WQ0042272_Application (FTSE)_20210302

Central Files: APS _ SWP
1/28/2021
Permit Number W00042272
Program Category
Non -discharge
Permit Type
Gravity Sewer Extension, Pump Stations, & Pressure Sewer Extensions
Primary Reviewer
dean.hunkele
Coastal SWRule
Permitted Flow
Facility
Facility Name
Pine Forest Plantation Amenity Center Pump Station
Location Address
Owner
Permit Tracking Slip
Status
Project Type
In review
New Project
Version
Permit Classification
A
Individual
Permit Contact Affiliation
Major/Minor Region
Minor Wilmington
County
Brunswick
Facility Contact Affiliation
Owner Name Owner Type
Brunswick County Government - County
Owner Affiliation
John Nichols
PE
PO Box 249
Dates/Events Bolivia NC 2842202,
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
1/26/2021���

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L E T T E R O F T R A N S M I T T A 1.
To:
NCDEQ
Date
1 1/25/21
127 N. Cardinal Drive
Wilmington, NC 28405
Re:
Pine Forest Plantation Amenity
910 796-7215
Fast Track Sewer
Attn:
Dean Hunkele
Project No.
I 16313.PE
e are sendin
® Originals
® Prints
❑ Shop Drawings
❑ Calculations
❑ Correspondence
❑ Plans
❑ Specifications
❑ Other as listed below
he following items:
Quantity
Date
Dwg. No.
Description
2
Fast Track Sewer Permit FTA 04-16
(original and 1 co
2
Flow Tracking/Acceptance Sewer Extension Application FTSE 04-16
(original and 1 co
1
Brunswick County Approval Letter
1
Sanitary Sewer Narrative
1
Vicinity Ma
1
Site Plan
1
$480 check
Issue Status: ® For Approval ❑ As Requested ❑ Construction ❑ Bid
❑ For Your Use ® For Review and Comment ❑ Approved as Noted ❑ See Remarks
ction Taken: ❑ No Exceptions Taken ❑ Make Corrections Noted ❑ Amend & Resubmit
❑ Rejected - See Remarks ❑ Approved as Submitted ❑ Other
emarks:
Enclosed is the submittal for the Pine Forest Amenitv
Cc:
Signed:
Tim Clinkscales, PE, PLS

PROJECT NARRATIVE
Pine Forest Plantation is proposing the sewer for the amenity center. In previous approvals, the
Affinity Health at Pine Forest Private Pump Station (WQ0040826 dated 6/3/19) was to tie to the
constructed forcemain along Pine Forest Drive. This pump station was designed in this manner
because of timing of master pump station for the Pine Forest neighborhood. Since the master
pump station was constructed and certified before the Affinity Health facility, sewer from this
facility now gravity drains to a manhole that goes to the master pump station.
With this information and discussion with county, we are proposing a county owned pump
station as provided. This pump station is the only pump on the forcemain therefore is not part
of an alternate sewer system. The pump station will operate 20 GPM @ 160 TDH.

State of North Carolina
DWR Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Division of Water Resources 15A NCAC 02T.0300 - FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION
FTA 04-16 & SUPPORTING
'I DOCUMENTATION
Application Number: W� `�� Ito be completed by DWP,)
All items must be comolerad or the lication will be returned
I. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name: Brunswick Count (company, municipality, HOA, utility, etc.)
2. Applicant type: ❑ Individual ❑ Corporation
❑ General Partnership ❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility
❑ Federal ® State/County Cl Municipal ❑ Other
3. Signature authority's name: William Pinnix per 15—ANCAC 02T 010 tht
Title: Director o_ f Engineering
4. Applicant's mailing address: PO Box_ 249 Bld31
City: Bolivia State: NC Zip: 2 422-_
5. Applicant's contact information:
Phone number: (2LOJ 253- 500 Email Address: william l innix(abrunswickc_ ountvnc,Loy
It. PROJECT INFORMATION:
I. Project name: Pine Forest Amenity
2. Applicatiow'Project status: ® Proposed (New Permit)
❑ Existing Permit/Project
If a modification, provide the existing permit number: WQ00__ and issued date: _
If new construction but part of a master plan, provide the existing permit number: W000_
3. County where project is located: Brunswick
4. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 33,9684' Longitude: -7 0988°
5. Parcel ID (if applicable): 2030001714
(or Parcel ID to closest downstream sewer)
III. CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
I, Professional Engineer: Tim Clinkscales License Number: 28847
Finn: Pamnountc Engineering. Inc
Mailing address: 122 Cinema Drive
City: M11MLmIton State: NC Zip: 28403-_
Phone number: (2n)191-6707 Email Address: dwithers(o,paramounte onz cone
IV. WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY (WWTF) INFORMATION:
Facility Name: West Brunswick Regional WWTF Permit Number: W0002369-3
Owner Name: Brunswick Cot my
V. RECEIVING DOWNSTREAM SEWER INFORMATION (if different than WWTF):
L Permit Number(s): WQ0039g 9 Downstream (Receiving) Sewer Size: ( g) 2 inch
System WideCan System Permit Number(s) hf iip licable): WQCS 0284
Owner Name(s): Brunswick Chanty
FORM: FTA 04-16
Page I of5

VI. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
I. If the Applicant is a Privately -Owned Public Utility, has a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity been attached'?
❑ Yes []No ®N/A
2. If the Applicant is a Developer of lots to be sold, has a Developer's Operational Agreement (FORM: DEV) been attached'?
❑ Yes []No ®NIA
3. If the Applicant is a Home/Property Owners' Association, has an Operational Agreement (FORM: HOA) been attached'?
❑ Yes ❑No ®NIA
4. Origin of wastewater: (check all that apply):
❑ Residential Owned ❑ Retail (stores, centers, malls) ❑ Car Wash
❑ Residential Leased ❑ Retail with food preparation/service ❑ Hotel and/or Motels
❑ School / preschool / day care ❑ Medical / dental / veterinary facilities ® Swimming Pool /Clubhouse
❑ Food and drink facilities ❑ Church ❑ Swimming PooliFilter Backwash
❑ 13usinesses / offices / factories ❑ Nursing Home ❑ Other (Explain in Attachment)
5. Nature of wastewater : % Domestic/Commercial 100 % Commercial
_ % Industrial (Sec 15A NCAC 02T .0103(20))
"is there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ❑ Ycs ❑ No
6. Hasa flow reduction been approved under ISA NCAC 02T .01 14(f)'? [:]Yes ®No
- If yes, Provide a cony of flow reduction approval letter
7. Summarize wastewater generated by project:
Establishment Type (see 02T.0114(11)
Daily Design Flow' °
No. of Units
Flow
Clubhouse
5.5 gal/seat
20
110 GPD
Pool Area
I I gal/person
70
770 GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
Total
880 GPD
a See 15A NCAC 02T .0114(b). (d). (c)(I) and (c)(2) for caveats to wastewater design flow rates (i.e., minimum flow per
dwelling; proposed unknown non-residential development uses; public access facilities located near high public use areas;
and residential property located south or cast of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway to be used as vacation rentals as defined
in G.S. 42A-4).
b Per 15A NCAC 02T .0114(c), design flow rates for establishments not identified (in table ISA NCAC 02'r.01 141 shall be
determined using available flow data, water using fixtures, occupancy or operation patterns, and other measured data.
8. Wastewater generated by project: 880 GPD (per ISA NCAC 02T .0114)
Y Do not include future flows or previously permitted at locations
If permitted flow is zero, indicate why:
❑ Punyp Station or Gravity Scwcr where Flow will be permitted in subsequent permits that connect to this line
❑ Flow has already been allocated in Permit Number: _
❑ Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewer with no new flow expected
❑ Other (Explain): _
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 2 of 5

VI1. GRAVITY SEWER DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) - 02T.0305 & tvIDC (Gravity Sewers):
I. Summarize gravity sewer to be permitted:
Size (Inches) Length (feet) Material
➢ Section 11 & Ill of the MDC for Permitting of Gravity Sewers contains information related to design criteria
Section Ill contains information related to minimum slopes for gravity sewer(s)
`r Oversizing lines to meet minimum slope requirement is not allowed and a violation of the MDC
Vlll. PUMP STATION DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) — 02T.0305 & MDC (Pump Stations/Force Mains):
COMPLETE FOR EACH PUMP STATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROJECT
1. Pump station number or name: Pine Forest Amenity
2. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 33.9684" Longitude: -] Ot 88'
3. Design flow of the pump station: 0.0009 millions gallons per day (firm capacity)
4. Operational point(s) of the pump(s): 20 gallons per minute at 1600 feet total dynamic head (TDI{)
5. Summarize the force train to be permitted (for this Pump Station):
Size (inches)
Length (feet)
Material
2
150
CTS Tubing, SDR
9
6, Power reliability in accordance with ISA NCAC 02T 0305(h)(I):
❑ Standby power source or pump with automatic activation and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(Q):
D Required for all pump stations with an average daily now greater than or equal to 15,000 gallons per day
9 Must be permanent to facility
Or if the pump station has an average daily now less than 15,000 gallons per day:
❑ Portable power source with manuat activation, quick -connection receptacle and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T
.0305(h)(1)(C)
or
❑ Portable pumping unit with plugged emergency pump connection and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(C)'
➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant (draft agreement)
and is compatible with the station.
If the pot -table power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations' storage
capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel tinteframes, shall be provided
in the case of a multiple station power outage,
FORM: FTA 04-16 Page 3 of 5

IX. SETBACKS & SEPARATIONS — (02B .0200 & 15A NCAC 02T .0305(Q):
I. Does the project comply with all separations found in 15A NCAC 02T .0305(f) & (g) ® Yes ❑ No
> 15A NCAC 02T.0305(f) contains minimum separations that shall be nreviderl fnr sewer svetems-
Setback Parameter*
Separation Rc uircd
Storm sewers and other utilities not listed below (vertical)
24 inches
Water mains vertical -water over sewer including in benched trenches
IS inches
Water mains horizontal
10 feet
Reclaimed water lines vertical - reclaimed over sewer
18 inclics
Reclaimed water lines horizontal - reclaimed over sewer
2 feet
**Any private or public water supply source, including any wells, WS-1 waters of Class 1 or
Class 11 impounded reservoirs used as a source of drinking water
100 feet
**Waters classified WS (except WS-1 or WS-V), B, SA, ORW, HQW, or SB from normal
high water or tide elevation and wetlands sec item IX.2
50 feet
**Any other stream, lake, impoundment, or ground water lowering and surface drainage
ditches
10 feet
Anv building foundation
5 lect
Any basement
10 feet
Top sloe of embankment or cuts of 2 feet or more vertical height
10 feet
Drainage systems and interceptor drains
5 feet
Any swimming pools
10 feet
Final earth grade vertical
36 inches
> 15A NCAC 02T.0305(g) contains alternatives where separations in 021'.0305(f) cannot be achieved.
> **Stream classifications can be identified using the Division's NC Surface Water Classifications webpege
> If noncompliance with 027-.0305(f) or (g), see Section X of this application
2. Does the project comply with separation requirements for wetlands? (50 feet of separation) ®Ycs ❑ No ❑ N/A
)r Seethe Division's draft separation requirements for situations where separation cannot be meet
'v No variance is required if the alternative design criteria specified is utilized in design and construction
> As built documents should reterenee the location of areas effected
3. Does the project comply with setbacks found in the river basin rules per 15A NCAC 02B .02002 ❑ Yes ❑ No ®N/A
Y This would include Trout Buffered Streams per I SA NCAC 2B.0202
4. Does the project require coverage/authorization under a 404 Nationwide or []Yes ® No
individual permits or 401 Water Quality Certifications?
➢ Information can be obtained from the 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch
5. Does project comply with 15A NCAC 02T.0IQ5(c)(6) (additional permits/certifications)? ® Yes ❑ No
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6), directly related environmental permits or certificution upplications are being prepared, have
been applied for, or have been obtained. Issuance of this permit is contingent on issuance ol'dependent permits (erosion and
sedimentation control plans, stormwater management plans, etc.).
6. Does this project include any sewer collection lines that are deemed "high -priority?"
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0402, "high -priority sewer" menns "any aerial sewer, sewer contacting surface waters, siphon, or sewer
positioned parallel to sn'eambanks that is subject to erosion that undermines or deteriorates the sewer.
❑ Yes ® No ❑ NtA
> If yes, include an attachment with details for each line, including type (aerial line, size, material, and location).
High priority lines shall be inspected by the permittec or its representative at least once every six -months and inspections
documented per ISA NCAC 02T.0403(a)(5) or the permitee's individual System -Wide Collection permit.
FORM: FTA 04-16 page 4 of 5

X. CERTIFICATIONS:
I. Docs the submilatest
tted system comply with 15A NCAC 02T, the
and Force Mains (versionl and theGravity Sewer Minin
® Yes
If No, complete and submit the Variance/Alternative Design
review. Annrnvalnfn,...e ,.e.t
2. Professional Engineer's Certification:
as applicable?
❑ No
nest application (VADC 10-14) and supporting documents to, — ..-. . .
(Pro essional Engineet's name from Application Item III I J attest that this application for
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has been reviewed by tile and is accurate, complete and consistent witlf tl'C information supplied in the plans, specifications,
engineering calculations, and all other supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge. 1 further attest that to the best
of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer
Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers (latest version), and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting
of Pump Stations and Force Mains (latest version). Although other professionals may have developed certain portions of this
submittal package, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this material and
have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed $10,000, as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
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North Carolina Professional Engineer's seal, signature, and date: ".. ,,,,,,,,,'..
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3. ...._.............
Applicant's Certification per ISA NCAC 02T.0106(b):
1, M PNiv/X P� ZYROK 0F_ CGQii)
�'/ attest that this application for
(Signature Au(hortry s name & title from Applicatio Item 1.3.)
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledg . I understand that if all required parts of
this application are not completed and that if all required supporting documentation and attachments arc not included, this
application package is subject to being returned as incomplete. I understand that any discharge of wastewater from this non -
discharge system to surface waters or the land will result in an immediate enforcement action that may include civil penalties,
injunctive relief, and/or criminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a condition
of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts of this application package are not completed and that if
all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to me as
incomplete,
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215 6A and 43-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a finenotto exceed Sl0,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
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Signature: VV/t/v!^2_
Date:
FORM: PTA 04-16
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State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
Flow Tracking for Sewer Extension Applications
(FTSE 10-18)
Entity Requesting Allocation: Brunswick County
Project Name for which flow is being requested: Pine Forest Amenity Center
More than one FTSE nmy be required for a single project if the owner of the WWTP is not responsible for all punip
stations along the route of theproposed wastewater flow.
1. Complete this section only if you are the owner of the wastewater treatment plant.
a. WWTP Facility Name: WESTBRUNSWICKWWRF
b. WWTP Facility Permit #: WQ 0023693
Ali flows are in MGD
c. WWTP facility's permitted flow
d. Estimated obligated flow not yet tributary to the WWTP
e. WWTP facility's actual avg. flow
f. Total flow for this specific request
g. Total actual and obligated flows to the facility
h. Percent of permitted flow used
R 11/
0.1321
3.507
0.00088
3.640
60.6%
II. Complete this section for each pump station you are responsible for along the route of this proposed
wastewater flow.
List pump stations located between the project connection point and the WWTP:
(A) (B) (C) (D)=(B+C) (E)=(A-D)
Design Obligated,
Pump Pump Average Approx. Not Yet Total Current
Station Station Firm Daily Flow** Current Tributary Flow Plus
(Name or Permit Capacity, * (Firm / pf), Avg. Daily Daily Flow, Obligated Available
Number) No, MGD MGD Flow, MGD MGD Flow Capacity***
The Firm Capacity (design flow) of any pump station is defined as the maximum pumped flow
that can be achieved with the largest pump taken out of service.
** Design Average Daily Flow is the firm capacity of the pump station divided by a peaking factor
(pf) not less than 2.5, per Section 2.02(A)(4)(c) of the Minimum Design Criteria.
*** A Planning Assessment Addendum shall be attached for each pump station located
between the project connection point and the WWTP where the Available Capacity is < 0.
Downstream Facility Name (Sewer): Pine Forest Blvd Public FM
Downstream Permit Number: WQ0039819
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FTSE 10-18

III. Certification Statement:
I William L. Pinnix, P.E. certify to the best of my knowledge that the addition of
the volume of wastewater to be permitted in this project has been evaluated along the route to the receiving
wastewater treatment facility and that the flow from this project is not anticipated to cause any capacity
related sanitary sewer overflows or overburden any downstream pump station en route to the receiving
treatment plant under normal circumstances, given the implementation of the planned improvements
identified in the planning assessment where applicable. This analysis has been performed in accordance
with local established policies and procedures using the best available data. This certification applies to
those items listed above in Sections I and II plus all attached planning assessment addendums for which I
am the responsible party. Signature of this form certifies that the receiving collection system or treatment
works has adequate capacity to transport and treat the proposed new wastewater.
Official Signature Date
—!:))12 TOlz OF
Title of Signing Official
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FTSF. 10-1 R

COUNTY OF BRUNSWICK
ENGINEERING SERVICES
January 5, 2021
Mr. Tim Clinkscales, P.E.
Paramounte Engineering, Inc.
122 Cinema Drive
Wilmington, North Carolina 28403
OeJ�gple O`yJL
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Re: Pine Forest Amenity Center
Duplex Grinder Pump Station
Dear Mr. Clinkscales,
PO BOX 249
BOLIVIA, NC 28422
BUILDING I
[phone] Office
[phone] FAX
Our office has reviewed the proposed plans and specifications for the new duplex grinder pump station
and has determined that this project will meet Brunswick County's minimum standards and specifications
if the project is constructed as designed. Brunswick County has a sufficient treatment capacity to provide
sewer service for this project.
This letter hereby grants authorization for the plan submittal to the North Carolina Department of
Environmental Quality / Division of Water Quality for review and approval. Your signed permit application
and FTSE 10-18 is enclosed. Please send a copy of this letter to the State along with Your plans
specifications and permit application.
Do not hesitate to contact our office if you have any questions.
Sincerely,
bgkekyn E by Wm. L. Pinnix. P.E.
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Sherri Phipps

North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Pat McCrory
Governor
October 7, 2015
William L. Pinnix, Director of Engineering
Brunswick County
PO Box 249
Bolivia, NC 28422
Subject: Variance Request Approval
Permit Number: WQCS00284
New/Existing Commercial & Multifamily Pump Stations with Limited Flow
Brunswick County
Dear Mr. Pinnix:
Donald R. van der Vaart
Secretary
The Division of Water Resources (Division) has reviewed the submitted variance request, as well as the additional
information submitted October 1, 2015. The request involved deviation from the requirements of 15A NCAC 02T.0305
for pump stations with low flows that serves multifamily and commercial facilities within the county's service area with
the following conditions:
1) This variance only applies to facilities meeting flow rates less than or equal to 1,680 gallons per day (gpd)
2) Pump Stations shall:
a) Meet the pump reliability requirement per 15A NCAC 02T.0305(h)(1), (meet peak flow with largest pump out
of service)
b) Provide 24-hours' worth of wastewater storage (installed or upgraded)
c) Install/maintain alarms per 15A NCAC 02T.0305(h)(1)(F) in an area that is noticeable to the general public or
onsite staff
d) Install/maintain signage per 15ANCAC 02T.0305(h)(2)
3) in accordance with the provision for alternative design covered under 15A NCCA 02T.0105(n), facilities meeting the
above conditions are exempt from:
a) Requirement to install a standby power source or pump per 15A NCAC 02T.0305 (h)(1)(B)
b) Requirement to install/maintain a telemetry system per 15A NCAC 02T.0305(h)(1)(E)
c) Requirement to inspect these facilities every day per 15A NCAC 02T.0305(a)(4) and WQCS00284 (Condition
V.2), however still required to Inspect the facility at least once per week
Regardless of the variance approval, in the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily,
Including the creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, Including those as
may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement facilities.
All other facilities shall be constructed in accordance with all applicable rules and statues including, 15A NCAC 2T; the
Division of Water Resources' (Division) Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12,1996 as applicable;
and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted
June 1, 2000 as applicable. Approval of the variance request does not constitute approval of the permit. Submission
and approval of permit applications are still required in accordance with applicable rules and regulations.
1601 Mall Service Center, Raleigh, Nodh Carolina 27699-1601
Phone: [phone]Internet: www.ncdonr.gov
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Variance Request Approval
October 7, 201S
If you have any questions, please contact Michael Leggett, P.E. at 919-807-6312 or via email at
michael.leggett@ncdenr eov.
Sincerely,
for Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
by Deborah Gore, PERCS Supervisor
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
enclosures (all)
cc: WilliamL.Pinnix,PE — Director of Engineering Services (Wil Ila m.pInnIxP brunswickcountvncgov)
James Murray, Engineering Technician / Plan Reviewer (lames.murrayPbrunswickcountvnc ¢ov)
Wilmington Regional Office, Water Quality Section Regional Operations
Water Quality Central Files — WQCS00184
PERCS Files (electronic copy)

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Brunswick County Board of Commissioners
ACTION AGENDA ITEM
2014
Utilities - Request for Approval of Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy - (Jerry Pierce, Director of Public Utilities)
From: Action Item # Vill. - 3.
Jerry Pierce, P.E.
Date:
7/2/2014
Issue/Action Requested:
Request that the Board of Commissioners approve an amendment to the Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy to allow the county to
assume maintenance responsibilities for grinder pump stations that provide sewer service to new and existing multifamily projects
and to new and existing commercial properties provided the properties meet the terms of the Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy as
amended.
Background/Purpose of Request:
In 2008, the Brunswick County Board of Commissioners approved a Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy. Under the terms of the
policy, the county assumed maintenance responsibility for grinder pump stations that provide sewer service to single-family homes.
The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources (NC DENR) permit for the low pressure sewer system had
to be in the county's name prior to the county assuming maintenance responsibility. To cover the cost of maintaining the grinder
pump stations. A monthly $5.00 grinder maintenance fee was added to the sewer service charges for all customers who had a
grinder pump station covered by the policy.
The policy did not include maintenance of grinder pump stations associated with multifamily projects and commercial projects.
Some multifamily projects and commercial properties were located in the Calabash and Sunset Beach Special Assessment
Districts. As such, the county installed duplex grinder pump stations at those locations and assumed maintenance responsibilities
as the NC DENR Permit was in the county's name.
The county has recently received a request from a multifamily project in St. James that the county assume maintenance
responsibility for their duplex grinder pump stations. The proposed Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy Amendment outlines the
requirements and terms by which the county will assume maintenance responsibility for multifamily projects and commercial
properties. The major requirements are as follows:
1. For all projects, the NC DENR Permit has to be in the county's name.
2. For all projects, plans and specifications have to be submitted to the Engineering Department for review and approval and all
construction must be inspected and approved by the Engineering Department.
3. For multifamily projects, the grinder maintenance fee will be charge per unit and for commercial projects the grinder
maintenance fee will be based upon the Residential Equivalent Unit (REU) flow associated with the commercial property's
use.
4. For existing multifamily and commercial properties, the existing duplex grinder pump station has to be rehabbed to meet the
current Brunswick County standards.
5. The permitted sewer flow for new and existing commercial properties cannot exceed 1,680 gpd.
6. For existing multifamily projects, at least 50% of the owners of the units in the building served by the duplex pump station must
sign a petition requesting Brunswick County to assume maintenance responsibility for their duplex grinder pump statlon.
For multifamily and commercial projects, the owners would have the option to maintain the duplex grinder pump station
themselves. The county would not install the duplex grinder pump station and would maintain the duplex grinder pump station only
if requested by the property owner(s) or Property Owners Association (POA).
County staff recommends that the Board of Commissioners approve the Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy Amendment to allow
county maintenance of duplex grinder pump stations at multifamily projects and commercial projects provided they meet the terms
of the policy.
Fiscal Impact:
Reviewed By Director of Fiscal Operations
Approved By County Attorney:
http://brunswick.novtisagenda.com/agendaptiblic/CoverSheet. aspx?iteml D=783 &MectitigID=71 7/22/2014

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Yes
Advisory Board Recommendation:
Approved by Utility Board June 9, 2014
County Manager's Recommendation:
Recommend that the Board of Commissioners approve an amendment to the Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy to allow the county
to assume maintenance responsibilities for grinder pump stations that provide sewer service to new and existing multifamily projects
and to new and existing commercial properties provided the properties meet the terms of the Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy as
amended.
ATTACHMENTS
Description
0 Utilities - Utility Hoard Droll Minutes 6-9-14 - Attach I
0 Utilities - Existing Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy - Attach 2
0 Utilities - Proposed Amendment I to Grinder Punm Maintenance Policy - Attach 3
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Amend the existing Grinder Pump Maintenance Policy to add the following sections:
MULTIFAMILY
NEW CONSTRUCTION
The county will provide maintenance for low pressure duplex grinder pump stations installed at new
multifamily projects provided the following criteria are met:
1. The NC DENR Authorization to Construct Permit that includes the installation of the duplex
grinder pump stations is issued to Brunswick County,
2. The duplex grinder pump stations are installed in accordance with Brunswick County
Standard Specifications and Details.
The county staff has inspected and approved the installation of the duplex grinder pump
station, control panel, and low pressure force main from the pump station to the county -
maintained force main or gravity manhole.
3. A blanket easement or a dedicated easement must be provided for the location of the pump
station and force main that allows county crews access to maintain the pump station and
force main.
4. A duplex grinder pump station must be installed for each building. If the number of units in
the building exceeds eight units, additional duplex grinder pump stations may be required,
5. Any telemetry or standby power capability required to meet NC DENR requirements will be
the responsibility of the owner or Property Owners Association (POA).
If the units are individually billed for sewer service, a grinder maintenance fee will be added to the bill
for sewer service. If the multifamily project receives one sewer bill for the entire project, a grinder
maintenance fee equal to the number of units served times the grinder maintenance fee will be added
to the bill for sewer service.
EXISTING CONSTRUCTION
The county will assume maintenance responsibility for low pressure duplex grinder pump stations
installed at existing multifamily projects provided the following criteria are met:
1. The NC DENR Authorization to Construct Permit that includes the installation of the duplex
grinder pump stations is transferred to Brunswick County.
2. The existing duplex grinder pump stations and control panel are upgraded to meet current
Brunswick County Standard Specifications and Details.
3. The county staff has approved the plans for the upgrade of the pump station and panel and
approves the final constructed upgrade of the duplex grinder pump station and control
panel.

4. The county receives a petition signed by a majority of the owners of the units in the
buildings served by the grinder pump station requesting that the county assume
maintenance of the grinder pump station or a resolution of the POA if allowed by the POA
covenants.
S. A blanket easement or a dedicated easement must be provided for the location of the pump
station and force main that allows county crews access to maintain the pump station and
force main.
6. Any telemetry or standby power capability required to meet NC DENR requirements will be
the responsibility of the owner or POA.
If the units are individually billed for sewer service, a grinder maintenance fee will be added to the bill
for sewer service. If the multifamily project receives one sewer bill for the entire project, a grinder
maintenance fee equal to the number of units served times the grinder maintenance fee will be added
to the bill for sewer service.
COMMERCIAL PROPERTIES
NEW
The county will provide maintenance responsibility for duplex grinder pump stations installed at new
commercial projects provided the following criteria are met:
1. The NC DENR Authorization to Construct Permit that Includes the installation of the duplex
grinder pump stations is issued to Brunswick County.
2. The projected flow from the project Is less than 1,680 gallons per day as determined by the
NC DENR Wastewater Design Flow Rate Regulation.
3. The duplex grinder pump stations are installed in accordance with Brunswick County
Standard Specifications and Details.
4. The county staff has inspected and approved the installation of the duplex grinder pump
station, control panel, and force main from the pump station to the county -maintained
force main or gravity manhole.
S. A blanket easement or a dedicated easement must be provided for the location of the pump
station and force main that allows county crews access to maintain the pump station and
force main.
6. Any telemetry or standby power capability required to meet NC DENR requirements will be
the responsibility of the owner.
The grinder maintenance fee based upon the REU for the use will be added to the sewer service bill
for the commercial business,

EXISTING
The county will assume maintenance responsibility for duplex grinder pump stations installed at existing
commercial projects provided the following criteria are met:
1. The NC DENR Authorization to Construct Permit that includes the installation of the duplex
grinder pump stations is transferred to Brunswick County,
2. The projected flow from the project is less than 1,680 gallons per day as determined by the
NC DENR Wastewater Design Flow Rate Regulation.
3. The existing duplex grinder pump stations and control panel are upgraded to meet current
Brunswick County Standard Specifications and Details.
4. The county staff has approved the plans for the upgrade of the pump station and panel and
approves the final constructed upgrade of the duplex grinder pump station and control
panel.
5. A blanket easement or a dedicated easement must be provided for the location of the pump
station and force main that allows county crews access to maintain the pump station and
force main.
6, Any telemetry or standby power capability required to meet NC DENR requirements will be
the responsibility of the owner.
The grinder maintenance fee based upon the REU for the use will be added to the sewer service bill for
the commercial business

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