NTBEX_13-27_ Stevens-Grobbelaar

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NWENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
Pat McCrory Braxton C. Davis John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Director
Secretary
March 13, 2013
Exemption Number — NTBEXI3-27
Becky Stevens-Grobbelaar
PO Box 2092
Clayton, GA 30525
RE: EXEMPTED PROJECT (MINOR) EXEMPTION
Maintenance and Repair and Accessory Use / Structure - (15A NCAC 7K .0103 and .0209) — Exemption# NTBEXI3-27
3938 River Road, North Topsail Beach, NC
AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN — Ocean Hazard AEC
Dear Ms. Grobbelaar:
I have reviewed the information submitted to this office in your inquiry concerning the necessary filing of an application for a minor
development permit under the Coastal Area Management Act. Based on the information provided, I have determined that the activity
you propose is exempt from needing a minor development permit as long as it remains consistent with your site drawing dated received
by DCM on 3/13/2013, and meets the conditions specified below. If your plans should change and your project will no longer meet
these conditions, please contact me before proceeding.
ACCESSORY USE
1. The development must not disturb a land area greater than 200 square feet.
2. The development must not involve removal, damage, or destruction of threatened or endangered animal or plant species.
3. The development must not alter naturally or artificially created surface drainage channels.
4. The development must not alter the land form or vegetation of a frontal dune.
5. The development must be consistent with all applicable use standards and local land use plans in effect at the time the
exemption is granted.
6. The amount of open, uncovered decking shall not exceed 500 square feet within 60' from the First Line of Stable Natural
Vegetation (FLSNV).
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR
Structures may be repaired in a similar manner, size and location as the original structure. No expansions or additions are permissible.
The repairs are limited to 50% of the physical value of the existing structure and the following specific conditions.
(1) The project consists of repairing the ocean side deck and stair case, as shown on the attached drawing.
(2) The development must not disturb a land area of greater than 200 square feet on a slope of greater than 10
percent;
(3) The development must not involve removal, damage, or destruction of threatened or endangered animal or
plant species;
(4) The development must not alter naturally or artificially created surface drainage channels;
(5) The development must not alter the land form or vegetation of a frontal dune;
127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, NC 28405
Phone: [phone]FAX: [phone] Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net

Ms. Grobbelaar
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6) The development must not be within 30 feet of normal water level or normal high water level; and
:7) The development must be consistent with all applicable use standards and local land use plans in effect at
the time the exemption is granted.
Fhis exemption to CAMA permit requirements does not alleviate the necessity of your obtaining any other State, Federal or Local
authorization. This exemption expires 90 days from the date of the letter.
sincerely,
ason Dail, LPO
;c: DCM — WIRO
Terrie Woodle, Town of North Topsail Beach
127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, NO 28405
Phone: [phone] \ FAX: [phone] Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net