NCS000408_23_2021 City of Graham SW Inspection Letter - Non Compliance_20211004

CITi OF
R A H A M
August 5, 2021
CITY OF GRAHAM
P.O. DRAWER 357
201 SOUTH MAIN ST.
GRAHAM, NC 27253
PHONE [phone]
FAX [phone]
Subject: 2021 Structural Stormwater Control Measure (SCM) Annual Inspection Non -Compliance
Dear Property Owner,
This letter is a follow-up reminder of the required annual inspection of the Stormwater Structure on
your property. This inspection was due on June 30, 2021. As of July 30, 2021, an Inspection Report has
not been received by the City of Graham. Failure to submit an annual inspection report will result in
"Non -Compliance" thereby making the property subject to enforcement by the City. Enforcement
actions may include, but are not limited to, the assessment of SCM repair costs/ or financial penalties.
On May 19, 2021, a request letter was sent for this Annual inspection. The City of Graham has
identified, a permitted structural stormwater control measure (SCM) on your property. This was
installed to protect water quality. Proper maintenance is critical to insure that these structures function
as intended. Maintenance activities are outlined in Article X11, Division 4 of the City of Graham-s
Development Ordinances. Section 10.512 (b) (page 201) requires annual inspections of all structural
stormwater SCM's by a qualified individual, with a record of this inspection to be submitted to the City.
Please submit your SCM Inspection Report to Phil Ross at [e-mail].
To assist property owners in meeting this requirement, the City of Graham is developing Stormwater
Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Inspection Reports to be utilized for your inspection. These can be
obtained by contacting Phil Ross at [e-mail]. Furthermore, NC State University has developed a
SCM Inspection and Maintenance Certification program to standardize inspections reporting. Individuals
with this certificate are considered qualified by the State Stormwater Division to complete and submit
the inspection report on your behalf. A listing of these individuals is published online at:
https://tinyuri.com/certified-sw-inspectors
In addition to the annual inspection report, it is highly recommended that you perform maintenance and
inspections throughout the year. These records should be kept and be made available to City staff if
requested.
Thank you for your attention to this matter. We request that you respond in a prompt time period. If
you have any questions regarding this matter you can contact Phil Ross — Stormwater Program
Coordinator at [e-mail], ph.[phone] or me through email at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Josh Johnson, P.E.
City Engineer