EX36-21 Topsail Reef Deck Repair Exemption

November 16, 2021 Exemption Number – EX 36-21

Topsail Reef HOA
2174-2264 New River Inlet Road
North Topsail Beach, NC 28445

RE: EXEMPTED PROJECT (Statutory Exclusion) - MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF EXISTING
STRUCTURES - [G.S. 113-103(5)(B)(5) and [15A NCAC 7K.0103(a)] Renewed Former Exemption 18-21

PROJECT ADDRESS - 2174-2264 New River Inlet Road
AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN – Ocean Hazard AEC

Dear HOA Resident :

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. After making a site inspection
on June 9th, 2021, 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 and materials list submitted on June 28, 2021, 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.

MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR – [G.S. 113-103(5)(B)(5) and 15A NCAC 7K.0103(a)] - Maintenance and repairs
(excluding replacement) necessary to repair damage to structures caused by the elements are specifically excluded
from the definition of development under the conditions and in the circumstances set out in G.S. 113A-103(5)(b)(5).
Individuals required to take such measures within an AEC shall contact the local CAMA representative for
consultation and advice before beginning work.

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 market value of the existing structure and the
following specific conditions.

1. The project consists of the repair of The Oceanward Decks, as shown on the attached drawing and
materials list.
2. The proposed repairs shall be consistent with all other applicable local ordinances and North Carolina
Building Code standards.
3. No expansions or enlargements of any kind are authorized by this permit. All work must occur in the original
footprint.
4. No other work is authorized by this exemption letter.

This exemption to CAMA permit requirements does not alleviate the necessity of your obtaining any other State,
Federal or Local authorization and N.C. Building Permits. This exemption expires 90 days from the date of the letter.

Sincerely,
Curt Weychert
NC Division of Coastal Management
400 Commerce Ave.,
Morehead City, NC 28557