Land Use Plan Update-1988

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Town Of River Bend
LAND USE PLAN
UPDATE
Talbert, Cox & Associates, Inc.
An Espey, Huston Company
Local Adoption Date:
MAY 12, 1988
CRC Certification Date:
MAY 27, 1988
PROPERTY OF
DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE

1987
RIVER BEND
LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
1 Prepared By
RIVER BEND PLANNING BOARD
Herbert Mace, Chairman William Tennant
Robert Seibert, Vice Chaiiman Robert Wetzel
Robert Murray Cassius Williams
' Morton Jacobs
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RIVER BEND TOWN COUNCIL
' Arthur S. Cleary, Mayor
Jean S. Brack Phil R. Rader
James M. Perry John V. Tharrett
Joe B. Seagle
' TOWN ADMINISTRATOR
' John Loomis
Assistance By
TALBERT, COX & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Kenneth Weeden, AICP Planner -in -Charge
"The preparation of this report (map, document, etc.) was
financed in part through a grant provided by the North
Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided
by the Coastal Resource Management Act of 1972, as amended,
which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal
Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration."

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RIVER BEND, NORTH CAROLINA
LAND USE PLAN: 1987 UPDATE
Table of Contents
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SECTION I: Analysis of Existing Conditions
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A.
Establishment of Information Base
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Present Conditions
1. Population
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2. Economic Analysis
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Existing Land Use Analysis
1. General Patterns
2. Significant Land Compatibility Problems
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3. Major Problems from Unplanned Development
4. Areas Likely to Experience Major Land Use
Changes in Predominant Land Use
5. Identification of Areas of Environmental
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Concern
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Current Plans, Policies, and Regulations
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Constraints: Land Suitability
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1. Physical Limitations
2. Fragile Areas
3. Areas of Resource Potential
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Constraints: Capacity of Community Facilities
1. Water
2. Sewer
3. Solid Waste
4. Schools
5. Transportation
6. Medical Services
7. Police and Fire Protection
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G.
Estimated Demand
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1.
Population and Economy
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Future Land Need
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3.
Community Facility Need
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SECTION
II: POLICY STATEMENTS
A.
Resource Protection
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Areas of Environmental Concern: Development
Policies
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Development in Areas with Constraints_
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Hurricane and Flood Evacuation Needs
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Protection of Potable Water Supplies
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Use of Package Treatment Plants
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Stormwater Runoff
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Marina and Floating Home Development
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Industrial Impacts of Fragile Areas
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Development of Sound and Estuarine System
Islands
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B.
Resource Production and Management Policies
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Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
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2.
Residential and Commercial Land Development
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C.
Economic and Community Development Policies
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Issues from Citizens' Survey
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a. Control and Guidance of Future Development
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b. Adequacy of Shoreline Drive for River
Bend's Primary Access Road and Need for
Other Points of Access
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c. Billboard Control Along U.S. 17 Highway
Corridor
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d. Future Residential Development Along U.S. 17
Highway Corridor
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e. Amount and Location of Future Commercial
Development
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f. Need for Additional Land for Recreational
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g. Future Planned Unit Developments in River
Bend
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h. Need for Better Controls on Parking of
Boats and Trailers on Private Property
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i. Provision of Adequate Drainage for River Bend
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j. Provision of Adequate Water and Sewer Service
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Continuing Public Participation Policies
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SECTION III: LAND CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM
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A. Developed
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Transition
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C. Conservation
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D. Other Classifications
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E. Land Classification Summary
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SECTION IV: RELATIONSHIP OF POLICIES AND LAND
CLASSIFICATIONS
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A. Developed and Transition Classes.
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B. Rural Class
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C. Conservation Class
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D. Community Class
SECTION V: INTERGOVERNMENTAL COORDINATION
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APPENDICES
Appendix 1: Emergency Management Plan
Appendix 2: Citizen Survey Results
Appendix 3: Analysis of 1982 Policy Statements/Implementation
Actions
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RIVER BEND LAND USE PLAN: 1987 UPDATE
List of Tables and Maps
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TABLE
NUMBERS
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Town of River Bend Population, 1980-85, with
Projections to 1995
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River Bend's Tax Base, 1981-87
MAPS
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Location Map
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Existing Land Use Map
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Composite Hazards Map -
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Land Classification Map
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SECTION I
Analysis of Existing Conditions
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Projected Demand

TOWN OF RIVER BEND
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A. ESTABLISHMENT OF INFORMATION BASE
This 1987 Land Use Plan Update for the Town of River Bend has
been prepared in accordance with requirements of the North
Carolina Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). Specifically,
this document complies with Subchapter 7B, "Land Use Planning
Guidelines," of the North Carolina Administrative Code, as
amended, June 1985.
The initial CAMA Land Use Plan for the Town of River Bend was
prepared in 1982, one year after the community officially
incorporated as a legal municipality (January, 1981). This is
the first required update. According to the Land Use Planning.
Guidelines, the major purpose of periodic updating of local
land use plans is to identify and analyze newly emerging com-
munity issues and problems. An additional element which was
not required in the initial CAMA Plan is a "Storm Hazard
Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery, and Hurricane Evacuation
Plan," and is required to be included in the 1987 Update.
This element is designed to help local governments coordinate
effective policies and actions relating to the impact of hur-
ricanes or other severe storms. The Town of River Bend, how-
ever, is somewhat of an inland community and not as subject to
hurricane threats as some other coastal communities.
The guidelines further give the -following objectives the
update should meet:
° To further define and refine local policies and issues
° To further examine and refine the land classification
system and the land classification map
° To assess the effectiveness of the existing land use plan
and its implementation
° To further explore implementation procedures
° To promote a better understanding of the land use planning
process
The 1982 Land Use Plan, to some extent, provided some of the
needed information base for this update. However, in many
cases, new information had to be developed. A number of data
sources were tapped during the preparation of this plan in
order to prepare updated analyses of population, housing,
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and existing land uses. Most of the data came from primary
and secondary sources in the form of direct contacts with
representatives of various state and federal agencies and/or
previously published documents or reports. Also, "windshield"
surveys were conducted to obtain data on existing land use
patterns. Interviews were conducted with various Town offi-
cials. Efforts were made to obtain data that was as up to ,
date and accurate as possible.
The data analysis showed some dramatic changes and emerging
trends in some cases. Some of the major conclusions of this
updated land use plan are:
1. River Bend's population has continued to increase since '
the 1982 Land Use Plan. Consequently, there is less
developable land within the Town limits, thereby encour-
aging more residential development in the extraterritorial I
limits.
2. Although some commercial growth has occurred along U.S.
Highway 17, commercial development has not been
significant in River Bend.
Some of the data sources utilized in preparing this document
include:
1. U.S. Census of the Population, General Population
Characteristics, 1980
2. N.C. State Data Center, Office of State Budget and '
Management
3. 1982 River Bend Land Use Plan Update
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B. PRESENT CONDITIONS
1. Population:
Table 1, below, shows the population trends of the Town of
River Bend from 1980 to 1985, with 1985 estimates provided
by the State Data Center. Projections are also shown to
1990 and 1995.
TABLE 1:
Town of River Bend Population
1980-1985, with
Projections to
1995
Year
Population
Num.-Change
% Change
*1980
959
*1984
1,584
625
65.1
*1985
1,696
112
7.0
**1990
2,185
489
28.8
**1995
2,788
603
27.6
*Source: N.C. State Data Center; Office of State Budget
and Management
**Projections by Talbert, Cox & Associates, Inc.
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From River Bend's first entry into the U.S. Census at 959
persons in 1980, the Town had grown to include 1,696
persons in 1985, according to State estimates. This is a
total five-year increase of 737 persons, or 76.9%, repre-
senting an annual average increase of 15.3%. This is a
very rapid growth rate and will likely not be sustained as
developable land within the Town limits begins to dimin-
ish. Notice in Table 1 that the annual rate of growth
between the years 1984 and 1985 was 7.0%. For projection
purposes only, an annual growth rate of 6% will be assumed
between 1985 and 1986, and declining to a constant growth
rate of 5% per year from 1987 through 1995. This assump-
tion would result in a 10-year increase of 1,092 persons,
giving the Town a total population of 2,788 by 1995.
Although it should be noted that this is a projection
based on assumed growth rates, continuous and steady popu-
lation growth in River Bend is likely to continue through-
out the planning period.
a. Composition
A detailed breakdown of the composition of River
Bend's population is not available from the U.S.
Census. However, a Citizen's Survey questionnaire
utilized during the development of this 1987 Plan
Update indicated that about 70% of the Town's popula-
tion is 51 years old and older. The Town began as a
resort -retirement planned unit development, and this
theme is still the major attraction to River Bend, as
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the age of the greater segment of its population
depicts. However, 30% of the population was indicated
to be under 51 years old, according to the survey
questionnaire.
b. Seasonal Population
As a small inland community with no major tourist
attractions, the Town of River Bend's population does
not fluctuate significantly on a seasonal basis.
c. Population Summary
The analysis of existing and projected population in r
the Town of River Bend suggests the following trends:
(1) River Bend's population growth has been very rapid ,
since its incorporation and since its first Land
Use Plan. The population in 1985 had already
exceeded the level for 1990 as forecast in the
1982 Land Use Plan An overall annual average
growth rate of 15.3% was noted between 1980 and
1985. Although a steady and strong growth pattern
is projected to continue, it is likely that such
growth will occur at a lower rate.
(2) Although River Bend is still predominantly a
resort -retirement community, indications are that
more younger to middle-aged residents are locating
in the Town.
Economic Analysis
Being founded as a residential -resort -retirement
community, River Bend has no real economic base other than
real estate development and sales. Other commercial
activities include a marina and restaurant, and a
convenience store. Much of the working -age group of the
Town's citizens are employed in nearby New Bern or other
surrounding communities, which gives the Town somewhat of
a "bedroom community" status.
However, the impact of real estate development and sales ,
has been more than just a little bit significant in River
Bend in terms of the expansion of the Town's real property
tax base. Notice Table 2, below:
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Table 2: River Bend's Tax Base 1981-1987
Year
Assessed Valuation
% Change
1981
30,456,024
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1982
34,897,414
14.6%
1983
37,590,659
7.7%
1984
43,860,263
16.7%
1985
49,567,668
13.0%
*1986
90,407,916
*82.3%
1987
94,530,266
4.3%
Source: River Bend Town Hall
*Year of Revaluation
a. Economic Summary
The analysis of current economic conditions indicates
the following trends:
a. The Town of River Bend will continue to be
dominated by real estate development and sales, as
opposed to commercial or light industrial
ventures.
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C. EXISTING LAND USE ANALYSIS
1. General Patterns
The overall pattern of land uses in River Bend is very
similar to that identified in the initial 1982 Land Use
Plan. Most of the previously undeveloped land within the
Town limits has been or is under development. However, a
substantial amount of undeveloped land remains in the
former extraterritorial area. [By an act of the N.C.
Legislature in early 1987, River Bend lost jurisdictional
control over the areas identified in 1982 as the extrater-
ritorial jurisdiction. The Town hopes that this jurisdic-
tion will be restored during the period covered by this
1987 Plan Update.] Most of the more recently developed
land was utilized for single-family residences and multi-
family dwellings.
The continuous growth of residential areas in the Town's
former extraterritorial jurisdiction is of major concern
to the Town, since these areas are immediately adjacent to
River Bend. Additional discussions of land use in the
Town follows. (Also, see attached Map 2, Existing Land
Use Map, 1987.)
a. Residential Land Use
From 1982 through June, 1987, a total of 378 building
permits have been granted for new units in River Bend
(261 single-family; 117 multi -family). Presently
there are 681 single-family units within the entire
area, i.e., the old extraterritorial area and the Town
corporate limits, and 109 multi -family units.
b. Commercial Land Use
There are no major areas of commercial land uses in
River Bend. Within the corporate limits, there is a
convenience store and a restaurant, and in the adja-
cent areas along U.S. 17, there are some additional
minor commercial uses. Most of the intensive commer-
cial and business activities for River Bend residents
occurs in New Bern, about five miles away.
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C. Institutional Land Use
There are very limited public or institutional land
uses in River Bend. Besides the Town Hall, there is
a private facility for mentally retarded children (the
Howell Center) in the Town and a limited facility
retirement home.
d. Recreational Land Uses
Relative to its size, there is a significant amount of
land utilized for recreational purpose in River Bend
-- primarily in the form of -a golf course. There are
also private facilities containing two swimming pools
and tennis courts. Also, the Town of River Bend has
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e. Land Use Summary
Most of the land area within River Bend's corporate
limits has been or is being developed for residential
purposes. There does not remain a substantial amount
of vacant lots or developable acreage in the Town. on
the other hand, most of the land area within the
former extraterritorial area consists of rural farm-
land or woodlands. There are no industrial land uses
within or immediately adjacent to the Town.
2. Significant Land Compatibility Problems
A land compatibility problem is generally identified when
two or more land use types are adjacent to each other, and
one is somehow restricted from expansion because of
adverse conditions caused by the other, thus discouraging
additional investment. While there are no "Classic" land
use compatibility problems in River Bend, there are some
emerging situations which have and will affect land use
compatibility. For example, since the 1982 Land Use Plan,
a number of residential subdivisions have been developed
on the north side of U.S. 17 with frontage access directly
onto this major thoroughfare, which is somewhat incompati-
ble with potential traffic patterns.
Another issue of incompatibility is the continuing resi-
dential growth of areas in the former extraterritorial
jurisdiction in close proximity to River Bend. however,
as noted earlier, the Town can no longer exercise zoning
or other land regulatory controls in the area. Inasmuch
as any municipality is affected by the use of land in the
environ immediately adjacent to its corporate limits, the
current lack of extraterritorial jurisdiction by River
Bend is of serious concern.
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from Unplanned Development
Major Problems
River Bend started out as "River Bend Plantation," a large
Planned Unit Development, on 1200 acres of land with the
intent of developing into a major resort -retirement commu-
nity, including golf and water access themes. The project
was very successful, and in a sense, the growth has been
phenomenal. From an official listing of 1,057 residents
in January 1, 1981, when the Town officially became a
North Carolina municipality, to a 1985 estimate of 1,696,
the population growth has been continuous. With growth
and more intensive uses of land came more urban
development related problems. As part of the 1987 Plan
Update process, a citizen input survey was instituted in
the form of a questionnaire. The intent was to obtain
citizens' help in identifying major issues confronting the
Town's future. The overall response from the citizens was
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good. Although this survey will also be referred to under
the discussion of policies, three issues concerning
problems from unplanned development will be mentioned
here.
a. Adequate and rapid removal of surface water from major
rains or wind tides caused by storms (such as a north-
easter) is a problem in some of the waterfront lot
areas of the Town,
b. Continuous growth within the Town and in the former
extraterritorial area, has possible concerns about the
provision of adequate water and services to meet
increasing demand, and
C. The adequacy of Shoreline Drive has been a growing
concern because of possible flooding due to wind tide/
surge near the Scotchman convenience store. Because
this road is the only access into and out of the
primary residential area of River Bend, there is much
concern that in a flooding situation, much of the area
would be cut off from the U.S. 17 Highway area.
Areas Experiencing or Likely to Experience Major Land Use
Changes
Most of the areas likely to experience major changes are
located in the former extraterritorial jurisdiction. The
Town is currently concerned, since it cannot exercise
zoning or subdivision control in this area. Within the
corporate limits, the most notable change will likely be
the development of more multi -family units (provided water
and sewer services are adequate) , as the actual amount of
developable land within this area declines.
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Identification of Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC's)
Of the two broad categories of statutorily defined Areas
of Environmental Concern (AEC's) for Coastal North
Carolina, i.e., Estuarine System AEC's and Ocean Hazards
AEC's, only the Estuarine System is applicable to River
Bend and the rest of Craven County. Although these AEC's
have not changed, it may be useful to define these impor-
tant areas prior to listing them again in this Update.
a. Coastal Wetlands
Coastal
wetlands or marshlands are defined as
any salt
marsh or
other marsh subject to regular or occasional
flooding
by tides, including wind tides (whether or
not the
natural
tide waters reach the marshland areas
or artificial watercourses), provided
through
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shall not
include hurricane or tropical storm
tides.
Coastal marshlands also contain some, but not neces-
sarily all, of specific marsh plant species. There
are no coastal wetlands or salt marshes of any major
significance in Craven County. Although a significant
amount of the County is traversed or bordered by two
major rivers, and River Bend is adjacent to the Trent
River, the occurrence of statutorily defined CAMA
"wetlands" is not very extensive. However, there
might possibly be some technical "wetlands" along
narrow segments of the Trent River. Most of what
could be termed "wetlands" actually consists of a few
areas of wooded swamps in the lowlands near the two
rivers. (It should be noted that for CAMA permit
granting purposes, actual on -site investigations are
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required in order to determine the extent of technical
"wetlands.") Also, it should be noted that some areas
defined as 11404" wetlands by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers may also occur in River Bend's jurisdiction.
Development in such areas are regulated by the Corps
of Engineers.
b. Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shorelines
Estuarine waters are defined in G. S. 113A-113(b)(2)
as "all the water of the Atlantic Ocean within the
boundary of North Carolina and all the waters of the
bays, sounds, rivers, and tributaries thereto seaward
of the dividing line between coastal fishing waters
and inland fishing waters, as set forth in an agree-
ment adopted by the Wildlife Resources Commission and
the Department of Natural Resources and Community

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Development filed with the Secretary of State,
entitled "Boundary Lines, North Carolina Commercial
Fishing -- Inland Fishing Waters," revised to March 1,
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Estuarine shorelines are those non -ocean shorelines
which are especially vulnerable to erosion, flooding,
or other adverse effects of wind and water and are
intimately connected to the estuary. These shorelines
can be wetlands as well as dry land. This area
extends from the mean high water level or normal water
level along the estuaries, sounds, bays, and brackish
waters as set forth in an agreement adopted by the
Wildlife Resources Commission and the Department of
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Natural Resources and Community Development, for a
distance of 75 feet landward. It should be noted,
however, that estuarine shorelines are only located
adjacent to coastal or joint waters, and not inland
waters, and all of the water adjacent to River Bend is
classified as "inland waters" and therefore not estu-
arine waters.
Public Trust Waters
Public trust waters are partially defined as all
waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the lands thereunder
from the mean high water mark to the seaward limit of
state jurisdiction; all natural bodies of water sub-
ject to measurable lunar tides and lands thereunder to
the mean high mark; all navigable natural bodies of
water and lands thereunder to the mean high water
level or mean water level, as the case may be. In
other words, public trust areas are waters and adja-
cent lands, the use of which, benefits and belongs to
the public.
-- In River Bend, all of the waters listed as inland
waters are considered Public Trust Waters, i.e.,
the Trent River, Plantation Canal, Rocky Run Creek
and Island Lake.
Currently, all major development and development -
related activities within the designated AEC's in
Craven County are regulated by the CAMA permit process
and are guided by local policy (Regulations allow a
local government to develop its own use standards for
AECs if they are more restrictive than the States,
e.g., through zoning or subdivision regulations,
etc.) .
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D. REVIEW
OF CURRENT PLANS POLICIES AND REGULATIONS
1. Local Plans, Studies, and Regulations
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Town of River Bend has adopted the following plans,
studies,
and regulations:
a.
Town of River Bend Land Use Plan, 1982. Prepared by
the Town of River Bend with assistance from a planning
consultant, under CAMA, this initial plan describes
the current population and economy, existing land
uses, land use constraints, and community facilities
constraints. Based on these existing conditions, it
projects future needs and demands, and sets policies
and objectives for meeting those needs..
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Zoning Ordinance. The River Bend Zoning Ordinance
sets forth five residential zones, one institutional,
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one wildlife and one business district -zone. The
residential zones allow residential development on
20,000 and 15,000 sq.ft. lots. Planned Development
Zones are minimum 5 acres - multi -family, 10 acres -
single- family, with density stipulations. While most
of the land within the Town is already subdivided and
either built or committed, some vacant land does
remain.
The River Bend Zoning Ordinance is administered by the
Town with the part-time Town Administrator serving as
the Zoning Enforcement Officer.
c.
River Bend Subdivision Regulations (and Amendments).
Subdivision regulations govern the division of land
into lots or tracts for building purposes. They set
standards for the design of streets, lots, water and
sewer systems and other standards necessary for the
protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.
If properly enforced, subdivision regulations should -
encourage the development of well -designed subdivi-
sions with adequate improvements, such as roads.
The River Bend Subdivision Ordinance is administered
by the Town Council and Administrative Officer.
d.
River Bend Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance. The new
Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance, adopted in August
1986, when the Town entered the regular phase of the
National Flood Insurance Program, identifies those
areas subject to flooding and establishes standards
for development in the 100-year floodplain.
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River Bend has adopted a Fire Prevention Code and a
Hurricane Evacuation Plan.
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2. other Local Regulations
a. State Building Code. Craven County adopted and ,
actively enforces the State Building Code through its
Building Inspections Department in the County and in
River Bend.
b. Septic Tank Regulations. Septic tank regulations are
administered by the County Health Department and apply
to the portion of River Bend not served by centralized
sewer service.
c. Craven County Evacuation, Hazard Mitigation and Post -
Disaster Reconstruction Plan, 1984. This report,
funded through the North Carolina Division of Coastal
Management as a demonstration project, was an attempt
to assess the various risk factors affecting the
County in the event of a hurricane or major storm, and
to -develop policies aimed at lessening the potential
damaging effects. The report also included policies
on evacuation and rebuilding after such storms.
d. Craven County Subdivision Regulations, 1982. Craven
County utilizes subdivision regulations as its major
land development regulatory device. Revised in 1982,
these regulations govern the transition of raw land
into new residential subdivisions and set out criteria
for required facility improvements and general design
standards. The subdivision ordinance is administered
by the Craven County Planner, along with the Planning
Board. All development proposals are reviewed against
the standards set out therein and coordinated with
other agencies such as the health department (current-
ly applicable to all former extrterritorial jurisdic-
tion).
3. Federal and State Regulations I
In addition to the local ordinances and regulations dis-
cussed above, there are also various State regulations
which could also affect land development in Craven
County.
Important Note: Reasonable and logical implementation of the
Policy Choices established in this Land Use Plan requires that all
State and local agencies involved work toward re-establishment of
River Bend extra -territorial jurisdiction.
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E. CONSTRAINTS: LAND SUITABILITY
Under land suitability, possible serious constraints to devel-
opment are generally considered under the broad categories of
(1) physical limitations, i.e.,. hazardous (man-made or natu-
ral) areas, areas with soil limitations, hazardous slopes,
etc.; (2) fragile areas, i.e., AECs, complex natural areas, or
areas with cultural (architectural or archaeological) signifi-
cance; and (3) areas with resource potential, i.e., productive
or prime agricultural or forestlands, or potentially valuable
mineral sites.
1. Physical Limitations
a. Man -Made Hazards
There are no significant man-made hazards in River
Bend. However, the Town is very much concerned about
military overflights and the possible expansion of
training operations at the Oak Grove military facility
in Jones County. Also, while not direct hazards, the
Town is also concerned about being under the flight
' paths of Simmons -Knott Airport and the possible
expansion of military restricted airspace.
b. Natural Hazard Areas
Flood Hazard Area: A detailed -Flood Insurance
Study showing elevations and flood hazard areas has
been prepared for the Town of River Bend and presented
on maps dated August 19, 1986. Some of River Bend is
located in the 100-year flood plain, i.e., "Zone A."
There are no high velocity of "V" zones in River Bend.
The Town does participate in the National Flood
Insurance Program and enforces a Flood Damage Preven-
tion Ordinance.
Areas with Soils Limitations: Updated and
detailed mapping of various soil types and survey
interpretations were not available for Craven County
during the development of the 1982 Land Use Plan
Update. However, an updated, although unpublished
soil survey has been completed in preliminary form.
The report was prepared by the USDA Soil Conservation
Service. The report includes detailed descriptions of
the soil types and properties for all of Craven County
with discussion of the suitability for various uses,
such as croplands, urban development, septic tank
placement, and recreation. The most important feature
or property of soils to consider in nearly any loca-
tion is the drainage capability, since well -drained,
stable soils can be used for a variety of "develop-
ment" purposes, i.e. croplands or residential (septic
tank suitability).
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Generally, most of the soils in Craven County, includ-
ing River Bend, have limitations for many uses because
of wetness, too rapid permeability, too.slow permea-
bility, or low strength. Of the 47 mapped soils clas-
sifications contained in the County Soil Survey
Report, 34 were characterized as being "poorly
drained" with limitations for urban development uses;
7 were described as "well -drained" to "excessively"
well -drained; and 5 were characterized as "moderately -
well drained." Most of the soil types, however, are
suitable for various agricultural uses if the proper
drainage is provided. Regarding septic tank suitabil-
ity, only five soil types appeared to have good place-
ment potential. Two soil types, i.e., Autryville and
Conotoe, were described as having "slight" limita-
tions, while three soil types, i.e., State, and two
Norfolk soils, were listed as having "moderate"
limitations. Geographically, about one-half of the
Town of River Bend (mostly east of Shoreline Drive) is
served by centralized sewer and water, while the other
half is not and utilize wells and septic tanks.
Although, generally, the soil types in River Bend are
not conducive for septic tank placement, the Town has
not experienced any major complaints or problems from
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C. Sources and Estimated Quantity of Water Supply
Groundwater: Groundwater comprises the sole
source of water supply for both public and private
systems in Craven County, including River Bend. Sub-
surface water of reasonable quality and quantity can
be found throughout the County, as the area is under-
lain by a vast aquifer system from which potable water
can be drawn at various depths. There are several
geologic strata occurring in the aquifer system under-
lying the County.
Large quantities of groundwater can be obtained from
However, its
wells in various parts of Craven County.
usefulness is limited by the chemical quality of the
water, i.e., iron, hardness, and possibly manganese,
and such is the case with the wells which supply River
Bend. The general quality of groundwater in the
County is good, but some degree of treatment is neces-
sary to make it meet the U.S. Public Health Service
standards for public water supplies. Also, hydrolo-
gists have noted that in supplying the County with
water, there is a need for well separation. River
Bend's centralized water service is not owned by the
Town but by a private utilities company, Carolina
Water Service, Inc. The system is supplied by three
wells, with a combined 12-hour maximum output of
408,000 gallons per day (gpd). The water is treated
for manganese and iron.
In summary, most of Craven County's water supply comes
from below the "unconfined" aquifiers, i.e., the
general water table. Because of the depth of this
water supply, it is unlikely that above -ground activi-
ties will produce adverse impacts.
Surface Water Quality: The quality of the surface
water in Craven County, especially the Neuse River,
has been of special concern to North Carolina environ-
mental officials for many years. State agencies have
been involed in discussions and projects to locate and
identify sources of the serious algae bloom and
related problems in their attempts to develop solu-
tions. The Neuse River has been recommended that it
be declared as "Nutrient -Sensitive Waters" by the
North Carolina Environmental Management Commission.
This special designation (there were only two in the
State as of 1986) requires certain actions to help
minimize point and non -point sources of pollution.
Requiring upgrading of wastewater treatment systems is
an example of actions aimed at reducing point sources
of pollution. It is not clear, however, how this
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designation would affect the Trent River in the River
Bend area.
Fragile Areas
These are areas which could be easily damaged or destroyed
by inappropriate or poorly planned development. In addi-
tion to areas of environmental concern, this could include
complex natural areas, areas that sustain remnant species,
areas containing unique geological formations, registered
natural landmarks, and others, such as wooded swamps,
prime wildlife habitats, scenic and prominent high points,
and archaeological and historic sites. Very few of these
areas are located within River Bend's jurisdiction. For
discussion purposes, these fragile areas will be divided
into two broad categories: "Natural Resource Fragile
Areas" and "Cultural Resource Fragile Areas."
a. Natural Resource Fragile Areas
Natural resource fragile areas are generally recog-
nized to be of educational, scientific, or cultural
value because of the natural features of the particu-
lar site. These areas include: complex natural
areas, areas that sustain remnant species, unique
geological formations, wooded swamps, prime wildlife
habitats, or registered natural landmarks. River Bend
does have a wildlife preserve that is protected by its
zoning ordinance.
b. Cultural Resource Fragile Areas
River Bend is a very "young" community, and no compre-
hensive survey of historic, architectural or archaeo-
logical resources has been conducted. Therefore, no
such cultural resources are presently known to exist
within the Town's jurisdiction.
Areas of Resource Potential
Areas with resource potential include: productive and
unique agricultural lands; potentially valuable mineral
sites; publicly -owned forests, parks, fish, and gamelands,
and other non -intensive outdoor recreation lands; and
privately -owned wildlife sanctuaries. In addition to the
above -mentioned wildlife preserve, agricultural lands and
forestlands are the -only areas of resource potential that
may apply to River Bend. The majority of the land within
The Town's former extraterritorial jurisdiction is
agricultural and forestlands. However, this same area is
also in a general state of "transition" as more and more
residential subdivisions are being developed.
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1. Water
Geographically, about one-half of River Bend is served by
centralized water through Carolina Utilities, Inc., while
the other half utilize private wells for water. River
Bend's centralized water system consists of three wells
with a maximum daily capacity of 408,000 gallons, and one
elevated storage tank with a storage capacity of 100,000
gallons. Currently, only areas within the corporae limits
of the Town are served by the water system and there are
no water lines extending into the former extraterritorial
jurisdiction. The water system, as of June, 1986, serves
653 customers, and with the current maximum daily usage
being 250,000 gpd, or 61% of its capacity. At this time,
the private utility company has tentative plans to expand
the water system to possibly serve some new subdivisions
on the west side of Shoreline Drive. Assuming an average
per capita consumption rate of 100 gpd, the existing
system could serve a population of 4,080 persons. This,
theorectically, meets the entire needs of the Town in
' 1995.
2. Sewer
Carolina Utilities also owns and operates the only
centralized sewer service for the Town. The system serves
(as of June, 1986) 496 customers.
The existing wastewater treatment plant has a capacity of
170,000 gpd, with an average daily use of 100,000 gpd,
leaving an available surplus of 70,000 gpd. It has terti-
ary treatment and a standby generator.
Assuming an average per capita use of 75 gpd, the current
system could serve at maximum 2,267 persons. Even if the
service were expanded, capacity would need to expand in
order to serve all of River Bend's population by 1995.
3. Solid Waste
The Town of River Bend does not maintain its own garbage
collection service, but is served by private companies,
which take the refuse to the Craven County Landfill. This
landfill has a life expectancy of through the year 2000.
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4. Schools
There are no schools within River Bend, and the school -age
children in this semi -retirement community attend schools
in nearby New Bern.
5. Transportation
River Bend's principal accessway is Shoreline Drive, which
connects to U.S. Highway 17, a major thoroughfare, which
traverses the County. Concern has been raised over the
adequacy of the thoroughfare as an access route in the
event of a disaster requiring the Town's evacuation.
Serious flooding due to wind tide/storm surge could very
well cut off much of the Town from access to U.S. 17.
Other local thoroughfares, i.e., neighborhood streets and
collectors, are generally adequate, but some are subject
to momentary storm water flooding.
6. Medical Services
Medical services for River Bend are provided primarily in
nearby New Bern, which has a primary care facility (Craven
County Hospital), and many physicians and dentists in
private practice. There is a dentist office in River
Bend.
7. Police and Fire Protection
Police protection is provided by the Town's own local
force with back-up service by the Craven County Sheriff's
Department. River Bend's own police force consists of a
chief, three officers, and two police cars. This level of
service, with back-up support from the County, appears
adequate for the Town. River Bend is included in the
Rhems Volunteer Fire District and is -the district's
largest single financial contributor, paying annual fees
of $30,000. The Town is also the largest population
center in the fire district. The Rhems District currently
has two pumping trucks, a 15,000-gallon tanker truck, one
four -wheel -drive 50-gallon brush truck (for forest fires),
and one equipment van. The durrent rating for the
district is 9-A.
River Bend has a number of
Town, and is in the process
the Town's water tower.
"dry" fire hydrants within the
of developing connections to
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G. ESTIMATED DEMAND
1. Population and Economy
As noted in Table 1, the population of River Bend has
continued to grow rather rapidly since its incorporation.
The Town's appeal, i.e., as a well -planned, quiet,
aesthetically pleasing retirement resort community, will
likely continue to attract new residents throughout the
planning period, i.e., through 1995. Assuming an average
household size of 2.2 persons per household, the 1,092
persons projected from 1985 to 1995, could add 496
additional households to River Bend. The economic base is
still likely to remain predominantly real estae
development and sales.
2. Future Land Need
The majority of land within the Town corporate limits has
already been developed primarily for residential uses,
although there still remains some undeveloped residential
lots scattered throughout existing planned subdivisions.
However, within the existing corporate limits, there is
limited land available for additional subdivisions. If
the population does continue to increase as projected, the
present Town limits may not be able to accommodate such
growth. This will place more burden for development upon
the lands in the former extraterritorial area, which is
why the Town was interested in exercising land development
controls in this area. The Town hopes that during the
planning period it will be able to regain land use
regulating authority in this area.
Assuming an average residential unit -land demand of 20,000
square feet, then the projected 496 households will
require 227 acres. Again, much of this acreage will
likely have to be in the former extraterritorial
jurisdiction.
It is not anticipated that commercial activities will
increase significantly within the Town corporate limits,
and therefore not require much land.
3. Community Facility Need
The projected population increase by 1995 of 1,092
persons, or 496 households, will certainly impact the
residential land uses of River Bend. As discussed under
"Community Facilities Constraints," the present water
system, if expanded to serve the entire Town, can
adequately serve the projected 1995 population of 2,788
persons. Although the existing wastewater treatment
plant, with a 170,000
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gpd capacity, can only serve a maximum of 2,267 persons,
if the plant capacity and service were to be extended to
the whole Town, then the system would be capable of serv-
ing the projected 1995 population of 2,788 persons. With
diminishing residential land available within the corpo-
rate Town limits, developments will likely occur in the
former extraterritorial jurisdiction. However, moderate
to severe soil limitations exist, both within the Town and
some areas of the extraterritorial jurisdiction. This
will limit the placement of septic tanks in these loca-
tions. Carolina Utilities, Inc., currently does not
extend water or sewer service beyond the Town limits.
With the projected demands for residential development
beyond the Town limits, the utility company will need to
consider expanding at least its sewer system to meet the
projected increased population.
Other facilities and services, such as medical, and pro-
tective and emergency services are projected to be ade-
quate throughout the planning period.
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POLICY STATEMENTS
The formulation of specific policies regarding growth and manage-
ment objectives is perhaps the most important part of this updated
land use plan. These policies must, in some cases, strike a deli-
cate balance between objectives of the Coastal Resources Commis-
sion and the desires and objectives of the citizens of the Town of
River Bend. River Bend has experienced a remarkable amount of
growth since the initial 1982 Plan. Almost exclusively, this
growth has occurred in the residential sectors. With this strong
population growth since the 1982 Plan, it is now even more
important that policy issues be addressed in this 1987 Plan
Update.
The Coastal Resources Commission, recognizing the diversities
which exist among the coastal communities, required the Town to
specify particular development policies under four rather broad
topics in 1982.
These topics include:
° Resource Protection
° Resource Production and Management
° Economic and Community Development
° Continuing Public Participation
For the 1987 Update, the Coastal Resources Commission has added a
fifth issue, that being "Storm Hazard Mitigation."
After an analysis of the existing conditions and trends, and input
from the Town's citizens, policies were developed to provide an
overall framework for guiding growth and development in River Bend
throughout the current planning period, i.e., through 1996.
As part of the land use planning process and public participation
process, the Town Council and Planning Board decided to use a
planning questionnaire, which was extensively distributed
throughout the River Bend community. The responses were broken
down by age groups, i.e., 20-50 years old, and 51-and-over. Based
on results of that questionnaire and conversations with the
Planning Board and Council members, it was determined that the
following represent primary development issues to be addressed in
the 1987 Land Use Plan. Most of these policy areas relate to
Economic and Community Development, and will be addressed in that
section of the report. Also, more details on the survey are
included in Appendix 1.
1. Maintenance of the quiet residential character of River Bend.
2. The amount and location of future commercial development.
3. Control and guidance of land development within the planning
jurisdiction.
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4. Provision sewer to demands.
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5. Provision of adequate drainage for River Bend.
6. Adequacy of Shoreline Drive as main entrance to River Bend and
to U.S. 17.
A. RESOURCE PROTECTION
1. Areas of Environmental Concern: Development Policies
River Bend recognizes the primary concern of the Coastal
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Resources Commission, in terms of protecting resources, as man-
aging Areas of Environmental Concern (AECs). Although only two
AECs have the possibility of occurring in River Bend, i.e.,
wetlands and Public Trust areas, the Town also shares this concern
for the protection and sound management of these environmentally
sensitive land and waters.
River Bend's overall policy and management objective for the
AECs within its jurisdiction is "to give the highest priority to
the protection and coordinated management of these areas, so as to
safeguard and perpetuate their biological, social, economic, and
aesthetic values and to ensure that development occurring within
these AECs is compatible with natural characteristics so as to
minimize the likelihood of significant loss of private property
and public resources." (15 NCAC 7H. 0203) In accordance with this
overall objective, River Bend will permit those land uses which
conform to the general use standards of the North Carolina Admini-
strative Code (15 NCAC 7H) for development within the Estuarine
System. Generally, only those uses which are water dependent will
be permitted. It should be noted, however, that occasionally por-
tions of the Administrative Code change, which may affect defini-
tions and use standards.
a. Coastal Wetlands
By technical definition, there is very little "coastal
wetland", i.e., regularly flooded salt marsh areas containing
certain plant species in River Bend or in Craven County. The
technical "coastal wetlands" occur along the upper reaches of the
Neuse River and some adjacent creeks, and possibly along relative-
ly narrow segments of the Trent River. Most of what could be
termed "wetlands" in the County consists of "wooded swamp" areas
in the lowlands near the two rivers. The more sensitive "wet"
areas are, obviously, those closest to the water. River Bend has
tentatively identified potential wetland areas as Wildlife Pre-
serves and they are zoned as such in the Town's Zoning Ordinance.
The first priority of uses of land in these areas should be the
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allowance of uses which promote "conservation" of the sensitive
areas, with conservation meaning the lack of imposition of irre-
versible damage to the wetlands. Generally, uses which require
water access and uses such as utility easements, fishing piers and
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docks will be allowed, but must adhere to use standards of the
Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA: 15 NCAC 7H) and/or as
permitted by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for areas determined
to be 11404" wetlands.
b. Estuarine Waters and Estuarine Shorelines
Again, it should be noted that there are no estuarine waters
or estuarine shorelines in River Bend. However, in order to pro-
mote the quality of the adjacent surface waters as well as mini-
mize the likelihood of significant property loss due to erosion or
flooding, River Bend will permit only those uses which are
compatible with both the dynamic nature of the shorelines and the
values of the surface water system. Residential, recreational,
and commercial uses may be permitted within the estuarine shore-
line, provided that:
° a substantial chance of pollution occurring from the
development does not exist;
° natural barriers to erosion are preserved and not sub-
stantially weakened or eliminated;
° the construction of impervious surfaces and areas not
allowing natural drainage is limited only to that neces-
sary for developments;
° standards of the North Carolina Sedimentation Pollution
Control Act 1973 are met;
C. Public Trust Areas
River Bend recognizes that the public has certain established
rights to certain land and water areas. These public areas also
support recreational fisheries, waterfowl hunting, and also
contain significant aesthetic value. River Bend will promote the
conservation and management of public trust areas. Allowable uses
shall be those which do not cause detriment to the physical,
chemical, or biological functions of public trust areas. Such
uses as navigational channels, drainage ditches, bulkheads to
prevent erosion, piers, docks, or marinas, shall be permitted.
d. Policy Alternatives: Development in AECs
(1) Revising and strengthening the existing Subdivi-
sion Regulations, to impose stricter design stan-
dards, particularly in waterfront areas, or areas
with water accessibility.
(2) Continue to utilize current management tools and
enforcement system, i.e., existing Subdivision
Regulations (with no modifications), along with
Federal and State permit and review processes,
i.e., 404, and CAMA.
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e. Policy Choices
River Bend will continue to utilize the existing regulatory
system, i.e., existing Subdivision Regulations, along with Federal
and State permit and review processes, i.e., 404, and CAMA along
with updating and strengthing existing local regulations.
2. Development in Areas with Constraints
The constraints to development in River Bend relate to both
physical constraints and limitations of community facilities. The
physical constraints include soils limitations and Areas of
Environmental Concern.
a. Policy Alternatives
(1) Amend subdivision regulations to include stricter
design standards.
(2) Permit development in those areas, utilizing cur-
rent state, federal and local regulatory process-
es, i.e., CAMA, flood ordinance, current sub-
division regulations, stormwater run-off require-
ments, and Corps of Engineers 404 permits, and
zoning, if adopted, where adequate protective mea-
sures have been taken.
b. Policy Choices
River Bend adopts the following policies regarding development
in areas with constraints.
(1) River Bend realizes the inevitability of some
development occurring in flood prone areas.
Therefore, the Town will continue to participate
in the National Flood Insurance Program and en-
force its "regular phase" Flood Damage Prevention
Ordinance through the County Building Inspection
Program. Proposed developments which are not
otherwise damaging to AECs may be permitted,
provided protective measures which comply with
flood insurance requirements are imposed.
(2) Development in areas where soil types have limited
bearing capacity will not be encouraged.
(3) In areas with possible septic tank limitations,
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River Bend will remain committed to decisions
rendered by the County Health Department's
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regulatory controls.
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3. Hurricane and Flood Evacuation Needs and Plans
An extensive and detailed "Emergency Management Plan" was
adopted by River Bend in December 1984, and amended in September
1987. The plan contains specific information and policy direc-
tives on the Town's response to hurricane emergencies. The plan
is incorporated into this Land Use Plan Update as Appendix 1. The
Town of River Bend will abide by the policies contained in that
document.
4. Protection of Potable Water Supply
As discussed in Section 1, River Bend's water distribution
system is based on groundwater drawn through a series of wells as
the supply source. Land uses near groundwater sources are regu-
lated by the North Carolina Division of Environmental Management
through N.C.A.C. Subchapter 2L and Subchapter 2C. River Bend
recognizes the importance of protecting potable water supplies and
therefore supports the enforcement of these regulations. Also,
the County will discourage, through development controls, any
development which may encroach upon these wells.
5. Use of Package Treatment Plants
Currently, centralized sewer is provided only in one-half of
the Town. The use of small package treatment systems has general-
ly been viewed as acceptable in River Bend, provided necessary
environmental permits can be obtained. Although package treatment
plants in "growth" areas are viewed as an acceptable alternative,
it is not the Town's desire to see a proliferation of small pack-
age treatment systems which bear no relation to each other.
Developers will be encouraged to cooperate so that any such system
(each to be reviewed on a case -by -case basis) can be developed in
some pattern of uniformity.
6. Stormwater Runoff Associated with Agriculture, Residential
Development, Phosphate or Peat Mining, and Its Impact on
Coastal Wetlands, Surface Waters, or Other Fragile Areas
This issue is not as relevant to River Bend as may be the case
with other coastal communities. However, the development of
residential areas in the Town would be noted here except all of
the waterfront lots have been developed. The Town does support
mitigative measures for runoff control, such as sedimentation and
erosion provisions which are enforced by other regulatory agen-
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7. Marina and Floating Home Development
The Town supports the development of marinas in compliance
with existing environmental regulations. So-called "floating
homes," to date, have not been an issue or problem in River Bend's
jurisdiction. However, it is quite possible that during the plan-
ning period, this issue could arise. River Bend sees "floating
homes" as an undesirable use at this time and they are not permit-
ted under current zoning regulations. The Town will allow marinas
to be developed in compliance with State, Federal, and local
environmental and health regulations.
8. Industrial Impacts on Fragile Areas
This issue is not relevant to River Bend.
9. Development of Sound and Estuarine System Islands
There are no estuarine system islands in River Bend's juris-
diction, because there are no estuarine waters, only inland
waters. There are, however, a few small riverine islands which
are likely natural fragile areas and not developable. It is the
Town's policy that these areas should be protected from any
environmentally adverse development. Such areas should be clas-
sified as "Conservation" in the River Bend Land Classification
System. (See Map 3, attached.)
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B. RESOURCE R E PRODUCTION AND MANAGEMENT POLICIES
' Having developed as a retirement -resort community, the prin-
cipal resource in River Bend is its setting and characteristic
quiet residential setting, with limited commercial and no indus-
trial activities. The "traditional" resource production policy
areas such as agriculture, forestry, commercial fishing, mining,
and impact of off -road vehicles bear no relevance in River Bend.
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The productive water bodies in and around the Trent River and
adjacent creeks have provided many opportunities for recreational
fishing. It is, therefore, very important to continue those
actions and programs which enhance and protect the water quality
of productive fishing areas. River Bend would like to see water
quality in all of the productive water bodies maintained. The
Town has appointed a committee of five citizens to investigate the
quality of water surrounding the Town. However, the Town also
recognizes that its relative impact upon local waters is not as
great as upstream non -point pollution sources.
2. Residential and Commercial Land Development
River Bend, as discussed under sections of this report analyz-
ing existing population and economic trends, is growing at a rela-
tively rapid pace. The growth trend is projected to continue
through the planning period and the Town could face a "rapid
growth" situation in which it will have to address issues result-
ing from increased residential use of land within the corporate
limits and pressures for growth in the former extraterritorial
jurisdiction.
A more detailed discussion of the specific types of develop-
ment along with relevant policy statements are included in the
following section, "Economic and Community Development Policies"
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C. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT POLICIES
1. Issues from Citizen's Survey '
As discussed at the beginning of the policy statements
section, a citizens survey questionnaire was conducted as
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part of the 1987 Plan Update process. These issues, along
with relevant policy statements, will be presented under
this subsection. Although the Land Use Planning
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Guidelines require certain areas to be addressed, the
issues identified in the survey will be presented first:
a. CONTROL AND GUIDANCE OF FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
Based on the results of the planning questionnaire, the second
most critical development issue of all age groups responding to
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the questionnaire was the need for control and guidance of land
development. Throughout the planning process, there has been
concern expressed about retaining the residential character of
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River Bend and the need to guide the location of future commercial
development so it will not adversely affect the residential
character of the community. During planning work sessions,
options such as developing a new thoroughfare to landscape buffer
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requirements to an appearance commission has been discussed. As
has been discussed before, retaining the quiet residential
character of River Bend is of utmost importance and this can best
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Policy Alternatives:
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1) Continue to use existing zoning ordinance to control and guide
commercial development.
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Policy Choices:
1) Designate specific areas along U.S. 17 as future commercial
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demand justifies such action.
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2) River Bend's policy will be to establish site plan review of
all future commercial development by revising existing
ordinances to permit such review.
3) River Bend's policy will be to require more buffering of
commercial areas with plant material and by review and
revision of existing ordinances to require such additional
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screen buffering.
Note: The Town has established a Community Appearance Commission '
to formulate and recommend to the Town Council athe adoption of
amendments of ordinances (including the zoning ordinance, subdivi-
sion regulations, and other local ordinances regulating the use of '
property) that will, in the opinion of the Commission serve to
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areas.
b. ADEQUACY OF SHORELINE DRIVE FOR RIVER BEND'S
PRIMARY ACCESS ROAD AND NEED FOR OTHER POINTS OF ACCESS
Shoreline Drive remains the only point of access from U.S. 17 to
the primary residential and commercial center of River Bend. As
River Bend continues to grow in population, it becomes more evi-
dent that this one road is not adequate to carry the growing traf-
fic using this facility. Another point of concern is the fact
that Shoreline Drive could flood at a point near the municipal
park. If flooding occurred during a major hurricane or other
emergency, those residents living south of this point would not
have another means to evacuate and gain access by car to U.S. 17.
For this reason, the Planning Board and Town Council have looked
at thoroughfare alternatives that would permit improved access to
the U.S. 17 corridor through areas not subject to flooding.*
Based on this review and analysis process, the need for a policy
on improved road access is apparent and is a very high priority
for local officials.
IPolicy Alternatives:
1) River Bend's policy could work toward a new north/south street
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2) River Bend could hold a bond referendum to raise funds for the
' planning and implementation of an east/west boulevard connec-
tor to U.S. 17. Shoreline Drive from the Brick Road to the
intersection of U.S. 17 would be closed as a street connector
and redeveloped*as a passive recreation area.
Policy Choices:
' 1) River Bend's continuing policy will be to work toward new
north/south streets that would provide access to the U.S. 17
highway on the west and east end of U.S. 17 in River Bend.
*A surveyed profile of Shoreline Drive has been completed
through the flood hazard area, as depicted on the Flood Hazard
Maps. The survey indicates that approximately 500 feet of
Shoreline Drive could flood to a depth of 6" in a 100-year
flood. The street would not necessarily be impassable. How-
ever, increasing traffic growth and access are the major con-
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C. BILLBOARD CONTROL ALONG U.S. 17 HIGHWAY CORRIDOR
As of April 1987, there were less than five billboards along the
U.S. 17 highway corridor through River Bend; however, as land use
changes along this busy highway corridor, pressure to install new
billboards may increase. One of the most critical development
issues expressed in the results of the planning questionnaire was
the desire to maintain the quiet residential character of River
Bend. The introduction of new billboards in the future could
detract from this quiet residential character.
Policy Alternatives:
1) Take no action and use current zoning ordinance to control the
location of billboards.
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current controls and revise as necessary to adequately control
future location of billboards along U.S.. 17 corridor.
3) River Bend could revise the current zoning ordinance to
prevent any future billboards along U.S. 17 corridor.
Policy Choice: ,
4) River Bend policy will be to revise current zoning
ordinance as necessary to eliminate the use of billboards ,
inside the Town limits and planning jurisdiction and
establish an amortization period of 5.5 years for removal
of all existing billboards as permitted by State and '
Federal law.
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d. FUTURE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ALONG U.S. 17 HIGHWAY CORRIDOR
' When River Bend was incorporated as a municipality in early 1981,
the U.S. 17 highway corridor was very rural in character. Until
recently, this area has remained rural in character with the
exception of residential lots that have been recently approved on
both sides of U.S. 17 near Shoreline Drive. In some cases, these
new subdivisions have a service road off of U.S. 17 and, in other
cases, all of the new lots have direct access to U.S. 17 with
individual driveways. To retain an attractive appearance along
U.S. 17 and to make this highway corridor as safe as possible,
local officials must determine if future subdivisions should be
permitted to front residential lots with driveways directly on
U.S. 17 or should they require that lots be served by a secondary
road that provides access to U.S. 17.
Policy Alternatives:
1) Take no action and allow future residential subdivisions along
U.S. 17 to have direct access to U.S. 17.
Policy Choices:
1) River Bend policy will be to review and revise subdivision
regulations to require future subdivisions to provide residen-
tial streets with access to highway corridor rather than
direct access to U.S. 17 from each lot.
Note: This is academic. Access to U.S. 17 within corporate
limits is presently committed. If extra -territorial jurisdiction
is returned, a policy choice will be important and needed.
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e. AMOUNT AND LOCATION OF FUTURE COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT 1
During the last several months, there has been a great deal of
discussion on what is an appropriate location for future commer-
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the planning questionnaire, 61% of all age groups responding
indicated that they would like to see commercial development
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located along the U.S. 17 corridor but away from the entrance to
River Bend. As River Bend continues to grow, there will be more
and more pressure to develop commercial areas to meet the demand
of current and new residents. Establishing a policy to direct
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this anticipated commercial growth is a high priority with River
Bend officials.
Policy Alternatives:
1) River Bend officials will determine best location for commer-
cial development along U.S. 17 corridor and rezone that area
for such use.
2) River Bend officials will establish policy to require all
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review requests for rezoning for such use on a case -by -case
basis.
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1) Continue to use zoning ordinance and rezoning request process
to direct future commercial growth.
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The results of the planning questionnaire show that 54% of the
families in the 20-50 age group would like to see the Town pur-
chase additional land for recreational purposes. In the 51-and-
above age group, 33% indicated an interest in seeing the Town
acquire more recreational land. When asked about willingness to
pay additional taxes for the purchase of such land, 44% in the
20-50 age group said they would be willing to pay more taxes for
such purchases, with 27% of the 51-and-over age group saying they
would be willing to pay more taxes. In addition to the results of
the planning questionnaire, it is apparent that as River Bend con-
tinues to grow, it would be desirable to continue to set aside
additional land for recreational purposes as required in the sub-
division regulations.
Policy Alternatives:
1) Take no action and continue to require -subdivisions to set
aside land for recreational purposes in their subdivision or
pay a fee per dwelling unit as now required in subdivision
regulations.
2) River Bend will establish a recreation committee to prepare a
recreation needs plan to best utilize future recreation funds
paid by developers fees and from other interests.
Policy Choice:
1) River Bend policy will be to continue to require developers to
set aside a specified land amount for each dwelling unit for
recreational purposes or pay specific amounts per dwelling
unit developed. In addition, the Town of River Bend will
prepare a recreation master plan based on projected population
to best utilize funds set aside for recreational land
purchases and development.
Public access to public waters is also an issue of
River Bend. Currently, boating access is provided
vate marina which charges a nominal launching fee.
Town does not have the capacity to develop expanded
opportunities.
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In recent years, River Bend has experienced some development of
townhouses, condominiums, and other multi -family developments
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primarily adjacent to Shoreline Drive. When citizens of River
Bend were asked about future development of high quality planned
unit developments in River Bend, 67% of the 20-50 age group and
83% of the 51-and-over age group said they would not like to see
clustered housing developed at River Bend.
Policy Alternatives:
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1) River Bend policy will be to review and revise subdivision
regulations to not permit future planned residential develop-
ment and group development.
2) River Bend policy will be to review existing requirements on
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planned and group development to determine if revising can or
should be made to make this type -of development more accept-
able to River Bend citizens.
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1) River Bend policy will continue to permit planned residential
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regulations.
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When River Bend citizens were asked if people should be able to
park their boats, trailers, etc., anywhere they wanted to on their
own property, 57% of the 20-50 age group said they should not be
able to park them anywhere. 87% of the 51-and-over age group did
not think people should be able to park boats, trailers, etc.,
anywhere, even on their own property because in many cases the
location of their boats and trailers can have a direct visual
effect on adjacent property owners. Controlling the location of
boats, trailers, etc., can be regulated through a restrictive
covenant for a subdivision but may be more difficult from a
municipality standpoint. Obviously, based on the results of the
questionnaire, there is some concern about this issue.
Policy Alternative:
1) River Bend's policy will be to take no action.
Policy Choice:
1) River Bend policy will be to continue with existing
ordinances.
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i. PROVISION OF ADEQUATE DRAINAGE FOR RIVER BEND
Because of the low elevation of much of River Bend, there
continues to be a problem with periodic flooding, primarily along
Plantation Canal. In an effort to determine how this periodic
flooding could be controlled or improvements made to reduce the
effects of flooding, the Town had secured the assistance of a '
consulting engineering firm. This study, once completed, was to
have contained recommendations on how to address this continuing
problem. However, because of budgetary and other considerations,
the Town decided not to complete the project.
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When citizens were asked in the planning questionnaire to rank the
most critical development issues, with 1 being the most critical
and 9 the least critical, concern about water & sewer service was
Number 6, which is rather low. When citizens were asked if they
would be willing to pay more taxes for water, 54% said no, with
56% saying no for sewer. This response is understandable in the
fact that many of residences located in River Bend are being
served by both water and sewer service through a private company
with only a portion of the community on individual water and
septic tanks.
As River Bend has worked on the update of the Land Use Plan, the
Town has also secured the services of Talbert, Cox & Associates,
Inc., to study the private water and sewer systems and make
recommendations on the desirability of the Town purchasing these
systems. Based on the results of the study and the Land Use Plan,
it is apparent that most citizens do not want to expend tax funds
to provide water and sewer and the company presently providing
services is doing a good job and does have plans to expand the
system to serve more customers.
Policy Alternative:
1) River Bend policy will be to begin the process of purchasing
the private water and sewer system.
Policy Choice:
1) River Bend policy will be to continue to use the private water
and sewer service now available.
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D. CONTINUING PUBLIC PARTICIPATION POLICIES
Throughout the preparation of this Plan Update, the input of
the citizens of River Bend was actively sought. At the outset, a
planning survey questionnaire was developed and widely distributed
throughout the Town. The results were utilized to determine the
relevant planning issues facing the Town throughout the planning
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period. A summary of the process and results are shown in
Appendix 2.
In addition to the survey, the Planning Board, which consists
of five local citizens representing the Town, was actively
involved with the Planning Consultant throughout the entire
process. Several work sessions were held, as well as regular
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Planning Board meetings, all of which were open to the public.
Specifically, meetings at which the Land Use Plan was discussed
were held on the following dates:
(By the Planning Board): February 26, March 26, August 27,
1986; May 7 and July 2, 1987
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September 17, 1986
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In addition to the above dates,- a special joint meeting with
both boards was held June 17, 1987. This meeting was advertised
as a public information meeting. All planning documents are
continually available at the Town Hall for public inspection.
As a matter of policy, the Town of River Bend has always ,
sought to keep its citizens informed of Town proceedings. A sum-
mary of the proceedings of both the Planning Board and Town
Council meetings is published monthly in the River Bender, a local
newspaper distributed throughout the Town. All meetings of the
boards and committees are open to the public. These policies will
continue throughout the planning period. ,
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The purpose of the land classification system is to provide a
uniform way of looking at how the use of land interacts with envi-
ronmentally sensitive areas and with the development needs of a
particular locality. It is not a strict regulatory device in the
sense of a zoning ordinance or zoning map. It represents more of
a tool to aid in understanding the relationships between various
land use categories and how these relationships help shape local
policy. Particular attention is focused on the intensity at which
land is used and the level of services needed to support that
intensity. The regulations for the Coastal Area Management Act
state:
"The land classification system provides a framework to be
used by local government to identify the future use of all
lands in each county. The designation of land classes allows
the local government to illustrate their policy statements as
to where and to what density they want.growth to occur, and
where they want to conserve natural and cultural resources by
guiding growth." (7B.0204) (a)
The five land classifications, along with a land classification
map, are therefore intended to serve as a visual representation of
the policies stated in Section II of. this plan. The map depicting
these classifications must be as flexible as the policies that
guide them. (See the attached Land Classification Map, Map 3.)
Only three of'the Coastal Resources Commissions' five land classi-
fications will be relevant to the land development policies of the
Town of River Bend. River Bend, unlike many other municipalities
within coastal counties, has no direct connection to estuarine
waters or estuarine shorelines. There is, however, the possibil-
ity of coastal wetlands (basically the same as the "wildlife pre-
serve" area), and significant flood prone areas. The presence of
any other "environmentally sensitive" areas in River Bend is
unlikely. Therefore, the three land classification categories
presented here relate to a small, but rapidly developing inland
municipality. They are identified and described below.
A. DEVELOPED
The developed class of land use provides for continued inten-
sive development and redevelopment of existing cities. Areas
to be classified as "developed" include lands currently devel-
oped for urban purposes or approaching a density of 500 dwell-
ings per square mile that are provided with usual municipal or
public services, including at least public water, sewer,
recreational facilities, police and fire protection. Areas
w hich exceed the minimum density but which do not have public
sewer service may best be divided into a separate class to
indicate that although they have a developed character, they
will need sewers in the future.
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B.
Within River Bend, all of the area within the Town corporate
limits complies with the above definition. Although there is
a considerable number of vacant lots within the Town limit
boundaries, most of the areas have access or potential access
to water and/or sewer services. Therefore, much of this unde-
veloped area could be developed during the period covered by
this plan (1986-1996) .
TRANSITION
Transition land is classified as those lands providing for
future intensive urban development within the ensuing ten
years on lands that are most suitable and that will be ,
scheduled for provision of necessary public utilities and
services. They may also provide for additional growth when
additional lands in the developed class are not available or
when they are severely limited for development.
Lands classified "transition" may include:
1: lands currently having urban services, and
2. other lands necessary to accommodate the urban population
and economic growth anticipated within the planning '
jurisdiction over the next ten years.
Lands classified for the latter reason must:
a. be served or be readily served by water, sewer, and.
other urban services, including streets, and
b. be generally free of severe physical limitations for '
urban development.
The "transition" class should not include:
a.
lands of high potential for agriculture, forestry, or
mineral extraction, or land falling within extensive
rural areas being managed commercially for these uses,
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lands where urban development might result in major or
irreversible damage to important environmental,
cultural, scientific, or scenic values; or
C.
land where urban development might result in damage to
natural systems or processes of more than local
concern; and
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lands where development will result in undue risk to
life or property from natural hazards or existing land
uses, e.g., frequently flooded areas.
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in River Bend that will be classified "transitional"
include
areas within the existing Town limits, and some areas
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within the former extra -territorial area.
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The relationship between the "developed and transition" clas-
sification is usually an important one. The first class is
meant to define the already intensively developed areas and/or
those areas where intensive urban -type development is likely
to occur. Transitional lands are those areas where public
investment decisions will be required to provide the necessary
urban services. With long-range planned improvements in both
water and sewer services, the areas classified "transition"
should have accessibility to these services.
Again, the relationship between "developed" and "transition"
make those lands important areas to closely monitor. The
Coastal Resources Commission has further clarified this
relationship as described below.
The Developed and Transition classes should be the only lands
under active consideration by a county or municipality for
intensive urban development requiring urban services. The
area within these classes is where detailed local land use and
public investment planning will occur. State and federal
expenditures on projects associated with urban development
(water, sewer, urban street systems, etc.) will be guided to
these areas.
C. CONSERVATION
The third CAMA land classification considered relevant to
River Bend is the "conservation." The "conservation" class
provides for effective long-term management of significant
limited or irreplaceable areas. This management may be needed
because of its natural, cultural, recreational, productive, or
scenic values. This class should be limited to lands that
contain: major wetlands; essentially undeveloped shorelands
that are unique, fragile, or hazardous for development; neces-
sary wildlife habitat or areas that have a high probability
for providing necessary habitat conditions; publicly -owned
water supply watersheds and aquifers; and forestlands that are
undeveloped and will remain undeveloped for commercial pur-
poses. Also, by definition, all Areas of Environmental
Concern must be classified "conservation". In River Bend,
however, the incidence of statutorily defined areas of
Environmental Concern is very limited. However, potential
wetlands have been identified as "Wildlife Preserve" areas on
the Town's zoning map.
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D. OTHER CLASSIFICATIONS
1. Community
The "community" classification provides for clustered land
uses to meet housing, shopping, employment, and public '
service needs within the rural areas of a county. It is
usually characterized by a small grouping of mixed land
uses which are suitable and appropriate for small clusters
of rural development not requiring municipal sewer ser-
vice. There are no areas which will be classified "com-
munity" within River Bend's jurisdiction.
2. Rural
The "rural" class provides for agriculture, forest manage-
ment, mineral extraction, and other low -intensity uses on
large sites, including residences where urban services are
not required and where natural resources will not be
unduly impaired. These are lands identified as appropri-
ate locations for resources management and allied uses:
land with high potential for agriculture, forestry, or ,
mineral extraction; lands with one or more limitations
that would make development costly and hazardous; and
lands containing irreplaceable, limited, or significant
natural, recreational, or scenic resources not otherwise
classified. There may be lands in the former extraterri-
torial jurisdiction that fit this category, but presently
no lands will be classified as "rural" in River Bend's
planning area.
E. LAND CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
The proposed classification of land for varying levels of
intensity and provision of public services in the Town of
River Bend were represented in parts A through D, above. '
These classifications related directly to the "policy state-
ments" contained in Section II of this plan. Additional
information on the relationship.between the land classifica-
tion system and policies will be presented in the following
Section IV.
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As required by the Coastal Area Management Act, the land use plan
must relate the policies section to the land classification map
and provide some indication as to which land uses are appropriate
in each class.
A. DEVELOPED AND TRANSITION CLASSES
As mentioned in the discussion of existing conditions, growth
will continue to occur within the Town limits as well as
within the one -mile extraterritorial area. These are areas
where basic services such as water and sewer are available or
might be feasible within the planning period. The developed
and transition classes were specifically designated to
accommodate these intensively developed areas and land uses,
including residential, commercial, industrial, community
facilities, and transportation.
B. RURAL CLASS
The rural class is the broadest of the land classes and is
designated to provide for agriculture, forest management,
mineral extraction and other low intensity uses. Residences
may be located within the rural class where urban services are
not required and where natural resources will not be perma-
nently impaired. Some large developments may be encouraged in
the rural class when there is an absence of otherwise suitable
land within the development and transition classes and/or when
there is a possible threat to the urban populace. Such large
developments or uses include airports, land application sewer
systems, and power plants.
C. CONSERVATION CLASS
The conservation class is designated to provide for effective
long-term management of significant limited or irreplaceable
areas which include Areas of Environmental Concern, and
publicly owned gamelands and parks and cultural and historical
sites. Policy Statements under Resource Protection, and
Resource Production and Management in Section III of this plan
address the Town's intentions under this class. Also, a more
detailed discussion of the Conservation classification, along
with permissible uses, is included in the preceding Section
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Community class does not apply to River Bend's Land Use Plan ,
Update because these are areas usually found at crossroads
within the "rural classification." The general range of
acceptable uses are -limited to residences, isolated general
and convenience stores, and churches and other public facil-
ities. Such areas do not exist within River Bend's jurisdict-
ion, but may exist if extra -territorial jurisdiction were
re-established. ,
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Throughout the preparation of the 1987 Land Use Plan, the Town
of River Bend had contact with several government agencies and
Craven County. The designation of "transition" lands along U.S.
Highway 17, for example, was coordinated with the Craven County
Planning Department. River Bend will continue to coordinate with
various levels of federal,•state, and other local governments
throughout the implementation of its planning program.
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EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Adopted 12-19-84
Amended 09-16-87
Town of Fiver Bend
Craven County
North Carolina
INDEX
I. Authorities................................................................ Page
II. References ................................................................ Page 1
III. Purpose.................................................................... Page
IV. Organization.............................................................. Psge 1
V. Concept of Operation ...................................................Page 1
VI. Actions to be Tal•::en................................................... Pag=
Appendix
A:
Responsible Tou.in Officia..la........................Pa=e
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APpendi::
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Emergency Command Pc_ _t...................
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Daii�age Hssessi��e„` Tea��� ..........................� �,�� _:
Appendix
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Primary and Secondary Shelter ..................Page
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Appendix
E:
Increased Readiness Actions Check.list.........
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Appendix
F:
Immunity & Exception; No Private Liability..Page
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***Emergency t••lanagement Plan ***** Toarn c_ f Pi+••er Band Ewiergenc- Management Plan **.R
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT PLAN
Adopted 12-19-84
Amended 09-16-87
Town of River Send
Cra'.-en County
North Carolins
I. Authorities:
a. North Carolina General Statute 166A.
b. Emergency Management Ordinance for C;•aven C.,o unty.
II. References:
a. North Carolina Disaster Relief and Assistarce Plan.
b. Craven County American National Reo Cross k rea Went, Craven i_ounty Chapter.
III. Purpose:
This plan has been developed to provide for the safety of, and to infer+•a the residents of
the Town of River Bend in case of natural or r.an-made di_._ _tors. To reduce the 1�ulner•abilitr of
people and property of this to,,rn to damage, iniury acid 1_s. of life and propert/. To prepare for
Prompt and efficient rescue, care and treatment of affected rers-Dns. an, to pro•-ide for the rapid
' and orderly rehabilitation of persons and restoration of pror—e-c•t`--.
IV. Organization:
The primary responsibility for alerting, informing and evacuation of town residents (if
required) rests with the Town Public Safet, Officer and River Send Police Department through
co6peration r,,ith the Craven County Director of Ernargencr:• Services. Upon notification of any
Possible emergency situation pertaining to an:: area within the town, the Public Safety Officer and
Police Department will ensure that all residents are inept info,m,ed as to the status of the
Iemergency.
V. Concept of Operation:
a. The designated town officials will be kept ad+. .sed of the status of the emergency
through the Public Safety Officer .snd F'c:li:=e Elep.s;-tment in cooperation !pith the
Craven County Emergency Services. 'S`ee Appendr.; Ar

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b. Emergency communications will be rriaintaine.�- within the town and with the County
Emergency Operations Center (EOf :) by the use of riiobile and portable radios in the
event of failure of telephone circuit= into the toton. The services of Amateur and/or
CS Radio Operators -may also be utilized.
C. An Emergency Command Post (ECi=) will be e_t=3blish_d at the Toren Office, or other -
designated location. (See Appendix B)
d. Evacuation of residents in threatened area_ uAll be accomplished as soon as
possible following the determination that evacuation is needed. -All residents are
requested to evacuate their homes upon notification to do so.
e. The primary evacuation shelter for this area will be designated by the County EOC.
f. In case of flooding of Shoreline Drive, the bsci:-up shelter for town residents unable
to evacuate, will be the Town Hall. Amend. 09-16-87
g. Mass care for evacuees in the primary-helters will be in accordance with
agreements. (Feeding, clothing, medical care, etc.)' (wee Appendix D)
h. Evacuees to the secondary sheltar shouii] br'inc clothing, food, water, cots,
blant:.-ets, flashlights, medical needs, etc., as any, care will be severely limited.
i. Re-entry to evacuated areas tjill be allowea when authorized by the Public Safety
Officer/Police Department.
j. As soon as feasible, a damage ass_ssxient report will be cor„pleted by the Damage
Assessment Team and submitted through the To,•Jn E+Aergency r_om-friand Posi to the
County Control Group. (See Appendix:: C)
VI. Actions to be Tak-.en:
a. Upon notification of a possible a-f;ergenCy condition. the River Bend Police
Department will be on full alert, i<aeping the FLuolic 'safety Officer- advised of their
whereabouts at all times.
b. If necessary, the Police Department will begin wozrb::ing a twelve (12-1) hour shift until
the state of emergency is over. At that tithe normal shifts may resume.
C. The Public Safety Officer or Chief of Polio ,.,ill 1-::eep the Chairman of the River
Bend Community Watch Associat.on advised of the status of the emergency at all
times.
d. The Town Emergency Cornrriand Post should oe +iia.nned at all tiraes soy as to 1<:eep the

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e.
f.
may be accomplished through the use _,luntear-s of the Corri-munity Watch
Association. The person with primary respor._icilit:, for oc-,er-a.tion of the CP woli be
one of the town officials listed in tippen-,i:: A.
If it is 'neemEd necessary to ut' ii2 the snelter, the Con murmity Li3t;=h
Association is designated the resporsio• it; f-_r the shelter With Shelter
Captains. These individuals are ;iv en fLj'l autr._. ity for the operation and control of
the snelter.
Should it be necessary, the Cor-mt rity Assc-=ration be requeste,:, to
supplement the Police Oepartment in ?at. _ ... _ the t_. al,:; tt;e protect'^n of
property within the town. Comp,..unity Watch Personnel will only be as1 eh to observe
and report any suspicious activ-ties `_ "le ='•_ ,,_;, Department for enforcement, the
Commurity Watch Personnel are not to tape it u^on ther,iselve_ tc try and enforce
the lart.

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APPENDIX. A
The Town Officials t-)ith primary respcnsitilit; for th:- s:,'etv of tow-, re_icents durin an
anticipated or actual state i-.f emergency are:
a. Overall Control,
i. Mayor/Mayor-Protern
b. Health and Safety:
1. Public Safety Officer
2. Police Chief
C. Public Worl.:.s and Roads:
1. Public Wor I•:s D ire_trr
d. Damage Assessment:
` 1. public Works Director
2. D .rect,:)r of Pl.anninc
3. Adrntnistrati,-e Clff icer
4. Damage Assessment Tea'r(i (See-
e. Reserve:
1. Town Officials not listrC ab:ve.
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APPENDIX 6
An Emergency Command Post will be established at the T_wn Office .an,- will be rnanred
during the emergency by at least one of the Tatern Offici._ 1c 1i=ted it Appendi;r u, Tok.,:n volunteers
should be solicited to supplement manning tr e Co rrrrrsan F -'st. Wren not on patrol, the Police
Officer on duty will be at the Command Fost. e-ace,_tinn of areas. of the Town be
necessary, the Command Post will request t!-.3r lo, 31 -V .=i^1 F'1.d'a stations broadcas' the
announcement and the Poli._e Department will warn thr r-z-=rents •_,f the area t••,- *.he use o4 the
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The Damage Assessment Teamwill ccns'st of t�-, fmi---mbe,s:
l. PuolicWorl.!-s Oirector
2. Finance Officer
3. Planning Director
4. Chairman of the PlanninoGnero
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* 5. Building Contractor/RealEstaceOfficial
* 6. Insurance Representacive-
* 7. Fire Inspector
Shouldum a volunteerpos�!tion.
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APPENDIX D
A. Primary Shelter:
1. For the purpose o' this plan, .a pr-i-mary _. ?lter L defined as a predeslgnated
structure of sufficient strength to wit -,static r:igh wilds, which i- located in an area
not subject to flooding or storm: surge ar1,` wn,;-;-, w-.10 safeguard ? certain number of
evacuees, and one w'lich has been designate-= oy =he County as 3 P il",ary Shelter.
2. A limited number of cots and tilar,I::e*s urtl' :,ti supplied b%l the Red Cross/Emergency
Management Services for the aged and 54ci..
3. Evacuees will be resr'onsibie for o in'cinzi `--ar"<'ets, food f•=r s-ma"i infants, and a-iy
special type of food that has beet; DreS_rirrd tly a physician anc only prescrl t
F ion
drugs.
a. No anima is ,Nisi be a.."•oA)ad intc. snait=rs = c zz ae-ng "j•=- do;=.
5. The County has p1'imary resporsibiliyy f•_r p,.;vld'r,, _~,eiter for all court resice"t=
and visitors.
B. Secondary Shelter:
i. As provided for in th-,s pian, a ._=_ncar, =`.elver core that is d_signated by the
Town Command F;ost for those ev3L-ieEs tnat are :-Inaile to av3-
_._a-_ to a Primary
Shelter because of fl.:cding of to',e ro.3rs Ott-er _au_es.
2. In all li!,el„hooc„ there koill be no se-:ic==. _v.3i11o• at aria •=ecorid=' qhe'ter bey r'1d
what is brought by the individual evacuee. r-a__aa'3 should bri' :. tneir own, food,
clothing, cots, blani-ets, flasiilightl=, medica' __'-'P"iRs %ti=.
3. No animals Mill be allokoed in t .e Se.--jnriar' r'ter e;<crpt seal-lg Pyp dogs

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APPENDIX E
Increased Readiness Act -on Checkl4st
Condition 5 - Hurricane Season (June i - November _:")
Condition 4 - Alert - hurricane Advisory
Condition 3 - Hurricane Watch (48 Hours to landfali'j
Condition 2 - Hurricane Warning (24 hours to',and'-fail'i
Condition 1 - 12 hours or less to landfa 11
Condition 0 - Landfall
The condition will be declared by the Oirector of the Crave-, County Eimergency Operations Center.

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APPENDIX F
A. Immunity and L;ceF:rirn;
1. As provided in General Statutes lEA-A- i 4: I
All functions hereunder and all other act',.it ies relating to emer—an:_y management
are hereby declareo to be govern. -mental functions. Neither the State nor any
Political subdivision thereof, nor, :;•rCapt in rases ;,f ,.,illfttl misconduct, gross
negligence or bad faith, any a ic-gency-manaserr:ent worker cz;.r+Plying with or
reasonably attempting to comply with this Chapter or any order, rule or regulation
Promulgated Pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter or Pursuant to any ordinance
relatirn3 to any emergency mlan?=enient rrrieasurA.c enacfe,d b;/ .any Political subdivision
of the State, shall be liable fc,r toO-.= !eath of or injury to Persons, or for damage to
Property as a result of any such activity.
E. No Private Liability;
1. As provided in General Statutes 166.A-15;
Any Person, f jrrm or corporation =;:,ni a or tort r
_rcl'jn, real or personal property who,
voluntarily or involuntarily, �.'.ri:?+•Ij�I�iy or unl<:n._tmin-g; , bljtl or compensation,
grants a license :_r privilege or otner;+rise 'ermits or allows- t`e designation or use
of the whole or any cart or p_rts o* such reai or Persona', Property for the purpose
of sheltering, Protecting, safegu=rdin3 or a'din.-_ jn any vray Persons shall, together
with his successors in interest, =f an,:, not be cjviily liable for the- death of or injury
to any Persc_n or the loss of or damage to t;'a property of any per=ons where such
death, injury, loss or dar;iage r_su?te_ fr_.m, throuch or because of the use of the
said real or Personal property f.=r any +_f t`?e 3c.-;ve Purp_:ses.
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Office of Coastal Zone Management, National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration.
REMEMBER. hurricanes are large powerful storms that can suddenly change direction.
Check freQuently, on the sto"n's progress until all Watches and Warnings for your area
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TOTALS - ALL AGES
If a mobile home pare ordinance was adopted with adequate minimum development standards
(landscape buffer, paved roads, underground utilities), would you favor zoning to permit
mobile home parks across U.S. 17?
458 Yes 15 - 3% No 430 - 94$ No Concern 13 - 3$
Please indicate the degree of agreement or disagreement with each of the following
statements;
Agree No Dis- Disagree
Strongly Agree Opinion agree Strongly
A person should be able to do anything he
wants with and on his property 18 42 4 215 161 440
4% 9% 1% 49% 37%
People should be able to park their boats,
trailers, etc., anywhere they want on their
own property 24 62 13 173 174 446
5% 14% 3% 39% 39%
The Town should increase taxes to provide for
increased services (street repaving, walking
paths, bike trails, etc.)
I would like to see more high quality Planned
Unit Developments in River Bend (Planned Unit
Development would be clustered housing w/amen-
ities such as swimming pool, club house, ten-
nis courts, etc.)
The Town should acquire additional land for
recreational use, i.e., ball parks, etc.
River Bend should have its own fire protection
and not depend on Rhems VFD
I would be willing to work as a volunteer
f ireman
Raver Bend should establish its own rescue
.:juad unit
I would be willing to work as a volunteer
rescue squad manber
The existing Town ordinances are reasonable
I would like to see an animal leash law in
River Bend
16 109 43 139 124 431
4% 25% 10% 32% 29%
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24
77
54
133
164
452
5%
17%
12%
30%
36%
37
136
65
124
78
440
8%
31%
15%
28%
18%
35
91
58
167
97
448
8%
20%
13%
37%
22%
9
47
74
164
80
374
2%
13%
20%
44%
21%
35
8$
126
29%
70
130
74
435
17$
30%
16%
9
57
77
154
83
380
2%
15%
20%
41%
22%
31
236
69
55
20
411
8%
57%
17%
13%
5%
181 132
42% 31%
28 59 31
6% 14% 7%
431 It
I would be willing to pay more taxes
for the following:
More recreation facilities
23-
6%
84-24%
28- 8%
111-31%
110-31%
356
Fire Department
25-
7%
101-27$
43-11%
107-29%
98-26%
374
Rescue Squad
38-10%
108-28%
44-11%
101-27%
90-24%
381
Police Department
Ti-
8%
101-28%
46-13%
95-26%
92-25%
365
Water System
33-
9$
96-26$
40-11$
97-27%
99-27%
365
Sewer System,
31-
8%
88-24%
45-12%
107-29%
98-27%
369
Public Garbage Collection
19-
5%
56-16%
30- 9%
125-36%
116-34%
346
Others (Specify)
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9. Please discuss briefly any land use related issues not reflected above which you
consider important to the future development of River Bend.

1986-87 LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
CITIZEN SURVEY FOR4
TOTAL (ALL AGES)
Dear fellow residents of River Bend:
The Town of River Bend is preparing an update to its Land Use Plan prepared originally under
the Coastal Area Management Act. This plan will review and present policies for land
preservation and development over the next ten years and will serve as a general guide for
the Town, County, developers, and state and federal agencies. The Town Council and Planning
Board request your involvement in this planning process.
Please take a few minutes to complete the following questions, and return the questionnaire
in the enclosed self-addressed envelope. All responses will remain confidential. Thank
you. Please return by August 15, 1986.
1. How long have you lived at River Bend?
Do you awn or
rent your residence? What age
group are you in?
Length of Residence
Owner or Renter
Age Group
149 1- 2 yrs - 33%
33 Rent -
7% 24
20-30
- 5%
451 134 2- 5 yrs - 30% 453
420 Own -
93% 457 57
56
31-40
41-50
- 12%
- 12%
108 5-10 yrs - 24%
50 10-15 yrs - 11%
95
51-60
- 21%
10 15 yrs or more - 2%
183
61-70
- 40%
42
Over 70
- 9 %
2. Please check one: 447 Retired -
298 - 67%
Employed - 149
- 33%
Haw do you et most of our information about what is
3. Y 9 Y
going on in River
Bend?
367 A. The River Bender - 80%
18 D. Television - 6%
457 126 B. The Sun Journal - 28%
256 E. Word of Mouth -
56 %
96 C. Attending Town Meetings -
21%
4. what, in your opinion, is the most critical development issue facing River Bend over the
next 10 years? (If more than one is checked, rank than in numerical order of importance
to you, with #1 being the most important and #9 being the least important.)
5 Provision of adequate drainage
R 6 Provision of adequate water and sewer to meet growth demands
A 2 Control, or guidance, of land development within the planning jurisdiction
N 1 Maintaining the "character" of the Town, i.e., quiet residential
K 3 The amount and location of future eonmercial development
I 4 Adequacy of Shoreline Drive as main entrance to River Bend f ran U.S. 17.
N 7 Traffic congestion at Highway 17 intersection
G 8 Other (list) See responses listed under Other for Question #4
Age 20-50 (32 responses) Age 51 & over (62 responses)
5. In your opinion, which of the following best describes how River Bend should gray in the
next 10 years? (Check one)
452 72 Remain about the same as new 321 Grow only moderately 54 Grow substantially
16% 72% 12%
6. As River Bend grows, there will be a market for developers to serve the crnmercial needs
of our community. In your opinion, where should this future commercial development be
located?
54 Adjacent to existing commercial zoned land near Town Hall - 11%
83 Along U.S. 17 at intersection with entrances into River Bend - 18%
465 282 Along U.S. 17, but away fran entrance to River Bend - 61%
46 Other suggestions on locations (list) - 10% Age 20-50 (19 responses)
Age 50 & over (75 responses

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iAPPENDIX 2
ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED IN 1987 LAND USE PLAN
River Bend, North Carolina
I. Land Use Issues
As part of the land use planning process and public participa-
tion process, the Town Board and Planning Board decided to use
a planning questionnaire, which was extensively distributed
throughout the River Bend community. Based on results of that
questionnaire and conversations with the Planning Board and
Council members, it was determined that the following repre-
sent primary development issues to be addressed in the 1987
Land Use Plan.
In the 20-50 age group, the following were land use issues of
primary concern:
1. Maintenance of the quiet residential character of River
Bend.
2. The amount and location of future commercial development.
3. Control and guidance of land development within the plan-
ning jurisdiction.
4. Provision of adequate water and sewer to meet growth
demands.
5. Provision of adequate drainage for River Bend.
6. Adequacy of Shoreline Drive as main entrance to River Bend
and to U.S. 17.
In the 51 and over age group, the following represented the
six highest priority land use issues:
1. Maintenance of the quiet residential character of River
Bend.
2. Control and guidance of land development within the plan-
ning jurisdiction.
3. The amount and location of future commercial development.
4. Adequacy of Shoreline Drive as main entrance to River Bend
and to U.S. 17.
5. Provision of adequate drainage for River Bend.
6. Provision of adequate water and sewer to meet growth
demands.

II. Outline of Issues to be Addressed and Options Being Considered
1. Under control and guidance of future land development, we
will look at possible guidelines, such as site plan review
for future commercial or other development; possibly more
stringent on landscape buffering requirements, which was
also mentioned in the 1981 River Bend Land Use Plan.
2.
The provision of adequate drainage is presently being
addressed through a study funded by the State, and being
conducted by Talbert, Cox & Associates.
3.
The provision of adequate water and sewer is also present-
ly being studied in detail, with an initial report being
provided to the Town Board from Talbert, Cox & Associates.
4.
The adequacy of Shoreline Drive has been a growing concern
because of the potential flooding problems that exist near
the Scotchman on Shoreline Drive. Because this road is
the only access into and out of the primary residential
area of River Bend, there is much concern that in a flood-
ing situation, much of the area would be cut-off from the
U.S. 17 Highway area. During the planning process, we
have looked at several thoroughfare plan alternatives that
will be incorporated into the Land Use Plan.
5.
Another issue of great concern is the amount and location
of future commercial development. Based on the results of
the questionnaire and meetings previously held by both the
Planning Board and Town Board, it is apparent that many of
the River Bend citizens have very strong feelings about
the amount of commercial development which would be
appropriate for River Bend and the location of such com-
mercial development.
6. When citizens were asked
to express their opinion about
the amount of growth in
the future for River Bend, both
the 20-50 age group and
51 and over age group expressed a
strong desire for moderate
growth in the future. Specif-
ically, 60% of the 20-50
age group and 77% of the 51 and
over age group expressed
a desire to have a moderate rate
of growth.
7. The questionnaire also revealed
that 52% of the 20-50 age
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group would like to see
commercial development encouraged
along U.S. 17, but away
from the main entrance to River
Bend, with 66% of the 51
and over age group expressing the
same opinion. Based on
that information and the desire to
have better access and additional
access into primary

residential areas of River Bend, the possibility of
locating future commercial development along U.S. 17, but
adjacent to a new major thoroughfare entering River Bend,
is being considered.
8. Both the 20-50 age group and 51 and over age group felt
very strongly that they would not like to see mobile home
development in River Bend; specifically, 92% of the young-
er age group indicated that they would not like to see
mobile home development, with 95% of the 51 and over age
group indicating the same.
9. Fifty-four percent of the 20-50 age group expressed a
desire to see additional land for recreational purposes
being secured, with 33% of the 51 and over age group
■ expressing the same opinion.
T 10. When citizens were asked about the adequacy of community
facilities, both age groups indicated a satisfaction with
the present arrangements for both fire protection and
rescue squad protection. Neither group expressed a desire
to see the Town of River Bend establish either a fire
department or a rescue 'squad.
11. When the question was asked in the planning questionnaire
about the desirability of high -quality plan unit develop-
ments, 33% of the 20-50 age group said they would like to
see such development, with 57% saying that they would not.
In the 51 and over age group, 17% said they would like to
see such development, with 70% saying they would not.
Again, this response seems to reflect the earlier -stated
desire to see the quiet residential character of River
Bend maintained.
III. Road Planning
Currently, River Bend has one major access point into the
primary residential portion of River Bend from U.S. 17. The
Land Use Plan Update will incorporate a proposed thoroughfare
plan, which can be reviewed and adopted by the Department of
Transportation and used by the. Planning Board in review of
future subdivisions to ensure that adequate thoroughfares are
provided in the incorporated and planning jurisdiction area
that is presently undeveloped.
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IV. U.S. 17 Corridor
Since the 1987 Land Use Plan Update process began, there has
been extensive development on the north side of U.S. 17 near
or adjacent to the main entrance into River Bend. This devel-
opment has been in the form of residential lots that front
directly on U.S.17, and other lots that are served off of a
secondary road which does not require that curb cuts be estab-
lished along U.S. 17. The Land Use Plan Update will address
the desirability of future residential and other development
having controlled access along U.S. 17 and encouraging inter-
ior roads, rather than direct access, to this primary thor-
oughfare through the community. The Land Use Plan will also
address the desirability of sign control along the U.S. 17
corridor. At present, there are only two or three commercial
billboards along this thoroughfare, and presently, the thor-
oughfare has a very rural attractive appearance,which should
be maintained in keeping with the desire to continue the quiet
residential character of River Bend.
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RIVER BEND LAND USE PLAN UPDATE, 1987
Analysis of 1982 Policy Statements/Implementation Actions
1
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The CAMA Land Use Plan for coastal communities is essentially a
policy document aimed at guiding localities toward sound growth
management. Because circumstances, conditions, and issues change
over time, the Coastal Resources Commission, under State law,
requires the local land use plans to be updated every five years in
order to "take a second look" at old policies for their relevance as
well as examine newly emerging trends and concerns. The Commission
is also requiring in all 1987 updates an assessment of the previous
policy statements and implementation steps taken to effectuate them.
This summary analysis of some of the major policies contained in the
1982 Plan is being presented as an appendix to the 1987 Plan Update.
A review of the current status of 1982 policies and proposed actions
also helped to identify new policy issues.
DEVELOPMENT ISSUES
Policy/Implementation
A. RESOURCE PROTECTION
1. Policy: To permit only those
uses in Coastal Wetlands AEC
which are demonstratively
consistent with the afore-
mentioned goal in the follow-
ing priority: conservation;
development activities which
require water access and can-
not function elsewhere.
Policy: To maintain the
right of the public to use
the Trent River, Rocky Run,
Island Lake, Samuels Creek,
and the canal for navigation,
recreation, and other public
uses.
Implementation:
° Prohibit in wetlands and
marshes, all uses which, by
their design, destroy the
marshes.
• Consider establishing a
local ordinance enforcing
the existing requirement
(by the Health Department
or the Coast Guard) prohib-
iting dumping. This ordi-
nance should also require
the installation of a pump -
out facility at the expan-
sion of existing marinas or
at new marinas.
Status/Relevancy Actions
1. Continuing and ongoing con-
cern. No direct zoning ordi-
nance amendments, however,
have taken place in order to
implement their policies.
Will still be considered.
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Policy/Implementation
Status/Relevancy Actions
2. Policy: To prevent the dis-
2. Still a policy concern. The
turbance of natural wetlands
major implementation action
associated with the Trent
was classifying wetlands as.
River and tributary streams,
"conservation" on the 1982
especially those designated
Land Classification Map.
as "Wildlife Preserve Dis-
trict (WP)" in the River Bend
Zoning ordinance.
Policy: To maintain and
improve riparian vegetation.
Implementation:
° Develop a list of non-
Existing ordinance for per-
permited uses and incorpor-
mitted uses for established
ate it into the zoning
wildlife zoning is believed
ordinance, to include:
to cover Town's needs.
hunting, taking, or dis-
turbing wildlife; cutting,
taking, collecting, or
damaging of plant life;
fill or discharge of efflu-
ents which cause tempera-
tures to rise to an extent
that endangers indigenous
plants, fish, and/or wild-
life.
'
° Develop standards for
All waterfront land is now
development along waterways
developed. CAMA regulations
and wetlands and incorpo-
are followed.
rate within the zoning
ordinance.
3. Policy: To control types of
land uses which extract
excessive amounts of water
from the acquifer.
Implementation: Support the
Implemented.
N.C. Department of Natural
Resources and Community
Development which requires
that users of more than
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100,000 gallons per day
acquire a permit.

Policy/Implementation
4. Policy: To enhance the
powers of the Planning Board
for consideration of unknown
' archaeological resources,
particularly on properties
cited for demolition and
excavation.
Implementation: Contact the
Department of Cultural
Resources for information
pertaining to state and
federal mechanisms which pro-
tect archaeological sites,
such as legislation and ease-
ments.
5. Policy: To require lower -
density development in areas
of less suitable soils in
order to minimize detrimental
impact upon soil resources
and upon the development
itself .
Implementation: Amend the
' zoning ordinance to require
increased minimum lot size
for areas which drain poorly
and which cannot economically
be made to drain.
6. Policy: To undertake appro-
priate measures to control
erosion within the planning
area.
Implementation: Apply for
technical assistance to con-
duct a feasibility study or
an assessment of available
erosion prevention measures
to be incorporated into
future town ordinances or
otherwise developed for ap-
plication by the Town.
Status/Relevancy Actions
Not believed to be relevant
to River Bend.
Existing ordinances consider-
ed to be satisfactory.,
Study currently (1988) under-
way.

Policy/Implementation
RESOURCE PRODUCTION
Status/Relevancy Actions
1. Policy: To preserve and 1.
maintain prime agricultural
land while accommodating
limited urban growth clus-
ters. To preserve and pro-
tect forestlands for forest
uses.
Implementation:
Amend the River Bend Zoning
Ordinance and. Subdivision
Regulations through the
establishment of an agri-
cultural preservation zone,
minimum lot size (10
acres), and permitted and
non -permitted uses list.
Amend the River Bend Zoning
Ordinance and Subdivision
Regulations to establish a
forest preservation zone,
which stipulates a minimum
lot size (20 acres) and
permitted and non -permitted
uses list.
2. Policy: To maintain and
improve existing. fish habi-
tats while accommodating pub-
lic access to the Trent
River.
Policy: To maintain and man-
age riparian vegetation and
groundcover to promote wild-
life habitats, to stabilize
banks, to allow for the
natural filtering action of
soils, and to shade waterways
to lower water temperatures.
Implementation:
Support all federal and
state programs dealing with
management and production
of commercial fisheries.
This issue is not as relevant
as when the 1982 Plan was
prepared. Since 1982, River
Bend has lost jurisdictional
control over its extra-
territorial area, which con-
tains both agricultural and
forested areas.
No longer a relevant problem
within the Town.
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° Identify public access
points as part of River
Bend's parks and recreation
planning program.
Amend the zoning ordinance
to require developers to
prepare a riparian vegeta-
tion plan for all applica-
ble areas.
C. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVEL-
OPMENT
1. Goal: To foster desired
levels, types, and patterns
of economic development which
are consistent with the
unique character of the Town,
raise local employment
levels, and otherwise con-
tribute to the local economic
base 'so as to implement the
Land Classification Map.
Status/Relevancy Actions
2. Policy: To promote a diver- 2. Not a relevant policy at this
sity of housing types within time.
the extra -territorial area,
with some emphasis given to
the needs of low and moderate
income households.
3. Policy: To promote develop-
ment which absorbs the proj-
ected excess capacity of the
water system inside the
Town.
Implementation: Develop a
water supply distribution
plan which phases the use of
private wells and public
wells if a mixed system is
desirable, or a community -
wide central water system.
This plan should balance pre-
sent need (built environment)
and future need (new develop-
ment). Solicit the partici-
pation of the water system
owner in this effort.
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4. Policy: To support the NRCD
policy of issuing no permits
for extension of sewer lines
until the permitted capacity
is increased.
Policy: To develop the
Town's capacity to provide
sewer services to development
in a phased manner so that
appropriate development is
stimulated (within the means
available), the tax burden
and user rates are kept fair,
and that the prime benefici-
ary (the developer) pays an
equitable share of the
costs.
Implementation: Establish
priorities for issuing sewer
permits as follows:
° First Priority: Lots
already having sewer lines
installed
° Second Priority: Lots
where septic tank and field
absorption systems are not
environmentally feasible
5. Policy: To pursue the estab-
lishment of a multi -purpose
park in River Bend.
Policy: To encourage the
improvement of public access
to the Trent River.
Implementation:
° Develop a multi -purpose
park plan.
° Develop a public access
plan which identifies
access points for boat
launching and pedestrian/
view settings, and methods
for acquisition.
Status/Relevancy Actions
The water and sewer systems
are not owned by Town. How-
ever, the owner does work
closely with the Town, rela-
tive to new development.
Actively in progress.
Actively in progress.
Not currently considered to
be practical at this point in
the Town's development.
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D. CONTINUING PUBLIC PARTICIPA-
TION
1. Policy: To implement a
process for complete review
of the comprehensive plan on
a five-year basis which pro-
vides opportunities for
active involvement by the
City's residents, businesses,
and organizations.
Implementation:
° Post the notice of public
hearings as required by
law.
° Utilize the River Bender
Newsletter For information
dissemination on land use
planning -related matters.
Status/Relevancy Actions
1. This process was implemented
and is an ongoing concern.
On going.
On going.
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