Land Use Plan Update-1998

ZVI
DCM COPY DCM COPY
lease do not remove!!!!!
Division of Coastal Management
1998 HERTFORD
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
8/31/98 DRAFT

Hertford County, NC
Water Quality Use Classes
+
1• . \fir ^r��5 �%� .. 3. ' ` J � \�, • � •• ' • , \
... •, - '.. . • • ' � `-- t ram._'' .. � �
J
1
�:�� _,,...., % `1 l � ��,_f�� 1 �f/ _ \lam- Z✓: `4` �
Y-
-
�
..
•�
+
r\`
sue••
i
.
r .r
4t '� __. _
•i __ _
.....
4 ``'�
1
• fI- jf �l •'��....
'ram.... �. i
Q�yr
�� _'.�
B
rump
3
+ ^• .{• •I .+•
., +; •• •
•'+•
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1:100k)
Class B Water (1:100k)
Class C Water (1:100k)
,"'V Major Road (1:100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
County Boundary (1:100k)
Map Sources (Feature, Agency, Date)
nwxcDorn+ccmeato ��cC<HN.dSD{
w.ea�:ycl.k.,usc.a��rs�c �wdaa.�®aca.re,aa
Nraa1 Yerason. Diyimd8mi®mil K.YHA, 1988
=]Bd Hmd.0 NCN tilmlYn�m Cma.rim9c ix Na.:�a 1994
CmdyB�,NC Cmtaf (�v+e�pfambm miA.ab'd. 1990
NC we m-0.erfen. fi •.—I�.wa.d6 b•t/
Z. A—, Ib6 .m�Ys D•re Ier!
iSlr m�Dwtu Dndleed irtie 1irr0 Caro= Dtttnr d Cautti Idt�.pnst mcm
m pr..Id. �DPt fr Iod irtl D�F 7Yr rp �prlr m6mtl�
tray aa4h etaeer. B— itmematlot.ad Mr 6YdD W h.-b— mieded
d dL%~ r Mm, dYD..g 6—ar ..drr dUl—t dteefloar,.—Uft Y
iwarlRa�der one /s�anR^�ed t^6`4 - 66 dp. F." w tb.
kbaad m [Duce Llomtl� �4 a�pGr tM ros�m dsA mp k�tne.
DCif.rttra a Ii bMty tr dataya oa d i9 i.—.dt. Y tdr—p W
tapp.tb,g d.Y. DCY m.I-w —ty tmpr w Impb* r m the muap of the
I.Sr *=pr—W,wdmthe @tt ddlNrFotloa aan01ft r.3 a WWI003.
Yaar.daa.m V t.ety tb.--.g tW. W-1k. 1. appred.t a-PI.—
reDtr•ttgarmtha.dm u w bloomdOmit b DCX
N
NC Dr�rets.Od Y
w - _ E b.iroonut• Df.1Ju •f
N,e�r a...� 4 r...m>5.1P••t
S
___ _-Prori.edbS Divlooa of Co.rhiMm.temsd, ➢.W4A-19 M(91

Hertford County, NC
Water Quality Supplemental Classes
+ + +
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1:100k)
Water (1:100k)
Nutrient Sensitive (1:100k)
Major Road (1:100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
% County Boundary (1:100k)
Map sources (Feature, Agency, Date)
b p,,aed AuaNCDOT1NCCaetafa 6eapgLio L1 rfan Aw IOGIA). 199V
N'... Q-w Sapp7--A Cla.a.. to Gadopc+l Smc C Deprtmes af8av®s5
HaA(h mi Naml Yeosw. DL.m d Baaamti.l I.'Ssi�.1968
PMvY Y.., w Cmolatb..lSay.Y1CGIA, LM
W—hod B..." NCNr silYoaacnCmacdmSa•.ix, Na.m6a 1994
• - C—*Bo.d.,, NC Cahn fa G..pvkoald®-hm and Aapa. 1990
3
-
•''tea. �.,.,• ._� \"S�
;NJ
I
1F(Oa %X
:`
✓ vim. +',
�...
,.' i `'� .+
�.-....� ..ti
./
_ -
--'
/ : .,
_
: tie✓
-•�
if • 'M. `
,l
♦
-i i1 'a•...:..t,�M.w..M.A�a•
} �\�\ /
*
sf.+�
+ j.. ,•{• 1 �� • �•+• _...- •�.� + - •'+•• � + •+• III
..l n.a _ '.. •.••
ND Iko y..a.ai66.d
Z . 4901,tbth AarY� pra. ttsr
ThU =pw P.dDMd bytb. Nash CUORM DMM.f Cotutll Ed atlta.at (DCM
to pmih.spDvt for local lad a.e ptaui4111. mD ooaPrla. mfiotmaBr
has a.M* —"—
at hdorm.tha tad to ihb m0a°Y Yro bem mkee5[d
at alffamt -4.. dYkrart tb-. a odor dfQocat dcBAtlo.,—Mag L
la—W,ad...—C f..� rePcMed torbotoa, fYe oapp Rd* to th.
kg-d rd .omra taco —flan a tilt mP f- flaa o_ wb mP hates
DCMt .o WbM7 W drift..®red by la—dta f. tW mPa
�gaibgdaht. DCM nuke. o wt —tY, -P•a a laPard, r to the —cy of tY.
YYddo.�a..Ytl Re_ted
. w doa d. ft" of dllh1kcd t.uo.tloNe."t—cr-q.
V ... W -- b V arl.1 th..c--,y of W. bf do 6.Pla`-d-ad. Plea
np o+ my aeon, or1.l9aj a kD=dMode..o DCU
N
W E bir.m..t. - Obilla a<
H.M. ed
I4laat W.var I1.�1SEa4rat
5

Hertford County, NC
Water Quality Concerns
_J
/Y41,
�F
J
` ^ �'� •.
+
F
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1:100k)
Water (1:100k)
Non -supporting Water (1:100k)
Partially Supporting Water (1:100k)
N Non -supporting Water (1:100k)
N Partially Supporting Water (1:100k)
Major Road (1:100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
County Boundary (1:100k)
s Marina/Dockage (1:100k)
0 Point Source Discharge (1:24k)
Map Saves (Feature, Agency, Date)
i..q,enYd Aey NCDOT/NC CWu fa Oeepgldc 1..6 im-d (CMA).
ue Cld MeffhWaI ttmea d8 = NC DryHwbb andK —
D.—dbd®eFabeua lDidmdBmb®eal mw 1995
U. qw, w, NC DEDMV r9_.fp .kmmcad Meea�emedDiramd
1_2 t19�Ckd 9e�i 5q/C(NA. 19Y3
W .. • ed B®d� NC NrmlYemoa Cmea•etimS:tioe. Nwmba 199,
Cmrt,BmLy NC C�sf (iooR�pBicLf®.tim and Aaab•:.. 1990
pb�� eC NB DNC DMM A im ➢dam S�iabf�.o *Jdv 1995
NC/m 71. C.. &J Xi ye...dv f-q
:oe..et, r6r r.t.� wee em
I54.u.� w p.dacd bq 1M Nog C`rdY. Md" d Cet.l M+a6 � (DCbe
b p.wtle pR�fr Yol b.d..e pl.mYe.ThY r.pm.epei— W ..0..
b— e..Rh* 9.eem bdre.tlm seed fw the vpe.p Ere bee m9etrd
r Mkv .10M dUh~ Yo r ender meet-[ r—YYy t.
Ycov A—ck.—o� /.ree.. repeated tosdbc on tbk �. Yefr to the
YPd eed—Ydae.tla 61..spd 6c.o---=.e.pfeat-
DCM.....e - R bft 6r daeba—W by leee¢ee.d. Y tbb rp r
mpporl 8d"b DCltvWwbmm.tr. e.irenr mp6e0...a se.n•.w.gdM
Yfeoba po.a4d, .er duo tYe Yd d mtei6um ao..lYne...i . w.reaM1y.
Yaa..rlYM Y WirR(tM.em.ef d HM 1.f¢.rt1e. L.ppMel.fed. 1?le..e
eep..t op.rrr. o.1.Y>te a leem�.tmrle fn DCbi
v
myw�d
W E
YFW.t
6.Y.end
ras.r w.re. a•e•1>w....r
s

Hertford County, NC
Sensitive Aquatic Habitats
•
f
mow„
I,
�•„�.".,"'•",�.�i �
Jc,-vt.•"x•mva•..' caaaayay,�.�.
.�r'
-
�'
�'4,�.,„�
. • •
"' r
j
•'i
.f, ••• '•
• • •.• ••'• • .Y.• •••• ••
`•tom•
•,�
••
W..rveev.nw ,�
r {. I;
f
•
l i
{ri ....`
• :' .... €
% ..
s
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1:100k)
Water (1:100k)
Anadromous Fish Spawning
Area (1:100k)
Major Road (1:100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
County Boundary (1:100k)
Map Sources (Feature, Agency, Date)
Fnoa� a1e4 Ae�4 xCD07/NC Cert:ra (3spepldc l.l�mmd AmlyW tC�N19➢4
Wry, us G.dopcd$.vw/CQA, 19U
pibeq Nmvy.4o NC Dry dB.via®mt Bdm ood NW— (DEHNR)
DimmdTS.m.pSvhd.s. D..�6a I969
pAvdoom.m Fib S1rco;NCDlii�iiY DivimdM.oac Fv3.mo.0e.ba 1992
. .°.d` II9 .--"CCiIA 1943
W B N Nr�.1Y..�wCmvc..timSaruio., Na.®bac l99l
Camt➢B®dv1. CCr{af¢fioa�ticlf®�mmdAmyo.. 1990
NCa—n—C o.A a.e,.t..v.......bn.0
71b m.pt podpmd by OW Nwde Cara= DMrn{ Cowd Kme MOO
t•P—M. P Kfor ==iLv dpoomplwv io6sNa
e drlgvt th r w mdm dkff= t AdbddmN ev 1kg Y mtrtltl
Ytwlivm•dves�aQ/s4fesnpastedb�er a.tW Ydtr btk.
b6sd.d mae h}uv.tiva e. B4 epr� IM wce {sd mp k�t—
I1C9i.on.a lkbt&y 4 dom.1m t.oued yt...—.de.lothb P-
ppoAhj d.Ev. DC►f m.tov afl warndl. epees W'aPft , rto tl. o ®q d 9e
IWvr�.Y.�pt.w W twr dm Mf.ot ddlNri.d--AM"w3. V.,.*.
Y.v.dh —VY.elytk. {Bb6 vw4-Yappv.drd.plss
lope ar..r,.nlYo�o ar ■t.WlM.de.b 1N3i
N
li lMprmad
W Ems' Bbl.le.{
H.Yk, W
fY�d i��r 6WL>V
s

GY3FR7lSn30e10
0301C2V3t}HNi++:
030fOXJ9030030 .. .-, �
07W0.'lfQ790030
1• C30FQIDQ�OC1V • • � : 43010fi3060W.
•' 1 1 ...�., o3oFo2cwmma •... •. :.
• • ..... ototttoganos:
.. it _ •• ., asolozoo9mle �"`.
�- __--._ _ .__--_ .—_—_ ___ rnotmaxxnll ____--.—. —__..
L !
_gym —
Hertford County
Watersheds
ChoaanRiveBeam(1:24k)
Roanoke Rim Basin 0 24k)
Iaoorpmted Area (1:100k)
Watt (1:100k)
Major Road (1:100k)
Watemhed Bomdery/USM Cade (1:24k)
•�'�.�" Camty Boundary (I:1DDk)
USES Quad Slat Boundary (1:100k) —
i
f-
i
0:5?01:M1410'EC
O)01(tmL1a00V1
1JD16
+ Of010dK".F0f1i0 + + +
(
OW102B40`AO?A
i
__—_—.—___—_�
"_'��
___ + '' ,.� U+0:I129i109d30 CdD101030'/00hF
__—__. ___
•
,® _--yam ..____,.___wavo�_.__— same—_ _.. - •'""'
_semi_____..
L_`
1 '7'�'1
;`
1
MC WC4 X— 4M MAD 27
bwl lucd � �eep�. bte�b ��
\•.,�' `..%';:,•
b reNb e.ppvl mrmr wRN®e.
aor rNapi......... s,.,...n.e.d�...w t>: ti.vy.n �.• w .,m+.a
`t:�
N aan.ve eo.F., ear.�ttm. e< �dr ae...� are.aso....rdl b
b„.nsrd.e rut r.rd�.e n.p..rsdm(AlYr .a mb.aw R.h m u.
bard oar.e..' • .. ur..v a. a......r..e ..v aa...
D(M �v.a.o 1.YH7lor a�y...�db7 me�i. i. tlu.R a
.wwba a.b. DCM.Jue .e werruq�r.etr. r md:d r b d r.rrr dtY
.�.
�:.,
bh.v.1/eaP....ba.�+d.r1Y.MddiaYDrir wdldd..W.wvr�b.
VC D.prtv.etd
S.ryr.r bLmbl16.rrrydabba..m®rgad.Y IL M.
anNm.rµ
eq, taq.RM,.rbell.a Waa�ebnb..b DQ.1.
Dhib.d
7M•1jr 4 0-14 M—R.W.6.. m A.. 91

Hertford County, NC
Drinking Water Features
._ — � . �M •.ems
i
o�y
+4
If I—
j
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1:100k)
Water (1:100k)
Groundwater Recharge/Discharge
Areas (1:250k)
Major Road (1:100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
% County Boundary (1:100k)
° Point Source Discharge (1:24k)
Map Sources (Feature, Agency, DAte)
Tue�QreA.4mti NC DOTTNC Cezafa (ieegxepNoTdeimds an[Aaatyds fCCifA), 1994
W.ez, US Gealopd 5�.9/C�4 ]988
P.ioey lad. LS (4edcYiulStrvq/C(9fA. 1993
CcamdwiarYeob•gdDis•3RaAsaq NCDapadoeat dEa n<md.4d
Aaaurn (DIM, A,Gkaon—d..t¢9em1S
AP& 1993
CWCammbddx�yErN"B WraiNCNglpYea�ao<�aunoDEK Caoar.eriaD9ae«No.®ba 1994
Pa�9a.�fD;.�.KC NCD rG bNtf WraQ�E7. 1— 1990
9mLm Wia (Aab.NC Diffitl8lb.zamadiIIai� ime 1991
NC AO Ib. beiad b�.fq 4u�and d M1k1
zm. asm, rdu m�� nro Im
pladoadb, Noz4cyrad.nl.wdca..easty O�CW
bP�a ,pP^zE IDt Yuliodrae pY�YC_TYY�upno�prla hlfal.dY�
hs riN4le cam �mlrm�dio.. dfe. ds�. df 4e6mmleeei
dld.aispzusled tad°tj
=F Adkrbus
kp.A od sm fdssatle. o. dY�Y M be.ovm derf �ap�.teR
DCM �nsa�a LYltl-t=-,7dbl � Y LY rp Q
h4. DC1f �n4'! �o w�nlrll. aepratR LmF'Ma• u b b1e �eaneTMOa
Idalfafoa P�4i4. v doa. tYe 6A ddidd'wtlm aadYY tla w�f�q.
npt u7en.a•z~~a�d�i�eV� mDldsr�tb�L ypretl�M�.pMre
NC A�..tm.a[of
4.vwool. pi.m o<
H.dd..ad
`aE�.l itwvw• �..._�:: G•.W 1N.ab>trV
F-b d b7 DmIdm d Cmdl lfmaC®eW, Hdd(p=T9 ABC 98

Hertford County, NC
Land Features
IN "...0/
Z+
. . . . . . . . . .
............
j f i
J'\
f
172;'
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1: 100k)
Federal Land (1:250k)
N" PMd L-d 11- b h--Pl-bk mq."O ft Ckr Kfi..dFm
State Land (Mixed)
Water (1: 1 00k)
R Registered Historic Property (1:24k)
Illllllll Superfund Site: National (1:24k)
Major Road (1: 100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
County Boundary (1:100k)
Registered Historic Structure (1:24k
Map Sources (Feature, Agency, Date)
993
S..L.A 1qC D.W-�.(Aa—dk—SW hV-dY UT— Y* '9"
W. ' U3 G-1.5--t L a
C=1-1--.-11C2%=S.,t—b.1990
Hi Dims. and SM, HC zj= a R—.
Di,ii—EA.dim dElWaw, h—
Ill 114
CDIYaiim I XD n. i -- i
6m Pb- C.". *.w. U-..Wb
7w
DCM awwws m"
d.dL do.
N
w

Hertford County, NC
Transportation Features
J
1.
-!
j(liOII
Features (Source Scale)
Hertford County
Incorporated Area (1:100k)
Water (1:100k)
e. Major Road (1:100k)
/V Transportation Improvement
Program (TIP): Active Project
(1:24k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
County Boundary (1:100k)
Public Airports
TIP: Active Project (1:24k)
Nde. Namhm maP:aLeto nP Frvjaa 1dea;saem Nvmba.
Map Sources (Feature, Agency, Date)
]aenpmle4 Atat,NCDOiINC Cast:ra l.Famrimeed A.ari.(cmA), 1994
w.e:. us caalaa.aa sun.ay/CaA. 19sa
Pay Ya.a, cs caedar;;tasve �yic(xA, 199s
Fact' I.erda..i.•18L..ay.Nb.alM.pf�s Di in 1993
` - WfciadB—A�y NCNdmalYa�co Caoa•�rn9cvu<.Na.®bc 1994
Candy Sae,dcy, NC NCNCtYA, 1990
Ca®nalSarvioeAao4 xa�CadaaD.p.emed d'fs'gaL�oa Q'rCDO1i
pgi.iadAviaim 3
PvhSc Aipadt. FadarA A�iabaaA .tim. NetimalFlitD.E.C=: 1ITCDO995
Pd.�a A:�.FadalA.irimAda dT,D .• .Mv wqd Fx—D-
Bemd�.199s
t C%
.. r
a,
$•c. •'�
No •a>� amar y.*. h.w.a+rw
, , see.nn,rr.r Aveehew ora vm �,_„
6ea mdtiPl. ea.aEt6 N@O 4.m.tallota.ed la IYY m.F asa9 6a.e be® CDC
.t dlCmet eadea. drErad tYa. ar adrr dlQvcd drdilaan renNi.r o
mcvaita�dns.mae /stirs. teR°wed bPber o. We mpp R,dv Oo the
h'6md..d temc< t=de. a dd' mP Gr the nsm d sd m.P hrlmc.
DCM.atmvee .o W61tlq brr d.m.;s rained by hroeo.r. %d d til. he or
PP�tbi d.dt. DOd min rro w.rtaty. a9� s fmi2- u to the .smog of LLe
YMn.ym lrsshd,aar don Ow het d dLhfetlua osMf.te t.3..n...ury.
Yw..dlne.YY.AKd a;aa�q attW YW.Bev it�PRediad.fls.e
n"nav anwolodwar YaWtMdrb DC7L
N
NC Dyrt.ee.t
6.h°a•.t. BI.YIsd
W E IGY..Y
l4l�i l.s�.w frY Us.��st

Hertford County, NC
Wetland Types
WT
Ill f $ rF ( btq'ryhu m J
\
b q
• 7A6.,T � ev
4-,
L��rr r Z.
R �•.
Features (Source Scale)
Pocrori
HeedWater Swt®P
_ Bottatiilmd Hardwood a Swamp Forst
::..:.,::.. Hwdwood Flat
Wd Fie Flat
Mamg d Pidmd
_ Fseshw-ata Mush
_ Altacd Wdlnnd
�l�iiet� Draicd
Cleazed
Wata (1:100k)
Watershed Boundary (1:24k)
Coffity B=idwy (1:100k)
Map Sources (Feature, Agency, Date)
wet9esd'lyyw��nl�+^=�Cadall'T•se6mm• t941
Wt1ae, US �w1 .196e N—ba 19W
w.teatea aeoad.p, xe xmtaa�. Crs...hmsetdm,
Cmap Be�.p. NC CCdA. 1990
xc u.n llm tr.a..b Iber.1....ei 6 6e0
zm.wr.ws�...rrlbts im -"."
�� dP I,J..1..1 wdefdc. AILLe.dtmbdfiY fv r m-@
.vd dfat re. h4a w e.me
the atd =ty d wdLd bntlt. eaw. a eam.h. hbe..ut rnm
rd IYpM.. a.K PFd b�'mO10d sewd d.f. Y.ro cvtam deF— d ase
rd see.sq �� ile acbd btrdrb. sq dtlltr (te. tb. da.•a r bb mp
Wdirde sa.lb LL.e o.e arcs •�en.ts - -- .I tbk oak atd tnq ea be 6 . ,
tl k sup This alas be ts.a Y ytblth tepheQy ddet.>♦amns d>he
eWtetta m Wk.1 ee dlla. Eor rietbb a by tLts.p
W Wb e.v7 lane h.r bee wed. b eels" thR m1. >sp d the bum tr® MH3 k It
d.fved DCM
see stxv.b asd rdYl,k v.ith4 enwd y breestsdet a the tssp
eavdaerate tlahOtp feral damspt Im d—he hda
doh. l)CDS.strs sa evrestr•�l+m •s pied. sor
AWdrAa<ba cadthda tl . eseetr4.
Wdlwd dOU e.e aerired ftm 1a4AM stab Natbsd Wetbadt htAtoey� I a4,000
Isle Casaty Dsh11e0 bolt 7yee aW IBldast p0 ueb. renYtlr tltmtlt m
kDar I.e.pp. w.faehrd hen. %' btta..s+s .is// I d1,a00 doh,
wp barbtke am h7hvp.php wvs ieidrd sidn(1:Ir0,0110 tale data.
N
tC a.r.�.atd Y
W F
IUQLsad
IHe.d Oh..a. C.rw.�kaasre
6 __ �.��..r��s•�asrr.a�. pittlim29 A+ade

1998 HERTFORD
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
Town Council
John G. Beers, Mayor
Carlton Davenport, Jr.
Sidney Eley
Horace Reid
Billy Lee Winslow
John Christensen, Town Manager
Planning and Zoning Board
Steve Dail, Chairman
Robert Clinkscales, Secretary
Ralph Barr
Dan Danaker
Milton Long
Helen T. Shaw
Charlie Skinner
Technical Assistance
Howard T. Capps 8E; Associates, Inc.
201 N. Front Street, Suite 402
Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
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, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Table of Contents
1998 HERTFORD
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
I. Purpose of Update
1
II. Contents of Land Use Plan Update
1
III. Introduction
1
IV. Goals and Objectives
2
V. Data Collection and Analysis (Present Conditions)
2
A. Present Population and Economy
2
B. Existing Land Use and Water Uses
9
1. Existing Land Use by Watershed Boundary
9
2. Existing Water Conditions
10
3. Wetlands
11
4. Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
12
5. Outstanding Resource Waters
13
6. Shellfish Beds
13
7. Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
13
8. Natural Heritage Protection Sites
14
9. Major Platted Subdivisions Not Yet Developed
15
10. Significant Land Use Compatibility Problems
15
11. Significant Water Use Compatibility Problems
15
12. Significant Problems that have Resulted from Unplanned
Development and that have Implications for Future Land
Use, Water Use or Water Quality
15
L

13.
Identification of Areas Experiencing or Likely to Experience
Changes in Predominant Land Uses, Including Agricultural
and Forestry Land Being Converted to Other Uses and
Previously Undeveloped Shoreline Areas Where
Development is Now Occurring
15
14.
Significant Water Quality Conditions and the Connection
Between Land Use and Water Quality
.16
C. Current Plans, Policies and Regulations
16
1.
Transportation Plans
16
2.
Community Facilities Plans
16
3.
Solid Waste Plans
16
4.
Utility Extension Policy
17
5.
Open Space and Recreation Policy
17
6.
Current Land Use Plan Policy
17
7.
Zoning Ordinance
17
8.
Subdivision Regulations
17
9.
Floodway Ordinance
18
10.
Building Code
18
11.
Septic Tank Ordinance
18
12.
Historic District Ordinance
18
13.
Nuisance Ordinance
18
14.
Dune Protection
18
15.
Wetland Protection Ordinance
18
16.
Sedimentation Ordinance
18
17.
Environmental Impact Ordinance
19

VI.
18.
Stormwater Management Plan
19
19.
Mobile Home Park Ordinance
19
20.
Group Housing/Planned Unit Development (PUD) Policy
19
Constraints
19
A. Land
Suitability
19
1.
Physical Limitations for Development
19
(a) Major Hazard Areas
19
L Man -Made Hazards
19
iL Natural Hazard Areas
21
(b) Soil Limitations
21
L Septic Tank Limitations
21
(c) Water Supply Areas
21
L Public Water Supply Watershed
21
I Public and Community Supply Wellfields
21
(d) Slopes Exceeding 12%
21
(e) Shoreline Areas with High Erosion Potential
21
(f) Watersheds Which Drain into Nutrient Sensitive Waters,
Outstanding Resource Waters, Primary Nursery Areas,
High Quality Waters or SA Waters
22
2.
Fragile Areas
22
(a) Coastal Wetlands
22
(b) Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shorelines
23
(c) Public Trust Waters
24
(d) Complex Natural Areas
24

(e)
Areas that Sustain Remnant Species
(fl
Areas Containing Unique Geologic Formations
(g)
Scenic and Prominent High Points
(h)
Archaeologic and Historic Sites
(i)
Natural Heritage Program Areas
(j)
Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
3. Areas with Resource Potential
(a)
Productive and Unique Agricultural Lands
(Prime Farmlands)
(b)
Potentially Valuable Mineral Sites
(c)
Publicly Owned Forests
(d)
Parks
(e)
Fish and Game Lands
4. Community Services Capacity
(a)
Wastewater Management
(b)
Drinking Water Supply
(c)
Transportation
(d)
Schools
(e)
Landfill
(f)
Police
(g)
Fire
(h)
Public Administration
VH. Estimated Demand
25
25
25
25
26
26
26
26
27
27
27
27
27
27
27
27
28
28
29
29
29
29

A. Population and Economy
29
1. Population Projections/Seasonal Population
30
2. Local Objectives Concerning Growth
31
3. Foreseeable Social and Economic Change
32
B. Future Land Needs
32
C. Demand for Community Facilities and Services
32
VIII. Policy Statements
33
A. Resource Protection
36
B. Resource Production and Management
51
C. Economic and Community Development
53
D. Continuing Public Participation
63
E. Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans
64
IX. Land Classification System and Map
71
A. Developed
72
B. Urban Transition
72
C. Rural
74
D. Conservation
74
X. Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation
75
M. Public Participation
76
Appendix
77
Tables
Table 1 Hertford Population 1970-1990
3
Table 2 Hertford Population Estimate 1990-1995
3
Table 3 Perquimans County Population 1960-1996
4

Table 4
Perquimans County Population Estimate 1991-1996
Table 5
Hertford Housing Stock
Table 6
Age of Housing Stock
Table 7
Employment
Table 8
Employment/Wages by Industry Type for 1995, Perquimans
County
Table 9
1989 Household Income
Table 10
Perquimans County Agricultural Profile
Table 11
Perquimans County School System
Table 12
Fire Department Equipment
Table 13
Hertford and Perquimans County Population Projections
Table 14
Perquimans County Building Permits (Includes Hertford)
Table 15
Type and Severity of Risks Associates with Hurricanes
Maps
Existing Land Use Map
Composite Storm Hazard Map
Land Classification Map
4
5
6
7
8
28
29
30
31
66

HERTFORD, NORTH CAROLINA
1998 Land Use Plan Update
PURPOSE OF UPDATE
The primary purpose of the Land Use Plan Update is to identify and analyze emerging
issues and problems and to reexamine policies to determine if they have been effective and
whether they should be modified. The following objectives must be met in the update:
• to further define and refine local policies and issues;
• to further examine and refine the land classification system and map;
• to assess the effectiveness of existing land use plan and its implementation;
• to further explore implementation procedures; and,
• to promote better understanding of land use planning.
The land use planning process will also allow local officials to make clear public policy
choices and serve as a framework and guide for use in future decision making. The
planning process also helps establish standards which can be used by the Coastal
Resources Commission (CRC) in reviewing and approving land use plans. Policies in the
plan update must be consistent with established State and federal policies.
If issues are carefully and explicitly addressed, other levels of government will follow local
policies in actions affecting those issues.
CONTENTS OF LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
At a minimum, the Land Use Plan Update must include the following basic elements:
• Executive Summary
• Introduction
• Goals and Objectives
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Present Conditions
• Constraints
• Estimated Demands
• Policy Statements
• Land Classification
• Intergovernmental Coordination
• Implementation
• Public Participation
IIL INTRODUCTION
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 1

1
' Hertford is located in the northeastern coastal plain of North Carolina. In 1974 the State
of North Carolina established a cooperative program of coastal area management between
local governments like the Town of Hertford and the State through the Coastal Resources
Commission (CRC).
The CRC determined that land use planning lies at the center of local government's
involvement and gives the local leaders an opportunity and responsibility to establish and
enforce policies to guide the development of their community. While regulations, land
' acquisition, education and other management tools must continue to play an important
role, the CRC finds that land use planning offers the best chance for developing a common
vision and goals for the future that balance the economic development and resource
' protection necessary for a healthy coast.
' Land use planning provides opportunities for careful analysis of the implications of various
development alternatives, allows meaningful involvement of citizens in discussing the
future of their community and provides a chance for local elected officials to make clear
public policy choices for the future that help guide public and private investments. Land
use planning is an important tool for effectively addressing the many complicated issues
that face areas with high growth.
' IV. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
' The primary goal and objective in preparing the Hertford Land Use Plan Update is to give
citizens and officials the opportunity to think about and plan for the kind of community
citizens would like to see during the five- to ten-year planning period.
The land use plan update process includes formal establishment of policy and
implementation strategy that generally focuses on retaining historic residential character of
Hertford, while at the same time allowing for desired community development and
growth.
' V. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS (Present Conditions)
The first basic element of the Land Use Plan Update is a presentation of pertinent local
iand regional data and a thorough analysis of that data. This information helps establish the
information base necessary to make local policy choices about future land use and
' development in the community. Information on population, natural resources, water
quality, economic activity and transportation infrastructure has been provided by the
Division of Coastal Management. Other required information has been provided by local
' government officials or department heads.
A. Present Population and Economy
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 2

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
5,000
4,000
39000
29000
1,000
Source: 1970-1990 Census
Table I
Hertford Population
1970 — 1990
2,244
2,023
1,941
1970
1980
Table 2
Hertford Population Estimate
1990-1995
1990
52000
49000
39000
2,322 2.3 ,347
2,000 2,244 2,204 2,216
1,000
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995
Source: Log -in NC (LNC), Office of State Planning 1997
1990 Census
Table 1 reflects a slight increase in population from 1,941 people in 1980 to 2,244
people in 1990, or an increase of 303 people over ten years. Table 2, which
reflects Office of State Planning population estimates, shows a small but steady
increase in population between 1991, when the population dropped slightly, to
1995, where it increased to 2,347. Over this five-year period, the population
increased from 2,244 to 2,347, which is an increase of 103 people. This represents
a slowing of population increase from the 30 per year between 1980 and 1990, to
20 per year on average between 1990 and 1995.
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
3

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
i
11,000
10,500
1%000
%500
9,000
8,500
8,000
9,1
Table 3
Perquimans County Population
1960 — 1996
7
1960 1970 1980 1990
Source: Log -in NC (LNC), Office of State Planning 1997
1960-1990 Census
Table 4
Perquimans County Population Estimate
1991 — 1996
11,500
11,000
10,65 ,716
103,500 10,558 10,582
10,447 10,424 10,436
10,000
9,500
9,000
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Source: Log -in NC (LNC), Office of State Planning 1997
Since Hertford serves as the primary retail and business center for the County, the
growth in population of the County has a direct impact on Hertford's economy.
As shown in Table 3, Perquimans County has grown from apopulation of 8,351 in
1970 to a population of 10,447 by 1990 based on Census data. This population
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
4

increase of 2,096 people over 20 years represents a growth rate of approximately
1,048 people per ten years, which is a very slow growth rate.
'
Table 4 shows State estimates for population in the County between 1990 Census
through 1996, which is the last year for which information is available. There was
'
a very slight drop from 1990 to 1991; but after that period the population has
continued to increase slightly each year, from 10,447 in 1990 to 10,716 in 1996.
This represents an estimated increase of 269 people over six years. This appears
'
to represent a slowdown in population growth from that experienced between
1980 and 1990, an increase of 961 people over ten years.
'
Table 5
Hertford Housing Stock
' Total Housing Units 913
Occupied Units 809
Vacant Units 104
Units in Structures
'
1 Detached
599
1 Attached
14
2 Attached
49
'
3 or 4 Attached
99
5to9
9
10 to 19
8
'
20 to 49
0
50 or more
0
Mobile Homes or Trailers
128
'
Other
7
Source: 1990 Census
'
Based on the 1990 Census, Hertford had a total of 913 dwelling
units. Of those,
599 units are single-family detached and 128 are mobile homes
or trailers. An
'
additional 179 units are attached or multi -family units.
'
Table 6
Age of Housing Stock
Town of Hertford
'
1989 to March 1990
4
1985 to 1988
43
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 5

P
1980 to 1984 125
1970 to 1979 151
' 1960 to 1969 136
1950 to 1959 108
1940 to 1949 73
' 1939 or earlier 273
Total 913
' Source: 1990 Census
' Table 6 shows that of the 913 units available in 1990, approximately one-third of
the housing stock, or 323 dwelling units, have been built since 1970.
' The Economic and Demographic Data is not available for Hertford; however, the
data for Perquimans County shows a labor force in 1995 of 4,350 people, which
' represents 40.7% of the total population in the labor force. As shown in Table 7,
1994 Employment Sector data shows the largest employer for the County is the
government, with 34.5% of the labor force in this sector of the economy. The
' second largest opportunity for employment is in Retail/Wholesale/Trade, with
26.5%. Service business represent 15.6% and manufacturing represents 13.5% of
employment.
' Table 7
Employment
Sector 1994 % Qt County 1995 %f County
Emnlo, ment ft2layment Emnlo, ment Employment
' Agriculture 33 1.8% 50 2.7%
Construction 63 3.4% 65 3.5%
' Finan/Ins/Real Est 33 1.8% 32 1.7%
Government 638 34.5% 645 35.2%
Manufacturing 250 13.5% 170 9.3%
' Services 289 15.6% 300 16.4%
Retail/Whl Trade 491 26.5% 511 27.9%
' Trans/Com/Pub Util 55 3.0% 58 3.2%
Total 1,850 100% 1,831 100%
Source: Log -in NC (L1VC)
' Table 7 also shows a PP slight increase in employment o ortunities in most sectors
g
' with the exception of manufacturing which dropped from 250 people in 1994 to
170 in 1995, a decrease of 80 jobs or a change from 13.5% in 1994 to 9.3% in
1995.
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 6

1
C
1
Table 8
Employment/Wages by Industry Type for 1995
Perquimans County
Agriculture
Construction
Finan/Ins/Real Estate
Government
Manufacturing
Services
Retail
Wholesale Trade
*Trans/Com/[Jtilities
*25 of these jobs are in trucking and warehousing
Source: 1997 Land Use Planning Information Packet
$16,900
17,698
17,302
20,203
12,534
11,854
8,883
19,537
24,566
Table 7 shows that only 3.0% to 3.2% of employment opportunities were in
Transportation, Communications and Utilities; however, as Table 8 reflects, this
sector of the economy had the highest average annual wage of $24,566 in 1995.
Other areas of the economy, other than government, pay a much lower average
annual wage.
The previous Land Use Plan points out the desire to improve the local economy by
promoting more tourism. Based on Travel and Tourism data on the Log -in NC
(LNC), Perquimans County in 1994 had travel spending in the County of
$5,750,000. The same data shows 1993 travel wages in the County of $720,000,
with 50 employees in the travel industry.
Table 9
1989 Household Income
Town of Hertford
Less than 5,000
5,000 to 12,499
12,500 to 17,499
17,500 to 22,499
22,500 to 27,499
27,500 to 32,499
32,500 to 37,499
38,000 to 42,499
151
201
88
73
54
56
46
36
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
7

42,500 to 47,499
25
47,500 to 54,999
30
55,000 to 74,999
36
75,000 to 124,999
17
125,000 or more
5-
Total Households 828
Median Household Income in 1989 $15,068
Source: 1990 Census
Based on 1990 Census data for Hertford, 440 households, or over 50% of the
Hertford households, had a 1989 household income of less than $17,499 per year,
with a median household income of $15,068.
Table 10
Perquimans County Agricultural Profile
1982
Mz
1-22
Farms (Number)
343
272
226
Land in Farms (Acres)
86,376
75,808
68,736
Average Size of Farm (Acres)
252
279
304
Total Cropland (Acres)
70,855
66,354
58,873
Harvested Cropland (Farms)
308
232
196
Harvested Cropland (Acres)
68,275
55,814
55,546
Beef Cow (Farms)
67
53
45
Beef Cow (Number)
664
(D)
662
Milk Cow (Farms)
5
1
0
Milk Cow (Number)
7
(D)
0
Cattle and Calves Sold (Farms)
60
55
42
Cattle and Calves Sold (Number)
569
773
513
Broiler Chickens Sold (Farms)
14
13
21
Broiler Chickens Sold (Number)
2,743,504
3,215,900
6,433,100
Hogs and Pigs Sold (Farms)
111
97
52
Hogs and Pigs Sold (Number)
52,534
51,306
56,156
Source: Census of Agriculture, U.S. Department of Commerce
(D) Withheld to avoid disclosing data for individual farms
Since agriculture plays such an important part in Hertford's economy, the Plan
reflects in Table 10 data on the agricultural profile for the County. The
Perquimans County Agricultural Profile, Table 7, reflects data for 1982, 1987 and
1992. Based on this data, the number of farms and land area in farm use has
decreased between 1982 and 1992. The number of farms has been reduced by 117
over this ten-year period, with 17,640 fewer acres in farm land use. Total cropland
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 8

' acreage has also gone down, from 70,855 acres in 1982 to 58,873 acres in 1992, a
reduction of 11,982 acres over this ten-year period.
' Farms with broiler chicken operations have increased from 14 in 1982 to 21 farms
in 1992, and with an increase in chickens sold for this period of 3,689,596. The
' number of hog and pig farms has decreased from 111 in 1982 to 52 farms in 1992.
The number of hogs or pigs sold has increased slightly over this period from
52,534 to 56,156.
' Although the number of farms and farm acreage in use is going down, g g , agriculture
remains a very important part of the Perquimans County economy.
' B. Existing Land Use and Water Uses
' 1. Existing Land Use by Watershed Boundary
' The existing land use and water use data is based on a windshield survey
conducted in early 1998 using aerial photography and existing street map
of Hertford. The natural features such as prime farmlands and anadromous
' fish spawning areas are all based on inventory maps provided by the
Division of Coastal Management dated September 29, 1997. The
watershed boundary information for Perquimans County was also derived
' from DCM maps dated September 29, 1997.
Since adjacent land use can have a major impact on water quality of
' adjacent rivers and streams, this section on existing land use has been
written using the watershed areas for Hertford in an effort to relate land
use to adjacent water bodies.
' Perquimans River Watershed
' The Perquimans River watershed includes all of the Town of Hertford and
portions of U.S. 17 highway south of Hertford.
The Town of Hertford, with its cluster of residential and commercial
development, is located near the center of this watershed. The municipal
boat launching areas and municipal waterfront park are located in this
watershed.
The Sensitive Habitats map produced by the Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) dated September 29, 1997, shows portions of the
Perquimans River in Hertford containing anadromous fish spawning areas.
(See Existing Land Use Map for location.) The Wetlands Map also
produced by DCM shows Hertford containing large areas of Bottomland
Hardwood or Swamp Forests along the upper reaches of the Perquimans
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 9

River and along both sides of Castleton Creek. There is also a large area of
Wet Pine Flats on the north side of Hertford, also adjacent to the
'
Perquimans River. There are two CAMA access parks along the
Perquimans River. One waterfront park has a small T-pier and passive
recreation area including boardwalk along the waterfront. The second
park, which is located behind the Municipal Building, is also a passive
recreation area with waterfront boardwalk, parking and adjacent municipal
boat ramp.
'
The Central Business District of Hertford is located along Church Street
with a surrounding area of a mixture of historic homes and small
businesses. The area along Grubb Street is also a mixture of homes and
small businesses. The existing industrial uses are concentrated on the
'
northwestern side of Hertford along SR 1109.
The Natural Area Assessment Map shows that this watershed contains
large areas of anadromous fish spawning areas, submerged aquatic
'
vegetation and prime farmland.
'
2. Existing Water Conditions
Based on the Water Quality Use Classes Map produced by the North
'
Carolina Division of Coastal Management dated September 29,1997, the
upper reaches of the Perquimans River at Hertford are classified SC
waters.
'
The Division of Environmental Management has established primary
classifications for coastal waters with quality characteristics. SC waters
'
have the following characteristics:
Best Uses • Aquatic life propagation;
'
• Secondary recreation, including
recreational fishing, boating, and water -
related activities involving minimal skin
contact.
Max. E. Coli. Counts • Not to exceed 200 (geometric mean of 5
'
(NoJ100 ml.) consecutive samples in a 30 day period);
and
• 400 in 20% of samples.
Wastewater • No categorical restrictions; however, DEM
'
Discharges may prohibit discharges on a case -by -case
basis for protection of water quality.
SC construction and development characteristics include:
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 10

' Dredge and Fill • Refer to Supplemental Classification, and
Activities to the N.C. Division of Coastal
Management, N.C. Division of Marine
Fisheries, and N.C. Shellfish Sanitation
Branch.
' Erosion and • Standard erosion protection and
Sedimentation Control sedimentation control required for projects
Rules greater than 1 acre;
' • Required to manage 10-year storm runoff;
• Refer to the N.C. Division of Land
Resources.
' Recreational Protected for.
Activities • Low intensity skin contact, such as
informal swimming areas;
' • Boating/marina development;
• Recreational fishing and water craft.
' SC stormwater control (when CAMA Major Development or
Sedimentation and Erosion Control Permits required):
' Minor Buffer Low Density Qption
Requirements 30 ft. from surface waters.
Min. Built -upon Low Density QOm
Restrictions 30%.
Engineered Controls
N/A.
Min. Residential Lot Low Density Option
Size 1/3 acre.
' Engineered Controls
N/A.
' Engineered Control • Infiltration and detention ponds allowed
System • Systems must control runoff from 1.0 inch
of rainfall.
• Refer to Coastal Stomiwater Rules for
' specific design information.
3. Wetlands
' The Wetlands Map for Hertford produced by the N. C. Division of Coastal
Management and dated September 29, 1997, from the National Wetlands
' Inventory, reflects three wetland classifications present in Hertford.
a. Headwater Swamps. Wooded, riverine systems along first order
streams. These include hardwood dominated communities with
moist soil most of the year. Channels receive their water from
overland flow and rarely overflow their own banks.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 11

This type of swamp is located on the north side of Grubb Street
' near Kenyon Street. Much of this Headwater Swamp has been
cleared.
' b. Bottomland Hardwoods. Seasonally flooded forested or
occasionally scrub/shrub areas usually occurring in floodplains.
Typical species include hickories, oaks (overcup, water, laurel,
swamp chestnut), sweet gum, green ash, cottonwoods, willows,
river birch, and occasionally pines; or
11
Swamp Forest. Riverine and non-riverine forested or scrub/shrub
communities which are semi -permanently flooded, including
temporarily flooded depressional systems. Typical species include
Taxodium spp., Nyssa spp., Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Acer rubrum
and Carya aquatica.
This type of swamp is located along the Perquimans River on the
north side of Hertford and along Castleton Creek in the southern
part of Hertford.
C. Pine Flats. Palustrine, seasonally saturated pine communities on
hydric soils that may become quite dry for part of the year.
Generally on flat or nearly flat interfluves. Usually dominated by
Pinus taeda. This category does not include managed pine
systems.
Pine Flats are located on the western side of the Perquimans River
on the north side of Hertford.
These wetlands, to a varying degree, are important in providing areas for
water storage, wildlife habitat, and water quality functions based on the
Wetlands Conservation Plan currently being developed by the Division of
Coastal Management.
4. Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
The Sensitive Habitats Map for Hertford produced by the N. C. Division of
Coastal Management dated September 29, 1997, reflects anadromous fish
spawning areas in the Perquimans River adjacent to Hertford. These areas
are identified as important fisheries habitats (spawning and nursery areas),
and are especially sensitive to activities within them and changes in
surrounding water quality. Anadromous fish are saltwater fish that spawn
in fresh waters. It is important to note that not only the spawning areas are
important, but the areas and river stretches between open water and these
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 12

spawning areas are also important to these species, since they must pass
through them to get to their spawning grounds.
The spawning areas are located along both sides of the Perquimans River
on the north side of Hertford and along Castleton Creek.
5. Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
'
There are no Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) located within the
Town of Hertford.
'
6. Shellfish Beds
There are no shellfish beds located in Hertford waters.
7. Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
'
The network of leaves, stems and roots in a bed of submerged aquatic
vegetation (SAV) oxygenates the water, filters and traps sediments, and
utilizes excess nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus in the water.
'
These processes increase clarity in the water and improve the conditions
for more SAV growth. However, if too much sediment is deposited, SAV
may be smothered.
SAV provides an abundance of food and shelter and attracts a wide variety
'
of fish and wildlife. For example, largemouth bass utilize the grass beds of
Albemarle Sound, while in saltier Core Sound, bay scallops attach to the
leaves and stems of SAV. Birds also rely heavily on the presence of SAV.
'
Osprey, egrets, herons and gulls are often seen fishing in these grass beds,
while many ducks, swans, and geese consume SAV as a major portion of
their diet. Commercial and recreational fishing, hunting and tourism
contribute significantly to the economy of the coastal area. These activities
are largely dependent on the presence of SAV and the vast amounts of fish
and wildlife it supports.
Light is necessary 5for SAV growth. When high levels of nutrients promote
the growth of algae, the water becomes cloudy and light does not penetrate
'
through the water adequately. In addition, nutrient enrichment increases
algal growth on the leaves of SAV, further reducing light availability to
SAV. Similarly, sediments cloud the water and inhibit light penetration.
'
Without an adequate amount of sunlight for photosynthesis, SAV will die.
Major sources of nutrients are effluent from sewage treatment plants,
industrial discharges, and agricultural runoff. Treated wastewater often
contains elevated levels of phosphorus and nitrogen, which promote algal
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 13

I
' growth. Agricultural runoff not only adds nutrients but also herbicides,
pesticides, and sediments to our sounds. With every rainfall, nutrients and
many toxic materials are carried into our sounds by runoff from urban
areas. Runoff from road construction, building sites, agricultural fields,
and within the sounds themselves — shoreline erosion, boat traffic and
dredging — all add to the amount of sediments suspended in the water and
further reduce light penetration.
' Other stresses on SAV are caused by dredging, fishing and boating.
Dredging increases turbidity and changes the depth of an area, often to
depths unsuitable for the growth of SAV. More drastic impacts to SAV
occur when the plants are buried by the dredge material. Boat propellers
and commercial fish and shellfish harvesting in SAV beds can uproot plants
and destabilize the bottom, allowing increased plant and sediment loss.
Based on the Sensitive Habitat Map produced by DCM and dated
' September 29,1997, there are no submerged aquatic vegetation areas in
Hertford waters.
' 8. Natural Heritage Protection Sites
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program of the Division of Parks and
' Recreation works to identify and facilitate protection of the most
ecologically significant natural areas remaining in the State. Natural areas
may be identified because they provide important habitat for rare species or
' because they contain outstanding examples of the rich natural diversity of
this State.
'
Identification of these natural areas is important for land use planning,
especially planning for natural area conservation and greenways. High
quality natural areas are valuable resources that make North Carolina and
'
its counties attractive to live in and to visit. In addition to their educational
and cultural uses, natural areas are important reservoirs of native plants and
'
animals and are key resources for recreation.
The global and statewide rarity of these elements determine a site's priority
g t3' P t3'
'
rating. Nationally significant sites contain examples of natural
communities, rare plant or animal populations or geologic features that are
among the highest quality or best of their kind in the nation, or clusters of
such elements that are among the best in the nation. Statewide significant
'
sites contain similar ecological resources that are among the highest quality
occurrences in North Carolina. There may be better quality representations
or larger populations elsewhere in the nation, including possibly a few
'
within the State. Regionally significant sites contain natural elements that
may be represented elsewhere in the State by better quality examples, but
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 14

0
1
k
i
which are among the outstanding examples in their geographic region of
the State.
There are no Natural Heritage Program sites in Hertford.
9. Major Platted Subdivisions Not Yet Developed
Based on information provided by the Town Manager, there are two major
platted subdivisions that have not been completed. The first is an 18-lot
cul-de-sac subdivision located on the north side of SR 1110. This
preliminary subdivision, called Spring Village Phase I, is dated January 28,
1994. The second preliminary plan is Beech Grove Development, dated
June 22, 1995. The subdivision is located on the southern side of SR 1107
and consists of 27 residential lots.
10. Significant Land Use Compatibility Problems
There are no significant land use compatibility problems in Hertford. There
are areas of mixed use near the CBD area which add to the charm of
Hertford.
11. Significant Water Use Compatibility Problems
As discussed in an earlier section, anadromous fish spawning areas, which
are important fisheries habitats (spawning and nursery areas), and the areas
and river stretches between them and the open water through which the
fish must pass to reach them, are sensitive to activities within them that
change the surrounding water quality. There are no identified significant
water use compatibility problems in Hertford.
12. Significant Problems that have Resulted from Unplanned
Development and that have Implications for Future Land Use, Water
Use or Water Quality
'
There are no known significant problems identified from unplanned
development that affect land use, water use or water quality. As discussed
in earlier sections, the accumulation of urban and agricultural runoff could
have a detrimental affect on water quality by placing additional nutrients,
herbicides, pesticides and sediments in the rivers and sounds.
'
13. Identification of Areas Experiencing or Likely to Experience Changes
in Predominant Land Uses, Including Agricultural and Forestry Land
'
Being Converted to Other Uses and Previously Undeveloped Shoreline
Areas Where Development is Now Occurring
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 15

'
The four-laning of U.S. 17 Bypass continues to encourage commercial
growth along the highway corridor. This area will most likely continue to
'
change from open fields to non-residential uses during the planning period.
Hertford continues to work on upgrading the waterfront with passive
'
recreational uses.
The Commerce Centre southeast of Hertford will be annexed into Hertford
'
for development during the planning period.
14. Significant Water Quality Conditions and the Connection Between
Land Use and Water Quality
As discussed in an earlier section of the Plan, the Perquimans River is
classified SC waters. The best use for SC waters is aquatic life
propagation, with a secondary use being recreational fishing, boating and
'
water -related activities involving minimal skin contact.
With SC waters supporting aquatic life propagation and spawning areas,
future riverside development must be sensitive to water quality by
'
construction of low density development with required detention pond
facilities to reduce sediments running directly into the rivers and sounds.
'
C. Current Plans, Policies and Regulations
1. Transportation Plans
Based on a January, 1997, report called Status of Thoroughfare Planning,
NC DOT Statewide Planning Branch, Hertford has an approved
thoroughfare plan dated October 11,1991. The widening of U.S. 17
through Perquimans County has been on the State Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP) and is now nearing completion.
2. Community Facilities Plans
' Hertford does not have a community facilities plan.
' 3. Solid Waste Plans
' Hertford and Perquimans County currently dispose of solid waste through
use of a transfer station at the old landfill site near Belvidere. The
Albemarle Regional Authority has solid waste removed from the transfer
' station site to the landfill in Bertie County. The Albemarle Regional
Authority includes a seven -county area in northeastern North Carolina.
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 16

4. Utility Extension Policy
Hertford's Utility Extension Policy addresses water and sewer extensions
within the corporate limits and extraterritorial limits. The policy addresses
charges for extension and method of payment. The policy also addresses
'
street improvements within the corporate limits and extraterritorial limits.
5. Open Space and Recreation Policy
'
Section 3-20.2, Manufactured Home Parks Ordinance, provides for
'
recreation space. Specifically, the ordinance reads, "Each park shall have
one or more recreational areas with a minimum size of 2,500 square feet or
200 square feet for each home space within the park, whichever is greater.
'
Recreation areas shall be located to be free of traffic hazards and should,
where topography permits, be centrally located and easily accessible to all
park residents.
IIn 1989 a Waterfront Access Plan was prepared which addresses the need
for upgrading Missing Mill Park and adding additional pedestrian access
facilities at the waterfront behind the municipal building. This plan also
'
includes other waterfront improvements, both public and private, with a
schedule for implementation and a list of potential funding sources. The
need for continuing efforts to provide waterfront access is addressed in the
'
policy section of the Plan.
6. Current Land Use Plan Policy
The 1991 Hertford Land Use Plan adopted by the Town Council and the
'
Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) is now in effect. The Plan contains
information on Hertford at that time such as population, existing land use,
review of current Town plans and policy, policy issues and policy
statements, and land classification text and map. The 1991 Land Use Plan
will remain in effect until this 1998 Land Use Plan Update is approved
locally and by the CRC.
'
7. Zoning Ordinance
'
The Hertford Zoning Ordinance has been in effect since 1980, with
revisions made as needed since that time.
'
8. Subdivision Regulations
The Hertford Subdivision Regulations were originally adopted in 1968. In
'
1997 the Planning Board completed a review of the ordinance which was
adopted by the Town Council in December, 1997.
1
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 17

9.
Floodway Ordinance
'
The community is covered under the Federal Flood Insurance Program
which defines and reflects on two maps areas subject to flooding. The
'
community does not have a designated floodway or floodway program.
'
.10.
Building Code
The Town of Hertford uses the services of the CountyBuildin Inspector's
'
office. Construction in Hertford is done in compliance with the State
Building Code as administered by the County Inspections Department.
11.
Septic Tank Ordinance
Septic tanks are not permitted inside the corporate limits of Hertford
'
without express permission from Town.
12.
Historic District Ordinance
'
Hertford does not presently have an established historic district. However,
the community does contain numerous homes and other buildings of
'
historic and architectural significance. There is a Hertford Historic District
on the State study list for eventual nomination to the National Register of
Historic Places, and a proposed historic district boundaries map has been
'
drawn for Hertford.
13.
Nuisance Ordinance
'
Hertford has a Disorderly Conduct and Public Nuisance Ordinance. It
covers items such as dogs running at large, high grass, junk cars and noise.
14.
Dune Protection
'
Hertford does not have a Dune Protection Ordinance. Dune protection is
not applicable in Hertford.
15.
Wetland Protection Ordinance
' Hertford does not have a local Wetland Protection Ordinance. Protection
of wetlands comes under State or federal regulations.
' 16. Sedimentation Ordinance
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 18

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
Hertford currently does not have a sedimentation ordinance. The County
Building Inspector refers all major projects requiring sedimentation and
erosion control plans to the Washington Field Office for submittal of
erosion control plans.
17. Environmental Impact Ordinance
Hertford does not have an Environmental Impact Ordinance.
18. Stormwater Management Plan
Hertford does not have a local Stormwater Management Plan.
19. Mobile Home Park Ordinance
Mobile home park development is addressed in the Town's zoning
ordinance.
20. Group Housing/Planned Unit Development (PUD) Policy
Hertford does not have a PUD ordinance. Group housing and other types
of housing are controlled by the Town's Zoning Ordinance. Hertford does
have an active Housing Authority with responsibility for providing and
managing housing for low and moderate income families.
VL CONSTRAINTS
A. Land Suitability
1. Physical Limitations for Development
This section of the Land Use Plan identifies physical limitations for
development. The purpose of this identification and analysis is to assist in
the preparation of the Land Classification Map.
a. for Hazard Areas
i. Man -Made Hazards
Based on the Transportation Features map produced by
DCM and dated September 29, 1997, there are no public or
private airports in Hertford. There are no tank farms or
nuclear power plants located in Hertford.
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
19

F
The community does contain an oil storage area on the
waterfront at Grubb Street and a small bottled gas storage
area on Ballahack Road.
EPA regulations require that facilities report certain
chemical substances located on site. Specifically, under this
regulatory requirement, facilities with chemicals on the
EPA's list of Extremely Hazardous Substances present in a
quantity equal to or in excess of their established Threshold
Planning Quantity or a 500 pound threshold (whichever
number is less), as well as any hazardous chemical present
on site in a quantity equal to or greater than 10,000 pounds
must be included on an annual report called the Tier II.
This report must be submitted by March 1 of each year to
the North Carolina Emergency Response Commission, the
Local Emergency Planning Committee, and the local fire
department with jurisdiction over the reporting facility.
The information reported on the Tier H reports includes, but
is not limited to, the chemical name or common name of
each chemical subject to reporting, the maximum amount of
the chemical present at any time during the preceding
calendar year, a description of how the chemical is stored,
the location of the chemical at the facility, emergency
contacts, and categories of hazards including (1) immediate
(acute) health hazard, (2) delayed (chronic) health hazard,
(3) fire hazard, (4) sudden release of pressure hazard, and
(5) reactive hazard. A list of those facilities in Hertford
completing Tier II reports in 1996 follows.
Crossroads Fuel US 17 North 5541
Service Hertford, N.C. 27944 9711
Harvey Point Defense Route 5, Box 175 9711
Testing Hertford, N.C. 27944
Southern States 1107 Ballahack Road 5191
Hertford, N.C. 27944
Trade Mart #34 Church Street Extension 5541
Hertford, N.C. 27944
Source Division of Emergency Management,1995
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
20

ii Natural Hazard Areas
Based on a review of DCM maps provided to the County in
the Land Use Planning Information Packet, there are no
'
known natural hazard areas in Hertford. Flooding during
heavy rains or hurricanes would be a natural hazard along
rivers and tributaries as reflected on the Flood Insurance
'
Maps of Hertford.
'
b. Soil Limitations
L Septic Tank Limitations
'
The Septic Suitability of Soils map produced by DEM and
dated September 29,1997, reflects that much of Hertford
has severe limitations for septic tanks. However, this
'
limitation is not applicable for Hertford due to a policy not
to allow septic tanks within the corporate limits.
'
C. Water Sunnly Areas
'
L Public Water Supply Watershed
The Drinking Water Supply map provided by DEM dated
September 29, 1997, indicates that there are no water
supply watershed protected or critical areas.
'
ii Public and Community Supply Wellfields
Hertford currently utilizes two wells which, when operated
12 hours a day, have a pumping capacity of 322,000 gpd.
These wells are located north of Ballahack Road and west
' of Norfolk and Southern Railroad Average daily use is
approximately 250,000 gpd. Water treatment capacity is
approximately 322,000 gpd.
' d. Slopes Exceeding 12%
' None were identified; therefore, this will not be a barrier to future
development.
Ie. ShoreUne Areas with Hi-ah Erosion Potential
There are no known high erosion areas in Hertford.
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 21

11
f. Watersheds Which Drain into Nutdent Sensitive Waters,
Outstanding Resource Waters, Primaly Nursea Areas, HigA
Qualia Waters or SA Waters
There are no Outstanding Resource Waters, High Quality Waters,
or SA Waters in Hertford. The Perquimans River and Castleton
Creek drain into anadromous fish spawning areas (AFSA).
2, Fragile Areas
Fragile coastal natural resource areas are generally recognized to be of
educational, scientific, or cultural value because of the natural features of
the particular site. These features in the coastal area serve to distinguish
the area designated from the vast majority of coastal landscape and therein
establish its value. Such areas may be key components of systems unique
to the coast which act to maintain the integrity of that system.
Areas that contain outstanding examples of coastal processes or habitat
areas of significance to the scientific or educational communities are a
second type of fragile coastal natural resource area. These areas are
essentially self-contained units or "closed systems" minimally dependent
upon adjoining areas.
Finally, fragile areas may be particularly important to a locale either in an
aesthetic or cultural sense. Fragile coastal cultural resource areas are
generally recognized to be of educational, associative, scientific, aesthetic
or cultural value because of their special importance to our understanding
of past human settlement of and interaction with the coastal zone. Their
importance serves to distinguish the designated areas as significant among
the historic architectural or archaeological remains in the coastal zone, and
therein established their value.
The Division of Coastal Management (DCM) wetland data were
developed to assist planners in guiding growth away from
environmentally sensitive areas. The data are derived from
remotely sensed data and should not be used for jurisdictional
wetland determinations or as a substitute for specific site
delineations. While every effort was made to provide accurate
information, errors are inevitable. The data are a planning tool, and
as such, should not be used at inappropriate scales.
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 22

DCM wetland classification breaks wetlands into the following
categories:
'
salt marsh freshwater marsh estuarine shrub scrub
estuarine forested maritime forest pocosin
bottomland hardwood swamp forest headwater swamp
hardwood flat pine flat managed pineland
'
Of the 12 wetland classifications defined by DCM, Hertford
contains the following based on the Wetlands map produced by
'
DCM dated September 29, 1997:
headwater swamp
bottomland hardwood or swamp forest
hardwood flat
pine flat
ISection V, Data Collection and Analysis (Present Conditions) B.3,
contains definitions and locations of each of the four wetland areas
'
in Hertford.
b. Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shorelines
Estuarine waters are defined in G.S. 113A-113(b)(2). The
boundaries 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
in the most current revision of the North Carolina Marine Fisheries
'
Regulations for Coastal Waters, codified at 15A NCAC 3Q.0200.
Estuarine waters are the dominant component and bonding element
'
of the entire estuarine system, integrating aquatic influences from
both the land and the sea. Estuaries are among the most productive
natural environments of North Carolina. They support the valuable
commercial and sports fisheries of the coastal area which are
comprised of estuarine dependent species such as menhaden,
'
flounder, shrimp, crabs and oysters. These species must spend all
or some part of their life cycle within the estuarine waters to mature
and reproduce. Of the ten leading species in the commercial catch,
'
all but one are dependent on the estuary.
Estuarine shorelines, although characterized as dry land, are
'
considered a component of the estuarine system because of the
close association with the adjacent estuarine waters. Estuarine
shorelines are those non -ocean shorelines which are especially
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 23

vulnerable to erosion, flooding, or other adverse effects of wind and
water and are intimately connected to the estuary. This area
'
extends from the mean high water level or normal water level along
the estuaries, sounds, bays, and brackish waters as set forth in an
agreement adopted by the Wildlife Resources Commission and the
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources for a
distance of 75 feet landward.
' Development within estuarine shorelines influences the quality of
estuarine life and is subject to the damaging processes of shore
front erosion and flooding.
' The management objective of the estuarine shoreline is to n g � ensure
' shoreline development is compatible with both the dynamic nature
of estuarine shorelines and the values of the estuarine system.
Estuarine waters and estuarine shorelines exist along the southern
side of the Perquimans River.
'
C. Public Trust Waters
Public trust areas are all natural bodies of water subject to
'
measurable lunar tides and lands thereunder to the mean high water
mark, all navigable natural bodies of water and lands thereunder to
the mean high water level or mean water level as the case may be,
'
except privately -owned lakes to which the public has no right of
access; all water in artificially created bodies of water containing
significant public fishing resources or other public resources which
'
are accessible to the public by navigation from bodies of water in
which the public has rights of 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.
Public trust areas for Hertford include the Perquimans River and
navigable tributaries and creeks.
'
d. Complex Natural Areas
Coastal complex natural areas are defined as lands that support
native plant and animal communities and provide habitat qualities
which have remained essentially unchanged by human activity.
'
Such areas may be either significant components of coastal systems
or especially notable habitat areas of scientific, educational, or
aesthetic value. They may be surrounded by landscape that has
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 24

u
fl
been modified but does not drastically alter conditions within the
natural area. Such areas may have been altered by human activity
and/or subject to limited future modifications, e.g. the placement of
dredge spoil, if the CRC determines that the modifications benefit
the plant or animal habitat or enhance the biological, scientific or
educational values which will be protected by designation as an
AEC.
There are no known complex natural areas in Hertford.
Coastal areas that sustain remnant species are those areas that
support native plants and animals which are threatened to be rare or
endangered. There are no known areas in Hertford that sustain
remnant species.
Unique coastal geologic formations are defined as sites that contain
geologic formations that are unique or otherwise significant
components of coastal systems, or that are especially notable
examples of geologic formations or processes in the coastal area.
There are no known unique coastal geologic formations in
Hertford.
There are numerous scenic points throughout Hertford, but no
designated prominent high points or scenic points. Highway 17
Business and the S-curve bridge are part of the Perquimans
Crossing Scenic Byways.
' h. Archaeologic and Historic Sites
Significant coastal historic architectural resources are defined as
rdistricts, structures, buildings, sites or objects that have more than
local significance to history or architecture. Such areas will be
evaluated by the North Carolina Historical Commission in
rconsultation with the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC).
' Hertford has numerous historic structures on the National Register
of Historic Places or on the study list for such designation. (See
Appendix for list.)
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 25

Significant coastal archaeological resources are defined as areas
that contain archaeological remains (objects, features and/or sites)
that have more than local significance to history or prehistory.
Such areas will be evaluated by the North Carolina Historical
Commission in consultation with the CRC.
There are no known archaeological sites in Hertford.
' i. Natural Heiitage Program Areas
'
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program of the Division of
Parks and Recreation works to identify and facilitate protection of
the most ecologically significant natural areas remaining in the
State. Natural areas may be identified because they provide
important habitat for rare species or because they contain
'
outstanding examples of the rich natural diversity of this State.
The North Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and
'
Natural Resources, Division of Parks and Recreation, Natural
Heritage Program in cooperation with the N.C. Center for
Geographic Information and Analysis, developed the Natural Areas
'
digital data to determine the areas containing ecologically
significant natural communities or rare species. This data was
created to assist governmental agencies and others in making
'
resource management decisions through use of a Geographic
Information System (GIS).
There are no Natural Heritage Program areas in Hertford.
j. Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
As discussed in Section V.B.4 of the Plan, these spawning areas are
identified as important fisheries habitat (spawning and nursery
' areas). Their significance and location has been discussed in the
section referenced above.
3. . Areas with Resource Potential
' a. Productive and Unique Agricultural Lands (Prime Farmland)
' Based on the Prime Farmland Map prepared by the Division of
Coastal Management dated September 29, 1997, Hertford has small
areas of prime farmland located on the western edge of the Town's
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 26

corporate limits. Another area is located along the southern edge
of the Perquimans River east of the Town's corporate limits.
Specific soils in Hertford considered prime farmland soils can be
found in the Appendix under Perquimans County Soil
Characteristics.
b. Potentially Valuable Mineral Sites
There are no known mineral sites in Hertford.
C. Publicly Owned Forests
There are no known publicly owned forest areas in Hertford.
d. Parks
There are no State park sites in Hertford. There are two CAMA
access areas located on the Perquimans River in Hertford.
e. Fish and Game Lands
Hertford does not contain any game lands. There is one Wildlife
Commission Boating Access Area 1.2 miles off of SR 1319 in the
southern part of Perquimans County.
4. Community Services Capacity
a. Wastewater Management
The Town's sewage treatment facilities have a treatment capacity of
400,000 gpd with utilization of 312,000 gpd, or 78% of capacity.
A November bond issue will be voted on to expand capacity to
700,000 gpd.
b. Drinking Water &ppLy
The existing water system has a design capacity of 322,000 gpd
with a current utilization of only 250,000 gpd. A bond issue will be
voted on in November and, if approved, would provide funding to
upgrade plant to 600,000 gpd. One additional well will be added
with a 300 gallon per minute pumping capacity.
C. Transportation
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/'98 Draft) 27

The Transportation Features map produced by DCM and dated
September 29, 1997, reflects the road network of Hertford. U.S.
17 Bypass is currently being widened to four lanes which, when
completed, will link Hertford to Williamston to the west and the
Virginia line to the east and north with a four -lane highway.
Perquimans Crossing is part of the North Carolina Scenic Byway
system and runs along 17 Business through Hertford.
The Perquimans County school system consists of four schools
which serve the Town of Hertford.
Table 11
Perquimans County School System
Perquimans County Central School
Hertford Grammar School
Perquimans County Middle School
Perquimans County High School
Total
Source: Perquimans County School Administration
Grades
Design
Coacia
Enrollment
Jan. 1998
PreK— 2
550
406
3-5
550
458
6-8
740
504
9 — 12
680
528
1,896
The existing Perquimans County Central School will be replaced in
December, 1998, or January, 1999, with a new facility now under
construction. Hertford Grammar School is currently undergoing
renovations and additions which are scheduled to be completed
prior to the 1998-99 school year. Enrollment in the school system
typically runs between 1,900 to 2,000 students per year.
,-,
The Perquimans County Landfill site has been closed and capped.
The site is now being used as a transfer point by Waste Industries
for temporary deposit of solid waste by roll -off or front-end
dumpsters. Perquimans County has a 20-year contract to dispose
of solid waste in Bertie County through contracted services with
Waste Industries. Waste is carried from the transfer site to Bertie
County Landfill by 18-wheel trucks. The County is approximately
five years into its 20-year contract.
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 28

The Town of Hertford has six full-time police officers plus the
Police Chief and two auxiliary officers budgeted. Nine patrol cars
are available. Town officials feel that current staff and equipment
are adequate to serve the needs of Hertford, and the Town will
continue to upgrade equipment for the department as financially
feasible.
Hertford is served by an all -volunteer fire department with six
locations throughout the County, including one in Hertford. The
following table provides information on the Hertford Fire
Department, which has a rural department insurance rating by the
North Carolina Department of Insurance of 9-S.
Table 12
Fire Department Equipment
Hertford 19941,500 gal. Pumper/
1,000 gal. Tanker
Two 750 gal. Pumpers
1,250 gaL Tanker
3 Rescue Trucks
The Town is currently being served well by the fire department. As
the Town grows, additional fire departments may be needed to
serve the community.
The Hertford Town Administration is housed in the Town Hall
located at the corner of Grubb Street and Punch Alley on the
Perquimans River. Hertford has a Town Manager and Town
Council form of government.
VII. ESTIMATED DEMAND
A. Population and Economy
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 29

' 1. Population Projections/Seasonal Population
' Table 13
Hertford and Perquimans County Population Projections
11
1990 — 2005
' 00 Perquimans � ui
4
' 119,000 11,112
0,945
1%500 0,650
10,447
' 4,00(1 Hertford
' 3,000
2 ,444
2,000 2,244 2,347
1990 1995 2000 2005
Source: 1990 Census for Perquimans County and Hertford
' 1991-1995 State Population Estimates for Perquimans County and Hertford
2000 & 2005 Howard T. Capps & Associates, Inc., Population Projections
The 1990 Census for Hertford shows a population of 2,244, which
'
represented approximately 21.5% of the total population of Perquimans
County. The Office of State Planning has provided population estimates
for 1995 for both Perquimans County and Hertford. As shown in Table
13, the 1995 estimate for Hertford is approximately 22% of the County
population estimate. Since population projections are not available for
'
municipalities, but they are available for the County, we have reflected that
Hertford's population will remain approximately 22% of the County
population. Based on this approach, Hertford will have a year 2000
'
population of approximately 2,407 and a 2005 population of approximately
2,444.
' Based on the State Planning population estimate of 2,347 in 1995 and the
1990 Census of 2,244, the Town of Hertford has increased in population
by 103 people over this five-year period. With a year 2000 population
' projection of 2,407, the Town of Hertford will grow by 60 people over this
five-year period.
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 30

11
1
Table 14
1 Perquimans County Building Permits (Includes Hertford)
1990-1995
Single Fami1X
Two Family
3 or 4 Families
5 or more
Families
1990
50
0
0
0
1991
32
0
0
0
1992
39
0
0
0
1993
67
0
0
6
1994
37
0
0
24
1995
fd
Q
Q
Q
1 Total 294
Source: Log -in NC (LNC)
I
1
E
0
30
During the 1990 —1995 period, 294 single family and 30 five or more
family units were constructed. With a population projection of 60 new
people between 1995 and the year 2000, a building rate as experienced
from 1990 through 1995 will be adequate to handle demand.
Table 14 reflects that the County, including Hertford, has experienced slow
growth in single family construction with no duplex or three- and four -unit
construction since 1990. Multi -family development was constructed in
1993 and 1994.
Although Hertford is located in the Historic Albemarle area along the U.S.
17 Ocean Highway, the community has very insignificant seasonal
population. Several local bed and breakfast inns, as well as hotels and
motels in Edenton and Elizabeth City, are currently providing rooms for
visitors to the area.
2. Local Objectives Concerning Growth
Based on input gained from public information meetings, Hertford citizens
desire to see more economic development through tourism by promoting
the history and charm of Hertford. Protection of the Perquimans River
water quality is also a concern, while at the same time promoting the
development of a marina facility and motel or hotel facility to
accommodate visitors to the area.
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 31

Another objective expressed was the desire to not have all commercial
development tatting place along the U.S. 17 Bypass. Also, as additional
commercial development takes place there is a need to require landscaping
of non-residential sites in an effort to improve the aesthetic quality of
Hertford for residents and visitors.
A need was expressed to move ahead on the Commerce Centre, more
public access to the water and an additional boat ramp.
3. Foreseeable Social and Economic Change
Perquimans County, the Town of Hertford and Winfall are working jointly
to develop a 300-acre Commerce Centre on the Perquimans River. This
effort and promotion of other industrial sites in Hertford will hopefully
bring about more job opportunities during the five-year planning period.
There is also new interest in promoting the significant historic assets of the
County in an effort to bring about more tourism. Local committees have
been working to establish new historic districts such as the Hertford
downtown area and revitalization of the Hertford CBD area.
B. Future Land Needs
The 1995 State population estimate for Hertford was 2,347 people. The
population projections for Hertford in the year 2000 of 2,407, and the year 2005 of
2,444, represent an increase in population from 1995 to 2000 of 60 people, and
from 1995 to 2005 of 97 people over this ten-year period. Based on 1990 census
information, Perquimans County had an average of 2.58 persons per household.
Using this figure, Hertford will need to accommodate approximately 38 new
housing units by the year 2005.
Using the R-6 zone requirement of approximately one unit per 6,000 square feet,
Hertford will need approximately 52 acres of land area to accommodate this
anticipated growth. Because of the extensive undeveloped land area in Hertford,
anticipated or even greater growth can easily be accommodated during the ten-
year planning period.
' C. Demand for Community Facilities and Services
The slow growth anticipated during the five- to ten-year planning period can easily
be accommodated by existing community facilities and services.
' U.S. 17, recently improved to four lanes, and local streets are adequate to meet
anticipated growth. The water and sewer systems are adequate, as is the school
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 32

system serving Hertford. The volunteer Fire Department and Police Department
continue to serve the needs of the community.
VIII. POLICY STATEMENTS
'
Background — The most important part of any land use plan, particularly those prepared
under North Carolina's Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA), is the formulation of
specific policies regarding growth, development and management objectives. Because of
'
regulatory requirements and local conditions, the policies attempt to strike a balance
between desires and objectives of local citizens, the local government, and the objectives
of the Coastal Area Management Program. Land development policies, which are based
on analyses of existing conditions (including natural and manmade constraints) and
projected trends, are to serve as general guides for future desired development of
'
Hertford. Under LAMA, the overriding issue is that of growth management while at the
same time protecting unique coastal resources. The special resources and constraints
within Hertford were identified in the previous sections of the plan. The policy statements
contained in this section will address both growth management and protection, and
'
maintenance of these resources.
Recognizing the diversities which exist among the coastal communities, the Coastal
'
Resources Commission (CRC) requires each local government to outline specific
development policies under five broad categories, each with its own subset of policy areas.
'
The five required topics, addressed in order in this section, are:
• Resource Protection
• Resource Production and Management
• Economic and Community Development
• Continuing Public Participation
'
Storm Hazard Mitigation
Although policies developed under these topics cover most of the local development
issues, in some cases they do not. Under these five policy topics, Hertford has chosen to
address specific community issues within the scope of this plan.
It is important to understand the significance of local CAMA policy statements and how
they interact with day-to-day activities of Hertford. Three areas are affected. First, the
'
policy statements will regulate the issuance of CAMA minor and major permitting as
required by NCGS-113A-118 prior to undertaking any development in any Area of
Environmental Concern. Hertford must adopt policies which are, at a minimum, equal to
and consistent with the State's minimum use standards. The local government may,
however, adopt minimum use standards which are stricter than the State's and the local
government's stricter standards would become the determining factor whether a CAMA
permit should be issued.
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 33

The second area of application is that of establishing local policies and regulations which
guide Hertford's growth and development Under North Carolina legislation, land use
plans are not regulatory controls. Policy statements must be consistent with and
implemented through local land use ordinances such as zoning or subdivision ordinances
which require public hearings prior to any revisions.
"Consistency
The final area of application is that of Review." Proposals and applications
for state and federal assistance or requests for agency approval of projects are normally
reviewed against the jurisdiction's land use plan to determine if the project is consistent
with local policies. Inconsistencies of a federal or state project with local policies will
serve as grounds for denial or revision of a project.
Communi& Vision Statementfar Next Five- to Ten -Year Planning Period —The
'
CAMA land use planning process is intended to help local governments and their citizens
in the coastal area of North Carolina plan for the future. This policy section of the plan
helps set local policy to protect the natural and manmade environment while at the same
time providing direction on what type of community citizens of Hertford want in the
future. The citizens of Hertford establish the following vision for the community for the
next five- to ten-year planning period:
'
Hertford citizens desire to maintain the historic character and charm of Hertford,
and promote its historic character in an effort to bring about more economic
'
growth. Citizens also want to see more utilization of the Perquimans River, while at
the same time protecting water quality.
'
Prior to establishing Hertford policy on issues that affect the area, the Consultant provided
a summary of policy contained in the 1991 Land Use Plan (see Appendix, 1991 Policy
Summary) to the Hertford Planning and Zoning Board with a request that they indicate
'
any changes they wanted to see in policy as part of the 1998 Land Use Plan Update.
Based on that review, the Planning and Zoning Board indicated a need to improve policy
statements or implementation strategy on the following issues:
'
• Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas, Soil Suitabilityand Septic
Tank Use
• Development Density in Proximity to Designated Outstanding Resource Waters
(ORW)
'
• Other Hazardous or Fragile Land Areas
• Marinas, Floating Home Developments, Dry Stack Facilities
• Industrial Impact on Fragile Areas
• Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
• Types and Locations of Industries Desired
• Redevelopment of Developed Areas Including Relocation of Structures Due to
'
Erosion
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 34

To address these policy issues the Consultant met with the Planning and Zoning Board to
review draft changes to policy or implementation. These policy statements were then
' revised based on that review. Specific changes in language were included in bold type,
and a copy can be found in the Appendix.
Based on the public participation process, it is clear that residents of Hertford want the
following for their community over the next five- to ten-year planning period:
• Protection of water quality of Perquimans River.
• Revitalization of Downtown Hertford needed.
• Charm of community needs to be maintained
• Tourism needs to be promoted. Charm of Hertford and historic homes should be
promoted as a means to bring about more economic development.
'
Attractions and accommodations for tourists needed.
• Progress needs to be made in developing Commerce Centre.
• More public access to River needed, with boat ramp and marina.
'
The following format was used to address each policy in the plan:
'
Findings: A brief summary of the issues, relevant findings and, where
applicable, alternative policy responses.
'
Previous Policy: Policy statement in 1991 Land Use Plan.
Current Policy: Statement(s) of local government policy are designed to
'
achieve public objectives related to the issue.
Policy Implementation: Method used by Hertford to implement policy.
i
Policy findings are not policy, and do not carry the same importance as the actual policy
statements. This narrative is to provide background and rationale for the policy
statements. In most instances, the discussion serves to identify a problem or issue.
Previous policy gives a point of reference from the 1991 Land Use Plan.
The current policy statements, however, must be viewed in a different light. As
'
statements of local government principle, the policies should remain substantially
unchanged during the five-year planning period. Changes to the policies would undermine
their effectiveness in achieving intended goals and objectives. The policies are designed to
maintain a consistent and predictable direction for local government decisions affecting
local development during
growth and the planning period.
Policy implementation is the method the Town of Hertford will use during the planning
period to implement policy.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 35

The following policy is applicable to the Town of Hertford upon adoption of the 1998
Land Use Plan Update.
A. Resource Protection
'
1. Issue: Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC) and Appropriate
Land Use in AEC's
'
Findings:
'
Estuarine System — The first AEC's discussed collectively are those
water and land areas of the coast that contribute enormous economic,
social, and biological values to North Carolina as components of the
estuarine system Included within the estuarine system are the following
AEC categories: estuarine waters, coastal wetlands, public trust areas, and
estuarine shorelines. Each of the AEC's is either geographically within the
'
estuary or, because of its location and nature, may significantly affect the
estuary.
I
It is the objective of the Coastal Resources Commission to conserve and
manage estuarine waters, coastal wetlands, public trust areas, and estuarine
shorelines, as an interrelated group of AEC's so as to safeguard and
perpetuate their biological, social, economic, and aesthetic values and to
ensure that development occurring within these AEC's is compatible with
natural characteristics so as to minimize the likelihood of significant loss of
private property and public resources. Furthermore, it is the objective of
the Coastal Resources Commission to protect present common-law and
statutory public rights of access to the lands and waters of the coastal area.
Coastal wetlands are defined 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 watercourses), provided this shall not
include hurricane or tropical storm tides. Coastal wetlands contain
some, but not necessarily all, of the following marsh plant species:
(1) Cord Grass (Spartina alterniflora),
(2) Black Needlerush (Juncus roemerianus),
(3) Glasswort (Salicornia spp.),
(4) Salt Grass (Distichlis spicata),
(5) Sea Lavender (Limonium spp.),
(6) Bulrush (Scirpus spp.),
(7) Saw Grass (Cladium jamaicense),
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 36

' (8) Cat -tail (Typha spp.),
(9) Salt Meadow Grass (Spartina patens),
1 (10) Salt Reed Grass (Spartina cynosuroides).
The management objective for coastal wetlands is to conserve and
' manage coastal wetlands so as to safeguard and perpetuate their
biological, social, economic and aesthetic values; to coordinate and
establish a mahagement system capable of conserving and utilizing
coastal wetlands as a natural resource essential to the functioning of
the entire estuarine system.
Use Standards: Suitable lands uses shall be those consistent with
the management objective in Rule .0208 (see Attachment H for use
standards). Highest priority of use shall be allocated to the
conservation of existing coastal wetlands. Second priority of
coastal wetland use shall be given to those types of development
activities that require water access and cannot function elsewhere.
'
Unacceptable land uses may include, but would not be limited to,
the following examples: restaurants and businesses; residences,
apartments, motels, hotels, and trailer parks; parking lots and
private roads and highways; and factories. Examples of acceptable
land uses may include utility easements, fishing piers, docks, and
agricultural uses, such as farming and forestry drainage, as
permitted under North Carolina's Dredge and Fill Act or other
applicable laws. In every instance, the particular location, use, and
design characteristics shall be in accord with the general use
standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust
areas described in Rule .0208 (see Attachment H).
b. Estuarine Waters AEC
'
Estuarine waters are defined in G.S. 113A-113(b)(2). The
boundaries 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
in the most current revision of the North Carolina Marine Fisheries
Regulations for Coastal Waters, codified at 15A NCAC 3Q.0200.
Estuarine waters are the dominant component and bonding element
of the entire estuarine system, integrating aquatic influences from
both the land and the sea. Estuaries are among the most productive
natural environments of North Carolina. They support the valuable
commercial and sports fisheries of the coastal area which are
comprised of estuarine dependent species such as menhaden,
flounder, shrimp, crabs and oysters. These species must spend all
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 37

or some part of their life cycle within the estuarine waters to mature
and reproduce. Of the ten leading species in the commercial catch,
all but one are dependent on the estuary.
This high productivity associated with the estuary results from its
1 unique circulation patterns caused by tidal energy, fresh water flow,
and shallow depth; nutrient trapping mechanisms; and protection to
the many organisms. The circulation of estuarine waters transports
nutrients, propels plankton, spreads seed stages of fish and shellfish,
flushes wastes from animal and plant life, cleanses the system of
pollutants, controls salinity, shifts sediments, and mixes the water to
create a multitude of habitats. Some important features of the
estuary include mud and sand flats, eel grass beds, salt marshes,
submerged vegetation flats, clam and oyster beds, and important
nursery areas.
Secondary benefits include the stimulation of the coastal economy
'
from the spin-off operations required to service commercial and
sports fisheries, waterfowl hunting, marinas, boatyards, repairs and
supplies, processing operations, and tourist related industries. In
addition, there is considerable nonmonetary value associated with
aesthetics, recreation and education.
The management objective for estuarine waters is to conserve and
manage the important features of estuarine waters so as to
'
safeguard and perpetuate their biological, social, aesthetic, and
economic values; to coordinate and establish a management system
capable of conserving and utilizing estuarine waters so as to
'
maximize their benefits to man and the estuarine system.
Use Standards: Suitable land/water uses shall be those consistent
with the management objectives in Rule .0208 (see Attachment H).
Highest priority of use shall be allocated to the conservation of
restuarine
estuarine waters and its vital components. Second priority of
waters use shall be given to those types of development
activities that require water access and use which cannot function
'
elsewhere such as simple access channels; structures to prevent
erosion; navigation channels; boat docks, marinas, piers, wharves,
and mooring pilings. In every instance, the particular location, use
and design characteristics shall be in accord with the general use
standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust
areas described in Rule .0208 (Attachment H).
C. Public That Areas AEC
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 38

IPublic trust areas are all waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the lands
thereunder from the mean high water mark to the seaward limit of
'
State jurisdiction; all natural bodies of water subject to measurable
lunar tides and lands thereunder to the mean high water mark; all
navigable natural bodies of water and lands thereunder to the mean
high water level or mean water level as the case may be, except
privately -owned lakes to which the public has no right of access; all
water in artificially created bodies of water containing significant
'
public fishing resources or other public resources which are
accessible to the public by navigation from bodies of water in which
the public has rights of 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.
The public has rights in these areas, including navigation and
recreation. In addition, these areas support valuable commercial
'
and sports fisheries, have aesthetic value, and are important
resources for economic development.
' The management objective for public trust areas is to protect public
rights for navigation and recreation and to conserve and manage the
public trust areas so as to safeguard and perpetuate their biological,
economic and aesthetic value.
' Use Standards: Acceptable uses shall be those consistent with the
management objectives. In the absence of overriding public benefit,
any use which significantly interferes with the public right of
navigation or other public trust rights which the public may be
found to have in these areas shall not be allowed. The development
of navigational channels or drainage ditches, the use of bulkheads
to prevent erosion, and the building of piers, wharves, or marinas
are examples of uses that may be acceptable within public trust
areas, provided that such uses will not be detrimental to the public
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 39

trust rights and the biological and physical functions of the estuary.
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 are generally considered incompatible with the management
policies of public trust areas. In every instance, the particular
location, use, and design characteristics shall be in accord with the
general use standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and
public trust areas.
Uses which are not water dependent shall not be permitted in
coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust areas.
Restaurants, residences, apartments, motels, hotels, trailer parks,
private roads, factories and parking lots are examples of uses that
are not water dependent. Uses that are water dependent may
include utility easements, docks, wharves, boat ramps, dredging,
bridges and bridge approaches, revetments, bulkheads, culverts,
groins, navigational aids, mooring pilings, navigational channels,
simple access channels and drainage ditches.
Estuarine shorelines, although characterized as dry land, are
considered a component of the estuarine system because of the
close association with the adjacent estuarine waters. Estuarine
shorelines are those non -ocean shorelines which are especially
vulnerable to erosion, flooding, or other adverse effects of wind and
water and are intimately connected to the estuary. This area
extends from the mean high water level or normal water level along
the estuaries, sounds, bays, and brackish waters as set forth in an
agreement adopted by the Wildlife Resources Commission and the
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources for a
distance of 75 feet landward.
Development within estuarine shorelines influences the quality of
estuarine life and is subject to the damaging processes of shore
front erosion and flooding.
' The management objective of the estuarine shoreline is to ensure
shoreline development is compatible with both the dynamic nature
of estuarine shorelines and the values of the estuarine system.
Use Standards:
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 40

11
'
(1) All development projects, proposals and designs shall
substantially preserve and not weaken or eliminate natural
'
barriers to erosion, including, but not limited to, peat
marshland, resistant clay shorelines, and cypress -gum
protective fringe areas adjacent to vulnerable shorelines.
'
(2) All development projects, proposals and designs shall limit
the construction of impervious surfaces and areas not
allowing natural drainage to only so much as is necessary to
adequately service the major purpose or use for which the
'
lot is being developed. Impervious surfaces shall not exceed
30 percent of the AEC area of the lot, unless the applicant
can effectively demonstrate, through innovative design, that
the protection provided by the design would be equal to or
1
exceed the protection by the 30 percent limitation.
Redevelopment of areas exceeding the 30 percent
impervious surface limitation can be permitted if impervious
areas are not increased and the applicant designs the project
to comply with the intent of the rule to the maximum extent
practical.
(3) All development projects, proposals, and designs shall
comply with the following mandatory standards of the
North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution Control Act of
1973:
'
(A) All development projects, proposals and designs
shall provide for a buffer zone along the margin of
'
the estuarine water which is sufficient to confine
visible siltation within 25 percent of the buffer zone
nearest the land disturbing development.
proposal g
(B) No development project, or design shall
permit an angle for graded slopes or fill which is
greater than an angle which can be retained by
vegetative cover or other adequate erosion -control
devices or structures.
(C) All development projects, proposals and designs
which involve uncovering more than one acre of
'
land shall plant a ground cover sufficient to restrain
erosion within 30 working days of completion of the
grading; provided that this shall not apply to clearing
land for the purpose of forming a reservoir later to
be inundated.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 41

(4) Development shall not have a significant adverse impact on
1
estuarine resources.
(5) Development shall not significantly interfere with existing
'
public rights of access to, or use of, navigable waters or
public resources.
'
(6) No major public facility shall be permitted if such facility is
likely to require extraordinary public expenditures for
'
maintenance and continued use, unless it can be shown that
the public purpose served by the facility outweighs the
required public expenditures for construction, maintenance
and continued use. For the purpose of this standard, "public
facility" shall mean a project which is paid for in any part by
public funds.
r(7)
Development shall not cause major or irreversible damage
to valuable, documented historic architectural or
'
archaeological resources.
(8) Established common-law and statutory public rights of
access to the public trust lands and waters in estuarine areas
shall not be eliminated or restricted. Development shall not
encroach upon public accessways nor shall it limit the
'
intended use of the accessways.
Previous Policy:
'
The Town of Hertford contains four types of AEC's which are Estuarine
Waters, Estuarine Shorelines, Public Trust Waters and Coastal Wetlands.
Each of these AEC's is currently regulated by either the local CAMA
Permit Officer for minor developments or by the State CAMA Officer for
rthose
major permits. Local officials will continue to have a policy of allowing
developments that meet current zoning regulations and all other
applicable local, State or federal regulations affecting the AEC area.
Current Policy:
Hertford policy shall be to allow those developments that meet current
'
zoning regulations and all other local, State and federal regulations
applicable to AEC areas.
Implementation:
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 42

u
The local CAMA Permit Officer and State CAMA Permit Officer will
continue to review all proposed construction activities in the AEC areas for
compliance with applicable CAMA regulations.
2. Issue: Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas. Soil
Suitability and Septic Tank Use
Findings:
Portions of the land area along Per both the uimans River and Castleton
q
i(Co)
Creek and its tributaries have Dorovan muck (Do) or Chowan silt loam
soils which are hydric soils and have severe limitations for
development of dwellings, commercial buildings or roads based on the
Perquimans County Soils Report. These areas are also subject to flooding
'
as shown on the Hertford Flood Insurance Maps. Because of the very wet
conditions in these areas, septic tank use is not permitted. These
constraints to development have been discussed in all of the previous land
use plans and policy shall remain essentially the same pertaining to this
issue. This policy would be consistent with both local officials' and
Hertford citizens' desire to protect the area's water quality while, at the
'
same time, allowing economic and recreational development that will
benefit the community to take place along the river.
Previous Policy:
' Town policy shall be to discourage residential, commercial or industrial
development in areas containing Dorovan muck soils or Chowan silt loam
soils or in areas subject to flooding. However, such development may be
permitted if all required permits can be obtained for a proposed
development, and if it can be shown that such development will not
adversely impact adjacent water quality and is considered to be in the best
' interest of Hertford to allow such development. The highest priority shall
be to establish a vegetative buffer zone in areas adjacent to the Perquimans
River, Castleton Creek and its tributaries in those areas containing Dorovan
muck and Chowan silt loam soils.
Current Policy. -
Town policy shall be to discourage residential, commercial or
industrial development in areas containing Dorovan muck soils or
'
Chowan silt loam soils or in areas subject to flooding. However, such
development may be permitted if all required permits can be obtained
for a proposed development, and if it can be shown that such
development will not adversely impact adjacent water quality and is
considered to be in the best interest of Hertford to allow such
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 43

'
development. The highest priority shall be to establish a vegetative
buffer zone in areas adjacent to the Perquimans River, Castleton
'
Creek and its tributaries in those areas containing Dorovan muck and
Chowan silt loam soils.
Implementation:
Continue to enforce the Flood Insurance Program.
'
Continue to review developments along the waterfront area to
proposed P
iPermit
insure compliance with CAMA and the Corps of Engineers 404 Wetland
Program.
'
3. Issue: Development Density in Proximity to Designated Outstanding
Resource Waters (ORW)
Findings:
Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) are those estuarine waters and
public trust areas classified by the N.C. Environmental Management
'
Commission pursuant to Title 15A, Subchapter 213.0216 of the N.C.
Administrative Code as Outstanding Resource Waters upon finding that
such waters are of exceptional State or national recreational or ecological
significance. In those estuarine waters and public trust areas classified as
ORW by the Environmental Management Commission (EMC), no permit
'
required by the Coastal Area Management Act shall be approved for any
project which would be inconsistent with applicable use standards adopted
by the CRC, EMC, or Marine Fisheries Commission (MFC) for estuarine
'
waters, public trust areas, or coastal wetlands. For development activities
not covered by specific use standards, no permit shall be issued if the
activity would, based on site specific information, materially degrade the
water quality or outstanding resource values unless such degradation is
temporary.
'
There are no designated ORW's within Hertford's jurisdiction; therefore, no
policy is required.
Previous Policy:
No policy; not applicable to Hertford.
Current Policy:
' Not applicable. No policy required.
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 44

1
4. Issue: Other Hazardous or Fragile Land Areas
Findings:
During the public participation process, Hertford citizens expressed the
desire to protect the River's beauty and quality, which would include
freshwater swamp areas and marshes. Freshwater swamps and marsh areas
provide a filtering affect between upland areas and major water bodies such
as the Perquimans River. This filtering affect is most important since all of
the Perquimans River in Hertford is designated as an anadromous fish
spawning area.
Previous Policy:
Freshwater swamps and marsh areas provide a filtering affect between
upland areas and major water bodies such as the Perquimans River. They
also can serve as water recharge areas. Because of their importance, it
shall be Town policy to include marsh areas and freshwater swamps in the
Conservation district to provide maximum protection to these important
natural resources.
Current Policy:
Town policy shall be to use existing State and federal regulatory
programs to monitor appropriateness of future development in fragile
land areas along the Perquimans River and Castleton Creek. Local
and State CAMA and 404 wetland permitting process will continue to
be used to protect fragile land areas.
Implementation:
Town officials will continue to use the Flood Insurance Program, local and
State CAMA permit regulations and 404 wetland permit regulations to
regulate development in fragile land areas.
5. Issue: Hurricane and Flood Evacuation Needs
Findings:
The Town of Hertford is covered by the Perquimans County Hurricane
Evacuation Plan. Specific policies pertaining to Hurricane and Flood
Evacuation will be discussed under "Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -
Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans."
6. Issue: Protection of Potable Water Sup&
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 45

1
Findings:
' The Town of Hertford contains no water supply watershed areas based on
DCM map dated September 29, 1997. The Town does have two well sites
used for potable water supply.
Previous Policy:
' Town policy will be to 'de development in a manner which minimizes
P Y S� P
' any adverse impact on the Town's water supply.
Current Policy:
'
Town policy will be to utilize Zoning Ordinance to direct land uses
that might adversely impact on current or future well sites away from
'
those sites.
Implementation:
'
Analyze existing land use regulations to determine impact on water supply.
Control densities and septic tank utilization adjacent to groundwater
'
supply.
Evaluate any proposals for major groundwater using development (industry
'
to use Town water or to be served by private wells) to determine impact on
Town's capacity to provide water to existing and future development.
7. Issue: Use of Package Treatment Plants
Findings:
Package treatment plants are not permitted inside the corporate limits of
Hertford, but may be allowed in the extraterritorial planning area.
Previous Policy:
Connection to the Town's sewer system is mandatory inside the Town's
corporate limits. Package treatment plants and septic tanks are permitted
in the extraterritorial planning area.
Current Policy:
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
46

' Connection to the Town's sewer system is mandatory inside the
Town's corporate limits. - Package treatment plants and septic tanks
' are permitted in the extraterritorial planning area.
Implementation:
' Local Health Department or State health standards will be used to approve
any proposed package treatment plants in the extraterritorial planning area.
' 8. Issue:
' Stormwater Run -
Findings:
' As discussed in earlier sections, both Town officials and Hertford residents
are concerned about maintaining or improving the water quality of the
Perquimans River. Controlling stormwater runoff is one means to insure
' protection of the River's water quality.
Previous Policy:
' Stormwater runoff occurring outside the Town's planning area can damage
use of the Town's major natural and economic resources (Perquimans
' River) and the Town will take steps to discourage excessive runoff,
particularly from agricultural uses, in the surrounding area.
'
Current Policy:
Stormwater runoff occurring outside the Town's planning area can
'
damage use of the Town's major natural and economic resources
(Perquimans River) and the Town will take steps to discourage
tsurrounding
excessive runoff, particularly from agricultural uses, in the
area.
' Implementation:
Work closely with Perquimans County in identifying the potential adverse
impact associated with uncontrolled agricultural stormwater runoff.
Encourage the County to participate in the Best Management Practices
' Program.
Notify the State Land Quality staff when land disturbing activities of
' greater than one acre take place and encourage Perquimans County to do
the same for activity adjacent to the Perquimans River.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 47

' Review Subdivision Ordinance to determine if urban runoff is adequately
addressed and revise if needed.
9. Issue: Marina, Floating Home Development, and Dry Stack Facilities
' Findings:
During the public participation meeting held on March 12, 1998, the need
for a marina in Hertford was raised. Suggestion was made that marina be
placed on east side of bridge, possibly at Perquimans Commerce Centre, to
allow access from deeper water. Floating homes are not desired in
Hertford waters. Dry stack boat storage would be permitted if all local and
State permits are obtained.
' Previous Policy:
' Floating homes shall not be permitted inside the Town's area of
responsibility. The Town's Zoning Ordinance shall be amended to not
permit floating homes on any water bodies in Hertford's planning
' jurisdiction. Town officials wish to establish a marina along the
Perquimans River as part of the Town's Waterfront Access Plan. Town
officials shall continue to have a policy to allow marinas which are
' developed in accordance with the Division of Coastal Management
standards and guidelines.
' Dry stack boat storage will be permitted as a conditional use in the Zoning
Ordinance.
Current Policy:
Floating homes shall not be permitted inside the Town's area of
' responsibility unless specifically allowed by ordinance in designated
areas. The Town's Zoning Ordinance shall be amended to not permit
floating homes on any water bodies in Hertford's planning
jurisdiction. Town officials wish to establish a marina along the
Perquimans River. Town officials shall continue to have a policy to
allow marinas which are developed in accordance with the Division of
' Coastal Management standards and guidelines.
Dry stack boat storage will be permitted as a conditional use in the
Zoning Ordinance.
I
Implementation:
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 48

Town officials shall seek funding sources to develop a public marina with
docking facilities and mooring fields.
' Town officials will work with State and federal agencies in locating the
most appropriate site for a marina that will have the least adverse impact
1 on water quality and aquatic resources. The planned Commerce Centre
will be considered as a possible site for a marina and docking facility.
'
Amend Town Zoning Ordinance to prohibit floating homes as a permanent
use in any water body.
'
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow dry stack boat storage as a
conditional use following review and approval.
'
10. Issue: Industrial Impact on Fragile Areas
Findings:
The Town of Hertford and Perquimans County continue to work jointly to
develop the Perquimans Commerce Centre located east of Hertford on the
'
Perquimans River. This industrial site contains areas identified by the
Division of Coastal Management (Wetlands Map dated September 29,
'
1997) as Bottomland Hardwood or Swamp Forest. As the County
develops the Commerce Centre, these fragile areas will be protected as
much as possible.
'
Previous Policy:
'
As discussed in earlier policy sections, Town officials will establish a
Conservation district in the Town's Zoning Ordinance which will include
fragile areas such as wet soils, flood prone areas, marsh areas and wooded
'
swamps. Having such fragile areas included in a Conservation zone will
insure protection of these areas by controlling types of development in the
Conservation district.
Current Policy:
y
fAs
the Perquimans Commerce Centre develops, existing Bottomland
Hardwood or Swamp Forest areas will be protected as much as
feasible.
Implementation:
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 49

Town officials and Perquimans County officials will identify Bottomland
Hardwood areas and Swamp Forests and will then protect and preserve
these areas as much as possible in their natural state.
Design standards will be established to protect and preserve existing trees
on Commerce Centre site.
11. Issue: Development of Sound and Estuarine System Islands
' Findings:
None exist within the planning area; therefore, no policy is needed.
12. Issue: Restriction of Development in Areas U11 to Five Feet Above
Mean High Water
Previous Policy:
Hertford policy shall be to not restrict development in areas up to five feet
above mean high water (the potential area of impact from rising sea level)
other than as currently regulated by LAMA, zoning or the Flood Insurance
Program.
1 Current Policy:
' Hertford policy shall be to not restrict development in areas up to five
feet above mean high water (the potential area of impact from rising
sea level) other than as currently regulated by LAMA, zoning or the
' Flood Insurance Program.
13. Issue: Upland Excavation for Marina Basins
' Previous Policy:
y
Upland excavation for marina basin development shall be permitted if all
required federal, State and local permits are secured prior to excavation.
' Current Policy:
' Upland excavation for marina basin development shall be permitted if
all required federal, State and local permits are secured prior to
excavation.
' 14. Issue: Damaging of Existing Maw Bulkhead Installation
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 50

Previous Policy:
Bulkheads will be constructed landward of significant marshland or marsh
grass fringes following approval of all applicable State and federal permits.
Current Policy:
Bulkheads will be constructed landward of significant marshland or
marsh grass fringes following approval of all applicable State and
federal permits.
B. Resource Production and Management
1. Issue: Productive Agricultural Lands
Findings:
Only a small portion of the Town's planning area is in active agricultural
production. These lands are located in the area classified as Rural in the
Town's Land Classification Plan. The Town has determined that adequate
controls are in existence to protect this agricultural land; therefore, no
specific policy statement is needed.
2. Issue: Commercial Forest Land
Findings:
Commercial forest areas do not exist in Hertford. No policy is needed.
3. Issue: Potential Mineral Production Areas
Findings:
Hertford contains no known mineral production areas.
Previous Policy:
If such areas do exist, Town policy shall be to allow mining of such
resources if such operations are consistent with the Zoning Ordinance and
all applicable local, State and federal permits are secured prior to
operations beginning.
Current Policy:
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
51

r
11
If such areas do exist, Town policy shall be to allow mining of such
resources if such operations are consistent with the Zoning Ordinance
and all applicable local, State and federal permits are secured prior to
operations beginning.
4. Issue: Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
Findings:
Protection of water quality and aquatic resources to ensure continued use
of the river for both commercial and recreational fishing is a very high
priority for Hertford citizens and Town officials.
Previous Policy:
To protect the river's aesthetic and water quality and fisheries found in the
area, Hertford policy shall be to do everything within its power to work
with State, federal and local agencies to maintain and improve water
quality in the river to insure the river's continued use as a spawning and
nursery area.
Current Policy:
To protect the river's aesthetic and water quality and fisheries found
in the area, Hertford policy shall be to do everything within its power
to work with State, federal and local agencies to maintain and
improve water quality in the river to insure the river's continued use
as a spawning and nursery area. Town policy shall also be to
investigate possible restriction of fishing net use in bay area between
two bridges over the Perquimans River.
Implementation:
Town officials will encourage County officials as feasible to take action
necessary to reduce non -point pollution of the river.
5. Issue: Off -Road Vehicles
Findings:
Off -road vehicles are not a problem or issue in Hertford; therefore, policy
notneeded.
6. Issue: Residential. Commercial and Industrial Development
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
52

11
11
Findings:
During public information meetings citizens in attendance expressed the
desire to see more economic development that would provide more job
opportunities. Citizens and local officials, in cooperation with Perquimans
County and Winfall, are working to develop the Commerce Centre. The
desire for more non-residential development taking place in downtown area
instead of the bypass was also expressed.
Previous Policy:
Local officials will continue to encourage residential, commercial and
industrial development that is consistent with the Town's Zoning
Ordinance.
Current Policy:
Hertford policy will continue to be to work toward development of the
Commerce Centre to bring about more job opportunities.
Commercial and residential development will be directed to
appropriate areas using the Zoning Ordinance.
' Implementation:
The Hertford Planning and Zoning Board will review zoning maps and
' ordinance to determine if adequate land area is available to accommodate
non-residential uses in the CBD area.
I
11
The Hertford Planning and Zoning Board will review current zoning
patterns along U.S. 17 Bypass corridor to see if rezoning is needed to
allow additional commercial or office uses in this area.
The Planning and Zoning Board will review landscape ordinances from
other communities and revise Zoning Ordinance to require landscape
improvements for any future commercial, office or industrial uses.
7. Issue: Peat and Phosphate Mining
Findings:
There are no known peat or phosphate mining sites inside Hertford's
jurisdiction; therefore, no policy is required.
C. Economic and Community Development
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
53

1
1. Issue: Community Attitude Toward Growth
' Findings:
Citizens attending the public information meetings held as part of the Land
' Use Plan Update expressed the desire to see more economic growth in
Hertford. They would like to see the revitalization of downtown Hertford
and promotion of the historic architecture in Hertford as a means to bring
' about an improved economy through tourism. They also want to see
progress made on development of the Commerce Centre.
Previous Policy:
Local officials will continue to support local growth in the form of
residential, commercial and industrial development that will provide jobs
and expand the existing tax base, and that is consistent with the Zoning
Ordinance and the community's character.
Current Policy:
Hertford policy will be to continue to work with Perquimans County
and Winfall in development of the Commerce Centre. Hertford will
also support efforts to revitalize the downtown area in cooperation
with the Chamber of Commerce and downtown business owners and
tenants.
2. Issue: Types and Location of Industry Desired
Findings:
The Town of Hertford, Winfall, Perquimans County and the Economic
Development Commission (EDC) are making progress toward
development of the Perquimans Commerce Centre. The EDC also
continues to promote existing industrial sites in an effort to bring about
more job opportunities.
Previous Policy:
Town officials will continue to encourage non-polluting industries to locate
in or near Hertford.
Current Policy:
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 54

Town officials will continue to work closely with Perquimans County
and Winfall in development and promotion of the Perquimans
Commerce Centre.
Implementation:
'
Utilities will be extended to the Commerce Centre following annexation of
site into Hertford Town Limits.
'
Local officials will work with State economic development officials in
'
promoting the Perquimans Commerce Centre and other existing industrial
sites as a good location for industrial development with emphasis on the
charm and quality of life found in Hertford.
' Officials will encourage enhancement of the education level of the local
labor pool to provide a better labor pool for existing and future industry.
' 3. Issue: Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
' Findings:
Providing services such as water and sewer is essential to encourage future
' economic development. A November, 1998, bond referendum is scheduled
and, if approved, would provide funds to expand capacity of both water
and sewer plants to meet future water and sewer needs.
Previous Policy:
' Local officials will continue to work to provide the needed infrastructure to
accommodate existing and future development.
Current Policy:
Local officials will continue to work to provide the needed
infrastructure to accommodate existing and future development.
' Implementation:
Local officials will request CAMA grant to fund preparation of a
Community Facilities Plan to address all the funding requirements of future
' public improvements.
' 4. Issue: avnes of Urban Growth Patterns Desired
Findings:
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 55

During the public information meetings citizens expressed the desire to see
the downtown area of Hertford revitalized. They also expressed the desire
to see more public access to the river. The need for more public sidewalks
and better maintenance of sidewalks was also mentioned.
' Previous Policy:
'
Town officials will continue to work with downtown property owners,
downtown businesses and the Chamber of Commerce to implement the
'
Hertford Horizons Plan recommendations and the 1989 Waterfront Access
Plan recommendations. Town officials will continue to use the Zoning
Ordinance and Subdivision Regulations to create the urban growth patterns
desired
Current Policy:
Hertford policy will be to continue to direct future residential and
non-residential growth through the Zoning Ordinance. Hertford will
'
continue to support revitalization efforts in downtown and
development of more and improved access to the river.
' Implementation:
Town officials will work with the DOT to have erected two attractive
highway signs on U.S. 17 encouraging tourists to visit historic area in CBD
and waterfront following official designation of historic district.
1
Begin the planning and implementation of planting street trees in the
downtown area during the five-year planning period.
Plan for and provide improved street lighting in the downtown area during
the five-year planning period.
Town officials will review the financial feasibility of placing in reserve
funds for the acquisition of waterfront property as it becomes available to
make implementation of the Waterfront Access Plan possible.
5. Issue: Redeveloument of Develoued Areas Including Relocation of
Structures Due to Erosion
Findings:
Relocation of existing structures in Hertford due to erosion is not an issue.
Redevelopment of developed areas is currently being done in areas with
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 56

I
substandard housing through the Community Development Block Grant
Program (CDBG). Redevelopment or revitalization of the Central
' Business District continues to be an issue of concern to the downtown
business community, Chamber of Commerce, downtown property owners
and local officials.
' Previous Policy:
' Hertford officials will continue to work to preserve the unique character of
the Central Business District (CBD) area and adjacent residential areas.
The Town will also pursue both State and federal funds to redevelop the
waterfront, CBD, and identified substandard housing areas.
1
11
L
1
C
Current Policy:
Hertford officials will continue to support efforts to preserve the
unique character of the CBD area and adjacent residential areas. The
Town will continue its policy to pursue both State and federal funds to
redevelop the waterfront, CBD, and identified substandard housing
areas through the CDBG program
Implementation:
Town officials will continue to apply for financial assistance to improve
substandard housing areas.
6. Issue: Commitment to State and Federal Programs Including Erosion
Control, Public Access, Highway Improvements. Port Facilities.
Dredging and Military Facilities
Findings:
Hertford has benefitted from federal and State programs such as the
CAMA Public Access Program, highway improvements by the DOT and
improved water quality through State erosion control regulations.
Hertford will continue to support State and federal programs that benefit
the community.
Previous Policy:
Hertford officials have a policy to remain committed to erosion control
programs through support of the State Sedimentation Control Act.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 57

1
I
Estuarine access has been and continues to be of great importance to local
officials. Town officials will continue efforts to secure additional public
funds to develop and improve access for public use and enjoyment.
Highway improvements are considered a major factor in ensuring the
continued economic growth of the area. Local officials will continue to
include road improvement requests in the Transportation Improvement
Plan (TIP) on an as -needed basis.
The Town has and will continue to support efforts to dredge areas along
the Perquimans River to provide safe access for commercial and
recreational boating. Spoil will be placed in approved spoil areas.
Port facilities do not exist in Hertford and no policy is needed.
Hertford does not have any military facilities within the community and no
policy is necessary.
Current Policy:
Hertford officials have a policy to remain committed to erosion
control programs through support of the State Sedimentation Control
Act.
Estuarine access has been and continues to be of great importance to
local officials. Town officials will continue efforts to secure additional
public funds to develop and improve access for public use and
enjoyment.
Highway improvements are considered a major factor in ensuring the
continued economic growth of the area. Local officials will continue
to include road improvement requests in the Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP) on an as -needed basis.
The Town has and will continue to support efforts to dredge areas
along the Perquimans River to provide safe access for commercial and
recreational boating. Spoil will be placed in approved spoil areas.
Port facilities do not exist in Hertford and no policy is needed.
Hertford does not have any military facilities within the community
and no policy is necessary.
Implementation:
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 58

'
Town officials will continue to apply for grant assistance for development
of the Town's waterfront.
'
Town officials will continue to include needed improvement requests in the
Transportation Improvement Plan.
'
7. Issue: Channel Maintenance and Beach Nourishment Projects
Including Financial Aid. Providing Spoil Areas or Providing
Easements
Findings:
'
Hertford officials know that commercial and recreational fishing in the
'
Perquimans River brings recreational and economic benefits to the
community. Having adequate boating access to the river is important to
the area.
Previous Policy:
' Channel maintenance along the Perquimans River is very important to
Hertford because of the positive impact on commercial and recreational
boating. Continued maintenance of this waterway is a high priority for
' Town officials.
Town officials will continue to work with the Army Corps of Engineers
' and any other State and federal agencies to ensure continued dredging and
maintenance of the river as needed to keep this facility open to navigation.
Providing borrow or spoil areas and provision of easements for work will
' be determined on a case -by -case basis.
Town officials will maintain contact with congressional representatives and
' federal officials as dredging or other channel maintenance operations are
needed, and will continue to assist local users of the river as feasible and as
needs and concerns for dredging or maintenance are brought before local
' officials or officials determine that need for such assistance exists.
Beach nourishment is not applicable to Hertford and no policy is necessary.
Current Policy:
' Channel maintenance along the Perquimans River is very important
to Hertford because of the positive impact on commercial and
' recreational boating. Continued maintenance of this waterway is a
high priority for Town officials.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 59

1
'
Town officials will continue to work with the Army Corps of
Engineers and any other State and federal agencies to ensure
continued dredging and maintenance of the river as needed to keep
this facility open to navigation. Providing borrow or spoil areas and
provision of easements for work will be determined on a case -by -case
'
basis.
Town officials will maintain contact with congressional
representatives and federal officials as dredging or other channel
maintenance operations are needed, and will continue to assist local
users of the river as feasible and as needs and concerns for dredging
or maintenance are brought before local officials or officials determine
that need for such assistance exists.
'
Beach nourishment is not applicable to Hertford and no policy is
necessary.
'
8. Issue: Energy Fa ili v Siting and Develop
1 Findings:
A major energy facility locating in Hertford is considered unlikely during
' the planning period. If such a facility is proposed, Town officials will
consider the impact on the Hertford area and establish a policy at that time.
9. Issue: Inshore and Offshore Exploration or Development Including
Refineries. Sr .
' Previous Policy:
Hertford officials are opposed to the development of refinery and storage
facilities inside the Town's jurisdiction.
Current Policy:
' Hertford officials are opposed to the development of refiner and
PP P y
storage facilities inside the Town's jurisdiction.
' 10. I Tourism Issue: Tou sin
Findings:
During the public information meetings early in the planning process,
interest was expressed in doing more to promote tourism. Citizens
specifically discussed promoting the historic character of the area as a
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 60

IJ
means to bring about more economic development. This desire was
expressed during the previous plan preparation, but now there seems to be
'
more widespread community support to promote tourism.
Previous Policy:
1
Hertford policy on tourism shall be to continue efforts to promote Hertford
as a small historic waterfront community.
Current Policy:
Hertford policy is to support regional tourism in general and
increased tourism for Hertford during the five- to ten-year planning
'
period.
Hertford officials will continue to encourage downtown
'
redevelopment and waterfront revitalization.
Implementation:
'
Hertford officials will request that the Department of Transportation
include street tree plantings along the recently -completed widened U.S. 17.
'
Funding for trees planted from the U.S. 17 bridge to the western Town
limits and from the U.S. 17 Bypass to the entrance of the Newbold White
House site will be requested.
'
Hertford officials will request that DOT place brown historic site signs on
the U.S. 17 Bypass directing motorists to the Hertford historic area once
tofficially
established.
Town officials will continue to work toward waterfront revitalization to
'
encourage more tourism in Hertford by way of the Perquimans River.
Town officials will erect a sign at the municipal boat launch that welcomes
boating visitors to historic Hertford.
'
Town officials will continue to encourage development of a hotel or motel
to serve visitors to the community.
' 11. Issue: Coastal and Estuarine Water Access
Findings:
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 61

The coastal and estuarine waters of Hertford are a major natural resource
for commercial and recreational activities. Improved waterfront access
'
continues to be a major goal of Town officials and citizens of Hertford.
Previous Policy:
'
Hertford Policy shall continue to be to make every effort to improve
existing waterfront access and to provide as much additional waterfront
access as financially feasible while being sensitive to the impact such access
has on the water quality of the Perquimans River and Castleton Creek.
'
Current Policy:
'
Hertford Policy shall continue to be to make every effort to improve
existing waterfront access and to provide as much additional
waterfront access as financially feasible while being sensitive to the
impact such access has on the water quality of the Perquimans River
'
and Castleton Creek.
' Implementation:
Hertford officials will continue to work on implementation of the 1989
' Waterfront Development and Access Plan which includes upgrading
Missing Mill Park and providing more and better access to the water.
Hertford officials will continue to pursue financial assistance from
applicable State and federal agencies on the implementation of waterfront
access such as CAMA Access funds or Parks and Recreation Trust Fund
(PARTF).
12. Issue: Types, Density. Location. Units per Acre of Anticipated
Residential Development
Findings:
Based on population projections discussed in this Plan for the year 2005,
there will be a need to accommodate 38 new housing units. As shown on
the Existing Land Use Map, nearly all of the land area in or adjacent to the
Central Business District is already developed. Future development would
most likely take place in the southern or western portion of Hertford.
Because of the small number of additional housing units anticipated during
the planning period, Hertford officials will continue to use the Zoning
Ordinance to determine density and location of future residential
development.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 62

Previous Policy:
Hertford officials will continue to use the Hertford Zoning Ordinance to
determine location and units per acre of future residential development.
Residential development will not be permitted in areas with hydric soils as
identified in the County detail soils report.
Current Policy:
Hertford officials will continue to use the Hertford Zoning Ordinance
to determine location and units per acre of future residential
development. Residential development will not be permitted in areas
with hydric soils as identified in the County detail soils report.
Implementation:
Town officials will continue to use the Zoning Ordinance to direct location
and establish density for future residential and non-residential growth.
D. Continuing Public Participation
Findings:
The most important aspect of planning for the future of Hertford is to involve the
residents in the planning process. To help accomplish this, Public Information
Meetings were advertised and held on March 12 and April 16, 1998.
The Consultant opened the meeting each time by briefly discussing the purpose of
1 the Land Use Plan Update. He then asked those present the question, "What
would you like to see happen in Hertford during the next five- to ten-year planning
period to make it a better place in which to live?" Each response was written
' down as those present expressed their concerns and desires for the future. (See
Appendix for list of comments, March 12, 1998, meeting.)
Citizen comments included the desire to see more economic growth and
revitalization of the downtown area. Concerns were expressed about improving
' water quality and promoting tourism. The need for a marina, improved and more
waterfront public access with additional boat ramp and docking facilities were
mentioned. The need for landscaping requirements for new commercial
' development was also discussed.
In summary, the results of the public participation meetings helped establish issues,
goals and objectives and, as a result, policy to accomplish goals and objectives to
address issues of concern to Hertford residents. As the Plan takes draft form and
is discussed by local officials, citizens will continue to have an opportunity to
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 63

review proposed policy and implementation strategy to accomplish these goals and
objectives during the five-year planning period prior to the next land use plan
'
update in 2003.
Current Policy:
The Hertford Planning and Zoning Board and the Town Council will
continue to have a policy of including Hertford residents in the planning
'
process on an ongoing basis. Meetings will continue to be open to the public
to give citizens the opportunity to express their views and concerns about
'
planning issues. It shall be Hertford policy to review the policy and
implementation section of this Land Use Plan, once adopted, on an annual
basis to review how policy implementation is taking place.
'
Implementation:
The Town Manager will review policy implementation with the Town Council at
'
the first meeting in January of each year prior to the next land use plan update.
The purpose of the review is to assess status of plan implementation on an annual
'
basis.
E. Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans
The CAMA Land Use Plan guidelines require that each coastal community
evaluate the risk associated with major storms and to consider policies for
'
mitigating storm hazards, post -disaster recovery and evacuations. The CAMA
guidelines require consideration of mitigation, reconstruction and evacuation
'
issues.
1. Issue: Storm Hazard Mitigation
Findings:
Storm hazard mitigation is defined as taking action to reduce the
probability of damages resulting from a major storm. Storm mitigation
activities available to local governments in the coastal area include zoning
regulations, subdivision regulations, building codes, and special ordinances
'
such as shoreline setback controls, standards for erosion protection and
requirements for protecting sensitive environmental areas. Other
mitigation measures may include development moratoria and interim
'
development regulations (usually imposed following a disaster), land
acquisition, transfer of development rights, public facility siting and design,
and comprehensive planning. Each community has a unique set of
development problems and potential and storm mitigation measures
selected will vary accordingly. The goal of this section of the Land Use
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 64

' Plan is to establish policies which are consistent with the Town's hurricane
vulnerability. This vulnerability is based upon an analysis of a hazard map,
level of development in the hazard areas and severity and type of risk.
The first step in the storm mitigation planning process is to identify the
areas of the Town which are most vulnerable to hurricane damage. For
purposes of this Land Use Plan, hazard areas are designated as:
' a. Storm Surge Areas (for Sea, Lake and Overland Surge from
Hurricane [SLOSH] Model prepared by U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers).
' b. Flood -prone areas Flood Insurance Maps).
P (HUD
1 C. Areas of environmental concern (AEC's — designated by CRC).
' Probably the most appropriate indication of hurricane vulnerability are the
storm surge areas as delineated by the Corps of Engineers (COE) SLOSH
model. The SLOSH model was developed by the Corps of Engineers to
simulate the height of the storm "surge" from hurricanes of varying
severity. The SLOSH model uses the five categories of hurricanes
identified by the National Weather Service. Hurricanes are identified as
' Category 1 through 5, depending upon their wind speeds. A Category 1
storm has winds of 74 — 95 miles per hour, resulting in a surge of
waterways of 4 — 5 feet. Damage would be expected to be minimal. A
' Category 2 storm has winds of 96 —110 miles per hour, resulting in a surge
of 6 — 8 feet. Damage would be moderate. Category 3 storms have winds
of 111-130 miles per hour, a storm surge of 9 —12 feet and extremely are
' extremely damaging. Category 4 storms have winds of 131-155 miles per
hour, a storm surge of 13 —18 feet and extreme damage. Finally, Category
5 storms have winds in excess of 155 miles per hour, storm surge in excess
of 18 feet with catastrophic damage.
A map delineating the Town's SLOSH areas is provided in the Appendix.
Areas of Hertford are expected to be inundated by Category 1 and 2
storms. The areas subject to inundation are adjacent to the Perquimans
River and Castleton Creek. (The SLOSH model does not identify any
' areas subject to Category 3, 4 and 5 storms.)
' During preparation of the 1998 Land Use Plan the SLOSH areas map, as
well as AEC's and 100-year flood areas, were shown over an existing land
use map. This overlay technique revealed that only minor development has
occurred in the storm hazard areas. Areas that are within the flood area
include residential structures along the south side of King Street which is
adjacent to a small creek leading to Castleton Creek (14 single family, 1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 65

l
ri
public housing project and 1 multi -family building). The high school at
Edenton Road and King Street is also subject to flooding. Approximately
20 single family homes on the west side of Edenton Road between Cox
Avenue and King Street are subject to flooding. The public housing site on
Church Street at King Street is subject to flooding. Approximately 21
homes along the east side of Front Street and four homes on the west side
of Front Street are subject to flooding. Approximately nine homes on the
west side of Church Street near the "S" bridge are subject to flooding.
Although currently undeveloped, a portion of the planned Perquimans
Commerce Centre is subject to flooding.
As with any hurricane, damage may be caused by high winds, flooding,
erosion and wave action. The severity of these risks has been reflected in
Table 15. Hurricane forces could severely affect the estuarine shoreline
AEC. The shorelines would be exposed to high winds, flooding, wave
action and erosion. Next in level of severity would be the SLOSH areas.
These areas would be exposed to high winds, flooding, wave action and
some moderate erosion. Floodprone areas (as defined by FEMA Flood
Insurance Maps) would be subject to high winds and flooding. The rest of
the community would be exposed to high winds.
Table 15
Type and Severity of Risks Associated with Hurricanes
Hazard Area
AEC — Estuarine Shoreline
SLOSH Areas
Floodprone Areas
Rest of Community
Exposure Level = High •;
Eazosure to Damaging Forces
&Uk Winds Flooding Action ErosioPl
1 •
•
•
•
2 •
•
•
■
3 •
•
4 •
Moderate ■; Low
' During hurricane weather, experience has shown that Hertford's major
problem has been high winds and tree, vegetation and power line damage
resulting from these winds. The monetary value of the wind damage has
been relatively small. Based on this experience and an analysis of land uses
within the hazard area, it is anticipated that monetary damage from
Category 1 and 2 hurricanes would be substantially less than the estimated
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 66

value of the property. Most of the higher value development lies on the
fringe of identified SLOSH area (wastewater treatment plant, school)
' where damage is expected to be lighter.
Based on an analysis of Hertford's vulnerability to hurricane damage, the
I Town feels that sufficient development regulations are in place to mitigate
the hazards of storms. Development within Hertford's AEC's is regulated
by the CRC. Development in the floodprone areas (which encompass the
SLOSH area) is regulated by the Towns Zoning Ordinance. The State-
wide Building Code also regulates all new construction and substantial
rehabilitation (where damage exceeds 50 percent of building value) within
' the community. The Town's Zoning Ordinance has sufficient provisions for
non -conforming uses and structures. Hertford's erosion -prone areas are
undeveloped and are adequately protected by existing development
regulations. At this time, acquisition of land to protect against storm
hazards is not considered a cost-effective strategy. The Town is also
' concerned about the accuracy of land delineation in the Flood Hazard Map
and SLOSH Area Map. The Town feels that these maps are not totally
accurate and policies relative to these specific areas should be general in
' nature.
Previous Policy:
The Town of Hertford will continue to control development in the AEC's
and floodprone areas to protect the health, safety and welfare of the
' citizens of Hertford.
Current Policy:
' The Town of Hertford will continue to control development in the
AEC's and floodprone areas to protect the health, safety and welfare
of the citizens of Hertford. Local policy shall be to consider purchase
of damaged property in most hazardous areas if either federal or State
funds can be secured for such purpose.
' Implementation:
Continue to regulate development in the floodprone areas by vigorously
enforcing the existing zoning and subdivision regulations and the Building
' Code and by establishment of a vegetated buffer zone.
Review and update zoning and subdivision ordinances to insure that all
' land within the Town's jurisdiction will continue to be adequately regulated
against hurricane/storm hazards. Review to include analysis of permitted
uses allowed in areas subject to flooding (high density and large structures)
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 67

and make determination if new zoning category or change in permitted
density and uses is needed.
2. Issue: Post -Disaster Recovery
Findings:
Community action pertaining to disasters falls into four categories:
' mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Whereas preparedness
and response normally are handled by the County Emergency Management
Agency, mitigation (discussed above) and recovery may be functions of
' local government.
CAMA guidelines require all coastal communities to prepare a "post -
'
disaster reconstruction" plan which considers the storm mitigation policies
outlined above. (Post -disaster reconstruction can be equated to the
recovery phase of community action.) Post -disaster reconstruction
'
involves rehabilitation and reconstruction activities necessary to return the
community to a normal or pre -disaster condition. Coastal communities
may also consider actions during this phase to insure that the community
'
will be safe from future natural disasters. Typical post -disaster
reconstruction activities include immediate clean-up and debris removal,
'
reconstruction over a longer period of time, establishment of special
recovery task force, establishing guidelines and schedules for repairs and
reconstruction, designation of an implementing agency, and establishing
'
policies for repair/replacement of public utilities (and possible relocation of
these facilities).
'
Immediate cleanup and removal following a natural disaster is a function of
the Perquimans County Emergency Management Agency (EMA).
According to the EMA coordinator, immediate cleanup and removal within
'
the corporate limits is the responsibility of the Town government with the
assistance of private citizens. (The Town owns and operates the water,
sewer, streets, drainage and electrical system.) Cleanup outside the
corporate limits is the responsibility of the County with assistance from
DOT and utility companies. Damage assessment is conducted by the
County EMA. Reports are submitted to State and regional Emergency
Management officials.. These reports provide the basis for disaster
declarations and levels of relief assistance.
' According to local Emergency Management officials, other than the
"common sense" approach, the Emergency Management Agency has no
' specific plans and policies for long-term reconstruction. However, post -
disaster repair and reconstruction will be carried out in accordance with the
priority schedule.
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 68

n
In the event of a natural disaster, the County EMA plans call for the
formation of a Control Group. This Control Group would make all
decisions relative to evacuation, damage assessment and recovery. The
following are members of the Group:
'
Chairman of County Commissioners
• Perquimans County Manager
• County Emergency Management Coordinator
• Mayor, Town of Hertford
'
• Hertford Emergency Management Coordinator
Mayor, Town of Winfall
• Perquimans County Sheriff
'
• Hertford Chief of Police
Fire Marshall
• Captain, Rescue Squad
• Superintendent of County Schools
• Director of Social Services
• Administrator of County Health Department
Register of Deeds
'
• Perquimans County Dispatcher
• American Red Cross
• Hertford Grammar School
• EMS Director
'
The formation and operation of this Control Group is based on the
assumption that a hurricane would affect the entire County; therefore, there
exists no need for a separate recovery task force for the Town of Hertford.
'
According to County Emergency Management officials, guidelines for
repair and recovery consist of completion of damage assessment as soon as
possible after a hurricane, notification to State officials of level of damage
and coordination of disaster assistance. A temporary development
moratorium is not anticipated and all repair and reconstruction will meet
'
local land use regulations and the State-wide Building Code. A schedule or
priority system for repair and reconstruction has not been developed.
'
At the present time, all decisions and actions taken in response to
hurricanes are implemented by the County Emergency Management
Agency. All policy -related decisions are made by the Control Group
'
described above.
As mentioned previously, the Town's wastewater treatment plant and an
elevated storage tank are located on the fringe of a hurricane hazard area.
The high winds and flooding associated with a hurricane would have little
1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 69

' affect on operating the treatment plan. With the exception of overhead
power lines, no other municipal facilities he within the hazard areas.
' Previous Policy:
' The Town of Hertford will continue to cooperate and work in conjunction
with the County's Emergency Management plans and policies to guide
post -disaster repair and reconstruction activities.
Current Policy:
The Town of Hertford will continue to cooperate and work in
conjunction with the County's Emergency Management plans and
policies to guide post -disaster repair and reconstruction activities.
Implementation:
Continue to cooperate with the Perquimans County Emergency
Management Agency and encourage the completion of a Disaster Relief
' and Assistance Plan.
Continue to use local forces to identify and remove wind -vulnerable trees
and vegetation and conduct immediate cleanup and debris removal
' operations following a hurricane.
' Consider the formation of a Recovery Task Force to support the efforts of
the County Control Group. The Task Force could include:
' Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem
• Planning Board Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Public Works Supervisor
• Member of fire and rescue squads
• Town engineer and planner
The purpose of this Task Force would be to review damage assessment
reports following a hurricane and determine if supplemental repair and
reconstruction policies and programs are necessary to protect the health,
safety and welfare of the Hertford community. The Task Force could
consider the need for temporary development moratorium, revised land use
regulations and additional construction standards for repair and
reconstruction.
Consider establishing the following schedule or priority system for post -
disaster repair and reconstruction:
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
70

First Priority: Replacement of essential public services such as electricity,
water, sewer, telephone, streets and bridges.
' Second Priority: Minor repairs.
' Third Priority: Major repairs.
Fourth Priority: New development.
' Evaluate the structural integrity of the elevated storage tank located near
the wastewater treatment plant. Assess the potential damage to the
' wastewater treatment plant as well as the impact of the loss of water supply
should the tank be damaged by high winds..
3. Issue: Evacuation
' Findings:
The Perquimans County Evacuation Plan was developed for evacuation of
all County residents. The purpose of the plan is to "provide for an orderly
' and coordinated evacuation and shelter system to minimize the effects of
hurricanes on the residents and visitors in Perquimans County." This plan
' establishes a control group, support group, warning and alerting systems,
shelter locations and evacuation routes. Based on an analysis of the
County Hurricane Evacuation Plan, evacuation can be accomplished within
' anticipated warning times. Evacuation routes include Highway 37 north to
Highway 32 to Highway 158, which is referred to as Evacuation Route 1.
Evacuation Route 2 is Highway 17 West.
' Current Policy:
' Town policy shall be to continue to follow evacuation procedures
outlined in Perquimans County Hurricane Evacuation Plan.
' IX. LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM AND MAP
' A land classification system has been devised as a means of assisting in the implementation
of the local policies. By delineating land classes on a map, local government and its
citizens can specify those areas where certain policies (local, State and federal) will apply.
' The land classification system should be supported by and consistent with zoning,
subdivision and other local growth management tools. Although specific areas are
outlined on a land classification map, land classification is merely a tool to help implement
policies and not, in the strict sense of the term, a regulatory mechanism.
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 71

The land classification system provides a framework used by Hertford to identify the
future use of all lands. The designation of land classes allows Hertford to illustrate policy
statements as to where and to what intensity they want growth to occur, and where they
want to conserve natural and cultural resources by guiding growth.
The land classification system includes seven classes: Developed, Urban Transition,
Limited Transition, Community, Rural, Rural with Services and Conservation. The
Hertford land classification includes four of the possible seven classifications, which are
Developed, Urban Transition, Rural and Conservation.
A. Developed
1. Purpose
The purpose of the Developed class is to provide for continued intensive
development and redevelopment of existing cities, towns and their urban
environs.
2. Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of the Developed classification are currently urban
in character where minimal undeveloped land remains and have in place, or
are scheduled for the timely provision of, the usual municipal or public
services. Urban in character includes mixed land uses such as residential,
commercial, industrial, institutional and other uses at high to moderate
densities. Services include water, sewer, recreational facilities, streets and
roads, police and fire protection. In some instances an area may not have
all the traditional urban services in place, but if it otherwise has a developed
character and is scheduled for the timely provision of these services, it still
meets the intent of the developed classification. Areas developed for
predominantly residential purposes meet the intent of this classification if
they exhibit:
i. a density of three or more dwelling units per acre; or
I a majority of lots of 15,000 square feet or less, which are provided
or scheduled to be provided with the traditional urban services; or
EL permanent population densities that are high and seasonal
populations that may swell significantly.
The Developed classification has been used for the existing developed areas
inside the corporate limits of Hertford.
B. Urban Transition
1. Purpose
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 72

The purpose of the Urban Transition class is to provide for future intensive
urban development on lands that are suitable and that will be provided with
the necessary urban services to support intense urban development.
' 2. Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of the Urban Transition classification are presently
' being developed for urban purposes or will be developed in the next five to
ten years to accommodate anticipated population and urban growth. These
areas are in, or will be in "transition" state of development going from
' lower intensity uses to higher intensity uses and as such will eventually
require urban services. Examples of areas meeting the intent of this class
' are lands included within municipal extraterritorial planning boundaries and
areas being considered for annexation.
' i. Areas classified Urban Transition will provide lands for intensive
urban growth when lands in the Developed class are not available.
Urban Transition lands must be able to support urban development
' by being generally free of physical limitations and be served or
readily served by urban services. Urban development includes
mixed land uses such as residential, commercial, institutional,
' industrial and other uses at or approaching high to moderate
densities. urban services include water, sewer, streets and roads,
police and fire protection that will be made available at the time
' development occurs or soon thereafter. Permanent population
densities in this class will be high and the seasonal population may
swell significantly.
' I In choosing land for the Urban Transition class, such land should
not include: areas with severe physical limitations which would
make the provision of urban services difficult or impossible, lands
' which meet the definition of conservation, lands of special value
(unless no other alternative exists) such as productive and unique
agricultural lands, forest lands, potentially valuable mineral
' deposits, water supply watersheds, scenic and tourist resources
including archaeological sites, habitat for important wildlife species,
' areas subject to frequent flooding, areas important for
environmental or scientific values, lands where urban development
might destroy or damage natural systems or processes of more than
local concern, or lands where intense development might result in
' undue risk to life and property from natural or existing manmade
hazards.
iii. Even though AEC standards occasionally permit Urban Transition
type development on a lot -by -lot basis within the various AECs,
this classification should not be applied to any AEC.
' 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 73

I
k
iv. Areas that are predominantly residential meet the intent of this class
if.
(a) they are approaching three dwelling units per acre, or
(b) a majority of the lots are 15,000 square feet or less and will
be provided with essential urban services to support this
high density development, or
(c) are contiguous to existing developed municipal areas.
Urban Transition areas include undeveloped land along U.S. 17 Bypass and
the Commerce Centre south of Hertford.
C. Rural
1. Purpose
The Rural class is to provide for agriculture, forestry, mineral extraction
and other allied uses traditionally associated with an agrarian region. Other
land uses, due to their noxious or hazardous nature and negative impacts
on adjacent uses may also be appropriate here if sited in a manner that
minimizes their negative effect on surrounding land uses or natural
resources. Examples include energy generating plants, refining plants,
airports, landfills, sewage treatment facilities, fuel storage tanks and other
industrial type uses. Very low density dispersed residential uses on large
lots with on -site water and sewer are consistent with the intent of the rural
class. Development in this class should be as compatible with resource
production as possible.
2. Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of the Rural classification are appropriate for or
presently used for agriculture, forestry, mineral extraction and other uses,
that due to their hazardous or noxious nature, should be located in a
relatively isolated and undeveloped area. Very low density dispersed,
single family residential uses are also appropriate within rural areas where
lot sizes are large and where densities do not require the provision of urban
type services. Private septic tanks and wells are the primary on -site
services available to support residential development, but fire, rescue squad
and sheriff protection may also be available. Population densities will be
very low.
All areas not shown as Developed, Urban Transition or Conservation have
been classified as Rural. This land area is located in the extraterritorial
planning area of Hertford.
F. Conservation
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 74

1
1. Purpose
The purpose of the Conservation class is to provide for the effective long-
term management and protection of significant, limited or irreplaceable
areas. Management is needed due to the natural, cultural, recreational,
scenic or natural productive values of both local and more than local
concern.
2. Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of this classification that should be considered for
inclusion include:
i. Areas of Environmental Concern (AECs), including but not limited
to public trust waters, estuarine waters, coastal wetlands, etc., as
identified in 15A NCAC 7H;
iie other similar lands, environmentally significant because of their
natural role in the integrity of the coastal region, including but not
limited to wetlands identified on Division of Coastal Management
wetland maps, other wetlands, areas that are or have a high
probability of providing wildlife habitat, forest lands that are
essentially undeveloped and lands which otherwise contain
significant productive, natural, scenic, cultural or recreational
resources.
In Hertford, Conservation areas include all areas of environmental concern
designated by CAMA, which include estuarine waters, estuarine shorelines,
coastal wetlands and public trust waters; all 404 wetlands; and all areas
below the 100-year flood elevation.
' X. INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION AND IMPLEMENTATION
During the early planning process Perquimans County was provided a copy of the
' Hertford Public Participation Plan with an invitation to attend meetings. In addition, a
copy of the Public Participation Plan and meeting dates was published in the local
newspaper.
Similar policy has been included in the Hertford and Perquimans County plans addressing
Perquimans Commerce Centre development. A copy of final draft of Land Use Plan and
Executive Summary has been provided to Perquimans County for review and comment.
A copy of the draft Plan and Executive Summary has been made available for public
review at the Hertford Town Manager's office and at the public library.
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 75

11
XL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
The Public Participation Plan was prepared and approved by Town Council in February,
1998 (see Appendix for copy of plan).
The Town of Hertford placed an ad in the local newspaper outlining public meetings at
which the plan would be discussed. At the first meeting, held on March 12,1998, a total
of 16 Hertford citizens attended. At that meeting and the meeting held April 16, citizens
' were given the opportunity to discuss issues of concern to them which have been
incorporated into the plan update. (See Appendix for list of citizens in attendance at
March 12,1998, public meeting.) Each subsequent meeting at which the plan was
' discussed was open to the public.
' On June 11 the Planning Board reviewed current plan policy and recommended changes
based on public input. On August 13, 1998, a joint meeting of the Planning Board and
Town Council was held to review draft document, policy and land classification map. On
' September 3, the Planning Board reviewed the draft plan for the purpose of identifying
any possible changes in data collection, policy or land classification portions of the plan.
' A public meeting, scheduled for September 17, will be held to review the plan and for
Council to approve the plan for submittal to the CRC. Subsequent public meetings will be
scheduled to discuss any CRC comments prior to holding a final public hearing for local
' adoption prior to sending the plan to CRC for plan certification.
0
1
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft) 76

APPENDIX
1 1 1998 Hertford Land Use Plan Update (8/31/98 Draft)
77

1998 Public Participation Plan
for
Town of Hertford Land Use Plan
The Town of Hertford Planning Board will serve as the designated principal local board
with the lead role in preparing the 1998 Land Use Plan. To insure adequate public
participation in the planning process, the Planning Board has proposed the following
schedule of public meetings to give citizens the opportunity to be involved in the planning
'
process. Meetings have been tentatively scheduled for the following dates, times and
locations:
1998 Hertford Land Use Plan
'
Public Information/Education Schedule
'
jag Time/Location Purpose of Meeting
March 12, 1998 7:00 PM/Town Hall Public Information Workshop.
'
Planning Board General review of requirements to
prepare Land Use Plan. Citizens'
opportunity to outline their
t
desires for Hertford's
growth, for example economic
development, environmental
'
protection, parks, beautification,
waterfront access, etc.
April 16,1998 7:00 PMfrown Hall Public Information Workshop.
Planning Board Review trends in population, land use
'
and economy. Review identified
environmental issues. Review results
of public information meeting.
'
May 14, 1998 7:00 PM/Town Hall Review Existing Land Use Map,
Planning Board resource data, current Land Use Plan
'
policy.
June 11, 1998 7:00 PM/Town Hall Review Hazards Map, Land
'
Planning Board Classification Map and
definitions.

1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
July 7, 1998 7:00 PM/Town Hall Review draft plan and finalize
Planning Board policy section of plan document
prior to submittal to Town
Council.
Aug. 4, 1998 Agenda Item/Town Hall Presentation of Plan elements
Town Council to Town Council for
review and comment.
To be announced Agenda Item/Town Hall Joint meeting to review draft
Town Council & Land Use Plan
Planning Board
To be announced Agenda Itemf town Hall Meeting with Town Council
Town Council & and Planning Board to
Planning Board discuss review comments from State
and obtain direction from Town
Council and Planning Board
on response to comments and
modifications to draft plan.
To be announced Agenda Item/Town Hall Adoption of revised Plan and
Town Council submittal to Town Council
for local approval.
To be announced Agenda ItenvTown Hall Hold Public Hearing for local
Town Council adoption of Plan and submittal to
CRC for adoption.
In an effort to obtain as much public input as possible during plan preparation, the Town
will place notices in local newspapers for each meeting date set to discuss the plan and its
preparation. The Town will also work closely with local newspapers to have
informational articles in the paper prior to each meeting. Town officials will also notify by
direct mail local interest groups that might have a specific interest in the meeting dates at
which the plan will be discussed. The Town will also notify the County of plan
preparation and encourage their attendance at any meetings being held. During all public
information meetings, citizens will be given the opportunity to provide input on plan
preparation and policy issues.

M
SLOSH AREA
HERTFORD, NC
PEROUIMAKS RIVER
/ i 1• > %
O N
• � � � Town Limits `
'
solo
logo 4v*
0 400 .C. 1200 {00
LEGEND
CATEGORY 1. i2
HURRICANES
HOWARD T. CAPPS 0 ASSOCIATES

r� �r r r r� � rr rr r� ■�rr rr r rr r r r r� �r
Page No. 1 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
Property/HD Name .,r,, SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
Town/vicinity REMOVED
** County: Perquimans
NR# SS#:PQ 11 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List:
4
Albertson -Miller House
Mr. William B. Jordan
07/08/82
S side NC 17, 2 mi E jct SR 1304
Route Three
Woodville vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 19 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List:
4
Rachel Barrow House
Mrs. Bertha Lane
07/08/82
101 Edenton Road
Front Street
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 20 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
..
List:
4
(Ben Hobbs Property) Bear Swamp House and Smokehouse
Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs
07/08/82
NW side SR 1339 .25 mi NE jct SR 1340
Route One, Box 143-A
Bethel
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
`NR# 491 SS#:PQ 1 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List:
1
Belvidere
Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Smith
09/19/69
01/20/77
08/02/77
',N. side NC 37, 0.1 mi. W. of Perquimans
River
Belvidere Plantation
Belvidere
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
'NR# SS#:PQ 367 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List:
4
Belvidere Historic District
Chairman Leo A. Higgins
01/13/94
Along Drinking Hole Rd (NC 37) & Perry's
Bridge Rd
P. O> Box 45
iVillage of Belvidere
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
./

r� r■ r� rr ri rr r �r r rr. rr r r rr �r r r r� rr
Page No. 2 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 25 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
List:
4
Bethel Baptist Church
Bethel Baptist Church
07/08/82
S side SR 1342 .15 mi W jct 1340
Route 2
Bethel vic.
Edenton NC 27932
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 39 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/.
Chappell Hill Baptist Church
Chappell Hill Baptist Church
07/08/82
E side SR 1002 .3 mi N jct SR 1117
Route.l
Belvidere ``
Tyner NC 27980
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#: LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Church of the Holy Trinity
04/10/97
Hertford
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 44 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Elizabeth Pointer Clayton House
Mr. and Mrs. Erving Turner
07/08/82
N side SR 1300 .4 mi N jct SR 1329
New Hope vic.
Durants Neck NC 27930
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 47 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Ralph Coston House
Mrs. Naomi Forehand
07/08/82
`307 Market Street
Route One, Box.125
'Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

M M M M M r M M m m. m� m m M r M M M
Page No. 3
07/15/97
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information
NR# 324 SS#:PQ 2 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Cove Grove
SW. of jct. of SR 1301 and SR 1302
Parkville Township
NR# SS#:PQ 62 LOCAL STATUS:
Joseph Evans Smokehouse and House
N side SR 1215 at jct w/ SR 1216
Parkville
Date: /• /
Mrs. Elizabeth S.'Jethro et al
Route 3, Box 19
Hertford NC 27944
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
List: 1
10/17/73 03/15/74 08/07/74
Conditn:
List: 4
Mr. Joseph A. Winslow -07/08/82
Route Two
Hertford NC 27944 Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 65 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 4
Richard Felton House
Mr. W. Howard Williams, Sr.
07/08/82
NE side SR 1107 .6 mi SE jct SR 1110
Route Two
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 68 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Wilson M. Fleetwood House
Mrs. J.M. Fleetwood, Jr.
07/08/82
N side SR 1346 .2 mi W jct SR 1345
Route Two
Bethel
Edenton NC 27932
Conditn:
List: 1
NR# 1738 SS#:PQ 466 LOCAL STATUS: Date: r/ /
Fletcher -Skinner -Nixon House and Outbuildings
Mrs. Nancy D. Rascoe.
07/08/82
12/10/93
01/21/94
NE side of SR 1301, 0.45 mi. SE jct. with SR 1300
10/14/93
12/14/93
Hertford vicinity
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

-' r■ rr rr �r rr rr rr rr r� rr. it rr r rr rr r� r� rr rr
Page No. 4
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Owner Information
SPRC-SL
NOMdate
LISTdate
Property/HD Name
,,,
SPRC-NR
RECdate
DOEdate
Town/vicinity
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 73 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/'
List:
4
(Ben Hobbs Property) Gates County
Dairy
Mr. -Benjamin C. Hobbs
07/08/82
NW side SR 1339 .25 mi NE jct SR
1340
Route.One, Box 143-A
Bethel
Hertford NC 27944.
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 76 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
List:
4
Godfrey-Reed•House
Mrs. H.C. Barclift
07/08/82
S side SR 1328, 1.75 mi E jct w/
SR 1300
New Hope
Durants Neck NC 27930
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 77 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
List:
4
Caleb Goodwin House
Mr. Archie T. Lane, Sr.
07/08/82
N side SR 1110, 0.85 mi NW jct w/
SR 1113
Route. One
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 83 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
List:
4
James Harrell House
Mr. Morris R. Saunders
07/08/82
S sdie SR 1347, 1.4 mi W jct w/ SR 1339
Route Two, Box 174
Bethel
Hertford NC 27944 .
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 334 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Mayor
List:
4
Town of Hertford
Hertford Historic District
The Honorable Bill Cox
10/17/77
Hertford Town Office
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

Page No. 5
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY'LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Owner Information
SPRC-SL
NOMdate
LISTdate
Property/HD Name
SPRC-NR
RECdate
DOEdate
Town/vicinity
,,•,
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 100 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List:
4
Alethia S. Hoskins House
Mr. Albert D. Eure••
07/08/82
W side SR 1300 .15 mi N jct SR 1310
Route Three.
New Hope vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 114 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
William Jones House
Mrs. Mary H. Harris
07/08/82
SW side SR 1301 .25 mi S jct SR 1300
200 Pine Lake Drive
Parkville vic. ``
Elizabeth City NC 27909
Conditn:
List:
1
NR# 301 SS#:PQ 3 LOCAL STATUS: Date: /
/
Land's End (Leigh House) _
Mrs. W.G. Gaither
09/19/69
08/30/73
09/20/73
W. of jct. of SR 1300 and SR 1324
New Hope Township
Elizabeth City NC 27909
Conditn:
List:
4
'NR# SS#:PQ 117 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
'William Henry Layden House
Mr. Elton D. Layden
07/08/82
;N side SR 1213 at jct SR 1200
Route One
sBelvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
iiNR# SS#:PQ 116 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Layden-Reed House
Mr. Guy H. Webb
07/08/82
'.N side SR 1300 .15 mi N jct SR 1321
Route Three
'New Hope vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

r� �r rr ■r �r �r r�r �r r� rrr �r �r r� r r■ ■■� �r �r
Page No. 6
07/15/97
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS -
Owner Information
.err
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 118 LOCAL
STATUS:
Date:
/
/
List:
4
Richard Leigh House
Mr. Calvin B. Banks
07/08/82
S side SR 1300 at jct SR
1319
Route Three
New Hope vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 120 LOCAL
List:
4
STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Sarah Long House
Mr. Thomas W. Fleetwood
07/08/82
N side SR 1343 at jct SR
1341
Route Two
Bethel vic.
Edento NC 27919
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 129 LOCAL
List:
4
STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Joseph Mardre House
Mr. Lester H. Simpson
07/08/82
End of SR 1340 2.25 mi
SE jct SR
1345
Route One
Bethel
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 134 LOCAL
List:
4
STATUS:
Date:
/
/
John McNider House
Miss Blanche C. Chappell
07/08/82
NE side SR 1340 .85 mi
SE jct NC
17
1822 Springwood Street
Bethel vic.
Norfolk VA
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 139 LOCAL
List:
4
STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Mitchell -Ward House
Mr. Jimmy Chappell
07/08/82
E side SR 1002 .05 mi S
jct SR 1119
Route One,:Box 68
Belvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
/
/

r rr rr r r r r� r r re. r r� r r r rr � rr rr
Page No. 7
07/15/97
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT-DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
NR# 111 SS#:PQ 4. LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 1
Myers -White House
Mrs. Charles E. White,' -Sr.
04/16/71
05/13/71
01/20/72
S. side SR 1347, 0.7 mi. E. of jct. w/SR
1339
Route 1
/ /
05/18/71
Bethel Township
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 1
NR# 110 SS#:PQ 5 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Site Manager
Newbold -White House Historical Place
Newbold -White House
Mr. Steve Allen
09/19/69
05/12/71
06/24/71
NE. side SR 1336, opposite jct. w/SR 1337
/ /
05/18/71
Bethel Township
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 151 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
Baker Newby House
Mr. Elloy H. Chappell
07/08/82
N side SR 1111 .7 mi SE jct SR 1117
Route Two
i Hertford vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 156 LOCAL STATUS: .Date:
i
/ /
;Thomas Newby House
Mrs. J.D. White
07/08/82
E side SR 1300 .95 mi N jct SR 1321
New Hope vic.
Durants Neck NC 27930
Conditn:
List: 4
'NR# SS#:PQ 157 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
';William Newby House
Mrs. Bertha Chappell Lane
07/08/82
';SW side SR 1107 .45 mi SE jct SR 1108
202 N, Frond Street
'Hertford vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
F

Page No. 8
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS .
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Owner Information
SPRC-SL
NOMdate
LISTdate
Property/HD Name
SPRC-NR
RECdate
DOEdate
Town/vicinity
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 164 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
List: 4
Timothy Nicholson House
Mr. -Paul E. Byrum•.
07/08/82
W side SR 1111 .75 mi S jct SR 1118
Route Two, Box 76
Belvidere vic.
Hertford NC 27944.
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 166 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Francis Nixon House
Mr. William Nixon
07/08/.82
S side SR 1300 .4 mi W jct SR 1301
Route•Four, Box 24
Parkville vic. ``
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 168 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Jordan Nixon House
Mr. Tallue N. Holly
07/08/82
NE aide SR 1115 1.1 mi NW jct SR 1114
55 Winans Avenue
Hertford vic.
Newark NJ 07108
Conditn:
List: 1
NR# 302 SS#:PQ 6 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
Samuel Nixon House
Mr. and Mrs. Josiah Smith
04/16/71
09/05/78
10/15/73
End of SR 1121 on Perquimans River
Route 2, Box 122
Parkville Township
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
!, NR# SS#:PQ 170 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Thomas Nixon House
Mrs. Marjorie Oakley
07/08/82
S side NC 17 .35 mi E jct 1301
314 N. Church Street
Parkville vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

!!! A S S A A � ..!• A! A A A! A A A
Page No. 9 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
NR# SS#:PQ 173 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Oak Grove -School
E side SR 1224 .25 mi S jct SR 1221
Parkville vic.
NR# 1853 SS#:PQ 471 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Old Neck Historic District
Bounded by US Hwy 17,SR 1300,Suttons Crk & Perquimans
Riv "
Hertford, NC
NR# SS#:PQ 178 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
John Parker House
E side SR 1225, 0.6 mi N jct w/ SR 1226
;Parkville
NR# SS#:PQ 180 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
?(Ben Hobbs Property) Pasquotank Log House
',NW side SR 1339 .25 mi NE jct SR 1340
_Bethel (MOVED FROM ELIZ CITY)
!NR# 1469 SS#:PQ 7 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Perquimans County Courthouse
'Market Street
Hertford
Mrs. Katie Symons
Route Two
Elizabeth City NC 27909
Mrs. Hattie R. Parker
Route Three, Box 268
Hertford'NC 27944
Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs
Route One, Box 143-A
Hertford NC 27944
Chairman
Perquimans County Board of Comissioners
The Honorable Lester Simpson
Hertford NC 27944
Fog
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
List: 4
07/08/82
Conditn:
List: 1
07/23/96 09/06/96
07/11/96 07/26/96
Conditn:
List:
4
07/08/82
Conditn:.
List:
4
07/08/82
Conditn:
List:
1
05/23/77
12/07/78
05/10/79
Conditn:
/
/

■r rr rr rr rr
r
�r
r r rr rs � r r
rr sr
r
rr
rr
Page No. 10
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Owner Information
SPRC-SL
NOMdate
LISTdate
Property/HD Name
�,,
SPRC-NR
RECdate
DOEdate
Town/vicinity
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 184 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
List:
4
Thomas D. Perry House
Mr. Charles Layden
07/08/82
N side SR 1213 .15 mi E of jct
SR 1200
Belvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 187 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
William W. Phillips House
Mr. Howard Hurdle
07/08/82
Main Street
Route Two
Winfall
"
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 188 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Piney Woods Friends Church'
Piney Woods Friends Meeting House
07/08/82
N side SR 1119 .1 mi N jct SR 1118
Route 1
Belvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 193 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
r Poplar Run A.M.E. Zion Church
07/08/82
SW side NC 37 .55 mi SE jct SR
1121
Route 2
/ /
/
/
07/12/96
Parkville vic.
i
Winsfall NC 27985
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 194 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Richard Pratt House (Ben Hobbs
Property)
Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs
07/08/82
NW side SR 1339 .25 mi N E jct
SR 1340
Route_One; Box 143-A..,..
Bethel (MOVED FROM INDIAN CRK)•
Hertford'NC:27944
Conditn:
/
/

i i i i i i i i i i• i i i i i i i i i
Page No. 11
07/15/97
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 199 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Wilson Reed Smokehouse (Ben Hobbs Prop.) Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs•' 07/08/82
NW side SR 1339 .25 mi NE jct SR 1340 Route One, Box 143-A
Bethel (MOVED FROM HERTFORD) Hertford NC 27944 Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 202 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Burwell S. Riddick House Mr. Percy L. Winslow 07/08/82
W side SR 1204 at jct SR 1001 Route One
Belvidere vic. Belvidere NC 27919 Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 205 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
List: 4
List:
4 "
List: 4
Robert Riddick House. - Mr. J. Quincy Riddick
Robert Riddick House. - Mr. J. Quincy Riddick
07/08/82
W side SR 1205 .1 mi NW jct SR 1204 Route One
Belvidere vic. Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 206 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Willis Riddick House Mr. Branning T. Winslow
07/08/82
W side SR 1001 .45 mi S jct SR 1204
Belvidere vic. Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 225 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Edmund Blount Skinner House and Grounds
09/17/73
E side SR 1336 at jct SR 1350
Bethel vic.
Conditn:

i m i i
Page No. 12 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
Property/HD Name SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
Town/vicinity REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 226 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
Edmund Blount Skinner Lock Room (Ben Hobbs Prop.)
NW side SR 1339 .'25 mi NE jct SR 1340
Bethel
NR# 321 SS#:PQ 8 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Stockton
W. side SR 1329, 1.5 mi. S. of Woodville
New Hope Township
NR# SS#:PQ 241 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Sumnerville
N side SR 1300 .15 mi N jct SR 1309
New Hope vic.
NR# SS#:PQ 242 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Laura E. Sutton House
N side SR 1300 .3 mi SE jct SR 1316
New Hope vic.
List: 4
Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs-
07/08/82
Route'One, Box 143-A
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 1
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Rountree
09/19/69
11/28/73
06/07/74
Route 3 -
/ /
12/03/73
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
Mr. Melvin Eure
07/08/82
Route 3
Hertford NC.27944
Conditn:
List: 4
Mr. Calvin C. Godfrey
07/08/82
Route Three
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 243 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 4
Samuel Sutton House and Store Mr. Cletis E. Peacock
-07/08/82
N side SR 1340, 0.5 mi SE of jct w/ SR 1341 1134 Bollin Avenue.
Bethel vic. Norfolk VA 23580
Conditn:
/ /

Page No. 13
07/15/97
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
NR# 335 SS#:PQ 9 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List:
1
Sutton -Newby House
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde L. Russell
10/29/71
05/08/74
09/10/74
SW. of jct. of SR 1300 and SR 1303
Route 3
New Hope Township
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 253 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Towe and Pike Grain and Supply Company
Mr. L.E. Pierce
07/08/82
W side SR 1224 .1 mi N jct SR 1225
Route Two
Parkville vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 262 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
James Whedbee House
Mrs. Ethel Sutton Chappell
07/08/82
End of SR 1316 .7 mi E jct SR 1300
Route Three -
New Hope vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 270 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Charles Frank White House
09/19/69
End of"'SR 1212 2.75 mi NW jct SR 1001
Harvey's Neck
Conditn:
List:
1
NR# 602 SS#:PQ 10 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
Issac White House
Mr. Julian White
/ /
01/18/79
03/23/79
SE. side SR 1339, 0.1 mi. W. of SR 1347
Route 1
,Bethel vicinity
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

Page No. 14
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
07/15/97
NATIONAL REGISTER AND.STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Owner Information
SPRC-SL
NOMdate
LISTdate
Property/HD Name
r,.
SPRC-NR
RECdate
DOEdate
Town/vicinity
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 278 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
List:
4
John White House
Mr. L. Clinton Winslow; Jr.
07/08/82
SW side NC 37 at jct SR 1001
Route One, Box 52
Vic. unknown
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 280 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
John 0. White House
Mrs. Jacob L. White, Sr.
07/08/82
NW side US 17 at jct BUS 17/NC 37
Route One, Box 447
Hertford �r
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 283 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Joseph U. White House
Mr. A.T. Banks
07/08/82
W side SR 1224 .2 mi S jct SR 1221
Route Two, Box 284
Parkville vic.
Elizabeth City NC 27909
Conditn:
List:
4
,NR# SS#:PQ 285 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Josiah H. White House
Mr. John Smith
07/08/82
1.35 mi SE jct w/ SR 1131
203 W. Church Street
/ /
/
/
07/12/96
Parkville vic.
Edenton NC 27932
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 289 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Nathan White House
Mr. Talmadge Rose
07/08/82
SW side NC 37 .4 mi NW jct SR 1001
104 E. Grubb Street
Belvidere vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

�r rr �r rr rr r rr rr rr rr. r r rr rr rr rr r rr r
Page No. 15
07/15/97
NR Number / Survey Site Number
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS.COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
NR# SS#:PQ 294 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
List:
4
Thomas White House
Mr. Joe W. Ward
07/08/82
NE side NC 37, 0.25 mi N jct w/ SR 1215
405 N. Front Street
/ /
Belvidere
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 295 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Thomas D. White House
Mrs. Jesse V. Roundtreet
07/08/82
SE side SR 1200, 0.15 S jct w/ SR-1001r
Route One
Belvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
X
NR# SS#:PQ 264 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
White -Jessup House (DESTROYED)
Mr. Warren Nowell
07/08/82
W side SR 1202 .15 mi N jct SR 1200
Route Box 3
Belvidere vic.
.One,
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
D
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 300 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
Whiteville Grove Baptist Church
Whiteville Grove Baptist Church
07/08/82
W side'SR 1200 .2 mi S jct SR 1214
Route 1
Belvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 316 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/
/
William H. Winslow House
Mr. Elton D. Layden
07/08/82
W side SR 1200 at jct SR 1213
Route Two
Belvidere vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
/
/

Perquimans County
'
Soil Characteristics
SYMBOL
NAME
SEPTIC
FARMLAND
AaA
Altavista fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
Ap
Arapahoe fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
At
Augusta fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
Au
Augusta - Urban land complex
Severe
BoA
Bojac loamy fine sand
Moderate
CaB
Cainhoy fine sand
Severe
Cf
Cape Fear loam
Severe
Ch
Chapanoke silt loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
CO
Chowan silt loam
Severe
CtB
Conetoe loamy sand
Slight
DgA
Dogue fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
DgB
Dogue fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
DO
Dorovan muck
Severe
Dg
Dragston loamy fine sand
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
Ec
Echaw fine sand
Severe
Ic
Icaria fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
Ly
-Lynn Haven sand
Severe
MuA
Munden loamy fine sand
Severe
'
Nm
Nimeo loamy fine sand
Severe
Pe
Perquimans silt loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
Pt
Portsmouth loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
) Ro
Roanoke silt loam
Severe
'
Sc
Scuppernong muck
Severe
Se
Seabrook fine sand
Severe
StA
State loamy fine sand
Moderate
Prime Farmland
'
StB
State loamy fine sand
Moderate
Prime Farmland
SuA
State - Urban land complex
Moderate
Tm
Tomahawk loamy fine sand
Severe
To
Tomotley fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
UD
Udorthents, loamy
Severe
VaB
Valhalla fine sand
Severe
'
WaA
Wahee fine sandy loam
Severe
WoB
Wando fine sand
Severe
YeA
Yeopim loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
'
YeB
Yeopim loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
n
Source: Soil Survey of Chowan Cnty, USDA -Natural Resource Conservation Service

11
Effectiveness Evaluation of
1991 Hertford Land Use Plan Update
According to the 7B CAMA Land Use Planning Guidelines, local governments must
' evaluate how effectively the previous CAMA Land Use Plan has been implemented and
determine what improvements the government intends to make in this plan update. This
evaluation should occur at the beginning of the update process so as to provide a
foundation upon which to develop new policies [T15A: 07B .206 (6)]. Planning Board
members and Town officials determined whether the policy had been implemented since
1991 and whether the policy was sufficient as currently written. Problems with
implementation and effectiveness are noted below.
1
n
11
11
1
Policy
Page
Im ilemented as Cited
E
Tectiveness
Yes
No. Why Not?
Adequate
Needs Improvement
Areas of environmental concern
p. 30
Partially
Yes
and appropriate land use in
AEC's
Constraints to development
p. 31
Partially
Yes
Omit d.
including flood prone areas,
soil suitability and septic tank
use
Development density in
p. 33
x
x
Add definition
proximity to designated
Outstanding Resource
Waters ORWs
Other hazardous or fragile
p. 33
No
x
land areas
Hurricane and flood evacuation
P. 33
X.
x
needs
Protection of potable water
p. 34
x
x
supply
Use of package treatment plants
p. 34
x
z
Stormwater runoff
P. 34
Mostly
x
Marinas, floating home develop-
p. 35
No. Change in
Docking facility
ment, dry stack facilities
policy.
needed.
Industrial impact on fragile
p. 35
No
x
areas
Development of sound and
p. 36
x
x
estuarine system islands
Restriction of development in
p. 36
x
x
areas up to five feet above
mean high water
Upland excavation for marina
p. 36
x
x
basins
Damaging of existing marshes
p. 36
x
x
by bulkhead installation
Productive agriculture lands
. 36
=x
z
Commercial forest lands
p.36
x
x

0
Cl
k
Potential mineral production
areas
p. 37
x
x
Commercial and recreational
p. 37
x
x
fisheries
Off -road vehicles
P. 37
Not our problem
Not our problem
Personal watercraft
Residential, commercial and
p. 37
x
x
industrial development
Peat and phosphate mining
. 38
x
x
Community attitude toward
p. 39
x
x
growth
Types and locations of
p. 39
x
x
industries desired
Local commitment to provide
p. 40
x
x
services
Urban growth patterns desired
p. 40
z
Not part of this
plan
Redevelopment of developed
p. 42
x
areas including relocation of
structures due to erosion
Commitment to State and federal
p. 42
x
x
programs including erosion
control, public access, high-
way improvements, port
facilities, dredging and
military facilities
Channel maintenance and beach
p. 43
z
x
nourishment projects, in-
cluding financial aid, provid-
ing spoil areas or providing
easements
Energy facility siting
.43
x
x
Inshore and offshore exploration
p. 44
x
x
or development including
refineries, storage
Tourism
p.44
x
x
Coastal and estuarine water
p. 45
x
z
access
Type, densities, location, units
p. 45
x
x
per acre of anticipated
residential development
Storm hazard mitigation
P. 46
11 x
z
1

+ . . . + + + + +
+ + +
+ + + + . . . . . . . . .
Ic + + + + + + +
+ + "+
+1% + -Pi'4' + . . . . . . . . . . . .
+% + + + + . . . . . . . . . .
+ + + +' + + + + "+ + + + +SC . . . . . . . .
+ + %t + + " + + I-F, . . . . . . . . . . .
+ + \+ + + + . . . . . . . . . . . .
+ + -P, + + CIF + + . . . . . . . . . . . . .
-C + + + + . . . . . .
+ Sc + + + . . . . . . . .
+ + + . . . . . . .
+ + + +
+
+ + + + t + + +
Al +11+
+ *C + . . .
+ + + + + +
+ + +
+ +
%+ +
+
+
V.,
+ ... ......
+
1+
+
+ + .... .....
+ +
+ +
.7.7
+ + + + +
+ /�...�..i::..' ir.{{•,;yam.-'..�` __:..':r:r.'.''�•:::..:..:: '.
. .. .......
%
PEROLVAANS WATERSHED
... ..... ...
The preparation of Min 40ounwnt Was fbmnn4 in
part through a grant Provided by the NorLb Carolina
C;oeellml Management Program, through fubft provided
Act of 19m as
=.=Z,—..&=by the Office of
oemn and comw Rmource Management Nkuousi
Oceania end ALmompberia Admduiffiratim
.......... ........
--------------------------------------
Existing Land Use Map
Hertford, North Carolina
O Scale: 1*=800'
o am WCO
KROMANS WATERSHED
Sc
FM=ENnAL
C
INDUSTRIAL
PUMIC
Sm PVBUC
Tonn
AGRICULTURE
AWROMM FISH
SPAVMG AREA
---- TOWN PLAWNG LIMIT
%OIL HEMORD IS LOCATED IN THE
PEROUNAANS WATERSHED.
I I
Howard T. Capps & Associates. Inc.

I

F
L
The preparation of this document was flnenced In
the North Camlins
CCoaslal lletl�mpmenl pmpm. od by
oa[h funds prodded
h7 the Coastal Zone llanaMneat Act of 197Z, as
amended. which Is administered by the Office of
Ocean and Could Resource manapment. National
Oceanic and Atmospheric AdministraUm
.................. ..... V) j-
.................. * ...... U,
..............
NNI
VA
_... ../
-=
....
a
__
-----------------------------
_-
,
Land Classification Map
Hertford, North Carolina
O Scale: 1"=800'
o aw aoo
---- - - - - - -
Howard T. Capps & Associates. Inc.
ea w wr 'rm.r.Ww�w
r�