NW Harnett FLU_class descriptFUTURE LAND USE
PROTECTED AREAS
Parks and other forms of protected open space, including large conservation easements
AGRICULTURE AND RURAL RESIDENTIAL
Primarily agricultural and forestry uses with some rural residential areas. These areas are located outside of existing and future service 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. Smaller lots would be permitted as part of a Rural Cluster Development, which would include 40% open space, and a maximum number of 20 lots per development.
LOW DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Single family detached residential intended to remain predominately suburban in character and provide for low density single-family residential development on lots smaller than those in Rural Residential areas. Gross densities of 1-2 dwelling units per acre depending on utilities, soils, and character of adjacent development. Smaller lot sizes would be permitted as part of a Conservation Development, which would also include 40% open space to preserve sensitive environmental areas, and provide buffers and meaningful open space.
MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL
Located in areas served by current or planned utilities, medium density residential permits a mix of housing types including single family detached homes, small-lot homes and patio homes. Gross densities of up to 3 dwelling units per acre. Smaller lot sizes would be permitted as part of a Conservation Development, which would also include 40% open space to preserve sensitive environmental areas, and provide buffers and meaningful open space.
IN-TOWN RESIDENTIAL
Compact residential with a mix of housing types including single family detached homes with average lot sizes, small-lot homes and patio homes that are complimentary of the existing historic residential development of nearby towns and crossroads communities. Gross densities of up to 5 dwelling units per acre. Located in areas served by current or planned utilities and in areas near the extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) of towns. Additional housing types (including townhomes and apartments) and higher densities may be appropriate as part of planned developments or near 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. Building should mimic historical scale and architectural details. Residential includes smaller lot homes, patio homes and some small-scale attached products (such as townhomes or quadplexes).
ENVIRONMENTALLY SENSITIVE AREAS
Environmentally sensitive areas, including floodplains and areas located in the Conservation Overlay Zoning District. Primary uses in these areas would be open space, forestry, and agriculture.
COMMUNITY 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 andinstitutional 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 nonresidential 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.