40-24 Howey, Joe

Exemption Number – EX 40-24

May 10, 2024

Joe Howey Jr.
c/o Clark Gilbert
604 Grandin Road
Charlotte, NC 28208

RE: EXEMPTED PROJECT (Statutory Exclusion) – MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF EXISTING
STRUCTURES - [G.S. 113-103(5)(B)(5) and 151 NCAC 7K.0103(a)]

PROJECT ADDRESS – 448 Ocean Dr, North Topsail Beach NC
AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN – Ocean Hazard AEC

Dear Mr. Howey,

I have reviewed your inquiry concerning the necessary filing of an application for a minor development
permit under the Coastal Area Management Act. I have determined that the activity you propose is exempt
from needing a minor development permit as long as it remains consistent with the drawing submitted on
4/3/2024, and meets the conditions specified below. If your plans should change and your project will no
longer meet these conditions, please contact me before proceeding.

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

Structures may be repaired in a similar manner, size, and location as the original structure. No expansions
or additions are permissible. The repairs are limited to 50% of the market value of the existing structure and
the following specific conditions.

1. The project consists of the repair of the deck as described in the estimate and shown on the
work plan drawing.
2. The proposed repairs shall be consistent with all other applicable local ordinances and North
Carolina Building Code standards.
3. No expansions or enlargements of any kind are authorized by this permit. All work must occur

in the original footprint and be limited to less than 500 square feet of deck.
4. No other work is authorized by this exemption letter.
5. The Permittee and/or the Permittee’s Authorized Agent shall be responsible for obtaining all
necessary authorizations, approvals, or zoning and building permits from the local government
having jurisdiction (Town of North Topsail Beach and/or Onslow County) prior to commencing
work.

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

Sincerely,

Jonathan Lucas
NC Division of Coastal Management
400 Commerce Ave.,
Morehead City, NC 28557

Cc: Kate Winzler, Town of North Topsail Beach
Encl: Estimate and work plan drawing

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Lucas, Jonathan R
From: clark gilbert <[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday, May 3, 2024 1:55 PM
To: Lucas, Jonathan R
Subject: [External] Fw: Project proposal # 9056 448 Ocean dr., N. TOPSAIL Beach
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From: clark gilbert <[e-mail]>
Sent: Wednesday, May 1, 2024 10:28 AM
To: Erica Nixon <[e-mail]>
Subject: Project proposal # 9056 448 Ocean dr., N. TOPSAIL Beach
1. Remove existing deck framing,decking, stairs and handrails. Re use pilings and bracing. Construct
new decking handrails and stairs with new deck widths as shown on drawings.
2. Front stairs to be 6ft wide with straight run and no landing.
3. Rear stairs to beach To be brought to code and walk way to.beach stairs to rebuilt as the new deck.
4. Note on drawings that decks will no longer wrap around to the side of house.
5.construct new balcony decks on second floor approximately 4' x 7' with railings to match new deck
railings.
Haul all debris and clean job site.
6. Obtain permits and inspections.
Total: $24,600.00
Payment: $ 6,000.00 down when work begins, two weekly draws, of $ 6,000.00, balance on completion
of project.
Thank you!, Clark Gilbert
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