02-04 Hiddenite/Emerald Hollow File Pt. 2 Redacted

Wehner, Judy
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Thank you very much
Heath Adams <[e-mail]>
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 4:40 PM
Wehner, Judy
Khan, Zahid; Davis, Tracy
Re: Letter of Credit on file
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From: "Wehner, Judy" <[e-mail]>
Date: 9/13/17 4:23 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Heath Adams <[e-mail]>
Cc: "Khan, Zahid" <[e-mail]>, "Davis, Tracy" <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: Letter of Credit on file
The Director of the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources has authorized staff to grant extensions to submit
renewals within 180 days of the expiration date. The expiration date for Mining Permit No. 02-04 is September 18,
2017. Your request for an extension of time to submit the renewal request is approved. The new deadline is 5:00 pm
on October 18, 2017.
From: Heath Adams [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 4:08 PM
To: Wehner, Judy <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Letter of Credit on file
Thank you very much for your assistance and getting me steered in the right direction. I need a little time to get
everything in order and if I could have at least 30 days that would be great. Please let me know.
Thanks, Heath Adams
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From: "Wehner, Judy" <judy.wehner!@ ncdenr.gov>
Date: 9/13/17 3:54 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Heath Adams <heath(a�ehmemail.com>
Subject: Letter of Credit on file
Here is the bond we have on file for Mining Permit No. 02-04.

Here is the website for the bond information and all thwe other forms you may need.
https:/Ideg.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-nuneral-land r, sources/energy-mineral-land-permits/mining-permits/forms

Wehner, Judy
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Heath Adams <[e-mail]>
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Wednesday, October 18, 2017 6:10 PM
To:
Wehner, Judy
Cc:
Heath Adams
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Re: [External] Re: Letter of Credit on file
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attachment and content are safe. Send all suspicious email as an attachment to [e-mail].
I just want to say thank you for working with us to get our letter of credit taken care of. We got everything
finalized today with the bank and you should already have a email from Tonya Ledford. She has sent the hard
copies by FedEx to you. Please review and let me know that everything is correct when you receive them.
Thanks, Heath Adams
General Manager
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From: "Wehner, Judy" <[e-mail]>
Date: 10/16/17 12:45 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Heath Adams <[e-mail]>
Subject: RE: [External] Re: Letter of Credit on file
Get it in as soon as you can.
From: Heath Adams [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Friday, October 13, 2017 2:52 PM
To: Wehner, Judy <[e-mail]>
Subject: [External] Re: Letter of Credit on file
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I had a question about our letter of credit. We have been working hard on it but we have hit a few snags along
the way trying to make it happen. Its mainly on the bank side waiting on them. I know our new deadline is on
October 18th by 5pm. I want to make sure we send everything correctly because its a little confusing on the
website. I also needed to verify if it has to arrive to you by the 18th or postmarked by the 18th. I have tried to
call a few times and left you a voicemail as well. I can be reached directly on my cell phone at 704-437-2312. If
you could find time to call me that would be great because I have a few other questions as well.
Thanks, Heath Adams
General Manbager
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From: "Wenner, Judy" <judy.wehnert7ae,ncdenr.gov>
Date: 9/13/17 4:23 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Heath Adams <heath e,ehmemail.com>
Cc: "Khan, Zahid" <zahid.khanna ncdenr.gov>, "Davis, Tracy" <tracy.davisna ncdenr.gov>
Subject: RE: Letter of Credit on file
The Director of the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources has authorized staff to grant extensions to submit
renewals within 180 days of the expiration date. The expiration date for Mining Permit No. 02-04 is September 18,
2017. Your request for an extension of time to submit the renewal request is approved. The new deadline is 5:00 pm
on October 18, 2017.
From: Heath Adams [mailto:[e-mail]
Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 4:08 PM
To: Wehner, Judy <iudv.wehner@ncdenr.¢ov>
Subject: Re: Letter of Credit on file
Thank you very much for your assistance and getting me steered in the right direction. I need a little time to get
everything in order and if I could have at least 30 days that would be great. Please let me know.
Thanks, Heath Adams
Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy smartphone
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From: "Wenner, Judy" <[e-mail]>
Date: 9/13/17 3:54 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Heath Adams <[e-mail]>
Subject: Letter of Credit on file
Here is the bond we have on file for Mining Permit No. 02-04.
Here is the website for the bond information and all thwe other forms you may need.
https://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/energy-mineral-land-permits/mining-permits/forms

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North Carolina Department of Environment and
Division of Land Resources
James D. Simons, PG, PE Land Quality Section
Director and State Geologist
April 23, 2012
Hiddenite Gems, Incorporated
Post Office Box 276
Hiddenite, North Carolina 28636
Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Dee Freeman, Secretary
RE: Hiddenite Gem Mine (Permit # 02-04)
Alexander County, N.C.
Dear Sir or Madam:
Attached is a copy of our report documenting an inspection recently conducted at a mine site for which
our records show you to be responsible. The inspection was performed under the provisions of North
Carolina General Statute 74-56 of the Mining Act of 1971.
Please review the report carefully and note any problems or deficiencies documented by the inspector.
Furthermore, please note any recommendations and/or specific corrective actions required to correct
any deficiencies that may be listed.
The responsibility for understanding and complying with the terms and conditions of your mining
permit and the Act lies with you.
Please do not hesitate to contact this office if you have any questions concerning the attached report.
Your cooperation is appreciated.
TE/cys
Attaclunent
Cc: Mining Specialist
Sincerely,
Tamera EpH4 PE
Assistant Regional Engineer
RECEIVED
APR 2 5 2012
LAND OLIALITY SECTION

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
James D. Simons, PG, PE Land Quality Section Beverly Eaves Perdue, Governor
Director and State Geologist Dee Freeman, Secretary
July 12, 2010
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
Post Office Box 276
Hiddenite, North Carolina 28636
RE: Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine (Permit # 02-04)
Alexander County, N.C.
Dear Sir or Madame:
Attached is a copy of our report documenting an inspection recently conducted at a mine site for
which our records show you to be responsible. The inspection was performed under the
provisions of North Carolina General Statute 74-56 of the Mining Act of 1971.
Please review the report carefully and note any problems or deficiencies documented by the
inspector. Furthermore, please note any recommendations and/or specific corrective actions
required to correct any deficiencies that may be listed.
The responsibility for understanding and complying with the terms and conditions of your
mining permit and the Act lies with you.
Please do not hesitate to contact this office if you have any questions concerning the attached
report.
Your cooperation is appreciated.
Sincerel ,
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Assistant Regional Engineer
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Attachment
cc: Mining Specialist
Mooresville Regional Office
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301, Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Telephone: [phone] / FAX: [phone] • Internet: http://www.dlr.enr.state.nc.us/pages/landqualitysection.html
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
James D. Simons, PG, PE Land Quality Section
Director and State Geologist
April 2, 2008
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
Post Office Box 276
Hiddenite, North Carolina 28636
RE: Hiddenite Gems Mine (Permit # 02-04)
Alexander County, N.C.
Dear Sir or Madam:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Attached is a copy of our report documenting an inspection recently conducted at a mine site for
which our records show you to be responsible. The inspection was performed under the
provisions of North Carolina General Statute 74-56 of the Mining Act of 1971.
Please review the report carefully and note any problems or deficiencies documented by the
inspector. Furthermore, please note any recommendations and/or specific corrective actions
required to correct any deficiencies that may be listed.
The responsibility for understanding and complying with the terms and conditions of your
mining permit and the Act lies with you.
Please do not hesitate to contact this office if you have any questions concerning the attached
report.
Your cooperation is appreciated.
Surely,
Scott Harrel
Assistant Regional Engineer
Attachment
Ccr Floyd Williams, PG — Mining Specialist
GD/ae

Wehner
From:
Wehner, Judy
Sent:
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 4:23 PM
To:
'Heath Adams'
Cc:
Khan, Zahid; Davis, Tracy
Subject:
RE: Letter of Credit on file
The Director of the Division of Energy, Mineral and Land Resources has authorized staff to grant extensions to submit
renewals within 180 days of the expiration date. The expiration date for Mining Permit No. 02-04 is September 18,
2017. Your request for an extension of time to submit the renewal request is approved. The new deadline is 5:00 pm
on October 18, 2017.
From: Heath Adams [mailto:[e-mail]]
Sent: Wednesday, September 13, 2017 4:08 PM
To: Wehner, Judy <[e-mail]>
Subject: Re: Letter of Credit on file
Thank you very much for your assistance and getting me steered in the right direction. I need a little time to get
everything in order and if I could have at least 30 days that would be great. Please let me know.
Thanks, Heath Adams
Sent from my Verizon, Samsung Galaxy sniartphone
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From: "Wehner, Judy" <judv.welmer/amcdenr aov>
Date: 9/13/17 3:54 PM (GMT-05:00)
To: Heath Adams <heathgehmetnail.com>
Subject: Letter of Credit on file
Here is the bond we have on file for Mining Permit No. 02-04.
Here is the website for the bond information and all thwe other forms you may need.

Memo
To: Judy Wehner
FrpM: Zahid Khan
cc:
Date:
Re:
9/6/2007
SEP 10 2007
Hiddenite Gems Inc. Mine PermitL'4 ;
Alexander County, and Yadkin River Basin
Application/Permit #: 02-04 ,
Tim Garrett reviewed the modification of recent sub
on August 10, 2007 with suspense date for co
mittal dated August 6
mments August 31, 2007 . 2007 and received in MRO
A copy of Tim Garrett's comment is attached for your review.
Please contact Tim Garrett or me if you need additional information.

.ienite Gem Mines, Alexander Co., Permit#02-04
Subject: Hiddenite Gem Mines, Alexander Co., Permit#02-04
From: Tim Garrett<[e-mail]>
Date: Wed, 05 Sep 2007 15:21:46 -0400
To: Zahid Khan <Zahid,[e-mail]>
Zahid,
The maps provided are sufficient. They convey the site the old hand drawn maps submitted previously. conditions much better than
I have no addition comments or
reservations provided Archdale has the required bond amount for the affected areas.
Thanks, Tim
Tim Garrett - T_im.Garrett@ncmai]..net
North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
Div. of Land Resources - Land Quality Section
610 E. Center Ave., Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Ph: [phone] Fax: [phone]
9/5/2007 3:22 PM

E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND 09-0y
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a
range of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved
by the Department to be affected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert the approximate
acreage for each aspect o the mining operation that you intend to affect during the life of this mining
permit ,n addition, please insert the appropriate reclamation cost/acre for each category from the
Schedule ofReclamat:on Costs provided with this application form) OR you can defer to the Department to
calculate your bond for you based upon your maps and standard reclamation costs:
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AFFECTED RECLAMATION RECLAMATION
CATEGORY ACREAGE COST/ACRE* COST
Tailings/Sediment Ponds: . D7 Ac. X $ M&O /Ac. _ $&6:0t�
Stockpiles: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
Wastepiles: r 3 Ac. X $ o
15M io_/Ac. _ $ /060"
Processing Area/Haul Roads: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $ aq!TQo0
Mine Excavation: Jam_ Ac. X $ AQ&t-_/Ac. _ $ 3O000a
Other: Ac. X $ /Ac. _ $
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.: 3,Q j Ac.
(TOTAL PERMITTED AC.: q2-0 Ac.)
Divide the '1'U'1'AL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures
will be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage Ac.
b) Positive Drainage .3.01 Ac. X $1,500.00 = $ 44 (.0C)
SUBTOTAL COST: $ A0 q77°�
Inflation Factor: �'—
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ /D °'° X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
J:1
INFLATION COST: $
TOTAL COST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = $_
Total Reclamation Bond Cost: $3 /d0 00
(round down to the nearest 5100.00)
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MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicant's Name: Project Name:
Applic./Permit No.: County: ?"-Y,4—P- Date Received:
Reviewer.River Basin Name:
❑ New bRenewal ❑ Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification (outside permit boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑ Release
❑ Partial Release ❑"Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed: $
❑ Fee Received: $
PI aoc ro t& rritire aj2pliC91iQr1 paCkaOC to:
�:. Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach both the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy; send both copiey to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed Rec'd _
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
Please route first 5 paQes of the application and any location mane to:
❑ Division of Parks & Recreation Date: Routed Rec'd _
❑ NC Geological 5urvey 5ection Date: Routed Rec'd _
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Rec'd _
(Only new applications)
❑ Other.
Date: Routed Rec'd
**5uopemoe Date for Comments: (no later than 25 days
from receipt) (P
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July 18, 2007
Mrs. Judith A. Wehner
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Dear Mrs. Wehner,
The affected area has changed due to survey field measurements and by means of use of
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our
lands or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or
investigations as may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on
the land, as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order
to carry out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered
pursuant to G.S. 74-59.
LANDOWNER:
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order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to
the Land Quality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inqquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
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James D. Simons, PG, PE
Director and State Geologist
NCDENR
Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
June 25, 2007
Mr. Wesley G. Fox
Fox Surveying Company PC
PO Box 637
Taylorsville, North Carolina 28681
RE: Hiddenite Gem Mine
Permit No�04
Alexander County
Yadkin River Basin
Dear Mr. Fox:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
As per your request< I am returning the map you recently submitted for review. The
mine map needs the following adjustments:
All disturbed areas, including ponds and silt fence must be inside the permit
boundary or a modification must be submitted to move the permit boundary to
include this area.
2. Clearly label the 47 acre permit boundary.
3. Get Mr. Michael Watson to sign the enclosed Land Entry Agreement.
4. Since 3.46 acres has been approved to be affected and now 3.24 acres is requested
to be affected, explain the discrepancy. More accurate mapping with GPS is a
plausible explanation.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of
the requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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Mr. Fox
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Your prompt response will help us to complete processing the application. Please
contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
�'�.� .-
9J!ith4AO�W ehner
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Map
LEA
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
Mrs. Dorothy Watkins — Hiddenite Gems Inc., PO Box 276, Hiddenite, NC 28636

MINING CHECKLIST FOR ROUTING
Applicant's Name: 1hA1"'(L Lj Project Name:
Applic./Permit No.: uGounty: 44411'hin / Date Received: '6hR/07
Reviewers `n. River Basin Name: vT�
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❑ New F ,Renewal ❑ Modification (inside permit boundaries)
❑ Modification (outside perT)t boundaries) ❑Transfer ❑ Relea5e
❑ Partial Release &Additional Information ❑ Fee Needed: $
❑ Fee Received: $
Plea route ca;k& application package to-
Q "` ' < Regional Office (2 complete copies; attach the "LQ5 Regional
Office Mining Application Review Checklist" to one copy and attach k:rh the DWQ and DAQ
"Mining Application Review Form" to the other copy; send both copies to the Regional Engineer)
Date: Routed Rec'ci
❑ Division of Water Resources Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ NC Wildlife Resources Commission Date: Routed Rec'd
❑ U5 Fish & Wildlife Service Date: Routed Reed
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
• ail,•.c •-i • ... • • _ •i ,_. _•
❑ NC Geological Survey Section Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications and modification requests that add land to the permit)
❑ Division of Archives & History Date: Routed Rec'd
(Only new applications)
❑ Other:
Date: Routed
"Suopen5e Date for Comments: '/l
from receipt)
❑ Please note the following:
Rec'd
(no later than 25 days
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Department of Environmental and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
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Ms. Watkins hired my company to complete a request from your office on a mining
permit. Please review the information I have sent you and let me know if I can provide
you with any other information. The large copy of the site is my only copy at this time
however when you are satisfied with the completion of this project we can produce more
copies for your files. Thank you for your time.
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05/23/2007 08:35 919 8801 NC DENR DLR PAGE 01
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
A table/chart must be provided on the mine map that clearly lists the approximate acreage of
tailings/sediment ponds, stockpiles, wastepiles, processing area/haul roads, mine excavation and any other
major aspect of the nutting operation that is proposed to be affected/disturbed during the life of the mining
permit. A table/chart similar to the following will be acceptable:
FCATEGORY
AFFECTED ACREAGE
s/Sediment Ponds
O. p7
Stockpiles
`v°rep� �sa5
wastepiles
p p3
Processing Area/flaul Roads
Mine Excavation
Other
NOTE: N ADDITION TO THE ABOVE, THE MAPS MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE -
SPECIFIC INFORMATION THAT IS PROVIDED N THE ANSWERS TO THE FOLLOWING
ESTIONSISTA,TEMENTTS THROUGHOUT THE TIONS IN THIS APPLICATION O (."LEASE NOTE THE ITALICIZED
LNOBE
FONSIDERED COMPLETE WrMOUT ALL RELEVANT TEMSIBE NG�AD�EQUAT)ELy
ADDRESSED ON TILE MINE MAPS.
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Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
Certified Mail
Return Receipt Requested
7003 0500 0002 0451 9453
Ms. Dorothy Watkins
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
PO Box 276
Hiddenite, NC 2863E
RE: Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Mining Permit No. 02-04
Alexander County
Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
Dear Ms. Watkins
December 19, 2006
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
We have reviewed the renewal and modification request you submitted for the referenced mine
site. However, the following information is needed to continue processing your application:
1. A revised mine map is required. The following information, at a minimum, should be
clearly labeled on the revised mine map:
• A site vicinity map,
• The permit boundary (approximately 47 acres),
• All buffer zones,
• All excavation areas (all areas allowed to prospect),
• All other disturbed areas (parking area, paths/roads, flume area),
• All erosion and sedimentation control measures (both existing and any proposed),
• The proposed modification area,
• Property owners adjoining the permit boundary,
2. Please accurately fill out Page 5 of the application in its entirety. This information is
prudent to calculation the reclamation bond amount required for this site.
3. Please fill out Page 9 of the application.
4. Would you like to change the name of this mine from Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine to
Emerald Hollow Mine?
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*02-04 Renewal and Modification Request
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lease
been fuPiy addressed. advised
In thationr review
note the Land completed until all of the items listed above have
information, not included in this letter, as the minin a Quality Section may request additional
9 Quality
review progresses.
In order to complete the processing of your application, please forward two (2) copies of the
requested information to my attention at the following address:
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
As required by 15A NCAC 58.0013, you are hereby advised that you have 180 days from the
date of your receipt of this letter to submit all of the requested information. If you are unable to meet
this deadline and wish to request additional time, you must submit information, in writing, to the Director
clearly indicating why the deadline can not be met and request that an extension of time be granted. if
an extension of time is not granted, a decision will be made to grant or deny t
upon the information currently in the Department's files at thhe
mining permit based
e end of the 180-day Period.
Though the preceding statement cites the maximum time limit for your response, we encourage
YOU to provide the additional information requested by this letter as soon as possible. Your prompt
response will help us to complete processing your application sooner.
Please contact me at [phone] if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Kristin Hicklin
Assistant State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Section
Enclosures: Pages 5 and 9 of the application
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
A table/chart must be provided on the tailings/sediment ponds, stockpiles, wastthi mine
mapn that clearly lists the approximate
major aspect of the mining operation that is proposed to be affeched/diaul sturbed during theteo fd any acreage
Permit. A table/chart similar to the following will be acceptable:
the minis
CATEGORY
Tailings/Sediment Ponds
Stockpiles
Wastepiles
Processing Area/Hau�ds
Mine Excavation
Other
AFFECTED ACREAGE
NO-M.
EMIFI ADODITION TO THE ABOVE THE RMATION THAT IS PROVIDED MAPS T MUST ALSO INCLUDE ANY SITE
QUESTIONS IN THIS APPLICATIONTSN FORM `INS�'E TO THE FOLLOWING
CCONSIDEREDTCOMP COMPLETE WITHOTI"AOUGUT
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ADDRESSED ON THE �THOUT TE THE ITALICIZED
MINE MAPS `�I RELEVANT ITEMS BEING ADEQUATELY
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Memo
To: Kristin Hicklin
RECEIVED
ULC� 05 2006
From: Zahid Khan P �.. LAND QUALITY SECTION
CC:
Date: 11/28/2006
Re: Hiddenite Gems Inc. Mine Permit, Alexander County, and Yadkin River Basin
Application/Permit #: 02-04
Charles Gerstell reviewed the modification of recent submittal dated November 1, 2 and 14, 2006 and
received in MRO on November 21, 2006 with suspense date for comments December 8, 2006.
Adequate erosion and sediment control plan was not provided for review. Plan should be submitted
with proper erosion and sediment control measures, labels and identifying the buffer areas. I have not
reviewed this plan in detail. I will review after submission of a complete plan.
L o.ac•
A copy of Charles Gerstell comments, Mining application review checklist form and copy of DWQ and
DAQ comments are attached for your review.
Please contact Charles Gerstell or me if you need additional information.

Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Subject: Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
From: Charles Gerstell <[e-mail]>
Date: Mon, 27 Nov 2006 15:04:20 -0500
To: zahid Khan <[e-mail]>
Zahid,
I have reviewed the renewal request for Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine (02-04) and have
the following comments. I do not believe that the mine map submitted for this
renewal is adequate. No erosion and sedimentation control measures have been
pp'c shown. One buffer zone was shown on the aerial map, but buffers w re not provided
around the entire mining site. The permitted area is not la eleA vicinity map
�1�.has not been provided showing the location of the mining sit Ms. Watkins states
/ in her cover letter that she wants to increase the size of mining area #5, but the
mine map does not reflect this modification. No adjoining land owners have been
labeled. The map does not appear to have been drawn to any certain scale. I do not
feel that an inspector could use this map to determine locations in the field.
During an inspection with Stephanie Graham and Kristin Hicklin, several small
®.- mining areas were noted scattered throughout the wooded areas south of the creek
near mining area #8. These areas must be included on the map. Other issues also
exist. It does not appear that page 9 of the mining application has been
completed. IBEAM shows that the bonded acreage for this site is 3.46 acres which is
consistent with the last Mining Permit. However, the mining application for this
I.submittal has a disturbed acreage of 3.2. This must be clarified. It does not
_,r✓, appear that the disturbed areas associated with parking areas, paths, and the flume
S have been included within the proposed affected area. The affected acreage chart on
page 5 of the mining application has not been filled out. Page one of the mining
pplication indicates that the name of the applicant is Hiddenite Gems, Inc., but
T" the name shown on the check received for the review fee is Watkins Gem DBA Hidenite--si6'S
Gems Mine. This should be clarified to verify who the proper owner is. Finally, O.K..
the revegetation plan shown on the application does not appear to be as detailed as
the one shown on the current mining permit. ye grass should not be used. Please
let me know if you have any questions regardin this matter.
wt e
Thanks, VAy-,,�
C.T. l'-11-4'Vlr.
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Charles Gerstell - Charles.Gerstell@ncma_.l.no;.
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North Carolina Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
Div. of Land Resources - Land Quality Section
610 E. Center Ave., Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Ph: [phone] Fax: [phone]
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MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
forthe
DIVISION OF AIR QUALITY
Project/Number.LL#t= l`If S .1_A(,_ y County: /F�kXtt(q
Please return comments back to:
Comments due by: TA
Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards of air quality?
Comments:
Air permit required
Air permit existing
Other Comments:
Reviewed by:
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Print Name: +' C la 4
YES
(Permit
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Date: /1'2, ?' d C
09/2005 Central Office Reviewer: Y—t _

MINING PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW FORM
for the
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Project/Number:LC-L`kj�- (WMs�c 4U�-()y CountylkladlAcpu-
Please return comments back to: 7Ai,\A,� k\,2�A Cd
Comments due by: \ 2 6
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Will the operation, as proposed, violate standards of water quality?
Watershed/Stream Name & Classificatio
NPDES permit required
NPDES permit existing
Nondischarge permit required
Nondischarge permit existing
Wetlands disturbed
401 Wetland Cert. required
401 Wetland Cert. existi
Reviewed by' �a
Print Name:
09/2005
YES
(Permit # )
✓ (Permit # w )
NO
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Date: Z a
Central Office Reviewer: V, �

LAN' QUALITY SECTION REGIC" 4L OFFICE
MINING APPLICATION REVIEW CHECKLIST -=moos
APPLICATION/PERMIT NO.: 6 ;t — ()y ACTION: New �- enewal Transfer Release
APPLICANT NAME: �J k- 6ZWts Tc MINE NAME: J ;&-s COUNTY&61ao u
Administrative Issues:
etc. � M:.,_;-
A. Is the site currently under NOV? Yes Explain:
B. Is the site under CAMA jurisdiction? Yes Explain:
Field Issues:
A. Are potential wetlands and watercourses properly indicated on the Mine Map? Yes(Z) Explain:
B. Are the proposed buffer zones adequate? Yes®Explain: a���<
C. Do all occupied dwellings within
Explain:
feet of the mine excavation appear to be
No
D. Do all water supply wells within 500 feet of the mine excavation appear to be indicated? Yes No
Explain: _u„k.,�
E. Is visual screening needed? Yes V Explain:
F. Are the proposed erosion and sedimentation control measures properly located to prevent offsite
sedimentation? Yes dp Explain: -4-, m . , , sk
G. Is the proposed revegetation/reclamation plan acceptable? Yes No Explain:
Date inspected: -7. ,9. oc
Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan Review:
It is the responsibility of the Regional Office staff to verify the adequacy of the E&S measures. Please provide
any concerns or comments:
Other Comments:
Who was the application routed to and when?:
Division of Air Quality: Date: I
Division of Water Quality (Water Quality Section only): Date: " I Other: Date: I�
Inspector/Reviewer's Name: lxDate:
Regional Engineer's Name: _ `�w cyan k �c Date:

North Carolina Department CDENR Environment and
Michael F. Easley, Governor
December 1, 2006
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
FROM: Blake Rouse
Ground Water Management Section
Division of Water Resources
SUBJECT: Comments on the Mining Permit Renewal Request for:
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Alexander County
Natural Resources
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
John Morris, Director
09C 012006
roject.
Please find attached a copy of the mining permit renewal request for the above referenced p
The Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine Site located in Alexander County should not have an undul effect on ground water supplies. y adverse
Any water withdrawal will be subject to North Carolina General Statute 143-215.22H; Registration of
Water Withdrawals and Transfers Required. Any person who withdraws in one day 100,000 gallons (70 gpm)
or more of surface water or ground water in North Carolina is required to register the withdrawal with the
Division of Water Resources. A Central Coastal Plain Capacity Use Area permit must be obtained from the
Division of Water Resources if the withdrawal exceeds 100,000 gallons per day and occurs in Beaufort,
Carteret, Craven, Duplin, Edgecombe, Greene, Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Onslow, Pamlico, Pitt, Washington,
Wayne, or Wilson County.
If you have further questions please contact the Division of Water Resources at [phone] or send
correspondence to 1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-1611.
1611 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1611 NordiCarohna
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] k Internet: www.ncwater.org Nati,46i4

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1006
SECTION
North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission
Richard B. Hamilton, Executive Director
MEMORANDUM
TO: Brenda M. Harris, Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section G
FROM: Ron Linville, Regional Coordinator r--�
Habitat Conservation Program DATE: November 28, 2006
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal and Modification, Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine, No. 02-04,
Alexander County
This correspondence responds to your request for our review of the referenced mine renewal and
modification. These comments are provided in accordance with certain provisions of the Mining
Act of 1971 (as amended, 1982; G.S. 7446 through 74-68; 15 NCAC 5) and the North Carolina
General Statutes (G.S. 113-131 et seq.).
The mine proposes to increase the size of Area # V to 160 square feet by 160 square feet. In
addition, the operators are requesting a ten (10) year permit.
Based on our review of the submittal, we will not object to the permit renewal and modification
as the activities are located within the existing mine boundaries. Woody debris (slash or large
trees) removed during development of the site should be placed along the outer
stockpile/compost area construction limits in the form of brush piles and downed logs to provide
cover and nesting habitat for wildlife. Autochthonous plants should be used for revegetation and
reclamation activities. NCWRC biologists should be consulted during reclamation planning.
Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any questions
regarding these comments, please contact me at 336-769-9453.
Cc: Dorothy Watkins, Hiddenite Mine
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Cen er • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] • Fag: [phone]

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, PG, PE Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist November 8, 2006 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
Ms. Dorothy Watkins
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
PO Box 276
Hiddenite, NC 28636
RE: Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Mining Permit No. 02-04
Alexander County
Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
Dear Ms. Watkins
We are in receipt of your mining permit renewal application and associated maps for referenced mine
site. A renewal to your mining permit will require the submittal of a nonrefundable $500.00 processing
fee.
We regret that we cannot complete processing the above materials until we have received the
necessary fee as authorized by the 1990 North Carolina General Assembly in G.S. 143B-290 and as
set forth in the fee schedule adopted by the North Carolina Mining Commission 15A NCAC 5B.0012.
We will continue processing the paperwork but cannot complete the substitution until this office has
received the appropriate fee.
Please remit by check or money order $500.00 payable to the North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources. DO NOT SEND CASH. Payments should be mailed to:
Attention: Brenda Harris, Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
This office must receive full payment within 30 days or your materials will be retumed unprocessed
A copy of the fee schedule as adopted by the North Carolina Mining Commission is attached. The
section pertaining to the materials that you have submitted has been highlighted. See the fee schedule
for further explanation. If you have any additional questions, please contact our office at (919) 733-
4574.
cc: Zahid Khan
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for a new mining permit, a major enewal
permit is required as follows:
TYPE
ACRES
NEW
MAJOR
PERMIT
MODIFICATION
RENEWAL
Clay
1 but less than 25
$500
$250
$250
25 but less than 50
1000
500
500
50 or more
1500
500
500
1 but less than 5
150
100
100
=ravel,
Gemstone, and
its
5 but less than 25
.'jb
100
too
25 but less than 50
500
250
500
50 or more
1000
500
500
Quarry, Industrial
Minerals,
1 but less than 10
250
100
100
Dimension Stone
10 but less than 25
1000
250
500
25 but less than 50
1500
500
500
50 or more
2500
500
500
Peat & Phosphate
1 or more
2500
500
50o
Gold (Heap
Leach), Titanium
& Others
1 or more 2500 500 500
A nonrefundable S50.00 permit appficatiou processing fee is required for minor permit modifications Minor permit modi6cationsinclude ownership tramfers,aame
changes, bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and Polly stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added tea permitted
area, outside of the minimum permit buffer mue requirements, where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been approved. All other
changes are considered major modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of band affected by the
modification within the permitted mine area, or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an existing permitted area, or both.
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State of (North ; :rolina
Department of environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
Charles H. Gardner, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
August 16, 1996
CERTIFIED MAIL
RETURN RECEIPT REQUESTED
Mr. Michael J. Watkins
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
P.O. Box 276
Hiddenite, North Carolina 28636
RE: Permit No. 02-04
Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Alexander County
Dear Mr. Watkins:
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Your application for renewal of the above referenced mining
permit has been approved. A copy of the renewed permit is
enclosed.
The conditions in the permit renewal were based primarily
upon the initial application. Modifications were made as
indicated by the renewal request and as required to insure
compliance with The Mining Act of 1971. The new expiration date
is August 16, 2006.
As we have received your new reclamation bond in the amount
of $14,000.00, I am returning your $2,500.00 Assignment of
Savings Account that has been previously held for this site.
As a reminder, ypur permitted acreage at this site is (47..'%1
acres and the amount of land you are approved to disturb is���:-46
acres.
Geological Survey Section Land Quality Section Geodetic Survey Section
[phone] [phone] [phone]
FAX: [phone] FAX: [phone] FAX:[phone]
P.O. Box 27687, Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687 Telephone [phone] FAX [phone]
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E. Michael F. Easley, Governor
Director and State Geologist November 16, 2006 William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. Ron Linville
Habitat Conservation Program Coordinator
Wildlife Resources Commission
FROM: Brenda M. Harris
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Alexander County
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit application
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by December 8, 2006 so that we may complete our review of this
request within our statutory time limits.
As is the case in our review of all mining permit applications, renewals and
modifications, this office will carefully review all proposed erosion and sediment control
measures to ensure that they are sufficient to restrain erosion and off -site
sedimentation. However, any comments your agency can provide regarding effects on
wildlife and freshwater fisheries would be greatly appreciated. If your staff wishes to
perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they contact the person submitting
this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also, please send a copy of your
comments to the person noted in the application. RETURN ALL APPLICATION
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Kristin
Hicklin at [phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-45741 FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

North Carolina
James D. Simons, P.G., P.E.
Director and State Geologist
MEMORANDUM
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NCDENR
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
November 16, 2006
TO: Mr. Nat Wilson
Hydrogeology Group
Division of Water Resources
FROM: Brenda M. Harri
Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
SUBJECT: Mining Permit Renewal for Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Alexander County
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
❑ Mine Dewatering Proposed © No Mine Dewatering Proposed
Please find attached for your review a copy of the mining permit modification
request for the above referenced project.
Please review this information and advise as to the probability of this operation
having unduly adverse effect on wildlife and freshwater fisheries (G.S. 74-51 (2)).
Please respond by December 8, 2006 so that we may complete our review of this
request within our statutory time limits.
Any comments your agency can provide regarding potential effects on potable
groundwater supplies and groundwater quality will be appreciated. We would like to
have any recommendations you may provide for permit conditions, for reasonable
protection of groundwater quantity or quality.
If your staff wishes to perform a site inspection, it is recommended that they
contact the person submitting this request to set up a convenient date and time. Also,
please send a copy of your comments to the person noted in the application.
PLEASE RETURN ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AND MAPS WITH YOUR
REVIEW COMMENTS TO THIS OFFICE.
Your continued cooperation is greatly appreciated. Please contact Ms. Kristin
Hicklin at [phone] if you have any questions.
/bmh
Attachments
cc: Mr. Zahid Khan
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612 •919-733-4574 / FAX: [phone]
512 North Salisbury Street, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27604

Emerald Hollow Mine
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
Post Office Box 276
Hiddenite_ North Carolina 28636
828-632-3394
November 13, 2006
Brenda Harris, Mining Program Secretary
Land Quality Section
Division of Land Resources
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1612
Re: Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Mine
Mining Permit No. 02-04
Alexander County
Yadkin -Pee Dee River Basin
Dear Ms. Harris,
Enclosed is a check for $500.00 for the processing fee to renew Mining Permit No. 02-04.
Thank you very much.
Dorothy Watkins
Hiddenite Gems, Inc.
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IRREVOCABLE STANDBY LETTER OF CREDIT
LETTER OF CREDIT NO.: 071296
EFFECTIVE DATE: JULY 12, 1996
AMOUNT; 14,000.00
ISSUING INSTITUTION:
BLUE RIDGE BANK1 CSC W jY�Y� Ahl�NG>
Name
P. 0. BOX 998
Address
TAYLORSVILLE, NC 28681 ---
City State Zip Code i
ALEXANDER
County NOV C 1 K,
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BENEFICIARY•
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment, Health and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Ral-eish, North Carolina 27611=7.627
APPLICANT/OPERATOR•
HIDDENITE GEMS, INC.
Name _
P. 0. BOX 276
Address
HIDDENITE, NQ 2$b36
City State Zip Code
ALEXANDER
County -
Dear Sir or Madam:
(1) The APPLICANT/OPERATOR desires to engage in mining
operations within the State of North Carolina, under the provisions
of the Mining Act of 1971, N. C. Gen. Stat. §74-46, et sea., and
the administrative rules promulgated thereunder.

Kristin Hicklin
Asst. State Mining Specialist
Land Quality Control
Raleigh, NC
Hear Kristin:
The Emerald Ho low ne is making request for renewal and small modification of
mining permi #.02--4.
Due to the conservative use of our properties' natural resources, we can continue to use
the permited areas with one modification. We want this permit for 10 years.
We get maximum use of all soil mined. We are not about mining up quickly, for the
purpose of finding as much emeralds for commercial sales as possible. Mining as much
as you can quickly is not our plan. Our goal is to .educate students -of North Carolina,
elementary through college and recreational mining for travel -tourism and rock hound.
This allows us to mine the hydrothermal veins in search of emeralds and 63 other semi-
precious gemstones and minerals. This is a slow process and most have failed because
they are production mining. Since we are recreational mining, the natural beauty of the
land, along with the lure of the emeralds are being used as an attraction. Our goal is to
keep as much as possible a coexistence with the wildlife, wildflowers and other natural
foliage growth. We do all that we can to promote our properties as a park, a place where
mining for gems is .enjoyed by the public. We are the only emerald mine in the world that
allows you to dig for emeralds, find them and keep them.
We need only one modification of the existing permit to amply continue our mining
process at Hiddenite Gems, Inc. Area #V will need to be increased from present size to
16.0 ft x 1601 This increase will let us continue mining, with careful .attention to the use
of these natural resources. We will continue to enjoy success and hopefully the education
of many students to the wonderful natural resources of North Carolina.
'fhxnk you,
Dorothy W i',
Owner/CEO
Hidd€nite Gems, Inc.
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A
NORTH CAROLINA MINING
PERMIT APPLICATION
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Land Resources
Land Quality Section
N O R T N C A R O L j N A
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P R O G R A N
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
Revised 4/2002

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT
AND NATURAL RESOURCES
LAND QUALITY SECTION
NOV ^6
APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT 41
(PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE)
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Name of Mine- e/Ch �7' (. -INal Count -LLe o.*.'n jer
River Basin-��. `K i A Latitude(dd.mm.ss)-`Longitude (dd.m.ss)
Name of Applicant*�/ �We / 4� z .� /P'
3. Permanent address for receipt of official mail**.
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We hereby certify that all details contained in this Permit Application are true and correct to the best of
our knowledge. We fully understand that any willful misrepresentation of facts will be cause for permit
revocation. _
Date Alf "�5 — 6 6
* This will be the name that the mining permit will be issued to and the name that mustbe indi a ed on the
reclamation bond (security) that corresponds to this site.
** The Land Quality Section must be notified of any changes in the permanent address or telephone number.
*** Signature of company officer required.
G.S. 74-51 provides that the Department shall grant or deny an application for a permit within 60 days of receipt
of a complete application or, if a public hearing is held, within 30 days following the hearing and the filing of
any supplemental information required by the Department. All questions must be addressed and all required
maps provided before this application can be considered complete. Attach additional sheets as needed.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
■ NOTE: All of the following questions must be thoroughly answered with regards to your mining
operation for the intended life of the mine. All responses Est be clearly conveyed on a corresponding,
detailed mine map.
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MINE
Answer all of the following that apply:
a. If this is an application for apermit, indicate the total acreage at the site to be covered by
the permit (this is the acreage that the "new permit" fee will be based upon):
Of this a eage, how much is owned and how much is leased? Acres owned:3,A Acres
leased: Property owner if leased:
If this is an application for RF,NF.WAi, of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit.number
and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.: 2 m t Total
permitted acreage (this is the acreage that the "renewal" fee will be based upon):
c. If this is an application for a MODIFICATION to a mining permit, indicate the mining permit
number and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit
No.:Total permitted acreage: J- dk.
Does * modification involve acreage within the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes-ZNo_. If yes, indicate the acreage to be covered by this modification (this is the acreage
that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): 01 f T 111 t ;�
Does the modification involve acreage outside the previously approved permitted boundary?
Yes E No_. If yes, indicate the additional acreage to be covered by this
modification: (NOTE: you must complete all of Section F. of this application form
entitled Notification of Adjoining Landowners).
Of this acreage to be added to the permit, will any portion of this acreage be affected (disturbed,
ground cover removed) by the mining operation? Yes3 No (if no, a "minor modification"
fee of $50.00 is required, despite the "undisturbed" acreage to be added). If yes, indicate the
acreage to be affected within the acreage to be added to the permit (the total acreage to e added
to the permit is the acreage that the "major modification" fee will be based upon): , 5� 6C
d. If this is an application for TRANSFER of a mining permit, indicate the mining permit number
and the total (overall) acreage covered by the existing permit: Mining Permit No.:
Total permitted acreage:
■ SEE THE FEE SCHEDULE AT THE END OF THIS FORM FOR THE PROPER FEE AMOUNT TO
BE PAID FOR THE REQUESTED PERMIT ACTIONS) AND CORRESPONDING ACREAGE NOTED
ABOVE �i�0FJo 7` ✓ c'i'; :1v ��1.!�(I R`!(il i:, $ �n.a ivixG Lei- J,_r
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2. Name of all materials mined:
3. Mining method: Hydraulic Dredge Front-end Loader & Truck hovel & Truck
Dragline & Truck Self -loading Scraper Other (explain) F o. D
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5.
a. Expected maximum depth of mine (feet)
Depth is relative to what benchmark? (e.g., natural ground level, mean sea level, road elevation,
etc.)
b. Expected average depth of mine (feet)
Has any area(s) at this site been mined in the past? Yes_ Noz
If yes, when and by whom was this activity conducted?
6. Number of years for which the permit is requested (10 years maximum):
Clearly mark and label the location of your mining operation on six copies of a 7.5 minute
quadrangle and a county highway map. These maps, in addition to six (0) copii of all mine maps and
reclamation maps, must be submitted with each permit application.
— 7.5 minute quadrangles may be obtained from: 8Af
N.C. Geological Survey
NCDENR
1612 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612
[phone]
— County highway maps may be obtained from:
Location Department
State Highway Commission
Raleigh, North Carolina 27602
[phone]
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
2. Mine maps must be accurate and appropriately scaled drawings, aerial photographs or enlarged
topographic maps of the entire mine site. All aspects of the mine site must be clearly labeled on the
maps along with their corresponding (approximate) acreage. As a reminder, mining permits can
only be issued for up to 10 years; thus, all mine and reclamation maps must only denote those
activities that are intended to be conducted during the life of the mining permit. All maps must
be of a scale sufficient (see minimum requirements listed below) to clearly illustrate the following, at
a minimum:
a. Property lines of the tract or tracts of land on which the proposed mining activity is to be located
including easements and rights -of -way.
b. Existing or proposed permit boundaries.
c. Initial and ultimate limits of clearing and grading.
d. Outline and width of all buffer zones (both undisturbed and unexcavated).
e. Outline and acreage of all pits/excavations.
f. Outline and acreage of all stockpile areas.
g. Outline and acreage of all temporary and/or permanent overburden disposal areas.
h. Location and acreage of all processing plants (processing plants may be described as to location
and distance from mine if sufficiently far removed).
i. Locations and names of all streams, rivers and lakes.
j. Outline and acreage of all settling and/or processing wastewater ponds.
k. Location and acreage of all planned and existing access roads and on -site haul roads.
1. Location of planned and existing on -site buildings.
m. Location and dimensions of all proposed sediment and erosion control measures.
n. Location of 100 year floodplain limits and wetland boundaries.
o. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the
mining permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by
the lessor of the mine tract, names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are
within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map.
p. Names of owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the
mining permit boundary which lie directly across and are contiguous to any highway; creek,
stream, river, or other watercourse; railroad track; or utility or other public right-of-way; if an
adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract,
names of owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining
permit boundary, must be provided on the mine map(s). NOTE: "Highway" means a road that
has four lanes of travel or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
q. Map legend:
1. Name of applicant
2. Name of mine
3. North arrow
4. County
5. Scale
6. Symbols used and corresponding names
7. Date prepared and revised
8. Name and title of person preparing map
Map scales should meet the following guidelines:
PERMITTED ACREAGE MAPySCAI E
0-99 Acres 1 inch = 50 feet
100-499 Acres 1 inch = 100 feet
500+ Acres 1 inch = 200 feet
(NOTE: Smaller scaled maps may be acceptable if they clearly illustrate the above items)

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference
the sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during
mining to prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plans for sediment and erosion control for
mine excavation(s), waste piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence
of installation and schedule for maintenance of the measures. Locate and label all sediment and
erosion control measures on the mine map(s) and provide typical cross-sections/construction details
of each measure. Engineering designs and calculations shall be required when needed to justify the
adequacy of ant y proposed measures.
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3. a. Will the operation involve washing the material mined, recycling process water, or other waste
water handling? Yes V o�.M If yes, briefly describe all such processes including any
chemicals to be used.II (( ,(
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b. Will the operation involve discharging fresh or waste water from the mine or plant as a point
discharge to the waters of the State? Yes_ Now/. If yes, briefly describe the nature of the
discharge and locate all proposed discharge points (along with their method of stabilization) on
your mine map(s).

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
C. PROTECTION OF NATURAL RESOURCES
f . Describe in detail the sequence of events for the development and operation of the mine and reference the
sequence to the mine map(s). Attach additional sheets as needed.
The mine has been established to best suit the travel -tourism and rock hound fee -digging trade. Ore is mined from
Dig Area #V by backhoe approximately three hours per week. The ore is placed so that it can be scooped up by
shovel into buckets on a trailer. Ore is then transferred to flume. The ore is then washed by hand. The sediment and
water is separated at the end of the flume in the silt collector. This sediment and water is processed through a
closed water system permit #W Q0005163. Reclaimed soil is then taken to Area #II and stored. It is then sold or
given away for field dirt. The water is recycled back to Area #llI, the supply pond.
Mining Area #VlII is used for school programs, to teach mining laws, purposes of clearing land for surface
collection as a means of locating a natural gemstone resource. Erosion control is also taught here using this Area
#VlII as example.
2. Describe specific erosion control measures to be installed prior to land disturbing activities and during mining to
Prevent offsite sedimentation (include specific plans for sediment and erosion control for mine excavation(sJ,
waste piles, access/mine roads and process areas), and give a detailed sequence of installation and schedule for
maintenance of the measures. Locate and label all sediment and erosion control measures on the mine in p(s) and
provide typical cross-sections/construction details of each measure. Engineering designs and calculations shall be
required when needed to justify the adequacy of any proposed measures.
Area 1, Silt Ponds are silt fenced and have hay bales on downhill side of tailing ponds. Grass seed is broadcast on
all surfaces. Growth of grasses .and yegetation surround the 1, 2 & 3 sediment ponds. Silt fence and hay bales
surround the slightly downhill slope of the enclosed water system, Area #1, Permit #wQ0005163. Only the water
and the freshly reclaimed soil is not planted. Upkeep of this system is a continuous process. We keep a backup
water pump for silt pond43 in ease the pump goes down. This closed water permit is the heartbeat of our
operation. Access to the #I Area has crush and run gravel with #3 stone on top from entrance to silt collector at end
offlume. Entire area around flume is graveled by crush and run. Vegetation surrounds this graveled area.
Area II is used for temporary storage of reclaimed soil. Downhill slope has grass and vegetation growing in the dirt.
Permanent berm cachement has been established using your instructions with large rip rope stone. The sediment is
continually monitored and repaired to get maximum runoff control.
Area III, the Supply Pond Dam, is planted in grass and flowering trees. Rip rope stone lines the inside of the dam to
control any possible damage to dam. The top is maintained by crush and run gravel.
Area IV, Dig Area by hand digging. No possible runoff. Natural brush and tree barrier.
Area V, Dig Area is designed for any erosion to drain into mine pit. Area surrounded by natural brush and trees. No
possible runoff.
Area VI, Dig Area is surrounded by natural brush and trees. No possible runoff.
Area Vii, Dig Area is surrounded by natural brush and trees. No possible runoff.
Area Vill, Dig Area is used for surface collecting, mining laws and erosion control education for field trips for
school. children. of North Carolina. Three cachement berms are permanently established using rip rope .dirt piles
seeded with natural plant and growth on mounds. This placed on downhill side #3 stone used between two
sediment caches for road maintenance and complete erosion control.

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
c. Will any part the proposed mine excavation(s) extend below the water table?
Yes_ NO-VIf yes, do you intend to dewater the excavation(s)? Yes_ No_. If yes, what
impact, if any, will mine dewatering have on neighboring wells? Estimated withdrawal rate in
gallons per day: Locate all existing wells on the mine map(s) that lie within 500 feet
of the proposed excavation area. Provide data to support any conclusions or statements made,
including any monitoring well data, well construction data and current water withdrawal rates.
Indicate whether the proposed mine locale is served by a public water system or private wells.
d. If you answered yes to any of the above questions, provide evidence that you have applied for or
obtained the appropriate water quality permit(s) (i.e., non -discharge, NPDES, Stormwater, etc.)
from the Division of Water Quality, Water Quality Section. In addition, the applicant is required
to register water use with the Division of Water Resources if the operation withdraws more than
100,000 gallons per day and needs a capacity use permit from the Division of Water Resources
if the operation lies in a capacity use area and withdraws more than 100,000 gallons per day.
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4. a. Will the operatign involve crushing or any other air contaminant emissions?
Yes_ No. If yes, indicate evidence that you have applied for or obtained an air quality
permit issued by the Division of Air Quality or local governing body.
b. How will dust from stockpiles, haul roads, etc., be controlled?
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
a. A buffer will be required between any mining activity and any mining permit boundary or right-of-
way. It may be an unexcavated buffer (no excavation, but roadways, berms and erosion &
sedimentation control measures may be installed within it), an undisturbed buffer (no disturbance
within the buffer whatsoever), or a combination of the two, depending upon the site conditions.
Note that all buffers must be located within the mining permit boundaries.
How wide a buffer will be maintained between any mining activity and any mining permit
boundary or right-of-way at this site? A minimum buffer of 25 feet is recommended, although a
wider buffer may be needed depending on site conditions. Show all buffer locations and widths
on the mine map(s).
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b. A minimum 50 foot wide undisturbed buffer will be required between any land disturbing activities
within the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands unless smaller
undisturbed buffers can be justified. Depending on site conditions, a buffer wider than 50 feet
may be needed.
How wide an undisturbed buffer will be maintained between any land disturbing activities within
the mining permit boundaries and any natural watercourses and wetlands at this site? Show all
buffer locations and widths on the mine map(s).
a. Describe methods to prevent landslide or slope instability adjacent to adjoining permit boundaries
during mining. Minimum 2 horizontal to 1 vertical slopes or flatter for clayey material and
minimum 3 horizontal to 1 vertical slopes or flatter for sandy material are generally required,
unless technical justification can be provided to allow steeper slopes.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
9. Are acid producing minerals or soils present? Yes No How will acid water pollution
from the excavation, stockpiles and waste areas be controlled?
10. a. Des�cv
pecific plans (including a schedule of implementation) for screening the operation from
publsuch as maingpltingtrees,bushesorother vegetation, building berms ortheures. Show the location of all visual screening on the mine maps) and provide cross -
sections through all proposed berms or proposed spacings, sizes and species for tree plantings.
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b. Could the operation have a significantly adverse effect on the purposes of a publicly owned park,
forest or recreation area? If so, how will such effects (i.e., noise, visibility, etc.) be mitigated?
11. Will explosives be used
Yes_ No If yes, specify the types of explosives) and describe
what precautions) will be used to prevent physical hazard to persons or neighboring property from
flying rocks or excessive air blasts or ground vibrations. Depending on the mme's location to nearby
structures, more detailed tecbnical information may be required on the blasting rogram (such as a
third -party blasting study). Locate the nearest offsite occupied structure to the proposed
excavatton(s) on the mine map and indicate its approximate distance to the proposed excavation.
12. Will fuel tanks, solvents, or other chemical reagents be stored on -site? Yes_ No ✓. If yes, describe
these materials, how they will be stored and method of containment in case of spill. Indicate the
location(s) of all storage facilities on the mine map(s).

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
D. RECLAMATION PLAN
1. Describe your intended plan for the final reclamation and subsequent use of all affected lands and
indicate the sequence and general methods to be used in reclaiming this land. This must include the
method of reclamation of settling ponds and/or sediment control basins and the method of restoration
or establishment of any permanent drainage channels to a condition minimizing erosion, siltation and
other pollution. This information must be illustrated on a reclamation map and must correspond
directly with the information provided on the mine map(s). In addition, design information, including
typical cross -sections, of any permanent channels to be constructed as part of the reclamation plan and
thle locations) of all permanent channels must be indicated on the reclamation map.
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2. Is an excavated or impounded body of water to be left as a part of the reclamation? Yes
No . If yes, illustrate the location of the body (s) of water on the reclamation map and provide a
scaled cross-section(s) through the proposed body(s) of water. The minimum water depth must beat
least 4 feet, measured from the normal low water table elevation, unless information is provided to
indicate that a more shallow water body will be productive and beneficial at this site. Will the body(s)
of water be stocked with fish? Yes_ No_. If yes, specify species.
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3. Describe provisions for safety to persons and to adjoining property in all completed excavations in rock
including what kind of permanent barricade will be left. Acceptable permanent barricades are
appropriate fencing, large boulders placed end -to -end, etc. Construction details and locations of all
permanent barricades must be shown on the reclamation map. 1 � rit t c d p rs ns o f
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
4. Indicate the method(s) of reclamation of overburden, refuse, spoil banks or other such on -site mine
waste areas, including specifications for benching and sloping. Final cross -sections and I c�tttons for
such areas must be provided on the reclamation map.yjt5 -e ;S yj(1 �� F;. el c{ T' rf�
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5. a. Describe reclamation of processing facilities, stockpile areas, and on -site roadways.
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b. Will any on -site roadways be left as part of the reclamation? Yes 1� No . If yes, identify
such roadways, on the reclamation map gnti provide details on permanent ditch line stabilization.
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6. Describe the method of control of contaminants and disposal of scrap metal, junk machinery, cables,
or other such waste products of mining. (Note definition of refuse in The Mining Act of 1971). No
offmsite generated waste shall be disposed of on the mine site without prior written approval from
the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Land Quality Section and either the
Division of Waste Management (DWM) or local governing body. If a disposal permit has been
issued by DWM for the site, a copy of said permit must be attached to this application. All
temporary and permanent refuse disposal areas must be clearly delineated on the mine map(s) and
reclamation map, along with a list of items to be disposed in said areas.
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
7. Describe your plan for revegetation or other surface treatment of the affected areas. This plan must
include recommendations for year-round seedin , including the time of seeding and the amount and
type of seed, fertilizer, lime and mulch per acre. The recommendations must include general seeding
instructions for permanent revegetation and, if necessary, temporary revegetation. Revegetation
utilizing only tree plantings is not acceptable. Recommendations can be sought from:
a. Authorized representatives of the local Soil and Water Conservation District;
b. Authorized representatives of the Division of Forest Resources, Department of Environment and
Natural Resources;
c. Authorized county representatives of the North Carolina Cooperative Extension Service,
specialists and research faculty with the Colleges of Agriculture and Life Sciences and Forest
Resources at North Carolina State University;
d. North Carolina licensed landscape architects;
e. Private consulting foresters referred by the Division of Forest Resources, Department of
Environment and Natural Resources;
f. N.C. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Planning and Design Manual;
g. N.C. Surface Mining Manual: A Guide for Permitting, Operation and Reclamation;
h. Others as may be approved by the Department.
LIME - RATE OF APPLICATION (tons/acre):
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FERTILIZE ANALYSIS AND RATE OF, APPLICATION (pounds/acr ):
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PSEED -TYPE S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING YEAR-ROi SEEDING
I SCHEDULE (pounds/acre): [NOTE: Include Legumes]
Seed ypes: di Da es• Seeding Rates,
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MULCH - TYPE AND RATE OF APPLICATION (pounds/acre) AND METHOD OF
ANCHORING:
OTHER VEGETATIVE COVERS - TYPE(S) AND RATE(S) OF APPLICATION INCLUDING
SEEDING SCHEDULE (pounds/acre, trees/acre, spacing of trees/shrubs, etc):
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Revegetation and/or reforestation plan approved by:
Signature _
Print Name
Title
Agency
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Date

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
E. DETERMINATION OF AFFECTED ACREAGE AND BOND
The following bond calculation worksheet is to be used to establish an appropriate bond (based upon a range
of $500 to $5, 000 per affected acre) for each permitted mine site based upon the acreage approved by the
Department to be affected during the life of the mining permit. Please insert th apnrox�mate acraaee. for
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CATEGORY
Tailings/Sediment Ponds:
Stockpiles:
Wastepiles:
Processing Area/Haul Roads:
Mine Excavation:
Other:
TOTAL AFFECTED AC.:
( TOTAL PERMITTED AC.:
AFFECTED
RECLAMATION
RECLAMATION
ACREAGE
COST/ACRE*
COST
/ Ac.
X
$ /Ac.
= $
Ac.
X
$ /Ac.
= $
Ac.
X
$ /Ac.
= $
Ac.
X
$ /Ac.
= $
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Ac. X
Ac. M31
3, a Ac.) 3.73913,$
M
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/Ac. =
/Ac. =
Temporary & Permanent Sedimentation & Erosion CQDtEQI Meas irr¢•
Divide the TOTAL AFFECTED AC. above into the following two categories: a) affected acres that drain into
proposed/existing excavation and/or b) affected acres that will be graded for positive drainage where measures
will be needed to prevent offsite sedimentation and sedimentation to onsite watercourses and wetlands.
a) Internal Drainage 3' �, Ac.
b) Positive Drainage
Q Ac. X $1,500.00
SUBTOTAL COST:
0.02 X SUBTOTAL COST: $ X Permit Life (1 to 10 years):
INFLATION COST: $_
TOT Ah CbST = SUBTOTAL COST + INFLATION COST = S
Total Reclamation Bond Cost:
(round down to the nearest $100.00) II pvC�SMrvtuhtr
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APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
F. NOTIFICATION OF ADJOINING LANDOWNERS
The "Notice" form, or a facsimile thereof, attached to this application must be sent certified or registered
mail to:
(1) the chief administrative officer of each county and municipality in which any part of the
permitted area is located as indicated on the mine map(s);
(2) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary; if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the
lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that
are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s); and
(3) all owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining
permit boundary which lie directly across and is contiguous to any highway; creek, stream, river,
or other watercourse; railroad track; or utility or other public right-of-way; if an adjoining tract
is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of
record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining
permit boundary) as indicated on the mine map(s). "highway" means a road that has four lanes
of travel or less and is not designated as an Interstate Highway.
The only exception to the above method of giving notice is if another means of notice is approved in advance
by the Director, Division of Land Resources.
A copy of a tax map (or other alternative acceptable to the Department) must be mailed with the completed
Notice form (the proposed overall permit boundaries and the names and locations of all owners of
record of lands adjoining said boundaries must be clearly denoted on the tax map).
The "Affidavit of Notification" attached to this application must be completed, notarized and submitted to
the Department, with the remainder of the completed application form, before the application will be
considered complete.
NOTE: THIS SECTION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR ALL APPLICATIONS FOR NEW MINING
PERMITS AND ALL MODIFICATIONS OF A MINING PERMIT TO ADD LAND TO THE
PERMITTED AREA, AS REQUIRED BY NCGS 74-50(bl).
■ SEE THE NEXT TWO PAGES FOR THE "NOTICE" FORM AND THE "AFFIDAVIT OF
NOTIFICATION"
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NOTICE
Pursuant to provisions G.S. 74-50(bl) of The Mining Act of 1971, Notice is hereby given that
(Applicant Name) has applied on
(Date)
to the Land Quality Section, Division of Land Resources, North Carolina Department of Environment
and Natural Resources, 1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1612, for (check one):
(a) a new surface mining permit ❑
(b) a modification of an existing surface mining permit to add land to the permitted area ❑
The applicant proposes to mine on acres located
(Mineral, Ore) (Number) (Miles)
1711
of off/near road
(Direction) (Nearest Town) (Number/Name)
County.
*SEE ATTACHED MAP FOR PROPOSED PERMIT BOUNDARIES AND CORRESPONDING
ADJOINING LANDOWNER NAMES AND LOCATIONS*
In accordance with G.S. 74-50(bl), the mine operator is required to make a reasonable effort to notify all
owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining permit boundary;
if an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners
of record of tracts adjoining these tracts must be notified (that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary). In addition, the mine operator must also notify the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located. Any person may file written comment(s) to the
Department at the above address within thirty (30) days of the issuance of this Notice or the filing of the
application for a permit, whichever is later. Should the Department determine that a significant public interest
exists relative to G.S. 74-51, a public hearing will be held within 60 days of the end of the 30-day comment
period specified above.
A copy of the permit application materials are on file and available for public review during normal business
hours at the above listed address as well as at the appropriate regional office. For information regarding tthh
specifics of the proposed mining activity, please contact the applicant at the following telephone number:
. For information on the mining permit application review process, please contact the
Mining Program staff at [phone]. Please note that the Department will consider any relevant written
comments/documentation within the provisions of the Mining Act of 1971 throughout the application review
process until a final decision is made on the application.
(Addressee/Owner of Record's
Name and Address)
(Date of Issuance of this Notice/
Mailed to Addressee/Owner of Record)
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(Name of Applicant: Include Contact Person
& Company Name, if Applicable)
(Address of Applicant)

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
AFFIDAVIT OF NOTIFICATION
I; , an applicant, or an agent, or employee of an applicant, for a new
Mining Permit, or a modification of an existing Mining Permit to add land to the permitted area, from the N.C.
Department of Environment and Natural Resources, being first duly sworn, do hereby attest that the following
are all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of land that are adjoining the mining permit
boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by the applicant or is owned by the lessor of
the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit
boundary) and that notice of the pending application has been caused to be mailed, by certified or registered mail,
to said owners of record at their addresses shown below, such notice being given on a form provided by the
Department:
(Adjoining Landowner Name)
(Attach additional list if necessary)
(Address)
I do also attest that the following individual is the chief administrative officer of the county or municipality
in which any part of the permitted area is located and that notice of the pending application has been caused to
be mailed, by certified or registered mail, to said office at the following address:
(Chief Administrative Officer Name)
[City Manager, County Manager, Mayor, etc.]
(Address)
The above attestation was made by me while under oath to provide proof satisfactory to the Department that
a reasonable effort has been made to notify all known owners of record, both public and private, of all tracts of
land that are adjoining the mining permit boundary (including, where an adjoining tract is owned or leased by
the applicant or is owned by the lessor of the mine tract, all owners of record of tracts adjoining these tracts, that
are within 1,000 feet of the mining permit boundary) and the chief administrative officer of the county or
municipality in which any part of the permitted area is located in compliance with N.C.G.S. 74-50(bl) and 15A
NCAC 5B .0004(d). I understand that it is the responsibility of the applicant to retain the receipts of mailing
showing that the above notices were caused to be mailed and to provide them to the Department upon request.
Signature of Applicant or Agent
Date
If person executing Affidavit is an agent or employee of an applicant, provide the following information:
(Name of applicant)
Affidavit)
I,
(title of person executing
a Notary Public of the County of
Carolina, do hereby certify that
before me this day and under oath acknowledged that the above Affidavit was made by
Witness my hand and notarial seal, this day of
Notary: My Commission expires:
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State of North
personally appeared

APPLICATION FOR A MINING PERMIT
G. LAND ENTRY AGREEMENT
We hereby grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right of entry and travel upon our
lands or operation during regular business hours for the purpose of making necessary field inspections or
investigations as may be reasonably required in the administration of the Mining Act of 1971.
We further grant to the Department or its appointed representatives the right to make whatever entries on
the land as may be reasonably necessary and to take whatever actions as may be reasonably necessary in order
to carry out reclamation which the operator has failed to complete in the event a bond forfeiture is ordered
pursuant to G.S. 74-59.
LANDOWNER:
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APPLICANT:
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*Signature must be the same as the individual who signed Page 1 of this application.
maps, and the appropriate fee (see next page for fee schedule) in the form a check or money
order payable to the North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources must be sent to
the Land duality Section Central Office at the address listed on the front cover of this application form.
Inquiries regarding the status of the review of this application should be directed to the Mining Program staff at
[phone].
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MINING
A nonrefundable permit application processing fee when filing for a new mining permit, a
major permit modification or a renewal permit is required as follows:
TYPE ACRES
NEW PERMIT
MAJOR
RENEWAL
MODIFICATION
Clay 1 but less than 25
$500
$250
$250
25 but less than 50
1000
500
500
50 or more
1500
500
500
Sand & 1 but less than 5 150 100 4100
Gravel,
Gemstone., and 5but less than 25 250 100 100
Borrow Pits
25 but less than 50 500 250 500
50 or more 1000 500 500
Quarry, 1 but less than 10 250 100 100
Industrial
Minerals, 10 but less than 25 1000 250 500
Dimension
Stone 25 but less than 50 1500 500 500
50 or more 2500 500 500
Peat & 1 or more 2500 500 500
Phosphate
Gold (Heap
Leach), 1 or more 2500 500 500
Titanium &
Others
A nonrefundable $50.00 permit application processing fee is required for minor permit modifications. Minor permit modifications include ownership transfers,
name changes, bond substitutions and permit renewals where the mine is inactive and fully stabilized. A minor permit modification also includes lands added
to a permitted area, outside of the minimum permit buffer zone requirements, where no plans for mining related disturbance of the added lands have been
approved. All other changes are considered major modifications.
Acres for new permits and renewal permits means the total acreage at the site. Acres for major modification of permits means that area of land affected by the
modification within the permitted mine area, or any additional land that is to be disturbed and added to an existing permitted area, or both.
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