1998 Perquimans County Land Use Plan Update-1988

1998 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
9/3/98 DRAFT

1998 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
Prepared for
Perquimans County Commissioners
and
Perquimans County Planning Board
Technical Assistance
Howard T. Capps Ad Associates Inc.
201 N. Front Street, Suite 402
n Wilmington, North Carolina 28401
aThe 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.

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Table of Contents
1998 PERQUIMANS COUNTY
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
I. Purpose of Update
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II. Contents of Land Use Plan Update
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III. Introduction
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IV. Goals and Objectives
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V. Data Collection and Analysis (Present Conditions)
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A. Present Population and Economy
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B. Existing Land Use and Water Uses
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1. Existing Land Use by Watershed Boundary
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2. Existing Water Conditions
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3. Wetlands
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4. Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
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5. Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
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6. Shellfish Beds
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7. Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
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8. Natural Heritage Protection Sites
16
9. Major Platted Subdivisions Not Yet Developed
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10. Significant Land Use Compatibility Problems
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11. Significant Water Use Compatibility Problems
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12. Significant Problems that have Resulted from Unplanned
Development and that have Implications for Future Land
Use, Water Use or Water Quality
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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 Develop-
ment is Now Occurring
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Significant Water Quality Conditions and the Connection
Between Land Use and Water Quality
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C. Current Plans, Policies and Regulations
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1.
Transportation Plans
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2.
Community Facilities Plans
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3.
Water Supply Plans
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4.
Solid Waste Plans
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5.
Utility Extension Policy
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6.
Open Space and Recreation Policy
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7.
Current Land Use Plan Policy
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8.
Zoning Ordinance
21
9.
Subdivision Ordinance
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10.
Floodway Ordinance
21
11.
Building Code
21
12.
Septic Tank Ordinance
21
13.
Historic District Ordinance
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14.
Nuisance Ordinance
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15.
Dune Protection
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16.
Wetland Protection Ordinance
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17.
Sedimentation Ordinance
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Environmental Impact Ordinance
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19.
Stormwater Management Plan
22
20.
Mobile Home Park Ordinance
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21.
Group Housing/Planned Unit Development (PUD) Policy
22
22.
Ordinance to Regulate Junkyards and Junked or
Abandoned Motor Vehicles
23
VI. Constraints
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A. Land
Suitability
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1.
Physical Limitations for Development
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(a) Major Hazard Areas
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i. Man -Made Hazards
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ii. Natural Hazard Areas
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(b) Soil Limitations
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i. Septic Tank Limitations
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(c) Water Supply Areas
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i. Public Water Supply Watershed
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ii. Public and Community Supply Wellfields
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(d) Slopes Exceeding 12%
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(e) Shoreline Areas with High Erosion Potential
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(f) Watersheds Which Drain into Nutrient Sensitive
Waters, Outstanding Resource Waters, Primary
Nursery Areas, High Quality Waters or SA
Waters
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2.
Fragile Areas
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(a) Coastal Wetlands
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(b)
Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shorelines
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(c)
Public Trust Waters
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(d)
Complex Natural Areas
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(e)
Areas that Sustain Remnant Species
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(f)
Areas Containing Unique Geologic Formations
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(g)
Scenic and Predominant High Points
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(h)
Archaeologic and Historic Resources
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(i)
Natural Heritage Program Areas
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(j)
Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
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3. Areas with Resource Potential
31
(a)
Productive and Unique Agricultural Lands
(Prime Farmlands)
31
(b)
Potentially Valuable Mineral Sites
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(c)
Publicly Owned Forests
31
(d)
Parks
31
(e)
Fish and Game Lands
32
4. Community Services Capacity
32
(a)
Wastewater Management
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(b)
Drinking Water Supply
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(c)
Transportation
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(d)
Schools
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(e)
Landfill
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(f)
Police
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(h) Public Administration
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VII. Estimated Demand
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A.
Population and Economy
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1. Population Projections/Seasonal Population
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2. Local Objectives Concerning Growth
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3. Foreseeable Social and Economic Change
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B.
Future Land Needs
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C.
Demand for Community Facilities and Services
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VM. Policy
Statements
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A.
Resource Protection
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B.
Resource Production and Management
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C.
Economic and Community Development
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D.
Continuing Public Participation
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E.
Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery and
Evacuation Plans
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IX. Land Classification System and Map
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A.
Developed
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B.
Urban Transition
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C.
Limited Transition
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D.
Community
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E.
Rural with Services
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F.
Conservation
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X. Intergovernmental Coordination and Implementation
M. Public Participation
Appendix
Tables
Table 1
Perquimans County Population 1960-1990
Table 2
Perquimans County Population Estimate 1991-1996
Table 3
Perquimans County Housing Stock
Table 4
Age of Housing Stock, Perquimans County
Table 5
Employment
Table 6
Employment(Wages by Industry Type for 1995,
Perquimans County
Table 7
Perquimans County Agricultural Profile
Table 8
Perquimans County School System
Table 9
Fire Department Equipment
Table 10
Perquimans County Population Projections 1990-2010
Table 11
Perquimans County Building Permits 1990-1995
Maps
Existing Land Use Map
Natural Area Assessment Map
Composite Storm Hazard Map
Land Classification Map
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aPERQUIMANS COUNTY
1998 Land Use Plan Update
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L PURPOSE OF UPDATE
DThe 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
awhether 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,
ato promote better understanding of land use planning.
D 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
a Resources Commission (CRC) in reviewing and approving land use plans. Policies in the
plan update must be consistent with established State and federal policies.
a If issues are carefully and explicitly addressed, other levels of government will follow local
policies in actions affecting those issues.
0 IL CONTENTS OF LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
At a minimum, the Land Use Plan Update must include the following basic elements:
• Executive Summary
• Introduction
D • Goals and Objectives
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Present Conditions
• Constraints
• Estimated Demands
• Policy Statements
• Land Classification
• Intergovernmental Coordination
a Implementation
• Public Participation
DM. INTRODUCTION
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Perquimans County 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
a between local governments like Perquimans County and the State through the Coastal
Resources Commission (CRC).
a 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
U acquisition, education and other management tools must continue to play an important
L 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:
a 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
a 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.
aIV. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The primary goal and objective in preparing the Perquimans County Land Use Plan
Update is to give citizens and officials of the County 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 rural residential character of
U the County, while at the same time allowing for desired community development and
growth.
DV. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS ( Present Conditions)
DThe first basic element of the Land Use Plan Update is a presentation of pertinent local
and regional data and a thorough analysis of that data. This information helps establish the
n information base necessary to make local policy choices about future land use and
j+ J� development in the community. Information on population, natural resources, water
quality, economic activity and transportation infrastructure has been provided by the
a -Division of Coastal Management. Other required information has been provided by local
government officials or department heads.
(� A. Present Population and Economy
u Table I
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Perquimans County Population
1960 — 1990
a11,000
10,500 10 447
10,000
%500 9,406
a 99000 9,198
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8,351
8,000
1960 1970 1980
Source: Log -in NC (LNC), Office of State Planning 1997
1960-1990 Census
11,500
11,000
10,500
10,000
9,500
9,000
Table 2
Perquimans County Population Estimate
1991 — 1996
10.447 1
10,558 10
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1990
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 1996
Source: Log -in NC (LNC), Office of State Planning 1997
As shown in Table 1, Perquimans County has grown from a population of 8,351 in
1970 to a population of 10,447 by 1990 based on Census data. This population
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.
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Table 2 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 3
Perquimans County Housing Stock
Total Housing Units
Occupied Units
Vacant Units
Units in Structures
1 Detached
1 Attached
2 Attached
3 or 4 Attached
5to9
10 to 19
20 to 49
50 or more
Mobile Homes or Trailers
Other
Source: 1990 Census
4,972
3,988
984
3,290
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Based on the 1990 Census, Perquimans County had a total of 4,972 dwelling units.
Of those, 3,290 units are single-family detached and 1,424 are mobile homes or
trailers. An additional 203 units are attached or multi -family units.
Table 4
Age of Housing Stock
Perquimans County
1989 to March 1990 197
1985 to 1988 542
1980 to 1984 575
1970 to 1979 1,203
1960 to 1969 847
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a1950 to 1959 418
1940 to 1949 281
1939 or earlier M2
Total 4,972
Source: 1990 Census
D Table 4 shows that of the 4,972 units available in 1990, over half the housing
stock, or 2,517 dwelling units, have been built since 1970.
a The Economic and Demographic Data for Perquimans County shows a labor force
in19250 people, -which represents 40.7% of the total populatiog ;of 4-3m the
labor force. As shown in Table 5, 1994 Employment Sector data shows the largest
aemployer 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/TIade, with 26.5%. Service business represent 15.6% and
amanufacturing represents 13.5% of employment.
Table 5
Employment
Sector 1994 % of County 1995 % of County
EMplo, ment Employment EmDlo men, &.121gyment
1-} Agriculture 33 1.8% 50 2.7%
U Construction 63 3.4% 65 3.5%
Finan/Ins/Real Est 33 1.8% 32 1.7%
a Government 638 34.5% 645 35.2%
Manufacturing 250 13.5% 170 9.3%
Services 289 15.6% 300 16.4%
a Retail/Whl Trade 491 26.5% 511 27.9%
Trans/Com/Pub Util 55 3.0010 58 3.2%
a Total 1,850 100% 1,831 100%
Source: Log -in NC (LNC)
The Existing Land Use section of the Plan will discuss the fact that much of the
County's land area is being used for agricultural purposes, which is a very
important part of the local economy; however, as Table 5 shows, only 1.8% of the
aemployment opportunities in 1994, and 2.7% in 1995, are in agriculture. This
reflects national trends, that agricultural operations are producing an abundance of
crops and other products with fewer and fewer workers.
Table 5 alsoshos a slight increase in employment opportunities in most sectors,
awith the exception of manufacturing which dropped from 250 people in 1994 to
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170 in 1995, a decrease of 80 jobs or a change from 13.5% in 1994 to 9.3% in
1995.
Table 6
Employment/Wages by Industry Type for 1995
Perquimans County
Industa
Agriculture
aConstruction
Finan/Ins/Real Estate
Government
Manufacturing
Services
Retail
Wholesale Trade
*Trans/Corn/Utilities
0 *25 of these jobs are in trucking and warehousing
$16,900
17,698
17,302
20,203
12,534
11,854
8,883
19,537
24,566
OSource: 1997 Land Use Planning Information Packet
Table 5 shows that only 3.0% to 3.2% of employment opportunities were in
Transportation, Communications and Utilities; however, as Table 6 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
aannual 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,
awith 50 employees in the travel industry.
Table 7
aPerquimans County Agricultural Profile
1982
Mz
1992
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(Number)
Farms umber
343
272
226
Land in Farms (Acres)
Average Size of Farm (Acres)
86,376
252
75,808
279
68,736
304
Total Cropland (Acres)
70,855
66,354
58,873
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Harvested Cropland (Farms) 308
232
196
Harvested Cropland (Acres) 68,275
55,814
55,546
Beef Cow (Farms) 67
53
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Beef Cow (Number) 664
(D)
662
Milk Cow (Farms) 5
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Milk Cow (Number) 7
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Cattle and Calves Sold (Farms) 60
55
42
Cattle and Calves Sold (Number) 569
773
513
a 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) ill
97
52
a Hogs and Pigs Sold (Number) 52,534
51,306
56,156
Source: Census ofAgriculture, U.S. Department of Commerce
(D) Withheld to avoid disclosing data for individual farms
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
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, 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 County road maps.
The natural features such as submerged aquatic vegetation, natural heritage
areas with State or regional significance, 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 19, 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
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0 written using the seven watershed areas for Perquimans County in an effort
to relate land use to adjacent water bodies.
0 Perquimans River Watershed
The Perquimans River watershed includes the land area on the southern
side of the Perquimans River, all of the Town of Hertford, portions of U.S.
17 highway south of Hertford and much of the northern part of the County
including portions of Winfall. Much of the southern portion of this
watershed along the river is undeveloped, with forest land along the water's
edge. Harvey Point Government Facility is at the southern point. Halsey
Bay Road and Southern Shores residential development are the two major
clusters of residential development. These two developments have a
number of private piers and boat docks.
The Town of Hertford with its cluster of residential and commercial
development, is located near the center of this watershed. The municipal
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boat launching areas and municipal waterfront park are located in this
watershed.
The western portion of Winfall is located on the eastern edge of the
Perquimans River.
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northern portion of this watershed is primarily agricultural or forest
land, with small community clusters of residential land use in areas like
Beech Springs, Hickory Crossroads and Belvidere. Belvidere has a
substantial cluster of historic homes and is currently being considered for
designation as a National Register Historic Site. A railroad line and
aportion
of U.S.17 highway run through portions of this watershed.
The Natural Area Assessment Map shows that this watershed contains
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large areas of anadromous fish spawning areas, submerged aquatic
vegetation and prime farmland.
Muddy Creek. Per uimans River Watershed
The Muddy Creek, Perquimans River watershed includes the land area on
the north side of the Perquimans River from the Albemarle Sound into
northern portions of the County around Mill Creek. The predominant land
use is agriculture and forest land with clusters of residential uses along the
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Perquimans River. Portions of Lands End are included, as well as Carolina
Shores, Long Beach Estates, Sueola Beach, Camp Perry Road, White Hat
Road, Yates Lane, Billy's Beach and Mathews Acres. The eastern portion
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of Winfall is also located in the watershed, as is the community of New
Hope.
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There is a Wildlife Boat Ramp located south of New Hope and a small boat
D ramp at the end of White Hat Road. A railroad line and portion of U.S. 17
highway run through this watershed.
a The Natural Area Assessment Map shows that this watershed contains
large areas of anadromous fish spawning areas at Mill Creek and Sutton
Creek. Large areas of submerged aquatic vegetation are found along the
northern shoreline of the Perquimans River.
A Natural Heritage Area with State significance is located on the edge of
Othe river between Sueola Beach and the Wildlife Boat Ramp.
The northern portion of this watershed contains the largest area of prime
afarmland in the County; specifically, north of the intersection of Swamp
Road and 4 Mile Desert Road. There are no prime farmlands in the
ri southern portion of this watershed.
The Little River, Hall Creek watershed includes the land area southwest of
the upper reaches of the Little River. The western edge of the Little River
a is primarily forest area, with much of the remaining land area in agricultural
use. The small communities of Parkville, Chapanoke and Woodville are
located in this watershed. A railroad line and portion of U.S. 17 highway
arun east and west through this watershed.
The Natural Area Assessment Map shows anadromous fish spawning areas
0 along upper reaches of Little River. This watershed also contains three
small areas of prime farmland adjacent to the Little River.
DDeep Creek, Little River Watershed
The land area in this watershed is located on the southwestern side of the
oLittle River. Much of this land area is in forest land or agriculture. Little
River Shores is a small waterfront residential development located just
southeast of Deep Creek. The remaining portions of the waterfront along
the river are undeveloped. The southernmost point of this watershed
contains a portion of Lands End at the Albemarle Sound waterfront.
aThe Natural Area Assessment Map shows submerged aquatic vegetation at
the southern end of the Little River and anadromous fish spawning areas at
Deep Creek and along the upper reaches of the Little River. There are
three relatively small areas of prime farmland located north of Deep Creek.
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aBethel Creek, YeaPim Creek Watershed
(-j The Bethel Creek, Yeopim Creek watershed is located on the northern side
U of the Yeopim River and contains three of the County's largest residential
developments which are Albemarle Plantation, Holiday Island and Snug
D Harbor. This watershed also contains most of Harvey Point and the
community of Bethel. Much of this watershed is either forest land or
agriculture. Other waterfront residential developments include River View
a Park and Bethel Fishing Center. A boat launch facility is available for a fee
at Bethel Fishing Center. Snug Harbor, Holiday Island and Albemarle
Plantation all have marina facilities.
The Natural Area Assessment Map shows that this watershed contains
anadromous fish spawning areas along Frank Creek, Yeopim Creek and the
Yeopim River. Two Natural Heritage Areas are located in the watershed,
one of State significance and one of regional significance. The area also
Q contains five areas of prime farmland, four of which are located adjacent to
Frank Creek.
QBurnt Mill Creek Watershed
This watershed is located in the western part of the County adjacent to the
a Chowan County line and north of the upper reaches of the Yeopim River.
Land use is predominantly agricultural, with a narrow band of forest land
along the Yeopim River. A railroad line and U.S. 17 highway run through
aa portion of this watershed.
The Natural Area Assessment Map shows one area of prime farmland
asoutheast of U.S. 17.
Goodwin Mill Creek Watershed
This watershed is located on the western side of the County adjacent to the
Chowan County line. This watershed drains into the Perquimans River by
way of Goodwin Mill Creek and its tributaries. The land use is
predominantly agricultural and forest land.
aThe Natural Area Assessment map shows six areas of prime farmland
concentrated primarily along the edge of Goodwin Creek
2. Existing Water Conditions
a Based on the Water Quality Use Classes Map produced by the North
Carolina Division of Coastal Management dated September 29,1997, the
Little River from the Albemarle Sound northwest is classified SC waters, as
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ais Suttons on the east side of the Perquimans River, the upper reaches of
the Perquimans River at Hertford, and the Yeopim River and tributary
northeast of Snug Harbor at the Yeopim River.
A large portion of the Perquimans River south of the 17 Bypass bridge at
Hertford and all of the Albemarle Sound adjacent to Perquimans County
are classified SB 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. F. Coli. Counts • Not to exceed 200 (geometric mean of 5
(No.1100 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:
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):
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Minor Buffer
Law Density Qoion
Requirements
30 fL from surface waters.
Min. Built -upon
Low Density Ootion
Restrictions
30%.
Engineered Controls
N/A.
Min. Residential Lot
Low Density don
Size
1/3 acre.
Controls
Engineered
N/A.
Engineered Control
* Infiltration and detention ponds allowed.
System
* Systems must control runoff from 1.0 inch
of rainfall.
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* Refer to Coastal Stormwater Rules for
specific design information.
aSB
waters have the following characteristics:
Best Uses
* Primary recreation activities such as
swimming, which occur on a frequent or
organized basis;
* plus SC Best Uses
Max. F. Coli. Counts
* Not to exceed 200 (geometric mean of 5
(NoJ100 ml.)
consecutive samples in a 30 day period);
and
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* 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
SB construction and development characteristics include:
Dredge and Fill
Refer to Supplemental Classification, and to the
Activities
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.
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* Refer to the N. C. Division of Land
Resources.*
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Recreational Protected for.
Activities • Swimming, snorkeling, etc.
• Marina development, depending on local
fishery and swimming activities.
• Recreational fishing and water craft.
SB stormwater control (when CAMA Major Development or Sedimentation and Erosion
Control Permits are required):
Min. Buffer
Requirements
Min. Built -upon
Restrictions
Min. Residential Lot
Size
Low Density QpAon
30 ft. from surface waters
Low Dm tvQgti m
30%
Engineered Controls
N/A
Low Density (Rtion
1/3 acre
Engineered Controls
N/A
Engineered Control • Infiltration and detention ponds allowed.
Systems • Systems must control runoff from 1.0 inch
of rainfall.
• Refer to Coastal Stormwater Rules for
specific design information.
3. Wetlands
The Wetlands Map for Perquimans County produced by the N. C. Division
of Coastal Management and dated September 29, 1997, from the National
Wetlands Inventory, reflects five wetland classifications present in the
County.
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.
This type of swamp is located north of Windfall and two areas in
northeastern section of County in the Perquimans River watershed.
There is one small area southwest of Windfall in the Muddy Creek
Perquimans River watershed and two small areas southeast of a
small tributary off the Little River in the Deep Creek watershed.
b. Bottomland Hardwoods. Seasonally flooded forested or
occasionally scrub/shrub areas usually occurring in floodplains.
Typical species include hickories, oaks (overcup, water, laurel,
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aswamp chestnut), sweet gum, green ash, cottonwoods, willows,
river birch, and occasionally pines; or
Swamp Forest. Riverine and non-riverine forested or scrub/shrub
communities which are semi -permanently flooded, including
a temporarily flooded depressional systems. Typical species include
Taxodium spp., Nyssa spp., Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Acer rubrum
and Carya aquatica.
This type of swamp is located throughout the County, with
significant concentrations along the Perquimans River west of
Hertford, along the upper reaches of the Little River between
Perquimans and Pasquotank County and along tributaries that
empty into the Little River, Perquimans River and Yeopim River.
CC. Hardwood Fla. Poorly drained interstream flats not associated
with rivers or estuaries. Seasonally saturated by high water table or
poor drainage. Species vary greatly but often include Liquidambar
styraciflua and Acer rubrum.
This swamp type is also found throughout the County, with larger
areas concentrated at the upper reaches of two tributaries on the
northern side of the Perquimans River. Isolated areas of hardwood
flat swamps are found between the Yeopim River and U.S. 17
highway and throughout portions of the northeastern part of the
aCounty.
d. 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
asystems.
There are two areas of the County where this type of pine flat
Dswamp occurs. The first is on the western side of the Perquimans
River north of Hertford. The second small area is located north of
the Yeopim River and west of the tributary between Snug Harbor
and Albemarle Plantation.
e. Managed Pinelands. Seasonally saturated, managed pine forests
(usually Pinus taeda) occurring on hydric soils.
n Managed pinelands are found throughout the County with the
u largest concentration being in the western part of the County near
the Chowan County line and northwest of U.S. 17 and west of
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aHertford. The other major concentrations are located in the
southeastern part of the County between the Perquimans River and
Yeopim River.
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 Perquimans County produced by the N. C.
Division of Coastal Management dated September 19,1997, reflects
several areas of the County with anadromous fish spawning areas. These
areas are identified as important fisheries habitats (spawning and nursery
areas), and are especially sensitive to activities within them and changes in
a 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
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 Little River
northwest of the Southern Shores development. They are also found along
both sides of the Perquimans River from west of the Perquimans Business
D Center site to the upper reaches of the Perquimans River and along both
sides of the Yeopim River and the large tributary north of Snug Harbor. A
small area is also located along Sutton Creek on the north side of the
aPerquimans River.
5. Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW)
There are no Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) located within
Perquimans County.
D6. Shellfish Beds
There are no shellfish beds located within Perquimans County.
0 7. Submerged Aquatic Vegetation
The network of leaves, stems and roots in a bed of submerged aquatic
a 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
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afor more SAV growth. However, if too much sediment is deposited, SAV
(� may be smothered.
LJ 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
Dare largely dependent on the presence of SAV and the vast amounts of fish
and wildlife it supports.
aLight is necessary for 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,
a industrial discharges, and agricultural runoff. Treated wastewater often
contains elevated levels of phosphorus and nitrogen, which promote algal
growth. Agricultural runoff not only adds nutrients but also herbicides,
a 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.
OOther 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.
a Based on the Sensitive Habitat Map, SAV's are located at the eastern tip of
Perquimans County between the Little River and Perquimans River. They
are also found along much of the northern and southern edge of the
aPerquimans River.
8. Natural Heritage Protection Sites
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The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program of the Division of Parks and
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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
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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
aits
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
aanimals
and are key resources for recreation.
The global and statewide rarity of these elements determine a site's priority
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
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sites contain similar ecological resources that are among the highest quality
occurrences in North Carolina. There may be better quality representations
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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
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which are among the outstanding examples in their geographic region of
the State.
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Natural Heritage priority areas with State significance are located adjacent
to the Perquimans River and northwest of the Wildlife Boat Access site.
The largest site of State significance is located along the tributary leading
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into the Albemarle Sound and east of Holiday Island.
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The site with regional significance is located north of Snug Harbor west of
tributary flowing to the Yeopim River and Albemarle Sound.
9. Major Platted Subdivisions Not Yet Developed
Based on information provided by the County Manager, there are no major
platted subdivisions not yet developed in Perquimans County. The
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Manager did have one approved subdivision that would contain three lots
on a cul-de-sac.
10. Significant Land Use Compatibility Problems
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Perquimans County continues to remain a predominantly rural county with
extensive farming operations and managed timber operations throughout
a the County. As more people move into new subdivisions being approved
throughout the County, the owners of farm operations are finding more
and more concerns being raised about the conflict between residential
a development and normal farm operations and their associated smells and
sounds.
Another issue raised during the public information meeting on March 10,
1998, was concern with the number of towers being constructed in the
County in what, in most cases, is a very rural setting, to provide cellular
aphone service.
O Another issue raised during public meetings was the lack of County zoning
which creates conditions that allow incompatible uses such as auto repair
shops or other uses adjacent to residential subdivisions or residential uses.
At the same time these concerns are being raised, others attending the
public meetings expressed a concern that more growth is needed to create
Q jobs, and thereby the opportunity for more Perquimans County residents to
prosper.
11. Significant Water Use Compatibility Problems
As discussed in an earlier section, anadromous fish spawning areas, which
a 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. The spawning area north of Snug
Harbor, and water passage to it, could be affected by any change in water
quality that might take place at Snug Harbor Marina. This area is located
ain the Bethel Creek, Yeopim Creek watershed.
Submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) located primarily along the water's
edge on the north and south side of the Perquimans River oxygenates the
water, filters and traps sediments and utilizes excess nutrients such as
O nitrogen and phosphorus in the water. Future residential growth, plus
excessive agricultural runoff, could have a detrimental affect on SAV
growth. The two areas of SAV are located on the edge of the Perquimans
a River in the Muddy Creek, Perquimans River and Perquimans River
watershed areas.
a 12. Significant Problems that have Resulted"from Unplanned
Development and that have Implications for Future Land Use, Water
Use or Water Quality
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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
Based on the Wetlands Map produced by the N. C. Division of Coastal
Management dated September 29, 1997, three large areas in the
northeastern part of the County near the Pasquotank County line have been
cleared of hardwood flats. This clearing of hardwoods has eliminated
natural habitat for species of birds and other animals and water storage
areas. The intended use is not certain, but most likely would be to expand
agricultural operations in this very rural part of the County.
The only significant expansion of an existing subdivision noted during the
land use windshield survey process was at Mathews Acres located on the
northern side of the Perquimans River. This expansion of the subdivision is
on land adjacent to submerged aquatic vegetation. Albemarle Plantation
and the Albemarle Plantation Marina will continue to grow in number of
homes and number of boats used by homeowners.
The proposed Perquimans Commerce Centre planned for a large tract of
land along the southern side of the Perquimans River and east of Hertford
will most likely create a major change in land use from agriculture and
wooded areas to building sites with required roads, drainage, utilities and
impervious surfaces for parking and service centers.
14. Significant Water Quality Conditions and the Connection Between
Land Use and Water Quality
As discussed in an earlier section of the Plan, Perquimans County has two
water quality classifications which are SC and SB. 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, spawning areas and
submerged aquatic vegetation that is important to maintaining water
quality, future sound- and riverside development must be sensitive to water
quality by construction of low density development with required detention
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pond facilities to reduce sediments running directly into the rivers and
sounds.
C. Current Plans, Policies and Regulations
Q1. Transportation Plans
Based on a January, 1997, report called Status of Thoroughfare Planning,
aNC DOT Statewide Planning Branch, Perquimans County does not have an
approved thoroughfare plan. The widening of U.S. 17 through Perquimans
County has been on the State Transportation Improvement Plan (TIP) and
ais now nearing completion.
a2. Community Facilities Plans
Perquimans County does not have an adopted Community Facilities Plan.
3. Water Supply Plans
O The engineering firm of Diehl and Phillips, PA, continues to work with
Perquimans County on water supply system plans. The County presently
has water distribution lines serving 90% of the paved roads in the County.
4. Solid Waste Plans
a Perquimans County currently disposes 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.
a5. Utility Extension Policy
Perquimans County has a water system that provides water to residents and
Qbusinesses located along 90% of the paved roads in the County.
Perquimans County will extend its water lines along State Roads into areas
of the County which meet the County 50150 Water Line Extension Policy.
6. Open Space and Recreation Policy
aPerquimans County does not have a written Open Space and Recreation
Policy. The current Land Use Plan referenced a 1968 report entitled
O Potential for Outdoor Recreation in Perquimans County prepared by the
Soil and Water Conservation Committee. The 1993 Land Use Plan also
referred to a 1971 report entitled The Potential for Outdoor Recreation in
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oPerquimans County, also prepared by the County Soil and Water
n Conservation Committee.
U 7. Current Land Use Plan Policy
a The 1993 Perquimans County Land Use Plan adopted by Perquimans
County and the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) is now in effect.
The Plan contains information on the County at that time such as
population, existing land use, review of current County plans and policy,
policy issues and policy statements, and land classification text and map.
The 1993 Land Use Plan will remain in effect until this 1998 Land Use Plan
�} Update is approved locally and by the CRC.
U 8. Zoning Ordinance
0 Perquimans County does not have a Zoning Ordinance.
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9. Subdivision Ordinance
The Perquimans County Subdivision Regulations were adopted by the
County Commissioners on July 1,1990. The regulations include legal
provisions, procedures for review and approval of any subdivision of land
a in the County. The regulations also include design standards and
definitions.
a Article V, Section 501, of the regulations establishes procedure and
requirements for providing waterfront lots for water access to interior lot
owners through common ownership or dedication to the County if the
(� County Commissioners agree to accept and maintain such lots during the
�J preliminary approval process.
(� 10. Floodway Ordinance
U Perquimans County does not have a floodway ordinance.
11. Building Code
Perquimans County has adopted the State Building Code for construction
in the County.
12. Septic Tank Ordinance
a The County Health Department is responsible for review and approval of
septic tanks unless size of proposed system requires State approval.
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13. Historic District Ordinance
County officials have recently appointed an Historic District Committee to
pursue establishment of several historic areas in the County. The County
does not have an Historic District Ordinance.
14. Nuisance Ordinance
aThe County does not have a Nuisance Ordinance.
15. Dune Protection
Per uimans County does not have a Dune Protection Ordinance.
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16. Wetland Protection Ordinance
Perquimans County does not have a local Wetland Protection Ordinance.
Protection of wetlands comes under State or federal regulations.
0 17. Sedimentation Ordinance
The County does not have a Sedimentation Ordinance.
18. Environmental Impact Ordinance
aThe County does not have an Environmental Impact Ordinance.
19. Stormwater Management Plan
OPerquimans County does not have a Stormwater Management Plan. If and
when such an ordinance is required, the Soil Conservation Service will
Dprovide assistance to prepare it.
20. Mobile Home Park Ordinance
The Mobile Home Park Ordinance for Perquimans County was adopted
July,1987. The ordinance contains general provisions, definitions,
registration permit, applicability of ordinance and specifications for mobile
home parks.
Q21. Group Housing/Planned Unit Development (PUD) Policy
The County Subdivision Regulations define a Planned Unit Development
(PUD) as a land development project comprehensively planned as an entity
via a unitary site plan which permits flexibility in building siting, mixtures of
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building types and land uses, recreational areas and usable open spaces and
the preservation of significant natural features. Included within this
definition shall be planned unit residential developments and planned unit
non-residential developments or combination thereof.
Although a PUD is defined on page 35 of the Subdivision Ordinance, there
appears to be no criteria given on which to base a review of PUD layout.
22. Ordinance to Regulate Junkyards and Junked or Abandoned Motor
Vehicles
This ordinance was adopted by the Board of Commissioners on March 6,
1995. The ordinance includes the purpose, definitions and jurisdiction of
the ordinance. It also includes enforcement of regulations to require
removal of junked or abandoned vehicles.
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.
aa. for Hazard Areas
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Man -Made Hazards
Based on the Transportation Features map produced by
aDCM
and dated September 29,1997, there are no public or
private airports in Perquimans County. There are no tank
farms or nuclear power plants located in the County.
EPA regulations require that facilities report certain
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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
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Planning Quantity or a 500 pound threshold (whichever
number is less), as well as any hazardous chemical present
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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
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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 Perquimans
County completing Tier H 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
Lebanon Agricorp Albemarle Street 5191
Winfall, N.C. 27985
Southern States 1107 Ballahack Road 5191
Hertford, N.C. 27944
Trade Mart #34 Church Street Extension 5541
Hertford, N.C. 27944
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 the County. Flooding during
heavy rains or hurricanes would be a natural hazard along
rivers, tributaries and the Albemarle Sound.
i. Septic Tank Limitations
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Of the 35 soil types found in Perquimans County, only five
have moderate or slight limitations for septic tanks, with the
remaining 30 soil types having severe limitations. (See list
of soils in Appendix.) The Septic Suitability of Soils map
produced by DEM and dated September 29,1997, reflects
that much of the County has severe limitations for septic
tanks.
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i. 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.
I Public and Community Supply Wellfields
Perquimans County has four existing wells and one
proposed well clustered in or near Bethel which include the
following:
Well #1
Well #2
Well #3
Long Well
Chappel Well (future)
The County water plant is located east of Winfall on SR
1220. There are five wells located in or near Winfall which
include the following:
Cotton Gin Well
Church Well
Miller Well
Hurdle Well
Field Well
Slopes Exceeding 12%
There are no slopes in Perquimans County exceeding 12%.
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The Lands End section of the County along the Albemarle Sound
historically has experienced high erosion rates due to wind tides.
U f. Watersheds Which Drain into Nutrient Sensitive Waters.
Outstanding Resource Waters, Primary Nursery Areas. High
aQuality Waters or SA Waters
There are no Outstanding Resource Waters, High Quality Waters,
aor SA Waters in Perquimans County. The lower portion of Deep
Creek, Little River watershed at Lands End drains into waters
containing submerged aquatic vegetation. The upper area drains
0 into anadromous fish spawning areas (AFSA). The Perquimans
River watershed and Muddy Creek, Perquimans River watershed
a drain into the Perquimans River, which contains areas with
submerged aquatic vegetation and AFSA areas at the upper end of
the Perquimans River near Hertford and along Sutton Creek on the
0 north side of the Perquimans River.
The Bethel Creek, Yeopim Creek watershed drains into the Yeopim
River which contains AFSA areas along the river's edge and in
0 Frank Creek and Yeopim Creek.
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.
aFinally,
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
a
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.
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i� f A!7i-
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.
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, Perquimans
County 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
Section V, Data Collection and Analysis (Present Conditions) B.3,
contains definitions and locations of each of the four wetland areas
in the County.
Estuarine waters are defined in G.S. 1 13A- 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
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anatural
environments of North Carolina. They support the valuable
commercial and sports fisheries of the coastal area which are
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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
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and reproduce. Of the ten leading species in the commercial catch,
all but one are dependent on the estuary.
aEstuarine
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.
aDevelopment
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
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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 Little
River, Perquimans River up to the U.S. 17 Bypass bridge, the
Yeopim River and its tributaries.
aC.
Public Trust Waters
QPublic
trust areas are all natural bodies of water subject to
measurable lunar tides and lands thereunder to the mean high water
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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
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which the public has rights of navigation; and all waters in
artificially created bodies of water in which the publi
c has acquired
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arights
by prescription, custom, usage, dedication, or any other
means.
Public trust areas for Perquimans County include the Little River
and navigable tributaries, Perquimans River and navigable
tributaries and creeks, Yeopim River and navigable tributaries and
creeks and the Albemarle Sound.
d. Complex Natural Areas
Coastal complex natural areas are defined as lands that support
Dnative
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
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
a
AEC.
There are no known complex natural areas in Perquimans County.
e. Areas that Sustain Remnant S en cies
D 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 Perquimans County that
Osustain remnant species.
f. Areas Containing UnLque Geologic Formations
a Unique coastal geologic formations are defined as sites that contain
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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
Perquimans County.
Og. Scenic and Prominent High Points
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aThere are numerous scenic points throughout the County, but no
known designated prominent high points or scenic points.
0 h. Archaeologic and Historic Sites
Significant coastal historic architectural resources are defined as
districts, 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
consultation with the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC).
Perquimans County has numerous historic structures on the
u
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National Register of Historic Places or on the study list for such
designation. (See Appendix for list.)
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 Perquimans County.
ai.
Natural Heritage 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
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State. Natural areas may be identified because they provide
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important habitat for rare species or because they contain
outstanding examples of the rich natural diversity of this State.
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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
Q
Information System (GIS).
n Natural Heritage Priority Areas with State significance are located
u adjacent to the Perquimans River in the Muddy Creek, Perquimans
River watershed and northwest of the Wildlife Boat Access site.
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aThe largest site of State significance is located along a tributary
leading into the Albemarle Sound and east of Holiday Island in the
aBethel Creek, Yeopim Creek watershed.
A site with regional significance is located north of Snug Harbor
a and west of Frank Creek in the Bethel Creek, Yeopim Creek
watershed.
Oj.
Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
As discussed in Section V.B.4 of the Plan, these spawning areas are
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identified as important fisheries habitat (spawning and nursery
areas). Their significance and location has been discussed in the
a
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, Perquimans
County has prime farmland throughout the County, with
a
concentrations in the northern portion of the Perquimans River and
Muddy Creek, Perquimans River watersheds. Goodwin Mill Creek
watershed on the western edge of the County also contains
substantial areas of prime farmland. The southern portion of Burnt
Mill Creek watershed and areas adjacent to Frank Creek in the
OBethel
Creek, Yeopim Creek watershed contain smaller areas of
prime farmland.
O Specific soils in Perquimans County considered prime farmland
soils can be found in the Appendix under Perquimans County Soil
Characteristics.
Db. Potentially Valuable Mineral Sites
U There are no known mineral sites in Perquimans County.
C. Publicly Owned Forests
There are no known publicly owned forest areas in Perquimans
County.
d. Parks
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There are no State park sites in Perquimans County. There are two
CAMA access areas located on the Perquimans River in Hertford.
e. Fish and Game Lands
aPerq>>irnans
County does not contain any game lands. There is one
Wildlife Commission Boating Access Area 1.2 miles off of SR
1319.
4. Community Services Capacity
a. Wastewater —Management
Wastewater in Perquimans County is handled primarily by
individual septic tanks. As discussed in earlier sections of the Plan,
much of the County's soil is unsuitable for septic tank use without
modifications to the soil. Based on comments made during the
public participation process, citizens of the County are concerned
about protecting water quality and the estuarine waters of the
a
County. For that reason, the County may soon need to seriously
consider development of a central sewer system, while at the same
time putting County zoning in place prior to construction of a
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system to help direct growth.
ab.
Drinking Water &2&
Nearly all of Perquimans County is served by the County water
system. The Water Supply Plan for Perquimans County completed
in 1995 shows the County having seven wells ranging in depth from
77' to 230'. All wells draw water from the Yorktown aquifer. In
1992, the average daily water use for the County was 596,000
gallons per day, with two water treatment plants.
The following table shows the projected population and water use
for 2000 through 2020, as well as the 1992 figures:
a
Average Dav Use
Year &pulation (per million gal.) Peak Day Use*
1992 6,469 .596 .631
2000 6,550 .625 .662
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2010 7,000 .680 .721
2020 7,200 .705 .747
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*A peak factor of 1.06 was multiplied to the average day total to calculate the peak day amount.
Source: Log -in NC (LNC)
The County is nearing completion of a 300,000 gallon elevated
water tank located near Albemarle Plantation. A new water main
has been extended from Bethel water plant to the new elevated
tank. The existing Bethel plant, which has a capacity of 200 gallons
per minute (gpm), will be replaced in one year with a 600 gpm
plant. Two new 400 gpm wells have been added to the Bethel
plant.* The Wi.nfall plant, which is a newer plant, has a capacity of
500 gpm. A new well has been added to this plant.
Following upgrade of the Bethel water plant, the County will be
able to meet its projected water needs well into the future.
The Transportation Features map produced by DCM and dated
September 29,1997, reflects the road network of Perquimans
County. U.S. 17 Bypass is currently being widened to four lanes
which, when completed, will link Perquimans County to
Williamston to the west and the Virginia line to the ease and north
with a four -lane highway. Many of the secondary roads in the
County have been upgraded from dirt to paved roads in recent
years, giving the County a road system that can meet its needs
during the planning period
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.
Table 8
Perquimans County School System
Perquimans County Central School PreK— 2
Hertford Grammar School 3-5
Perquimans County Middle School 6-8
Perquimans County High School 9 —12
Total
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550
550
740
680
Enrollment
Jan.1998
406
458
504
528
1,896
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0 Source: Perquimans County School Administration
(� The existing Perquimans County Central School will be replaced in
u 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.
e. LandAll
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.
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The citizens of Perquimans County are served by the County
Sheriffs Department which has one sheriff, one chief deputy, one
DARE officer and five patrolling officers. The department has
eight cars ranging from 1992 to 1998 models. Deputies work 12-
hour shifts. Additional staff would eliminate need to work 12-hour
shifts and would allow two officers during each shift in northern
and southern part of County. As the County grows, additional
manpower may be needed.
Perquimans County is served by an all -volunteer fire department
with six locations throughout the County. The following table
provides information on each department, which each have a rural
department insurance rating by the North Carolina Department of
Insurance of 9-S.
Table 9
Fire Department Equipment
Belvidere Chapel Hill Class A Pumper
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28 — 30 volunteers
1,000 gal. Tanker
500 gal. Small Pumper
4-Wheel Drive Truck
Bethel
1998 1,200 gal. Pumper/
(; 20 volunteers
1,500 gal. Tanker
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750 gal. Pumper
1,000 gal. Tanker
aDurant!s Neck
1985 750 gal. Pumper
20 volunteers
1988 1,000 gal. Tanker
Equipment Truck
Hertford
19941,500 gal. Pumper/
1,000 gal. Tanker
Two 750 gal. Pumpers
1,250 gal. Tanker
3 Rescue Trucks
Inter -County
1997 1,250 gal. Pumper/
28 volunteers
1,500 gal. Tanker
(Station is 5 years old)
750 gal. Pumper
1,000 gal. Tanker
Rescue Truck
Winfall
19981,250 gal. Pumper/
23 volunteers
1,500 gal. Tanker
(New fire station)
750 gal. Pumper
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1,000 gal. Tanker
Equipment Truck
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The County is currently being served well by the six fire
departments. As the County grows, additional fire departments
may be needed to serve areas like the Albemarle Plantation, Snug
Harbor and Holiday Island area.
Perquimans County has a County Manager, Board of
Commissioners form of government. The County does not have a
County Planner. Administrative facilities are located primarily in
the County Courthouse in Hertford.
VIL ESTIMATED DEMAND
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11,500
11,000
10,500
10,000
9,500
9,000
A. Population and Economy
1. Population Projections/Seasonal Population
Table 10
Perquimans County Population Projections
1990 — 2010
1
1
1990 1995 2000 2005
Source: 1990 Official Census Figure
1991--1995 Population Estimates
2000--2010 Population Projections
(LNQ Office of State Planning
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2010
During the five-year planning period, the Office of State Planning has
projected a year 2000 population of 10,945, which is 295 more people than
1995. By the year 2005, the population is projected to be 11,112, which is
an additional 167 people, or a projected increase of 462 people from 1995
to 2005. This is an average of 46 people per year for the next ten years.
Table 11
Perquimans County Building Permits
1990-1995
G2111710
Single Family
Two Family
3 or 4 Families
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
69
4
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DTotal 294 0 0 30
Source: Log -in NC (LNC)
During the 1990 —1995 period, 294 single family and 30 5 or more family
units were constructed. With a population projection of 46 new people on
Q average per year for the next ten years, a building rate as experienced from
1990 through 1995 will be adequate to handle demand.
Due to the current lack of hotel or motel accommodations in the County,
there is relatively little 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, Perquimans
County citizens wish to retain the rural residential character of the County
while at the same time encouraging more economic growth that would
benefit the community. Citizens are also concerned that future growth be
a directed in such a way that it does not adversely impact the environment or
water quality of adjacent rivers and sound.
3. Foreseeable Social and Economic Change
Perquimans County, the Town of Hertford and Winfall are working jointly
(� to develop a 300-acre business park on the Perquimans River. This effort
�j and promotion of other industrial sites in the County 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.
During public information meetings, interest was expressed by long-time
residents in having an assisted living facility for those that do not want to
continue to maintain large homes but want to remain in the County. Also,
aas communities like Albemarle Plantation, Snug Harbor and Holiday Island
continue to have new retirees, the County population will continue to grow
in the number of older residents.
B. Future Land Needs
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With the large land area available in the County and a small projected growth rate
during the planning period, future land needs should easily be met during the next
five years.
aC.
Demand for Community Facilities and Services
As discussed in earlier sections of the Plan, the County is currently expanding the
aCounty
-wide water system, which should meet all water needs during the five-year
planning period. The Sheriffs Department and volunteer fire department are both
aAlbemarle
serving the County well, but each may need additional manpower if areas like
Plantation continue to grow.
The County school system is completing a new school and renovations and
additions to an existing school, which should be adequate to serve the average
1,900 to 2,000 students per year.
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
Perquimans County. Under CAMA, the overriding issue is that of growth management
while at the same time protecting unique coastal resources. The special resources and
constraints within Perquimans County 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
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Although policies developed under these topics cover most of the local development
issues, in some cases they do not. Under these five policy topics, Perquimans County 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
a they interact with day-to-day activities of Perquimans County. Three areas are affected.
First, the policy statements will regulate the issuance of CAMA minor and major
permitting as required by NCGS-1 13A-1 18 prior to undertaking any development in any
a Area of Environmental Concern. Perquimans County 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
aState's and the local government's stricter standards would become the determining factor
whether a CAMA permit should be issued.
DThe second area of application is that of establishing local policies and regulations which
guide Perquimans County's growth and development. Under North Carolina legislation,
a 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.
DThe final area of application is that of "Consistency Review." Proposals and applications
for state and federal assistance or requests for agency approval of projects are normally
a 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.
aCommunity Vision Statement for Next Five- to Ten -Year Planning Period —The
CAMA land use planning process is intended to help local governments and their citizens
p 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 Perquimans County want
ain the future. The citizens of Perquimans County establish the following vision for the
community for the next five- to ten-year planning period:
aPerquimans County citizens and local officials desire to encourage good economic
growth while, at the same time, protecting the agricultural character and
nenvironmental character of the County.
Prior to establishingPerquimans County policy on issues that affect the area the
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Consultant provided a summary of policy contained in the 1993 Land Use Plan (see
Appendix,1993 Policy Summary) to the Perquimans County 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:
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• AECs
• Soil Limitations
• Flood Plain Development
• Freshwater Swamps, Marshes
• Man -Made Hazards, Nuisances
• Off -Road Recreational Vehicles
• Types and Locations of -industry Desired
• Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
• Types of Urban Growth Patterns Desired
• Commitment to State and Federal Programs in the Area
• Assistance to Channel Maintenance and Beach Renourishment Projects
Q To address these policy issues the Consultant met with the County Manager at the request
of the Planning and Zoning Board to determine possible changes to policy or
implementation. These policy statements were then revised and furnished to the Board for
their review and comment. Specific changes in language were included in bold type, and a
copy can be found in the Appendix.
n Based on the public participation process, it is clear that the majority of property owners
u and residents of Perquimans County want the following for their community over the next
five- to ten-year planning period:
aCounty has need to encourage economic growth.
• County needs to control future growth.
• Concern that County has no zoning to direct future growth.
• Need to protect water quality of rivers, sound and creeks.
• Need for improved drainage and sedimentation and erosion control.
• Historic assets need to be promoted to bring about more economic growth.
The following format was used to address each policy in the plan:
OFindings: A brief summary of the issues, relevant findings and, where
applicable, alternative policy responses.
Previous P Policy statement in 1993 Land Use Plan.
U current Policy: Statement(s) of local government policy are designed to
achieve public objectives related to the issue.
aPolicy Implementation: Method used by Perquimans County to implement policy.
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
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statements. In most instances, the discussion serves to identify a problem or issue.
Previous policy gives a point of reference from the 1993 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 growth and development during the planning period.
Policy implementation is the method the County will use during the planning period to
implement policy.
The following policy is applicable to Perquimans County 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 AECs 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.
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.
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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),
(8) Cat -tail (Typha spp.),
(9) Salt Meadow Grass (Spartina patens),
(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 management 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
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aEstuarine
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
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the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and
in the most current revision of the North Carolina Marine Fisheries
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Regulations for Coastal Waters, codified at 15A NCAC 3Q.0200.
Estuarine waters are the dominant component and bonding element
a
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.
This high productivity associated with the estuary results from its
unique circulation patterns caused by tidal energy, fresh water flow,
a
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,
a
flushes wastes from animal and plant life, cleanses the system of
pollutants, controls salinity, shifts sediments, and mixes the water to
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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
Dnursery
areas.
Secondary benefits include the stimulation of the coastal economy
D
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
aaddition,
there is considerable nonmonetary value associated with
aesthetics, recreation and education.
DThe 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
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Use Standards: Suitable land/water uses shall be those consistent
with the management objectives in Rule .0208 (see Attachment W.
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Highest priority of use shall be allocated to the conservation of
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estuarine waters and its vital components. Second priority of
estuarine waters use shall be given to those types of development
a
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, wharfs,
and mooring pilings. In every instance, the particular location, use
and design characteristics shall be in accord with the general use
Oareas
standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust
described in Rule (Attachment H).
.0208
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C. Public Trust Areas AEC
Public trust areas are all waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the lands
thereunder from the mean high water mark to the seaward limit of
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State jurisdiction; all natural bodies of water subject to measurable
lunar tides and lands thereunder to the mean high water mark; all
D
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
a
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:
a(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,
Q(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
aone public area to another public area.
The public has rights in these areas, including navigation and
a recreation. In addition, these areas support valuable commercial
and sports fisheries, have aesthetic value, and are important
resources for economic development.
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The management objective for public trust areas is to protect public
rights for navigation and recreation and to conserve and manage the
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public trust areas so as to safeguard and perpetuate their biological,
economic and aesthetic value.
aUse
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, wharfs, or marinas are
examples of uses that may be acceptable within public trust areas,
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provided that such uses will not be detrimental to the public 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
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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
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general use standards for coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and
public trust areas.
aUses
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,
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private roads, factories and parking lots are examples of uses that
are not water dependent. Uses that are water dependent may
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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.
Od. Estuarine Shoreline AEC
Estuarine shorelines, although characterized as dry land, are
a 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
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the estuaries, sounds, bays, and brackish waters as set forth in an
agreement adopted by the Wildlife Resources Commission and the
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Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources for a
distance of 75 feet landward.
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Development within estuarine shorelines influences the quality of
estuarine life and is subject to the damaging processes of shore
front erosion and flooding.
aThe
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:
1 All development projects, proposals and designs shall
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substantially preserve and not weaken or eliminate natural
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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
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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
exceed the protection by the 30 percent limitation.
Redevelopment of areas exceeding the 30 percent
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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
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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
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visible siltation within 25 percent of the buffer zone
nearest the land disturbing development.
a(B)
No development project, proposal or design shall
permit an angle for graded slopes or fill which is
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greater than an angle which can be retained by
vegetative cover or other adequate erosion -control
devices or structures.
a(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.
(4) Development shall not have a significant adverse impact on
estuarine resources.
a(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
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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.
(7) Development shall not cause major or irreversible damage
to valuable, documented historic architectural or
archaeological resources.
a(8) Established common-law and statutory public rights of
access to the public trust lands and waters in estuarine areas
a shall not be eliminated or restricted. Development shall not
encroach upon public accessways nor shall it limit the
intended use of the accessways.
aPrevious Policy:
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Current Policy:
Perquimans County will continue to support and enforce, through its
CAMA Minor Permitting capacity, the State policies and permitted
uses in Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC's). Such uses shall be
in accord with the general use standards for coastal wetlands,
estuarine waters, estuarine shorelines, and public trust areas as stated
in 15A NCAC Subchapter 7H.
Implementation:
CAMA Minor Permitting Program. The local CAMA permitting officer
will insure applications are filled out correctly and guidelines are met, and
refer applicants to State CAMA office for major permits.
2. Issue: Soil Limitations
aFindings:
A review of the Perquimans County Soils Report shows a substantial
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percentage of County soils has limitations for septic tank use, building
foundations and road construction. Limitations are characterized by either
high water table, frequent and occasional flooding and a thick clay horizon,
frequently in excess of seven feet, that prevents percolation for septic
systems. One area of the County is characterized as having only slight
limitations to development. This area is located in the western part of the
aCounty
near the Suffolk scarp.
Erosion is not a significant problem in the County due to gentle slope of
most land areas. Slopes generally do not exceed 6% except in areas along
stream and river banks and along the estuarine shore.
Previous Policy:
The County will take steps to minimize development on soils that have
severe limitations and to minimize the hazards associated with development
on these soils.
OCurrent
Policy:
a The County will continue to work with Health Department to
minimize development on soils the Health Department finds to be
unsuitable for development.
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Implementation:
u The County, through its local Health Department, is actively managing an
annual inspection and monitoring of septic systems built on provisional
soils.
The County will continue to enforce Health Department Regulations
concerning the installation of septic systems.
The County will consider alternative systems such as low pressure septic
systems.
a To minimize any hazardous conditions, the County will require that all
developments on soils with severe limitations be built using the most
responsible construction, design, and management techniques possible, and
will continue to require a certified engineered plan for septic system for
approval by the Health Department.
3. Issue: Flood Plain Development
Findings:
The widths of the flood hazard areas in Perquimans County, in general, are
rather narrow when compared to those of other counties in North
Carolina's Coastal Region. For the most part, streams and rivers in
Perquimans County cut relatively deep channels. Stream bank elevations,
even along most of the broad portion of the Perquimans River south of the
"S" Bridge in Hertford, rise steeply to elevations of 6' to 10' above mean
sea level. Wind tides are the most frequent cause of flooding in the
County. Flooding generally occurs along the short, minor tributaries
draining into the Perquimans River and along the northern section of the
Perquimans River north of Hertford.
Even though the flood plains in Perquimans County are not broad,
extensive subdivision and residential construction has occurred in these
flood plain areas, with most having occurred before any flood plains
construction standards were being enforced. The County is now
participating in the regular phase of the National Flood Insurance Program
and is enforcing the FEMA Flood Hazard Area Construction Standards.
During the public participation process, a question was raised about
accuracy of flood maps.
Previous Policy:
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agricultural land management in order to minimize damage to either of
these two vital County economic activities. The County will encourage
developments to set aside these fragile areas for preservation and
protection as passive community open space.
Current Policy:
The County will continue to encourage the use of Best Management
Practices as recommended by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in
both forest and agricultural land management in order to minimize
damage by either of these two vital County economic activities. The
County will encourage developers to set aside these fragile areas for
preservation and protection as passive community open space.
Implementation:
The County will rely on the development regulations it now has in force to
control residential, commercial, and industrial development in these
wetland areas.
The County will amend its Subdivision Regulations to require that
developers submit plans to CAMA or Corps of Engineers for review prior
to local approval if CAMA wetlands or 404 wetlands are located on site.
The County will encourage the local Soil Conservation District to maintain
an ongoing educational program that emphasizes the techniques of Best
Management Practices for forestry and farm management.
5. Issue: Cultural and Historical Resources
Findings:
Perquimans County has over 75 sites that are considered to be of historic
value. Ten of these are listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
There is currently substantial interest in promoting the area's history and
historic sites as a means to increase tourism. (See Appendix for list of
structures or sites on or being considered for the National Register.)
Previous Policy:
The County will consider appointing a Historical Preservation Committee
made up of individuals who have strong interests in this area to assist them
in maldng decisions regarding these valuable County resources.
Current Policy:
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The County will continue to participate in the National Flood Insurance
Program and to enforce the FEMA Flood Hazard Regulations.
Current Policy:
DThe County will continue to participate in the National Flood
Insurance Program and to enforce the FEMA Flood Hazard
Regulations.
aImplementation:
OThe County will request FEMA to review accuracy of flood maps.
a The County will continue to enforce the FEMA Construction Standards in
all identified Flood Hazard Areas.
The County will prevent needless development from occurring in identified
flood plain areas.
The County will require additional elevation monuments to be placed in all
subdivisions.
a4.
Issue: Freshwater Swamps and Marshes
Findings:
Freshwater swamps and marsh lands cover approximately 10% of
Perquimans County. Development in or near these wetland areas located
asouth
of the railroad bridge near Hertford, N.C., is controlled by the
County's subdivision regulations, by Health Department regulations, and by
the CAMA and 404 Wetlands permitting process. Local subdivision
regulations and County -wide Health Department regulations concerning
septic tank installation and placement impose the only development
controls in areas north of the railroad bridge.
The major land use threats to the swamp lands come from erosion and
agricultural runoff. These swamps contain large stands of Bald Cypress
and Gum. The natural nutrient load in these waters is very rich, making
them extremely susceptible to additional nutrient loads caused by the
arunoff.
Previous Policy:
The County will encourage the use of Best Management Practices as
recommended by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in both forest and
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The County will support the efforts of the Historic Preservation
Committee to establish several historic districts now being considered.
Implementation:
aThe County will support efforts to promote historic sites and structures in
Perquimans County.
The Countywill work with DOT in obtaining highway signs directing the
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motoring public to historic areas once established.
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6. Issue: Use of Package
aFindings:
Based on information from the County Health Department, there are no
package treatment plants in use in the County.
Previous Policy:
The County will rely on the permitting activities of the Department of
Health and the Division of Environmental Management to control the
installation, placement, and operation of sewage package treatment plants.
The County will encourage the use of land application type community
systems for its larger subdivision developments.
Current Policy:
The County will rely on the permitting activities of the Department of
Health and the Division of Environmental Management to control the
ainstallation,
placement, and operation of sewage package treatment
plants. The County will encourage the use of land application type
DImplementation:
community systems for its larger subdivision developments.
aThe
County will continue to require a certified engineered plan for any
proposed package treatment plants and State approval as applicable.
7. Issue: Protection of Potable Water Sunoly
n Findings:
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U Protection of potable water supplies is a primary concern in Perquimans
County. The Perquimans County water system draws its water from wells
penetrating the Upper Yorktown Aquifer; therefore, the protection of this
aquifer is important to the provision of adequate and safe drinking water.
Previous Policy:
The County shall cooperate fully with all State and federal agencies to
protect the ground water supplies in the County.
Current Policy:
The County shall cooperate fully with all State and federal agencies to
protect the ground water supplies in the County.
Implementation:
aThe County will rigorously enforce the public facility service requirements
of its Subdivision Regulations and work closely with the District
Department of Health to insure that ground water supplies are not
0 threatened by poor placement or inadequate filtration of septic systems.
This is being checked annually by the County Health Department. Of
n particular concern is the threat caused by septic tank failure.
8. Issue: &
Findings:
Surface run-off from residential areas is not a significant problem in
Perquimans County at this time. The County is primarily rural, with the
only incorporated areas being Hertford and Winfall. The terrain of the
County is generally level.
Residential development pressures have not been severe. Residential
densities are restricted to a maximum of one unit per 15,000 feet. The
amount of development and its densities do not pose any great threat to the
surface waters in the region at this time.
a
Previous Policy:
It shall be the policy of Perquimans County to regulate residential
subdivisions so as to prevent the overburdening of existing waterways and
drainage systems by excessive surface run-off, with particular attention to
a fragile areas of the County.
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aCurrent Policy:
It shall be the policy of Perquimans County to regulate residential
subdivisions so as to prevent the overburdening of existing waterways
and drainage systems by excessive surface run-off, with particular
attention to fragile areas of the County.
9. Issue: Marina, Floating Home Development. and Dry Stack Storage
Findings:
OPerquimans
County currently has two marinas. One marina is located at
Snug Harbor and one at Albemarle Plantation. The Perquimans 20/20
Strategic Planning Committee has discussed developing a marina near
Hertford as a way to aid in promoting tourism in the County. There have
also been discussions of a marina at the new Commerce Centre south of
Hertford. The County will support the location of a marina in Perquimans
County. The County will also support the establishment of dry stack
storage facilities.
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Previous Policy:
a Perquimans County will support the construction of marinas within County
waters. The establishment, of course, will have to comply with all County,
State and federal permitting authorities. The size of the marina must be
a appropriate to the width and depth of body of water on which it is located
and not present a hazard to navigation. Dry stack marinas are also
encouraged.
aCurrent Policy:
aPerquimans
County supports construction of marinas with County
waters if all County, State and federal permits are obtained. The size
Qwater
of the marina must be appropriate to the width and depth of body of
on which it is located and not present a hazard to navigation.
Dry stack marinas are also encouraged
aImplementation:
The County will request the Industrial Development Director to investigate
possible marina as part of Commerce Centre.
10. Issue: Industrial Impact on Fragile Areas
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All manufacturing industries in Perquimans County are currently located in
(� Hertford or Winfall. The County, in cooperation with Hertford and
�J Winfall, is in the early stages of developing a new Commerce Centre
located on the Perquimans River south of Hertford. This site was selected
due to location in relation to highway system, waterfront and utilities which
will be extended from the Town of Hertford.
U Previous Policy:
U The County will work with local industrial development committees to
identify industrial sites that will not negatively affect any of the County's
fragile areas. The County opposes the positioning of any mooring buoys in
a the Perquimans River or its tributaries and opposes the use of mooring
buoys either permanently or temporarily for any but emergency uses.
aCurrent
Policy:
County policy is to develop the new Commerce Centre, while being
sensitive to the land and water environment, to create improved
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economic opportunities for Perquimans County citizens. The County
would support mooring buoys at the Commerce Centre waterfront if
they are an integral part of the Commerce Centre's development.
Implementation:
County Commissioners will continue to encourage the Industrial
Development Commission and Director to develop a Commerce Centre
athat
is sensitive to the environment.
B. Resource Production and Management
1. Issue: Productive Agricultural Lands
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Findings:
Most of the County is suitable for agricultural production. The agricultural
areas with the fewest production limitations, according to soil association
characteristics, occur between Mills Creek and Sutton's Creek and along
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the Perquimans River and its tributary streams and their wetlands.
According to the North Carolina Department of Natural Resources and
Community Development (now N. C. Department of Environment and
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Natural Resources) publication Soil Associations of the Coastal Area
Management Region, almost all soils in Perquimans County have a
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U potential productive capacity rating of 100 bushels of com or 25 bushels of
soybeans or better. Many of these soils require special drainage systems to
achieve this potential, and actually have such systems in place.
Productive farm lands are in great abundance in Perquimans County and, as
yet, have not been seriously threatened by unreasonable or unmanageable
residential or commercial growth.
Prime farmland is also found in abundance through much of the County.
Previous Policy:
Perquimans County does not feel that its productive agricultural lands are
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being threatened by unreasonable or unmanageable urban growth;
however, it shall be the County's policy to encourage land owners to keep
their lands in productive agricultural use.
aCurrent Policy:
Perquimans County's productive agricultural lands are not being
threatened by unreasonable or unmanageable urban growth;
however, it shall be the County's policy to encourage land owners to
keep their lands in productive agricultural use.
Implementation:
The County will encourage continued productive use of agricultural land
by granting preferential tax relief to farmed lands through Land Use Plan
prepared for tax appraiser.
The County will also investigate the possible use of zoning as a means of
protecting and preserving its farm lands.
2. Issue: ,Commercial Forest Land
Findings:
The current Land Use Plan makes reference to the N. C. Forestry Service
statistic that showed 102,000 acres of forest land in Perquimans County.
By 1983, this land decreased to 74,582 acres, with much of this loss
resulting from forest land being cleared for agricultural use. Based on the
Wetlands map produced by DCM dated September 29,1997, this trend
continues. Several large areas of hardwood flats have been or are being
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cleared in the northern part of the County.
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Reforestation, particularly hardwood trees, would provide new habitat for
wildlife, while at the same time add natural buffers if new forested areas
could be placed along existing wetlands, tributaries, creeks and rivers.
Previous Policy:
Perquimans County encourages the use of the most efficient and productive
forestry practices and strongly encourages reforestation as an ongoing
management practice.
Current Policy:
Perquimans County encourages the use of the most efficient and
productive forestry practices and strongly encourages reforestation as
an ongoing management practice. Perquimans County will also
encourage conservation of existing hardwood forests as animal
habitat.
Implementation:
The County will provide land use value tax assessments to property owners
who maintain tracts of productive forest lands in areas with great
development potential. The County will request that the Soil Conservation
Service, Forest Service or Extension Service make information available to
land owners if federal or State programs exist with financial incentives to
put land areas adjacent to water bodies back into productive forests or
protection of existing hardwood forests.
3. Issue: Commercial and Recreational Fishing
Findings:
Recreational fishing is a big tourist attraction for the County. Tournaments
are regularly held from the Hertford dock and attract many out-of-town
visitors. Commercial fishing is also important to the local economy, and
the County desires to support both.
Previous Policy:
The County encourages commercial and recreational fishing in its waters
and will cooperate with other local governments, State and federal agencies
to control pollution of these waters to a condition that commercial and
recreational fishing will increase.
Current Policy:
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The County encourages commercial and recreational fishing in its
waters and will cooperate with other local governments, State and
federal agencies to control pollution of these waters to allow
commercial and recreational fishing to increase.
Implementation:
The County will work with the State Wildlife Commission and the CAMA
Public Beach Access program to provide public boating access for
recreational fishing.
4. Issue: Off Road Recreational Vehicles
Findings:
The current Land Use Plan indicates that off -road vehicles are not an issue
of concern. However, during the land use planning meeting held as part of
the Land Use Plan Update, a citizen expressed concern about off -road
vehicles on farm property and damage to crops.
Previous Policy:
Not an issue.
Current Policy:
County policy will be to regulate unauthorized use of off -road vehicles
on residential and agricultural property.
Implementation:
The County Planning Board, in cooperation with Sheriffs Department, will
review ordinances from other rural and agricultural communities to
determine best approach to regulate use of unauthorized off -road vehicles
on private property.
The Planning Board will prepare and present recommended ordinance, if
appropriate, to County Commissioners for consideration following required
public notice and public hearings.
5. Issue: Residential and Commercial Land_ Development Impact on
Resources
Findings:
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Residential development in Perquimans County occurs most frequently
D along or near the Albemarle Sound and along the Perquimans River south
of the U.S. 17 Bypass.
Most recent commercial development in the County has occurred along the
U.S. 17 Bypass near Hertford. The most serious development impact to
the County's natural resources is the loss of agricultural and forest lands,
and this impact has been minimal.
Developments the size and scope of Albemarle Plantation could cause
serious impacts if not sited in a manner that will be sensitive to fragile
areas.
Previous Policy:
The County will use its regulatory powers to insure that all new
developments are designed in such a way as to avoid any negative impacts
on fragile areas.
aCurrent Policy:
(� The County will use its regulatory powers to insure that all new
u developments are designed in such a way as to avoid any negative
impacts on fragile areas.
Implementation:
a The County will look at utilization of Zoning Map and Zoning Ordinance
to help direct future growth away from prime farmlands and fragile land
and water resources.
C. Economic and Community Development
a1. Issue: Peat or Phosphate Mining Impact on Resources
DFindings:
This is not an issue in Perquimans County.
aPrevious Policy:
No policy required.
Current Policy:
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No policy required.
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2. Issue: Tunes and Location of Industry Desired
QFindings:
OThe
current Land Use Plan has a policy to solicit small, non -water intensive
industry to locate in the County. The current policy was to encourage
industry to locate near existing population centers or along major
transportation routes. Since 1993, the County, in cooperation with the
Towns of Hertford and Winfall, has established the Perquirnans Commerce
Centre located on the Perquimans River just east of Hertford and U.S. 17.
Previous Policy:
aIt
shall be the policy of Perquimans County to actively solicit the location
of small, dry (not water intensive) industry. These industries will be
a
encouraged to locate near existing population concentrations or along
major transportation routes.
In addition, the County opposes the positioning of any mooring buoys in
the Perquimans River or its tributaries and opposes the use of mooring
buoys either permanently or temporarily for any but emergency uses.
Current Policy:
aPerquimans
County, Hertford, Winfall and the Economic
Development Commission Executive Director will work jointly to
develop the Perquimans Commerce Centre as well as other existing
Qlocal
industrial sites. Mooring buoys, if beneficial to the development
of the Commerce Centre, will be allowed if all local, State and federal
permits required can be obtained.
Implementation:
ODetails
on issues such as annexation, utility extension and industrial types
will be resolved.
aThe
Economic Development Commission Executive Director will continue
to market the Commerce Centre.
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3� Issue: Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
Perquimans County is currently in the process of making substantial
improvements to the County water system. Improvements include a new
water plant at Bethel and two new wells with pumping capacity of 400
` gallons and 500 gallons per minute each. Two 1,000,000 gallon water
storage tanks are currently being planned.
These improvements are part of the capital improvements program
discussed in the current Land Use Plan.
The Perquimans County Subdivision Regulations require that all new
subdivisions have public water lines installed to service each lot if water is
�. available within a reasonable distance. The County determines what a
reasonable distance is by considering the size of the development and its
` distance from existing water service.
All new water lines installed on public right-of-way will be dedicated to the
County.
Previous Policy:
The County will make incremental improvements to the water system each
year to keep abreast of demands on the system and will undertake major
improvements to the system when conditions warrant.
Current Policy:
The County will make incremental improvements to the water system
each year to keep abreast of demands on the system and will
undertake major improvements to the system when conditions
warrant.
Implementation:
The County will follow a planned program of improvements to its water
system to keep abreast of system demand and to maintain optimum service
to its customers. Plans include the construction of a new treatment plant
and improvements to existing plants which are currently in progress.
4. Issue: Types of Urban Growth Patterns Desired
Findings:
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Perquimans County is a rural, predominantly agricultural County. The
County has established Subdivision Regulations that contain standards and
requirements for future residential development. The County has also
adopted a Mobile Home Park Ordinance to provide guidance in the
development of future mobile home parks. Currently the County does not
have zoning, which would, if adopted, identify appropriate locations for
residential as well as non-residential land uses in the County.
C At the first public information meeting held on March 10,1998, to discuss
the Land Use Plan Update, a concern was expressed by citizens in
attendance that Perquimans County does not have zoning to help establish
afuture growth patterns. An example was given that a welding shop or
some other commercial'use can currently locate directly adjacent to a
residential use.
As the Countycontinues efforts to encourage development of th
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Commerce Centre and more economic development from promotion of
tourism, the quality and appearance of future development in the County
becomes more important. Establishing County zoning will help urban
growth patterns develop that are desired by County citizens and officials,
rather than allowing a mixture of land uses that may be undesirable in the
future.
Previous Policy:
(� It shall be the policy of Perquimans County to encourage clustered
u residential development on lands considered suitable for such development
by the local Health Department and the Soil Conservation Service. All
future development will conform to the County's Subdivision Regulations
and any other land use regulations in force at the time.
aCurrent
Policy:
To protect the rural quality of life enjoyed in Perquimans County,
and at the same time provide guidance for future residential and non-
residential development, the County may investigate establishing
zoning in all or portions of Perquimans County.
Implementation:
County Commissioners may direct County Manager and County Planning
Board to investigate zoning ordinances from other rural communities for
Dpossible
use in formulating Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map for County.
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County may apply for CAMA planning funds to prepare Zoning Ordinance
and map for consideration.
Planning Board and County Commissioners may hold public meetings and
public hearings to consider County zoning.
5. Issue: Redevelopment of Developed Areas
Findings:
The only areas in the County that can be considered developed are the
Towns of Hertford and Winfall. Hertford has experienced commercial
growth along the U.S. 17 Bypass.
Two of the major waterfront subdivisions in the County, Snug Harbor and
Holiday Island, have numerous platted lots that are too small to use septic
tanks by current State Health Department regulations.
Substandard housing is scattered throughout the County, with the largest
areas of concentration being in the Towns of Winfall and Hertford. This
housing is being addressed through the Community Development Block
Grant Program (CDBG).
Previous Policy:
The County will seek to eliminate substandard housing in the County.
Current Policy:
The County will seek to eliminate substandard housing in the County.
Implementation:
The County will identify the extent and location of substandard housing in
the County and seek State and federal assistance to eliminate substandard
housing.
The County will continue to enforce the N. C. Building Code and the
County Minimum Housing Code as a means to reduce the frequency of
substandard housing.
6. Issue: Commitment to State and Federal Programs in the Area
aFindings:
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It always has been the policy of Perquimans County to cooperate with
State and federal agencies.
Previous Policy:
The County supports the Department of Transportation in its efforts to
four -lane U.S. Highway 17 in Perquimans County and to construct an
Interstate link that will cross Perquimans County connecting Norfolk with
Raleigh.
The County strongly supports the following programs:
Community Development Block Grant
Rural Development Agency
Farmers Home Administration
Soil and Conservation Fund
Current Policy:
Perquimans County will continue to support State and federal
programs that benefit County citizens.
The County strongly supports the following programs:
Community Development Block Grant
Rural Development Agency
RC&D
Soil and Conservation Fund
CAMA Planning and Access Program
Department of Transportation TIP
Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF)
Implementation:
The County will continue to apply for matching grant funds that help
leverage local tax dollars for programs and facilities that benefit County
citizens.
7. Issue: Assistance to Channel Maintenance and Beach Nourishment
Projects
Findings:
Recreational and commercial fishing are an important part of the
Perquimans County economy. Adequate channel maintenance, when
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activities.
Previous Policy:
This is not an issue.
Current Policy:
Perquimans County supports channel maintenance of the Perquimans
River.
Implementation:
None needed.
8. Issue: Energy Facility Siting and Development
Findings:
Perquimans County considers the possibility of an energy facility site
developing in the County to be very remote. Therefore, no policy on this
issue is necessary.
Previous Policy:
This is not an issue.
Current Policy:
This is not an issue.
Implementation:
None needed.
9. Issue: Tourism, Waterfront Access and Estuarine Access
Findings:
Perquimans County does not control any points of access to any beach or
waterfront area. However, there are several private access points and road
ends controlled by the Department of Transportation. Tourism is growing
in significance and many believe, as expressed at public information
meetings, it holds great potential for economic growth.
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The Town of Hertford presents an attractive, picturesque setting that could
be capitalized on if an extensive downtown revitalization and historic
preservation program could be successfully carried out. A Downtown
Revitalization Plan has been prepared, and waterfront improvements are
D ongoing. All approaches to the Town afford scenic views. Waterfront
development is somewhat hampered by the U.S.17 highway bridge, since
the span of the bridge is approximately 35 feet above the river, too low to
Dallow many of the larger vessels to pass under.
There has been recent discussion of developing a marina as part of the
Dplanned Commerce Centre.
Previous Policy:
The County believes that tourism offers great potential as a clean, safe
D economic development strategy and supports those efforts underway by
citizen groups in the County to promote this strategy.
Current Policy:
The County believes that tourism offers great potential as a clean, safe
economic development strategy and supports those efforts underway
by citizen groups in the County to promote this strategy. Perquimans
County will support waterfront redevelopment.
DImplementation:
The County will apply for a grant through the Division of Coastal
Management to study the possibilities of public waterfront access and lend
assistance to local governments in development of public waterfront
access.
10. Issue: Types. Density. Location. Units per Acre of Anticipated
DResidential and Industrial Development and Services Necessary to
Sul2port Su Development
aFindings:
D Development density in Perquimans County is controlled by Health
Department Regulations governing septic tank installations. Generally, the
minimum lot size in the County is 12,000 square feet for lots served by
D public water and community sewer systems,15,000 square feet for lots
served by public water only, and 25,000 square feet for lots not served by
either public water or community sewer. These minimums are based on the
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general characteristics of soils in the County. Specific soil types and
specific sites may require additional land area for proper operation of the
septic systems. If additional land area is required for development, the lot
size minimum usually doubles, requiring 40,000 square feet.
The Towns of Hertford and Winfall, the camping section of Holiday Island
and the newly developed Albemarle Plantation are the only places in
Perquimans County that have public sewage facilities. These are the only
areas in the County where densities could exceed the one dwelling .
unit/15,000 square feet County minimum.
Previous Policy:
The County will encourage high density and industrial development to
locate near Hertford and Winfall where public services and transportation
facilities are more accessible.
Current Policy:
The County will encourage high density residential and industrial
development to locate near Hertford and Winfall where public
services and transportation facilities are more accessible.
aImplementation:
The County will consider the use of zoning regulations to guide higher
density residential and industrial development to areas most suited for these
types of land use.
aD. Continuing Public Participation
aFindings:
The most important aspect of planning for the future of Perquimans County is to
involve the residents in the planning process. To help accomplish this, a Public
Information Meeting was advertised and held on March 10,1998. Approximately
r, 13 citizens of Perquimans County were present.
`r The Consultant opened the meeting by briefly discussing the purpose of the Land
Use Plan Update. He then asked those present the question, '"What would you like
to see happen in Perquimans County during the next five- to ten-year planning
period to make it a better place in which to live?" Each response was written
a down as those present expressed their concerns and desires for the future. (See
Appendix for list of comments, March 10,1998, meeting.) .
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It was apparent from the comments made at the meeting that the main concerns
were about the need for future economic growth, while at the same time protecting
the agricultural heritage of the area and protecting the environment. There were
also concerns raised about guiding future growth and the need for zoning to do
that. There -was discussion about the need to increase tourism in the County to
create more jobs by promoting the County's history and historic sites.
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 Perquimans County residents. As the Plan takes draft
form and is discussed by local officials, citizens will continue to have an
U opportunity to review proposed policy and implementation strategy to accomplish
u these goals and objectives during the five-year planning period prior to the next
land use plan update in 2003.
a Current Policy:
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The Perquimans County Planning Board and Board of Commissioners will
continue to have a policy of including Perquimans County 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 Perquimans County 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 County Manager will review policy implementation with the Board of
a Commissioners at the first meeting in January of each year prior to the next land
use plan update.
E. Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans
The CAMA Land Use Plan guidelines require that each coastal community
Qevaluate 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.
Historically, the major natural disaster threat to the coastal area of North Carolina
has been hurricanes. Accordingly, the Perquimans County Hurricane Evacuation
Plan has been developed to cope with the effects of hurricanes and their
accompanying storm surge.
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The plan provides guidance to government officials, emergency services, and other
agencies within Perquimans County. It outlines specific responsibilities in the
event of a hurricane threat or actual hurricane. The plan was developed in
coordination with interested local, State and federal agencies. The new technology
and "tools" derived through the Eastern North Carolina Hurricane Evacuation
a Study have been incorporated into the plan and should aid decision makers during
times of hurricane threat.
As part of the planning process a Composite Storm Hazard Map has been prepared
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by placing the 100-year flood line from Flood Insurance Maps over the Eisting
Land Use Map. Based on that process, the following developed areas were shown
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be subject to flooding during a 100-year flood event.
(See Composite Storm
Hazard Map for location.)
Location Approximate
Number of Units
Deep Creek
7
Little River Shores
14
Lands End
36
Carolina Shores
30
Long Beach Estates
25
Sueola Beach
12
Camp Perry Road
9
White Hat Road
18
Gates Lane
10
Billy's Beach
14
Mathews Acres
14
Southern Shores
38
Halsey Bay Road
12
Albemarle Plantation
45
Snug Harbour
55
River Riew Park
50
Bethel Fishing Center
9
Belvidere
21
Total number of housing units affected
by 100-year flood (approximate)
419
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Issue: Storm Hazard Mitigation
Findings:
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High Wind
Entire County
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100-year Flood Hazard Area
Coastal Wetlands
Estuarine Shorelines
Wave Actions
Estuarine Shorelines
Erosion
Estuarine Shorelines
The greatest collective damage is from wind damage because the whole
County is affected. Most seriously affected developed areas are those with
property improvements in
flood plain areas. Greatest risk potential is the
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estuarine shoreline.
aPrevious Policy:
It will be the policy of Perquimans County to enforce all controls and
regulations it deems necessary to mitigate the risk of severe storms and
hurricanes to life and property.
Current Policy:
It will be the policy of Perquimans County to enforce all controls and
regulations it deems necessary to mitigate the risk of severe storms
and hurricanes to life and property. Local policy shall be to consider
purchase of damaged property in most hazardous areas if either
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federal or State funds can be secured for such purposes.
Implementation Strategy:
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winds — Perquimans County will follow and support the N. C. State
Building Codes and their requirements regarding design for high winds.
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The County also supports requirements for trailers such as tie -downs that
help reduce wind damage.
nFlooding — Perquimans County will support the hazard mitigation
u elements of the National Flood Insurance Programs. Perquimans County,
which is in the regular phase of this program, supports regulations
Oregarding elevation and flood -proofing of buildings and utilities. The
County also supports CAMA and 404 Wetland Development Permit
aprocesses.
Wave Action and Shoreline Erosion — Perquimans County continues to
a support CAMA permitting procedures concerning the estaurine shoreline.
The County also supports the FEMA regulations concerning elevation and
setback requirements.
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2. Issue: Post -Disaster and Recovery Plan
DFindings:
Perquimans County uses its Disaster Recovery Plan as a general outline of
the procedures the County will follow in the event of a major disaster. The
plan has been developed to provide for an orderly and coordinated
recovery and reconstruction of areas of Perquimans County suffering the
effects of a major disaster. The underlying goals of this plan are to
minimize the hardship to affected residents, to restore and initiate
reconstruction in a timely manner, and to reduce or eliminate any
bottlenecks in securing federal or State disaster assistance.
U The Board of County Commissioners will function as the Perquimans
County Recovery Task Force. The mission of the task force is to direct
D and control recovery activities and to formulate recovery policies as
needed.
O The County Commissioners will designate a Recovery Support Team to
assist in the implementation of this plan. The mission of the support team
is to provide personnel and resources for the implementation of recovery
D activities as directed by the Recovery Task Force. The Support Team will
be composed of the following individuals:
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Perquimans County Manager
Sheriff
Tax Supervisor
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Building Inspector
Social Services Director
County Health Officer
DWater
Service Director
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Previous Policy:
None.
DCurrent
Policy:
Perquimans County will work under the Hurricane Evacuation Plan
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or Emergency Operations Plan for Multi -Hazards to guide post -
disaster repair and reconstruction activities.
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Issue: Evacuation
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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."
Hurricane evacuation involves all areas under County and municipal
jurisdiction. As joint action is required of Perquimans County and the
municipal governments within the County, a joint organization for decision
making and use of resources is needed. For these purposes, a Control
Group has been established. Its mission is to exercise overall direction and
control of hurricane evacuation operations including decisions to institute
County -wide increased readiness conditions and such other actions
necessary to the situation. It is composed of the following individuals:
Chairman of County Commissioners
Perquimans County Manager
Perquimans County Emergency Management Coordinator
Mayor of Hertford
Hertford Emergency Management Coordinator
Mayor of Winfall
Perquimans County Sheriff
Hertford Chief of Police
Fire Marshall
Captain of Rescue Squad
Superintendent of Schools
Director of Social Services
Administrator of Health Department
Register of Deeds
Perquimans County Dispatcher
American Red Cross
Hertford Grammar School
EMS Director
Evacuation Areas. Routes — Evacuation zones delineated in the Eastern
North Carolina Hurricane Evacuation Study recently completed and based
on inundation effects produced by various categories of storms are
identified as Perquimans County Evacuation Zones below:
Zone 1 North Central Perquimans County — All areas along and within
one-half mile of either side of Perquimans River from SR 1212 on
the north to NC 37 in the City of Hertford on the south.
Zone 2 South Central Perquimans County —All areas along and within
one -quarter mile of Perquimans River from the Town of Hertford
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Don the north to Albemarle Sound on the south including areas along
the tributaries of the Perquimans River from SR 1310 on the north
to Albemarle Sound on the south.
Zone 3 Eastern Perquimans County — All areas along and within one -
quarter mile of the Little River from SR 1221 on the north to
Stevenson Point on the south.
D Zone 4 Southern Perquimans County — All areas along and on either side
of Burnt Mill, from NC 37 on the west to Yeopim River on the
east; and all areas along and within one -quarter mile of the Yeopim
DRiver, and along and either side of Yeopim Creek and other
tributaries of Yeopim River.
DEvacuation routes and traffic control points are identified below:
D Evacuation Routes — All residents and visitors to Perquimans County who
wish to evacuate shall be directed to leave the County by one of two
evacuation routes, either Route 1— Highway 37 North to Highway 32 to
QHighway 158, or Route 2 — Highway 17 West.
Traffic Control Points — It is the opinion of the Perquimans County
D Emergency Management Coordinator that no Traffic Control Points will be
needed in Perquimans County during evacuation times.
D Reentry — Upon cancellation of all hurricane warnings and watches which
include Perquimans County and when no major damage has been
experienced, the Control Group Chairman will authorize reentry to
Devacuated areas.
When hurricane damage has occurred, reentry to evacuated areas will be
Dbased upon damage assessments and any rescue or other relief operations
in progress. Reentry will be authorized by the Control Group Chairman to
specific evacuated areas and under conditions specified.
D Direction and control of the reentry operations erations will be coordinated b the
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Previous Policy:
D None.
DCurrent Policy:
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aCounty policy shall be to continue to follow evacuation procedures
outlined in Perquimans County Hurricane Evacuation Plan.
aIX. LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM AND MAP
DA. Developed
1. Purpose
a. 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
G Areas meetingthe intent of the Developed classification are currently urban
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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,
a 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
J they exhibit:
L a density of three or more dwelling units per acre; or
ii. a majority of lots of 15,000 square feet or less, which are provided
or scheduled to be provided with the traditional urban services; or
�} iii. permanent population densities that are high and seasonal
L populations that may swell significantly.
The Developed classification has been used for the Town of Hertford,
Armfall and the planned unit development of Albemarle Plantation.
B. Urban Transition
1. Purpose 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.
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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.
iv. Areas that are predominantly residential meet the intent of this class
if:
(a) they are approaching three dwelling units per acre, or
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(b) a majority of the lots are 15,000 square feet or less and will
be provided with essential urban services to support this
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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. Two small areas north and west
of Winfall have been designated as Urban Transition areas.
C. Limited Transition
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Purpose
The purpose of the Limited Transition class is to provide for development
in areas that will have some services, but are suitable for lower densities
than those associated with the Urban Transition class, or are geographically
aremote
from existing towns and municipalities.
2. Description and Characteristics
aAreas
meeting the intent of this class will experience increased
development during the planning period. they will be in a state of
development necessitating some municipal type services. These areas are
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of modest densities and often suitable for the provision of closed water
systems rather than individual wells.
i. Areas classified Limited Transition will provide controlled
development with services, but may not be on lands that are
suitable for traditional high intensity urban development normally
associated with sewers or other services. These may be lands with
physical limitations or areas near valuable estuarine waters or other
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fragile natural systems. Sewers and other services may be provided
because such services are already in the area or readily available
nearby, because the lands are unsuitable for septic tanks or the
cumulative impact of septic tanks may negatively impact significant
public resources. Self-contained, large, retirement/vacation
developments in otherwise rural areas would meet the intent of this
class.
u. The Limited Transition class is intended for predominantly
residential development with densities of three units per acre or
less, or where the majority of lots are 15,000 square feet or greater.
In many areas, lower densities may be necessary and should be
discussed. Clustering or development associated with Planned Unit
Developments may be appropriate in the Limited Transition class.
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iii. Areas which meet the definition of the Conservation class should
not be classified Limited Transition.
iv. Due to its very nature, the Limited Transition land classification
may be controversial. As such, if a local government chooses to
use this class, it shall describe the circumstances making this
classification necessary and shall also describe how this class will
help the local government achieve both its economic development
and natural resources protection policies. This discussion shall
include statements as to why lands included in this classification are
appropriate for development which necessitates the provision of
services.
The County has designated Snug Harbor and Holiday Island, which each
have densities over three units per acre, as Limited Transition areas.
D. Community
1. Purpose
Q The purpose of the Community class is to provide for clustered, mixed land
uses at low densities to help meet the housing, shopping, employment and
other needs in rural counties.
a2. Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of the Community class are presently developed at
low densities which are suitable for private septic tank use. These areas are
clustered residential or commercial land uses which provide both low
intensity shopping and housing opportunities and provide a local social
sense of a "community." These communities are generally small and some
are not incorporated. Very limited municipal type services such as fire
aprotection and community water may be available, but municipal type
sewer systems are not to be provided as a catalyst for future development.
In some unusual cases sewer systems may be possible, but only to correct
an existing or projected public health hazard. Areas developed in a low
density fashion in small, dispersed clusters in a larger rural county
landscape with very limited or no water and sewer services meet the intent
aof this class.
a In Perquimans County, the areas designated as community are all existing
crossroads communities that exhibit clustering and mixed land uses. This is
essentially all land areas with more than three adjacent minimum -sized lots
a of record and historical communities associated with remote country stores
or churches and residential uses that exhibit the appearance of clustering.
The minimum lot size in the County is 15,000 square feet if served by
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apublic water and 25,000 square feet if an on -site water supply is used.
Specific communities include Belvidere, Woodville; New Hope and Bethel
E. Rural with Services
a1. Purpose
The Rural with Services class is to provide for very low density land uses
including residential use where limited water services are provided in order
to avert an existing or projected health problem. Development within this
class should be low intensity in order to maintain a rural character. Rural
Qwater systems, such as those funded by Farmers Home Administration, are
or may be available in these areas due to the need to avert poor water
quality problems. These systems, however, should be designed to serve a
alimited number of customers and should not serve as a catalyst for future
higher intensity development.
2. Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of this class are appropriate for very low intensity
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residential uses, where lot sizes are large, and where the provision of
services will not disrupt the primary rural character of the landscape.
Private wells and septic tank services may exist, but most development is
supported by a closed water system. Other services such as sheriff
protection and rural or volunteer fire protection and emergency rescue,
etc., may also be available.
All County lands not designated as Conservation, Urban Transition,
Limited Transition or Community are designated as Rural with Services.
The County has provided public water service, generally, to all areas of the
County. Perquimans County will extend its water lines along State Roads
into areas of the County which meet the County 50150 Water Line
Extension Policy.
F. Conservation
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1. Purpose
The purpose of the Conservation class is to provide for the effective Ion -
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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
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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;
ii. other similar lands, environmentally significant because of their
anatural 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
Oprobability of providing wildlife habitat, forest lands that are
essentially undeveloped and lands which otherwise contain
significant productive, natural, scenic, cultural or recreational
resources.
In Perquimans County, Conservation areas include all areas of
environmental concern designated by CAMA, which include estuarine
waters, estuarine shorelines, coastal wetlands and public trust waters; all
a404 wetlands; and all areas below the 100-year flood elevation.
X. INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION AND IMPLEMENTATION
aFollowing approval of the Public Participation Plan, a copy of the plan with meeting dates
was published in the local newspaper. On February 19, the County Manager sent a memo
and meeting schedule to the Towns of Hertford and Winfall with a request to attend public
meetings if possible. The same notice was also sent to 34 civic and service groups (see
attached list). The Town Manager of Hertford attended the first public information
meeting held on March 10,1998, by the Perquimans County Planning Board.
In an effort to ensure intergovernmental coordination, a copy of the draft plan and
{� executive summary have been made available for public review at the County Manager's
u office and at the Public Library in Hertford.
XL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
a The Public Participation Plan was prepared and approved by the Perquimans County
Commissioners in February, 1998. (See Appendix for copy of plan.) The County placed
an ad in the local newspaper outlining public meetings at which the plan would be
discussed. Notification of public meetings was also mailed to the Town of Hertford and
Winfall and over 30 civic and service organizations in the County.
At the first meeting held on March 10,1998, a total of 13 citizens attended. At that
meeting and the meeting held April 14, citizens were given the opportunity to discuss
issues of concern to them which were incorporated into the plan update.. See Appendix
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for list of citizens in attendance at the March 10, 1998, public meeting. Each subsequent
meeting at which the plan was discussed was open to the public.
On June 6, the Planning Board reviewed current plan policy and recommended changes
based on public input. On August 11,1998, a joint meeting of the Planning Board and the
D County Commissioners was held to review the draft document, policy and land
classification map, for purposes of identifying any possible changes in data collection,
data, policy section or land classification portions of the plan.
A public meeting scheduled on September 8 to review the plan and for Commissioners to
approve the plan for submittal to CRC will be held. Subsequent public meetings will be
scheduled to discuss any CRC comments before holding a final public hearing for local
adoption prior to sending to CRC for plan certification.
R
III
I
0
I
0
I
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7
7
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7
it
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Perquimans County
Building Permits
a
1990
Residential
a
Single
Two
3 and 4
5 or more
Family
Family
Family
Family
Perquimans County Total
Built
50
0
0
0
-Demolished
0
0
0
0
50
0
0
0
a
1991
Residential
Single
Two
3 and 4
5 or more
Family
Family
Family
Family
Perquimans County Total
Built
.32
0
0
0
-Demolished
0
0
0
0
a
32
0
0
0
1992
Residential
Single
Two
3 and 4
5 or more
Family
Family
Family
Family
Perquimans County Total
Built
39
0
0
0
-Demolished
0
0
0
0
a
3s
o
0
0
1993
Residential
a
Single
Two
3 and 4
5 or more
Family
Family
Family
Family
Perquimans County Total
Built
67
0
0
6
-Demolished
0
0
0
0
67
0
0
6
1994
Residential
Single
Two
3 and 4
5 or more
Family
Family
Family
Family
Perquimans County Total
Built
37
0
0
24
-Demolished
0
0
0
0
a
37
0
0
24
1995
Residential
Single
Two
3 and 4
5 or more
Family
Family
Family
Family
Perquimans County Total
Built
69
0
0
0
-Demolished
0
0
0
0
a
69
0
0
0
Source: Log -In North Carolina (LINC), Office
of State Planning,
1997
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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
** 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
Village of Belvidere
Hertford NC 27944
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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 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:
NR# SS#:PQ 39 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List: 4
Chappell Hill Baptist Church
Chappell Hill Baptist Church
07/08/82
E side SR 1002 .3 mi N jct SR 1117
Route.i
Belvidere
Tyner NC 27980
Conditn:
NR# SS#: LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 4
Church of the Holy Trinity
04/10/97
Hertford
Conditn:
NR# SS#:PQ 44 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List: 4
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:
NR# SS#:PQ 47 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List: 4
Ralph Coston House
Mrs. Naomi Forehand
07/08/82
307 Market Street
Route One, Box 125
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
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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# 324 SS#:PQ 2 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List: 1
Cove Grove
Mrs. Elizabeth S. Jethro et al
10/17/73
03/15/74
08/07/74
SW. of jct. of SR 1301.and SR 1302
Route 3, Box 19
Parkville Township
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 62 LOCAL STATUS: Date:' /
/
Joseph Evans Smokehouse and House
Mr. Joseph A. Winslow
07/08/82
N side SR 1215 at jct w/ SR 1216
Route Two
Parkville
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 65 LOCAL STATUS: Date: /
/
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:
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
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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 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:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 76 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
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:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 77 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
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:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 83 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
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:
List:
4
NR# SS#:PQ 334 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/
/
Mayor
Town of Hertford
Hertford Historic District
The Honorable Bill Cox
10/17/77
Hertford Town Office
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
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Property/HD.Name
Town/vicinity
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information
r
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
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
Belvidere vic.
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
NR# 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:
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NR Number /.Survey Site Number
Owner Information
SPRC-SL
NOMdate
LISTdate
Property/HD Name
SPRC-NR
RECdate
DOEdate
Town/vicinity
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:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 120 LOCAL
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:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 129 LOCAL
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:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 134 LOCAL
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:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 139 LOCAL
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
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Property/HD Name SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
Town/vicinity REMOVED
NR# ill 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
Hertford vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 156 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
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, Front StFeet
Hertford vic.
Hertford NC 27944
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Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
NR# SS#:PQ 164 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Timothy Nicholson House
W side SR 1111 .75 mi S jct SR 1118
Belvidere vic.
PERQUIMANS COUNTY
NATIONAL REGISTER AND STUDY LIST ENTRIES
LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
Owner Information
Mr. Paul E. Byrum -
Route Two, Box 76
Hertford NC 27944.
NR# SS#:PQ 166 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Francis Nixon House
Mr. William Nixon
S side SR 1300 .4 mi W jct SR 1301
Route•Four, Box 24
Parkville vic.
Hertford NC 27944
NR# SS#:PQ 168 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Jordan Nixon House
Mr. Tallue N. Holly
NE side SR 1115 1.1 mi NW jct SR 1114
55 Winans Avenue
Hertford vic.
Newark NJ 07108
NR# 302 SS#:PQ 6 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Samuel Nixon House
Mr. and Mrs. Josiah Smith
End of SR 1121 on Perquimans River
Route 2, Box 122
Parkville Township
Hertford NC 27944
NR# SS#:PQ 170 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Thomas Nixon House
Mrs. Marjorie Oakley
S side NC 17 .35 mi E jct 1301
314 N. Church Street
Parkville vic.
Hertford NC 27944
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
List: 4
07/08/82
Conditn:
List: 4
07/08/82
Conditn:
List:
4
07/08/82
Conditn:
List:
1
04/16/71
09/05/78
10/15/73
Conditn:
List:
4
07/08/82
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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 173 LOCAL STATUS: Date: /
/
List: 4
Oak Grove School
Mrs. Hatie Symons
07/08/82
E side SR 1224 .25 mi S jct SR 1221
Route Two
Parkville vic.
Elizabeth City NC 27909
Conditn:
NR# 1853 SS#:PQ 471 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List: 1
Old Neck Historic District
/ /
07/23/96
09/06/96
Bounded by US Hwy 17,SR 1300,Suttons Crk & Perquimans
07/11/96
07/26/96
Riv
Conditn:
Hertford, NC
NR# SS#:PQ 178 LOCAL STATUS: Date: /
/
List: 4
John Parker House
Mrs. Hattie R. Parker
07/08/82
E side SR 1225, 0.6 mi N jct w/ SR 1226
Route Three, Box'268
Parkville
Hertford'NC 27944
Conditn:.
NR# SS#:PQ 180 LOCAL STATUS: Date: /
/
List: 4
(Ben Hobbs Property) Pasquotank Log House
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 ELIZ CITY)
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
NR# 1469 SS#:PQ 7 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
Chairman
List: 1
Perquimans County Board of Comissioners
Perquimans County Courthouse
The Honorable Lester Simpson
05/23/77
12/07/78
05/10/79
Market Street
Hertford
Hertford NC 27944
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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:
NR# SS#:PQ 187 LOCAL STATUS:
Date:
/ /
List: 4
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:
/ /
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.
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
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LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
NR# SS#:PQ 199 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Wilson Reed Smokehouse (Ben Hobbs Prop.)
NW side SR 1339 .25 mi NE jct SR 1340
Bethel (MOVED FROM HERTFORD)
NR# SS#:PQ 202 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Burwell S. Riddick House
W side SR 1204 at jct SR 1001
Belvidere vic.
NR# SS#:PQ 205 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Robert Riddick House
.W side SR 1205 .1 mi NW jct SR 1204
Belvidere vic.
NR# SS#:PQ 206 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
List:
4
Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs
07/08/82
Route One, Box 143-A
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List:
4
Mr. Percy L. Winslow
07/08/82
Route One
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
Mr. J. Quincy Riddick
07/08/82
Route One
Belvidere NC 27919
Conditn:
List:
4
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:
Liat:
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.
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LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
NR# SS#:PQ 226 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Edmund Blount Skinner Lock Room (Ben Hobbs Prop.) Mr. Benjamin C. Hobbs•
NW side SR 1339 .25 mi NE jct SR 1340 Route One, Box 143-A
Bethel Hertford NC 27944
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
List: 4
07/08/82
Conditn:
NR# 321 SS#:PQ 8 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
/ /
List: 1
Stockton
Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Rountree
09/19/69
11/28/73
06/07/74
W. side SR 1329, 1.5 mi. S. of
Woodville
Route 3
/ /
12/03/73
New Hope Township
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 241 LOCAL STATUS:
Date: /
/
Sumnerville
Mr. Melvin Eure
07/08/82
N side SR 1300 .15 mi N jct SR
1309
Route 3
New Hope vic.
Hertford KC•27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 242 LOCAL STATUS:
Date: /
/
Laura E. Sutton House
Mr. Calvin C. Godfrey
07/08/82
N side SR 1300 .3 mi SE jct SR
1316
Route Three
New Hope vic.
Hertford NC 27944
Conditn:
List: 4
NR# SS#:PQ 243 LOCAL STATUS:
Date: /
/
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
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LOCAL LANDMARK/DISTRICT DESIGNATIONS
NR Number / Survey Site Number Owner Information
Property/HD Name
Town/vicinity
NR# 335 SS#:PQ 9 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
Sutton -Newby House
SW. of jct. of SR 1300 and SR 1303
New Hope Township
NR# SS#:PQ 253 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
.W
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
List: 1
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde L. Russell 10/29/71 05/08/74 09/10/74
Route :3 ' / /
Hertford NC 27944 Conditn:
List: 4
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:
NR# SS#:PQ 262 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 4
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:
NR# SS#:PQ 270 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 4
Charles Frank White House
09/19/69
End of'SR 1212 2.75 mi NW jct SR 1001
Harvey's Neck
Conditn:
NR# 602 SS#:PQ 10 LOCAL STATUS: Date: / /
List: 1
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:
/
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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 278 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
John White House
SW side NC 37 at jct SR 1001
Vic. unknown
List: 4
Clinton Winslow; Jr. 07/08/82
One, Box 52
John O. 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
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:
NR# SS#:PQ 285 LOCAL
STATUS: Date:
/
/
List:
4
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:
NR# SS#:PQ 289 LOCAL
STATUS: Date:
/
/
List:
4
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:
/
/

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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# SS#:PQ 294 LOCAL STATUS: Date:
SPRC-SL NOMdate LISTdate
SPRC-NR RECdate DOEdate
REMOVED
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 1001
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 One, Box 3
Belvidere vic.
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:
/
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Perquimans County
QSoil
Characteristics
SYMBOL
NAME
SEPTIC
FARMLAND
aAaA
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
U
BoA
Bojac loamy fine sand
Moderate
CaB
Cainhoy fine sand
Severe
aCf
Cape Fear loam
Severe
Ch
Chapanoke silt loam
Severe
Prime Farmland (where drained)
CO
Chowan silt loam
Severe
QCtB
Conetoe loamy sand
Slight
DgA
Dogue fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
DgB
Dogue fine sandy loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
oDO
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
u
StB
State loamy fine sand
Moderate
Prime Farmland
SuA
State - Urban land complex
Moderate
a
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
Q
YeA
Yeopim loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
YeB
Yeopim loam
Severe
Prime Farmland
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Effectiveness Evaluation of
1993 Perquimans County Land Use Plan Update
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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 County officials determined whether the policy had been implemented since
1993 and whether the policy was sufficient as currently written. Problems with
Oimplementation and effectiveness are noted below.
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Implemented
as Cited
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Yes
No. Why Not?
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Needs Improvement
1. Soil limitations
p.33
x
X
2. Flood plain development
. 33
x
x
3. Septic tank limitations
P. 34
x
x
4. Freshwater swamps, marshes
p. 36
x
x
5. Cultural and historic
p. 36
x
x
resources
6. Man-made hazards,
p. 37
x
x
nuisances
7. Use of package treatment
p. 38
x
x
plants
8. Protection of potable water
p. 39
x
x
supply
9. Stormwater runoff,
p. 39
x
x
residential development
10. Marinas, floating home
p. 40
x
x
development, dry stack
storage
11. Industrial impact on fragile
areas
p. 40
x
x
12. Productive agricultural lands
p. 42
x
x
13. Commercial forest land
p. 42
x
x
14. Commercial, recreational
p. 43
x
x
fishing
15. Existing and potential
p. 43
x
Not an issue
x
mineral production
16.Off-road recreational
p. 44
Not addressed
x
vehicles
17. Residential, commercial land
P. 44
x
x
development impact on any
resource
18. Industrial development
p. 46
x
x
impact on any resource
19. Peat or phosphate mining
p. 46
x
Not an issue
x
impact on any resource
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20. Types and location of
p. 47
x
x
industry desired
21. Local commitment to
p. 47
x
x
provide
services to development
22. Types of urban growth
p. 48
x
x
patterns desired
23. Redevelopment of developed
areas
p. 49
x
x
24. Commitment to State and
p. 49
x
x
federal programs in the area
25. Assistance to channel
p. 50
Not addressed in
x
maintenance and beach
current plan
renourishment projects
26. Energy facility siting and
p. 50
x
Not an issue
x
development
27. Tourism, waterfront access,
p. 50
x
x
estuarine access
28. Types, density, location,
p. 51
x
x
units per acre of anticipated
residential development and
services necessary to support
such development
29. Mitigation of storm damage
p. 54
x
x
from high winds, flooding,
wave action, erosion
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O1998
PERQUIMANS COUNTY LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
Policy Issues that Need Improvement
A review of current Land Use Plan policy revealed that the following current policy
Ostatements
need improvement:
1. Soil Limitations
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2. Flood Plain Development
3. Septic Tank Limitations
4. Freshwater Swamps, Marshes
6. Man -Made Hazards, Nuisances
16.Off-Road Recreational Vehicles
20. Types and Locations of Industry Desired
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21. Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
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22. Types of Urban Growth Patterns Desired
24. Commitment to State and Federal Programs in the Area
25. Assistance to Channel Maintenance and Beach Renourishment Projects
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1. Issue: Soil Limitations
Findings:
aA
review of the Perquimans County Soils Report shows a substantial
percentage of County soils has limitations for septic tank use, building
a
foundations and road construction. Limitations are characterized by either
high water table, frequent and occasional flooding and a thick clay horizon,
frequently in excess of seven feet, that prevents percolation for septic systems.
a
One area of the County is characterized as having only slight limitations to
development. This area is located in the western part of the County near the
Suffolk scarp.
Erosion is not a significant problem in the County due to grentle slope of most
land areas. Slopes generally do not exceed 6% except in areas along stream and
Driver
banks and along the estuarine shore.
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Previous Policy:
The Countywill take steps to minimize development on soils that have severe
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Osoils.
limitations and to minimize the hazards associated with.development on these
QCurrent Policy:
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The County will continue to work with Health Department to minimize
development on soils the Health Department finds to be unsuitable for
development.
Implementation:
aThe County, through its local Health Department, is actively managing an annual
inspection and monitoring of septic systems built on provisional soils.
The County will continue to enforce Health Department Regulations concerning
the installation of septic systems.
The County will consider alternative systems such as low pressure septic
�i systems.
`-' To minimize any hazardous conditions, the County will require that all
developments on soils with severe limitations be built using the most responsible
construction, design, and management techniques possible, and will continue to
require a certified engineered plan for septic system for approval by the
Health Department.
2. Issue: Flood Plain Development
Findings:
a The widths of the flood hazard areas in Perquimans County, in general, are rather
narrow when compared to those of other counties in North Carolina's Coastal
Region. For the most part, streams and rivers in Perquimans County cut relatively
a deep channels. Stream bank elevations, even along most of the broad portion of
the Perquimans River south of the "S" Bridge in Hertford, rise steeply to
elevations of 6' to 10' above mean sea level. Wind tides are the most frequent
cause of flooding in the County. Flooding generally occurs along the short, minor
tributaries draining into the Perquimans River and along the northern section of the
Perquimans River north of Hertford.
Even though the flood plains in Perquimans County are not broad, extensive
subdivision and residential construction has occurred in these flood plain areas,
with most having occurred before any flood plains construction standards were
being enforced. The County is now participating in the regular phase of the
National Flood Insurance Program and is enforcing the FEMA Flood Hazard Area
Construction Standards. During the public participation process, a question
was raised about accuracy of flood maps.
Previous Policy:

aThe County will continue to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program
and to enforce the FEMA Flood Hazard Regulations.
Current Policy:
a The County will continue to participate in the National Flood Insurance Program
and to enforce the FEMA Flood Hazard Regulations.
Implementation:
The County will request FEMA to review accuracy of flood maps.
OThe County will continue to enforce the FEMA Construction Standards in all
identified Flood Hazard Areas.
The Countywill prevent needless development from occurring in identified
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aFloodway Areas.
The County will require additional elevation monuments to be placed in all
asubdivisions.
3. Issue: Septic Tank Limitations
(Review comment was to work with NCSU and to change opening paragraph.
Still need data from NCSU to make changes.)
4. Issue: Freshwater Swamps and Marshes
Findings:
Freshwater swamps and marsh lands cover approximately 10% of Perquimans
Q County. Development in or near these wetland areas located south of the railroad
bridge near Hertford, N.C., is controlled by the County's subdivision regulations,
by Health Department regulations, and by the CAMA and 404 Wetlands permitting
U process. Local subdivision regulations and County -wide Health Department
U regulations concerning septic tank installation and placement impose the only
development controls in areas north of the railroad bridge.
The major land use threats to the swam lands come from erosion and agricultural
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a runoff. These swamps contain large stands of Bald Cypress and Gum. The natural
nutrient load in these waters is very rich, making them extremely susceptible to
additional nutrient loads caused by the runoff.
aPrevious Policy:
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The County will encourage the use of Best Management Practices as
recommended by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in both forest and agricultural
a land management in order to minimize damage by either of these two vital County
economic activities. The County will encourage developments to set aside these
fragile areas for preservation and protection as passive community open space.
Current Policy:
a The County will continue to encourage the use of Best Management Practices as
recommended by the U.S. Soil Conservation Service in both forest and agricultural
land management in order to minimize damage by either of these two vital County
a economic activities. The County will encourage developers to set aside these
fragile areas for preservation and protection as passive community open space.
Implementation:
The County will rely on the development regulations it now has in force to control
aresidential, commercial, and industrial development in these wetland areas.
The County will amend its Subdivision Regulations to require that
developers submit plans to CAMA or Corps of Engineers for review prior to
local approval if CAMA wetlands or 404 wetlands are located on site.
The County will encourage the local Soil Conservation District to maintain an
ongoing educational program that emphasizes the techniques of Best Management
Practices for forestry and farm management.
16. Issue: Off -Road Recreational Vehicles
Findings:
The current Land Use Plan indicates that off -road vehicles are not an issue of
concern. However, during the land use planning meeting held as part of the
Land Use Plan Update, a citizen expressed concern about off -road vehicles on
farm property and damage to crops.
Previous Policy:
Not an issue.
Current Policy:
County policy will be to regulate unauthorized use of off -road vehicles on
agricultural property.

Implementation:
The County Planning Board, in cooperation with Sheriff's Department, will
review ordinances from other rural and agricultural communities to
determine best approach to regulate use of unauthorized off -road vehicles on
private property.
The Planning Board will prepare and present recommended ordinance to
County Commissioners for consideration following required public notice
and public hearings.
20. Issue: Tykes and Location of Industry Desir
Findings:
The current Land Use Plan has a policy to solicit small, non -water intensive
industry to locate in the County. The current policy was to encourage
industry to locate near existing population centers or along major
transportation routes. Since 1993, the County, in cooperation with the
Towns of Hertford and Winfall, has established the Perquimans Commerce
Centre located on the Perquimans River just east of Hertford and U.S.17.
Previous Policy:
It shall be the policy of Perquimans County to actively solocit the location of small,
dry (not water intensive) industry. These industries will be encouraged to locate
near existing population concentrations or along major transportation routes.
In addition, the County opposes the positioning of any mooring bouys in the
Perquimans River or its tributaries and opposes the use of mooring bouys either
permanently or temporarily for any but emergency uses.
aCurrent Policy:
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Perquimans County, Hertford, Winfall and the Economic Development
Commission Executive Director will work jointly to develop the Perquimans
Commerce Centre. Mooring bouys, if beneficial to the development of the
a
Commerce Centre, will be allowed if all local, State and federal permits
required can be obtained.
aImplementation:
Details on issues such as annexation, utility extension and industrial types
awill
be resolved.
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The Economic Development Commission Executive Director will continue to
market the Commerce Centre.
21. Issue: Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
Perquimans County is currently in the process of making substantial
improvements to the County water system. Improvements include a new
water plant at Bethel and two new wells with pumping capacity of 400
gallons and 500 gallons per minute each. Two 1,000,000 gallon water storage
tanks are currently being planned.
a These improvements are part of the capital improvements program discussed
in the current Land Use Plan.
aThe Perquimans County Subdivision Regulations require that all new subdivisions
have public water lines installed to service each lot if water is available within a
reasonable distance. The County determines what a reasonable distance is by
considering the size of the development and its distance from existing water
service.
aAll new water lines installed on public right-of-way will be dedicated to the
County.
Previous Policy:
The County will make incremental improvements to the water system each year to
keep abreast of demands on the system and will undertake major improvements to
the system when conditions warrant.
aCurrent Policy:
a The County will make incremental improvements to the water system each year to
keep abreast of demands on the system and will undertake major improvements to
the system when conditions warrant.
Implementation:
The County will follow a planned program of improvements to its water system to
keep abreast of system demand and to maintain optimum service to its customers.
Plans include the construction of a new treatment plant and improvements to
aexisting plants which are currently in progress.
22. Issue: Types of Urban Growth Patterns Desired
Findings:
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Perquimans County is a rural, predominantly agricultural County. The
County has establihsed Subdivision Regulations that contain standards and
requirements for future residential development. The County has also
adopted a Mobile Home Park Ordinance to provide guidance in the
(� development of future mobile home parks. Currently the County does not
LJ have zoning, which would, if adopted, identify appropriate locations for
residential as well as non-residential land uses in the County.
At the first public information meeting held on March 10,1998, to discuss
the Land Use Plan Update, a concern was expressed by citizens in attendance
Dthat Perquimans County does not have zoning to help establish future
growth patterns. An example was given that a welding shop or some other
commercial use can currently locate directly adjacent to a residential use.
a As the Count continues efforts to encourage development of the Commerce
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Centre and more economic development from promotion of tourism, the
quality and appearance of future development in the County becomes more
important. Establishing County zoning will help urban growth patterns
a develop that are desired by County citizens and officials, rather than
allowing a mixture of land uses that may be undesirable in the future.
aPrevious Policy:
It shall be the policy of Perquimans County to encourage clustered residential
(� development on lands considered suitable for such development by the local Health
Department and the Soil Conservation Service. All future development will
conform to the County's Subdivision Regulations and any other land use
aregulations in force at the time.
Current Policy:
aTo protect the rural quality of life enjoyed in Perquimans County, and at the
same time provide guidance for future residential and non-residential
Qdevelopment, the County will investigate establishing zoning in all or
portions of Perquimans County.
Implementation:
a County Commissioners will direct County Manager and County Planning
Board to investigate zoning ordinances from other rural communities for
possible use in formulating Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map for County.
County will apply for CAMA planning funds to prepare Zoning Ordinance
and map for consideration.

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Planning Board and County Commissioners will hold public meetings and
public hearings to consider County zoning.
24. Issue: Commitment to State and Federal Programs in the Area
aFindings:
It always has been the policy of Perquimans County to cooperate with State and
federal agencies.
aPrevious Policy:
The County supports the Department of Transportation in its efforts to four -lane
U.S. Hwy. 17 in Perquimans County and to construct an Interstate link that will
cross Perquimans County connecting Norfolk with Raleigh.
The County strongly supports the following programs:
a Community Development Block Grant
Rural Development Agency
Farmers Home Administration
n Soil and Conservation Fund
Current Policy:
Perquimans County will continue to support State and federal programs that
benefit County citizens. .
The County strongly supports the following programs:
Community Development Block Grant
Rural Development Agency
RC&D
Soil and Conservation Fund
CAMA Planning and Access Program
Department of Transportation TIP
Parks and Recreation Trust Fund (PARTF)
Implementation:
The County will continue to apply for matching grant funds that help
leverage local tax dollars for programs and facilities that benefit County
citizens.

25. Issue: Assistance to Channel Maintenance and Beach Nourishment Projects
Findings:
Recreational and commercial fishing are an important part of the
Perquimans County economy. Adequate channel maintenance, when
needed, is important to support both recreational and commercial fishing
activities.
Previous Policy:
This is not an issue.
Current Policy:
Perquimans County supports channel maintenance of the Perquimans River.
Implementation:
None needed.

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scheduled meetings. We are very interested in hearing your opinions regarding the
County'R 1 and Use Plan.
PERQuMANS COUNTY
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
P.O. Box 45
IERTFORD, NORTH CAROLINA 27944
TELEPHONE: [phone]
MEMORANDUM
All Civic Clubs and Organizations
Volunteers and Voo nteer Organizations
Town a ar and Managers
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UACK E. NIXON
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Febry 91008 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE — PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
I toward Capps, a Plannor out of Wilmington, will assist the Planning Board in
this update. Mr. Capps has done a lot of work for the Town of Hertford in the past
and is currently providing professional services for their land use Plan Updata. We
will look forward to seeing someone from your organization at these meetings.

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CLUB NAME
OFFICER'S NAME
ADDRESS
CITY I
Hertford
STATE
NC
ZIP
27944
PHONE
426-5818
Hertford Lions Club J
Leo Higgins, President
Jeri Oxman, President
F-16 Pine Street
110 W. Academy Street
426-5503
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Heriford
tdC
27944
Hertford Rctary Club _
Hartford Business & Professional Wonen
Homela Jennete, Treasurer
P.O. Box 295 _
Winfan
Hereford
NC
NO
27985
426.5
426-531 5
27944
Parks/ille Rurtan Club _
Gill Undemood, President
Route E
Hereford
NC
27944
264-_3965
Durants Neck Ruritan Club _
John Allison, President �
Route 3_ _ _
Route S
Hertford
NO
27944
426-5930
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Bethel Ruritan Club
Gene Madre, President _ _
Carlton Elliott, President
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Route 4
Hertford
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NO
27944
264-3031
3
Inter -County Rurtan Club
Bear Swarrp-Beech Springs Rurtan Club
Ervin Mansfield, Pres.dent
Box 911
Route 2, _
Hertford
NC
VC
27944 _
27944
426-7278
264-3254
Fores-burg Ruritsn Club _
Holly Johnson. President
Route 6
Hertford
264-3204_
Hertford
VC
27944
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Route 3, Box 296 `
Durants Neck RtAtanettes
Owners, Inc.
Ethel Chappell, President
Bob Farris, President
5400 Holiday island _
Hertford
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NC
27944
426-593_?
Holiday Island Properly
Snug Harbor Property Owners Association
Emerson Cullings, President
23 Evergreen Drive
Hertford
Hertford
NC
NC
27944
27944
8346
d26-5657
426-5ti57
Pergdmans CountyChamber of Commerce
Sandra Smith, Executive Director
P.O. Box —
P.O. Box 103
27944
4Z6-7567
Hertford
NO
Newb3ld-White House
Stephanie Sandy. Site Manager _
1600 S. Church Street
Hertford
NC_
-NC
27944
27944
42G-5711
426-5016
Perquimans County Restorstion Association
Chris lane, Presider _
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Hertford Volunteer Fire Department
Sid E'ey, Chief _ _
707 E. Pennsyhrania Avenue
Hertford
Winfall
NO__
426-5683
Winfall Volunteer Fire Dement
'Na ne Winslow. Chief
P O. Box 25
Hertford
NC
_27985
27944
426-7812
Bethel Volunteer Fire Department_
Jeff Proctor, Ch of _
Eugene Rountree, Chief
Route 1
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27944
264-2581
Route 4, Box 822
Hertford
NC
Inter-Cour�r Volunteer Fire Department
Belvidere -Chappell H'II Volunteer Fire Dept.
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Jimmy Chappell, Chief
Route t �
Belvidere
NO _
NG
27910
297-2296
335-9503
27944
Decants Neck Volunteer Fire Department
Jimmy Spivey, Chief
Route 3
210 SLnset Drlve
Hertford
Hertford
NC
27944
426-8520
Perq+:imans County Rescue Squad
i3i11 Winslow, Captain
De! hine Barr. Director
Hertford
NC
_27944
426-5404
300 W. Grubb Street
Perquimans County Senior Citizens
Edward Barber. Commander
Route 2, Box 255
Hertford
NG
27944
426-7497
Veterans Foreign Wars
American Legion Post#126
Julian Broughton, Commander
729 W. Gruob Street
Hertford
NC
27944
�26:5667
D_er+quimans Masonic Lodge 106
Don Quinton, Master
Marvin Hunter, President
Hertford
NO
27944
426-7940
5D9 W. Grubb Street
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Bear SwarnpHunt Club
Phil Riddick, President
Route 1
Belvidere
Belvidere
NC
NC
27913
279lI�
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297-221E
Belvidere-Whiteston Hunt Club
Hunt Club _ ! _
Richard Slallings, President
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Route 2
Belvidere
NC
27919
426.7362
Hertford Saddle Club __ _
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Preston Nixon. President
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F-16 Pine Street, Snug Harbor
Hertford
NC
27944
426-5818
Perquimans County 2020 Vision:
Leo Hi gins, Director
103 Charles Street
Hertford
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NC
27944
426-21_00
Perquimans County Health Department
Virginia Bailey, Director
110 W: Academy Street
Hertford
NC
27944
426-5319
Per uimans County Librar7
Jeri Oltman. Librarian
Estelle Felton. President
Route 2, Box 929
Hertford
NC
27944
42s-7091
Perquimans County NAACP
Town of Hertford
Town
John Christensen, Tn Manager
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Hertford
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27985
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Fred Yates, Mayor
P.O. Box 275
Winfall
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1998 Public Participation Plan
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Perquimans County Land Use Plan
The Perquimans County 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:
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Perquimans County 1998 Land Use Plan
Public Information/Education Schedule
Its
Mar. 10,1998 7:30 PM/County Courthouse Public Information Workshop.
Planning Board General review of requirements to
prepare Land Use Plan. Citizens'
opportunity to outline their
desires for Perquimans County's
growth, for example economic
development, environmental
protection, parks, beautification,
waterfront access, etc.
April 14,1998 7:30 PM/County Courthouse Public Information Workshop.
Planning Board Review trends in population, land use
and economy. Review identified
environmental issues. Review results
of public information meeting.
May 12, 1998 7:30 PM/County Courthouse Review Existing Land Use Map,
Planning Board resource data, current Land Use Plan
Policy
June 9, 1998 7:30 PM/County Courthouse Review Hazards Map, Land
Planning Board Classification Map and
definitions.
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Planning Board policy section of plan document
prior to submittal to Board of
Commissioners.
Aug. 3, 1998 3:00 PM/County Courthouse Presentation of Plan elements
Board of Commissioners to Board of Commissioners for
review and comment. An
Executive Summary will be
included as part of this plan.
Aug. 18,1998 3:00 PM/County Courthouse Joint meeting to review draft
Board of Commissioners & Land Use Plan
Planning Board
To be.announced Agenda Item/Courthouse Meeting with Board of Commission -
Board of Commissioners & ers and Planning Board to
Planning Board discuss review comments from State
and obtain direction from Commis-
sioners and Planning Board
on response to comments and
modifications to draft plan.
To be announced Agenda Item/Courthouse Adoption of revised Plan and
Board of Commissioners submittal to Board of Commissioners
for local approval.
To be announced Agenda Item/Courthouse Hold Public Hearing for local
Board of Commissioners adoption of Plan and submittal to
CRC for adoption.
In an effort to obtain as much public input as possible during plan preparation, the County
will place notices in local newspapers for each meeting date set to discuss the plan and its
preparation. The County will also work closely with local newspapers to have
informational articles in the paper prior to each meeting. County 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 County will also notify the County municipalities
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.

� Public Information Meeting
� 1998 Perquimans County
0 Land Use Plan Update
0 Date: March 10,1998
Q To: 7:30 PM
0 Place: Perquimans County Court House
The Perquimans County Planning Board will hold a
Public Information Meeting to review the general
requirements for preparing the 1998 Land Use Plan
,Update.
Citizens will be given the opportunity to outline their
desires for County growth, economic development,
environmental protection, transportation, parks, County
a beautification and waterfront access, eta
Perquimans County citizens are encouraged to attend
this important meeting.
If you have any questions, please call
Mr. Paul Gregory, Perquimans County Manager
919-426-8484

March 10,1998
Public Participation Meeting
Perquimans County Land Use
Plan Update
The first Public Information Meeting on the Land Use Plan Update was held at 7:30 PM
on March 10, 1998, with 13 citizens in attendance (see attached list). The Consultant
briefly outlined the purpose of the Land Use Plan Update and highlighted the major
elements of the Plan. He then asked those present what they would like to see happen -in
Perquimans County during the five- to ten-year planning period to make Perquimans
County a better place in which to live.
The following comments were expressed by individuals in attendance:
• Encouragement of growth.
• Concern expressed about Holiday, Island. Seventeen hundred lots with some being 70'
x 140'. One-third of area developed. Many lots are too small to meet new septic
system rules. Roads at Holiday Island are not properly maintained.
a• Resident of Albemarle Plantation asked if County had zoning. Concern that without
zoning, auto junkyard, for example, can be built next to residential area.
• Concern about number of towers being constructed throughout County. Are there
construction standards and system to control their location?
a • Concern that Countyhas no zoning. Concerned that welding shop can be located next
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• Need for economic growth so people can afford to build a nice home.
a• Need control on growth.
• One hundred -year flood map needs to be reviewed for accuracy and recertified.
Protection of water quality of rivers adjacent to County.
• Protection of estuarine waters.
QImproved drainage and sedimentation and erosion control is needed.
• Town of Hertford needs more economic development using historic assets of
community to promote tourism.
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• Town of Hertford and Perquimans County need to cooperate in revitalization of
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Bailey, Virginia
2026 Cottonwood Drive
Hertford
NC
1 27944
426-2100
Busteed, Stan
Holiday Island
Hertford
NC
27944
426-5808
Christensen, John
309 N. Front Street
Hertford
NC
27944
426-1969
Davenport, Jr., Carlton
P.O. Box 187
Hertford
NC
27944
Evans, Lewis B.
Route 2, Box 171
Hertford
NC
27944
486-8357
Felton, Estelle
Route 2, Box 929
Hertford
NC
27944
426-7091
Greene, Wilson
205 E. King Street
Edenton
NC
27932
426-4653
Griffin, Terry
614 Crooked Run Road
Elizabeth City
NC
27909
338-5435
Hayes, Bert
8 River Croft
Hertford
NC
27944
426-7800
Spindler, Montgomery
5 Albemarle Boulevard
Hertford
NC
27944
426-1550
Thayer, Jr., John A.
1367 U.S. 17 South
Elizabeth City
NC
27909
264-3901
Winslow, Johnny
Route 1, Box 9
Belvidere
NC
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Yates, ShirleyP.O.
Box 5
Winfall
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