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TOWN OF MORRISVILLE
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TABLE 7-1
Areas of Potential Impacts to be Addressed by Permitting and Mitigation Programs
Environmental Resource
Potential
for SCI
Types of SCIs
Mitigation
Wetlands
LI
Loss through development; subsequent
loss of habitat and habitat fragmentation,
reduction in genetic diversity, and loss of
attenuation of flow
Loss of wetland function through pollutant
loading
Wetland Protection through CWA Section 404 and Section 401
UDO
- Open Space Preservation
- Stormwater Programs to reduce pollutant loads and limit stormwater
impacts to wetlands
- Riparian Buffers and Floodplain Protection
Land Use Plans to set aside natural open space and encourages
development around Town Center, selected corridors, and mixed-use
developments
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Erosion and Sediment Control Program, administered by Wake County
Prime or Unique
Agricultural Land
LI
Conversion to other uses
Land Use Planning – Note no agriculture activity at this time
Supports regional farms by encouraging demand for products through
the Western Wake Farmers Market.
Public Lands and Scenic,
Recreational, and State
Natural Areas
LI
Possibility of conversion of adjacent land
uses
UDO
- Open Space Preservation
- Conservation Zoning District - protects environmentally important
areas
Land use planning
Parks and Recreation Master Plan
Areas of Archaeological or
Historical Value
LI
Possibility of conversion of adjacent land
uses
Structural damage from acid rain and
vibrations from construction or adjacent
transportation
Land use planning to control uses allowed
UDO
- Open space preservation
Town Center Districts, including Historic Crossroads Village and
Conservation/Buffer zones