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HomeMy WebLinkAbout05-13B TaylorBeverly Eaves Perdue Governor T0: FROM: COPY TO: SUBJECT DATE: AGOAA F€B!49 2909 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Re Qh(0i0 Qfy gQM Division of Coastal Management James H. Gregson Dee Freeman Director Secretary MEMORANDUM M. Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director Kimberly Hedrick, Compliance and Enforcement Representative Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, Terry Moore, District Manager, David Moye, Express Permit Coordinator, Mike Thomas, Field Representative Ms. Judy W. Taylor's proposed civil penalty regarding NOV No. 05-13B February 17, 2009 David Moye issued Notice of Violation No. 05-13B to Ms. Judy W. Taylor dated 16 August 2005 for the unauthorized construction of 15-feet of wooden bulkhead onsite her property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek, a tributary of the Pamlico River, in Kilby Island Subdivision near the town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The unauthorized installation of the bulkhead on Ms. Taylor's property was done in 2005 by contractor, George Linton. David Moye's 2005 field notes indicate the following sequence of events regarding this case. On 09 August 2005, Mr. Moye met with Mr. Linton onsite Jimmy Hicks' property, the riparian neighbor to Ms. Taylor, and issued General Permit No. 38796B for the construction of 20-feet of bulkhead on Mr. Hicks' property. On 15 August 2005, Mr. Linton contacted Mr. Moye to let him know he installed 15-feet of bulkhead on Mr. Hicks' neighbor's property, Ms. Judy Taylor. Mr. Linton explained that he didn't think he (Mr. Moye) would mind since a hurricane was sitting offshore. Mr. Moye explained to Mr. Linton that both he and the property owner would be issued a Notice of Violation for the unauthorized work. D. Moye contacted Ms. Taylor on 16 August 2005 to discuss the violation. During this conversation, Ms. Taylor told Mr. Moye that it was her fault and she would pay the fine. Mr. Linton's violation case was closed; however, an assessment letter for Ms. Taylor's case was never issued to her in 2005. During investigation of open cases in my district, I discovered that an assessment letter was never sent to Ms. Taylor for the aforementioned violation. Therefore, in an attempt to close this case, I contacted Ms. Taylor on 28 January 2009 to discuss the issuance of an assessment letter, and she could not recall receiving a violation or anything about the case. I prepared the assessment letter dated 04 February 2009 that was received via certified mail by Ms. Taylor on 07 February 2008 and I included a copy of NOV No. 05-13B in the mailing. We received correspondence from Ms. Taylor dated 08 February 2009 requesting reconsideration of the penalty (see attached). 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC 27889 Phone: 252-946-Ml \ FAX: 252-948-0478 Internet: www.nccoastaimanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Atfin #ve Action Employer Nimally neCarolina .v 403 Circle Dr. Burlington, NC February 8, 2009 Division of Coastal Management Terry E. Moore District Manager Re: CAMA Violation # 05-13B 380 Queen Anne Drive Bath, North Carolina Dear Mr. Moore, Today I received a Notice of Violation dated 16 August 2005 for unauthorized construction of a 15. foot long bulkhead at the above listed property. I.have a recollection of George Linton, who did the construction, telling me that he would obtain the permit. I am aware of the necessity of obtaining a permit and would certainly not knowingly violate this code. I'would respectively request a reconsideration of the fine due to the fact that I was unaware of the: violation• and the delay in notification. I appreciate any consideration you can give to this matter. Regards, (336) 227-9081 GU, dy W. Wylor DCM ENFORCEMENT REQUEST (USE WHEN INJUNCTION OR FORMAL ASSESSMENT REQUESTED) CAMA CASE #05-13B ��FaIVE Type of action requested: PENALTY 1 1111 1. Consultant or LPO & Locality: David W. Moye - Washington Regional Office JUL l 3 2009 V 2. Violator's Name: Judy W. Taylor MOreheaa City DCM Mailing Address: 403 Circle Drive, Burlington, NC 27215 Home Phone: 336-227-9081 3. Project Location (County, State Road, Waterbody, etc.): Beaufort, 380 Queen Anne Drive, off SR 1774 on Kilby Island, on Mixon Creek off the Pamlico River 4. Owner's Name, Address, Phone # [if different]: N/A 5. Attach Copy of Deed. ❑ Attachments 6. Type of Violation: MAJOR Program: CAMA If CAMA Major, list other required permits, etc. If Permit Condition, give Permit # and attach copy. ❑ Attachments Work required a General Permit under 7H.1200 which includes pre -approved authorization from the US Army Corps of Engineers - Section 10 Waters, and the Division of Water Quality - 401 approval under a General Certification. 7. Describe nature of development under G.S. 113-A-103(5) or of unauthorized activity under permit: Constructed ±15' of wooden bulkhead, new work, 2' waterward of the existing bulkhead. 8. Area(s) of Environmental Concern Involved: (A) 1. Public Trust Area 2. PTS 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A PTA Sq. Ft.: 30 Filled Dimensions: Width:2' x Length:15' x Depth:N/A N/A Sq. Ft.: N/A Dimensions: Width: x Length: x Depth: N/A Sq. Ft.: N/A Dimensions: Width: x Length: x Depth: A. Additional Inforrnation:Applicant was never assessed a penalty until Kim Hedrick reviewed the file in 2009, and as per directive from Roy Brownlow, sent a $200 assessment letter to Mrs. Taylor on 4 February 2009. 2- (B) Coastal Wetlands 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A 7. N/A 8. N/A 9. N/A 10. N/A Other: N/A Wind or Lunar Tides: N/A Flooded: N/A (B) Estuarine Waters: [sq. ft.] Excavated Filled _ Primary Nursery Area? YES OR NO Restored (C) Public Trust Area: [sq. ft.] Excavated Filled 30 Restored Primary Nursery Area? No (D) Estuarine Shoreline: [sq. ft.] Excavated Filled Restored (E) Coastal Wetlands/Marsh: [sq. ft.] Excavated Filled Restored (F) Ocean Hazard: Sq. Ft. Impacted: 9. Details of how DCM first learned of violation: JUL 1 3 2009 Morenead City DCM Other Other Other Other Received a phone call from the contractor, George Linton on 15 August 2005 telling me he had installed the 15' of bulkhead when he installed the replacement bulkhead authorized on the adjoining property. 10. Details of first DCM inspection: Onsite 9 August 2009 to issue a GP to the adjoining property owner. 11. Attach copy of Notice of Violation and Postal Receipt Card or Sheriffs Return. [Same if a Continuing Notice of Violation.] ❑ Attachments 12. Restoration Required? NO [If Yes, attach copy of Restoration Request and give restoration deadline if different from one in Request and explain.] ❑ Attachments 3- NIA 13. Date DCM determined restoration was complete and accepted (if applicable): N/A 14. Would the project have been allowed had a Permit been applied for? YES [If NO, cite the provisions in the CAMA, Dredge and Fill Law, CRC's Rules, Local Land Use Plan;,etc;;,which'�would have been violated]. NIA 15. Recommended penalty amount? $200.00 Cite the specific Rule of the CRC in 7J.0409 and explain why the penalty should be assessed under it. [If the violation was willful and intentional or continuing, describe the base penalty here and then any increased or additional penalty below.] 7J.0409(f)(4)9A) - pre -Feb. 1, 2008 rule applies 16, If the violator was a contractor, attach copies of the previous Notices of Violation showing development in the same AECs and payment of any penalties. ❑ Attachments [See 710409(f)(4)(G) and explain what the daily amount should be based on the CRC's rules.] N/A 17. If the violation was willful, describe why, pursuant to 7J.0409(f)(4)(E) or (5)(E), and attach any supporting documents. ❑ Attachments N/A 18. If daily penalties are recommended, give the dates on which they should begin and end under 710409(f)(4)(G) and explain what the daily amount should be based on the CRC's rules. N/A 19. Are there any reasons for increasing or decreasing the penalties or for remitting them under the CRC's rules? YES, through my mistake, an assessment was not sent to Mrs. Taylor for 3 1/2 years. At this point, I would reccomend that the assessment be remitted to zero and the case closed. 20. Provide any other information or attach any other documents which will help the Attorney General's office or the Director to understand the violation. ❑ Attachments N/A NOTE: If this form is not appropriate for a particular violation, write a narrative Enforcement Request, or, supplement this form as necessary. -4- NOTE: All Enforcement Requests should be sent to the Attorney General's Office within six (6) months of when the violation was discovered if no restoration was required, or, when the restoration was completed. If an injunction was requested, supplement the Injunction Request within six (6) months of the date the restoration was complete. SUBMITTED BY: David W. Moye JUL 1 3 10Ci9 TITLE: Epress Permit Coordinator DATE: 8 July 2009 Morehead City DCM DATE REVIEWED BY DISTRICT MANAGER: DATE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR REVIEWED: -5- NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Beverly Eaves Perdue James H. Gregson Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary MEMORANDUM D7132009 ]EMED TO: M. Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director AA�� FROM: Kimberly Hedrick, Compliance and Enforcement RepresentatMorehea(j City I)CM COPY TO: Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, Terry Moore, District Manager, David Moye, Express Permit Coordinator, Mike Thomas, Field Representative SUBJECT: Ms. Judy W. Taylor's proposed civil penalty regarding NOV No. 05-13B DATE: February 17, 2009 David Moye issued Notice of Violation No. 05-13B to Ms. Judy W. Taylor dated 16 August 2005 for the unauthorized construction of 15-feet of wooden bulkhead onsite her property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek, a tributary of the Pamlico River, in Kilby Island Subdivision near the town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The unauthorized installation of the bulkhead on Ms. Taylor's property was done in 2005 by contractor, George Linton. David Moye's 2005 field notes indicate the following sequence of events regarding this case. On 09 August 2005, Mr. Moye met with Mr. Linton onsite Jimmy Hicks' property, the riparian neighbor to Ms. Taylor, and issued General Permit No. 38796B for the construction of 20-feet of bulkhead on Mr. Hicks' property. On 15 August 2005, Mr. Linton contacted Mr. Moye to let him know he installed 15-feet of bulkhead on Mr. Hicks' neighbor's property, Ms. Judy Taylor. Mr. Linton explained that he didn't think he (Mr. Moye) would mind since a hurricane was sifting offshore. Mr. Moye explained to Mr. Linton that both he and the property owner would be issued a Notice of Violation for the unauthorized work. D. Moye contacted Ms. Taylor on 16 August 2005 to discuss the violation. During this conversation, Ms. Taylor told Mr. Moye that it was her fault and she would pay the fine. Mr. Linton's violation case was closed; however, an assessment letter for Ms. Taylor's case was never issued to her in 2005. During investigation of open cases in my district, I discovered that an assessment letter was never sent to Ms. Taylor for the aforementioned violation. Therefore, in an attempt to close this case, I contacted Ms. Taylor on 28 January 2009 to discuss the issuance of an assessment letter, and she could not recall receiving a violation or anything about the case. I prepared the assessment letter dated 04 February 2009 that was received via certified mail by Ms. Taylor on 07 February 2008 and I included a copy of NOV No. 05-13B in the mailing. We received correspondence from Ms. Taylor dated 08 February 2009 requesting reconsideration of the penalty (see attached). 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC 27889 Phone: 252-946-64811 FAX: 252-948-0478 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer NorthCarohna Natmally 403 Circle Dr. Burlington, NC February 8, 2009 Division of Coastal Management Terry E. Moore District Manager Re: CAMA Violation # 05-13B 380 Queen Anne Drive Bath, North Carolina Dear Mr. Moore, JUL l 3 2UU9 Wrenead City DCM Today I received a Notice of Violation dated 16 August 2005 for unauthorized construction of a 15 foot long bulkhead at the above listed property. I have a recollection of George Linton, who did the construction, telling me that he would obtain the permit. I am aware of the necessity of obtaining a permit and would certainly not knowingly violate this code. I would respectively request a reconsideration of the frte due to the fact that I was unaware of the violation and the delay in notification. I appreciate any consideration you can give to this matter. Regards, dy W. for (336) 227-9081 DCM ENFORCEMENT TRACKING RE `_' Issuer �� �T Vft �`N Field Rep. CNJ MOV0 ® Violation Base No. �) - I LPON IN�orsA CjUF r 1009 Violated Permit (if of Violation Description Was activity permittablex Initial Discovery Date I5 Au6 2-cRrw Discovery Method rec\e oa( m L Violation Description Car�S� cA arJ r N Y DCA4 Respondent Information Prior Violations in same AEC: Yes No Respondent Name(s) .Tk Qy w Ta��or (Landowner/Agent/Contractor) Address liyJ C rc`R, City t �`^ StateNS Zip a7ci11 NJI Phone # �b ' �1 ' 9 0`i Fax # N I A Email N i Violation Type: No Permit ❑ Permit Condition Expired Permit Inconsistent w/ Rules Project Type: Private/Community ❑ GovtJPubiic ❑ Commercial Authorizations Required: Site Visits ResponWent L; Pn+'srse Major CAMA -- S 4 S Minor _. D&F General usVisits Respondent Present Violation Location and Site Description Rover File �Project Location: County GA - Shoreline Length p Street Address/ State Road/ Lot #(s) .3`a0 `�Y`"_�^� SAV: Notsure Yes QD �t.,s.s.a Sandbags: Not Sure Vas —_ PNA: ® No Adiacem Subdivision—t—n",. ZS�a� ORW: Yes � Adjacent ,\ t��Yt� ZIP a-)'iVV' City Crit. Hab. Yes No 1 Phone # (_) River Basin VbLr • a44LM Photos ® No Adj. Wtr. Body Moos, CseAC /man /unknl Waiver Required Yes rQM\�� (�\� �C In DWQ Buffer Area ® No Closest Maj. Wtr. Body \ Restoration 5 Date Extarrsiat Granted Yes NO NOV Date Initial Req. Comp. ...---__ Restoration Letter CNOV Date Date Comp. Observed Ameptum 0M Penalty Assessment I rz;— Sent to Respondent Date y6 ._�� Revd. by Dist Mgr. Date .-- Assessment Extended Yes No 61` ; v 1tMt1' { 71.040g Ref. Recomm. Assess. DCM Assess. - AppJPermit Fee ti A $ $ Penalty $ OD $ Willfulllntent. $ $ Continuing i $ - $ Other-- — — --- $ — $ Total 0 0 ate.- --- - -- 'RB J /6-e64- Formal,Assessments, Appeals and Reductions Date Long Form Submitted Assessment Appealed Yes No Date Formal CPA Submitted El Penalty modified Final Assessment S-Date _ Attorney General's Office for Injunction or Formal Collection Date sent to AG ___—__.__ ❑ Respondent not responsive to penalty/NOV ❑ Injunction to complete restoration Date Collection Let. Sent Date Demand Let. Sent Violation Activities and Impacts AECs Affected: Wetlands Impacted? Yes /®o If yes, which types: CW EW PTA ES PTS OEA HHF IH UBA N/A SA DS Cl SY JR LS TY PWS: FC: SS SC SP 404 Other. � Restoration Required by the Respondent Yes / (IN) NOTES: Vn. a No'-9 i ss','-� ov, .1l k %-J6 lQgp Qc a c".r %k, F' Closing Payment Received $ Dace Date Case Closed ■ Complete Items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete Item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired. ■ Print your name and address on the reverse so that we can return the card to you. ■ Attach this card to the back of the mailplece, or on the front if space permits. 1. Article Addressed to: MR. JUDY W. TAYLOR 403 CIRCLE DRIVE BURLINGTON NC 27215 B. ved by ( ted Name) r C. Pall of Delivery D. Is delivery address different from Item 1' ❑ Yes If YES, enter delivery address below. ❑ No 3. OKCertffled Mall ❑ Express Mall ❑ Registered ❑ Return Receipt for Merchandise ❑ Insured Mall ❑ C.O.D. 4. Restricted Delivery? (Extra Feel ❑ Yes z. Ank (TM 7007 3020 0001 8861 8988 R� Ps Form 3811, February 2004 Domestic Return Receipt MWWR JUL 1 3 2009 Morehead City DCM AXi NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Beverly Eaves Perdue James H. Gregson Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary 04 February 2009 CERTIFIED MAIL 70073020000188618988 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Ms. Judy W. Taylor 403 Circle Drive Burlington, NC 27215 RE: CAMA VIOLATION #05-13B Dear Mrs. Taylor: This letter is in reference to the Notice of Violation dated 16 August 2005 that David Moye, Express Permit Coordinator for the Division of Coastal Management, issued to you for the unauthorized construction of a 15-foot long wooden bulkhead. This occurred on your property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek, which connects into the Pamlico River, near the Town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The violation involved Public Trust Area and Public Trust Shoreline of Mixon Creek, which are Areas of Environmental Concern designated by the Coastal Resources Commission. Based upon the site visit conducted on 09 August 2005 by David Moye, the "Development' that you have undertaken without the proper permit(s) is consistent with the North Carolina Administrative Code, Title 15A, Subchapter 07H, Sections .0208, State Guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern. Therefore, no restoration was required in the notice of violation for the unauthorized development. The Coastal Area Management Act provides that a civil assessment of up to $2,500 may be assessed for any violation occurring prior to February 1, 2008. It is the policy of the Coastal Resources Commission to assess a civil penalty for all violations in order to recover some of the costs of investigating violations and/or to compensate the public for any damage to its natural resources. Under the rules of the Coastal Resources Commission prior to February 1, 2008, a proposed civil penalty in the amount of $200 is appropriate for this violation. You may expeditiously resolve this matter prior to the assessment of a formal civil penalty by accepting responsibility for the violation and paying the amount proposed above. 943 Washington Square Mall Phone: 252-946-6481 Washington, NC 27889 FAX 252-948-4708 Intemetw .nccoastalmanagement.net One NorthCarolina An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Acdon Employer —50%Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper Nat rrKLLp Mrs. Judy Taylor 04 February, 2009 In order to do this, you must: (1) sign one of the attached copies of an "Agreement to Pay Civil Assessment;" (2) attach a check or money order for $200 made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR); and, (3) return the signed agreement and payment to this office in the enclosed, self-addressed envelope within ten (10) days of your receipt of this letter. Upon deposit of your check in the Department's account, you will receive a Notice of Compliance officially closing this enforcement action. If you do not send a signed agreement and payment to this office within ten (10) days, the Director of the Division of Coastal Management will formally assess a civil penalty against you. You will then have the opportunity to request a hearing on the penalty or request remission of the penalty. Thank you for your time and cooperation in resolving this important matter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (252) 948-3851. Sincerely, Z2;,EA*V� Terry E. Moore District Manager Division of Coastal Management (DCM) Enclosure Cc: M. Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director, DCM Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, DCM Kimberly Hedrick, Compliance and Enforcement Representative, DCM Mike Thomas, Field Representative, DCM Page 2 of 3 Mrs. Judy Taylor 04 February, 2009 CAMA VIOLATION #06-20B AGREEMENT TO PAY PROPOSED CIVIL ASSESSMENT I understand that the staff of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources will propose the assessment of a civil penalty in the amount of $200 against me, as contractor; for violation of the Coastal Area Management Act, NCGS 113A-100 et sec, committed on or near the property of Mr. Mike Cavender located at 106 Osprey Bay in Pamlico Plantation Subdivision, adjacent to Broad Creek, near the City of Washington, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. In order to resolve this matter with no further action or expense on my part, I accept responsibility for the violation as described in the Notice of Violation letter dated 19 June 2006, and agree to pay the proposed civil assessment of $200. PJUL 13 2009 DATE Page 3 of 3 Morehead City DCM SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary NOTICE OF VIOLATION 16 August 2005 CERTIFIED MAIL 700E E110 0002 0605 8907 prjo!!s 1;<�J�R RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED u jjff Mrs. Judy K Taylor 2009 T 403 Circle Drive Burlington, North Carolina 27215 I�r t's,, ,:'° ' 01Y UUM RE: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REQUEST TO CEASE UNAUTHORIZED DEVELOPMENT CAMA VIOLATION #05-13B Dear Mrs. Taylor This letter confirms that on 9 August 2005, 1 met your contractor George Linton onsite your property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek which connects into the Pamlico River located near the Town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The purpose of the visit was to discuss permit requirements for the bulkhead construction on your property adjacent Mixon Creek. This letter also confirms our 16 August 2005 telephone conversation. Information gathered by me for the Division of Coastal Management indicates that you have undertaken major development in violation of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). No person may undertake major development in a designated Area of Environmental Concern (AEC) without first obtaining a permit from the Noah Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This requirement is imposed by Noah Carolina General Statute (N.C.G.S.) 11 3A-1 18. 1 have information that indicates you have undertaken or are legally responsible for the construction of ±15' of wooden bulkhead on the aforementioned property. This activity took place within the Public Trust Area and the Coastal Shoreline that is contiguous with Mixon Creek. Public Trust Areas and Coastal Shoreline areas are designated as Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC). No permit was issued to you for work in these areas. Based on these findings, I am initiating an enforcement action by issuing this Notice of Violation for violation of the Coastal Area Management Act. I request that you immediately CEASE AND DESIST any further unauthorized activities within designated Areas of Environmental Concern. A civil assessment of up to $2,500 may be assessed against any violator. Each day that the development described in this notice is continued or repeated may constitute a separate violation that is subject to an additional assessment of up to $2,500, An injunction or criminal penalty may also be sought to enforce any violation (N.C.G.S. 11 3A-126). 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phone: 252-946-6481 \ FAX: 252-975-3716 \ Internet www.nccoastalmanaaementnet Judy W. Taylor 05.13E 16 August 2005 Page 2 of 2 It is the policy of the Coastal Resources Commission to levy a minimum civil assessment of $200 not to exceed $2,500 against all violations. This is done to recoup some of the costs of investigating violations and/or to compensate the public for any damage to its natural resources. Whether a higher amount will be assessed depends on several factors, including the nature and area of the resources that were affected and'the:extent of the damage to them. Based upon review of the Coastal Area Management Act, Coastal Resource Commission's rules, and the local jurisdiction's Land Use Plan, the activity you have undertaken appears consistent with the guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern.Therefore, restoration of the impacted area is not requested at this time. However, please be advised that upon request, you must be able to provide us proof that you have given your adjacent riparian property owner(s) notice of this unauthorized development and provided them the opportunity to comment to the Division of Coastal Management. Should you be requested to provide this documentation, you must provide confirmation that a written statement has been obtained, signed by the adjacent riparian property owners, indicating that they have no objection to the completed work; or you must provide confirmation that the adjacent riparian property owners have been notified by certified mail of the completed work. This notice shall instruct adjacent property owners to provide any comments on the completed development in writing to this Division within ten (10) days of receipt of the notice and shall indicate. that no response from them will be interpreted as not having any objection. Thank you for your time and cooperation in resolving this important matter. If you have any questions about.this or related matters, please call me at (252) 948-3852. Upon my submission of an enforcement report to the District Manager, you will be notified as to the amount of a civil assessment for undertaking development without first obtaining the proper permit(s). The relevant statutes and regulations are available from this office, and I am willing to assist you in complying with the requirements of these laws. A site inspection will be made in the near future to determine whether this REQUEST TO CEASE AND DESIST has been complied with. I request that you contact me immediately about these important matters. Sincerely, Q �� �qt-- David W. Moye Express Permit Coordinator c, Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director, DCM Terry Moore, District Manager, DCM Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, DCM Raleigh Bland, US Army Corps of Engineers 943 Washington Square Mail, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phnna• 7FM CIM-RAR1 \ FAX• 9F7-A7F-771R \ Intamat' www nrrnactalmnnanampnt not LTMA NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Division of Coastal Management Beverly Eaves Perdue James H. Gregson Governor Director MEMORANDUM TO: M. Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director Natural Resources FROM: Kimberly Hedrick, Compliance and Enforcement Representative Dee Freeman Secretary COPY TO: Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, Terry Moore, District Manager, David Moye, Express Permit Coordinator, Mike Thomas, Field Representative SUBJECT: Ms. Judy W. Taylor's proposed civil penalty regarding NOV No. 05-13B DATE: February 17, 2009 David Moye issued Notice of Violation No. 05-13B to Ms. Judy W. Taylor dated 16 August 2005 for the unauthorized construction of 15-feet of wooden bulkhead onsite her property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek, a tributary of, the Pamlico River, in Kilby Island Subdivision near the town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The unauthorized installation of the bulkhead on Ms. Taylor's property was done in 2005 by contractor, George Linton. David Moye's 2005 field notes indicate the following sequence of events regarding this case. On 09 August 2005, Mr. Moye met with Mr. Linton onsite Jimmy Hicks' property, the riparian neighbor to Ms. Taylor, and issued General Permit No. 38796B for the construction of 20-feet of bulkhead on Mr. Hicks' property. On 15 August 2005, Mr. Linton contacted Mr. Moye to let him know he installed 15-feet of bulkhead on Mr. Hicks' neighbor's property, Ms. Judy Taylor. Mr. Linton explained that he didn't think he (Mr. Moye) would mind since a hurricane was sitting offshore. Mr. Moye explained to Mr. Linton that both he and the property owner would be issued a Notice of Violation for the unauthorized work. D. Moye contacted Ms. Taylor on 16 August 2005 to discuss the violation. During this conversation, Ms. Taylor told Mr. Moye that it was her fault and she would pay the fine. Mr. Linton's violation case was closed; however, an assessment letter for Ms. Taylor's case was never issued to her in 2005. During investigation of open cases in my district, I discovered that an assessment letter was never sent to Ms. Taylor for the aforementioned violation. Therefore, in an attempt to close this case, I contacted Ms. Taylor on 28 January 2009 to discuss the issuance of an assessment letter, and she could not recall receiving a violation or anything about the case. I prepared the assessment letter dated 04 February 2009 that was received via certified mail by Ms. Taylor on 07 February 2008 and I included a copy of NOV No. 05-13B in the mailing. We received correspondence from Ms. Taylor dated 08 February 2009 requesting reconsideration of the penalty (see attached). 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, NC 27889 Phone: 252-946-64811 FAX: 252-948-0478 Internet: www.nCCDastaimanagement.net An Equal Opporlunily \ Affirmative Adon Employer One NorthCarolina NaturallY 403 Circle Dr. Burlington, NC February 8, 2009 Division of Coastal Management Terry E. Moore District Manager Re: CAMA Violation # 05-13B 380 Queen Anne Drive Bath, North Carolina Dear Mr. Moore, Today I received a Notice of Violation dated 16 August 2005 for unauthorized construction of a 15 foot long bulkhead at the above listed property. Lhave a recollection of George Linton, who did the construction, telling me that he would obtain the permit. I am aware of the necessity of obtaining a permit and would certainly not knowingly violate this code. I.wot ld respectively request a reconsideration of the fine due to the fact that I was unaware of the violation and the delay n notification. I appreciate any consideration you can give to this matter. Regards, dy W. Wylor (336) 227-9081 in ENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Division of Coastal Management D FE6 � 2099 Resources Morehead City DCM Beverly Eaves Perdue James H. Gregson Dee Freeman Governor Director Secretary 04 February 2009 CERTIFIED MAIL 70073020000188618988 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Ms. Judy W. Taylor 403 Circle Drive Burlington, NC 27215 RE CAMA VIOLATION #05-13B Dear Mrs. Taylor: This letter is in reference to the Notice of Violation dated 16 August 2005 that David Moye, Express Permit Coordinator for the Division of Coastal Management, issued to you for the unauthorized construction of a 15-foot long wooden bulkhead. This occurred on your property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek, which connects into the Pamlico River, near the Town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The violation involved Public Trust Area and Public Trust Shoreline of Mixon Creek, which are Areas of Environmental Concern designated by the Coastal Resources Commission. Based upon the site visit conducted on 09 August 2005 by David Moye, the "Development" that you have undertaken without the proper permit(s) is consistent with the North Carolina Administrative Code, Title 15A, Subchapter 07H, Sections .0208, State Guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern. Therefore, no restoration was required in the notice of violation for the unauthorized development. The Coastal Area Management Act provides that a civil assessment of up to $2,500 may be assessed for any violation occurring prior to February 1, 2008. It is the policy of the Coastal Resources Commission to assess a civil penalty for all violations in order to recover some of the costs of investigating violations and/or to compensate the public for any damage to its natural resources. Under the rules of the Coastal Resources Commission prior to February 1, 2008, a proposed civil penalty in the amount of $200 is appropriate for this violation. You may expeditiously resolve this matter prior to the assessment of a formal civil penalty by accepting responsibility for the violation and paying the amount proposed above. 943 Washington Square Mall Phone: 252-946-6481 Washington, NC 27889 FAX 252-948-4708 Internet .nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity/ABirmative Action Employer— 50% Recycled/10% Post Consumer Paper Ne Carolina One Mrs.- Judy'Taylor 04 February, 2009. , ' In order to do this, you must: (1) sign one of the attached copies of an "Agreement to Pay Civil Assessment;" (2) attach a check or money order for $200 made payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR); and, (3) return the signed agreement and payment to this office in the enclosed, self-addressed envelope within ten (10) days of your receipt of this letter. Upon deposit of your check in the Department's account, you will receive a Notice of Compliance officially closing this enforcement action. If you do not send a signed agreement and payment to this office within ten (10) days, the Director of the Division of Coastal Management will formally assess a civil penalty against you. You will then have the opportunity to request a hearing on the penalty or request remission of the penalty. Thank you for your time and cooperation in resolving this important matter. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (252) 948-3851. Sincerely, Z4)EAOVi Terry E. Moore District Manager Division of Coastal Management (DCM) Enclosure Cc: M. Ted Tyndall, AssistanfDirector, DCM Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, DCM Kimberly Hedrick, Compliance and Enforcement Representative, DCM Mike Thomas, Field Representative, DCM Page 2 of 3 r Mrs. Judy Taylor 04 February, 2009 CAMA VIOLATION #06.20B AGREEMENT TO PAY PROPOSED CIVIL ASSESSMENT I understand that the staff of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources will propose the assessment of a civil penalty in the amount of $200 against me, as contractor, for violation of the Coastal Area Management Act, NCGS 113A-100 et sec, committed on or near the property of Mr. Mike Cavender located at 106 Osprey Bay in Pamlico Plantation Subdivision, adjacent to Broad Creek, near the City of Washington, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. In order to resolve this matter with no further action or expense on my part, I accept responsibility for the violation as described in the Notice of Violation letter dated 19 June 2006, and agree to pay the proposed civil assessment of $200. DATE Page 3 of 3 SIGNATURE ADDRESS TELEPHONE NUMBER AG'ID NCDENR FEB 5 2009 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural R, s Division of Coastal Management 41®ad city ocm Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary NOTICE OF VIOLATION 16 August 2005 CERTIFIED MAIL 7003 3110 0002 0605 8907 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mrs. Judy W. Taylor 403 Circle Drive Burlington, North Carolina 27215 RE: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REQUEST TO CEASE UNAUTHORIZED DEVELOPMENT CAMA VIOLATION#05.13B Dear Mrs. Taylor This letter confirms that on 9 August 2005,1 met your contractor George Linton onsite your property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek which connects into the Pamlico River located near the Town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The purpose of the visit was to discuss permit requirements for the bulkhead construction on your property adjacent Mixon Creek, This letter also confirms our 16 August 2005 telephone conversation. information gathered by me for the Division of Coastal Management indicates that you have undertaken major development in violation of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). No person may undertake major development in a designated Area of Environmental Concern (AEC) without first obtaining a permit from the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This requirement is imposed by North Carolina General Statute (N.C.G.S.)113A-118. I have information that indicates you have undertaken or are legally responsible for the construction of *15' of wooden bulkhead on the aforementioned property. This activity took place within the Public Trust Area and the Coastal Shoreline that is contiguous with Mixon Creek. Public Trust Areas and Coastal Shoreline areas are designated as Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC). No permit was issued to you for work in these areas. Based on these findings, I am initiating an enforcement action by issuing this Notice of Violation for violation of the Coastal Area Management Act. I request that you immediately CEASE AND DESIST any further unauthorized activities within designated Areas of Environmental Concern. A civil assessment of up to $2,500 may be assessed against any violator, Each day that the development described in this notice is continued or repeated may constitute a separate violation that is subject to an additional assessment of up to $2,500. An injunction or criminal penalty may also be sought to enforce any violation (N,C.G.S.113A-126). 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phone: 252-946-64811FAX: 252-975.3716\Internet: www.nccoastalmanaaementnet Judy W.Taylor 16 August 2005 Page 2 of 2 05.13B It is the policy of the Coastal Resources Commission to levy a minimum civil assessment of $200 not to exceed $2,500 against all violations. This is done to recoup some of the costs of investigating violations and/or to compensate the public for any damage to its natural resources. Whether a higher amount will be assessed depends on several factors, including the nature and area of the resources that were affected and the extent of the damage to, them. Based upon review of the Coastal Area Management Act, Coastal Resource Commission's rules, and the local jurisdiction's Land Use Plan, the activity you have undertaken appears consistent with the guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern. Therefore, restoration of the impacted area is not requested at this time. However, please be advised that upon request, you must be able to provide us proof that you have given your adjacent riparian property owner(s) notice of this unauthorized development and provided them the opportunity to comment to the Division of Coastal Management. Should you be requested to provide this documentation, you must provide confirmation that a written statement has been obtained, signed by the adjacent riparian property owners, indicating that they have no objection to the completed work; or you must provide confirmation that the adjacent riparian property owners have been notified by certified mail of the completed work. This notice shall instruct adjacent property owners to provide any comments on the completed development in writing to this Division within ten (10) days of receipt of the notice and shall indicate, that no response from them will be interpreted as not having any objection. Thank you for your time and cooperation in resolving this important matter. If you have any questions about this or related matters, please call me at (252) 948-3852, Upon my submission of an enforcement report to the District Manager, you will be notified as to the amount of a civil assessment for undertaking development without first obtaining the proper permit(s), The relevant statutes and regulations are available from this office, and I am willing to assist you in complying with the requirements of these laws. A site inspection will be made in the near future to determine whether this REQUEST TO CEASE AND DESIST has been complied with, I request that you contact me immediately about these important matters. Sincerely, David W. Moye Express Permit Coordinator a Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director, DCM Terry Moore, District Manager, DCM Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, DCM Raleigh Bland, US Army Corps of Engineers 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phnno• 7R7-QAA.AAR1 \ FAX• 7F247F-171R \ Intornat, www nrrnaatn1mananamant not !Q DCM ENFORCEMENT TRACKING R RT Issuer FEB 5 2009 '1 Field Rep. esiow �V MOVE ® Violation Base No. LPo N I P o Uftffefid City 0CM LPJ d¢LW\:r� Ci1. Violated Permit No. N i N (I applicable) Violation Description Was activity permittable Y / No ' Initial Discovery Date W Mil Zl Q 5 Discovery Method Violation Description ! %Sl A V. Respondent Information Prior Violations in same AEC: Yes No RespondentName(s) T�^CYN w (Landowner/Agent/Contractor) Address 40) C- rAQ- 11tiVF City t" �^ State NC Zipadl5 Phone # � b ' 1 ' 0� 1 Fax # NIA -- Email N I w - - Violation Type: No Permit 1 Permit Condition [.j Expired Permit Inconsistent w/ Rules Project Type: PrivatelCommunity GovtJPublic Commercial Authorizations Required: Site Visits Respondent Present Major X, CAMA ❑ WS � ! Minor ._ D&F — ❑ General — Site Visits Respondent Present Violation Location and Site Description Project Location: County �GU�eR Rover File Shoreline Length j r Street Address/ State Road/ Lot SAV: Not Sure Yes GD b"-.A sandbags: NotSure Yes \\ PNA: ® No Adjacent Subdivision ra �S\wr. ORW' Yes ®a7 Adjerenc ,,\\ o����� City �0.]� ZIP t� t River Basin 1T C- - Crit. Hab. Yes Photos ® No No Phone # (_) NINON /man Iunkn) Waiver Required Yes Adj. Wtr. Body - �ff.�te.,� era ���' In DWQ Buffer Area ® No Closest Maj. Win Body Restoration I � / O � Comp. Date Extension Granted Yes No NOV Date Initial Req. .._ Restoration Letter CNOV Date Date Comp. Observed .___—_..__. Acceptance Date Penalty Assessment�rC�Feb1`dblw�c�,pkts' Sent to Respondent DateQ� APP�ermit Fee Penalty Rcvd. by Dist. Mgr. Date ._.._—.....__._ _ Assessment Extended Yes No Willful/Intent. Continuing Other 7J.0409 Rell. )CA Recomm. Assess. Do DCM Assess. (� (`Q to $ OQ IDD $ S S i S S Total Formal Assessments, Appeals and Reductions Date Long Form Submitted Assessment Appealed Yes No Date Formal CPA Submitted ❑ Penalty muddied Final Assessment S Date Attorney General's Office for Injunction or Formal Collection Date sent to AG 0 Respondent not responsive to penalty/NOV ❑ Injunction to complete restoration Date Collection Let. Sent Date Demand Let. Violation Activities and Impacts AECs Affected: Wetlands Impacted? Yes IS If yes, which types: CW EW PTA ES PTS OEA HHF IH UBA N/A SA DS C1 SY 1R LS TY SS SC SP 404 PWS: FC: Restoration Required by the Respondent Yes / 'o NOTES: Closing Payment Received S Date Date Case Closed Jab-Lowana _,Ted +fERonda � Ro Y+ — y NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary ttt+++ NOTICE OF VIOLATION,,, 16 August 2005 CERTIFIED MAIL 7003 3110 0002 0605 8907 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED MOreh;;ad My Mrs. Judy W, Taylor 403 Circle Drive Burlington, North Carolina 27215 RE: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REQUEST TO CEASE UNAUTHORIZED DEVELOPMENT CAMA VIOLATION #05-13B Dear Mrs. Taylor: This letter confirms that on 9 August 2005,1 met your contractor George Linton onsite your property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek which connects into the Pamlico River located near the Town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The purpose of the visit was to discuss permit requirements for the bulkhead construction on your property adjacent Mixon Creek. This letter also confirms our 16 August 2005 telephone conversation. Information gathered by me for the Division of Coastal Management indicates that you have undertaken major development in violation of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). No person may undertake major development in a designated Area of Environmental Concern (AEC) without first obtaining a permit from the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This requirement is imposed by North Carolina General Statute (N.C.G.S.)113A-118. I have information that indicates you have undertaken or are legally responsible for the construction of ±15' of wooden bulkhead on the aforementioned property. This activity took place within the Public Trust Area and the Coastal Shoreline that is contiguous with Mixon Creek, Public Trust Areas and Coastal Shoreline areas are designated as Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC). No permit was issued to you for work in these areas. Based on these findings, I am initiating an enforcement action by issuing this Notice of Vlolation for violation of the Coastal Area Management Act. I request that you immediately CEASE AND DESIST any further unauthorized activities within designated Areas of Environmental Concern. A civil assessment of up to $2,500 may be assessed against any violator. Each day that the development described in this notice is continued or repeated may constitute a separate violation that is subject to an additional assessment of up to $2,500. An injunction or criminal penalty may also be sought to enforce any violation (N.C.G.S. 11 3A-1 26), 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phone: 252-946-64811 FAX: 252-975-3716 1 Internet www.nccoastalmananementnet Judy W. Taylor 16 August 2005 Page 2 of 2 05.13B It is the policy of the Coastal Resources Commission to levy a minimum civil assessment of $200 not to exceed $2,500 against all violations. This is done to recoup some of the costs of investigating violations and/or to compensate the public for any damage to its natural resources. Whether a higher amount will be assessed depends on several factors, including the nature and area of the resources that were affected and the extent of the damage to them. Based upon review of the Coastal Area Management Act, Coastal Resource Commission's rules, and the local jurisdiction's Land Use Plan, the activity you have undertaken appears consistent with the guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern. Therefore, restoration of the impacted area is not requested at this time. However, please be advised that upon request, you must be able to provide us proof that you have given your adjacent riparian property owner(s) notice of this unauthorized development and provided them the opportunity to comment to the Division of Coastal Management. Should you be requested to provide this documentation, you must provide confirmation that a written statement has been obtained, signed by the adjacent riparian property owners, indicating that they have no objection to the completed work; or you must provide confirmation that the adjacent riparian property owners have been notified by certified mail of the completed work. This notice shall instruct adjacent property owners to provide any comments on the completed development in writing to this Division within ten (10) days of receipt of the notice and shall indicate that no response from them will be interpreted as not having any objection. Thank you for your time and cooperation in resolving this important matter. If you have any questions about this or related matters, please call me at (252) 948-3852. Upon my submission of an enforcement report to the District Manager, you will be notified as to the amount of a civil assessment for undertaking development without first obtaining the proper permit(s). The relevant statutes and regulations are available from this office, and I am willing to assist you in complying with the requirements of these laws. A site inspection will be made in the near future to determine whether this REQUEST TO CEASE AND DESIST has been complied with. I request that you contact me immediately about these important matters. Sincerely, David W. Moye Express Permit Coordinator c: Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director, DCM Terry Moore, District Manager, DCM tRoy Brownlolj Compliance Coordinator, DCM Raleigh Bland, US Army Corps of Engineers 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phnna• 9F,9-Qd&RAA1 \ FAY- 9FMM171R \ Intamat• www nrrnactalmannnamont not Y CM ENFORCEMENT TRACKING REPORT vV• MuNIQ. Issuer Field Rep.�C��>, LPO 1 P LPl &bt &A Q� Violation Description Initial Discovery Date t5 AuA6 zoo5 Discove1 ry Violation Description Q-Sk'% ate✓ (5 Violation Base No. A C D Violated Permit No. Imo) f1 (if applicable) Was activity permittable. Yes /. No Respondent Information Prior Violations in same AEC: Yes Nd ,t1�lYMgU `t% Respondent Name(s) �Q � W T �•�o� 'Landowner/Agent/Contractor) Address03 Carp�rtjti City �hi�t ��"�_^ StateC 7dl Zipa5 Phone # _ _ p�1 • q OAS' Fax # N I P Email H I Violation Type: Project Type: Authorizations Required: Site Visits Respondent SiteVisits Respondent X No Permit PrivatelCommunity ElMajor F'y CAMA Present at�S' ❑ Present ❑ ❑ Permit Condition �� GovtlPublic Minor ❑ D&F ❑ �J Expired Permit ❑ Commercial General - --' F --' ❑ ❑ Inconsistent wl Rules Violation Location and Site Description Rover File Project Location: County -N"cm,u A _ Shoreline Length --` 7jf Street Address/ State Road/ Lot #(s)_3�Q_ SAV: NotSure Yes Sandbags: NotSure Yes --._._.._.---..__...__....._._-._._(.� 61&11�1 — PNA: (S No AdjacentSubdivision �c,\� ZIP ORW: Yts QD Adjacent No City T t� 1 River Basin 1R, r • YaMZ Crlt. Hab. Photos Ye: ® No Phone # (,_) ,t p � net A!t.Lcal._ Body �. Waiver Required Yes Adj. Wtr. 1�'tf'm \Cn 1\r' - In DWQ Buffer Area ® No Closest Maj. Wtr. Body - Restoration Extension Granted Yes No NOV Date CNOV Date Penalty Assessment Sent to Respondent Date Rcvd. by Dist. Mgr. Date Assessment Extended Yes Initial Req. Comp. Date _.._.—_-_.__ Restoration Letter Date Comp. Observed ..... __.__.......... _.-._ Acceptance Date AppJPermit Fee Penalty No Willfulllntent. Continuing Other Ref. Recomm. Assess. DCM Assess. E7�J.0409 I. $ $ $ $ Total Formal Assessments, Appeals and Reductions , Date Long Form Submitted Date Formal CPA Submitted Final Assessment Assessment Appealed Yes No ❑ Penalty modified Attorney General's Office for Injunction or Formal Collection Date sent to AG __ ❑ Respondent not responsive to penalty/NOV ❑ Injunction to complete restoration Date Collection Let. Sent Date Demand Let. Sent _ Violation Activities and Impacts AECs Affected: ® Wetlands Impacted? Yes AS If yes, which types: CW EW HA ES N/A SA DS CJ SY JR .� LS TY OEA SS SC SP 404 Pws: FC: Restoration Required by the Respondent Yes ! No l' Dimensions in excess Final dimensions I Dimensions to restore Actually restored of permitt unauthorized acdWdes I allowed NOTES: �� �rw�J F N009 iSS 01 Sl NV�6 lCOQ 2e - a' c\< ew- k1c Closing Payment Received $ Date Date Case Closed A� � , 24 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary NOTICE OF VIOLATION 16 August 2005 CERTIFIED MAIL 7003 3110 0002 0605 8907 RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mrs. Judy W. Taylor 403 Circle Drive Burlington, North Carolina 27215 ft pir lit"I AUG 18 0005 Morehead City c�M RE: NOTICE OF VIOLATION AND REQUEST TO CEASE UNAUTHORIZED DEVELOPMENT CAMA VIOLATION #05-138 Dear Mrs. Taylor: This letter confirms that on 9 August 2005, 1 met your contractor George Linton onsite your property located at 380 Queen Anne Drive adjacent to Mixon Creek which connects into the Pamlico River located near the Town of Bath, off SR 1774, in Beaufort County, North Carolina. The purpose of the visit was to discuss permit requirements for the bulkhead construction on your property adjacent Mixon Creek. This letter also confirms our 16 August 2005 telephone conversation. Information gathered by me for the Division of Coastal Management indicates that you have undertaken major development in violation of the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA). No person may undertake major development in a designated Area of Environmental Concern (AEC) without first obtaining a permit from the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. This requirement is imposed by North Carolina General Statute (N.C.G,S.) 11 3A-1 18. I have information that indicates you have undertaken or are legally responsible for the construction of t15' of wooden bulkhead on the aforementioned property. This activity took place within the Public Trust Area and the Coastal Shoreline that is contiguous with Mixon Creek. Public Trust Areas and Coastal Shoreline areas are designated as Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC). No permit was issued to you for work in these areas. Based on these findings, I am initiating an enforcement action by issuing this Notice of Violation for violation of the Coastal Area Management Act. I request that you immediately CEASE AND DESIST any further unauthorized activities within designated Areas of Environmental Concern. A civil assessment of up to $2,500 may be assessed against any violator. Each day that the development described in this notice is continued or repeated may constitute a separate violation that is subject to an additional assessment of up to $2,500. An injunction or criminal penalty may also be sought to enforce any violation (N.C.G.S.113A-126). 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phone: 252-946-64811 FAX 252-975-37161Internet www.nccoastalmanaaementnet Judy W. Taylor 16 August 2005 Page 2 of 2 05.13E It is the policy of the Coastal Resources Commission to levy a minimum civil assessment of $200 not to exceed $2,500 against all violations. This is done to recoup some of the costs of investigating violations and/or to compensate the public for any damage to its natural resources. Whether a higher amount will be assessed depends on several factors, including the nature and area of the resources that were affected and the extent of the damage to them. Based upon review of the Coastal Area Management Act, Coastal Resource Commission's rules, and the local jurisdiction's Land Use Plan, the activity you have undertaken appears consistent with the guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern. Therefore, restoration of the impacted area is not requested at this time. However, please be advised that upon request, you must be able to provide us proof that you have given your adjacent riparian property owner(s) notice of this unauthorized development and provided them the opportunity to comment to the Division of Coastal Management. Should you be requested to provide this documentation, you must provide confirmation that a written statement has been obtained, signed by the adjacent riparian property owners, indicating that they have no objection to the completed work; or you must provide confirmation that the adjacent riparian property owners have been notified by certified mail of the completed work. This notice shall instruct adjacent property owners to provide any comments on the completed development in writing to this Division within ten (10) days of receipt of the notice and shall indicate that no response from them will be interpreted as not having any objection. Thank you for your time and cooperation in resolving this important matter. If you have any questions about this or related matters, please call me at (252) 948-3852. Upon my submission of an enforcement report to the District Manager, you will be notified as to the amount of a civil assessment for undertaking development without first obtaining the proper permit(s). The relevant statutes and regulations are available from this office, and I am willing to assist you in complying with the requirements of these laws. A site inspection will be made in the near future to determine whether this REQUEST TO CEASE AND DESIST has been complied with. I request that you contact me immediately about these important matters. Sincerely, David W. Moye Express Permit Coordinator c: Ted Tyndall, Assistant Director, DCM Terry Moore, District Manager, DCM Roy Brownlow, Compliance Coordinator, DCM Raleigh Bland, US Army Corps of Engineers 943 Washington Square Mall, Washington, North Carolina 27889 Phnno• 9R MAMAA1 % FAX• M.A7F_1718 \ IntPmof- www nrrnactalmananamont nat