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market demand. On a limited basis, the Future Employment district may be used for the development of mixed use residential and employment developments. The future employment designation is shown in three (3) locations on the 2003 Midland Future Land Use Map, these areas are listed below. Prooerty surroundinathe Concord Motorsoorts Park- This area contains an adequate supply of vacant acreage and would provide an excellent location for motorsports related businesses and activities. Industrial and commercial uses are preferred due to traffic, noise, and public safety issues related to the current operation of the speedway. Prooerty located adiaçent to the Mecklenbura County Line north of the railroad and south of NC 24/27- This property has been designated as a commercial district since zoning began in Cabarrus County. It features a rare combination of vacant acreage, adequate access to a major thoroughfare end Highway (NC 24/27 and 1-485), and railway access. These characteristics present a prime location for large scale, employment-generating operations. Operations of this type would require the extension of utilities to this area. This location serves as a gateway to Cabarrus County and care should be given to ensure that aesthetic value is promoted and not compromised. Development located along either side of NC 24/27 shall be subject to the additional standards prescribed by the Thoroughfare Overlay Zone (TOZ). Prooerty located east of "Old Midland" on the north and south side of the railroad- This property is located within close proximity to US Hwy 601 south. It contains large- \lacant parcels and features unique access to the railroad on both sides. Railroad transportation is once again gaining popularity as cost effective means for transportation of products and raw materials. It is also loeated adjacent to the existing Midland Enterprise Zone. 0 The Agricultural/Open Space district features residential uses that support those working on and/or owning the land, home occupations allied with existing residences, and very limited business endeavors. Public utilities are not planned for this area. The primary activity is agricultural/housing and businesses are typically related to and supportive of the practice of modern day agriculture. Manmade uses must take care to enhance and not detract from the essential character of the area. This district is proposed for areas within the Midland plan area that feature significant natural resources and should remain protected from over development by encouraging agrarian and residential uses on larger lots. C-4- 27