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HomeMy WebLinkAbout124-96 Minor Mod Island Development GroupI., Permit Class MODIFICATION/NIINOR /7 STATE OF N, Department of Enviionmi Coastal Rest Major Devi Permit Number 124-96 Resources h. ivifocunental Concern pursuant toNtliJ it3v-iia_ .• \} Excavation and/or filling puisuant to NCGS 113-229 Issued to Island Development Group, LLC, 3211 Riverside Drive, Danville, authorizing development in Onslow VA 24541 County at Alligator Bay, Norman's Cr., Mason Cr., off of SR1568, N. Topsail Bch. as requested in the permittee's application dated 4/30/96, letter for modification dated 3/6/97 and revised work plan (for clubhouse) dated 2/25/97. This permit, issued on b — b -g I , is subject to compliance with the application (where consistent with the permit), all applicable regulations, special conditions and notes set forth below. Any violation of these terms may be subject to a fine, imprisonment or civil action; or may cause the permit to be null and void. 1) This permit modification authorizes a clubhouse with parking and other amenities as depicted in the revised work plan. The clubhouse project is located at the intersection of Cape Lane and SR1568. 2) Inasmuch as North Topsail Water and Sewer was authorized by the Division of Water Quality on May 1, 1997 to provide domestic wastewater service for 23 three -bedroom homes and a clubhouse in Cape Island Subdivision, this CAMA permit authorizes residential development on 23 of the proposed 61 lots and a 22' x 36' clubhouse until such time that further allocation of sewer connections is approved by DWQ. 3) The Division of Water Quality issued revised Low Density Subdivision Stormwater Permit No. SW8960319 Modification on March 31, 1997 for this project. Any violation of the SWMP will be considered a violation of this CAMA permit. (Attached sheet for Additional Conditions) This permiLaction may be appealed by the permittee or other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the issuing date. An appeal requires resolution prior to work initiation or continuance, as the case may be. This permit must be accessible on -site to Department personnel when the project is inspected for compliance. Any maintenance work or project modification not covered hereunder requires further Departmental approval. All work must cease when the permit expires on December 31.1999 In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina agrees that your project is consistent with the North Carolina Coastal Management Program. Signed by the authority of the Secretary of DEHNR and the Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission. Schecter, Director Division of Coastal Management This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted. Signature of Pennittee Island Development Group, LLC Permit #124-96 Page 2 of 2 ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS 4) This permit modification must be attached to the original of permit No. 124-96 issued on September 16, 1996 and be readily available on site when a Division representative inspects the project for compliance. 5) All conditions and stipulations of the original permit issued on September 16, 1996 remain in force under this modification unless altered herein. NOTE: A revised Sedimentation/Erosion Control Plan may be required. Verification should be obtained from the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, telephone: 910/395-3900. NOTE: Condition No. 2, under Archaeological Resource Protection of the original of permit No. 124-96, does not apply to the clubhouse part of the Cape Island project. Permit Class MODWICATION/MINOR STATE Department of Envi X Major Devi pursuant to X Excavation and/or Resources Concern nnrsuant to NCGS 113-229 Issued to Island Development Group, LLC, 3211 Riverside Drive, Danville, VA 24541 authorizing development in Onslow Permit Number 124-96 County at Alligator Bay, Norman's Cr., Mason Cr., off of SR1568, N. Topsail Bch. as requested in the permittees application dated 4/30/96, letter for modification dated 3/6/97 and revised work plan (for clubhouse) dated 2/25/97. This permit, issued on io — b —q'i , is subject to compliance with the application (where consistent with the permit), all applicable regulations, special conditions and notes set forth below. Any violation of these terms may be subject to a fine, imprisonment or civil action; or may cause the permit to be null and void. 1) This permit modification authorizes a clubhouse with parking and other amenities as depicted in the revised work plan. The clubhouse project is located at the intersection of Cape Lane and SR1568. 2) Inasmuch as North Topsail Water and Sewer was authorized by the Division of Water Quality on May 1, 1997 to provide domestic wastewater service for 23 three -bedroom homes and a clubhouse in Cape Island Subdivision, this CAMA permit authorizes residential development on 23 of the proposed 61 lots and a 22' x 36' clubhouse until such time that further allocation of sewer connections is approved by DWQ. 3) The Division of Water Quality issued revised Low Density Subdivision Stormwater Permit No. SW8960319 Modification on March 31, 1997 for this project. Any violation of the SWMP will be considered a violation of this CAMA permit. This permit action may be appealed by the permittee or other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the issuing date. An appeal requires resolution prior to work initiation or continuance, as the case may be. This permit must be accessible on -site to Department personnel when the project is inspected for compliance. Any maintenance work or project modification not covered hereunder requires further Departmental approval. All work must cease when the permit expires on December 31,1999 In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina agrees that your project is consistent with the North Carolina Coastal Management Program. Signed by the authority of the Secretary of DEHNR and the Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission. .tea—Xoge . Schecter, Director Division of Coastal Management This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted. Signature of Permittee Island Development Group, LLC Permit 9124-96 Page 2 of 2 ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS 4) This permit modification must be attached to the original of permit No. 124-96 issued on September 16, 1996 and be readily available on site when a Division representative inspects the project for compliance. 5) All conditions and stipulations of the original permit issued on September 16, 1996 remain in force under this modification unless altered herein. NOTE: A revised Sedimentation/Erosion Control Plan may be required. Verification should be obtained from the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, telephone: 910/395-3900. NOTE: Condition No. 2, under Archaeological Resource Protection of the original of permit No. 124-96, does not apply to the clubhouse part of the Cape Island project. Permit Class MODIFICATION/MINOR 91 STATE OF NORTH_CAROLINA , . Department of Environrftecnt,s ,.,�Iee"altli Bt;Natural Resources Major Develop meiit'in an Area'df Environmental Concem pursuant toNCGS113A'-'118, wDF,. Permit Number 124-96 X Excavation and/or filling pursuant to NCGS 113-229 Issued to Island Development Group, LLC, 3211 Riverside Drive, Danville, VA 24541 authorizing development in Onslow County at Alligator Bay, Norman's Cr., Mason Cr., off of SR1568, N. Topsail Bch. as requested in the permittee's application dated 4/30/96, letter for modification dated 3/6/97 and revised work plan (for clubhouse) dated 2/25/97. This permit, issued on b — b —q 7 , is subject to compliance with the application (where consistent with the permit), all applicable regulations, special conditions and notes set forth below. Any violation of these terms may be subject to a fine, imprisonment or civil action; or may cause the permit to be null and void. 1) This permit modification authorizes a clubhouse with parking and other amenities as depicted in the revised work plan. The clubhouse project is located at the intersection of Cape Lane and SR1568. 2) Inasmuch as North Topsail Water and Sewer was authorized by the Division of Water Quality on May 1, 1997 to provide domestic wastewater service for 23 three -bedroom homes and a clubhouse in Cape Island Subdivision, this CAMA permit authorizes residential development on 23 of the proposed 61 lots and a 22' x 36' clubhouse until such time that further allocation of sewer connections is approved by DWQ. 3) The Division of Water Quality issued revised Low Density Subdivision Stormwater Permit No. SW8960319 Modification on March 31, 1997 for this project. Any violation of the SWMP will be considered a violation of this CAMA permit. (Attached sheet for Additional Conditions) This permiLaction may be appealed by the permittee or other qualified persons within twenty (20) days of the issuing date. An appeal requires resolution prior to work initiation or continuance, as the case may be. This permit must be accessible on -site to Department personnel when the project is inspected for compliance. Any maintenance work or project modification not covered hereunder requires further Departmental approval. All work must cease when the permit expires on December 31,1999 In issuing this permit, the State of North Carolina agrees that your project is consistent with the North Carolina Coastal Management Program. Signed by the authority of the Secretary of DEHNR and the Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission. - 44w--1 'oge . Schecter, Director Division of Coastal Management This permit and its conditions are hereby accepted. Signature of Permittee Island Development Group, LLC Permit 9124-96 Page 2 of 2 ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS 4) This permit modification must be attached to the original of permit No. 124-96 issued on September 16, 1996 and be readily available on site when a Division representative inspects the project for compliance. 5) All conditions and stipulations of the original permit issued on September 16, 1996 remain in force under this modification unless altered herein. NOTE: A revised Sedimentation/Erosion Control Plan may be required. Verification should be obtained from the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, telephone: 910/395-3900. NOTE: Condition No. 2, under Archaeological Resource Protection of the original of permit No. 124-96, does not apply to the clubhouse part of the Cape Island project. Page 26 �s 604L 1/.• PROTECT/ON AND ENHANCEMENT • . 7 Protect and enhance the state's significant historic properties c*� NORTH CAROLINA CONSERVATION AND HISTORIC PRESERVATION EASEMENTS BOOKLET PROMOTED STATEWIDE AND NATIONALLY In 1994 the HPO provided grant and advisory assistance for the preparation of the booklet Conservation and Historic Preservation Easements, written and published by the Conservation Trust for North Carolina. This thirty -eight -page guidebook explains conservation and preservation easements and their advantages for private landowners who want to protect the natural, rural, scenic, or historic character of their property. During the past year, the HPO promoted this publication at statewide meetings and regional workshops. North Carolina's CLG coordinator, Melinda Coleman, introduced the booklet in a presentation on innovative grant projects at the August 1996 Certified Local Government Forum in Berkeley, California. --Melinda Coleman INVESTIGATIONS ON TOPSAIL ISLAND ADD TO UNDERSTANDING OF COASTAL PREHISTORY In late 1996 archaeological investigations were completed at a prehistoric campsite located on Topsail Island in Onslow County. The work was conducted by Garrow and Associates, Inc. (now TRC Garrow), an archaeological consulting firm hired by the Island Development Group, Inc. (IDG), based in Ringgold, Virginia. IDG consists of several investors whose plans include the development of a sixty -one -lot subdivision on a twenty -five -acre tract, which contains varying amounts of undisturbed archaeological remains. The archaeological investigations were undertaken in accordance with conditions included in the Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) permit issued to the developers by the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management. Under the provisions of the law, any undertaking requiring a joint permit from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the Division of Coastal Management is reviewed by the HPO for potential affects on archaeological and historic properties. If, in the opinion of the HPO, the undertaking may adversely affect a significant historic property, some form of mitigation may be recommended and made a condition of the permit. Responsibility for carrying out a permit condition rests with the permitee. In the case of the IDG project, called the C subdivision, the HPO review noted the presence of site 31ON190, which had been recorded on the property in 1985. Based on information from comparable sites and situations, the HPO determined that the archaeological site had the potential to contain substantial undisturbed cultural deposits and that a program of testing and data recovery was warranted. The CAMA rA 11a Page 27 permit included a condition requiring the archaeological investigations prior to initiation of any ground -disturbing activities in the project area. As is often the case, however, issuance of the conditioned permit was only the beginning of long, complex, and often stressful negotiations between the HPO and the developers, who questioned the need for archaeological investigations conducted at their expense. Once resolved, there was another protracted discussion regarding the amount and types of investigations to be undertaken. The results were a compromise acceptable to both sides. Approximately 4,800 sq. meters (4.7 percent) of the site were stripped to expose undisturbed cultural features such as hearths, storage and cooking pits, and structural postmolds. Thirty- one features were identified, along with more than 1,500 postmolds, including a circular house pattern that may date to.the Middle Woodland period (ca. 200 BC -AD 800). Most of the features appear to date to the Late Woodland period (ca. AD 800-1500), with lesser amounts of earlier materials. One feature, a small basin -shaped pit containing a distinctive type of pottery known as Hamps Landing, was radiocarbon dated to 1945 BC. Analyses of botanical and faunal remains recovered from the site indicate that the prehistoric inhabitants took advantage of the full range of natural resources available along the shallow waters of the sound, not the least of which were fish and shellfish. One very interesting item identified in the remains was wild rice; there is little prior record of rice in the prehistoric Indian's diet, although it would seem natural, given the extensive wetlands in the region. Figure 1. Areas Stripped at 31ONI90, Cape Island Subdivision EYIa E110 FM F.SN ESN E40 Elm F'y1 RT9 E]511 FAIL AIII� Alligator Day Noilh rj U Mcicrs 10 Illll Alligator Bay TRENCII M ID AREA F TRENCH Sal`'jeW w AREAA / AREA c -eem AREA R DATUM IS DATUM TitWCII) (I anent �TRENCIIL d -"" TRENCH II DATUM AREA TIUNCIIM d ' 9 n AREAL TRENCII I C • Page 28 Was the project successful? Was an adequate sample of the significant cultural information recovered? We certainly added to our knowledge of North Carolina's past: the circular house pattern is only the second one identified on the coast, the wild rice is an unusual find, and the early date for Hamps Landing pottery is very important. Whether an "adequate sample" was recovered is debatable. Each site is unique and provides a unique glimpse into the past. The objective, however, is not to excavate all of every site but to recover an adequate sample of the information each site offers to paint a reasonable picture of prehistoric "history." Unfortunately, with the rapid development of North Carolina's coast comes the equally rapid destruction of the archaeological record --a record about which little is known. While the 4.5 percent sample at Cape Island might not be considered "adequate," it was a sample defined in large measure by finance, polity, diplomacy, bureaucracy, and practicality, and which worked to the mutual benefit of the future and the past. --Mark Mathis CHEFS SPECIAL: THE EDENHOUSE SITE BRIDGES HISTORIC KNOWLEDGE GAP Mix together one suspected early colonial house site with plans for a major highway bridge replacement project. Allow to rise quickly under normal atmospheric pressures of regulatory deadlines, project funding limits, and construction schedules. Toast lightly under the broiler of Sections 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and 4(f)-of the U.S. Department of Transportation Act. Yield: one large but unavoidable loss of a significant archaeological site to the wheels of progress. The location of the western terminus of the U.S. Highway 17 bridge over the Chowan River (dividing Bertie and Chowan Counties) is indicated on maps as "Edenhouse." This modem riverside community is named for Charles Eden, governor of North Carolina from 1714 to 1722, who owned an eighteenth -century plantation on the west bank of the Chowan. Archaeological remains of the governor's plantation house, his former grave site, and that of his wife, are recorded in the Office of State Archaeology's (OSA) site inventory as 31BR52. Historians, archaeologists, artifact collectors, and the owners of the land on which the site is located have long recognized the existence and importance of the site, although, until recently, there had been no concerted effort to study it. In 1995 comments by the HPO's OSA concerning the North Carolina Department of Transportation's (NCDOT) plans to replace the major Chowan River highway bridge set off a chain of events that quickly led to documentation of one of the earliest (1660s) English colonial sites in the state. While the larger Edenhouse site was well recognized, collaboration among OSA and NCDOT archaeologists for a preliminary archaeological survey of land on a high bank of the Chowan and south of the existing roadway turned up exciting evidence of an unknown plantation component. Ken Robinson, NCDOT archaeologist, interviewed members of the Bell family, which owns the property, and collected artifacts and documentary evidence of eighteenth -century and earlier occupation of the tract. The HPO's concurrence with NCDOT's findings have resulted in a major, carefully planned excavation to reveal, record, and interpret the site prior to its eventual destruction by construction of the new bridge. RECEIVED JUL 2 5 1997 COASTAL MANAGEMENT North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Betty Ray McCain, Secretary July 22, 1997 J,i u4:_►R TO: John R. Parker Jr., Chief Major Permits Processing Section Division of Coastal Management , DEHNR Colonel Terry R. Youngbluth, District Engineer Army Corps of Err ' ers, Wilming�tjo District FROM: David Brook //''7� Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer SUBJECT: Archaeological Investigations at Cape Island, Onslow County; ER 96-9149, ER 97-9229 Division of Archives and History Jeffrey J. Crow, Director We have completed our review of the report prepared by Garrow and Associates, Inc. (GAI) for the Cape Island project and offer the following comments. During the investigations, approximately 4,800 m2 were stripped of disturbed overburden, revealing what were subsequently identified as 31 cultural features anc over 1,000 probable postmolds, including portions of two prehistoric structures. Analysis of cultural materials recovered from the site indicate primary occupations during the Late Woodland period (ca. A.D. 800 - A.D. 1400), with occupations of lesser intensity during the Early and Middle Woodland periods (ca. 2000 B.C. - A.D. 800). The GAI investigations resulted in the recovery of significant archaeological data which contributes to our understanding of coastal North Carolina prehistory. Since the work effort has fulfilled the project scope of work, GAI proposes no further archaeological investigations in connection with the CAMA permitting process. In accordance with the scope of work for the project, and based on the types and distributions of cultural remains identified, GAI assessed the potential for additional significant remains elsewhere in the project area for purposes of possible restrictive covenants. These covenants would be designed to protect and preserve significant portions of the site for future research. GAI concluded that while substantial undisturbed remains can be expected throughout the project area, there is insufficient archaeological basis to define specific areas for covenants. GAI, therefore, proposed no covenants within the Cape Island project area. We concur with the GAI findings and recommendations. We must, however, stress our concern that significant cultural resources remain undisturbed at the site and ° 109 East Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 13 3 i may be uncovered during future construction activities. The remains may include human burials. In the event human burials or human skeletal remains are discovered, the permittee must cease all activities in the area of discovery and undertake the appropriate actions in accordance with GS 70, Article 3, the Unmarked Human Burial and Human Skeletal Remains Protection Act. The report meets our office's guidelines and those of the Secretary of the Interior. Specific concerns and/or corrections which need to be addressed in the preparation of a final report are attached for the author's use. The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763. DB:slw Attachment cc: Chris Espenshade Garrow & Associates, Inc. 3772 Pleasantdale Road, Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30340-4214 COMMENTS: Archaeological Investigations at 31ON190, Onslow County, North Carolina RECEIVED JUL 2 5 1997 Cape Island, COASTAL MANAGEMENT p. 8, para. 2: Although subsistence -related remains are virtually unknown from Early Woodland sites, the distribution of sites containing characteristic ceramics (e.g., Deep Creek, New River) indicates a dispersed, multi -resource -based system, probably not too dissimilar to the preceding Archaic. [see also below] p. 8, para. 3,4: While there is an intensification of estuarine resource exploitation during the Middle Woodland, Early Woodland ceramics also are present in varying quantities at most shoreline sites (e.g., shell middens). Further, Middle Woodland sites are distributed inland in a pattern all but identical to the Early Woodland. This suggests a general continuation of the earlier dispersed, seasonal settlement pattern, albeit with greater numbers of people and an increasing orientation towards fish and shellfish. Based on more recent studies, there is no noticeable decrease the number of inland sites until the Late Woodland. [see also p. 9, para. 51 • p. 9, para. 3: There is evidence to suggest that the "sand burial mounds" are nothing more than natural sand ridges into which burials were excavated. In addition, the single radiocarbon date of A.D. 980 +/- 110 from the McLean "sand mound" suggests a likely Late Woodland association; the A.D. 1000 +/- 80 date from the Cold Morning site is also Late Woodland. • p. 9, para. 6: The possible Middle Woodland association of the oval/round structures at Broad reach is based on concentrations of Hanover ceramics and potential Middle Woodland features, not radiocarbon dates. The site has a very strong Middle Woodland component, but the absolute association of the structures is not yet documented. [see also p. 11 , para. 11 • p. 11, para.8: There were actually two (2) shell -tempered vessels in the ossuary. • p. 38: Is the radiocarbon date of 1945 B.C. the intercept? What is the sigma range. Also, please include, perhaps sheet(s) provided by Beta. While the Landing, it is not entirely out of the rf stratigraphic position at the type site, Hanover. See also p. 100. is an appendix, the analysis results late does appear a bit early for Hamps alm of possibility, given its graded overlapping with Thoms Creek and p. 63, Feature 31 : It would perhaps be more prudent to suggest a "possible" Early Woodland association for Feature 31, given the single Hamps Landing sherd present in the fill and the presense of several Late Woodland features in the immediate vicinity. With the exception of Middle Woodland burials, pit -type features appear to be extremely rare for either Early or Middle Woodland period occupations along the coast. • p. 76, Feature 8: See comment above for Feature 31. See also p. 92, para. 6. • p. 73: There is no discussion of Area F. While there were apparently no features identified in the area, a brief discussion of the materials (albeit limited) collected should be included. • p. 79, para. 2: Although it may be that the postmold pattern in Area G represents a "longhouse", the rectangular (non-longhouse) structure at Broad Reach suggests another possibility. • p. 99, para. 2, third sentence: Is "This does necessarily imply..." correct? Should it read "This does not necessarily imply..." • p. 99, para. 2: A summary of the seasonality data (faunal, shellfish, ethnobotanical) should be included here. The data suggest, at least for the Late Woodland, a near -year round occupational pattern. Can this issue be addressed? • p. 101, para. 2: True, to a point. However, differences in surface treatment cannot be overlooked. Hanover consists of only cordmarked, fabric and plain varieties; Hamps Landing, like the Early Woodland Deep Creek and New River series, includes cordmarked, fabric -impressed, net -impressed, simple -stamped, and plain varieties. On this basis, the technological trajectory appears closer to the Early Woodland than Middle Woodland series. DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS P.O. BOX 1890 WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890 July 7, 1997 IN REPLY REFER TO Regulatory Branch Action ID No. 199603660 and State Permit No. 124-96 Island Development Group, LLC 3211 Riverside Drive Danville, Virginia 24541 Dear Sir: RECEIVED JUL 14 1997 COASTAL MANAGEMENT Through coordination with the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management (NCDCM), we have learned of your proposed modification to State Permit No. 124-96 authorizing a clubhouse with parking and other amenities located at the intersection of Cape Lane and SR 1568, Alligator Bay, Norman's and Mason Creeks at the Cape Island subdivision, in North Topsail Beach, Onslow County, North Carolina. I have reviewed your proposal and have determined that no Department of the Army authorization will be required as no jurisdictional waters or wetlands are to be impacted. Please be advised that appropriate authorization must be obtained from NCDCM before work may begin. Should you have any questions, please contact the undersigned at telephone (910) 251-4636. Copi6s Furnished: Mr' John Parker I of Coastal Management orth Carolina Department of Environment, Health, and Natural Resources Post Office Box 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Sincerely, Jeffrey H. Richter Project Manager Wilmington Regulatory Field Office Mr. Robert Stroud, Jr.,Office Manager Wilmington Regional Office North Carolina Division of Coastal Management 127 Cardinal Drive Extension Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 " PARKER & ASSOCIATES, INC. hgpin8 Horiaoh Consulting Engineers -Land Surveyors -Land Planners 306 New Bridge Street - P.O. Box 976 Jacksonville, NC 28541-0976 (910) 455-2414 - Fax: (910) 455-3441 LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL DATE: June 25, 1997 TO: Ms. Janet Russell REF: Cape Island ur pmwR 6eveeants _ 127 Cardinal Drives Fxtancinn Wilmington, North Carolina 9RA03 WE ARE SENDING YOU: One (1) Copy of Proposed Covenants for the above referenced project. DELIVERY VIA: REGULAR NAIL ❑ HAND ❑ FEDERAL EXPRESS ❑ UPS OVERNIGHT ❑ UPS GROUND ❑ OTHER THESE ARE TRANSMITTED AS CHECKED BELOW: ❑ FOR APPROVAL ❑ AS REQUESTED FOR REVIEW AND COMMENT ❑ FOR YOUR USE .=;FOR BIDS DUE ❑ OTHER COMMENTS: See Pages 6, 7, 8 and 11. Let me know if not OK hn W. Parker, President corzss To. -Mr.. John Parker NCDEHNR - Rale' JUN 2 5 1997 JWP/jeh CF (P) COASTAL MANAGEMENT (IF ENCLOSURES ARE NOT AS NOTED, KINDLY NOTIFY US AT ONCE) State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources AJ�L Division of Coastal ManagementJames B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary f E.H N FI Roger N. Schecter, Director DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT/MAJOR PERMITS PROCESSING UNIT FACSIMILE OFFICE: FAX #: S, 0 4- r1 cN D- A, 1 b 3 1 • • IVIA # PAGES: COMMENTS: (including cover sheet) S Vet-Wn. 1a L P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone 919-733-2293 FAX 919-733-1495 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer 50%recycled/ 10%post-consumer paper Division of Coastal Management Application Processing Notes Applicant: Deadline: Date/Time: Messae �L 6 — 4 y T4 @L� Xa-- State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Wilmington Regional Office Division of Coastal Management James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary Roger N. Schecter, Director MEMORANDUM TO: Mr. John Parker Major Permit Coordinator C,12efpe Sir*-s,--- � FROM: Janet M. Russell DCM / Wilmington RE: Cape Island Subdivision, #124-96 Modification Request - Clubhouse North Topsail Beach / Onslow County DATE: May 5, 1997 A&�JA C)FEE HNF% RECF�VieD MAY 0 6 199) COASTAL MANAGEMENT John, in March the District Office received a request from Parker & Associates to modify the Cape Island Subdivision Major Permit. The modification request involves the addition of a clubhouse with parking lotto the plans. Upon receiving the request we told them to send copies of the stormwater approval (revised) and a copy of the sewer tap. To get a sewer tap they had to exchange a tap for a residential lot to get one for the clubhouse. At the time this Subdivision was permitted, sewer capacity was not available for all of the proposed lots. Attached is a copy of the stormwater approval and a copy of the sewer tap. Also, in March we received a copy of a letter from David Brook, Preservation Officer, to Gary Joyner stating that until Historic Preservation receives a complete report on the archeological investigation, they do not want any land -disturbance occurring outside of the proposed roadbed. Attached is a copy of that letter. A CAMA Minor Modification should not be issued for the clubhouse until DCM has confirmation that a complete report has been submitted to Preservation for review. If Historic Preservation is satisfied, after review of the complete report, then we could recommend that the permit modification request be honored. We recommend that the following conditions be added or amended to the Permit: 1. Inasmuch as North Topsail Water and Sewer was authorized by the Division of Water Quality on May 1, 1997 to provide domestic wastewater service for 23 three -bedroom homes and a clubhouse in Cape Island Subdivision. This CAMA permit authorizes residential development on 23 of the proposed lots and a 22' x 36' clubhouse until such time that further allocation of sewer connections is d by DWQ. Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, N.C. 28405-3845 • Telephone 910-395-3900 a Fax 910-350-2004 <1 4 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer Cape Island Subdivision Modification May 5, 1997 Page 2 2. This CAMA permit must be amended to reflect further sewer connection beyond the 23 homes and the clubhouse. Contact the Division of Coastal Management at 910 395-3900. 3. CAMA Minor Permits are required from the Town for each of the 23 residential units and the clubhouse and parking lot. Additional issuance of Minor Permits must be in strict compliance with items 1 and 2 of this condition. Stormwater Management G 3 4. The Division of Water Quality issuedLowDensity Subdivision Stormwater Permit NoSW8 960319 Modification on March 31, 1997 for this project. Any violation of the SWMP will be considered a violation of this CAMA Permit. 5. Stormwater rules allow 5,124 square feet of built upon area per lot. CAMA Estuarine Shoreline ORW rules allow 25 % of the high ground lot to be impervious or built upon. The most restrictive of these rules shall apply. M 6. A revised Sedimentation/Erosion Control Plan may be required. Verification should be obtained from the Land Quality Section. Beach Access Parking 7. The proposed beach access parking lot must comply with CAMA rules at the time of construction. Specifically, all portions of the parking lot and associated land -disturbance must be landward of the first line of natural, stable vegetation or measurement line, where applicable. This line is to be staked by a Coastal Management Representative immediately prior to commencement of construction. 8. The surface treatment for the parking lot will be clay, packed sand or gravel. No concrete or asphalt is hereby authorized. All other conditions should remain the same, unless I've missed something. I talked with Renee Gledhill -Earley today. They have not vet received a complete report on the archeological work. I don't know what condition(s) may need to go under Archaeological Resource Protection for the modification. Please call me with your questions. Ms. Janet Russell Division of Coastal Management 127 Cardinal Drive Extension Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 RE: Major CAMA Permit Modification Club House Additions CAMA Permit 1124-96 Cape Island North Topsail Beach onslow County, NC Dear Ms. Russell: Enclosed are ten (10) copies of the Site Plan for adding a Club House at the referenced subdivision. We are requesting a modification to CAMA Permit Number 124-96 for this work. A check in the amount of $50.00 is enclosed. I am also enclosing ten (10) copies of the overall Cape Island Preliminary Plat on which the area of the proposed Club House is outlined. Please let me know if you need any additional information in order to complete your review. GRM/jeh xc: CF (P) Sincerely, PARK''ER11 & ASSOCIA/T�ES,, INC. Gordon R. McAdams, P.E. MAR 0 7 1997 DIVISION OF COASTAL MA14AGEMF-NT ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING ■ STORM WATER MANAGEMENT ■ WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING ■ FEASIBILITY REPORTS ■ ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 0 CONSTRUCTION PLANS State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources ` • MAI Wilmington Regional Office Division of Coastal Management tip. James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor p E H N F1 Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary Roger N. Schecter, Director March 24, 1997 Mr. Gordon R. McAdams, P.E. PARKER & ASSOCIATES, INC. 306 New Bridge Street Jacksonville, NC 28541-0976 RE: CAPE ISLAND MAJOR PERMIT MODIFICATION Permit #124-96, North Topsail Beach Dear Gordon: This letter is in follow-up to our telephone conversation of earlier today. I am putting your Permit Modification on hold until I receive a copy of the stormwater approval and a copy of the sewer tap for the clubhouse. Also, a letter from David Brook of Cultural Resources came in today in regards to this subdivision. Please note that it limits ground -disturbance to the roads only until a complete report on the archeological investigations has been received. A copy of that is attached for your review. Please call me should you have questions. Otherwise, forward that additional information to me when it becomes available. Thanks for your cooperation. Sincerely, C� -'Yl Janet M. Russell Coastal Mgt. Representative 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, N.C. 28405-3845 • Telephone 910-395-3900 • Fax 910-350-2004 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer TO:WILMINGTON "'AR-24—'97 MON 10:26 ID: TEL N0: 4349 F01 .:r r North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources James B. Runt Jr, dovemor Betty Ray McCain, Secretary pftr_m _ March 10, 1997 Mr. Gary K. Joyner Kilpatrick Stockton LLP Suite 400 4101 Lake Boone Trail Raleigh, NC 27607 Re.�%Cape Island Project, Onslow Cou ER 88-9149 Dear Mr. Joyner: Division of Arc4ivcs and HiAory Jeffrey L Crow, Diractot Thank you for your letter of February 27, 1997. We have reviewed the documents accompanying your letter, including the letters from Garrow and Associates, and offer the following comments. Based on the Management Summary for site 31 ON190, we concur with the Garrow & Associates concluslon that sufficient archaeological investigations have boon conducted to mitigate the impacts of the proposed subdivision road construt<tlon. Therefore, we recommend no further arehaen109ka1 investigations within the roadway footprint and concur that construction of the road may proceeaas planned. Pending receipt of the complete report on the investigations, however, we are unable to concur with their recommendations regarding restrictive convenants elsewhere on the Cape island property. Upon receipt and review of the report, including appropriate maps and justifications, we will complete our evaluation of the Garrow and Associates recommendations. Until then, no ground disturbing activities should occur on the property other then the road cons ruction_ _ The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CPR Part 800, Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, please contact Rance Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919I733-4763. /Sinc_erely, David Brook Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer DB:slw� cc! ✓John Parker Jr„ Division of Coastal Management Paul Webb, Garrow and Associates Io0 s*" Jones Street • Rakigh, Norco Qmnna 27601-2607 PARKER & ASSOCIATES, INC. Ing Hori2 /ShaP °ns Consulting Engineers -Land Surveyors -Land Planners 306 New Bridge Street - P.O. Box 976 Jacksonville, NC 28541-0976 (910) 455-2414 - Fax:(910) 455-3441 April 30, 1 011 V 1f2P D Ms. Janet Russell MAY O1 1997 Division of Coastal Management 127 Cardinal Drive Extension DIVISION OF Wilmington, North Carolina 28405 COASTAL MANAGEMENT RE: Cape Island Major Permit Modification for Club House Addition, Permit #124-96 North Topsail Beach Dear Ms. Russell; The items requested in your letter of March 24, 1997 for the above referenced project are now approved. A copy of the Stormwater Modification Approval Letter dated March 31, 1997 is attached. According to Rick Moore with the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) in Raleigh, the Sewer Permit Modification to include the tap for the Club House is being written today. This Permit has been held up for about two weeks because of communication problems (i.e. FAX and Mail problems) between the Raleigh and Wilmington offices of DWQ. Please call Rick at (919) 733-5083 if you need confirmation or additional information. The owner is very anxious to begin work on this simple, small club house addition. We have now received Erosion Control, Stormwater, and Wastewater approvals as you required. Please do what you can to expedite our Modification request , keeping in mind that our original request letter was sent to you on March 6, 1997. If you need any additional information, please give me a call. Thanks for your assistance. Very truly yours, PARKER & ASSOCIATES, INC. 11. A '/,� Gordon R. McAdams, P.E. xc: CF (P) GRM/gsk C2: CapeClubHouse.GRM ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING ■ STORM WATER MANAGEMENT ■ WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING 0 FEASDfD.rrY REPORTS 0 ENVIRONMENTALSCIENCE 0 CONSTRUCTION PLANS State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources Division of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director Mr. Charles Mantooth, Secretary/Treasurer Island Development Group, Inc. PO Box 949 Conway, SC 29526 Dear Mr. Mantooth: RECEIVED7:5VA � 114 AM 4 1997 °a PARKER A ID FEEp -17111 March 31, 1997 B MAY.01 1997 DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT Subject: Permit No. SW8 960319 Modification Cape Island Low Density Subdivision Stormwater Permit Onslow County The Wilmington Regional Office received a modification to the Stormwater Management Permit Application for Cape Island on March 7, 1997, with final information on March 25, 1997. Staff review of the plans and specifications has determined that the project, as proposed, will comply with the Stormwater Regulations set forth in Title 15A NCAC 2H.1000. We are forwarding Permit No. SW8 960319 Modification, dated March 31, 1997, for the construction of the project, Cape Island. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein, and does not supercede any other agency permit that may be required. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447, Raleigh, NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding. If you have any questions, or need additional information concerning this matter, please contact either Linda Lewis or me at (910) 395-3900. Sincerely, Rick Shiver, P.G. Acting Regional Water Quality Supervisor RSS/arl: S:\WQS\STORMWAT\PERMIT\960319.MAR cc: Gordon MCAdartu, P.E. Sharon Smith Jennings, Onslow County Inspections D.R. Huffman, NCDOT Division 3, District 1 Engineer Wilmington Regional Office Central Files Linda Lewis P.O. Box 29535, Raleigh, North Carolina 27626-0535 Telephone 919-733-5083 FAX 919-733-9919 An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer State Stomtwater Management Systems Ra=it Nn CW8 260119 M •'fi STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY LOW DENSITY DEVELOPMENT In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations PERNESSION IS HEREBY GRANTED TO Island Development Group, Inc. Cape Island Onslow County FOR THE jr0`11711U MAY 01 1997 DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT construction, operation and maintenance of a 25 % low density subdivision in compliance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 2H .1000 (hereafter referred to as the "stormwater rules') and the approved stormwater management plans and specifications, and other supporting data as attached and on file with and approved by the Division of Water Quality and considered a part of this permit for Cape Island. The Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the following specific conditions and limitations: I. DESIGN STANDARDS Each of the 61 lots is limited to a maximum of 5,124 square feet of built -upon area, as indicated in the approved plans. CAMA regulations may reduce the allowable built -upon area for those lots within the AEC. The clubhouse lot is limited to 4,520 W. The overall tract built -upon area percentage or lot sizes for the project must be maintained at 25 %, per the requirements of Section 1005 of the stormwater rules. Approved plans and specifications for projects covered by this permit are incorporated by reference and are enforceable parts of the permit. 4. Projects covered by this permit will maintain a minimum 30 foot wide vegetative buffer between all impervious areas and surface waters. awic Swrmwater Management Systems Rersrtit Nn SWS 960319 IM d'fi i 5. The only runoff conveyance systems allowed will be vegetated conveyances such as swales with minimum side slopes of 3:1 (H: V) or curb outlet systems as defined in the stormwater rules and approved by the Division. �6. No piping shall be allowed except: 9MAY rii IQa7 —J a. That minimum amount necessary to direct runoff beneath an impervious surface such as a road. Ui di 6!U14 V b. That minimum amount needed under driveways to provide access to lots. MAIJAGEMENT 7. The pemuttee is responsible for verifying that the proposed built -upon area does not exceed the allowable built -upon area. Once the lot transfer is complete, the built -upon area may not be revised without approval from the permittee, and responsibility for meeting the built -upon area limit is transferred to the individual property owner. Deed restrictions are incorporated into this permit by reference and must be recorded with the Office of the Register of Deeds prior to the sale of any lot. A copy of the recorded restrictions must be received by this Office within 30 days of the date of recording. Recorded deed restrictions must include, as a minimum, the following statements related to stormwater management: a. The allowable built -upon area per lot is 5,124 square feet, inclusive of that portion of the rigbt-of-way between the front lot line and the edge of the pavement, structures, pavement, walkways of brick, stone, slate, but not including wood decking." b. "The covenants pertaining to stormwater regulations may not be changed or deleted without concurrence of the Division of Water Quality." C. "Filling in or piping of any vegetative conveyances (ditches, swales, etc.) associated with the development except for average driveway crossings, is strictly prohibited by any persons." d. "Lots within CAMA's Area of Environmental Concern may have the permitted built -upon area reduced due to CAMA jurisdiction within the AEC." 9. The Engineer/Owner/Developer/Permittee must certify in writing that the project's stormwater controls, and impervious surfaces have been constructed within substantial intent of the approved plans and specifications. Any deviation from the approved plans must be noted on the Certification. 10. The following items will require a modification to the permit. Revised plans, specifications and calculations must be permitted prior to the permittee beginning construction on the modification: a. Any revision to the approved plans, regardless of size. b. Project name change. C. Transfer of ownership. d. Redesign or addition to the approved amount of built -upon area. e. Further subdivision of the project area. f. Filling in, altering or piping any vegetative conveyance shown on the approved plan. awte wurrnwater Management Symema ncmil rJ SWA 9fini 19 A'f 11. The Director may determine that other revisions to the project should require a modification to the permit. 12. The Director may notify the permittee when the permitted site does not meet one or more of the minimum requirements of the permit. Within the time frame specified in the notice, the permittee shall submit a written time schedule to the Director for modifying the site to meet minimum requirements. The permittee shall provide copies of revised plans and certification in writing to the Director that the changes have been made. _ H. SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE D� MAY U 1 1997 1. The permittee shall comply with the following schedule for construction and maiffftabte of:tTie Low Density Option stormwater systems: a. Swales and other vegetated conveyances shall be constructed in their entirety, vegetated, and be operational for their intended use prior to the construction of any built -upon surface except roads. b. During construction, erosion shall be kept to a minimum and any eroded areas of the swales or other vegetated conveyances will be repaired immediately. 2. The permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to operate the permitted stormwater management systems at optimum efficiency to include: a. Inspections b. Sediment removal. C. Mowing, and revegetating of the side slopes. d. Immediate repair of eroded areas. e. Maintenance of side slopes in accordance with approved plans and specifications. 3. The permittee shall submit a copy of the recorded deed restrictions which indicates the approved built - upon area per lot within 30 days of the date of recording. 4. The permittee shall submit the Engineer/Owner/Designer/Permittee Certification within 30 days of completion of the project. The permittee shall submit all information requested by the Director or his representative within the time frame specified in the written information request. III. GENERAL CONDITIONS Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C. 2. The permit issued shall continue in force and effect until revoked or terminated. State Stormwater Management Systems Ntmit N 4WR 9(^a 19M M'f 3. The permit may be modified, revoked and reissued or terminated for cause. The filing of a request for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination does not stay any permit condition. 4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Director from reopening and modifying the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative Code, Subchapter 2H.1000; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al. 5. The permit is not transferable to any person except after notice to and approval by the Director. The Director may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit to change the name and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary. A formal permit request must be submitted to the Division of Water Quality accompanied by the appropriate fee, documentation from both parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request will be considered on its merits, and may or may not be approved. 6. The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes, riles, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction. 7. The permittee grants permission to DEHNR Staff to enter the property during business hours for the purposes of inspecting the stormwater control system and it's components. R1 Permit issued this the 31st day of March, 1997. MAY 01 1997 �I NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISLSM DIVISION OF TAL MANAGEMENT A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number SW8 960319 Modification 5 DIVISION OF WATER QUALI NOR711 CAROLINA STORMWATER MANAGEMEN-I' PERMIT I. GENERAL INFORMATION (Please prim clearly or typr) I. Project Name Cape MAR 0 71997 2. Location, directions to project (include County, Address, State Road) Attach map. one low County, NCSR 1568, North Topsail Beach 3. Owner's Name Island Development Group, Inc. Phone 803-248-4332 4. Owner's Mailing Address . P.O. Box 949 Cif Conway SC Zip 29526 5. Nearest Receiving Stream Alligator Bay Class SA/ORW 6.Projectdescription 61 Lot Residential Subdivision 11. PERMIT INFORMATION 1. Permit No. (To befdledinbyl) 2. Application Date March 6, 1997 (3-ZS-'i'j feyt5ec�� Feeenclosed$ 225.00 3.PermitType: New Renewal X Modification (existing Permit No.) SW8960319 4. Project Type: X Low Density _Detention_Infiltration_Redevelop General_Alter_Offsite 5. Other State/Federal Permits/Approvals Required (ateck appropriate bia,&;s) lPrmi CAMA Major Sedimentation/Erosion Control X 40MAY 01 199t J� M. BUILT UPON AREA (Please seeNGC211.lOQS rhry.1007for applicable density limits! DIVISION OF COASTAL MA14AGEMENT Drainaee Basin Classification SA/ORW Existing Built -upon Area -24% d Proposed Built -upon Area R.(QZ-34-49• Ac. Total Project Area 3.�'' 3$.4q -9'-67t-Ac' % Built -upon Area 25% Drainaee * Breakdown of Impervious Area Basin (Please indicate below the design impervious area) Homesites Buil&ems 312,564 Streets 81,717 Parking/SW 13,920 Other 10,948 Totals 419,149 or 9.62 Ac. IV. STORMWATER TREATMENT (Describe how rise narofJwill betreated) * See Attached Calculation Sheet for additional Grassed Swale information. V. VI. VI:. cc: DEED RESTRICTIONS AND PROTECTIVE COVENANTS Deed restrictions and protective covenants are required to be recorded for all low density projects and all - subdivisions prior to the sale of any lot. Please see Attachment A for the specific items that must be recorded for the type of project applied for. By your signature below, you certify that the recQrded_deed restrictions and protective covenants for this project shall include all the items required by the permit, that the covenants will be binding on all parties and persons claiming under them, that they will run with the land, that the covenant cannot be changed or deleted without concurrence from the State, and that they will be recorded prior to the sale of any lot. OWNER'S CERTIFICATION * I, ' y me4'\'L_y1- 1 A'.+ 'l`` , certify that the information included on this permit (Please print clearly or type) application form is correct, that the project will be constructed in conformance with the approved plans, that the deed restrictions will be recorded with all required permit conditions, and that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed project complies with the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H.1000. I authorize the bellow named person or firm to submit stormwater plans on my behalf. �, �'<-/lM1c) I(2G(RZ Owner/Authorized Agent Signature and Title Date * AGENT AUTFIORIZATION (Pleate fill in the name of the engineer/surveyor authorized to submit plans on the owner's behalf.) Person or firm name Parker & Associates, Inc., Gordon R. McAdams, P.E. Mailing Address P.O. Box 976 City Jacksonville State NC Zip 28541 Phone 910-455-2414 I j Please submit application, fee, plans and calculations to the appropriate Regional Office. MAY 01 1997 Applicant/WiRO//Central Files * Agent previously authorized under original permit DIVISION OF COASTAL MA14AGEMENT ice se.bnl Illj��s MAR 0 7 1997 ATTACHMENT A MAR 0 71997 LOW DENSITY AND ALL SUBDIVISION PROJECT ,• sJai W{y�www w GENERAL. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS -- — -- — — A completed stormwater permit application. Two sets of plans showing north arrow, scale, revision date, property/project boundaries, lot lines, proposed and existing contours, drainage areas, mean high water line, wetlands, easements, the 30' minimum vegetated buffer between impervious areas and surface waters, proposed impervious areas, and road cross -sections. 3. Calculations of the built -upon area, For subdivisions, please show the methodology for arriving at the per lot built -upon area. For non -subdivision projects, please break down the calculation into buildings, roads, parking, and other (include all impervious areas). 4. Low density projects with curb outlet systems will require: a. Drainage area delineation and swale locations shown on the plans. b. Detail of the swale, showing minimum 5:1 side slope. C. Velocity calculations, indicating a non -erosive flow for the 10 yr storm. d.. Inlet and outlet elevations. Maximum longitudinal slope is 5%. e. The type of vegetated cover specified on the plans. f. A flow spreader mechanism located at the Swale entrance. g. A signed Operation and Maintenance Plan. DEED RESTRICTION REQUIREMENTS The following statements must be included for all low density projects, and for all subdivisions: No more than 5,124 square feet of any lot, including that portion of the right-of-way between the edge of pavement and the front lot line, shall be covered by impervious structures, including asphalt, gravel, concrete, brick, stone, slate or similar material, not including wood decking or the water surface of swimming pools. Thus covenant is intended to ensure continued compliance with the stormwater permit issued by the State of North Carolina. 77.1c covenant may not be changed or deleted without the consent of the State. No one may fill in or pipe any roadside or lot -line swale, except as necessary to provide a minimum driveway crossing. For curb outlet system projects, no one may pipe, fill in, or alter any lot line swale used to meet North Carolina Stormwater Management Permit requirements. NOTE If lot sizes vary significantly, the owner/developer must provide an attachment [sting each _lot number, size, and the allowable built -upon area for each lot. J ' n r' ` r J MAY Ol 1997 DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT BUILT -UPON AREA CALCULATIONS CAPE ISLAND WITH CLUB HOUSE ADDITION Stormwater Project Area for Subdivision Stormwater Project Area for Club House Total Area Total Number of Lots Built -Upon Area Streets Boat Ramp Recreation Area Ocean Access Park Sewage Pump Station Access Drive Proposed Club House Building (including overhangs) Proposed Club House Gravel Parking and Drive Area TOTAL Maximum Built -Upon Area for Total Project Maximum Built -Upon Area for Lots 38.06 Acres 0.43 Acres 38.49 Acres 61 81,717 S.F. 6,728 S.F. 10,000 S.F. 3,120 S.F. 1,100 S.F. 3,420 S.F. 106,585 S.F. or 2.45 Acres 25.0% (0.25 x 38.49 Acres x 43,560 Ft.Z/Ac ) - 106,585 61 = 5,124 S.F./Lot Check: (Reduced from 5,129 S.F./Lot) Total Built -Upon Area: 106,585 S.F. + (5,124 S.F./Lot) (61 Lots) = 419,149 S.F. = 9.62 Acres 9.62 Acres/38.49 = 25% 10621110 T101117115 MAY 01 1997 DIVISION OF COASTAL MAI4AGEMF-NT D E C E I V E MAR 0 71997 C PROJ # D (0V3i DEM-P & E Fax:919-733-0719 May 5 '97 9:51 P.02/05 State.of North Carolina Department of, Environment, Health and Natural Resources Dlvlsion of Water Quality James B. Hunt, Jr., Govemor Jonathan S. Howes, Secretary A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.E•, Director May 1.1997 Mr. Bennie J. Tripp, Vice -President North Topsail Water and Sewer 1168 New River Inlet Drive North. Topsail Beach, North Carolina 28460 pEHNR Subject: N h TOpgWii Water129 and Sewer Cape Island Sewer Extension Onslow county Dear Mr. Tripp In accordance with your application received March 31.1 d S, we are forwarding co t in herewith Permit No. WQ0012128, dated May 1, 1997, to North Topsail Water and Sewer for the continued construction and operation Of' subject wastewater collection extension• Please be advised the only modification being made to this permit at this time is the transfer of flow from one of the previously approved lots to the clubhouse. This permit now approves the connection of 23, three bedroom homes and the clubhouse (instead of the previously approved '24, three bedroom homes). This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, shall hereby void Permit No. WQOOI2129, issued May 3, 1996, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein. If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right to request an adjudieatory hearing upon written request within thirty (30) days following receipt of s P.O. Drawer thisto repermit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter I SOB o e North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 27447, Raleigh, NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding. If you need additional information concerning this matter, Please contact'.R"ick.Mootts:at (919) 733 5083 extension 527. Sincerely, A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.R. cc: Onsloiv County Healtb Department Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Section Parker and Associates, Inc. I nm FNt (919) 733-07110 )n P.O, Box 29535, Ralei®h, North Caroitna 2782ros3s 7alephone (919)733-50 An Equal Opponun ty Affirmative Action F-nployef 50recycled/ 1Dal, patt-consumer paper DEM-P & E Fax:919-733=0719 May 5 197 9:52 P.03/05 7. Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility has been installed in accordance with this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials. Mail the Certification to the Water Quality Permits and Engineering Unit, P.D. Box: 29535, Raleigh, NC 27626-0535. $. A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for a minimum of five years from the date of the completion of construction. 9. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality, in accordance with North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6(a)to 143-215.6(c). 10, The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittm from complying with any and all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances which may be imposed by other government agencies (local, state, and federal) which have jurisdiction. 11. The Perrmttce shall provide for the pump station and force main the following items: a. Pump on/off elevations located so that 2-8 pumping cycles may be achieved per hour in the pump station,, b. An air relief valve located at all high points along the force main, c. A screened vent for the wet well, d. Fillets located in the wet well at the intersection of the flooring and sidewalls, c. Three feet of cover (minimum) over the force main or the use of ferrous material where three feet cannot be maintained, f. Sufficient devices which will protect the pump station from vandals, and g. Flood protection if the pamp, station is located below the 100-year flood elevation. 12. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate Corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division of Water Quality, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities. 13. NONCOMPLIANCE NOTIFICATION: The Perinittee shall report by telephone to the Wilmington Regional Office,-tcicphone number (910) 395-3900 as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 boars or on the next working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of the following: a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility incapable of adequate wastewater transport, such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc:; or b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility. Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report in letter form within five (5):days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. DEM-P & E Fax:919-733-0719 May 5 '97 9:53 P.04/05 NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND NATURAL RESOURCES RALEIGH WASTEWATER COLLECTION PERMIT In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations PERMISSION 1S FUMMY GRANTED TO North Topsail Water and Sewer Onslow County FOR THE continued construction and operation of approxim linear feet of 8 inch gravity sewer, an 80 GPM pump station with duplex pumps, water alarms, pow�readapproximately 1,575 linearfeet of 4 inch force main to serve 2 three bedroom homeand the discharge of 8,475 GPD of collected domestic wastewater Ire N�tnnc :1's existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received March 31, 1997, and in conformity with the project plan, specifications, and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources and considered a part of this permit. This petinit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, shall hereby void Permit No. WQ0012128, issued May 3, 1996, and shall be subject to the following specified conditions and limitations: 1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with the conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting data. 2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the application and other supporting data. 3. The facilities must be properly maintained and operated at all times. 4. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the North Topsail Water and Sewer Wastewater Treatment Facility prior to being land applied by spray irrigation. 5. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be submitted to the Division of Water Quality accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this rerynest will be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. 6. Construction of the sewers, pump station(s) and force main shall be scheduled so as not to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of wastewater to the surface waters of the State. DEM-P & E Fax:919-733-0719 May 5 '97 9:53 P.05/05 14. No flow ih excess of the quantity permitted herein shall be made tributary to the subject sewer system until an application for permit modification for an increase in flow has been submitted to and approved by the Division of water Quality. 15, If future plans modify the alignment of this approved sewer extension, including, but not limited to the redirection of the flow to the existing Villa Capriani Resort pump station, or if the pump station capacity changes, a modification of this permit shall be requited, 16. A stormwater management plan must be submitted to and approved by the Wilmington Regional Office in accordance with 15 NCAC 2FI.1000. Permit issaed this the first day,of May, 1997. NORTH CARO1 INA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION A. Preston Howard, Jr., P.13., Director Division of Water Quality By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission Permit Number WQ0012128 a llorth Carolina Department of Cultural Resources James B. Hunt Jr., Governor Betty Ray McCain, Secretary March 10, 1997 Mr. Gary K. Joyner Kilpatrick Stockton LLP Suite 400 4101 Lake Boone Trail Raleigh, NC 27607 Re-�4wCape Island Project, Onslow County; ER 96-9149 Dear Mr. Joyner: Division of Archives and History Jeffrey J. Crow, Director Thank you for your letter of February 27, 1997. We have reviewed the documents accompanying your letter, including the letters from Garrow and Associates, and offer the following comments. Based on the Management Summary for site 31 ON190, we concur with the Garrow & Associates conclusion that sufficient archaeological investigations have been conducted to mitigate the impacts of the proposed subdivision road construction. Therefore, we recommend no further arch to ical investi ations within the roadway footprint and concur that construction of the road may proceed as panned. Pending receipt of the complete report on the investigations, however, we are unable to concur with their recommendations regarding restrictive convenants elsewhere on the Cape Island property. Upon receipt and review of the report, including appropriate maps and justifications, we will complete our evaluation of the Garrow and Associates recommendations. Until then, no ground disturbing activities should occur on the property other than the road construction. The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36 CFR Part 800. Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comment, please contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919/733-4763. Sincerely, GU"nR) David Brook Deputy State Historic Preservation Officer DB:slw/ cc: ✓John Parker Jr., Division of Coastal Management Paul Webb, Garrow and Associates 109 East Jones Street • Raleigh, North Carolina 27601-2807 PARKER & ASSOCIATES, INC. ShgpinS Hor12p�S Consulting Engineers - Land Surveyors - Land Planners 306 New Bridge Street - P.O. Box 976 Jacksonville, NC 28541-0976 (910) 455-2414 - Fax:(910) 455-3441 May 20, 1997 VIA FAX (919) 733-1495 AND MAIL Mr. John Parker Major Permits Coordinator Division of Coastal Management P.O. Box 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 RE: ownership Name Change Cape Island Subdivision North Topsail Beach Onslow County, NC Dear Mr. Parker: This letter will confirm our conversation regarding the owner's name change for the above project. Permit #124-96 was issued to Island Development Group, Inc. This name has been changed to Island Development Group, LLC. It is requested that you change your records to reflect this name change. It is also my understanding that the modification of this permit to include the Clubhouse will now be issued under the new name. As always, we very much appreciate your assistance in reviewing these projects and apologize for any inconvenience. Please advise if additional information is required at this time. Very truly yours, RKE A IA S, C. n W. Parker sident JWP/adh fc: Mr. Jim Latschaw (910-763-6561) Ms. Sandy Wright, BB & T Mr. Charles Lanier, Esq. Mr. Charles Mantooth, IDGLLC xc: CF (P) GRM, LAM RFcF'� CpgsTq( MA�gG FMFNT ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING ■ STORM WATER MANAGEMENT ■ WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTING 0 FEASIBILITY REPORTS 0 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE 0 CONSTRUCTION PLANS PARKER & R�SDCIA'C_ _',�-34a1 Pill -I 20,9' 16 0 >i_ ...= P.01 PARKER & ASSOCIATE.. , tNtL. Cvnsutting Engineers _ Land Surve) ors - Land Planners 306 Ne%, P=idbe Street - P,Q. box 976 Jaekiomille, NC 28541-0976 (9'0)'455-2414 - Fax:(910)455-3441 VIA FAX (919) 733-1495 AND MAIL Mr. John Parker Major Permits Coordinator Division of Coastal Management P.O. BuX 27687 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611 Dear Mr. Parker: pin(i Horii,.,� S i May 20, 1997 RE: Ownership Name Change Cape Island subdivision North Topsail Beach Onslow County, NC This _o,rm our conversation regarding the rwner'r> na. ove project. Permit ,f124--96 >uGd to roup, Inc. -'his name has bF chahgeb to Island Levi_,,. Group, LLC. It is requester t vou change your records to reflect this name change. It my understanding that the modification of this permit to i:c!u<ie the Clubhouse will now be issued under the new name. As always, we very much appreciate your assistance in reviewing these projects and apologize for any inconvenience. Please advise if additional information is required at this time. Very truly yours, JKE A • 'IA S, 1NO, Par'kernt JWP/adh fc: Mr. Jim Latschaw (910-763-6561) Ms. Sandy Wright, BB & T Mr. Charles Lanier, Esq. Mr. Charles Mantooth, IDGLLC XC: CF (P) GRM, LAM ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINLURTNG ■ ST0R>1 W'A1'Ek SIANAGE\IF%} ■ «A1 Fit AND WASTE WATER SYSTENIS ,EL0P*,1ENTC0NSVLTING a FEASIB1LnY'REPORTS 0 FNI,7R0Na1F.4TALSCtFNC9 ■ CONSTRUCIIONPLANS State of North Carolina Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources A7*A Division of Coastal Management James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor p E H N IR Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary Roger N. Schecter, Director June 9, 1997 Island Development Group, LLC 3211 Riverside Drive Danville, VA 24541 Dear Sir The enclosed permit constitutes authorization under the Coastal Area Management Act, and where applicable, the State Dredge and Fill Law, for you to proceed with your project proposal. The original (buff -colored form) is retained by you and it must be available on site when the project is inspected for compliance. Please sign both the original and the copy and return the copy to this office in the enclosed envelope. Signing the permit and proceeding means you have waived your right of appeal described below. If you object to the permit or any of the conditions, you may request a hearing pursuant to NCGS 113A-121.1 or 113-229. Your petition for a hearing must be filed in accordance with NCGS Chapter 150B with the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 11666, Raleigh, NC 27611, (919) 733-2698 within twenty (20) days of this decision on your permit. You should also be aware that if another qualified party submits a valid objection to the issuance of this permit within twenty (20) days, the matter must be resolved prior to work initiation. The Coastal Resources Commission makes the final decision on any appeal. The project plan is subject to those conditions appearing on the permit form. Otherwise, all work must be carried out in accordance with your application. Modifications, time extensions, and future maintenance require additional approval. Please read your permit carefully prior to starting work and review all project plans, as approved. If you are having the work done by a contractor, it would be to your benefit to be sure that he fully understands all permit requirements. From time to time, Department personnel will visit the project site. To facilitate this review, we request that you complete and mail the enclosed Notice Card just prior to work initiation. However, if questions arise concerning permit conditions, environmental safeguards, or problem areas, you may contact Department personnel at any time for assistance. By working in accordance with the permit, you will be helping to protect our vitally important coastal resources. Very sincerely, John R. Parker, Jr. Major Permits Processing Coordinator JRP:jr/amw Enclosure P.O. Box 27687, ��FAX 919-733-1495 Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 �C An Equal FAX Action Employer Voice 919-733-2293 50% recycled/10% post -consumer paper STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA COUNTY OF ONSLOW DECLARATION OF COVENANTS, CONDITIONS AND RESTRICTIONS FOR CAPE ISLAND THIS DECLARATION is made and executed this day of , 1997, by Island Development Group, L.L.C., a Virginia Limited Liability Company existing under the laws of the State of Virginia, with its principal office located at 135 Cambridge Drive, Danville, Virginia, 24541, hereinafter referred to as "Declarant". WITNESSETH: WHEREAS, the Declarant is the fee simple owner of certain real property located in Stump Sound Township, Onslow County, North Carolina, being more particularly described as Lots 7, 8, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 34, 35, 36, 48, 50, 51, 52, 55, 57, and 58 as shown on the plat of survey entitled "CAPE ISLAND, Section I", dated April 17, 1997, prepared by Parker & Associates, Inc., recorded in Map Book , Page Slide Onslow County Registry ("Plat'), the description of which is incorporated herein by reference (hereinafter referred to as the "Property"); and WHEREAS, the Declarant desires to provide for the preservation of the values in said community and for the maintenance of said common areas, and to this end, desires to subject the Property to the covenants, restrictions, easements, charges and liens (hereinafter referred to collectively as the "Restrictions") as hereinafter set forth, for the benefit of the Property and each owner thereof, and WHEREAS, the Declarant has deemed it desirable, for the efficient preservation of the values in said community, to create a method of maintaining the common areas, administering and enforcing the covenants and restrictions and levying, collecting and disbursing the special assessments and charges hereinafter created; and WHEREAS, the Declarant desires for the considerations set forth above and the resulting benefits to all parties acquiring a portion of the property that the Restrictions shall run with, burden and bind the Property; NOW, THEREFORE, the Declarant hereby declares the Property is and shall be held, transferred, sold, conveyed, occupied and used subject to the Restrictions hereinafter set forth, for and during the period of time hereinafter specified. ARTICLE I The following words when used in this Declaration or any Supplement or amendment hereto (unless the context shall prohibit) shall have the following meanings: (a) "Committee" shall mean and refer to the committee of persons appointed pursuant to Article VII to supervise the preservation of the architectural and aesthetic values of the Property, and to supervise the maintenance and repair of the common areas, and the easements for utilities which are shown on any recorded subdivision plat of the Property. Declarant shall be deemed to be the Committee until such time as the rights and powers of the Declarant are transferred or assigned as herein provided. (b) "Common Area" shall mean and refer to all real property (including improvements thereto) owned by the Committee and/or Association later to be formed for the common use and enjoyment of the Owners, their Guests, and Pedestrians. (c) "Declarant" shall mean and refer to Island Development Group, L:L.C., its successors and assigns. (d) "Dwelling" shall mean and refer to any portion of a building situated upon the Property designed and intended for use and occupancy as a residence by a single family. (e) "Lot shall mean and refer to the separately numbered parcels depicted on the recorded subdivision map of the Property or any recombination of Lots into one or more Lots as provided in Article XI or any numbered lots added to the Property by Amendment as provided in Article XII. (f) "Owner" shall mean and- refer to the record owner, whether one or more person or entity, of the fee simple title to any Lot, but shall not mean or refer to any mortgagee or subsequent holder of a mortgage, unless and until such mortgagee or holder has acquired title pursuant to foreclosure or any proceedings in lieu of foreclosure. (g) "Improvement' shall mean and refer to any thing or device, including trees, shrubbery and landscaping, the placement of which upon any Lot may affect the appearance of such Lot including by way of illustration and not limitation, any building, garage, shed, mail box, greenhouse, bathhouse, coop, cage, covered or uncovered patio, swimming pool, clothesline, radio or television antenna, fence, curbing, paving, wall, signboard or any other temporary or permanent improvement to such Lot. (h) "Contributing Lot' shall mean and refer to each of the numbered parcels of the Property as shown on the recorded plat of Cape Island, Section 1 which are subject to assessments under this Declaration and any numbered Lots added to the Property by Amendment as provided in Article XII. (i) "Turnover Date" shall mean the date on which Declarant, its successors or assigns, transfers all retained rights under this Declaration to the Committee as provided in Article VH hereof. 0) "Institutional Mortgagee" shall mean any mortgage company, insurance company, bank or other lending institution licensed by the United States of America, any individual state, or the Declarant on any mortgage in which it is mortgagee. (k) "Capital Improvements" shall mean any improvement to the infrastructure, common areas, and easement areas of the development. (1) "Additional Property" shall mean all those areas or parcels of land depicted as "Reserved by Owner" as shown on the recorded subdivision plat of Cape Island, Section 1. (m) "Cape Pointe" shall mean Lots 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 28 and 29 as shown on the recorded subdivision map of the Property and any numbered Lots added thereto by Declarant by Amendment to this Declaration. ARTICLE II PROPERTY SUBJECT TO THIS DECLARATION Section 1. Existing Property. The real property subject to this Declaration shall be all of Lots 7, 8, 13, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 23, 24, 28, 29, 30, 34, 35, 36, 48, 50, 51, 52, 55, 57 and 58 as shown on the plat of survey entitled "Cape Island, Section I", dated April 17, 1997, prepared by Parker & Associates, Inc., recorded in Map Book , Page Slide , Onslow, County Registry. N ARTICLE III RESERVATIONS OF EASEMENTS AND PUBLIC ACCESS Section 1. Reservation of Easement. Declarant or Committee reserve to themselves, their successors and assigns, easements for roadway and utilities including electrical, telephone and television transmission facilities, water, sewer, natural gas pipelines, drainage and other utilities necessary for development of the Property. These easements are more particularly described in said recorded plat and the said easements shall be permanent, in nature, and shall run with the land; and Section 2, Pedestrians. Pedestrians shall have the right of access over the public access area(s) as shown on the said recorded plat. ARTICLE IV COVENANT FOR MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT Section 1. Creation of the Lien and Personal Obligation of Assessments. The Declarant or Committee for itself and its successors and assigns, and for each Lot, owned within the Property, hereby covenants, and each Owner of any Lot, by acceptance of a deed therefor, whether or not it shall be so expressed in such deed, is deemed to covenant and agree to pay his pro rata share, as hereinafter set forth, of any special assessments for capital improvements, maintenance, reconstruction, repair and the like, and for improvements which serve the entire..community, such assessments to be fixed, established and collected as hereinafter provided. The special assessments together with interest, costs and reasonable attorney's fees, shall be a charge on the Lot and shall be a continuing lien upon the Property against which each such assessment is made. Each such assessment, together with interest, costs and reasonable attorney's fees, shall also be the personal obligation of the person who was the Owner of such Property at the time when the assessment fell due or was declared in accordance with the provisions hereof. The personal obligation for delinquent assessments shall pass to his successors in title and each shall be jointly and severally liable for delinquent assessments and related costs as above provided. In no event, however, shall a mortgagee who acquires title through foreclosure or proceeding in lieu of foreclosure, be subject to delinquent assessments. Once a Lot Owner sells or conveys his Lot, he shall not be responsible for any assessments made after the recording date of transfer. The assessments provided for herein and all installments thereof may be adjusted from time to time by the Declarant or Committee, if applicable, to reflect the changes in the number of and status of Contributing Lots by virtue of foreclosure or proceeding in lieu of foreclosure or otherwise. Accordingly, it is recognized and agreed by each Lot Owner, for himself and his heirs, executors, successors and assigns, that in the event an individual Lot Owner fails or refuses to pay his assessment or any portion thereof, then, upon the discretion of the Declarant or Committee, the other Lot Owners may be responsible for increased assessments due to the nonpayment by a Lot Owner, and such increased assessments can and may be enforced as herein provided. This shall in no way relieve the nonpaying Lot Owner from his obligation under this Declaration. Any monetary recovery from the nonpaying Lot Owner shall be paid on a pro rata basis to the Lot Owners who were subject to and paid the increased assessment. Section 2. Purpose of Assessments. The assessments levied by the Declarant or Committee shall be used exclusively for the maintenance and upkeep of the Common Areas of the Property, and for services and facilities devoted to this purpose, including, but not limited to, the repair, replacement, and additions to the entrance areas, the club house, the boat ramp and for the cost of labor, equipment, materials, management and supervision thereof, and for improvements which serve the entire Cape Island community. Section 3. Special Assessments. The Declarant or Committee may levy in any year a special assessment (which must be fixed at one uniform rate for each affected Lot as a separate entity equivalent to every other affected Lot), for the purpose of defraying, in whole or in part, the cost of any construction, maintenance, reconstruction, repair or replacement of 3 a capital improvement; provided, however, that after control has been transferred to the Committee by Declarant, any such assessment shall have the assent of two-thirds (2/3) of the votes of each class of members who are voting in person or by proxy at a meeting duly called for this purpose, written notice of which shall be sent to the affected Lot Owners, not less than thirty (30) days, nor more than sixty (60) days, in advance of the meeting setting forth the date, place and purpose of the meeting. Notice shall be sent to the Lot Owners address as listed in the Onslow County Tax Office. The Declarant shall not be required to obtain Owner approval to levy any assessment prior to the Turnover Date as hereinabove defined. Section 4. Quorum for any Action Authorized Under Section 3. The Quorum required for any action authorized by Section 3 of this Article shall be as follows: At the first meeting called, the presence of members or of proxies entitled to cast forty percent (40%) of all the votes entitled to be cast shall constitute a quorum. If the required quorum is not present, another meeting may be called subject to the same notice requirement and the required quorum at the subsequent meeting shall be one-half (1/2) of the required quorum at the preceding meeting. No such subsequent meeting shall be held more than sixty (60) days following the preceding meeting. Owner. the Lien. Remedies. If any assessment is not paid on the date when due, as specified herein, then such assessment shall be deemed delinquent and shall, together with such interest thereon and cost of collection therefore as are hereinafter provided, continue as a lien on the Lot which shall bind such Lot in the hands of the then Owner, his heirs, devisees, personal representatives, successors and assigns. In addition to such lien rights, the personal obligation of the then Owner to pay such assessment, however, shall remain his personal obligation and shall also pass to his successors in title as a joint and several liability. If the assessment is not paid within thirty (30) days after the delinquency date, the assessment shall bear interest from the date of delinquency at the rate of twelve percent (12%) per annum and the Declarant or Committee may bring legal action against the Owner personally obligated to pay the same or may enforce or foreclose the lien against the property; and in the event a judgment is obtained, such judgment shall include interest on the assessment above provided and a reasonable attorney's fee to be fixed by the court together with the costs of the action. No Owner of a Lot may waive or otherwise escape liability for the assessments provided for herein by non-use of the easement areas, or abandonment of his Lot. Section 6. Establishment of Liens. Any and all assessments made by the Declarant or the. Committee, if applicable, in accordance with the provisions of this Declaration with interest thereon and costs of collection, including, but not limited to, legal fees, are hereby declared to be a charge and continuing lien upon each Contributing Lot against which each such assessment is made. Each assessment against a Contributing Lot, together with interest thereon, including, but not limited to, legal fees, shall be the personal obligation of the Owner of the Contributing Lot. Said lien shall be effective only from and after the time of the recordation amongst the public records of the county of a written, acknowledged statement by the Declarant or Committee setting forth the amount due as of the date the statement is signed. Upon full payment of all sums secured by that lien, the party making payment shall be entitled to a satisfaction of the statement of lien in recordable form. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein contained, where an Institutional Mortgagee of record obtains title to a Contributing Lot as a result of foreclosure, its successors or assigns, shall not be liable for the share of assessments pertaining to such Contributing Lot or chargeable to the former Owner thereof which became due prior to the acquisition of title as a result of the foreclosure or deed in lieu thereof, unless the assessment against the Contributing Lot in question is secured by a claim of lien for assessments that is recorded prior to the recordation of the mortgage which was foreclosed or with respect to which a deed in lieu of foreclosure was given. Section 7. Affected Lot. All Lots are considered to be equally benefitted by the Capital/Common Improvements, and easements, and shall therefore equally share in the costs to maintain, repair and/or operate such facilities. n Section 8. Exempt property. All properties within the boundaries of the plat of Cape Island dedicated to and accepted by a governmental body, agency, authority, or utility and devoted to public use shall be exempted from the special assessments, charges and liens created pursuant to. this Declaration. ARTICLE V ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW Section 1. Construction Subject to Review. No construction, modification, alteration or improvement of any nature whatsoever (except interior alterations not affecting the external structure or appearance of a house) shall be undertaken on any Lot unless and until a plan of such construction or alteration shall have been approved in writing by the Declarant or Committee, if applicable, in accordance with this Article. Modifications subject to architectural control specifically include, but are not limited to, painting or other alteration of a building (including doors, windows and roof); installation of antennas, satellite dishes or receivers, solar panels or other devices; construction of fountains, swimming pools, whirlpools or other pools; construction of walls or fences; addition of awnings, gates, flower boxes, shelves, statutes or other outdoor ornamentation or patterned brightly colored window coverings; and any alteration of the landscaping topography of the Lot, including without limitation any .planting, cutting or removal of trees or plants. Normal lawn mowing and trimming of shrubs, bushes and/or trees, pursuant to local standards and accepted pruning practices, are permitted without prior approval. Section 2. Procedures. a) It is suggested that a preliminary architectural and landscaping plan be submitted for review prior to final application. The preliminary review by the Declarant or Committee shall be performed at no charge. b) The plans to be submitted for approval shall include (a) the construction plans and specifications, including all proposed landscaping, (b) an elevation or rendering of all proposed improvements, and (c) such other items as the Declarant or Committee may deem appropriate. If the Declarant or Committee fails to approve or disapprove the plans within thirty (30) days after submission of all requested plans and specifications, approval shall be deemed to have been granted unless the applicant agrees to an extension. c) A certified check in the amount of $1,000 payable to the Declarant or Committee'shall accompany the submittal of the final architectural and landscaping plans. The review processing fee shall be the sum of $200.00. The remaining $800 shall be returned to the lot owner once the residence is completed and occupancy permit obtained provided there is no damage or adverse impact to the development resulting from the construction. If there is such damage or adverse impact, the remaining funds shall be used to offset the cost of correcting the said damage or adverse impact. The monies paid under this section shall not limit the liability of a lot owner who causes additional damage to the project. Section 3. Basis for Decision. The Declarant or Committee shall approve or disapprove the application in its discretion, based upon the following factors: the nature, kind, shape, color, height, type and quality of materials and location of the proposed improvements; harmony with surrounding structures and topography; and other factors, including purely aesthetic consideration, which in the sole opinion of the Declarant or the Committee will affect the desirability or suitability of the construction. The Declarant or the Committee shall also have. the right to determine the type and number of structures which may be, constructed on a Lot. All mail boxes and lattice work shall be of like design and materials which shall be established by the Declarant or Committee. Section 4. Construction. If approval is given or deemed to be given, construction and improvements applied for may begin, provided that all such construction is in accordance with the submitted plans and specifications. The Declarant or Committee shall have the right to enjoin any construction not in conformance with approved plans and specifications, and shall have all other remedies at law or equity. 5 Section 5. Liability. Approval by the Declarant or the Committee shall not constitute a basis for any liability for failure of the plans to conform to any applicable building codes, guarantee the availability of flood insurance coverage, or inadequacy or deficiency in the plans resulting in defects in the improvements. Each Lot Owner shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary technical data, and to make application and to obtain the approval of the appropriate governmental agencies prior to commencement of any construction. Section 6. Assignment by Declarant. The Declarant shall have the right to assign its architectural review and approval rights and responsibilities under Article V of this Declaration, to the Committee as provided in Article VII of this Declaration. ARTICLE VI PROTECTIVE COVENANTS Section 1. Residential Use. Each Lot in the Property shall be used for single family residential purposes only. No building or structure intended for or adapted to business purposes (including the storage of business supplies), and no apartment house, rooming house, hotel, motel, lodge, inn, or bed and breakfast establishment, medical offices, hospital or other multiple family dwelling or business structure shall be erected, placed, permitted or maintained on such Lot at any time. These restrictions do not prevent the use of a room or rooms within a single family residential structure as a home office provided that such use will not require visits by the general public, involve any onsite employees other than the residents of the home, and require/result in frequent deliveries or visits by other consultants or clients related to such business activities. Section 2. Subdivision of Lots. No Lot shall be subdivided, by sale or otherwise, except toincrease the size of an adjacent Lot in which the event remainder shall be sole or otherwise utilized as a part of the Lot adjacent to it. Section 3. Occupation of Residential Dwelling. No private dwelling erected upon any Lot shall be occupied in any manner while in the course of construction, nor at any time prior to its being fully completed, except by bonafide security personnel: Furthermore, no residence shall be in any manner occupied when completed until it is made to fully comply with the approved plans, the requirements herein, and all other covenants, conditions, reservations, and restrictions herein set forth. Section 4. Timing of Approved Construction Activities. The exterior of all houses and other structures must be completed within one (1) year after construction of the same shall have commenced, except where such completion is impossible or would result in great hardship to the Owner or building because of labor strikes or national emergency or acts of God. . Section 5. Minimum Sizes and Front/Rear Facade Requirements Relating to Residential Structures. Any dwelling constructed on a Lot in Cape Pointe subject to these Restrictions shall contain not less than 1800 square feet of fully enclosed and heated floor area devoted to living purposes (exclusive of roofed or unroofed porches, terraces, garages and any outbuildings) for single story structures; and not less than 2,000 square feet for two- story structures. Ina two or more story dwelling the bottom floor cannot be less than 1,060 square feet. Lots in Cape Pointe must have a total of 400 square feet of covered porches. Architectural Review Committee may allow variances according to the style of the house. There are no covered porch requirements for Lots outside of Cape Pointe, and the square footage requirement is 1600 for one level and 1800 for a two level house. The first floor shall not be less than 1,000 square feet. All Covenants that apply to Cape Pointe shall also apply to the Lots outside of Cape Pointe unless specifically excluded. Section 6. The Earthen Berm. An earthen berm has been constructed around the perimeter of Cape Island as part of the permitting process. The said earthen berm shall be maintained by the lot owners in an unbroken line around the perimeter of Cape Island. Lot owners shall not remove, break through or lower the top of the said berm below a height of 12 inches. 3 Section 7. Wetland Protection. Nationwide permits shall not be available or applied for from the U.S. Army Corps. of Engineers or any State agency for wetland fill on the property. No excavated or fill materials shall be placed at any time in any vegetated wetlands or waters other than the materials placed within the footprint of the road crossing as shown on the survey plat for Cape Island. Section S. Boat Ramp Access. No sewage, whether treated or untreated, shall be discharged at any time from boats using the ramp facility. Section .9. Piers Constructed by Lot Owners. No more than two (2) boat slips shall be permitted for each pier. Only one pier shall be permitted for each water front lot. Section 10. Septic Tanks. The use of septic tanks on the property is prohibited. All sewer shall be furnished through a public, private, or community sewer system. Section 11. General Prohibitions and Requirements. The following general prohibitions and requirements shall apply and control the improvement, maintenance and use of all Lots: a. No mobile home, trailer, camper, tent or temporary house, temporary garage or other temporary outbuilding shall be placed or erected on any Lot, provided, however, that the Declarant or Committee may grant permission for temporary structures for storage of materials during construction. No such temporary structure as may be approved shall be used at any time as a residence. b. Once construction of a dwelling or other improvements are started on any Lot, the improvements must be substantially completed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications within twelve (12) months from commencement. For good cause shown, the Declarant or Committee shall have the right to waive this provision with respect to any Lot Owner. c. During construction of improvements on any Lot, the Owner shall be responsible for providing adequate portable sanitary toilets for use by the construction crew, and said sanitary facilities shall be regularly serviced so as to be maintained in a clean and odor free condition. Additionally during construction on any Lot, the Owner of said Lot shall provide for temporary trash dumpsters and assure that the Lot is cleaned of excess debris on at least a weekly basis. d. All dwellings and permitted structures erected or placed on any Lot shall be constructed of material of good grade, quality and appearance, and all construction shall be performed in good workmanship manner and quality. The exterior siding of all dwellings and permitted structures shall be either wood or stucco, or other building material materials of similar appearance and quality which are guaranteed by the manufacturer for a minimum 20 year period for the environmental conditions expected at Cape Island. No used structures shall be relocated or placed on any Lot and no structures shall have an exterior constructed of concrete blocks, asbestos, batten board, or asphalt siding. The covering for all roofs shall be wood shingles, cedar shake, slate roof, terra cotta clay tiles, heavy grade architectural shingles, or other materials of similar appearance, quality and durability (subject to approval by the Declarant or Committee). Roofing must have a minimum 25 year guarantee. Exceptions, to the list of approved materials for dwellings and structures, if any, will be granted in writing by and at the sole discretion of the Declarant or Committee for similar dimensions, style, and/or appearance. Requests for exceptions to the list of approved materials must be made in writing by the applicant and shall include a manufacturer's brochure describing the material and its suitability for the location (wind, rain and/or flood protection, resistance and/or weathering 7 capabilities), providing colored photographs and/or samples of the material, identifying the location of other projects in similar locations which have made use of the alternate material, and describing the terms and conditions of the minimum 20 year warranty. The requirements of the Declarant or Committee shall control all improvements to any Lot as is specified herein. e. Except structures erected by the Declarant or Committee, no structure erected .upon any Lot may be used as a model exhibit or model house unless prior written permission to do so has been obtained from the Declarant or Committee. CK f. All Lots, whether occupied or unoccupied, shall be well maintained and no unattractive growth of nuisance vegetation or accumulation of 'rubbish or debris shall be permitted. The growth of native vegetation on Lots provides erosion protection to the Property and shall be protected and maintained, and any unnecessary removal of any native vegetation will not be permitted, except as approved in writing by the Declarant or Committee. Live vegetation with a diameter of three (3) inches or larger shall not be cleared or removed except where necessary to allow for placement of structure or maintenance. In the event such growth is removed, except as stated above, the Declarant or Committee may require the replanting or replacement of such damaged vegetation, the full cost thereof, to be borne by the Owner of said Lot. Likewise, the Owner responsible for the unauthorized damage to native vegetation on Lot(s) owned by others will be responsible for the full cost of such offsite replanting/replacement as may be required by the Declarant, the Committee, or the affected Owner(s). . g. Building set back requirements shall be as shown on the recorded plat for Cape Island. Buildings and non -water dependent structures shall be set back not less than 40 feet from any mean high water line. h. The design, size and location of containers for the collection and removal of garbage, trash and other like household refuse shall be subject to and shall require approval of the Declarant or Committee. No trash, ashes, garbage or other refuse shall be dumped or stored or accumulated on any Lot or other area in the subdivision. i. All mechanical equipment (e.g. pool filter and/or heater and air conditioning unit) shall be screened (by approved lattice or fencing, etc.) or otherwise situated on a Lot as to not be visible from the street, or to the occupants of other Lots. j. Any dwelling or improvement on any Lot which is destroyed, in whole or in part, by fire or other casualty must be rebuilt or all debris removed and the Lot restored to a sightly condition with reasonable promptness, provided, however, that in no event shall such debris remain on such Lot longer than one hundred twenty (120) days without the written approval of the Declarant or Committee. In the event the affected Owner fails to clean the Lot in a timely manner or obtain the approval for delays from the Declarant or Committee, the Declarant or Committee shall have the right to enter upon the Lot and arrange for the removal and disposal of said debris. In such an instance, the affected Owner would be responsible for all costs, fees, legal expenses, and other reasonable and applicable charges, and the Declarant or Committee could exercise lien rights as described herein. k. No stripped, partially wrecked, or junked motor vehicle, or part thereof, shall be permitted to be parked or kept on any Lot. All motor vehicles, trailers and/or boats of any type kept on any Lot shall be operational and have current registration and inspection certificates. P 1. All vehicles shall be parked on the designated driveways on each Lot, and no vehicle of any type shall be parked on any street in the subdivision. Except as may otherwise be approved in conjunction with construction activities, no truck nor other vehicle in excess of a one -ton load capacity nor any mobile home, trailer, camper, or similar vehicle shall be parked or kept overnight or longer, on any Lot, in such a manner as to be visible to the occupants of other Lots or the users of any street or recreation area. in. All fuel storage tanks shall be buried below the surface of the ground or enclosed above ground in an approved and environmentally safe manner so as to protect the soils and ground and surface waters. The installation and maintenance of any such facilities shall be performed in strict accordance with local and state environmental standards. n. All outdoor poles, clotheslines, and similar equipment shall be screened or so.placed as not to be visible to the occupants of other Lots. o. All recreational equipment and personal property other than water craft,. automobiles or bicycles must be stored in such a manner as not to be visible from any street or to the occupants of other Lots. p. The mail box and paper box shall be housed in one unit. No mail or paper box or other receptacle of any kind for use in the delivery of mail or newspapers or magazines or similar material shall be erected or located upon any Lot except such receptacle or standard design as shown in Exhibit "A". q. No sign.(excluding typical "For Sale" and builder identification signs or similar signs), billboard or other advertising structure of any kind may be erected or maintained upon any Lot; provided, however, that construction identification signs approved by the Declarant or Committee showing the Lot number and name of the builder may be exhibited upon the Lot during the period of construction. The size and location of all "For Sale" signs must be approved by the Declarant or the Committee. r: All dwelling connections for all utilities including but not limited to, water, electricity, telephone and television shall be run underground from the proper connecting points to the dwelling structure in such manner as may be acceptable to the appropriate utility authority. s. No animals, livestock, or poultry of any kind shall be raised, bred or kept on any Lot, except that dogs, cats or other household pets, not more than two (2), may be kept provided they are not kept, bred or maintained for any commercial purpose, and provided, further, that such pets do not constitute a danger or nuisance to other Lot Owners or to the neighborhood. All domestic pets shall be kept on a leash, or otherwise maintained in a secure fenced area, when outside the residence. Each Owner shall be responsible for picking up any droppings from their pets which are deposited on the road right-of-way or on other Owner's property. t. The erection of fences shall not be permitted unless approved by the Declarant or Committee. u. No window air conditioning units shall be installed in any structure without the prior written consent of the Declarant or Committee. v. No noxious, offensive or illegal trade or activity shall be carried on upon any Lot nor shall anything be done on any Lot that shall be or become an unreasonable annoyance or nuisance to other Lot Owners. w. The State of North Carolina, in accordance with its coastal storm water rules, has limited the amount of impervious surfaces that may be constructed, placed or installed on any Lot. The State of North Carolina currently defines impervious surfaces utilized for such purposes as areas covered by structures and/or paved .41 surfaces including walkways or patios of brick, stone, slate or similar materials. The definition of impervious surfaces as utilized by the Department of Environmental Management of the State of North Carolina, as the same may be amended from time to time, is hereby incorporated by reference. All the Lots collectively, shall not construct, or use thereon impervious areas or surfaces greater than twenty-five (25 %) percent of the over all tract or as may otherwise be limited by applicable regulations. No more than 5,124 square feet of any lot, including that portion of the right- of-way between the edge of pavement and the front lot line, shall be covered by impervious structures, including asphalt, gravel, concrete, brick, stone, slate or similar material, not including wood decking or the water surface of swimming pools. The built upon area for the club house lot shall not exceed 4,520 square feet. Lots within CAMA's Area of Environmental Concern may have the permitted built upon area reduced due to CAMA jurisdictions within the AEC. This covenant is intended to ensure continued compliance with the stormwater permit issued by the State of North Carolina. No one may fill in or pipe any roadside or lot -line swale, except as necessary to provide a minimum driveway crossing. For curb outlet system projects, no one may pipe, fill in, or alter any lot line Swale used to meet North Carolina Stormwater Management Permit requirements. These covenants are intended to insure continued compliance with stormwater runoff rules adopted by the State of North Carolina and, therefore, benefits,may be enforced by the State of North Carolina. Provided, however, that nothing in these covenants shall prohibit the Declarant or Committee from exceeding density limits through permits properly obtained through State Stormwater Rules. Any of the provisions of this instrument may be amended, modified or terminated to comply with stormwater rules now or hereafter adopted by the State of North Carolina by an instrument in writing executed by Declarant or Committee, its successors or assigns. These covenants may not be changed or deleted without the concurrences of the Division of Water Quality for the State of North Carolina. x. All driveways in Cape Pointe shall be constructed of exposed aggregate (stone and cement mix), or concrete brick style paver. The depth and dimensions of which shall be controlled by the Declarant or Committee. Exceptions, if any, will be granted in writing by and at the sole discretion of the Declarant or Committee. In lots outside of Cape Pointe (1-12 and 29-61) the driveways must be of a hard surface such as cement and stone, concrete, asphalt or pavers. ARTICLE VII COMMITTEE Section 1. Transfer and Purpose. At such time as the Declarant, its successors or assigns, shall deem it appropriate, the Declarant shall relinquish and assign all of its rights and obligations under the Declaration to a Committee (throughout this Declaration known as the "Committee"). This Committee shall be charged with the supervision of the preservation of the architectural and aesthetic values of the Property, the supervision of the maintenance and repair of the roadways giving access to each Lot in the Property (unless said roadways have been earlier dedicated to a governmental agency and accepted by said agency), imposing and collecting assessments and the maintenance and supervision of the easements, common areas, boat access areas, club house, ocean parking area as shown on any recorded, subdivision plat of the Property. Section 2. Membership. The initial Committee, consisting of five (5) Lot Owners, shall be appointed by the Declarant for a term of one (1) year. Thereafter the Committee shall be selected annually by the Owners of the Lots in the Property (on a one vote per Lot basis), and shall be vested with the powers and shall be governed by the By-laws which the 10 owners of a majority of the Lots in the Property shall deem appropriate. Section 3. Mcetiag. The annual meeting of Lot Owners or an emergency meeting of Lot Owners shall he called by giving written notice thereof, not less than thirty (30) days nor more than sixty (60) days, in advance of the meeting setting forth the date, place, and purpose of the meeting. Section 4. Ouorum. The quorum required for' any action under this Article shall be as follows: The presence at the meeting of Lot Owners, either in person or by proxy, entitled to cast forty percent (40%) of all the'votes entitled to be cast shall constitute a quorum. If the required quorum is not forthcoming at said meeting, another meeting may be called, subject to the notice requirement set forth in Section 3, and the required quorum at such subsequent meeting shall be one-half (1/2) of the required quorum at the preceding meeting, provided that such subsequent meeting shall not be held more than sixty (60) days following the preceding meeting. Section 5. Assi ng ment. At such time as the Declarant assigns its rights and obligations under this Declaration to the said Committee, the Declarant shall have no further obligations or rights under this Declaration except for those which arise out of the fact that he, she, they or it retain ownership of any Lot in the Property. Until the Declarant assigns its rights and obligations under this Declaration, Declarant shall retain all rights, powers, obligations of the Committee and shall in all respects constitute the Committee. ARTICLE VIII UTILITY. LANDSCAPING AND ROADWAY EASEMENTS Section 1. Landscape. Drainage and Access Easements. The landscape, sign, drainage and access easements shown on the recorded plat for Cape Island are considered to be areas of Common Improvements, and although may be located on private Lots, are intended to benefit all of the Owners. The Declarant or Committee have the right to enter onto said easement areas and provide repairs and/or improvements thereon and thereto which will benefit the overall development plan for Cape Island. Except with the written approval of the Declarant or Committee, the Owners of Lots which contain such easement areas shall not perform maintenance activities, or provide or place any structures, plantings, or other materials which may damage or interfere with the use of said easements including actions which may retard, obstruct, or reverse the flow of water or which may damage or interfere with established slopes or otherwise create erosion problems. Section 2. Wetland Areas Reserved for Drainage Purposes. The wetland areas as identified on the recorded plat, or subsequently revised pursuant to approval by the responsible regulatory agencies, are reserved for drainage purposes including the current drainage contribution of offsite roadway and offsite property discharging to such areas. Except with the written approval of the Declarant or Committee, and subject to local, state and/or federal environmental permitting conditions, the Owners of Lots which contain such wetland areas shall not perform maintenance activities, or provide or place any structures, plantings, or other materials which may damage or interfere with the use or environmental benefit of such areas including actions which may retard, obstruct, or reverse the flow of water or which may damage or interfere with established slopes or otherwise create erosion problems. The streets shown on the recorded Plat are also intended and approved for use for utility and drainage purposes. Except driveway connections and any associated swale crossing improvements, connections to underground utilities, and the installation of approved mail boxes and other approved receptacles, Owners are not permitted to construct any improvements within the right of way of streets within the Property. The public access easement shown on the plat extending from Sailview Drive to the water is provided for the benefit and is available for the use of all Owners, their guests, and Pedestrians. Owners are advised that no parking of vehicles on Lots owned by others adjacent to this easement area is permitted. Declarant has or will install a boat ramp within 11 the boat access area as shown on the recorded subdivision plat for the benefit of all Owners, their Guests and their Guests. All fire representatives shall have an uncontrolled and unrestricted access to enter the private easement areas. ARTICLE IX CERTAIN RIGHTS OF DECLARANT Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein contained, no improvements constructed or installed by Declarant shall be subject to the approval of the Committee or the provisions and requirements of this Declaration, provided however that any such improvements shall be made consistent with the common scheme of development. Notwithstanding the other provisions of this Declaration, Declarant reserves and Declarant and its nominees shall have the right to enter into and transact on the Property any business necessary to consummate the sale, lease or encumbrance of homes or real property including, but not limited to, the right to maintain models and a sales and/or leasing office, place signs, employ sales and leasing personnel, use the Property and show homes, and Declarant reserves and shall have the right to make repairs to the Property and to carry on construction activity for the benefit of the Property. Declarant and its nominees may exercise the foregoing rights without notifying the Committee or Lot Owners. This Article may not be suspended, superseded or modified in any manner by any amendment. to this Declaration unless approved in writing by Declarant in whole or in part. For the purposes of this Article, the term "Declarant" shall include any "Lender" which has loaned money to Declarant to acquire or construct improvements upon the Property or its successors and assigns if such Lender, its successors or assigns, acquires title to any portion of the Property as a result of the foreclosure of any mortgage encumbering any portion of the Property securing any such loan to Declarant or acquires title thereto by deed in lieu of foreclosure: The rights and privileges of Declarant as set forth in this Article, shall terminate upon Declarant no longer owning any portion of the Property (and having any equitable or legal interest therein) or upon such earlier date as Declarant shall notify the Committee in writing of Declarant's voluntary election to relinquish the aforesaid rights and privileges. ARTICLE X INDEMNIFICATION Declarant and each and every member of the.Committee, shall be indemnified by the Owners or any other person against all costs, expenses and liabilities, including legal fees, reasonably incurred by or imposed upon him or her in connection with any proceeding, litigation or settlement in which he or she becomes involved by reason of being or having been a member of the Committee. The foregoing provisions for indemnification shall apply whether or not he or she is a member of the Committee at the time such expenses are incurred. Notwithstanding the above, in instances where a member of the Committee admits or is adjudged guilty of willful misfeasance or malfeasance in the performance of his or her duties, the indemnification provisions of these Protective Covenants shall not apply; otherwise, the foregoing rights to indemnification shall be in addition to and not exclusive of any and all right of indemnification to which a Declarant and member of the Committee may be entitled, whether by statute or common law. ARTICLE XI RE -COMBINATION OF PLATTED LOTS The Owner(s) of two or more Lots within Cape Island (Lots 1 through 61) may combine adjoining Lots into one or more Lots provided that no single Lot as combined shall be less in size and dimension than as originally platted. The Owner(s) shall also have the 12 right to re -divide combined lots to their original size if they should desire to do so. A survey of the recombined or re -divided Lot(s) shall be duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds for Onslow County by the Owner(s) thereof. The recombined Lot(s) as provided in this Article, as well as any Lot which is increased in size pursuant to Article. VI, Section 2, shall be treated as a single Lot under this Declaration. ARTICLE XII ADDITIONAL REAL ESTATE Section 1. Declarant's Right to Add Additional Real Estate. Declarant expressly reserves the right to add additional lots to the Property which is subject to this Declaration. Accordingly, the areas depicted as "Reserved by Owner" may be subdivided into numbered lots by the Declarant and added to this Declaration by Amendment. Section 2. Maximum Number of Additional Lots. The maximum number of additional lots that may be created within the Additional Real Estate is 38 making a total of 61 lots for the Subdivision as Cape Island. Section 3. Applicability of Restrictions. Etc. All Articles of this Declaration shall apply to any and all lots that may be created within the Additional Real Estate. Declarant shall designate any additional lots which are to be included in "Cape Pointe" for purposes of restrictions contained in this Declaration pertaining only to Cape Pointe. Section 4. Method of Adding Additional Lots. Declarant may add additional lots to the Property or delete lots from the Property by Amendment to this Declaration. To be effective, the Amendment shall be duly recorded in the Office of the Register of Deeds from Onslow County. No consent shall be required by any lot owner to effectuate the said Amendment. ARTICLE XIII GENERAL PROVISIONS Section 1. Duration and Amendment. The covenants and restrictions of this Declaration run with and bind the land, and shall inure to the benefit of and be enforceable by the owner of any Lot, subject to this Declaration, their respective legal representatives, heirs, successors and assigns, for a term of thirty (30) years from the date this Declaration is recorded; after which time said covenants shall be automatically extended for successive periods of ten (10) years each unless an instrument signed by Owners of not less than two- thirds (2/3) of the Lots in the Property has been recorded, agreeing to terminate or change said covenants and restrictions in whole or in part; provided, however, that no such agreement to terminate or change shall be effective unless written notice of the proposed agreement is sent to every.Owner at least ninety (90) days in advance of any action taken. Unless specifically prohibited herein, this Declaration may be amended by an instrument signed by Owners of not less than ninety percent (90%) of the Lots at any time until the end of the initial thirty (30) year term and thereafter by an instrument signed by the Owners of not less than two-thirds (2/3) of the Lots. Any amendment must be properly recorded to be effective. Notwithstanding anything to the contrary herein contained, until the Turnover Date, all amendments or modifications of this Declaration may be made by Declarant, acting alone, without the requirement of the consent of the Lot Owners so long as such amendments or modifications do not substantially impair the common plan of development of Cape Island. 13 Section 2. Remedies. (a) Any Owner shall have the right to enforce these covenants and restrictions by any proceeding at law or in equity, against any person or persons violating or attempting to violate any covenagt or restriction, to restrain violation, to require specific performance and/or to recover damages; and against the land to enforce any lien created by these covenants. The expense of enforcement shall be chargeable to the Owner of the Lot violating these covenants and restrictions and shall constitute a lien on the Lot, collectible in the same manner as assessments hereunder. (b) Violation or breach of any Restriction contained in this Declaration shall give the Declarant, or the Committee, their respective legal representatives, heirs, successors and assigns, in addition to all other remedies, the right, upon fifteen (15) days notice, to enter upon the land upon or as to which such violation or breach exists, and summarily to abate and remove, at the expense of the Owner thereof, any erection, thing or condition that may be or exist thereon contrary to the intent and meaning of the provisions hereof; and the said parties shall not thereby be deemed guilty of any manner of trespass, or be liable for any damage, for such entry, abatement or removal. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to affect or limit the rights of any Owner to enforce the Restrictions by appropriate judicial proceedings. . Section 3. Notices. Any notice required to be sent to any Owner under the provisions of this instrument shall be deemed to have been properly sent when mailed, postpaid, to the last known address of the person who appears as Owner on the records of the Declarant or Committee at the time of such mailing. Section 4. Assignability. Declarant, its successors and assigns, shall at all times have the right to fully transfer and assign any or all of its rights and powers under this Declaration. Section 5. Non -Waiver. The failure of the Declarant, the Committee, or any Owner, or their respective legal representatives, heirs, successors and assigns, to enforce any Restriction contained in this Declaration shall in no event be considered a waiver of the right to do so thereafter, as to the same violation or breach or as to such violation or breach occurring prior or subsequent thereto. Section 6. Variances. The Declarant or Committee, in its sole discretion, may allow written variances and adjustments of these restrictions in order to alleviate practical difficulties and hardship in their enforcement and operation or as otherwise deemed appropriate by Declarant or Committee. To be effective, a variance hereunder shall be recorded in the Onslow County Register of Deeds Office; shall be executed by Declarant or Committee, if applicable; and shall refer specifically to this Declaration. Section 7. Severability. All of the covenants, conditions, restrictions and reservations contained in this Declaration are hereby declared to be severable and a finding by any court of competent jurisdiction that any of them or any clause or phrase thereof, is void, unlawful or unenforceable shall not affect the validity or enforceability of any other covenants, conditions, restrictions, reservations or clause or phrase thereof. Section 8. Gender. Any tacit or implied reference to male or female gender included in this Declaration shall be considered to be fully interchangeable and shall not be considered to restrict the participation or protection of any gender of person from the rights provided by and through this Declaration. Furthermore, any reference to a person or persons herein shall assumed to include reference to any other legal entity such as a corporation or a partnership. Section 9. Applicable Law and Attorney's Fees. This Declaration shall be controlled, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina. Venue for any ,proceeding or litigation arising out of this Declaration shall be Onslow County, North Carolina. In the event of litigation arising out of any of the terms or provisions of this Declaration, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover all costs and expenses incurred, including reasonable attorney's fees, at all trial and appellate levels. 14 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Declarant has executed this instrument on the day and year first above written. ISLAND DEVELOPMENT GROUP, L.L.C. M BY: STATE OF COUNTY OF , MEMBER/PARTNER , MEMBER/PARTNER I, a Notary Public of said County and State, do hereby certify that personally appeared before me this day and acknowledged that (s)he is Member/Partner of ISLAND DEVELOPMENT GROUP, L.L.C., a Virginia corporation, and that by authority duly given and as the act of the corporation, the foregoing instrument was signed in its name by its Member/Partner. Witness my hand and seal this the day of , 1997. Notary Public My Commission Expires: 6/6/97 15