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DHlsloo of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
October 2, 2023 Ver 4.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Change only If needed.
Does this project involve maintenance dredging funded by the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Dredging and Aquatic Weed Fund or involve the distribution or transmission of energy or
fuel, including natural gas, diesel, petroleum, or electricity?
Yes No
BIMS # Assigned Version# *
20240497 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required
What amount is owed?*
Fee received
$240.00 $570.00
Fee needed - send electronic notification
$323.00 $767.00
Reviewing Office*
Select Project Reviewer*
Raleigh Regional Office - (919) 791-4200
Joseph Myers:joseph.myers
Information for Initial Review
la. Name of project:
Cherry Solar
la. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Derek Ivie
1b. Primary Contact Email:* 1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
Derek.ivie@sunenergyl.com (704)337-5237
Date Submitted
3/28/2024
Nearest Body of Water
Roanoke River
Basin
Chowan; Roanoke
Water Classification
WS-IV,B;CA
Site Coordinates
Latitude: Longitude:
36.517937-77.765350
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Northampton
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
Yes
No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
14 - Linear transportation
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? *
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
Yes No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
VL Group A, LLC
2b. Deed book and page no.:
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
2c. Contact Person:
Derek Ivie
2d.Address
Street Address
595 Summer Street
Address Line 2
4th Floor
city
State / Province / Region
Stamford
CT
Postal / Zip Code
Country
06901
us
Yes No
Yes No
2e. Telephone Number:
(203)983-7875
2g. Email Address:*
project.development@sunenergyl.com
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Michael H Wray
2b. Deed book and page no
2c. Contact Person:
2d. Address
Street Address
PO Box 904
Address Line 2
city
Gaston
Postal / Zip Code
27832
2e. Telephone Number:
(252)536-8013
2g. Email Address:*
michaelhwray406@gmaii.com
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Mustin Capital
2b. Deed book and page no
2c. Contact Person:
Matthew L. Ogrburn
2d.Address
Street Address
3151 West Ridge Road SW
Address Line 2
city
Roanoke
Postal / Zip Code
24014
2e. Telephone Number:
(540)520-3033
2g. Email Address:
matthew.l.ogburn@accenturefederal.com
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Cherry Solar, LLC
3b. Business Name:
3c.Address
Street Address
595 Summer Street 4th Floor
Address Line 2
City
Stamford
Postal / Zip Code
06901
3d. Telephone Number:
(203)983-7875
3f. Email Address:*
project.development@sunenergyl.com
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
us
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
VA
Country
us
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
CT
Country
us
3e. Fax Number:
C. Project Information and Prior Project History O
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(ifappropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
Gaston
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
2c. Project Address
Street Address
922 Oak Grove Church Rd
Address Line 2
city
Gaston
Postal / Zip Code
27832
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:"
Roanoke River
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
WS-IV,B;CA
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?"
Chowan
Roanoke
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030101060404;030102040704;030102040701
4. Project Description and History
2b. Property size:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
US
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: "
The proposed Cherry Solar project occupies multiple parcels in Northampton County totaling approximately 2,280 acres, located off of Oak Grove Church Rd and NC 46. Land use in and
within the project vicinity is primarily composed of agricultural (various rotating crops including cotton, peanuts, corn, etc) and silvicultural uses. An adjacent utility scale solar project, Oak
Solar, is currently under development1construction and its perimeter is contiguous to Cherry Solar. A mix of farm and gravel paths are present throughout the site.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes No Unknown
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
193.63
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
106,965.23
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:"
The present submittal, requesting approval of coverage under NWP 14, is for the purpose of addressing safe conveyance of personnel, materials, equipment, and emergency vehicles
across the Cherry Solar site for the purpose of construction, operation, and maintenance of the solar facility, as well as for emergency response ingress/egress.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
The Applicant is proposing to construct a 180MW AC solar facility in Northampton County, to include solar PV panels, inverters, conductors, access paths, perimeter fencing, etc.
Forecasts of the quantities of renewable power to be purchased within the PJM market over the next several years, and elsewhere in the southeastern United States, reflect a strong public
need for additional utility -scale renewable solar power production. The proposed facility will share an interconnection facility with Oak Solar (already constructed) which interconnects with
Dominion's transmission grid, providing direct access to all load -serving suppliers participating in PJM, a Regional Transmission Organization ("RTO") in which Dominion participates. PJM
coordinates the movement of electricity through all or parts of Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Maryland, Michigan, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Tennessee,
Virginia, West Virginia, and the District of Columbia.
Expected equipment to be used for site construction are those typical at many similar projects, such as: excavators, skid steers, dozers, haul trucks, pile drivers, loaders, etc.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?"
Yes No G Unknown
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?"
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2021-01374; SAW-2020-01825
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Wes Fryar
Agency/Consultant Company: Davey Group
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
02/09/2022 and 02/24/2022
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?"
Yes O No
6b. If yes, explain.
There are nine construction phases to the Cherry Solar project, and all are included in this PCN. We have provided a phasing map to illustrate this. Each proposed crossing is a single and
complete undertaking. No future project phases are currently planned.
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
No.
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
O
2a1 Reason (?)
2b. Impact type" (?)
2c. Type of W.
2d. W. name
2e. Forested"
2f. Type of Jurisdicition *
?)
2g• Impact
area's
Crossing 1
Timber Matting
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W75
Yes
Both
0.060
(acres)
Crossing 2
Access Path
P
mland Hardwood Forest
ff
W23
Yes
Both
0.046
Embankment
(acres)
Crossing 2
Channel Protection 1p
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W23
Yes
Both
0.012
(acres)
Crossing 2
Access/Dewatering
T
fft-mland Hardwood Forest
W23
Yes
Both
0.037
(acres)
Crossing 3
Access Path
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W53
Yes
Both
0.011
Embankment
(acres)
Crossing 3
Channel Protection 1P
fftomland Hardwood Forest
W53
Yes
Both
0.010
(acres)
Crossing 3
Access/Dewatering
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W53
Yes
Both
0.017
(acres)
Crossing 4
Access
P
mland Hardwood Forest
ff
W52
Yes
Both
0(Ocres)
Embankmaent
Crossing 4
Channel Protection
P I
ottomland Hardwood Forest
W52
Yes
Both
0.002
(acres)
Crossing 4
Access/Dewatering
T
ffornland Hardwood Forest
W52
Yes
Both
0.014
(acres)
Crossing 5
Access Path
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W23
Yes
Both
0.032
Embankment
(acres)
Crossing 5
Channel Protection 1p
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W23
Yes
Both
0.014
(acres)
Crossing 5
Access/Dewater
T
Fttomland Hardwood Forest
W23
Yes
Both
0.032
(acres)
Crossing 6
Access
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W24
Yes
Both
0(OS s)
Embankmenth t
Crossing 6
Channel Protection
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest ��W24
Yes
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Both
0.005
(acres)
Crossing 6
Access/Dewatering
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W24
Yes
Both
0.033
(acres)
Crossing 7
Access
P
Fmiand Hardwood Forest
W29
Yes
Both
0(Oc70
Embankment
)
Crossing 7
Channel Protection
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W29
Yes
Both
0.011
(acres)
Crossing 7
Access/Dewatering
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W29
Yes
Both
0.035
(acres)
Crossing 8
Access Path
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W32
Yes
Both
0.043
Embankment
(acres)
Crossing 8
Channel Protection
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W32
Yes
Both
0.019
(acres)
Crossing 8
Access/Dewatering
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W32
Yes
Both
0.034
(acres)
Crossing 9
Access Path
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W31
Yes
Both
0.154
Embankment
(acres)
Crossing 9
Channel Protection
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W31
Yes
Both
0.016
(acres)
Crossing 9
Access/Dewatering
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W31
Yes
Both
0.041
(acres)
Crossing 10
Access
P
ffmiand Hardwood Forest
W33
Yes
Both
0(0 re
Embankment
)
Crossing 10
Channel Protection 1P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W33
Yes
Both
0.005
(acres)
Crossing 10
Access/Dewatering
T
Fttomland Hardwood Forest
W33
Yes
Both
0.007
(acres)
Crossing 11
Access
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W74
Yes
Both
0(a36
Embankment
)
Crossing 11
Channel Protection
P
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W74
Yes
Both
0.002
(acres)
Crossing 11
Access/Dewatering
T
Non -Tidal Freshwater Marsh
W74
Yes
Both
0.018
(acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.328
2g. Total Wetland Impact
1.019
2i. Comments:
3. Stream Impacts
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.691
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type*
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type*
3f. Type of
3g. S. width
3h. Impact
F
(?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S1
Crossing 1 Timber Matting
Temporary
Other
S45
Perennial
Both
67
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S2
Crossing 2 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S2
Perennial
Both
92
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S3
Crossing 2 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S2
Perennial
Both
21
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S4
Crossing 3 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S30
Perennial
Both
7
45
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S5
Crossing 3 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S30
Perennial
Both
10
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S6
Crossing 5 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S3
Perennial
Both
53
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S7
Crossing 5 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S3
Perennial
Both
Averege (feel)
(linear feet)
gg
Crossing 6 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S4
Perennial
Both
90
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S9
Crossing 6 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S4
Perennial
Both
15
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
�01
Crossing 7 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
SS
Perennial
Both
71
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
St1
Crossing 7 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S8
Perennial
Both
20
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S12
Crossing 8 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S9
Perennial
Both
47
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
S13
Crossing 8 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S9
Perennial
Both
31
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
St4
Crossing 9 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S9
Perennial
Both
12
63
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S15
Crossing 9 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S9
Perennial
Both
25
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
St6
Crossing 10 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S1
Perennial
Both
10
73
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S17
Crossing 10 Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
S1
Perennial
Both
30
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
�8�Crossing
12 Access Path
Permanent
Culvert
S51
Perennial
Both
14
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
ETemporary
S19
Crossing 12 Dewatering
Dewatering
S51
Perennial
Both
10
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
539
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
770
3j. Comments:
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
231
A cumulative additional 410.6 linear feet of "no loss" stream impacts are proposed to provide stream bed stabilization at the permanent stream
crossings. Stone stabilization will be keyed into the streambed, such that the existing streambed elevation will be matched, resulting in "no loss". These
no loss impacts include:
Crossing 2: 54 If
Crossing 3: 55 If
Crossing 5: 56 If
Crossing 6: 35 If
Crossing 7: 37 If
Crossing 8: 61 If
Crossing 9: 59 If
Crossing 10: 45 If
Crossing 12: 8.6 If
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation O
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
Impacts to streams and wetlands have been avoided and minimized by siting PV arrays and infrastructure around and outside of these features to the
greatest extent practicable through intentional layout and design. The proposed solar arrays and substation have been situated entirely within upland
areas and will utilize existing roads to the extent practicable for access; however, 12 access road crossings (one of which [Crossing 1] has been
changed to temporary only) will be necessary to improve or install, in order to facilitate access between the arrays for construction, to provide
connectivity throughout the proposed array layout, and provide emergency ingress/egress for emergency vehicles and personnel in the case of an
emergency. Impacts at the 12 proposed crossings were minimized by aligning the access path crossings across the streams/wetlands as close to
perpendicular as possible, utilizing existing farm and logging access locations where available, and aligning crossings at locations where jurisdictional
features are more narrow, where feasible. Additionally, the proposed in -line culverts will be buried to allow for the movement of aquatic species, and
additional culverts needed to accommodate anticipated high flows have been placed at higher elevations to eliminate additional stream impacts.
Embankment slopes have been designed to the maximum slope of 3:1 to minimize crossing widths. Riprap at the culvert inlets and outlets will be
installed to provide scour protection and stabilization and will be keyed into the stream bed and banks to ensure no net loss of aquatic function.
Additionally, Cherry Solar was able to drastically reduce impacts to jurisdictional features, as well as overall land use, by utilizing technical advances in
PV efficiency to reduce the overall facility footprint in coordination with the adjacent project, Oak Solar. Due to selecting optimally efficient PV system
components, the area of land required to implement the Project (in conjunction with Oak Solar) has been drastically reduced. The original project area
for Oak Solar and Cherry Solar, as was delineated and field reviewed together by USACE in 2020, was approximately 4,391 acres. The total land
needed for both projects has been coordinated and optimized to eliminate the need for approximately 1,112 acres, drastically minimizing stream and
wetland impacts.
Additionally, overhead power poles have been located in upland areas with overhead power lines spanning wetlands, and security fencing posts will be
driven into the ground when installed within wetland areas instead of utilizing concrete anchors/foundation.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Impacts to streams and wetlands within the project study area will be minimized to the extent practicable throughout the construction process by
avoiding these features with equipment, material staging, and access corridors whenever possible. All equipment staging areas have been located in
upland areas, and silt fencing will be installed around the permitted limits of disturbance to reduce downstream sedimentation and to help ensure all
equipment is located within the permitted areas. Sediment control measures will be used throughout construction to reduce construction stormwater
impacts to receiving waters and minimize runoff from the site. The construction and design teams have been active in their pursuit for the appropriate
burial depths and pipe configurations to avoid/minimize impacts to stream beds and maintain normal downstream flows.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
Yes No
2c. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply):
DWR Corps
2d. If yes, which mitigation option(s) will be used for this project?
Mitigation bank Payment to in -lieu fee program Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank
3a. Name of Mitigation Bank:
The Great Dismal Swamp Restoration Bank, LLC
3b. Credits Purchased/Requested (attach receipt and letter)
Type:
Quantity:
Non -riparian wetland
0.276
Riparian wetland
0.34
Stream
126
3c. Comments
Of the proposed crossings, we understand two of the twelve will require mitigation under NWP 14 and regional guidelines. Crossing 9 will have 0.17
acres of permanent riparian wetland impacts and 63 linear feet of permanent stream impacts. Crossing 11 would require 0.138 acres of permanent non -
riparian wetland impacts.
At a 2:1 mitigation ratio, the proposed impacts would require a purchase of 0.276 non -riparian wetland credits, 0.34 riparian credits, and 126 stream
credits.
The Great Dismal Swamp Restoration Bank has provided a letter of credit availability, verifying access to the required credits upon approval.
6. Buffer mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) - required by DWR
6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires buffer mitigation? If yes, you must fill out this entire form - please contact DWR for more information.
Yes No
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes No
If no, explain why:
The project is not located within a NC Riparian Buffer Protection watershed.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
Yes No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
Comments:
The project is located in an unincorporated area in Northampton County. Per NCDWR Post -Construction Stormwater Permitting Map, the stormwater authority is Northampton County. Any
necessary Stormwater Permits and Approvals will be secured prior to construction of the proposed project.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
O
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? *
Yes No
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
Yes No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? *
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
There are no foreseeable additional developments to the project. Each access path crossing related to Cherry Solar is a single and complete action and
is not anticipated to result in additional development in the area.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?
Yes No N/A
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?
Yes No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
Yes No Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
Yes No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
Yes No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
Yes No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
Yes No
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
Yes No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
The project assessed potential impacts to Endangered Species habitat utilizing U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service's IPaC database, 4D Determination for
northern long-eared bat (NLEB), North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNH), field data, and GIS resources.
This data was compiled into a Self -Certification package that was submitted to the USFWS - Raleigh Regional office in May of 2023. The Raleigh office
reviewed the package and had no comments. We are also in contact with USFWS regarding the upcoming guidance surrounding the Tri-Colored Bat up -
listing. To -date, no additional concerns or recommendations have been noted/requested.
Most recently, as of February 2, 2024, The USFWS IPAC tool lists only the NLEB as a potential threatened or endangered species.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?
USFWS IPaC database and GIS resources
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status? "
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources? *
The entirety of the Cherry Solar project area has undergone intensive onsite archaeological review utilizing the State Historic Preservation Office's
approved standards for shovel testing, pedestrian survey, and ground penetrating radar where necessary.
All identified potential cemeteries and areas that SHPO has deemed to have potential archaeological significance have been provided the appropriate
buffers or protections and will be avoided by the project. All avoidance/protection plans integrated into site planning have been approved by SHPO.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?"
Yes No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
FEMA NFHL V3.3 and topographic survey data
Miscellaneous
Please use the space below to attach all required documentation or any additional information you feel is helpful for application review. Documents should be combined into one file when
possible, with a Cover Letter, Table of Contents, and a Cover Sheet for each Section preferred.
Click the upload button or drag and drop files here to attach document
20230126_Cherry Solar 401 Pre -Filing Meeting Request Confirmation.pdf
512.67KB
1—Cherry Solar Phase C1_EC Plans Revised.pdf
27.28MB
1_Cherry Solar Phase C2_EC Plans Revised.pdf
26.86MB
01_2024-02-13_CHERRY SOLAR —Phase C3 Revised EC Plan.pdf
17.83MB
01_2024-02-14_CHERRY SOLAR —PHASE C4_Revised EC Plan.pdf
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1_2024-02-20_CHERRY SOLAR PHASE C5_Revised EC Plan.pdf
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1_2024-02-20_CHERRY SOLAR PHASE C6_Revised EC Plan.pdf
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1—CHERRY SOLAR PHASE C7-REVISED PLANS.pdf
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1—CHERRY SOLAR PHASE C8-REVISED PLANS.pdf
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01_2023-09-20_Oak Solar- Phase B Plans.pdf
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Cherry_PCN_ExhibitSet.pdf
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Comments
The attached exhibit set includes all pertinent data not provided within the application entry section. Cherry Solar, LLC is finalizing the transfer of land area from Oak Solar (PIN: 3050-48-
6937) to be added to the Cherry Solar footprint. This transfer is illustrated and described with the provided exhibits.
Currently, Cherry Phase B2 land disturbance area corresponds with the approved Oak Solar - Phase B Plans and associated NCG010000 Certificate of Coverage.
Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief'; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Nicholas Tillson
Signature
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Date
3/28/2024
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