J. Expected Impact . The expected heights, velocity, duration, rate of rise, and sediment transport of the flood waters and the effects of wave action, if applicable, expected at the site. K. Cost of Services . The cost of providing governmental services during and after flood conditions including maintenance and repair of public utilities and facilities such as sewer, gas, electrical and water systems and streets and bridges. (4) Conditions of Approval . Upon consideration of the factors listed above and the purposes of the Flood Damage Prevention Regulations, the Board of Adjustment may attach such conditions to the granting of variances as is deemed necessary to further the purpose of the Flood Damage Prevention Regulations. (5) Written Notification . Any applicant’s variance granted shall be given written notice specifying the difference between the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) and the elevation to which the structure is to be built and that such construction below the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) increases risk to life and property, and that the issuance of a variance to construct a structure below the Base Flood Elevation (BFE) will result in increased premium rates for flood insurance up to $25 per $100 of insurance coverage. Such notification shall be maintained with a record of all variance actions, including justification for their issuance. (6) Variance for Specific Facilities . A variance may be issued for solid waste disposal facilities, hazardous waste management facilities, salvage yards, and chemical storage facilities that are located in special flood hazard areas or future conditions flood hazard areas provided that all of the following conditions are met:
A. Critical Need . The use serves a critical need in the community.
B. No Feasible Location . No feasible location exists for the use outside the special flood hazard area or future conditions flood hazard areas.
C. Structure Elevated . The reference level of any structure is elevated or flood proofed to at least the regulatory flood protection elevation.
D. Compliance Other Laws . The use complies with all other applicable Federal, State and local laws.
E. Notification to the Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Crime Control & Public Safety . The Town of Fuquay-Varina has notified the Secretary of the North
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