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Gwwernor
ELIZABETH S. B1SER
Secretary
RICHARD E. ROGERS, JR.
Dirrrinr
NORTH CAROL! NA
Env iron n rr th Quality
June 30, 2022
Ms. Monica Rivera & Mr. Juan Gomez
Ricab, LLC
5009 Monroe Rd, Suite 201
Charlotte, NC 28205
Subject: Permit No. WQ0043564
Domestic Wastewater Pump & Haul Permit
Monica Rivera & Juan Gomez of Ricab, LLC
639, 643, 647 & 651 Tennyson Drive
Mecklenburg County
Dear Ms. Rivera & Mr. Gomez:
In accordance with your application received on June 29, 2022, we are forwarding herewith Permit No.
WQ0043564, effective June 30, 2022, to 639, 643, 647 & 651 Tennyson Drive for the time -limited
operation of a domestic wastewater pump and haul operation. This permit shall be effective on June
30, 2022, will expire on December 30, 2022, and shall be subject to the conditions and limitations as
specified therein. This cover letter and supplement shall be considered a part of this permit and are
therefore incorporated therein by reference.
Please pay particular attention to the following conditions contained within this permit:
Condition 1.2: The Permittee or its representative shall inspect the permitted pump and haul facilities
at least daily to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and discharges
that may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human
health, or a nuisance condition.
Condition 11.1: An accurate record of the pump and haul activities must be maintained by the
Permittee, indicating: Date and time wastewater is removed from the facility; Name of
contract hauler; Name of facility receiving wastewater; & Volume of wastewater
removed.
Condition 11.14: This permit shall expire December 30, 2022. Should the pump and haul activities stop
prior to the date of expiration, send written notification to the Mooresville Regional
Office, Division of Water Resources, Water Quality Regional Operations Section
notifying them of that the permit is no longer required and detailing the final disposal
solution.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the right
to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of this permit.
North Carolina Department of Enviranmenial Quality I Division of Water Resources
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704.b63.i69,4
Ricab, LLC
Permit No. WQ0043564
This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of North Carolina
General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final and binding.
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact Ori Tuvia at (704) 235-2190 or
via e-mail at Ori.Tuvia@ncdenr.gov.
Sincerely,
DocuSigned by:
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for Richard E. Rogers, Jr.
Director, Division of Water Resources
for W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
cc: MRO Files (Laserfiche)
David DeCaron (PE) (E-copy)
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NORTH CAROLINA
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DOMESTIC WASTEWATER PUMP & HAUL PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina as
amended, and other applicable Laws, Rules, and Regulations, permission is hereby granted to the
Monica Rivera & Juan Gomez of Ricab, LLC
for the construction and operation of a domestic wastewater pump and haul operation to serve 639,
643, 647 & 651 Tennyson Drive, Cornelius, Mecklenburg County. The anticipated flow for this pump and
haul operation is expected to be 1,440 gallons per day of domestic wastewater. Flow will be stored in 3
4,000-gallon storage tanks equalized by a PVC pipes installed below the telemetry alarm limit, equipped
with Telemetry, pursuant to the application received June 29, 2022, and in conformity with 15A NCAC
02T and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environmental
Quality and considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective on June 30, 2022, will expire on December 30, 2022, and shall be subject to
the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
DocuSigned by:
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for Richard E. Rogers, Jr.
Director, Division of Water Resources
forW. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
By authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number: WQ0043564
Permit Issued: June 30, 2022
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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Monica Rivera & Juan Gomez of Ricab, LLC is hereby authorized to:
Construct and operate the aforementioned domestic wastewater pump and haul operation. The
domestic wastewater collected by this system shall be pumped and hauled to the City of Charlotte's
McAlpine Creek Waste Water Treatment Plant, NPDES Permit NC0024970
This permit shall become voidable unless the agreement between Monica Rivera & Juan Gomez of
Ricab, LLC , City of Charlotte's McAlpine Creek WWTP, and Stevens Trucking and Septic Services, for the
collection, transportation, and final treatment of wastewater, is in full force and effect. [15A NCAC
02T.0204(b)
It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to ensure that the as -constructed project meets the appropriate
design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement facilities,
and/or referral of the North Carolina -licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board.
Construction and operation is contingent upon compliance with the Standard Conditions and any Special
Conditions identified below.
I. SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. The Permittee or its representative shall inspect the permitted pump and haul facilities during pump
and haul activities to prevent malfunctions and deterioration, operator errors, and discharges that
may cause or lead to the release of wastes to the environment, a threat to human health, or a
nuisance condition. The Permittee shall maintain an inspection log or summary including at least:
a. Date and time of inspection;
b. Observations made;
c. Any maintenance, repairs, or corrective actions taken by the Permittee.
The Permittee shall maintain this log of inspections for as long as the pump and haul activities are
being conducted and shall be made available to the Division or other permitting authority, upon
request. [15A NCAC 02T .0204(d)]
2. The Mooresville Regional Office must be notified at least 48 hours prior to the commencement of
the pump and haul activities so that a site inspection may be performed. [15A NCAC 02T .0110].
II. STANDARD CONDITIONS
1. An accurate record of the pump and haul activities must be maintained by the Permittee, indicating:
a. Date and time wastewater is removed from the facility;
b. Name of contract hauler;
c. Name of facility receiving wastewater;
d. Volume of wastewater removed.
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The Permittee shall maintain this log for as long as the pump and haul activities are being conducted
and shall be made available to the Division or other permitting authority, upon request. [15A NCAC
02T .0108]
2. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request shall be submitted
to the Division accompanied by an application fee, documentation from the parties involved, and
other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this request shall be considered
on its merits and may or may not be approved. [15A NCAC 02T .0104; G.S. 143-215.1(d3)]
3. The Permittee shall provide for the installation and maintenance of an audible and visual high-water
alarm on all storage and pumping facilities associated with this pump and haul operation. [15A NCAC
02T .0204(c)]
4. This permit shall become voidable unless the subject pump and haul activities are carried out in
accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; and other supporting materials unless
specifically mentioned herein. [15A NCAC 02T.0110]
5. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the
application and other supporting data. No type, kind or quantity of wastewater other than the
pumped and hauled wastewater from the facility shall be included in these pump and haul activities.
[15A NCAC 02T .0110]
6. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times.
Adequate inspection, maintenance, and cleaning shall be provided by the permittee to insure proper
operation of the subject facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0403]
7. The Permittee shall report by telephone to a Water Resources staff member at the Mooresville
Regional Water Resources Section, telephone number 704-663-1699, as soon as possible, but in no
case more than 24 hour, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of
the following:
a. If the flow volume estimated above is exceeded by any amount on any day; or
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater storage, such as failures of tanks, piping, pumps,
aerators, compressors etc.; or
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, etc., resulting in a spill or by-pass directly to
receiving waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or
facility; or
d. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons; or
e. Any SSO and/or spill, regardless of volume, that reaches surface water
Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible, but this shall not be considered as the
initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be
reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number (800) 858-0368 or (919)
733-3300. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by completing and
submitting Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) within five days
following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the actions taken or proposed
to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Part II of Form CS-SSO (or the most current
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Division approved form) can also be completed to show that the SSO was beyond control. [G.S. 143-
215.1C(a1)]
8. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 15A NCAC 02T; and other
supporting materials may subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in
accordance with North Carolina General Statutes §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of
additional or replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina -
licensed Professional Engineer to the licensing board. [15A NCAC 02T .0104; 15A NCAC 02T .0108(b-
c)]
10. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions, the Permittee shall cease operation of all pump and haul activities
and shall take immediate corrective action, including those as may be required by this Division, such
as the construction of additional or replacement facilities. [15A NCAC 02T .0110; 15A NCAC 02T
.0108(b)]
11. Any duly authorized officer, employee, or representative of the Division of Water Resources may,
upon presentation of credentials, enter and inspect any property, premises, or place on or related to
the pump and haul collection facilities at any reasonable time for the purpose of determining
compliance with the Division's approval; may inspect or copy any records that must be maintained
under the terms and conditions of this permit; and may obtain samples. [15A NCAC 02T .0110]
12. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all statutes,
rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by the Division any other Federal, State, or
Local government agencies which have jurisdiction or obtaining other permits which maybe
required by the Division or any other Federal, State, of Local government agencies. [G.S. 143-
215.1(b)]
13. Operation of this permit is based on acceptance of the certification attached to this permit,
completed by the Permittee and a North Carolina licensed Professional Engineer. Note that a
completed certification is only required for activities that met the definition of the Practice of
Engineering in accordance with G.S. 89C-3. In some instances, this certification may not be
required.
14. A copy this permit, and approved plans and specifications (if applicable) shall be maintained on file
by the Permittee for the life of the project. [15A NCAC 02T .0104]
15. This permit shall expire December 30, 2022. Should the pump and haul activities stop prior to the
date of expiration send written notification to the Mooresville Regional Office, Water Quality
Section notifying them of that the permit is no longer required and detailing the final disposal
solution. [15A NCAC 02T .0105(j), 15A NCAC 02T.0204(a)]
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DOMESTIC WASTEWATER PUMP & HAUL ENGINEERING CERTIFICATION
This certification shall be completed and submitted to the appropriate regional office for activities
that result in the Practice of Engineering in accordance with G.S. 89C-3. In some instances, this
certification may not be required.
PERMITTEE:
PERMIT #:
PROJECT:
ISSUE DATE:
Monica Rivera & Juan Gomez of RICAB, LLC
WQ0043564
639, 643, 647 & 651 TENNYSON DRIVE
JUNE 30, 2022
This project shall not be considered complete nor allowed to operate until the Division has received this
Certification. It should be submitted in a manner that documents the Division's receipt. Send the
required documentation the Regional Supervisor, Water Quality Section at the address at the bottom.
PERMITTEE'S CERTIFICATION
I, the undersigned agent for the Permittee, hereby state that this project has been constructed pursuant
to the applicable standards & requirements, the Professional Engineer below has provided applicable
design/construction information to the Permittee, and the Permittee is prepared to operate & maintain
the pump and haul system permitted herein or portions thereof.
Printed Name, Title
Signature Date
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State of North Carolina,
having been authorized to observe (❑ periodically, n weekly, n full time) the construction of the
project name and location as referenced above for the above Permittee hereby state that, to the best of
my abilities, due care and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the
construction was observed to be built within substantial compliance of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T and
other supporting materials.
North Carolina Professional Engineer's Seal w/signature & date:
❑ Final ❑ Partial (include description)
Certification Comments/Qualifiers (attach if necessary):
NC Division of Water Resources — Water Quality Section 610 East Center Ave Mooresville, NC 28115
Mooresville Regional Office
Phone: (704)-663-1699 FAX: (704)-663-6040