November 7, 2022 - 6:00 PM - Board of Commissioners Rezoning Agenda Packet

10 PUBLIC NOTICE OF COUNTY BOARD MEETING November 7 , 2022 6 00 pm The Johnston County Board of Commissioners will meet in Regular Session on Monday , November 7 , 2022 at 6 00 pm or as soon thereafter as possible in the Commissioners Meeting Room located in the Johnston County Courthouse at 207 E Johnston Street , Smithfield , NC The purpose of the meeting is to transact business as presented during the meeting Auxiliary aids for the handicapped will be made available upon reasonable notice For citizens that would like to address the Board for Public Comment or on any of the cases listed below but have concerns with physically attending the meeting , please email the Clerk to the Board Paula Woodard at paulawoodard @ johnstonnccom or call 919 989 - 5100 The meeting will be livestreamed through YouTube at https wwwyoutubecom jocogovnc 1 Approval Discussion of Agenda 2 Cooperative Extension – Resolution for Farm City Week 4 3 Public Comments 4 Public Hearings Rezoning Requests CASE 22 - 17 – Applicant Shenandoah Homes to be tabled until December 5 , 2022 meeting CASE 22 - 18 – Applicant Shenandoah Homes to be tabled until December 5 , 2022 meeting CASE 22 - 22 – Applicant Krishna SAI , LLC 5 CASE 22 - 24 – Applicant Ernest Adams American Legion Post 518 withdrawn by applicant CASE 22 - 25 – Applicant John Phillip Stephenson & Kimberly Sutton Stephenson 13 CASE 22 - 26 – Applicant Ned Coleman 20 5 Nealon Planning Contract – Approval of Change Orders 27 6 Planning Activity Report and Draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan Continued Discussion 7 Manager Reports and Comments 8 Board Reports and Comments Page 1 of 28PageNovember 7 , 2022 6 00 pm 1 Approval Discussion of Agenda 2 Cooperative Extension – Resolution for Farm City Week Johnston County Cooperative Extension requests the Board to adopt a resolution for Farm - City Week from November 18 – 24 , 2022 See resolution 3 Public Comments 4 Public Hearings Rezoning Conditional Use Requests After each rezoning case is heard , which is a legislative public hearing , the hearing will be recessed and the Board will render a decision CASE 22 - 17 To be tabled , per the request of the applicant , until the December 5 , 2022 6 00 pm meeting REZONING PETITION Petition to rezone 5292 acres located in the 1500 block of Cornwallis Road in the Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Agricultural Residential - Conditional Zoning AR - CZ Tax ID 06E03012A , 06E03011T , & 06E03009A Owner Phillip & Kathleen Wood Applicant Shenandoah Homes Conditional Zoning Request Single family residential with sewer access The Planning Board recommends APPROVAL of the request and submits to the Board of Commissioners a proposed Statement of Consistency for adoption along with proposed Conditional Zoning District conditions CASE 22 - 18 To be tabled , per the request of the applicant , until the December 5 , 2022 6 00 pm meeting REZONING PETITION Petition to rezone 13058 acres located in the 1600 block of Josephine Road in the Cleveland Township from Agricultural Residential AR to Agricultural Residential - Conditional Zoning AR - CZ Tax ID 06F03013A , 06F03024X , & 06F03027P Owner Phillip & Kathleen Wood & Capital Properties of Raleigh Applicant Shenandoah Homes Conditional Zoning Request Single family residential with sewer access The Planning Board recommends APPROVAL of the request and submits to the Board of Commissioners a proposed Statement of Consistency for adoption along with proposed Conditional Zoning District conditions CASE 22 - 22 REZONING PETITION Petition to rezone a 512 acre tract located at 10842 Cleveland Road in Cleveland Township from General Business – Special Use District GB - SUD to General Business GB Tax ID 06E02028C Owner Krishna SAI , LLC Applicant Krishna SAI , LLC The Planning Board recommends APPROVAL of the Rezoning request and submits to the Board of Commissioners a proposed Statement of Consistency for adoption based on the recommendation for approval Fact Sheet Planning Board Minutes Application Zoning Map Aerial Map Photos Proposed Statement of Consistency for Approval from Planning Board Page 2 of 28PageCASE 22 - 24 This case has been withdrawn by the applicant and will not be heard REZONING PETITION Petition to rezone 245 acres located 187 Slate Top Rd , in the Clayton Township from Neighborhood Business - Special Use District NB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 05G04032H Owner Ernest Adams American Legion Post 518 Applicant Ernest Adams American Legion Post 518 The Planning Board recommends APPROVAL of the Rezoning request and submits to the Board of Commissioners a proposed Statement of Consistency for adoption based on the recommendation for approval CASE 22 - 25 REZONING PETITION Petition to rezone 068 acres located 1251 Sanders Rd in the Pleasant Grove Township from Community Business - Special Use District CB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 13E04046V Owner John Phillip Stephenson and Kimberly Sutton Stephenson Applicant John Phillip Stephenson and Kimberly Sutton Stephenson The Planning Board recommends APPROVAL of the Rezoning request and submits to the Board of Commissioners a proposed Statement of Consistency for adoption based on the recommendation for approval Fact Sheet Planning Board Minutes Application Zoning Map Aerial Map Photos Proposed Statement of Consistency for Approval from Planning Board CASE 22 - 26 REZONING PETITION Petition to rezone 575 acres of a 31 acre tract located 11260 Covered Bridge Rd in the Wilders Township from General Business - Special Use District GB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 11L03025 Owner Ned Coleman Applicant Ned Coleman The Planning Board recommends APPROVAL of the Rezoning request and submits to the Board of Commissioners a proposed Statement of Consistency for adoption based on the recommendation for approval Fact Sheet Planning Board Minutes Application Zoning Map Aerial Map Photos Proposed Statement of Consistency for Approval from Planning Board 5 Nealon Planning Contract – Approval of Change Orders The Johnston County Planning Department requests the Board to approve two change orders to the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan consulting services contract with Nealon Planning These change orders are to account for an additional public forum as well as up to three additional Board of Commissioners meetings during the draft Land Use Plan Update process See change orders 6 Planning Activity Report and Draft Comprehensive Land Use Plan Continued Discussion 7 Manager Reports and Comments 8 Board Reports and Comments Page 3 of 28PageNATIONAL FARM - CITY WEEK RESOLUTION NOVEMBER 18 - 24 , 2022 WHEREAS , agriculture has always been a cornerstone of Johnston County’s way of life , we acknowledge that dedicated farmers improve our wellbeing by working to ensure a healthy and abundant agriculture supply To succeed in this important enterprise , our farmers rely on essential partnerships with non - rural communities to supply , sell , and deliver finished products across the country and around the world During National Farm - City Week , we recognize the importance of this cooperative network to the success of the agriculture industry ; and WHEREAS , farming was America’s first industry and continues today to provide us with many of the necessities of life such as food , clothing , and fuel for our energy needs Agriculture employs a substantial number of workers in Johnston County including farmers , shippers , processors , marketers , retailers , truck drivers , inspectors , and others who annually contribute more than 38 billion in value - added income in Johnston County ; and WHEREAS , we welcome new opportunities for trade , hard work , and successful cooperation between farmers and city workers to continue to play a vital role in our country’s success and be a critical resource for countless people here and around the nation ; and WHEREAS , Farm - City collaborations help maintain and improve our nation’s food and fiber supply and contribute to a better quality of life for countless citizens We commend the many Johnstonians whose hard work and ingenuity reflect the true spirit of America and help to ensure a prosperous future for all ; and WHEREAS , we gather with family and friends around the Thanksgiving table , it is fitting that we count among our blessings the vital farm - city partnerships that have done so much to improve the quality of our lives Rural and non - rural communities working together have made the most of our rich agricultural resources , and they continue to contribute to the health and wellbeing of our people and to the strength of our economy NOW , THEREFORE , we the Commissioners of Johnston County do hereby proclaim November 18 - 24 , 2022 , as Farm - City Week We call upon citizens in rural and city areas to acknowledge and celebrate the achievements of all those who , working together , produce an abundance of agriculture products that strengthen and enrich our community and nation th Proclaimed this the 7 day of November , 2022 ATTEST RS “ Butch ” Lawter , Jr , Chairman Paula G Woodard , Clerk to the Board Page 4 of 28PagePage pageNumber5FACT SHEET REZONING CASE 22 - 22 Rezoning Petition Petition to rezone a 512 acre tract located at 10842 Cleveland Road in Cleveland Township from General Business – Special Use District GB - SUD to General Business GB Tax ID 06E02028C Owner Krishna SAI , LLC Applicant Krishna SAI , LLC Location 512 acre tract located at 10842 Cleveland Road in Cleveland Township … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Utilities & Services ? McLemore Fire District and CNS Rescue Squad … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Existing and Surrounding Land Uses Zoning ? Existing Land Use Zoned GB - SUD and currently vacant ? Surrounding Land Uses Zoned AR and used for agricultural and residential purposes , and a church Zoned CB - SUD and currently used for a daycare Zoned O - I and currently vacant Zoned GB - SUD and currently being used for a gas station with car wash , veterinary hospital and a realty office Zoned GB used for car care store , day care , mini storage , gas station with car wash , and produce nursery sales … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Traffic Concerns ? Traffic count on Cleveland Road was 12,000 vehicles per day 2020 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Land Use Plan ? This area is located within a designated “ Primary Growth Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan This denotes an area in which high levels of growth pressures currently exist or are anticipated near term Additionally , this site is located within a “ Community Centers ” activity node … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Additional Information ? This site was granted a 24 month zoning extension in 2018 ; it was originally rezoned to GB - SUD in 2012 and subsequently extended every 2 years until present ? The zoning is compatible with surrounding zoning districts and uses and located within a community center node ? Number of notices sent 14 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Planning Board ? No one spoke with concerns Planning Board Recommendation The Planning Board RECOMMENDS APPROVAL of the rezoning for Case 22 - 22 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … STAFF RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL based on the following consistency statement Page 5 of 28PagePage pageNumber6Consistency Statement This request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with “ Goal 1 Grow in a fiscally efficient , compact manner ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan and within the Community Center Activity Node The request is reasonable in that the proposed zoning is compatible with surrounding land uses and zoning districts Page 6 of 28PagePage pageNumber7Planning Board Minutes Case 22 - 22 August 23 , 2022 Rezoning Case 22 - 22 Rezoning Petition General Business – Special Use District GB - SUD to General Business GB Tax ID 06E02028C Owner Krishna SAI , LLC Applicant Krishna SAI , LLC Location 512 acre tract located at 10842 Cleveland Road in Cleveland Township Mr Marr introduced the case and referenced the information listed above Mr Marr noted this site was granted a 24 month zoning extension in 2020 ; it was originally rezoned to GB - SUD in 2012 and subsequently extended every 2 years until present Mr Raghu Katuru , 113 Townsend Dr , Clayton , NC , Applicant , stated the particulars of the request and confirmed the request to rezoning to General Business when asked by Chairman Letchworth Mr Newton discussed Chapter 160D of the North Carolina General Statutes concerning rezoning options There was no further discussion Chairman Letchworth asked for the staff recommendation Mr Marr provided a staff recommendation of approval and presented a draft statement of consistency for consideration Staff Recommendation Approval Upon a motion by Ms Holmes to approve Rezoning Case 22 - 22 , seconded by Mr Moore , Rezoning Case 22 - 22 was recommended for approval by a unanimous vote of 9 - 0 at the August 23 , 2022 Planning Board Meeting Page 7 of 28PagePage pageNumber8Page 8 of 28PagePage pageNumber9 DISCLAIMER Johnston County assumes no legal responsibility for the information represented here Scale 1 6534 - 1 in 54451 feet Johnston County GIS The scale is only accurate when printed landscape on a 8 1 2 x 11 size sheet with no page scaling August 15 , 2022 Powered by TCPDF wwwtcpdforg Page 9 of 28Page022 - 22 Ortho 02 19 2017 - 03 16 2017 Page 10 of 28Page122 - 22 Page 11 of 28Page2RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 22 - 22 RESOLUTION APPROVING A ZONING AMENDMENT AND ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 160D - 605 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement approving or rejecting the zoning amendment and describe if the amendment is consistent or inconsistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the Johnston County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for parcel identified as tax ID 06E02028C located at 10842 Cleveland Road in Cleveland Township , from General Business - Special Use District to General Business WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to approve the zoning amendment and adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates , and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that a The amendment aligns with “ Goal 1 Grow in a fiscally efficient , compact manner ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to approve the proposed amendment because a The zoning designation of General Business provides expanded opportunity for job creation and economic stability and the property is located along an arterial corridor ; and b The site is located within the Primary Growth Area The request is reasonable and in the public interest in that General Business is compatible with surrounding land uses and zoning , which include other General Business zoning designations 3 This Board approves the proposed zoning amendment from General Business - Special Use District to General Business Adopted this the 7th day of November , 2022 ATTEST BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FOR THE COUNTY OF JOHNSTON _____________________________ By ____________________________ Paula Woodard , Clerk to the Board RS “ Butch ” Lawter , Jr , Chairman Page 12 of 28Page3FACT SHEET REZONING CASE 22 - 25 Rezoning Petition Petition to rezone 068 acres located 1251 Sanders Rd in the Pleasant Grove Township from Community Business - Special Use District CB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 13E04046V Owner John Phillip Stephenson and Kimberly Sutton Stephenson Applicant John Phillip Stephenson and Kimberly Sutton Stephenson … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Utilities & Services ? 50 210 Fire District and Rescue Squad … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Existing and Surrounding Land Uses Zoning ? Existing Land Use Zoned Community Business - Special Use District CB - SUD and is used as a hair salon ? Surrounding Land Uses Zoned AR and used for residential and agricultural purposes Zoned CB - SUD and used as a small business … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Traffic Concerns ? Traffic count for this portion of Sanders Rd is 4400 vpd 2018 This portion of Sanders Rd does not appear on the Comprehensive Transportation Plan as needing improvement … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Land Use Plan ? This area is located within a designated “ Primary Growth Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan This denotes an area in which high levels of growth already exist or are anticipated near term … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Staff Comments and Recommendation ? Number of notices sent 7 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Planning Board ? No one spoke with concerns Planning Board Recommendation The Planning Board RECOMMENDS APPROVAL of the rezoning for Case 22 - 25 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … STAFF RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL based on the following consistency statement Consistency Statement This request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with “ Goal 9 Preserve the Rural Landscape ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Page 13 of 28Page4Planning Board Minutes Case 22 - 25 September 20 , 2022 Rezoning Case 22 - 25 Rezoning Petition Community Business - Special Use District CB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 13E04046V Owner John Phillip Stephenson and Kimberly Sutton Stephenson Applicant John Phillip Stephenson and Kimberly Sutton Stephenson Location 068 acres located 1251 Sanders Rd in the Pleasant Grove Township Mr Marr introduced the case and referenced the information listed above Mr John Stephenson , 1251 Sanders Rd , Benson , NC , Applicant Owner , was present to answer any questions Chairman Letchworth asked about parking on the adjacent property to which Mr Stephenson responded There was no further discussion Chairman Letchworth asked for the staff recommendation Mr Marr provided a staff recommendation of approval and presented a draft statement of consistency for consideration Staff Recommendation Approval Upon a motion by Mr Hudson to approve Rezoning Case 22 - 25 , seconded by Ms Howard , Rezoning Case 22 - 25 was recommended for approval by a unanimous vote of 6 - 0 at the September 20 , 2022 Planning Board Meeting Page 14 of 28Page5Page 15 of 28Page6 DISCLAIMER Johnston County assumes no legal responsibility for the information represented here Scale 1 3267 - 1 in 27225 feet Johnston County GIS The scale is only accurate when printed landscape on a 8 1 2 x 11 size sheet with no page scaling September 13 , 2022 Powered by TCPDF wwwtcpdforg Page 16 of 28Page722 - 25 Ortho 02 19 2017 - 03 16 2017 Page 17 of 28Page822 - 25 Page 18 of 28Page9RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 22 - 25 RESOLUTION APPROVING A ZONING AMENDMENT AND ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 160D - 605 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement approving or rejecting the zoning amendment and describe if the amendment is consistent or inconsistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the Johnston County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for parcel identified as tax ID 13E04046V located at 1251 Sanders Road in Pleasant Grove Township , from Community Business - Special Use District to Agricultural Residential WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to approve the zoning amendment and adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates , and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that a The amendment aligns with “ Goal 9 Preserve the Rural Landscape ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to approve the proposed amendment because a The request is reasonable such that the down - zoning to Agricultural Residential is more consistent with other land uses in the area ; and b The request is in the public interest in that land uses permitted within the Agricultural Residential district are less intensive and will not stress the local infrastructure 3 This Board approves the proposed zoning amendment from Community Business - Special Use District to Agricultural Residential Adopted this the 7th day of November , 2022 ATTEST BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FOR THE COUNTY OF JOHNSTON _____________________________ By ____________________________ Page 19 of 28Page0FACT SHEET REZONING CASE 22 - 26 Rezoning Petition Petition to rezone 575 acres of a 31 acre tract located 11260 Covered Bridge Rd in the Wilders Township from General Business - Special Use District GB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 11L03025 Owner Ned Coleman Applicant Ned Coleman … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Utilities & Services ? Corinth Holders Fire District and Clayton Rescue Squad … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Existing and Surrounding Land Uses Zoning ? Existing Land Use Zoned General Business - Special Use District GB - SUD and has not been developed ? Surrounding Land Uses Zoned AR and used for residential and agricultural purposes Zoned I2 - SUD and used as a shop … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Traffic Concerns ? Traffic count for this portion of Covered Bridge Rd is 1100 vpd 2018 This portion of Covered Bridge Rd does not appear on the Comprehensive Transportation Plan as needing improvement … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Land Use Plan ? This area is located within a designated “ Secondary Growth Area ” on the County’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan This denotes an area in which low to moderate levels of growth are anticipated over the next 20 years … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Staff Comments and Recommendation ? Number of notices sent 9 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … Planning Board ? No one spoke with concerns Planning Board Recommendation The Planning Board RECOMMENDS APPROVAL of the rezoning for Case 22 - 26 … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … … STAFF RECOMMENDATION APPROVAL based on the following consistency statement Consistency Statement This request is consistent with the Comprehensive Land Use Plan in that it aligns with “ Goal 9 Preserve the Rural Landscape ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan Page 20 of 28Page1Planning Board Minutes Case 22 - 26 September 20 , 2022 Rezoning Case 22 - 26 Rezoning Petition General Business - Special Use District GB - SUD to Agricultural Residential AR Tax ID 11L03025 Owner Ned Coleman Applicant Ned Coleman Location 575 acres of a 31 acre tract located 11260 Covered Bridge Rd in the Wilders Township Mr Marr introduced the case and referenced the information listed above Mr Ned Coleman , 11272 Covered Bridge Rd , Zebulon , NC , Applicant Owner , was present to answer any questions There was no further discussion Chairman Letchworth asked for the staff recommendation Mr Marr provided a staff recommendation of approval and presented a draft statement of consistency for consideration Staff Recommendation Approval Upon a motion by Ms Byrd to approve Rezoning Case 22 - 26 , seconded by Ms Davis , Rezoning Case 22 - 26 was recommended for approval by a unanimous vote of 6 - 0 at the September 20 , 2022 Planning Board Meeting Page 21 of 28Page2Page 22 of 28Page3 DISCLAIMER Johnston County assumes no legal responsibility for the information represented here Scale 1 13068 - 1 in 108901 feet Johnston County GIS The scale is only accurate when printed landscape on a 8 1 2 x 11 size sheet with no page scaling September 14 , 2022 Powered by TCPDF wwwtcpdforg Page 23 of 28Page422 - 26 Ortho 02 19 2017 - 03 16 2017 Page 24 of 28Page522 - 26 Page 25 of 28Page6RESOLUTION FOR CASE NUMBER 22 - 26 RESOLUTION APPROVING A ZONING AMENDMENT AND ADOPTING A STATEMENT OF CONSISTENCY REGARDING AN ORDINANCE AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAPS OF JOHNSTON COUNTY WHEREAS , pursuant to NC Gen Stat § 160D - 605 , prior to adopting or rejecting a zoning amendment , the governing board is required to adopt a statement approving or rejecting the zoning amendment and describe if the amendment is consistent or inconsistent with the comprehensive zoning plan and why the board considers the action taken to be reasonable and in the public interest ; WHEREAS , the Johnston County Planning Board has reviewed a proposed amendment to The Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County , for parcel identified as tax ID 11L03025 located at 11260 Covered Bridge Road in Wilders Township , from General Business - Special Use District to Agricultural Residential WHEREAS , based on a review of the proposed amendment the Planning Board found that the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates and further recommended that the Board of Commissioners approve the proposed amendment ; and WHEREAS , this Board has reviewed and considered the above written recommendation of the Planning Board and has held a public hearing on the proposed amendment , and this Board desires to approve the zoning amendment and adopt a statement describing why the adoption of the proposed amendment is consistent with the Johnston County Comprehensive Land Use Plan and updates , and the Board considers the proposed amendment to be reasonable and in the public interest NOW , THEREFORE , BE IT ORDAINED BY THE JOHNSTON COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS THAT 1 This Board finds and determines that the adoption of the proposed amendment to the Official Zoning Maps of Johnston County is consistent with the Johnston County Land Use Plan and updates thereto because the Land Use Plan and updates indicate that a The amendment aligns with “ Goal 9 Preserve the Rural Landscape ” found in the Comprehensive Land Use Plan 2 This Board finds and determines that it is reasonable and in the public interest to approve the proposed amendment because a The request is reasonable such that the down - zoning to Agricultural Residential is more consistent with other land uses in the area ; and b The request is in the public interest in that land uses permitted within the Agricultural Residential district are less intensive and will not stress the local infrastructure 3 This Board approves the proposed zoning amendment from General Business - Special Use District to Agricultural Residential Adopted this the 7th day of November , 2022 ATTEST BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS FOR THE COUNTY OF JOHNSTON _____________________________ By ____________________________ Page 26 of 28Page7Page 27 of 28Page8Page 28 of 28Page