A-1. In general.

(a)

As provided in section 35-49, it is presumed that all of the information listed in this appendix must be submitted with an application for a zoning, sign, or special use permit to enable the permit-issuing authority to determine whether the development, if completed as proposed, will comply with all the requirements of chapter 35. As set forth in section 35-92, applications for variances are subject to the same provisions. However, the permit-issuing authority may require more information or accept as sufficient less information, according to the circumstances of the particular case. A developer who believes information presumptively required by this appendix is unnecessary shall contact the planning staff for an interpretation.

(b)

As also provided in section 35-49, the administrator shall develop application processes, including standard forms, to simplify and expedite applications for simple developments that do not require the full range of information called for in this appendix. In particular, developers seeking only permission to construct single-family houses or duplexes or to construct new or modify existing signs should contact the administrator for standard forms.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-2. Written application.

Every applicant for a variance or a zoning, sign, or special use permit shall complete a written application containing at least the following information:

(1)

The name, address, and phone number of the applicant.

(2)

If the applicant is not the owner of the property in question, (i) the name, address, and phone number of the owner, and (ii) the legal relationship of the applicant to the owner that entitles the applicant to make application.

(3)

The date of the application.

(4)

Identification of the particular permit sought.

(5)

A succinct statement of the nature of the development proposed under the permit or the nature of the variance.

(6)

Identification of the property in question by street address and tax map reference.

(7)

The zoning district within which the property lies.

(8)

The number of square feet in the lot where the development is to take place.

(9)

The gross floor area of all existing or proposed buildings located on the lot where the development is to take place.

(10)

If the proposed development is a multifamily residential development, the number of one-, two-, three-, or four-bedroom dwelling units proposed for construction.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-3. Development site plans.

Subject to section A-1 of this appendix, every application for a variance or a zoning, sign, or special use permit shall contain plans that locate the development site and graphically demonstrate existing and proposed natural, manmade, and legal features on and near the site in question, all in conformity with sections A-4 through A-6 of this appendix.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-4. Graphic materials required for plans.

(a)

The plans shall include a location map that shows the location of the project in the broad context of the city or planning jurisdiction. This location map may be drawn on the development site plans or it may be furnished separately using reduced copies of maps of the Lumberton planning jurisdiction available at the planning and neighborhood services department.

(b)

Development site plans shall be drawn to scale, using such a scale that all features required to be shown on the plans are readily discernible. Very large developments may require that plans show the development in sections to accomplish this objective without resort to plans that are so large as to be cumbersome, or the objective may be accomplished by using different plans or plans drawn to different scales to illustrate different features. In all cases, the permit-issuing authority shall make the final determination whether the plans submitted are drawn to the appropriate scale, but the applicant for a special use permit relies in the first instance on the recommendations of the administration.

(c)

Development site plans should show on the first page the following information:

(1)

Name of applicant;

(2)

Name of development (if any);

(3)

North arrow;

(4)

Legend;

(5)

Scale.

(d)

All of the features required to be shown on plans by sections A-5 and A-6 may be included on one set of plans, so long as the features are distinctly discernible.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-5. Existing natural, manmade and legal features.

(a)

Development site plans shall show all existing natural, manmade, and legal features on the lot where the development is to take place, including but not limited to those listed below. In addition, the plans shall also show those features indicated below by an asterisk [*] that are located within 50 feet in any direction of the lot where the development is to take place, and shall specify (by reference to the table of permissible uses or otherwise) the use made of adjoining properties.

(b)

Existing natural features:

(1)

Treeline of wooded areas.

(2)

Orchards or other agricultural groves by common or scientific name.

(3)

Streams, ponds, drainage ditches, swamps, boundaries of floodways and floodplains.

(4)

Base flood elevation data (See article XVI, division 1).

(5)

Contour lines (shown as dotted lines) with no larger than two-foot contour intervals. (As indicated in subsection A-6(b)(17), proposed contour lines shall be shown as solid lines.)

(c)

Existing manmade features:

(1)

Vehicle accommodation areas (including parking areas, loading areas and circulation areas, see section 35-290), all designated by surface material and showing the layout of existing parking spaces and direction of travel lanes, aisles, or driveways.

(2)

Streets, private roads, sidewalks, and other walkways, all designated by surface materials.

(3)

Curbs and gutters, curb inlets and curb cuts, and drainage grates.

(4)

Other stormwater or drainage facilities, including manholes, pipes, and drainage ditches.

(5)

Underground utility lines, including water, sewer, electric power, telephone, gas, cable television.

(6)

Aboveground utility lines and other utility facilities.

(7)

Fire hydrants.

(8)

Buildings, structures and signs (including dimensions of each).

(9)

Location of exterior light fixtures.

(10)

Location of dumpsters.

(d)

Existing legal features:

(1)

The zoning of the property, including zoning district lines where applicable.

(2)

Property lines (with dimensions identified).

(3)

Street right-of-way lines.

(4)

Utility or other easement lines.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-6. Proposed changes in existing features or new features.

(a)

Development site plans shall show proposed changes in (i) existing natural features (see A-5(b)), (ii) existing manmade features (see A-5(c)), and (iii) existing legal features (see A-5(d)).

(b)

Development site plans shall also show proposed new legal features (especially new property lines, street right-of-way lines, and utility and other easements), as well as proposed manmade features, including, but not limited to, the following:

(1)

The number of square feet in every lot created by a new subdivision.

(2)

Lot dimensions, including lot widths measured in accordance with section 35-183.

(3)

The location and dimensions of all buildings and freestanding signs on the lot, as well as the distances all buildings and freestanding signs are set back from property lines, streets or street right-of-way lines (see section 35-184.)

(4)

Principal side(s) building elevations for typical units of new buildings or exterior remodelings of existing buildings, showing building heights (see section 35-185) and proposed wall sign or window sign area.

(5)

The location and dimensions of all recreational areas provided in accordance with article XIII, with each area designated as to type of use.

(6)

Areas intended to remain as usable open space. The plans shall clearly indicate whether such open space areas are intended to be offered for dedication to public use or to remain privately owned.

(7)

Streets, labeled by classification (see section 35-210) and street name showing whether curb and gutter or shoulders and swales are to be provided and indicating street paving widths. Private roads in subdivisions shall also be shown and clearly labeled as such.

(8)

Curbs and gutters, curb inlets and curb cuts, drainage grates.

(9)

Other stormwater or drainage facilities, including manholes, pipes, drainage ditches, retention ponds, etc.

(10)

Sidewalks and walkways, showing widths and surface material.

(11)

Bridges.

(12)

Outdoor illumination with lighting fixtures sufficiently identified to demonstrate compliance with section 35-242.

(13)

Underground utility lines, including water, sewer, electric power, telephone, gas, cable television. Water and sewer pipeline signs shall be labeled.

(14)

Aboveground utility lines and other facilities.

(15)

Fire hydrants.

(16)

Dumpsters.

(17)

New contour lines resulting from earth movement (shown as solid lines) with no larger than two-foot contour intervals (existing lines should be shown as dotted lines).

(18)

Scale drawings of all signs requiring permits pursuant to article XVII, together with an indication of the location and dimensions of all such signs.

(19)

Vehicle accommodation areas (including parking areas, loading areas, and circulation areas, see section 35-290), all designated by surface material showing the dimensions and layout of proposed parking spaces and the dimensions and direction of travel of lanes, aisles, and driveways.

(20)

Proposed plantings or construction of other devices to comply with the screening requirements of article XIX.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-7. Documents and written information in addition to plans.

In addition to the written application and the plans, whenever the nature of the proposed development make information or documents such as the following relevant, such documents or information shall be provided. The following is a representative list of the types of information or documents that may be requested:

(1)

Documentation confirming that the applicant has a legally sufficient interest in the property proposed for development to use it in the manner requested, or is the duly appointed agent of such a person.

(2)

Certifications from the appropriate agencies that proposed utility systems are or will be adequate to handle the proposed development, as set forth in article XV, and that all necessary easements have been provided.

(3)

Detailed description of play apparatus to be provided in miniparks.

(4)

Legal documentation establishing homeowners associations or other legal entities responsible for control over required common areas and facilities.

(5)

Bonds, letters of credit, or other surety devices.

(6)

Stamped envelopes containing the names and addresses of all those to whom notice of a public hearing must be sent to comply with section 35-102 or section 35-52.

(7)

Complete documentation justifying any requested deviation from specific requirements established by this chapter as presumptively satisfying design standards.

(8)

Written evidence of permission to use satellite parking spaces under the control of a person other than the developer when such spaces are allowed pursuant to section 35-298.

(9)

Written evidence of good faith efforts to acquire satellite parking under the circumstances set forth in section 35-299.

(10)

Time schedules for the completion of phases in staged development, as required by section 35-61.

(11)

The environmental impact of a development, including its effect on historically significant or ecologically fragile or important areas and its impact on pedestrian or traffic safety or congestion.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)

A-8. Number of copies of plans and documents.

With respect to all plans and other documents required by this appendix, the developer shall submit the number of copies (not to exceed 15) that the administrator deems necessary to expedite the review process and to provide necessary permanent records.

(Ord. No. 813, § 1, 6-3-85; Ord. No. 2021.06.02 , 6-9-21)