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areas and rely on septic systems for wastewater treatment. They have a limited road network and in some cases lie within High Quality Watershed or Water Supply Watershed areas. The
lack of utility and transportation infrastructure, the established low density development pattern and ongoing agricultural activities in these areas contribute to their rural character.
This character can be enhanced by encouraging only low intensity uses, single family residential up to one unit per acre and context sensitive rural design.
Development Nodes
Rural Centers: Small scale commercial centers. The exact location and extent of the Rural Centers will be market driven, however, the non-residential footprint will usually be less
than 50,000 square feet in these areas. Site design and architecture should complement the character of the surrounding community.
Compact Mixed Use: These areas are meant to be nodes or activity centers for growing areas in the county. They are located near concentrations of existing or planned residences, and
areas with access to major thoroughfares and utilities. These areas incorporate commercial uses including grocery stores, retail establishments, restaurants and services. Office, civic
and institutional uses should complement commercial uses. Higher density residential including small lot single-family, townhomes and apartments should be located in close proximity
to shopping and service destinations and complimented by pedestrian facilities to provide more walking opportunities to internal and external destinations. The exact location and size
of non-residential areas will be dependent on market conditions.
Employment Mixed Use: These areas are located along major thoroughfares and include prime locations for economic development opportunities. Uses encouraged in the Employment Mixed
Use areas include but are not limited to, industrial, warehouse, office, research and development, tech-flex, medical, energy and distribution. Residential development is appropriate
only when not in conflict with existing or future industry or commercial uses.