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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDEnied 05-03 DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT 1. APPLICANT'S NAME: Bobby L. Norton 2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwoods Folly River, near Varnamtown, Brunswick County Photo Index - 2000: 7-61, N17 1995: 7-58, Q21 1989: 190-10, H5 State Plane Coordinates - X: 2235400 Y: 72600 GPS - 3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA 4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 09/15/05 Was Applicant Present - Yes 5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - 07/26/05 Office - Wilmington 6. SITE DESCRIPTION: (A) Local Land Use Plan- Brunswick County Land Classification From LUP - Conservation (B) AEC(s) Involved: EW, PT, CW (C) Water Dependent: No (D) Intended Use: Private (E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing- None Planned- None (F) Type of Structures: Existing- Fishing camp/shack, pier, dock Planned- Replace fishing/camp shack, pier, dock (G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: N/A Source - N/A 7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA] DREDGED FILLED OTHER (A) Vegetated Wetlands (Coastal) 280 sq. ft. (incorporated) (B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands (Open Water) 144 sq. ft. (incorporated) (C) Other - Highground disturbance (D) Total Area Disturbed: 424 sq. ft. (E) Primary Nursery Area: Yes (F) Water Classification: SA Open: No 8. PROJECT SUMMARY: The applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. l Mr. Bobby L. Norton September 19, 2005 Page 2 9. PROJECT DESCRIPTION The project site is located near the end of NCSR 1123, Adjacent to Varnamtown, within the waters of the Lockwoods Folly River, in Brunswick County. To find the project site from the intersection of NC Highway 211 and NC Highway 17, travel east on NC Highway 211 and take the first right onto Stone Chimney Road (NCSR 1115) and travel approximately 5.4 miles. Turn left to stay on Stone Shimney Road and travel approximately 0.5 miles. Turn left onto Varnamtown Road (NCSR 1122) and travel approximately one mile to Fisherman Road (NCSR 1123). Follow Fisherman Road to the end. The project site is located across the Lockwoods Folly River Channel (west side), just to the north of the road end. The project site is located on a 100' X 100' parcel of land (Brunswick County Parcel No. 21700101) that consists primarily of regularly flooded Smooth Cordgrass Marsh (Spartina alterniflora) along the river's edge in a band approximately 20-30 feet in width, transitioning to primarily Black Needlerush (Juncus Roemerianus) along the northeast side of the parcel. The applicant states that the property was purchased from Mr. Malcolm "Mac", and Francis Galloway over forty years ago. He also states that efforts to locate descriptive title documentation beyond a Property Datasheet, and Brunswick County map records of Parcel No. 21700101 were unsuccessful. The applicant also contacted Mr. Brian Cheshire with the NC Attorney Generals Office to research possible submerged lands claims for the property. It is my understanding that no submerged land claim information was located and that the property remains in State ownership. The Lockwoods Folly River, at this location is approximately 200 feet wide with a 100' wide Federal Navigation Channel. Existing structures on the property consist of debris and the remnants of pilings associated with a the remnants of a pre-existing fish camp/shack and dock structure (see attached photos taken on September 15, 2005). The Brunswick County Tax Office Datasheet lists the structure size as 528 sq. ft. with a heated area of 384 sq. ft. It describes the structure as a one bedroom, one story structure with oil, wood or coal heat, with plywood panel and sheetrock walls. The applicant states that he structure was probably built in the 1950's. The structure was purchased by Bobby Norton in the early 1960's and was habitable up until the mid 1990's. The structure was for the most part non- existent by 2002. This was confirmed through conversations with Janet Russell who was the Coastal Management Field Representative for the area in 2002. The applicant also states that the structure was never used as a residence but was primarily used for the storage of fishing gear. The waters of the Lockwoods Folly River area classified "SA" by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality. The area is designated as a Primary Nursery Area by the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries and is Closed to the harvesting of shellfish. Mr. Bobby L. Norton September 19, 2005 Page 3 PROPOSED PROJECT The applicant proposes to replace the pre-existing fishing camp/shack and dock structure. The proposed structure would measure 14' in width by approximately 16' in depth. The structure would be located near the center of the parcel, on the river (southwest) side. The structure would have a 4' wide roof covered "stoop" on the southwest side. The structure would be constructed on 6'X6' pilings imbedded to a depth of 8' below the substrate. The structure (lowest horizontal member) would be elevated approximately 8' above MLW and approximately 4.5 feet above MHW and the marsh substrate. The applicant states that the wall and roof sections would be pre-constructed off site and transported to the site for final assembly. The structure would have a finished enclosed floor area of 224 sq. ft. The applicant states that the structure would be used for storing commercial and recreational fishing equipment and supplies. The applicant is also proposing the construction of an elevated pier and dock which would extend from the aforementioned covered porch. The pier would be 4 feet in width by approximately 24 feet in length. On the waterward end of the pier the applicant is proposing a 4 feet wide by 12 feet long dock. The structure would terminate approximately 35 feet from the near bottom edge of the Federal Channel. Water depths at the waterward end of the dock would be approximately -15 inches at MLW. 10. ANTICIPATED IMPACTS The proposed fishing camp/shack and dock would incorporate approximately 424 sq. ft. of Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Area and would result in the shading of approximately 280 sq. ft. of Coastal Wetlands vegetated with Spartina alterniflora. Submitted by: Jim Gregson Date: 09/19/05 Office: Wilmington APMEMBEMMMMWIA f Recommendations for State Permit—Bobby L. Norton pGdUd 0�� f 15A NCAC 07H.0208 states that: (a)General Use Standards „ (1)Uses which are not water dependent shall not be permitted in coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust areas.Restaurants, residences, apartments,motels,hotels,trailer parks,private roads, factories, and parking lots are examples of uses that are not water dependent.Uses that are water dependent may include: utility easements; docks; wharfs; boat ramps; dredging; bridges and bridge approaches; revetments, bulkheads; culverts; groins;navigational aids; mooring pilings;navigational channels; simple access channels and drainage ditches. The applicant proposed fishing camp/shack is not considered a water dependent structure. 15A NCAC 07J.0211 states that: A non-conforming structure is any structure within an AEC other than Ocean Hazard and Inlet Hazard AECs that is inconsistent with current CRC rules, and,was built prior to the effective date(s)of the rule(s)with which it is inconsistent. Replacement of such structures shall be allowed when all of the following criteria are met: (1)the structure will not be enlarged beyond its original dimensions; (2)the structure will serve the same or similar use; (3)there are no practical alternatives for replacing the structure to provide the same or similar benefits in compliance with current rules; and (4)the structure will be rebuilt so as to comply with current rules to the maximum extent possible. Based on conversations with the applicant,the proposed structure was habitable only up until the mid 1990's and was for the most part completely gone by 2002. Although 7J. 0211 does not specify a time period for allowing structures to be replaced after destruction or deterioration, it'�felt, however,that if approximately 10 years have elapsed since the structure was habitable and approximately 3 years have elapsed since there was a structure on the parcel that 7J .0211 should no longer apply. It is also our opinion that there are practical alternatives for the storage of fishing equipment in areas that are not Coastal Wetlands, Estuarine Waters or Public Trust Areas. For these reasons it is recommended that the project be denied. r Form DCM-MP-1 APPLICATION (To be completed by all applicants) b. Ci , town, community or landmark 1. APPLICANT �A Rnf A M isri 1,1 0� c. Street address or secondary road number a. Landow kj,lb of 5R ii'23 ���3-RaNs. Cc. AW .2 7 ��ner: Name A-g d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction? Yes ✓ No Address �4G I Lg-et4AfD RD: SLJ e. Name of body of water nearest project (e.g. river, City SLip�Lq State N creek, sound, bay) LoLw;.;co;D FctL4 iZtYs=2 Zip a 24L- �- Day Phone Fax (4%1 c)K2-3.7c 1 3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE OF PROPOSED PROJECT b. Authorized Agent: ! Name M t L w,4a A - �c p,TC N a. List all development activities you propose (e.g. building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,pier, and ('1b711-Lor D�zryt excavation and/or filling activities. Address 1y11D 'RP-Fat8ist, F15 A-cA-rn?k4 -cK ', P E_PLl4cE_ City &EAA 1:51L6- 3eACq State AC Zip ���(G`1 Day Phone�9�0) 7� b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? IgEW Fax c. Will the project be for public,private or commercial use? ►dA;t c. Project name (if any) L6is1CG D �U Ll y S 1!ZllC T1 t 2F I�Fiv'O Yt� t n,� d. Give a brief description of purpose,use, methods of construction and daily operations of proposed NOTE. Per7rdi will be issued in name of landowner(s), andlor project. If more space is needed, please attach project name. additional pages. L"t St= AITLC9tV 2. LOCATION OF PROPOSED PROJECT a. CountyRunsSLuIL�C Revised 03/95 1 Form DCM-MP-1 site. Include highway or secondary road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and the like. 6. CERTIFICATION AND PERXRSSION TO ENTER ON LAND • A Stormwater Certification, if one is necessary. • A list of the names and complete addresses of the I understand that any permit issued in response to this adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and application wilt allow only the development described in signed return receipts as proof that such owners the application. The project will be subject to conditions have received a copy of the application and plats and restrictions contained in the permit. by certified mail. Such landowners must be advised I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed that they have 30 days in which to submit comments on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal activity complies with the State of North Carolina's Management. Upon signing this form, the applicant approved Coastal Management Program and will be further certifies that such notice has been provided. conducted in a manner consistent with such program. Name S-r1,,-rr cF 01+9c, -�A I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact, Address 1"=_l MtVIL 5c�ROCF7 CJ:--ra-TEP_ LZcI� ANC grant permission to representatives of state and federal Phone (� 35 Ire ' review agencies to enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related to this Name permit application and follow-up monitoring of the Address project. Phone I further certify that the information provided in this Name application is truthful to the best of my knowledge. Address Phone a2cc_5' This is the I 74�day of f , 49 a A list of previous state or federal permits issued for tt work on the project tract. Include permit numbers, Print Name Bc i3 Qq L• �10 i e�✓ permittee, and issuing dates. /A Signature Landowner r nzed Agent • A check for $250 made payable to the Department of Please indicate attachments pertaining to your proposed Environment, Health, and Natural Resources project. (DEHNR) to cover the costs of processing the _ DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information application. DCM MP-3 Upland Development • A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in DCM MP-4 Structures Information DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts oceanfront and inlet areas. DCM MP-6 Marina Development • A statement of compliance with the N.C. NOTE. Please sign and date each attachment in the Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A - 1 to space provided at the bottom of each form. 10) If the project involves the expenditure of public funds or use of public lands, attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act. Rerised 03/95 t Form DCM-M2-1 APPLICATION 3. DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE OF PROPOSED PROJECT L ' n d. Give a brief description of purpose, use,methods of construction and daily operations of proposed project. The project purpose is to refurbish a family fish camp/shack structure for returned use as a facility for storing commercial and recreational fishing equipment and supplies. Replacement piles are to be jetted or driven using floating barge equipment. All floor, wall, and roof sections will be pre-constructed off site, and transported to site for final assembly only as able. Minimal on-site framing will be required in connecting members. Mats will be used during all on-site construction to minimize impact to soils/vegetation. Tasks will be completed in a timely manner to lessen duration of traffic on existing surfaces. Although the facility was expanded when purchased, as can be seen from the enclosed artist rendition painting copy and Property Datasheet, it is the property owner's desire simply to restore the structure to its original size, even less than that recorded for the structure on the Property Datasheet. SITE HISTORY &NARRATIVE Over forty years ago, Lacy Monroe Norton (father of current listed property owners Bobby L. Norton and Joseph L. Norton), purchased the subject facility from Mr. Malcolm "Mac", and Francis Galloway. Immediately following this purchase he traveled to Brunswick County Government Center to properly record the property.* During the 1980's and 1990's deterioration of the existing structure became progressively noticeable. Mrs. Lena M. Norton (wife of then late Lacy M. Norton) and her sons were unable at that time to afford repairs. It was only into the mid-to-late 1990's that it appeared possible to investigate repair options. By this time numerous hurricanes and storms had taken their toll on the structure. Mrs. Lena Norton was assured by family, prior to her passing, that all efforts would be made to restore the fish camp she had enjoyed. Michael A. Norton (son of Bobby L Norton)began assisting with this investigation. First contact was made with Ms. Janet Russell, of NCDENR's Wilmington NC office to receive input on how to proceed. Meetings proceeded with County inspections officials as well as on-site with Ms. Russell. By this time the structure was in need of greater than 50% repair, and it seemed there were no options for proceeding. Further investigations provided hope there was still a way to receive proper approval for desired repairs. As information and documentation were gathered, Ms. Caroline Bellis assumed the role Ms. Russell held for the area. Additional site visits were scheduled to allow Ms. Bellis to gain an understanding of the proposed project. Following Hurricane Isabel in 2003, the remaining walls of the structure gave in, and all that remained came to rest on the floor 1 members. After a meeting with NCDENR personnel in the Wilmington Regional Office plans were made to proceed with efforts to restore the Lockwood Folly shack per directions given, through the CAMA Major Permit Application process. It is fully understood that use of any such structure as a habitable facility is no longer possible, and that no water or wastewater facilities are permissible. A meeting with the County Inspector provided viable options for permitted use of the structure should it be restored. The family of Lacy M. and Lena M. Norton has long been accustomed to commercial and recreational boating and fishing in the Lockwood Folly River and surrounding area. It is desired to use this facility as a means for storage of equipment and supplies for use in these activities, as well as to have the structure in place as it was when purchased by the family over forty years ago. *Efforts to locate descriptive title documentation beyond a Property Datasheet, and Brunswick County map records of Parcel 21700101 were unsuccessful. A meeting and file search with the County Register of Deeds, in February 2005 provided no additional documentation. The Register of Deeds indicated it was not uncommon for information of that time not to be recorded as accurately as today. Mr. Brian Cheshire,Attorney Generals Office Representative in NCDENR's Wilmington location, was asked to assist in document searches as well. He was able to locate the same information provided as attachments to this application for your review. The enclosed orthophoto map of Brunswick County,NC provides an overhead view of the structure as it existed in 1989. Enclosed Brunswick County Map No. 217 displays the parcel as mapped on record. The Norton family has submitted all tax payments in accordance with billings on this property since it was purchased. Prior to proceeding with the Major CAMA Permit Application process, it was felt the Minor Permit Process would suffice in this situation. During this time the State of NC was notified, as an adjacent property owner, of the intended project. The State Property's Office responded with their support to proceed. 2 Form DCM-MP4 STRUCTURES ✓n (Construction within Public Trust Areas) Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major e. Mooring buoys /Jf A Permit, Form DCM-MP-1. Be sure to complete all (1) _Commercial _Community_Private other sections of the Joint Application which relate to (2) Number this proposed project. (3) Description of buoy (Color, inscription, size, anchor, etc.) a. Dock(s) and/or Pier(s) (1) _ Commercial _Community✓Private (2) Number 1 (3) Length 1A FT (4) Width of water body (4) Width N Ff (5) Distance buoy(s) to be placed beyond (5) Finger Piers ✓ Yes No shoreline (i) Number I (ii) Length -04 Fl f. Mooring structure (boatlift, mooring pilings, etc.) A44 (iii) Width 4 Ff (1) _ Commercial _Community_Private (6) Platform(s) Yes ✓ No (2) Number (i) Number (3) Length (h) Length (4) Width (iii) Width (7) Number of slips proposed AIIA g. Other (Give coMlere description) (8) Proximity of structure to adjacent riparian property lines ^11 (9) Width of water body moo Fi (10) Water depth at waterward end of pier at MLW or NWL f FT — S t n[ 0-fi It b. Boathouse (including covered lifts) Nji} (1) Commercial Private ,r / (2) Length MK, Py,68� L /YDh'7DN (3) Width Appli t or Project Nawe c. Groin (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.) �/� ignature (1) Number / (2) Length(s) L o — Date d. Breakwater (e.g. wood, sheetpile, etc.) 4/1. (1) Length (2) Average distance from MHW, NWL or wetlands (3) Maximum distance beyond MHW, NWL or wetlands Revised 03/95 DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT APPLICATION TRANSMITTAL AND PROCESSING RECORD 1) APPLICANT Bobby L.Norton County: Brunswick LOCATION OF PROJECT: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwoods Folly River, near Varnamtown, Brunswick County. DATE APPLICATION RECEIVED COMPLETE BY FIELD: 07-26-05 FIELD RECOMMENDATION: Attached: YES To Be Forwarded:No CONSISTENCY DETERMINATION: Attached:No To Be Forwarded:Yes FIELD REPRESENTATIVE: Jim Gregson DISTRICT OFFICE: Wilmington DISTRICT MANAGER REVIEW: Zy/ !:�Q S B) DATE APPLICATION RECEIVED IN RALEIGH:ay�oS FEE REC'D:$ 2sc) °Q PUBLIC NOTICE REC'D: 09/29/05 END OF NOTICE DATE: /0//9/05 ADJ. RIP. PROP NOTICES REC'D: DEED REC'D: APPLICATION ASSIGNED TO: ON: C) 75 DAY DEADLINE: 0 16V05 150 DAY DEADLINE: IZ/2 3 105 MAIL OUT DATE: STATE DUE DATE: FEDERAL DUE DATE: FED COMMENTS REC'D: PERMIT FINAL ACTION: ISSUE DENY DRAFT ON AGENCY DATE COMMENTS OBJECTIONS: NOTES RETUMNED YES NO Coastal Management-Regional Representative TI C <10 Coastal Management-LUP Consistency 16• O Division of Community Assistance -y3-0 Land Quality Section -o r V Division of Water Quality Storm Water Management(DWQ) State Property Office '?'3a'C>� 0 a C" Division of Archives&History )6.11. O S Division of Environmental Health I C— 11-0 5' Division of Highways CI '30 Wildlife Resources Commission 03 Division.of Water Resources Division of Marine Fisheries Submerged Lands(DMF) V° Permit# DCM Coordinator: Rote l,l MAILING1((DISTRIBUTION: Permitee: --% Agent: DCM Field Offices: Elizabeth Ci orehead as i ton ilmin to US Army orps of Engineers(USACE):. Washington: Mike Bell(NCDOT) Bill Biddlecome(NCDOT) Raleigh Bland. Wilmington: Da ' 'mpy CDO e Wicke Others: Cultural Resources: Environmental Health: Marine Fisheries: NCDOT: Shellfish Sanitation: ow e State Property Office: In e _ Water Quality: a.oly(for non-DOT John Hennessy(NCDOT) Water Resources: John Sutherland Wildlife Resources: Maria Tripp David Cox(N - Travis Wilson(NCDOT) LPO: FAXING DISTRIBUTION: Permitee at Agent at DCM Field Offices: Elizabeth City(252/264-3723) Morehead City(252/247-3330) Washington(252/948-0478) Wilmington(910/350-2004) US Army Corps of Engineers(USACE): Washington: Mike Bell(NCDOT) Bill Biddlecome(NCDOT) Raleigh Bland(252/975-1399) Wilmington: Dave Timpy(NCDOT) Henry Wicker(910/251-4025) CAMA Major Permit Process Manual Page 70 of 70 *AL OCT - 3 2006 State of North Carolina R►1 j (I citypCM ...ent E ry i ROY COOPER Department Of Justice 9001 Mail Service Center 900 I Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-9001 ATTORNEY GENERAL Tel: (919)716-6600 RALEIGH,NORTH CAROLINA Fax:(919)716-6767 27699-9W I October 2,2006 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mr. Michael A.Norton,Agent 2401 Leonard Road, SW Supply,North Carolina 28462 Re: Variance Request for Coastal Area Management Act(CAMA)Permit, CRC-VR-06-21 Dear Mr.Norton: At its September 21, 2006 meeting,the Coastal Resources Commission denied your variance request. Attached is a copy of the order,signed by the Chairman of the Coastal Resources Commission. You have the right to appeal the Coastal Resources Commission's decision by filing a petition for judicial review in the superior court of the county in which the property is located within thirty days after receiving the order. A copy of the judicial review petition must be served on the Coastal Resources Commission's agent for service of process at the following address: Mary Penny Thompson, General Counsel Dept. of Environment and Natural Resources 1601 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-1601 If you choose to file a petition for judicial review, I request that you also serve a copy of the petition for judicial review on me at the above address. If you have any questions,please feel free to contact me. Sincerely, B. Hickey 54le'A Special Deputy Attorn General cc: Meredith Jo Alcoke Stephanie Bodine, DCM Morehead City Courtney Hackney, Chairman of CRC STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA BEFORE THE NORTH CAROLINA COASTAL RESOURCES COMMISSION COUNTY OF BRUNSWICK CRC-VR-06-21 IN THE MATTER OF: ) PETITION FOR VARIANCE ) FINAL ORDER BY BOBBY L. NORTON ) This matter was heard on oral arguments and stipulated facts at the regularly scheduled meeting of the North Carolina Coastal Resources Commission(hereinafter CRC)on September 21, 2006,in Wilmington,North Carolina pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 113A-120.1 and 15A NCAC 7J.0700, et seq. Assistant Attorney General Meredith Jo Alcoke appeared for the Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Coastal Management; Michael Norton appeared on behalf of his father, the Petitioner. Upon consideration of the record documents and the arguments of the parties, the CRC adopts the following: STIPULATED FACTS 1. Petitioner is Bobby L. Norton. Mr.Norton's son,Michael Norton is acting agent. 2. Petitioner has a commercial fishing license and in the past made his living primarily as a commercial fisherman. 3. Petitioner applied for a CAMA major permit in order to rebuild a family fish camp/shack over the marsh. 4. The subject property is located in the salt marsh near Varnamtown, Brunswick County. Traveling northeast, Fisherman Road (N.C. State Road 1123) terminates at the Lockwood Folly River. From this location by the fish houses and commercial docks of Varnamtown, the property is located just across the river. It is accessible only by boat. 5. The parcel is 100 feet by 100 feet, bordered on the southwest side by the Lockwood Folly River(Parcel number 21700101) 6. The parcel consists primarily of regularly flooded Smooth Cordgrass marsh (Spartina alterniflora) along the river's edge in a band approximately 20-30 feet wide, transitioning to primarily Black Needlerush(Juncus roemerianus) along the northeast side of the parcel. 7. The proposed development is within the Public Trust Area, Estuarine Waters and Coastal Wetland Areas of Environmental Concern (AECs). 8. The waters of the river at this location area classified as SA Waters by the N.C. Environmental Management Commission and are closed to the harvest of shellfish. The area is classified as a Primary Nursery Area(PNA)by the N.C. Marine Fisheries Commission. 9. The Lockwood Folly River at this location is approximately 200 feet wide with a 100-foot wide federal navigation channel. 10. The original fish camp structure was built around 1950 and purchased by Mr. Lacy M. Norton from Mr. Malcolm (Mac) Galloway in 1962. After Lacy M. Norton died, the structure was passed down to his son, Bobby L. Norton(Petitioner). Michael A. Norton is the son of Petitioner Bobby Norton and is acting as agent for his father. The Norton family has paid property taxes on the parcel since its purchase, most recently paying taxes in the amount of$350.00. 11. For a general idea of what the original structure looked like around 1990, see "artist's rendition," Sheet 3 of 5 in Petitioner's permit application, attached to the variance request materials, Attachment D. 12. The Brunswick County Tax Office Datasheet lists the structure as 528 square feet with a 2 heated floor area of 384 square feet. It describes the structure as a one bedroom,one- story structure with oil, wood, or coal heat, with plywood panels and sheet rock walls. 13. Currently,there is at least one other structure in the marsh nearby. It was also built around 1950 and has been kept up and repaired over the years. A review of aerial photography shows that historically, there were additional structures in the marsh near this area. Petitioner's former structure appears to be one of the smallest. 14. The hurricanes of the late 1990's caused significant damage to the structure. Petitioner began investigating the necessary authorizations to restore the fish camp, and met with a DCM Field Representative on the site in 2002. At that time, there was little left of the structure besides portions of some walls and roof shingles lying in the marsh. 15. Petitioner met again on the site in 2003 with a second DCM Field Representative. Petitioner sent notification of his proposed development the adjacent riparian property owner,the North Carolina State Property Office, who responded by stating that they had no objection. Petitioner applied for a CAMA minor permit in 2004. Upon submission of the minor permit application, Petitioner was advised that a CAMA major permit would be needed in this situation. 16. Petitioner applied on July 26,2005, for a CAMA major permit to replace the fish camp and associated pier and dock. The applicant's stated purpose of the structure is for storage of commercial and recreational fishing equipment and supplies. 17. The applicant's desired use for the structure is for it to be as similar to historical use as possible with the understanding that new environmental regulations will restrict certain activities. A local building permit issued by Brunswick County will be required prior to any 3 construction activity. 18. The adjacent property owner is the State Property Office. The State Property Office stated that it has no objections to the project as long as the applicant complies with CAMA requirements regarding new structures over state-owned bodies of water. 19. Including roof overhang,the total footprint of the structure would be 15'by 21',or 315 square feet, smaller than its original size according to the tax records. The proposed dimensions of the one-room structure are 16' by 14' with a 4' wide covered stoop on the side facing the river, with a finished enclosed floor area of 224 square feet. 20. The structure (lowest horizontal member) would'be elevated approximately 8 feet above mean low water and approximately 4.5 feet above mean high water and the marsh substrate. Much of the structure would be pre-constructed off site and transported to the site. The structure would be constructed on 6' by 6' pilings imbedded to a depth of 8' below the substrate. 21. All of the proposed structure would be located waterward of the normal high water line. 22. The structure would result in the shading of approximately 280 square feet of coastal wetlands. The former structure shaded at least this amount of coastal wetlands since approximately 1950. 23. A proposed 4'by 24'pier would extend from the porch of the structure toward the river,with a 4'by 12' dock at the end. At the time of permit application,the water depth at the end of the pier was approximately 15 inches at mean low water. 24. The pier and dock would incorporate approximately 144 square feet of open estuarine waters and public trust areas. This is very similar to the amount of impacts associated with the pier 4 formerly at the site. 25. The N.C.Division of Marine Fisheries stated that it had no objection to the proposed project as long as the dock at the end of the pier was not a floating dock. It is proposed to be fixed, not floating. 26. The CRC's rule regarding replacement of structures in 15A NCAC 7J .0210 provides in pertinent part: Replacement of existing structures damaged or destroyed by natural elements, fire or normal deterioration is considered development and will require CAMA permits. The proposed work will be considered replacement if the cost of the proposed work exceeds 50 percent of the physical value of the structure at the time of damage. . . . 27. In this case, the proposed work clearly exceeds the 50% threshold and therefore requires a CAMA permit. 28. The proposed development is inconsistent with the CRC's current rules for development within the Public Trust Area,Estuarine Waters and Coastal Wetland Areas of Environmental Concern(AECs). Only water dependent structures are allowed in these AECs. 15A NCAC 7H .0208(a)(1). 29. Rule 15A NCAC 7H .0208(a)(1) provides: "Restaurants, residences, apartments, motels, hotels,trailer parks,private roads,factories,and parking lots are examples of uses that are not water dependent.Uses that are water dependent may include:utility easements;docks;wharfs; boat ramps;dredging;bridges and bridge approaches;revetments,bulkheads;culverts;groins; navigational aids; mooring pilings; navigational channels; simple access channels and drainage ditches." The proposed fish camp/shack is not a water-dependent structure. 30. The Commission's "non-conforming rule" allows replacement of structures that are 5 inconsistent with current rules under certain conditions. The non-conforming rule in 15A NCAC 7J .0211 provides as follows: A non-conforming structure is any structure within an AEC other than Ocean Hazard and Inlet Hazard AECs that is inconsistent with current CRC rules, and, was built prior to the effective date(s) of the rule(s) with which it is inconsistent. Replacement of such structures shall be allowed when all of the following criteria are met: (1) the structure will not be enlarged beyond its original dimensions; (2) the structure will serve the same or similar use; (3)there are no practical alternatives for replacing the structure to provide the same or similar benefits in compliance with current rules; and (4) the structure will be rebuilt so as to comply with current rules to the maximum extent possible. 31. The rule cited above does not specify a time period for allowing a structure to be replaced after destruction or deterioration. However,DCM determined that since ten years had passed since the structure was habitable, the rule allowing replacement is no longer applicable. 32. The Division of Environmental Health objected to the project on the basis that there is no sanitary sewer collection system for the proposed structure. The Division of Coastal Management objected to the project due to the impacts to coastal wetlands,estuarine waters, and public trust areas. On the federal level,the U.S.Fish and Wildlife Service(USFWS),one of the federal review agencies that provides comments to the U.S.Army Corps of Engineers, submitted adverse comments. The USFWS recommended that the Corps not issue a permit for the project primarily due to the impacts to coastal wetlands. 33. By letter dated December 9, 2005, DCM denied the permit application. 34. Petitioner applied for a variance on May 16,2006,seeking relief from 15A NCAC 711 .0208 and 15A NCAC 7J .0211. 6 35. If the CRC grants this variance, Petitioner would still have to obtain authorizations for the project, including a Section 10 permit under the Rivers and Harbors Act and local building permits. 36. If the CRC grants Petitioner a variance,Petitioner states that he is willing to accept any permit conditions that would limit the use of the structure to ensure no adverse environmental or health impacts, such as prohibitions on water, sewer, electricity or discharges of any kind. Petitioner would also accept permit conditions that would prevent the future sale of the property to ensure that the family remains fully responsible for compliance with any restrictions. CONCLUSIONS OF LAW 1. The CRC has jurisdiction over the parties and the subject matter. 2. All notices for the proceeding were adequate and proper. 3. The Petitioner has not demonstrated that strict application of Rule 15A NCAC 7H .0208(a)(1)and 15A NCAC 7J .0211 to his permit application will result in unnecessary hardship. The structure has not been habitable for at least 10 years, and aerial photography and site visits have confirmed that the structure has essentially been non-existent since the early 2000's. Because the property consists entirely of coastal wetlands and the area of proposed development is below the normal high water line,construction of a structure is not a reasonable use of this property. Reasonable use of this type of property includes only water-dependent uses that are compatible with the setting. Water dependent uses are those that require water access and cannot function elsewhere. 15A NCAC 7H .0205(d). The CRC's rules list types of acceptable uses in the Coastal Wetland AEC: "Examples of acceptable land uses may include utility easements, fishing 7 piers, docks, and agricultural uses, such as farming and forestry drainage . . . ." 15A NCAC 7H .0205(d). In this case, Petitioner could potentially make use of the property by constructing a pier and/or a simple duck blind. The CRC's rules also list types of uses are not appropriate in this AEC: "Unacceptable land uses may include, but would not be limited to, the following examples: restaurants and businesses; residences,apartments,motels,hotels,and trailer parks;parking lots and private roads and highways; and factories." Id. Although the proposed structure is not a residence,it is very similar to a residence because it includes a roof, finished walls, a porch, and windows. A residence or similar structure is not an acceptable use in this AEC according to the CRC's rules, nor is it a"reasonable use" of the property in general. Further, any hardship suffered by Petitioner is a necessary one because of the importance of maintaining the integrity and function of the marsh. Conservation of existing coastal wetlands is given the highest priority by the CRC's rules, as discussed below. 4. The Petitioner has not demonstrated that his hardship results from conditions peculiar to Petitioner's property such as the location,size,or topography of the property. The entire property is intertidal marsh that is very typical in location, size and topography to other areas of intertidal marsh. 5. The Petitioner has not demonstrated that his hardship does not result from actions he has taken. Although the alleged hardship results in part due to the onset of new regulations,any alleged hardships also result from Petitioner's failure to undertake minor repairs over the years that may have kept the structure in tact. 6. The Petitioner has not demonstrated that his proposed development is within the spirit,purpose and intent of the Commission's rules;that it will secure public safety and welfare;and 8 that it will preserve substantial justice. The variance would not be consistent with the spirit,purpose and intent of the CRC's general use standards for the AECs adversely impacted in this case: coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust areas. The management objective for the Coastal Wetland AEC is"[t]o conserve and manage coastal wetlands so as to safeguard and perpetuate their biological, social,economic and aesthetic values;to coordinate and establish a management system capable of conserving and utilizing coastal wetlands as a natural resource essential to the functioning of the entire estuarine system." 15A NCAC 7H .0205(c). The use standards further provide that"[h]ighest priority of use shall be allocated to the conservation of existing coastal wetlands. Second priority of coastal wetland use shall be given to those types of development activities that require water access and cannot function elsewhere."15A NCAC 7H.0205(d). In this case,the proposed use will not conserve existing coastal wetlands in their natural state. Because Petitioner's proposal includes shading of 280 square feet of coastal wetlands, it is not consistent with the spirit, purpose and intent of the rules designed to prevent such activities. The management objective for the Estuarine Waters AEC is"[t]o conserve and manage the important features of estuarine waters so as to safeguard and perpetuate their biological, social, aesthetic, and economic values; to coordinate and establish a management system capable of conserving and utilizing estuarine waters so as to maximize their benefits to man and the estuarine and ocean system." 15A NCAC 7H .0206(c). In this case,the proposed project will not safeguard and perpetuate the biological values of the estuarine waters. The management objective for Public Trust Areas AEC is "[t]o protect public rights for navigation and recreation and to conserve and manage the public trust areas so as to safeguard and 9 perpetuate their biological, economic and aesthetic value." 15A NCAC 7H .0207(c). This management objective requires the agency to protect up blic rights in the public trust area. Because the proposed project is below normal high water, it essentially substitutes an individual's rights for the public's rights in this area. A structure in this setting could also potentially cause additional impacts to the AEC through human use of the structure. On the whole, Petitioner's proposed development is simply an unacceptable use in this setting and is not consistent with the spirit,purpose and intent of the CRC's rules. For the reasons outlined above,particularly the public's rights in the area to be impacted,the proposed project will not secure public safety and welfare. Finally, the project will not preserve substantial justice because the alleged hardship of not being able to reconstruct a historical structure that was once located in the marsh is a"hardship" shared by many on our coast. New regulations have been put in place to prohibit this type of activity, and an exception should not be made in this case. ORDER THEREFORE,the variance from T15A NCAC 711.0208(a)(1) and 15A NCAC 7J .0211. is DENIED. This the 2"d day of October,2006. Courtney Hackney, Chairman Coastal Resources Commission 10 CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE This is to certify that I have caused the foregoing Final Order to be served upon the Petitioner by depositing a copy thereof in the U.S. Postal Service CERTIFIED MAIL, RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED with sufficient postage for delivery and addressed to: Michael A. Norton, Agent 2401 Leonard Road, SW Supply, NC 28462 Meredith Jo Alcoke Assistant Attorney General 400 Commerce Way Morehead City,NC 28557 This the 2"d day of October, 2006. Ji B. Hick y ecial Deputy Attorney General N.C. Department of Justice 9001 Mail Service Center Raleigh,NC 27699-9001 Counsel to the Commission 11 ` 4 DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS P.0.BOX 1890 WILMINGTON,NORTH CAROLINA28402-1890 DEC E� 2 z IN REPLY REFER TO December 21, 2005 Zoo5 Regulatory Division Morehead City DCM Action ID. 200501281 Bobby L. Norton 2401 Leonard Road SW Supply, North Carolina 28462 Dear Mr. Norton: By copy of the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR) letter to you of December 9, 2005, we have learned that North Carolina Coastal Management Consistency Certification for your proposed plans to reconstruct the pre-existing fishing camp/shack in the salt marsh near the end of NCSR 1123, adjacent to Varnamtown, within the waters of the Lockwoods Folly River, Brunswick County,North Carolina has been denied. The Coastal Zone Management Act provides that no Federal permit may be issued for an activity within the coastal zone where the State has denied a consistency certification. Accordingly, your Department of the Army application is hereby denied, without prejudice, and your file has been retired. Additionally, we received unfavorable comments from US Fish and Wildlife Service (copy enclosed). Their reaction to your proposal is the result of anticipated significant adverse impacts. The Corps has similar concerns. I have provided these comments to alert you to concerns in addition to those identified in the State's denial letter. While appealing the State permit is the next step in pursuing State authorization, you should be aware that Federal agency comments will be unchanged by the outcome of that appeal. Should you be successful in obtaining a consistency certification, all issues raised by agency comments will have to be resolved before a decision on your permit application is made. Mr. Henry Wicker of the Wilmington Regulatory Field Office staff is available to answer any questions you may have or to assist you in developing a revised plan. Mr. Wicker may be reached at telephone (910) 251-4930. Sincerely, Samuel K. Jolly Chief, Regulatory Division Enclosures Copies Furnished(without enclosures): Ms. Becky Fox Wetlands Regulatory Section - Region IV U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Atlanta Federal Center 61 Forsyth Street Atlanta, Georgia 30303 North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries Post Office Box 769 Morehead City,North Carolina 28557 Mr. Doug Huggett Division of Coastal Management North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 400 Commerce Avenue Morehead City,North Carolina 28557 Mr. Pete Benjamin U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Post Office Box 33726 Raleigh,North Carolina 27636-3726 Mr. Ron Sechler National Marine Fisheries Service Habitat Conservation Division Pivers Island Beaufort, North Carolina 28516 John Dorney Division of Environmental Management North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources 1650 Mail Service Center Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 2 Mr. Ted Tyndall, District Manager Morehead City Regional Offic North Carolina Division of Coastal Management 151-B, Highway 24 Hestron Plaza II Morehead City,North Carolina 28557 North Carolina Coastal Federation 3609 Highway 24 Newport,North Carolina 28570 3 At-, Norill Caroliri.; Department of Frtviromnent and Natural Resources Division of Coastal management Michael F.Easley,Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G.Ross Jr.,Secretary T)ecember 9, 2005 CERTIFIED MAIL RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED Mr. Bobby L. Norton 2401 Leonard Rd. SW Supply,NC 28462 Dear Mr. Norton: This letter is in response to your application for a Major Permit under the Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA), in which authorization was requested to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock on the Lockwood Folly River in Brunswick County. Processing of the application, which was received as complete by the Division of Coastal Management's Wilmington Regional Office on July 26, 2005, is now complete. Based on the state's review, the Division of Coastal Management (DCM) has made the following findings: 1) The joint State and Federal review of the project was generally favorable, although the Division of Environmental Health expressed concerns over the possibility of the introduction of sewage waste into the surrounding waters. 2) The proposed project is located within the following Areas of Environmental Concern, as designated by the rules of the Coastal Resources Commission (CRC): Estuarine Waters, Public Trust Areas, and Coastal Wetlands. As such, the proposed development is subject to NCAC 15A:07H.0208(a)(1), which states that, "uses which are not water dependent shall not be permitted in coastal wetlands, estuarine waters, and public trust areas. Restaurants, residences, apartments, motels, hotels, trailer parks, private roads, factories, and parking lots are examples of uses that are not water dependent. Uses that are water dependent may include: utility easements; docks; wharfs; boat ramps; dredging; bridges and bridge approaches; revetments, bulkheads; culverts; groins; navigational aids; mooring pilings; navigation channels; simple access channels and drainage ditches." Therefore, the proposed fishing camp/shack is not considered a water dependent structure. 400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557 Phone: 252-808-28081 FAX: 252-247-33301 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper r Bobby L. Norton December 9, 2005 Page 2 3) The. Rules of the Coastal Resource Commission for non-conforming development (NCAC 1.5A.:073.0211) states, "a non-conforrning structure is any structure within an AEC other than Ocean Hazard and hilet Hazard AECs that is inconsistent with current CRC rules, and, was built prior to the effective date(s) of the rule(s) with which it is inconsistent. Replacement of such structures shall be allowed when all of the following criteria are met: (1) the structure will not be enlarged beyond its original dimensions; (2) the structure will serve the same or similar use; (3) there are no practical alternatives for replacing the structure to provide the same or similar benefits in compliance with current rules; and (4) the structure will be rebuilt so as to comply with current rules to the maximum extent possible." 4) Based on information provided by the applicant, and confirmed by DCM staffs knowledge of the area, the proposed structure was uninhabitable after the mid 1990's. The structure continued to deteriorate to a point where it was almost non- existent by 2002. Although NCAC 15A:07J.0211 does not specify a time period for allowing structures to be replaced after destruction or deterioration, it has been determined that since approximately 10 years have elapsed since the structure was habitable,NCAC 15A:07J.0211 is no longer applicable. 5) Based upon the findings outlined above, the proposed project has been determined to be inconsistent with NCAC 15A:07H.0208(a)(1) and NCAC 15A:07J.0211. Given the preceding findings, it is necessary that your request for issuance of a CAMA Major Permit under the Coastal Area Management Act be denied. This denial is made pursuant to N.C.G.S. 113A-120(a)(8) which requires denial for projects inconsistent with the state guidelines for Areas of Environmental Concern or local land use plans. If you wish to appeal this denial, you are entitled to a hearing. The hearing will involve appearing before an Administrative Law Judge who listens to evidence and arguments of both parties and then makes a recommendation to the Coastal Resources Commission. Your request for a hearing must be in the form of a written petition, complying with the requirements of §150B of the General Statutes of North Carolina, and must be filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714, within twenty (20) days from the date of this letter. A copy of this petition should be filed with this office. Also, you are advised that as long as this state permit denial stands, your project must be deemed inconsistent with the N.C. Coastal Management Program, thereby precluding the issuance of federal permits for this project. The Federal Coastal Zone Management Act (CZMA) gives you the right to appeal this finding to the U.S. Secretary of Commerce within thirty days of receipt of this letter. Your appeal must be on the grounds that the proposed activity is (1) consistent with the objectives or purposes of the CZMA, or (2) is necessary in the interest of national security, and thus, may be federally approved. Bobby L. Norton December 9, 2005 Page 3 Members of my staff are available to assist you should you desire to modify your proposal in the fixture. If you have any questions concerning this matter, please contact Mr. Doug Huggett at (252) 808-2.808, extension 212. Si.r er , Charles S. Jones cc: ITenry Wicker,USACE DCM - Morehead City DCM—Wilmington Mr. Eldon Hout, Director—OCRM/NOAA, Silver Spring, MD Col. John Pulliam, USACE - Wilmington U.S. Postal Service-r. CERTIFIED MAILT,, RECEIPT - m (Domestic For delivery information visit our website at www.uaps.com,, Er 11 to f-q Postage $ • m Certified Fee o Z-,30 1:3 Return Receipt Fee Postmark 1:3 (Endorsement Required) /- 7J Here O Restricted Delivery Fee ,..p (Endorsement Required) Total Postage&Fees 1 $ ul C3 Sent To o _ L. of ok'TD �� ° 8 ---------- ---- --.. f Stieet,Apt.No.; /� or PO Box No. �tla .4.2---- Ci ,State,ZIP+4 PS Form :rr2002 { ��gNT OF r Department of the Interior RECEIVED United States De O�pP .�E�ym P DCM WILMINGTON, NC D FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE NOV 2 1 2005 Raleigh Field Office Post Office Box 33726 4RCH 3 �s Raleigh,North Carolina 27636-3726 November 17,2005 Mr. Henry Wicker U. S. Army Corps of Engineers I Wilmington Regulatory Field Office J �' P. O. Box 1890 Wilmington,North Carolina 28402-1890 Subject: Action ID#200501281, Bobby Norton,Brunswick County,NC Dear Mr. Wicker: This letter provides the comments of the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service(Service)on the subject Public Notice(PN), dated October 21,2005. The applicant,Mr. Bobby Norton,has applied for a Department of the Army(DA)permit to replace an existing fishing camp/shack and dock structure. These comments are submitted in accordance with the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act(FWCA)(48 Stat.401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661-667d). Comments related to the FWCA are to be used in your determination of compliance with 404(b)(1)guidelines(40 CFR 230)and in your public interest review(33 CFR 320.4) in relation to the protection of fish and wildlife resources. Additional comments are provided regarding the District Engineer's determination of project impacts pursuant to section 7 of the Endangered Species Act (ESA)of 1973,as amended(16 U.S.C. 1531-1543). Project Area,Proposed Activities and Anticipated Impacts The project area is a 100-foot by 100-foot tract consisting primarily of regularly flooded smooth cordgrass(Spartina alterniora)adjacent to the Lockwoods Folly River. The waters are classified as SA by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality and the area is designated as a primary nursery area (PNA)by the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries. The site currently has debris and remnants of a former fish camp/shack and dock structure. The applicant proposes to build a new structure 14 feet wide by 16 feet long. The structure would be constructed over the marsh on pilings embedded to a depth of eight feet below the marsh substrate. The lowest horizontal part of the structure would be elevated approximately 4.5 feet above mean high water (MHW) and the marsh substrate. This height would be approximately eight feet above mean low water (MLW). Project plans seem to indicate that there is no land connection to the site of the structure. The walls and roof"sections would be constructed off-site and transported by an unspecified method to the site for final assembly. The enclosed structure would have a floor area of 224 square feet(ft). The enclosed structure would be used for"recreational purposes"and the storage of commercial and recreational fishing supplies and equipment. There is no discussion of type of equipment to be stored, sanitary facilities,or methods of garbage disposal. The PN does not indicate a specific loss of wetlands or any amount of wetland fill. An elevated pier and dock would extend from the porch of the structure toward Lockwoods Folly River. The 4-foot-wide by 24-foot-long pier would terminate 35 feet from the bottom edge of the federal navigation channel. Water depths at the waterward end of the dock would be approximately 15 inches at MLW. The tidal range in the project is given as approximately 3.5 feet which would be a water depth of over 4.5 feet at high tide. REC E1Vt_- DCM WILMINGTON, NC 2 NOV 2 1 2005 Federally Protected Species The Service has reviewed available information on federally-threatened or endangered species known to occur in Brunswick County. We have also reviewed information from the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program(NCNHP)database which contains excellent data on special status species,both federal and state. This database can be accessed by topographic quadrangle(quad)of the U. S. Geological Survey(USGS). Data from USGS quads provide the most project-specific information on species which should be considered in permitting this project. The project area is located in the Lockwoods Folly quad. The occurrence data of special status species within this quad can be obtained on the internet at< hitp://www.ncnhp.org/Paizes/heritagedata.htm]>under the Database Search section. Our review indicates that the only federally protected species under Service jurisdiction that is likely to occur in the project area is the West Indian manatee(Trichechus manatus), a federally-endangered mammal. There are current records for the manatee in the Lockwoods Folly quad. The shallow, estuarine waters of the lower Lockwoods Folly River may provide suitable habitat for manatees that move along the Atlantic Coast during summer months and are seasonal transients in North Carolina,primarily from June through October. Manatees may occupy waters one to two meters(3.3 -6.6 feet)deep. The species moves extensively when in North Carolina waters and past occurrence records cannot be used to precisely determine the likelihood that it will be present at a particular construction site. To protect manatees in North Carolina,the Service developed guidelines entitled"Precautions for General Construction in Areas Which May Be Used by the West Indian Manatee in North Carolina." These guidelines address all types of in-water construction, except blasting,and should produce little, if any, additional expense. The guidelines are intended mainly to ensure that construction personnel are informed that manatees may occur in the work area,that work should cease if a manatee approaches the work area,work should not resume until the manatee leaves the work area, and procedures for reporting the death or injury of a manatee. These guidelines are available on our web site at<htip://nc- es.fws.gov/mammal/manatee guidelines.pdf>. The risk to manatees could be reduced to an acceptable level by the implementation of the Service's guidelines. The risk would be further reduced by performing the work during the period of November through May. If the Corps' public interest review should lead to the issuance of the DA permit,there should be a condition requiring the implementation our manatee guidelines. With such a permit condition,the Service would concur with a determination by the District Engineer that the proposed actions are not likely to adversely affect threatened or endangered species under our jurisdiction or their designated critical habitat. The requirements of section 7 of the Endangered Species Act would be fulfilled. However, section 7 would need to be reconsidered if: (1)new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered; (2)this action is subsequently modified in a manner which was not considered in this review; or,(3)a new species is listed or critical habitat determined that may be affected by the identified action. Service Concerns and Recommendations The Service is concerned about the proposal to construct an enclosed structure over a coastal marsh. While piers and docks are water-dependent,enclosed structures for recreation and storage can,and should,be built on uplands landward of intertidal marsh. The use of the proposed structure as a fish camp and storage facility has the potential to degrade water quality in the marsh below. There is a potential for gasoline, other petroleum products, and other harmful substances to drop from the structure into the marsh below. The issues of sanitary facilities and trash disposal are not addressed in the PN,but these issues also raise concerns regarding the degradation of water quality. DCM WILMINGTON, NC NOV 2 1 2005 The Service is also concerned that the enclosed structure would adversely impact coastal marsh which represents a PNA by blocking sunlight and associated boat traffic. The wakes of boats to and from the enclosed structure could erode the margins of the marsh. Shading produced by structures over marshes results in the loss of plant growth and vigor. A study in South Carolina compared stem densities of Spartina under docks with stem densities five meters away from docks(Sanger and Holland 2002 as cited in Street et al. 2005,p. 350). This study indicated an average reduction in stem density of 71%under the docks. The study concluded that although shading of Spartina by docks reduces stem density,the total impact on wetland habitat was minor. However,local effects in areas with many docks could be significant. The area shaded by the enclosed structure,while small compared to a house,would be greater than shading produced by a pier or dock. A portion of the marsh under the structure could be shaded throughout the day. The Service recommends that a DA permit not be issued for the proposed enclosed structure over a coastal marsh which serves as a PNA. As noted,this structure has the potential to degrade important coastal marsh habitat and should,therefore,be built on uplands. As Street et al. (2005,p. 353)note wetlands, such as the coastal marshes along Lockwoods Folly River,are highly productive biologically and because of their expansive coverage and biomass produce a large amount of organic matter which is broken down and used by many species near the wetlands and elsewhere. These highly productive habitats should not be lost to development which can occur in uplands. The Service appreciates the opportunity to comment on this permit application. If you have questions regarding these comments,please contact Howard Hall at 919-856-4520,ext. 27 or by e-mail at< howard_hall@fws.gov>. Sincerely, 7 A r Pete Benjamin Ecological Services Supervisor Literature cited: Sanger, D. M. and A.F. Holland. 2002. Evaluation of the impacts of dock structures on South Carolina estuarine environments. South Carolina Department of Natural Resources,Marine Resources Research Institute,Charleston, SC. Tech. Rep.No. 99. 82p. Street,M.W.,A.S. Deaton,W.S. Chappell, and P.D. Mooreside. 2005.North Carolina Coastal Habitat Protection Plan. North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources,Division of Marine Fisheries,Morehead City,NC. 656 pp. [available at< hqp://www.ncfisheries.net/habitat/chpp28.htm] >]. cc: Ronald Mikulak,US Environmental Protection Agency,Atlanta,GA Ron Sechler,NOAA Fisheries,Beaufort,NC Steve Everhart,NC Wildlife Resources Commission,Wilmington,NC Jim Gregson,NC Division of Coastal Management,Wilmington,NC John Dorney,NC Division of Water Quality,Raleigh,NC MEMO To: Doug Huggett, From: Mike Christenbury Subject: Consistency Determination, Major Permit Application, Bobby L. Norton—Brunswick County Date: October 31, 2005 The applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. The project is located along the banks of the Lockswood Folly River near V arnumtown. Areas of Environmental Concern (AEC's) impacted by the proposal are Estuarine Waters, Coastal Wetlands and Public Trust Areas. Waters at the project site are classified as SA and are not open to the harvesting of shellfish. The area is a Primary Nursery Area. I have reviewed this proposal for consistency with the 1997Brunswick County Land Use Plan and offer the following comments. The general area of the project is classified as Conservation. In general, Brunswick County allows development in conservation classified AECs which is consistent with the State's minimum use standards. The Brunswick County Land Use Plan contains some policies which exceed the State's minimum use standards. However, none of these standards appear to be applicable to this proposal. Provided all local, state and federal requirements can be met, this project appears to be consistent with the Brunswick County Land Use Plan. Cc: File US Army Corps PUBLIC NOTICE Of Engineers Wilmington District Issue Date: October 21, 2005 Comment Deadline: November 21, 2005 Corps Action ID #: 200501281 All interested parties are hereby advised that the Wilmington District, Corps of Engineers (Corps)has received an application for work within jurisdictional waters of the United States. Specific plans and location information are described below and shown on the attached plans. This Public Notice and all attached plans are also available on the Wilmington District Web Site at www.saw.usace.army.mil/wetlands Applicant: Bobby L.Norton 2401 Leonard Road SW Supply,North Carolina 28462 AGENT: Michael A. Norton 1916 Camelot Drive Ocean Isle Beach,North Carolina 28469 Authority The Corps will evaluate this application and a decide whether to issue, conditionally issue, or deny the proposed work pursuant to applicable procedures of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899. Location The proposed project is located in the salt marsh near the end NCSR 1123, adjacent to Varnamtown, within the waters of the Lockwoods Folly River, Brunswick County,North Carolina. Latitude 33-56-50 and Longitude 78-13-25. Existing Site Conditions The project site is located in the salt marsh, on the east side of Lockwoods Folly River, adjacent to Varnamtown. The site is located on a 100' x 100' parcel of land that consists primarily of regularly flooded Smooth Cord grass Marsh (Spartina alternaflora)along the river's edge in a band approximately 20-30 feet in width, transitioning to primarily Black Needle rush(Juncus roemerianus) along the northeast side of the parcel. Existing structures on the property consist of debris and the remnants of a pre-existing fish camp/shack and dock structure. The Lockwoods Folly River is approximately 200 feet wide with a 100' wide Federal Navigation Channel at this location. The waters of the Lockwoods Folly River are classified"SA"by the North Carolina Division of Water Quality. The area is designated as a Primary Nursery Area by the North Carolina Division of Marine Fisheries and is closed to the harvesting of shellfish. Applicant's Stated Purpose The purpose of the proposed project is to replace the pre-existing fishing camp/shack and dock structure and use it for recreational purposes along with using it to store commercial and recreational fishing equipment and supplies. Project Description The applicant states that the property was purchased from Mr. Malcolm "Mac"and Francis Galloway over forty years ago. He also states that efforts to locate descriptive title documentation beyond a Property Datasheet, and Brunswick County map records of Parcel No. 21700101 were unsuccessful. The applicant also contacted Mr. Brian Cheshire with the NC Attorney Generals Office to research possible submerged lands claims for the property. No submerged land claim information was located and the property remains in State ownership. The applicant proposes to replace the pre-existing fishing camp/shack and dock structure. The proposed structure would measure 14' in width by 16' in depth. The structure would be located near the center of the parcel, on the river(southwest) side. The structure would have a 4' wide covered "stoop" on the southwest side. The structure would be constructed on 6'x 6' pilings imbedded to a depth of 8' below the substrate. The structure (lowest horizontal member)would be elevated approximately 8' above Mean Low Water and approximately 4.5 feet above Mean High Water and the marsh substrate. The applicant states the wall and roof sections would be pre-constructed off site and transported to the site for final assembly. The structure would have a finished enclosed floor area of 224 sq. ft. The elevated pier and dock would extend from the porch. The pier would be 4 feet in width by approximately 24 feet in length. On the waterward end of the pier the applicant is proposing a 4 feet wide by 12 feet long dock. The structure would terminate approximately 35 feet from the near bottom edge of the Federal Channel. Water depths at the waterward end of the dock would be approximately—15 inches at Mean Low Water. See the attached drawings for more details. Other Required Authorizations This notice and all applicable application materials are being forwarded to the appropriate State agencies for review. The Corps will generally not make a final permit decision until the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) issues, denies, or waives State certification required by Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (PL 92-500). The receipt of the application and this public notice in the NCDWQ Central Office in Raleigh serves as application to the NCDWQ for certification. A waiver will be deemed to occur if the NCDWQ fails to act on this request for,certification within sixty days of the date of the receipt of this notice in the NCDWQ Central Office. Additional information 2 regarding the Clean Water Act certification may be reviewed at the NCDWQ Central Office,401 Oversight and Express Permits Unit, 2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604-2260. All persons desiring to make comments regarding the application for certification under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act should do so in writing delivered to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ), 1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,North Carolina 27699-1650 Attention: Ms Cyndi Karoly by November 14, 2005. The applicant has not provided to the Corps, a certification statement that his/her proposed activity complies with and will be conducted in a manner that is consistent with the approved North Carolina Coastal Zone Management Program. Pursuant to 33 CFR 325.2(b)(2), the Corps can not issue a permit for the proposed work until the applicant submits such a certification to the Corps and the North Carolina Division of Coastal Management (NCDCM), and the NCDCM notifies the Corps that it concurs with the applicant's consistency certification. Essential Fish Habitat This notice initiates the Essential Fish Habitat(EFH)consultation requirements of the Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The Corps' initial determination is that the proposed project may adversely impact EFH or associated fisheries managed by'the South Atlantic or Mid Atlantic Fishery Management Councils or the National Marine Fisheries Service. These impacts to EFH include destruction of habitat during the construction of the structures, erosion and sedimentation issues and water quality issues. Cultural Resources The Corps has consulted the latest published version of the National Register of Historic Places and is not aware that any registered properties, or properties listed as being eligible for inclusion therein are located within the project area or will be affected by the proposed work. Presently, unknown archeological, scientific,prehistoric, or historical data may be located within the project area and/or could be affected by the proposed work. Endangered Species The Corps has reviewed the project area, examined all information provided by the applicant and consulted the latest North Carolina Natural Heritage Database. Based on available information, the Corps has determined there may be species listed as threatened or endangered or their critical habitat formally designated pursuant to the Endangered Species Act of 1973 (ESA)within the project area. A final determination on the effects of the proposed project will be made upon additional review of the project and completion of any necessary biological assessment and/or consultation with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and/or National Marine Fisheries Service. 3 V Evaluation The decision whether to issue a permit will be based on an evaluation of the probable impacts, including cumulative impacts, of the proposed activity on the public interest. That decision will reflect the national concern for both protection and utilization of important resources. The benefit which reasonably may be expected to accrue from the proposal must be balanced against its reasonably foreseeable detriments. All factors which may be relevant to the proposal will be considered including the cumulative effects thereof; among those are conservation, economics, aesthetics, general environmental concerns, wetlands,historic properties, fish and wildlife values, flood hazards, flood plain values(in accordance with Executive Order 11988), land use,navigation, shoreline erosion and accretion,recreation, water supply and conservation, water quality,energy needs, safety, food and fiber production, mineral needs, considerations of property ownership, and, in general, the needs and welfare of the people. For activities involving the discharge of dredged or fill materials in waters of the United States, the evaluation of the impact of the activity on the public interest will include application of the Environmental Protection Agency's 404(b)(1) guidelines. Commenting Information The Corps is soliciting comments from the public; Federal, State and local agencies and officials; Indian Tribes and other interested parties in order to consider and evaluate the impacts of this proposed activity. Any comments received will be considered by the Corps to determine whether to issue,modify, condition or deny a permit for this proposal. To make this decision, comments are used to assess impacts on endangered species, historic properties, water quality, general environmental effects and the other public interest factors listed above. Comments are used in the preparation of an Environmental Assessment(EA) and/or an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act(NEPA)..Comments are also used to determine the need for a public hearing and to determine the overall public interest of the proposed activity. 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VARNAMTOWN t�i� \ Cr:;i; '1 t ! 2005 S.R.1123 SITE LAYOUT 1on.00' PROPOSED Ih1PFRVIOUS SURFACE:AREA 15'X21'=315SIT o � C C O C STRICTURE IN FRONT-CENTER OF PARCEL 6x6 Pilings B Ft Depth Enclosed (Replace Existing) St ru ctn rc I A'x 16' Covered Stoop Y-6"M111_W----- 1'-0"MI.W------ 24'x A'Walktsa}'/Picr 0'-0"N1LW------ -0'-8"NIL1ti'--- 12's•t'Dock MnSTRUCTLW LAYOUT 1"=20' F OD FOLLY STRUCTURE RENOVATION T: BOBBY I,.NORTON O.21700101,BRI INSWICIC COUNTY,NC S SHOWN 17-05 Rcv.09-13-05 Y: 1'y1ICHAEL NORTON 48'-6" 21'•0" 20'-0" 4'-0" Hi Metalrrin Roof 28'-0" 4'-0" 241•0" FM T-111 or Similar Flood-Proof Structural Siding 6x6 Treated Existing Marsh Vegetation Pile(I•yp) 2'to 3'Typ.Height I 1 1 t . .I.1'. '1'4' .'I.I. .'1.1. .'I.1. 1•I 1.I. •I N I I• •1•I M I N I N I L V- 8'Typ.Pile Embedment Depth I.6 RIGHT SIDE ELEVATION 14'-0" N Relative to MLW: 8.0'to Lowest Horizontal Member 8.6'to First Floor Finished Grade ———— EL.8.0'(Relative to MLNV) MHVV&Marsh Surface Level(3.6') •.I.I'I.1. '.1 J'.1 4'.1'1'. .'t it'I.'. Elevation 0.0 MLW GI `� i FRONT ELEVATION LOCKWOOD FOLLY STRUCTURE RENOVATION APPLICANT: BOBBY L.NORTON PARCEL NO.21700101,BRUNSWICK COUNTY,NC SCALE: 1/8" (/"' $ o) DATE: 02-17-05 DRAWN BY: NICHAEL NORTON A� NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary October 12, 2005 Mr. Bobby L. Norton 2401 Leonard Road SW Supply,NC 28462 Dear Mr. Norton: This letter is with reference to your application for a Coastal Area Management Act Major Development permit to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock in Brunswick County adjacent to the Lockwoods Folly River near the end of NCSR 1123, Varnamtown,NC. Although processing of the application is nearing completion, additional time is needed for this office to complete the review and make a decision on your request. Therefore, it is necessary that the standard review time be extended. An additional 75 days is provided by G.S. 113A-122(c) which would make December 23, 2005 the new deadline for reaching a decision on your request. However, we expect to take action prior to that time and will do so as soon as possible. In the interim, if you have any question on the status of your application, do not hesitate to contact me by phone (252-808-2808) or e-mail (doug.huggett@ncmail.net). Very sincerely, V. Dou uggett Major Permits & Consistency Coordinator cc: DCM, Morehead City DCM, Wilmington 400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, North Carolina 28557 Phone: 252-808-28081 FAX: 252-247-33301 Internet: www,nccoastalmanagement.net OCT 10 W NCDENR OCT 200 or h Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources sH�lll�N�rATbN Division of Coastal Management J,Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr, Secretary September 20, 2005 MEMORANDUM: V FSEP !TO: Patty Fowler � ; NCDENR-Division of Environmental Health Shellfish Sanitation Section SHELLFISH SANITATION ' FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NC SR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at (910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED ��t,���_ DATE 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www,nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural ilisiam Quyrc Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director 131or I.,geQq36,3y September 20, 2005 Morehead City DCM MEMORANDUM: RECEIVED SEP 00 2005 TO: Linda Lewis and _�� Noelle Lutheran Division of Water Quality FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator In Rev I eLoP SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review QC IA` Applicant: Bobby L. Norton ,v Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. I 2 SW z�er-�'Je�m r f I S This agency approves of the project only if the ram^YmmPn,�P� oh� . ieeetd'. See attached. CU�'j}'2in eU. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED ✓� DATE -23_ZC�� 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equai Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper Sep 22 05 11 : 27a Preferred Customer 910-437-2535 p. 1 A' NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michaei F Easley,Governor Charles S.Jones,Director William G. Ross Jr, Secretary September 20, 2005 MEMORANDUM: TO: Jason Epley Division of Community.Assistance FROM: Doug Huggett,Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near V arriamtown,in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. 1f you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215,when appropriate,in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED 1 _ DATE 127 Cardinal Drive Ext.,Wilmington, Forth Carolina 28405-3845 Phcne: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagemeit.net NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary f=1%:I September 20, 2005 < SEP ti d ZOpS MEMORANDUM: 2005 SEP TO: Steve EverMOrGhoold ,rltl 0CM r1n RECEIVED NC Wildlife Resources Commission Habitat q CoP ogram n FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator �68 , SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review ! 7' Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project,please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments: _f - lo SIGNED7-46/ DATE Z� Ifi 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement,net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F.Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William o r. ecretary September 20, 2005 SEP 2 9 2005 MEMORANDUM: Moreheau city ACM TO: .tev.+ as Connic', Brunswick Co. LPO FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED DATE ^u 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper SEP 2 9 2005 NCDENR Morehead City DCM North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary September 20, 2005 MEMORANDUM: TO: Dan Sams For James Simons Division of Land Resources FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form . �by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED DATE &V 127 Cardinal Drive Ext, Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper �NCDENR SEP 3 0 200 k) North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural MwMad City ACM Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary September 20, 2005 MEMORANDUM: TO: Joe Henderson ' 2 [005 NC Dept. of Administration State Property Office FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. -1 Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please'indicata'below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at (910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. 0.1 SIGNED DATE 12 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-7215 \ FAX: 910-395-3964 \ Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled\10%Post Consumer Paper -� p C E 0 E NCDEN� OCT - s 2005 North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural R RABITATPROTECTION Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley,Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary September 20, 2005 MEMORANDUM: TO: Fritz Rohde Division of Marine Fisheries FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project,please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215,when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. �s agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED K DATE ( 0 � 0 � 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper 10/24/2005 18:04 NC STATE HISTORIC PRESERUATION 4 919103953964 NO.023 P02 6 NCDENR North Carolina Department of Fnvironment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F.Easley,Governor Charles S.Jones, Director Wi I iam G.Rots Jr..Secietary Tp- September 20, 2005 Ir —), MEMORANDUM: OCT 2 7 Nbj A TO: Renee Gledhill-Early Morehead City 0(;(Vl 5(swok lb[05 NC Dept.of Cultural Resources mloqv Archives&History FROM. Doug Huggett,Major permits Coordinator D SUBACT: CARA Permit Application Review Applicant; Bobby L.Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in.the Locktivood Folly River, near Vaxnarntown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19,2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project,please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215,when appropriate,in-depth corm-nents with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to tbe project as proposed. This agency has no comment on.the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are RECEIV I ED incorporated, See attached. SEP 2 6 1>i115 This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNE V " DATEC>,S- 127 Cardinai Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone; 910-796-7215 1 W: 910-395-3964 t Internet: www,nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunil y l AM rmative Act on Employer-50%Reqcled`10%Post Consumer Paper 2m NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., secretary September 20, 2005 MEMORANDUM: R._D RE „ TO: Linda Lewis S E P 2 p It �� � 2005 and � Noelle Lutheran ay- U Division of Water Quality tfWtitY ID CM FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Vamamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated- pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project,please contact Jim Gregson at(910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. D REPLY: _/V\ This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. S �© -c:t- This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNED DATE 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-72151 FAX: 910-395-39641 Internet: www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled 110%Post Consumer Paper i 3 SEP Z,'fi 4N NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary September 20, 2005 RECEIVr-ri: MEMORANDUM: SEP 2 8 2009 TO: Ken Pace ON.OF COASTAL W"WCOEM NCDOT State Construction/Materials Branch FROM: Doug Huggett, Major Permits Coordinator; SUBJECT: CAMA Permit Application Review SEP 3 0 ?005 Applicant: Bobby L. Norton Morehead City UCM Project Location: Near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwood Folly River, near Varnamtown, in Brunswick County. Proposed Project: The Applicant proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock. Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return this form by October 19, 2005. If you have any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Jim Gregson at (910) 796-7215, when appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data is requested. REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed. This agency has no comment on the proposed project. This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes are incorporated. See attached. This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached comments. SIGNEDK DATE - q I dos 127 Cardinal Drive Ext., Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-7215 \ FAX: 910-395-3964 \ Internet. www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer—50%Recycled\10%Post Consumer Paper OCM% DWO% DuvOopmonl Type FEE 114200 1601 435100093 1G25 G2531 (243001602 43S100095 2341) Private;,ncri•ram,noreial r+1\' rlUprnont IhBI dour,no[invcly $250 100%.(5250) 0%(SO) riill;,19 or erravotian of any et6u,rl;or open water areas: Q �. I'uhlic or cummcr�at dovelopmenl O%(SO) .rat Boca not Involve tha filling or S400 100°5(54C0) 4Xr1rv:,Gen of ony wutlands or Caen Water area.. M. For duvOopmenl that invelvas the cling I n r oxcava ton or up to 1 acr3 of wgd:3nda mndlor open wntnr xoss,datetrroou if A.E.C,or D hragw a�pl;r.;: 111(A}. FCr Private,nc;n•corrmcrdal rfevnlnprncnt,ll Gcnonl water Ouality $,50 100%(Si50) 0%(SO) Canit'ic.aion No.3301 (see altuhcd) C:,n be npplie t 111(p.): For public or=mmarcill dc:ctoptncnl,If Gencrul water cuality c_100 100%(S400) 0%(SO) C%111riC7:icn No.3301 (t(je attached) i an bo a^rIiod: Itl(C). If Genc:Jl Wat.r G`uaGly Cartificaftn No.3-101(seE:attached) :Ovid be IppGcd,but DCM �. 40%(S160) dc.umt:nl�,r t that adjitiunai reyi,;W and 5�00 00,0(SZ40) written DWQ cQncurrenca is rtrt,d,:d bccau.c of=11cCmr,rotated to water qu:dity or ay::dic WO: I11(D). ItGun^_ralWalrrQua"ly S160) Ccrtifir.;W,;n No.3301(F'i%a altochcd) 5470 60°5(5240) 40%( cnn rot be applied: IV.F For duvolopmenl If'nl rmolvcs'� the Gl,iug and/or excavnti0n of More „, 5.175 GD%(S255) -40°/.(5290) than ona r,cru or W0l13nd;art11ar a M 66-112 AlOW /17/G lfs4�rL s:. � 531 Pr;ve / 41" JIA 7 24 D S Q PAY Ae LD Jvv cc i� PLEASE ENTER YOUR ACCOUNT NUMBER BELOW BB&T as / LL H USE FOR 10 DIGIT ACCOUNT NUMBER ; ,yam 4: NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary September 20, 2005 FAX: 910-754-5407 2 Pages Brunswick Beacon Legal Advertisement Section Post Office Box 2558 Shallotte, North Carolina 28459 Re: Public Notice - Bobby L. Norton Dear Sir: Please publish the attached Notice in the Thursday, September 29, 2005 issue. The State Office of Budget and Management requires an original Affidavit of Publication prior to payment for newspaper advertising. Please send the affidavit, an original copy of the published notice, and an original invoice to Jaye Poole, Division of Coastal Management, 1638 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1638. Please also send a copy of the affidavit to DCM, 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, NC 28405. Thank you for your assistance in this matter. If you should have any questions, please contact me at our Wilmington office. Sincerely, Shaun Simpson Coastal Management Admin. Assistant Enclosure cc: Doug Huggett File Copy 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-7215\Fax: 910-395-3964\Internet: http://dcm2.enr.state.nc.us An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled\10%Post Consumer Paper NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION FOR CAMA MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT The Department of Environment and Natural Resources hereby gives public notice as required by NCGS 113A-119(b) that application for a development permit in an Area of Environmental Concern as designated under the CAMA was received on July 26, 2005 According to said application, Bobby L. Norton proposes to replace a pre-existing fishing camp/shack and associated pier and dock located near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwoods Folly River, near Varnamtown, Brunswick County. A copy of the entire application may be examined or copied at the office Jim Gregson of N.C. Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Coastal Management, 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, North Carolina 28405, 910-796-7215 during normal business hours. Comments mailed to Charles S. Jones, Director, Division of Coastal Management, 1638 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1638, prior to October 19, 2005 will be considered in making the permit decision. Later comments will be accepted and considered up to the time of permit decision. Project modification may occur based on review and comment by the public and state and federal agencies. Notice of the permit decision in this matter will be provided upon written request. NCDENR North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources Division of Coastal Management Michael F. Easley, Governor Charles S. Jones, Director William G. Ross Jr., Secretary September 19, 2005 Mr. Michael A. Norton 1916 Camelot Drive Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina 28469 Dear Mr. Norton: The Division of Coastal Management hereby acknowledges receipt of your application, acting as agent for Mr. Bobby L. Norton, for State approval for development of property located near the end of NCSR 1123, in the Lockwoods Folly River, near Varnamtown, Brunswick County. It was received complete on 07/26/05, and appears to be adequate for processing at this time. The projected deadline for making a decision is 10/09/05. An additional 75-day review period is provided by law when such time is necessary to complete the review. If you have not been notified of a final action by the initial deadline stated above, you should consider the review period extended. Under those circumstances, this letter will serve as your notice of an extended review. However, an additional letter will be provided on or about the 75th day. If this agency does not render a permit decision within 70 days from 07/26/05, you may request a meeting with the Director of the Division of Coastal Management and permit staff to discuss the status of your project. Such a meeting will be held within five working days from the receipt of your written request and shall include the property owner, developer, and project designer/consultant. NCGS 113A-119(b) requires that Notice of an application be posted at the location of the proposed development. Enclosed you will find a "Notice of Permit Filing" postcard which must be posted at the property of your proposed development. You should post this notice at a conspicuous point along your property where it can be observed from a public road. Some examples would be: Nailing the notice card to a telephone pole or tree along the road right-of-way fronting your property; or at a point along the road right-of-way where a private road would lead one into your property. Failure to post this notice could result in an incomplete application. An onsite inspection will be made, and if additional information is required, you will be contacted by the appropriate State or Federal agency. Please contact me if you have any questions and notify me in writing if you wish to receive a copy of my field report and/or comments from reviewing agencies. S nce ely, Jim/Gregson District Manager Enclosure cc: Doug Huggett, DCM Henry Wicker, COE Mr. Bobby L. Norton Connie Marlow (LPO) 127 Cardinal Drive Extension, Wilmington, North Carolina 28405-3845 Phone: 910-796-7215\Fax: 910-350-2004\Internet:www.nccoastalmanagement.net An Equal Opportunity\Affirmative Action Employer-50%Recycled\10%Post Consumer Paper r ® , 4 AMA 9:=- RMIT APPLIED F R PROJECT: AM COMMENTS ACCEPTED THROUGH l9• -zao.� APPLICANT: FOR MORE DETAILS CONTACT THE LOCAL PERMIT OFFICER BELOW: . 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