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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20050234 Ver 1_Application_20050207fi~~o- ~a ~ p ~ ~~ .= o~~a23w~ ~.~ :~ . ~.~- STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION MICHAEL F. EASLEY GOVERNOR February 3, 2005 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Raleigh Regulatory Field Office 6508 Falls of the Neuse Road, Suite 120 Raleigh, NC 27609 LYNDO TIPPETT SECRETARY Q~c~~oe~~ FEB 7 - 2005 DENR -WATER QUALITY WETLANDS AND STORMyyATER BRANCH Attention: Mr. Eric Alsmeyer NCDOT Coordinator Subject: Secondary road improvements to SR 1506 (Currin Road) from SR 1507 (Brookston Road) to dead end in Vance County. WBS element 5.209111. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) proposes to upgrade and pave SR 1506 (Currin Road) from SR 1507 (Brookston Road) to dead end in Vance County (Figures 1-3). Total project length is 0.5 miles. Transportation and highway laws of North Carolina (G.S. 136-44.6, 136-44.7, 136-44.7A, 136-44.8, and 136-44.9) require the NCDOT to develop annual work programs for construction and maintenance of secondary roads. These general statutes specifically set forth requirements for annual construction and paving of existing unpaved roads. Paving of these roads is performed in priority order as established by the NCDOT for each unpaved road within a given county. This number is based on characteristics of each road, including number of homes, schools, churches, businesses, industries, recreational facilities, traffic counts, presence of school bus routes, and value as a thoroughfare. SR 1506 is scheduled to be paved in the 2004-2005 Secondary Roads Construction Program. Impacts to Waters of the United States Site 1 -Waters of US Construction at this site will impact an unnamed intermittent tributary to Fishing Creek (NCDENR-DWQ Index No. 28-79-(1), Best Usage Classification C NSW; HUC 03020102) (Figure 3) in the Tar-Pamlico River Basin. The existing structure that conveys the creek is a 24-inch reinforced concrete pipe (rcp) that is 40 feet long (see Photographs 1 and 2). This pipe will be replaced with a 48-inch rcp that is 60 feet long. Permanent impacts at the site associated with the longer pipe and minimal amounts of rip rap to protect the new structure include 36 linear feet existing channel impacted. The Site 1 work zone will be temporarily dewatered for approximately 5 days. This will involve the temporary placement of impervious dikes in the creek at the upstream and downstream limits of construction. Either Division 5, 2612 N. Duke Street, Durham, NC 27704 Phone: (919) 560-6081 Fax: (919) 560-3371 P~~~k,~Er~~T ~- C`~ ~ !r t yn' ~ `/ z sand bags or sheet piling will be used as an impervious dike. Once the stream has been dewatered, the replacement pipe will be installed. To maintain water flow during construction, water upstream of the impervious dike will be temporarily pumped out and conveyed around downstream of the impervious dike. Temporary concurrent impacts to the stream from this activity will result in dewatering 36 linear feet of stream. All materials used for the impervious dikes will be removed after construction. Riparian Buffer Impacts Site 1 -Buffers The construction at this site involves a road crossing of a stream that is subject to the Tar-Pamlico Riparian Buffer Rule. The unnamed intermittent tributary to Fishing Creek at Site 1 is depicted on the most recent version of the Middleburg (197011982) topographic quadrangle (Figure 1) as well as on the Soil Survey of Vance County (USDA-SCS, 1977) (Figure 2). The NCDOT proposes to install temporary erosion and sediment control devices in Zone 1 and Zone 2 of the riparian buffer. Specifically, temporary silt basins, temporary rock silt checks, rock pipe inlet sediment traps, and temporary silt fences will be used. The temporary structures will be removed once the vegetation has been established and then seeded with a seed mixture of fescue and Bahia grass Please note that the placement of these structures are within the 60 right-of--way width and their associated impacts are included within the project total of 1,611 ftl in Zone 1 and 842 ft2 in Zone 2 (totaling 36 linear feet of riparian buffer impacts outside the Existing Transportation Facility). Based on the impacts to the riparian buffer at this site, this crossing is EXEMPT. Waters of the U.S./Riparian Buffer Mitigation Avoidance: All wetlands and surface waters not affected by the project will be protected from unnecessary encroachment. No staging of construction equipment or storage of construction supplies will be allowed in wetlands or near surface waters. Minimization: The side slopes have been steepened to the extent possible at jurisdictional sites. Strict enforcement of sedimentation and erosion control Best Management Practices for the protection of wetlands and surface waters will be enforced during project construction. Continued coordination will occur with maintenance forces and the Environmental Officer during construction to minimize impacts to these sites. Compensatory Miti ag tion: Unavoidable impacts to 20 linear feet of stream (surface water fill) associated with this project will be mitigated (at a 2:1 ratio) by providing 40 linear feet of stream restoration equivalent in the Tar Pamlico River Basin (Hydrologic Cataloging Unit 03020102). All compensatory mitigation requirements will be assimilated on a quarterly basis and provided to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) for their acceptance with a copy provided to the USACE for verification and accounting purposes. 3 Protected Species Plants and animals with federal classifications of Endangered, Threatened, Proposed Endangered and Proposed Threatened are protected under provisions of Section 7 and Section 9 of the Endangered Species Act. As of January 29, 2003, the dwarf wedgemussel (Alasmidonta heterodon) and bald eagle (Haliaeetus lecicocephalus) are listed as federally protected species in Vance County. The UT to Fishing Creek at this site is intermittent and does not provide suitable habitat for mussel fauna. Cumin Road is not adjacent to nor is it surrounded by open water suitable of supporting foraging habitat for the bald eagle. Therefore, based on the lack of suitable habitat observed during the 06/22/04 and 11 /29/04 site visit, biological conclusions of No Effect have been rendered for each species. Historical Compliance This project has been screened by all pertinent parties to ensure historic compliance. Summary NCDOT proposes to upgrade and pave SR 1506 (Cumin Road) in Vance County. Impacts are proposed to Waters of the United States (surface water fill). Unavoidable impacts to 20 linear feet of stream associated with this project will be mitigated (at a 2:1 ratio) by providing 40 linear feet of stream restoration equivalent in the Tar Pamlico River Basin (Hydrologic Cataloging Unit 03020102). All compensatory mitigation requirements will be assimilated on a quarterly basis and provided to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) for their acceptance with a copy provided to the USACE for verification and accounting purposes. In addition impacts to the riparian buffers within the Tar-Pamlico River Basin are proposed. However, based on the impacts to the riparian buffer at this site, this crossing is EXEMPT. Application is hereby made for a Department of the Army Section 404 Nationwide Permit (NWP) 14, NWP 33, and NCDENR-DWQ Section 401 Water Quality Certification (WQC) No. 3404 and WQC No. 3366 for above-described activities. An automated payment procedure has recently been implemented between the NCDOT and NCDWQ. This procedure will enable the Division to apply for the 401 WQC without submitting a check for this permit application. This new procedure will provide payment to the NCDWQ by charging the permit application fee of $200.00 directly to the appropriate NCDOT WBS element 5.209111. Apre-construction notification is attached with this request. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Ms. Heather Montague at (919)560-6081. cerely, C,.~ on G. Nance, P.E. Division Engineer cc: Ms. Nicole Thomson, NCDWQ Mr. Clarence Thompson Mr. Steve Winstead, NCDOT Ms. Katie Simmons SR 1506 (Cumin Road) - Vance County Photograph 1. View upstream of inlet at Site 1. Photograph 2. View downstream from outlet at Site 1. T N HeB Wh WeE WeD (loins sheet 5) `NzD 1319 I A WeD j~ .. w ,- . WeD 371 i Eso od`R \ II ~ WeD p,Pg APB .We / APB ~` -~:•.LoE ~ APB ,? VaB~ We0 He8 ~~ .~ 3» ~ ~~ .~ :.WeD _ ~ O y ~ -\ w '1' e E W _ 1 ~o , ~ WeD ~ loE LoD~- LoE~ He8 ~p '\ 1 •' ;.. 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ETF __ _ __ _ __ __ __ 10 ft SW fill 1 O ~~ C EC EC ________________ ~___________\_____ C__EC_ EC____~ __________________________ ___________ ________________________________. t`~ O 7 \O N 8 ft ~ ~ ~rLyy~ rip rap C~ O \O _ N 1 N O 7 (D ~l O N ~ _ N Plac ement of impervious dike for dewatering ~- Site 1 -Construction Plan SR 1506 Currin Road Vance County Figure 3 1 "=3U' 01 /25/05 Office Use Only: Form Version May 2002 O~fl23~4 USACE Action ID No. DWQ No. (If any particular item is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not Applicable" or "N/A".) I. Processing Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project: ® Section 404 Permit ® Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules ^ Section 10 Permit ^ Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ ® 401 Water Quality Certification 2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested: NWP 14 and NWP 33 3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification is not required, check here: ^ 4. If payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP) is proposed for mitigation of impacts (verify availability with NCWRP prior to submittal of PCN), complete section VIII and check here: ^ 5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina's twenty coastal counties (listed on page 4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: ^ II. Applicant Information 1. Owner/Applicant Information Name: NCDOT Division 5. Jon G. Nance. P Mailing Address: 2612 N. Duke St. Durham NC 27704 Telephone Number: (919) 560-6851 Fax Number: (919) 560-3371 E-mail Address: JNance(r.~,dot.state.nc.us 2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.) Name: Company Affiliation: Mailing Address:_ Telephone Number:_ E-mail Address: Fax Number: Page 1 of 8 III. Project Information Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings, impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion, so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17-inch format; however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided. 1. Name of project: Proposed pipe replacement of a structure conveying unnamed tributary to Fishing Creek in association with upgrading_and paving SR 1506 (Curtin Road) in Vance County 2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only): Non-TIP and Non-Work Order Number 3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN) N/A 4. Location County: Vance Nearest Town: Henderson Subdivision name (include phase/lot number): N/A Directions to site (include road numbers, landmarks, etc.): From Henderson take Hwy 158 northeast to SR 1507 (Brookston Road). Make a right onto Brookston Road then left onto SR 1506 (Curtin RoadZ 5. Site coordinates, if available (UTM or Lat/Long): Site 1:36.3754°N, 78.3384°W _(Note - If project is linear, such as a road or utility line, attach a sheet that separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.) 6. Property size (acres): 3.6 acre (Project is 0.5 mi long) 7. Nearest body of water (stream/river/sound/ocean/lake): UT to Fishing Creek 8. River Basin: Tar Pamlico (Note -this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated major river basins. The River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.) 9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: Site is surrounded by agriculture land and residences. Page 2 of 8 10. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: Grade, drain, pave, and erosion control at SR 1506 (Currin Rd). The. NCDOT will also dewater the work zone during construction at the pipe replacement site. Equipment may include excavator, backhoe, bulldozer, grader, and crane. 11. Explain the purpose of the proposed work: The project is part of the secondary road paving program. The existing_~ravel roadway will be paved with asphalt. IV. Prior Project History If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this project (including all prior phases of the same subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include the USACE Action ID Number, DWQ Project Number, application date, and date permits and certifications were issued or withdrawn. Provide photocopies of previously issued permits, certifications or other useful information. Describe previously approved wetland, stream and buffer impacts, along with associated mitigation (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project, list and describe permits issued for prior segments of the same T.I.P. project, along with construction schedules. None that are known for NCDOT activities. V. Future Project Plans Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work, and provide justification for the exclusion of this work from the current application. No VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. The applicant must also provide justification for these impacts in Section VII below. All proposed impacts, permanent and temporary, must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on an accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial) must be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems. Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate. Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet. 1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts The project proposes to replace the existing structure Site 1. The NCDOT will also dewater the work zone during construction. 2. Individually list wetland impacts below: Wetland Impact Area of Located within Distance to Site Number Type of Impact* Impact 100-year Floodplain** Nearest Stream Type of Wetland*** (indicate on ma) (acres) (es/no) (linear feet) N/A Page 3 of 8 * List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: mechanized cleating, grading, till, excavation, tlooding, ditching/drainage, etc. For dams, separately list impacts due [o both structure and tlooding. ** 100-Year tloodplains are identified through [he Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM), or FEMA-approved local floodplain maps. Maps are available through the FEMA Map Service Center at 1-800-358-9616, or online at http:-%'w~~~w.fcma;,gov. *** List a wetland type that best describes wetland to be impacted (e.g., freshwater/saltwater marsh, forested wetland, beaver pond, Carolina Bay, bog, etc.) Indicate if wetland is isolated (determination of isolation to be made by USAGE only). List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property: NONE Total area of wetland impact proposed: NONE 3. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts below: Stream Impact Length of Impact Average Width Perennial or Site Number Type of Impact* (linear feet) Stream Name** of Stream Intermittent? (indicate on map) Before Im act (please specify) Pipe replacement 20 ft Rip rap along iJT 1 streambank for 16 ft 2.5 ft intermittent Fishing Creek stabilization only Temporary 36 ft (concurrent) Dewatering * List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: culverts and associated rip-rap, dams (separately list impacts due to both structure and flooding), relocation (include linear feet before and after, and net loss/gain), stabilization activities (cement wall, rip-rap, crib wall, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. If stream relocation is proposed, plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams must be included. ** Stream names can be found on USGS topographic maps. If a stream has no name, list as UT (unnamed tributary) to the nearest downstream named stream into which it flows. USGS maps are available through the USGS at 1-800-358-9616, or online at www.us~s.~ov. Several Internet sites also allow direct download and printing of USGS maps (e.g., www.topozune.com, www.mapqucst.com, etc.). Cumulative impacts (linear distance in feet) to all streams on site: Site 1:36 feet existing channel impacted (concurrent 36 feet temp impact from dewaterint;). 4. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic Ocean and any other water of the U.S.) below: Open Water Impact Area of Name of Waterbod y Type of Waterbody Site Number Type of Impact* Impact (if applicable) (lake, pond, estuary, sound, (indicate on ma) (acres) ba ,ocean, etc.) N/A List each impact separately and identify temporary impacts. Impacts include, but are not limited to: fill, excavation, dredging, tlooding, drainage, bulkheads, etc. 5. Pond Creation If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application. Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ^ uplands ^ stream ^ wetlands Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of draw-down valve or spillway, etc.): N/A Page 4 of 8 Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond, local stormwater requirement, etc.): N/A Size of watershed draining to pond: N/A Expected pond surface area: N/A VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization) Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It maybe useful to provide information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower-impact site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts. All surface waters not affected by construction will be~rotected from unnecessary encroachment during construction. Strict enforcement of Best Management Practices for the protection of surface waters will be enforced during construction. On1Y the smallest amount of fill necessary to complete the project will be placed in waters of the United States or protected riparian buffers. VIII. Mitigation DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial streams. USAGE - In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide Permits, published in the Federal Register on March 9, 2000, mitigation will be required when necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include, but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar functions and values, preferable in the same watershed. If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order for USAGE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application lacking a required mitigation plan or NCWRP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete. An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at http: //h2o. enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands/stnn~ide.httnl. 1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet) of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view, Page 5 of 8 preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach a separate sheet if more space is needed. 40 ft of stream restoration by payment in the Ecosystem Enhancement Program 2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Wetlands Restoration Program (NCWRP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCWRP at (919) 733-5208 to determine availability and to request written approval of mitigation prior to submittal of a PCN. For additional information regarding the application process for the NCWRP, check the NCWRP website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCWRP is proposed, please check the appropriate box on page three and provide the following information: Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet): N/A Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet): N/A Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A Amount ofNon-riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres): N/A IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ) Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land? Yes ® No ^ If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? Note: If you are not sure whether aNEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA coordinator at (919) 733-5083 to review current thresholds for environmental documentation. Yes ^ No If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? If so, please attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ^ No ^ X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ) It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein, and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the applicant's discretion. Will the project impact protected riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233 (Neuse), 15A NCAC 2B .0259 (Tar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 2B .0250 (Randleman Rules and Water Supply Buffer Requirements), or other (please identify )? Yes ® No ^ If you answered "yes", provide the following information: Page 6 of 8 Identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers. If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the buffer multipliers. Site 1 Zone* Impact Multiplier Required s uare feet) Miti ation 1 1611 3 N/A 2 842 1.5 N/A Total 2453 N/A * Zone I extends out 30 feet perpendicular from near bank of channel; Zone 2 extends an additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1. If buffer mitigation is required, please discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (i.e., Donation of Property, Conservation Easement, Riparian Buffer Restoration /Enhancement, Preservation or Payment into the Riparian Buffer Restoration Fund). Please attach all appropriate information as identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0242 or .0260. XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ) Describe impervious acreage (both existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from the property. Existing: 1.1 acre impervious surface (18 foot wide gravel road) of 3.6 acre total project size. Proposed: 1.2 acre impervious surface (proposed 20 foot wide asphalt paved road) of 3.6 acre total project size. The erosion control plan for this project is designed for 900 cubic feet of storage per acre. Erosion and sediment control devices along the protect are comprised of temporary silt basins, temporary rock silt checks, rock wipe inlet sediment traps, and temporary silt fences. XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ) Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non-discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility. The project will not s;enerate wastewater. XIII. Violations (required by DWQ) Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (1 SA NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules? Yes ^ No Is this an after-the-fact permit application? Yes ^ No Page 7 of 8 XIV. Other Circumstances (Optional): It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on work schedules (e.g., draw-down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control). l~T/A Applicant/A (Agent's signature is / I only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.) Page 8 of 8