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Town of Ahoskie
Subdivision Regulations
Revised June 8, 1993
' The preparation of this report was financed in part through a grant provided by the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Management Act of 1972, as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean
' and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
Editor's note-.App. A, Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Ahoskie is derived
from Ord. of June 8 1982. Prior to the enactment of said ordinance, the subdivision
regulations contained in App. A derived from legislation adopted July 8, 1975.
Amendments are cited following each affected section and unless so cited, each
section derives from the original ordinance adopted June 8, 1982.
Cross references. -Planning board generally, 12-21 — 2-32; buildings generally, Ch.
5; review of subdivision proposals and other proposed new developments for
compliance with flood control standards; 110-2; zoning, App. B.
State law reference --Authority of town as to subdivision regulations generally, G.S.
160A, Art. 19.
Section 100.
General Provisions, If 101-105
Section 200.
Definitions and Interpretations, If 201.202
Section 300.
Plat Preparation and Approval Procedure, If 301-307
Section 400.
Design Standards, I§ 401,402
Section SM.
Improvements, If 501.503
Section 600.
Administration, If 601.611
Appendices
REGULATIONS
TOWN OF AHOSXIE, NORTH CAROLINA
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS FOR THE TOWN OF
AHOSKZ AND FOR A DISTANCE OF ONE MILE BEYOND THE CORPORATE LIMITS INTO
HERTFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA.
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
AHOSIOE, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 100. GENERAL PROVISIONS
101. Title.
This ordinance shall be known as the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Ahoskie, North
Carolina, and may be referred to as the "Subdivision Regulations."
102. Purpose.
This ordinance is adopted as a part of the implementation of the Town of Ahoskie's Land
Use Plan.
The regulation of land subdivision is widely accepted as a function of municipal government
as a method of ensuring sound community growth and the safeguarding of the interest of the home
owner, the subdivider, and the local government. Subdivision regulations prevent excessive
governmental operating costs. At the same time, they assure to the maximum degree possible the

SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
Editor's note—App. A. Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Ahoskie is derived
' from Ord. of June 8 1982. Prior to the enactment of said ordinance, the subdivision
regulations contained in App. A derived from legislation adopted July 8, 1975.
Amendments are cited following each affected section and unless so cited, each
t section derives from the original ordinance adopted June 8, 1982.
Cross references —Planning board generally, § 2-21 -- 2.32; buildings generally, Ch.
5; review of subdivision proposals and other proposed new developments for
' compliance with flood control standards; § 10-2; zoning, App. B.
State law reference —Authority of town as to subdivision regulations generally, G.S.
160A, Art. 19.
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Section 100.
General Provisions, §§ 101-105
Section 200.
Definitions and Interpretations, §§ 201.202
Section 300.
Plat Preparation and Approval Procedure, §§ 301-307
Section 400.
Design Standards, §§ 401,402
Section 500.
Improvements, §§ 501-503
Section 600.
Administration, §§ 601.611
Appendices
SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS
TOWN OF AHOSKIE, NORTH CAROLINA
AN ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING SUBDIVISION REGULATIONS OR THE TOWN OF
AHOSME AND FOR A DISTANCE OF ONE MILE BEYOND THE CORPORATE MITTS INTO
HERTFORD COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA.
BE IT ORDAINED AND ENACTED BY THE TOWN COUNCIL OF THE TOWN OF
AHOSKIE, STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 100. GENERAL PROVISIONS
101. Title.
This ordinance shall be known as the Subdivision Regulations of the Town of Ahoskie, North
Carolina, and may be referred to as the "Subdivision Regulations."
102. Purpose.
This ordinance is adopted as a part of the implementation of the Town of Ahoskie's Land
Use Plan.
The regulation of land subdivision is widely accepted as a function of municipal government
as a method of ensuring sound community growth and the safeguarding of the interest of the home
owner, the subdivider, and the local government. Subdivision regulations prevent excessive
governmental operating costs. At the same time, they assure to the maximum degree possible the

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§§ 103 AHOSKIE TOWN CODE § 201
means whereby land can be developed for the highest possible use with all of the necessary protection
against deterioration and obsolescence.
The subdivision of land is a technical and business venture which not only affects the
immediate return to the investor in land and the value of the land on which he may wish to build, but
it also involves, for the local government, specific items of cost and income for the years to come
which must be weighted at the time that a subdivision is under consideration.
This ordinance is to provide for the orderly development of the Town of Ahoskie and its
environs through the control and regulation of the subdivision of land. According to G.S. 16OA-37Z
a subdivision control ordinance may provide for the orderly growth and development of the city; for
the coordination of streets and highways within proposed subdivisions with existing or planned streets
and highways and with other public facilities; for the dedication or reservation of recreation areas
serving residents of the immediate neighborhood within the subdivision, and rights -of -way or
easements for street and utility purposes; and for the distribution of population and traffic in a
manner that will avoid congestion and overcrowding and will create conditions essential to public
health, safety and the general welfare.
103. Application of regulations.
These regulations shall apply to lands within the corporate limits of Ahoskie and its
extraterritorial limits for one mile beyond the corporate limits. All subdivision plans, all streets or
rights -of -way created for the purpose of partitioningland and changes in property boundary lines shall
be approved by the planning commission in accordance with these regulations. A person desiring to
subdivide land by creating a street or way or to sell any portion of a parcel of land, shall submit
preliminary plans and final documents for approval as provided in this ordinance and the state law.
104. Authority.
The provisions of this ordinance are adopted under authority granted by the General
Assembly of the State of North Carolina, in General Statutes 160A, Article 19.
SECTION 200. DEFINMONS AND INTERPRETATIONS
' 201. Defloltions.
For the purpose of this ordinance the following terms have been defined as:
' Allry: A minor right-of-way dedicated to public use, which gives a secondary means of
vehicular access to the back or side of properties otherwise abutting a street, and which may be used
for public utility purposes.
' Arear of environmental concern (AFC's): Geographic areas designated by the Coastal
Resources Commission as areas of environmental concern to include coastal wetlands, estuarine
waters, renewable resource areas, fragile or historic areas, public trust waters, natural hazard areas
and areas impacted by key facilities (Note: Only the public trust waters of the Ahoskie Creek apply
to the Town of Ahoskie.)

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Block. A parcel of land which is entirely surrounded by public streets, highways, railroad right-
of-way, public walks, parks or green strips, rural land or drainage channels or a combination thereof.
Building setback line: A line parallel to the front property lines in front of which no structure
may be built.
Corner lot: A lot abutting two (2) or more streets at the street intersections.
Double frontage lot: A continuous (through) lot of the same depth as the width of a black and
which is accessible from both of the streets upon which it fronts.
Easement: Permission by the property owner for use by the public, a corporation, or person(s)
of a strip of land for specific purposes.
Extraterritorial jurisdiction: The power of the Town of Ahoskie to regulate the use of land lying
between the corporate limits and the extraterritorialboundary lines as defined by the Ahoskie Official
Zoning Map.
Group development: A development comprising two (2) or more building such as a group of
apartments, where the land is not subdivided into the customary streets and lots.
Lot: A portion of a subdivision or any other parcel of land intended as a unit for transfer of
ownership or for development, or both. The word "lot" includes the words "plot" and "parcel".
Official plan: Any plan officially adopted by the planning board or the town council as a guide
for the development of the Town of Aboskie and its surrounding area, consisting of maps, charts and
text.
Permanent markers: An iron pipe not less than three -fourths (3/4) of an inch in diameter and
thirty (30) inches long. Permanent markers are described in detail in Section 503.
Plat: Includes the terms map, plan, plat, replat, or replot; a map or plan of a tract or parcel
of land which is to be, or which has been subdivided.
Plat, preliminary: A map of proposed land subdivision showing the character and proposed
layout of the tract in sufficient detail to indicate the suitability of the proposed subdivision of land.
Plat, final: A map of a land subdivision prepared in a form suitable for filing of record with
necessary affidavits, dedications and acceptances, and with complete bearings and dimensions of all
lines defining lots and blocks, streets and alleys, public areas and other dimensions of land.
Street: A dedicated and accepted public right-of-way for vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
a. Major streets: A street or highway which is used for moving heavy traffic volumes or
high speed traffic, or both, or which has been designated as a major street on the
thoroughfare plan.
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b. Minor street: A street whose primary purpose is to provide access to adjacent
properties and which is designated in a manner that will discourage use by through
traffic.
C. Collector street: A'street which collects and distributes traffic from and to minor
streets and serves as the most direct route to a major street or a community facility.
d. Marginal access street: A minor street located beside a limited access street or
highway or a railroad, which provides access to abutting properties, provides
protection from through traffic, and controls access.
e. Cul-de-sac: A minor street having one end open to vehicular traffic and the other
end permanently terminated by a vehicular turn -around.
Subdivider. Any person, firm, or corporation which subdivides any land deemed to be a
subdivision as defined below.
Subdivision: A "subdivision" shall include all divisions of a tract or parcel of land into two (2)
or more lots, building sites, or other divisions for the purpose, whether immediate or future, of sale
or building development, and shall include all divisions of land involving the dedication of a new
street or a change in existing streets; provided, however, that the following shall not be included
within this definition nor be subject to the regulations set forth in this ordinance:
a. The combination or recombination of portions of previously platted lots where the
total number of lots is not increased and the resultant lots are equal to or exceed the
standards of the municipality set forth in this and other ordinances of the Town of
Ahoskie;
b. The division of land into parcels greater than ten (10) acres where no street right-of-
way dedication is involved;
C. The division of a tract in single ownership whose entire area is no greater than two
(2) acres into not more than three (3) lots, where no street right-of-way dedication
is involved and where the resultant lots are equal to or exceed the standards of the
municipality; as set forth in this and other ordinances of the Town of Ahoskie;
d. The public acquisition by purchase of strips of land for the widening or opening of
streets; and
e. In addition to the exceptions provided in the North Carolina General Statutes, a
"subdivision" shall not include the division of land to be sold only as burial plots
within cemeteries.
Subdivision, major and minor. All subdivisions shall be considered major subdivisions except
those defined as minor subdivisions. A minor subdivision is defined as one involving no new public
or private streets or roads, or right-of-way dedication, no easements, no utility extension, and where
four (4) or fewer lots result after the subdivision is completed.
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202. Word Interpretation.
For the purpose of this ordinance, certain words shall be interpreted as follows:
The word "may" is permissive.
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The word "shall" is mandatory.
The word "building" includes the word "structure".
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"Town
The word "town" or "city" shall mean the of Ahoskie", a municipal corporation of the
State of North Carolina.
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The words "ordinance" and "regulation" shall mean the "Subdivision Regulations of the Town
of Ahoskie, North Carolina".
The words "planning board" shall mean the 'Town of Ahoskie Planning and Zoning Board".
The words "town council" shall mean the "Town Council of Ahoskie, North Carolina".
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The words "register of deeds" shall mean the "recorder of deeds for Hertford County, North
Carolina".
SECTION 300. PLAT PREPARATION AND APPROVE PROCEDURE
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301. In general.
All subdivision of land within the subdivision jurisdiction of Ahoskie, North Carolina, shall
after the effective date of these regulations, be governed by the procedures and standards contained
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within these regulations.
' 302. Review of major and minor subdivisions.
All subdivisions shall be considered major subdivisions except those defined as minor
' subdivision in this section. Major subdivisions shall be reviewed in accordance with the procedures
in Section 305 through 306. Minor subdivision shall be reviewed in accordance with the provisions in
Section 304. However, if the subdivider owns, leases, holds an option on, or holds any legal or
equitable interest in any properly adjacent to or located directly across a street, easement, road or
' rights -of -way from the property to be subdivided, the subdivision shall not qualify under the
abbreviatedprocedure. Furthermore, the abbreviated procedure may not be used a second time within
three (3) years on any property less than fifteen hundred (1500) feet from the original property
' boundaries by anyone who owned, had an option on,or any legal interest in the original subdivision
at the time the subdivision received preliminary or final plat approval.
A minor subdivision is defined as one involving no new public or private streets or roads, or
right-of-way dedication, no easements, no utility extension, and where four (4) or fewer lots result
after the subdivision is completed.
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303. The sketch plan.
303.1. General. Before the subdivider makes application for approval of the preliminary plat
of either a major or minor subdivision, a sketch plan of the proposed subdivision shall be prepared
and two (2) copies submitted to the zoning administrator for review. The sketch plan shall be drawn
at a scale of not less than two hundred (200) feet to one (1) inch.
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303.Z Contents of the sketch plan. The sketch plan shall contain or be accompanied by the
following information:
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(1) The proposed name and location of the subdivision.
(2) The name(s) and address(es) of the owner(s) and the subdivider(s).
(3) The total acreage to be subdivided.
(4) The tentative street and lot arrangement.
(5) the approximate right-of-way, easements, and lot lines.
(6) The average lot area and approximate number of lots.
(7) The existing and proposed uses of land throughout the subdivision.
(8) The zoning classification of the land to be subdivided.
(9) Vicinity map, showing proposed subdivision in relation to existing, readily identifiable
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landmarks.
303.3 Zoning Administrator review. At the time the sketch plan is submitted it shall be
reviewed by the zoning administrator for general compliance with the requirements of this ordinance;
the subdivider or his representative shall discuss plans for development of the proposed
subdivision;the zoning administrator shall advise the subdivider as to the regulations which pertain
to the proposed development and the procedure the subdivider shall follow in preparing and
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submitting the subdivision plats. Submitting a sketch plan for review and discussion does not require
a formal application or fee. this procedure shall not be construed as an official application, or
approval of such a sketch plan by the zoning administrator or planning board.
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304. Review of minor subdivisions.
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304.1 Sketch plan. Prior to submission of a minor subdivision plat, the subdivider shall
submit to the zoning administrator two (2) copies of a sketch plan of the proposed subdivision as per
Section 303.
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304.2 Submission of minor subdivision plat. The subdivider shall submit three (3) copies of
a minor subdivision plat to the zoning administrator. The preliminary plat shall be prepared by a
registered surveyor, or engineer.
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304.3 Fee. At the time of submission of the minor subdivision plat, the subdivider shall pay
to the Town Clerk of the Town of Ahoskie a ailing fee of $100.
304.4 Scale. The minor subdivision plat shall be drawn on a sheet of at least eight and one-
half (M) by eleven (11) inches or a multiple thereof at a scale of one (1) inch equals fifty (50) feet.
304.5 General information. The following general information shall be shown on the minor
subdivision plat:
(1) Proposed name of the subdivision. The name shall not duplicate nor resemble the name
of another subdivision in the county and shall be approved by the zoning administrator.
(2) Date, northpoint, and scale of drawing.
(3) Date of survey, if available, and the accurate locations and descriptions of all
monuments, markers, and control points as described in Section 503.1.
(4) A vicinity map showing the location of the proposed subdivision.
(5) Names and addresses of the owner, subdivider, and engineer or surveyor.
(6) Any other supplementary material or information considered by the zoning
administrator to be pertinent to the review of the plat.
(7) The boundaries of the tract and the portion of the tract to be subdivided.
(8) The total acreage to be subdivided.
(9) The existing and proposed uses of the land within the subdivision and the existing uses
of land adjoining it.
(10) The existing street layout and right-of-way width, lot layout and size of lots.
(11) Streets and lots of adjacent developed or platted properties.
(12) The zoning classification of the tract and of adjacent properties.
(13) Results of percolation tests and assessment of Hertford County detailed soils
information to determine soil suitability for installation and successful operation of
septic tanks, where public service is not available.
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(14) The following certificates shall appear with the final plat submitted to the planning
board by the surveyor. An example of each certificate listed below appears at end of
Chapter.
a. Certificate of ownership and dedication, signed.
b. Certification of approval of water supply and sewage disposal systems, signed.
c. Certificate of accuracy and mapping, signed.
d. Reference to any separate instruments, including restrictive covenants, filed in the
register of deeds office which directly affect the land being subdivided.
304.6 Certification of compliance with area of environmental concern standards: A certificate
of compliance with AEC standards shall be signed by the AEC Permit Officer and accompany the
minor subdivision plat (see "certification" form in the appendices to this ordinance).
304.7 Approval of the minor subdivision plat. The zoning administrator, as agent of the
Planning Board, shall review and take final action on each plat for a minor subdivision within forty-
five (45) days after submittal to the town. Failure of the zoning administrator to take such timely
action shall be grounds for the subdivider to submit the plat to the planning board for review.
Upon completion of the minor subdivision plat review, the zoning administrator shall approve,
approve conditionally, or disapprove the plat. Approval conditions or reasons for disapproval of the
plat shall be so noted on the plat copies, one to be transmitted to the subdivider and the other
retained by the zoning administrator.
304.8 Recording of the plat. After approval of the minor subdivision plat and the affixing of
all required signatures, one print of the plat shall be returned to the subdivider. The zoning
administrator shall file the approved plat at the subdividers' expense with the Register of Deeds of
Hertford County within 30 days of approval or such approval shall be void.

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(14) The following certificates shall appear with the final plat submitted to the planning
board by the surveyor. An example of each certificate listed below appears at end of
Chapter.
a. Certificate of ownership and dedication, signed.
b. Certification of approval of water supply and sewage disposal systems, signed.
c. Certificate of accuracy and mapping, signed.
d. Reference to any separate instruments, including restrictive covenants, filed in the
register of deeds office which directly affect the land being subdivided.
304.6 Certification of compliance with area of environmental concern standards: A certificate
of compliance with AEC standards shall be signed by the AEC Permit Officer and accompany the
minor subdivision plat (see "certification" form in the appendices to this ordinance).
304.7 Approval of the minor subdivision plat. The zoning administrator shall review and take
final action on each plat for a minor subdivision within forty-five (45) days after submittal to the town.
Failure of the zoning administrator to take such timely action shall be grounds for the subdivider to
submit the plat to the planning board for review.
Upon completion of the minor subdivision plat review, the zoning administratorshall approve,
approve conditionally, or disapprove the plat. Approval conditions or reasons for disapproval of the
plat shall be so noted on the plat copies, one to be transmitted to the subdivider and the other
retained by the zoning administrator.
304.8 Recording of the plat. After approval of the minor subdivision plat and the affixing of
all required signatures, one print of the plat shall be returned to the subdivider. The zoning
administrator shall file the approved plat at the subdividers' expense with the Register of Deeds of
Hertford County within 30 days of approval or such approval shall be void.
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305. Review or major subdivisions.
305.1. Sketch plan. Prior to submission of a preliminary plat, the subdivider shall submit to
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the zoning administrator two (2) copies of a sketch plan of the proposed subdivision as per Section
303.
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305.2. Submission ojpreliminary plat. The subdivider shall prepare a preliminary plat and
such improvement plans and other supplementary material as may be required to indicate the general
objectives of the development. The subdivider shall submit six (6) copies of the preliminary plat to
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the zoning administrator at least twenty-five (25) days prior to the planning board meeting. The
preliminary plat shall be prepared by a registered surveyor, or engineer.
305.3. Fee. At the time of submission of the preliminary plat, the subdivider shall pay to the
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Town Clerk of the Town of Ahoskie a riling fee as follows:
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1-10 lots = $100
11.50 lots = add $7 per lot over 10
51+ lots = add $6 per lot over 50
305.4. Scale. The preliminary plat shall be drawn on a sheet eighteen (18) by twenty-four
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(24) inches or a multiple thereof at a scale of one (1) inch equals one hundred (100) feet or, for areas
over one hundred (100) acres, one inch equals two hundred (200) feet.
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305.5 General information. The following general information shall be shown on the
preliminary plat:
(1) Proposed name of the subdivision. The name shall not duplicate nor resemble the name
of another subdivision in the county and shall be approved by the planning board.
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(2)
Date, northpoint, and scale of drawing.
(3)
Appropriate identification clearly stating the map is a preliminary plat.
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A vicinity map showing the location of the proposed subdivision.
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Names and addresses of the owner, subdivider, and engineer or surveyor.
(6)
Date the property was surveyed if available. (A survey is not required for preliminary
plat.)
305.6.
Edsting conditions. The following existing conditions shall be shown on the
preliminary plat:
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The location, width, and names of all existing or platted streets within or adjacent to the
tract, together with easements, railroad right-of-way and other important features, such
as section tines and corners, city boundary lines, and monuments.
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(2)
Contour lines related to an established bench mark or other datum approved by the
zoning administrator, with intervals at a minimum of two (2) feet for slopes up to ten
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(10) percent and Five (5) feet for slopes over ten (10) percent.
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The existing zoning classification(s) of the tract.
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The location of existing buildings, railroads and bridges.
(5)
The location of all one hundred (100) year flood plains, marshes, water, water courses,
ditches, drainage channels and sub -surface drainage structures, and the proposed
method of disposing of all runoff from the proposed subdivision, and the location and
size of all drainage easements relating thereto, whether they are located within or
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outside of the proposed plat.
(6)
The plans for sanitary sewers, storm sewers, water mains, culverts, electric and gas fines,
and other surface and sub -surface structures and pipe lines existing and proposed within
or immediately adjacent to the proposed subdivision; showing connections to existing
systems or proposals for developing new water supply, storm drainage, and sewage
disposal systems.
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Pavement widths and grades and names of all proposed streets. Names shall not
duplicate or resemble the names of existing streets within the Town or the County, if
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within the ETJ.
(8)
The lot fines, lot dimensions, lot and block numbers, and minimum building setback
lines.
(9)
Proposed parks, school site, or other public open spaces, if any.
' (10) The total acreage in the tract, acreage in public or other land usage, and average lot
size, total number of lots, and linear feet in streets.
' (11) Any other supplemental material or information considered by either the subdivider or
the planning board to be pertinent to the review of the preliminary plat.
' (12) Results of percolation tests and assessment of Hertford County detailed soils
information to determine soil suitability for installation and successful operation of
septic tanks, where public service is not available.
305.Z Certification of compliance with area of environmental concern standards. A certificate
of compliance with AEC standards shall be signed by the AEC permit officer and accompany the
preliminary plat (see "certification" form in the appendices of this ordinance.).
305.8. Approval of preliminary plats.
(1) The planning board shall review and take final action on each preliminary plat within
' sixty (60) days after first consideration by the planning board. First consideration by the
planning board shall be at the next monthly meeting after the preliminary plat has been
submitted to the zoning administrator, if the submission occurs more than twenty-four
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(24) days before such monthly meeting. If the submission takes place lessthan twenty-
five (25) days before the next planning board meeting, first consideration shall be at the
second next meeting. Failure of the planning board to take action within sixty (60) days
shall be grounds for the subdivider to submit the preliminary plat to the town council
for review.
(2) Prior to the planning board meeting, the zoning administrator shall notify in writing
those public officials and agencies which are concerned with the new development,
including the town manager, the Hertford -Gates District Health Department,the district
engineerof the North Carolina Department of Transportation and the Hertford County
Superintendent of Schools that a plat is available for review and recommendations.
(3) Upon completion of the preliminary plat review, the planning board shall approve,
approve conditionally, or disapprove the plat.
a. If the preliminary plat is approved, approval shall be noted on two (2) copies of the
plat by the planning board secretary. One of these copies shall be transmitted to the
subdivider and the other retained by the planning board. Upon approval of the
preliminary plat by the planning board the subdivider may proceed with the
preparation of the final plat, and the installation or arrangement for required
improvements in accordance with the preliminary plat as approved and the
requirements of this ordinance.
b. In the case of conditional approval, the reasons for conditional approval and the
conditions to be met shall be specified in writing. One copy of such reasons and
conditions shall be filed with the copy of the plat retained by the planning board and
another shall be transmitted to the subdivider. The planning board may require the
subdivider to submit a revised preliminary plat with all recommended changes made
before approving the plat.
c. When a preliminary plat is disapproved, the planning board shall specify the reasons
for such action in writing. One copy of such reasons shall be retained by the planning.
board, and one copy shall be transmitted to the subdivider. If the preliminary plat
is disapproved, the subdivider may make the recommended changes and submit a
revised preliminary plat.
306. The final plat.
306.1 General. Final plats for all subdivisions shall not be approved until all required
improvements have been installed or the subdivider has guaranteed to the satisfaction of the town
council that such improvements will be installed as provided in Section 502.
The subdivider shall submit four (4) copies of the final plat; one (1) drawn in ink on mylar
or such other material as acceptable for recording in the register of deeds office and three (3)
additional copies to the zoning administrator not less than fourteen (14) days prior to a regularly
scheduled meeting of the planning board at which the plat is to be considered for final approval. The
subdivider shall pay the current filing fee required by the Hertford County Register of Deeds for
recording the plat.
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306.2 Tune of submission. The final plat of the proposed subdivision shall be submitted to
the zoning administrator for final approval within one (1) year of the date on which the preliminary
plat was approved. If final Plat(s) are not submitted for final approval within such time, the approval
of preliminary plat(s) shall be considered as having lapsed unless the planning board agrees to an
extension of time.
306.3 Drafting. The final plat shall conform substantially to the approved preliminary plat.
The final plat shall be prepared by a registered surveyor or engineer, and shall be drawn at a scale
of one hundred (100) feet to one (1) inch.
306.4 Contents of the final plat. The final plat shall constitute that portion of the approved
preliminary plat which the subdivider proposes to record and develop at the time; such portion shall
conform to all requirements of this ordinance and shall show the following information:
(1) The exact boundary lines based upon Geld survey of the tract to be subdivided fully
dimensioned by lengths and bearings, and the location of boundary lines of adjoining
lands, with adjacent subdivisions identified by official names.
(2) The accurate locations and descriptions of all monuments, markers, and control points
as described in Section 503.
(3) Sufficient engineering data to determine readily and reproduce on the ground every
straight or curved boundary tine, street line, lot fine, right-of-way line, easement line,
and setback line, including dimensions, bearings, or deflection angles, radii, acres,
chords, central angles, and tangent distances for the center fine of curved streets and
curved property lines that are not the boundary of curved streets. All dimensions shall
be measured to the nearest one -tenth (1/10) of a foot and all angles to the nearest
minutes.
(4) The location of all rights -of -way, easements, and areas to be dedicated to public use
with the purpose of each stated.
(5) The location, purpose, and dimensions of areas to be used for purposes other than
residential and public.
(6) The blocks numbered consecutively throughout the entire subdivision and the lots
numbered consecutively throughout each block.
() The widths, and names where appropriate, of all proposed streets and alleys and of all
adjacent streets, and alleys.
(8) The plans for the location and size of water mains, sanitary sewers, storm sewers, gas
lines and any electric, phone, and cable lines.
(9) The name of the subdivision, the owner(s) and the surveyor or engineer.
(10) The date of the survey and plat preparation, a north arrow, and graphic scale.
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(11) The deed restrictions proposed for the subdivision, if any.
(12) Sketch vicinity map showing relationship between subdivision and surrounding area.
(13) Any other information considered by either the subdivider or the planning board to be
pertinent to the review of the final plat or any other information not specified here but
required in N.C.G.S. 47-30, as amended (1991), to meet the state's plat requirements.
(14) The following certificates shall appear with the final plat submitted to the planning
board by the surveyor. An example of each certificate listed below appears at end of
Chapter.
a. Certificate of ownership and dedication, signed.
b. Certification of approval of water supply and sewage disposal systems, signed.
c. Certificate of accuracy and mapping, signed.
d. Reference to any separate instruments, including restrictive covenants, filed in the
register of deeds office which directly affect the land being subdivided.
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(11) The deed restrictions proposed for the subdivision, if any.
(12) Sketch vicinity map showing relationship between subdivision and surrounding area.
(13) Any other information considered by either the subdivider or the planning board to be
pertinent to the review of the final plat.
(14) The following certificates shall appear with the final plat submitted to the planning
board by the surveyor. An example of each certificate listed below appears at end of
Chapter.
a. Certificate of ownership and dedication, signed.
b. Certification of approval of water supply and sewage disposal systems, signed.
c. Certificate of accuracy and mapping, signed.
d. Reference to any separate instruments, including restrictive covenants, filed in the
register of deeds office which directly affect the land being subdivided.
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306.3. Planning board action.
§ 306
(1) The planning board shall review the final plat for conformance to the land Use Plan
of the Town of Ahoskie, the requirementsof this ordinance, and any other specification
which were agreed upon at the time of the review of the preliminary plat, particularly
that of compliance with AEC standards (see appendices to this ordinance.)
(2) The planning board shall act upon the final plat within sixty (60) days after first
consideration by the planning board. First consideration by the planning board shall be
at the next monthly meeting occurring more than thirteen (13) days after the plat has
been submitted to the zoning administrator. Unless stipulation for additional time is
agreed to by the subdivider and if the planning board fails to take such timely action in
the allotted time, the subdivider may apply directly to the town council for final plat
review.
(3) During its review of the final plat, the planning board may appoint an engineer or
surveyor to check the accuracy of the subdivision layout and the final plat. If substantial
errors are found, the surveying costs shall be charged to the subdivider. The final plat
shall be checked for conformity with the preliminary plat.
(4) If the final plat is disapproved by the planning board, the reasons for such action shall
be stated in writing. The reasons for disapproval shall refer specifically to those parts
of the land use plan or ordinance or regulation with which the plat does not comply.
One copy of such reasons and one copy of the proposed subdivision plat shall be
retained by the planning board. One copy of such reasons, with the tracing and
remainingprints of the proposed subdivision, shall be transmitted to the subdivider. The
subdivider may make the recommended changes after which a revised final plat may be
submitted to the planning board.
(5) When the planning board approves the final plat, such approval shall be indicated on
each copy of the plat by the signed planning board certificate of approval. The final plat
shall then be recorded.
306.6 Record of plat. After approval of the final plat and the affixing of all required
signatures, one (1) print of the final plat shall be returned to the subdivider. The zoning administrator
shall file the approved final plat at the subdivider's expense with the register of deeds of Hertford
County within thirty (30) days of the date of its approval by the Ahoskie Planning Board or such
approval shall be void.
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307. Replatting procedures.
In an approved subdivision, the land can be re -subdivided by following the same procedure,
rules and regulations as prescribed herein for an original subdivision.
SECTION 400. DESIGN STANDARDS
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401. General provisions.
The principles and requirements within this article shall be followed in the development of
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all subdivisions and shall be considered minimum standards.
402. Specific requirements.
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The following standards for urban design shall be minimum requirements;where other official
engineering and public works standards and specifications are more stringent, such higher standards
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shall be used.
402.1. Alleys.
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Alleys shall be provided in commercial and industrial districts, except that the planning
board may waive this requirement when other definite and assured provision is made
for service access, such as off-street loading, unloading, and parking consistent with and
adequate for the uses proposed. No alley shall have access from a major street but shall
have its access point confined to minor streets.
(2)
The width of an alley serving commercial and industrial areas shall not be less than
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thirty (30) feet. Dead-end alleys shall be provided with adequate turn -around facilities
at the closed end as determined by the planning board.
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(3)
Alleys are not permitted in residential districts except when the planning board
determines special conditions warrant a secondary means of access.
402.2.
Blocks. Blocks shall be laid out with special attention given to the type of use
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contemplated.
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(1)
Block lengths shall not exceed one thousand five hundred (1,500) feet or be less than
three hundred (300) feet. Blocks shall not be more than one thousand (1,000) feet
unless there is an approved pedestrian walkway through the block.
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(2)
Blocks shall have a sufficient width to allow two (2) tiers of lots of minimum depth.
Blocks may consist of single tier lots where such are required to separate residential
development from through vehicular traffic or nonresidential uses.
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402.3. Buffer strips. It is recommended that in residential districts a buffer strip of at least
fifty (50) feet in depth, in addition to the normal lot depth required, be provided adjacent to all
railroads, limited access highways, and commercial developments. This strip shall be part of the
platted lots, but shall have the following restriction lettered on the face of the plat; "Phis strip
reserved for the planting of trees or shrubs by the owner, the building of structures hereon is
prohibited."
402.4. Building setback fines. The minimum building setback shall not be less than that
presrn'bed in the Zoning Ordinance for the Town of Ahoskie for the appropriate zone or zones in
which the subdivision exists.
401.5. Culs-de-sac. A cul-de-sac shall not exceed five hundred (500) feet in length measured
from the entrance to the center of the turn -around and shall be designed to be permanently closed
and be provided at the closed end with a turn -round having a minimum right-of-way diameter of one
hundred (100) feet and a minimum travel surface diameter of eighty (80) feet or a circular driveway
twenty (20) feet wide around an island improved with suitable landscaping. Adequate sewer and water
line right-of-way should be reserved to eliminate water line deadends and to provide sewerage outfalls.
402.6 Easements. Utility and other easements shall be provided as follows:
(1) Where a subdivision is traversed by a water course, drainage way, channel, or stream,
there shall be provided a storm easement or drainage right-of-way conforming
substantially with the lines of such water course, and such further width or construction,
or both, as will be adequate for the purpose. Adequacy shall be subject to the
judgement of the planning board.
(2) Where alleys are not provided, easements not less than ten (20) feet wide, centered on
lot lines for both underground and above ground facilities; for use by both public and
private utilities shall be provided along each rear lot line. A rive (5) foot easement along
side lot lines of individual lots may be required when necessary for use by public and
private utilities.
402.7 Grades. Street grades shall conform in general to the topography. The minimum slope
on any street shall not be less than rive -tenths (0.5) percent nor more than five (5) percent for major
thoroughfares and collector streets nor more than eight (8) percent for other streets.
Grades approaching intersections shall not exceed rive (5) percent for a distance of not less
than one hundred (100) feet from the center line of said intersection.
Vertical curves shall have such length as necessary to provide safe sight distances and shall
be approved by the planning board.
402.8. Horizontal curves. Where a center line deflection angle of more than ten (10) degrees
occurs, a circular curve shall be introduced, with a radius on said centerline of not less than the
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A tangent of not less than one hundred (100) feet in length shall be provided between curves.
402.9.
Intersections. Street intersections shall be laid out as follows:
(1)
Streets shall intersect as nearly as possible at right angles, and no street shall
intersect at less than seventy-five (75) degrees.
(2)
Intersections of minor streets with a major street shall be at least eight hundred
(800) feet apart measured from centerline to centerline.
(3)
Property fines at street intersections shall be curbed with a minimum radius of twenty
(20) feet and where the angle of street intersections is less than ninety (90) degrees,
the planning board may require a greater curb radius. Where a street intersects a
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Transportation shall apply.
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Street jogs with centerline offsets of less than one hundred twenty -rive (125) feet for
minor streets and two hundred (200) (feet) for major streets and collector streets
shall be avoided.
402.10.
Lots. Lots shall be laid out as follows:
(1)
Lot sizes, shapes, and locations shall be made with due regard to topographic
conditions, contemplated use, and the surrounding area. Every lot shall front or
abut, for a distance of at least fifty (50) feet, on a public street which has a minimum
right-of-way width of fifty (50) feet.
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Where public water and sewer facilities are available every lot shalt contain not less
than the area prescribed in the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Ahoskie for the
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appropriate zone or zones in which this subdivision exists.
(3)
Residential lots not served by municipal or community water and sewer shall be at
least twenty thousand (20,000) square feet in area, not less than one -hundred (100)
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feet wide at the building line, nor less than one hundred fifty (150) feet deep.
Residential lots served by municipal or community water, but not sewer, shall be at
least fifteen thousand (15,000) square feet in area, not less than ninety (90) feet wide
at the building line, nor less than one hundred twenty -rive (125) feet deep. In no
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instance shall the area of a residential lot be less than the size determined to be
adequateby the Hertford County Health Officer after investigationof soil conditions,
proposed individual disposal system, and depth of ground water. All lots shall
conform with the Zoning Ordinance of the Town of Ahoskie.
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adequate building setback from side streets.
(5) Double frontage and reverse frontage lots shall be avoided except where necessary
to separate residential development from through traffic or nonresidential uses.
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(6) Side lot lines shall be substantially at right angles or radial to street lines.
(7) When lots are required for commercial or industrial uses they shall be adequate to
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provide for the off-street service and parking facilities required by the type of use
and development contemplated. Adequacy shall be subject to the judgement of the
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402.11. Pedestrian walkways. The planning board shall require pedestrian easements or
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walkways be provided through the interior of blocks having a length greater than one thousand (1,000)
feet. Pedestrian easements shall be at least ten (10) feet wide and shall be laid out along property
lines.
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402.12. Right-of-way and pavement widths (within corporate limits). Minimum street right-of-
way and pavement widths which include curb and gutter shall be in accordance with. the thoroughfare
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Street Types Right -of -Way Pavement Width
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Minor streets 50 33
Marginal access streets 50 33
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In industrial areas 60 38
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Other alleys 20 20
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pavement widths in subdivisions outside corporate limits but within the town's one -mile extraterritorial
boundary shall adhere to the minimum standards required by the Department of Transportation for
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402.14 Streets.
1 (1) The arrangement, character, extent, width, grade, and location of all streets shall
conform to all of the elements of official plans for the community and shall be designed
in accordance with the provisions of this ordinance.
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(1) The arrangement, character, extent, width, grade, and location of all streets shall
conform to all of the elements of official plans for the community and shall be designed
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(2) Minor streets shall be laid out so that their use by through traffic will be discouraged.
(3) There shall be no private streets platted in any subdivision. Every lot shall be served
from a publicly dedicated street.
' (4) When a subdivision is adjacent to a major highway, the planning board may require a
marginal access street to provide access for lots fronting on the arterial street or
highway.
(5) Proposed streets which are obviously in alignment with other existing and named streets
shall bear the assigned name of the existing streets. In no case shall the name for
proposed streets duplicate or be phonetically similar to existing street names.
(6) The street pattern shall be such as to cause no hardship in the subdividing of adjacent
properties. The planning board may require the dedication of a street right-of-way to
facilitate the development of adjoining properties.
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SECTION 500. IMPROVEMENTS
' 501. General provisions.
' Final plats for all subdivisions shall not be approved until all the required improvements listed
in this section have been installed or the subdivider has guaranteed to the satisfaction of the town
council that such improvements will be installed according to Section 502.
All improvements shall be made in conformity with the requirements and standards set forth
in this ordinance and other specifications and policies of the town. All improvements shall be
inspected and approved by the town manager as conforming to Section 500. Specifications are on file
' in the office of the town clerk.
Municipal services or facilities shall not be extended or furnished by the town to any
' subdivision established hereafter, either inside or outside the corporate limits, until the subdivider has
entered into an agreement with the town covering the required improvements. (Ord. No. 1988-1, 1-
12-88)
' 502. Guarantees.
502.1. Guarantees in Lieu of Completed Improvements. No final subdivision plat shall be
' approved by the planning board or the town council or accepted for record by the Register of Deeds
of Hertford County until the required improvements have been constructed in a satisfactory manner
and approved by the town manager; or in lieu of such prior construction, the town council shall have
' accepted a bond with surety and conditions satisfactory to the town in an amount equal to 1.5 times
the estimated cost of the subdivider's responsibility. The town may also accept in lieu of bond a
certified check or a cash deposit with the town equal to M times the estimated cost of the installa-
tion. An additional alternative is to accept a "letter of credit" or "line of credit" from a lending
' institution (banks, savings and loan) that specifies a line of credit which will be extended to the town
upon request. This amount may not be used for purposes other than the improvements specified for
the subdivision being approved. The lending institution shall provide assurance to the town council
' in writing that a notice on the specified "line of credit" will be forwarded by the lending institution
to the office of mayor of the town.
With any of these guarantees, improvements shall be made and utilities installed without
additional cost to the town above the original agreement in the event of default by the subdivider.
The cost estimate shall be verified as accurate by the town manager.
502.2 Defects Guarantee. The owner of the subdivision shall require the contractor
constructing streets or any other facility to give bond guaranteeing the work against defects for a
period of one (1) year after completion and acceptance. (Ord. No. 1988-1, 1-12-88)
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503.1. Permanent concrete monuments. Permanent concrete monuments four (4) inches in
' diameter or square, three (3) feet long, shall be placed at not less than two (2) corners of the
subdivision, provided that additional monuments shall be placed where necessary so that no point
within the subdivision lies more than five hundred (500) feet from a monument. Two (2) or more
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of the required monuments shall be designated as control comers. The top of each monument shall
' be designated as control comers. The top of each monument shall have an indented cross metal pin
or metal plate to identify properly the location of the point. All monuments, markers, and control
points shall be shown on the final plat.
' 503.2. Steel or iron markers. Steel or iron markers shall be set at all lot and property comers
and at all other survey points not marked by monuments as determined suitable by the town manager.
Survey markers shall be at least three fourths inches in diameter and shall be sunk vertically into the
' ground until the top is flush with the finished grade, except in sidewalks, streets, and other similar
surfaces where the markers shall be flush with such surface.
' 503.3. Electrical, telephone and gas services. All alectrical,telephone/telegraphand gas services
may be installed underground at the subdividees expense. The Town encourages installation of
underground utilities for aesthetic purposes.
503.4. Streets.
503.41. Grading. The subdivider of any subdivision designed to be used for residential,
commercial, industrial or other purposes shall clear and grade proposed streets according to
provisions of these regulations.
503.42. Paving. The subdivider shall be responsible for the cost and installation of road
foundation materials as specified by the town. The subdivider shall be responsible for the cost and
installation of paving all streets on the final plat in accordance with specifications of the town. All
streets shall comply with the applicable design requirements for right-of-way and paving as specified
under Section 402.12 and 402.13 of this ordinance.
503.43. Curbs and gutters. Curb and gutters shall be constructed on both sides of all streets
' within the corporate limits of the town. Curbs and gutters shall be a combination curb and gutter or
such other construction that the town manager may approve. The subdivider shall be responsible for
all materials and installation necessary to install curbs and gutters. All curbs and gutters shall comply
with the applicable design requirements as specified under Sections 402.12 and 402.13 of this
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503.44. Surface Water. Where, in the opinion of the planning board, a public storm water
' sewer system is reasonably accessible, the subdivider shall connect with the system. The subdivider
shall provide all grading and install all structures necessary to carry the water to the storm drainage
system. Drainage and construction of structures shall conform to town specifications and standards.
' Surface water drainage shall not empty into a sanitary sewer or onto a street.
Where a storm drainage system is not accessible, the subdivider shall provide all grading and
install all structures necessary to properly carry the water to a suitable outlet and locations which are
acceptable to the Town of Aboskie.
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Where drainage ditches exceed grades of four (4) percent, the ditches shall be paved in
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accordance with town standards.
503.5. Sewage Disposal
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503.51. In town. Where a subdivision is within the town limits, the subdivider shall connect
every lot within the subdivision to the sewer system of the town. Sewer connections shall be
constructed under the supervision and approval of the engineering authority of the municipality. The
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town manager shall specify the materials necessary to install the sewer line.
The cost of materials and installation necessary to extend the sewer line shall be paid by the
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subdivider. The cost of materials necessary to serve any area outside of the subdivision shall be paid
by the town.
503.52. Outside of town. Where a subdivision is outside the town limits and lots cannot be
economically connected with a sewerage system, they must contain adequate area for the installation
of approved septic tanks and disposal fields. Whenever individual sewage disposal systems are
planned a representativeof the Hertford County Health Department shall investigate the site to deter-
mine whether or not such individual facilities are feasible. Approval of the county health officer must
be in writing. When individual sewage disposal systems are planned, the minimum lot size shall be
twenty thousand (20,000) square feet.
' When any part of a subdivision outside the town limits is located within two hundred (200)
feet of an existing town sewer line, the subdivider shall be required to install, at no cost to the town,
sewer mains to serve every lot within the subdivision. However, if the subdivider shall petition the
town to annex the subdivision, then the town board may participate in the cost of sewer line extension
to the subdivision.
503.6.Sidewalks. Sidewalks shall be required along both sides ofofficially designated collector
streets where the planning commission determines considerable pedestrian traffic is expected. The
cost of materials and installation for sidewalks shall be paid by the subdivider.
' 503.7. Street lighting. Before final approval of a subdivision plat, the subdivider shall present
to the planning board a street lighting plan developed in accordance with town policy. Public street
lighting future installation fees, if any, shall be paid by the subdivider. Rental fees on the fixtures,
if within the town limits, shall be paid by the town.
503.8. Street name markers. Street name markers shall be provided at all subdivision street
intersections and at any other point within the subdivision deemed necessary by the planning board.
The cost of purchasing the street name markers and poles shall be paid for by the subdivider. The
town shall be responsible for the placement cost of the street name markers.
' 503.9. Water supply. Every lot in each subdivision shall be provided with a water supply
which is ample for the needs of the development proposed.
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503.91. In town. Subdivisions within the town limits shall be supplied with water from the
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town. The water system shall be arranged between the subdivider and the town according to the
water service of the town.
policies
Every lot in each subdivision within the town limits shall be located within five hundred (500)
feet of a six-inch water line and fire hydrant. All fire hydrants shall be installed in accordance with
town policy.
The cost of all materials and installation used in the extension of the water One shall be paid
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by the subdivider.
503.92. Outside of town. In subdivisions outside the town limits, individual water supplies
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(welts) shall be located, constructed and operated in accordance with standards and specifications of
the Hertford -Gates District Health Department. Approval of the county health officer for the
location, construction and operation of the individual water sources must be in writing.
Where any part of a subdivision outside the town lints is located within two hundred (200)
feet of an existing water line of the town, the subdivider shall be required to tie into the municipal
system and install water mains to serve every lot within the subdivision. The cost of materials and
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installation shall be paid by the subdivider. However, if the subdivider petitions the town to annex
the subdivision, the town may participate in the cost of water line extension to the subdivision
SECTION 600. ADMINISTRATION
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601. variances.
The Ahoskie Planning Board may approve subdivision plats which vary from the requirements
of design, but not of procedure or improvements, contained in these regulations upon.
Where topography or other existing physical conditions are such that compliance with the
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requirements of this ordinance would cause an unusual and unnecessary hardship on the subdivider
above and beyond what other subdividers would meet, the minimum requirements as set forth in this
ordinance may be varied by the planning board, provided that such variations will not have the effect
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602. Exceptions.
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The standards and requirementsof this ordinance maybe modified by the planningboard and
the town council in the case of a plan and program for a group, cluster or planned unit development,
which, in the judgement of the planning board, provides adequate public spaces and improvements
for the circulation, recreation, light, air, and service needs of the tract when fully developed and
populated, and which also provides such covenants or other legal provisions as will assure conformity
to and achievement of the land development plan.
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The subdivider must submit a written request stating the reasons for each modification. The
planning board may require such conditions as will, in its judgement, preserve the spirit and intent
of these regulations. These conditions may include but shall not be limited to: surety, performance,
or maintenance bonds; affidavits, covenants, or other legal instruments, as will assure conformity to
and achievement of the plan.
Any modifications thus authorized are required to be entered in writing in the minutes of the
planning board and the reasoning on which the departure was justifiably set forth.
604. Amendwont.
The town council of the Town of Ahoskie may from time to time amend these regulations,
according to G.S. 160A-364, but no amendment shall become effective unless it shall have been
proposed by or shall have been submitted to the planning board for reviewand recommendations.T ie
planning board shall have forty-five (45) days within which to submit a recommendation. If the
planning board fails to submit a recommendation within the specified time, it shall be deemed to have
approved the amendment.
605. Separability.
Should any section or provision of this ordinance be declared by the courts to be invalid for
any reason, such declaration shall not affect the ordinance as a whole, or any part thereof other than
the part so declared to be unconstitutional or invalid.
606. Concoct.
When the requirements of this ordinance conflict with the requirements of other lawfully
adopted rules, regulations, or ordinances of the Town of Ahoskie, the more stringent or higher
requirements shall govern.
607. No service or permit until final plat approval.
No street shall be accepted and maintained by the town, nor shall any street fighting, water,
or sewer be extended to or connected with any subdivision of land nor shall any permit be issued by
any administrative agency or department of the Town of Ahoskie, for the construction of any building
or building improvements requiring a permit unless and until the requirements set forth in this
ordinance have been complied with and the same approved by the Town of Ahoskie. In no instance
shall the requirements of this section prohibit the administrative agency from issuing improvement
permits described in Section 500, after preliminary plat approval when minimum standards of those
improvements in Section 500 are to be met.
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§ 611
To ensure orderly development of the community in accordance with the general principles
set forth in the land use plan, the planning board may require that the subdivider reserve or dedicate
open spaces for such purposes as parks, playgrounds, schools and fire stations in accordance with
Section 400 of these regulations.
609. Town mats when oversize facilities are required.
Whenever the planning board requires that the developer install improvements or facilities
that are either larger, more costly or not normally required by this ordinance, the municipality shall
be responsible for all of the costs of oversizing. The subdivider shall be required to pay only the
portion of the cost of construction that would equal the cost of an improvement required to serve only
the subdivision, as determined by the town council.
The purpose of this section is to guarantee compliance with official town plans and to
preserve equal protection to all the developers in the town.
610. Duty of register of deeds.
The Town of Ahoskie shall file a copy of this ordinance with the register of deeds of Hertford
County. The register of deeds shall not thereafter file or record a plat of subdivision or other evidence
of land subdivision bested within the territorial jurisdiction of the Town of Ahoskie within the
approval of the legislative body as required in this ordinance. The landowner shown on a subdivision
plat submitted for recording or his authorized agent, shall sign a statement stating whether or not any
land shown thereon or described herein is within the corporate limits or extraterritorial jurisdiction
of the Town of Ahoskie as defined herein. The filing or recording of a plat of a subdivision without
the approval of the Planning Board or town council as required by this ordinance, shall be null and
void. The clerk of superior court of Hertford County shall not order or direct the recording of a plat
where such recording would be in conflict with this section.
611. Penalty.
The following penalties as proposed in the General Statutes of North Carolina 160A-375 shall
prevail. Any person who, being the owner or agent of the owner of any land located within the
platting jurisdiction granted to the municipality thereafter transfers or sells such land by reference to
a plat showing a subdivision of such land before such plat has been approved by said legislative body
and recorded in the office of the register of deeds, shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and the
description by metes and bounds in the instrument of transfer or other document used in the process
of selling or transferring shall not exempt the transaction from such penalties. Said municipality,
through its city attorney or other official designated by its local legislative body, may enjoin such
transfer or sale by action for injunction.
Any person(s) violating any provisions of any section of this ordinance, or who shall violate
or fail to comply with any order made thereunder shall be punishable for a fine not to exceed five
hundred ($500). Each day such violation shall be permitted to exist shall constitute a separate offense.
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APPENDICES
SUGGESTED FORM OF CERTIFICATES
Certificate of Ownership and Dedication.
I (we) hereby certify that I am (we are) the owner(s) of the property shown and described hereon and
that I (we) hereby adopt this plan of subdivision with my (our) free consent, establish the minimum
building lines, and dedicate (or provide cash in lieu of dedication for) all streets, alleys, walks, parks
and private use as noted.
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Owner
Owner
Certificate of Accuracy and Mapping.
I, certify that this plat was drawn under my supervision from an
actual survey made under my supervision (deed description recorded in Book , page ___,
etc.) (other); that the boundaries not surveyed are clearly indicated as drawn from information found
in Book page that the ratio precision as calculated is 1:_; that this plat was
prepared in accordance with G.S. 47-30 as amended. Witness my original signature, registration
number and seal this _ day of . A.D.,19_
Seal or Stamp
Surveyor
Registration Number
Certificate of Approval of Water Supply and Sewage Disposal Systems.
I hereby certify that the water supply and sewage disposal systems installed, or proposed for
installation in Subdivision fully meets the requirements of the North Carolina
State health Department and are hereby approved as shown.
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SUGGESTED FORM OF CERTIFICATES
Certificate of Ownership and Dedication.
I (we) hereby certify that I am (we are) the owner(s) of the property shown and described hereon and
that I (we) hereby adopt this plan of subdivision with my (our) free consent, establish the minimum
building lines, and dedicate (or provide cash in lieu of dedication for) all streets, alleys, walks, parks
and private use as noted.
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Owner
Owner
Certificate of Accuracy and Mapping.
I hereby certify that the plat shown and described hereon is a true and correct survey to the accuracy
requiredby the Ahoskie Planning Board and that the monuments have been placed as shown hereon,
in accordance with the requirements of the Subdivision Regulations for the Town of Ahoskie, North
Carolina.
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Engineer or Surveyor
Certificate of Approval of Water Supply and Sewage Disposal Systems.
I hereby certify that the water supply and sewage disposal systems installed, or proposed for
installation in Subdivision fully meets the requirements of the North Carolina
State Health Department and are hereby approved as shown.
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County Health Officer
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Performance Bond.
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I hereby certify: (1) that streets, utilities, and other improvements have been installed in an acceptable
manner and according to town specifications in the Subdivision entitled or, (2)
that a surety bond in the amount of $ or cash in the amount of $
has been posted with the Town of Ahoskie, North Carolina to assure completion of all required
improvements in case of default.
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Town Manager
(2)
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Town Clerk
Certification of Compliance With Area of Environmental Concern Standards.
Any preliminary or final plat shall contain a statement that the subdivision is either located within or
not within a North Carolina Coastal Area Management Act Area of Environmental Concern and be
signed by the local permit officer and local subdivision enforcement officer. The statement shall be
similar to the following.
"This subdivision isrs not located in an Area of Environmental Concern, based on an on -site
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investigation by the local CAMA Permit Officer and the local subdivision enforcement officer in
consultation with the State AEC Field Consultant".
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This further certifies: "This if the subdivision is, in part or totally, in an AEC, all proposed
development in the AEC will conform to develop standards of the State Guidelines for AFC's."
AEC Local Permit Officer
' Ahoskie Subdivision Enforcement Officer
' Certificate of Approval by the Planning Board.
The Ahoskie Planning board hereby approves the final plat for the
Subdivision.
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Chairman, Ahoskie Planning Board
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SUBDIVISION RECORD
PRELIMINARY PLAT
NAME OF
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SUBDIVISION
LOCATION
OWNER
ADDRESS
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TELEPHONE
DESIGNER
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ADDRESS
TELEPHONE
Check List:
Sketch vicinity map showing location of subdivision and surrounding area.
Six (6) copies of preliminary plat at proper scale.
Name of Subdivision and owner.
North point, graphic scale, date.
_ Words "Preliminary Plat" indicated on map.
Boundaries of tract with bearings and distances.
_ Name of adjoining property owners.
The location of existing sewers, water and gas mains and other utilities.
Statement from County Health Department for any septic tank use.
_ Location of all existing natural features.
_ Names, locations and approximate dimensions of proposed streets, easements, parks, and
reservations, lot tines, sanitary sewers,storm sewers, water mains, culverts, electric and gas
lines, and other surface and sub -surface structures and pipe lines.
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Contour maps at required interval.
Proposed lot fines, building fines and approximate dimensions.
Lot and block numbers.
Zoning classification on land to be subdivided and on adjoining land.
Conforms to general requirements and minimum design standards.
Areas to be used for purpose other than residential.
Total acreage in the tract.
APPROVED DATE - TO PROCEED TO FINAL PLAT SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING MODIFICATIONS.
DISAPPROVED DATE - FOR THE FOLLOWING REASONS:
Ilnal Plat Check Ust.
SUBDIVISION RECORD DATED SUBMITTED
FINAL PLAT PRELIMINARY APPROVAL DATE
NAME OF
SUBDIVISION
OWNER ADDRESS
SURVEYOR ADDRESS
CHECK LIST:
Submitted within twelve (12) months of preliminary approval.
Four (4) copies of final plat.
Proper scale of map.
Conforms substantially to preliminary plat.
Names and right-of-way lines of streets and roads.
Lot lines and building fines.
Lot and block numbers.
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Reservations, easements, public areas, or sites for other residential use with explanation or
purpose.
Legal description of boundary lines, street lines, lot lines, building lines, etch.
Contour map.
North point, graphic scale, date.
Location and description of monuments.
Names and location of adjoining subdivisions and streets and the location and ownership of
adjoining unsubdivided property.
Conforms to general requirements and minimum design standards.
Required improvements have been made or S bond posted.
Required certificates.,
APPROVED
DATE
DISAPPROVED DATE
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Town o.
Prepared on behalf of the Planning Board:
Andy Jackson, Chairman
Charles Simmons, Vice -Chairman
Annie Bazemore
Don Ferguson
Raymond Grant
Andrew Hunter —
Louis Mizelle, Jr.
Henry Porter _
Joe Spicer
- Ann Tucker -
Daniel E. Godwin, Alternate Member
Charles Moore, Alternate Member
For the Town Board
and
Arthur Lee Wiggins, Mayor
Russell Overman, Town Manager
Edith Merritt, Town Clerk
With Technical Assistance From:
Mid -East Commission
P.O. Box 1787
Washington, NC 27889
[phone]
Jane Daughtridge,
Planning Director and
Planner -in -Charge
Rhoda Raymond,
Planner/GIS Technician
The preparation of this document was funded in part through a grant provided by the North Carolina
Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as
-`� amended, wlucli is admiaisfeied by the- 0�oftoastalResource Management, NauonafOceame a d
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1996 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
L INTRODUCTION
A. Geographical and Historical Context
The Town of Ahoskie is the largest of six incorporated areas in Hertford County.
Ahoskie has a number of large manufacturing firms and several commercial retail centers.
Roanoke-Chowan Hospital provides quality health care to a regional constituency. A
variety of cultural and recreational opportunities are offered locally. Additionally, the
Town's proximity to the Tidewater area of Virginia offers citizens expanded opportunities
for work and recreation in a metropolitan environment while residing in a more rural
setting.
From a small cross road community centering around a church, Ahoskie has
developed into a regional commercial and employment center. Originally called by the
Indian name "Ahotskey", and referenced as early as 1719 in relation to the area's native
Ahoskian Indian residents, the name was changed in 1894 to its current spelling. The
Town was incorporated in 1893, and the railroad, which still runs through the center of
Town, provided the impetus for economic transition from a small fanning community to
the commercial and employment center of Hertford County.
Although water resources did not play a major role in the development of Ahoskie,
the community is bounded on all sides by creeks and swamp land. Ahoskie Creek flows
along the Town's western and southern borders. Horse Swamp bounds to the north and
White Oak Swamp lies just beyond the Town's eastern boundary.
B. Land Use Planning
Land use planning in response to the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) of
1974, has a long history in Hertford County. The first county plan dated 1976. Prior to
1987, Ahoskie was folded under the county plan. The town first embarked on CAMA
land use planning in 1987, and the first update followed in 1992. This represents the third
land use planning effort in the town. The original plan is utilized as a base for all updates.
This is logical since some of the data incorporated into previous plans are still applicable
today. Consequently, this update will, where applicable, refer to the original 1987 and
1992 documents. New issues not existing in the past will also be addressed.

IL EXISTING CONDITIONS
A. Population
Ahoskie is one of six incorporated municipalities in Hertford County. It is the
largest community at 4, 531 persons (1990 adjusted figures), but like all other towns in
Hertford County, it has experienced declines in population over the past two decades (see
figure 1).
FIGURE 1
POPULATION PATTERNS
Ahoskie NC 1960-1994
Change
Change
C e91979/9
1960
1970
1980
1990
1994
1960 1970
1970 1980
1980 1990
Ahoskie
4583
5105
4887
4531
4562
11.4%
-4.3%
-7.3%
CoficH
•
318
465
407
392
46.2%
-12.5%
Como
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211
89
71
104
1 -57.89/6
-20.2%
46.5%
HarrellsvMe
171
165
151
106
111
.3.5%
-8.5%
-29.80/a
4.7%
Murfreesboro
2643
3508
3007
25901
23431
32 7%
-14.3%
-14.2%
-9.20/a
Winton
835
917
825
796
941
9.8%
-10.0%
-3.5%
5.70/a
UniftcorporstedAreas
14486
13305
13944
14032
14077
-8.2%
4.8%
0.60/a
0.3%
Hertford Comity
22718
23529
23368
22523
22430
3.6%
-0.70/a
-3.6%
-0.4%
Swce: M state oeta tenter
Since 1970, the US Census has recorded population decline in Ahoskie, which was
greatest in the decade from 1980 to 1990. Other municipalities in Hertford County
experienced decline as well. Between 1970 and 1990, all the municipalities in the county
experienced decline either during the 1970s or 1980s or both.
Despite net loss of population over the thirty year period from 1960 to 1990, the
State Demographer based on births, death, and net migration estimates a population
increase in the 1994 figures. Other municipalities that show gains since 1990 are Como,
Harrellsville, and Winton. The estimated increase for Ahoskie is the smallest percentage
of increase among the other municipalities gaining in population. This increase constitutes
less than 1% or 31 persons. Population projections are not available for municipalities
through the Data Center. The data for the county, however, shows population decline
through 2020. It is unknown whether the town's population increase will reverse itself
before the next census. Since the increase thus far, is only 3 Lpersons,-by the year 2000
Ahoskie could experience additional growth, decline or stability.
Migration into Ahoskie from other areas does not constitute a significant source of

population growth. Over 75% of 1990 Ahoskie residents lived within the county in 1985.
FIGURE 2
MOBILITY
Ahoslde Residents,1985 to 1990
Abroad
Outs
Different County in N(
Different House in Hertford 1
same House
Source: 1990 Census of Population and Housing
Therefore, natural increase is the main stimulus for population growth when it occurs.
Mobility of a population is affected by a number of other factors, including age or health
and income. An aging population, which is evident in Ahoskie, will not move as often. In
addition, poverty or weak economic status limits the extent to which individuals can move
seeking economic opportunity. Lack of mobility in Ahoskie generally reflects these other
population and economic trends. Since mobility is relative low, natural increase is the
main stimulus for population growth when it occurs.
The age breakdown of a population reveals the potential of a community for
growth due to natural increase. Ahoskie in 1990 had a large portion of population
between ages 0 and 14, about 22.3% (see Figure 3). Another 27.8% of the population
ranges between the ages of 20 to 39. This group is primarily the child bearing population.
Given a strong portion of the population is at potential child bearing age, future
population growth may be strong. While Ahoskie's elderly population, ages 65 and over,
constitutes 17.1%, less than the group ages 14 and younger, it is still considerably above
the state average at 12%. However, the fact that the population age 14 and younger
-- — _outnumbers the population 65 and over indicates more positive population trends. -_The _
1994 figures reflect that natural increase is occurring, though slowly, to rebuild the
population base.
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Population by Age and Sex, 1990
Age Group
Total
Male
Female Male
Female
0-4
336
145
191
3.30%
4.35%
5-9
351
168
183
3.83%
4.17%
10-14
292
161
131
3.67%
2.98%
22.3% 044
15-19
254
107
147
2.44%
3.35%
20-24
252
119
133
2.71%
3.03%
11.5% 15-24
25-29
309
142
167
3.23%
3.80%
30-34
354
147
206
3.35%
4.69%
35-39
307
139
168
3.17%
3.83%
27.8% 20-39
40-44
209
92
117
2.10%
2.66%
45-49
205
91
114
2.07%
2.60%
50-54
211
92
119
2.10%
2.71%
55-59
216
91 -
125
2.07%
2.85%
60-64
262
104
155
2.37%
3.53%
47.1%25-64
65-69
245
110
137
2.51%
3.12%
17.1% 65+
70-74
201
76
125
1.73%
2.85%
75-79
175
47
128
1.07%
2.92%
80-84
114
32
82
0.73%
1.87%
85+
98
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14
84 --
0.32%
1.91%
4391
1877
2512
42.75%
57.21%
The age breakdown since 1990 is not available for municipalities, but county level
data might be helpful in drawing some inferences about what is occurring in Ahoskie. The
1995 county level age breakdown shows similar trends, including a larger proportion of
the population age 14 or younger than those 65 and older. In general, the population
characteristics show some positive trends. Providing economic opportunity to prevent
this population from migrating out of the area will be crucial to realizing population
growth.
The racial breakdown of Ahoskie residents is shown in Figure 4. In 1990, the
proportion of whites and blacks was nearly equal, with the white population only slightly
greater than that of the black population. A small community of Native Americans exists
in the community, as well. These individuals may well be descendants of the indigenous
tribes in the area, after whom the town was originally named. The ethnic count of
Ahoskie residents does not include any Hispanic residents. However, a look at the figures
on language spoken at home reveals 36 Spanish speaking individuals. The result is an
underestimate of the Hispanic community in Ahoskie. Hispanics may have a greater
influence on Ahoskie in the future, since their numbers are anticipated to rise with
increased reliance on migrant farm labor in the outlying areas of Ahoskie.
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Ahoskie 1990
Persons:
Percent:
White
2173
49.49%
Black
2146
48.87%
American Indian, Eskimo and Aleut
72
1.64%
Asian or Pacific Islander
0
0.00*/0
Other Race
0
0.000/0
Total Population
4391*
0.00%
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Source: NC State Data Center
_ In general, the population trends of Ahoskie since the last plan give cause for
optimism. The population is estimated to be increasing for the first time since the 1960s.
In addition, the age breakdown of the population indicates that there are larger numbers of
young people than older adults. The implication of these figures may be future population
growth, if economic opportunities in the area are sufficient to provide these young people
with viable livelihoods and adequate wages, as they enter the labor force.
B. Housing
The total number of households in Ahoskie rose slightly between 1980 and 1990
from 1,756 to 1,769, but single person households increased from one -quarter of all
_households to one third. This may be partially attributable to an elderly population living
alone. Total housing units increased over the decade, as did single family units. Both
vacancy and renter occupied units increased, reflecting the weak economic conditions
experienced in many areas of the country.
Recent housing starts are few in number. Less than five percent of the buildings in
the town were built between 1985 and 1990. Existing housing stock appears to be aging;
nearly seventy percent (70%) of the total housing stock was built prior to 1969 (see
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HOUSING AGE
Ahoskie 1990
Year Structure Bu flt
Nurnber.
Percent:
1985 to 1990
79
4.16%
1980 to 1984
163
8.590/9
1970 to 1979
357
18.82%
1960 to 1969
294
15.50%
1950 to 1959
396
20.88%
1940 to 1949
307
16.18%
1939 or earlier
301
15.87%
TOTAL
1897
100.00 o
Source: 1990 Census of Population and Wusfnp
About fifteen percent of the structures were built prior to 1939. These structures
constitute some of the historic properties in the town (compare with figure 11). Much of
the existing housing stock, over 80%, contains either 2 or 3 bedrooms. Larger homes are
uncommon; in general, however, the structures in the town are adequate. Less than 2% of
all housing units lack complete plumbing or complete kitchen facilities, which is a result of
CDBG rehabilitation activities.
C. Employment and Income
The towns 1990 labor force numbered 1, 981. Of those, 1, 826 were employed
and 155 were unemployed. 1990 unemployment in Ahoskie at 7.8% was well above the
state unemployment figure of 4.8%. Average 1994 unemployment for Hertford County is
6.4%. Given the economic expansions and openings since 1990, it is likely that Ahoskie's
unemployment rate has declined somewhat and reflects the 1994 county average.
Employment in the town as in other small NC towns is dominated by retail trade;
these jobs are held by 23% of the town's labor force (see figure 6). In 1992, retail
establishments (with a payroll) numbered 81, with gross sales of $78, 891, 000. County
figures, as provided by the NC Department of Revenue, increased from $188, 348, 000 in
1992 to $214, 226, 000 in 1995, or almost 14%. Ahoskie is likely to be responsible for
the majority of this increase. Since 1992, Walmart has located in Ahoskie; the opening of
Walmart would likely put the Town's gross retail sales near $100 million dollars... ,
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EMPLOYMENT SECTORS
Ahoslde 1990
Industry
Persons
Percent
Agriculture, forestry, and fisheries
29
1.6%
Mining
0
0.0%
Construction
81
4.4%
Manufacturim nondurable goods
171
9.4%
Manufacturing durable goods
180
9.90R.
Transportation
79
4.3%
Communications and public utilities
32
1.8%
Wholesale trade
45
2.5%
Retail trade
432
23.7%
Finance insurance and real estate
113
6.2%
Business and repair services
28
1.5%
Personal services
59
3.2%
Entertainment and recreation services
16
0.90/0
Health services
103
5.6%
Educational services
191
10.5%
Other professionaland related services
131
7.2%
Public administration
136
7.4%
TOTAL
1826
100.00%
Source: NC State Data Center
Manufacturing constitutes another important segment of the local economy.
Almost 20% of the town's population is involved in manufacturing of some type.
Manufacturing firms inside the town's planning area are listed in Figure 7. Metal
industries are prominent in the town, these include the following: Easco Aluminum,
Freeman Metal Products, and Lucas Machine and Welding, where a total of 144 persons
are employed. Other important industries include textiles, printing, wood products, and
stone or concrete. The largest manufacturing employer in the tovds jurisdiction is
Ahoskie Apparel. Other significant sectors of employment include educational services
and public administration (see Figure 6). Town residents seek employment in the
educational sector at various public schools in the county, Ridgecroft School, Roanoke
Chowan Community College and Chowan College. Over 10% of Ahoskie residents are
employed at these various educational facilities. Other employment opportunities are
available in public administration.: These jobs can be attributed to local, state, and federal
employment opportunities in the area. Health services, which is a smaller but significant
source of employment for town residents, is largely due to Roanoke-Chowan hospital.

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MANUFACTURING FIRMS
Ahoslde 1996
Finn
Location
Product
Employees
Ahoskie Apparel
Ahoskie
Children's Sportswear
135
Ahoskie Fertilizer
Ahoskie
Blend Fertilizer
20
Air Glass Industries
Ahoskie
Fibftjass Forms
17
Bennett Box & Pallet
Ahoskie
Wooden Pallets
88
Brittenharn Rebuilding Services
Ahoskie
Rebuild Car Parts
16
Commercial Ready Mix
Ahoskie
Concrete/Block/Pi/Sand
9
Easco Aluminum
Ahoskie
Aluminum Billets
34
Freeman Metal Products
Ahoskie
Metal Casket Shells
99
Georaia Pacific
Ahoskie
Lumber/Pine Chips
81
Golden Peanut Company
Ahoskie
Peanuts
.3
H T Jones Company
Ahoskie
Wooden Construction Prod
31
Lucas Machine and Welding
Ahoskie
Machine Sho eklfrt
11
ParkNewspapers —
Ahoskie
Newspapers/Printing
80
Pierce Printing Company
Ahoskie
Commercial Printin
16
Southern States
Ahoskie
Blend Fertilizer
6
Stitch Count
Ahoskie
Embroidery
2
Source: E91 Early, Hertford County Econonic Developrmrt,19%.
Tourism has increasingly become more important at the county level for generating
revenue. Many of the visitors travel from Southeastern Virginia. The town offers three
yearly festivals which draw visitors including, the Ahoskie Indian Summer Days, the
Atlantic District Fair, which includes harness racing, and the Ahoskie Chicken Fest. Other
events nearby also benefit Ahoskie, since the majority of the county's lodging is within
Ahoskie; especially beneficial to the Ahoskie economy are the Bass Tournaments held in
Winton. These events and others throughout the county have been successful in adding
$13.65 million into the county economy in 1993. The preliminary 1994 figures estimate
county travel expenditures at $14.11 million, an increase of more than 40% since 1988.
In terms of income, Ahoskie families are fairly evenly distributed among different
income groups. However, the income levels, in general, are lower than other parts of the
country or state. (1990 median family income in Ahoskie is $21,532, as compared to
$31,548 in North Carolina and $35,225 in the United States). Over thirty percent (30%)
of families in the town earn less than $15,000 dollars annually (see figure 8).

FIGURE 8
INCOME GROUPS
Ahoslde 1990
Families with Income
Number
Percents
Under 5000
98
8.260/.
5000 - 9999
121
10.20%
10000 - 14999
147
12.39%
15000 - 24999
327
27.57%
25000 - 49999
333
28.08%
50000 or more
160
13.49%
Total
1186
' 100.00%
SoLrce. NC Sate Ceta Certer
_The poverty population parallels the amount of population earning less than $15, 000.
The percentage of the total population in poverty is almost 30%. A large proportion of
female householder families with minor children are in poverty, approximately 57.3%,
while only 17.6 %, of individuals age 65 or over are in poverty.
D. Implications
The implications for Ahoskie during the next few years, all else remaining equal,
may be heavy demands for elderly services; gradual increase in elementary school
enrollment; growing influence of Hispanic population with need for special products and
services; and heightened sensitivity to the need for job opportunities to employ the adult
population. The most critical issue, which influences both population and housing
demand, are economic opportunities for work. The ability to stem out migration by
providing opportunities for work will capitalize on positive population trends already
impacting the town.
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III. LAND USE
A. Existing Land Use
The City Limits encompass an area of about 2.6 square miles and the planning
jurisdiction about 10 square miles. As shown on the Existing Land use Map (Map #), the
town is bisected into eastern and western halves by the North Carolina and Virginia
Railroad. A National Register I-Estoric District is located near the intersection of Main
and Railroad streets. It encompasses several historic commercial buildings. A number of
large old homes of local significance are found on Catherine Creek Road just south of the
eastern spur of the rail line.
Industrial uses cluster in the northern half of Town along the rail line. Bennett
Box Company, located at the northern end of Railroad Street, is a large industrial concern
in Town. As part of its box fabricating operation, the company has a lumber yard and
sawmill on site. South of Bennett Box, also along Railroad Street are a number of other
industrial and warehousing operations. Industrial uses extend south to First Street then
east along the rail spur to Catherine Creek Road. Just within the Town's eastern limit is
the Southern States farm supply operation and Georgia Pacific has a large lumber
operation in the eastern extraterritorial area along NC 561. Carolina Billets operates .
inside the extraterritorial jurisdiction, along the southernmost edge of the town's planning
authority.
Ahoskie's commercial area originally developed along Main Street, near the
railroad and between Church Street and First Street. Though the character of the
downtown has changed, the central business district still remains vibrant. More recently,
strip commercial areas have extended along Memorial Drive or US 13. Since the last ,
update, Walmart, Ace Hardware, Duck Thru, Red Apple, McDonalds, and other small
retailers have located on Memorial Drive. There also have been a number of new
commercial developments along NC 42 south of town. These include a furniture store,
auto body shop, and mini warehouses. The commercial activity along the highways, thus
far, has not resulted in large scale closings downtown.
Residential areas make up the majority of land uses within the Town Limits. The
western half of Town is primarily residential and institutional. The eastern half of town
also shows a large residential area mixing with commercial and industrial areas. A
number of residences have been constructed in the northern half of the town limits, but no
new residential subdivisions have been developed since the last update.- Multifamily units ---
are found west of the grade school off Talmadge Street, on the corner of Hayes and
McGlohon streets, and in the southeast corner of town.
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The extraterritorial jurisdiction is confined largely to agricultural and residential
uses, with the exception of major highways. A number of commercial and some industrial
developments line the NC 42 and NC 13 corridors in the extraterritorial jurisdiction.
B. Recent Development/Future Growth
Since 1992, the majority of new development has been residential. However,
several sizable commercial buildings have been constructed within the town's planning
area. Commercial construction can be the result of expansion of an existing business to a
new location or attraction of new business to Ahoskie. An analysis of building permit data
reveals the following uses developed in the last four years:
FIGURE 9
BUILDING PERMITS
- Ahoskie 1992-1995
1992
1993
1994
1995
S/F Residential
9
6
8
2
2/F 3/F Residential
1
3
3
1
M/F Residential
1
1
0
1
Commercial
5
6
5
6
Industrial
0
0
2
0
Total Construction
16
16
18
10
Souree: Hertford County Building hspectons
Since the last land use plan update, a number of residences have been constructed in the
northern half of the planning jurisdiction. These residences were primarily constructed in
three general zones: (1) along Hayes, Richard, Alton, and McGlohon streets, (2) along
Baker and Maple Streets, and (3) along Malibu Drive. The residential units in the first
zone consisted of a variety of duplexes, triplexes, and single family residences. Primarily
single family homes were constructed in the other two zones. One significant multi family
unit with seven (T) units was constructed at the comer of Hayes and McGlohon streets.
New office and institutional, commercial, and industrial uses also located within
the planning jurisdiction. New office and institutional construction includes a volunteer
fire department, law offices, and medical offices. Commercial building includes Ahoskie
—Commons shopping center with Walmart, Ace Hardware, gas stations, fast food -
restaurants, drug stores, mini warehouses, dry cleaners, and furniture store. Light
industrial construction includes an auto body shop and carpenter's workshop.
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C. Land Use Concerns
There are not significant existing land use problems or concerns. Many of the land
use concerns center around future transportation improvements, though some concern has
been expressed for downtown. Since Belks moved and Walmart located on Memorial
Drive, there is some concern about the strength of the downtown economy. Thus far,
commercial space downtown has generally been maintained for commercial occupancy.
The Belks building is the largest vacant site; no proposals are forthcoming for the use of
the building. Therefore, the character of the downtown has fundamentally changed, but a
ngw vibrance has essentially replaced old businesses.
Forthcoming transportation plans, in both the short and long term, will have an
impact on the Towns growth. In the short term, the Transportation Improvement Plan
(1996-2001) lists a bypass of Ahoskie as a project with the estimated timing of 2000. The
result will be to remove through -traffic from Ahoskie public streets, although intersections
with the by-pass will be constructed for the southern and eastern commercial sections.
The project may have some negative commercial impacts, but the bypass will also alleviate
traffic congestion along Memorial Drive in Ahoskie. In the long term, connections of 17
and 64 linking Norfolk and Wilmington are anticipated to generate positive growth.
D. Current Plans, Policies, and Regulations
The following is a list of regulatory mechanisms controlling land use in the Ahoskie
planning area:
Housing Code, adopted 1972
Zoning Ordinance, revised 1989
Mobile Home Park (Zoning)
Flood plain (Zoning)
Sub -Division Regulations, revised 1993
State Building Code
1987, 1992 CAMA Land Use Plans
Nuisance Ordinance
Septic tank regulations are enforced by the County for the ETJ
Other plans which may have an impact on development are:
Hertford County Disaster Relief and Assistance Plan
Ahoslde Thoroughfare Plan, mutually adopted by Town and D.O.T. 1985
N.C. Transportation Improvement Plan
Hertford County Water Conservation Districts Plan
Extension of Services Policy: The Town of Ahoskie participates in the County's
utilities extension policy which provides that the County will pay for the extension of local.
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utilities and upon completion of the extension, operation and management become the
responsibility of the town.
An annexation feasibility study was conducted in 1988, with an updated analysis in
1994. The study outlined four areas as suitable for annexation under the criteria outlined
in the General Statutes. These areas generally can be described as (1) Colonial Acres,
Hertford County Haigh School and US Highway 13 Business, (2) Cofield Road -Catherine
Heights, (3) Highway 13 S (WalMart)-SR 561, and (4) NC Highway 42 South and
Department of Transportation. Due to the complexity of the requirements surrounding
annexation and the capacity of the towels wastewater treatment facility, no annexation
occurred in association with these recommendations. The wastewater treatment
expansion study which should be completed by April of 1996 should revive the discussion
of annexation in the future.
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IV. CONSTRAINTS
A. Land Suitability
As a part of the planning process, local government should consider the general
suitability of undeveloped land within the planning area for future development. Within
Ahoskie's corporate limits, there are few factors constraining land development. The
extraterritorial area experiences more development limitations. Constraints can be
classified into three categories: (1) physical limitations, (2) fragile areas, and (3) areas of
resource potential. Map 2 shows these constraints for the planning area.
(1) Physical limitations are conditions which make development costly or which
cause undesirable consequences when developed. They include hazard areas such as flood
prone areas, airports, tank farms and nuclear power plants; soil conditions such as poorly
drained, non -compacting, shallow, or septic limiting soils; water supply sources such as
groundwater recharge areas, public water supply watershed, and well fields; and areas
with high erosion potential where the predominant slope exceeds 12% where bulkheads
may be built in the future.
There are low-lying flood prone areas along Ahoskie Creek and White Oak
Swamp. Ahoskie does participate in the National Flood Insurance Program, which
requires regulation of construction in such areas. There is also a manmade hazard located
in the planning area. Flammable liquids are stored in bulk though the location is not a tank
farm but rather a home heating and gas supplier. It is located on Rhue Street. The county
airport is another manmade hazard but is well outside the planning area.
Being an urbanized area, soil factors do not play as great a role for development
inside the corporate limits; however, the extraterritorial jurisdiction will experience soil
limitations (see Figure 10 ). A large area of Leaf loam soils found east of town on either
side of White Oak Swamp present severe limitations for development. Nine of the other
ten soils in the area also have septic limitations. In the absence of access to municipal
wastewater treatment, development in these areas will experience problems.
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FIGURE 10
SOIL CHARACTERISTICS
Aboskie NC
Limitations for.
Sod
Septic
Depthto
Code
Tim
Slope
Bldgs
Tanks
Runoff
Water Table
AtA
Altavista fine sandy loam
0-2%
Severe
Severe
Moderate
1.5-2.5
BB
Blob
0%
Severe
Severe
I Moderate
0.5.1.5
BoB
Borman loanny sand
0-6%
SWA
Moderate
Low
3.5-5.0
CaA
Caroline fine sandy loam
0-2%
IModerate
Severe
Moderate
>6.0
CaB
Caroline fine sandy loam
2-6%
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
>6.0
CoB
Conetoe loam sand
0-5%
Severe
Slight
Low
>6.0
CrA
Craven fine sandy loam
0-1%
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
2.0-3.0
CSrB
Craven fine sandy loam
14%
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
2.0-3.0
CsA
Craven Urban Land Complex
0-2%
Moderate
Severe
Moderate
2.0-3.0
GoA
Goldsboro fine sandy loam
0-2%
Moderate
Severe
I Sli ht
2.0-3.0
LF
ILeaf loam
00/0
Severe
Severe
I High
0.5-1.5
Ln
Lenoir loam
00/0
Severe
Severe
High
1.0-2.5
1:
Lynchburg fine sandy loam
01/6
Severe
Severe
Moderate
0.5-1.5
NoA
Norfolk loamy fine sand
0-20/6
Slight
Moderate
Sli bt
4.0-6.0
Ro
Roanoke loam
00/0
Severe
Severe
High
0.0.1.0
RuA
Rumford loarny sand
0-3%
Swit
SwIt
Swit
>6.0
Se
Seabrook barny sand
00/0
Severe
Severe
Moderate
2.0-4.0
TaB
Tarboro sand
0-5%
Severe
Severe
LOW
>6.0
Ud
JUdortberds, sandy
00/0
-
WN
Wrbanks sRtyby barn
00/0
Severe
Severe
High
0.0.1.0
Prime Farm Soils
Sod characteristics va • on site investigarn
needed
Souris: Soil awry of HMford County, USDA, SC$ July 1984.
Ahoskie obtains its drinking water from five public wells on four well sites located
in areas which are already highly developed. A well site is located in each of the four
quadrants of town. Both Kerr Plastics and Carolina Billets have their own wells which
they use to substitute for or supplement municipal supplies. The groundwater supply is
somewhat erratic in the planning area. Volume may be plentiful, but quality is often poor.
A water table aquifer, which recharges underlying artesian units, lies close to the surface in
many soils and is very vulnerable to pollution from septic tanks, industrial and municipal
waste disposal, landfills, and agricultural activities. Neither the Town nor the county
have chosen to initiate local regulatory protection of groundwater recharge areas, and no
major problems have been encountered as a result of development.
Steep slopes will not limit development in the Ahoskie planning area.
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(2) Fragile areas are those which are easily damaged or destroyed by inappropriate or
poorly planned development. These include coastal wetlands, outer banks sand dunes,
ocean beaches and shorelines, estuarine waters and shorelines, public trust areas, complex
natural areas, areas that sustain remnant species, areas containing unique geologic
formations, registered natural landmarks, wooded swamps, prime wildlife habitats, scenic
and prominent high points, archaeological and historic sites, maritime forests, "404"
wetlands, and others. Most of these fragile areas are located in the outer coastal region.
Historic sites, "404" wetlands, and estuarine and public trust areas are the extent of
potential fragile areas in Hertford County. Ahoskie Creek is considered a public trust
area, and the downtown Historic District is nationally registered. There are 18 national
register properties in the town. Brief descriptions of these may be found in Figure 11 at
the end of this section. Though the State Department of Cultural Resources has not
conducted an intensive inventory of archaeological sites in Hertford County, there are
currently 16 recorded sites recorded in the Ahoskie planning area. In addition, the
Department believes there is a high probability of other unknown sites. The above
represents the only fragile areas within the planning area.
(2)a. Surface Water
The Town of Ahoskie is situated at the convergence of three 14-digit hydrologic
units in the Chowan River Basin in southwestern Hertford County. Ahoskie Creek (Sub -
basin 03010203050011) is about half contained in Hertford County with the lower half in
Bertie County. It represents a total of 68,750.8 acres; is home to just over 8,000 people
including portions of three municipalities; is dominated (nearly 60%) by a variety of forest
types; includes about 33% agricultural land use; and contains 55.2 miles of streams, but no
open water areas. The largest portion of Ahoskie lies in the northeastenmost section of
the sub -basin at its convergence with Horse Swamp, Bear Swamp (Sub -basin
03010203050020) and another Ahoskie Creek (Sub -basin 03010203050030) as they flow
to the Chowan River by way of the Wiccacon River tributary. Ahoskie Creek (Unit 030) is
situated mostly in Hertford County, but partly in Bertie County. It is east of Ahoskie
Creek (Unit 011). It represents a total of 13,743.8 acres; is home to about 2,300 persons
including parts of two municipalities; is dominated (over 65%) by a variety of forests;
includes about 31% agricultural land use; and contains 16.2 miles of streams and 36.7
acres of open water. A small portion of eastern Ahoskie effects this sub -basin. Horse
Swamp, Bear Swamp hydrologic unit lies to the north of Ahoskie Creek. It represents a
total of 9,421.8 acres; is home to just over 2,200 people, including only one small portion
of the Town of Ahoskie, and no other municipalities; is dominated (59%) by a variety of
forests; includes about 28% agricultural land use; and contains 11.4 miles of streams and
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2.5 acres of open water.
Water quality information provided by the state is predicated on the Division of
Environmental Management (DEM), Water Quality Section, "Use Support" data, which
indicates the classes of uses which are being or should be supported in each water body.
There are four categories of Use Support: Full, Threatened, Partial, and Non -supporting.
The Use Classes for freshwater are: WS, B, C, SW, HQW, NSW, ORW. Class WS
waters are designated to support withdrawal for public water supply. Class B waters
should support primary recreational uses (swimming on an organized or frequent basis)
plus C activities. Class C waters should support secondary recreation (swimming on an
uporganized or infrequent basis), aquatic life propagation and survival, agriculture, and
other non -water supply or non-food related uses. The supplemental classes of SW
(Swamp Waters), HQW (High Quality Waters), NSW (Nutrient Sensitive Waters), and
ORW (Outstanding Resource Waters) may apply to open water areas where these
descriptions are appropriate. Stoimwater Disposal Rules apply to development that
requires a CAMA major permit or disturbs more than 1 acre of land along all Class B and
C waters in the coastal region.
At specified sampling stations, water is tested for dissolved oxygen, temperature,
acidity (pH), turbidity, fecal coliform bacteria, chlorophyll a, ammonia, arsenic, cadmium,
chromium, copper, lead, nickel, mercury, zinc, chloride, fluoride and selenium. To be
deemed "Fully supporting" the standard criteria for any one pollutant cannot be exceeded
in more than 100/c of the measurements. "Partially supporting" status applies to those areas
in which any one pollutant exceeds standard criteria in 11-25% of the measurements.
"Non supporting" status applies to areas in which any one pollutant exceeds the criteria in
more than 25% of the measurements.
Open water use class information for the hydrologic units affected by Ahoskie
shows Class C Uses for all of the open waters and stream miles in the three hydrologic
units effected by Ahoskie. Total open waters represent only 39.2 acres, or less than 1% of
the open waters in the county. The use support data indicates that none of the open water
acres within these three hydrologic units are "supporting." Stream miles (separate from
open water) show no "supporting" status in either of the Ahoskie Creek sub -basins. Use
Status is about evenly divided between "partially supporting' and "non -supporting".
However, 93% of the stream miles in Horse Swamp, Bear Swamp Sub -basin are fully
supporting. All waters are classified as NSW (nutrient sensitive waters).
There are no obvious indicators and no specific data provided by the State as to
the causes of water quality problems in the area. At least two of the six impaired streams
within these sub -basins appear to have headwaters in municipalities.
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FIGURE 11
HISTORIC DISTRICT: REGISTERED PROPERTIES
Ahoskic, 1996
FORMER UNITED STATES POST OFFICE 201 W. Main Street
The former post office, completed in 1940 is considered one of the most significant buildings in the District. It is an important
example of contemporary federal agency architectural design and construction at the close of the depression period. The post office was
moved to its present location in 1975 and now functions as Town Hall. Postal work areas have been remodeled for offices and a council
room.
MITCHELL HOTEL 131-135 W. Main Street
The Mitchell Hotel, built in 1910, was Ahoskie's second "modem" hostelry. It was a three story brick building with hotel rooms
on the upper floors, the lobby and dining room on the west side of the first floor and Mitchell's Drag Store and soda fountain on the east
side of the first floor. By 1915, the name had been changed to Manhattan Hold and then in the late 1920s it was changed back to Mitchell
Hotel.
MITCHELL HOTEL ANNEX . 127-129 W. Main Street
A 1923 map shows a one story brick building divided into two storefronts. The second floor was added in 1925 as an annex
to the adjacent Mitchell Hotel building.
......a."r�.an.m.nn.wQacrecks�ne-oanxsmam enuunce7tReinDTbTMi arrC oter, laces Railroad Street
which had become the Town's center rather than Main Street. The two story building is designed in the Beaux-Arts style and faced with
cut limestone. The main floor was double height with a high ceiling banking room lighted by five round arched windows along Main
Street. The bank's main entrance is recessed under the tall arched opening facing North Railroad StrccL
SAWYER-BROME FURNITURE COMPANY 126 W. Main Street at N. Mitchell Street
Constructed in 1924, this is considered one of the District's important buildings. The Main Street facade incorporates
decorative glazed terra rota, the only example of its use in Ahoskie. Fires in 1925 destroyed all the frame buildings in this bokc, leaving
only this new building and two earlier brick buildings on North Railroad Street.
E.L. GARRETT BUILDING 110-122 N. Mitchell Street
The first floor storefronts of this 1938 building have been adapted to a variety of uses since the buliding was built. The second
floor. faced with clinker brick and roofed with gable roof instead of the more typical flat roof, housed a roller skating rink when the
building was initially opened.
M.H. MITCHELL FURNITURE COMPANY ANNEX N. Mitchell Street
M.H. Mitchell built this building in the late 1940s as an annex to his furniture store which fronted on North Railroad Street.
The building's large glass display windows, recessed entry, and plain second story are typical of the commercial struetares built in the late
1940s.
E.J. GEROCK DEPARTMENT STORE 102 E. Main Street
The Roanoke Chowan Times noted in October 1910 edition that "Mr. E.J. Gerock is having a large brick store that, when
completed, will be perhaps the most handsome in town". The Main Street facade of the building, completed in 1910, is divided into three
sections with pilasters which extend about the front parapet wall.
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(3) Areas of resource potential are those such as prime farmland, valuable mineral
sites, publicly owned forests, parks, fish and game lands, privately owned wildlife
sanctuaries and other non -intensive outdoor recreation lands. These lands might be
considered for protection from development which would alter or destroy their natural
productive potential.
Much of the Ahoskie planning area outside the city limits is currently used for
agriculture. Agricultural officials have observed that prime farmland will be of major
importance in providing the natiods short and long range needs for food and timber.
Prime farmland is determined by its soil characteristics and by its present use. Urban land
cannot be classified as prime. The outlying planning area contains several prime farmland
soils, with one fairly extensive area in the western portion of the ETJ. Though there has
been very little development over the past five years, land conversion does appear to be
occurring in the open areas of the ETJ more often than in the incorporated area. The
planning area contains no other areas of resource potential.
B. Carrying Capacity Analysis
As a part of the planning process, local government should consider its ability to
provide basic community services to meet anticipated demand, including any deficiencies
which will need future attention in order to accommodate growth. Basic community
services are municipal (1) water, (2) sewer, (3) schools, (4) solid waste (landfills), (5)
police and fire protection, (6) streets and other transportation system concerns, and (7)
public administrative ability. Demand is estimated using population projections in relation
to current use and foreseeable social or economic change.
(1) Water Service - Ahoskie's five (5) wells have a maximum daily capacity of 1.4
million gallons per day (gpd). Water storage capacity is 900,000 gallons. Average
demand for 1995 is 750, 000 gpd. Since 1992, there has been a small decrease in water
demand, amounting to about 9%.
(2) Sewer Service - Ahoskie operates a wastewater treatment system of the land
application type with a design capacity of 901,000 gpd. Average daily flow in 1995 was
reported to be 768, 000 gpd. The Town was under a court judgment decree for exceeding
their capacity in recent years. System improvements were completed in April of 1991. An
analysis of the infrastructure located several leaks which have also now -been repaired and
flow is showing marked reductions. The Town has minimized the instances where
capacity is exceeded.

Currently, the town is undertaking a wastewater treatment expansion study in an
effort to upgrade the sewer system and improve capacity. The study should be completed
by mid 1996. The town will then be able to consider annexation, as well as, other growth
issues.
(3) Public Schools -In 1989, the high school and middle school consolidated in
Hertford County. Two elementary schools and the senior high school are located in
Ahoskie. Other county schools are located in Winton, and Murfreesboro. The total
system serves an enrollment of just over 4,400 students (1994/5), representing an increase
of 8% since 1988/9. Post -secondary education is offered by Roanoke-Chowan
Community College, near the Ahoskie planning area, serving an average quarterly
enrollment of over 800 students (1994/5). Enrollment at Roanoke-Chowan has increased
almost 20% in the last five years. In addition to these standard services, Shaw University
provides a degree program with classes held each evening at R. L. Vann School.
(4) Solid Waste Disposal - Residential solid waste is collected curbside once a
week. The town currently utilizes a private contractor to handle waste removal. This
includes solid waste and recyclables. Glass, some plastics, newsprint, and aluminum are
recycled products. Other products and commercial garbage are picked up by the
contractor and carried to the regional landfill in Bertie County. The town continues to
pick up yard waste and white goods. Currently, the town pays approximately $30 per ton
on tipping fees. This cost is covered entirely by user fees.
(5) Police & Fire Protection - Ahoskie funds a 26-person police department, with
17 full time, 5 part time, and 4 dispatchers for a police protection ratio of about 1
policeman for every 175 persons. This represents a very good protection ratio. The
Town also participates in the Roanoke-Chowan Narcotics Task Force, which is a multi; -
county law enforcement team developed to help combat drug crime in the area. Overall,
the largest number of police calls are for Breaking & Entering, Larceny, and Drug
Crimes.
Five full-time firemen and an average of 30 volunteers provide fire protection for a
ratio of 1:130 citizens. The Town currently owns three pumpers and 1 utility vehicle or
equipment truck. The department responded to 351 calls in 1995, for an increase in usage
of almost 60% since 1990. The fire insurance rating is 6 on a scale of 1-10 with 1 being
highest. Since the last planning period, the fire insurance rating has improved one point.
The Ahoskie Rescue Squad serves emergency medical needs within the planning
jurisdiction. The squad is certified at the EMT-D level, meaning they are qualified to '
defibrillate patients in cardiac arrest. There are 38 active members on the roster operating
2 ambulances. In 1995, there were 905 calls received.
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(6) Transportation Network - The lack of a major Interstate highway in this area
has been cited as one of the factors limiting growth in northeastern North Carolina. A
thoroughfare plan was prepared and mutually adopted by the Town and the N.C.
Department of Transportation in 1985. The only project which might impact Ahoskie
from the State's 1996-2001 Transportation Improvement Plan is a proposed eastern by-
pass for US 13 from NC 42 south of town to the Winton bypass on the north side.. The
design phase of this project is scheduled to begin in 1996, though construction will not
begin until 2000.'
The Town is responsible for regular street maintenance on routes inside the
cprporate limits. Since the last land use plan update, the town has completed a $625, 000
resurfacing project of streets throughout the town. In addition, some previously dirt
streets have been paved.
(7) Public Administration - Ahoskie operates a Council -Manager form of.
government. The Townes tax rate is $ .74 per $100 valuation. There are 4 municipal
departments, including Fire, Police, Public Works (Sanitation/Streets/Water & Sewer),
and Recreation. The Town employs a total of 65 people.
The major factor limiting growth in Ahoskie is inadequacy of the sewer system.
However, the town is currently working to upgrade this system. By the next plan, it is.
anticipated that sewer capacity will be significantly increased. All other municipal services
should be more than adequate for anticipated population growth.
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V. POLICIES
1992 POLICY ASSESSMENT
An assessment of prior policy implementation is one means to determine if new
policy choices need to be made for the updated plan. Sometimes local conditions change
in such a way as to make old policies obsolete, but if no significant change has occurred,
and if local opinion about priorities has remained fairly constant, then the Town may wish
to repeat policies and strategies that were implemented in the past five years.
The Town of Ahoskie listed 36 strategies for implementing the 1992 policy
stsatements. Five of those were not applicable during the planning period. For the
remaining 31 strategies, the Planning Board reviewed the list and rated the Town's
performance. Based on that review, the Town achieved a score of 21.5 or just over 69%
implementation rate.
Scoring Key:
+ = Strategy completed or attempted
'/2 = Strategy partially addressed
- = Strategy not attempted
1. Resource Protection
to discourage inappropriate development in area with unsuitable soils
review zoning scheme with County Soil Conservationist to assure development
densities are not inconsistent with existing soil types
rezone those areas with particular soil weakness in the absence of acceptable
alternatives
to discourage development in areas not served by municipal wastewater treatment
services
+ support decision of County Environmental Health Division concerning septic tank
permits
- inform the Town Manager of all septic tank permits issued in the planning area
1/2 extended wastewater services to areas in which number of septic tank permits
warrants extension of services
to consider support for federal decision with regard to 404 wetlands in the
jurisdiction __ - --
+ rely on federal and state regulations to protect these lands
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to encourage preservation of significant historic structures in its planning area
+ support adaptive reuse of these structures
+ consider adoption of historic district overlay zone in the commercial district
to allow bulk fuel storage and airstrips only as conditional uses in heavy industrial
use zones
+ enforce current zoning regulations ,
+ to support and rely upon the County's Emergency Management Plan for all
evacuation needs
to continue to pursue suitable well sites for future water supplies
+, discourage high density of noxious development in the area surrounding future
well sites
to support use of package treatment plants only in soils unable to support septic
tanks and where extension of services is not feasible
+ support enforcement of DEM requirements for such plants
to seek improved means for handling storm water runoff.
+ work with qualified engineering firm to study alternative methods for handling
storm water
to help industry develop without negatively impacting fragile areas
+ provision of municipal services to industry where feasible
+ ; discourage development of any industry with severe public health risks
n/a to discourage bulkhead installation along Ahoskie Creek if marshes are
found to exist
2. Resource Production and Management
to discourage conversion of prime farmland to other uses to the extent reasonable
for property owners
+ support State and Federal programs which discourage farmland conversion,
without imposing additional restrictions
to support commercial forestry as an employer of citizens
support programs which re -seed cleared land
+ enforce zoning which allows lumber operation only in specified areas
to monitor development in relation to the capacity of municipal services
n/a for proposals, calculate a cost to the system in terns of resource usage
n/a include cost analysis with request for building permits in substantial developments
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3. Economic and Community Development
to support location or expansion of industry within the planning area
+- cooperate with Hertford County's Industrial Development Commission
+ rely on Zoning Ordinance for appropriate location of such industries
to work with all developers to provide water and sewer service in areas currently
unserved
+ hear proposals for extensions and approve, when feasible
to support and update the zoning ordinance and map
+, strict enforcement of Zoning regulations
1/2 rezone only areas which do not disrupt the town's established pattern of growth
+ assess the current regulatory documents
+ involve Town Manager, Planning Board, and Town Council
+ to support, participate in, and benefit from State and Federal Programs
to consider the proposal for siting an electric generating plant in planning area
n/a , approve request for generating plant only in ETJ areas of sparse development and
low development potential
to continue the present level of support for beneficial tourist activities
+ participate in regional efforts to encourage tourism in Hertford County
to strongly support residential development in areas currently served by water and
sewer
1/2 scrutinize extension of services into areas not currently service
4. Storm Hazard Mitigation
to continue discouraging high density development along Ahoskie Creek and in the
flood prone areas of the ETJ
n/a restrict extension of services in these areas
n/a support Federal disincentives for withholding the financing in flood prone areas
+ to participate in and remain subject to the Hertford County evacuation plan
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1996 POLICY OBJECTIVES
A.- Resource Protection
The Town is located in the heart of Hertford County. Ahoskie Creek, an Area of
Environmental Concern, flows through the southern half of the planning area.. White Oak
Swamp, a floodprone area, lies in the eastern portion of the jurisdiction.
The Town supports local, state, and interstate efforts to preserve and enhance the
quality of the County's valuable water resources and its productive agricultural land.
Creeks, freshwater wetlands, and limited areas of woodlands are the major natural
areas found in the Ahoskie planning'region. The Town will not support development that
significantly degrades the quality of its surface waters and wetlands or has adverse effects
on their use as habitat for fish and wildlife. Most of the region's creeks and wetlands are
floodplain areas. The Town will not support development in areas with natural hazards
unless such development fully complies with all applicable development controls. These
areas are currently zoned R-20 Residential -Agricultural, which is the lowest density
district designation. There are two small areas in the central Ahoskie creek area which are
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oned Light Industrial; one being the Carolina Billets property and the other, the. old
wastewater treatment plant facility..
The Town encourages new development and welcomes new industrial and
commercial concerns. The Town supports all development that protects natural areas and
in turn, enhances the quality of life for local residents. It is important that natural and
cultural resources be protected from the impacts of development during construction and.
over the long term.
The Town will work with developers of large residential and industrial projects to
insure that land development will not have negative impacts on water quality. Innovative
stormwater control measures will be encouraged. The Town's zoning ordinance will
ensure that high density development occurs in areas served with municipal stormwater
controls.
Groundwater resources supply Ahoskie residents with water. Planners and local
officials have only recently begun to understand the sensitivity of this valuable resource.
Reports indicate that in recent years there have been substantial declines in the level of
underground reserves. Moreover, environmental officials realize that groundwater
resources across the state are threatened by the more than 37,000 underground storage
tanks that are estimated to have leaks. New local development should not have negative
impacts on local groundwater quantity and quality. The Town will not support
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development locally and in other areas that may cause future shortfalls in groundwater
supply or pose severe risks to the quality of underground waters.
The following is a listing of policy objectives the Town has adopted to protect its
natural resources. Included are strategies that the Town will attempt to implement over
the next five years in an effort to achieve these policy goals.
(1) Constraints to Development
a., SOIL SUITABILITY - The Town's extraterritorial
jurisdiction contains areas with weaknesses in soil suitability for
development. It shall. be Ahoskie's policy to discourage
inappropriate development in areas with these weaknesses. In
order to accomplish this, the Planning and Zoning Board will
closely review development :. projects in the ETJ before
recommending rezonings, conditional uses or variances.
b. SEPTIC TANK USE - Since Ahoskie does provide
municipal wastewater treatment services, septic tanks are only used
for new development in the extraterritorial jurisdiction. As stated
above, there are areas in the ETJ which have soil limitations for
septic tanks. Especially in the east and northeast sector of the ETJ
and along Ahoskie Creek in the southern sector, Leaf and Bibb soils
are. present in large areas. This has been a limiting factor for
development in these areas over time. It shall be the policy of the
_ Town of Ahoskie to generally discourage development in areas
not served by municipal wastewater treatment services.: In
order to accomplish this, the Town will support decisions of the
County Health Department, Environmental Health Division, in its
issuance or denial, of septic tank permits in its jurisdiction. , As
municipal capacity can accommodate it, Community Development
Block Grant funding could be sought to extend services to areas of
need which are willing to be annexed into the town limits.
Economic Development grants for extension of services might also
be pursued for any industrial development outside ,the Town's
service area.
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(2) Local resource development issues relative to Areas of Environmental
Concern (AFC's)
a. LAND USES AND DEVELOPMENT DENSITIES IN
PROXIMITY TO OUTSTANDING RESOURCE WATERS
(ORW's) - The only area of environmental concern in the planning
area is Ahoskie Creek. There are no ORW's within the Ahoskie
Planning area. This issue does not apply.
(3) Protection of Wetlands Identified as of the Highest Functional
,Significance on Maps Supplied By Division of Coastal Management
Mere Available)
a. No maps were supplied for this purpose. This does not
apply.
(4) Other hazardous or fragile land areas
a. FRESHWATER SWAMPS AND MARSHES - White Oak
Swamp is a floodprone area but not considered a specific fragile
area and no marshes are in the area. This issue does not apply.
b. MARITIME FORESTS - There are no maritime forests in
the Ahoskie Planning area. This issue does not apply.
C. POCOSINS AND 404 WETLANDS - There are no
pocosins in Ahoskie's planning area. Several areas may be
considered 404 wetlands by the current delineation scheme of the.
Army Corps of Engineers. It shall be the policy of the Town of
Ahoskie to support federal decisions with regard to 404
wetlands in its jurisdiction and the Town will rely on federal and
state regulations to adequately protect these lands.
d. OUTSTANDING RESOURCE WATERS (ORW areas) -
There are no ORW's within the planning area. This issue does not
apply.
e. SHELLFISHING WATERS - There are no shellfishing
waters in the planning area. This issue does not apply.
f. WATER SUPPLY AREA AND OTHER WATERS WITH
- — - — SPECIAL VALUES - The Town does not utilize surface water as a --- -
water supply and there are no other surface waters with special
values. This issue does not apply.
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g. CULTURAL AND HISTORIC RESOURCES - Ahoskie is
one of the "youngest" incorporated areas in Hertford County, so its
historic resources are not as significant as other localities in the
county. Nevertheless, the Town takes pride in its historic
commercial district. It shall be the policy of the Town of
Ahoskie to encourage preservation of significant historic
structures in its planning area. The Town supports adaptive
reuse of these structures and preservation by private owners.
h. MANMADE HAZARDS - The only manmade hazard in the
planning area is bulk storage of flammable substances in the form of
home heating fuel. This is located at Eastern Fuels on Highway 42.
A former airstrip on Jernigan Swamp Road near the ETJ is no
longer in use. The Town's policy is to allow bulk fuel storage as
a conditional use only in areas zoned for heavy industrial use,
and it assures through its zoning regulations that adequate buffers
or other safeguards are established to protect the public. Airstrips
would also be allowed only in areas zoned for heavy industrial
use.
(4) Means of protection of potable water supply
The Town's potable water supply is taken entirely from
groundwater. Five wells supply the Townes needs. There is not
great consistency in the ability to locate high quality groundwater
wells. Because the experience in this area is erratic, it is difficult to
protect particular areas based on their potential as well sites.
However, protection of potable water supply is an extremely
important aspect of future growth potential. It shall be the Towns.
policy to continue to pursue suitable well sites for future water
supplies. As suitable sites are found, the Town will discourage
high density or noxious development in the surrounding area
-- through the zoning ordinance.
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(5) Use of package treatment plants for sewage disposal
There have been no requests for package treatment plants in the
jurisdiction over the past five years. The Town's policy is to
support the use of these plants in locations where soils do not
support septic tanks only if extension of existing municipal
service is not feasible. If package treatment plants are allowed,
the Town supports enforcement of DEM requirements for such
plants..
(6) Stormwater runoff and its impact on coastal wetlands surface waters
or other fragile areas
Stormwater runoff from municipalities often has a significant
impact on water quality. The Town of Ahoskie maintains storm
sewers which drain to Ahoskie Creek and White Oak Swamp.
There a.;, no ccactal �tlands to impa� in He :`..: Cc :a V, W.d
the only surface waters nearby would be in Ahoskie Creek, which is
periodically dry. White Oak Swamp would be included in the
natural drainage pattern in the planning area and would be affected
byIlocal stormwater runoff. The stream miles located nearest White
Oak Swamp are classified as 93% supporting; however, the
Ahoskie Creek use class status shows no stream miles are listed as
"supporting." Use class status is about equally divided between
partially supporting and non -supporting in these sub -basins. It shall.
be the Town's policy to seek better ways of handling
stormwater runoff. Toward this end, the Town will continue to
work with qualified consultants to study alternative methods. The
Town also participated in the storm drain stencilling project and
will continue to participate in worthwhile projects to inform the
public and prevent pollution.
(7) Marina and floating home development and dry stack storage facilities
for boats
There are no marinas or dry stack facilities in the planning area.
Dry stack facilities would be subject to warehouse provisions under
the local zoning ordinance if such a project should be proposed.
This issue does not apply.
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(8) Industrial impact on fra ilg a areas
Industrial development in Ahoskie is located near Ahoskie Creek,
but its impact is minimal since the Town provides water and sewer
service and the types of industries are not noxious polluters. It is
the Town's policy to help industry develop without imposing
negative impacts on fragile areas. Primarily, this is accomplished
through provision of municipal services to the industry where
feasible. The Town would not support development of any new
industry which might impose severe health risks on the public.
(9) Development of sound and estuarine system islands
There are no sound or estuarine islands in the planning area. This
issue does not apply.
(10) Restrctic—, of de e-'o;.:r ... ,.-n ss p to c e t r E.
water that might be susceptible to sea level rise and wetland loss
This issue does not apply.
(11) Sjpland excavation for marina basins
Ahoskie Creek is not suitable for marina development. This issue
does not apply.
(12) Damaging.of existing marshes by bulkhead installation
The only possible area where this might be construed to apply
would be in the southernmost portion of the jurisdiction along
Ahoskie Creek. If indeed such development were feasible, the
Town's policy is allow appropriate bulkheading in accordance
with CAMA standards and regulations.
(13) Water Quality Problems and Management Measures Designed to
Reduce or Eliminate Local Sources of Surface Water Problems
Surface water in all three of the hydrologic units effected by
Ahoskie consist of 39.2 acres of open water and another 82.8 miles
of streams. Ahoskie is one of three municipalities in two counties
which falls within the hydrologic boundaries. It constitutes about
2% of the total acreage and 35% of the total population within the
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3 hydrologic units. Both of the Ahoskie Creek units have generally
poor water quality, with about half of the waters rated as Partially
Supporting and half rated as. Non -Supporting. The Horse
Swamp/Bear Swamp unit is rated as 93% Supporting. The Town's
policy is to support state and county programs aimed at
improving water quality through public education and
meaningful state regulations.
B. Resource Production and Management `
Ahoskie is located in the center of Hertford County, in the heart of rural
northeastern North Carolina. Directly or indirectly, many residents are involved in the
development of the County's natural resources. Crop and pastureland accounts for 26%
of all land in the County. Woodland, much of which is used as commercial forestland,
accounts for 67% of all land in Hertford County.
. Most of the land within Ahoskie's Town limits has been developed for urban uses,
however most of the land outside of Town is used for agriculture. The Town encourages
the use of adjoining rural areas for -agricultural production and will support all efforts to
ensure the viability of the County's agricultural economy. The Town is concerned with
preserving areas with prime farmland soils. At the same time, agricultural uses should not
have negative impacts on sensitive areas such as Ahoskie Creek or on historic or
archaeological resources. The Town supports diversification of the local agricultural
economy.
The County has 151,700 acres of forestland. Much of this is used for commercial.
forestry activities. The Ahoskie area has'several lumber mills and wood/paper processing
operations. The Town supports the presence of the lumbering industry in the area and
encourages expansion of commercial forestry and wood processing operations if these will
have no significant impacts on residential areas and local natural resources. In all cases,
the Town desires that cleared areas be replanted as soon as possible.
The streams and creeks in the Ahoskie area are not large enough to support
commercial fishing activities. Recreational fishing does occur on a limited scale in the
Ahoskie area.
There are currently no areas in or around Ahoskie where mining or other mineral
production activities are taking place. The Town will support mining and quarrying
activities only if those activities can be shown to -have -no adverse impacts on the Town's
agricultural and water resources.
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The following is a listing of policy objectives the Town has adopted to protect and
manage its productive natural resources. , Included are strategies that the Town will
attempt to implement over the next five years in an effort to achieve these policy goals.
(1) Productive agricultural lands ,
Prime farmland soils are present in the extraterritorial jurisdiction.
It shall .be the policy of the Town of Ahoskie to discourage
conversion of prime farmland to other uses to the extent
reasonable for property owners. .The Town does not wish to
impose additional restrictions, but will support State and Federal
programs which discourage conversion of prime farmland.
(2) Commercial forest lands _
Commercial forest lands are not highly prevalent in the planning
area, but the industry has a significant impact on employment in the
area.. It is the Town's policy to support commercial forestry
and to maintain it as. a viable employer for its citizens. The
Town supports programs to re -seed cleared land, and it enforces
zoning which allows lumber operations in specified areas.
(3) Existing and potential mineral production areas
There are no existing mineral production areas, and no potential
areas are known to exist. This issue does not apply-
(4) Commercial and recreational fisheries
There are no nursery or habitat areas, no outstanding resource
waters and no trawling activities which apply, to this jurisdiction.
No policy has been developed.
(5) Off Road Vehicles
Off road vehicles are sometimes a nuisance within Ahoskie's
jurisdiction, but they do not currently pose a threat to resources.
This issue does not apply.
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(6) Development impacts on any resources
Development over the past five years has not imposed negative
impacts on the town's resources. Limited wastewater capacity
during the last update caused a development moratorium of sorts to
be in ' effect until improvements to the • system were made.
Additional improvements are needed now. This was not a burden
since there has been very little new development over the planning
period. For future consideration, it shall be the policy of the
Town of Ahoskie to monitor development as it relates to
municipal service capacity. This will be accomplished by
calculating a "cost" to the system in terms of resource usage of a
proposal. The "cost analysis" will be included with all requests for
building permits for substantial expansions or new development.
(7) Peat or phosphate mining s impacts on any resource
There are no such operations or potential operations in the planning
area. This issue does not apply.
C. Economic & Community Development
Ahoskie. is the population and employment. center of Hertford County. More
people live in Ahoskie than any other community in the area. Since the end of .19th
century, residents from all parts of Hertford County and from adjoining counties, have
come to Ahoskie to work and to shop. The Town values its position as leading the
County in residential, commercial, and industrial development, and intends to focus efforts
on programs that strengthen and enhance this position.
The Town supports expansion of existing industries and welcomes new
commercial and industrial concerns to the Ahoskie area. However, new industrial
development should not have negative impacts on the natural environment or the area's
historic and cultural resources. New commercial and industrial development should
enhance the quality of life for local residents.
The Town encourages the location of "clean" non-polluting industries, and those
that provide both technical and professional positions. Garment -fabricating operations,
non -water consumptive food processing firms, textile milling plants, printing firms, and
electronic manufacturing or assembly plants would be appropriate new industries for the
Ahoskie area. The Town supports the location of commercial enterprises - both large
retail operations, and small owner -operated commercial and service firms. New
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tourist -oriented operations would be viewed as an asset to the area. The Town has a
number of vacant commercial and industrial buildings. The Town encourages new or
expanding fines to locate in existing structures, rather than to invest in new construction.
The Town is especially concerned with keeping its commercial downtown area vibrant.
Land within the Town has been developed for urban uses, primarily residential in
nature. Outside of Town, the area is rural; agricultural uses predominate. The Town
appreciates this pattern of development. To that end and to provide for the efficient
delivery of public services, the Town will encourage new development demanding urban
services to locate within the city limits or in areas already provided with local services. In
general, outlying areas will be reserved for agricultural and low density residential uses.
When new development cannot be accommodated within serviced areas, the Town will
support their development in appropriate locations outside of Town and when feasible,
will provide public services.
The Town will discourage the use of private package sewage treatment facilities.
Instead, new large residential developments and industrial concerns will be encouraged to
locate within the service area of the Town's sewage treatment plant. There should be
adequate capacity to accommodate new demand generated over the next five to ten years.
The Town is committed to maintaining and enhancing the quality of life in
Ahoskie. The Town supports reuse of existing structures and redevelopment in areas
were reuse is not feasible. The Town supports improving its existing housing stock, as
shown by its current participation in the Community Development Block Grant Program,
and supports new. residential construction, especially development that will serve the
housing needs of the elderly and of low and moderate income groups.
The Town values local natural resources such as Ahoskie Creek, and regional
resources such as the Chowan River, for the recreational and aesthetic amenities they
supply. The Town supports state and federal programs that will assist the Town in
attaining its objectives for protecting and managing these and other resources, and for
assisting in efforts for community development. These include but are not limited to
public access programs, programs for conserving prime farmland and preserving water
quality, highway improvement programs, economic and community development
programs, and programs which assist in preserving historic and archaeological resources.
Following is a listing of policy objectives the Town has adopted to provide for
community growth and for the economic development of the Jown. Included are
strategies that the Town will attempt to implement over the next five years in an effort to
achieve these policy goals.
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(1). Types and locations of industries desired
Ahoskie would provide the most positive support for non-polluting
industries which provide technical and professional staff. Based on
past trends, the town expects to attract industries such as garment
fabricating operations, textile milling, printing firms, and assembly
operations. It shall be the policy of the Town to support
expansion of existing industry or location of new industry
within the planning jurisdiction. Ahoskie will continue to
support and work in cooperation with Hertford County's Economic
Development Commission in efforts to, recruit industry to the
Ahoskie area. The Town will primarily rely on its Zoning Ordinance
and Official Zoning Map to assure appropriate location of such
industries.
(2) Local commitment to providing services to development
Ahoskie and Hertford County.have a long-standing partnership
arrangement with , regard to policies on extension of services.
Generally, the County fronts the cost for extending lines and the
Town then assumes responsibility for service and maintenance. To
the extent feasible, where excess capacity exists, it shall be the
policy of the Town of Ahoskie to work with all developers to
provide water and sewer service in areas currently unserved.
The Town Council will hear proposals for such extensions and, if,
feasible; will approve such requests.
(3) Types of urban growth patterns desired
Ahoskie has established its desired patterns of urban growth
through its zoning ordinance and map. The ordinance was updated
in 1989 . Rezoning requests have most frequently been associated
with commercial or office and institutional proposals and are
considered on a case by case basis. It shall be the Town's policy
to support the adopted zoning ordinance and map and to
update these planning tools as necessary. This shall be
accomplished by strict enforcement of the zoning regulations; by
allowing only those rezoning actions which do not unduly disrupt
the Town's established plan for growth patterns; and by ongoing
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assessment of the adequacy of current documents. The Town
Manager, the Planning Board and the Town Council all participate
in this strategy. Sustainable development away from the existing
urban cluster will not be discouraged.
(4) Types. densities, location of anticipated residential development and
requisite services
Residential development in Ahoskie consists of single family and
multi -family dwellings. Current density is about 730 housing units
per square mile (inside the corporate limits). Residential areas are
scattered throughout the planning area, with heavy concentrations
in the western half of town: This trend is expected to continue, and
the Town will most strongly support residential development in
areas currently served by water and sewer. However, all
residential development which will enhance living standards for
Ahoskie residents will be favorable to the 'town. Extension of
services into areas not currently serviced will be under scrutiny over
time. The Land Classification map reflects expectations. The Town
uses a private contractor for solid waste removal. Households are
charged $15.50 per month for collection and disposal.
(5) Redevelopment of developed areas
To the extent that this issue applies to fragile coastal areas.
threatened by erosion or storm damage, this issue does not apply.
(6) Commitment to State and Federal programs
The Town of Ahoskie supports, participates in, and benefits
from several State and Federal programs. Highway
improvements, Federal Flood Insurance Program, CDBG
community revitalization, Small Business Association loan.
programs and small business incubator, Natural Resource
Conservation Service; FHA financing, Cooperative (ag) Extension
programs, and others. The issues of dredging, port facilities, and
military facilities do not apply here. Since Ahoskie Creek is
intermittently dry, the public access issue has no real significance,
either.
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(7) Assistance to channel maintenance and beach nourishment projects
This issue does not apply.
(8) Energy facility siting and development
The Town of Ahoskie's electricity needs are served by N.C. Power,
and no generating plants are sited locally. It will be the Town's
policy to consider any proposal for siting of electric generating
plants within the planning area. If such a facility can be located
in the ETJ in areas. of sparse development and low development
potential, it is likely that the Town would approve the request.
Because the Town is far removed from the OCS exploration issue,
no policy has been established with regard to this. Hertford County
hosts a natural gas pipeline at this time, but it is located outside
Ahoskie's jurisdiction.
(9) Trnirkm
As mentioned earlier, Ahoskie is one of, the youngest towns in
Hertford County. It serves' as a residential, , commercial. and
industrial center, but it does not consider itself a."tourist town" in
the sense that there are no seasonal population impacts and no
scenic or natural resources which would be "promotable" for tourist
purposes, beyond the old commercial district in the downtown area.
Nevertheless, the Town participates in regional efforts to.
encourage tourism in Hertford County and welcomes area visitors
to take advantage of the amenities offered by the Town. It shall be
the Town's policy to continue the present level of support for
tourist activities which may prove beneficial to the Town.
(10) Public Beach and Waterfront Access
Ahoskie Creek is considered a public trust area, but the only
portion of the planning area where public access makes sense might
be the extreme southeast sector. The "urban waterfront" has not
been developed as an asset since the Creek does not have constant
flow. No public access projects have been pursued by the
Town in the past, and none are anticipated during the next rive
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D. Continuing Public Participation
The preparation of Ahoskie's Land Use Plan was the responsibility of the Ahoskie
Planning Board.. A workshop session introducing Board members to the planning process
was held for the county and all towns updating plans on January 16, 1996 in conjunction
with the Regional Planner of the Department of Environment, Health, and Natural
Resources,. Division of Coastal Management. The planning group agreed to meet monthly
to work on the plan. The planning consultant began meeting with the Board on January
17, 1996
At their first meeting, the Planning Board agreed that soliciting public input would
be an important goal of the planning process. The Town Council had adopted a public
participation plan which included development and administration of a survey which
would ask citizens to rank the importance of several land use issues. These surveys were
distributed to civic clubs, and were kept on hand at the Town Hall so that people paying
water bills, conducting official business, or simply stopping by were able to express their
opinions in an anonymous manner from the end of December until the end of February.
The Planning Board and Town Council will be the primary groups through which
public input will be accepted as the planning program continues over the next five years.
The Planning Board will continue to meet monthly to assist the Council in implementing
the strategies for attaining policy objectives on resource protection, production, and
economic and community development proposed in the 1992 Land Use Plan. Following
the example of the current planning program, soliciting public input will be a primary goal.
of all future planning endeavors.During the update period, public attendance at Planning
Board meetings was tied to specific zoning situations as they arose. It is very difficult to
generate public interest in the absence of pressing land use issues.
. The Planning Board and the Council recognize the importance of keeping the
citizenry informed of current planning concerns and of receiving the comments and
concerns of local residents. Thus, the Town has adopted the following policy objectives:
(1) Means for public education on planning issues
ssues
In a small town such as Ahoskie, "word-of-mouth" is often the
most utilized means of informing and educating the public on
planning issues. The Roanoke-Chowan7 News -Herald newspaper
has been, and continues to be, very cooperative in reporting on
planning issues. Often, the Town utilizes the services of
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professional planners 'from the Region Q Lead Regional
Organization for large projects related to land use planning. Other
professionals are also called upon to educate and inform both the
public and the public servants during the course of specialized
projects. The Town has found this to be adequate, and no further
means of planning education are envisioned at this time.
(2) Means for continuing public participation in planning
As evidenced by the public turnout at public hearings ` on
controversial planning actions or proposals, the citizens of Ahoskie
are quite willing to make their feelings known when the issue has
personal meaning to them. The Town will continue to conform to
the requirements for holding public hearings on planning issues and
to exceed those requirements if the situation warrants. Individuals,
as well as civic and social groups have easy access to the Town
Manager, Town Council members, and Planning Board members,
who are all willing to hear general suggestions. No additional
activities are planned for soliciting public participation over the next
five years.
(3) Means for obtaining citizen input for LUP policy statements
The Town adopted a formal Citizen Participation Plan prior to the
beginning of the planning process, which described the ways in.
which the Town would solicit public input for its land use plan
update. A copy of this resolution is included in Appendix A at the
end of this document. The major component for acquiring input
was the opinion survey.
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PUBLIC SURVEY ,
RESULTS
The following survey was published in the Roanoke-Chowan News -Herald with a
request for Ahoskie citizens to complete the form and return it. Only 9 responses were
received, so scoring is low and ranking has several tie scores. The maximum possible
score would have been 36.
Points for ranking of priorities:
4=11igh priority; 3=Medium Priority; 2=Low Priority; 1=Unimportant Now
RANK
SCORE
1.
Safe and adequate city water supply.
32
1.
Recruitment and expansion of industry.
32
2.
Upgrade and expand Town streets.
31
3.
Promote services and facilities for the elderly.
30
4.
Improve solid waste management/recycling efforts.
28
4.
Protection of forestry resources.
28
5.
Inadequate storm drainage.
2_
5.
Attract non-polluting industries.
27
5.
Expand sewer system to areas where septic tanks are
27
discouraged or prohibited.
5.
Protection of prime farmland.
27
6.
Expansion of cultural and recreational facilities.
26
6.
Promote services and facilities for young people.
26
7.
Historic Preservation.
24
7.
Increase downtown development.
24
7.
Promote residential development inside city limits.
24
S.
Conservation of wetlands/areas of environmental concern.
23
8.
Recruitment of small specialty shops.
23
9.
Support development of shopping centers.
17
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E. Storm Hazards: Mitigation. Post Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans
North Carolina is well-known for the hurricanes and tropical storms that batter its
coastline and the tornadoes that ravage inland areas. Typically, the bulk of hurricane
storm damage occurs in coastal areas however, hurricanes and tropical storms have caused
severe damage in inland areas in the past. Thus, even inland counties and their local
municipalities must effectively plan for storm hazards. This section summarizes the
actions Hertford County and the Town of Ahoskie have undertaken to protect residents
and resources from the damaging effects of hurricanes and other major storm events.
(1) Hazard Areas
In the Ahoskie region, areas adjoining Ahoskie Creek and areas
subject to flooding in the northern and eastern portions of the
planning region are those areas most threatened by a major storm
event. As shown on the Map of Land Use Constraints (Map 2),
Ahoskie Creek is an Area of Environmental Concern. This sensi-
tive area may be threatened by damage due to flooding or wind, but
not likely by erosion or wave action. The creek is the center of a
Zone B floodplain as defined by the Federal Insurance
Administration. F000dplain areas also border White Oak Swamp in
the eastern half of the planning area and Horse. Swamp in the
northern extraterritorial area. Flood -prone areas are moderately
threatened by damaging forces such as high winds and flooding.
The Town is fortunate in that all areas in the community seriously
threatened by damage from storms are basically undeveloped. As
shown on the Map of Existing Land Use, there has been no
development in the area of either Horse or White Oak Swamps.
The major portion of the shoreline of Ahoskie Creek is also
undeveloped, although a small strip of commercial development has
occurred near the creek where N. C. 11/42 crosses over the stream
bed. '
(2) Storm Hazard Mitigation
a. The Town of Ahoskie is subject to North Carolina building
codes for structures and enforces zoning restrictions for
development, but does not impose greater restrictions for the
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purposes of hazard mitigation. The area subject to hazards in the
planning area does not warrant extensive policy effort since little
development exists in those areas, and the land is not well suited for
future development.
b. It shall be the Town's policy to continue discouraging high
density development along Ahoskie Creek and in the flood
prone areas of the ETJ. This may be accomplished by restricting
the extension of services in these areas. The Town also supports
Federal disincentives with regard to withholding of financing in
flood prone areas.
c. There is no local policy for public acquisition of land in hazard
areas. The current local budget would not support this strategy.
d. It shall be the policy of the Town of Ahoskie to participate
in and remain subject to the Hertford County evacuation plan.
For the most part, Hertford County is considered safe haven in the
event of coastal storms. Nevertheless, in 1980, Hertford County
adopted a plan to guide the actions of various local officials in the
event of a major storm occurrence in the County. Ahoskie is under
the jurisdiction of this plan, (the Hertford County Hurricane
Evacuation and Shelter Plan ) which was revised 1992. Two
groups have been formed to implement the plan. In Ahoskie, the
number of people likely to require evacuation is minimal. A
Control Group exercises overall direction and control of hurricane.
evacuation operations and reconstruction activities immediately
after the storm event. This group is composed of the chairman of
the Board of County Commissioners, the mayors of all
municipalities in the County (including Ahoskie), and the County
Emergency Management Coordinator. A Support Group provides
personnel and material resources for the actions requested by the
Control Group. The Support Group also provides direction to
personnel engaged in operations and provides data and
recommendations to the Control Group. This group has 26
members including Ahoskie's Town Manager, the Chief of Police,
the Chief of the Ahoskie Fire Department, and the president of the
Ahoskie Rescue Squad.
The Evacuation Plan details the duties and responsibilities of each
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c
member of the Control and Support • Group as a storm event
unfolds. Five levels of increasing preparedness (Conditions 4-0) are
outlined; a "Reentry" stage constitutes a sixth. The plan identifies
eight "potential problem areas" - which would be evacuated during
Condition 1. The Edgewood Drive area of Ahoskie has been
identified as an area where storm damage could be severe.
Residents of this area would be evacuated during Condition 1, early
in the storm event. Evacuees would be moved to either the
Ahoskie Graded School on North Talmage Avenue or to Hertford
CountyHigh School off N. C. 561.
(3) Post Disaster Reconstruction
a. Reentry into affected areas will be directed by the Control
Group. Upon reentry, the County Tax Assessor, a member of the
Support Group, will assemble personnel and conduct a damage
assessment. Should damage from a storm be especially severe, the
County has the authority to impose a temporary moratorium on all
development in the area. Such a measure would be used only if
damage to a particular area is very serious and if redevelopment of
the area in the same manner would pose residents with similar
health and safety problems in the future.
b. After emergency operations to restore public health and safety
and initial damage assessment are completed, the Town Council.
will assume responsibility for ensuring orderly repair and rebuilding
in the Town.
c. The Planning Board will act as an advisory group to the Town
Council to form the primary task force for reconstruction. CAMA
permitting officers would be included in redevelopment planning for
any areas where CAMA permits would be necessary. The state and
federal agencies involved in coordinating local storm hazard
mitigation and hurricane preparedness activities are listed in
Appendix B.
d. The Town advocates the following schedule for staging and
permitting repairs and construction in the Town: first priority -
replacement of essential services such as power, water, sewer,
telephone, and roadways; second priority - minor repairs; third
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priority - major repairs; fourth priority - new development. All
repairs and new development will be in conformance with
applicable state and local development controls including the state
building code and the Towels zoning ordinance - including local
floodplain regulations.
e. The repair or replacement of public infrastructure would be a
major issue for Ahoskie in the event of catastrophe. The recovery
task force would make a determination regarding relocation to less
hazardous locations of infrastructure which was substantially
destroyed. Cost and benefit analysis would be the guiding principle
for all repair and replacement proposals.
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VI. LAND CLASSIFICATION
A. Purpose
Ahoskie has adopted a system of land classification and an official Land
Classification Map to assist local officials in attaining policy objectives in the areas of
resource protection and production, and economic and community development. Seven
broad categories of land classification have been developed by CAMA for use by local
governments in delineating maps of Land Classification. The Town of Ahoskie's map sets
out a proposed development pattern for the Ahoskie planning region. Based on this
classification scheme, the Town has designated areas it believes are , appropriate to
accommodate additional growth and development, and areas it believes would be better
left in their natural condition.. The classifications reflect proposed future land uses and
attempt to link land use, policy objectives, and implementation actions. The map of Land
Classification (Appendix A) is the same as that adopted by the Town in 1992, however
several minor, terminology modifications have been made to reflect changes in CAMA
guidelines over the past five years.
B. Classification Scheme
The Town's land classification scheme is based on the guidelines for land
classification outlined in the Coastal Area Management Act's Land Use Planning
Guidelines.
(1) Developed
In the Developed Classification, land uses are urban in character, densely
developed, and provided with municipal services including water and sewer, recreational
facilities, streets and roads, police, and fire protection.
The Developed classification encompasses all land within the corporate limits of
the Town. On the 1981 Land Classification Map, both Transition and Developed areas
were shown within the corporate limits. In its 1993 Land Use Plan, the Town stated that
it will encourage new development to locate within the city limits whenever possible. By
applying the Developed classification to all areas within Town, local officials are
attempting to facilitate this pattern of development. Similarly, the Developed classification
reflects the existing pattern of service provision as all areas within the city limits are
serviced by public water and sewer. For the 1996 update, the Town still intends to
encourage development inside the corporate limits, and this classification is valid as
delineated in 1993.
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(2) Urban Transition
Urban transition is a new classification since the 1987 update. This class is a
hybrid of the old Transition class. Generally, urban transition areas are anticipated to
resemble the Developed Class within the next 5 to 10 years and to which services will be
provided during that period. These are areas which might be considered for annexation in
the near future.
In 1993, Transition areas adjoined the Developed area and bordered the major
highways entering the community. Services did extend into the Transition area; however,
no areas designated Transition were completely serviced.
As shown on the Map of Land Classification, the 1996 Urban Transition areas
adjoin U. S. 13 as it enters the Town from the east and as it exits the Town on the north.
In the western half of the planning region, Transition areas are found along N. C. 42 and
N. C. 561. A small Transition area borders the Town Emits on S. R. 1101 and while a
larger area is found along S. R. 1415.
The Town's 1981 Classification map showed a small area along U. S. 13 south,
just within the extraterritorial boundary, in the Community classification. This area along
Highway 13 is already fairly intensely developed. Most of this development has been for
industrial and commercial uses rather than residential uses, and local planners expect this
type of strip commercial development to continue over the next several years. Thus, to
reflect existing and future land uses, consistent with state planning guidelines, the area
along U. S. 13 east of Ahoskie was classified Urban Transition in 1992 and retains that
classification for 1996. The Urban Transition classification also has been applied to
Ahoskie's satellite annexation at the junction of N. C. 561 and N. C. 11.
(3) Limited Transition "
Areas meeting the intent of this classification are predominantly residential, less
dense development or less intense use, although some service may be offered. Normally
these areas encompass developing land which is not suitable for traditional high density
development. Ahoskie has not chosen to use this classification in describing lands within
its planning area.
(4) Communit
The Community Classification is suitable for areas with low density mixed use
development in a rural landscape which relies on septic tanks. Municipal sewer is not to
be provided as a catalyst for growth.
Two small areas outside of Town adjoining the one -mile extraterritorial boundary
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are shown in the Community classification. One small Community area is found along S.
R. 1415 to the north; another larger. area is found at the junction of U. S. 13 and S. R.
1130. These designations reflect the low to moderate density residential development that
has occurred in both these areas. Some commercial development is found in the area
along U. S. 13. Neither area classified Community is served with public water or sewer.
The Town supports continued development of these areas, however, it is unlikely that
services will be extended to these outlying areas in the next five years.
. (5) . Rural
The intent of the Rural Classification is to describe very low density development
used for agriculture, forestry, mineral extraction, or other uses which may be hazardous or
noxious and require isolation from population centers.
The Rural Classification encompasses most of the land outside of Town. These
are areas of scattered residential development, farmland, and woodland. A subdivided
area adjacent to the existing corporate limits in the north -central section of the jurisdiction
is wooded land platted by heirs many years ago and not currently developing nor
anticipated to develop. within the planning period. Agricultural uses predominate in the
Rural area. The Town supports agricultural activities in outlying Rural areas.
(6) Rural with Services
The intent of this new classification is to identify rural areas which are served by
rural water systems in order to avert water quality problems.
No areas have been classified under this classification in the Ahoskie Planning,
Area.
(7) , Conservation
The Conservation Class designates areas in the Ahoskie planning region the Town
believes should be kept in their natural condition. These are unusually sensitive natural
resources and include Ahoskie Creek, which is an Area of Environmental Concern. As
shown on the Map of Land Classification, the Conservation class encompasses Ahoskie
Creek east of N. C. 42, and extends inland 75 feet from both its banks. The 1987
Classification Map also notes several additional Conservation areas: the area of Ahoskie
Creek west of N. C. 42, and the land 75 feet along either side of Whiteoak Swamp and
Horse Swamp. The Town recognizes the sensitivity of these natural areas and values
them for their importance as wetlands rather than for development. In an effort to direct
new development to other more appropriate areas within the planning region, these water
and wetland areas have been designated Conservation.
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VII. RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES & LAND CLASSIFICATION
Really very few of the required CAMA issues significantly apply in the Ahoskie
planning area. Soil suitability concerns, wetlands, potable water supplies, and prime farm
soils make up the bulk of resource issues addressed. The policies are basically pro -
development and outline a desire to encourage in -fill development in order to take
advantage of existing municipal services inside the corporate limits whenever possible.
Recognizing soil limitations for septic tanks in some areas prompted a policy proposal
which would assess ETJ soils in relation to current zoning in an effort to better manage
development. These areas fall under the Rural and Community classifications. Economic
apd Community Development policies will effect the Developed and Urban Transition
Classifications. At the same time, the impact of some policy actions such as those dealing
with growth management issues will have an effect in all land classes.
VIIL INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION & REVIEW
The Towns Land Classification Map has been designed to guide the actions of
private developers and of public agencies at all levels of government, in activities affecting
land development in the Ahoskie region. The plan was developed so that the planning
objectives set forth in the Ahoskie Land Use Plan will enhance the land use goals of
neighboring communities, the County, and the coastal region as a whole. Already the
Town has a long-standing "partnership" with the County regarding extension of services
policies and collective issuance of building permits. Ahoskie hopes to work with the
County Environmental Health Specialist and the Natural Resource Conservation Service in
an effort to determine the consistency of present zoning designations and existing soil
limitations in areas not served by municipal sewer service. Ahoskie also relies heavily on
the regulatory expertise of State and Federal agencies to protect local resources. The
Town will work with public groups noted in this plan, or others which present themselves,
to ensure that the planning objectives and policy actions adopted as part of this planning
effort will be implemented as the Town develops over the next five years.
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APPENDIX A
Maps
Citizen Participation Plan

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A RESOLUTION: THE CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
FOR INPUT ON THE 1996 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
In accordance with the North Carolina Administrative Code 15 NCAC 7B.0215, as amended,
regarding public participation in land use planning efforts, the Town Council of the Town of
Ahoskie, Hertford County, North Carolina hereby resolves to support public educational
efforts and participation techniques to assure that all segments of the Townes population have
full and adequate opportunity to be informed of proceedings and decisions relating to the
1996 Ahoskie Land Use Plan Update.
The elements of this citizen participation plan shall include but not be limited to the following:
(Y) The Ahoskie Planning Board, which is an appointed, diversified citizen group, shall be
responsible for supervision of the update process and shall make recommendations to
the Town Board regarding the preliminary and final draft versions of the plan.
(2) An opinion survey/questionnaire shall be used to solicit public opinion. The survey
shall be distributed by some or all of the following methods:
(1) newspaper cut-out for return by mail or to drop box,
(2) presentations at local civic clubs,
(3) direct pick up at Town Hall, with a drop box available in the same location,
(4) direct mail to absentee property owners of land subject to CAMA restrictions.
(3) News articles and reports of Planning Board meeting activities shall be provided by
local newspaper, The News Herald for publication.
(4) All meetings of the Planning Board shall be public meetings, whether they be regularly
scheduled or supplemental meetings. A calendar of the projected work schedule will
be posted in all public buildings.
(5) The Town Council shall hold a public hearing prior to formal adoption of the final
update as describe in T15A:NCAC 7B .0402(a), posted and advertised at least once in
a newspaper of general circulation, with such notice appearing at least 30 days prior to
the hearing date and stating the date, time, place, and proposed action, and that copies
of the plan may be viewed at a particular office of government during designated
hours.
This resolution hereby adopted this the 415e day of February, 1996.

Hazard
Town of
1996
Areas
Ahoskie
TECHNOLOGICAL AND
NATURAL HAZARDS
N AEC
® HISTORIC DISTRICT
® 100 YEAR FLOOD ZONE
0 WATER SUPPLY WELL
® TOWN BOUNDARY
® ETJ
® 14 DIGIT
HYDROLOGIC UNIT
0 600FEE1200 1800
The preporaiion of this mop was financed in part through
o grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal banagement
Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone
Idanagement Al of 1972. as amended, which is administered
by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

W14
Tow
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6rNC CAMA
COUNIIES
Land Use
Town of Ahoskie
1996
LAND USE
RESIDENTIAL
COMMERCIAL
® INDUSTRIAL
INSTITUTIONAL
UNDEVELOPED
® TOWN BOUNDARY
® ETJ
® 14 DIGIT
HYDROLOGIC UNIT
0 600FEET 1200 1800
The preparoiion of this mop was financed in port through
a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastol Management
Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone.
Management. AcQ of 1972, as amended which is administered
by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management,
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.