Executive Summary Land Use Plan-2000

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Executive Summary
Town of Hertford
2000 Land Use Plan Update
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Executive Summary
Town of Hertford
2000 Land Use Plan Update
The executive summary of the 2000 Hertford Land Use Plan Update includes a summary of
primary land use issues affecting the community during the planning period and policies which
address those issues. A list of other policy statements included in the complete plan follows. A
land classification map and definitions have also been included.
The entire 2000 Land Use Plan Update for Hertford is available for review at the Town
Manager's office or Public Library in Hertford.
I. PURPOSE OF UPDATE
The primary purpose of the Land Use Plan Update is to identify and analyze emerging
issues and problems and to reexamine policies to determine if they have been effective
j and whether they should be modified. The following objectives must be met in the
update:
• to further define and refine local policies and issues;
• to further examine and refine the land classification system and map;
• to assess the effectiveness of existing land use plan and its implementation;
• to further explore implementation procedures; and,
• to promote better understanding of land use planning.
The land use planning process will also allow local officials to make clear public policy
choices and serve as a framework and guide for use in future decision making. The
planning process also helps establish standards which can be used by the Coastal
Resources Commission (CRC) in reviewing .and approving land use plans. Policies in the
plan update must be consistent with established State and federal policies.
If issues are carefully.and explicitly.addressed, other levels of government will follow
local policies in actions: affecting those issues.
H. INTRODUCTION
Hertford is located in the northeastern coastal plain of North Carolina. In 1974 the State

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role, the CRC finds that land use planning offers the best chance for developing a
common vision and goals for the future that balance the economic development and
resource protection necessary for a healthy coast.
Land use planning provides opportunities for careful analysis of the implications of
various development alternatives, allows meaningful involvement of citizens in
discussing the future of their community and provides a chance for local elected officials
to make clear public policy choices for the future that help guide public and private
investments. Land use planning is an important tool for effectively addressing the many
complicated issues that face areas with high growth.
III. POLICY STATEMENTS
Background — The most important part of any land use plan, particularly those prepared
under North Carolina's Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA), is the formulation of
specific policies regarding growth, development and mans ement objectives. Because of
regulatory requirements and local conditions, the policies attempt to strike a balance
between desires and objectives of local citizens, the local government, and the objectives
of the Coastal Area Management Program. Land development policies, which are based
on analyses of existing conditions (including natural and manmade constraints) and
projected trends, are to serve as general guides for future desired development of
Hertford. Under.CAMA, the overriding issue is that of growth management while at the
same time protecting unique coastal resources. The special resources and constraints
within Hertford were identified in the previous sections of the plan. The policy
statements contained in this section will address both growth management and protection,
and maintenance of these resources.
Recognizing the diversities, which exist among the coastal communities, the Coastal
Resources Commiccion.(CRC) requires each local government to outline specific
development policies under five broad categories, each with its own subset of policy
areas.
Under the following five policy topics, Hertford has chosen to address specific
community issues within the scope of this plan:
I. Resource Protection
2. Resource Production and Management
3. Economic and Community Development
4. Storm Hazard Mitigation
5. Continuing Public Participation
It is important to understand the significance of local CAMA related policy statements
and how they interact with day-to'=day activities of Hertford. Three areas are affected.
First, the policy statements will regulate the issuance of CAMA minor and major
permitting as required by NCGS-1 13A-1 18 prior to undertaking any development in any
Area of Environmental Concern. Hertford must adopt policies that are, at a minimum,

equal to and consistent with the State's minimum use standards. The local government
may, however, adopt minimum use standards that are stricter than the State's and the
local government's stricter standards would become the determining factor -whether a
CAMA permit should be issued.
The second area of application is that of establishing local policies and regulations that
guides Hertford's growth and development. Under North Carolina legislation, technically
land use plans are not regulatory controls, however policy statements must be consistent
with and implemented through local land use ordinances such as zoning or subdivision
ordinances, which require public hearings prior to any revisions.
The final area of application is that of "Consistency Review." Proposals and applications
for state and federal assistance or requests for agency approval of projects are normally
reviewed against the jurisdiction's land use plan to determine if the project is consistent
with local policies: Inconsistencies of a federal or state project with local policies will
serve as grounds for denial or revision of a project.
Community Vision Statement for Next Five- to Ten -Year Planning Period — The
j CAMA land use planning process is intended to help local governments and their citizens
in the coastal area of North Carolina plan for the future. This policy section of the plan
helps set local policy to protect the natural and manmade environment while at the same
time providing direction on what type of community citizens of Hertford want in the
future. The citizens'ofHertford establish the following vision for the community for the
next five- to ten-year planning period:
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Hertford citizens desire to maintain the historic character and charm of Hertford,
and promote its historic character in an effort to bring about more economic
growth. Citizens also want to see more utifization of the Perquimans River, while at
the same time protecting water quality.
Prior to.establishing the policies listed in this section the earlier 1991 Land Use Plan (see
Appendix,1991 Policy Summary) was reviewed by the Hertford Planning and Zoning
Board, resulting in the identification of a need to improve policy statements or
implementation strategies for the following issues:
• Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas, Soil Suitability and Septic
Tank Use
• Other Hazardous or Fragile Land Areas
• Marinas, Floating Home Developments, Dry Stack Facilities
• Industrial Impact on Fragile Areas
Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
• Types and Locations of Industries Desired
Redevelopment of Developed Areas Including Relocation of Structures Due to
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Specific'changes in findings,' policy and implementation language that amended the 1991
statements can be found in the Appendix.
Based on the public participation process, it is clear that residents of Hertford want the
following for their community over the next five- to ten-year planning period:
• Protection of water quality of Perquimans River.
• Revitalization of Downtown Hertford needed.
• Charm of community needs to be maintained.
• Tourism needs to be promoted. Charm of Hertford and historic homes should be
promoted as a means to bring about more economic development.
• Attractions and accommodations for tourists needed.
• Progress needs to be made in developing Commerce Centre.
• More public access to River needed, with boat ramp and marina.
The following format was used to address each policy in the plan:
Issue: The topic or subject for which a policy is adopted or finding
made.
Policv: Statement(s) of local government policy are designed to
achieve public objectives related to the issue.
Implementation: Method oractions used by Hertford to implement policy.
Findings:. A brief summary of the issues, relevant findings and, where.
applicable, alternative policy responses.
Most "Issue" stateme are intended to closely parallel topics or issues identified in the CAMA Land Use
Plan guidelines. Some "Issue" statemwill not be followed by a "Policy", only a "Finding" that clarifies
why the issue is not considered locally relevant
A "Policy" is a statement that is intended to guide decision making. Ideally these statements should remain
substantially unchanged during the five-year planning period ` Though policy can be amended to address
changing circumstance, changes should be avoided to ensure their effectiveness in achieving intended goals
and objectives. 'These policies are designed to maintain a consistent and predictable direction for local
government decisions affecting the Town's growth and development during the planning period.
"Implementation" statements are the method or action the Town of Hertford will use during the planning
period to implement policy.
"Findings", are not policy, and do not carry the same importance as the actual policy statements. This
narrative is to provide background and rationale for the policy statements. In most instances, the discussion
serves to clarify or qualify a problem or issue. There are other issues identified in the CAMA LUP
guidelines that Hertford has determined are not applicable to the Town. A complete list of inapplicable
"Issues" can be found in the Appendix.
A. Resource Protection Policies

Issue: Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC) and Appropriate Land Use
in AEC's
AEC Management Objectives:
Coastal Wetlands: Conserve and manage coastal wetlands so as to safeguard and perpetuate their
biological, social, economic and aesthetic values; to coordinate and establish a management
system capable of conserving and utilizing coastal wetlands as a natural resource essential to the
functioning of the entire estuarine system.
Estuarine Waters: Conserve and manage the important features of estuarine waters so as to
safeguard and perpetuate their biological, social, aesthetic, and economic values; to coordinate and
establish a management system capable of conserving and utilizing estuarine waters so as to
maximize their benefits to man and the estuarine system.
Public Trust Areas AEC's: Protect public rights for navigation and recreation and
to conserve and manage the public trust areas so as to safeguard and perpetuate
their biological, economic and aesthetic value.
Estuarine Shoreline AEC's: Ensure shoreline development is compatible with
j both the dynamic nature of estuarine shorelines and the values of the estuarine
system.
Policy 1: To allow those developments that meet current zoning
regulations and all other local, State and Federal regulations
applicable to AEC areas.
Implementation. The local LAMA Permit Officer and State
CAMA Permit Officer will continue to review all proposed
construction activities in the AEC areas for compliance with
applicable CAMA-regulations.
Issue: Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas, Soil
Suitability and Septic Tank Use
Policy2- Development in areas containing Dorovan muck soils or
Chowan silt loam soils or in areas subject to flooding may be
permitted subject to the following findings._
Policy 3: A vegetative buffer shall be establish in areas adjacent to the "
Perquimans River, Castleton Creek and its tributaries in those
areas containing Dorovan muck and Chowan silt loam soils.
Policy 4: Residential development will not be permitted in areas with
hydric soils as identified in the County detail soils report.
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b) Continue to review proposed developments along the waterfront
area to insure compliance with CAMA and the Corps of Engineers
404 Wetland Permit Program.
c) Development may be permitted in areas referred in Policy 2 provided the
following can be met:
(1) All required permits can be obtained for the development
(2) Developer can show no adverse impact on adjacent water quality
(3) Is in the best interest of the Town of Hertford as defined by their
ordinances
Issue: Other Hazardous or Fragile Land Areas
Policy 5: To use existing State and Federal regulatory programs to
monitor appropriateness of future development in fragile land
areas along the Perquimans River and Castleton Creek
Implementation: Town officials will use the Flood Insurance
Program, local and State CAMA permit regulations and 404
wetland permit regulations to regulate development in fragile land
areas.
Issue: Protection of Potable Water Suppiv
Policy 6: To utilize the Well Head Protection Plan, Subdivision Regulations, and the
Zoning Ordinance to direct land uses that might adversely impact on
current or.future well sites.
Implementation:
a) Analyze existing land use regulations to determine impact on water supply.
Control densities and septic tank utilization adjacent to groundwater supply.
b) Evaluate any proposals for major groundwater users (industry to use Town
water or to be served by private wells) to determine impact on Town's capacity
to provide water to existing and future development
Issue: Use of Package Treatment Plants and Septic Tanks
Policy 7: Connection to the Town's sewer system is mandatory inside the Town's
corporate limits. -Package treatment plants and septic tanks are permitted
in the extraterritorial planning area.
Implementation: Local Health Department or State health standards will be used
to approve any proposed package treatment plants in the extraterritorial planning
area.
Issue:.Stormwater Run-off
Policy 8: -Steps will be taken to discourage excessive runoff, particularly from
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:Review Subdivision Ordinance to determine if urban runoff is adequately
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addressed and revise if needed.
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the State Land Quality staff when land disturbing activities of greater
than one acre take place and encourage Perquimans County to do the same for
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activity adjacent to the Perquimans River.
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Work closely with Perquimans County in identifying the potential adverse
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impact associated with uncontrolled agricultural stormwater runoff.
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Encourage the County to participate in the Best Management Practices Program.
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Upland excavation for marina basin development shall be permitted if all
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required federal, State and local permits are secured prior to excavation.
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Issue: Marina, Floating Home Development, and Dry Stack Facilities
Policy 9:
Floating homes shall not be permitted inside the Town's area of
responsibility unless specifically allowed by ordinance in designated areas.
Policy 10:
Marinas will be developed in accordance with the Division of Coastal
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Management standards and guidelines.
Policy 11:
Dry stack boat storage will be permitted as a conditional use in the Zoning
Ordinance.
Implementation:
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Seek funding sources to develop a public marina with docking facilities and
mooring fields_
b)
Work with State and Federal agencies in locating the most appropriate site for a=
marina that will have the least adverse impact on water quality and aquatic
resources. The planned Commerce Centre will be considered as a possible site
for a marina and docking facility.
c)
Amend the Town Zoning Ordinance to prohibit floating homes as a permanent
use in any water body.
d)
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to allow dry stack boat storage as a conditional
use following review and approval.
Issue: ; Industrial Impact on Fragile Areas -
Policy 12:
Bottomiand Hardwood or Swamp Forest areas will be protected as much as
:feasible.
Implementation:
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Identify Bottomland Hardwood areas and Swamp Forests and establish
-measures to protect and preserve these areas as much as possible.
b)
Design standards will be maintained to protect and preserve existing trees and
bottomland Hardwood or Forest Swamp areas on the Commerce Centre site.
Issue: Restriction of Development in Areas Up to Five Feet Above Mean High Water
Policy 13:
To not restrict development in areas up to five feet above mean high water
(the potential area of impact from rising sea level) other than as regulated
by.CAMA; zoning or the National Flood Insurance Program.
Issue: Damagink of Existing Marshes by Bulkhead Installation

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Policy 14:
Bulkheads will be constructed landward of significant marshland or marsh
grass fringes following approval of all applicable State, Federal, and local
permits.
B. Resource Production and Management
Issue: Productive Agricultural Lands and Commercial Forests
Findings: Only a small portion of the Town's planning area is in active agricultural production.
These lands are located in the area classified as Rural in the Town's Land Classification Plan. The
Town has determined that adequate controls are in existence_ to protect this agricultural land;
therefore, no specific policy statement is needed.
Commercial forest areas do not exist in Hertford. No policy is needed.
Issue: Potential Mineral Production Areas
Policy 15: To allow mining of such resources if such operations are consistent with the
Zoning Ordinance and all applicable local, State and Federal permits are
secured prior to operations beginning.
Implementation: To consider the need for an ordinance to restrict mining of soil
and other mining activities.
Issue: Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
Policy 16: To protect the river's aesthetic and water quality and fisheries found in the
area.
Implementation:
a) Work with State, federal and local agencies to maintain and improve water
quality in the river to insure the river's continued use as a spawning and nursery
area
b) Investigate possible restriction of fishing net use in bay area between two
bridges over the Perquimans River.
Issue: Residential, Commercial and Industrial Development
Policy17: To work toward commercial and industrial development in appropriate
areas to bring about more job opportunities. Industrial, commercial and ,<
residential development will be directed to appropriate areas using the
Zoning Ordinance.
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a) Review and maintain zoning maps and ordinance to determine if adequate land
area is available to accommodate non-residential uses in the CBD area.
b) Review and maintain current zoning patterns along U.S. 17 Bypass corridor to
see if rezoning is needed to allow additional commercial or office uses in this
,area.
c) Review and maintain landscape ordinances from other communities and revise
Zoning Ordinance to require landscape improvements for any future
commercial, office or industrial uses..

Economic and Community Development
Issue: Community Attitude Toward Growth
Policy 18: To create jobs through industrial and commercial development without
adversely effecting the historic character of the Town or its tourism efforts.
Issue: Types and Location of Industry Desired
Policy 19: To work closely with Perquimans County and Winfall in
development and promotion of the Perquimans Commerce
Centre and other designated areas.
Policy 20: To promote industrial and commercial development that
enhances our historic and small town character..
Implementation:
a)
Utilities will be extended to the Commerce Centre
b)
Local officials will work with State economic development
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officials in promoting the Perquimans Commerce Centre and other
existing industrial sites as a good location for industrial
development. .
c)
Officials will encourage enhancement of the education level of the
local laborpool to provide a better.labor pool for existing and
future industry.
d)
Town officials will encourage industries that do not adversely
impact the charm and quality of life found in Hertford.
Issue: Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
Policy 21:
Work to provide the needed infrastructure to accommodate
existing and future development.
Implementation: Local officials will periodically update the
Community Facilities Plan to address all the funding requirements
of future public improvements.
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of Urban Growth Patterns Desired
Policy 22:
To continue to direct future residential and non-residential
growth through the Zoning Ordinance. East of Hwy.17 By-
pass will primarily be commerce.
Implementation.
a)
Town officials will work with the DOT to have erected two
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historic area in CBD and waterfront following official designation
of historic district.
b) Begin the planning and implementation of planting street trees in
the downtown area during the five-year planning period.
c) Plan for and provide improved street lighting in the downtown area
during the five-year planning period.
d) Town officials will review the financial feasibility of placing in
reserve funds for the acquisition of waterfront property as it
becomes available to make implementation of the Waterfront
Access Plan possible.
Issue: Redevelopment of Developed Areas Including Relocation of
Structures Due to Erosion
Policy 23: Support efforts to preserve the unique character of the CBD
area and adjacent residential areas.
Policy 24: Pursue both State and federal funds to redevelop the
waterfront, CBD, and identified substandard housing areas
through the CDBG program.
Issue: Commitment to State and Federal Programs
Policy 25: To remain committed to erosion control programs through
support of the State Sedimentation Control Act.
Policy 26: Secure public funds to develop and improve waterfront access
for public use and enjoyment.
Policy 27: To request road improvement in fhe Transportation
Improvement Plan (TIP) on an as -needed basis.
Policy 28: To support efforts to dredge -areas along the Perquimans River
to provide safe access for commercial and recreational boating.
Spoil will be placed in approved spoil areas.
Implementation•
a) Continue to apply for grant assistance for development of the
Town waterfront.
b) Continue to include needed improvement requests in the
Transportation Improvement Plan.
c) Request overpasses on Hwy.' 17 By-pass and keep the "S" Bridge
in good repair.
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Policy 29:
Maintaining the channel in the Perquimans River is a high
priority.
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Implementation:
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Work with the Army Corps of Engineers and any other State and
federal agencies to ensure continued dredging and maintenance of
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the river as needed to keep this facility open to navigation.
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To allow borrow or spoil areas and provision of easements for
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work provided the Town approves them.
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Maintain contact with congressional representatives and federal
officials as dredging or other channel maintenance operations are
needed, and will continue to assist local users of the river as
feasible and as needs and concerns for dredging or maintenance are
brought before local officials or officials determine that need for
such assistance exists.
Issue: Energy
Facility Siting and Development. Inshore and Offshore
Exploration
or Development Including Refineries, Storage
Policy 30:
Hertford officials are opposed to the development of refinery
and storage facilities inside the Town's jurisdiction except in
the Perquimans Commerce Centre.
Policy.31:
To promotes natural gas pipeline through the planning area.
Implementation: Officials will require review of the natural gas
pipeline corridor.

d) Erect a sign at the municipal boat launch that welcomes boating
visitors to historic Hertford.
e) To encourage development of a hotel or motel to serve visitors to
the community.
f) Continue to encourage improvements and promotion of the
Newbold -White Area.
Issue: Coastal and Estuarine Water Access
Policy 34: Improve existing waterfront access and provide as much
additional waterfront access as financially feasible while being
sensitive to the impact such access has on the water quality of
the Perquimans River- and Castleton Creek. rt
Implementation:
a) Work on implementation of the 1989 Waterfront Development.and
Access Plan that includes upgrading Missing Mill Park and
providing more and better access to the water.
b) Pursue financial assistance from applicable State and federal i=
agencies on the implementation of waterfront access such as
CAMA Access funds or Parks and Recreation Trust Fund
(PARTF).
Issues Types, Density, Location, Units per Acre of Anticipated Residential
Development
Policy 35: The.Hertford Zoning Ordinance will be used to determine
location and units per acre of future residential development.
D. Storm Hazard Mitigation, Post -Disaster Recovery and Evacuation Plans
The CAMA Land Use Plan guidelines require that each coastal community evaluate the risk
associated with major storms and to consider policies for mitigating storm hazards, post -disaster
recovery and evacuations. The CAMA guidelines require consideration of mitigation_ ,
reconstruction and evacuation issues.
Issue: Storm Hazard Mitigation
Policy 36: Control development in the AEC's and fioodprone areas to protect the
health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Hertford.
Policy 37: Purchase of damaged property in hazardous areas if either Federal or
"State funds can be secured for such purpose.
Implementation:
a) Regulate development in the floodprone areas by vigorously enforcing the
existing zoning and subdivision regulations and the Building Code and by
establishment of a vegetated buffer zone.

b) Review and update zoning and subdivision ordinances to insure that all land
within the'Town's jurisdiction will continue to be adequately regulated against
hurricane/storm hazards. Review to include analysis of permitted uses allowed
in areas subject to flooding (high density and large structures) and make
determination if new zoning category or change in permitted density and uses is
needed.
Issue: Post -Disaster Recovery
Policy 38: Cooperate and work in conjunction with the County's Emergency
Management plans and policies to guide post -disaster repair and
reconstruction activities.
Implementation:
a)
Cooperate with the Perquimans County Emergency Management Agency and
encourage the completion of a Disaster Relief and Assistance Plan.
b)
Use local forces to identify and remove wind -vulnerable trees and vegetation
and conduct immediate cleanup and debris removal operations following a
hurricane.
c)
Form a Recovery Task Force to support the efforts of the County Control Group.
d)
The purpose of this Task Force would be to review damage assessment reports
following a hurricane and determine if supplemental repair and reconstruction
policies and programs are necessary to protect the health, safety and welfare of
the Hertford community. The Task Force could consider the need for temporary
development moratorium, revised land use regulations and additional
construction standards for repair and reconstruction.
e)
Consider establishing the following schedule or priority system for post -disaster
repair and reconstruction:
(1) First Priority: Replacement of essential public services such as
electricity, water, sewer, telephone, streets and bridges-
(2) Second Priority Minor repairs..
(3) , Third Priority. Major repairs.
(4) Fourth Priority: New development.
f)
Evaluate the structural integrity of the elevated storage tank located near the
wastewater treatment plant. Assess the potential damage to the wastewater
treatment plant as well as the impact of the loss of water supply should the tank
be damaged by high winds..
Issue: Evacuation,
Policy39:
Continue to follow evacuation procedures outlined in Perquimans County
Hurricane.Evacuation Plan.
E. Continuing Public Participation
Policy 40:
Residents will continue -to be included in the planning process on an
ongoing'basis. . -.
Implementation•
a) The Town Manager, will review policy implementation with the Town Council.
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b) Meetings will be open to the public to give citizens the opportunity to express
their views and concerns about planning issues.
Other issues and policy addressed in the 2000 Land Use Plan update include the following,
which can be found in the complete document available for review at the Hertford Town x"
Manager's office or Hertford Public Library:
Resource Protection
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• Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC's)
• Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas, Soil Suitability and Septic Tank
Use
• Development Density'
• Other Hazardous or Fragile Land Areas
• Hurricane and Flood Evacuation Needs
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• Protection of Potable Water Supply.
• Use of Package Treatment Plants ` y'
• Stormwater Run-off
• Marina, Floating Home Development and Dry Stack Facilities
• Development of Sound and Estuarine Svstem Islands
• Restriction of Development in Areas Up to Five Feet Above Mean High Water
• . Upland Excavation for Marina Basins
• Damaging of Existing Marshes by Bulkhead Installation
Resource Production and Management
• Productive Agricultural Lands
• Commercial Forest Land
• Potential Mineral Production Areas
• Off Road Vehicles
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A land classification system has been devised as a means of assisting in the
implementation of the local policies. By delineating land classes on a map, local
government and its citizens can specify those areas where certain policies (local, State
and federal) will apply. The land classification system should be supported by and
consistent with zoning, subdivision and other local growth management tools. Although
specific areas are outlined on a land classification map, land classification is merely a
tool to help implement policies and not, in the strict sense of the tern, a regulatory
mechanism.
The land classification system provides a framework used by Hertford to identify the
future use of all lands. The designation of land classes allows Hertford to illustrate policy
statements as to where and to what intensity they want growth to occur, and where they
want to conserve natural and cultural resources by guiding growth -
The land classification system includes seven classes: Developed, Urban Transition,
Limited Transition, Community, Rural, Rural with Services and
Conservation: The Hertford land classification includes four of the possible seven
classifications; which are Developed, Urban Transition, Rural and Conservation.
A Developed .
1 Purpose
The purpose of the Developed class is to provide for continued intensive
development and redevelopment of existing cities, towns and their. urban
environs.
2 Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of the Developed classification are_currently
urban in character where minimal undeveloped land remains and have in
place, or are scheduled for the timely provision of, the.usual.municipal or
public services. Urban in character includes mixed land uses such as
residential, commercial, -industrial, institutional and other uses at high to
moderate densities. Services include water, sewer, recreational facilities,
streets and roads, police and fire protection. In some instances an area may
not have all the traditional urban services in place, but if it otherwise has a
developed character and is scheduled for the timely provision of these
services, it still meets the intent of the developed classification. Areas
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classification if they exhibit:
i a density of three or more dwelling units per acre; or
ii a majority of lots of 15,000 square feet or less, which are provided
or scheduled to be provided with the traditional urban services; or
permanent population densities that are high and seasonal
populations that may swell significantly.
The Developed classification has been used for the existing developed areas
inside the corporate limits of Hertford.
B Urban Transition
1 Purpose
The purpose of the Urban Transition class is to provide for future intensive
urban development on lands that are suitable and that will be provided
with the necessary urban services to support intense urban development.
2 Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of the Urban Transition classification are
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presently being developed foruurban purposes or will be developed in the
next five to ten years to accommodate anticipated population and urban
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growth. These areas are in, or will be in "transition" state of development
going from lower intensity uses to higher intensity uses and as such will
eventually require urban services. Examples of areas meeting the intent of
this class are lands included within municipal extraterritorial planning
boundaries and -areas being considered:for-annexation.
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i Areas classified Urban Transition will provide lands for intensive
.urban growth when lands in the Developed class are not available.
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.Urban Transition lands must be able to support urban development
by -being generally free of physical limitations and be served or
readily served by urban services. Urban development includes
mixed land uses such as residential, commercial, institutional,
industrial and other -.uses at or approaching high to moderate
_densities. -urban services include mater,-sewer, streets and roads,
police and fire protection that will be made available at the time
development occurs or soon thereafter. Permanent population
densities in this class will be high and the seasonal population may
swell significantly.
=ii In choosing land for the Urban Transition class, such land should
not include: areas with severe physical limitations which would
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which meet the definition of conservation, lands of special value

(unless no other alternative exists) such as.productive and unique
agricultural lands, forest lands, potentially valuable mineral
deposits, water supply watersheds, scenic and tourist resources
including archaeological sites, habitat for important wildlife
species, areas subject to frequent flooding, areas important for
environmental or scientific values, lands where urban development
might destroy or damage natural systems or processes of more than
local concern, or lands where intense development might result in
undue risk to life and property from natural or existing manmade
hazards.
iii Even though AEC standards occasionally permit Urban Transition
type development on a lot -by -lot basis within the various AEC's,
this classification should not be applied to any AEC.
iv Areas that are predominantly residential meet the intent of this
class if:
(a) they are approaching three dwelling units per acre, or
(b) a majority of the lots are 15,000 square feet or less and will
be provided with essential urban services to support this
i high density development, or
(c) are contiguous to existing developed municipal areas.
Urban Transition areas include undeveloped land along U.S. 17 Bypass
and the Commerce Centre south of Hertford.
C Rural

relatively isolated and undeveloped area. Very low density dispersed,
• single family residential uses are also appropriate within rural areas where
lot sizes are large and where densities do not require the provision of
urban type services.
Private septic tanks and wells are the primary on -site services available to
support residential development, but fire, rescue squad and sheriff
protection may also be available. Population densities will be very low.
All areas not shown as Developed, Urban Transition or Conservation have
been classified as Rural. This land area is located in the extraterritorial
planning area of Hertford.
D Conservation
1 Purpose
The purpose of the Conservation class is to provide for the effective long-
term management and protection of significant, limited or irreplaceable
j areas. Management is needed due to the natural, cultural, recreational,
scenic or natural productive values of both local and more than local
concern.
2 Description and Characteristics
Areas meeting the intent of this classification that should be considered for
inclusion include:
i Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC's), including but not
limited to public trust waters, estuarine waters, coastal wetlands,
etc., as identified in 15A NCAC 7H;
ii other similar lands, environmentally significant because of their
natural role in the integrity of the coastal region, including but not
limited to wetlands identified on Division of Coastal Management
wetland maps; other wetlands, areas that are or have a high
probability of providing wildlife habitat, forest lands that are
essentially undeveloped and lands which otherwise contain
significant productive, natural, scenic, cultural or recreational
resources.
In Hertford, Conservation areas include all areas of environmental concern
designated by CAMA, which include estuarine waters, estuarine
shorelines, coastal wetlands and public trust waters; all 404 wetlands; and
- all areas below the I00-year flood.elevation.
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HERTFORD, NORTH CAROLINA
2000 Land Use Plan Update
I. PURPOSE OF UPDATE
The primary purpose of the Land Use Plan Update is to identify and analyze emerging
issues and problems and to reexamine policies to determine if they have been effective.
and whether they should be modified. The following objectives must be met in the
update to:
• Further define and refine local policies and issues;
• Further examine and refine the land classification system and map;
• Assess the effectiveness of existing land use plan and its implementation;
• Further explore implementation procedures; and.
• Promote better understanding of land use planning.
The land use planning process will also allow local officials to make clear public policy
choices and serve as a framework and guide for use in future decision making. The
planning process also helps establish standards, which can be used by the Coastal
Resources Commission (CRC) in reviewing, and approving land use plans. Policies in
the plan update must be consistent with established State and federal policies.
If issues are .carefully and explicitly addressed, other levels of government will follow
local policies inactions affecting those issues.
H. CONTENTS OF LAND USE PLAN UPDATE
At a minimum, the Land Use Plan Update must include the following basic elements:
Executive Summary
• Introduction
• Goals and Objectives
• Data Collection and Analysis
• Present Conditions
• Constraints
• Estimated Demands
• Policy Statements
• Land Classification
• Intergovernmental Coordination
Implementation
Public Participation
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III. INTRODUCTION
Hertford is located in the northeastern coastal plain of North Carolina. The Town serves
as the County seat and focal commercial center for Perquimans County. This plan update
is the third since the Town adopted its first Land Use Plan (LUP) in 1981. The last update
was in 1992.
In 1974 the State adopted the Coastal Area Management Act, commonly known as
CAMA. This legislation established a cooperative program of coastal area management
and planning between local governments and the State. The Coastal Resources
Commission (CRC) is charged by the State to oversee the implementation of the CAMA
legislation across the State's coastal communities.
The 2000 Land Use Plan (LUP) update for the Town of Hertford complies with the "Land
Use Planning Guidelines" of the North Carolina Administrative Code (NCAC)
j Subchapter 7B as amended in March 1996. This section of the Code outlines the
requirements of the Coastal Area Management Act It also "sets forth general standards
for use by the CRC in reviewing and considering local land use plans." The purpose of
the update is primarily for the examination of existing policies and the evaluation of the
relevancy and adequacy of the techniques for implementation based on demographic and
physioQraphic changes since the last LUP update in 1992.
The Coastal Resources Commission's Land Use Planning Guidelines are very clear
regarding the importance of local planning as is stated in Sub -Chapter 7B.0101 of the
new and updated 1996 CAMA LUP Guidelines:
"Land development generally takes place as the result of decisions by private
individuals and government. If left entirely to chance, the resulting pattern of
development in a locality may well not be in the best overall community interest. In
order to promote this community interest for both present and future generations, a
land use plan is to be developed adopted and kept current by the local governments
in the coastal area.
The land use plan is a framework that will guide local leaders as they make
decisions affecting development. Private individuals and other levels of �g
government will also use the plan to guide their land use decisions. Use of the plan
by these groups will lead to the more efficient and economical provision ofpublic
services, the protection of natural resources, sound economic development, and the
protection ofpublic health and safety."
The Town of Hertford has been an active and productive participant iri the CAMA >
n. Land use planning lies at the center of the To
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involvement with CAMA, inasmuch as it has provided community leaders with an
• opportunity and responsibility to establish and review policies to guide land development
on a cyclical basis. Local government leadership, through the land use planning process,
has addressed a wide variety of issues and adopted policies that serve to help guide the
future development of the Town of Hertford. Local officials recognize that some
decisions affecting development are made by other levels of government (regional, State
and Federal), and that the Town's policies must take account of and harmonize with
established State and Federal laws. However, most land use decisions are primarily those
of local concern and control.
By addressing these issues via the Land Use Plan, the Town will exhibit its commitment
to complying with State and Federal regulations. This level of commitment will
encourage State and Federal regulatory agencies to support the Town policies addressing
not only these issues, but also other land use issues that will arise over time. Other
agencies will use the adopted land use plan and its policies in determining local project
consistency with State and Federal mandates, appropriateness for grant funding and other
key permit -related decisions. At the very least, the Plan will help the Town to cultivate
stronger working relationships with these agencies by providing a forum for increased
communication and dialogue on important land use planning issues. It is also important
to note that in the absence of a regularly updated and adopted Plan, the Town would
relinquish a number of local decision -making: responsibilities to State and Federal
agencies which may, or may not, have the best interest of the local community.
IV. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
The primary goal and objective in preparing the Hertford Land Use Plan Update is to give
citizens and officials the opportunity to think about and plan for the kind of community
citizens would like to see during .the five- to ten-year planning period.
The land use plan update process includes formal establishment of policy and
implementation strategy that generally focuses on retaining historic residential character
ofHertford, while at the same time allowing for desired community development and
growth-
V. DATA COLLECTION AND ANALYSIS (Present Conditions)
The first basic element of the Land Use Plan Update is a presentation of pertinent local
and regional .data and a thorough analysis of that data. This information helps establish
the information -base necessary to make local policy choices about future land use and
development in the community.. Information on population, natural resources, water
quality, economic activity and transportation infrastructure has been provided by the
Division of Coastal Management.. Otherlocal government officials or department heads
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A. Present Population and Economy
Table I
Hertford Population 1970 1990
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,000
1,000
2,023)
1,941
1970 1980
Source: 1970 —1990 Census
Table 2
Hertford Population Estimate 1990 1998
2,244
1990
0
5,000
4,000
3,000
2,322 2,329 2.305
2,000 2,244 2;204 2,216
MOO
1990 1991 .1992. 1993 .1994 1998
Source: Log6inNC (LNQ,'ice of State Planning 19-97, with update for 1998
1990 Census
Table I reflects a slight increase in population-from.1,941*-people in 1980to 2,244 people
in 1990, or an increase of 303 people over ten years.'Table 2, which reflects Office of State
Planning population estimates ' 'shows a small but steady increase in population between
1991 when the population dropped slightly, -to 1998; where it increased to 2,305. Over an
eight -year period, the population increased from 2,244 to 2,305, an increase 'of 61 people.
This represents a slowing of po pulation increase from the 30 per year between 1980 and
1990, to less than 10 per year on average between 1990 and 1998.
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11,000
10,500
10,000
9,500
, 9,000
8,500
8,000
Table 3
Perquimans County Population 1960 —1990
9,198
8,351
9,406
10,447
1960 1970 1980 1990
Source: Log -in NC (LNQ, ice of State Planning 1997
1960 —1990 Census
Table 4
Perquimans County.Population Estimate.1991-2000
11,500
11,178
11,000
10,650
.10,500 10,558 10,582,
10,447 10,424 10,436
10,000
9,500
9,000
1990 1991 1992 1993 1994 1995 2000
Source: Log -in NC (LNQ, ice of State Planning 1997, update estimate year 2000
Since Hertford serves as the primary retail and business center for the County, growth in
population of the County has a direct impact on Hertford's economy. As shown in Table
3, Perquimans County has grown from 8,351 persons in 1970 to 10,447 by 1990 based on
Census data. This population increase of 2,096 people over 20 years represents a growth
rate of approximately 1,048 people per ten years, which is a very slow growth rate. Table
4 shows State estimates for population in the County between 1990 Census through 1996,
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which is the last year for which information, is available. There was a very slight drop
from 1990 to 1991; but after that period the population has continued to increase slightly
each year, from 10,447 in 1990 to an estimate of 11,178 in the year 2000. This appears to
represent a slowdown in population growth from that experienced between 1980 and
1990.
Table 5
Hertford Housing Stock
Total Housing Units
Occupied Units
Vacant Units
Units in Structures
1 Detached
1 Attached
2 Attached
3 or 4 Attached
5to9
10 to 19
20 or more
Mobile Homes or Trailers
Other
Sounce_ 1990 Ce?=
Units
913
809
104
599
14
49
99
9
8
0
128
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Based on the 1990 Census, Hertford had a total of 913 dwelling units. Of those, 599
units are single-family..detached and 128 are mobile homes or trailers. An additional 179
units are attached or multi -family units:
Table 6
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Table 6 shows that of the 913 units available in 1990, approximately one-third of the
• housing stock, or 323 dwelling units, have been built since 1970. Note data since 1990 is
not available.
The Economic and Demographic Data is not available for Hertford; however, the data for
Perquimans County shows a labor force in 1995 of 4,350 people, which represents 40.7%
of the total population in the labor force. As shown in Table 7, 1994 Employment Sector
data shows the largest employer for the County is the government, with 34.5% of the
labor force in this sector of the economy. The second largest opportunity for employment
is in Retail/Wholesale/Trade, with 26.5%. Service business represent 15.6% and
manufacturing represents 13.5% of employment.
• Sector
Agriculture
Construction
Finan/Ins/Real Est
Government
• Manufacturing.
Services
Retail/Whl Trade
Trans/Com/Pub Util
-Total
Source. Login NC (LNQ
Table 7
Perquimans County Employment
1994 % of County 1995 % of County
Employment Employment Employment Employment
33
1.8%
50
2.7%
63
3.4%
65
3.5%
33
1.8%
32
1.7%
638
34.5%
645
35.2%
250
13.5%
170
9.3%
289
15.6%
300
16.4%
491
26.5%
511
27.9%
55
3.0%
58
3.2%
1,850
1000/0
1,831
100%
Table 7 illustrates a slight increase- in employment opportunities in most sectors, with the
exception of manufacturing which dropped from 250 people in 1994 to 1.70 in 1995, a
decrease of 80 jobs or a change from 13.5% in 1994 to 93% in 1995. Note Table 7
illustrates that only 3.0% to 32% of employment opportunities were in Transportation,
Communications and Utilities; however, as Table 8 (on the following page) reflects, this
sector of the economy had the highest average annual wage of $24,566 in 1995. Other
areas of the economy, other than government, pay a much lower average annual wage.
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Employment/Wages by Industry Type for 1995
Perquimans County
Average Annual Wage
Indus Per Worker
Agriculture $16,900
Construction 17,698
Finance/Ins/Real Estate 17,302
Government 20,203
Manufacturing 12,534
Services 11.854
Retail 803
Wholesale Trade 19.537
*Trans/Com/Utilities 24.566
*25 of these jobs are in trucking and warehousing
Source: 1997 CAMA Land Use Planning Information Packet
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The 1991 /92 Land Use Plan identified there was a desire to improve the local economy
by promoting more tourism. Based on Travel and Tourism data on the Log -in NC
(LNC), Perquimans County in 1994 had travel spending of over $5,750,000.. The same
y
data shows 1993 travel wages in the County of $720,000, with 50 employees in the travel
industry. More recent data will not be available until after year 2000 census data analysis
is complete.
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3989 Household Income -
Town of Hertford
Less than 5,000 151
5,000 to 12,499 201
12,500 to .17,499 88
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17,500 to 22,499 73
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22,500 to 27,499 54
27,500 to 32,499 56
32,500 to 37,499 46
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38,000 to 42,499 36
42,560 to 47,499 25
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47,500 to 54,999
• 55,000 to 74,999
75,000 to 124,999
125,000 or more
Total Households
Median Household Income in 1989
Source: 1990 Census
30
36
17
5
828
$15,068
Based on 1990 Census data for Hertford, 440 households, or over 50% of the
Hertford households, had a 1989 household income of less than $17,499 per year,
with a median household income of $15,068.
Agriculture plays an important part in Hertford's economy. Available data on the
agricultural profile for the County; Table 7, reflects data for 1982, 1987 and 1992.
Based on this information, the number of farms and land area in farm use has
decreased between 1982 and 1992. The number of farms has been reduced by 117
over that ten-year period, with 17,640 fewer acres in farm land use. Total
cropland acreage has also gone down, from 70,855 acres in 1982 to 58,873 acres
in 1992, a reduction of 11,982 acres over -the ten-year period. Although the
• number of farms and fame acreagein use is going down, agriculture remains a
very important part of the Perquimans County economy.
B. Existing Land Use and Water Uses
I.- Existing Land Use by Watershed Boundary
The existing land use and water use data is based on a windshield survey
conducted in early 1998 using aerial photography and existing street map
of Hertford. The natural features such as prime farmlands and
anadromous fish spawning areas are all based on inventory maps provided
by the Division of Coastal Management dated September 29, 1997. The
watershed boundary information for Perquirnans County was also derived
from DCM maps dated.September 29,1997.
Since adjacent land use can have a major impact on water quality of
adjacent rivers and streams; this section on existing land use has been
written using the watershed areas for Hertford in an effort to relate land
use to adjacent water bodies.
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Perquimans River Watershed.
The Perquimans River watershed includes all of the Town of Hertford and •
portions of U.S. 17 highway south of Hertford.
The Town of Hertford, with its cluster of residential and commercial
development, is located near the center of this watershed. The municipal
boat launching areas and municipal waterfront park are located in this
watershed.
The Sensitive Habitats map produced by the Division of Coastal
Management (DCM) dated September 29, 1997, shows portions of the
Perquimans River in Hertford containing anadromous fish spawning areas.
(See Existing Land Use Map for location.) The Wetlands Map also
produced by DCM shows Hertford containing large areas of Bottomland
Hardwood or Swamp Forests along the upper reaches of the Perquimans
River and along both sides of Castleton Creek. There is also a large area
of Wet Pine Flats on the north side of Hertford, also adjacent to the
j Perquimans River. There are two CAMA•access parks along the
Perquhnans River. One waterfront park has a small T-pier and passive
recreation area including boardwalk along the waterfront: The second
park, which is located behind the Municipal Building; is also a passive
recreation area with waterfront boardwalk;parking and adjacent municipal •
boat ramp.
The Central Business District of Hertford is located along Church Street
with a surrounding area of a mixture of historic homes and small
businesses.- The area along Grubb Street is also a mixture of homes and
small businesses. Ile existing industrial uses are concentrated on the ;~
northwestem side of -Hertford along SR-1109.
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program of the Division of Parks and
Recreation works to.identify and facilitate protection of the most
ecologically :significant natural areas remaining in the State.. Natural areas'
' nay.be identified because they provide important habitat for rare species
or because they. contain -outstanding examples of the rich natural diversity
of this State. Identification of these natural areas is important for land use
_ :planning, especially planningfor-natural area conservation and greenways
The North Carolina Department ofEnvironment, and Natural Resources;
m cooperation with the N.C. Center for Geographic Information and
Analysis, has developed a Natural Areas -digital database to determine the
areas containing ecologically significant natural communities or rare
species. This data was created to assist governmental agencies and others
in making resource management decisions through use of a Geographic •
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Information System (GIS). There are no Natural Heritage Protection sites
• within the Planning Boundary of Hertford.
The Natural Area Assessment Map shows that this watershed contains
large areas of anadromous fish spawning areas, submerged aquatic
vegetation and prime farmland.
2. Existing Water Conditions
Based on the Water Quality Use Classes Map produced by the North
Carolina Division of Coastal Management dated September 29, 1997, the
upper reaches of the Perquimans River at Hertford are classified SC
waters.
The Division of Environmental Management has established primary
classifications for coastal waters with quality characteristics. SC waters
have the following characteristics:
Best Uses
• Aquatic life propagation;
• Secondary recreation, including
recreational fishing, boating, and water -
related activities involving minimal skin
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contact
Mam E Colf. Counts
• Not to exceed 200 (geometric mean of 5
(NoJ100 ml.)
consecutive samples in -a 30 day period);
and
• 400 in 20% of samples.
Wastewater
• No categorical restrictions; however, DEM
Discharges
may prohibit discharges on a case -by -case
basis for protection of water quality.
SC construction and development characteristics include:
Dredge and Fill
Refer to Supplemental Classification, and
Activities
td the N.C: Division of Coastal
Management, N.C. Division of Marine
Fisheries, and N.C. Shellfish Sanitation
Branch. -
Erosion and • Standard erosion protection and
Sedimentation Control sedimentation control required for projects
Rules greater than 1 acre;
• Required to manage 10-year storm runoff;
• Refer to the N.C: Division of Land
.Resources.
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Recreational Activities Protected for:
• Low intensity skin contact, such as
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informal swimming areas;
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• Boating/marina development;
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• Recreational fishing and water craft.
SC stormwater control (when CAMA Major Development or
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Sedimentation and Erosion Control Permits required):
Minor Buffer Low Density Option
Requirements 30 ft. from surface waters.
Min. Built -upon Low Density Option
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Restrictions 30%.
Engineered Controls
N/A.
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Min. Residential Lot Low Density Option
Six lr acre.
Engineered Controls
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Engineered Control • Infiltration and detention ponds allowed.
System • Systems must control runoff from 1.0 inch
of rainfall.
• Refer to Coastal Stormwater Rules for
specific design information.
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The Wetlands Map for Hertford produced by the N., C. Division of Coastal
Management and dated September29,1997, from the National Wetlands
Inventory, -reflects three wetland classifications present in Hertford.
a. Headwater Swamps Wooded, riverine systems along first order
streams: 'These include hardwood -dominated communities with
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moist soil most of the year. _ Channels receive their water from
overland -flow and rarely overflow their own banks.
This type of swamp is located on the north side of Grubb Street
near Kenyon Street. Much of this Headwater Swamp has been
cleared.
b. Bottomland Hardwoods. Seasonally flooded forested or
occasionally scrub/shrub areas usually occurring in floodplains.
Typical species include hickories, oaks (overcup, water, laurel,
swamp chestnut),,' sweet gum, green ash, cottonwoods, willows,
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Swamp Forest. Riverine and non-riverine forested or scrub/shrub
communities that are semi -permanently flooded, including
temporarily flooded depressional systems. Typical species include
Taxodium spp., Nyssa spp., Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Acer rubrum
and Carya aquatica.
This type of swamp is located along the Perquimans River on the
north side of Hertford and along Castleton Creek in the southern
part of Hertford.
C. Pine Flats. Palustrine, seasonally saturated pine communities on
hydric soils that may become quite dry for part of the year.
Generally on flat or nearly flat interfluves. Usually dominated by
Pinus taeda. This category does not include managed pine
systems.
Pine Flats are located on the western side of the Perquimans River
on the north side of Hertford.
These wetlands, to a varying degree, are important in providing areas for
water storage, wildlife habitat, and water quality functions based on the
Wetlands Conservation Plan currently being developed by the Division of
Coastal Management.
4. Anadromous Fish Spawning Areas
The Sensitive Habitats Map for Hertford produced by the N. C. Division
of Coastal Management dated September 29,1997, reflects anadromous
fish spawning areas in the Perquimans River adjacent to Hertford. These
areas are identified as important fisheries habitats (spawning and nursery
areas), and are especially sensitive to activities within them and changes in
surrounding water.quality.. Anadromous fish are saltwater fish that spawn
in fresh waters. It is important to note that not only the spawning areas are
important, but the areas and river stretches between open water and these
spawning areas are also important to these species, since they must pass
through them to get to their spawning grounds.
The spawning areas are located along both sides of the Perquimans River
on the north side of Hertford and along Castleton Creek.
5. Submerged Aquatic Vegetation; Shellfish Beds and Outstanding
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There are no Outstanding Resource Waters (ORW) or Shellfish beds
located within or adjacent,to the Town of Hertford. A review of the
Submerged Aquatic Vegetation: ' Sensitive Habitat Map produced by
DCM dated September 29, 199..7, illustrates no submerged aquatic
vegetation areas in Hertford waters, however according to NC Marine
Fisheries such area do exist, they have just not yet been mapped. Such
areas are important since the network of leaves, stems and roots in a bed of
submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) oxygenates the water, filters and
traps sediments, and utilizes excess nutrients such as nitrogen and
phosphorus in the water. These processes increase clarity in the water and
improve the conditions for more SAV growth. However, if too much
sediment is deposited, SAV may be smothered.
SAV provides an abundance of food and shelter and attracts a wide variety
of fish and wildlife. For example, largemouth bass utilize the grass beds
of Albemarle Sound, while in saltier Core Sound. bay scallops attach to
the leaves and stems of SAV. Birds also rely heavily on the presence of
SAV. Osprey, egrets, herons and gulls are often seen fishing in these grass
beds, while many ducks, swans, and geese consume SAV as a major
portion of their diet. Commercial and recreational fishing, hunting and
tourism contribute significantly to the economy of the coastal area. These
activities are largely dependent on the presence of SAV and the vast
amounts of fish and wildlife it supports.
Light is necessary for SAV growth- When high levels ofnutrients
promote the growth of algae, the water becomes cloudy and light does not
penetrate through the water. adequately. In addition, nutrient enrichment
increases algal growth on the leaves of SAV, further reducing light
availability to SAV. Similarly, sediments cloud the water and inhibit light
penetration., Without an adequate amount. of sunlight for photosynthesis,
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Dredging, fishing and boating cause other stresses on SAV's. Dredging
increases turbidity and changes the depth of an area, often to depths
unsuitable for the growth of SAV. More drastic impacts to SAV occur
when the dredge material buries the plants. Boat propellers and
commercial fish and shellfish harvesting in SAV beds can uproot plants
and destabilize the bottom, allowing increased plant and sediment loss.
6. Significant Water Compatibility Problems
As discussed in an earlier section, anadromous fish spawning areas, which
are important fisheries habitats (spawning and nursery areas), and the areas
and river stretches between them and the open water through which the
fish must pass to reach them, are sensitive to activities within them that
change the surrounding water quality. There are no identified significant
water use compatibility problems in Hertford.
7. Major Platted Subdivisions Not Yet Developed
There are two major platted subdivisions that have not been completed.
The first is an 184ot cul-de-sac subdivision located on the north side of SR
1110. This preliminary subdivision, called Spring Village Phase I, is
dated January 28, 1994. The second preliminary plan is Beech Grove
Development, dated June2.2, 1995. The subdivision is located on the
southern side of SR1107 and consists of 27 residential lots.
8. Land Use Compatibility Problems and Significant Problems Resulting
from Unplanned Development having Implications for Future Land
Use, Water Use or Water Quality
There are no significant land use compatibility problems in Hertford.
There are areas of mixed use near the CBD area that add to the charm of
Hertford:_ Likewise there are no known significant problems identified
from unplanned development that affect land use; water use or water
quality. As discussed in earlier sections; the accumulation of urban and
agricultural runoff could have a detrimental affect on water quality by
placing additional nutrients, herbicides, pesticides and sediments in the
rivers and sounds.
Identification of Areas -Experiencing or Likely to Experience Changes
in Predominant Land Uses, Including Agricultural and Forestry Land
Being Converted to Other Uses and Previously Undeveloped Shoreline
Areas Where Development is Now Occurring

promoting development in the Commerce. Centre southeast of U.S. 17.
Both areas will most likely continue to change from open fields to non- {
residential uses during the planning ; p g period. Hertford. continues to work ,--:
on upgrading the waterfront with. passive recreational uses.
10. Significant Water Quality Conditions and the Connection Between
Land Use and Water Quality
As noted in section 2, the Perquimans River is classified SC waters. The
best use for SC waters is aquatic life propagation, with a secondary use
being recreational fishing, boating and water -related activities involving
minimal skin contact.
With SC waters supporting aquatic life propagation and spawning areas,
future riverside development must be sensitive to water quality by
construction of low -density development with required detention pond
facilities to reduce sediments running directly into the rivers and sounds.
C. Current Plans, Policies and Regulations
1. Transportation Plans
Based on a January 1997, report called Status of Thoroughfare Planning,
NC DOT Statewide Planning Branch, Hertford has an approved
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thoroughfare plan dated October 11,-1991. - The widening of U-S. 17
through Perquimans County has been on the State. Transportation
Improvement, Plan pro (TIP) and isnow-nearing .completion.
2. Community Facilities Plans and UtilityEztension Policy
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Hertford does not have a comprehensive community facilities plan.
However it does have a form Utility. Extension Policy and ordinances,
which addresses water.and sewer,cxtensions within the corporate limits
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and extraterritorial limits. -: The policy and regulations addresses charges`
for extension and method ofpayment.=: Alsoaddressed are street
improvements within the corporate limits and extraterritorial limits.
The Town does not have an adopted Stormwater Management Plan. Septic
tanks and package treatment plants are not permitted inside the corporate
limits, but maybe considered in the extraterritorial area/planning
boundary..
3. Solid Waste Plans
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Hertford and Perquimans County currently dispose of solid waste through
use of a transfer station at the old landfill site near Belvidere. The
Albemarle Regional Authority has solid waste removed from the transfer
station site to the landfill in Bertie County. The Albemarle Regional
Authority includes a seven -county area in northeastern North Carolina.
4. Waterfront, Open Space and Recreation Policy
In 1989 a Waterfront Access Plan was prepared which addresses the need
for upgrading Missing Mill Park and adding additional pedestrian access
facilities at the waterfront behind the municipal building. This plan also
includes other waterfront improvements, both public and private, with a
schedule for implementation and a list of potential funding sources. The
need for continuing efforts to provide waterfront access is addressed in the
policy section of the Plan.
Section 3-202, Manufactured Home Parks Ordinance, provides for
recreation space. Specifically, the ordinance reads, "Each park shall have
one or more recreational areas with a minimum size of 2,500 square feet or
200 square feet for each home space within the park, whichever is greater.
Recreation areas shall be located to be free of traffic hazards and should,
where topography permits, be centrally located and easily accessible to all
park residents.
5. Zoning and Subdivision Regulations
The Hertford Zoning Ordinance has been in effect since 1980, with,.
revisions made as needed since that time.' Hertforddoes not have a PUD
ordinance. The Ordinance includes controls for group housing and other
types of housing. -Hertford does have an active Housing Authority with
responsibility for providing and managing housing for low and moderate -
income families: All of the community is zoned.
Hertford does not presently have an established historic district. However,
the community does contain numerous homes and other buildings of
historic and architectural significance. There is a Hertford Historic
District on the State study list for eventual nomination to the National
Register of Historic Places; and a proposed historic district boundaries
map has been drawn.

Floodway.Ordinance: -The community is covered under the Federal Flood
Insurance Program which defines and reflects on two maps areas subject
to flooding. The community does not have a designated floodway or
floodway- program.
Building Code: The Town uses the services of the County Building
Inspector's office. Construction is done in compliance with the State
Building Code as administered by the County Inspections Department.
Nuisance Ordinance: Hertford has a Disorderly Conduct and Public
Nuisance Ordinance. It covers items such as dogs running at large, high
grass, junk cars and noise.
Wetland Protection and Sedimentation Ordinances: Protection of wetlands
comes under State or federal regulations. The County Building Inspector
refers all major projects requiring sedimentation and erosion control plans
to the Washington Field Office.
VI. CONSTRAINTS

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pound threshold (whichever number is less), as well as any
hazardous chemical present on site in a quantity equal to or greater
than 10,000 pounds must be included on an annual report called
the Tier II. This report must be submitted by March 1 of each year
to the North Carolina Emergency Response Commission, the Local
Emergency Planning Committee, and the local fire department
with jurisdiction over the reporting facility.
The information reported on the Tier II reports includes, but is not
limited to, the chemical name or common name of each chemical
subject to reporting, the maximum amount of the chemical present
at any time during the preceding calendar year, a description of
how the chemical is stored, the location of the chemical at the
facility, emergency contacts, and categories of hazards including
(1) immediate (acute) health hazard, (2) delayed (chronic) health
hazard, (3) fire hazard,`(4) sudden release of pressure hazard, and
(5) reactive hazard. A list of those facilities in Hertford completing
Tier II reports in 1996 follows.
Facility Name
Address
SIC
Crossroads Fuel
US 17 North
5541.
Service -
Hertford, N.C. 27944
9711
Southern'States
1107 Ballahack Road
5191
Hertford, N.C. 27944
Trade Mart -934
Church Street Extension
5541
Hertford, N.C. 27944
Source: Division ofEmergeruy Management, 1995

limitations for septic tanks. -However, this limitation is not
applicable for Hertford due to a policy not to allow septic tanks PP p y p
within the corporate limits.
d. Water SuDnly Areas
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The Drinking Water Supply map provided by DEM dated
September 29, 1997, indicates that there are no water supply
watershed protected or critical areas. However, the Town currently
utilizes two wells which, when operated 12 hours a day, have a f'
pumping capacity of 322,000 gpd. These wells are located north of
Ballahack Road and west of Norfolk and Southern Railroad.
Average daily use is approximately 250,000 gpd. Water treatment
capacity is approximately 32 7,000 gpd.
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e. Slopes Exceeding 12% and Shoreline Areas with High Erosion
j Potential r
No excessive slope areas exist in the planning area except for the
bluff area within the Commerce Centre adjacent the Perquimans
River. The most vulnerable shoreline area is considered to be along
the "S" Bridge on old U.S. 17.
f. Watersheds Which Drain into Nutrient Sensitive Waters.
Outstanding Resource . Waters. Primary Nursery Areas High
Ouality Waters or SA Waters
There are no Outstanding Resource Waters, High Quality Waters,
or SAWaters in Hertford. The Perquimans River and Castleton
Creek drain.into anadromous fish spawning areas (AFSA).
2. Fragile Areas

essentially self-contained units or "closed systems" minimally dependent
upon adjoining -areas.
Finally, fragile areas may be particularly important to a locale either in an
aesthetic or cultural sense. Fragile coastal cultural resource areas are
generally recognized to be of educational, associative, scientific, aesthetic
or cultural value because of their special importance to our understanding
of past human settlement of and interaction with the coastal zone. Their
importance serves to distinguish the designated areas as significant among
the historic architectural or archaeological remains in the coastal zone, and
therein established their value.
a Coastal Wetlands
The Division of Coastal Management (DCM) wetland data were
developed to assist planners in guiding growth away from
environmentally sensitive areas. The data are derived from
remotely sensed data and should not be used for jurisdictional
wetland determinations or as a substitute for specific site
delineations: While every effort was made to provide accurate
information, errors are inevitable. The data are a planning tool,
and as such, should not be used at inappropriate scales.
DCM wetland classification breaks wetlands into the following
categories:
salt marsh freshwater marsh estuarine shrub scrub
estuarine forested - maritime forest pocosin
bottomlandhardwood swamp forest headwater swamp
hardwood flat pine flat managed pineland

Estuarine waters and estuarine shorelines exist along the southern
or west side of the Perquimans River. Estuarine waters are defined •
in G.S. 113A-1 I3(b)(2). The boundaries between inland and
coastal fishing waters are set forth in an agreement adopted by the
Wildlife Resources Commission and the Department of
Environment, Health and Natural Resources and in the most
current revision of the North Carolina Marine Fisheries
Regulations for Coastal Waters, codified at 15A NCAC 3Q.0200.
Estuarine waters are the dominant component and bonding element
of the entire estuarine system, integrating aquatic influences from
both the land and the sea. Estuaries are among the most productive
natural environments of North Carolina. They support the valuable
commercial and sport fisheries of the coastal area which are
comprised of estuarine dependent species such as menhaden,
flounder, shrimp, crabs and oysters. These species must spend all
or some part of their life cycle within the estuarine waters to
mature and reproduce.. Of the ten leading species in the
commercial catch, all but one are dependent on the estuary.
Estuarine shorelines, although characterized as dry land, are
considered a component of the estuarine system because of the
close association with the adjacent estuarine waters. Estuarine
shorelines are those non -ocean shorelines that are especially
vulnerable to erosion, flooding, or other adverse effects of wind
and water.and are intimately connected to the estuary. This area
extends from themean high waterlevel or normal water level
along the estuaries; sounds; bays -.and brackish waters as set forth
in an agreement adopted by-the.Wildlife Resources Commission
and the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
for a distance of.75^feet.landward.
Development within estuarine shorelines influences the quality of
estuarine life'and is subject to the damaging processes of shore
front erosion and flooding.
The management objective of the estuarine shoreline is to ensure
shoreline development is compatible with both the dynamic nature
of estuarine shorelines and the values of the estuarine system.
C. Public.Trust.Waters. ,.
Public trust areas for Hertford include the Perquimans River and
navigable- tributaries and creeks These areas are all natural bodies
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of water subject to measurable lunar tides and lands thereunder to
the mean high water mark; all navigable natural bodies of water
and lands thereunder to the mean high water level or mean water
level as the case may be, except privately -owned lakes to which the
public has no right of access; all water in artificially created bodies
of water containing significant public fishing resources or other
public resources which are accessible to the public by navigation
from bodies of water in which the public has rights of navigation;
and all waters in artificially created bodies of water in which the
public has acquired rights by prescription, custom, usage,
dedication, or any other means.
d. Complex Natural Areas and Areas that Sustain Remnant Species
Coastal complex natural areas are defined as lands that support
native plant and animal communities and provide habitat qualities
that have remained essentially unchanged by human activity.
Likewise areas that sustain remnant species are those areas that
support native plants and animals, which are threatened to be rare
or endangered. There are no known "complex natural areas' or
areas that "sustain remnant species" within the planning boundary.
e. Areas Containing Unique Geologic Formations or Scenic and
Prominent High Points
Unique coastal geologic formations are defined as sites that contain
formations that are unique or otherwise significant components of
coastal systems, or that are especially notable examples of geologic
formations or processes in the coastal area: There are no known
unique coastal geologic formations inHertford.
There are numerous scenic points throughout the community,
however there are no designated prominent high points or scenic
points. , Highway 17 Business and the S-curve bridge are part of
the Perquimans Crossing Scenic Byways.
f. Archaeological and Historic Sites
Significant coastal historic architectural resources are defined as
districts, structures,` -buildings, sites or objects that have more than
local significance to history or architecture. The North Carolina
Historical Commission in consultation with the Coastal Resources

Hertford has numerous historic structures on the National Register
of Historic Places or on the study list for such designation. (See
Appendix for list.)
Significant coastal archaeological resources are defined as areas
that contain archaeological remains (objects, features and/or sites)
that have more than local significance to history or prehistory. The
North Carolina Historical Commission in consultation with the
CRC will evaluate such areas. There are no known archaeological
sites in Hertford.
g. .4nadromous Fish Spawning Areas
As discussed in Section V.B.4 of the Plan, these spawning areas
are identified as important fisheries habitat (spawning and nursery
areas). Their significance and location has been discussed in the
section referenced above.
3. Areas with Resource Potential
a. Productive and Unique Agricultural Lands (Prime Farmland)
Based on the Prime Farmland Map prepared by the Division of
Coastal Management dated September 29, 1997, there are small
areas of prime farmland located on the western edge of the Town's
corporate limits. Another area is located along the southern edge
ofthe Perquirrians River east of the -Town!s corporate limits.
Specific soils in Hertford considered prime farmland soils can be
found in the Appendix under Perquirnans County Soil
Characteristics.
b. Mineral Sites, Publicly Owned Forests, and Fish and Game Lands
There are no sites in the Planning Boundary area.
C. Parks
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The Town's sewage treatment facilities have a treatment capacity
of 400,000 gpd with utilization of 312,000 gpd, or 78% of
capacity. A November bond issue will be voted on to expand
capacity to 700,000 gpd.
b. Drinking Water Supply
The existing water system has a design capacity of 322,000 gpd
with a current utilization of only 250,000 gpd. A bond issue will
be voted on in November and, if approved, would provide funding
to upgrade plant to 600,000 gpd. One additional well will be
added with a 300 gallon per minute pumping capacity.
C. Transportation
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The Transportation Features map produced by DCM and dated
September29, 1997, reflects the road network of Hertford. U.S. 17
Bypass is currently being widened to four lanes which, when
completed, will link Hertford to Williamston to the west and the
Virginia line to the east and north with a four -lane highway.
Perquim_anCrossing is part of the North Carolina Scenic Byway
system -and runs along 17 Business through Hertford.
d. Schools
The Perquimans County school system consists of four schools
which serve the Town ofHertford.
Table 11
Perquimans County School System
Design Enrollment Jan.
Grades Capaci 1998
Perquimans County Central PreK — 2 550 406
School
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Hertford Grammar School, 3 — 5 550 458
Perquimans County Middle School 6-8 740 504
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Perquimans County High School 9 -12 680 528
Total 1,896
Source: Perquimans County School Administration
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The existing Perquimans County Central School will be replaced in December
.1998, or January, 1999, with anew facility now under construction. Hertford*
Grammar School is currently: undergoing renovations and additions, which are
scheduled to be completed prior to the 1998-99 school year. Enrollment in the
school system typically runs between 1,900 to 2,000 students per year.
e. Land rll
The County Landfill site has been closed and capped. The site is
now used as a transfer point by Waste Industries for temporary
deposit of solid waste by roll -off or front-end dumpsters. The
County has a 20-year contract to dispose of solid waste in Bertie
County through contracted services with Waste Industries. Waste
is carried from the transfer site to Bertie County Landfill by 18-
wheel trucks. The County is approximately seven years into its 20-
year contract. Also see discussion in Section V. C-3 on page 16.
f Police and Fire;<
The Town of has seven full-time police officers plus the Police
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Chief. Nine patrol cars are available. Town officials feel that
current staff and equipment are adequate to serve the needs of
-Hertford, and the Town will continue to upgrade equipment for the
department as financially feasible.
Hertford area is served by an all -volunteer fire department with six
locations throughout the County; including one in Hertford. The
following table provi des information on the Hertford Fire
Department, which has a rural department insurance rating by the
North Carolina Department of Insurance of 9-S.
Table 12

The Town is currently being served adequately by the fire
department.
g. Public Administration
The Town's Administration is housed in the Town Hall located at
the corner of Grubb Street and Punch Alley on the Perquimans
River. Hertford has a Town Manager and Town Council form of
government.
VII. ESTIMATED DEMAND
A. Population and Economy
1. Population Projections/Seasonal Population
Table 13
Hertford and Perquimans County Population Projections
1990 —2005
11,500 Perquimans 11,726
11,178
11,000
10,500 10,650 .
10,447
10,000
4,000 Hertford
3,000
2,305 2,359
21000 2,244 2,347
1990 1995 1998 2005
Source. 1990 Census for Perquimans County and Hertford
1991- 2000 State Population Estimates for Perquimans County and Hertford
2000 — 2005 for County based on 1990-2000 average of.007% annual increase straight line
projected through year 2005.
2000 - 2005 for Hertford is based on 1990-1998 average of. 003375% annual increase straight
line projected through year 2005

is growing faster than the Town's. Based on the State's population estimate's of
2,305 in 1998 and the 1990 Census of 2,244, the Town of Hertford has increased
in population by 61 people over this eight -year period. With a year 2005
population projection of 2,359, the Town of Hertford will grow by 54 people over
this seven-year period.
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Table 14
Perquimans County Building Permits (Includes Hertford)
1990-1995
Single Family Two Family
3 or 4 Families
5 or more
Families
1990
50 0 0 0
1991
32 0 0 0
1992
39 0 0 0.
1993
67 0 0 6
1994
37 0 0 24
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1995
69 0 0 0
Total
294 = 0 0 30
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Source: Login NC (LNQ
During the 1990 —1995 period, 294 single family and 30 five or more family
units were constructed. With a population projection of 60 new.people between
1995 and the year.2000, a building rate as experienced from 1990 through 1995
will-be.adequate to handle demand...
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Table 14 reflects that the County, including Hertford, has: experienced slow
growth in single-family: construction with no duplex or three- and four -unit
construction since 1990. Multi -family development was constructed in 1993 and
1994.
Although Hertford is .located in the Historic Albemarle area -along the U.S. 17
Ocean Highway, -the community has very insignificant seasonal population.
Several local bed and breakfast inns, as well as hotels and motels in Edenton and
Elizabeth City, are currently providing rooms for visitors to the area.
2. Local Objectives Concerning Growth
Based on input gained from public information meetings,Hertford citizens
desire to see more economic development through tourism by promoting
the history and charm of Hertford. Protection of the Perquimans River
:water quality is also a concern, while at the same time promoting the
development of a`marina°facility and motel or hotel facility to
accommodate visitors to the area. . r
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Another objective expressed was the desire to not have all commercial
development -taking lace along the U.S. 17 P g P g Bypass. Also, as additional
commercial development takes place there is a need to require landscaping;`
of non -residential -sites in an effort to improve the aesthetic quality for
residents and visitors. There is a need to move ahead on the Commerce
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Centre, including more public water access and another boat ramp.;
3. Foreseeable Social and Economic Change {.
Perquimans County, the Town of Hertford and Winfall are working jointly
to develop a 300-acre Commerce Centre on the Perquimans River. This
effort and promotion of other industrial sites in Hertford will hopefully
bring about more job opportunities during the five-year planning period.
There is also new interest in promoting the significant historic assets of the
County in an effort to bring about more tourism. Local committees have
been working to establish new historic districts such as the Hertford
downtown area and revitalization of the Hertford CBD area.
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B. Future Land Needs
The 1995 State population -estimate for Hertford.was 2,347 people. The
population projections for Hertford in the year2000 of2,407, and the year2005
of 2,444, represent an increase in population from _i 995 _to 2000 of 60 people, and
from 1995 to 2005 of 97 people over this ten-year period. Based on 1990 census
information, Perquimans County -had an average of238 persons per household.
Using.this figure,~Hertford will need to accommodate approximately 38 new
housingAmits :by the year_2005. .

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Background The most important part of any land use plan, particularly those prepared
under North Carolina's Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA), is the formulation of
specific policies regarding growth; development and management objectives. Because of
regulatory requirements and local conditions, the policies attempt to strike a balance .
between desires and objectives of local citizens, the local government, and the objectives
of the Coastal Area Management Program. Land development policies, which are based
on analyses of existing conditions (including natural and manmade constraints) and
projected trends, are to serve as general guides for future desired development of
Hertford. Under CAMA, the overriding issue is that of growth management while at the
same time protecting unique coastal resources. The special resources and constraints
within Hertford were identified in the previous sections of the plan. The policy
statements contained in this section will address both growth management and protection,
and maintenance of these resources.
Recognizing the diversities, which exist among the coastal communities, the Coastal
Resources Commission (CRC) requires each local government to outline specific
development policies under five broad categories, each with its own subset of policy
areas.
Under the following five policy topics, Hertford has chosen to address specific
community issues within the scope of this plan:
1. Resource Protection
2. Resource Production and Management
3. Economic and Community Development
4. Storm Hazard Mitigation
5. Continuing Public Participation
It is important to understand thesignificance of local CAMA related policy statements'
and how they interact with day -today activities of Hertford. Three areas are affected.
First, the policy statements will -regulate the issuance of CAMA minor and major
permitting as required byNCGS-113A-118 prior to undertaking any development in any
Area ofEnvironmental Concern. Hertford must adopt policies that are, at a minimum,
equal to and consistent -with the State's minimum use standards. The local government
may, however, adopt minimum use standards that are stricter than the State's and the
local government's stricter standards would become the determining factor whether a
CAMA permit should be issued:
The second area of application is that of establishing local policies and regulations that
guides Hertford's growth and development.- Under North Carolina legislation, technically
land use plans are not regulatory controls, however policy statements must be consistent
Mwith and implemented through local land use ordinances such as zoning or subdivision
ordinances, which require public hearings prior to any revisions.
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The final area of application is that of "Consistency Review." Proposals and applications
for state and federal assistance or requests for agency approval of projects are normally
reviewed against the jurisdiction's land use plan to determine if the project is consistent
with local policies. -.,Inconsistencies of a federal or state project with local policies will
serve as grounds for denial or revision of a project.
Community Vision Statement for Next Five- to Ten -Year Planning Period The
CAMA land use planning process is intended to help local governments and their citizens
in the coastal area of North Carolina plan for the future. This policy section of the plan
helps set local policy to protect the natural and manmade environment while at the same
time providing direction on what type of community citizens of Hertford want in the
future. The citizens of Hertford establish the following vision for the community for the
next five- to ten-year planning period:
Hertford citizens desire to maintain the historic character and charm of Hertford,
and promote its historic character.in an effort to bring about more economic .
growth. Citizens also want to see more utilization of the Perquimans River, while at
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the same time protecting water quality.
Prior to establishing the policies listed in this section the earlier 1991 Land Use Plan (see
Appendix, .1991 Policy.Summary) was reviewed by the Hertford Planning and Zoning
Board, resulting in the identification of a need to improve policy statements or
implementation strategies for the following issues:
• Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas, Soil Suitability and Septic
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Tank Use
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• Other Hazardous or Fragile land Areas
• Marinas, Floating Home Developments, Dry Stack Facilities
• Industrial Impact on Fragile Areas
• Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
• Types and Locations of Industries Desired
• : Redevelopment of.Developed Areas Including Relocation of Structures Due to
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Specific changes in -findings, policy and implementation language that amended the 1991
statements can be found in the Appendix. ,
Based on the public participation process, it is clear,that residents of Hertford want the
following for their community over the next five- to ten-year planning period:
• : Protection of water quality of Perquimans River,'.
.• , Revitalization of Downtown Hertford needed.
• Charm of community needs. to be maintained
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• Tourism needs to be promoted. Charm of Hertford and historic homes should be
• • promoted as a means to bring about more economic development.
• Attractions and accommodations for tourists needed.
• Progress needs to be made in developing Commerce Centre.
• More public access to River needed, with boat ramp and marina.
The following format was used to address each policy in the plan:
Issue: The topic or subject for which a policy is adopted or finding
made.
Policy:* Statement(s) of local government policy are designed to
achieve public objectives related to the issue. a:
Implementation: Method or actions used by Hertford to implement policy.
Findings: A brief summary of the issues, relevant findings and_ where
applicable, alternative policy responses.
Most "Issue" statements are intended to closely parallel topics or issues identified in the
CAMA Land Use Plan guidelines. Some "Issue" statements will not be followed by a ry
"Policy" only a "Finding" that clarifies why the issue is not considered locally relevant.
A "Polic " is a statement that is intended to guide decision making. Ideally these t
statements should remain substantially unchanged during.the five-year planning period.
Though policy -can be amended to address changing circumstance, changes should be
_avoided to ensure.their_effectiveness in achievingintended goals and objectives. These
policies are designed to -maintain a consistent and predictable .direction for local
govennment decisions affecting the Town's growth and development during the planning
a.
period..
"Implementation". statements are:the method or action. -the Town of Hertford will use
during the planning period to implement policy.
"Findings"..are notpolicy; and do not carry the same importance as the actual policy
statements. This.narrative is to provide background and rationale for the policy
statements. In most instances; the discussion serves to clarify or qualify a problem or
issue. There are other issues identified in the CAMA LUP guidelines that Hertford has
determined are not applicable to the -Town. A complete list of inapplicable "Issues" can
_be found in -the Appendix.
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A. Resource Protection Policies
Issue: Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC) and Appropriate Land Use r
in AEC's
AEC Management Objectives:
Coastal Wetlands: Conserve and manage coastal wetlands so as to safeguard and
perpetuate their biological, social, economic and aesthetic values; to coordinate
and establish a management system capable of conserving and utilizing coastal
wetlands as a natural resource essential to the functioning of the entire estuarine
system.
Estuarine Waters: Conserve and manage the important features of estuarine waters
so as to safeguard and perpetuate_ their biological, social, aesthetic, and economic
values; to coordinate and establish a management system capable of conserving
and utilizing estuarine waters so as to maximize their benefits to man and the
estuarine system.
Public .Trust Areas AEC's: Protect public rights for navigation and recreation and
to conserve and manage the public trust areas so.as to safeguard and perpetuate
their.biological, economic and aesthetic value.
Estuarine Shoreline AEC's: Ensure shoreline development is compatible with
both -the dynamic.nature.of estuarine shorelines -mid the values of the estuarine
system.
Policy l: To allowthose developments that meet current zoning
regulations and all other local, State and Federal regulations
.applicable to AEC areas.
Implementation: The local CAMA Permit Officer and State
CAMA Permit OfI•icer.will continue to review all proposed
~construction activities in the AEC areas for compliance with
applicable CAMA:regulations
'Findings: The Town,of Hertford supports the objectives of -the Coastal
Resources Commission (CRC) to conserve and manage estuarine waters; coastal.
wetlands, public trust areas, and estuarine shorelines, as an interrelated group of
AEC's so as to safeguard and perpetuate their biological, social, economic, and
aesthetic values and to ensure that development occurring within these AEC's is
compatible with natural characteristics so as to minimize the likelihood of
significant loss of private property and public resources. Furthermore, the Town
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supports the objective of the CRC to protect present common-law and statutory
public rights of access to the lands and waters of the coastal area.
Issue: Constraints to Development Including Flood Prone Areas, Soil
Suitability and Septic Tank Use
Policy 2: Development in areas containing Dorovan muck soils or
Chowan silt loam soils or in areas subject to flooding may be
permitted subject to the following findings.
Policy 3: A vegetative buffer shall be establish in areas adjacent to the
Perquimans River, Castleton Creek and its tributaries in those
areas containing Dorovan muck and Chowan silt loam soils.
Policy 4: Residential development will not be permitted in areas with
hydric soils as identified in the County detail soils report.
Implementation:
a) Continue to enforce the Flood Insurance Program.
b) Continue.to review proposed developments along the waterfront
area to insure compliance with CAMA and the Corps of Engineers
404 Wetland Permit Program
c) Development may be permitted in area referred in Policy 2 provided the
following can be met:
(1) All required permits can be obtained for the development
(2) Developer can show no adverse impact on adjacent water quality
(3) Is in the best interest ofthe Town of Hertford as defined by their
ordinances
Findings: Portions of the land area along both the Pergnimanc River and
Castleton Creek -and its tributaries have Dorovan muck (Do) or Chowan silt loam
(Co) soils which are hydric soils andhave severe limitations for development of
dwellings; commercial buildings or roads based on the Perquimans County Soils
Report. These areas are also subject to -flooding as shown on the Hertford Flood
Insurance Maps. -Because of the very wet conditions in these areas, septic tank
use -is not -permitted. These constraints to development have been discussed in all
of the previous land use plans and policy shall remain essentially the same
pertaining to this issue. This policy would be consistent with both local officials'
and. Hertford citizens' desire to protect the area's water quality while, at the same
time, allowing economic and recreational development that will benefit the
community to take place along the river.

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Policy. 5: To use existing State and Federal regulatory programs to
monitor appropriateness of future development in fragile land
areas along the Perquimans River and Castleton Creek
Implementation: Town officials will use the Flood Insurance
Program, local and State CAMA permit regulations and 404
wetland permit regulations to regulate development in fragile land
areas.
Findings: During the public participation process, Hertford citizens expressed the
desire to protect the River's beauty and quality, which would include freshwater
swamp areas and marshes. Freshwater swamps and marsh areas provide a
filtering affect between upland areas and major water bodies such as the
Perquimans River. This filtering affect is most important since all of the
j Perquimans River in Hertford is designated as an anadromous fish spawning area.
Issue: Protection of Potable Water Supply
Policy 6: To utilize the Well Head Protection Plan, Subdivision
Regulations; and theZoning Ordinance to direct land.uses that
might adversely impact on current or future well sites.
..Implementation:
a) Analyze existing land use regulations to determine impact on water
supply. Control densities and septic tank utilization adjacent to
groundwatersupply:
b) Evaluate any proposals for major groundwater. users (industry to
use Town water or_to:be served by private wells) .to determine
._ :impact on Town's capacity to -provide water to existing and future
development.
Findings: .The :Town of Hertford contains no water supply watershed areas based
on DCM map dated September.29,� 1997., The Town does have two well sites
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Issue: Use of Package Treatment Plants and Septic Tanks
Policy 7: Connection to the Town's sewer system is mandatory inside the
Town's corporate limits. Package treatment plants and septic
tanks are permitted in the extraterritorial planning area.
Implementation: Local Health Department or State health
standards will be used to approve any proposed package treatment
plants in the extraterritorial planning area.
Findings: Package treatment plants are not permitted inside the corporate limits
of Hertford, but may be allowed in the extraterritorial planning area.
Issue: Stormwater Run-off
Policy 8:
Steps will be taken to discourage excessive runoff, particularly
from agricultural uses, in the surrounding area.
Implementation:
a)
Review Subdivision Ordinance to determine if urban runoff is
adequately addressed and revise if needed.
b)
Notify the State Land Quality staff when land disturbing activities
of greater than one acre take place and encourage Perquimans
County to do the same for activity adjacent to the Perquimans
River.
c)
-Work closely with Perquimans; County in identifying the potential
adverse impact associated with uncontrolled agricultural
stormwater runoff.
d)
Encourage the County to participate in the Best Management
Practices Program. ,
e)
Upland excavation for marina basin development shall be
permitted if all required federal, State and local permits are secured
prior to excavation.
Findings: Residents are concerned about maintaining or -improving the water
quality of the Perquimans River. Controlling stormwater runoff is one means to
insure protection of the River's water quality. Stormwater runoff occurring outside
the Town's planning area can damage use of the Town's major natural and
economic resources (Perquimans River)

Issue .Marina FloatinaHomeDevelopment;zfidDry°Stack Facilities
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-Policy9: ,Floating homes shall not be permitted inside tlie.Town's area
Ofresponsibility,unless specificaUy allowed by ordinance in
designated areas }
Policy-l0: ,. ;,Marinas will be developed in -accordance the Division of
s Coastal Management standards;and guidelines: '
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a) Seek. -funding sources to develop apublic marina with -docking
`-facilities ind mooring f elds.'
b) , Workwith:StateandFederal.agencies in Tocating the most
:-appropnat6site forte manna that -will have ,the.least adverse impact .
on water. quality .and aquatic zesources:: The plane :Commerce
Cetrtrevvillbeconsidered-as possiblesitefor::amarina and=
docitingd'acihty�r-
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c) ordinance to prohibif floating homes as a
permanent rise in aiiywater body".
d Amendhe ' Zonmg.0id ce to llaw dry�stack boatstorage as a :.
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Findings `I?uang he pubhcparticipiationineeting held onMaich1 1998 the .
needifora arena Hertf"idwasraised.'eSuggestionwasmadethatmarinabe
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placed on:eastside �fbridge possibly at.N quimans..Commerce Cure; to allow
access from deeperrwater ;,Floating izomes'are not desired in Hertford waters:
Dry stack boatistorage would be#permitted if all local and State permits are
obtained.
Issue4IndustiallmpactonzFraaleAreas
Policycl2• _ BottomlandIardwood�orSwamp,Forestareas,willbe_
protected as much ;as feasible.}
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Pohcy_15:. To allow.niiuing ofsuch-re'sources if such operations are
consistent with the ZoningOrdinance and all applicable local,
tL State and Federal permits are secured priorldo perations
begmnmg
Implementation.:T6 �consider.the need for an~ordinance to restrict
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Issue: • Commercial and Recreational Fisheries
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P6licy.l6 To protect the river's aesthetic and water quality
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- VVork;State,-kdemlmnd local -agencies tomaintain and
:.amprove water qualityinlhe river to.insure.the river's continued
use as as pawning and areanursery .
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use'offhenverforbotht�mmmeal nndiecreational fishingsavery high Priority
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Issue. Residential, CoiamexcialzndIndusti3alDevelopment
P0Lcy17 ,�o-work toward ico_mmercial and _3ndustii l �develo went m
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pprop gate real to bring aboutmore lob'opportunities,
Indnstnal; commercial end residential development w�l be
r diected o2pproprwteareas using the7A ning OrdlnaIICe.
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Review, and mamtam mo Lii
mug maps andordinance to determine if
adequate; land area is available to accommodate non residential
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b) Review andmaintain:cunentzoning patternsnlongJS I7_Bypass
- comdor o see if rezoning is needed to allow additional
commercial or office uses is this area.
c) Review and maintain an ordinances from other
communities and}revise Zoning Ordmance to requue landscape
improvements for anyafuture commercial; office or industrial uses.;
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+The Town ofHertford, Wuifall Perquimans County b4 d,th6 Economic ,
Development, Commission
(EDC)are imkingprogress.toward;development ofthe
Perquimans Commerce":Centre 3 T1ie*EDC=also c(ntinues.toprom ,te existing
industrial site`s'in `an ,effortto' bring about more job Opportunities.,
Issue:: Local Commitment to Provide Services to Development
Policy 21: -Work to provide the needed infrastructure to accommodate
existing2nd future'developmeat. :
Implementation Local officials will periodically update the
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:Community.Facilities-Plantoddressall the fundingrequirements
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ofiuture, public :improvements
_. -Findings:-Providing.services suchns.waterand eweris essential to encourage
futu eeconomic.development•.ANovember 1998,° bondreferendum will provide
funds to.expand.capacity of.bothwaterand sewerplants to -meet future water
-and
"Se needs
Issue: Types ofUrban _Growth `Patterns`Deiftid
Policy:22: To x�ntinne_to`direct future residential and uon-residential
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Implementation:
_ a) Town officials wul work with the DOTto have erected two
-= _ :attractzvelughway signsjon U.S .;17 encouragingtouiists'xovisit
' � piston �waterfiv
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ofinstoric district .
b) Begin the_planning$n_dunplementation-ofplanting sti trees:in ;
Rtheydowntown �dunng the,five year planning period.
for and provide unproved street'lighting in the downtown area
d duffing xhe five-year planning period.
d) Town officials will review the financialfeasibility of placing in
reserve funds for the a Amsition of waterfront properly as it
: becomes available to make implementation of the _Waterfront
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seethe downtown area of ertford revitalized h They also expressed the desire to
see more public acce§s to the river The need for more public sidewalks and
better`maintenance of sidewalks was also mentioned ,
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Findings: Hertford has benefited from federal and State programs such as the,:.-,,
{ f CAIvIA Public Access Program, `highway jmproyements by the DOT -an
improved water _quality,through State erosion control regulations.. Hertford will
continue to support State and federalprograrns that tbenefit the'community Port
t = " facilities do not exist inHertford and no policy.is needed Hertford does not have
any militaryfi6ilities .within,the community,and no policy is necessary.
: Issue: Channel -Maintenance `
PoIicy.29: Maintainme thechannel in theNrquimans River is a high
priority:,
Implementation
a) Work with theArmy`Corps of Engineers and any other State and
`federal.agencies"io.ensure continued-dredging_and maintenance of
=the. ver.as needed to keep this facility open to navigation.
�'To allowbborrow orspoil areas and provision of easements for
" work provided the Town approves 2hem:'-
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intain contact with-connal representatives and federal
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..officials -as -dredging or.otherchannelmaintenanee.operations are .
:needed; .and will continue to: assist localisers of the river as
,.feasibh nd .as needs a-nd .concerns for_dredging""ormaintenance`are
broughtbeforeaocal officials oroffciaLs detennineahatneedfor
such.assistance exists `
Findings °Hertford officialslowtiat.commercialnndecreational fishing inxhe
" . # ` PenqurmansRiver brings Tonal andeconomic .beniefits to the.+communrty
Havingadequate boaiing�ccess torthenverxis portantto themrea. -
llssuet Ene " ray Facility� iting and Development; Inshoremid'Offsbore
,. ;Exploration or>De elopmeatLicludin3teffneries Storage'
" Policy 30. _ Hertford officials aie opposed #o;the development of refsnery,
andstoragefac ties fiAd6;theTown'sjunsdiWon:except in"
,- the'T. erquunans Commeree'Centre.
.' ' PoLcy.31 • : To promote $natural gas pipdine#hroughtheplanning area.,.
lls gas:
i plementahon: O cials will require review ofthe.natural
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ad'di wnal waterfront access as::financiallyfeasible while being
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;sensitive'to,the impact such access has on the wat& quality, of
tle,Perquimans ,River and Castleton;Creek.: '
.Implementation
a) Work on 40 . nentation of the 1989 Water&ont Development and
Access Plan that includes upgrading Missing'Mill Park and
t . rovidii g more and better access to the water. P
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b) Pursue financial assistance from applicable State and federal
agencies on the implementation of waterfront access such as
_' CAMA Access funds or, aiks.and Recreation Trust Fund `-
Issue -,Types; Density, Lo cation; :Units-per�Acre of Anticipated Residential
policy 35:: _ TleHertfordZoning Urdinancewill beused #o:determine
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location,andmnitsmei, acre of_futureresidential .development.
�'�ndings• Based -ondiscussed inihis PIanfortheyear.
2005.1here'will be aneedto�ecommodate38_newhousing units.;As shown on
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Idcely take place in the southern or westernp.&d6n of Hertford. because of t1w
small bero£addrttonalhaiismgumts hcipated duangtheeplanningFeriod,':.
Herifordufficrdls will rontmne uangthe bning:;Oridmance #o:ieiermine density
8nd 4oCatlOII Dff xture (16tiflil deVElOpIIlent.
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=The CAMALandUse'P1anguidehnes requue Thai each noastal communi ty.
evaluateAhensk assodated*wnthmajoraEorms and to.considerpoliciesfor.
mitigating storm har�rcis post i isaster=overynnd zvacuadons .Tile LAMA
gwdehnes segwre;consideration of3ritigaton; ieconstriction and evacuation
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-tbe health, safety,and welfare of the citizens of _
Policy 37: Purchase of damaged property in most hazardous areas if
_ ertherFederal or State funds can be secured for such purpose.
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:Agencynd encourage the completion of a Disaster'Relief and
r= . _ _ j >SAssistarice-Plan.
b) = "Use local:forces .to identify. and remove wind -vulnerable trees and
iwegetation and.conduct immediate cleanup and debris removal
=4operations fo116wing2 hurricane. - -
c) a Recovery" ;TaskT6rce: to'support the efforts of the County
:Control:Group.f,R
A) The purpose of this TaskForce would be to review damage
-assessmentreports following a hurricane and determine if
supplemental repair.and reconstruction policies and programs are
=necessary to protect the health; safety-and.welfare of the Hertford
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develoPmentmoratori�, revised land rise regulations
mndadditiorW ronstructionstanda ids forrepazr.and reconstruction-
:. . Consider establishing the following schedule orprionty system for
post�i-iaster errpamandTeco"nstructi
t : (1) �7First Priority: Replacement ofessentiaI_publicservrces such
as tlectncitw water; sewer; telephone, sheets and .bridges.
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' Evaluate`�he tivctmal�ntegnty�fthe.elevatedstorage#anklocated
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Ito thewastewaterhuatmeatlilant-As vvellhs the mpact oftheloss -
=~nfiwatersiipply shouid�the abbe=damaged b' high in
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mitigation preparedness;zesponse drecovery ;Whereaspre�paredness and
response normally are;handled _y the CountyXmergency Management Agency, .
mitgation:(discussed above) aridiecoverynay befimctions"of local government:'.. .
CAMA guideluies equire all coastal;commumhes toprepare a "postsaster
reconstruction"splan, thatconsidersthestorm-mitigationpoliciesoutline'd`above
F ; , #(Post -disaster reconstruction can be etluated to the tcovery phase of comriiumty
adtioi011 Past-disaster,reconstruction involves*habilrtation and reconstruction
activities necessary to return the community to a normal or pre=disaster condition.
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PoGcy.40r` Residents.will continue to be,rncluded inthe planning process
on an on basis.
Implementation
a) . ; The Town Manager.will review policy implementation with the
:Town Council:
b) Meetings will be open to the'.public to give citizens the opportunity
to express their views and.concems aboutplanning
Findings:.The most important aspect of planning for the future of Hertford is to
involve the residents .in,the;planningprocess.-.To.help accomplish this, Public
Information Meetings were advertised and held o'March :12 and April 16,1998.
The:Consultant opened the meeting each -time by briefly discussing the of
.purpose
theland UsePlan Update: -He then asked those _presentthe quests n,
'o "What
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would you 1e to. see happenin-Hertford.during-the.next five- to ten-year
planning:period to -make ita, better place in which" to live" 7-response
was
wiitfen down as those Anent expressed _their concems and :desires for the future:
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?evltatlOII'Df the dowIItown Hrea:. COIICeIDS VVe�:IIxpTeSSed Sbout ImpIOVIIIg:
water quaI tyAm Amin tourism- ,The need r a:marrna�,
otmg � .improved nndmore
watetfrantpnbhc
' r ;access:nthaddrtional boatrampanddockmg _ facilities were
mentioned. The need orlandscaping requirements:for<new commercial -:
developmentwas also ;+discussed. .
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draftform and is discussed by local officials, citizens will continue to have "an
opportunity -to reviewproposed policy andmplementation strategy.to.acxomplish
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areas inside the corporate limits of Hertford...
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The,purpose of the Urban Transition class is to provide for future intensive
urban development on lands that -are suitable and that will be provided
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Areas meetingthe_intent ofth6Urban Transition classification.are
yU�ypentl develo fiormban ses or,will be developed in the
next five2o#en .yeas toccommodate anticipatedpopulationand urban
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eventuaIly;requffe:urban-services: ;Examples of areas meetingthe intent of
+ this nlass $relandsancluded wrthm:municipal-exfraterritoridi4anning
boundaries and areas.being:considered forzanexation.
L Areas classified Urban Xiansifion;will provide:lands for.intensive
urban growth when lands Yn the Developed class are not available.
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bylieiiig generally free ofphysical :limitations and -lie served or
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f densities. ,Urban services include water;:sewer streets and Toads,
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_ i development occurs or soon thereafter, �Pemianent population
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<, ;densities ui this class will beiugh'and the seasonal population may
swell significantly.,:=
Infichoosing land for the Urban �'ransition class, such land should
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presently used for.agriculture; forestry, mineral extraction and other uses,
T., that due to their hazardous'ornoxious nature, should be located in a
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relativelyisolated and undeveloped area.=,Very low density dispersed,
single,family,residential uses are also appropriate within rural areas where
lot sizes are large and where densities do not require the provision of
- urban type services. Private septic tanks and wells are the primary on -site
_ services available to support residential development, but fire, rescue
squad and sheriff protection may also be available. Population densities
:will be verylow,
All areas not shown as Developed, Urban Transition or Conservation have
been classified as Rural. -This land area is located in the extraterritorial
planningareaofHertford.
Y. Conservation
:Purpose:
The purpose of.-the,Conservation class is to provide for the effective long-
term management and protection of significant; limited or
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areas Management is needed due to the.natu al, cultural, recreational,
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Areas meeting the intent of_this classification thatshould be +consideredfor
.inclusion include:
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t Iiinzted to public trust waters, -estuarine waters; coastal,wetlands,
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u. { ., Other:simnlaran(Is ;:environmentally siguficant because oftheir
natural role in "the integrity of the,coastal region, including but not
limited to wetlands identified on"Division 'of Coastal Management
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wetland maps,- other wetlands, .areas _that are or:have a high
"robabili of rov'Ah wildlife habits :forest lands that are
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resources
In Hertford, Conservation areas include all areas;of environmental concern
designated by .LAMA, which'include estuarine waters, estuarine
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Issue: Off -Road Vehicles
Findings: Off -road vehicles are not a problem or issue in Hertford; therefore,
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