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The Western Area Plan places emphasis on proper buffering of dissimilar uses. This is particularly important with industrial uses. To the west, this property adjoins residences, proposed residences, and open/agricultural land. It is buffered from these by Coddle Creek and the preservation of its flood plain and existing vegetation as an open area. The northern portion of the property adjoins the proposed commercial area for which proposed buffering and height restrictions have been discussed. The greatest concern about buffering is on the eastern side of the property. The eastern boundary of Parcels C and D is currently open and a mix of ARR and A-I zoning. The development plan indicates only the required I-1 setback at these boundaries and with current zoning that could permit industrial and residential uses within 40 feet of each other in a worst case scenario. It is recommended that the setback along these property lines be increased to 100 feet (in addition to retaining existing vegetation). Along Concord Farms Road to the east, this property adjoins other A-I property so the combination of two front setbacks, right-of-way, and similar uses should eliminate buffering concerns. The concept plan basically meets the goals of the Western Area Plan for employment areas along the U.S. 29 corridor. Optionally, access to the industrial parcels from Weddington Road would not be permitted, but since that is not proposed the petitioners have taken actions to emphasize access to U.S. 29 and other employment areas. The buffering of this property to the north and west is more than adequate, and staff recommends that the buffering along the east side where the proposed light industrial areas adjoin ARR zoning be increased to avoid conflicts. Staff recommends approval of Parcels C and D with that condition. Prepared by: Jonathan B. Marshall