Wake Forest Unified Development Ordinance - July 2022

Definitions 17.4 Definitions Generally*

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(BFEs) shown on a FIRM are referenced. Refer to each FIRM panel to determine datum used. MARQUEE SIGN Vertical signs projecting from the side of a building or a roof structure which may or may not incorporate changeable type. MECHANICAL UTILITY Any piece of machinery or equipment with moving parts, generates noise, or causes any kind of environmental disturbance or creates emission of any kind, including air movement. Said machinery or equipment is generally functional or utilitarian in nature. SUBDIVISION Any subdivision of land other than those exempt per NCGS. MODIFICATION OR MODIFY (WTF) The addition, removal or change of any of the physical and visually discernible components or aspects of a wireless Facility or Complex with identical components, including but not limited to antennas, cabling, equipment shelters, landscaping, fencing, utility feeds, or the color or materials of any visually discernible components, vehicular access, parking and/or an upgrade or change-out of equipment for different, better, or more modern equipment. MODIFIED NATURAL STREAM An on-site channelization or relocation of a stream channel and subsequent relocation of the intermittent or perennial flow as evidenced by topographic alterations in the immediate watershed. A modified natural stream must have the typical biological, hydrological, and physical characteristics commonly associated with the continuous conveyance of water (perennial stream). MURAL A painting or other work of art executed directly or affixed to an exterior wall. MULTI-PHASED DEVELOPMENT VESTING PLAN A development containing at least 25 acres that is subject to a master plan with committed elements showing the types and intensity of uses for each phase and which development permitting will occur in more than one phase. NATURAL EROSION The wearing away of the e arth’s surface by water, wind, or other natural agent under natural environmental conditions undisturbed by humans.

NCDOT EROSION CONTROL CERTIFICATION A certification required by the DOT for all erosion control projects. • Level I: Erosion & Sediment Control/Stormwater Inspector/Installer - Required for each supervisor of grading contractor installing temporary erosion and sediment control/stormwater devices and/or subcontractor.

Level II: Erosion & Sediment Control/Stormwater Site Management - Superintendent/foreman in charge of grading activities, contractor personnel assigned to conduct NPDES sites inspections and fill out NPDES weekly log.

Level III a/b: Design Professionals

NCGS The North Carolina General Statutes and all rules and orders adopted pursuant to them. NECESSARY, NECESSITY OR NEED (WTF) What is technologically required for the equipment to function as designed by the manufacturer and that anything less will result in prohibiting the provision of service as intended and described in the narrative of the Application. Necessary or Need does not mean what may be desired, preferred or the most cost-efficient approach and is not related to an Applicant’s specific chosen design standards. Any situation involving a choice between or among alternatives or options is not a Need or a Necessity. NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS Improved space set aside for public use and recreation that is comprised of one or more of the following typologies (as outlined in Section 7.5.1): Park/Greenway, Green, Square, Playground, and Community Garden. NEW CONSTRUCTION (FLOODPLAIN DEVELOPMENT) 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 (May 16, 2006) and includes any subsequent improvements to such structures.

NIER Non-Ionizing Electromagnetic Radiation.

NONCONFORMING SIGN A sign legally established prior to the effective date of this ordinance or subsequent amendment thereto, that does not conform to the sign regulations found herein.

Town of Wake Forest Unified Development Ordinance – July 19, 2022

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