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Article 11: Interpretation and Definitions
Section 11.5. Terms and Uses Defined
11.4.2. Exceptions and Variations
June 23, 2017
Morrisville, NC
Page 11-20
Unified Development Ordinance
A
PPLICATION
A
CCEPTANCE
(A
CCEPTED FOR
R
EVIEW
)
The formal acceptance of a development application for review following determination that the
application, as submitted, complies with all applicable submittal requirements, in accordance with
Section
2.4.3.A
PPRAISED
V
ALUE
The monetary value estimated for a parcel of land, portion of land, improvement on land, or other
commodity by a person who is registered, licensed, or certified as a real estate appraiser by the North
Carolina Appraisal Board.
A
PPROVED ACCOUNTING TOOL
The accounting tool for nutrient loading approved by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission for the relevant geography and development type under review.
A
RBOR
An open wood-framed roof, supported by regularly spaced posts or columns, and often
covered with lattice and climbing plants such as vines or roses, that shades a walk, patio,
or passageway.
A
RBORIST
,
ISA-C
ERTIFIED
A person trained and certified by the International Society of Arboriculture as an ISA Certified Arborist.
A
RCADE
A series of arches supported by columns, piers, or pillars, either freestanding or attached to a wall to
form a gallery.
A
RCHITECTURAL
A
CCENT
- A
BOVE THE
R
OOFLINE
A feature such as dormer, cupola, or steeple, located above the roofline, excluding signs and parapet
walls.
A
RCHITECTURAL
A
CCENT
- B
ELOW THE
R
OOFLINE
A f
eature such as an arch or other element attached to exterior walls of the building that are usually a
different color or decorative material from that of the adjacent wall surface, and serve no structural
purpose.
A
RCHITECTURAL
F
EATURE
A part, portion, or projection of a building or structure that contributes to its character or style, exclusive
of signs, that is not necessary for the structural integrity of the building or to make said building
habitable.
A
RCHITECTURAL
L
IGHTING
Exterior lighting that is designed to highlight structures, plantings, or significant architectural features in a
direct or indirect fashion.
A
RT
A fountain, sculpture, or similar object that is sited within a development as a focal point and is intended
for the enjoyment of the general public. It can be located on both private and public property.
A
SSESSED
V
ALUE
The monetary value that a parcel of land, portion of land, improvement on land, or other commodity is
assigned by the Wake County Revenue Department for the purposes of taxation.