Chappell Farm - Discrepancies in Density Calculation for CU 2193

The Hearing Notice does not match what the Application Packet presents

Council's Online Packet (737 pages) was the source of clippings below - where page numbers are noted:

https://sussexcountyde.gov/sites/default/files/packets/03.02.2021%20CC%20Paperless%20Packet%20%28Exhibit%20Books%20Separate%29.pdf

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Double Dipping of Commercial Area?

If the whole chunk of 8.53 acres of the C-3 is added to the 6.4 acres of MR to justify 156 DU/14.9 Acres (10.5 DU/Acre), it is double-dipping the C-3 area that is used for commercial use.

Sussex Code for Density Calculation

§ 115-15.1

Calculation of permitted density in all districts. [1]

[Added 12-4-2018 by Ord. No. 2618]

For purposes of calculating the permitted density or allowable density in all districts, the gross area, as defined herein, shall be divided by the applicable lot area stated in each district, unless otherwise specifically set forth therein. "Gross area" shall include the lot areas and the area of land set aside for common open space or recreational use but shall exclude any area designated as a tidal tributary stream or tidal wetlands by § 115-193.

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Editor's Note: Former § 115-15.1, Outdoor burning in Coastal Zone Area, added 12-13-1994 by Ord. No. 999, was repealed 5-13-11997 by Ord. No. 1137.