A variety of other commenting or advisory bodies approved by a governing body may participate in development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. review under this Ordinance, including, but not limited to:

A. The Durham Open Space Areas of a development that allow for light, air, wildlife habitat, and for scenic and recreational use. Also included are areas designed to enhance the privacy or general appearance of a development. Private open space is open space that is owned by a corporation, individual, or house owners association. Public open space is open space owned by a governmental jurisdiction. and Trails Commission;

B. The Durham Environmental Affairs Board;

C. The Durham City/County Appearance Commission; and

D. The Durham Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission.

Other departments may be empowered by the governing bodies to develop Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land., maintain and implement technical standards, specifications, and guidelines.

The following table summarizes review authority under this Unified Development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. Ordinance.

The governing bodies identified in the text of this Ordinance as having authority to enforce certain provisions of this Ordinance are:

A. Durham County Board of Commissioners

The Durham County Board of Commissioners (hereinafter referred to as the Board of Commissioners) for property located within Durham County but located outside of any City limits.

B. Durham City Council

The Durham City Council for property located within the City limits of the City of Durham.

The governing bodies shall be responsible for final action regarding the following:

A. Amendments to the adopted Comprehensive Plan The overall development plan for the community which has been officially adopted to provide long-range development policies including all specified individual elements thereof among which are the plans for land intensities; land subdivision; circulation; and community facilities, utilities and services., including the annual Rectification Report;

B. Amendments to the text of this Ordinance;

C. Amendments to the text of the Historic Properties Local Review Criteria;

D. Amendments to the text of Local Historic District Preservation Plans;

E. Applications for zoning map changes;

F. Applications for major site plans An accurately scaled development plan that shows existing conditions on a site as well as depicting details of proposed development.;

G. Applications for historic district/landmark designation;

H. Applications for major special use permits and TIA special use permits;

I. Applications for street closings;

J. Applications for street renaming;

K. Applications for annexations;

L. Applications for statutory development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. agreements;

M. Vested rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. determinations that require a public hearing pursuant to Sec. 3.20, Vested Rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. Determination;

N. The Durham Design Manual and the Landscape Manual for Durham, NC (the Landscape Manual), including any subsequent revisions; and

O. Any other authority for a final action delegated to the governing body by state statute.

The Joint City-County Planning Committee (JCCPC) is established in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

Members of the JCCPC shall be appointed in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

A. The power and duties of the JCCPC shall be in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

B. The JCCPC shall also be responsible for review and recommendation regarding amendments to the text of this Ordinance and policies of the Durham Comprehensive Plan The overall development plan for the community which has been officially adopted to provide long-range development policies including all specified individual elements thereof among which are the plans for land intensities; land subdivision; circulation; and community facilities, utilities and services. that affect both the City and County jurisdictions.

C. The JCCPC shall be responsible for review of the Administrative Guidelines established by the Planning Director governing neighborhood meetings pursuant to paragraph 3.2.3, Neighborhood Meeting; the Landscape Manual pursuant to paragraph 9.2.1, Landscape Manual; and the Durham Design Manual.

The Durham Planning Commission was created by the Board of Commissioners and the City Council on July 1, 1988 in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

Planning Commission numbers, composition, terms, vacancies, removals, and compensation shall be in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

Planning Commission officers A room, group of rooms, or building whose primary use is the conduct of a business, professional service, or governmental activity of a non-retail nature; including administration, record keeping, clerical work, and similar functions. This definition is not meant to include manufacturing, processing, repair, or storage of materials or products., meetings, quorum, and rules of procedure shall be in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning and consistent with State statutes.

The Planning Commission shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of its business, consistent with State law and this Ordinance.

The Planning Commission shall have the following powers and duties.

A. Review Authority

1. The Planning Commission shall be responsible for reviewing and making recommendations regarding the following:

a. Adoption of or amendments to the Comprehensive Plan The overall development plan for the community which has been officially adopted to provide long-range development policies including all specified individual elements thereof among which are the plans for land intensities; land subdivision; circulation; and community facilities, utilities and services. and related plans;

b. Amendments to the text of this Ordinance;

c. Applications for zoning map change;

d. Applications for historic district designation;

e. Applications for development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. agreements pursuant to Sec. 3.26, Statutory Development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. Agreements

f. Adoption of or amendment to redevelopment plans as set forth in NCGS §160A-513; and

g. The Planning Department Annual Work Plan.

2. All decisions and recommendations of the Planning Commission shall require an affirmative vote. Tie votes shall be considered decisions or recommendations for denial.

3. The Planning Commission shall perform related duties as directed by the governing bodies.

4. The Planning Commission may exercise additional powers as may be described elsewhere in this Ordinance and as permitted by the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

B. Annual Report

The Planning Commission shall prepare an annual report and submit it to the Board of Commissioners and the City Council. The annual report shall include a comprehensive review of the Planning Commission’s activities, problems, and actions of the Planning Commission and any budget requests or other recommendations.

The Board of Adjustment is established in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning, NCGS Chapter 160D, and in accordance with special legislation adopted for the City and County regarding the Board of Adjustment.

The Board of Adjustment shall consist of seven members and three alternates. Its composition, terms, vacancies, removals, and compensation shall be in accordance with the Interlocal Agreement on City-County Planning.

Board of Adjustment officers A room, group of rooms, or building whose primary use is the conduct of a business, professional service, or governmental activity of a non-retail nature; including administration, record keeping, clerical work, and similar functions. This definition is not meant to include manufacturing, processing, repair, or storage of materials or products., meetings, and quorum shall be in accordance with the Board’s adopted Rules of Procedure and Interlocal Cooperation Agreement on City-County Planning.

The Board of Adjustment shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of its business, consistent with State law, special legislation, the City-County Interlocal Agreement and this Ordinance.

The Board of Adjustment shall have the following powers and duties.

A. Authority

1. The Board of Adjustment shall be responsible for final action regarding the following:

a. Applications for variances A grant of relief to a person from the requirements of this Ordinance which permits construction or use in a manner otherwise prohibited by this Ordinance where specific enforcement would result in unnecessary hardship.;

b. Applications for minor special use permits;

c. Appeals Request for review of a final order, interpretation or decision by any administrative official authorized to make such decision. of administrative decisions but not including those decisions involving Sedimentation Solid particulate matter, both mineral and organic, that has been, or is being, transported by water, air, gravity or ice from its site of origin. and Erosion The wearing away of land surface by the action of wind, water, gravity or any combination thereof. Control regulations, stormwater The flow of water which results from precipitation and which occurs immediately following rainfall or snowmelt. ordinances, or any other code or ordinance that does not grant the Planning Director authority; and

d. Applications for reasonable accommodation.

2. The Board of Adjustment shall perform related duties as directed by the governing bodies.

B. Annual Report

The Board of Adjustment shall prepare an annual report in accordance with the Board’s adopted Rules of Procedure and the City-County Interlocal Agreement.

A. Voting requirements for written decisions, where required, and for other actions shall be as specified in the Board’s adopted Rules of Procedure.

B. Every quasi-judicial decision of the Board of Adjustment shall be reduced to writing and subject to review by the superior court by proceedings in the nature of a petition for a writ of certiorari pursuant to NCGS § 160D-1402. Any petition for review by the court shall be filed with the clerk of superior court within 30 days of the effective date of a Board of Adjustment decision, or after a written copy thereof is delivered to the party who has made a request for such decision in compliance with paragraph C. below, whichever is later. When first class mail is used to deliver notice of the decision, three days shall be added to the time to file the petition.

C. Any party desiring a copy of the decision of the Board of Adjustment shall file a written request with the Planning Department prior to the effective date of the decision. Such decisions shall be delivered by personal Any individual, partnership, firm, association, joint venture, public or private corporation, trust, estate, commission, board, public or private institution, utility, cooperative, interstate body, or other legal entity. delivery, electronic mail, or by first class mail.

D. A written decision shall be considered filed with the clerk of the Board of Adjustment, and thus effective, on the date that the final necessary signature on such decision is obtained and the decision is ready for distribution.

The Durham Historic Preservation Commission (HPC) is established in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement for the Historic Preservation Commission and NCGS Chapter 160D. The HPC is designated as the historic preservation advisory and quasi-judicial body for the County and City, and shall have the powers and duties described in this section.

The Historic Preservation Commission shall consist of nine members. Its composition, terms, vacancies, removals, and compensation shall be in accordance with the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement. Additionally:

A. All members of the HPC shall have equal rights regardless of whether the matters at issue are located inside or outside of the Durham City limits.

B. Vacancies occurring for reasons other than the expiration of terms shall be filled by the appointing authority for the period of the unexpired term.

A. The Historic Preservation Commission shall adopt rules of procedure for the conduct of its business, consistent with Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, State law, and this Ordinance.

B. The Historic Preservation Commission officers A room, group of rooms, or building whose primary use is the conduct of a business, professional service, or governmental activity of a non-retail nature; including administration, record keeping, clerical work, and similar functions. This definition is not meant to include manufacturing, processing, repair, or storage of materials or products., meetings, and quorum, shall be in accordance with the Commission’s adopted Rules of Procedure, the Interlocal Cooperation Agreement, and State law as applicable.

The HPC is authorized and empowered to undertake such actions reasonably necessary to discharge and conduct its duties and responsibilities.

A. General Authority

The HPC shall act to promote, enhance and preserve the character and heritage of the Durham community. The HPC has the following general authority:

1. To undertake inventories in Durham County of properties of historical, architectural or archaeological significance.

2. To sponsor or conduct educational programs regarding Historic Districts or Historic Landmarks.

3. To give advice to property owners Any person having charge of any real property according to the records held by the Register of Deeds. concerning the treatment of the historical and visual characteristics of his or her property located within any Historic District or designated as an Historic Landmark, such as color schemes, gardens and landscape features, and minor decorative elements.

4. To cooperate with the State, Federal and local governments in historic preservation matters.

5. To enter, solely in the performance of its official duties and only at reasonable times and only with the consent of the property owner Any person having charge of any real property according to the records held by the Register of Deeds., upon private land for the examination or survey of the property. However, no member, employee or agent of the HPC may enter any private building As defined in the North Carolina Building Code, as amended, or the North Carolina Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings, as amended, as applicable. or structure A walled or roofed constructed object that is principally above ground; vertical projections meeting the definition of antenna-supporting or wireless support structures; or, when used in reference to Sec. 8.4, Floodplain and Flood Damage Protection Standards, a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground. Included in this definition are extensions or additions which are covered by a roof supported by walls or columns, such as but not limited to porte cocheres, carports, covered or screened porches, and breezeways. without the express consent of the occupants or owner Any person having charge of any real property according to the records held by the Register of Deeds..

6. Recommend to the Board of Commissioners and/or the City Council the following:

a. Areas to be designated by ordinance as Historic Districts;

b. The designation of any Historic District be revoked or removed;

c. Buildings, structures, sites areas The minimum area required for a particular type of development. The site may then be divided into smaller lots.s or objects within their relative areas of zoning jurisdiction to be designated by ordinance as Historic Landmarks;

d. The designation of any building As defined in the North Carolina Building Code, as amended, or the North Carolina Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings, as amended, as applicable., structure A walled or roofed constructed object that is principally above ground; vertical projections meeting the definition of antenna-supporting or wireless support structures; or, when used in reference to Sec. 8.4, Floodplain and Flood Damage Protection Standards, a gas or liquid storage tank that is principally above ground. Included in this definition are extensions or additions which are covered by a roof supported by walls or columns, such as but not limited to porte cocheres, carports, covered or screened porches, and breezeways., site area The minimum area required for a particular type of development. The site may then be divided into smaller lots.a, or object as an Historic Landmark be removed;

e. Other means of preservation and intervention at such times as vital historic resources appear, in the view of the HPC, to be threatened by neglect, use, demolition, or alteration; and

f. Changes to the City-County Interlocal Agreement which establishes the HPC, or any other related County and City ordinances, and to propose new ordinances relating to Historic Districts, Historic Landmarks or the total program for the development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. and preservation of historic resources of Durham and its environs.

B. Demolition by Neglect

For purposes of Sec. 3.18, Demolition by Neglect (City Only), the Historic Preservation Commission is designated a planning board under NCGS §160D-301, authorized to operate as a Board of Adjustment (BOA) and make quasi-judicial decisions under NCGS §160D-302 for the administrative determinations described herein.

C. Review Authority

The HPC shall be responsible for reviewing and making recommendations regarding the following applications:

1. Local historic district/landmark designations;

2. Amendments to the text of the Historic Properties Local Review Criteria; and

3. Amendments to the text of Local Historic District Preservation Plans.

D. Final Authority

The HPC shall be responsible for final action regarding applications for certificates of appropriateness.

E. Annual Report

The HPC shall prepare an annual report and submit it to the Board of Commissioners and the City Council. The annual report shall include a comprehensive review of the HPC's activities, problems, and actions of the HPC and any budget requests or other recommendations.

A. An affirmative vote of a majority of members present and voting shall be required for all actions except as noted below.

B. The voting requirements applicable to the Board of Adjustment in paragraph 2.4.6, Board of Adjustment Decisions, shall be used for HPC decisions when the HPC is functioning as a Board of Adjustment under Sec. 3.18, Demolition by Neglect (City Only).

The Durham City-County Planning Department is established in accordance with NCGS § 160D-402, and serves as the administrative staff for the City of Durham and Durham County. The Department administers this Ordinance for the City and County, unless otherwise specified within this Ordinance.

The Planning Director is designated as head of the Durham City-County Planning Department and shall be responsible for administering the provisions of this Ordinance as set forth in this section.

The Planning Director may designate any staff member to represent the Director in any function assigned by this Unified Development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. Ordinance. The Director shall remain responsible for any final action.

The Planning Director or designee shall have the following powers and duties.

A. The Planning Director or designee is designated to perform the following duties:

1. Make studies of the area within the planning jurisdiction and surrounding areas;

2. Determine objectives to be sought in the development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. of the study area;

3. Prepare plans for achieving these objectives;

4. Develop Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. and recommend policies, ordinances, administrative procedures, and other means for carrying out plans in a coordinated and efficient manner;

5. Advise the governing bodies concerning means for carrying out plans or amending plans;

6. Accept, receive and disburse funds, grants, and services made available by the Federal government or the State government used in the furtherance of departmental functions;

7. Administer zoning and subdivision All divisions of a tract or parcel of land into two or more lots, building sites, or other divisions for the purpose of sale or building development (whether immediate or future) or any division of land involving the dedication of a new street or a change in existing streets. regulations and other related land use controls;

8. Exercise any functions in the administration and enforcement of various means for carrying out plans that the governing bodies may direct;

9. Develop Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land., approve, and implement design guidelines;

10. Develop Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land., approve, and implement administrative procedures and guidelines to execute the provisions of this Ordinance; and

11. Perform any other related duties that the governing body may direct.

B. The Planning Director or designee shall be responsible for reviewing and making recommendations regarding the following:

1. Applications for major site plan An accurately scaled development plan that shows existing conditions on a site as well as depicting details of proposed development. review;

2. Applications for major preliminary plat A map indicating the proposed layout of a development and related information that is submitted for preliminary review. review;

3. Applications for minor and major certificates of appropriateness;

4. Applications for special use permits;

5. Amendments to adopted land use plans Any land use plan adopted by a governing body including, specifically, the Comprehensive Plan.;

6. Amendments to the text of this Ordinance;

7. Applications for zoning map change;

8. Applications for street closing;

9. Applications for street renamings;

10. Applications for annexations;

11. Applications for statutory development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. agreement;

12. Applications for historic district/landmark designation; and

13. Applications for vested rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. determinations requiring a public hearing pursuant to Sec. 3.20, Vested Rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. Determination and NCGS 160D-108.

C. The Planning Director or designee shall be responsible for final action regarding the following:

1. Interpretation of this Ordinance;

2. Applications for Sign Any words, lettering, parts of letters, figures, numerals, phrases, sentences, emblems, devices, structures, designs, trade names, or trade marks by which anything is made known such as are used to designate an individual, a firm, an association, a corporation, a profession, a business, or a commodity or products, which are legible from any public street or adjacent property and used to attract attention. This definition includes the structure or the face on which a sign message is displayed. For the purposes of this Ordinance, this definition shall not include "trade dress" i.e.: architectural features identified with a product or business, as a sign. Permits;

3. Applications for subdivision All divisions of a tract or parcel of land into two or more lots, building sites, or other divisions for the purpose of sale or building development (whether immediate or future) or any division of land involving the dedication of a new street or a change in existing streets. review pursuant to Sec. 3.6, Subdivision Review;

4. Applications for site plans An accurately scaled development plan that shows existing conditions on a site as well as depicting details of proposed development. pursuant to Sec. 3.7, Site Plan Review;

5. Applications for common and way-finding signage plans A plan delineating unifying characteristics for way-finding signs associated within a development project or complex.;

6. Applications for home occupation Any occupation conducted by the inhabitants of the dwelling, which is secondary to the main use as a dwelling, and causes no change in the exterior of the dwelling. permits;

7. Administrative certificates of appropriateness;

8. Petitions for demolition by neglect investigations;

9. Applications for street withdrawal;

10. Applications for vested rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. determinations not requiring a public hearing pursuant to Sec. 3.20, Vested Rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance.;

11. Applications for architectural review;

12. Applications for temporary use permits

13. Applications for floodplain development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. permits.; and

14. Applications for vested rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. determinations not requiring a public hearing pursuant to Sec. 3.20, Vested Rights The right of property owner to develop in accordance with NCGS 160D-108 and the provisions of this Ordinance. Determination, and NCGS 160D-108.

The City-County Inspections Department is authorized by the North Carolina General Statutes to enforce certain State statutes, State regulations, such as the North Carolina State Building As defined in the North Carolina Building Code, as amended, or the North Carolina Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings, as amended, as applicable. Code, and local ordinances, including, but not limited to, ordinances related to zoning and development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land..

The Inspections Director is designated as the head of the City-County Inspections Department and shall be responsible for administering the provisions of this Ordinance as set forth in this section.

The Inspections Director may designate any staff member to represent the Director in any function assigned by this Unified Development Pursuant to NCGS 160D-102, any of the following: a. The construction, erection, alteration, enlargement, renovation, substantial repair, movement to another site, or demolition of any structure. b. The excavation, grading, filling, clearing, or alteration of land. c. The subdivision of land as defined in G.S. 160D-802. d. The initiation or substantial change in the use of land or the intensity of use of land. Ordinance. The Director shall remain responsible for any final action.

With regard to this Ordinance, the Inspections Director, or designee, shall enforce provisions of this Ordinance which pertain to new construction When used in reference to Sec. 8.4, Floodplain and Flood Damage Protection Standards, structures for which the “start of construction” commenced on or after the effective date of the original version of the community’s Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance and includes any subsequent improvements to such structures. and the issuance of building As defined in the North Carolina Building Code, as amended, or the North Carolina Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings, as amended, as applicable. permits and Certificates of Compliance, and shall be responsible for final action regarding local interpretation of matters related to the North Carolina Building As defined in the North Carolina Building Code, as amended, or the North Carolina Residential Code for One and Two-Family Dwellings, as amended, as applicable. Code.