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Frank Weed noted that apparently it is necessary to submit a plan by March 15th, but the results of the study won't be ready for six to eight months; so, how do we meet the deadline? Planning Director Keating explained that by March 15th, we have to have a mechanism in place that will not allow development on the south barrier island in excess of one unit per acre and in the north island allot excess traffic capacity between the county and Town of Orchid and not exceed the capacity of the bridge. Mr. Weed believed they are assuming maximum Comprehensive Plan densities even though those densities may not come about for years. Mr. Keating confirmed that the Comprehensive Plan recognized that development will not come all at once; however, things are proceeding faster than expected. The Hutchinson Island Plan says if you are going to show those densities, you must have a plan for the improvements to be made, particularly since the federal government will not provide any money for the improvements. Mr. Weed asked about a figure for absorption of units in the county over the next years, and Mr. Keating did not know, but stated this will be addressed by the consultant in five year increments; we need this information for the basis of traffic impact fees. Dorothy Hudson, attorney for The Moorings, expressed concern about what the Commission is going to do in the interim period and wished to know if The Moorings can pull a permit. She noted that she has a lot of specific questions to ask. The Chairman did not feel the Board will take any specific action today, but believed there are three options for us to go as presented by Director Keating. Ms. Hudson noted that moratorium seems to be the most discussed option and this can be a lot of different animals. Planning Manager Keating stated that staff's recommendation would be a moratorium on approval of developments which exceed one unit per acre; they would not recommend that there be a 69 BOOK 9 NOV 21 1984 �¢�