic
tanks and unsanitary water wells.
Other areas in the county planning jurisdiction with relatively high percentages of
substandard housing units include areas near Dover (township #3); Fort Barnwell (0);
Mile Road, S.R. 1643, 1478, 1644 near Vanceboro (#1); Cayton (#2); Pleasant Hill and
Rocky Run (#8); James City and Perrytown (#7); and Riverdale and Pine Grove (#6).
It is difficult to quantify the total number of units in the county that would be
classified as "substandard" according to HUD Section 8 guidelines. In 1980, a housing
study performed by the Neuse River COG enumerated 4,300 units, or 17% of the
county's year-round housing stock, with Section 8 deficiencies. Due to the aging of the
housing stock discussed previously, and in particular, as a result of the recent proliferation
of mobile home development, it is likely that the percentage of substandard units is still
around 15%. Assuming that the percentage of substandard units is identical in the
incorporated and unincorporated areas of the county, there are probably about 2,200
substandard housing units (units with Section 8 deficiencies) within the county's
jurisdiction. However, based on water, sewer, and general plumbing improvements made
since 1970, and tougher building code enforcement, many of the most severe
substandard conditions have been addressed in recent years. This is supported by 1990
census data, which indicated only 479 year-round housing units without complete
plumbing facilities, only 361 total housing units (including seasonal units) with incomplete
kitchen facilities, and 478 total housing units with inadequate sewage disposal systems.
4: SUMMARY - DEMOGRAPHICS AND HOUSING
The following provides a summary of the most significant demographic and
housing -related trends in Craven County during the last planning period:
-- Craven County has experienced the fastest population growth of any non -
oceanfront CAMA-regulated county since 1960.
-- 35% of Craven County's 1990 populace lived outside of the county in 1985.
-- 1990 was the first census year that Craven County's "urban" population
■ (Havelock, New Bern, and James City CDP) exceeded its "rural" population.
■ -- Craven County's fastest growing areas are Trent Woods, River Bend, and
unincorporated areas of township #2 (including Fairfield Harbor).
-- Several rural areas of the county, particularly townships #1 and #9,
displayed appreciable population growth from 1980-1990.
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-- The county's school age population is decreasing, while the elderly t
population and age 30-44 population is increasing.
-- The county's female population is increasing in relation to the male ,
population, and the black population is decreasing in relation to the white
population. ,
-- In Craven County, the impact of seasonal population (residing in seasonal
housing units, motels, marinas, and campgrounds) is minimal, and should '
not be considered a major issue in the county's planning jurisdiction.
-- Seasonal housing units comprised only 1 % of Craven County's 1990 I
housing stock.
-- The number of housing units in Craven County grew almost twice as fast
as the population from 1980-1990, and the average household size
decreased from 2.84 to 2.64 persons from 1980-1990.
-- Housing values are highest in township #2, and lowest in township #3. '
-- Overcrowded housing conditions are worst in township #5.
-- Craven County's housing stock is gradually aging,.with a higher percentage
of units aged 30 years and older in 1990 than in 1980. '
-- The overall condition of the county's housing stock has improved
significantly since 1970, particularly in terms of substandard plumbing and
water and sewer service.
-- Mobile home development has increased dramatically since 1970.
-- About 15% of the housing in the county's planning jurisdiction can be
considered substandard according to HUD Section 8 Existing Housing
Standards.
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C. ECONOMY
' 1. INTRODUCTION
' Craven County has maintained an extremely strong economy through the 1980s
and early 1990s. The backbone of the county's economic strength has been diversity.
Craven County has an economic base equaled by few other eastern North Carolina
' counties. The following provides a summary of those factors which have strengthened
the county's economy:
Strong military presence.
Fiscally sound local government.
-- Strong industrial recruitment efforts.
Stable retail trade sector.
Strong growth in tourist industry.
-- Strong growth in the service sector.
'
2. EMPLOYMENT AND INCOME
' In 1990, there was a total of 38,688 employed people in Craven County. Of that
total, 7,383, or 19% were employed by the military. This represented a significant
decrease from 1980 when 26.8% of the total labor force was employed by the military.
The strong military presence in Craven County through the years has served to support
unemployment rates which have consistently been low. Table 14 provides unemployment
rates for the civilian labor force for selected years.
Table 14
' Craven County Civilian Unemployment Rate
1982* 1985* 1990** October, 1992*
'
Civilian Labor Force
No. Employed
30,210
27,700
29,780
28,240
33,448
31,305
31,800
29,930
No. Unemployed
2,510
1,540
2,143
1,870
Craven County
8.3%
5.2%
6.4%
5.9%
Unemployment Rate
North Carolina
9.0%
5.4%
4.8%
5.0%
'
Unemployment Rate
Source: *N. C. Employment Security Commission.
**U. S. 1990 Census.
Throughout the 1980s, Craven County maintained an unemployment rate which
was consistently below the North Carolina rate of unemployment. In 1990, the county
rate had increased to 6.4%, 1.6% above the state rate of unemployment. If the 1990
military employment is factored in, the unemployment rate drops significantly to 5.5%.
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In October, 1992, the county's unemployment rate had improved to 5.9%. However, the ,
rate remained higher than the state's rate. Both Craven County and the state
unemployment rates were significantly lower than the national 1992 seasonally adjusted
rate of 7.4%.
There are a number of reasons for the rise in the county's unemployment rate.
The following summarizes those reasons:
-- As a result of the passage of the 1990 federal luxury tax, Hatteras Yachts '
reduced its work force by approximately 500.
-- Generally, troop strength at Cherry Point has decreased during the 1980s I
and early 1990s.
-- Overall military personnel reductions have led to decreased retail and I
service sector activity.
-- As in all areas of the state, construction activity has declined. '
-- In the 1990s, the commercial fishing industry was continuing to decline.
-- The 1990 Mid -East crisis had an extreme negative economic impact on ,
Craven County.
Craven County's civilian employment is heavily concentrated in the retail trade and '
service sectors. The largest single employment category is retail trade, which constitutes
19.3% of all those employed who are 16 years old and older. Manufacturing accounts '
for the second largest category with 17.7%. All service categories combined provide
employment for 29.2% of those employed who are 16 years old and older. Table 15
provides a summary of Craven County's employment by industry. Of the county's total '
1990 employed labor force, 26.9% were employed in some type of government job. The
significant retail and service sector employment reflects support for those employed in
government jobs. '
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Table 15
Craven County Employment by Industry
Employed Persons 16 Years and
Over - 1990
Total
Employment
Percent
Agriculture, forestry & fisheries
811
2.6%
Mining
49
0.2%
Construction
2,467
7.8%
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Manufacturing:
Nondurable goods
2,023
6.5%
Durable goods
3,506
11.2%
Transportation
1,159
3.7%
'
Communications & other public utilities
838
2.7%
Wholesale trade
826
2.6%
Retail trade
6,039
19.3%
Finance, insurance & real estate
1,439
4.6%
Services:
Business & repair services
1,184
3.8%
Personal services
1,197
3.8%
Entertainment & recreation
402
1.3%
Professional & related services:
Health services
2,587
8.3%
'
Educational services
2,108
6.7%
Other professional & related services
1,653
5.3%
'
Public administration
3,017
9.6%
31,305
100%
1
Source: 1990 U. S. Census.
The second largest single employment category is public administration. Of the
county's total 1990 employed labor force, 26.9% were employed in some type of
government job. The significant retail and service sector employment reflects support for
those employed in government jobs.
Industrial employment accounted for 5,529 jobs, or 14.3% of the total
civilian/military labor force. Employment in the industrial sector increased significantly
during the 1980s. In 1980, total industrial employment was 4,741. Thus, an increase of
788, or 16.6% occurred. However, industrial employment decreased slightly as a
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percentage of the total military/civilian labor force. In 1980, industrial employment had
constituted 14.7% of the total labor force.
Most of Craven County's labor force has succeeded in securing work locally. In
1990, the mean travel time to work was 17.7 minutes as compared to 19.8 minutes for
the state as a whole. Table 16 provides a summary of travel time to work.
Table 16
Travel Time to Work
Workers 16 Years and Over
Craven County, 1990
Number Percent
Did not work at home:
0-4 minutes
1,458
3.8%
5-9 minutes
6,097
16.0%
10-14 minutes
9,086
23.8%
15-19 minutes
7,465
19.6%
20-24 minutes
4,271
11.2%
25-29 minutes
1,606
4.2%
30-34 minutes
3,957
10.4%
35-39 minutes
552
1.5%
40-44 minutes
653
1.7%
45-59 minutes
1,410
3.7% .
60-89 minutes
822
2.2%
90 or more minutes
150
0.4%
Worked at home
589
1.5%
38,116
100%
Mean travel time to work
17.7 minutes
Source: 1990 U. S. Cnsus
Over 43% of the county's labor force traveled 14 minutes or less to work in 1990.
Only 25.6% of the population had to travel longer than 25 minutes to their place of
employment. The low travel times are indicative of strong employment opportunities
within the county.
Craven County's income production is steadily improving. Since 1979, the county's
number of people living below the poverty level has decreased significantly. table 17
provides a comparison of 1979 and 1989 poverty status for the county and North
Carolina.
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Table 17
Craven County and North Carolina Poverty Status
1979 and 1989
Craven County
North Carolina
1979
No. Percent
12,318 18.5%
1989
No. Percent
10,585
13.6%
-- 14.8% 829,858 13.0%
Source: 1990 U. S. Census.
In 1989, the county had only a slightly higher percentage of its population living in
poverty than did the state as a whole. Also, the county's total of persons below poverty
decreased by 1,733 persons, or 14%.
' Craven County continues to trail the state in overall income levels. In 1989, the
county's mean household income was $30,811, while that of the state was $33,242.
However, the county's mean household income had risen significantly since 1979 when
' it was $15,921.
Normally, per capita income is considered a better indicator of an area's income
' producing capability or strength. Table 18 provides a comparison of North Carolina and
Craven County per capita income.
Table 18
North Carolina, Craven County
Per Capita Income - 1979/1989
rCraven County's
• Craven County North Carolina % of N. C.
1979 6,354 7,104 89%
1989 11,619 12,885 90%
Source:
From 1979 to 1989, the gap between Craven County per capita income level and
' that of the state narrowed slightly. In addition, the county's per capita income increased
by $5,265, an increase of 82.8%.
' 3. EDUCATION
Craven County ranks ahead of the state as a whole in terms of secondary school
' educational attainment. Table 19 provides a summary of the 1990 state and county
educational attainment.
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Table 19
Craven County - North Carolina, 1990
Educational Attainment, 18 Years Old or Older
Craven County
North Carolina
Total
%
Total
%
'
Less than 9th grade
4,968
8.4%
539,974
12.7%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma
8,828
14.6%
737,773
17.4%
High school graduate
20,220
34.0%
1,232,868
29.0%
'
Some college, no degree
13,817
23.4%
713,713
16.8%
Associate degree
3,899
6.6%
290,117
6.8%
Bachelor's degree
5,585
9.4%
510,003
12.0%
Graduate or professional degree
2,097
3.6%
229,046
5.3%
Total
59,414
100%
4,253,494
100%
Source: 1990 U. S. Census.
Approximately 34% of the Craven County population 18 years old or older in 1990 '
had graduated from high school as compared to 29% for the state. Over 23% of those
over 18 years old had some college but no degree, while in the entire state only 16.8% '
had some college training but no degree. In college degree attainment, the county trailed
the state. In 1990, 19.6% of the county's population held college degrees. Within the
state as a whole, 24.1 % of the population held college degrees.
4. TOURISM
Tourism has historically been a strong contributor to the Craven County economy.
In particular, tourism contribution to the county's economy sharply increased during the
1980s. Table 20 provides a summary of Craven County tourism income from 1981 to
1992.
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Table 20
Craven County Tourism Income, 1981-1992
Year Expenditures
($1,000,000)
1981
21.99
1982
19.41
1983
26.10
1984
26.16
1985
29.21
1986
30.01
1987
40.00
1988
41.14
1989*
46.66
1990
42.62
1991
46.47
*Model Change.
Source: Department of Commerce, Division of Travel and Tourism.
Over the eight year period, 1981 to 1988, tourism income increased by over 87%.
Following 1988, the Division of Travel and Tourism changed the economic model which
it was utilizing to determine tourism income. Thus, it is difficult, if not impossible, to
compare 1989-1992 data with 1981-1988 data. However, it seems clear that tourism
continues to be a major factor in the county's economy.
5. COMMERCIAL FISHING
Through the 1980s, commercial fishing has contributed to the Craven County
economy. The county consistently ranked 14th to 16th in the state in annual total catch
in pounds. Both poundage and dockside value have fluctuated greatly from yearto year.
No discernible trend in the industry has been established. Table 21 provides a summary
of the commercial fishing activity from 1981 to 1991.
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Table 21
Craven County
Commercial Fishing Income, 1981-1991
Year
Pounds
Dockside
(Total Catch)
Dollar Value
1981
115,960
$ 33,127
'
1982
59,853
$101,171
1983
1984
485,140
558,570
$268,372
$204,978
'
1985
857,433
$342,586
1986
1987
688,710
457,640
$218,442
$163,260
1988
644,442
$209,919
1989
271,090
$123,679
1990
345,500
$121,045
,
1991
864,408
$325,093
Source: N. C. Division of Marine Fisheries
,
Value and poundage appeared to be declining in the late 1980s. However, 1991
had the largest catch recorded since 1985. Commercial fishing is expected to continue
at a modest level in Craven County. Water quality in the Neuse River and Pamlico
Sound will be a primary determinant of Craven County's commercial fishing production.
6. MANUFACTURING
Manufacturing is an increasingly important contributor to Craven County's
economy. Strong industrial recruitment efforts have resulted in the growth of industrial
job opportunities. Table 22 provides a summary of the industries located in Craven
County in 1992. Some of the industries are located outside of the county's planning
jurisdiction in municipalities or extraterritorial jurisdiction areas. While not within the
county's planning jurisdiction, the industries do contribute to the county's tax base and
jobs inventory.
Table 22
1991 Craven County Industries
Industry
Product
Employees
'
Anderson, Gerald Logging Co.,
Logs & pulpwood
10-19
Inc.
Frit Industries
Rail car repair
20-49
Georgia-Pacific Corporation
Veneer
50-99
,
Phillips Plating Company
Electroplating
50-99
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Industry
Warmack Lumber Co., Inc.
World Wood Corporation
House of Ronnie, Inc.
R. A. Precision, Inc.
American Brands, Inc.
Amital Spinning Corporation
Atlantic Ice Company
Barboor Boat Works
R. E. Bengel Sheet Metal
Works Co.
W. S. Clark and Sons, Inc.
Coastal Upholstering
Enterprises
Cold Metal Products Co., Inc.
Custom Marine Fabrication
Owen G. Dunn
Federal Paper Board Co., Inc.
Freedom Newspapers, Inc.
W. J. Gaskins & Sons, Inc.
Germac Industries, Inc.
Hudson Garment Co.
Mack Trucks
Maola Milk and Ice Cream Co.,
'
Inc.
Martin Marietta Corp.
Matthews Boat & Cabinet Shop
Metts Garment Co.
'
Monte Printing
New Bern Garment Co., Inc.
Product
Lumber
Kiln drying of lumber .
Knit shirts
High tech mechanical
components
Plumbing products
Acrylic yarn
Ice
Construction, boats & ships
Sheet metal fabrication
Fertilizer
Canvas goods
Steel strip process
Marine steel. fabrication
Printing
Pulpwood
Printing daily newspaper
Pulpwood and logs
Yachts
Contract sewing
Remanufacture diesel
engine parts
Milk products
Crushed stone
Boats and cabinets
Children's sportswear
Commercial printer
Knits and sportswear
Rw-�
Employees
10-19
50-99
20-49
100-249
250-499
100-249
5-9
50-99
10-19
5-9
1-4
10-19
10-19
10-19
1-4
50-99
10-19
500-999
50-99
50-99
250-499
20-49
1-4
50-99
5-9
50-99

Industry
S. B. Parker Co.
Robert Bosch GMBH
Royster Co.
Tarmac America, Inc.
Tredegar Industries
Urethane Innovators, Inc.
Weyerhauser Co.
Parker Hannfin Corp.
Product
Employees
Sheet metal job shop
5-9
Electric tools
500-999
Mixed fertilizers
50-99
Concrete block
50-99
Polyethylene film
50-99
Polyethylene rollers
1-4
Bleached kraft pulp
500-999
Windshield wiper blades
100-249
Source: 1992-1993 Directory of North Carolina Manufacturing Firms.
Diversity is the strength of Craven County's industrial base. This diversity has
helped Craven County maintain strong economic growth during the late 1980s and early
1990s. As industrial recruitment efforts continue, the county's industrial base is expected
to expand. The county is pro -business and very supportive of industrial development.
7. MARINE CORPS AIR STATION CHERRY POINT
The Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point generates the largest single economic
impact in Craven County. The total projected 1993 economic impact, based on direct
expenditures, is $617,299,000. The following accounts for the total impact.
Salaries:
Military
Civilian
Contracting and Purchasing
Construction and Repair
Electricity
Official Travel
Training
Federal School Impact Funds:
Craven County
Carteret County
Jones County
Pamlico County
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$229,331,500
$192,896,700
$133,189,800
$ 29,000,000
$ 13,467,600
$ 4,100,000
$ 2,897,800
$ 1,900,000
$ 245,500
$ 6,000
$ 4,500

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Civilian Health and Medical:
Civilian Health and Medical Program of the
Uniformed Services (CHAMPUS)
Supplemental Care Payments
Combined Federal Campaign
Navy Relief
TOTAL
$ 9,072,200
$ 287,700
$ 350,000
$ 549,700
$617,299,000
The air station's largest contribution to the local economy is from wages paid to
' its civilian and military personnel. In fiscal year 1991, the gross pay for military personnel
and civilian employees was approximately $422 million.
' Cherry Point's impact is expected to increase in 1993 when the Alfred A.
Cunningham Air Museum opens in the Havelock/Cherry Point community. The museum
will commemorate Marine aviation history. The projected economic impact to eastern
North Carolina during the first year of operation is $135 million. Approximately 500,000
visitors are expected annually.
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8. AGRICULTURE
During the 1980's, Craven County did not rank in the top ten North Carolina
counties in crop production in any category. However, agriculture is an extremely
important part of Craven County's economy. From 1985 to 1987, the county's crop
production income showed a substantial increase rising from an annual total of
$22,514,537 to $35,475,275. Corn, soybeans, and greenhouse/nursery commodities all
showed significant gains. However, farm forestry income accounted for $8,606,568, or
66%, of the increase. Farm forestry income dropped slightly from 1987 to 1988 but has
remained constant through 1991. Overall crop income has shown steady increases from
1988 to 1991, increasing by 30%.
The largest 1991 income producing commodities other than farm forestry were:
(1) tobacco, (2) peanuts, (3) corn, and (4) soybeans. Table 23 provides a summary of
Craven County farm income from 1985 to 1991.
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Table 23
Craven County Farm Income
1985-1991
COMMODITY
1985
1986
1987
1988
1989
1990
1991
Tobacco Flue Cured
$12,601,855
$11,504,065
$12,986,203
$14,106,351
$16,031,643
$18,418,925
$17,029,009
Cotton
0*
0*
0*
0*
0*
1,687,972
5,974,590
Peanuts
34,363
0*
0*
0*
0*
0*
0*
Corn
2.485,035
3,921,960
3,296,132
3,072,688
3,670,810
3,417,414
3,589,326
Soybeans
1,548,424
3,637,500
3,777,816
3,496,666
3,953,730
3,442,152
3,475,920
Other Grain
276,545
259,799
346,444
486,737
1,055,886
539,998
393,532
Potatoes
13,400
39,925
131,820
- 0
246,500
203,500
15,200
Fruits & Vegetables
299,070
331,815
561,252
257,097
997,575
1,105,684
1,237,977
Greenhouse & Nursery
287,000
670,000
800,000
821,000
160,000
625,000
615,000
Hay & Other Crops
5,200
5,200
5,394
0
124,740
94,500
113,400
Farm Forestry
4,963,645
4,721,846
13,570,213
12,284,106
12,284,106*
12,284,106*
12,285,106*
Total Crop Income
$22,514,537
$25,092,110
$35,475,275
$34,524,645
$38,524,990
$41,819,251
$44,729,060
Hogs
$8,045,340
$12,502,912
$12,860,016
$8,446,979
$9,042,383
$12,027,530
$9,902,812
ra
i Cattle
312,116
338,107
465,370
500,028
500,028
528,450
528,450
Milk
433,620
371,437
271,950
269,560
269,560
0*'
0"
Poultry & Eggs
1,761,735
1,664,137
1,394,546
1,430,825
1,430,825
0**
0**
Total Livestock
$10,552,811
$14,876,593
$14,991,882
$10,647,392
$11,242,796
$12,555,980
$10,431,262
Total Farm Income
$33,067,348
$39,968,703
$50,467,157
$45,172,037
$49,767,786
$54,375,231
$55,160,322
Government Payments
422,472
1,199,098
2,228,664
989,169
1,198,566
1,201,050
316,774
Total Farm Income & Govt. Payments
$33,489,820
$41,167,801
$52,695,821
$46,161,206
$50,966,352
$55,576,281
$55,477,096
Source: N. C. Cooperative Extension Service
* Based on County Extension Agent estimate, no apparent significant change occurred.
*' Counties may not show sales to avoid individual disclosures.
= = = = = = = = = = = = = M = M

While significantly trailing crop income, livestock income production has made a
substantial contribution to the county's economy. Annual production has fluctuated from
1985 to 1991, ranging from a low of $10,431,262 in 1991 to a high of $14,991,882 in
1987. Generally, livestock production annually accounts for approximately 20% to 30%
of the county's total farm income. By far the most important livestock commodity is hogs.
' Normally, hog production accounts for over 80% of the county's total annual livestock
income production.
From 1985 to 1991, total farm income, exclusive of government payments, rose
by 66% from $33,489,820 to $55,477,096. While many areas of the county are
developing, the county is expected to continue to be predominantly rural in terms of
overall land use throughout the 1990s. Farm income should continue to be a significant
contribution to the county's economy.
' 9. COMMERCIAL FORESTRY
Commercial or non -farm forestry production is increasingly important to the Craven
County economy. Table 24 provides a summary of the growth in commercial forestry
income from 1985 to 1991.
' Table 24
Non-farm/Commercial Forest Income Production
1985 to 1991
' 1985 1986 1987 1988 1989 . 1990 1991
3,309,097 3,147,898 7,615,396 4,526,152 5,263,605 5,263,605 5,263,605
' Source: N. C. Cooperative Extension Service
While the annual income has fluctuated from year to year, commercial forestry
income increased by 59 from 1986 to 1991. Forestry production is for both pulpwood
and lumber. Because of the county's vast forest areas and substantial areas that are not
suitable for development as agriculture, commercial forestry is expected to continue to
be an important income producer.
10. CRAVEN COUNTY FINANCIAL CONDITION
Craven County Y is fiscal) sound and well managed. The stability of the county's
government helps maintain an environment which is conducive to economic growth. In
' addition, local government revenues, primarily from property taxes are an indicator of
economic growth. The county's 1985 total assessed tax value was $1,113,183,054. The
tax rate was $0.80 per $100 of assessed value. In 1992, the assessed tax value had
risen to $2,514,229,128, an increase of 126%. The 1992 tax rate was $0.6569 per $100
of assessed value.

In the fall of 1992, the county applied for a bond rating for the purpose of issuing
bonds for the construction of school facilities. Craven County received an Al rating from
Moody. This extremely high rating is a further indicator of the stability of the county's
government.
11. SUMMARY - ECONOMY
The following provides a summary of the most significant economic trends in
Craven County during the last five years:
-- Craven County has a diverse, stable, and expanding economy.
-- The Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station is the single most important
contributor to the county's economy.
-- In 1990, 19% of the county's employed work force was employed by the
military.
Retail trade constitutes the county's largest single employment category.
-- From 1979 to 1989, the percentage of the county's people living in poverty
decreased by 14%.
-- During the 1980's, both the county's mean household income and per
capita income rose significantly.
-- Tourism is an increasingly significant contributor to Craven County's
economy.
-- Successful Craven County industrial recruitment efforts have resulted in an
increase in the county's industrial firms and jobs during the 1980's.
-- Farm production is expected to continue to be a substantial contributor to
the county's economy.
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ID. EXISTING LAND USE
' 1. INTRODUCTION
The majority of Craven County's total land area of 502,300 acres is forested.
' Much of the forestland is unsuited for either development or crop production. However,
there has been a steady conversion of forestland to crop production and development.
Craven County's primary urban areas are located in township #8, which includes the
municipalities of New Bern/Trent Woods/River Bend, and township #6, which includes the
Town of Havelock and the Cherry Point Marine Air Corps Station. The U.S. 70 corridor
in township #7 between New Bern and Havelock is the third most urbanized area. These
' general land use patterns have existed in the county for the past thirty years. The
general existing land use patterns are shown on Map 2, Existing Land Use.
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There are no reliable land use acreage data available for Craven County. The
1988 land use plan relied on 1981 acreage information provided by the 1981 publication
Profile of North Carolina Counties. Table 25 provides a comparison of the 1981 data with
1989 figures obtained from the U.S. Soil Conservation Service and estimates provided
by Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Table 25
Major Land Uses in Craven County, 1981 and 1989
Category
1981
% of
1989
% of
% of
Acres
Total
Acres
Total
Change
Land*
459,900
91.6
459,900
91.6
0
- Farms
76,700
15.3
72,000
14.3
-6.1%
- Urban & Built-up*
6,600
1.3
14,170
2.8
+114.7%
- Forestland
287,100
57.2
284,230
56.6
-1.0%
Water
42,400
8.4
42,400
8.4
Total
502,300
502,300
Sources: 1981 data - 1988 Craven County Land Use Plan.
1989 Farms data - U. S. Soil Conservation Service.
Remaining 1989 data - Estimates, Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
*Includes incorporated areas.
During the 1980s, it appears that urban and built-up areas within the county more
than doubled in size. Most of this growth occurred in townships #7 and #8.
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LEGEND
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THE PREPARATION OF THIS MAP WAS FINANCED IN PART +•r '''n" ���b
THROUGH A GRANT PROVIDED BY THE NORTH CAROLINA {
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PROVIDED BY THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT OF % /'GP����'�� CRAVEN COUNTY
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2 3 4MLE5. North Carolina
EXISTING LAND USE MAP
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2. RESIDENTIAL LAND USE
Since 1987, substantial residential development has occurred. Map 3 provides the
location of all major subdivisions which were approved by the county from 1987 to 1992.
During that period, a total of 141 subdivisions including 2,074 residential lots were
' approved for development. Appendix I provides the name, location, number of lots, and
date of approval for each subdivision. These subdivisions ranged in size from one lot to
205 lots. .
1
The greatest concentration of new residential subdivisions was in township #7
where 36 residential subdivisions containing a total of 520 lots were approved. Thus,
during the five-year period 1988 to 1992, 25% of the lots approved for subdivision were
located in township V. Many of the developments were situated on or near the Trent
and Neuse Rivers. Secondary concentrations occurred in the Fairfield Harbor and Club
Fort Creek areas where 339 and 176 residential lots, respectively, were approved for
subdivision from 1988 to 1992. These three areas contain almost one-half, 49.9%, of the
residential lots approved for development from 1988 to 1992.
The large number of lots approved for subdivision greatly exceeded the demand
for residential construction. It is believed that many developers sought subdivision
approval prior to the increased enforcement of state and federal land use related
regulations, such as the 404 wetlands legislation. This high rate of submittals for
subdivision approval is expected to continue, at least throughout the early 1990s.
Craven County does not have, a county -wide zoning ordinance to regulate the
location of land uses. There is a zoning ordinance affecting an area east of the Cherry
Point Marine Corps Air Station. However, its principal purpose is sound attenuation and
not land use control. Because of the lack of land use regulation, many residential areas
are intermixed with non-residential land uses. The potential for conflicting land uses is
great. The county is vigorously developing a county -wide water system. Because of poor
soil conditions, both residential and non-residential land uses will increasingly locate in
areas which have water service. Thus, problems resulting from conflicting land uses may
be expected to increase.
' Much of the residential development in the western portion of township #7 is near
the Craven County Regional Airport. As the airport's usage increases, especially by jet
aircraft, conflicts with residential development will occur. In 1992, the county was
R
considering adoption of an airport -related zoning ordinance to regulate land use, height,
and type of construction within the vicinity of the airport.
Multi -family residential land use is significant. As cited in the housing section, in
1990 there were 4,638 multi -family units located in the county. It is estimated that these
units occupied approximately 310 acres. Most of the multi -family units are located in
townships #7 and #8. However, without zoning, it is difficult to track or control the
locations of multi -family units.
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THE PREPARATION OF THIS MAP WAS FINANCED IN PART
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1972. AS AMENDED, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED BY THE
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1
Mobile homes are also an important residential land use. The county enforces a
mobile home park ordinance which controls the design and construction of mobile home
parks but does not regulate location. It is estimated that in 1992 there were
approximately 63 mobile home parks in the county containing approximately 6,780 mobile
homes. Most of the mobile home parks are located in townships #6, #7 and #8.
3. COMMERCIAL LAND USES
The majority of the county's commercial land uses continue to be located within
New Bern and Havelock or their extraterritorial jurisdiction areas. However, during the
1980s and early 1990s, especially 1988-1992, substantial commercial development has
occurred along U.S. 70 between New Bern and Havelock. Most of this development has
between strip commercialization occurring in a narrow corridor along the highway. A
second major area of commercial development has been along U.S. 17 south of New
Bern. This development has also been strip -type developing tying in a narrow corridor
along the highway and stretching several miles south of New Bern.
As in most rural counties, there are small variety and grocery stores scattered
throughout the county at crossroads and along both major highways and secondary
roads. These scattered commercial uses have normally not been a problem and provide
retail services to a scattered rural population. However, it is expected that the number
of these scattered retail stores will decrease as urbanization continues in townships #6,
#7 and #8 and the southeastern area of township #2.
4. INDUSTRIAL LAND USE
The principal industrial land use in Craven County is the Craven County Industrial
Park which is located adjacent to the U.S. 70/S.R. 1225 interchange. The park was
constructed in 1980 and contains 519 acres and 27 parcels. A total of ten parcels have
been developed, leaving 17 for future industrial usage. Excellent utilities are provided to
the park. Water service is furnished by a 16-inch line. There are two elevated water
storage tanks; one with 200,000 gallon capacity and a second with 250,000 gallon
capacity. Sewer service is provided by 8-inch lines. The county contracts with the City
of New Bern to provide sewer treatment. The contract provides for a 100,000 gallon per
day park capacity. Currently there is a 40,000 gallon surplus capacity available to the
park. The county has the option to negotiate additional sewer capacity if needed. In
1992, the city had a 500,000 gallon per day excess capacity. Electric service is provided
by 23,000 kilowatt underground service. As industrial growth continues, the county will
need to expand the Craven County Industrial Park or pursue development of an additional
park(s).
Craven County owns a second 80-acre industrial park, which is located within
Havelock. In 1992, one site had been sold, leaving 76 acres for development.
The largest single industrial land use in Craven County is the Weyerhauser
Company plant located on N.C. 43 at the Neuse River in the southeastern area of
township 1. The plant produces bleached kraft pulp. As a result of the plant's production,
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there is tremendous logging truck traffic throughout the county, especially on N.C. 43.
The Weyerhauser plant is situated in an isolated location. The company has been a
"good neighbor" and an extremely important part of the county's industrial base.
The county's remaining industrial uses are primarily located in New Bern,
Havelock, and Vanceboro. The lack of a county sewer system will be a hindrance to
major industrial development outside of urbanized areas or the Craven County Industrial
Park. In addition, poor soil conditions will restrict the choices available for the location
of new industries in the county. '
5. INSTITUTIONAL LAND USES
Institutional land uses normally include government land uses, churches, ,
cemeteries, civic uses, clubs, and health services. Most of the major institutional land
uses in Craven County are located within the municipalities and their extraterritorial areas.
Within the county, the major institutional land use is the Croatan National Forest which
contains 157,000 acres. The forest contains approximately 40 miles of streams and
4,300 acres of undeveloped lakes. The county does not own any significant recreational
sites or parks. There are 21 school sites scattered throughout the county. The school
locations are provided on Map 4.
6. TRANSPORTATION ,
The draft of the 1992 Craven County Thoroughfare Plan prepared by the North
Carolina Department of Transportation Statewide Planning Branch provides the following
description of the Craven County transportation system.
"Craven County is crossed by two major US routes. U.S. 70 is an east -west
route which passes through Havelock and New Bern on its way from the
Piedmont Region to the Atlantic Ocean. U.S. 17 is the only major north -south ,
route in Craven County. It enters Craven County south of New Bern, travels
north by northwest, and exits into Beaufort County after passing through
Vanceboro. Other significant highways in Craven County are N.C. 43, N.C. 55,
N.C. 101, N.C. 118, and N.C. 306. A small section of N.C. 41 is also located
in Craven County where N.C. 41 terminates at U.S. 70.
The county is also served by a major railroad, Norfolk Southern Corporation. '
Also of interest is the Camp Lejeune Railroad, a federally owned railroad
connection between Cherry Point Marine Air Station and Camp Lejeune, North
Carolina. No civilian transportation is served by these railroads.
Commercial air. service for the county is presently provided by Craven County
Regional Airport. This facility has seen steady growth since the mid-1980s.
This trend is expected to continue due to the population growth and stimulated
economy. Also located in Craven County is Cherry Point Marine Air Station.
It is located northeast of Havelock and is the largest air station of the United
States Marine Corps."
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17. BEN D. QUINN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
18. VANCEBORO-FARM LIFE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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Several transportation -related issues face the county. Traffic congestion is
increasing on U.S. 17 in the vicinity of New Bern and on the U.S.70 corridor east of New
Bern to Havelock. A major issue confronting the county is replacement of the U.S. 17
bridge crossing the Neuse River. Aircraft operations at both the Cherry Point Marine
Corps Air Station and the Craven County Regional Airport have some adverse effects on
nearby land uses, especially residential land use. The county views both the military and
civilian airports as essential assets and has worked to impose land use controls designed
to minimize conflicts between the airports and adjacent land uses.
7. EXISTING ORDINANCES AND LAND USE CONTROLS
Craven County has maintained a "conservative" approach to land use planning and
regulations. The county supports planning through a full-time planning staff and active
planning board. However, minimal regulatory controls have been adopted. When
possible, the county relies on state and federal regulations to guide development.
County -wide land use related zoning and a minimum housing code have not been
adopted. The local controls which are in place are managed by the Board of
Commissioners with the advice of the planning board and county planning staff.
The following provides a summary of the county's land use related codes and
ordinances.
1988 Craven County CAMA Land Use Plan
The 1988 Craven County Land Use Plan was prepared to satisfy the CAMA
planning requirements set forth in 15A NCAC 7B. The plan established policies
addressing the areas of resource protection, resource production and management,
economic and community development, public participation, and storm hazard mitigation.
The 1988 policies are summarized in the "Establishment of Information Base" section of
this plan. The policies are supportive of the 15A NCAC 7H minimum use standards and
do not exceed the state's minimum requirement. In addition to the establishment of
policies, the 1988 plan assessed existing land use related issues and forecast trends
through a ten-year planning period.
Craven County Subdivision Ordinance
In 1989, the Craven County Board of Commissioners adopted an updated
subdivision ordinance to replace the ordinance adopted in 1982. The following defines
the purpose of the ordinance:
"The purpose of this ordinance is to establish procedures and
standards for the development and subdivision of land within the
territorial jurisdiction of the County of Craven; to provide for the orderly
growth and development of Craven County; for the coordination of
streets and highways within proposed subdivisions with existing or
planned streets and highways and with other public facilities; for the
dedication or reservation of recreation areas serving residents of the
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immediate neighborhood within the subdivision and of rights -of -way or
easements for street and utility purposes; and for the distribution of
population and traffic in a manner that will avoid congestion and I
overcrowding and will create conditions essential to public health,
safety, and the general welfare. This ordinance is designed to further
facilitate adequate provision of water, sewerage, parks, schools, and
playgrounds, and also to facilitate the further subdivision of larger
tracts into smaller parcels of land."
Mobile Home Parks Ordinance ,
In 1978, the Craven County Board of Commissioners adopted a mobile home
parks ordinance. The purpose of the ordinance is to regulate and control the design and
minimum standards of any new planned mobile home park in order to promote the health,
safety, and general welfare of the inhabitants of the county. A developer is required to
submit a plat prepared by a registered surveyor which meets minimum design standards
defined by the ordinance. The mobile home park ordinance needs to be updated to be
consistent with current state statutes and responsive to existing development issues. A
revised ordinance was drafted in 1990 but was not adopted.
Marine Corps Air Station Zoning Ordinance
In 1989, the Craven County Board of Commissioners adopted the Marine Corps
Air Station Zoning Ordinance. The ordinance's area of control is limited to an area east i
of the air station which is impacted by noise from aircraft operating out of the air station.
Sound attenuation is the primary purpose of the ordinance. Construction standards are
established to require that soundproofing measures be incorporated into new construction
within the area regulated by the ordinance.
N.C. State Building Code ,
Chapter 4 of the Craven County Code provides regulatory authority for
enforcement of the state building codes. The chapter is adopted pursuant to authority
granted by Chapter 703 and N.C.G.S. Section 153A-134.
Specifically, the chapter provides for the following:
-- The location, design, materials, equipment, construction, reconstruction, ,
alteration, repair, maintenance, moving, demolition, removal, use, and
occupancy of every building or structure or any appurtenances connected
or attached to such building or structure;
-- The installation, erection, alteration, repair, use and maintenance of
plumbing systems consisting of house sewers, building drains, waste and '
vent systems, hot and cold water supply systems, and all fixtures and
appurtenances thereof;
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t-- The installation, erection, alteration, repair, use and maintenance of
mechanical systems consisting of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, and
refrigeration systems, fuel burning equipment, and appurtenances thereof;
-- The installation, erection, alteration, repair, use and maintenance of
electrical systems and appurtenances thereof;
-- The installation of insulation;
-- The construction of fences;
' -- The location and use of satellite receiving dishes;
-- The numbering of houses.
Chapter 10 specifically adopts the following North Carolina State Codes: building,
plumbing, heating and electrical. Inspection fees are established.
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance
In 1987, Craven County adopted the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The
ordinance has the following purpose and objectives:
rPurpose
"It is the purpose of this chapter to promote the public health,
safety and general welfare and to minimize public and ;)rivate
losses due to flood conditions in specific areas by provisions
designed to:
(1) Restrict or prohibit uses which are dangerous to health,
safety and property due to water or erosion hazards, or
which result in damaging increases in erosion or in
flood heights or velocities;
(2) Require that uses vulnerable to floods, including
facilities which serve such uses, be protected against
1 flood damage at the time of initial construction;
(3) Control the alteration of natural floodplains, stream
channels, and natural protective barriers which are
involved in the accommodation of flood waters;
(4) Control filling, grading, .dredging, and other
development which may increase erosion or flood
Idamage; and,
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(5) Prevent or regulate the construction of flood barriers '
which will unnaturally divert flood waters or which may
increase flood hazards to other lands.
Objectives
The objectives of this chapter are: ,
(1) To protect human life and health; '
(2) To minimize expenditure of public money for costly
flood control projects; ,
(3) To minimize the need for rescue and relief efforts
associated with flooding and generally undertaken at
the expense of the general public;
(4) To minimize prolonged business interruptions;
(5) , To minimize damage to public facilities and utilities
such as water and gas mains, electric, telephone and ,
sewer lines, streets and bridges located in floodplains;
(6) To help maintain a stable tax base by providing for the
sound use and development of flood prone areas in
such a manner as to minimize flood blight areas; and,
(7) To ensure that potential home buyers are notified that
property is in a flood area."
The county building inspector is designated as the administrator and penalties for
violation of the regulations are established. The FEMA flood insurance program is in
effect throughout the county.
Hurricane Evacuation, Hazard Mitigation, and Post -Disaster Reconstruction Plan, I
1984
This document was prepared with funding from the North Carolina Division of '
Coastal Management. The purpose of the study was to assess the risk factors affecting
the county in the event of a hurricane or other major storm. Policies designed to lessen
the damaging effects of such a storm were adopted. Evacuation and rebuilding t
procedures are included.
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Septic Tank Regulations
' The county's septic tank regulations are administrated by the County Health
Department.
Craven County Recreation Plan
In 1982, a county -wide recreation plan was prepared and adopted. The plan was
updated in 1987 concurrent with the preparation of the 1988 land use plan.
Recommendations for county -wide recreation programs and facilities needs are provided.
1987 Craven County Estuarine Shoreline and Beach Access Plan
In 1987, the Craven County Board of Commissioners adopted a shoreline and
beach access plan. The document defines shoreline access needs based on
recommended state standards. As of 1992, the plan's recommendations had not been
implemented.
Minor CAMA Development Permits
tNo construction shall be permitted which requires a Minor Development Permit in
accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 113A-118 until the county has issued
a Minor Development Permit in accordance with the provisions of Article 7 or Chapter
113A of the North Carolina General Statutes, and the rules and regulations promulgated
thereunder. The county's building inspector issues minor permits.
N.C.G.S. 113A-118 defines a "minor development" (minor permit required) as any
development other than a "major development" (major permit required). A "major
development" is defined as follows:
"A major development is any development which requires
permission, licensing, approval, certification or authorization
in any form from the Environmental Management
Commission, the Department of Human Resources, the State
Department of Economic and Community Development, the
State Department of Administration, the North Carolina Mining
Commission, the North Carolina Pesticides Board, the North
' Carolina Sedimentation Control Board, or any federal agency
or authority; or which occupies a land or water area in excess
of 20 acres; or which contemplates drilling for or excavating
natural resources on land or under water; or which occupies
on a single parcel a structure or structures in excess of a
ground area of 60,000 square feet."
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Water and Sewer Policies
Craven County aggressively pursues the policy that central water service should
be provided to all areas of the county as funds become available. Central sewer service
is normally not available outside of the municipal service areas. However, the county
encourages developers to construct small individual systems which may eventually be tied
together.
Water and sewer districts are established by the county code. Those districts
provide operational authority for the provision of both water and sewer service. Each
district operates independent of Craven County management.
Transportation Improvement Proqram 1993-1999
The N.C. Department of Transportation prepares and annually updates a 10-year
schedule of highway and road improvements. The program includes major improvements
which will have an impact on Craven County. Most notable of the improvements are a
new bridge crossing the Neuse River at New Bern and a new route for U.S. 17 which will
bypass New Bern.
8. EFFECTIVENESS OF THE 1988 LAND USE PLAN AND POLICIES
The policies included in the 1988 land use plan supported enforcement of the 15A
NCAC 7H minimum use standards. However, most of the policies were generally worded
and not specifically linked to the state's minimum use standards.
From 1988 to 1992, questions frequently arose concerning the county's position
on the followina issues:
-- Marina permitting and construction.
-- 404 wetlands regulation.
-- Minimum housing code enforcement.
-- Mobile home park regulation.
-- County -wide zoning.
-- Planned unit development construction.
The 1988 plan has effectively supported the state's minimum use standards.
During the preparation of this update, the county endeavored to specifically address the
issues cited above and to clearly link the policy statements to the appropriate regulatory
authority.
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E. LAND AND WATER USE COMPATIBILITY ANALYSIS
1. GENERAL DISCUSSION
Craven County is experiencing some significant land use compatibility problems.
These problems have intensified during the past five years and are expected to continue
to be issues throughout the planning period. This section will discuss only the land use -
related issues. Craven County's water resources are discussed in detail in the
development constraints chapter of the plan. The following summarizes the major land
use compatibility issues in Craven County:
• Most of the developed and developing areas within Craven County are not
served by a central sewer system.
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Much of the. county's residential development is occurring along the Trent
and Neuse Rivers, in or near estuarine shoreline areas.
• Strip commercialization is occurring along U. S. 70 between Havelock and
New Bern.
• "404" wetlands areas and associated federal regulations present obstacles
to development and both agricultural and forestry land uses.
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There is increasing pressure for marina development, especially in the New
Bern area.
• Growth and development have resulted in heavy burdens on the county's
road system. There is a critical need for new high-rise Neuse River and
Trent River bridges at New Bern, and a New Bern by-pass for U. S. 17.
• Compatibility problems between the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station
and the Craven County Regional Airport with adjacent land uses have
increased during the 1980s. Both facilities are significant county assets.
While the impacts on adjacent development for aircraft operations should
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be minimized to the extent possible, the long-range operational viability of
both facilities must be preserved.
• Except for the Marine Corns Air Station Zoning Ordinance, county -wide or
spot zoning has not been adopted to regulate development.
• Soil limitations throughout much of the county present severe obstacles to
development.
' While Craven County has actively supported housing improvement
programs, a significant amount of substandard housing continues to exist.
The county has not had a minimum housing code to aid in the elimination
of substandard housing conditions.
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2. UNPLANNED DEVELOPMENT
As indicated in the existing land use analysis, 2,074 residential lots were approved
for subdivision from 1987 to 1992. While all were approved under regulation of the
county's subdivision ordinance, there were no controls in place to regulate density or
location. Craven County is making substantial investments in infrastructure systems, in
particular water and sewer service. As growth continues, regulations should be in place
to aid in preventing "overloads" on infrastructure systems.
A second significant unplanned development problem exists along U. S. 70
between New- Bern and Havelock. During the 1980s, commercial development has
accelerated in this corridor. Continued growth may be expected during the planning
period. Without regulation, the U. S. 70 corridor may become one continuous strip of
development, thereby greatly increasing traffic congestion on the county's primary east -
west traffic artery. A specific development plan should be developed in close coordination
with the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
Significant problems resulting from unplanned industrial development are not
anticipated. The county has an aggressive and effective industrial recruitment program.
Industrial growth/development has been encouraged to locate in industrial parks or in
other scattered sites having access to central water and/or sewer services. Through
1992, there were no significant land use compatibility problems between industrial and
non -industrial land uses.
Some problems resulting from unplanned development will continue to exist
between the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station and the Craven County Regional
Airport with adjacent land uses. The adoption in 1989 of the Marine Corps Air Station
Zoning Ordinance has greatly reduced the potential for problems resulting from unplanned
development. In 1993, the county was considering the adoption of a Craven County
Regional Airport Zoning Ordinance which would aid in regulating development in the
vicinity of the airport and reduce problems resulting from unplanned development.
The 1988 land use plan cited the following unplanned development problem:
"... another problem is that since more development is taking place near already developed
areas in Townships 6, 7, and 8 (i.e., New Bern, River Bend, and Trent Woods), it is
becoming more and more difficult to distinguish which governmental jurisdiction actually
has the land development "problem." For example, land uses on U. S. Highway 17 south
near New Bern could conceivably be within close proximity to the fringe areas of both
Trent Woods and River Bend. With development, especially new residential development,
taking place in the south Highway 17 area, it will become more crucial than ever for all four
jurisdictions to work cooperatively in order to assure well managed and orderly growth.
Thus, the question of appropriate regulatory jurisdiction has itself emerged as a problem
from unplanned developments."
This issue continues to exist. Intergovernmental cooperation and planning will
become an even greater need during the 1990s.
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' 3. CHANGES IN PREDOMINANT LAND USES
' During the last five years, the greatest changes in land use have been residential
subdivision development and commercial development between New Bern and Havelock.
However, it should be noted that many of the subdivisions which were approved for
development have not experienced any significant residential construction. This pattern
of development is expected to continue throughout the planning period.
' Transportation improvements, discussed in detail in the public facilities needs
section of this plan, could stimulate significant land use changes during the planning
period. The two most significant improvements will be the construction of a U. S. 17
' bypass west of New Bern, and a new Neuse River bridge.
An increase in the area provided central sewer service will stimulate land use
changes. Areas not suitable for development because of soil limitations will become
candidates for development. This will serve to disperse development away from the
traditional areas in Townships #6, #7, and #8. However, sewer service area expansion
' is expected to occur gradually during the planning period.
4. SUMMARY
intended to highlight the land use issues and problems being
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' experienced by Craven County. It is emphasized that this is only a summary. The plan
must be read in its entirety to fully appreciate the complexity of the issues confronting
Craven County. The policies included in this plan must address the following:
• Development of "404" wetland areas.
'0 Expansion of central water and sewer service areas.
• Increasing traffic congestion, in particular along the U. S. 70 corridor.
' Continued support of economic/industrial development.
' County -wide or spot zoning.
• Development of a regional solid waste disposal facility. (Refer to
' Development Constraints: Public Facilities, Solid Waste Disposal.)
• Support of the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station and the Craven
County Regional Airport.
• Intergovernmental cooperation, coordination, and planning.

F. DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS: LAND SUITABILITY I
1. TOPOGRAPHY/GEOLOGY AND GROUNDWATER RESOURCES
The Neuse and Trent Rivers drain Craven County. The flow in both rivers and
their tributaries is sluggish. Generally, the county slopes to the southeast. Elevations
range from 63 feet above sea level at Dover to five feet above sea level in the marshes
and floodplains located in the central and southeastern sections of the county.
Approximately 88% of the county is almost level, 11 % gently sloping, and 1 % sloping to
moderately steep. ,
The county's groundwater is plentiful. In most places, it is located near the
surface, particularly in winter and early spring. Most inactive borrow pits contain water, '
and several large natural lakes exist in the southeastern area of the county.
Thousands of feet of sedimentary deposits underlie the county. The upper portions ,
of these deposits contain aquifers which supply the county's well water. The surficial
aquifer extends down from the water table to a maximum depth of about 60 feet.* It is ,
thicker in the southern areas of the county. In the early development of the county, this
aquifer provided the main source of small domestic water supplies. However, the
dependence on shallow wells has decreased because of low yield, high dissolved iron ,
content and contamination.
The Castle Hayne formation supplies most of the county's wells. This aquifer is
thin near the Lenoir and Pitt County lines but ranges up to 700 feet thick along the
Carteret County line. In the upper part of the aquifer, the water is generally hard with
high dissolved oxygen content. In the lower portions of the aquifer, the water is low in
iron but salty in some places, especially the southern areas of the county.
The Black Creek formation and upper part of the Tuscaloosa formation near Cove '
City provide excellent water sources for both New Bern and the county. However, this
aquifer is not utilized east of Cove City because of its depth and probable salt water
content. ,
2. FLOOD HAZARD AREAS
Flood Insurance Rate Maps were prepared for Craven Count in June, 1991, b '
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the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). The 100-year flood serves as the
base flood for the purpose of floodplain management. The 100-year flood line represents '
the level that water would reach or "rise to" during a flood that may be expected to occur
on the average of once during a 100-year period. Thus, there is a 1 % chance of a
100-year flood occurring during any one year. ,
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Map 5 provides the approximate boundaries of the Craven County areas which
would be inundated by a 100-year flood. These areas may also suffer some hazards
resulting from storm generated waves. The 100-year flood zone generally extends inland
to areas where the 100-year flood depth is sufficient to support a 3-foot breaking wave.
Such wave action would normally be associated with strong coastal storms. Because of
the additional hazards associated with wave action, the National Flood Insurance Program
regulations require more demanding construction procedures in those areas affected by
wave action, including elevating structures on piles or piers.
The flood areas are primarily located along shorelines, river bottoms, river
tributaries, and pocosins.
In 1986, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers prepared maps of coastal North
Carolina which delineated the flooding which may be expected to occur as a result of
hurricanes. The maps were prepared utilizing a computer base model named SLOSH,
Sea Lake Overlaid Surge From Hurricanes. The model plots hurricane related flooding
which may result from a number of characteristics including wind speed, wind direction,
time, tide, etc.
Map 6 indicates the areas of Craven County which may be affected by
hurricane -generated storm surge. The following defines the five storm surge categories:
' Category 1. Winds of 74 to 95 miles per hour. Damage primarily to shrubbery,
trees, foliage, and unanchored mobile homes. No appreciable wind damage to
other structures. Some damage to poorly constructed signs. Storm surge possibly
4 to 5 feet above normal. Low-lying roads inundated, minor pier damage, some
small craft in exposed anchorage tom from moorings.
' Category 2. Winds of 96 to 110 miles per hour. Considerable damage to
shrubberyand tree foliage; some trees blown down. Major damage to exposed
mobile homes. Extensive damage to poorly constructed signs. Some damage to
roofing materials of buildings; some window and door damage. No major wind
damage to buildings. Storm surge possibly 6 to 8 feet above normal. Coastal
roads and low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 2 to 4 hours before
arrival of hurricane center. Considerable damage to piers. Marinas flooded.
Small craft in unprotected anchorages torn from moorings. Evacuation of some
shoreline residences and low-lying island areas required.
' Category 3. Winds of 111 to 130 miles per hour. Foliage torn from trees; large
trees blown down. Practically all poorly constructed signs blown down. Some
damage to roofing materials of buildings; some window and door damage. Some
structural damage to small buildings. Mobile homes destroyed. Storm surge
possibly 9 to 12 feet above normal. Serious flooding at coast and many smaller
structures near coast destroyed; larger structures near coast damaged by battering
waves and floating debris. Low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 3
to 5 hours before hurricane center arrives.
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PROVIDED BY THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT OF
1972, AS AMENDED, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED BY THE
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Category 4. Winds of 131 to 155 miles per hour. Shrubs and trees blown down;
all signs down. Extensive damage to roofing materials, windows, and doors.
1 Complete failure of roofs on many small residences. Complete destruction of
mobile homes. Storm surge possibly 13 to 18 feet above normal. Major damage
to lower floors of structures near shore due to flooding and battering by waves and
' floating debris. --Low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 3 to 5 hours
before hurricane center arrives. Major erosion of beaches.
Category 5. Winds greater than 155 miles per hour. Shrubs and. trees blown
down; considerable damage to roofs of buildings; all signs down. Very severe and
extensive damage to windows and doors. Complete failure of roofs on many
' residences and industrial buildings. Extensive shattering of glass in windows and
doors. Some complete building failures. Small buildings overturned or blown
away. Complete destruction of mobile homes. Storm surge possibly greater than
18 feet above normal. Major damage to lower floors of all structures less than 15
feet above sea level. Low-lying escape routes inland cut by rising water 3 to 5
hours before hurricane center arrives.
' A Category 3 storm would inundate approximately 15 to 20% of the county's land
area. The flooded areas would include all roads in river bottom areas and Craven County
' east of Clubfoot Creek, including many subdivisions approved for development in eastern
Craven County.
A long-range flooding problem could result from anticipated sea level rise. During
the past century, the sea has risen approximately one foot. Generally, experts expect the
sea level rise to accelerate during the next century and rise an additional four to seven
feet. Such a rise in sea level would have a significant impact on Craven County. It is
forecast that a five-foot sea level rise would result in approximately 20% of the county's
existing land area being lost. Most of the inundated land area would be located along
river bottoms and in coastal and "404" wetland areas. It is not anticipated that significant
population within the county's jurisdiction would be displaced. However, the county's road
network in the eastern sections could be significantly disrupted. (Data provided by R.
Paul Wilms and presented in "The Effects of Global Warming and Sea Level Rise on
Coastal North Carolina," Carolina Planning, Fall, 1991.) Much of the county's coastal
wetland areas could be lost. This is a serious potential problem which must be carefully
monitored by the county and mitigative actions defined.
3. SOILS
Craven County's soils are predominantly poor to very poorly drained. Extensive
areas of the county have soils with severe limitations for development and septic tank
usage. Map 7 provides a summary of the Craven County soil associations, their
characteristics, and locations. In addition, Map 7 provides a general indication of the
areas having the greatest potential for septic tank usage. However, the reader is
cautioned that this is only a very general delineation and specific in -field analysis must
be conducted by the Craven County Sanitarian to determine exact conditions for septic
tank usage. The better soil conditions are found along the Neuse and Trent Rivers on
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THE PREPARATION OF THIS MAP WAS FINANCED IN PART
THROUGH A GRANT PROVIDED BY THE NORTH CAROLINA
COASTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, THROUGH FUNDS
PROVIDED BY THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT OF
1972, AS AMENDED, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED BY THE
OFFICE OF OCEAN AND COASTAL RESOURCE MANAGEMEW
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.
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VERY POORLY DRAINED AND POORLY DRAINED, MINERAL
SOILS; ON BROAD INTERSTREAM FLATS AND IN
DEPRESSIONS
Rains-Pantego-Torhunta: Nearly level, poorly drained and very
poorly drained soils that have a loamy subsoil; on uplands
Deloss-Tomotley Nearly level, very poorly drained and poorly
drained soils that have a loamy subsoil; on stream terraces
WELL DRAINED TO POORLY DRAINED, MINERAL SOILS;
NEAR DRAINAGEWAYS
Goldsboro -Lynchburg -Norfolk Nearly level and gently sloping,
moderately well drained, somewhat poorly drained, and well
drained soils that have a loamy subsoil; on uplands
Altavista-Augusta-Tomotley: Nearly level, moderately well drained
to poorly drained soils that have a loamy subsoil; on stream
terraces
MODERATELY WELL DRAINED TO VERY POORLY DRAINED,
MINERAL SOILS; ON RTMRSTREAM FLATS AND IN
DEPRESSIONS
Lenoir -Craven -Leaf Nearly level and gently sloping, somewhat
poorly drained, moderately well drained, and poorly drained soils
that have a clayey and loamy subsoil; on uplands
Leaf-Bayboro: Nearly level, poorly drained and very poorly
drained soils that have a clayey and loamy subsoil; on uplands
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Croatan-Dare: Nearly level, very poorly drained, organic soils that
are subject to frequent ponding; on uplands
VERY POORLY DRAINED, ORGANIC SOILS AND VERY
POORLY DRAINED TO SOMEWHAT EXCESSIVELY DRAINED,
MINERAL SOILS; ON STREAM TERRACES
Murville-Ponzer-Leon Nearly level and gently sloping, very
® poorly drained and poorly drained, sandy soils and nearly level,
very poorly drained, organic soils; on stream terraces
Tarboro -Seabrook -Arapahoe: Nearly level and gently sloping,
a somewhat excessively drained and moderately well drained, sandy
soils and nearly level, very poorly drained, loamy soils; on stream
terraces
VERY POORLY DRAINED AND POORLY DRAINED, MINERAL
AND ORGANIC SOILS; ON FLOOD PLAINS
Masontown-Muckalee-Dorovam Nearly level, very poorly drained
Oand poorly drained, loamy soils and nearly level. very poorly
drained, organic soils that are flooded frequently; on flood plains
POTENTIALLY FEASIBLE FOR PLACEMENT OF SEPTIC TANKS
*Based on current soil survey reports on soil types with moderate to slight
limitations. However, fmal determination an be made only upon on -site
investigation by the County Healty Department
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high river bluff areas and in the upland areas located in the western sections of the
county.
4. ESTUARINE HIGH EROSION RATE AREAS
Eroding shorelines in Craven County are common. In 1975, the Shoreline Erosion
Inventory, North Carolina was published by the USDA Soil Conservation Service. This
report continues to provide the most recent shoreline erosion data. Estuarine erosion
rates were determined for eight "reaches" along the Neuse River shoreline using aerial
photographs covering 32 years. The Neuse River average annual erosion rate for Craven
County was determined to be 3.8 feet per year, which was next to the highest rate among
all 15 counties in the study (Bertie County's rate was 0.92 feet per year, compared to 4.5
feet for Washington County, which had the highest rate). The Craven County study
covered 47.41 miles and showed 46.56 miles were eroding (see Map 8), for a total loss
of nearly 650 acres over the 32-year period. The average width of the eroded area was
121 feet. Table 26 provides data on each of the eight reaches. While some measures
may have been taken to mitigate or eliminate some of the erosion, estuarine shoreline
erosion continues to be a significant concern.
5. SURFACE WATER
In August, 1992, the Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan of the
Albemarle -Pamlico Estuarine Study was published by the North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and Natural Resources. The study included the entire drainage
basin for the Albemarle and Pamlico Sounds except for the portion of the Roanoke River
basin that lies above the Lake Gaston Dam and the White Oak southwestern subbasin.
This area includes Craven County and the Neuse and Trent Rivers.
The following provides the goals and objectives of the study:
"The goal of the Albemarle -Pamlico Project will be to provide the scientific
knowledge and public awareness needed to make rational management decisions
so that the Albemarle -Pamlico estuarine system can continue to supply citizens
with natural resources, recreational opportunities, and aesthetic enjoyment.
The objectives of the project will include, but are not limited to, generating
understanding of what is needed to maintain, and where necessary restore the
chemical, physical, and biological integrity of the estuary, the wildlife habitat of the
estuary, and the production levels of recreational and commercial fisheries of the
estuary."
The study cites general decline of surface water quality within the Albemarle and
Pamlico basins over the last 43-year period covered by the study, 1945 to 1988. During
that period the Neuse River experienced: 41% increase in agricultural runoff; 12%
increase in nonpoint sources of pollution; 9% increase in minor non -municipal wastewater
treatment plants; 30% increase in sediment; and 10% increase in low dissolved oxygen.
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Table 26
ESTUARINE EROSION AREAS IN CRAVEN COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA
REACH NO. 1
'
Av. width lost to erosion
87.6 feet
Av. height of bank
3.0 feet
Langth of shoreline eroding
7.7 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
Total length of shoreline
7.7 miles
REACH NO. 2
Av. width lost to erosion
69.4 feet
Av. height of bank
23.2 feet
Length of shoreline eroding
3.8 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
'
Total length of shoreline
3.8 miles
REACH NO.3
Av. width lost to erosion
147.1 feet
Av. height of bank
20.3 feet
Length of shoreline eroding
7.6 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
,
Total length of shoreline
7.6 miles
REACH NO. 4
Av. width lost to erosion
175.0 feet
,
Av. height of bank
11.1 feet
Length of shoreline eroding
10.5 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
Total length of shoreline
10.5 miles
REACH NO. 5
Av. width lost to erosion
115.3 feet
Av. height of bank .
8.5 feet
Length of shoreline eroding
5.5 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
Total length of shoreline
6.3 miles
REACH NO. 6
Av. width lost to erosion
119.2 feet '
Av. height of bank
9.0 feet
Length of shoreline eroding
5.1 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
Total length of shoreline
'
5.1 miles
REACH NO. 7
Av. width lost to erosion
37.7 feet
Av. height of bank
7.5 feet -
'
Length of shoreline eroding
1.6 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
0 miles
Total length of shoreline
1.6 miles
,
REACH NO. 8
Av. width lost to erosion
95.0 feet
Av. height of bank
5.1 feet
Length of shoreline eroding
4.8 miles
Length of shoreline accreting
Total length of shoreline
0 miles
4.8 miles
'
Source: Shoreline Erosion Inventory, North Carolina, U.S.D.A. Soil Conservation Service, Raleigh, NC,
October 1975.
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THE PREPARATION OF THIS MAP WAS FINANCED IN PART
r 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 MANAGEMEP
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION.

Generally, the study cited the following concerns:
Concern I: Excessive nutrient loading -- nuisance algal blooms and other
deleterious effects.
Concern II: Degradation of ground water and surface water quality -- increased
turbidity, decreased transparency, increased sedimentation, alteration of salinity,
contamination with other toxicants, and low dissolved oxygen.
Concern III: Bacterial contamination -- closure of waters to the harvest of shellfish.
Concern IV: Cumulative impacts on water quality and biological degradation.
With respect to the Neuse River, the study mentioned two particular areas of
concern. First, algai blooms often cause foul smells and other poor aesthetic values in
some tributaries of the Neuse River. Secondly, high concentrations of metals have
occurred in the following areas: Trent River east, inner Neuse River, New Bern Neuse
waterfront, Bridgeton Neuse waterfront, Trent Riverwest, New -Bern wastewater treatment
plant, and Fairfield Harbor. Clearly the surface water quality in the county's rivers and
tributaries is declining.
6. SLOPES IN EXCESS OF 12%
In Craven County, slopes in excess of 12% are rare. Such slopes are only found
along the high riverfront areas along the Neuse and Trent Rivers. Excessive slope is not
an obstacle to development in Craven County.
7. MANMADE HAZARDS
Within Craven County, the primary manmade hazards are the Craven County
Regional Airport and the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station. Numerous other hazards
are scattered throughout the county and are identified in Appendix II. Manmade hazards
are not expected to be a deterrent to growth and development during the planning period.
' 8. FRAGILE AREAS
Fragile areas are areas which could easily be damaged or destroyed by
inappropriate, unplanned, or poorly planned development. These areas include both
' Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC's) and other natural resource fragile areas, as
shown on Map 9. The following discusses each type of areas in detail.
' a) Coastal Wetlands -
' Coastal wetlands are defined as salt marshes regularly- or irregularly -flooded by
tides, including wind tides, provided this shall not include hurricane or tropical
storm tides. This area contains some, but not necessarily all of the following
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LEGEND
NOTES
' »'> POTENTIAL 404 WETLAND AREAS
:t :' j" 1. ALL WATERS UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF CRAVEN COUNTY
THE PREPARATION OF THIS MAP WAS FINANCED IN PART
THROUGH A GRANT PROVIDED BY THE NORTH CAROLINA (See Note 4) AS EFINED ESTUARINE WATERS ESTUARINE
TRUST AREAS
AS DEFINED IN 1 SA NCAC 7H.020B ESTUARINE WATERS
COASTAL MANAGEMENT PROGRAM, THROUGH FUNDS AND.0207 PUBLIC TRUST AREAS.
PROVIDED BY THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT OF SeeNote3 COASTAL WETLANDS 2. ALL AREAS LYING D•75'LANDWARDOFTHE MEAN
HIGH WATER LEVEL OF ESTUARINE WATERS ARE
1972. AS AMENDED, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED BY THE CLASSIFIED AS ESTUARINE SHORELINES. BECAUSE OF
OFFICE OF OCEAN AND COASTAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT\ MAP SCALE. THESE AREAS CANNOT BE ACCURATELY
NATIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMINISTRATION. °EA1fORT couNT* See Note 1 ESTUARINE WATERS MAPPED. THROUGH
AMARVIEW AND
PERMIT DETERMINED IN
THE FIELD THROUGH LAMA REVIEW ANO PERMR
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marsh plant species: Cordgrass, Black Needlerush, Glasswort, Salt Grass, Sea
Lavendar, Bulrush, Saw Grass, Cat -tail, Salt Meadow Grass, and Salt Reed Grass. The
coastal wetlands are vital to the complex food chain found in estuaries. They provide
marine nursery areas and are essential to a sound commercial fishing industry. Coastal
wetlands also serve as barriers against flood damage and control erosion between the
estuary and uplands. Less than five percent of Craven County's land area includes
coastal wetlands. The largest concentrations are located along the Trent River, Hancock
Creek, Cohogue Creek, Clubfoot Creek, and Adams Creek. Coastal wetlands are not
delineated on the fragile areas map. Locations must be determined through in -field site
analysis and investigation.
b) Estuarine Waters
Estuarine waters are generally brackish waters found in coastal estuaries and
' bays. The boundary lines between inland and coastal fishing waters are set forth
in an agreement adopted by the Wildlife Resources Commission and the
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources, and are provided in
the most current revision of the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Regulations for
Coastal Waters, codified at 15A NCAC 3Q-0200. It should be noted that this
boundary line changes regularly, and the Marine Fisheries Regulations should be
frequently consulted. Within Craven County, estuarine waters include waters
located within the Neuse (generally below Pitch Kettle Creek) and Trent Rivers and
tributaries leading to those waters. They are the dominant component and
bonding element of the entire estuarine system, integrating aquatic influences from
both the land and the sea. The estuarine waters are among the most productive
natural environments of Craven County. The waters support the valuable
commercial and sports fisheries of the coastal area which are comprised of
estuarine dependent species.
c) Estuarine Shorelines
' Estuarine shorelines are non -ocean shorelines that are especially vulnerable to
erosion, flooding, or other adverse effects of wind and water. They are intimately
connected to the estuary. The estuarine shoreline area extends from the mean
' high water level or normal water level along the estuaries, sounds, bays, and
brackish waters for a distance of 75 feet landward. Development within the
estuarine shorelines influences the quality of estuarine life and is subject to the
damaging processes of shorefront erosion and flooding.
d) Public Trust Areas
Public trust areas are all waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the lands thereunder
from the mean high water mark to the seaward limit of state jurisdiction; all natural
bodies of water subject to measurable lunar tides and lands thereunder to the
mean high water mark; all navigable natural bodies of water and lands thereunder
to the mean high water level or mean water level as the case may be, except
privately -owned lakes to which the public has no right of access; all water in
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artificially created bodies of water containing significant public fishing resources or
other public resources which are accessible to the public by navigation; and all
waters in artificially created bodies of water in which the public has acquired rights
by prescription, custom, usage, dedication, or any other means. In determining
whether the public has acquired rights in artificially created bodies of water, the
following factors shall be considered:
(1) the use of the body of water by the public,
(2) the length of time the public has used the area, '
(3) the value of public resources in the body of water,
(4) whether the public resources in the body of water are mobile to the
extent that they can move into natural bodies of water, '
(5) whether the creation of the artificial body of water required
permission from the state, and
(6) the value of the body of water to the public for navigation from one '
public area to another public area.
These areas are significant because the public has rights in these areas, including
navigation and recreation. The public trust areas also support valuable commercial
and sports fisheries, have aesthetic value, and are important resources for
economic development.
It is impossible to map the public trust area. The areas must be determined
through in -field analysis and definition.
f) 404 Wetlands
404 wetlands are areas covered by water or that have water-logged soils for long
periods during the growing season. Plants growing in wetlands are capable of
living in soils lacking oxygen for at least part of the growing season. Some
wetlands, such as swamps, are obvious. Others are sometimes difficult to identify
because they may be dry during part of the year. Wetlands include, but are not
limited to, bottomlands, forests, swamps, pocosins, pine savannahs, bogs, '
marshes, and wet meadows.
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act requires that anyone interested in depositing '
dredged or fill material into "waters of the United States," including wetlands, must
apply for and receive a permit for such activities.
Ma 9 Areas of Environmental Concern and Other Fragile Areas provides a
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general delineation of Craven County's wetlands areas. It is emphasized that the
map is only a general indication and cannot be utilized to locate 404 wetland
areas. The specific locations of wetlands areas must be determined through
specific on -site analysis by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Washington District
Office.
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Wetlands are a significant natural resource because they provide recharge areas
for groundwater; serve as filter traps for sediment, pesticides and other pollutants;
provide non-structural flood control; buffer against shoreline erosion; serve as
buffer zones between upland activities and valuable aquatic systems; and provide
i habitats for numerous furbearing animals, endangered species, and other wildlife.
■ Simultaneous to the preparation of this plan, amendments to the federal definition
of wetlands were being considered which reduce the areas afforded protection
under the wetlands legislation. Those areas known as "non-splashable" wetlands,
which include pine forests, meadows, and brushy areas where water lies just
below the surface, would be eliminated from 404 regulation. This change would
significantly increase the areas of Craven County which could be considered to
have development potential. However, at the time of plan adoption, no changes
had occurred and "404" jurisdictional decisions were being made according to the
U. S. Army Corps of Engineers 1987 manual.
g) Natural Resource Fragile Areas
' Natural resource fragile areas are generally recognized to be of educational,
scientific, or cultural value because of the natural features of the particular site.
Features in these areas serve to distinguish them from the vast majority of the
landscape.
In Craven County, these areas include complex natural areas, areas that sustain
remnant species, pocosins, wooded swamps, and prime wildlife habitats.
' Craven County's natural resource areas are identified in Appendix III. These areas
cannot be accurately located on the Areas of Environmental Concern and Other
Fragile Areas map because of map size and scale.
h Historic and Archaeological Sites
Craven County contains a large number of archaeologically and historically
significant sites. In fact, a county -wide architectural survey conducted by the North
Carolina Department of Cultural Resources identified over 900 structures which
' could be eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The
following provides a listing of properties located within Craven County's planning
jurisdiction which are on the study list for inclusion on the National Register of
Historic Places:
'
1.
2..
James Biddle House, Fort Barnwell vicinity
Brick Road, Belair vicinity
3.
Caswell Branch Bridge and Brick Road FHWA, Beech Grave vicinity
4.
Alfred Chapman House, Chapman's Chapel vicinity
5.
Church Chapman House, Chapman's Chapel vicinity
6.
Clubfoot and Harlowe's Creek Canal, Hariowe vicinity
7.
Croatan Presbyterian Church, Croatan vicinity
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8. Dudley House, Chapman's Chapel vicinity (location unknown)
9. James A. Ernul House, Askin vicinity (location unknown)
10. Foy Barn, Foy Landing vicinity
11. Gaskins' General Store, Ernul
12. Tom Haywood Store and Self -Kicking Machine, Croatan vicinity
13. Lancaster House, Beaman's Fork vicinity
14. Latham House, Olympia vicinity
15. Taylor -Bell House, Bachelor vicinity
16. Needham B. White House, Havelock vicinity
17. Abner Whitehead House, Bachelor vicinity
18. George M. Witherington House, Chapman's Chapel
It is recommended that all development projects be coordinated with the Division
of Archives and History to avoid destruction of architecturally or archaeologically
significant sites.
i) Maritime Forests
There are no maritime forest areas located in Craven County.
j) Other Fragile Areas
There are no ocean dunes, ocean beaches/shorelines, inlet hazard ares, natural
resource areas, complex natural areas, or unique geologic formations located in
Craven County_.
AREAS OF RESOURCE POTENTIAL
a) Agricultural and Forestlands
Craven County has extensive agricultural and forestlands. Both are an important
part of the natural resources supporting the county's economy. The most
productive farmland and commercial forests are located in the western areas of the '
county. Those areas best suited for agricultural production are located on Map 7,
Craven County General Soils Map.
Most soils in Craven Count may be productive for agricultural usage ifproperly'
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drained. However, "404" wetlands regulations prohibit or severely restrict the
drainage of most areas. To the maximum extent possible, Craven County's
agricultural and forest resources should be developed as extremely important
economic resources. State and federal regulations should minimize obstacles to ,
utilization of these resources. Craven County supports the exemption of "non-
splashable" wetlands from "404" regulatory protection.
Approximately 70,699 acres, or 15 percent, of Craven County is considered prime ,
farmland. This farmland occurs throughout the county on uplands and stream
terraces mainly in areas near major drainage ways. In some parts of the county,
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prime farmland has been converted to urban uses. The loss of prime farmland
puts pressure on marginal lands, which generally are either wet, more erodible,
droughty, difficult to cultivate, or less productive than prime farmland. The
following provides an identification of Craven County's prime farmland soil types:
Altavista fine sandy loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Craven silt loam, 1 to 4 percent slopes
Exum silt loam, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Goldsboro loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Norfolk loamy fine sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Norfolk loamy fine sand, 2 to 6 percent slopes
Onslow loamy sand
State loamy sand, 0 to 2 percent slopes
Ib) , Valuable Mineral Resources
1
Craven County does not have a substantial peat reserve capable of being mined
for commercial or industrial purposes like several other coastal counties. However,
the county contains soil types with highly decomposed organic matter as surface
layers and underlaid by decayed material which may signify the presence of peat.
These types of soils can be found in various pockets in the county, usually
coinciding with very poorly drained soils. Craven County has the Martin Marietta
rock quarry, which provides rock aggregate material for most of eastern North
carolina, and a few small sand pits. There are no other known areas in the county
which contain marketable mineral resources, such as phosphate.
c) Public Forests
Craven County contains extensive public forest lands. The Croatan National
Forest, located in eastern Craven County contains 157,000 acres. This forest
offers the most coastal environment of any national forest located in the eastern
United States. Excellent opportunities exist for camping, hiking, swimming,
boating, hunting, and fishing. In addition, the forest includes extensive 404
wetland areas. The forest area is generally delineated on Map 9, Areas of
Environmental Concern and Other Fragile Areas.
d) Public Parks
There are no major public parks located in Craven County.
e) Public Gamelands
Other than the Croatan National Forest, there are no public gamelands located in
Craven County.
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f) Private Wildlife Sanctuaries I
There are no regionally or locally significant private wildlife sanctuaries located in
Craven County. However, there are numerous private hunting clubs located in the
county.
g) Marine Resources
Craven County contains valuable marine resource areas. The most significant are
the coast primary nursery, inland primary nursery, and special secondary nursery
areas. These areas, as defined by the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries,
are delineated on Map 9, Areas of Environmental Concern and Other Fragile
Areas. The nursery areas are concentrated in tributaries of the Neuse River in
eastern Craven County.
The North Carolina Division of Environmental Management assigns water quality
classifications to all waters of the State of North Carolina. The schedule of
classifications for Craven County is provided by 15 NCAC 2B. The classifications
are based upon the existing or contemplated best usage of the various streams
and segments of streams within a basin, as determined through studies,
evaluations, and comments received at public hearings. The state classifies tidal
salt waters as follows:
Class SA: shellfishing for market purposes and any other usage specified by
the "SB" and "SC" classification;
Class SB: primary recreation and any other usage specified by the "SC"
classification;
Class SC: fish and wildlife propagation, secondary recreation, and other uses
requiring waters of lower quality.
Most of the waters within Craven County's planning jurisdiction are classified SB.
Map 10 provides a general delineation of the water classifications. The
classification locations cannot be accurately mapped in this Land Use Plan.
Therefore, the written descriptions provided by 15 NCAC 2B must be relied upon
for specific locations.
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IG. DEVELOPMENT CONSTRAINTS: PUBLIC FACILITIES
1 1. WATER SUPPLY
The Craven County water system serves Townships 1, 3, 9, 6, 7, and a portion of
Township 8. Township 5 is not served by the county; residents in Township 5 rely upon
individual wells for water supply. Township 2 is served by a private system, First Craven
Sanitary District, and by the Town of Bridgeton. The county water systems are delineated
on Map 11. The cities of New Bern and Havelock; the towns of Vanceboro, Cove City
and Dover; and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point all operate their own municipal
water systems. The Town of River Bend is served by Carolina Water Company.
For the area it serves, Craven Count utilizes four groundwater wells, each a one -
million gallon per day well. Davis Well is located on Old Dover Road; Wintergreen and
Bryan Wells are both located on Wintergreen Road; and Dover -Fort Barnwell Well is
located on Dover/Fort Barnwell Road. The average daily year-round usage is 1.4 million
gallons per day (mgd). The maximum desirable usage is no more than 2 million gallons
per day. Thus, with a 4 mgd total capacity, the county system is well equipped to handle
such a demand.
Most of the connection lines in the county's water system are 6" lines. Other line
sizes range from 2 to 16 . Table 27 gives detailed information on the number of miles
of each size line.
Table 27
Craven County Water System
Connection Line Sizes by Number of Miles
Line Size Number of Miles
2" 31.98 miles
2-1/2" 0.06 miles
4" 45.79 miles
6" 148.1 miles
8" 62.9 miles
10" 43.34 miles
12" 5.86 miles
16" 8.7 miles
TOTAL 346.73 miles
Source: Craven County Water and Sewer Authority
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Water storage is provided to Craven County by eight elevated storage tanks.
Table 28 provides a listing of each tank and its capacity.
Table 28
Craven County Water System
Storage Tanks and Capacity
Storage Tank Capacity
Piney Neck Road 400,000 gallons
Fort Barnwell 300,000 gallons
Jasper 300,000 gallons
Brinson School 150,000 gallons
River Shore 200,000 gallons
Dare Drive 300,000 gallons
Industrial Park 150,000 gallons
Craven Wood Energy 250,000 gallons
Source: Craven County Water and Sewer Authority
Two of the storage tanks, Industrial Park and Craven Wood Energy, serve the
industries of Craven County Industrial Park only. The industrial park is located
approximately 8 miles west of New Bern.
Craven County has five booster pump stations, outlined in the table below.
Table 29
Outline of Craven County Booster Pump Stations
n R Location Number and ate Horsepower
Old Cherry Point 1 - 400 gpm* 15 hp
Lawson Creek 2 - 700 gpm 40 hp each
Fisher Avenue 2 - 250 gpm 15 hp each
*gallons per minute
Source: Craven County Water and Sewer Authority
Booster pumps are activated when pressure in the elevated storage tanks drops.
Craven County was scheduled to switch to a telemetry monitoring system by mid-1993.
In general, water quality for the county is good; water level is high; and service is
adequate through the planning period.
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2. WASTEWATER DISPOSAL I
Most of Craven County's residents rely upon individual septic tanks for sewage
disposal. The cities of New Bern and Havelock, the towns of Vanceboro and River Bend
(Carolina Water Company), and Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point all operate their
own sewage disposal systems.
The county does, however, operate and maintain a sewage treatment system for
Township 7. The ±1400-user system is a septic tank effluent pump (STEP) system,
operating on a low pressure force main application. In essence, each house has its own
pump station. The sewage is transported to a 2-cell anaerobic lagoon which can treat
250,000 gallons per day. The effluent is permitted to be discharged to a 106-acre farm
(the Arthur Farm) where it is used as land application for spraying on crops after it is
treated. The sewer system service area is shown on Map 11.
There is a possibility of expanding the STEP system, but no plans for any major
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3. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
Craven County is responsible_ for its own solid waste disposal. The county
contracts with a private firm for once per week curbside collection for the unincorporated
and small incorporated areas. Although the county's landfill at Tuscarora is not scheduled
to reach its physical capacity for several years, the landfill will officially close by October r
of 1993. This is a RCRA-imposed deadline after which there would be substantial liability
for solid waste dumped at that site. The interim regional landfill, which is physically
adjacent to the Tuscarora location, will be utilized by Pamlico and Carteret counties as
well as Craven County, and will have a 4- to 5-year life expectancy. During the planning
period, the Coastal Regional Solid Waste Management Authority will determine whether
to build a waste to energy incinerator, expand the landfill, or to blend all of the available
disposal options.
In FY92-93, the Coastal Regional Solid Waste Management Authority received
approximately $27 million in revenue bonds for operating costs. During the planning
period, however, the Solid Waste Management Authority is expected to eventually
operate solely through fees collected.
4. TRANSPORTATION
a) Roads
Major routes in Craven County include U.S. 70 traversing the county from east to
west and U.S. 17 running north -south. Other significant highways include N.C. 43, N.C.
55, N.C. 101, N.C. 118, and N.C. 306. 1
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Map 12 outlines average annual daily traffic (ADT) counts compiled by the North
Carolina Department of Transportation for 1989 in Craven County. Map 12 indicates that
ADT volume on U.S. 70 between New Bern and Havelock is the highest in the county.
Other particularly high volume areas are N.C. 55 south of the Pamlico County line to
Bridgeton and N.C. 43 north of the Neuse River northward toward Ernul.
Recommended construction priorities are shown in Table 30. The recommended
priorities are based on needs, anticipated future traffic volumes, and technical data
developed in the county's 1992 Preliminary Thoroughfare Plan.
Table 30
Recommended Construction Priorities
Craven County 1992 Preliminary Thoroughfare Plan
Project Priority 2015 Through
and Description Cost ($1000) Traffic ADT
1 1. US 70, New Bern Planning 14,600 10,750
Area to SR 1106 (7.30 mi.)
2. NC 101, Havelock Planning 8,068 1,950
Area to Carteret County
(5.70 mi.)
3. US 17, US 17BYP to New 11,344 610
Bern Planning Area (7.10
mi.)
4. SR 1756 (Lake Road), 908 620
Havelock Planning Area to
Carteret County (0.90 mi.)
5. River Road, SR 1440 to NC 1,200 N/A
43 (1.20 mi.)
6. Streets Ferry Rd., US 70 1,322 520
BUS to SR 1444 (0.70 mi.)
7. NC 43, Pitt Co. to NC 118 7,000 N/A
(7.00 mi.)
ISource: Craven County 1992 Thoroughfare Plan (Preliminary), October, 1992
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In addition, the 1993-1999 North Carolina Transportation Improvement Program
included the following improvements:
-- N.C. 55, U.S. 17 to N.C. 304, Craven -Pamlico Counties. Upgrade existing
roadway.
-- New Bern, U.S. 17, SR 1278 (Trent Road) to U.S. 70 Business, Craven
County. Upgrade existing roadway.
-- U.S. 17, New Bern Bypass to Washington Bypass, Craven -Beaufort
Counties. Widen existing roadway'to a multi -lane facility.
-- U.S. 70, Havelock Bypass, Craven County. Four lane divided facility on
new location.
-- N.C. 118. Replace bridge over Swift Creek.
-- S.R. 1470. Replace bridge over Neuse River overflow.
-- S.R. 1005. Replace bridge over Core Creek.
-- S.R. 1746. Replace bridge over Slocum Creek.
-- U.S. 17 - N.C. 55. Replace bridge over Neuse Creek.
-- U.S. 70 Business. Replace bridge over Trent River.
In 1993, the North Carolina Department of Transportation was considering four
alternatives for the location of a new Neuse River bridge. Those alternatives are
delineated on Map 13. Craven County supports the selection of Alternative C.
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Craven Regional Airport (formerly Simmons-Nott Airport) is located approximately
one mile south of New Bern on approximately 400 acres of land. The airport handles
small commuter, twin -engine turbo prop aircraft of up to 39 passengers. Two airlines, US
Air Express and American Eagle, utilize the airport. In order to accommodate more
corporate and jet and turbo prop aircraft, the airport is expanding its 4,850' runway to
6,000 feet to be accomplished in early Spring of 1993. The airport leases to two FBO's:
Coastal Aviation (primarily flight training) and Air East.
There are 73 based aircraft at Craven Regional with ± 30 hangared aircraft and
jenough tie -down spaces to accomplish 50-60 planes. Average yearly number of
operations total 70,000.
During 1993, the airport was in the process of developing a terminal area
development program which included a 5-year plan to add construction of a new terminal
building. Until FY92-93, Craven County had contributed ± $50,000 annually to the airport.
Beginning FY92, the airport had reached a level of self-sufficiency so as to operate more
independently and did not receive any appropriations from the county's budget.
Other than the runway extension and a possible terminal expansion, no other major
facility expansions were scheduled for the planning period.
5. EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
Enrollment in the county's school system has increased by a moderate growth rate
of 6.5% from the 1985-86 school year as reported in the 1987 Land Use Plan Update.
Enrollment for the 1985-86 school year was 13,587 while the 1992-93 school year shows
a total enrollment of 14,470 pupils.
Table 31 shows enrollment versus capacity at each of the county's schools.
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Table 31
Craven County Schools
Enrollment versus Capacity, 1992-93
School Enrollment Capacity % Over/Under
Arthur Edwards Elementary 731 786 - 7.0%
W. Jesse Gurganus Elementary 526 560 - 6.1 %
West Craven Middle 849 634 +33.9%
West Craven High 1,033 990 + 4.3%
Trent Park Elementary 439 380 +15.5%
Roger Bell Elementary 535 550 - 2.7%
Oaks Road Elementary 422 329 +28.3%
New Bern High 1,571 1,900 -17.3%
James W. Smith Elementary 617 625 - 1.3%
J.T. Barber Elementary 370 400 - 7.5%
Havelock Middle 1,135 892 +27.2%
Havelock High 1,128 1,240 - 9.0%
Havelock Elementary 511 381 +34.1 %
H.J. McDonald Middle 772 800 - 3.5%
Graham Barden Elementary 556 488 +13.9%
Grover C. Fields Middle 622 1,700 -63.4%
Vanceboro Farm Life Elementary 537 540 - 0.6%
Brinson Memorial Elementary 759 666 +14.0%
Bridgeton Elementary 414 390 + 6.2%
Ben D. Quinn Elementary 497 500 - 0.6%
A. H. Bangert Elementary 446 330 +35.2%
Source: New Bern/Craven Board of Education
As shown in Table 31, it appears that Grover C. Fields Middle School is
underutilized by 63.4%; however, this school is the old New Bern High School which had
a large capacity of 1,700 students. Thus, this figure is misleading. A new high school,
,
New Bern High, was built in 1990 to accommodate 1,900 students. Those schools which
appear to be overcapacity in terms of enrollment are A. H. Bangert Elementary (35.2%),
Havelock Elementary (34.1 %), West Craven Middle (33.9%), Oaks Road Elementary
(28.3%), Havelock Middle (27.2%). According to New Bern/Craven Board of Education
long-range plans, by 1994, two new middle schools are scheduled to be built in the
eastern and western parts of the county, and by 1996, three new elementary schools are
scheduled to be built in the eastern (Havelock area), central (New Bern area), and
western parts of the. county. Through 1998, general renovations and additional
classrooms are scheduled to be built at all of Craven County's schools, including electrical
improvements at Havelock Middle, J.T.Barber Elementary, Grover C. Fields Middle,
Bridgeton Elementary, Arthur Edwards Elementary, Graham Barden Elementary, Oaks
Road Elementary, and Trent Park Elementary Schools.
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1 6. RECREATIONAL FACILITIES
Craven County Parks and Recreation Department is staffed with a full-time Director
of Parks and Recreation, Athletic Director, two recreation program directors, secretary,
and maintenance personnel. During 1993, the county was making efforts to locate land
on which to develop its own recreation facility. The county would like to have a ±50-acre
site on which to locate softball/baseball fields, an office building, a gymnasium, tennis
courts, playground, picnic area, soccer fields, and ample .parking area. A site has been
located near the county industrial park which has approximately 22 "workable" acres --
the rest of the property is in a wetlands area.
Craven County has traditionally relied upon the recreation facilities of schools and
communities throughout the county for its recreation
programs. The following table lists
the recreational sites and facilities used by the Craven County Parks and Recreation
Department.
Table 32
Recreation Sites/Facilities Used by Craven County Parks and Recreation
Site Township
Facilities
Fox Chase Village Pool 8
1 small pool
River Bend Community 7
Picnic shelter
Building
Perrytown Community 7
No facilities
Building
One -room building
Carolina Pines -6
1 swimming pool
Dover Community Building 3
No facilities
One -room building
.
Pembroke Community 8
Building
No facilities
One -room building
Outdoor play areas
Harlowe Community 5
1 outdoor basketball court
Building
1 picnic shelter/restrooms.
1 softball field
1 playground
Craven Community College 8
4 tennis courts -lighted
1 soccer field -lighted
1 outdoor basketball court -
lighted
1 outdoor volleyball court
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Site
Township
Facilities
A. H. Bangert Elementary
8
Play apparatus (jungle gym,
School
monkey bars)
1 backstop
1 multi -purpose hard surface
area with 2 basketball goals
Rocky Run Community
8
Picnic shelter
Park
Playground
Ballfield
Basketball goals
Bridgeton Elementary
2
2 tennis courts
School
Play apparatus (swings)
Open area
2 basketball goals (unpaved)
Vanceboro-Farm Life
1
1 gymnasium
Elementary School
2 softball fields - lighted
2 tennis courts - lighted
4 outdoor basketball goals
(unpaved)
Play apparatus
Havelock Middle School
6
1 gymnasium
3 tennis courts - lighted
1 baseball field
2 paved basketball courts
(multi -purpose)
H.J. MacDonald Middle
8
1 gymnasium
School
2 outdoor basketball goals
(paved)
3 fields used for -.'soccer,
football, and baseball
3 mite soccer fields
J.T. Barber Elementary
8
1 gymnasium
School
1 baseball field
1 soccer field
West Craven High School
1
1 gymnasium
1 football field/stands -
lighted
2 tennis courts - lighted
1 baseball field - lighted
M

Site Township Facilities
West Craven Middle School 1 1 gymnasium
1 baseball field - not lighted
1 softball field - not lighted
1 football field - not lighted
There are several water
access sites scattered
throughout Craven County.
According to the 1987 Waterfront Access Plan for Craven County, prepared by Talbert,
Cox and Associates, these sites are traditional or informal
sites, and, generally, are on
private property or at the end of
state road rights -of -way
and are unimproved. Listed
below are the water access points and their typical use and ownership.
Table 33
Craven County Water Access Facilities
Site Name
Ownership
Typical Use
Union Point
Public
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Lawson Creek
Public
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
'
Tidewater Marina
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Merchant's Grocery
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Brice's Creek Access
Public
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Neuse River Estates
Private
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
'
Fairfield Harbour Marina
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Riverbend Marina
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Glenburnie Park
Public
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Bridgeton Access Area
Public
Sport Fishing
Oak Ridge
Public
Sport Fishing
Streets Ferry Landing
Public
Sport Fishing
Spring Garden
Public
Sport Fishing
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Site Name
Ownership
Typical Use
Cowpen Landing
Public
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating,
Picnicking
Pitch Kettle
Private
Sport Fishing
,
Core Creek Landing
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing
Turkey Quarter Creek
Private
Sport Fishing
Ingram's Landing
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing
Cahoogue Creek Landing
Public
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Matthews Point
Private -Fee
Sport Fishing,
Recreational Boating
Godfrey Creek Estates Landing
Private
Sport Fishing, Hunting
Neuse River Recreation Area
Public
Swimming, Picnicking
Fishers Landing
Public
Sport Fishing
Sources: Waterfront Access Plan, Craven County, North Carolina;
Talbert, Cox and Associates, October, 1987.
The Cowpen Landing site was improved in 1992 with the aid of a $9,000 Shoreline
access grant from the North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural
Resources. The county contributed $3,000 in cash and $2,500 in in -kind services. The
Weyerhaeuser Corporation contributed 1.51 acres of land. Project improvements included
a boat ramp, fencing, bulkheading, docks, parking area, picnic area, trash containers, and
security lights.
In addition to the above -listed public facilities, there are a number of private
recreation facilities in Craven County which consist of golf and country clubs, racquet
club, and small community pool facilities.
7. OTHER COUNTY FACILITIES
The inventory of hospitals; health care facilities; police, fire, and emergency
medical facilities; and other institutional facilities has not changed appreciably since the
1987 land use plan update.
The county's fire departments operate on a voluntary basis. Currently, fire
protection is adequate to meet demand and there are no plans in the immediate future ,
to add new districts. Equipment acquisition is handled on an as -needed basis. Listed
below are the county's fire districts and their tax rates.
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Table 34
Craven County Fire Districts and Tax Rates
Township Fire District Tax Rate (per $100)*
1 Vanceboro .6910
2 Tri-Community .7042
Little Swift Creek .7444
Sandy Pt, Service District .7225
3 Ft. Barnwell, Cove City, Dover .7466
5 Harlowe .6984
6 Havelock .6972
' 7 James City/Grantham .7086
8 West New Bern .6769
Rhems .6791
9 Jasper .7464
- Town of Bridgeton .7069
Town of Trent Woods .6769
- Town of Riverbend .6791
City of New Bern .7039
iSource: Craven County Emergency Management Services;
Craven County Tax Office
*The tax rates vary for the individual fire districts based upon each district's ISO
rating. The county's base tax rate of $0.6569 is added to the fire tax to yield the
figures shown in the above table.
The Count Sheriff's Department staffs 51 full-time sworn officers, 3 art -time
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sworn officers, and 30 civilian employees. The department is adequate to meet existing
demand except at the 911 emergency dispatch center in New Bern where two additional
civilian positions had been requested for 1993. According to department officials, no
major plans for hiring additional personnel was expected during the planning period and
equipment demands were being met on a replacement basis.
The county's rescue squads operate on a strictly voluntary basis. There are seven
individual squads serving the county's townships. Listed below are the rescue squads
and their areas of coverage.
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CRAVEN COUNTY RESCUE SQUADS
Township
Rescue Squad
'
1
Vanceboro
2
Bridgeton
3
Ft. Barnwell/Cove City
9
New Bern/Craven County
(and a portion of Township 8, including
New Bern, Trent Woods, and River Bend)
7
Number 7 Township
5 & 6
Havelock
'
Remainder of Township 8 not covered by
Craven Regional Medical Center
the New Bern/Craven County Squad
ambulance service
Source: Craven County Emergency Emer enc Medical
Services
The City of Havelock has its own municipally -operated rescue squad with whom
the county contracts to serve the unincorporated areas in Townships 5 and 6. Havelock
has the only municipally -owned rescue squad in the county. There are 175 certified Basic
and D-Class Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT's), 65 Intermediate EMT's, and 37
Advanced Intermediate EMT's serving the county. In FY92-93, there were no EMT's with
paramedic status staffed on any of the rescue squads but it was hoped that the hospital
ambulance staff would acquire that status during the planning period. Also during the
planning period, some Intermediate EMT's were expected to have completed additional
training to achieve Advanced Intermediate EMT status.
Craven Regional Medical Center in New Bern, an acute care facility, provides
adequate major health care services for county residents. The 302-bed facility is staffed
with 1100 full- and part-time employees. An expansion of the hospital to include the
,
addition of cancer radiation treatment facilities, diagnostic radiology services, and open
heart surgery was expected to be completed in 1993. With these additions, staffing was
expected to increase (but still fewer than 1200 employees) and licensure qualifications
would increase to that of a 314-bed capacity. The County Health Department, in addition
to providing primary care health clinics, also conducts health communications programs
including adult care, high -risk pregnancy, family planning, child health, and nutrition. .
Other county facilities include court system facilities, the county jail, and county
offices housing various departments such as the tax office, permit office, social services,
planning, and administration, all located in New Bern.
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SECTION II. PROJECTED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
TRENDS AND RELATED LAND USE ISSUES
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SECTION II. DEMOGRAPHIC DATA
A. PROJECTED POPULATION GROWTH AND RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT
1. GENERAL DISCUSSION
' In this section, recent trends in Craven County's population and housing
characteristics will be utilized to project population growth and housing characteristics
in the county throughout the 5-year (to 1998) and 10-year (to year 2003) planning
■ periods. The continuing tide of year-round migration into Craven County is expected
to have progressively greater impact on land use issues throughout the next ten years.
As development continues near fragile areas, resource protection will assume
greater significance in the public eye. Continued development in areas within Craven
County's planning jurisdiction will strain the capacity of the existing transportation
system; increase demand for municipal or county -supplied water and wastewater and
solid waste disposal; and place increasing demands on schools, recreational facilities,
law enforcement agencies, fire departments, and administrative/regulatory agencies.
Despite increased pressure to control residential development, the basic demand for
housing by incoming population -- in particular, affordable housing for the year-round
population -- will be an important need to be addressed by local planning agencies in
the coming decade. An informed analysis of where and how fast development will
occur is crucial to the development of land use policies for Craven County's next ten-
year planning period.
2. YEAR-ROUND POPULATION PROJECTIONS
Based on Coastal Area Management Act planning guidelines, population
projections prepared by the N. C. State Data Center, Office of State Planning, are the
appropriate data to be utilized in projecting year-round population for Craven County
from 1990-2003. The table below outlines 1990 and projected 1998 and 2003 year-
round population for Craven County based on State Data Center statistics. Individual
township and municipal projections are based on the assumption that the relative
growth rates by specific area will remain the same from 1990-2003 as displayed from
1980-1990, and consideration of 1991 annexations by the City of New Bern and the
Town. of Trend Woods.
Based on Table 35, the average annual population growth rate for the county
and unincorporated areas should decrease over the ten-year planning period compared
to the 1980s, while the municipal growth rate will increase slightly.

Table 35
Average Annual Year -Round
Population Growth Rate and Percent Change
'
Craven County, 1980-2003
Average Annual Year -Round
Percent Change
Area
Population Growth Rate
in Growth Rate
1980-1990 to
1980-1990 1990-2003
1990-2003
Municipalities
2.17% 2.29%
5.5%
Unincorporated Areas
0.76% 0.21 %
-72.3%
Total County
1.49% 1.36%
- 8.7%
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc. I
Despite the expected slight decrease in annual growth rate over the ten-year
planning period, the population growth rate in Craven County will still be higher than
the North Carolina rate .over the planning period years. From 1990-2003, the state
population is estimated to show a 14.1 % increase. The Craven County population is
anticipated to grow 17.7% over the same period. Based on Office of State Planning
criteria, Craven County will experience net in -migration and "modest" population growth
from 1990-2000.
From 1990-2003, the coun 's municipalities are expected to row over ten times
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as fast as its unincorporated areas, due to recent municipal annexations in the New
Bern/Trent Woods area and the anticipated continued trend of municipal growth i
displayed throughout the 70s and '80s. Although the decreases in rural population in
townships #3 and #5 indicated in Table 36 may be exaggerated due to the methodology ,
utilized in developing the projections, -it is unquestionable that there will be a continued
population shift to urban areas of the county throughout the planning period. In
particular, New Bern, Trent Woods, River Bend, and the unincorporated areas of
township #2 will display appreciable growth throughout the ten-year planning period.
It appears that population growth along the U. S. 17 corridor in the vicinity of New Bern
will be significantly higher than growth along the U. S. 70 corridor, although growth rate
in townships #6 and #7 will be close to the overall county growth rate during the.
planning period.
In terms of impact on county services, projected growth in unincorporated areas ,
of townships #1, #2, #6, and #7 will be much more significant than population change
in townships #3, #5, .and #9 throughout the next ten years. Additionally, while the
county's role in township #8 is dwindling with continued municipal annexation,
continued cooperation with New Bern, Trent Woods and River Bend will be required
throughout the planning period with continued rapid growth projected for those I
municipalities.

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Table 36
Total Year Round Population and Percent Change by Township and Municipality
Craven County, 1990-2003
Township
Municipality or Area
Total Year -Round Population
Percent Change
Overall
1990
1998
2003
'90298
'98203
'90203
Township 1
Vanceboro
946
1,070
1,148
13.1%
7.3%
21.3%
Unincorporated Areas
4,992
5,522
5,844
10.60/6
5.8?/6
17.1%
Total Township
5,938
6,592
6,992
11.0%
6.1%
17.7%
Township 2
Bridgeton
498
472
459
-5.2%
-2.7%
-7.8%
Unincorporated Areas
5,873
7,788
9,031
32.60/6
16.00/6
53.8%
Total Township
6,371
8,260
9,490
29.60/9
14.90/6
49.0%
Township 3
Cove City
497
466
425
-6.2%
-8.8%
-14.5%
Dover
451
343
272
-23.9%
-20.70/6
-39.70/6-
Unincorporated Areas
2,479
2,182
1,916
-12.0%
-12.20/6
-22.70/6
Total Township
3,427
2,991
2,613
-12.7%
-12.60/6
-23.8%
Township 5
Total Township
2,635
2,664
2,625
1.1%
-1.5%
-0.41%
Township 6
Havelock
20,300
22,541
23,760
11.0%
5.40/6
17.0%
Unincorporated Areas
4,812
5,303
5,567
11.1%
49.8%
15.7%
Total Township
25,112
27,844
29,327
10.9%
5.3%
16.8%
Township 7
Total Township
6,878
7,492
7,791
8.9%
4.0%
13.3%
Township 8
New Bern
17,363
22,876
24,344
31.80/6
6.4%
40.20/6
River Bend
2,408
2,717
2,891
12.8%
6.4%
20.1%
Trent Woods
2,366
4,589
4,883
94.0%
6.4%
106.4%
Unincorporated Areas
6,656
2,308
2,457
-65.3%
6.5%
-63.1%
Total Township
28,793
32,490
34,575
12.8%
6.4%
20.1 %
Township 9
Total Township
2,459
2,591
2,641
5.4%
1.9%
7.4%
Total Municipalities
44,829
55,074
58,182
22.9%
5.60/6
29.8%
Total Unincorporated Areas
36,784
35,850
37,872
-2.8%
5.60/6
2.7%
Total County
81,613
90,924
96,054
11.40/6
5.6%
17.70/6
Source: State Data Center, N.C. Office of State Planning; analysis by Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.

1990
2003
Craven County Population
By Township, 1990-2003
0 20,000 40,000 60,000 80,000 100,000 120,000
Total Population by Township
Township I
M.
Township 2
M
Township 3
ME
Township 6
Township 6
ED
Township 7
ME
Township 8
Township 9
EM
= m m = m m = = m m m = m m = m = = m

3. POPULATION PROJECTIONS BY AGE, RACE, SEX
The following two tables are based on population projections by the North
Carolina Office of State Planning.
Table 37
Total Population by Age and Percent Change
Craven County, 1990-2000
Age
Population By
Age Group
Percent Change
1990
2000
1990-2000
0-4
7,066
7,170
1.5%
5 - 18
16,082
17,152
6.6%
19 - 34
24,322
23,886
-1.8%
35 - 54
18,147
24,328
34.1 %
55 - 64
6,879
7,779
13.1 %
65 - 74
5,920
7,097
19.9%
75+
3,197
5,338
67.0%
Total
81,613
92,750
13.6%
Source: State Data Center, North Carolina Office of State Planning.
It is expected that the most rapidly growing age groups from 1990-2000 in
Craven County will be the groups aged 35-54 and 65 and up. The growth of the 35-54
age group will be strongly influenced. by the aging of the 30-39 age group, which grew
so rapidly during the 1980s. The over-65 age group will continue to experience
significant growth both as a result of in -migration and the steady decrease in the death
rate for elderly individuals. Overall, Craven County's population will experience a
significant increase in median age during the 1990s. In 1990, only 42% of the county's
population was age 35 or above. By the year 2000, 48% of the county's population is
expected to be aged 35 or above.
Table 38
Population and Percent Increase By Race and Sex
Craven County,
1990-2000
Category
Total Population
Percent Change
1990
2000
1990-2000
Total White
58,478
67,614
15.6%
Males
29,519
34,084
15.5%
Females
28,959
33,530
15.8%
Total Non -White 23,135
25,136
8.6%
Males
10,985
11,767
7.1 %
Females
12,150
13,369
10.0%
Total Males
40,504
45,851
13.2%
Total Females
41,109
46,899
14.1%
Total County
81,613
92,750
13.6%
Source: State Data Center, North Carolina Office of State Planning.
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From 1990-2000, the white population in Craven County will continue to grow at
a higher rate than the non -white population. Although the female population will ,
continue to grow faster than the male population, this growth is largely the result of the
continued trend of minority female growth outpacing minority male growth. Male and
female growth rates during the 1990s in Craven County will be roughly equal, while in
the 1980s the white female growth rate was almost double the white male growth rate.
4. HOUSING TRENDS I
Significant housing development in suburban areas surrounding New Bern is
expected to continue throughout the 1990s. However, based on the anticipated slight
decrease in average annual population growth rate throughout the 1990s, a
corresponding slight decrease in average annual housing starts is indicated for the
1990s. This trend is substantiated by a steady decrease in the number of building
permits for new residential construction issued by the county since 1984. However, it
is anticipated that housing starts will continue to outpace population growth throughout
the '90s as average household size continues to decrease throughout the county. '
The county's housing stock will continue to age throughout the 1990s, with
deterioration of housing units in rural areas and inner-city areas of New Bern continuing
to impact community development planning efforts. It is expected that the gradual
elimination of substandard water supply and wastewater disposal conditions in the
county's jurisdiction will continue throughout the five and ten-year planning periods as
county -sponsored water and sewer construction projects move forward.
Based on discussions with the county planning and community development '
staff, the county will continue its active participation in state -sponsored housing
rehabilitation projects throughout the planning period. Craven County recently received ,
a $400,000 Home Investments Partnership Act (HOME) grant to perform scattered -site
housing rehabilitation in its planning jurisdiction. Also, the county plans to submit an
application for FY93 CDBG Community Revitalization funds. ,
Target areas for future community development areas will be chosen based on
continued windshield housing survey efforts by the county staff. Throughout the short-
term planning period, it is expected that the Harlowe Community in township #5,
unincorporated areas in township #1 and #8, and the James City area in township #7
will be specifically targeted for comprehensive CDBG projects. Location of existing
water and sewer service will be an important consideration in designation of future
CDBG comprehensive target areas. Scattered -site rehab beneficiaries will be targeted
based on a needs rating system developed by the county staff, but will be distributed
on a geographic basis according to directives by the Board of Commissioners.
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B. PROJECTED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT TRENDS AND RELATED LAND
USE ISSUES
1. GENERAL ECONOMIC PROJECTIONS
Table 39 provides a forecast of growth in Craven County's various industries
from 1993 to 2005 in both earnings and employment. During the period, overall
economic growth is anticipated. However, the county's rank within the state in per
capita income is expected to drop from the 1990 rank of 39 to somewhere in the mid -
to upper 40's position.
Table 39
Growth of Income -Producing Industries, Craven County, 1993-2005
% Change
Industry 1993 1995 2000 2005 1993-2005
Total Earnings [1 ]
(Mil. 1987 $) 856.48 888.99 974.92 1068.53
Farm
8.47
8.51
8.66
8.92
5.3%
Agricultural Serv. Other
5.29
5.44
5.82
6.29
18.9%
Mining
2.67
2.81
3.11
3.42
28.1 %
'
Construction
38.15
41.84
44.64
47.61
24.8%
Manufacturing
105.94
114.95
134.96
155.79
47.1 %
Trans., Comm. & Publ. Util.
32.64
34.29
39.04
44.06
35.0%
Wholesale Trade
25.19
25.70
27.48
29.41
16.8%
Retail Trade
67.48
70.35
79.12
88.83
31.6%
Finance, Ins. & Real Estate
20.77
21.77
24.93
28.43
36.9%
Services
138.17
145.84
169.18
195.07
41.2%
Federal Civilian Gov't.
157.29
161.80
172.60
183.33
16.6%
Federal Military
158.42
155.55
152.58
150.81
-4.8%
State and Local Gov't.
96.00
100.14
112.80
126.56
31.8%
[1] Personal earnings are by place of work and exclude dividends, interest and rent,
transfer payments, and social security contributions. They include proprietors'
net income and wages.
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% Change
1993 1995 2000 2005 1993-2005
Total Employment
(Thousands) 47.02 47.37 48.6 49.97
Farm
0.62
0.59
0.63
0.48
-22.6%
Agricultural Serv. Other
0.40
0.40
0.40
0.40
0%
Mining
0.07
0.07
0.07
0.07
0%
Construction
1.92
2.08
2.05
2.06
7.3%
Manufacturing
4.52
4.70
5.00
5.26
16.4%
Trans., Comm. & Publ. Util.
1.51
1.54
1.63
1.71
13.3%
Wholesale Trade
1.10
1.09
1.09
1.09
-1 %
Retail Trade
6.64
6.70
7.20
7.68
15.7%
Finance, Ins. & Real Estate
2.01
2.05
2.18
2.33
15.9%
Services
8.19
8.36
8.96
9.58
17.0%
Federal Civilian Gov't.
5.84
5.86
5.76
5.87
0.5%
Federal Military
8.55
8.20
7.60
7.11
-16.8%
State and Local Gov't.
5.65
5.73
6.03
6.33
12.0%
Source: Woods & Poole Economics, Inc.
The rank of industry types in Craven County in 1993 and 2005 is provided in
Table 40. Very little change in the rankings is expected to occur. The most significant
change will be in the federal military category. This employment group will decline from
first to third in employment rank and first to fourth in earnings rank. As a result, retail
trade shows a decrease in earnings rank from sixth to eighth place. Services will rise
to first place in both employment and earnings.
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Table 40
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Rank of Industry by Employment Earnings,
Craven County,
1993 and
2005
Employment Rank
Earnings
Rank
Indust
1993
2005
1993
2005
Farm
11
11
.11
11
Agricultural Serv. Other
12
12
12
12
Mining
13
13
13
13
Construction
8
7
7
7
Manufacturing
6
6
4
3
Trans., Comm. & Publ. Util.
9
9
8
8
Wholesale trade
10
10
9
9
Retail Trade
3
2
6
8
Finance, Ins. & Real Estate
7
8
10
10
Services
2
1
3
1
Federal Civilian Government
4
5
2
2
Federal Military
.1
3
1
4
State and Local Government
5
4
5
5
Source: Holland Consulting Planners, Inc.
Projected economic trends and land use issues for specific industries are
outlined in the following sections.
2. AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
During the planning period, agricultural and forestry employment is expected to
decline by 22.6%. However, overall farm and forestry income is expected to increase.
A slight decrease in total farm/forestry acreage is anticipated. Consolidation of some
cropland may be expected, resulting in more efficient farm production. Continued
forestry production, especially in the western sections of the county will be a vital part
of the county's overall economy.
3. MANUFACTURING
Manufacturing will increase its earnings ranking slightly from fourth to third and
remain constant in employment rank at sixth. Manufacturing employment as a
percentage of total county employment should increase slightly during the planning
period.
It is expected that Craven County will continue vigorous and effective industrial
recruitment efforts. While the county will continue to focus its efforts on industrial park
development, scattered site non -hazardous industries will be supported by the county.
Major industrial development issues will be:
' -- Provision of water and sewer utilities.

-- Development of improved ground transportation systems.
-- Continued improvement of the Craven County Regional Airport and
associated commercial air service.
-- Development of industrial park sites.
-- Coordination of industrial development with regulatory controls such as
404 wetland permit requirements.
4. FINANCE AND REAL ESTATE
Employment in the finance and real estate category is expected to increase by
15.9% by 2005. However, this employment sector will decline slightly in both
employment and earnings rank. It is expected that seasonal housing and retirement
housing will comprise a larger percentage of Craven County's housing inventory.
However, the major portion of construction activity will continue to be for year-round
housing. The rate of subdivision approval should slow during the planning period. It
is unlikely that the county can sustain the quantity of subdivision approvals which
occurred during the late 1980's. Major issues confronting real estate, construction and
finance will include:
-- Water and sewer service availability.
-- 404. wetland regulations.
-- County -wide or spot zoning.
-- Overall capability of Craven County to provide services to accommodate
growth.
S. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL TRADE AND SERVICES
Wholesale trade will remain almost constant through 2005 in both employment
and earnings rank. Retail trade should increase its employment rank slightly from third
to second but decline in earnings rank from sixth to eighth. By 2005, the provision of
services will be the most significant employment category within the county in terms of
both employment and earnings. Total services earnings are expected to increase by
41.2% from 1993 to 2005. It should be noted that wholesale/retail trade and services
are heavily tied to a continued strong military presence in Craven County.
6. GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT
Federal military employment and earnings will decline from 1993 to 2005. This
is reflective of the national trend for defense cuts. Federal civilian employment should
remain constant while state/local government employment should increase by 12.0%.
Again, it is emphasized that any significant reductions in federal military and civilian
employment would have a serious negative impact on Craven County's economy.
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C. PUBLIC FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT NEEDS AND LAND USE ISSUES
WATER SYSTEM
Expansion of the existing water system during the planning period will include
most of the rest of Township #2, which is under the jurisdiction of First Craven Sanitary
District. Planned for installation of a central water system is the area of Township #5,
which is presently served by private wells containing poor quality drinking water. As
Craven County continues its growth, other "fill-in" water lines will expand existing water
systems where demand and cash flow allow for the payback on water line expansions.
As the water system expands and additional industrial development occurs, there
will be a need for additional wells to be installed in the Northwest Craven portion of the
county. This is the area of prime quality drinking water. Elevated tanks will be required
to continue to provide consistent pressure throughout the system as well as to provide
for fire protection for the citizens. Elevated tanks are proposed in Townships #2, #5,
and #7. The southeast corner of Township #3 will also require an elevated storage
tank in the latter stages of the planning period. Additional tanks may be required
depending on the volume of industrial and residential growth.
2. WASTEWATER TREATMENT AND DISPOSAL
As growth proceeds eastward through the county and around the rivers, sewer
expansion must keep up with additional demand. During the planning period, an
expansion of the existing Neuse River (Township #7) wastewater treatment plant is
planned which will provide for an additional 500,000 gpd. The Havelock to New Bern
corridor is continuing a steady growth rate, and it is anticipated that central sewer will
be expanded throughout that entire region as soils are tightly constrained for efficiently
working septic tanks/nitrification fields. The installation of central sewers along the
rivers will eliminate the present leaking of poorly treated septic tank wastewater into
streams and rivers. Other areas of the county that need sewer in the future are the
presently unsewered incorporated communities such as the Towns of Cove City and
Dover. Each of these towns has central water systems, but they have not yet installed
central sewer systems due to the high cost of these systems. As grants are made
available in the future, the feasibility of implementing sewer systems will become much
easier. In order to protect the health of the citizens in the future, central sewer will
need to be installed in these relatively densely populated communities.
Other areas of the county are potential targets for central sewer, perhaps in
' cluster arrangements. An example of this. need would be the unincorporated
community of Ft. Barnwell. Development, and thus demand for central sewer, will
continue in the ETJ areas around the presently sewered communities of the City of
New Bern, and the Towns of Havelock, and Vanceboro. The location of future private
development and/or industry will also mandate central sewer systems. In some areas,
the private utility systems may begin to be taken over by the town and/or the county.
' Governmental units assuming responsibility for discharge points generally means a high
level of responsibility and quality of effluent discharged to the rivers of the region.

3. STORM DRAINAGE
Management of stormwater runoff will remain an important issue in Craven
County. Improvement of water quality in the Trent and Neuse Rivers is important to
both the tourist and fishing industries. Urban development, industrial and agricultural
runoff are all contributors to water pollution. There is no single culprit.
As urban development continues in Craven County, so will the construction of
impervious and semi -permeable surfaces, and the potential for surficial water
contamination will increase. Given that fact, it is recommended that the county strongly
support existing Division of Environmental Management water quality section
regulations (15 NCAC 2H.1000) during the planning period. The county should also
participate in and contribute to studies of storm drainage undertaken by public and
private agencies, support United States Department of Agriculture Best Management
Practices for croplands, and work closely with the Division of Marine Fisheries to
protect primary and secondary nursery areas.
4. TRANSPORTATION
Transportation improvements are essential to Craven County's continued growth
and economic development. The Development Constraints: Public Facilities section
of this plan, pages 1-82 to 1-84, discusses proposed highway improvements in detail.
All identified projects are supported by Craven County in the policies section of this
plan. Major improvements include: new bridges over the Trent and Neuse Rivers,
widening of U.S. 17 from the New Bern Bypass to the Craven -Beaufort county line,
construction of U.S. 17 New Bern Bypass, and construction of a U.S. 70 Havelock
Bypass.
The Craven County Regional Airport is extremely important to the county's
overall transportation system. Table 41 provides a summary of improvements proposed
within the planning period. The policies section of this plan supports those
improvements.
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Table 41
Craven County Regional Airport
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Transportation Improvement
Program - Aviation Element
North Carolina Department of Transportation
Federal
State Aid
Improvement
Funds
Local Funds
Requested
Fiscal Year 1994
RMI 22 Extension Paving & Lighting
$ 684,000
$ 38,000
$ 38,000
'
A/C TM "A" Extension Paving &
249,750
13,875
13,875
Lighting
'
G/A TM/ "K" Paving & Lighting
153,000
8,500
8,500
Terminal Development Design
548,250
48,375
48,375
Fire Communication Equipment
-0-
5,000
5,000
RM/ 31 Visual Glideslope
-0-
7,500
7,500
Fiscal Year 1995
Terminal Building (Phase 1)
550,000
2,100,000
2,100,000
Runway 13-31 Crack Sealing
-0-
42,500
42,500
FBO Access Road Paving
45,000
25,000
25,000
ARFF Station
225,000
12,500
12,500
ARFF Vehicle (1500 Gal.)
450,000
25,000
25,000
Fiscal Year 1996
Terminal Building (Phase II)
550,000
2,100,000
2,100,000
Fiscal Year 1997
Terminal Building (Phase III)
1,500,000
1,600,000
1,600,000
Maintenance Equipment
-0-
20,000
20,000
Maintenance Equipment (Mower Att.)
-0-
1,500
1,500
G.A. Ramp (200' x 800')
315,000
17,500
17,500
Fiscal Year 1998
MALSR
270,000
15,000
15,000
Emergency Fire Access Road
135,000
7,500
7,500
37,500
Runway 4-22 Rehabilitation
675,000
37,500
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Source: Craven County Regional Airport

5. SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL
The provision of adequate solid waste disposal will continue to be an issue
during the planning period. Craven County will support efforts by the Coastal Regional
Solid Waste Management Authority to determine whether.to build a waste to energy
incinerator, expand the landfill or to blend available disposal options. A interim regional
landfill located at Tuscarora will accommodate disposal needs through the planning
period. (See page 1-79).
6. EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES
Craven County will face significant educational facilities needs during the
planning period (see page 1-85). In 1992-1993, 10 of the county's 21 schools were
over capacity. Long-range improvement plans include:
-- Two new middle schools
-- Three new elementary schools
-- General renovations (with additional classrooms) at all Craven County
schools.
These improvements are supported by the policy statements included within this
plan.
7. RECREATION
In 1987, Craven County adopted a Recreation Plan and a Waterfront Access
Plan. Both documents included specific recommendations for improvements which are
summarized as follows:
RECREATION PLAN
Improvement
Regional Park
Small Park
Water Access Area
Waterfront Park
Estimated Cost
$ 1,883,850.00
544,785.00
284,155.00
1,331,075.00
WATERFRONT ACCESS PLAN
BOAT ACCESS SITE PRIORITIES
Site
1. Turkey Quarter Creek
2. Bridgeton Access Area
3. Matthews Point
4. Godfrey Creek Estates Landing
Improvement
Improved ramp, parking, picnic tables
Improved ramp, parking
Sandy beach for swimming, parking
Sandy beach for swimming, docks
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In 1993, the county was attempting to secure a large park site near the county's
' industrial park. The policy statements contained in this plan support these
improvements.
8. OTHER COUNTY FACILITIES
Other county facilities needs during the planning period will include:
' -- Equipment additions at the fire and emergency services departments.
-- Expansion/improvements to the Craven Regional Medical Center.
-- Expansion/improvement of the county jail.
-- Expansion of Craven County's administrative office space.
D. REDEVELOPMENT ISSUES
Craven County's most pressing redevelopment issue will be the preservation of
standard housing for low -to -moderate income families and individuals. There are no
significant commercial areas requiring clearance or redevelopment. In 1990, over 45%
of the county's housing stock was 20 years old or older. Thus, by 2000, approximately
r14,575 dwelling units would have aged to 30 years old or older. The county has not
had a minimum housing code enforcement program to require acceptable structural and
' weatherization standards. While overall housing conditions have improved during the
70s and '80s, substantial problems still exist. Craven County will undertake the
following in support of residential redevelopment:
' -- Support applications for North Carolina Community Development housing
rehabilitation funds.
-- Support applications for HOME Program funds.
-- Support applications for North Carolina Housing Finance Agency home
improvement funds.
' -- Investigate the development and enforcement of a minimum housing
code.
' A second area .of concern will be redevelopment of areas following a hurricane
or other natural disaster. The specifics of such redevelopment are dealt with in the
storm hazard mitigation and post -disaster reconstruction plan. However, Craven
County will support the reconstruction of any properties destroyed by natural disaster,
consistent with applicable Craven County ordinances.
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SECTION III. LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
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SECTION III. LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
As explained in the introduction to the policy statements, land use plans prepared
to comply with 15A NCAC 713 regulations have three areas of impact on application: (1)
to set policy to guide local planning and land use management decisions; (2) review of
projects for consistency with local planning policies; and (3) the establishment of local
policies for areas of environmental concern. The CAMA regulations require the
establishment of a specific land classification system to support the local government's
policy statements. The CAMA 15A NCAC 713 regulations state:
"The land classification system provides a framework to be used by local
governments to identify the future use of all lands. The designation of land
classes allows the local government to illustrate their policy statements as to
where and to what density they want growth to occur, and where they want to
conserve natural and cultural resources by guiding growth.
The CAMA guidelines provide for the following land classifications: developed,
urban transition, limited transition, community, rural, rural with services, and conservation.
These classifications may be further defined by a local government. In applying these
classifications, a local government should carefully consider where and when various
types of development should be encouraged. Additionally, the areas of environmental
concern requiring protection should be identified and mapped. Each applicable land
classification must be. represented on a land classification map.
The following land classifications are delineated on Maps 14A and 14B. The Land
Classification Map is divided into eastern and western areas to allow for larger, more
legible maps.
Developed: Areas included in the developed land classification are currently
predominantly urban in character. The following areas are classified developed: Fairfield
Harbor, James City, and the U. S. 70 corridor between New Bern and Havelock including
the area around the Craven Regional Airport. Municipal types of services are in place
or are expected to be provided within the next five to ten years. Land uses include
residential (single and multi -family), commercial, institutional, transportation, industrial
parks, open space, industrial, and other urban land uses at high or moderate densities.
Residential densities are allowed in excess of an average of three dwelling units per acre.
All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted.
Community: This classification includes areas which are presently developed at
low densities and are suitable for septic tank usage. The classification includes Jasper,
Fort Barnwell, Askin, Cayton, Ernul, North Hadowe, Dover, Cove City, the Core Creek
Church area south of Cove City, and the Riverside -Honolulu area. Uses include single-
family residences, isolated general and convenience stores, churches, public facilities,
health care facilities, businesses, industrial development and mixed land uses at low
densities. Very limited municipal type services, including water service, may be available.
Sewer service may be provided to correct an existing or projected public health hazard.

Residential densities shall average two dwelling units per acre. All uses allowed by 15A '
NCAC 7H shall be permitted.
Urban Transition: Areas included in the urban transition classification are
presently being developed for urban purposes, or will be developed in the next five to ten
years. These areas will eventually require complete urban services. The urban transition '
areas include mixed land uses such as residential (single and multi -family), commercial,
institutional, industrial, industrial parks, transportation, and other uses approaching high
to moderate densities. Residential densities are allowed in excess of an average of three '
dwelling units per acre. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted.
Limited Transition: Areas included in the limited transition classification are areas '
which will experience increasing development during the next five to ten years. Some
municipal type services will be required. The limited transition classification is intended
for predominantly residential uses. However, some scattered commercial, health care,
and industrial development may occur. Clustering or development associated with
planned unit developments may be appropriate. Residential densities at an average of
three units per acre or less are acceptable. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be '
permitted.
Rural with Services: Areas included within the rural with services classification '
are developed at low density. This classification is delineated on Map 14. Land uses
include residential use where limited water and/or sewer services are provided in order
to avert existing or projected health problems, public facilities, health care facilities, '
commercial, and industrial uses. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted.
Lot sizes will be large and the provision of services will not disrupt the primary rural
character of the landscape. Residential densities shall average two dwelling units per
acre.
Rural: Areas included within the rural classification include lands that are '
appropriate for or presently used for agriculture, forestry, mineral extraction, and other
uses that should be located in a relatively isolated and undeveloped area. The
predominant land uses are agricultural, commercial forestry, residential, and scattered ,
industrial development. However, public facilities, health care facilities, on -site water and
sewer systems, hazardous or noxious uses, industrial, and commercial uses are allowed. '
In addition, all uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted. Rural water and sewer
systems may be available to help avert poor water quality and health problems.
Residential densities shall average two dwelling units per acre. ,
CONSERVATION CLASSIFICATIONS
Coastal Wetlands: This classification includes all areas of coastal wetlands which
include any salt marsh or other marsh subject to regular or occasional flooding by tides,
including wind tides. However, tidal flooding is understood not to include hurricane or
tropical storm tides. Because of map size and scale (Maps 14A and 14B), these areas
cannot be accurately mapped. Precise identification and locations must be made in the
field. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted. '
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Estuarine Shorelines: All areas lying 0-75 feet landward of the mean high water
level of estuarine waters are classified as estuarine shorelines. Because of map size and
scale, these area cannot be accurately mapped. Precise locations must be determined
in the field. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted.
Estuarine and Public Trust Waters: All public trust areas and estuarine waters
are included in this classification. All waters of Craven County are classified as estuarine
waters as described by 15A NCAC 71-1.0206 or public trust waters as described by 15A
NCAC 71-1.0207. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H shall be permitted.
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NOTE 1)
NOTE 2)
NOTE 3)
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COASTAL WETLANDS: THE COASTAL WETLAND
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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 WATER COURSES), PROVIDED THIS
SHALL NOT INCLUDE HURRICANE OR TROPICAL
STORM TIDES. PRECISE LOCATIONS OF ALL COASTAL
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ESTUARINE SHOREL24ES: ALL AREAS LYING 0-75'
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NORMAL WATER LEVEL OF ESTUARINE WATERS ARE
CLASSIFIED AS ESTUARINE SHORELINE AREAS.
PRECISE LOCATIONS MUST BE DETERMINED IN THE
FIELD.
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WATERS OF CRAVEN COUNTY ARE CLASSIFIED AS
ESTUARINE WATERS AS DESCRIBED BY 15A NCAC
7H.0206, OR PUBLIC TRUST AREAS AS DESCRIBED BY
i5A NCAC 7H.0207. ALL DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE
CONSISTENT WITH THE USE STANDARDS CONTAINED
IN i5A NCAC 7H.
THE RURAL WITH SERVICES "CORRIDORS" ARE ONE
MILE WIDE THEY EXTEND ONE-HALF MILE ON
ETHER SIDE OF THE ROAD ALONG WHICH THE
CLASSIFICATION IS LOCATED.

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EXTRATERRITORIAL JURISDICTION AREAS
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JURISDICTION
CORPORATE LIMIT LINES SEPARATING NEW
BERN/TRENT WOODS, NEW BERN/BRIDGETON
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AREAS ARE DEFINED BY 15A NCAC 7HA205 AS 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 WATER COURSES), PROVIDED THIS
SHALL NOT INCLUDE HURRICANE OR TROPICAL
STORM TIDES. PRECISE LOCATIONS OF ALL COASTAL
WETLAND AREAS MUST BE DETERMINED IN THE
ESTUARINE SHORELINES: ALL AREAS LYING 0-75'
LANDWARD OF THE MEAN HIGH WATER LEVEL OR
NORMAL WATER LEVEL OF ESTUARINE WATERS ARE
CLASSIFIED AS ESTUARINE SHORELINE AREAS.
PRECISE LOCATIONS MUST BE DETERMINED IN THE
ESTUARINE WATERS AND PUBLIC TRUST AREAS: ALL
WATERS OF CRAVEN COUNTY ARE CLASSIFIED AS
ESTUARINE WATERS AS DESCRIBED BY 15A NCAC
7H.0206, OR PUBLIC TRUST ARRAS AS DESCRIBED BY
15A NCAC 7H.0207. ALL DEVELOPMENT SHALL BE
CONSISTENT WITH THE USE STANDARDS CONTAINED
IN 15A NCAC 7H.
THE RURAL WITH SERVICES "CORRIDORS" ARE ONE
MILE WIDE THEY EXTEND ONE-HALF MILE ON
EITHER SIDE OF THE ROAD ALONG WHICH THE
CLASSIFICATION IS LOCATED.

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PROVIDED BY THE COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT ACT OF
1972, AS AMENDED, WHICH IS ADMINISTERED BY THE
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SECTION IV. CRAVEN COUNTY POLICY STATEMENTS
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SECTION IV: CRAVEN COUNTY POLICY STATEMENTS
L A. INTRODUCTION TO POLICY STATEMENTS
The previous sections of this plan identify a number of areas of concern dealing with
growth, development, and the environment. The plan also discusses many opportunities
and assets which exist within Craven County. This section provides policies designed to
address growth management and protect the county's assets. The policy statements
should address the desires and objectives of the citizens of Craven County, and respond
to the policy statement requirements of the Coastal Resources Commission as defined
by 15A NCAC 7B.
The policy statements are extremely important and have a day-to-day impact on
businesses and individual citizens within the county. The statements have an impact in
three areas:
• CAMA minor and major permitting as required by N.C.G.S.113A-118 prior to
undertaking any development in any area of environmental concern.
• Establishment of local planning policy.
• Review of proposed projects requiring state or federal assistance or approval to
determine consistency with local policies.
For the issuance of CAMA permits within areas of environmental concern, the state
defines minimum acceptable use standards which are defined by 15A NCAC 7H. A local
unit of government must adopt policies which are, at a minimum, equal to and consistent
with the state's minimum use standards. A local unit of government may adopt policies
which are more stringent than the minimum use standards. For example, the state
standards allow marinas to be located within estuarine waters if some minimum conditions
are met. A local government may adopt a policy stating that marinas will not be permitted
within estuarine waters, or allowed only if some additional local policies are met. If this
were to occur, a CAMA permit for marina construction in estuarine waters would not be
issued, or issued only if all local policies are satisfied. IT IS CRUCIAL THAT A LOCAL
GOVERNMENT UNDERSTAND THE IMPACT OF ITS POLICIES WITHIN AREAS OF
ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN.
The second area of land use plan application is that of establishing policies to guide the
jurisdiction's local planning. This may apply both within areas of environmental concern
where CAMA regulations apply and in' non-CAMA regulated areas of the county.
Non-CAMA-related recommendations must be implemented with local land use
ordinances such as zoning, development, or subdivision ordinances. If a land use plan
recommends that the average residential density should be three dwelling units per acre
within a particular area, then that density must be achieved through local regulatory
controls. (This should not be confused with the interaction of the land use plan with the
CAMA regulations and 15A NCAC 7H use standards).
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The final area of application is that of "Consistency Review". Proposals and applications
for state and federal assistance or requests for agency approval of projects are normally
reviewed against a jurisdiction's land use plan to determine if the project is consistent with
local policies. Inconsistencies of a project with local policies could serve as grounds for
denial or revision of a project. For example, an individual or agency may request state
approval to construct a nursing home/health care facility. If the proposed location of the
project is within an area in which the land use plan does not allow such a facility, the
project may be judged to be inconsistent with the local land use plan.
The Coastal Resources Commission requires all governments to specify stated
development policies under each one of five broad topics. These topics include:
-- Resource Protection
-- Resource Production and Management
-- Economic and Community Development
-- Continuing Public Participation
-- Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation Plans
Based on the analysis of existing conditions and trends, suggestions from the county's
citizens, and substantial input and guidance from the Craven County Planning
Department, the policies in the following sections have been formulated to provide guides
for regulating growth, development, and resource management throughout the planning
period in each separate area.
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B. RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICY STATEMENTS
IPHYSICAL LIMITATIONS
Soils: To mitigate existing septic tank problems and other restrictions on development
posed by soil limitations in Craven County, the county will:
(a) Enforce all current regulations of the N.C. State Building Code and Craven
County Health Department relating to building construction and septic tank
installation/ replacement in areas with soils restrictions.
(b) Coordinate all development activity with appropriate county and state regulatory
personnel, and in particular, with the Craven County Sanitarian.
(c) Support the development of central water and sewer systems in all areas of the
county.
d Development in areas where soil es have limited bearing capacity will not be
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encouraged. However, the county will permit development in such areas, as
long as such development complies with other local, state, and federal
environmental regulations.
(e) In areas with possible septic tank limitations, Craven County will remain
committed to decisions rendered by the Craven County Health Department's
Sanitarian.
(f) The county will cooperate with the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers in the
regulation/enforcement of the 404 wetlands permit process. However, additional
wetlands regulations will not be supported or locally imposed by the county.
Flood Hazard Areas:
(a) Craven County will continue to coordinate all development within the special
flood hazard area with the county's Inspections Department, North Carolina
Division of Coastal Management, FEMA, and the U.S. Corps of Engineers.
(b) Craven County realizes the inevitability of some development occurring in flood
prone areas. Therefore, the county will continue to participate in the National
Flood Insurance Program and enforce its "regular" Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance through the county building inspection program. Proposed
developments shall provide protective measures which comply with flood
insurance requirements.
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Groundwater/Protection of Potable Water Supplies:
(a) It shall be the policy of Craven County to conserve its surficial* groundwater
resources by enforcing CAMA and N.C. Division of Environmental Management
stormwater run-off regulations, and by coordinating local development activities
involving chemical storage or underground storage tank installation/abandonment
with Craven County Emergency Management personnel and the Groundwater
Section of the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management.
(b) Craven County's water system is supplied by a series of wells. Land uses near
groundwater sources are regulated by the North Carolina Division of
Environmental . Management through 15A N.C.A.C. Subchapters 2L and 2C.
Craven County recognizes the importance of protecting potable water supplies
and therefore supports the enforcement of these regulations. Also, the county
may consider adopting controls which will discourage development which may
encroach upon these wells.
Manmade Hazards:
(a) Craven County will support the technical requirements and state program
approval for underground storage tanks as prescribed by 15A NCAC 21­1, Criteria
and Standards Applicable to Underground Storage Tanks.
(b) Craven County opposes the disposal of any toxic wastes, as defined by the U.
S. Environmental Protection Agency's Listing of Hazardous Substances and
Priority Pollutants (developed pursuant to the Clean Water Act of 1977, within
the Craven County planning jurisdiction.
(c) Craven County supports continued growth and development of both the Cherry
Point Marine Corps Air Station and the Craven County Regional Airport.
Stormwater Runoff: Craven County will support state regulations relating to,
stormwater runoff resulting from development (Stormwater Disposal Policy 15A NCAC
21-1.001-.1003).
Cultural/Historic Resources:
(a) Craven County shall coordinate all housing rehabilitation/redevelopment projects
with the N. C. Division of Archives and History, to ensure that any significant
architectural details or buildings are identified and preserved. r
(b) Craven County will coordinate all public works projects with the N.C. Division of
Archives and History, to ensure the identification and preservation of significant
historic and archaeological sites.
*Groundwaters which are at or just below the surface.
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Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas:
(a) Industrial development which can comply with the use standards specified by
15A NCAC 7H may be located within conservation classified areas. Craven
County aggressively encourages the development of industry. The county does
not want any policies contained within this plan to prohibit industrial development
which meets all applicable state and federal regulations.
(b) The county, in cooperation with the incorporated municipalities, will continue to
support an active industrial recruitment program, as currently conducted by the
Craven County Committee of 100, seeking low pollution, light manufacturing
industries and those which do not require large commitments of water and/or
sewer.
(c) Craven County should seek technical assistance and financial help to develop
another industrial park, if the need dictates. The county also supports the
eventual development of an air industrial park near the airport for aviation -related
concerns.
ial prospects should be given a fair, case -by -
case
(e) The Economic Development Commission may represent to qualified industrial
clients the policy that Craven County will extend utility lines and/or make such
improvements to utility systems as may be required to cause such industry to
locate to a monetary amount not to exceed fifty (50) percent of the anticipated
tax revenue for the first five (5) years after the industry has completed
construction and occupied its facility.
MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCE PROTECTION
IPackage Treatment Plant Use:
(a) Craven County supports the construction of package treatment plants which are
approved and permitted by the State Division of Environmental Management.
As package plants are approved, Craven County supports requirement of a
specific contingency plan specifying how ongoing private operation and
maintenance of the plant will be provided, and detailing provisions for
assumption of the plant into a public system should the private operation fail.
(b) Craven County supports the discharge of package treatment plant effluent into
404 wetland areas.
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Marina and Floating Home Development: Craven County will enforce the following
policies to govern floating homes and marina development:
(a) Craven County will allow the construction and expansion of marinas, including
upland marinas, in all areas which satisfy the use standards for marinas as
specified in 15A NCAC 7H. This shall include marinas proposed for location
within Conservation areas.
(b) Craven County will allow construction of dry stack storage facilities for boats
associated either with or independent of marinas. All applicable state and
federal regulations must be satisfied.
(c) Floating homes are not an issue or problem in Craven County. However, the
county discourages the anchoring of floating homes within its planning
jurisdiction. Craven County will investigate the development of an ordinance to
regulate floating homes.
Development of Sound and Estuarine Islands: There are no estuarine system
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islands of any significance in Craven County's jurisdiction. For those islands which do
exist, Craven County does not oppose development of the islands if the development
satisfies the 15A NCAC 7H use standards.
Bulkhead Construction: Craven County supports the construction of bulkheads as
long as they fulfill the use standards set forth in 15A NCAC 7H.
Sea Level Rise: Craven County will implement the following policies to respond to sea
level rise:
(a) Craven County will continuously monitor the effects of sea level rise and update
the land use plan policies as necessary to protect the county's public and private
properties from rising water levels.
(b) Craven County will support bulkheading on the mainland to protect its shoreline
areas from intruding water resulting from rising sea level. I
C. RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
RECREATION RESOURCES
(a) Subject to available funds, Craven County supports a comprehensive
recreational program to provide a broad range of recreational facilities for its
citizens.
(b) As required by the Craven County Subdivision Ordinance, Craven County may
require the dedication of public shoreline access sites in subdivisions having two
hundred (200) or more lots after consideration of the following:
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• Topography, geology, access and location of land in the development
available for dedication;
• Location relative to residential population concentration;
• Size and shape of the development and land available for dedication;
• The feasibility of dedication;
• Availability and proximity of previously acquired public accessways;
• Consistency with the Craven County Land Use Plan.
(c) The county could seek donations of land, bargain sales, or grant funds in order
to obtain sites suitable for development as a water park or swimming area.
(d) In the long term, Craven County would like to see an additional boat access
ramp developed along the Neuse River that is free and open to the public.
(e) Generally, the county is committed to pursuing development of at least one
waterfront park or similar facility suitable for swimming, preferably along the
shoreline of the Neuse River.
Productive Agricultural Lands:
(a) Craven County supports and encourages use of the U.S. Soil Conservation
Service "Best Management Practices" program to protect productive agricultural
lands.
(b) Craven County, in recognition of the importance of agriculture to the county's
economy, believes that existing federal and state permitting procedures pose
enough limitations to the use of farmland in the county. Because of the soil
types and topography, the county recognizes that proper drainage is essential
and must be allowed to continue as needed, and as it does not result in
irreversible damage to environmentally sensitive areas.
Aquaculture: Craven County supports the development of aquaculture and mariculture
facilities.
Off -Road Vehicles: Craven County does not object to the responsible use of off -road
or all terrain wheeled vehicles in all areas except coastal wetlands.
Solid Waste:
(a) Craven County supports a regional multi -county approach to solid waste
management.
(b) Craven County favors the siting of recycling centers, transfer stations and solid
waste collection sites within all land classifications except those within the
conservation category.
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Productive Forest Lands: Craven County encourages and supports utilization of the
Forest Best Management Practices Manual, 1989, North Carolina Division of Forest
Resources for all forestry operations. The county believes that imposing additional
restrictions is not necessary at this time nor should be throughout the planning period.
Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Development Impacts on Resources:
Residential, commercial, and industrial development which meets 15A NCAC 7H use
standards will be allowed in estuarine shoreline, estuarine water, and public trust areas.
In all other areas, development will be allowed that is consistent with applicable local,
state and federal regulations.
Marine Resource Areas:
(a) Craven County supports the use standards for estuarine and public trust areas
as specified in 15A NCAC 7H.0207.
(b) Craven County reserves the right to comment on the individual policies and
requirements of the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries.
(c) The county will support enforcement of current state, federal, and local
regulations to improve water quality.
d Craven Count has reservations concerning the Albemarle -Pamlico
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Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan. The county recommends to
the Governor of the State of North Carolina and the General Assembly of the
State of North Carolina that the plan not be endorsed without (1) a thorough
examination of all the adverse economic consequences of plan implementation;
(2) a specific accounting of all of the costs of implementation and administration
of the plan, including additional state and local staff and restoration costs; (3) an
impact analysis being conducted on the tax base and related tax rates of
counties within the Albemarle -Pamlico study area; and (4) an analysis being,
conducted of the legal implications for the state and local governments imposing
substantial additional regulations on privately -owned property in the affected
region.
D. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT I
General: Craven County desires to expand its economic base, including tourism,
commercial fishing, retail and wholesale trade, real estate and construction, and
industrial development. Craven County will support growth and development at the
densities specified in the land classification definitions. The desired pattern of
development is shown on the Land Classification Map 13. The following Economic and
Community Development policies shall apply:
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(a) Craven County will remain committed to providing needed services, as
economically feasible, to accommodate new residential, commercial, and
industrial development in the county.
(b) The existing low density rural communities which are scattered throughout the
county are a long established residential pattern in Craven County. This pattern
will continue to be encouraged by the county.
(c) All newly developing subdivisions will have to adhere to the standards of the
county subdivision regulations.
(d) . The county believes that dense urban development should only take place where
both adequate water and sewer facilities are provided. This is especially true for
commercial and industrial land uses.
(e) Craven County, generally, would like to see development continue in areas
considered most feasible to accommodate the anticipated growth and
development, where support services such as water and sewer (including septic
tanks where necessary) are feasible, and where practical to provide.
(f) The county would like to see continued enforcement of existing density and
development controls, i.e., subdivision regulations and septic tank permits.
(g) Development will be permitted in some areas subject to erosion, provided
proposals comply with policies of this plan which apply to estuarine shorelines.
Water Supply:
(a) Craven County supports the extension of central water service into all areas of
the county, including the construction of lines to and through conservation areas
to serve development which meets all applicable state and federal regulations.
(b) Craven County supports the addition of wells to its system to increase water
supply.
(c) The county is aware that inappropriate land uses near well fields increase the
possibility of well contamination. Land uses near groundwater sources are
regulated by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management through
N.C.A.C. Subchapter 2L and Subchapter 2C. Craven County recognizes the
importance of protecting potable water supplies, and therefore. supports the
enforcement of these regulations.
(d) Craven County supports all efforts to secure available state and federal funding
for the construction and/or expansion of public and private water systems.
Sewer System:
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(a) Craven County supports the discharge of effluent into 404 wetland areas.
(b) Craven County supports a discharge point(s) into the Neuse River to alleviate
land application system(s) constrained by periods of extended wet weather.
(c) Craven County supports the extension of central sewer service into all areas of
the county, including'the construction of lines to and through conservation areas
to serve development which meets all applicable state and federal regulations.
(d) Craven County supports all efforts to secure available state and federal funding
for the construction and/or expansion of public and private sewer systems.
Stormwater: Craven County will cooperate with the NCDOT, the North Carolina
Division of Environmental Management, and other state agencies in mitigating the
impact of stormwater runoff on all conservation classified areas.
Energy Facility Siting and Development: Craven County will implement the following
energy facility siting and development policies:
(a) Except for the Craven County Industrial Park energy generating facility, there are
no electric generating plants located in or proposed for Craven County,
However, the county will review proposals for development of electric generating
plants, or plants associated with peat mining, on a case -by -case basis, judging
the need for the facility against all identified possible adverse impacts.
(b) Craven County will not oppose offshore drilling operations and onshore support
facilities for which an environmental impact statement has been prepared with
a finding of no significant impact on the environment.
Redevelopment of Developed Areas: The most significant redevelopment issues
facing Craven County through 2000 are substandard housing and reconstruction
following a major storm. During the planning period, the county will attempt to correct
its worst substandard housing conditions by implementing the following:
(a) The county should adopt a minimum housing code. The entire county will
benefit from improved control of structural conditions. Caution must be
exercised in the implementation of this effort. Craven County does not desire
to displace families or unreasonably require building demolition. However, the
county does intend to require that buildings which are a health hazard and which
detract from community appearance be removed.
(b) The county will apply for Community Development Block Grant Community
Revitalization, HOME and North Carolina Housing Finance Agency funds.
(c) All redevelopment efforts will be coordinated with the Craven County Building
Inspections Department.
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(d) The county will continue to work with the City of New Bern in encouraging
redevelopment activities of the waterfront area, such as Union Point Park, and
other projects of mutual interest and concern.
The second redevelopment concern is reconstruction following a hurricane or other
natural disaster. The Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Evacuation
Plan provides policies for responding to hurricanes or other natural disasters. Those
policies address reconstruction needs. The county will allow the reconstruction of any
structures demolished by natural disaster when the reconstruction complies with all
applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Estuarine Access: Craven County supports the state's shoreline access policies as
set forth in Chapter 15A, Subchapter 7M of the North Carolina Administrative Code.
The county will conform to CAMA and other state and federal environmental regulations
affecting the development of estuarine access areas. Craven County supports
participation in state/local sponsored shoreline access projects.
Types and Locations of Desired Industry: Industrial development is crucial to
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economic growth in Craven County. The county's heavy reliance on employment in the
service, agricultural, and forestry sectors should be balanced by the development of a
base of industrial/manufacturing employment. Therefore, Craven County supports all
industrial development which satisfies applicable state and federal regulations.
Commitment to State and Federal Programs: Craven County is receptive to all state
and federal programs which provide improvements to the county. The county will
continue to fully support such programs, especially the following: the North Carolina
Department of Transportation road and bridge improvement programs, the CAMA
planning process and permitting programs, the Community Development Block Grant
program, North Carolina Housing Finance Agency programs, the U. S. Army Corps of
Engineers channel maintenance projects, all state/federal funding programs to support
development of water/sewer systems, programs which may provide funding for solid
waste disposal facilities, USDA funded drainage and erosion control projects, shoreline
access projects, and state/federal projects to enhance economic development and
tourism.
Assistance in Channel Maintenance: Proper maintenance of channels is very
important to Craven County because of the substantial economic impact of commercial
fisheries and tourism. If silt or other deposits fill in the channels, safe and efficient
movement of commercial fishing, recreational vehicles, and transport vessels could be
impeded. Craven County will. consider on a case -by -case basis the provision of
assistance to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and/or state officials to obtain spoil
sites, provide financial aid, and assist in securing or providing easements for work.
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Tourism: Craven County will implement the following policies to further the
development of tourism:
(a) Craven County will support North Carolina Department of Transportation projects
to improve access to the county.
(b) Craven County will support projects that will increase public access to shoreline
areas.
(c) Craven County will continue to support the activities of the North Carolina
Division of Travel and Tourism; specifically, the monitoring of tourism -related
industry, efforts to promote tourism -related commercial activity, and efforts to
enhance and provide shoreline resources.
(d) Craven County will continue to support its Tourism Development Authority
through the employment of a full-time director.
(e) Craven County will continue to participate in the "Keep America Beautiful"
campaign.
Transportation:
(a) Craven County supports the following transportation improvements and
programs:
(1) U. S. 70, New Bern planning area to S. R. 1106.
(2) N. C. 101, Havelock planning area to Carteret County.
(3) U. S. 17, U. S. 17 Bypass to New Bern planning area.
(4) S. R. 1756 (Lake Road), Havelock planning area to Carteret County.
(5) River Road, S. R. 1440 to N. C. 43.
(6) Streets Ferry Road, U. S. 70 Business to S. R. 1444.
(7) N. C. 43, Pitt County to N. C. 118.
(8) N. C. 55, U. S. 17 to N. C. 304, Craven -Pamlico counties. Upgrade
existing roadway.
(9) New Bern, U. S. 17, S. R. 1278 (Trent Road) to U. S. 70 Business,
Craven County. Upgrade existing roadway.
(10) U. S. 17, New Bern Bypass to Washington Bypass, Craven -Beaufort
counties. Widen existing roadway to a multi -lane facility.
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(11) U. S. 70, Havelock Bypass, Craven County. Four -lane divided facility on
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(12) N. C. 118, replace bridge over Swift Creek.
(13) S. R. 1470, replace bridge over Neuse River overflow.
(14) S. R. 1005, replace bridge over Core Creek.
(15) S. R. 1746, replace ridge over Slocum Creek.
(16) U. S. 17 - N. C. 55, replace bridge over Neuse River.
(17) U. S. 70 Business, replace bridge over Trent River.
(18) All Craven County Regional Airport improvements indicated in the airport's
five-year transportation improvement program. This includes but it not
limited to construction of a new terminal building and extension of runway
13-31.
(19) Implementation of the North Carolina Department of Transportation,
Division of Highways, wildflower research project throughout the county.
(b) Craven County supports construction of the North Carolina Global Transpark and
implementation of a regional economic zone, and special sales tax to support the
Global Transpark.
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E. CONTINUING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
As the initial step in the preparation of this document, Craven County mainland
prepared and adopted a "Citizen Participation Plan." The plan outlined the
methodology for citizen involvement (see Appendix V). Public involvement was
generated through public information meetings and development of the plan by the
Craven County Planning Board.
A public information meeting was conducted at the outset of the project on
November 16, 1992, at 10:30 a.m. in the Craven County Administration Building in New
/j Bern. Subsequently,, meetings of the Planning Board were held on December 13,
! 1992; January 28, 1993; March 9, 1993; March 25, 1993; and April 22, 1993. All
meetings were advertised and open to the public. The Board of Commissioners
conducted a public information meeting for review and comment on the plan on June
7, 1993. The meeting was advertised in the Sun Journal.
The preliminary plan was submitted to the Coastal Resources Commission for
comment on June 11, 1993. Following receipt of CRC comments, the plan was
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amended, and a formal public hearing on the final document was conducted on
December 6, 1993. The public hearing was advertised in the Sun Journal on
November 5, 1993. The plan was approved by the Craven County Board of
Commissioners on December 6, 1993, and submitted to the Coastal Resources
Commission for certification. The plan was. certified on January 28, 1994.
Citizen input will continue 'to be solicited, primarily through the Planning Board,
with advertised and adequately publicized public meetings held to discuss special land
use issues and to keep citizens informed.
F. STORM HAZARD MITIGATION POLICIES
The effect of storm related flooding in Craven County is discussed on pages 1-59
through 1-62 of the Land Use Plan, and areas subject to storm surge flooding are
shown on Map 6, page 1-61. The most severely affected section of the county during
a major storm would be the eastern area of the county east of Clubfoot Creek where
a Category 3 storm would inundate almost the entire area. All developed areas of
Craven County are subject to wind damage.
Hazard mitigation, or actions taken to reduce the probability or impact of a
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disaster could involve a number of activities or policy decisions. The starting point,
however, is to identify the types of hazards (including the relative severity and
magnitude of risks), and the extent of development (including residential, commercial,
etc.) located in storm hazard areas.
Hurricanes are extremely powerful, often unpredictable forces of nature. The
four causes of fatalities and property damage are high winds, flooding, wave action,
and erosion. Two of these, high winds and flooding, apply to Craven County.
Policy Statements: Storm Hazard Mitigation
In order to minimize the damage potentially caused by the effects of a hurricane or
other major storm, Craven County proposes the following policies:
High Winds
Craven County supports enforcement of the N.C. State Building Code. The
county will continue to enforce the State Building Code on wind resistant
construction with design standards of 110 mph wind loads.
Floodinq
Craven Countyis an active participant in the National Flood Insurance program
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and is supportive of hazard mitigation elements. The county is participating in
the regular phase of the insurance program. This program is administered
locally by the Craven County Building Inspector. When reviewing development
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proposals, the county will work to reduce density in areas susceptible to flooding.
In addition, the county will encourage the public purchase of land in the most
hazardous areas.
1. Mitigation Policies Related to Redevelopment of Hazard Areas After
a Storm
Reconstruction of damaged properties in Craven County after a storm will
be subject to the following:
° The North Carolina Building Code requires any building damaged in
excess of 50 percent of its value to conform with code requirements for
new buildings when repaired. (This will be particularly beneficial in the
Ievent of wind damage.)
The Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance requires that all existing
structures must comply with requirements related to elevation above the
100-year floodplain elevation and floodproofing if they are substantially
improved. A substantial improvement is defined as "any repair, recon-
struction, or improvement of a building, the cost of which equals or
exceeds 50 percent of the market value of the building either before the
improvement or repair is started, or before damage occurred if the
building has been damaged."
Evacuation Plans
The county will coordinate evacuation planning with all county agencies and
municipalities. Craven County will encourage motels, condominiums, and multi --
family developments (five or more dwelling units) to post evacuation instructions
that identify routes and the locations of available public shelters. The county will
update an evacuation route map annually. Copies will be kept at the County
Administration Building in New Bern for free distribution to the public.
Implementation: Storm Hazard Mitigation
County will continue to enforce the standards of the State Building
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2. The county will continue to support enforcement of State and Federal
programs which aid in mitigation of hurricane hazards, including CAMA,
FEMA, as well as local ordinances such as zoning and flood damage
prevention regulations.
3. The county will discourage high density development in high hazard areas
through implementation of the county's Subdivision Ordinance.
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4. Craven County supports the public acquisition of high hazard areas with
state and federal funds when voluntary acquisition can be accomplished.
The county discourages condemnation of land for this purpose.
5. Developed structures which were destroyed or sustained "major damage"
and which did not conform to Craven County's building regulations, and
other storm hazard mitigation policies, i.e., basic measures to reduce
damage by high winds, flooding, wave action or erosion, must be repaired
or redeveloped according to those policies. In some instances, this may
mean relocation of construction, or no reconstruction at all. Building
permits to restore destroyed or "major" damaged structures which were
built in conformance with the county's building code and county storm
hazard mitigation policies shall be issued automatically. All structures
suffering major damage will be repaired according to the State Building
Code and county Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. All structures
suffering minor damage, regardless of location, will be allowed to be
rebuilt to the original condition prior to the storm.
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IPOST -DISASTER RECONSTRUCTION PLAN AND POLICIES
IA. Introduction
This post -disaster plan provides a program which will permit Craven County to deal with
the aftermaths of a storm in an organized and efficient manner. The plan provides the
mechanisms, procedures, and policies that will enable the county to learn from its storm
experiences and to rebuild the developed areas in a wise and practical manner.
The post -disaster reconstruction plan encompasses three distinct reconstruction periods:
° The emergency period is the reconstruction phase immediately after a storm.
Emphasis will be -placed on restoring public health and safety, assessing the
nature and extent of storm damage, and qualifying for and obtaining whatever
federal and state assistance might be available.
■ ° The restoration period covers the weeks and months following a storm disaster.
■ Emphasis will be placed on restoring community facilities, utilities, essential
businesses, etc., so that the county and its municipalities can once again function
in a normal manner.
° The replacement reconstruction period will be the period during which the county
is rebuilt. This period may last from months to years depending on the nature and
extent of the damaged incurred.
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It is important that county officials clearly understand the joint federal -state -local
procedures for providing assistance to rebuild after a storm so that county damage
assessment and reconstruction efforts are carried out in an efficient manner that will
qualify Craven County for the different types of assistance that are available. The
requirements are generally delineated in the Disaster Relief Act of 1974 (P.L. 93-288)
which authorizes a wide range of financial and direct assistance to both local communities
and individuals. The sequence of procedures to be followed after a major storm event
is as follows:
1. Craven County damage assessment teams survey storm damage within the
county.
2. Damage information is compiled and summarized and the nature and extent
of damage is reported to the North Carolina Division of Emergency
Management (DEM).
3. DEM comP iles local data and makes recommendations to the Governor
concerning state action.
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4. The Governor may request a Presidential declaration of "emergency" or
"major disaster." A Presidential declaration would make a variety of federal
resources available to Craven County, its municipalities and individuals.
5. Federal Relief assistance provided to a community after an "emergency"
has been declared typically ends one month after the initial Presidential
declaration. Where a "major disaster" has been declared, federal
assistance for "emergency" work typically ends six months after the
declaration and federal assistance for "permanent" work ends after 18
months.
The following summarizes the reconstruction emphasis of current federal disaster
assistance programs:
° Executive Order 1198 (Floodplain Management) directs all federal agencies to
avoid either directly or indirectly supporting future unwise development in
floodplains (e.g., through sewer grants in locations that foster floodplain
development.)
° Section 406 of the Disaster Relief Act can require communities, as a
prerequisite for federal disaster assistance, to take specific actions to mitigate
future flood losses.
Craven County maintains a comprehensive listing of the Federal Disaster Assistance
Programs that may be available to the county following a major storm. The programs
identified fall into the categories of Temporary Housing, Individual Assistance, and Assis-
tance to Local and State Governments.
The remainder of this chapter presents recommended recovery procedures in the general
sequence of response by the county. While damage assessment (Sections B and C) will
be the first operations conducted by the county after a disaster, it should be realized that
the recommended recovery operations (Section D) will begin simultaneously. The
remainder of this chapter is, therefore, organized as follows:
1. Procedures that Craven County should follow to carry out its damage assessment
program to meet all federal and state requirements including organization of the
damage assessment team and recommended damage assessment procedures.
2. An overall organizational framework for restoration operations after the emergency
period.
3. Replace me nt/reconstruction policies that the county should adopt to insure that
future development that does occur in local hazard areas is constructed in a
manner consistent with sound land use planning, public safety considerations, and
existing and evolving federal and state policy.
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iB. Organization of Local Damage Assessment Team
A local damage assessment team should include individuals who are qualified to give
reliable estimates of the original value of structures, an estimated value of sustained
damages, and a description of the repairs. Additionally, the logistics involved in assess-
ing damage in unincorporated sections of the county after a major storm will necessitate
the organization of several damage assessment teams in Craven County. The following
are recommended team members.
Public Property Survey Team
County Manager
County Department Head(s)
Professional Engineer
Architect *
Sheriff's Deputy (driver)
Business and Industry Survey Team
Tax Assessor
Building Inspector
Industrial/Commercial Real Estate Broker
Chamber of Commerce Representative
Architect *
Committee of 100 representative
Sheriff's Deputy (driver)
Private Dwelling Survey Team
Tax Assessor .
Building Inspector
Residential Real Estate Broker
Building Contractor *
Sheriff's Deputy (driver)
I*Community volunteers, if available.
The Emergency Management Coordinator should immediately undertake a recruitment
effort to secure the necessary volunteers and to establish a training program to familiarize
the members of the damage assessment team with required damage classification proce-
dures and reporting requirements. It is suggested that the county assume the
responsibility for developing and implementing a training program for both county damage
assessment teams and the local damage assessment teams that the municipalities may
establish. In establishing the county teams, it must be recognized that it might be very
difficult to fill certain positions, such as the building contractor position, because the
services of individuals with such skills will likely be in great demand after a storm disaster.
A commitment from the Home Builders Association may be a way of guaranteeing
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needed assistance. Additionally, the Emergency Management Coordinator should
establish an active"volunteer file;" volunteers should have standing instructions where to
automatically report following a storm. Damage assessment forms and procedures
should be prepared now and distributed to volunteers as part of the training program.
C. Damage Assessment Procedures and Requirements
Damage assessment is defined as rapid means of determining a realistic estimate of the
amount of damage caused by a natural or manmade disaster. For a storm disaster, it is
expressed in terms of 1) number of structures damaged; 2) magnitude of damage by
structure type; 3).estimated total dollar loss; and 4) estimated total dollar loss covered
by insurance.
After a major storm event, members of the Damage Assessment Team should report to
the Emergency Operations Center for a. briefing from the Emergency Management
Coordinator. Private pilots may provide assistance during the damage assessment
phase. The first phase of the assessment should consist of only an external visual survey
of damaged structures. A more detailed second phase assessment can be made after
the initial damage reports are filed.
The initial damage assessment should make an estimate of the extent of damage
incurred by each structure and identify the cause (wind, flooding, wave action,
combination, etc.) of the damage to each structure. This first phase assessment should
be made by "windshield" survey.
Damaged structures should be classified in accordance with the suggested state
guidelines as follows:
• Destroyed (repairs would cost more than 50 percent of value).*
• Major (repairs would cost more than 30 percent of the value).
• Minor (repairs would cost less than 30 percent of the value, but the
structure is currently uninhabitable).
• Habitable (some minor damage, with repairs less than 15 percent of the
value).
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*Note: Any structure which is located in an AEC that is damaged over 50% of its value
is considered destroyed under CAMA regulations, and a new CAMA permit will be
required for reconstruction.
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It will be necessary to thoroughly document each assessment. In many cases, mail
boxes and other information typically used to identify specific structures will not be found.
Consequently, the Damage Assessment Team must be provided with tax maps (aerial
photographs with property line overlays), other maps and photographic equipment in order
to record and document its field observations. Enough information to complete the
Damage Assessment Worksheet must be obtained on each damaged structure.
The second phase of the Damage Assessment Operation will be to estimate the value
of the damages sustained. This operation should be carried out in the Emergency
Operations Center under the direction and supervision of the Emergency Management
Coordinator. A special team consisting of county tax clerks, tax assessment personnel,
and other qualified staff should be organized by the Emergency Management Coordinator.
This team should then be incorporated into this Damage Assessment Plan.
In order to estimate total damage values, it will be necessary to have the following
information available for use at the Emergency Operations Center:
• A set of property tax maps (including aerial photographs) identical to those
utilized by the damage assessment field team.
- County maps delineating areas assigned to each team.
• Copies of all county property tax records. This information should indicate the
estimated value of all commercial and residential structures within the county.
Because time will be of the essence, it is recommended that the county immedi-
ately commence a project listing the property values of existing structures in
unincorporated areas of the county on the appropriate lots of the property tax
maps that will be kept at the Emergency Operations Center. This should be
1 completed now in advance of a storm. The information will prove invaluable if a
storm disaster does occur. This set of tax maps should be updated annually prior
to the hurricane season.
The flood insurance policy coverage for property owners in flood hazard areas should be
updated before each hurricane season. This can be accomplished in concert with the
local mortgage institutions. Annual updates should be disseminated to each town and
kept available in the Emergency Operations Center for estimating the value of sustained
damages covered by hazard insurance.
In order to produce the damage value information required, the following methodology is
recommended:
1. The number of businesses and residential structures that have been damaged
within unincorporated areas of the county should be summarized by damage
classification category.
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2. The value of each damaged structure should be obtained from the marked set of
tax maps and multiplied by the following percentages* for appropriate damage
classification category:
• Destroyed - 100%
• Major Damage - 50%
• Minor Damage (uninhabitable) - 25%
• Habitable - 10%
'These percentages are to be used only for assigning damage value; they do not
agree with the structural damage percentages on page IV-20.
3. The total value of damages for the unincorporated areas of the county should then
be summarized.
4. The estimated value loss covered by hazard insurance should then be determined
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by: 1) estimating full coverage for all damaged structures -for situations where the
average value of such coverage exceeds the amount of damage to the structure;
and 2) multiplying the number of structures where damage exceeds the average
value of insurance coverage by the average value of such coverage.
5. Damage assessment reports should be obtained from each incorporated area and
the data should then be consolidated into a single county damage assessment
report which should be forwarded to the appropriate state officials.
6. Damage to public roads and utility systems should be estimated by utilizing current
construction costs for facilities by lineal foot (e.g., 10' water line replacement cost
= X$/L.F.).
The Damage Assessment Plan is intended to be the mechanism for estimating overall
property damage in the event of a civil disaster. The procedure recommended above
represents an approach for making a relatively quick, realistic "order of magnitude"
damage estimate after a disaster. However, the organization and data collection must
be completed prior to the storm event.
D. Organization of Recovery Operation I
Damage assessment operations are oriented to take place during the emergency period.
After the emergency operations to restore public health and safety and the initial damage
assessments are completed, the state guidelines suggest that a Recovery Task Force to
guide restoration and reconstruction activities be created to guide restoration and
reconstruction activities during a post -emergency phase which could last from weeks to
possibly more than a year. The responsibilities of the Task Force will be:
1. Establishing an overall restoration schedule. I
2. Setting restoration priorities, in advance, by definition.
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3. Determining requirements for outside assistance and requesting such assistance
when beyond local capabilities. (Pre -disaster agreement, procedures, contact
persons, should be defined before the disaster event.)
4. Keeping the appropriate state officials informed using Situation and Damage
Report.
5. Keeping the public informed.
6. Assembling and maintaining records of actions taken and expenditures and
obligations incurred. Standardized forms should be developed in advance and
kept on file at the EOC.
7. Proclaiming a local "state of emergency" if warranted.
8. Commencing cleanup, debris removal and utility restoration activities which would
include coordination of restoration activities undertaken by private utility
companies.
9. Undertaking repair and restoration of essential public facilities and services in
accordance with priorities developed through the situation evaluations.
10. Assisting private businesses and individual property owners in 1) obtaining
information on the various types of assistance that might be available from federal
and state agencies, 2) in understanding the various assistance programs, and
3) applying for such assistance. When a major storm does eventually hit Craven
County and major damages occur, consideration should be given to establishing
a Community Assistance Team within the appropriate county department to carry
out the above functions as long as there is a need to do so.
The following sequence of activities and schedule is submitted as a guide which should
be considered by the Recovery Task Force and reviewed as necessary after the damage
assessment activities are completed.
Activity
1)
Complete initial damage assessment
2)
Complete second phase damage
assessment
3)
Prepare summary of reconstruction
priorities and master reconstruction
schedule
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Decision with regard to imposition of
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Time Frame
Immediately after storm passes
Completed by second week after the
storm
Completed one week after second
phase damage assessment is
completed
One week'after second phase
damage assessment is completed

Activity
5) Set reconstruction priorities and
prepare master reconstruction
schedule
6)
7)
8)
9)
10)
11)
Begin repairs to critical utilities and
facilities
Permitting of reconstruction activities
for all structures receiving minor
damage not included in development
moratorium areas
Permitting of reconstruction activities
for all structures receiving major
damage not included in development
moratorium areas
Initiate assessment of existing
mitigation policies
Complete reevaluation of hazard
areas and mitigation policies in areas
subjected to development moratorium
Review mitigation policies and
development standards for areas
subjected to development moratorium
and lift development moratorium
12) Permit new development
E. Recommended Reconstruction Policies
Time Frame
Completed one week after summary
of reconstruction needs is completed
As soon as possible after disaster
One week after second phase
damage assessment is completed
Two weeks after second phase
damage assessment is completed
Two weeks after second phase
damage assessment is completed
The length of the period for
conducting reevaluations and
receiving input from the state should
not exceed two months
Two months after temporary
development moratorium is imposed.
(Subject to change based on
circumstances encountered)
Upon suspension of any temporary
development moratorium
It is recommended that the Craven County Task Force consist of the following individuals:
• Chairman of the Board of County Commissioners
• Craven County Manager
• Emergency Management Coordinator
• Chief County Tax Appraiser
• Craven County Building Inspector
• Craven County Planning Director
The following policies have been designed 1) to be considered and adopted by the
Craven County Board of Commissioners prior to a storm; and 2) implemented, as
appropriate, after a storm occurs.
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IPermitting
1. Building permits to restore structures located outside of designated AEC areas that
Were previously built in conformance with local codes, standards, and the
provisions of the North Carolina Building Code shall be issued automatically.
2. All structures suffering major damages as defined in the county's Damage
Assessment Plan shall be repaired or rebuilt to conform with the provisions of the
North Carolina Building Code and the Craven County Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance,
3. All structures suffering minor damage as defined in the Craven County Damage
Assessment Plan shall be permitted to be rebuilt to their original state before the
storm condition.
4. For all structures in designated AECs, a determination shall be made for each AEC
as to whether the provisions of the N.C. Building Code, the state regulations for
Areas of Environmental Concern and the Craven County Flood Prevention
Ordinance. For areas where the construction and use requirements appear
adequate, permits shall be issued in accordance with permitting policies 1, 2 and
3. For AECs where the construction and use requirements do not appear to have
been adequate in mitigating -damages, a Temporary Development Moratorium for
all structures located within that specific AEC shall be imposed.
5. For all structures located outside of � designated AEC's all provisions of the N. C.
Building Code and the Craven County Flood Prevention Ordinance shall be
satisfied.
6. Permits shall not be issued in areas subject to a Temporary Displacement
Moratorium until such a moratorium is lifted by the Craven County Board of
Commissioners.
Utility and Facility Reconstruction
1. When state/federal funds are available, all damaged water and sewer systems
(both public and private) shall be repaired so as to be elevated above the 100-year
floodplain or shall be floodproofed, with the methods employed and the
construction being certified by a registered professional engineer.
2. When state/federal funds are available, all damaged roads used as major
evacuation routes in flood hazard areas shall be repaired so as to be elevated at
least one foot above the 100-year floodplain elevation.
3. When state/federal funds are available, all local roads that have to be completely
rebuilt shall be elevated so as to be above the 100-year floodplain elevation.
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Temporary Development Moratorium
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Under certain circumstances, interim development moratoriums can be used in order to
give a local government time to assess damages, to make sound decisions and to learn
from its storm experiences. Such a moratorium must be temporary and it must be
reasonably related to the public health, safety and welfare.
It is not possible to determine prior to a storm whether a temporary development
moratorium will be needed. Such a measure should only be used if damage in a
particular area is very serious and if redevelopment of the area in the same manner as
previously existed would submit the residents of the area to similar public health and
safety problems. The Craven County policy regarding the proclamation of temporary
development moratoriums shall be to:
Require the Craven County Recovery Task Force to assess whether a
Temporary Development Moratorium is needed within one week after the
damage assessment process is completed. Such an assessment should
clearly document why such a moratorium is needed, delineate the specific
uses that would be affected by the moratorium, propose a specific schedule
of activities and actions that will be taken during the moratorium period, and
establish a specific time period during which the moratorium will be in effect.
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SECTION V. RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES AND
LAND CLASSIFICATIONS
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SECTION V: RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES AND LAND CLASSIFICATIONS
The 15A NCAC 7B planning guidelines require that the Craven County Land Use Plan
relate the policies section to the land classification map and provide an indication of the
land uses considered appropriate in each land classification. The county does not have
county -wide zoning. Therefore, consistency between the land classification system and
zoning is not an issue. The county's subdivision ordinance was updated in 1989 to
ensure consistency with the land use planning program.
A. DEVELOPED CLASS
The developed classification includes Fairfield Harbor, James City, and the U. S. 70
corridor between New Bern and Havelock. The incorporated areas of New Bern,
Bridgeton, Havelock, Vanceboro, River Bend, and Trent Woods are under the jurisdiction
of their own land use plans. These will be high growth areas requiring the full range of
urban services. The developed class will accommodate all normal land uses including:
single and multi -family residential, commercial, public and semi-public, institutional,
transportation, and industrial.
B. COMMUNITY CLASS
Moderate density development, three dwelling units per acre or less, will be allowed
in this classification. Water and sewer utilities will be provided to eliminate health
hazards. Land uses will be limited to single and multi -family residential usage and
commercial/service uses necessary to support residential development. Support uses
shall include: general and convenience stores, public facilities, health care facilities,
service facilities, and offices. The community class may include some light industrial
development. This classification includes Jasper, Fort Barnwell, Askin, Cayton, Ernul,
North Harlowe, the Core Creek Church area south of Cove City, and the Riverside -
Honolulu area.
C. URBAN TRANSITION
Areas classified urban transition will provide lands to accommodate future urban
growth within the planning period. The average development densities will be less than
the developed class densities and greater than the limited transition class densities.
These areas may be able to support urban development by being generally free of
physical limitations and be served or accessible to service by urban services.
Development may include mixed land uses such as single and multi -family residential,
commercial, institutional, transportation, industrial, and other uses at high to moderate
densities. Urban services should include water, sewer, streets, police, and fire protection.
The urban transition areas are concentrated along the U. S. 70 developed corridor, U. S.
17 south of New Bern and north and east of Bridgeton.
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D. LIMITED TRANSITION CLASS I
The limited transition classification provides for controlled development with some
urban services. This classification exists along N. C. 101 east of Havelock and generally
in the Clubfoot and Adams Creek areas. In both locations, the classification extends
one-half mile from the centerline of N.C. 304 on both sides of the highway. This
classification will require the development of some urban services including water and
sewer utilities. The predominant land use will be moderate density residential
development. However, other urban land uses including the following will be allowed:
commercial, public and semi-public, multi -family residential, service, office, institutional,
commercial, and light industrial.
E. RURAL WITH SERVICES CLASS
The rural with services classification provides for very low density land uses,
including residential, where limited water services are provided in order to avert an
existing or projected health problem. Central sewer service may be provided. The areas
included are those which are expected to be provided water service during the planning.
This category is essential to support expansion of the Craven County water system. The
classification is located along most U. S., N. C., and secondary roads located north and
west of New Bern. It is the intent of this plan that the rural with services classification
follow the location of the county's Farmers Home Administration funded water system.
The corridors following the waterlines are intended to be one -mile wide. They extend
one-half mile on either side of the road along which the classification is located. Other
services such as volunteer fire protection, rescue service, health care facilities, and
government services to include prisons are allowed. Business and industrial development
uses and activities should be allowed. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H will be
permitted.
F. RURAL CLASS
The rural class is the broadest of the land classes and is designated to provide for
agriculture, forest management, mineral extraction and other low intensity uses.
Residences may be located within the rural class where urban services are not required
and where natural resources will not be permanently impaired. Some large developments
may be encouraged in the rural class when there is an absence of otherwise suitable land
within the developed and transition classes and/or when there is a possible adverse
development. Such large developments or uses include industrial parks, land application
sewer systems, and power plants. Public facilities, health care facilities, businesses, on -
site water and septic tank use, industrial uses, hazardous or noxious uses, and
government services to include prisons are allowed. In addition, all uses allowed by 15A
NCAC 7H will be permitted.
G. CONSERVATION CLASS I
The conservation classes are designated to provide for effective long-term
management of significant limited or irreplaceable areas which include the following
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categories: coastal wetlands, estuarine shorelines, primary nursery areas, estuarine and
public trust waters, and outstanding resource waters. Policy statements under Resource
Protection and Resource Production and Management in Section IV of this plan address
the county's intentions under this classifications. The locations of this classification are
shown on Map 14. All uses allowed by 15A NCAC 7H will be permitted.
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APPENDIX I
Subdivision
Location
Date of App. # of Lots
1. Beaman Fork Phase 2
Hwy. 55W
03/13/89
1
2. Beaman Fork Phase 3
Hwy. 55W
03/05/90
1
3. Beaver Dam Sect. 1A
Spring Garden Road, SR 1401
06/06/88
2
4. Beachwood
Hwy. 43
11 /05/90
8
5. Bettie Dawson
Williams Road, SR 1457
01/06/92
5
6. Bridge Pointe Harbor Ph. I
Howell Road, SR 1167
05/18/92
14
7. Broad Creek Woods
Broad Creek Road, SR 1600
11/05/90
12
8. Capito Subdivision
Adams Creek Road, SR 1700
04/17/89
2
9. Carolee Roming
U.S. Hwy. 17
07/05/89
1
Loraine Skeen
U.S. Hwy. 17
07/05/89
1
Robert Mann
U.S. Hwy. 17
07/05/89
1
Delores McDavid
U.S. Hwy. 17
07/05/89
1
Joseph McDavid
U.S. Hwy. 17
07/05/89
1
10. Carolina Greens Phase I
Carolina Blvd., SR 1176
11 /02/87
23
11. Carolina Greens Phase II
Carolina Blvd., SR 1176
08/03/92
18
12. Carolina Pines Estates Sect. 9A
Carolina Blvd., SR 1176
05/07/90
4
13. Carolina Pines Estates Sect. 9B
Carolina Blvd., SR 1176
08/03/92
2
14. Carrie McCoy Subdivision
Riverside Road, SR 1459
05/15/89
7
15. Carson's Ridge
Temple Point Road, SR 1711
07/05/89
3
16. Cherry Branch Phase 2
Ferry Road, SR 1716
05/05/87
15
17. Cherry Branch White Horse Run Sect. 1
Ferry Road, SR 1716
12/21/87
39
18. Cherry Branch West Phase I
N.C. Hwy. 306
01 /03/89
47
19. Cheery Branch West Phase 11
N.C. Hwy. 306
08/06/90
31
20. Coaches Creek
Becton Road, SR 1704
08/01/88
24
21. Conner Estates
Old Cherry Point Road, SR 1113
08/19/91,
15
22. Country Acres
SR 1463
10/02/89
6
23. Creekside Phase 11
New Liberty Road, SR 1226
02/04/91
3
24. Crooked Creek
Loop Road, SR 1252
02/04/91
4
25. Cypress Hills Phase I
Brices Creek Road, SR 1004
12/18/89
8
26. Deer Run Phase I
Crump Farm Road, SR 1144
06/15/92
28
27. Deerfield Phase III
Rocky Run Road, SR-1221
09/08/87
6
28. Deerfield Phase IV
Rocky Run Road, SR 1221
11/07/88
23
29. Deerfield Phase V
Rocky Run Road, SR 1221
03/13/89
13
30. Doris S. Forrest Subdivision
Old Washington Road, SR 1641
12/21/87
1
31. Donald Ward Subdivision
Up Creek Road, SR 1239
03/16/92
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Subdivision
32. Donna Ballance
33. Hines Park Sect. II
34. Heron Bay
35. Eden Subdivision
36. Fairview Trail Sect. 1
37. Fort Road 1-4
38. Fort Road 5-12
39. Gemini Place
40. Gracie Farms Sect. II
41. Gracie Farms Sect. III
42. Green Trees
43. The Hamptons
44. Harbour Point 3
45. Raymond Hardison Subdivision
46. Hearne Division Part 2
47. Indian Woods Park
48. Joli Acres
49. Kaphel Subdivision
50. Henry & Karena Kearney Subdivision
51. Kirby Wetherington
52. Lake Clermont Phase 1
53. Lake Elizabeth Townhouses Ph. 1
54. Lake Elizabeth Townhouses Ph. II
55. Lake Winds
56. Lakemere Phase 1
57. Laura W. Hardison
58. Laurie Kirkman Subdivision
59. Lee's Branch Estaes Ph. 2
60. Lee's Branch Estates
61. Leon Fornes Realty
62. Lilliput Landing Sect. 3A
63. Lilliput Landing Sect. 4
64. Lilliput Landing Sect. 5
65. Little Creek Estates Sect. 2
66. Lock Bridge
Location Date of App. # of Lots
Rollover Creek Road, SR 1230
03/04/91
1
Rollover Creek Road, SR 1230
12/21/87
8
Belgania Road, SR 1703
06/06/88
8
SR 1445
08/03/87
1
Carolina Pines Blvd., SR 1162
02/17/92
3
Fort Road, SR 1119
07/01/92
4
Fort Road, SR 1119
06/01/92
8
Howell Road, SR 1167
02/05/90
2
Jack Dail Road, SR 1481
11/21/88
4
Jack Dail Road, SR 1481
06/03/91
21
Gibbs Road, SR 1114
06/15/92
7
Broad Creek Road, SR 1600
03/13/89
84
SR 1600
04/21/87
205
U.S. Hwy. 70E
07/06/87
1
Old Airport Road, SR 1111
05/01/89
1
County Line Road, SR 1101
01/17/89
32
Broad Creek Road, SR 1600
12/21/87
8
Old Cherry Point Road, SR 1113
06/05/89
1
Antioch Road, SR 1433
05/04/92
1
Turkey Quarter Creek Road, SR 1445
06/15/92
1
Madame Moore's Lane, SR 1004
01/16/90
48
Broad Creek Road, SR 1600
10/03/88
4
Broad Creek Road, SR 1600
12/05/88
44
Williams Road, SR 1167
07/05/89
10
Shoreline Drive, SR 1222
07/05/88
42
Brices Creek Road, SR 1004
06/15/92
1
Bay Bush Road, SR 1454
03/02/87
1
Old Airport Road, SR 1111
02/01/88
6
Old Airport Road, SR 1111
06/15/87
1
High School Road, SR 1484
08/06/90
8
Lilliput Drive, SR 1193
06/15/87
2
Lilliput Drive, SR 1193
11/07/87
2
Lilliput Drive, SR 1193
08/07/89
5
N.C. Hwy. 43
11/16/87
14
Shoreline Drive, SR 1222
05/15/89
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67. Longview Landing Sect. 2
Bluebill Drive, SR 1821/1820
02/04/91
8
68. Oleta Acres
Stevenson Road, SR 1419
12/21/87
2
69. Madame Moore's Row
Madame Moore's Lane, SR 1004
02/05/90
8
70. Mary D. George
Purser Road, SR 1642
09/06/88
2
71. Michael & Theresa Harper
N.C. Hwy. 43
09/04/90
1
72. Mills Court Phase I
Selover Avenue, SR 1170
04/13/92
9
73. Milton Gams Subdivision
Old Cherry Point Road, SR 1113
10/05/87
5
74. Morgan Ridge Addition 1
N.C. Hwy. 55
12/21/87
1
75. Morgan Ridge Subdivision
N.C. Hwy. 55
08/01/88
2
76. Morgan Ridge
N.C. Hwy. 55
05/04/87
1
77. Morris -Tyson
Blades Road, SR 1715
12/21/87
3
78. Neuse Harbour Phase I
SR 1104
07/06/87
147
79. Neuse Harbour Phase II
SR 1104
04/16/90
81
80. Neuse Harbour Two -A
SR 1104
05/15/89
6
81. Neuse Point East Phase 2
Shadyview Beach Road, SR 1768
08/07/89
33
82. Neuse Point East Phase 3
Shadyview Beach Road, SR 1768
08/06/90
2
83. Neuse Point East Phase 1
Shadyview Beach Road, SR 1768
07/06/87
8
84. Neuse View Park
Camp Kiro Road, SR 1112
09/19/88
9
85. Noah LeDrew Mills
Wayne Road, SR 1479
11 /07/88
1
86. Norbury Park
U.S. Hwy. 17
08/01/88
28
87.Oak Ridge Acres Sect. 3
Sand Ridge Road, SR 1492
03/02/87
9
88. Oak Ridge Acres Sect. 4
Sand Ridge Road, SR 1492
07/06/87
1
89.Oak Ridge Acres Sect. 5
Sand Ridge Road, SR 1492
11/07/88
5
90. Oak Ridge Acres Sect. 6
Sand Ridge Road, SR 1492
03/13/89
4
91. Oakview Sect. 3 & 4
Brices Creek Road, SR 1004
05/18/87
68
92. Oakview Sect. 5
Brices, Creek Road, SR 1004
05/16/88
41
93. Palmetto Acres
Old Washington Road, U.S. 17/SR 1641
12/21/87
8
94. Paradise Cove Sect. A. & B
Belgania Road, SR 1703
09/08/87
2
95. Paradise Cove Sect. II
Belgania Road, SR 1703
07/06/87
9
96. Wilson Parker Estates
Stevenson Road, SR 1419
06/01/92
6
97. Pearson Acres
Sanders Lane, SR 1243
08/05/91
2
98. The Pines
East Palmer Drive, SR 1904
05/06/91
7
99. Plantation Harbour Phase I
Adams Creek Road, SR 1700
10/03/88
115
100. Privacy Acres
Belgania Road, SR 1703
06/01/92
7
101. Ramada Park
U.S. Hwy. 70
08/05/92
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Subdivision
102. River Bluffs Sect. 1
103. River Bluffs Sect. 2
104. River Trace Sect. II
105. River Trace Sect. III
106. River Trace Phase I Sect. IV
107. River Trace Phase II Sect. IV
108. River Valley Addition 1
109. Riverwood
110. Roger Forrest
111. Royal Pines Sect. 1
112. Ruth Lancaster
113. Sandy Grove on the Neuse
114. Sleepy Hollow Sect. 2
115. Spring Acres
116. Spring Acres Addition 1
117. Spring Garden Sect. 2
118. Stately Pines on the Neuse Sect. 4
119. Stately Pines on the Neuse Sect. 5
120. Taylor Estates Sect. 1
121. The Timbers Sect. 2
122. Tomahawk Ridge
123. Trent East Crossing
124. Trent Winds
125. Tunstall Acres
126. Turkey Quarter Fields
127. Turkey Quarter Fields Sect. 2
128. Turkey Quarter Meadows
129. W. O. Gaskins, Jr.
130. Rachael Bright II
131. Westward Heights Sect. 2
132. Westward Heights Sect. 3
133. Westwind Townhouse Phase 2
134. Whitley Point
135. Wilcox Road Estates Part 1
136. Wilcox Road Estates Part 2
Location Date of App. # of Lots
SR 1159
05/01 /89
16
SR 1159
06/04/90
26
Brices Creek Road, SR 1004
08/17/87
15
Brices Creek Road, SR `1004
04/17/89
39
Brices Creek Road, SR 1004
02/05/90
18
Brices Creek Road, SR 1004
06/15/92
23
Rivershore Drive, SR 1114
03/21/88
22
SR 1114
09/05/89
8
U.S. Hwy. 17
04/04/88
2
Carolina Pines Blvd., SR 1162
08/03/87
41
Green Springs Road, SR 1129
05/07/90
3
Becton Road, SR 1704
12/17/90
9
Johnson Point Road, SR 1117
06/06/88
6
Spring Garden Road, SR 1401
10/03/88
8
Spring Garden Road, SR 1401
09/05/89
11
Spring Garden Road, SR 1401
12/05/88
17
Stately Pines Road, SR 1106
07/18/88
1
Stately Pines Road, SR 1106
11 /07/88
20
Godette Sch./Blades Rds., SR 1714/1715
09/21/92
16
Thurman Road, SR 1116
02/15/88
4
Gethsemane Church Rd., SR 1354
09/63/91
3
U.S. Hwy. 70E
02/05/90
4
Madame Moore's Land, SR 1004
09/08/87
5
Cowpen Landing Road, SR 1441
01/03/89
4
Turkey Quarter Creek Rd., SR 1445
04/01/91
4
Turkey Quarter Creek Rd., SR 1445
11/02/92
3
SR 1445
02/04/91
2
U.S. Hwy. 17N
04/18/88
2
River Road, SR 1400
05/04/87
5
River Road, SR 1400
12/18/89
3
River Road, SR 1400
11 /05/90
7
Broad Creek Rd., SR 1600
04/04/88
26
Belgania Road, SR 1703
02/01/88
7
Wilcox Road, SR 1110
09/08/87
3
Wilcox Road, SR 1110
08/01/88
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Subdivision
137. Wildwood Pointe
138. Wildwood Pointe Sect. 1
139. Wildwood Pointe Sect. II
140. Wiley/Saulter Cool Springs
141. Willow Run
Location
Ridge Road, SR 1490
Ridge Road, SR 1490
Ridge Road, SR 1490
Askins Brick Road, SR 1434
Temple Point Road, SR 1711
Date of App. # of Lots
02/06/89
25
06/05/89
4
06/05/89
7
07/05/89
10
07/05/89
4
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CRAVEN COUNTY
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Category of Material Stored
HandiMart
Gasoline
Hatteras Yachts
Gasoline; solvents
Havelock Central Office
Gasoline
Kiwi Mart
Gasoline
Lofton Park Exxon
Gasoline
Mallard Food Shop
Gasoline; propane gas
Moen, Inc.
Sulfuric acid; propane gas
New Bern Service Center
Gasoline
N. C. Natural Gas Co.
Natural gas
Parker Town 'n Country
Gasoline
R. A. Precision
Lapping oil, mineral spirits; trichlorothane, rust
inhibitor, dipping oil, alkaline base
Riverdale Fuel Mart
Gasoline
Bosch Power Tools
Methanol, fuel oil, nitrogen, ammonia
Ross Exxon
Gasoline
Smith T. P. Station
Gasoline, propane gas
South 17 Fuel Mart
Gasoline
Speedway
Gasoline
Superpac
Gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, propane gas
Trent Fuel Mart
Gasoline
Tryon 66
Gasoline
UPS
Fuel oil
Vanceboro Central Office
Gasoline
W. S. Clark & Sons, ' Inc.
Fertilizer
Weyerhauser Company
Hydrogen preparation
Williams Texaco
Gasoline
Sources: Office of Emergency Management, N. C. Department of Administration.
Craven County Emergency Management Services.

Appendix III: Craven County Natural Resource Areas
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NATURAL RESOURCE AREAS - CRAVEN COUNTY
EXPLANATION TO ACCOMPANY NATURAL HERITAGE ELEMENT MAPS
The accompanying dot map shows approximate locations of
significant ecological resources in the area mapped. It is
provided to give you an indication of general areas where such
' resources occur.
The resources mapped, called elements of natural diversity,
are those judged by the Natural Heritage Program as most
' critically needing protection. They include rare plant and
animal species, high quality and rare ecosystems (also called
natural communities), and priority natural areas. The rare
species include all species officially protected by state and
federal legislation, candidates for such listing, and some
additional significantly rare species. Lists of monitored
species and descriptions of natural community types are available
' from the Natural Heritage Program for a small charge. Natural
areas are sites that are included on the Natural Heritage Program
priority list. They are areas judged to be worthy o= special
' protection, but they may or may not currently have any
protection.
' These maps are generated from locations in the Natural
Heritage Program database. In interpreting them you must be
.aware of the, following limitations:
The intensity of inventory for biological resources varies
from place to place, and only very limited areas have been
carefully examined for all kinds of elements. The absence
of records does not necessarily indicate a true absence o=
elements. The absence of records may equally represent the
lack of biological survey.
' There is some lag time between reporting of elements to the
Natural Heritage Program and entry into the database.
Recently reported occurrences may not yet be on these maps.
The database is continuously updated. Each map is dated.
Older maps will not reflect more recent records. The useful
' life of a map varies greatly with the amount of survey
activity in the area. Any map is likely to be out of date
after a year, and in areas with current inventory projects
they may become out of date much more quickly.
Element records vary in the precision with which the
location is known. Although most are accurate within
1/4 mile or less, some may represent more general
information. The most vague locations are not plotted.
Points on the map represent only the center of an
occurrence. Occurrences vary in the area they cover around
the center. A few animals may range over a large area.
Aquatic animals often extend a long distance along the

course of a stream. Ecosystem (natural community)
occurrences and priority natural areas sometimes cover large
areas. An occurrence anywhere in the vicinity of a proposed
action suggests a possible concern.
These maps may not be useful for finding actual locations on the '
ground. If you need more specific information about a particular
site, you should contact the Natural Heritage Program. The
Natural Heritage Program can provide more detailed information
and biological interpretation from its records. A map of the
site,. preferably on a US Geological Survey quadrangle map, should
be sent to the Natural Heritage along with a brief explanation of '
the nature of the project. In planning projects with potential
environmental impact, contact with the Natural Heritage Program
early in the process can help avoid potential conflicts. ,
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program
Division of Parks and Recreation
Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources
P.O. Box 27687
Raleigh, NC 27611
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EXPLANATION OF SPECIES STATUS CODES
The attached output from the N.C. Natural Heritage Program
database is a listing of the elements (rare species, geologic
features, natural communities, special animal habitats) known to
occur in your geographic area of interest. Following is an
explanation of the four columns of status codes on the righthand
side of the printout.
STATE STATUS
Plants:
E = Endangered
T = Threatened
SC = Special Concern
C = Candidate
SR = Significantly Rare
From most recent Natural Heritage Program and Plant
Conservation Program lists.
E,T,and SC species are protected by state law (the Plant Protec-
tion and Conservation Act, 1979); the other two categories
indicate rarity and the need for population monitoring and
conservation action, as determined by the Plant Conservation and
Natural Heritage Programs.
Animals: _
E = Endangered SC = Special Concern
T = Threatened UNK Undetermined
SR = Significantly Rare EX = Extirpated
P_ = Proposed (E,T, or SC)
The Endangered, Threatened, and Special Concern statuses
' for Vertebrates and Mollusks are from "Endangered Wildlife of
North Carolina", June 13, 1990, N.C. Nongame and Endangered
Wildlife Program. As of that date, Mammals, Birds, Reptiles, and
Amphibians have legally protected State status, whereas lists for
' Fishes and Mollusks have not yet been adopted for legal
protection. Statuses for invertebrates other than mollusks and
butterflies are primarily taken from Cooper, J.E., S.S. Robinson,
' and J.B. Funderburg (Eds.). 1977. Endangered and Threatened
Plants and Animals of North Carolina. N.C. Museum of Natural
History, Raleigh, NC. 444 pages + i-xvi. The Significantly Rare,
' Undetermined, and Extirpated statuses are (for the most part)
Natural Heritage Program designations. They indicate rarity and
the need for population monitoring and conservation action.
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N.C. NATURAL HERITAGE PROGRAM
AND PLANT
CONSERVATION PROGRAM
ELEMENT
LIST
SCIENTIFIC AND
STATE
USA
STATE
GLOBAL
COMMON NAME
PROT.
PROT.
RANK
RANK
*** Vertebrates
Aimophila aestivalis
SC
C2
S3B,S2
G3
Bachman's sparrow
Alligator mississippiensis
T
T/SA
S3
G5
'American
alligator
Anhinaa anhinga
SR
S2B,SZ
G5
Anhinaa
Crotalus adamanteus.
SR
S1
G5
Eastern diamondback rattlesnake
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
E
LE
S1B,S2
G3
Bald eagle
Laterallus jamaicensis
SR
C2
S3B,S2
G4?
Black rail
Necturus lewisi
SC
3C
S3
G3
Neuse river waterdog
Notropis bifrenatus
Sc
SH
G5
Bridle shiner
Phalacrocorax auritus
SR
S1B,S5
G5
Double -crested cormorant
Picoides borealis
E
LE
S2
G2
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Red -cockaded woodpecker
Ursus americanus
SR
S3
G5
Black bear
Invertebrates
'**
Calephelis virginiensis
W
S3?
G4
Little metalmark
Erynnis martialis
UNK
S3?
G4
'
Mottled duskywing
Euaarotis lubricans
UNK
SU
G5
Slippery dart
Euphyes dukesi
SR
Si?
G3G4
Scarce swamp skipper
Hesperia attalus slossonae
SR
S1S3
G4T3
Dotted skipper
Lithophane lemmeri
SR
3C
S1S3
G3G4
Lemmer's noctuid moth
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Megathymus yuccae
Yucca giant skipper
UNK
S3?
G4
Metalepsis fishii
UNK
SU
G4G5
A noctuid moth
Oligoria maculata
UNK
SU
G5
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Twin -spot skipper
Papaipema sp 3
UNK
SU
G4?
Southeastern cane borer
Problema byssus
SR
S2?
G3G4
Bunchgrass skipper

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PLANT CONSERVATION PROGRAM
ELEMENT
LIST
SCIENTIFIC AND
STATE
USA
STATE
GLOBAL
COMMON NAME
PROT.
PROT.
RANK
RANK
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Pvref erra ceromatica
UNK
C2
SU
GU
Annointed sallow moth
Satyrium kingi
SR
S3?
G3G4
King's hairstreak
*** Vascular plants
Aeschynomene virginica
E
LT
S1
G2
Virginia jointvetch
Agalinis aphylla
C
S2
G3G4
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Scale -leaf gerardia
Agalinis linifolia
Flaxleaf gerardia
SR
S2
G3G4
Agalinis virgata
C
S2
G3G4
Branched gerardia
Amphicarpum purshii
SR
S3
G3?
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Pinebarrens goober grass
Asplenium heteroresiliens
E
C2
S1
G2
Carolina spleenwort
Bidens coronata
SR
S1
G5
Crowned beggarticks
Carex chapmanii
T
C2
S1
G2G3
Chapman's sedge
,
Cladium mariscoides
SR
S1
G5
Twig -rush
Cystopteris tennesseensis
E-SC
S1
G5
Tennessee bladder -fern
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Dionaea muscipula
C-SC
3C
S3
G3
Venus flytrap
Eleocharis equisetoides
SR
S2
G4
,
Horsetail spikerush
Eleocharis robbinsii
C
S2
G4G5
Robbins's spikerush
Eriocaulon aquaticum
SR
S2
G5
Seven -angled pipewort
Isoetes riparia
SR
S1
G4
Riverbank quillwort
Listera australis
W
S3
G4
Southern twayblade
Minuartia godfreyi
E
C2
S1
G1
'
Godfrey's sandwort
Myriophyllum laxum
T
C2
S1
G2G3
Loose watermilfoil
Oxypolis ternata
C
C2
S3
G317
.
'
Savanna cowbane
Peltandra sagittif olia
SR
S2
G3G4
Spoonflower
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PLANT CONSERVATION PROGRAM
ELEMENT
LIST
SCIENTIFIC AND
STATE
USA
STATE
GLOBAL
COMMON NAME
PROT.
PROT.
RANK
RANK
Platanthera integra
T
3C
S1
G3G4
Yellow fringeless orchid
Platanthera nivea
C
S2
G5
Snowy orchid
'
Ponthieva racemosa
SR
S1
G4G5
Shadow -witch
Rhvnchosoora alba
C
S2
G5
Northern white beakrush
'
Rhynchospora breviseta
C
S1
G3G4
Shortbristled beakrush
Rhynchospora pallida
SR
S2S3
G3?
Pale beakrush
Sagittaria stagnorum
SR
S1
G4G5
Water arrowhead
'
Scirpus acutus
SR
SH
G5
Hardstem bulrush
Scirpus etuberculatus
SR
S1S2
G3G4
Canby's bulrush
'
Scirpus lineatus
C
S1
G4
Drooping bulrush
'
Scleria georgiana
Georgia nutrush
C
SR
G4
Solidago verna
E
C2
S3
G3
Spring -flowering goldenrod
'
Syngonanthus flavidulus
SR
S2
G5
Yellow hatpins
Tofieldia glabra
C
C2
S3
G2G3
Carolina asphodel
Utricularia olivacea
T
S2
G4
Dwarf bladderwort
Veronica americana
SR
S2
G5
'
American speedwell
*** Nonvascular plants
Sphagnum fitzgeraldii
SR
S2S3
G2G3
Fitzgerald's peatmoss
** Natural communities
'
Basic mesic forest (coastal plain
subtype)
Sl?
G5T3
Brackish marsh
S5
G5
fringe forest
S1
G3?
Coastal evergreen
'
Coastal fringe sandhill
S1
G3?

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ELEMENT
LIST
SCIENTIFIC AND STATE USA
STATE
GLOBAL
COMMON NAME PROT. PROT.
RANK
RANK
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Coastal plain marl outcrop
S1
G2?
'
High pocosin
S4
G4
Low pocosin
S3
G3
'
Mesic mixed hardwood forest (coastal plain subtype
S4
G5T5
Mesic pine flatwoods
S3
G5
'
Natural lake shoreline
S2
G2
'
Nonriverine wet hardwood forest
S1
G1
Pine/scrub oak sandhill
S3
G4
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Pond pine woodland
S4
G4G5
Small depression pocosin
S1?
G2?
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Small depression pond
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G3
Tidal cypress --gum swamp
S3
G4
Wet pine flatwoods
S3
G3G4
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Xeric sandhill scrub
S4
G5
'
** Geologic features
Cenozoic fossils
Paleocene fossils
'
Sinkhole
*** Special animal habitats
Osprey nesting area
Wading bird rookery
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' POLICIES CONSIDERED BUT NOT ADOPTED
CRAVEN COUNTY 1993 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
B. RESOURCE PROTECTION POLICY STATEMENTS
' PHYSICAL LIMITATIONS
' Soils:
' Continue to enforce the county's subdivision regulations, possibly requiring larger
lot sizes for residences in areas where soils are not as well suited for septic tank
placement in accord with rules enforced by the County Health Department. (88)'
' Flood Hazard Areas:
' Craven County will continue to enforce its flood damage prevention ordinance and
follow the storm hazard mitigation plan herein.
' Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas:
The county will continue to seek to provide water and/or sewer through existing
' system according to current policies, i.e., encourage new industries to pay their
own costs of water and/or sewer extensions by offering to pay a portion of the
potential tax revenues the industry may generate for five years.
' The county will continue to provide water and/or sewer to new industries through
its existing system. On a case -by -case basis, the county will negotiate with
' individual industries to provide support, both administrative and financial, for the
construction of water and sewer utilities.
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MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCE PROTECTION
Package Treatment Plant Use:
' Currently, centralized sewer outside of the municipalities is provided only in
Township 7 (the James City area, primarily). The use of small package treatment
' systems has generally been viewed as acceptable in Craven County as an aid to
orderly growth and development, provided necessary environmental permits can
be obtained. Although the county does consider the eventual provision of county-
wide sewer service to be desirable, realistically even on a limited township basis,
the costs would be prohibitive. Therefore, package treatment plants in "growth"
areas are an acceptable alternative. It is not the county's desire, however, to see
a proliferation of small package treatment systems which bear no relation to each
other. Developers will be encouraged to cooperate so that any such system (each

to be reviewed on a case -by -case basis) can be developed in some pattern of
uniformity. (88)
Marina and Floating Home Development:
The county supports the development of marinas in compliance with existing
environmental regulations. The county believes that additional studies of the
county's needs are required in order to indicate possible sizes or locations or
marinas. The county will allow marinas to be developed in compliance with state,
federal, and local environmental and health regulations. Also, in cases where
there are more than 30 boat slips provided, the developer shall be required to
provide pumpout facilities for the disposal of wastewater. Also, the county believes
that as long as all requirements are complied with, marinas should be allowed in
any land classification, except within the rural classification. (88)
So-called "floating homes" to date have not been an issue or problem in Craven
County's jurisdiction. However, it is quite possible that during the planning period,
this issue could arise. (88)
C. RESOURCE PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
RECREATION RESOURCES
To ensure access in newly developing subdivisions along the waterways, the
county could assume responsibility for maintenance and upkeep of these
accessways and provide free and open access to the general public. (88)
Off -Road Vehicles:
The mention of "off -road" vehicles in coastal North Carolina usually conjures ideas
of four-wheel drive type vehicles running up and down sandy beaches. However,
there are no ocean beaches in Craven County. Nevertheless, off -road vehicles are
important in some sections of the county because of the necessity for land owners
or hunters to travel in wooded or swampy areas. As this property is private and
not available to the public as public beaches are, the use of these vehicles is
acceptable in these cases. (88)
Marine Resource Areas:
Craven County will support the following goals and objectives of the
Comprehensive Conservation Management Plan of the Albemarle -Pamlico
Estuarine Study:
Goal A: Basin -wide protection of living aquatic resources from the toxic or
otherwise deleterious effects of excessive nutrient loading or nutrient imbalance.
Objective a: Achievement of the maximum nutrient reduction goals
prescribed in the Nutrient Sensitive Waters management
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strategies (Chowan, Neuse, and Tar -Pamlico Rivers).
Revision and implementation of the strategies as necessary
to restore and/or protect the respective basins and/or newly
designated basins from excessive nutrient loading by 2003.
Objective b: Maintenance of the necessary concentrations and balance of
nutrients, by 2003, to minimize the possibility of
anthropogenically induced or enhanced (1) blue-green algae
blooms (freshwater) that have a range of deleterious toxic
effects on the food web and users of the waters, and (2) toxic
dinoflagellate blooms (saltwater) that may cause fish kills or
disrupt the natural food web.
Objective c: Protection of the growth arid propagation of submerged
aquatic vegetation from toxic concentrations of nitrate, and
shading from epiphytic growth and blooms of floating algae
(blue -greens, greens, and browns) by 2003.
Goal B: Protection of living aquatic resources from the toxic effects of
anthropogenic contaminants, including sediment (excessive sedimentation and
turbidity, and reduced transparency); salt and fresh water; other toxicants (such as
metals and organochlorines); and oxygen consuming wastes.
' Objective a: Protection of sensitive aquatic life stages and submerged
aquatic vegetation from excessive turbidity and sedimentation
' and insufficient transparency by 2003.
Objective b: Protection of submerged aquatic vegetation, primary nursery
' areas, and other marine or brackish aquatic communities from
the reduction of salinity.
' Objective c: Elimination of the contributions of and/or discharges or other
toxicants in toxic amounts, so that no new habitat is lost and
no new toxicity to aquatic organisms is detectable.
' Objective d: Restoration, where feasible, of toxicant degraded water and
sediment.
Objective e: Minimization of the incidence and severity of
anthropogenically exacerbated low dissolved oxygen events
' and their contribution to the causes of fish and benthos kills.
Goal C: Restoration by 2008 to "approved" status (i.e., sufficiently low bacterial
' concentrations to open to regular harvest) all SA shellfish waters currently
"prohibited," "restricted," or "conditionally approved."
' Objective a: Reduction of the areal extent of "prohibited," "restricted," and
"conditionally approved" areas of SA waters by 20% as of

1997, by 50% as of 2003, and by 100% as of 2008.
Objective b: Improvement of the
long-term frequency
2003.
water quality necessary to reduce the
of temporary closures by 50% as of '
Goal D: Improvement in the ability to test for potential human health hazards
resulting from the ingestion of shellfish through the adoption or incorporation of a
new pathogen indicator species and associated standards as soon as they are
developed by the National Indicator Study (estimated by 1997).
Goal E: Protection of existing aquatic living resources, including threatened and
endangered species, through the direct protection of species and communities, and
through the protection and, where necessary, the restoration of water quality.
Objective a: Preservation of the current biological integrity in all estuarine
systems of the A/P region as measured and monitored using
a yet -to -be -determined estuarine biotic index (estimated five
year development period).
Objective b: Restoration to or maintenance of a biological integrity rating
of "fair" or better as determined, using biotic indices (N. C.
Division of Environmental Management's macroinvertebrate
and fish indices) in the freshwater streams in the Piedmont of
the A/P region by the year 2003.
D. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
General:
Because of the expanding water service in previously unserved areas (Townships
1, 3 and 9), and the increasing potential for additional residential growth, it may
become necessary to develop additional land development controls such as zoning
to ensure orderly and well managed growth. (88)
Energy Facility Siting and Development:
Craven County does not oppose offshore exploratory drilling for oil or gas. In the
event that oil or gas is discovered, Craven County will not oppose drilling
operations and onshore support facilities for which an Environmental Impact
Statement has been prepared with a finding of no significant impact on the
environment. Craven County supports and requests full disclosure of development
plans, with mitigative measures that will be undertaken to prevent adverse impacts
on the environment, the infrastructure, and the social systems of the county. The
county also requests full disclosure of any adopted plans. Offshore drilling and the
development of onshore support facilities may have severe costs for the county as
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' well as advantages. The costs should be borne by the company(ies) which profits
from offshore drilling and onshore support facilities.
' In some coastal counties, the siting or location of energy facilities relates to either
peat mining or phosphate mining, or offshore oil exploration. However, in the
' absence of significant peat reserves, phosphate, or oil resources within the
county's jurisdiction, no specific detailed policies in this area can be formulated at
this time. Should the siting of an energy facility become a realistic possibility for
' Craven County, it shall be the policy of the county to carefully review each such
project and require strict adherence to federal, state, and any local environmental
regulations. (88)
Redevelopment of Developed Areas:
' Craven County would like to see redevelopment/rehabilitation activities occur in
communities identified as having concentrations of substandard housing and other
' neighborhood conditions. The county will try to link various redevelopment
activities together where feasible. (88)
' Assistance in Channel Maintenance:
' Proper maintenance of channels, including periodic dredging, is very important to
Craven County mainly because of the economic impact of commercial fisheries.
If 1985 is taken as an indication, then water quality in the Neuse River is improving
and commercial fishing is also increasing in the county's waters. If silt or other
deposits fill in the channels, this could impede efficient mobility and docking of
commercial and recreational vessels. With adequate channel maintenance,
' Craven County can make better utilization of its waterways for water transportation
and recreation purposes. (88)
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Appendix V: Citizen Participation Plan

APPENDIX V
CRAVEN COUNTY
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
' PREPARATION OF LAND USE PLAN
FISCAL YEAR 1992-93
' Craven County has received a FY92-93 Coastal Area Management Act grant for the update of
its existing Land Use Plan. Adequate citizen participation in the development of the Plan is
essential to the preparation of a document responsive to the needs of the citizens of Craven
County. To ensure such input, the following citizen participation program will be utilized by the
' county.
The Craven County Planning Board will be responsible for supervision of the project. The
' Planning Board will report to and coordinate plan development with the Craven County Board of
Commissioners.
' The Planning Board will work with the county's planning consultant to ensure that the final product
will survey existing and anticipated land use issues, and detailed attention will be devoted to
conservation classifications, housing needs, economic development, and wetland areas.
' Specifically, the planning consultant and- the Planning Board will be responsible for ensuring
accomplishment of the following:
' -- Establishment of county -wide policies to deal with existing and anticipated land use
-issues.
-- Assessment of county -wide water and sewer needs.
Assessment of county -wide housing needs.
Establishment of an effective citizen participation process.
-- Assessment of 404 wetlands issues.
-- Assessment of Craven County industrial development issues.
' -- Assessment of county -wide transportation planning issues.
-- Establishment of a completely new plan classification map which will include significant
changes from the 1987 plan.
_= Assessment of shoreline development issues on the Neuse and Trent Rivers.
Assessment of Issues concerning continuing military presece and activities in Craven
County.
Asessment of opportunities for participation in state and federal programs.
An updated Land Use Plan based on an effective citizen participation process.
The following schedule will be utilized:
1. November, 1992 -- Complete identification of existing land use problems, develop
' socioeconomic base data, and review community facilities needs.
2. November, 1992 -- Meet with Craven County Board of Commissioners to have the Citizen
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Participation Plan adopted.
3. November, 1992 -- Conduct a public information meeting. The meeting will be advertised
' in a local newspaper. The county will specifically discuss the policy statements contained
in the 1987 Craven County Land Use Plan. The significance of the policy statements to
the CAMA land use planning process shall be described. The process by which Craven

County will solicit the views of a wide cross-section of citizens in the development of the
updated policy statements will be explained.
4. December, 1992 -- Conduct initial meeting with Craven County Planning Board.
5. December,1992, through February, 1993 -- Continue preparation of a draft Land Use Plan
and conduct meetings with the Craven County Planning Board.
6. March, 1993 -- Present complete draft sections of the plan and preliminary policy
statements to the Craven County Planning Board.
7. April, 1993 - Review draft Land Use Plan with the Planning Board.
8. May, 1993 -- Review draft Land Use Plan with Board of Commissioners, conduct a public
information meeting for review of the proposed plan, and submit draft of completed Land
Use Plan to the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources staff for review
and comment.
9. Following receipt of Coastal Resources Commission comments (estimate September,
1993) -- Present proposed Land Use Plan to Board of Commissioners for adoption, and
conduct a formal public hearing.
All meetings of Craven County Planning Board at which the update of the Land Use Plan will be
discussed will be advertised in a local newspaper. All meetings will be open to the public. The
county will encourage and consider all economic, social, ethnic, and cultural viewpoints. No major
non-English speaking groups are known to exist in Craven County.
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