§ 2B-16. Requirements for BLT easement.  


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  • (a) Except as expressly provided in this Article, Article 3 applies to any BLT easement.
    (b) A BLT easement may only be created on a buildable lot which is:
    (1) located in the Rural Density Transfer (RDT) zone;
    (2) zoned for residential density no higher than one dwelling unit per 25 acres; and
    (3) capable of being served by an individual sewage treatment unit which meets the requirements of Chapter 27A and applicable regulations issued under that Chapter.
    (c) Notwithstanding Section 2B-7(d)(1), a BLT easement may be created on a buildable lot smaller than 50 contiguous acres.
    (d) In addition to the application process in Section 2B-7, the County may accept a gift of a BLT easement.
    (e) The County must be the grantee of each BLT easement.
    (f) Notwithstanding any other provision in this Chapter:
    (1) each BLT easement, once created, must not expire or be terminated;
    (2) land under a BLT easement must not be subdivided or used for any residential, commercial, or industrial purpose unless the BLT easement expressly allows that subdivision or use; and
    (3) land under a BLT easement may contain non-residential accessory agricultural uses and structures, subject to the terms of each easement. (, § 1.)