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August 21, 2006
Mr. Alan W. Klimek. P.E.
Division of Water Quality
NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources
401 Oversight/Express Review Permits Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604
Re: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ #060002
Dear Mr. Klimek,
Enclosed please find a copy of the statement of record, which has been recorded
according to the requirements set forth in Deed Notifications, Condition number eight
(8), modified DWQ Authorization Certificate No. 3564 (NC 401 Water Quality
Certification).
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Rossie Corwon at
WRS Inc.
Sincerely,
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Rossie Corwon, P.E.
WRS Inc.
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WAKE COUNTY, NC GGS
LAURA N RIDDICK
REGISTER OF DEEDS
PRESENTED 8 RECORDED ON
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150 Fayetteville SL Mall, Sic. 570
Raleigh, NC 27601
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF WAKE
COMPLIANCE WITH WETLAND AND BUFFER REGULATIONS
In accordance with Title 15 A NCAC 2H.0500, the following DEED NOTIFICATION
shall be recorded in the Wake County Registry prior to the conveyance of the lots. Said
Deed Notification shall apply to name of subdivision, lot numbers in Wake County,
North Carolina as shown on that certain plat for the "Shoppes at Holly Springs" prepared
for Holly Springs Retail Investment L.L.C., by Freeland & Associates, Inc., dated
1-14.2 aa5 .2ur:6. DAi a of tas ? Rev tston t G 41-d 000
"A portion of this lot has been determined to meet the requirements for designation as a
wetland, stream or protected stream buffer. Any subsequent fill or alteration of this area
shall conform to the requirements of the state rules adopted by the State of North
Carolina in force at the time of the proposed alteration. The intent of this provision is to
prevent additional wetland, stream or buffer filling or draining, so the property owner
should not assume that a future application for filling or draining would be approved. The
property owner shall report the name of the subdivision in any application pertaining to
said rules. This covenant is intended to ensure continued compliance with all rules
adopted by the State of North Carolina and therefore the State of North Carolina may
enforce benefits. This covenant is to run with the land and shall be binding on all Parties
and all persons claiming under them".
[SIGNATURE ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned has executed this tnstnunent as of the 11
day of jjj 2006.
Holly Springs Retail Investment, L.L.C., a
South Carolina limited liability company
By: WRS Inc., a South Carolina
co omtton, its manager
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Name:
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Telephone: [phone]
STATE OF SOUTH CAROLINA )
COUNTY OF AIKEN
1, Susan L. Hogue. a Notary Public of the County and State aforesaid, certify that
Arthur J. Kepes, either being personally known to me or proven by satisfactory evidence,
personally came before me this day and acknowledged that he is Vice President or WRS
Inc., a South Carolina corporation, the Manager of Holly Springs Retail Investment,
L.L.C., a South Carolina limited liability company, and that he, as Vice President being
authorized to do so, voluntarily executed the foregoing on behalf of said corporation and
limited liability company for the purposes stated therein.
Witness by hand and official seal, this the -4t day of
2006.
NOTAR}-\?t-, y commission
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The foregoing certificate of Susan L. Hogue is certified to be correct. This DEED OF
NOTIFICATION and this certificate are duly registered at the date and umc and in the
book and page shown on the first page hereof.
Register of Deeds for Wake County
By:
Dcputy/Assistant

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Icllow probate sheet is a vital part of your recorded document.
Please retain with original document and submit for rerecordinL.
Wake County Register of Deeds
WAKE Laura M. Riddick
couNTV Register of Deeds
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RECEIPT
July 20, 2006
DWQ#: 06-0002
COE#: 200620291
RSK Investments, LLC
P O Box 7339
Aiken, SC 29804
Project: Holly Springs Retail Site / WRS County: Wake
The North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NC EEP) has received a check in the amount of $13,924.00, check
number 3233, as payment for the compensatory mitigation requirements of the 401 Water Quality Certification and/or US
Army Corps of Engineers 404 and/or Division of Coastal Management CANIA permit(s) issued for the above referenced
project. This receipt serves as notification that the compensatory mitigation requirements accepted by NC EEP for this
project have been satisfied. Please note that you must also comply with all other conditions of the certification/permit(s)
including any additional mitigation conditions not accepted by NC EEP and any other state, federal or local government
permits or authorization associated with this activity.
The NC EEP, by acceptance of this payment, acknowledges that the NC EEP is responsible and agrees to provide the
compensatory mitigation requirements as indicated in the table below. The mitigation will be performed in accordance with
the Memorandum of Understanding between the NC Department of Environment and Natural Resources and the US Army
Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998.

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Please note that a payment made to the Ecosystem Enhancement Program is not reimbursable unless a request for
reimbursement is received within 12 months of the date of the receipt. Any such request must also be accompanied by letters
from the permitting agencies stating that the permit and/or authorization have been rescinded.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact David Robinson at [phone].
cc: Cyndi Karoly, Wetlands/401 Unit
Monte Matthews, USACE-Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ-Raleigh
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July 17, 2006
DWQ9: 06-0002
COE#: 200620291
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2631 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29803
Project: Holly Springs Retail Site
County: Wake
You have elected to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirements of the Section 401/404 permit issued for the above reference
project through payment of a fee to the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP). In accordance with 15A NCAC
2H.0500, your fee has been calculated as follows (Please note: payment of wetlands is calculated in increments of 0.25 acres). If you
have any questions concerning this payment, please call David Robinson at 919-715-2228.
Riparian Wetlands
Non-Riparian Wetlands
Saltwater Wetland
Stream
Buffer -Zone 1
Buffer - Zone 2
Total amount due
0 acres
1.0 acres
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X $ 13,924.00
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X $ 232.00
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Please mail a check payable to NCEEP for the total amount to the address below, and enclose a copy of this invoice.
NC DENR Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1652
Please note that a payment made to NCEEP is not reimbursable unless a request for reimbursement is received within 12 months of
the date of the receipt. Any such request must be accompanied by letters from the permitting agencies stating that the permit and/or
authorization have been rescinded. If the payment check's account name is not the same as the permit holder's name please include a
signed statement that the check is being written on behalf of, and with full knowledge of, the permit holder.
YOU MUST BE IN POSSESSION OF THE PAYMENT RECEIPT FROM NCEEP
PRIOR TO COMMENCING THE ACTIVITIES AUTHORIZED BY THE DEPARTMENT
OF ARMY 404 PERMIT AND/OR THE 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION.
cc: Cyndi Karoly, Wetlands/401 Unit
Monte Matthews, USACE-Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ-Raleigh
Melanie McKinney, S&ME-Greensboro (fax)
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July 13, 2006
D WQ#: 06-0002
COE#: n/a
Mr. Art Kepes
WRS, Inc.
2631 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29803
Project: Holly Springs Retail Site County: Wake
You have elected to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirements of the Section 401/404 permit issued for the above
reference project through payment of a fee to the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program. In accordance with 15A
NCAC 2H.0500, your fee has been calculated as follows (Please note: payment of wetlands is calculated in increments of
0.25 acres). If you have any questions concerning this payment, please call David Robinson at 919-715-2228.
Riparian Wetlands 0 acres x $ 26,246.00 = $
Non-Riparian Wetlands 0.75 acres x S 13,123.00 = $ 9,842.25
Saltwater Wetland 0 acres x $131,230.00 = $
Stream 0 linear feet x S 219.00 = S
Buffer -Zone 1 0 square feet x S .96 = $
Buffer- Zone 2 0 square feet x S .96 = $
Total amount of payment S9,842.25
Please mail a copy of this invoice with a check made payable to: NC DENR Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1652
Please call 919-715-2228 for an overnight mailing address or for an appointment to hand deliver the payment.
Please note that a payment made to the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program is not reimbursable unless a request for
reimbursement is received within 12 months of the date of the receipt. Any such request must be accompanied by letters
from the permitting agencies stating that the permit and/or authorization have been rescinded.
YOU MUST BE IN POSSESSION OF THE PAYMENT RECEIPT FROM THE NC ECOSYSTEM
ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM PROIR TO COMMENCING THE ACTIVITIES AUTHORIZED BY THE
DEPARTMENT OF ARMY PERMIT AND/OR THE 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION.
cc: cc: Cyndi Karoly, Wetlands/401 Unit
Monte Matthews, USACE-Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ-Raleigh
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May 16, 2006
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29804
RE: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ 406002, USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
Dear Mr. Price:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Recent a-mails and phone conversations with Melanie McKinney of S&ME brought forth WRS, Inc's interest in
removing the on-site wetland creation as part of the mitigation requirement, and solely accounting for the credits
with payment to EEP. DWQ does not require mitigation for the 0.31 acres of wetland impact, so this mitigation
allowance will apply only to the Army Corps of Eligineers.
However, DWQ's approval of the 401 Water Quality Certification was issued based on the on-site wetland
creation being part of the storm water management plan. The created wetland must still be constructed as part of
the stormwater management or an alternative design must be submitted. "A final, written stormwater
management plan (including a signe and notarized Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in
writing by this Office before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur." as stated in Condition I 1 of
the Approval letter dated March 13, 2006. This condition addresses what components must be included in the
plan and it addresses special conditions required for Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW).
This letter in no way responds to the current request for modification that our office has on file. Tile modification
request will be processed once our office has received the complete package for that modification request.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us. If you have any questions concerning Stormwater
Management plans you may contact Sam Aghimien at [phone].
Cc: Melanie McKinney, S&ME, Inc. 3718 Old
Monte Matthews, USACOE, Raleigh Regu
USACOE- Wilmington District
Eric Kulz, DWQ-RRO
File Copy
Central Files
401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting U;jit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone [phone] / Fax [phone]
Internet: http://wNvw.ncwatcrquality.org
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
June 27, 2006
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29804
Re: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ 4060002; USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and AUTHORIZATION CERTIFICATE
per the Neuse River Buffer Protection Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0233) with Additional
Conditions-MODIFICATION
Dear Mr. Price:
Attached hereto is a copy of the modified Certification No. 3564 issued to Mr. Jim Price of
WRS, Inc., dated June 27, 2006. This letter shall also act as your approved Authorization
Certificate for impacts to the protected riparian buffers per 15A NCAC 213 .0233. In addition,
you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project
including (but not limited to) Solid Waste, Sediment and Erosion Control, Stormwater, Dam
Safety, Non-discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
C1r"-'A , /?
Altl?h W. Klimek, P.E.
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Attachments: NCDWQ Summary of Permanent Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
Certificate of Completion
cc: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
Wilmington District, USACOE
Eric Kulz, DWQ, Raleigh Regional Office
DLR Raleigh Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
S&ME, Inc., 3718 Old Battleground Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Filename: 060002HollySpringsRetailSite(Walie)401_IC MOD2
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Carolina
401 Oversight/Express Review Permits Unit
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1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] /FAX [phone] / Internet http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands
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June 27, 2006
NORTH CAROLINA 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION
THIS CERTIFICATION is issued in conformity with the requirements of Section 401 Public
Laws 92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and subject to the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) Regulations in 15 NCAC 2H, Section.0500 to Mr. Jim Price of the WRS, Inc., to
fill 0.31 acres of jurisdictional wetland and 5.4 acres of open water pond the Neuse River Basin,
associated with the construction of the Holly Springs Retail Site located on the south and east side
of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Holly Springs, Wake County, North Carolina,
pursuant to an application filed by Public Notice by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the 11''
day of January of 2006 (received by DWQ on January 17, 2006), and in additional correspondence
received November 29, 2005, March 3, 2006, March 7, 2006 and April 17, 2006.
The application and supporting documentation provides adequate assurance that the proposed
work will not result in a violation of applicable Water Quality Standards and discharge
guidelines. Therefore, the State of North Carolina certifies that this activity will not violate the
applicable portions of Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of PL 92-500 and PL 95-217 if
conducted in accordance with the application, the supporting documentation, and conditions
hereinafter set forth.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design submitted in the application materials and
as described in the Public Notice. If the project is changed, prior to notification a new
application for a new Certification is required. If the property is sold, the new owner must be
given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying
with all conditions of this Certification. Any new owner must notify the Division and request the
Certification be issued in their name. Should wetland or stream fill be requested in the future,
additional compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6)
and (7). If any plan revisions from the approved site plan result in a change in stream or wetland
impact or an increase in impervious surfaces, the DWQ shall be notified in writing and a new
application for 401 Certification may be required. For this approval to be valid, compliance with
the conditions listed below is required. This certification replaces the previous certification
that was issued to you on March 13, 2006 and the modification that ivas issued June 22, 2006.
Conditions of Certification:
1. Impacts Approved
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and
general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other
impacts are approved including incidental impacts:
Amount Approved
nits Plan Location or Reference
404/CAMA Wetlands 0.31 acres PN and Construction Plans
Open water and 5.4 acres PN and Construction Plans
WRS, Inc.
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June 27, 2006
Sediment and Erosion Control:
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications
governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best
Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed,
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the
North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual.
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion
control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified
in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and
waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits
associated with the project.
c. Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control
measures and stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
3. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas
beyond the footprint of the impacts'depicted in the 404/401 Permit Application. All
construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of
sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no
violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur;
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the
maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in
wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored
within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project;
5. Protective Fencing - The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the
construction corridor within these boundaries approved under this authorization shall be
clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or similar high visibility material) for the
areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer, wetland or water prior to any
land disturbing activities to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 213 .0233 and GC 3404;
Continuing Compliance:
6. Mr. Jim Price and the WRS, Inc., shall conduct construction activities in a manner
consistent with State water quality standards (including any requirements resulting from
compliance with section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act) and any other appropriate
requirements of State law and federal law. If the Division determines that such standards
or laws are not being met (including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use) or
that State or federal law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to
assure compliance, the Division may reevaluate and modify this Certification to include
conditions appropriate to assure compliance with such standards and requirements in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0507(d). Before modifying the Certification, the
Division shall notify Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC and the US Army Corps of
WRS, Inc.
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June 27, 2006
Engineers, provide public notice in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0503 and provide
opportunity for public hearing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0504. Any new or
revised conditions shall be provided to Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC in
writing, shall be provided to the United States Army Corps of Engineers for reference in
any Permit issued pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and shall also become
conditions of the 404 Permit for the project;
tion:
Mitigation:
7. Compensatory Mitigation Using the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP)
Mitigation must be provided for the proposed impacts as specified in the table below. We
understand that you wish to make a payment to the Wetlands Restoration Fund
administered by the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) to meet this mitigation
requirement. This has been determined by the DWQ to be a suitable method to meet the
mitigation requirement. Until the EEP receives and clears your check (made payable to:
DENR - Ecosystem Enhancement Program Office), no impacts specified in this
Authorization Certificate shall occur. The EEP should be contacted at [phone] if
you have any questions concerning payment into a restoration fund. You have 30 days
from the date of the purchase of this property, to make this payment. For accounting
purposes, this Authorization Certificate authorizes payment into the Wetlands
Restoration Fund to meet the following compensatory mitigation requirement:
Compensatory Mitigation
Required minimum River and Sub-basin Number
404/LAMA Wetland 0.31 acres Neuse/03020201
Deed Notifications:
8. Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all lots with remaining
jurisdictional wetlands and waters or areas within 50 feet of all streams and ponds. These
mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days from the date of purchase of the
property. A sample deed notification format can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands
Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands . DWQ shall be sent copies of all
deed restrictions applied to these lots;
Written Stormwater Mana-ement Plan (Final Plan Needed
9. Written Stormwater Management Plan
A final, written stormwater management plan (including a signed and notarized
Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in writing by this Office
before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur. The stormwater management
plan must include worksheets, plans and specifications for stormwater management
facilities that are appropriate for surface waters classified as Class C and designed to
WRS, Inc.
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June 27, 2006
remove 85% TSS according to the most recent version of the NC DENR Stormwater Best
Management Practices Manual. These facilities must be designed to treat the runoff from
the entire project, unless otherwise explicitly approved by the Division of Water Quality.
Also, before any permanent building is occupied at the subject site, the facilities (as
approved by this Office) shall be constructed and operational, and the stormwater
management plan (as approved by this Office) shall be implemented. The structural
stormwater practices as approved by this Office as well as drainage patterns must be
maintained in perpetuity. No changes to the structural stormwater practices shall be made
without written authorization from the Division of Water Quality.
Site-specific stormwater management shall be designed to remove 85% TSS according to
the latest version of DWQ's Stormwater Best Management Practices manual at a
minimum. Additionally, in watersheds within one mile and draining to 303(d) listed
waters, as well as watersheds that are classified as nutrient sensitive waters (NSW), water
supply waters (WS), trout waters (Tr), high quality waters (HQW), and outstanding
resource waters (ORW), the Division shall require that extended detention wetlands, bio-
retention areas, and ponds followed by forested filter strips (designed according to latest
version of the NCDENR Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual) be constructed
as part of the stormwater management plan when a site-specific stormwater management
plan is required.
For streams classified as Water Supply, High Quality Waters and Outstanding Resource
Waters, post-construction, on-site stormwater management shall be required as
appropriate and as outlined in 15A NCAC 2B .0104(m) and 2H. 1000 to .1007,
respectively, in addition to that required in this General Certification.
Alternative designs may be requested by the applicant and will be reviewed on a case-by-
case basis by the Division of Water Quality.
Approval of stormwater management plans by the Division of Water Quality's other
existing state stormwater programs including appropriate local programs are sufficient to
satisfy this Condition as long as the stormwater management plans meet or exceed the
design requirements specified in this condition. This condition applies unless more
stringent requirements are in effect from other state water quality programs.
10. Construction Stormwater Permit NCGO10000
Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division
of Land Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control
program, an NPDES General stormwater permit (NCGO10000) administered by DWQ is
automatically issued to the project. This General Permit allows stormwater to be
discharged during land disturbing construction activities as stipulated by conditions in the
permit. If your project is covered by this permit [applicable to construction projects that
disturb one (1) or more acres], full compliance with permit conditions including the
sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting requirements
are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at
httn: //h2o. enr. state. nc u s/su/Forins Document s htm. ;
WRS, Inc.
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June 27, 2006
11. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or
applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to
return the attached certificate of completion to the 401 Oversight/Express Review
Permitting Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650.
Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters
as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
If this Certification is unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon
written request within sixty (60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be
in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General
Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification, you have the
right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty (60) days
following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made, this Certification shall be
final and binding.
This is the 27nd day of June 2006
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
P Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
WAT?9pG
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29804
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
June 22, 2006
Re: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ #060002; USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and AUTHORIZATION CERTIFICATE
per the Neuse River Buffer Protection Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0233) with Additional
Conditions-MODIFICATION
Dear Mr. Price:
Attached hereto is a copy of the modified Certification No. 3564 issued to Mr. Jim Price of
WRS, Inc., dated June 22, 2006. This letter shall also act as your approved Authorization
Certificate for impacts to the protected riparian buffers per 15A NCAC 2B .0233. In addition,
you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project
including (but not limited to) Solid Waste, Sediment and Erosion Control, Stormwater, Dam
Safety, Non-discharge and Water Supply Watershed regulations.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely, / l
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Attachments: NCDWQ Summary of Permanent Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
Certificate of Completion
cc: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
Wilmington District, USACOE
Eric Kulz, DWQ, Raleigh Regional Office
DLR Raleigh Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
S&ME, Inc., 3718 Old Battleground Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Filename: 060002HollySpringsRetailSite(Wake)401_IC MOD
401 Oversight/Express Review Permits Unit N - Carolina
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650 N"flma«J
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] /FAX [phone] / Internet.' htto7//h2o.enr.state. nc us/ncvvetlands
An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer-
WRS, Inc.
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June 22, 2006
NORTH CAROLINA 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION
THIS CERTIFICATION is issued in conformity with the requirements of Section 401 Public
Laws 92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and subject to the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) Regulations in 15 NCAC 2H, Section.0500 to Mr. Jim Price of the WRS, Inc., to
fill 0.31 acres of jurisdictional wetland and 5.4 acres of open water pond the Neuse River Basin,
associated with the construction of the Holly Springs Retail Site located on the south and east side
of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Holly Springs, Wake County, North Carolina,
pursuant to an application filed by Public Notice by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the I Vh
day of January of 2006 (received by DWQ on January 17, 2006), and in additional correspondence
received November 29, 2005, March 3, 2006, March 7, 2006 and April 17, 2006.
The application and supporting documentation provides adequate assurance that the proposed
work will not result in a violation of applicable Water Quality Standards and discharge
guidelines. Therefore, the State of North Carolina certifies that this activity will not violate the
applicable portions of Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of PL 92-500 and PL 95-217 if
conducted in accordance with the application, the supporting documentation, and conditions
hereinafter set forth.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design submitted in the application materials and
as described in the Public Notice. If the project is changed, prior to notification a new
application for a new Certification is required. If the property is sold, the new owner must be
given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying
with all conditions of this Certification. Any new owner must notify the Division and request the
Certification be issued in their name. Should wetland or stream fill be requested in the future,
additional compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H.0506 (h) (6)
and (7). If any plan revisions from the approved site plan result in a change in stream or wetland
impact or an increase in impervious surfaces, the DWQ shall be notified in writing and a new
application for 401 Certification may be required. For this approval to be valid, compliance with
the conditions listed below is required. This certification replaces the previous certification
that was issued to you on March 13, 2006.
Conditions of Certification:
1. Impacts Approved
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and
general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other
impacts are approved including incidental impacts:
Amount Approved Location or Reference
Units
404/CAMA Wetlands 0.31 acres d Construction Plans
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Open water and 5.4 acres PNand
Construction Plans
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June 22, 2006
Sediment and Erosion Control:
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full compliance with all specifications
governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best
Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed,
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the
North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual.
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion
control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified
in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and
waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits
associated with the project.
c. Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control
measures and stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
3. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas
beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the 404/401 Permit Application. All
construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of
sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no
violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur;
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the
maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in
wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored
within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project;
5. Protective Fencing - The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the
construction corridor within these boundaries approved under this authorization shall be
clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or similar high visibility material) for the
areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer, wetland or water prior to any
land disturbing activities to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 2B .0233 and GC 3404;
Continuing Compliance:
6. Mr. Jim Price and the WRS, Inc., shall conduct construction activities in a manner
consistent with State water quality standards (including any requirements resulting from
compliance with section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act) and any other appropriate
requirements of State law and federal law. If the Division determines that such standards
or laws are not being met (including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use) or
that State or federal law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to
assure compliance, the Division may reevaluate and modify this Certification to include
conditions appropriate to assure compliance with such standards and requirements in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0507(d). Before modifying the Certification, the
Division shall notify Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC and the US Army Corps of
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June 22, 2006
Engineers, provide public notice in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0503 and provide
opportunity for public hearing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0504. Any new or
revised conditions shall be provided to Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC in
writing, shall be provided to the United States Army Corps of Engineers for reference in
any Permit issued pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and shall also become
conditions of the 404 Permit for the project;
Miti a tion:
7. Compensatory Mitigation Using the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP)
Mitigation must be provided for the proposed impacts as specified in the table below. We
understand that you wish to make a payment to the Wetlands Restoration Fund
administered by the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) to meet this mitigation
requirement. This has been determined by the DWQ to be a suitable method to meet the
mitigation requirement. Until the EEP receives and clears your check (made payable to:
DENR - Ecosystem Enhancement Program Office), no impacts specified in this
Authorization Certificate shall occur. The EEP should be contacted at [phone] if
you have any questions concerning payment into a restoration fund. You have 30 days
from the date of the purchase of this property, to make this payment. For accounting
purposes, this Authorization Certificate authorizes payment into the Wetlands
Restoration Fund to meet the following compensatory mitigation requirement:
Compensatory Mitigation
Required minimum River and Sub-basin Number
404/LAMA Wetland 0.31 acres Neuse/03020201
Planting Plan, and Monitoring and Maintenance For On-site Created Wetland:
8. Planting Plan -
A creation plan and monitoring plan must be approved prior to construction of the
proposed created wetland. The monitoring plan must show well location, size, number,
and location of vegetation plots and type of data to be collected during the growing
season (include percent bare ground). In addition to the above, you must also address
success criteria, which is 12.5 percent demonstrated hydrology, and 50 percent vegetative
cover or 75 percent survivability. The created wetland must be monitored for 5 years.
The DWQ does not allow early completion. Monitoring wells must be placed in elevated
areas of the site. Finally, the planting plan should include a primary wetland species (e.g.
Sagittaria latifolia or Scirpus sp.). This Plan must be submitted to the DWQ within 60
days of the date of this 401 Water Quality Certification approval.
Wetland Monitoring Plan -
Physical monitoring of wetlands is required annually as a condition of this Certification.
If wetland impacts are determined to have occurred (these impacts may include
indications of instability, eroding, sloughing, subsidence, collapse, and/or removal of the
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June 22, 2006
hydrology) the owner or authorized agent shall notify the NCDWQ Raleigh Regional
Office in writing. This notification shall be sent to the Regional Office within 24 hrs of
first knowledge of these impacts or the first business day thereafter and shall include a
detailed explanation of the nature of the problem.
Physical monitoring of wetlands for instability, eroding, sloughing, subsidence, collapse,
and/or removal of the hydrology of wetlands (monitoring frequency- annual). This
monitoring may be accomplished by visual inspection of the wetland areas while
conducting well maintenance efforts.
Wells required by this Certification must be properly installed and properly maintained
for 5 years after the Division of Land Resources releases the site unless otherwise
approved in writing by NCDWQ.
All well data must be provided annually to DWQ along with a written account of the
hydrological status of the wetlands on the tract (by June 1 of each year).
At a minimum, daily water table levels must be recorded from all wells and daily rainfall
must be collected by the monitoring gages and rain gages (this data must be collected and
available for NCDWQ review). At a minimum, monthly datalogger downloads, well and
well site inspections/maintenance must occur for the monitoring duration depicted in
conditions of this certification. Initiation of data collection (including well and rainfall
data) must begin prior to impacts of wetlands once the construction of the wetland is
completed. This Plan must be submitted to Raleigh Regional Office within 60 days for
Division of Water Quality approval.
Deed Notifications:
9. Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all lots with remaining
jurisdictional wetlands and waters or areas within 50 feet of all streams and ponds. These
mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days from the date of purchase of the
property. A sample deed notification format can be downloaded from the 401 /Wetlands
Unit web site at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands . DWQ shall be sent copies of all
deed restrictions applied to these lots;
Written Stormwater Management Plan (Final Plan Needed
10. Written Stormwater Management Plan
A final, written stormwater management plan (including a signed and notarized
Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in writing by this Office
before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur. The stormwater management
plan must include worksheets, plans and specifications for stormwater management
facilities that are appropriate for surface waters classified as Class C and designed to
remove 85% TSS according to the most recent version of the NC DENR Stormwater Best
Management Practices Manual. These facilities must be designed to treat the runoff from
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June 22, 2006
the entire project, unless otherwise explicitly approved by the Division of Water Quality.
Also, before any permanent building is occupied at the subject site, the facilities (as
approved by this Office) shall be constructed and operational, and the stormwater
management plan (as approved by this Office) shall be implemented. The structural
stormwater practices as approved by this Office as well as drainage patterns must be
maintained in perpetuity. No changes to the structural stormwater practices shall be made
without written authorization from the Division of Water Quality.
Site-specific stormwater management shall be designed to remove 85% TSS according to
the latest version of DWQ's Stormwater Best Management Practices manual at a
minimum. Additionally, in watersheds within one mile and draining to 303(d) listed
waters, as well as watersheds that are classified as nutrient sensitive waters (NSW), water
supply waters (WS), trout waters (Tr), high quality waters (HQW), and outstanding
resource waters (ORW), the Division shall require that extended detention wetlands, bio-
retention areas, and ponds followed by forested filter strips (designed according to latest
version of the NCDENR Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual) be constructed
as part of the stormwater management plan when a site-specific stormwater management
plan is required.
For streams classified as Water Supply, High Quality Waters and Outstanding Resource
Waters, post-construction, on-site stormwater management shall be required as
appropriate and as outlined in 15A NCAC 2B .0104(m) and 2H. 1000 to .1007,
respectively, in addition to that required in this General Certification.
Alternative designs may be requested by the applicant and will be reviewed on a case-by-
case basis by the Division of Water Quality.
Approval of stormwater management plans by the Division of Water Quality's other
existing state stormwater programs including appropriate local programs are sufficient to
satisfy this Condition as long as the stormwater management plans meet or exceed the
design requirements specified in this condition. This condition applies unless more
stringent requirements are in effect from other-state water quality programs.
11. Construction Stormwater Permit NCGO10000
Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division
of Land Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control
program, an NPDES General stormwater permit (NCGO10000) administered by DWQ is
automatically issued to the project. This General Permit allows stormwater to be
discharged during land disturbing construction activities as stipulated by conditions in the
permit. If your project is covered by this permit [applicable to construction projects that
disturb one (1) or more acres], full compliance with permit conditions including the
sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting requirements
are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at
http: //h2o. enr. state. nc. uslvulForiiis Documents htm. ;
12. Certificate of Completion
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June 22, 2006
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or
applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to
return the attached certificate of completion to the 401 Oversight/Express Review
Permitting Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1650.
Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters
as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
If this Certification is unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon
written request within sixty (60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be
in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General
Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification, you have the
right to-an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty (60) days
following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made, this Certification shall be
final and binding.
This is the 22°d day of June 2006
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401 Water Quality Certification
Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500, WRS, Inc. has permission as outlined below to impact 0.31 acres of
wetlands and 5.4 acres of an open water pond for the purpose(s) of constructing the proposed Holly Springs Retail
Site located on the south and east side of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Wake County. All activities
associated with these authorized impacts must be conducted with the conditions listed in the attached Permit
transmittal letter. THIS PERMIT IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE ATTACHMENTS.
COMPENSATORY MITIGATION REQUIREMENTS, ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
LOCATION: Holly Springs, NC
COUNTY Wake
BASIN/ SUB BASIN Neuse/03020201
As required by 15A NCAC 2H.0500, and the conditions of this Permit, you are required to compensate for the above
impacts through the restoration, creation, enhancement or preservation of wetlands and surface waters as outlined
below prior to conducting any activities that impact or degrade the waters of the state.
Note: Acreage requirements proposed to be mitigated through the Ecosystem Enhancement Program must be
rounded to one-quarter acre increments and linear foot requirements must be rounded up to the nearest foot
according to 15 2R.0503(b).
Impacts Mitigation
0.31 Acres of Class WL wetland 0.62 Acres of Class WL wetland
In correspondence dated November 23, 2005, the EEP indicated that impacts up to 0.50 acres would mitigated by
EEP if necessary for the 401 Water Quality Certification and 404 Permit. The final mitigation ratio is to be
determined by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers within the 404 Permit, but this must include a minimum of 0.31
acres of mitigation by the EEP.
One of the options you have available to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirement is through the payment of
a fee to the Wetlands Restoration Fund per NCAC 2R.0503. If you choose this option, please sign this form and
mail the form along with a copy of your 401 Certification or Buffer Approval to the Ecosystem Enhancement
Program at the address below. An invoice for the appropriate amount of payment will be sent to you upon receipt of
this form. PLEASE NOTE, THE ABOVE IMPACTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED UNTIL YOU RECEIVE
NOTIFICATION THAT YOUR PAYMENT HAS BEEN PROCESSED BY THE ECOSYTEM ENHANCMENT
PROGRAM.
Signature Date
ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
1652 Mail Service Center
RALEIGH, N.C. 27699-1652
[phone]
Fil cname: 060002 Hol IyS pringsRetailS ite(W ake)401_IC_EEPMOD
None Carolina
401 Oversight(Express Review Permits Unit ? ithCarollin
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone]/ FAX [phone] / Intemet http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands

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April 14, 2006
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401 /Wetlands Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Attention: Ms. Cyndi Karoly

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DENR-W IEllQUALITY
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Reference: Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification
Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ #060002; USACE Action ID No. 200620291
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Ms. Karoly:
S&ME would like to submit on behalf of WRS, Inc. a request for a modification to the 401 Water
Quality Certification DWQ#060002, dated March 13, 2006, for the Holly Springs Retail Site, in
Wake County, North Carolina. Please find attached a copy of the 404 Individual Permit
Application that was submitted on December 20, 2005. Included in this letter are responses to
Conditions of the Certification and requests for modifications.
Compensatory Mitigation Using the EEP Program
Based on a phone conversation between Melanie McKinney with S&ME, Inc. and Monte
Matthews with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Raleigh Regulatory Field Office on
April 3, 2006, it is our understanding that the USACE will accept payment into the North Carolina
Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) for impacts to 0.31 acre of wetlands at a ratio of 2:1 for
non-riparian wetlands. S&ME confinned this ratio with NCDWQ representative Ian McMillan,
during an April 3, 2006 phone conversation. We propose that the 401 Certification be revised to
reflect these changes.
SWE, Inc. [phone]
3718 Old Battleground Road [phone] fax
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 [phone]

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Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Holly Springs Retail Site, DWQ#060002 April 14, 2006
A letter Request for Changes in Wetland Credits is attached and was submitted to David Robinson
with EEP on April 6, 2006. S&ME has not received a letter response from EEP to date. A
response from EEP will be forwarded to NCDWQ upon receipt.
S&ME would like to request on behalf of WRS, Inc., that the time frame associated with fulfilling
Condition 7 of the 401 Water Quality Certification, be extended to allow payment into EEP "prior
to wetland impacts", rather than within one month of issuance of the 401 Certification. This
request is based on circumstances that allow WRS, Inc. to purchase property only after all items of
due diligence have been satisfied. WRS, Inc. anticipates that all items of due diligence will be
satisfied by July 2006.
Wetland Monitoring
According to Condition 8 of the 401 Certification, initiation of data collection for wetland
monitoring (including well and rainfall data) must begin prior to wetland impacts. Based upon
site plans for the proposed constructed wetland, construction and monitoring of this area can only
occur after the open-water wetland has been impacted. S&ME plans to initiate data collection,
including well and rainfall data, after impacts have occurred and the created wetland has been
constructed.
Diffuse Flow
According to the NCDWQ's Buffer Determination made by NCDWQ representative Eric Kulz,
on September 20, 2005, it is our understanding that the onsite features are not subject to the Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules and no protected stream buffers are located within the property's
boundaries. S&ME would like to clarify that the proposed stonnwater management plan for this
site is not designed to provide diffuse flow through constructed stormwater conveyance outlets (as
described in Condition 9), based upon the NCDWQ detennination of no stream buffers.
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Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Holly Springs Retail Site, DWQ#060002 April 14, 2006
Deed Notifications
S&ME would like to request on behalf of WRS, Inc. that the time frame associated with fulfilling
Condition 10 of the 401 Water Quality Certification be revised to allow a deed notification to be
in place "prior to wetland impacts" rather than within 30 days issuance of the 401 or 404 Pen-nit.
This request is based on circumstances that allow WRS, Inc. to purchase property only after all
items of due diligence have been satisfied. WRS, Inc. anticipates all items of due diligence will
be satisfied by July 2006.
Certificate of Completion
WRS, Inc. did not receive a Certificate of Completion with receipt of the 401 Certification, which
is required for completion of Condition 13.
Closing
Thank you for considering this request to modify the 401 Certification conditions. If you have
questions in regards to the requests or require additional information please feel free to call us at
[phone].
Sincerely,
S&ME, Inc.
WAQ6wu-
Melanie McKinney
Natural Resources Profession,
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Senior Ecologist
Attachments: Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification and Authorization Certificate
S&ME Letter Request for Change in EEP Credits
Copy of 404 Individual Pennit Application dated December 20, 2005
cc: Mr. Art Kepes, WRS, Inc.
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April 6, 2005

North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program
1652 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1652
ATTENTION: Mr. David Robinson
Reference: REQUEST FOR CHANGE IN WETLAND CREDITS
Upper Neuse River Basin
HUC: 03020201
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Mr. Robinson:
Based on a phone conversation between Melanie McKinney with S&ME, Inc. and Monte
Matthews with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Raleigh Regulatory Field Office on April 3, 2006,
it is our understanding that the USACE will accept mitigation credits at a ratio of 2:1 for 0.31
acres of non-riparian wetlands in HUC 03020201 (Upper Neuse River Basin) for the Holly
Springs Retail Site (USACE Action ID #200620291 and NCDWQ #060002).
Per our phone conversation today, I am sending this request to revise our earlier EEP acceptance
letter dated November 23, 2005 that references 0.5 acres of riparian wetlands.
Please let us know if you need any additional information in order to make these changes.
Sincerely,
S&ME, Irie.
Melanie L. McKinney
Natural Resources Professional
Pbo Willcox, L.S.S. ,/
Natural Resources Dep -tment Manager
Attachments: In Lieu Fee Request Form
S&ME, Inc. [phone]
3718 Old Battleground Road [phone] fax
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 [phone] www.smeinc.corn
IN LIEU FEE REQUEST FORM Page I of I
NORTH CAROLINA ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
IN LIEU FEE REQUEST FORM (revised 3/29/05)
Fill in information, print, sign, and date, and either mail to NCEEP, 1652 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-
1652, or fax to 919-715-2219. Attachments are acceptable to clarify information on the form.
1. Name of Applicant or
Agent * Melanie McKinney
2. Name of Business * S&ME, Inc.
3. Street Address * 3718 Old Battleground Road
4. City, State, Zip * Greensboro, NC 27410
5. Telephone * 336 708 - 0270
6. Fax [phone] - 8980
7. E-mail ?[e-mail]
8. Project Name * Holly Springs Retail Site
9. Project Location * Southwest of intersection of Main Street (Hwy 55 By-Pass) & Ralph Stevens
10. Lat-Long Coordinates Lat 35.6357 Long 78.8333
11. River Basin * Upper Neuse
12. Cataloging Unit (8-digit) 03020201
11. Project County* Wake
14. Riparian Wetland
Impact (ac) N/A
15. Non-Riparian Wetland
Impact ac * 0.31
16. Coastal Marsh Impact
ac * N/A
17. Stream-Cold Impact (ft)
* N/A
18. Stream-Cool Impact (ft)
* N/A
19. Stream-Warm Impact
ft * N/A
20. ** Buffer-Zone 1 Impact
s ft * N/A
21. ** Buffer-Zone 2 Impact
s ft * N/A
22. ** Buffer-Total (Zone 1 +
Zone 2 s ft * N/A

Attachments? Yes Signature of Applicant or Agent:
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* Required information; zero answers in 14-22 should be indicated with "0" or "N/A", not left blank.
** Buffer mitigation applicable only in the Neuse, Tar-Pamlico and Catawba River Basins
and the Randleman Lake Water Supply Watershed.
*** Go to EPA "Surf Your Watershed" http://cfpub.epa.gov/surf/locate/-index.cfm for CU determination.
Direct all questions to Carol Shaw at 919-733-5205 or [e-mail]
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
March 13, 2006
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29804
Re: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ 4060002; USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and AUTHORIZATION CERTIFICATE
per the Neuse River Buffer Protection Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0233) with Additional
Conditions
Dear Mr. Price:
Attached hereto is a copy of Certification No. 3564 issued to Mr. Jim Price of WRS, Inc., dated
March 13, 2006. This letter shall also act as your approved Authorization Certificate for impacts
to the protected riparian buffers per 15A NCAC 2B .0233. In addition, you should get any other
federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited
to) Solid Waste, Sediment and Erosion Control, Stormwater, Dam Safety, Non-discharge and
Water Supply Watershed regulations.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
AWK/cbk
Sincerely,
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Attachments: NCDWQ Summary of Permanent Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
Certificate of Completion
cc: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
Wilmington District, USACOE
Eric Kulz, DWQ, Raleigh Regional Office
DLR Raleigh Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
S&ME, Inc., 3718 Old Battleground Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Filename: 060002HollySpringsRetailSite(Wake)401 IC
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401 Oversight/Express Review Permits Unit (1111rll//J
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone]/ FAX [phone]/ Internet: httn://h2o,enr.state.ne.us/ncwctlands
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March 13, 2006
NORTH CAROLINA 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION
THIS CERTIFICATION is issued in conformity with the requirements of Section 401 Public
Laws 92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and subject to the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) Regulations in 15 NCAC 2H, Section.0500 to Mr. Jim Price of the WRS, Inc., to
fill 0.31 acres of jurisdictional wetland and 5.4 acres of open water pond the Neuse River Basin,
associated with the construction of the Holly Springs Retail Site located on the south and east side
of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Holly Springs, Wake County, North Carolina,
pursuant to an application filed by Public Notice by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the 11th
day of January of 2006 (received by DWQ on January 17, 2006), and in additional correspondence
received November 29, 2005, March 3, 2006 and March 7, 2006.
The application and supporting documentation provides adequate assurance that the proposed
work will not result in a violation of applicable Water Quality Standards and discharge
guidelines. Therefore, the State of North Carolina certifies that this activity will not violate the
applicable portions of Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of PL 92-500 and PL 95-217 if
conducted in accordance with the application, the supporting documentation, and conditions
hereinafter set forth.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design submitted in the application materials and
as described in the Public Notice. If the project is changed, prior to notification a new
application for a new Certification is required. If the property is sold, the new owner must be
given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying
with all conditions of this Certification. Any new owner must notify the Division and request the
Certification be issued in their name. Should wetland or stream fill be requested in the future,
additional compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6)
and (7). If any plan revisions from the approved site plan result in a change in stream or wetland
impact or an increase in impervious surfaces, the DWQ shall be notified in writing and a new
application for 401 Certification may be required. For this approval to be valid, compliance with
the conditions listed below is.required.
Conditions of Certification:
1. Impacts Approved
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and
general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other
impacts are approved including incidental impacts:
Amount Approved
nits Plan Location or Reference
404/LAMA Wetlands 0.31 acres PN and Construction Plans
Open water and 5.4 acres PN and Construction Plans
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Sediment and Erosion Control:
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full,compliance with all specifications
governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best
Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed,
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the
North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual.
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion
control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified
in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and
waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits
associated with the project.
c. Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control
measures and stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
3. No waste, spoil; solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas
beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the 404/401Permit Application. All
construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of
sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no
violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur;
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the
maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in
wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored
within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project;
5. Protective Fencing - The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the
construction corridor within these boundaries approved under this authorization shall be
clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or similar high visibility material) for the
areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer, wetland or water prior to any
land disturbing activities to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 2B .0233 and GC 3404;
Continuing Compliance:
6. Mr. Jim Price and the WRS, Inc., shall conduct construction activities in a manner
consistent with State water quality standards (including any requirements resulting from
compliance with section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act) and any other appropriate
requirements of State law and federal law. If the Division determines that such standards
or laws are not being met (including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use) or
that State or federal law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to
assure compliance, the Division may reevaluate and modify this Certification to include
conditions appropriate to assure compliance with such standards and requirements in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0507(d). Before modifying the Certification, the
Division shall notify Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC and the US Army Corps of
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Engineers, provide public notice in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0503 and provide
opportunity for public hearing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0504. Any new or
revised conditions shall be provided to Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC in
writing, shall be provided to the United States Army Corps of Engineers for reference in
any Permit issued pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and shall also become
conditions of the 404 Permit for the project;
Mitigation:
7. Compensatory Mitigation Using the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP)
Mitigation must be provided for the proposed impacts as specified in the table below. We
understand that you wish to make a payment to the Wetlands Restoration Fund
administered by the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) to meet this mitigation
requirement. This has been determined by the DWQ to be a suitable method to meet the
mitigation requirement. Until the EEP receives and clears your check (made payable to:
DENR- Ecosystem Enhancement Program Office), no impacts specified in this
Authorization Certificate shall occur. The EEP should be contacted at [phone] if
you have any questions concerning payment into a restoration fund. You have one month
from the date of this approval to make this payment. For accounting purposes, this
Authorization Certificate authorizes payment into the Wetlands Restoration Fund
to meet the following compensatory mitigation requirement:
Compensatory Mitigation
Required minimum River and Sub-basin Number
404/CAMA Wetland 0.31 acres Neuse/03020201
Planting Plan, and Monitoring and Maintenance For On-site Created Wetland:
8. Planting Plan -
A creation plan and monitoring plan must be approved prior to construction of the
proposed created wetland. The monitoring plan must show well location, size, number,
and location of vegetation plots and type of data to be collected during the growing
season (include percent bare ground). In addition to the above, you must also address
success criteria which is 12.5 percent demonstrated hydrology, and 50 percent vegetative
cover or 75 percent survivability. The created wetland must be monitored for 5 years.
The DWQ does not allow early completion. Monitoring wells must be placed in elevated
areas of the site. Finally, the planting plan should include a primary wetland species (e.g.
Sagittaria latifolia or Scirpus sp.). This Plan must be submitted to the DWQ within 60
days of the date of this 401 Water Quality Certification approval.
Wetland Monitoring Plan -
Physical monitoring of wetlands is required annually as a condition of this Certification.
If wetland impacts are determined to have occurred (these impacts may include
indications of instability, eroding, sloughing, subsidence, collapse, and/or removal of the
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hydrology) the owner or authorized agent shall notify the NCDWQ Raleigh Regional
Office in writing. This notification shall be sent to the Regional Office within 24 hrs of
first knowledge of these impacts or the first business day thereafter and shall include a
detailed explanation of the nature of the problem.
Physical monitoring of wetlands for instability, eroding, sloughing, subsidence, collapse,
and/or removal of the hydrology of wetlands (monitoring frequency- annual). This
monitoring may be accomplished by visual inspection of the wetland areas while
conducting well maintenance efforts.
Wells required by this Certification must be properly installed and properly maintained
for 5 years after the Division of Land Resources releases the site unless otherwise
approved in writing by NCDWQ.
All well data must be provided annually to DWQ along with a written account of the
hydrological status of the wetlands on the tract (by June 1 of each year).
At a minimum, daily water table levels must be recorded from all wells and daily rainfall
must be collected by the monitoring gages and rain gages (this data must be collected and
available for NCDWQ review). At a minimum, monthly datalogger downloads, well and
well site inspections/maintenance must occur for the monitoring duration depicted in
conditions of this certification. Initiation of data collection (including well and rainfall
data) must begin prior to impacts of wetlands. This Plan must be submitted to Raleigh
Regional Office within 60 days for Division of Water Quality approval.
Diffuse Flow:
9. Diffuse Flow
All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as
diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it
will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream as identified within 15A NCAC
2B .0233 (5). If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities
that are considered to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this
Office.
Deed Notifications:
10. Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all lots with remaining
jurisdictional wetlands and waters or areas within 50 feet of all streams and ponds. These
mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days of the date of issuance of the
401Certification letter or the issuance of the 404 Permit (whichever is later). A sample
deed notification format can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands . DWQ shall be sent copies of all deed restrictions
applied to these lots;
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Written Stormwater Management Plan (Final Plan Needed
11. Written Stormwater Management Plan
A final, written stormwater management plan (including a signed and notarized
Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in writing by this Office
before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur. The stormwater management
plan must include worksheets, plans and specifications for stormwater management
facilities that are appropriate for surface waters classified as Class C and designed to
remove 85% TSS according to the most recent version of the NC DENR Stormwater Best
Management Practices Manual. These facilities must be designed to treat the runoff from
the entire project, unless otherwise explicitly approved by the Division of Water Quality.
Also, before any permanent building is occupied at the subject site, the facilities (as
approved by this Office) shall be constructed and operational, and the stormwater
management plan (as approved by this Office) shall be implemented. The structural
stormwater practices as approved by this Office as well as drainage patterns must be
maintained in perpetuity. No changes to the structural stormwater practices shall be made
without written authorization from the Division of Water Quality.
Site-specific stormwater management shall be designed to remove 85% TSS according to
the latest version of DWQ's Stormwater Best Management Practices manual at a
minimum. Additionally, in watersheds within one mile and draining to 303(d) listed
waters, as well as watersheds that are classified as nutrient sensitive waters (NSW), water
supply waters (WS), trout waters (Tr), high quality waters '(HQW), and outstanding
resource waters (ORW), the Division shall require that extended detention wetlands, bio-
retention areas, and ponds followed by forested filter strips (designed according to latest
version of the NCDENR Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual) be constructed
as part of the stormwater management plan when a site-specific stormwater management
plan is required.
For streams classified as Water Supply, High Quality Waters and Outstanding Resource
Waters, post-construction, on-site stormwater management shall be required as
appropriate and as outlined in 15A NCAC 2B .0104(m) and 2H .1000 to .1007,
respectively, in addition to that required in this General Certification.
Alternative designs may be requested by the applicant and will be reviewed on a case-by-
case basis by the Division of Water Quality.
Approval of stormwater management plans by the Division of Water Quality's other
existing state stormwater programs including appropriate local programs are sufficient to
satisfy this Condition as long as the stormwater management plans meet or exceed the
design requirements specified in this condition. This condition applies unless more
stringent requirements are in effect from other state water quality programs.
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12. Construction Stormwater Permit NCGO10000
Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division
of Land Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control
program, an NPDES General stormwater permit (NCGO10000) administered by DWQ is
automatically issued to the project. This,General Permit allows stormwater to be
discharged during land disturbing construction activities as stipulated by conditions in the
permit. If your project is covered by this permit [applicable to construction projects that
disturb one (1) or more acres], full compliance with permit conditions including the
sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting requirements
are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at
http:///12o.eizr.state.nc.uslsu/Forms Documents.htm.;
13. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or
applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to
return the attached certificate of completion to the 401 Oversight/Express Review
Permitting Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NCB, 27699-1650.
Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters
as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
If this Certification is unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon .
written request within sixty (60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be
in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General
Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification, you have the
right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty (60) days
following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made, this Certification shall be
final and binding.
This the 13'' day of March 2006
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Division of Water Quality
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401 Water Quality Certification
Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500, WRS, Inc. has permission as outlined below to impact 0.31 acres of
wetlands and 5.4 acres of an open water pond for the purpose(s) of constructing the proposed Holly Springs Retail
Site located on the south and east side of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Wake County. All activities
associated with these authorized impacts must be conducted with the conditions listed in the attached Permit
transmittal letter. THIS PERMIT IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE ATTACHMENTS.
COMPENSATORY MITIGATION REQUIREMENTS, ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
LOCATION: Holly Springs, NC
COUNTY Wake
BASIN/ SUB BASIN Neuse/03020201
As required by 15A NCAC 2H.0500, and the conditions of this Permit, you are required to compensate for the above
impacts through the restoration, creation, enhancement or preservation of wetlands and surface waters as outlined
below prior to conducting any activities that impact or degrade the waters of the state.
Note: Acreage requirements proposed to be mitigated through the Ecosystem Enhancement Program must be
rounded to one-quarter acre increments and linear foot requirements must be rounded up to the nearest foot
according to 15 2R.0503(b).
Impacts Mitigation
0.31 Acres of Class WL wetland 0.31 Acres of Class WL wetland
In correspondence dated November 23, 2005, the EEP indicated that impacts up to 0.50 acres would mitigated by
EEP if necessary for the 401 Water Quality Certification and 404 Permit. The final mitigation ratio is to be
determined by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers within the 404 Permit, but this must include a minimum of 0.31
acres of mitigation by the EEP.
One of the options you have available to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirement is through the payment of
a fee to the Wetlands Restoration Fund per NCAC 2R.0503. If you choose this option, please sign this form and
mail the form along with a copy of your 401 Certification or Buffer Approval to the Ecosystem Enhancement
Program at the address below. An invoice for the appropriate amount of payment will be sent to you upon receipt of
this form. PLEASE NOTE, THE ABOVE IMPACTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED UNTIL YOU RECEIVE
NOTIFICATION THAT YOUR PAYMENT HAS BEEN PROCESSED BY THE ECOSYTEM ENHANCMENT
PROGRAM.
Signature
Date
ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
1652 Mail Service Center
RALEIGH, N.C. 27699-1652
[phone]
401 OversighVExpress Review Permits Unit
1650 h1ail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone]/ FAX [phone] / Intemet: http://h2o.enr.state,nc.us/ncwetlands
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
Attention: Ms. Jean Manuele
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401/Wetlands Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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DENR - WATER QUALITY
VIETI DS AND STORMIWATER BRANCH
ATTENTION: Ms. Cyndi Karoly
Reference: Section 404 Individual Permit
Approximately 49-Acre Tract
NC Highway 55 By-Pass and Ralph Stevens Road
Holly Springs, North Carolina
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Ms. Manuele and Ms. Karoly:
S&ME would like to submit on behalf of WRS, Inc. a request for an Individual Permit (IP)
associated with proposed impacts to jurisdictional wetlands on the above-referenced property.
Approximately 0.31 acre of wetlands and 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands are proposed. Please
find the following materials enclosed:
1) A completed ENG 4345 Form, and Letter of Authorization to Act as Agent
2) Figures: Vicinity Map (Figure 1); USGS Topography Map (Figure 2); Aerial with Soil
Survey Data (Figure 3); Wetlands and Waters of the U.S. Map (Figure 4); Wetland Survey
for Holly Springs (Figure 5) Proposed Open-Water and Wetland Impacts (Figure 6);
Mitigation Drawing (Figure 7)
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3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
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3) Photographs of Existing Site Conditions
4) NCDWQ Neuse River Buffer Rule Determination
5) EEP Letter of Acceptance
6) Preliminary Storrnwater Quality Basin Drawing
7) Threatened and Endangered Species Technical Report
8) Cultural Resources Report
Background Information
An approximately 49-acre tract consisting of Wake County Tax Parcel Numbers 0648-86-8655,
0658-06-0224, 0658-06-0615, 0658-06-1775, 0648-96-8739, and 0648-97-8033 is proposed for
development. The property is located southwest of the intersection of Main Street (N.C. Highway
55 By-Pass) and Ralph Stevens Road in Holly Springs (Wake County), North Carolina (35.6357
N, 78.8333 W). The approximate location of the project area is depicted by the attached figures:
Vicinity Map (Figure 1), a portion of the 1993 Apex Quadrangle USGS Topography Map (Figure
2), NRCS Soils Map (Figure 3), Wetlands and Waters of the U.S. Map (Figure 4), Wetland
Survey for Holly Springs (Figure 5) and Proposed Open-Water and Wetlands Map (Figure 6).
The applicant, WRS, Inc. is pursuing development of the site for construction of a 203,819 square
feet retail center with 43,200 square feet of retail shops, and five outlot parcels.
Purpose and Need
The proposed retail center seeks to meet the increasing needs of its citizens while providing job
creation and economic growth to Wake County. The 203,819 square footage retail center with
43,200 square footage of retail shops, and five outlot parcels will create approximately 750 jobs.

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Approximately 49 Acre Tract
Existing Site Conditions
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
December 20, 2005
The 49-acre tract is currently developed with five single-family homes and a mobile home located
on the northeastern portion of the property. The majority of the property consists of fallow
agricultural fields with wooded areas along the fields' boundaries. Vegetation in the agricultural
fields included tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea), dog fennel (Eupatorium capillifolium), ragweed
(Ambrosia artemisiifolia). An approximately 5.4 acre pond is located in the south central portion
of the property. Based on the location of the pond within areas characterized as having upland
soils (Norfolk and Orangeburg Series), it is our opinion that the pond was man-made. An area of
mowed tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea) separates the pond from its surrounding agricultural
fields. This jurisdictional pond was verified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on August 25,
2005 during an onsite meeting.
An approximately 0.49 acre of a pond is located just south of the 5.4 acre man-made pond, and the
two features are separated by a man-made dam. Wetlands adjacent to the open-water pond
consisted of bullrush (Juncus effusus), red maple (Ater rubrum), multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora),
sweet gum (Liquidambar styrac flea), and willow (Salix, spp.). A corridor between the wetland
and adjacent agriculutural field included turkey oak (Quercus laevis), sweet gum (Liquidambar
styraciflua), tulip polar (Liriodendron tulipifera), and japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica).
An approximately 0.31 acre wetland is present within a low-lying area southeast of the onsite
houses, and west of NC Hwy 55 By-Pass as verified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on
September 27, 2005. The vegetation within the wetland was predominately shrub/scrub and
herbaceous species including red maple (Ater rubruni), willow (Salix, spp.), bulrush (Juncus
effusus), multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora), and knotweed (Polygonum, spp.).
S&ME conducted a jurisdictional wetlands and waters of the U.S. delineation of the on-site
wetlands in April 2005. During a site visit on August 25, 2005, and September 27, 2005, the
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) confirmed the jurisdictional limits of the onsite
features. The wetlands were subsequently surveyed by Freeland and Associates, Inc. and have
been submitted to the USACE for final approval.
Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules
During a site meeting on September 20, 2005, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
(NCDWQ) examined the onsite features for stream classification and applicability of the Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 02B.0234). The NCDWQ determined no onsite features
are subject to the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules. The NCDWQ correspondence letter is
attached and is dated September 26, 2005.
Proposed Jurisdictional Wetland Impacts
Approximately 0.31 acre of wetland is proposed to be impacted by placement of fill material for
the construction of a road, parking lots, and paved areas in the eastern portion of the site. Table 1
further identifies the proposed impacts.
Table l: Proposed Jurisdictional Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact ID Type of Impact Proposed Impact
acre
Wetland Impact #1 Fill 0.22
Wetland Impact #2 Fill 0.05
Wetland Impact #3 Fill 0.04
Total Impacts to Jurisdictional Wetlands: 0.31 acre
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Section 404 Individual Permit
Approximately 49 Acre Tract
Proposed Open-Water Impacts
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
December 20, 2005
Approximately 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands are proposed to be impacted by placement of fill
material associated with construction of a parking lot, building pad for the proposed retail shops,
and stormwater management facility with a wetland mitigation area.
Table 2: Isolated Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact ID Type of Impact Proposed Impact
acre
Open Water Impact #1 Excavation/Grading 0.04
Open Water Impact #2 Fill 5.4
Total Impacts to Open Water Wetlands: 5.44 acres
Protected Species
S&ME reviewed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service webpage and the North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program website for infonnation concerning the occurrence of federal and state protected
species in Wake County. A field survey was conducted to observe the presence or absence of
suitable habitat for the federal and state protected species listed below.
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Table 3: Protected Species Summary

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Picoides borealis
Red-cockaded woodpecker E E
Rhus michauxii
Michaux's sumac E E
Alasmidonta heterodon
Dwarf wedge mussel E E
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle T T
Elliptio lanceolata
Yellow Lance FSC E
Fusconaia masoni
Atlantic Pigtoe FSC E
Lasmigona subviridis
Green Floater FSC E
Helenium brevifolium
Littleleaf Sneezeweed --- E
Trillium pusillum var
pusillum FSC E
Carolina Least Trillium
Ambystonta tigrintan
Eastern Tiger Salamander --- T
Lampetra aepyptera
Least Brook Lamprey --- T
Alasmidonta undulate
Triangle Floater --- T
Elliptio roanokensis
Roanoke Slabshell --- T
Lantpsilis radiate radiate
Eastern Lampshell --- T
Strophitus undulatus
Creeper --- T
Lindera subcoriacea
Bog Spicebush FSC T
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Isoetes piedinontana
Piedmont Quillwort --- T
Portulaca smallii
Small's Portulaca --- T
Ruellia hzwdlis
Low Wild-petunia --- T
Sagittaria graminea var
iveatherbiana --- T
Grassleaf Arrowhead
E: Listed hndangered - A taxon in danger of extinction through all of a significant portion of its range
T: Listed Threatened - A taxon in danger of becoming endangered in the foreseeable future
FSC: Species of Concern - A taxon that may or may not be listed in the future
During the field survey no protected species were observed. Based on information obtained from
data review and field survey, it is unlikely that the proposed project will impact Wake County's
state and federal protected species. A copy of the Threatened and Endangered Species Technical
Report is attached with this permit application.
Cultural Resources
S&ME subcontracted TRC Garrow (TRC) to evaluate the project area for cultural resources.
TRC's literature review identified no archaelogical sites or historic structures within the
property's boundaries. Two archaelogical sites were identified as being recorded within a one
mile radius of the project area, however, neither of the sites were found to be eligible for
preservation after being evaluated. Three historic structures within a one mile radius of the site,
WA611, WA612 (Richard L. Adams Farm), and WA613 (Alsey J. Stephens Farm) were
determined eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). On
October 26, 2005, a cultural resources reconnaissance survey was conducted on the property and
much of the property was determined to be lightly to moderately disturbed based on agricultural
use of the land.
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According to the cultural resources report, "no previously recorded archaeological sites or
architectural resources are located within the project tract." Furthermore it stated that , "the
proposed project would be unlikely to have an adverse effect on the architectural resource
WA612, but WA613 would likely be visually impacted by a development on the southern portion
of this tract." A copy of the Cultural Resources Report is included with this permit application.
Alternatives Analysis
Criteria such as location, cost, constructability, and construction schedule are used to determine
the suitability of potential retail sites. The size of the potential tracts must accommodate the size
of standard building prototypes for the proposed retail center. In many instances, this may require
acquiring adjacent properties, and reluctance of private property owners to sell, creates unsuitable
tracts of land. Access to major transportation and required off-site improvements such as road
widening, construction of traffic signals, and availability of water, sewer, gas, and electricity are
evaluated. Costs associated with earthwork, concrete and asphalt paving, environmental
permitting (wetlands, Phase I and II environmental issues), building permits, and construction
materials are influenced by site specific factors.
Location of a potential site determines the economic success of a retail center along with its ability
to meet the transportation needs of its employees and customers. Consequently, a retail center of
this magnitude in size must be located within a specific range of the major population. Five
potential retail sites met site location criteria for the Town of Holly Springs. The following sites
were determined unsuitable for the proposed retail center based on criteria listed below:

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Alternative Sites Evaluated
NC Hwy 55 By-Pass and New Hill Road
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
December 20, 2005
1) Approximately 2,100 linear feet of perennial streams traverse the property with the Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules potentially applicable to these features.
2) Significant earthwork required based on site topography
3) Reluctance of one property owner to sell diminished size of tract
NC Hwy 55 and Holly Springs Road
1) Small size of tract does not accommodate the standard size of the proposed project and
will not provide adequate space for parking facilities or proposed detention ponds
needed for protection of water quality
2) Poor accessibility associated with location of tract, off-site road improvements needed
Holly Springs Road and Bass Lake Road
1) Approximately 3 acres of wetlands located within property's boundaries with Neuse
River Buffer Rules potentially applicable
2) Significant earthwork required based on site topography
3) Small size of tract does not provide adequate space for proposed detention ponds
needed for protection of water quality
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Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Approximately 49 Acre Tract December 20, 2005
NC Hwy 55 and Avent Ferry Road
1) Irregular sized parcel does not accommodate standard size of proposed project with
adequate parking facilities
2) Approximately 700 linear feet of stream and approximately 1 acre of wetlands with Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules potentially applicable to these features
3) Poor accessibility to NC Hwy 55 By-Pass, off-site road improvements needed
Avoidance and Minimization
After evaluating the alternative sites, the NC Hwy 55 By-Pass/Ralph Stevens Road tract was
determined to be most suitable. Environmental impacts and costs associated with environmental
pennitting were reduced by utilizing the NC Hwy 55 By-Pass/Ralph Stevens Road tract, based on
the North Carolina Division of Water Quality's determination that the Neuse River Basin Buffer
Rules were non-applicable to the onsite drainage features and considering that pursuance of a
major variance was deemed unnecessary to meet project goals.
Although the location of the 5.4 acre man-made pond in the south central portion of the tract
creates unavoidable impacts for development of the property, approximately 0.49 acre of higher
quality open water wetlands shall be undisturbed by this project.
Approximately 0.31 acre of shrub/scrub jurisdictional wetlands is proposed to be impacted in the
eastern portion of the property adjacent to NC Hwy 55 By-Pass. The location of the 0.31 acre
wetland at the proposed entrance from NC Hwy 55 By-Pass creates unavoidable impacts for
development of the tract. Utilization of road frontage property for outparcels also creates
unavoidable impacts for development of the tract.
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Approximately 49 Acre Tract December 20, 2005
Cumulative Impacts Analysis
Based on the project's location within the Neuse River Basin, downstream water bodies have been
designated as Nutrient Sensitive maters and the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules are currently in
place requiring 50 foot wide riparian buffers adjacent to surface waters. Activities within buffered
areas have been classified as either "exempt, allowable, allowable with mitigation, or prohibited,"
according to the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules (15A NCAC02B.0234). The rules also put into
place local riparian buffer protection programs to further monitor and enforce activities within Neuse
River buffers.
Aquatic Endangered Species
According to the Natural Heritage Program's online database accessed December 14, 2005,
(littp://ils.unc.edti/parkpro'e? ct/nhp/info.htm) , the Eastern lampmussel (Lampsilis radiata radiata) is
the only listed threatened aquatic species for the Apex USGS Quad. Documented populations of the
Eastern lampmussel in Wake County have been found in the Little River, along with the Middle and
Swift Creeks. These waterbodies are located northeast of the project site, and the proposed project is
not expected to impact endangered or threatened aquatic species in Wake County.
Stormwater Management
A Grading/Stormwater Management Plan drawing is attached and includes a proposed wet detention
pond designed for greater than 85% of Total Suspended Solids reduction to improve water quality.
The stormwater management plan for the proposed retail center will follow guidance in the State
Stormwater Management Best Management Practices.
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Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Approximately 49 Acre Tract December 20, 2005
Existing Storrnwater Programs
The Town of Holly Springs, is currently involved in the Phase II NPDES Stormwater Permit
Program and local regulations are in effect according to the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules. With
local government programs in place, that meet or exceed state best management practices, it is
unlikely that the proposed project will create cumulative impacts that affect downstream water
quality.
Storm-Water Management Plan
A Stormwater Management Plan shall be submitted to the NCDENR Division of Water Quality-
Water Quality Section- Wetlands Unit by Freeland and Kauffman, Inc. This application will
include a NCDENR DWQ Stormwater Management Permit Application Form, NCDENR DWQ
401 Wet Detention Basin Worksheet for the proposed basin, and an Operations and Maintenance
Plan. Greater than 30% of the proposed site is proposed to be developed as impervious surface.
The basin will be located in the southwest corner of the planned development. The location of
this basin is shown in the Preliminary Stormwater Drawing Section.
Compensatory Mitigation
Open-Water Wetlands
Onsite mitigation is proposed for unavoidable impacts to 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands. The
creation of an approximately one acre palustrine emergent wetland is planned. The proposed
wetland should provide a more diversified habitat for insects, birds, and aquatic species in
comparison to the limited habitat that the existing open-water wetland provides for mainly
aquatic species. The emergent wetland cell will accept water from the stormwater detention
pond, but only after water has been through a forebay to drop sediments, and then through the
stonnwater pond for detention.
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Section 404 Individual Permit S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Approximately 49 Acre Tract December 20, 2005
A four foot wide, two foot tall berm will be constructed approximately 20 feet from the inlet
structure. This berm will be planted with a mix of three wetland shrubs (Cephalanthus
occidentalis, Viburnunz nudum, and Clethra alnifolia) on 3 foot centers. The berm will aid in
moving water to the northern portion of the wetland cell prior to it flowing to the outlet structure
in the southeast corner of the cell. Three groupings of plants are proposed to be planted within
the cell. The plants will serve as both aesthetically pleasing and provide seed/forage for small
birds and mammals. These plant mixtures are described below and depicted in Figure 6:
1. Area #1 is proposed to be planted with a mix of Iris virginica and Saururus cernuus.
They should be randomly mixed and planted on 2 foot centers.
2. Area #2 is proposed to be planted with a mix of Pontederia cordata, and Peltandra
virginica. They should be randomly mixed and planted on 2 foot centers.
3. Area #3 is proposed to be planted with Acorus calamus on 1 foot centers. Within this
area a small, peanut shaped depression is proposed to be dug that will be approximately
thirty inches deep. This is to provide shallow, open water habitat for ducks and other
aquatic birds and mammals. The shallow, open water area should not be planted, but
allowed to populate with natural recruits.
The emergent wetland cell outlet structure is proposed to be elevated approximately 12 inches, so
that water will be retained within the cell, encouraging infiltration into the bed of the cell and
evaporation, assisting in prolonging the hydroperiod.
The wetland cell bottom will be constructed to have mircotopographic relief. It will be varied in
elevation to provide for varied depth habitats, both shallow and deep, in a random fashion.
Within one foot of the edge of the cell, a row of Hibiscus moscheutus will be installed on 8 foot
centers to add forage for insects and birds.

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Success Criteria
This proposed mitigation presents a unique scenario in that the emergent wetland cell is to be
hydraulically fuelled by rainwater collected from the adjacent development. It is also expected
that even though an estimated 10,000 or more herbaceous plants are proposed for installation
within the wetland cell, natural recruitment of species such as Juncus spp., Scirpus spp., Typha
spp. will occur. Further, it is expected that wind blown tree species such as Acer rubrum,
Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Salix nigra, and Platanus oceidentalis will also likely take root in and
around this cell. If some mortality of the installed plants occurs, the gaps will likely be filled by
natural recruits of the above mentioned or other wetland species. Therefore, no survival criteria
is offered with this mitigation.
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the wetland cell. Jurisdictional hydrology (soil saturation within 12 inches of the soil surface for
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Monitoring
Well monitoring is proposed for a period of five years, however, if success criteria for
jurisdictional hydrology is met and maintained for a period of three years, a request for no
additional monitoring may be submitted to the USACE.
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Approximately 49 Acre Tract December 20, 2005
Jurisdictional Wetlands
Payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) fund is proposed for
compensatory mitigation of unavoidable impacts to 0.31 acre of jurisdictional wetlands. An EEP
Acceptance Letter is attached and dated November 23, 2005.
Closing
Your review of this application is greatly appreciated. If you have questions in regards to the
permit application or require additional information please feel free to call us at [phone].
Sincerely,
S&ME, Inc.
Melanie McKinney Bill Noel, R.F.
Natural Resources Professional Senior Ecologist
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Attachments: ENG 4345 Form, and Letter of Authorization to Act as Agent
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Photographs of Existing Site Conditions
NCDWQ Neuse River Basin Buffer Rule Determination
EEP Letter of Acceptance
Preliminary Stormwater Quality Basin Drawing
Threatened and Endangered Species Technical Report
Cultural Resources Report
Cc: Mr. Jim Price, WRS, Inc.
Ms. Heather Keefer, Town of Holly Springs
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LETTER OF AUTHORIZATION
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S&ME Project Name: Approximately 46.17-Acre Tract - NC By-Pass 55/Ral ` Stevens
Road, Holly Springs
Type of Project: Wetland Permitting
Location: West of NCB -Pass 55/Partially encompassed b Ral 'Stevens
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Property Owner/Representative Information 1
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Business Name: WRS, Inc;
Mailing Address: 2361 South Centennial Avenue
City, State, Zip Code: Aiken, SC 29803 r
Telephone No. [phone] p
Contact: Jim Price
Agent Information s
Business Name: S&ME, Inc.
Street Address: 3718 Old Battleground Road a

City, State, Zip Code: Greensboro, NC 27410
Telephone No. [phone]
Contact: Melanie McKinney
Authorization: 112
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(Contact Signature)
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(Name of Landowner or Representative)
S&ME, Inc. to act as agent for the above-mentioned p `ect.
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APPLICATION FOR DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY PERMIT I OMB APPROVAL NO. 0710-0003
(33 CFR 3251 Expires December 31, 2004
The Public burden for this collection of information is sestimated to average 10 hours per response, although the majority of applications should require
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number. Please DO NOT RETURN your form to either of those addresses. Completed applications must be submitted to the District Engineer having
jurisdiction over the location of the proposed activity.
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT
Authorities: Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 10, 33 USC 403; Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33 USC 1344; Marine Protection , Research and
Sanctuaries Act, 33 USC 1413, Section 103. Principal Purpose: Information provided on this form will be used in evaluating the application for a
permit. Routine Uses: This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal, state, and local government agencies.
Submission of requested information is voluntary, however, if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit
be issued.
One set of original drawings or good reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this
application (see sample drawings and instructions) and be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed
activity. An application that is not completed in full will be returned.
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2. FIELD OFFICE CODE 13. DATE RECEIVED 14. DATE APPLICATION COMPLETED
5. APPLICANT'S NAME 8. AUTHORIZED AGENT'S NAME AND TITLE (an spent is not re wired)
WRS, Inc. S&ME, Inc.
6. APPLICANT'S ADDRESS 9. AGENT'S ADDRESS
2361 South Centennial Avenue 3718 Old Battleground Road
Aiken, South Carolina 29804 Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
7, APPLICANT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE 10. AGENT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE
a. Residence N/A a. Residence N/A

11. STATEMENT OF AUTHORIZATION
I hereby authorize, SEE AGENT AUTHORIZATION LETTER to act in my behalf as my agent in the processing of this application and to
furnish, upon request, supplemental information in support of this permit application.
APPLICANT'S SIGNATURE DATE
NAME, LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY
12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE (see instru -bons.
Holly Springs Retail Site
13. NAME OF WATERBODY. IF KNOWN m n„i »nmi 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS of.ppii-bie)
Closest named waterbody: Basal Creek
15. LOCATION OF PROJECT
Wake NC
COUNTY STATE
16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS, IF KNOWN, (seeinstructions)
Center of Property: 35.6357 N, 78.8333 W
17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE
From Holly Springs: Take NC Hwy 55 By-Pass South, Take Right on S. Main Street, veer left on
Ralph Stevens Road, property is partially encompassed by Ralph Stevens Road.
NG OR 4346, Jul 97 EDITION OF FEB 94 IS OBSOLETE. (Proponent: CECW-OR)
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18. Nature of Activity (Description of project, include e/l features/
See Supplemental Information
19. Project Purpose (Oescritr [/rc Watson or put/use o/ Vrr poject, see instrudrorrs)
See Supplemental Information
USE BLOCKS 20-22 IF DREDGED AND/OR FILL MATERIAL IS TO BE DISCHARGED
20. Reason(s) for Discharge
See Supplemental Information
21. Type(s) of Material Being Discharged and the Amount of Each Tvoe in Cubic Yards
See Supplemental Information
22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or Other Waters Filled (sreinsrr?crions)
See Supplemental Information
23. Is Any Portion of the Work Already Complete? Yes = No " IF YES. DESCRIBE THE COMPLETED WORK
24. Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners, Lessees, Etc., Whose Property Adjoins the Waterbody (If more than can be entered here,
please attach a supplemental list).
See Supplemental Information
25. List of Other Certifications or Approvals/Denials Received from other Federal, State or Local Agencies for Work Described in This Application.
AGENCY TYPE APPROVAL' IDENTIFICATION NUMBER DATE APPLIED DATE APPROVED DATE DENIED
'Would include but is not restricted to zoning, building and flood plain permits
26. Application is hereby made for a permit or permits to authorize the work described in this application. I certify that the information in this
appiication is complete and accurate. I further certify that I possess the authority to undertake the work described herein or am acting as the
duly authorized agent of the applicant. +
SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT DATE IGNATURE OF AGENT DATE
The application must be signed by the person who desires to undertake the proposed activity (applicant) or it be signed by a duly
authorized agent if the statement in block 11 has been filled out and signed.
18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides that: Whoever, in any manner within the jurisdiction of any department or agency of the United States
knowingly and willfully falsifies, conceals, or covers up any trick, scheme, or disguises a material fact or makes any false, fictitious or
fraudulent statements or representations or makes or uses any false writing or document knowing same to contain any false, fictitious or
fraudulent statements or entry, shall be fined not more than $ 10,000 or imprisoned not more than five years or both.
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ENG Form 4345
Holly Springs Retail Site
Block 18. Nature of Activity
The applicant, WRS, Inc., is pursuing the development of approximately 49 acres for
construction of a 203,819 square feet retail center with 43,200 square feet of retail shops,
and five outlot parcels. A bulldozer, backhoe, and other heavy equipment shall be used
to build a road, parking areas, and a stormwater management pond.
Block 19. Proposed Project Purpose
The proposed retail center seeks to meet the increasing needs of its citizens while
providing job creation and economic growth to Wake County. The 203,819 square feet
retail center with 43,200 square feet of retail shops, and five outlot parcels will create
approximately 750 jobs.
Block 20. Reason for Discharge
The proposed discharge to jurisdictional wetlands is necessary to facilitate construction
of building pads for the retail center and retail shops, parking lots, access roads, a
stormwater quality pond and paved areas needed for development of outparcels.
Block 21. Type(s) of Material Being Discharged and the Amount of Each Type in
Cubic Yards
Jurisdictional Wetland Impacts (0.31 Acre): 2,200 cubic yards clean earthen fill material
Open Water Impact (5.4 Acres): 40,350 cubic yards clean earthen fill material
Block 22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or other Waters Filled
0.31 acre of riparian wetlands, 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands
Block 24. Names and Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners, Lessees, etc.
Name Address
Horace and Ruby Powell 218 Windsor Wynd Place
Fu ua -Varina, NC 27526
Stafford Land Company 246 Valleyfield Lane
Southern Pines, NC 28387
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1. View of southeastern agricultural field: Photo taken by Melanie McKinney on
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2. View of agricultural field adjacent to southeastern property boundary: Photo taken by
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Photo taken by Melanie McKinney on September 20, 2005, facing southwest.
3. View of agricultural field located south of onsite houses: Photo taken by Melanie
McKinney on September 20, 2005, facing southwest.
5. View of pond from point near southern property boundary: Photo taken by Melanie
McKinney on September 20, 2005, facing north.
6. Mowed corridor between man made pond and agricultural field: Photo taken by Melanie
McKinney on September 20, 2005, facing northeast.

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6. Approximate 0.49 Acre pond to be undisturbed: Photo taken by Melanie
McKinney on September 20, 2005, facing south.
5. Approximate 0.49 Acre pond to be undisturbed: Photo taken by Melanie McKinney on
September 20, 2005, facing northwest.
6. Approximate 0.31 Acre wetland in eastern portion of property: Photo taken by Melanie
McKinney on September 20, 2005, facing southeast.
7. Approximate 0.31 Acre wetland in eastern portion of property: Photo taken by Melanie
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Colleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
September 26, 2005
Ms. Melanie McKinney
S&ME
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro, NC 27410
NBRRO 05-259
County: Wake
BASIN:
Neuse River X
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Complaint NOV Buffer Determination X
Incident # ADBCal Call
Project Name: S. Alain Street/NC 55 and Ralph Stevens Road - Holly Springs
Location/Directions: Northwest comer of the intersection of South Main Street (NC Highway 55) and Ralph
Stevens Road in Holly Springs.
Subject Stream:
UT to Basal Creek
Date of Determination: 9/20/05
Feature Start Buffer
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B Not Subject X

This on-site determination shall expire five (S) years froth the date of this letter. Landorvrters or affected parties
that dispute a determination made by the DIVQ or Delegated Local Authority that a surface water exists and that
it is subject to the buffer rule may request a determination by the Director. A request for a determination by the
Director shall be referred to the Director in writing clo Cyndi Karoly, DIVQ lVetlands1401 Unit, 2321 Crabtree
Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27604-2260. Individuals that dispute a determination by the DIVQ or Delegated Local
Authority that "exempts" a surface water from the buffer rule may ask for an ad judicatory !tearing. You must
act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. Applicants are hereby notified that the 60-day statutory
appeal tinte does not start until the affected party (including downstream and adjacent lando?mrers) is notified of
this decision. D{VQ recontmends that the applicant conduct this notification in order to be certain that third
Raleigh Regional Office 1628 Mail Service Center
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party appeals are made in a timely manner. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of Arbninistrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. Tliis determination is final and binding iuiless you ask fora Bearing
within 60 days.
The (owner/future owners) should notify the Division of Water Quality (including any other Local, State, and
Federal Agencies) of this decision concerning any future correspondences regarding the subject property (stated
above). TB is project may require a Section 4041401 Permit for the proposed activity. Any inquiries should be
directed to the Division of Water Quality (Central Office) at (919)-733-1786, and the USAriny Corp of Engineers
(Raleigh Regulatory Field Office) at (919)-876-8441.
Respect lly,
Eric W. Kulz
Environmental S cc. III
CC: File Copy
Central Files
DWQ Wetlands and Stornnwater Branch
Heather Keefer - Town of Holly Springs
Raleigh Regional Office 1628 Mail Service Center
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Melanie McKinney
S&ME,Inc.
3718 Old Battleground Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27410
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Project: Holly Springs Retail Site County: Wake
The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NC EEP) is willing to
accept payment for impacts associated with the above referenced project- Please note that this decision does not assure that
the payment will be approved by the permit issuing agencies as mitigation for project impacts. It is the responsibility of the
applicant to contact these agencies to determine if payment to the NC EEP will be approved.
This acceptance is valid for six months from the date of this letter. If we have not received a copy of the issued 404
Permit/401 Certification within this time frame, this acceptance will expire. It is the applicant's responsibility to send
copies of the 404/401/CAIvIA permits to NC EEP. Once NC EEP receives a copy of the 404 Permit and/or the 401
Certification an invoice will be issued and payment must be made.
Based on the information supplied by you the impacts that may require compensatory mitigation are summarized in the
following table.
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Upon receipt of payment, EE-P will take responsibility for providing the compensatory mitigation for the permitted impacts
up to a 2:1 ratio. (buffers, Zone 1 at a 3:1 ratio and Zone 2 at a 1.5:1 ratio). The type and amount of the compensatory
mitigation will be as specified in the Section 404 Permit and/or 401 Water Quality Certification, and/or LAMA Permit. The
mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the N. C. Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Carol Shaw at [phone],
November 23, 2005
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Director
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Monte Matthews, USACE - Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ Regional Office - Raleigh
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S&ME PROJECT NO. 1588-05-014

Prepared For:
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, South Carolina 29803
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551 F Pylon Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
Attention: Mr. David Rabon
Reference: Threatened and Endangered Species Technical Report
Approximately 49-Acre Tract
NC Highway 55 By-Pass & Ralph Stevens Road
Holly Springs, NC
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Mr. Rabon:
S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is pleased to submit this report on behalf of WRS, Inc., detailing our
threatened and endangered species survey for the approximately 49-acre tract located in Holly
Springs, Wake County, North Carolina. This report and the field survey have been conducted
pursuant to the proposed development of the site and is included in a U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers Individual Permit application for proposed impacts to wetlands.
The field survey did not reveal the presence of federally or state listed threatened or endangered
species on this site. It is our opinion that the proposed development of the site will not impact
the listed species for Wake County. No further study of the site is recommended at this time.
Thank you in advance for your assistance with the project. If you have questions or comments in
regards to this report, we may be reached at [phone].
Sincerely,
S&iVIE, Inc.
Melanie McKinney
Natural Resources Professional
SR/SEH
SWE, Inc.
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
40illcox, L. .S. U?
Natural Resources Department Manager [phone]
[phone] fax
[phone] wvow.Smclnc.com
Table of Contents
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1.0 Introduction ...........................................................................................................................1
1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................................ 1
1.2 Data Review ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Field Survey ........................................................................................................................ 2
2.0 Protected Species ................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Federal and State Listed Threatened and Endangered Species .......................................... 4
3.0 Survey Results and Conclusions ......................................................................................... 10
3.1 Threatened and Endangered Species Survey Results ....................................................... 10
4.0 References ............................................................................................................................15
List of Tables
Table 1
Table 2
Appendices
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Listings of Federal Protected Species in Wake
County
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program Listings of Federal and State Protected
Species in Wake County
Figures
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Threatened and Endangered Species Report S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Approximately 49 Acre Tract -Holly Springs December 20, 2005
1.0 Introduction
S&ME Inc. S&ME has been contracted by WRS, Inc. to perform a threatened and endangered
species survey on a proposed development site located in Wake County, North Carolina. The site
evaluated is approximately 49 acres in size and located southwest of the intersection of Main
Street (NC Highway 55 By-Pass) and Ralph Stevens Road in Holly Springs, North Carolina
(Figure 1).
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this study was to identify federal and state listed species in the proximity of the
above referenced site, conduct a field survey for the presence or absence of suitable habitat for
the identified species, and to form a professional opinion of the biological effects development of
the site may have on listed species.
1.2 Data Review
Information concerning the occurrence of federal and state protected species in the study area
was gathered from the following sources:
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, list of species with federal designations of
Endangered, Threatened, and Species of Concern website: (http:111vww.nc-
es fws.gov/es/es.html)
• US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) species information website:
(http:/le»dangered. ivs.govhvrldli e.hoid
• North Carolina Natural Heritage Program, database of rare plant and
animal species, natural communities and special animal habitats known to
North Carolina (http:Ilils.tutc.edu/parlcproject/rtlip/iiifo.htm)
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According to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Red cockaded woodpecker (Picoides
borealis), Dwarf wedge mussel (Alasmidonta heterodon), and Michaux's sumac (Rhos
michauxii) are listed as federal endangered species in Wake County, North Carolina. The Bald
Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is listed as a federal threatened species. Fourteen species have
a federal species of concern status according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program lists the Red cockaded woodpecker, the Dwarf wedge
mussel, and Michaux's sumac as both federal and state endangered species. The Bald Eagle
(Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is listed as both a state and federal threatened species. The Yellow
Lance (Elliptio lanceolata), Atlantic Pigtoe (Fusconaia masoni), Green Floater (Lasmigona
subviridis) are listed as state endangered with a federal species of concern status. The Littleleaf
Sneezeweed (Helenium brevifolium) and Carolina Least Trillium (Trillium pusillunt var
pusillum) are listed as state endangered, with the Carolina Least Trillium having a federal species
of concern status. The Eastern Tiger Salamander (Anibystoma tigrinum), Least Brook Lamprey
(Lainpetra aepyptera), Triangle Floater (Alasmidonta undulate), Roanoke Slabshell (Elliptio
roanokensis), Eastern Lampshell (Lanipsilis radiate radiate), Creeper (Strophitus undulates),
Bog spicebush (Lindera subcoriacea), Piedmont Quillwort (Isoetes piedniontana), Small's
Portulaca (Portulaca sntallii), Low Wild-petunia (Ruellia humilis), and Grassleaf Arrowhead
(Sagittaria graminea var iveatherbiana) have a state listing as threatened according to the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program and with the Bog Spicebush having a federal species of
concern status.
1.3 Field Survey
On September 20, 2005, S&ME staff conducted a field survey to evaluate the property for the
presence of suitable habitat for Wake County's federal and state listed threatened and
endangered species. Photographs from this field survey are contained in Appendix II.
The approximately 49 acre site is currently developed with five single-family homes and a
mobile liome located on the northeastern portion of the site. The majority of the property
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within the fallow fields included tall fescue (Festuca arundiuacea), dog fennel (Eupatonium
capillifolium), and ragweed (Ambrosia artemisiifolia). The agricultural fields were not
considered suitable habitat for protected species. An approximately 5.4 acre pond is located near
the south central portion of the site. A mowed corridor of tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea)
separates the pond from the adjacent agricultural fields. Based on the feature's shape and
location within upland soils (Norfolk and Orangeburg Series), it is our opinion that the pond was
man-made and constructed within a natural drainage area. This feature was verified as
jurisdictional on August 25, 2005 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during an onsite
meeting.
Approximately 0.49 acre of a pond is located just south of the 5.4 acre man-made pond and the
two features are divided by a man-made dam. Wetlands adjacent to the open-water pond
consisted of red maple (Ater rubruru), sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua), willow (Salix,
spp), bullrush (Juucus effusus), and multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora). A corridor between the
wetland and adjacent agricultural field included turkey oak (Quercus laevis), sweet gum
(Liquidambar styraciflua), tulip poplar (Liriodeudron tulipifera) and honeysuckle (Louicera
japonica).
Approximately 0.31 acres of jurisdictional wetlands were present within a low-lying area
southeast of the onsite houses, and west of NC Hwy 55 By-Pass as verified by the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers on September 27, 2005. The vegetation within the wetland was dominated
by shrub/scrub and herbaceous species including red maple (Ater rubrunt), willow (Salix, spp.)
bullrush (Juucus effusus), multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora), knotweed (Polygouum, spp.)
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2.0 Protected Species
Species with the federal status of Endangered (E), Threatened (T), are protected under provisions
of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (16 USC 1531-1543). This act requires that any
action likely to affect a species classified as federally protected, be subject to review by the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Species with state designations Endangered (E) or Threatened (T) are granted protection by the
North Carolina General Statute 113-331 et seq. 106-202.12. Legal protection under North
Carolina law regulates the possession, propagation, or sale of any federal or state listed
Threatened or Endangered fish or wildlife species.
2.1 Federal and State Listed Threatened and Endangered Species
As shown in Table 1 for Wake County, North Carolina there are three species listed with a
federal status of endangered, one listed as threatened, and fourteen species listed as federal
species of concern according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website (http:11nc-
es fivs.gov/esles.htnil), accessed September 20, 2005.
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program website was accessed to search for North
Carolina's rare plant and animal species, natural communities, and special animal habitats.
Results of this search for Wake County, North Carolina are listed in Table 2. Eight species are
listed with a state status of endangered, and twelve species are listed as state threatened
according to the North Carolina Natural Heritage website database
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Table 1
US Fish and Wildlife Service Listings of Federal Protected Species in Wake County
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Red-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis E
Dwarf wedge mussel Alasmidonta heterondon E
Michaux's sumac Rhus michauxii E
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucoce halus T
Bachman's sparrow Ahnophila aestivalis FSC
Carolina darter Etheostonta collis le idinion FSC
"Neuse" madtom Noturus uriosus population 1 FSC
Pinewoods shiner Lythrurus matutinus FSC
Southeastern myotis Afyotis austroriparius FSC
Southern hognose snake Heterodon sintus FSC
Atlantic pigtoe Fusconaia masoni FSC
Diana fritillary butterfly Speyeria diana FSC
Green floater Lasmigona subviridus FSC
Yellow lance Elliptio lanceolata FSC
Bog spicebush Lindera subcoriacea FSC
Carolina least trillium Trillium pusillum var. pusillum FSC
Flatrock panic grass Panicum lithophilum FSC
Sweet pinesap Alonotropsis odorata FSC
Protection Status
E: Listed Endangered - A taxon in danger of extinction through all of a significant portion of its
range
T: Listed Threatened - A taxon in danger of becoming endangered in the foreseeable future
FSC: S ecies of Concern - A taxon that ma or ma not be listed in the future
Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Information Service xcbsite. Accessed September 20. 2005. hup://nc-
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Common Name Scientific Name Federal
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Red-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis E E
Michaux's sumac Rhus michauxii E E
Dwarf wed Temussel Alasmidonta heterodon E E
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucoce halus T T
Yellow Lance Elli do lmtceolata FSC E
Atlantic Pi toe Fusconaia masoni FSC E
Green Floater Lasnti ona subviridis FSC E
Littleleaf Sneezeweed Helenium brevi oliunt --- E
Carolina Least Trillium Trillium usillum var usillum FSC E
Eastern Tiger Salamander Antb stoma ti rinum --- T
Least Brook Lamprey Lam etra ae ' tera --- T
Triangle Floater Alasmidonta undulate --- T
Roanoke Slabshcll Elli do roanokensis --- T
Eastern Lam sliell Lena sills radiate radiate --- T
Creeper Stro hitus undulatus --- T
Bo S icebusli Lindera subcoriacea FSC T
Piedmont uillwort Isoetes icdmontana --- T
Small's Portulaca Portulaca smallii --- T
Low Wild-petunia Ruellia lu n lis --- T
Grassleaf Arrowhead Sa >ittaria raminea var wcatherbiana --- T
Protection Status
E: Listed Endan veered - A taxon in danger of extinction through all of a significant portion of its range
T: Listed Threatened - A taxon in danger of becoming endangered in the foreseeable future
FSC: S ecies of Concern - A taxon that may or ma not be listed in the future (not a legal status
1 Source: Natural Heritage Program tirebsite. Accessed September 20, 2005. http://ils.enc.edu/parkproject/liltp/info.htm.
Red-cockaded woodpecker (Alasntidonta heterodon) - Endangered
The red-cockaded woodpecker relies upon stands of large, live pine trees, typically 60 years of
age or older. Southern pines such as the Longleaf pine (Pious halustris) and Loblolly pine
(Pines taeda) are used by the species to develop nesting and roosting cavities. Foraging habitats
include stands of pines and pine/hardwood mixes that are 30 years or more in age and the birds
prefer trees that are 10 inches in diameter or larger. An adequate foraging habitat may be
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Freshwater Mussels
Over sixty freshwater mussel species are known to inhabit North Carolina with the majority of
these species being listed as either state endangered, state threatened, or state species of concern.
The Yellow Lance (Elliptio lanceolata), Atlantic Pigtoe (Fuscouaia ntasoni), Green Floater
(Lasmigona subviridis) are listed as state threatened for Wake County, according to the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program. The Triangle Floater (Alasmidonta undulate), Roanoke
Slabsliell (Elliptio roanokensis), Eastern Lampshell (Lanipsilis radiate radiate), and Creeper
(Strophitus undulatus) are listed as state threatened for Wake County.
Freshwater mussels live in hinged calcium based shells, burrowing in stream substrates. Water is
drawn into their shells and filtered for food and oxygen. The majority of North Carolina's
freshwater mussel species require flowing streams with fair to excellent water quality. At the
same time however, the above mentioned species differ in their preference of stream substrates
(sandy, clayey, gravel, or boulders) and stream velocity (slow flowing pools verses more rapid
riffles).
Alichaux's Sumac - (Rhos michauxii) -Endangered
Michaux's sumac is a hairy, rhizomatous shrub with stems reaching 1 to 3 feet in height. The
shrub produces greenish yellow to white flowers between June and July and fruit between
August and October. The plant species grows in areas of sandy or rocky, basic soils near open
woods that have been periodically disturbed from roadsides, prescribed fires, highway rights-of
way, or on the edges of maintained clearings.
Bald Eagle - (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) - Threatened
The Bald Eagle is an endangered raptor known to inhabit shorelines of large bodies of water.
The species feeds on primarily fish, however sometimes preying on birds, small mammals, and
turtles. Nests are constructed of large sticks, pine needles, and grasses on pine or cypress trees in
North Carolina and can measure up to six feet across.

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Littleleaf Sneezeweed - (Hclenium brevifoliunt)- State Endangered
The Littleleaf Sneezeweed is a perennial herb with several stems that protrude from a crown.
Basal leaves are present at the time yellow or reddish flowers are produced. The plant species
has been known to inhabit pond and wetland habitats.
Carolina Least Trillium - (Trillium pussilluna var pusillum) - State Endangered, TSC
The Carolina Least Trillium is a small flowering plant that inhabits wetlands of bottomland
forests with small streams. The species prefers shade and produces a solitary white to pink
flower between March and early May. Activities such as logging or creation of drainage ditches,
may be detrimental to the species based on the drying affect it may have on the soils.
Eastern Tiger Salamander - (Ambystonia tigrinian) - State Threatened
The Eastern Tiger Salamander is an amphibian with a sturdy body, large head, and rounded
snout. Its body is typically blue-black or brownish black in color with yellow spots on its back
and sides. The species averages 7 to 8 inches in length and spends the majority of its life
underground, except during times of heavy rain or for breeding. The salamander utilizes small
ponds, marshes, or other permanent bodies of water for breeding and forages in adjacent sandy
pine stands.
Least Brook Lamprey - (Lampetra aepyptera) - State Threatened
The Least Brook Lamprey is a long-bodied freshwater fish that feeds on microscopic organic
material found in clear, creeks and small rivers. Larvae utilize quiet water along pools, back
water, or spring fed wetlands of sandy or clayey bottomed streams. Spawning occurs in late
winter or spring and eggs are deposited along gravelly riffle sections of streams.
Bog Spicebush - (Lindera subcoriacea) - State Threatened, FSC
The Bog Spicebush is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub reaching 1 to 2 meters in height with
bluish green upper leaves and hairy, pale green lower leaves. Small, yellow flowers in clusters
of three or four appear in early spring. Habitat requirements include moist to wet, shrub
dominated wetlands with mucky peat. The bog spicebush has been found in wetlands bordering
headwater streams.
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Piedmont Quillivort - (Isoetes piedniontana) - State Threatened
The Piedmont Quillwort is a perennial fern with leaves 3 to 6 inches in length containing white
megaspores. Habitat requirements include shaded areas along bottomland forested wetlands of
® creeks and rivers.
Small's Portulaca - (Portulaca smallii) - State Threatened
The Small's Portulaca is a flowering plant with paddle shaped leaves, known to survive in
Piedmont regions. Its habitat includes open, unshaded areas with scattered trees on dry, sandy
soils.
Low Wild-Petunia - (Ruellia humilis) - State Threatened
The Low Wild-Petunia is flowering plant with erect stems and funnel shaped blue to purple
flowers. The species can tolerate full sunlight and can thrive in dry, rocky soils that are shallow
to bedrock.
Grassleaf Arrowhead (Sagittat-ia gran inea vat- tiveatherbiana)- State Threatened
The Grassleaf Arrowhead is a perennial herb with long basal leaves and whorls of flowers with
three white petals. The plant species utilizes ponds and wetlands with constant but moderate
water flow.
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3.0 Survey Results and Conclusions
'- The approximately 49 acre property was reviewed during a field survey to evaluate its habitat
suitability for Wake County's federal and state endangered and threatened species. The
conclusions of this survey are based solely on our data review and the findings from our field
survey.
3.1 Threatened and Endangered Species Survey Results
RED-COCKADED WOODPECKER (Picoides borealis)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
The Red-cockaded woodpecker depends on large tracts of old, live pine stands for nesting, and
foraging stands with tree diameters of 10 inches or larger. The proposed project is not expected
to impact large tracts of old, live, pine stands in Wake County, and should not impact the Red-
cockaded woodpecker or its habitat.
YELLOW LANCE (Elliptio lanceolata),
ATLANTIC PIGTOE (Fusconaia masoni),
GREEN FLOATER (Lasmigona subviridis),
TRIANGLE FLOATER (Alasmidonta undulate),
ROANOKE SLABSHELL (Elliptio roanokensis),
EASTERN LANIPSHELL (Lampsilis radiate radiate),
CREEPER (Strophitus undulatus)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
® The freshwater mussel species listed as state threatened and endangered for Wake County, North
Carolina prefer stream habitats with fair to excellent water quality. No onsite streams were
identified during the field survey, and no streams were identified by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers during their August 25, 2005 onsite meeting. The proposed project is not expected to
impact streams within Wake County, and therefore, should not impact the above listed species of
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MICHAUX'S SUMAC - (Rhus michauxii)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Michaux's sumac requires sandy or rocky, basic soils, near open woods that have been
periodically disturbed from roadsides, prescribed fires, highway rights-of way, or on the edges of
maintained clearings. During the field survey no periodically disturbed areas were observed and
according to the Wake County soil survey, basic soils are not likely to be found within the
property's boundaries. The proposed project is not expected to impact periodically disturbed
areas with basic soils in Wake County and should not impact the Michaux's sumac or its habitat.
BALD EAGLE - (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Bald Eagle is known to inhabit near areas with large bodies of water, utilizing large pines or
cypress trees for nests. During the field survey an approximately 5.4 acre pond with an adjacent
0.49 acre pond were observed within the property's boundaries. No significantly large pines or
cypress trees were observed in the vicinity of the ponds. The proposed project is not expected to
impact large bodies of water with nearby cypress or pines in Wake County and should not impact
the Bald Eagle or its habitat.
LITTLELEAF SNEEZEWEED - (Heleuium brevifolium)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
During the field survey pond and wetland habitats were observed. Additional database searches
for the Littleleaf Sneezeweed resulted in no listing for the species within the USGS "Apex"
Quad according to the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program. Although potentially suitable
habitat for the species may be present within the property's boundaries, the species is not listed
as threatened or endangered for the USGS Quad that includes the subject property. Therefore ,
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CAROLINA LEAST TRILLIUM - (Trillium pussillum var pusillum)
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The Carolina Least Trillium is known to inhabit wetlands of shady bottomland forests along
small streams. During the field survey no streams or bottomland forested wetlands were
observed within the properties boundaries. The proposed project is not expected to impact
bottomland forested wetlands in Wake County and therefore, the project should not impact the
Carolina Least Trillium or its habitat.
EASTERN TIGER SALAMANDER - (Anibystana tigrinum)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Eastern Tiger Salamander utilizes small ponds, marshes, or other permanent bodies of water
located near sandy pine stands that it uses for foraging. During the field survey two small ponds
and a jurisdictional wetland were observed, however, adjacent stands of pines with sandy soils
were not observed within the property's boundaries. The proposed project is not expected to
impact stands of pine trees and should not impact the Eastern Tiger Salamander or its habitat.
LEAST BROOK LAMPREY - (Lampeb•a aepyptera)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Least Brook Lamprey requires clear creeks or small rivers with sandy or clayey substrates
for its habitat. During the field survey no onsite streams were observed and no streams were
identified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during their August 25, 2005 onsite meeting.
The proposed project is not expected to impact streams in Wake County and the project should
not impact the Least Brook Lamprey or its habitat.
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BOG SPICEBUSH - (Lindera subcor-iacea)
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The Bog spicebush is known to inhabit shrub dominated wetlands with mucky peat that border
head water streams. During the field survey no wetlands that border headwater streams were
observed. The proposed project is not expected to impact shrub dominated wetlands with mucky
peat soils in Wake County and should not impact the Bog spicebush or its habitat.
PIEDMONT QUILLWORT - (Isoetes piedmoutana)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Piedmont Quillwort requires shady bottomland forested wetlands of creeks and rivers.
During the field survey no bottomland forested wetlands were observed within the property's
boundaries. The project is not expected to impact bottomland forested wetlands in Wake County
and therefore should not impact the Piedmont Quillwort or its habitat.
SMALL'S PORTULACA - (Portulaca smallii)
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The Small's Portulaca requires open, unshaded areas with scattered trees on dry, sandy soils.
Fallow agricultural fields provided open, unshaded areas observed during the field survey. Due
to recent farming of the site, and competition from existing overgrown vegetation, it is unlikely
that suitable habitat for the Small's Portulaca exists within the properties boundaries. Therefore,
the project is not expected to impact the Small's Portulaca or its habitat.
LOW WILD-PETUNIA - (Ruellia humilis)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Low Wild-Petunia can tolerate full sunlight and can thrive in dry, rocky soils that are
shallow to bedrock. Fallow agricultural fields provided areas of full sunlight observed during
the field survey. Due to recent farming of the site, and competition from existing overgrown
vegetation, it is unlikely that suitable habitat for the Low wild-petunia exists within the
properties boundaries. The Wake County Soil Survey showed soil series within the properties
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boundaries were not mapped as shallow to bedrock. The project is not expected to impact the
Low wild-petunia or its habitat in Wake County.
GRASSLEAF ARROWHEAD (Sagittaria graininea var tiveatherbiana)
Biological Conclusion
NO EFFECT
During the field survey two ponds and a wetland were observed within the property's
boundaries. Additional database searches for the Grassleaf Arrowhead resulted in no listing for
the species within the USGS "Apex" Quad according to the North Carolina Natural Heritage
Program. Although potentially suitable habitat for the species may be present within the
property's boundaries, the species is not listed as threatened or endangered for the USGS Quad
that includes the subject property. Therefore, the proposed project is not expected to impact the
Grassleaf Arrowhead or its habitat.
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4.0 REFERENCES
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program Website. Accessed September 20, 2005.
littp://ils.unc.edu/parkproiect/nlip/info.litm
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, North Carolina Ecological Services Website. Accessed
September 20, 2005. littp://nc-es.fNvs.gov/es/es.litnil
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Website. Accessed September 20, 2005.
http://endangered.fxvs.gov/wildlife.litml
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Ms. Melanie McKinney
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Subject: Phase IA Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Study for Proposed Shopping Center in
Wake County, North Carolina
Dear Ms. McKimiey:
On October 26, 2005, TRC Garrow Associates hic. (TRC) conducted a limited surface inspection of an
approximately 50 acre tract near Holly Springs, North Carolina for proposed retail development (Figure
1). The inspection focused on undisturbed areas and standing structures within the project area and
architectural resources older than 50 years in age located within or immediately adjacent to the project
area. The project area is bordered by NC 55 on the east and surrounded on the north, west, and south, by
State Road 1114.
Literature Review
Prior to fieldwork, a background research was conducted at the North Carolina Office of State
Archaeology (OSA), the North Carolina State Archives, and the North Carolina State Historic
Preservation Office. This research included examination of archaeological sites, structures, and National
Register of Historic Places (NRHP) files, cemetery survey records, and cultural resource reports. The
background research gathered infonnation concerning the presence of known archaeological sites, historic
structures or cemeteries, or potential sites on or in close proximity to the project area.
® No archaeological sites or historic structures were previously documented on the project tract. Two
archaeological sites are recorded within one mile of the project area, 31 WAl 156 and 31 WA1256. Neither
site was found to be eligible for preservation after evaluation. Three historic structures located within one
roject tract are eligible for the NRHP
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The first historic structure, WA611, is located on the east side NC 55, 0.6 miles southeast of the project
area, and was reportedly destroyed.
The second historic structure, WA612, or the Richard L. Adams Farm, lies on the west side of NC 55 less
than a half mile southeast of the project area. The farm includes a Colonial Revival style foursquare
house, several domestic and agricultural outbuildings, tenant houses, pastures, and cultivated fields.
The third historic structure, WA613, is the Alsey J. "Jeff' Stephens Farm. Possibly due to the widening of
NC 55, the main house, well house, and kitchen have now been moved to the west down an unnamed
gravel road running south from SR 1114. The house is foursquare with Victorian and Craftsmen details
and originally included ten agricultural and domestic buildings, a tenant house, and cultivated fields.
Standing at the original location are the frame and metal shed, farm equipment building, barn, garage,
tobacco barn, and privy.

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Archaeological Reconnaissance
On October 26, 2005, a cultural resources reconnaissance survey was conducted on the proposed
shopping center tract by Tracy Martin, TRC Archaeologist. The survey consisted of a limited surface
inspection of those portions of the project area that were not disturbed. No subsurface investigation was
conducted and no artifacts were collected. The goal of this investigation was to document and
characterize the above-ground and obvious disturbances and to attempt to locate undisturbed areas within
the project area if they existed. Notes were kept in a field journal and general views of the project area
were taken with a digital camera.
The survey area is approximately 50 acres. Several small drainages traverse the project tract, and have
been somewhat altered by agricultural activities. The center of the project area consists of a man-made
pond with a house and cinder block building on lightly to moderately disturbed terrain (Figure 2). South
of the pond is a raised bank for vehicles with marsh to the south and southeast. The northern,
northwestern, western, southwestern, and southern portions of the project area consist of moderately
disturbed agricultural fields with 0% surface visibility (Figure 3). The southeastern area consists of the
aforementioned marshy terrain and some lightly wooded areas (Figure 4). Moderately disturbed
agricultural fields continue from the southeastern comer to the eastern side. The eastern point of the
project area consists of undisturbed heavily vegetated areas. The northeastern comer consists of
developed properties with little to no undisturbed ground due to construction (Figure 5). To the west of
this heavily vegetated area and south of the developed area lies a smaller agricultural field with 10% to
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15% surface visibility. Along the western edge of this field, three glass f ugments and one piece o
whiteware were found on the surface.
SUMMARY AND ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS
No previously recorded archaeological sites or architectural resources are located within the project tract.
The northeastern portion is highly disturbed from a recent housing development and construction of the
pond has altered the landscape in this portion of the tract. Much of the area is lightly to moderately
disturbed due to agricultural use of the land; however, the potential exists for intact prehistoric and
historic archaeological deposits to be present in the undisturbed portions of the tract. The proposed project
would be unlikely to have an adverse effect on the architectural resource WA612, but WA613 would
likely be visually impacted by any development on the southern portion of this tract.
Sincerely,
Tracy M in
Archaeologist

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US Army Corps PUBLIC NOTICE -- P? Of Engineers
Wilmington District pNec-v
Issue Date: January 11, 2006
Comment Deadline: February 10, 2006
Corps Action ID #: 200620291
The Wilmington District, Corps of Engineers (Corps) has received an application from
WRS, Inc., seeking Department of the Army authorization to impact 0.31 acre of riparian
wetlands and 5.4 acres of an open-water pond associated with the construction of a retail
center and the associated shops, outparcels, parking lots, roads and stormwater control
features in Wake County, North Carolina.
Specific plans and location information are described below and shown on the attached
plans. This Public Notice and all attached plans are also available on the Wilmington
District Web Site at www.saw.usace.armv.miI/wetIands
Applicant: WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, South Carolina 29804
AGENT (if applicable):
Authority
S & ME, Inc.
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro,-North Carolina 27410
The Corps will evaluate this application and a decide whether to issue, conditionally
issue, or deny the proposed work pursuant to applicable procedures of Section 404 of the
Clean Water Act.
Location
The site is located on the south and east side of Ralph Stevens Road, west of the NC 55
By-Pass in Holly Springs, Wake County, North Carolina. The project site is located
adjacent to wetlands hydrologically connected to an unnamed tributary of Basal Creek,
which drains into Neuse River Basin (Latitude and Longitude in Decidegrces: 35.6357
N; 78.8333 W).
Existing Site Conditions
The site indicated for the proposed development is approximately 49-acres in size and is
primarily composed of fallow agricultural fields bounded by wooded areas. Vegetation
within the fields includes tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea), dog fennel (Eupatoriutrt
capillifolitun), and ragweed (Ambrosia artendsiif6lia). Five single-family homes and a
mobile home are located on the northeastern portion of the property and would be
impacted by this proposal.
A 5.4-acre jurisdictional pond is located within an old pasture area/agricultural field.
Directly below the dam of this pond, a 0.49-acre pond exists with adjacent wetlands
composed of bulrush (Junct?s effiises), red maple (Acer ruhrtun), multiflora rose (Moser
multiflora), sweet gum (Liquidambar std wcilhia), and willow (Salir, spp.).
In addition, a 0.31-acre jurisdictional shrub/scrub wetland exists on the site, southeast of
the onsite houses, and west of NC Highway 55 By-Pass. The vegetation within this
wetland includes red maple, willow (Salir, spp.), bulrush, multiflora rose, and knotwced
(Polygonian, spp.).
Applicant's Stated Purpose
The project is to meet the retail needs of the public while providing job opportunities and
economic growth to Wake County.
Project Description
The project would involve the construction of a 203,819 square foot retail center with
43,200 square feet of retail shops, and five outlot parcels. Parking lots, access roads, and
necessary stormwater control features are also included within the proposal. The project
proposes to permanently impact a total of 0.31-acre of jurisdictional shrub/scrub riparian
wetlands and 5.4-acres of an open water pond.
The applicant proposed to mitigate for the impact to the 5.4-acre pond by creating a one-
acre palustrine, emergent wetland on site. This wetland would accept water from the
stormwater detention pond after moving through a forebay system as described below:
A four foot wide, two-foot tall berm would be constructed approximately 20 feet
from the inlet structure. This berm would be planted with a mix of three wetland
shrubs (Cephalanthus oceidentalis, Viburnum nuchun, and Clethra alnilolia) on 3-
foot centers. The berm would aid in moving water to the northern portion of the
wetland cell prior to it flowing to the outlet structure in the southeast corner of the
cell. Three groupings of plants would be planted within the cell. The plants
would serve as both aesthetically pleasing and provide seed/forage for small birds
and mammals. These plant mixtures are described as follows:
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1. Area #1 would be planted with a mix of Iris virginica and ,S'aurirrus
cernuus. They would be randomly mixed and planted on 246ot centers.
2. Area #2 would be planted with a mix of Poutederia cordala, and
Pellandra virgiuica. They would be randomly mixed and planted on 2-
foot centers.
Area 43 would be planted Nvith Acorns calanttts on 14oot centers. Within
this area a small. peanut shaped depression would be dug approximately
thirty inches deep. This would provide shallow, open water habitat for
amphibians, small reptiles, ducks and other aquatic birds and mammals.
The shallow, open water area would not be planted. but allowed to,
populate with natural recruits.
The emergent wetland cell outlet structure would be elevated approximately
12 inches. so that water would be retained within the cell, encouraging
infiltration into the bed of the cell and evaporation, assisting in prolonging the
hydroperiod.
The wetland cell bottom would be constructed to have microtopographic
relief. It would be varied in elevation to provide for varied depth habitats,
both shallow and deep. in a random fashion. Within one foot of the edge of
the cell, a row of Hibiscus moscheutus would be installed on 8-foot centers to
add forage for insects and birds.
To mitigate for the unavoidable impacts to the 0.31-acre shrub/scrub wetland, the
applicant proposes to utilize the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program
(NCEEP). In a letter dated November 23, 2005, the NCEEP indicated that they would
accept responsibility to provide 0.50-acre riparian wetlands mitigation up to a 2:1 ratio.
Other Required Authorizations
This notice and all applicable application materials are being forwarded to the appropriate
State agencies for review. The Corps will generally not make a final permit decision
until the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ) issues, denies. or waives
State certification required by Section 401 of the Clean Water Act (PL 92-500). The
receipt of the application and this public notice in the NCDWQ Central Office in Raleigh
serves as application to the NCDWQ for certification. A waiver will be deemed to occur
if the NCDWQ fails to act on this request for certification within sixty days of the date of
the receipt of this notice in the NCDWQ Central Office. Additional information
regarding the Clean Water Act certification may be reviewed at the NCDWQ Central
Office, 401 Oversight and Express Permits Unit, 2321 Crabtree Boulevard. Raleigh,
North Carolina 27604-2260. All persons desiring to make comments regarding the
application for certification under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act should do so in
writing delivered to the North Carolina Division of Water Quality (NCDWQ). 1650 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650 Attention: Ms Cyndi Karoly by
February 2, 2006.
Essential Fish Habitat
This notice initiates the Essential Fish Habitat (EFH) consultation requirements ofthe
Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act. The Corps' initial
determination is that the proposed project will not adversely impact EFH or associated
fisheries managed by the South Atlantic or Mid Atlantic Fishery Management Councils
or the National Marine Fisheries Service.
Cultural Resources
The Corps has consulted the latest published version of the National Register of Historic
Places and is not aware that any registered properties, or properties listed as being
eligible for inclusion therein are located within the project area or will be affected by the
proposed work. Presently, unknown archeological, scientific, prehistoric, or historical
data may be located within the project area and/or could be affected by the proposed
work.
Endangered Species
The Corps has reviewed the project area, examined all information provided by the
applicant and consulted the latest North Carolina Natural Heritage Database. Based on
available information, the Corps has determined pursuant to the Endangered Species Act
of 1973, that the proposed project will have no effect on federally listed endangered or
threatened species or their formally designated critical habitat.
Evaluation
The decision whether to issue a permit will be based on an evaluation of the probable
impacts, including cumulative impacts, of the proposed activity on the public interest.
That decision will reflect the national concern for both protection and utilization of
important resources. The benefit, which reasonably may be expected to accrue from the
proposal, must be balanced against its reasonably foreseeable detriments. All factors
which may be relevant to the proposal will be considered including the cumulative effects
thereof; among those are conservation, economics, aesthetics, general environmental
concerns, wetlands, historic properties, fish and wildlife values, flood hazards. flood plain
values (in accordance with Executive Order 11988), land use, navigation, shoreline
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erosion and accretion, recreation, water supply and conservation, water quality, energy
needs, safety, food and fiber production, mineral needs, considerations of property
ownership, and, in general, the needs and welfare of the people. For activities involving
the discharge of dredged or fill materials in waters of the United States, the evaluation of
the impact of the activity on the public interest will include application of the
Environmental Protection Agency's 404(b)(1) guidelines.
Commenting Information
The Corps of Engineers is soliciting comments from the public; Federal. State and local
agencies and officials, including any consolidate State Viewpoint or written position of
the Governor; Indian Tribes and other interested parties in order to consider and evaluate
the impacts of this proposed activity. Any comments received will be considered by the
Corps of Engineers to determine whether to issue, modify, condition or deny a permit for
this proposal. To make this decision, comments are used to assess impacts on endangered
species, historic properties, water quality, general environmental effects and the other
public interest factors listed above. Comments are used in the preparation of an
Environmental Assessment (EA) and/or an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS)
pursuant to the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA). Comments are also used to
determine the need for a public hearing and to determine the overall public interest of the
proposed activity.
Any person may request, in writing, within the comment period specified in this notice.
that a public hearing be held to consider the application. Requests for public hearings
shall state, with particularity, the reasons for holding a public hearing. Requests for a
public hearing shall be granted, unless the District Engineer determines that the issues
raised are insubstantial or there is otherwise no valid interest to be served by a hearing.
Written comments pertinent to the proposed work, as outlined above, will be received
by the Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District, until 5pm, February 10, 2006.
Comments should be submitted to Mr. Monte Matthews, Raleigh Regulatory Field
Office, 6508 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 120, Raleigh, North Carolina, 27615.
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Reference: Additional Copies of Request for 401 Modification
Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ #060002; USACE Action ID No. 200620291
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Ms. Karoly:
Please find attached five (5) complete permit application sets as you requested for review of the
proposed modification to DWQ#060002, Holly Springs Retail Site 401 Certification.
Compensatory Mitigation Using the EEP Program
Please note that based on the attached NCDWQ letter dated May 11, 2006, from Mr. John
Dorney, payment into the NCEEP fund for 1 acre of non-riparian wetlands will be made in lieu
of the former proposal for an onsite wetland creation. A letter of acceptance from EEP is attached
and dated May 5, 2006. We understand that the wetland creation will be constructed as part of the
proposed Stonnwater Management Plan, and will be subject to conditions of the stormwater
management plan approval. A final Stormwater Management Plan will be submitted by Freeland
and Kauffinan, Inc. through the NCDWQ Express Permitting Program.
S&ME, INC. / 3718 Old Battleground Road / Greensboro, NC 27410 / p 336.288.7180 / 336.288.8980 / www.smeinc.uum
Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Holly Springs Retail Site, DWQ#060002 April 14, 2006
Thank you for considering this request to modify the 401 Certification conditions. If you have
questions in regards to the requests or require additional information please feel free to call us at
[phone].
Sincerely,
S&ME, Inc.
Melanie McKinney ill Noel, R.F.
Natural Resources Professional enior Ecologist
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Attachments: Letter of Acceptance from EEP dated May 5, 2006
NCDWQ Letter dated May 11, 2006
NCDWQ Letter dated April 19, 2006
S&ME Letter Request for Modification to 401 Certification dated April 14, 2006
Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification and Authorization Certificate
Copy of 404 Individual Permit Application dated December 20, 2005
cc: Mr. Art Kepes, WRS, Inc.
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May 5, 2006
Melanie McKinney
S&ME, Inc.
3718 Old Battleground Avenue
Greensboro, NC 27410
Project: Holly Springs Retail Site County: Wake
The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NC EEP) is willing to
accept payment for impacts associated with the above referenced project. Please note that this decision does not assure that
the payment will be approved by the permit issuing agencies as mitigation for project impacts. It is the responsibility of the
applicant to contact these agencies to determine if payment to the NC EEP will be approved.
This acceptance is valid for six months from the date of this letter. If we have not received a copy of the issued 404
Permit/401 Certification witliin this time frame, this acceptance will expire. It is the applicant's responsibility to send
copies of the 404/401/CAMA permits to NC EEP. Once NC EEP receives a copy of the 404 Permit and/or the 401
Certification an invoice will be issued and payment must be made.
Based on the information supplied by you the impacts that may require compensatory mitigation are summarized in the
following table.
River Basin Wetlands Stream Buffer Buffer
Cataloging (Acres) (Linear Feet) Zone 1 Zone 2
Unit (Sq. Ft.) (Sq. Ft.)
Ri arian Non-Riparian Coastal Marsh Cold Cool Warm
Neuse 0 1.00 0 0 -6 0 0 0
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Upon receipt of payment, EEP will take responsibility for providing the compensatory mitigation for the permitted impacts
up to a 2:1 ratio, (buffers, Zone 1 at a 3:1 ratio and Zone 2 at a 1.5:1 ratio). The type and amount of the compensatory
mitigation will be as specified in the Section 404 Permit and/or 401 Water Quality Certification, and/or CAMA Permit. The
mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the N. C. Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Chris Mankoff at [phone].
bincerely,
p .9 . am D. Gilmore, PE
Director
cc: Cyndi Karoly, Wetlands/401 Unit
Monte Matthews, USACE - Raleigh
Eric Kulz, DWQ Regional Office - Raleigh
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May 11, 2006
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc,
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29804
RE: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ 906002, USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
Dear Mr. Price;
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department or Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, F.L. Director
Division of Water Quality
Recent e-mails and phone conversations with Melanie McKinney of S&ME brought forth WRS, hic's interest in
removing the on-site wetland creation as part of the mitigation requirement, and solely-accounting for the credits
with payment to EEP. DWQ does not require mitigation for the 0.31 acres of wetland impact, so this mitigation
allowance will apply only to the Army Corps of Engineers.
However, DWQ's approval of the 401 Water Quality Certification was issued based on the on-site wetland
creation being part of the storm water management plan. The created wetland must still be constructed as part of
the stormwater management or an alternative design must be submitted. "A final, written stormwater
management plan (including a signed and notarized Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in
writing by this Office before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur." as stated in Condition 11 of
the Approval letter dated March 13, 2006. This condition addresses what components must be included in the
plan and it addresses special conditions required for Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW).
This letter in no way responds to the current request for modification that our office has on file. The modification
request will be processed once our office has received the complete package for that modification request.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us. If you have any questions concerning Stormwater
Management plans you may contact Sam Aghimien at [phone].
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Melanie McKinney, S&ME, Inc. 3718 Old
Monte Matthews, USACOE, Raleigh Regu
USACOE- Wilmington District
Eric Kulz, DWQ-RRO
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Colcen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
April 19, 2006
DWQ # 06-0002 V2
Wake County
CERTIFIED MAIL
S&ME, Inc.
Attn: Melanie McKinney
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
Subject: Holly Springs Retail Site
Application Sets
Ms. McKinney:
On April 17, 2006 the Wetlands/401 Unit of the Division of Water Quality received the project modification
correspondence on behalf of WRS, Inc. for a retail center in Wake County, North Carolina. We acknowledge
receipt of the applicable fee; however, the project has been placed on hold for the following reason:
1. DWQ requires five (5) complete permitting application sets, associated project maps and documents
In order for DWQ to begin review and process your request, we ask that you meet the above criteria. This
project remains on hold pending receipt of the application sets. Please reference DWQ # noted above on all future
correspondence
If you have any questions regarding this letter please do not hesitate to call Ian McMillan or me at [phone].
ncerely,
Cyndi Karoly, Supervisor
401 Oversight/Express Review Unit
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cc: WRS, Inc., Mr. Art Kepes, 2361 South Centennial Ave, Aiken, SC 29803
Eric Kulz, DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
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1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Ralcigh, NC 27604-2260 (Location)
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April 14, 2006
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401/Wetlands Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Attention: Ms. Cyndi Karoly
Reference: Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification
Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ #060002; USACE Action ID No. 200620291
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Ms. Karoly:
S&ME would like to submit on behalf of WRS, Inc. a request for a modification to the 401 Water
Quality Certification DWQ#060002, dated March 13, 2006, for the Holly Springs Retail Site, in
Wake County, North Carolina. Please find attached a copy of the 404 Individual Permit
Application that was submitted on December 20, 2005. Included in this letter are responses to
Conditions of the Certification and requests for modifications.
Compensatory Mitigation Using the EEP Program
Based on a phone conversation between Melanie McKinney with S&ME, Inc. and Monte
Matthews with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Raleigh Regulatory Field Office on
April 3, 2006, it is our understanding that the USACE will accept payment into the North Carolina
Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) for impacts to 0.31 acre of wetlands at a ratio of 2:1 for
non-riparian wetlands. S&ME confirmed this ratio with NCDWQ representative Ian McMillan,
during an April 3, 2006 phone conversation. We propose that the 401 Certification be revised to
reflect these changes.
SWE, Inc. [phone]
3718 Old Battleground Road [phone] fax
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 [phone] www.snicinc.com

Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Holly Springs Retail Site, DWQ#060002 April 14, 2006
A letter Request for Changes in Wetland Credits is attached and was submitted to David Robinson
with EEP on April 6, 2006. S&ME has not received a letter response from EEP to date. A
response from EEP will be forwarded to NCDWQ upon receipt.
S&ME would like to request on behalf of WRS, Inc., that the time frame associated with fulfilling
Condition 7 of the 401 Water Quality Certification, be extended to allow payment into EEP "prior
to wetland impacts", rather than within one month of issuance of the 401 Certification. This
request is based on circumstances that allow WRS, Inc. to purchase property only after all items of
due diligence have been satisfied. WRS, Inc. anticipates that all items of due diligence will be
satisfied by July 2006.
Wetland Monitoring
According to Condition 8 of the 401 Certification, initiation of data collection for wetland
monitoring (including well and rainfall data) must begin prior to wetland impacts. Based upon
site plans for the proposed constructed wetland, construction and monitoring of this area can only
occur after the open-water wetland has been impacted. S&ME plans to initiate data collection,
including well and rainfall data, after impacts have occurred and the created wetland has been
constructed.
Diffuse Flow
According to the NCDWQ's Buffer Detennination made by NCDWQ representative Eric Kulz,
on September 20, 2005, it is our understanding that the onsite features are not subject to the Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules and no protected stream buffers are located within the property's
boundaries. S&ME would like to clarify that the proposed stormwater management plan for this
site is not designed to provide diffuse flow through constructed stonnwater conveyance outlets (as
described in Condition 9), based upon the NCDWQ detennination of no stream buffers.
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Request for Modification, 401 Water Quality Certification S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Holly Springs Retail Site, DWQ#060002 April 14, 2006
Deed Notifications
S&ME would like to request on behalf of WRS, Inc. that the time frame associated with fulfilling
Condition 10 of the 401 Water Quality Certification be revised to allow a deed notification to be
in place "prior to wetland impacts" rather than within 30 days issuance of the 401 or 404 Pen-nit.
This request is based on circumstances that allow WRS, Inc. to purchase property only after all
items of due diligence have been satisfied. WRS, Inc. anticipates all items of due diligence will
be satisfied by July 2006.
Certificate of Completion
WRS, Inc. did not receive a Certificate of Completion with receipt of the 401 Certification, which
is required for completion of Condition 13.
Closing
Thank you for considering this request to modify the 401 Certification conditions. If you have
questions in regards to the requests or require additional information please feel free to call us at
[phone].
Sincerely,
S&ME, Inc.
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Melanie McKinney Bill Noel, R.F. ?w
Natural Resources Professional Senior Ecologist
Attacluments: Approval of 401 Water Quality Certification and Authorization Certificate
S&ME Letter Request for Change in EEP Credits
Copy of 404 Individual Pennit Application dated December 20, 2005
cc: Mr. Art Kepes, WRS, Inc.
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
March 13, 2006
Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken; SC 29804
Re: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ #060002; USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and AUTHORIZATION CERTIFICATE
per the Neuse River Buffer Protection Rules (15A NCAC 211 .0233) with Additional
Conditions
Dear Mr. Price:
Attached hereto is a copy of Certification No. 3564 issued to Mr. Jim Price of WRS, Inc., dated
March 13, 2006. This letter shall also act as your approved Authorization Certificate for impacts
to the protected riparian buffers per 15A NCAC 2B.0233. In addition, you should get any other
federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but not limited
to) Solid Waste, Sediment and Erosion Control, Stormwater, Dam Safety, Non-discharge and
Water Supply Watershed regulations.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us.
AWK/cbk
Sincerely,
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Alan W. Klimek, P.E.
Attachments: NCDWQ Summary of Permanent Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
Certificate of Completion
cc: U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
Wilmington District, USACOE
Eric Kulz, DWQ, Raleigh Regional Office
DLR Raleigh Regional Office
File Copy
Central Files
S&ME, Inc., 3718 Old Battleground Road, Greensboro, NC 27410
Filename: 060002HollySpringsRetailSite(Wake)401 IC
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March 13, 2006
NORTH CAROLINA 401 WATER QUALITY CERTIFICATION
THIS CERTIFICATION is issued in conformity with the requirements of Section 401 Public
Laws 92-500 and 95-217 of the United States and subject to the North Carolina Division of Water
Quality (DWQ) Regulations in 15 NCAC 2H, Section.0500 to Mr. Jim Price of the WRS, Inc., to
fill 0.31 acres of jurisdictional wetland and 5.4 acres of open water pond the Neuse River Basin,
associated with the construction of the Holly Springs Retail Site located on the south and east side
of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Holly Springs, Wake County, North Carolina,
pursuant to an application filed by Public Notice by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the 11 ch
day of January of 2006 (received by DWQ on January 17, 2006), and in additional correspondence
received November 29, 2005, March 3, 2006 and March 7, 2006.
The application and supporting documentation provides adequate assurance that the proposed
work will not result in a violation of applicable Water Quality Standards and discharge
guidelines. Therefore, the State of North Carolina certifies that this activity will not violate the
applicable portions of Sections 301, 302, 303, 306, 307 of PL 92-500 and PL 95-217 if
conducted in accordance with the application, the supporting documentation, and conditions
hereinafter set forth.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design submitted in the application materials and
as described in the Public Notice. If the project is changed, prior to notification a new
application for a new Certification is required. If the property is sold, the new owner must be
given a copy of the Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying
with all conditions of this Certification. Any new owner must notify the Division and request the
Certification be issued in their name. Should wetland or stream fill be requested in the future,
additional compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6)
and (7). If any plan revisions from the approved site plan result in a change in stream or wetland
impact or an increase in impervious surfaces, the DWQ shall be notified in writing and a new
application for 401 Certification may be required. For this approval to be valid, compliance with
the conditions listed below is required.
Conditions of Certification:
1. Impacts Approved
The following impacts are hereby approved as long as all of the other specific and
general conditions of this Certification (or Isolated Wetland Permit) are met. No other
impacts are approved including incidental impacts:
Amount Approved
(Units) Plan Location or Reference
404/CAMA Wetlands 0.31 acres PN and Construction Plans
Open water and 5.4 acres PN and Construction Plans
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Sediment and Erosion Control:
2. Erosion and sediment control practices must be in full, compliance with all specifications
governing the proper design, installation and operation and maintenance of such Best
Management Practices in order to protect surface waters standards:
a. The erosion and sediment control measures for the project must be designed,
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with the most recent version of the
North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control Planning and Design Manual.
b. The design, installation, operation, and maintenance of the sediment and erosion
control measures must be such that they equal, or exceed, the requirements specified
in the most recent version of the North Carolina Sediment and Erosion Control
Manual. The devices shall be maintained on all construction sites, borrow sites, and
waste pile (spoil) projects, including contractor-owned or leased borrow pits
associated with the project.
c. Sufficient materials required for stabilization and/or repair of erosion control
measures and stormwater routing and treatment shall be on site at all times.
3. No waste, spoil, solids, or fill of any kind shall occur in wetlands, waters, or riparian areas
beyond the footprint of the impacts depicted in the 404/401Permit Application. All
construction activities, including the design, installation, operation, and maintenance of
sediment and erosion control Best Management Practices, shall be performed so that no
violations of state water quality standards, statutes, or rules occur;
4. Sediment and erosion control measures shall not be placed in wetlands or waters to the
maximum extent practicable. If placement of sediment and erosion control devices in
wetlands and waters is unavoidable, they shall be removed and the natural grade restored
within six months of the date that the Division of Land Resources has released the project;
5. Protective Fencing - The outside buffer, wetland or water boundary and along the
construction corridor within these boundaries approved under this authorization shall be
clearly marked with orange warning fencing (or similar high visibility material) for the
areas that have been approved to infringe within the buffer, wetland or water prior to any
land disturbing activities to ensure compliance with 15A NCAC 2B .0233. and GC 3404;
Continuing Compliance:
6. Mr. Jim Price and the WRS, Inc., shall conduct construction activities in a manner
consistent with State water quality standards (including any requirements resulting from
compliance with section 303(d) of the Clean Water Act) and any other appropriate
requirements of State law and federal law. If the Division determines that such standards
or laws are not being met (including the failure to sustain a designated or achieved use) or
that State or federal law is being violated, or that further conditions are necessary to
assure compliance, the Division may reevaluate and modify this Certification to include
conditions appropriate to assure compliance with such standards and requirements in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0507(d). Before modifying the Certification, the
Division shall notify Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC and the US Army Corps of
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Engineers, provide public notice in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0503 and provide
opportunity for public hearing in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0504. Any new or
revised conditions shall be provided to Mr. Jim Price and/or the WRS, Inc., NC in
writing, shall be provided to the United States Army Corps of Engineers for reference in
any Permit issued pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and shall also become
conditions of the 404 Permit for the project;
Mitigation:
7. Compensatory Mitigation Using the Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP)
Mitigation must be provided for the proposed impacts as specified in the table below. We
understand that you wish to make a payment to the Wetlands Restoration Fund
administered by the NC Ecosystem Enhancement Program (EEP) to meet this mitigation
requirement. This has been determined by the DWQ to be a suitable method to meet the
mitigation requirement. Until the EEP receives and clears your check (made payable to:
DENR - Ecosystem Enhancement Program Office), no impacts specified in this
Authorization Certificate shall occur. The EEP should be contacted at [phone] if
you have any questions concerning payment into a restoration fund. You have one month
from the date of this approval to make this payment. For accounting purposes, this
Authorization Certificate authorizes payment into the Wetlands Restoration Fund
to meet the following compensatory mitigation requirement:
Compensatory Mitigation
Required minimum River and Sub-basin Number
404/LAMA Wetland 0.31 acres Neuse/03020201
Planting Plan, and Monitoring and Maintenance For On-site Created Wetland:
8. Planting Plan -
A creation plan and monitoring plan must be approved prior to construction of the
proposed created wetland. The monitoring plan must show well location, size, number,
and location of vegetation plots and type of data to be collected during the growing
season (include percent bare ground). In addition to the above, you must also address
success criteria which is 12.5 percent demonstrated hydrology, and 50 percent vegetative
cover or 75 percent survivability. The created wetland must be monitored for 5 years.
The DWQ does not allow early completion. Monitoring wells must be placed in elevated
areas of the site. Finally, the planting plan should include a primary wetland species (e.g.
Sagittaria latifolia or Scirpus sp.). This Plan must be submitted to the DWQ within 60
days of the date of this 401 Water Quality Certification approval.
Wetland Monitoring Plan -
Physical monitoring of wetlands is required annually as a condition of this Certification.
If wetland impacts are determined to have occurred (these impacts may include
indications of instability, eroding, sloughing, subsidence, collapse, and/or removal of the
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hydrology) the owner or authorized agent shall notify the NCDWQ Raleigh Regional
Office in writing. This notification shall be sent to the Regional Office within 24 lirs of
first knowledge of these impacts or the first business day thereafter and shall include a
detailed explanation of the nature of the problem.
Physical monitoring of wetlands for instability, eroding, sloughing, subsidence, collapse,
and/or removal of the hydrology of wetlands (monitoring frequency- annual). This
monitoring may be accomplished by visual inspection of the wetland areas while
conducting well maintenance efforts.
Wells required by this Certification must be properly installed and properly maintained
for 5 years after the Division of Land Resources releases the site unless otherwise
approved in writing by NCDWQ.
All well data must be provided annually to DWQ along with a written account of the
hydrological status of the wetlands on the tract (by June 1 of each year).
At a minimum, daily water table levels must be recorded from all wells and daily rainfall
must be collected by the monitoring gages and rain gages (this data must be collected and
available for NCDWQ review). At a minimum, monthly datalogger downloads, well and
well site inspections/maintenance must occur for the monitoring duration depicted in
conditions of this certification. Initiation of data collection (including well and rainfall
data) must begin prior to impacts of wetlands. This Plan must be submitted to Raleigh
Regional Office within 60 days for Division of Water Quality approval.
Diffuse Flow:
9. Diffuse Flow
All constructed stormwater conveyance outlets shall be directed and maintained as
diffuse flow at non-erosive velocities through the protected stream buffers such that it
will not re-concentrate before discharging into a stream as identified within 15A NCAC
2B .0233 (5). If this is not possible, it may be necessary to provide stormwater facilities
that are considered to remove nitrogen. This may require additional approval from this
Office.
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Deed Notifications:
10. Deed notifications or similar mechanisms shall be placed on all lots with remaining
jurisdictional wetlands and waters or areas within 50 feet of all streams and ponds. These
mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days of the date of issuance of the
401 Certification letter or the issuance of the 404 Permit (whichever is later). A sample
deed notification format can be downloaded from the 401/Wetlands Unit web site at
t' ' http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands . DWQ shall be sent copies of all deed restrictions
applied to these lots;
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Written Stormwater Management Plan (Final Plan Needed
11. Written Stormwater Management Plan
A final, written stormwater management plan (including a signed and notarized
Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in writing by this Office
before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur. The stormwater management
plan must include worksheets, plans and specifications for stormwater management
facilities that are appropriate for surface waters classified as Class C and designed to
remove 85% TSS according to the most recent version of the NC DENR Stormwater Best
Management Practices Manual. These facilities must be designed to treat the runoff from
the entire project, unless otherwise explicitly approved by the Division of Water Quality.
Also, before any permanent building is occupied at the subject site, the facilities (as
.approved by this Office) shall be constructed and operational, and the stormwater
management plan (as approved by this Office) shall be implemented. The structural
stormwater practices as approved by this Office as well as drainage patterns must be
maintained in perpetuity. No changes to the structural stormwater practices shall be made
without written authorization from the Division of Water Quality.
Site-specific stormwater management shall be designed to remove 85% TSS according to
the latest version of DWQ's Stormwater Best Management Practices manual at a
minimum. Additionally, in watersheds within one mile and draining to 303(d) listed
waters, as well as watersheds that are classified as nutrient sensitive waters (NSW), water
supply waters (WS), trout waters (Tr), high quality waters (HQW), and outstanding
resource waters (ORW), the Division shall require that extended detention wetlands, bio-
retention areas, and ponds followed by forested filter strips (designed according to latest
version of the NCDENR Stormwater Best Management Practices Manual) be constructed
as part of the stormwater management plan when a site-specific stormwater management
plan is required.
For streams classified as Water Supply, High Quality Waters and Outstanding Resource
Waters, post-construction, on-site stormwater management shall be required as
appropriate and as outlined in 15A NCAC 2B .0104(m) and 2H .1000 to .1007,
respectively, in addition to that required in this General Certification.
Alternative designs may be requested by the applicant and will be reviewed on a case-by-
case basis by the Division of Water Quality.
Approval of stormwater management plans by the Division of Water Quality's other
existing state stormwater programs including appropriate local programs are sufficient to
satisfy this Condition as long as the stormwater management plans meet or exceed the
design requirements specified in this condition. This condition applies unless more
stringent requirements are in effect from other state water quality programs.
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12. Construction Stormwater Permit NCGO10000
Upon the approval of an Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan issued by the Division
of Land Resources (DLR) or a DLR delegated local erosion and sedimentation control
program, an NPDES General stormwater permit (NCGO10000) administered by DWQ is
automatically issued to the project. This;General Permit allows stormwater to be
discharged during land disturbing construction activities as stipulated by conditions in the
permit. If your project is covered by this permit [applicable to construction projects that
disturb one (1) or more acres], full compliance with permit conditions including the
sedimentation control plan, self-monitoring, record keeping and reporting requirements
are required. A copy of this permit and monitoring report forms may be found at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/su/Forrns Docuntents.htni.;
13. Certificate of Completion
Upon completion of all work approved within the 401 Water Quality Certification or
applicable Buffer Rules, and any subsequent modifications, the applicant is required to
return the attached certificate of completion to the 401 Oversight/Express Review
Permitting Unit North Carolina Division of Water Quality, 1650 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N?, 27699-1650.
Also, this approval to proceed with your proposed impacts or to conduct impacts to waters
as depicted in your application shall expire upon expiration of the 404 or CAMA Permit.
If this Certification is unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon
written request within sixty (60) days following receipt of this Certification. This request must be
in the form of a written petition conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General
Statutes and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. If modifications are made to an original Certification, you have the
right to an adjudicatory hearing on the modifications upon written request within sixty (60) days
following receipt of the Certification. Unless such demands are made, this Certification shall be
final and binding.
This the 13`h day of March 2006
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
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401 Water Quality Certification
Summary of Permitted Impacts and Mitigation Requirements
In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H.0500, WRS, Inc. has permission as outlined below to impact 0.31 acres of
wetlands and 5.4 acres of an open water pond for the purpose(s) of constructing the proposed Holly Springs Retail
Site located on the south and east side of Ralph Stevens Road, west of NC 55 Bypass in Wake County. All activities
associated with these authorized impacts must be conducted with the conditions listed in the attached Permit
transmittal letter. THIS PERMIT IS NOT VALID WITHOUT THE'ATTACHMENTS.
COMPENSATORY MITIGATION REQUIREMENTS, ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
LOCATION: Holly Springs, NC
COUNTY Wake
BASIN/ SUB BASIN Neuse/03020201
As required by 15A NCAC 211.0500, and the conditions of this Permit, you are required to compensate for the above
impacts through the restoration, creation, enhancement or preservation of wetlands and surface waters as outlined
below prior to conducting any activities that impact or degrade the waters of the state.
Note: Acreage requirements proposed to be mitigated through the Ecosystem Enhancement Program must be
rounded to one-quarter acre increments and linear foot requirements must be rounded up to the nearest foot
according to 15 2R.0503(b).
Impacts Mitigation
0.31 Acres of Class WL wetland 0.31 Acres of Class WL wetland
In correspondence dated November 23, 2005, the EEP indicated that impacts up to 0.50 acres would mitigated by
EEP if necessary for the 401 Water Quality Certification and 404 Permit. The final mitigation ratio is to be
determined by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers within the 404 Permit, but this must include a minimum of 0.31
acres of mitigation by the EEP.
One of the options you have available to satisfy the compensatory mitigation requirement is through the payment of
a fee to the Wetlands Restoration Fund per NCAC 2R.0503. If you choose this option, please sign this form and
mail the form along with a copy of your 401 Certification or Buffer Approval to the Ecosystem Enhancement
Program at the address below. An invoice for the appropriate amount of payment will be sent to you upon receipt of
this form. PLEASE NOTE, THE ABOVE IMPACTS ARE NOT AUTHORIZED UNTIL YOU RECEIVE
NOTIFICATION THAT YOUR PAYMENT HAS BEEN PROCESSED BY THE ECOSYTEM ENHANCMENT
PROGRAM.
Signature Date
ECOSYSTEM ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM
1652 Mail Service Center
RALEIGH, N.C. 27699-1652
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Filename: 06000211ol l yS pri n gs Retai l S i to (W ake)401 _IC_EEP
401 Oversight/Express Review Permits Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
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Raleigh Regulatory Field Office
6508 Falls of the Neuse Road
Suite 120
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
Attention: Ms. Jean Manuele
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
401 /Wetlands Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard
Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
ATTENTION: Ms. Cyndi Karoly
Reference: Section 404 Individual Permit
Approximately 49-Acre Tract
NC Highway 55 By-Pass and Ralph Stevens Road
Holly Springs, North Carolina
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Ms. Manuele and Ms. Karoly:
S&ME would like to submit on behalf of WRS, Inc. a request for an Individual Permit (IP)
associated with proposed impacts to jurisdictional wetlands on the above-referenced property.
Approximately 0.31 acre of wetlands and 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands are proposed. Please
find the following materials enclosed:
1) A completed ENG 4345 Form, and Letter of Authorization to Act as Agent
2) Figures: Vicinity Map (Figure 1); USGS Topography Map (Figure 2); Aerial with Soil
Survey Data (Figure 3); Wetlands and Waters of the U.S. Map (Figure 4); Wetland Survey
for Holly Springs (Figure 5) Proposed Open-Water and Wetland Impacts (Figure 6);
Mitigation Drawing (Figure 7)
SWE, Inc. [phone]
3718 Old Battleground Road [phone] fax
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410 [phone] vwwr.snieinc.com
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3) Photographs of Existing Site Conditions
4) NCDWQ Neuse River Buffer Rule Determination
5) EEP Letter of Acceptance
6) Preliminary Stormwater Quality Basin Drawing
7) Threatened and Endangered Species Technical Report
_ 8) Cultural Resources Report
Background Information
An approximately 49-acre tract consisting of Wake County Tax Parcel Numbers 0648-86-8655,
0658-06-0224, 0658-06-0615, 0658-06-1775, 0648-96-8739, and 0648-97-8033 is proposed for
development. The property is located southwest of the intersection of Main Street (N.C. Highway
55 By-Pass) and Ralph Stevens Road in Holly Springs (Wake County), North Carolina (35.6357
N, 78.8333 W). The approximate location of the project area is depicted by the attached figures:
Vicinity Map (Figure 1), a portion of the 1993 Apex Quadrangle USGS Topography Map (Figure
2), NRCS Soils Map (Figure 3), Wetlands and Waters of the U.S. Map (Figure 4), Wetland
Survey for Holly Springs (Figure 5) and Proposed Open-Water and Wetlands Map (Figure 6).
The applicant, WRS, Inc. is pursuing development of the site for construction of a 203,819 square
feet retail center with 43,200 square feet of retail shops, and five outlot parcels.
Purpose and Need
The proposed retail center seeks to meet the increasing needs of its citizens while providing job
creation and economic growth to Wake County. The 203,819 square footage retail center with
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Approximately 49 Acre Tract December 20, 2005
Existing Site Conditions
The 49-acre tract is currently developed with five single-family homes and a mobile home located
on the northeastern portion of the property. The majority of the property consists of fallow
agricultural fields with wooded areas along the fields' boundaries. Vegetation in the agricultural
fields included tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea), dog fennel (Eupatorh nt capillifoliutn), ragweed
(Ambrosia artentisiifolia). An approximately 5.4 acre pond is located in the south central portion
of the property. Based on the location of the pond within areas characterized as having upland
soils (Norfolk and Orangeburg Series), it is our opinion that the pond was man-made. An area of
mowed tall fescue (Festuca arundinacea) separates the pond from its surrounding agricultural
fields. This jurisdictional pond was verified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on August 25,
2005 during an onsite meeting.
An approximately 0.49 acre of a pond is located just south of the 5.4 acre man-made pond, and the
two features are separated by a man-made darn. Wetlands adjacent to the open-water pond
consisted of bullrush (Juncus effusus), red maple (Ater rubrunt), multiflora rose (Rosa ntultijlora),
sweet gum (Liquidambar styraciflua), and willow (Salix, spp.). A corridor between the wetland
and adjacent agriculutural field included turkey oak (Quercus laevis), sweet gum (Liquidambar
styrac flua), tulip polar (Liriodendron tulipifera), and japanese honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica).
An approximately 0.31 acre wetland is present within a low-lying area southeast of the onsite
houses, and west of NC Hwy 55 By-Pass as verified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on
September 27, 2005. The vegetation within the wetland was predominately shrub/scrub and
herbaceous species including red maple (Ater rubruni), willow (Salix, spp.), bulrush (Juncus
effitsus), multiflora rose (Rosa milt flora), and knotweed (Polygonunt, spp.).
S&ME conducted a jurisdictional wetlands and waters of the U.S. delineation of the on-site
wetlands in April 2005. During a site visit on August 25, 2005, and September 27, 2005, the
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U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) confirmed the jurisdictional limits of the onsite
features. The wetlands were subsequently surveyed by Freeland and Associates, Inc. and have
been submitted to the USACE for final approval.
Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules
During a site meeting on September 20, 2005, the North Carolina Division of Water Quality
(NCDWQ) examined the onsite features for stream classification and applicability of the Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 0213.0234). The NCDWQ determined no onsite features
are subject to the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules. The NCDWQ correspondence letter is
attached and is dated September 26, 2005.
Proposed Jurisdictional Wetland Impacts
Approximately 0.31 acre of wetland is proposed to be impacted by placement of fill material for
the construction of a road, parking lots, and paved areas in the eastern portion of the site. Table 1
further identifies the proposed impacts.
Table 1: Proposed Jurisdictional Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact ID Type of Impact Proposed Impact
acre
Wetland Impact #1 Fill 0.22
Wetland Impact #2 Fill 0.05
Wetland Impact #3 Fill 0.04
Total Impacts to Jurisdictional wetlands: 0.31 acre
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Proposed Open-Water Impacts
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December 20, 2005
Approximately 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands are proposed to be impacted by placement of fill
material associated with construction of a parking lot, building pad for the proposed retail shops,
and stormwater management facility with a wetland mitigation area.
Table 2: Isolated Wetland Impacts
Wetland Impact ID Type of Impact Proposed Impact
acre
Open Water Impact #1 Excavation/Grading 0.04
Open Water Impact #2 Fill 5.4
Total Impacts to Open Water Wetlands: 5.44 acres
Protected Species
S&ME reviewed the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service webpage and the North Carolina Natural
Heritage Program website for information concerning the occurrence of federal and state protected
species in Wake County. A field survey was conducted to observe the presence or absence of
suitable habitat for the federal and state protected species listed below.
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Table 3: Protected Species Summary

Common Name Federal Status State Status
Picoides borealis
Red-cockaded woodpecker E E
Rhus michauxii
Michaux's sumac E E
Alasmidonta heterodon
Dwarf wedge mussel E E
Haliaeetus leucocephalus
Bald Eagle T T
Elliptio lanceolata
Yellow Lance FSC E
Fusconaia ntasoni
Atlantic Pigtoe FSC E
Lasmigona subviridis
Green Floater FSC E
Heleniunt brevifolitan
Littleleaf Sneezeweed --- E
Trillium pusillurn var
pusillunt FSC E
Carolina Least Trillium
Antbystonia tigrinunt
Eastern Tiger Salamander --- T
Lampetra aepyptera
Least Brook Lamprey --- T
Alasntidonta undulate
Triangle Floater --- T
Elliptio roanokensis
Roanoke Slabshell --- T
Lampsilis radiate radiate
Eastern Lampshell --- T
Strophitus undulatus
Creeper --- T
Lindera subcoriacea
Bog Spiccbush FSC T
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Isoetes piednlontana
Piedmont Quillwort --- T
Portulaca smallii
Small's Portulaca --- T
Ruellia huntilis
Low Wild-petunia --- T
Sagittaria grantinea var
weatherbiana --- T
Grassleaf Arrowhead
E: Listed Endan cg red - A taxon in danger of extinction through all of a significant portion of its range
T: Listed Threatened - A taxon in danger of becoming endangered in the foreseeable future
FSC: Species of Concern - A taxon that may or may not be listed in the future
During the field survey no protected species were observed. Based on information obtained from
data review and field survey, it is unlikely that the proposed project will impact Wake County's
state and federal protected species. A copy of the Threatened and Endangered Species Technical
Report is attached with this permit application.
Cultural Resources
S&ME subcontracted TRC Garrow (TRC) to evaluate the project area for cultural resources.
TRC's literature review identified no archaelogical sites or historic structures within the
property's boundaries. Two archaelogical sites were identified as being recorded within a one
mile radius of the project area, however, neither of the sites were found to be eligible for
preservation after being evaluated. Three historic structures within a one mile radius of the site,
WA611, WA612 (Richard L. Adams Farm), and WA613 (Alsey J. Stephens Farm) were
determined eligible for inclusion on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP). On
October 26, 2005, a cultural resources reconnaissance survey was conducted on the property and
much of the property was determined to be lightly to moderately disturbed based on agricultural
use of the land.
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According to the cultural resources report, "no previously recorded archaeological sites or
architectural resources are located within the project tract." Furthermore it stated that , "the
proposed project would be unlikely to have an adverse effect on the architectural resource
WA612, but WA613 would likely be visually impacted by a development on the southern portion
of this tract." A copy of the Cultural Resources Report is included with this permit application.
Alternatives Analysis
Criteria such as location, cost, constructability, and construction schedule are used to determine
the suitability of potential retail sites. The size of the potential tracts must accommodate the size
of standard building prototypes for the proposed retail center. In many instances, this may require
acquiring adjacent properties, and reluctance of private property owners to sell, creates unsuitable
tracts of land. Access to major transportation and required off-site improvements such as road
widening, construction of traffic signals, and availability of water, sewer, gas, and electricity are
evaluated. Costs associated with earthwork, concrete and asphalt paving, environmental
permitting (wetlands, Phase I and II environmental issues), building permits, and construction
materials are influenced by site specific factors.
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to meet the transportation needs of its employees and customers. Consequently, a retail center of
this magnitude in size must be located within a specific range of the major population. Five
potential retail sites met site location criteria for the Town of Holly Springs. The following sites
were detennined unsuitable for the proposed retail center based on criteria listed below:
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Alternative Sites Evaluated
NC Hwy 55 By-Pass and New Hill Road
1) Approximately 2,100 linear feet of perennial streams traverse the property with the Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules potentially applicable to these features.
2) Significant earthwork required based on site topography
3) Reluctance of one property owner to sell diminished size of tract
NC Hwy 55 and Holly Springs Road
1) Small size of tract does not accommodate the standard size of the proposed project and
will not provide adequate space for parking facilities or proposed detention ponds
needed for protection of water quality
2) Poor accessibility associated with location of tract, off-site road improvements needed
Holly Springs Road and Bass Lake Road
1) Approximately 3 acres of wetlands located within property's boundaries with Neuse
River Buffer Rules potentially applicable
2) Significant earthwork required based on site topography
3) Small size of tract does not provide adequate space for proposed detention ponds
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NC Hwy 55 By-Pass and Avent Ferry Road
1) Irregular sized parcel does not accommodate standard size of proposed project with
adequate parking facilities
2) Approximately 700 linear feet of stream and approximately 1 acre of wetlands with Neuse
River Basin Buffer Rules potentially applicable to these features
3) Poor accessibility to NC Hwy 55 By-Pass, off-site road improvements needed
Avoidance and Minimization
After evaluating the alternative sites, the NC Hwy 55 By-Pass/Ralph Stevens Road tract was
determined to be most suitable. Environmental impacts and costs associated with environmental
permitting were reduced by utilizing the NC Hwy 55 By-Pass/Ralph Stevens Road tract, based on
the North Carolina Division of Water Quality's detennination that the Neuse River Basin Buffer
Rules were non-applicable to the onsite drainage features and considering that pursuance of a
major variance was deemed unnecessary to meet project goals.
Although the location of the 5.4 acre man-made pond in the south central portion of the tract
creates unavoidable impacts for development of the property, approximately 0.49 acre of higher
quality open water wetlands shall be undisturbed by this project.
Approximately 0.31 acre of sluub/scrub jurisdictional wetlands is proposed to be impacted in the
eastern portion of the property adjacent to NC Hwy 55 By-Pass. The location of the 0.31 acre
wetland at the proposed entrance from NC Hwy 55 By-Pass creates unavoidable impacts for
development of the tract. Utilization of road frontage property for outparcels also creates
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Cumulative Impacts Analysis
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
December 20, 2005
Based on the project's location within the Neuse River Basin, downstream water bodies have been
designated as Nutrient Sensitive TVaters and the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules are currently in
place requiring 50 foot wide riparian buffers adjacent to surface waters. Activities within buffered
areas have been classified as either "exempt, allowable, allowable with mitigation, or prohibited,"
according to the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules (15A NCAC02B.0234). The rules also put into
place local riparian buffer protection programs to further monitor and enforce activities within Neuse
River buffers.
Aquatic Endangered
According to the Natural Heritage Program's online database accessed December 14, 2005,
(http://ils.taic.edtL/parkpro'et ct/nhp/in o.htm) , the Eastern lampmussel (Lampsilis radiata radiata) is
the only listed threatened aquatic species for the Apex USGS Quad. Documented populations of the
Eastern lampmussel in Wake County have been found in the Little River, along with the Middle and
Swift Creeks. These waterbodies are located northeast of the project site, and the proposed project is
not expected to impact endangered or threatened aquatic species in Wake County.
Stormwater Management
A Grading/Stormwater Management Plan drawing is attached and includes a proposed wet detention
pond designed for greater than 85% of Total Suspended Solids reduction to improve water quality.
The stormwater management plan for the proposed retail center will follow guidance in the State
Stormwater Management Best Management Practices.
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Existing Stonnwater Programs
The Town of Holly Springs, is currently involved in the Phase 11 NPDES Stonnwater Permit
Program and local regulations are in effect according to the Neuse River Basin Buffer Rules. With
local government programs in place, that meet or exceed state best management practices, it is
unlikely that the proposed project will create cumulative impacts that affect downstream water
quality.
Storm-Water Management Plan
A Stormwater Management Plan shall be submitted to the NCDENR Division of Water Quality-
Water Quality Section- Wetlands Unit by Freeland and Kauffinan, Inc. This application will
include a NCDENR DWQ Stormwater Management Permit Application Form, NCDENR DWQ
401 Wet Detention Basin Worksheet for the proposed basin, and an Operations and Maintenance
Plan. Greater than 30% of the proposed site is proposed to be developed as impervious surface.
The basin will be located in the southwest corner of the planned development. The location of
this basin is shown in the Preliminary Stormwater Drawing Section.
Compensatory Mitigation
Open-Water Wetlands
Onsite mitigation is proposed for unavoidable impacts to 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands. The
creation of an approximately one acre palustrine emergent wetland is planned. The proposed
wetland should provide a more diversified habitat for insects, birds, and aquatic species in
comparison to the limited habitat that the existing open-water wetland provides for mainly
aquatic species. The emergent wetland cell will accept water from the stonnwater detention
pond, but only after water has been through a forebay to drop sediments, and then through the
storniwater pond for detention.
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A four foot wide, two foot tall berm will be constructed approximately 20 feet from the inlet
structure. This bean will be planted with a mix of three wetland shrubs (Cephalanthus
occidentalis, Viburnum nudum, and Clethra alnifolia) on 3 foot centers. The berm will aid in
moving water to the northern portion of the wetland cell prior to it flowing to the outlet structure
in the southeast corner of the cell. Three groupings of plants are proposed to be planted within
the cell. The plants will serve as both aesthetically pleasing and provide seed/forage for small
birds and mammals. These plant mixtures are described below and depicted in Figure 6:
1. Area #1 is proposed to be planted with a mix of Iris virginica and Saururus cernuus.
They should be randomly mixed and planted on 2 foot centers.
2. Area #2 is proposed to be planted with a mix of Pontederia cordata, and Peltandra
virginica. They should be randomly mixed and planted on 2 foot centers.
3. Area #3 is proposed to be planted with Acores calamus on 1 foot centers. Within this
area a small, peanut shaped depression is proposed to be dug that will be approximately
thirty inches deep. This is to provide shallow, open water habitat for ducks and other
aquatic birds and mammals. The shallow, open water area should not be planted, but
allowed to populate with natural recruits.
The emergent wetland cell outlet structure is proposed to be elevated approximately 12 inches, so
that water will be retained within the cell, encouraging infiltration into the bed of the cell and
evaporation, assisting in prolonging the hydroperiod.
The wetland cell bottom will be constructed to have mircotopographic relief It will be varied in
elevation to provide for varied depth habitats, both shallow and deep, in a random fashion.
Within one foot of the edge of the cell, a row of Hibiscus moscheutus will be installed on 8 foot
centers to add forage for insects and birds.
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Success Criteria
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
December 20, 2005
This proposed mitigation presents a unique scenario in that the emergent wetland cell is to be
hydraulically fuelled by rainwater collected from the adjacent development. It is also expected
that even though an estimated 10,000 or more herbaceous plants are proposed for installation
within the wetland cell, natural recruitment of species such as Juncus spp., Scirpus spp., Typha
spp. will occur. Further, it is expected that wind blown tree species such as Acer rubrunt,
Fraxinus pennsylvanica, Salix nigra, and Platanus occidentalis will also likely take root in and
around this cell. If some mortality of the installed plants occurs, the gaps will likely be filled by
natural recruits of the above mentioned or other wetland species. Therefore, no survival criteria
is offered with this mitigation.
One shallow groundwater well with a daily automatic water level reader will be installed within
the wetland cell. Jurisdictional hydrology (soil saturation within 12 inches of the soil surface for
5% of the growing season) will be attained within two years of completion.
Monitoring
Well monitoring is proposed for a period of five years, however, if success criteria for
jurisdictional hydrology is met and maintained for a period of three years, a request for no
additional monitoring may be submitted to the USAGE.
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Jurisdictional Wetlands
Payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) fund is proposed for
compensatory mitigation of unavoidable impacts to 0.31 acre of jurisdictional wetlands. An EEP
Acceptance Letter is attached and dated November 23, 2005.
Closing
Your review of this application is greatly appreciated. If you have questions in regards to the
permit application or require additional information please feel free to call us at [phone].
Sincerely,
S&ME, Inc.
Melanie McKinney
Natural Resources Professiona
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Attachments: ENG 4345 Fonn, and Letter of Authorization to Act as Agent
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Photographs of Existing Site Conditions
NCDWQ Neuse River Basin Buffer Rule Detennination
EEP Letter of Acceptance
Preliminary Stormwater Quality Basin Drawing
Threatened and Endangered Species Technical Report
Cultural Resources Report
Cc: Mr. Jim Price, WRS, Inc.
Ms. Heather Keefer, Town of Holly Springs
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Project Information
S&ME Project Name: Approximately 46.17-Acre Tract - NC By-Pass 55/Ral I Stevens
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Type of Project: Wetland Permitting
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Property Owner/Representative Information
Business Name: WRS, Inc:
Mailing Address: 2361 South Centennial Avenue
City, State, Zip Code: Aiken, SC 29803
Telephone No. [phone]
Contact: Jim Price
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Business Name: S&ME, Inc,
Street Address: 3718 Old Battleground Road 1
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jurisdiction over the location of the proposed activity.
PRIVACY ACT STATEMENT
Authorities: Rivers and Harbors Act, Section 10, 33 USC 403; Clean Water Act, Section 404, 33 USC 1344; Marine Protection , Research and
Sanctuaries Act, 33 USC 1413, Section 103. Principal Purpose: Information provided on this form will be used in evaluating the application.for a
permit. Routine Uses: This information may be shared with the Department of Justice and other federal, state, and local government agencies.
Submission of requested information is voluntary, however, if information is not provided the permit application cannot be evaluated nor can a permit
be issued.
One set of original drawings or good reproducible copies which show the location and character of the proposed activity must be attached to this
application (see sample drawings and instructions) and be submitted to the District Engineer having jurisdiction over the location of the proposed
activity. An application that is not completed in full will be returned.
1. APPLICATION NO. 12. FIELD OFFICE CODE 13. DATE RECEIVED 14. DATE APPLICATION COMPLETED
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5. APPLICANT'S NAME B. AUTHORIZED AGENT'S NAME AND TITLE (anepentisnotreouired)
WRS, Inc. S&ME, Inc.
6. APPLICANT'S ADDRESS 9. AGENT'S ADDRESS
2361 South Centennial Avenue 3718 Old Battleground Road
Aiken, South Carolina 29804 Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
7.. APPLICANT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE 10. AGENT'S PHONE NOS. W/AREA CODE -
a. Residence NSA a. Residence N/A
b. Business [phone] , b. Business [phone]
11. STATEMENT OF AUTHORIZATION
I hereby authorize, SEE AGENT AUTHORIZATION LETTER to act in my behalf as my agent in the processing of this application and to
furnish, upon request, supplemental information in support of this permit application.
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NAME, LOCATION AND DESCRIPTION OF PROJECT OR ACTIVITY
12. PROJECT NAME OR TITLE fseeinsur ions.
Holly Springs Retail Site ?0
13. NAME OF WATERBODY. IF KNOWN r,/aa„i., irP + 14. PROJECT STREET ADDRESS titapplicablc)
Closest named waterbody: Basal Creek
15. LOCATION OF PROJECT
Wake NC
COUNTY STATE I
16. OTHER LOCATION DESCRIPTIONS, IF KNOWN, (-m.,vucrions)
Center of Property: 35.6357 N, 78.8333 W
17. DIRECTIONS TO THE SITE
From Holly Springs: Take NC Hwy 55 By-Pass South, Take Right on S. Main Street, veer left on
Ralph Stevens Road, property is partially encompassed by Ralph Stevens Road.
G OR 45, Jul 97 EDITION OF FEB 94 IS OBSOLETE. (Proponent: CECW-OR)

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BNG Form 4345
Holly Springs Retail Site
Block 18. Nature of Activity
The applicant, WRS, Inc., is pursuing the development of approximately 49 acres for
construction of a 203,819 square feet retail center with 43,200 square feet of retail shops,
and five outlot parcels. A bulldozer, backhoc, and other heavy equipment shall be used
to build a road, parking areas, and a stormwater management pond.
Block 19. Proposed Project Purpose
The proposed retail center seeks to meet the increasing needs of its citizens while
providing job creation and economic growth to Wake County. The 203,819 square feet
retail center with 43,200 square feet of retail shops, and five outlot parcels will create
approximately 750 jobs.
Block 20. Reason for Discharge
The proposed discharge to jurisdictional wetlands is necessary to facilitate construction
of building pads for the retail center and retail shops, parking lots, access roads, a
stormwater quality pond and paved areas needed for development of outparcels.
Block 21. Type(s) of Material Being Discharged and the Amount of Each Type in
Cubic Yards
Jurisdictional Wetland Impacts (0.31 Acre): 2,200 cubic yards clean earthen fill material
Open Water Impact (5.4 Acres): 40,350 cubic yards clean earthen fill material
Block 22. Surface Area in Acres of Wetlands or other Waters Filled
0.31 acre of riparian wetlands, 5.4 acres of open-water wetlands
Block 24. Names and Addresses of Adjoining Property Owners, Lessees, etc.
Name Address
Horace and Ruby Powell 218 Windsor Wynd Place
ru ua -Varina, NC 27526
Stafford Land Company 246 Valleyfield Lane
Southern Pines, NC 28387
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SURVEYOR'S NOTES:
I) ZONING PROVIDED BY ME APPROPRIATE
GOVERNIAENTAL AGENCY, TO BE USED FOR
INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY,
2) SGIARE rooTACE AND DIMENSIONS OF STRUCTURE(S)
ARE FOR NFORMAOCNAL PURPOSES ONLY, NOT FOR
LEASE OR SALE PURPOSES.
3) HEIGHT ANO DIMENSIONS OF ONEANEAD ELECTRIC LINES
ESTA13LISHED BY TRIANC-TION METHODS USING
ELECTRONIC SVRVEYiNG EOUIPUENI. ALL HEIGHTS AND
DIMENSIONS SHOJLD BE A1-ED BY CDNTRACTO4 OR
LOCAL ELECTRIC COMPANY BEFORE CONS7`NUCPCN BEGINS
4( ALL DISTANCES ARE HORIZONTAL ORGUND DISTANCES
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6. Approximate 0.31 Acre wetland in eastern portion of property: Photo taken by Melanie
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Project Name: S. Alain Street/NC 55 and Ralph Stevens Road - Holly Springs
Location/Directions: Northwest comer of the intersection of South Main Street (NC Highway 55) and Ralph
Stevens Road in Holly Springs.
Subject Stream: UT to Basal Creek
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Colleen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
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This on-site determination shall expire five (S) years frorn the date of this letter. Landowners or affected parties
that dispute a determination made by the DlVQ or Delegated Local Authority that a surface ivater exists and that
it is subject to the buffer rule may request a determination by the Director. A request for a determination by the
Director shall be referred to the Director in writing c% Cyndi Karoly, DIVQ lVetlands1401 Unit, 2321 Crabtree
Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27604-2260. Individuals that dispute a determination by the DlVQ or Delegated Local
Authority that "exempts" a surface water from the buffer rule may ask for an ad judicatory hearing. You must
act within 60 days of the date that you receive this letter. Applicants are hereby notified that the 60-day statrllory
appeal time does not start until the affected party (including downstream and adjacent landowners) is notified of
this decision. DJVQ recommends that the applicant conduct this notification in order to be certain that third
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party appeals are made in a titnely manner. To ask fora hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to
Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes to the Office of ArIndnistrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, N.C. 27699-6714. This determination is final acid bindiuug unless you ask fora hearing
within 60 days.

The (owner/future owners) should notify the Division of Water Quality (including any other Local, State, and
Federal Agencies) of this decision concerning any future correspondences regarding the subject property (stated
above). This project may require a Section 4041401 Permit for the proposed activity. Any inquiries should be
directed to the Division of Water Quality (Central Office) at (919)-733-1786, and the VSArnty Corp of Engineers
(Raleigh Regulatory Field Office) at (919)-876-8441.
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DWQ Wetlands and Stormwater Branch
Heather Keefer - Town of Holly Springs
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3718 Old Battleground Avenue
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Project: Holly Springs Retail Site County: Wake
The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NC EEP) is willing to
accept payment for impacts associated with the above referenced projeet_ Please note that this decision does not assure that
the payment will be approved by the permit issuing agencies as mitigation for project impacts. It is the responsibility of the
applicant to contact these agencies to determine if payment to the NC EEP will be approved.
This acceptance is valid for six months from the date of this letter. If we have not received a copy of the issued 404
Permit/401 Certification within this time frame, this acceptance will expire. It is the applicant's responsibility to send
copies of the 404/401/CAIvIA permits to NC EEP. Once NC EEP receives a copy of the 404 Permit and/or the 401
Certification an invoice will be issued and payment must be made.
Based on the information supplied by you the impacts that may require compensatory mitigation are summarized in the
following table.
River Basin Wetlands Stream Buffer Buffer
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Upon receipt of payment. EEP will take responsibility for providing the compensatory mitigation for the permitted impacts
tip to a 2:1 ratio, (buffers, Zone 1 at a 3.1 ratio and Zone 2 at a 1.5:1 ratio). The type and amount of the compensatory
mitigation will be as specified in the Section 404 Permit and/or 401 Water Quality Certification, and/or CAMA Permit. The
mitigation will be performed in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding between the N. C. Department of
Environment and Natural Resources and the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers dated November 4, 1998.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Carol Shaw at [phone].
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HOLLY SPRINGS, NORTH CAROLINA
S&IVIE PROJECT NO. 1538-05-014

Prepared For:
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, South Carolina 29803

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S&ME, Inc.
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551 F Pylon Drive
Raleigh, NC 27606
Attention: Mr. David Rabon
Reference: Threatened and Endangered Species Technical Report
Approximately 49-Acre Tract
NC Highway 55 By-Pass & Ralph Stevens Road
Holly Springs, NC
S&ME Project No. 1588-05-014
Dear Mr. Rabon:
S&ME, Inc. (S&ME) is pleased to submit this report on behalf of WRS, Inc., detailing our
threatened and endangered species survey for the approximately 49-acre tract located in holly
Springs, Wake County, North Carolina. This report and the field survey have been conducted
pursuant to the proposed development of the site and is included in a U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers Individual Permit application for proposed impacts to wetlands.
The field survey did not reveal the presence of federally or state listed threatened or endangered
species on this site. It is our opinion that the proposed development of the site will not impact
the listed species for Wake County. No further study of the site is recommended at this time.
Thank you in advance for your assistance with the project. If you have questions or comments in
regards to this report, we may be reached at [phone].
Sincerely,
S&1111E, Inc.
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Natural Resources Professional Natural Resources Department Manager
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Greensboro, Norlh Carolina 27410 [phone]
Table of Contents
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1.0 Introduction ........................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Purpose ................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Data Review ........................................................................................................................ 1
1.3 Field Survey ........................................................................................................................ 2
2.0 Protected Species ................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Federal and State Listed Threatened and Endangered Species .......................................... 4
3.0 Survey Results and Conclusions ......................................................................................... 10
3.1 Threatened and Endangered Species Survey Results ....................................................... 10
4.0 References ............................................................................................................................15
List of Tables
Table 1
Table 2
Appendices
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U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Listings of Federal Protected Species in Wale
County
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program Listings of Federal and State Protected
Species in Wake County
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1.0 Introduction
S&ME. Inc. (S&ME) has been contracted by WRS, Inc. to perform a thrcatened and endangered
species survey on a proposed development site located in Wake County, North Carolina. The site
evaluated is approximately 49 acres in size and located southwest of the intersection of Main
Street (NC Highway 55 By-Pass) and Ralph Stevens Road in Holly Springs, North Carolina
(Figure 1).
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of this study was to identify federal and state listed species in the proximity of the
above referenced site, conduct a field survey for the presence or absence of suitable habitat for
the identified species, and to form a professional opinion of the biological effects development of
the site may have on listed species.
1.2 Data Review
Information conccrnirng the occurrence of federal and state protected species in the study area
was gatliered from the following sources:
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services, list of species with federal designations of
Endangered, Threatened, and Species of Concern website: (http://ivivw.rlc-
es f vs.govIes/es. html)
• US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) species information website:
(http://cnclnn?crcrl.fi?.ti.?rol/?rrl?lli?c.ltt?ul)
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program, database of rare plant and
animal species, natural communities and special animal habitats known to
North Carolina (http://ils.unc.edit/l)cu•kproject/nlrp/i»fo.hhfi)
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According; to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Red cockaded woodpecker (Picoi(les
borealis), Dwarf wedge mussel (Alasnti(Ionta heteroclon), and Michaux's sumac (Rhus
tuichauxii) are listed as federal endangered species in Wake County, North Carolina. The Bald
Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is listed as a federal threatened species. Fourteen species have
a federal species of concern status according; to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program lists the Red cockaded woodpecker, the Dwarf wedge
mussel, and Michaux's sumac as both federal and state endangered species. The Bald Eagle
(Ilaliaeetus leucocephalus) is listed as both a state and federal threatened species. The Yellow
Lance (Elliptio lanceolata), Atlantic Pigtoe (Fusconaia ntasoni), Green Floater (Lasrnigona
subviridis) are listed as state endangered with a federal species of concern status. The Littleleaf
Sneezeweed (Heleniunt brevifolitnu) and Carolina Least Trillium (THIlitnn pusilltan var
pusillitin) are listed as state endangered, with the Carolina Least Trillium having a federal species
of concern status. The Eastern Tiger Salamander (Antbystoma tigrinum), Least Brook Lamprey
(Lantpetra aep)?ptera), Triangle Floater (Alasmidonta undulate), Roanoke Slabsliell (Elliptio
roanol,ensis), Eastern Lampshell (Lampsilis radiate radiate), Creeper (Strophitus undulates),
Bog; spicebush (Lindera subcoriacea), Piedmont Quillwort (Isoetes pie(buontana), Small's
Portulaca (Porttdaca smallii), Low Wild-petunia (Ruellia huntilis), and Grassleaf Arrowhead
(Sagittaria graminea var iveatherbiana) have a state listing as threatened according to the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program and with the Bog Spicebush having a federal species of
concern status.
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On September 20, 2005, S&ME staff conducted a field survey to evaluate the property for the
presence of suitable habitat for Wake County's federal and state listed threatened and
endangered species. Photographs from this field survey are contained in Appendix II.
The approximately 49 acre site is currently developed with five single-family homes and a
mobile home located on the northeastern portion of the site. The majority of the property
consists of fallow agricultural fields, with several wooded areas along old fencelines. Vegetation
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within the fallow fields included tall fescue (Festuca artutdinacea), dog fennel (Eupatouium
capillifollu n), and ragweed (Ambrosia artetuisiifolia). The agricultural fields were not
considered suitable habitat for protected species. An approximately 5.4 acre pond is located near
the south cenUal portion of the site. A mowed corridor of tall fescue (Festuca ar-urtdirtace(l)
separates the pond from the adjacent agricultural fields. Based on the feature's shape and
location within upland soils (Norfolk and Orangeburg Series), it is our opinion that the pond was
man-made and constructed within a natural drainage area. This feature was verified as
jurisdictional on August 25, 2005 by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during an onsite
meeting.
Approximately 0.49 acre of a pond is located just south of the 5.4 acre man-made pond and the
two features are divided by a man-made dam. Wetlands adjacent to the open-water pond
consisted of red maple (Ater rttbrum), sweet gum (Liguidanibai- styracifhta), willow (Salix,
spp.), bullrush (Juucus effitsus), and multiflora rose (Rosa mull flora). A corridor between the
wetland and adjacent agricultural field included turkey oak (Quercus laevis), sweet gum
(Liquidambar styraciflua), tulip poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera) and honeysuckle (Lonicera
japonica).
Approximately 0.31 acres of jurisdictional wetlands were present within a low-lying area
southeast of the onsite houses, and west of NC Hwy 55 By-Pass as verified by the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers on September 27, 2005. The vegetation within the wetland was dominated
by shrub/scrub and herbaceous species including red maple (Aces rubrum), willow (Salix, sPh•)
bullrush (Jtmcits effitsus), multiflora rose (Rosa multiflora), knotweed (Polygouuni, spp.)
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2.0 Protected Species
Species with the federal status of Endangered (E), Threatened (T), arc protected under provisions
of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) of 1973 (16 USC 1531-1543). This act requires that any
action likely to affect a species classified as federally protected, be subject to review by the U.S.
Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS).
Species with state designations Endangered (E) or Threatened (T) are granted protection by the
North Carolina General Statute 113-331 et seq. 106-202.12. Legal protection under North
Carolina law regulates the possession, propagation, or sale of any federal or state listed
Threatened or Endangered fish or wildlife species.
2.1 Federal and State Listed Threatened and Endangered Species
As shown in Table 1 for Wake County, North Carolina there are three species listed with a
federal status of endangered, one listed as threatened, and fourteen species listed as federal
species of concern according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service website (11111)://rnc-
esfivs.gov/es/es.html), accessed September 20, 2005.
The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program website was accessed to search for North
Carolina's rare plant and animal species, natural communities, and special animal habitats.
Results of this search for Wake County, North Carolina are listed in Table 2. Light species arc
listed with a state status of endangered, and twelve species are listed as state threatened
according to the North Carolina Natural Heritage website database
(htt13:11ils.unc.cclrl/pn1°kproject/n11p/i1 fo.htm).
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Common Name Scientific Name Federal
Status
Re(I-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis E
Dwarf wedge mussel Alasmidont(l hetcrondon E
MlChauX's sumac Rhus michauxii E
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucoce phalus T
Bachman's sparrow Aimo phila aestivalis FSC
Carolina darter Ethcosloma collis le pidinion FSC
"NCUSe" madtom Notarus uriosns )o )elation I FSC
Pinewoods shiner Lylhrurus matutinus hSC
Southeastern myotis Rlpotis austroriparius FSC
Southern liognose snake Heterrodon sinus FSC
Atlantic pigtoc Fusconaia masoni FSC
Diana fritillary butterfly Speyeria liana FSC
Green floater Lasniigona subviridus FSC
Yellow lance Elliptio lanceolata FSC
Bog spicebusli Lindera subcoriacea FSC
Carolina least trillium Trillium pusillunt var. pusillunt FSC
Flatrock panic grass Panicunt lithophilunt FSC
Sweet pinesap Afonotropsis odorata FSC
Protection Status
E: Listed Endangered - A taxon in danger of extinction through all of a significant portion of its
range
T: Listed Threatened - A taxon in danger of becoming endangered in the foreseeable future
FSC: S iecies cif Concern - A taxon that may or may not be listed in the future
Source: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Information Service irebsite. Accessed September 20, 2005. hup://nc-
es. iis.?,,ov1cs/es.html.
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North Carolina Natural Heritage Program Listings of Federal and State Protected Species
in Wake County
Common Name Scientific Name Federal
Status State
Status
Red-cockaded woodpecker Picoides borealis E E
Nlichaux's sumac Rhus michauxii E E
Dwarf wedgenritsscl Alasmidonta helerodon E E
Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucoce phalus T T
Yellow Lance Elli ptio lanceolala FSC E
Atlantic Pietoc Fuscouaia mason: FSC E
Grcen Floater Lasmi Bona subviridis FSC E
Littleleaf Sneezeweed Helenium brevi olium --- E
Carolina Least Trillium Trillium pusillum var usillum FSC E
Eastern Tiger Salamander Ambvstoma ti rinum --- T
Least Brook Lamprey Lam Petra ae ?p ptera --- T
Triangle Floater 111asmidonta undulate --- T
Roanoke Slabsliell Elli ptio roanokensis --- T
Eastern Lam :shell Lcmt psilis radiate radiate --- T
Creeper Stro phitus undulatus --- T
Bog S ticebush Lindera subcoriacea FSC T
Piedmont Qnillwort Isocies piedmartana --- T
Small's Port« lacy Portulaca smallii --- T
Low Wild- ictunia Rcrellia hundlis --- T
Grasslcaf Arrowhead S(r,,ittaria >ranrinca var iveatherbiana --- T
Protection Status
F: Listed Fndongcrcd -A taxon in danger of extinction through all of a significant portion of its range
T: Listed Threatened - A taxon in danger of becoming endangered in the foreseeable !Inure
FSC: S iecies of Concern - A taxon that may or may not be listed in the future (not a legal status)
Source: Natural heritage Program website. Accessed 3cptember %U, sUU-). nttpaiits.unc.euuipcrrrpro?ecrinnpiuilo.nun.
® Red-cockaded woodpecker (Alasmidonta heterodon) - Endangered
The red-cockaded woodpecker relics upon stands of large, live pine trees, typically 60 years of
age or older. Southern pines such as the Longleaf pine (Pintts palnstris) and Loblolly pine
(Pines laeda) are used by the species to develop nesting and roosting cavities. Foraging habitats
include stands of pines and pine/hardwood mixes that are 30 years or more in age and the birds
prefer trees that are 10 inches in diameter or larger. An adequate foraging habitat may be
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Freshwater Mussels
Over sixty freshwater mussel species are known to inhabit North Carolina with the majority of
these species being listed as either state endangered, state threatened, or state species of concern.
The Yellow Lance (Elliptio lanceolata), Atlantic Pigtoe (Fuscorraia masoni), Green Floatcr
(Lasmioona srtbviridis) are listed as state threatened for Wake County, according to the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program. The Triangle Floater (Alasmidonta undulate), Roanoke
Slabsliell (Elliptio roanokensis), Eastern Lampshell (Lampsilis radiate radiate), and Creeper
(Strophitus un(lulates) are listed as state threatened for Wake County.
Freshwater mussels live in hinged calcium based shells, burrowing in stream substrates. Water is
drawn into their shells and filtered for food and oxygen. The majority of North Carolina's
freshwater mussel species require flowing streams with fair to excellent water quality. At the
same time however, the above mentioned species differ in their preference of stream substrates
(sandy, clayey, gravel, or boulders) and stream velocity (slow flowing pools verses more rapid
riffles).
Michaux's Sumac - (Rhos michauxii) -Endangered
Michaux's sumac is a hairy, rhizomatous shrub with stems reaching 1 to 3 feet in height. The
shrub produces greenish yellow to white flowers between June and July and fruit between
August and October. The plant species grows in areas of sandy or rocky, basic soils near open
woods that have been periodically disturbed from roadsides, prescribed fires, highway rights-of
way, or on the edges of maintained clearings.
Bald Eagle - (Haliaectus leucoccPhahts) - Threatened
The Bald Eagle is an endangered raptor known to inhabit shorelines of large bodies of water.
The species feeds on primarily fish, however sometimes preying on birds, small mammals, and
turtles. Nests are constructed of large sticks, pine needles, and grasses on pine or cypress trees in
North Carolina and can measure up to six feet across.
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Littleleaf Sneezeweed - (Ileleniunt bl•evifoliuni)- State Endangered
The Littleleaf Sneezeweed is a perennial herb with several stems that protrude from a crown.
Basal leaves are present at the time yellow or reddish flowers are produced. The plant species
has been known to inhabit pond and wetland habitats.
Carolina Least Trlllillnl - (TH11han pussdlum vai• pusilhun) - State Endangered, FSC
The Carolina Least Trillium is a small flowering plant that inhabits wetlands of bottonfland
forests with small streams. The species prefers shade and produces a solitary white to pink
flower between March and early May. Activities such as logging or creation of drainage ditches,
may be detrimental to the species based on the drying affect it may have on the soils.
Eastern Tiger Salamander - (Ambystonta ti?;riuum) - State Threatened
The Eastern Tiger Salamander is an amphibian with a sturdy body, large head, and rounded
snout. Its body is typically blue-black or brownish black in color with yellow spots on its back
and sides. The species averages 7 to 8 inches in length and spends the majority of its life
underground, except during times of heavy rain or for breeding. The salamander utilizes small
ponds, marshes, or other permanent bodies of water for breeding and forages in adjacent sandy
pine stands.
Least Brook Lamprey - (Lampetra aepyptei•a) - State Threatened
The Least Brook Lamprey is a long-bodied freshwater fish that feeds on microscopic organic
material round in clear, creeks and small rivers. Larvae utilize quiet water along pools, back
water, or spring fed wetlands of sandy or clayey bottomed streams. Spawning occurs in late
winter or spring and eggs are deposited along gravelly riffle sections of streams.
Bog Spicebush - (Lindei•a subca•iacea) - State Threatened, FSC
The Bog spicebush is a multi-stenuucd deciduous shrub reaching 1 to 2 meters in height with
bluish green upper leaves and hairy, pale green lower leaves. Small, yellow flowers in clusters
of three or four appear in early spring. Habitat requirements include moist to wet, shrub
dominated wetlands with mucky peat. The bog spicebush has been found in wetlands bordering
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Piedmont Quillwort - (Isoetes piedmontana) - State Threatened
The Piedmont Quillwort is a perennial fern with leaves 3 to 6 inches in length containing white
megaspores. Habitat requirements include shaded areas along bottomland forested wetlands of
creeks and rivers.
Small's Portulaca - (Portulaca smallii) - State Threatened
r. The Small's Portulaca is a flowering plant with paddle shaped leaves, known to survive in
Piedmont regions. Its habitat includes open, unshaded areas with scattered trees on dry, sandy
soils.
Low Wild-Petunia - (Ruellia humilis) - State Threatened
The Low Wild-Petunia is flowering plant with erect stems and funnel shaped blue to purple
flowers. The species can tolerate full sunlight and can thrive in dry, rocky soils that are shallow
to bedrock.
Grassleaf Arrowhead (Sagittaria orammea var lveathei bia?ta)- State Threatened
The Grassleaf Arrowhead is a perennial herb with long basal leaves and whorls of flowers with
three white petals. The plant species utilizes ponds and wetlands with constant but moderate
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3.0 Survey Results and Conclusions
The approximately 49 acre property was reviewed during a field survey to evaluate its habitat
suitability for Wake County's federal and state endangered and threatened species. The
conclusions of this survey are based solely on our data review and the findings from our field
survey.
3.1 Threatened and Endangered Species Survey Results
RED-COCKADED WOODPECKER (Picoides borealis)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
The Red-cockaded woodpecker depends on large tracts of old, live pine stands for nesting, and
foraging stands with tree diameters of 10 inches or larger. The proposed project is not expected
to impact large tracts of old, live, pine stands in Wake County, and should not impact the Red-
cockaded woodpecker or its habitat.
YELLOW LANCE (Elliptio lauceolata),
A'T'LANTIC PIGTOE (Fuscouaia nasoui),
GREEN FLOATER (Lasnigoua subviridis),
TRIANGLE FLOATER (Alasmidatta undulate),
ROANOKE SLABSHELL (Elliptio roanokensis),
EASTERN LAMPSHELL (Lampsilis radiate radiate),
CREEPER (Strophitus uudulatus)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
The freshwater mussel species listed as state threatened and endangered for Wake County, North
Carolina prefer stream habitats with fair to excellent water quality. No onsite streams were
identified during the field survey, and no streams were identified by the U.S. Army Corps of
Engineers during their August 25, 2005 onsite meeting. The proposed project is not expected to
impact streams within Wake County, and therefore, should not impact the above listed species of freshwater mussels.
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1\/IICIIAUX,S SUMAC - (Rhus ntichcauxii)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
The MichaUx'S sumac requires sandy or rocky, basic soils, near open woods that have been
periodically disturbed from roadsides, prescribed fires, highway rights-of way, or on the edges of
maintained clearings. During the field survey no periodically disturbed areas were observed and
according to the Wake County soil survey, basic soils are not likely to be found within the
property's boundaries. The proposed project is not expected to impact periodically disturbed
areas with basic soils in Wake County and should not impact the Michaux's sumac or its habitat.
BALD EAGLE - (Haliaeetus learcocephalus)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
The Bald Eagle is known to inhabit near areas with large bodies of water, utilizing large pines or
cypress trees for nests. During the field survey an approximately 5.4 acre pond with an adjacent
0.49 acre pond were observed within the property's boundaries. No significantly large pines or
cypress trees were observed in the vicinity of the ponds. The proposed project is not expected to
impact large bodies of water with nearby cypress or pines in Wake County and should not impact
the Bald Eagle or its habitat.
LITTLELEAF SNEEZEWEED - (Helenium brevifolium)
Biological Conclusions NO EFFECT
During the field survey pond and wetland habitats were observed. Additional database searches
for the Littleleaf Sneezeweed resulted in no listing for the species within the USGS "Apex"
Quad according to the North Carolina Natural Heritage Program. Although potentially suitable
habitat for the species may be present within the property's boundaries, the species is not listed
as threatened or endangered for the USGS Quad that includes the subject property. Therefore ,
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CAROLINA LEAST TRILLIUM - (TI-illium pussillum var pusillum)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Carolina Least Trillium is known to inhabit wetlands of shady bottomland forests along
small streams. During the field survey no streams or bottomland forested wetlands were
observed within the properties boundaries. The proposed project is not expected to impact
bottomland forested wetlands in Wake County and therefore, the project should not impact the
Carolina Least Trillium or its habitat.
EASTERN TIGER SALAMANDER - (Anibystoma tigrinamt)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Eastern Tiger Salamander utilizes small ponds, marshes, or other permanent bodies of water
located near sandy pine stands that it uses for foraging. During the field survey two small ponds
and a jurisdictional wetland were observed, however, adjacent stands of pines with sandy soils
impact stands of pine trees and should not impact the Eastern Tiger Salamander or its habitat.
were not observed within the property's boundaries. The proposed project is not expected to
LEAST BROOK LAiVIPREY - (Lampetm acpyptem)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Least Brook Lamprey requires clear creeks or small rivers with sandy or clayey substrates
for its habitat. During the field survey no onsite streams were observed and no streams were
identified by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers during their August 25, 2005 onsite meeting.
The proposed project is not expected to impact streams in Wake County and the project should
not impact the Least Brook Lamprey or its habitat.
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BOG SPICEBUSII - (Lindera subcoriacea)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Bog spicebush is known to inhabit shrub dominated wetlands with mucky peat that border
head water streams. During the field survey no wetlands that border headwater streams were
observed. The proposed project is not expected to impact shrub dominated wetlands with mucky
peat soils in Wake County and should not impact the Bog spicebush or its habitat.
PIEDMONT QUILLWORT - (Isoetes piedntontana)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Piedmont Quillwort requires shady bottomland forested wetlands of creeks and rivers.
During the field survey no bottomland forested wetlands were observed within the property's
boundaries. The project is not expected to impact bottomland forested wetlands in Wake County
and therefore should not impact the Piedmont Quillwort or its habitat.
SMALL'S PORTULACA - (Portulaca sniallii)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Small's Portulaca requires open, unshaded areas with scattered trees on dry, sandy soils.
Fallow agricultural fields provided open, unshaded areas observed during the field survey. Due
to recent farming of the site, and competition from existing overgrown vegetation, it is unlikely
that suitable habitat for the Small's Portulaca exists within the properties boundaries. Therefore,
the project is not expected to impact the Small's Portulaca or its habitat.
LOW WILD-PETUNIA - (Ruellia lunuilis)
Biological Conclusions
NO EFFECT
The Low Wild-Pctunia can tolerate full sunlight and can thrive in dry, rocky soils that are
shallow to bedrock. Tallow agricultural fields provided areas of frill sunlight observed during
the field survey. Due to recent farming of the site, and competition from existing overgrown
vegetation, it is unlikely that suitable habitat for the Low wild-petunia exists within the
properties boundaries. The Wake County Soil Survey showed soil series within the properties
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Low wild-petunia or its habitat in Wake County.
GRASSLEA>! ARROWHEAD (Sagittai-hi graminea var weatherbiana)
Biological Conclusion
NO EFFECT
During the field survey two ponds and a wetland were observed within the property's
boundaries. Additional database searches for the Grassleaf Arrowhead resulted in no listing for
the species within the USGS "Apex" Quad according to the North Carolina Natural Heritage
Program. Although potentially suitable habitat for the species may be present within the
property's boundaries, the species is not listed as threatened or endangered for the USGS Quad
that includes the subject property. Therefore, the proposed project is not expected to impact the
Grassleaf Arrowhead or its habitat.
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4.0 REFERENCES
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program Website. Accessed September 20, 2005.
littp://ils.unc.edu/earl<proiect/rnhp/info.litm
United States Fish and Wildlife Service, North Carolina Ecological Services Website. Accessed
September 20, 2005. littp://nc-es.f?vs.!o\,/es/cs.litml
United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Website. Accessed September 20, 2005.
htti)://endans,ered.fxvs.?,,ov/vvildlife.html
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October 27, 2005
Ms. Melanie McKinney
S&ME Inc.
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
Subject: Phase IA Cultural Resources Reconnaissance Study for Proposed Shopping Center in
Wake County, North Carolina
Dear Ms. McKinney:
On October 26, 2005, TRC Garrow Associates Inc. (TRC) conducted a limited surface inspection of an
approximately 50 acre tract near Holly Springs, North Carolina for proposed retail development (Figure
1). The inspection focused on undisturbed areas and standing structures within the project area and
architectural resources older than 50 years in age located within or immediately adjacent to the project
area. The project area is bordered by NC 55 on the east and surrounded on the north, west, and south, by
® State Road 1114.
Literature Review
Prior to fieldwork, a background research was conducted at the North Carolina Office of State
Archaeology (OSA), the North Carolina State Archives, and the North Carolina State Historic
Preservation Office. This research included examination of archaeological sites, structures, and National
Register of Historic Places (NRI-IP) files, cemetery survey records, and cultural resource reports. The
background research gathered information concerning the presence of known archaeological sites, historic
structures or cemeteries, or potential sites on or in close proximity to the project area.
No archaeological sites or historic structures were previously documented on the project tract. Two
archaeological sites are recorded within one mile of the project area, 31 WA1156 and 31 WA1256. Neither
site was found to be eligible for preservation after evaluation. Three historic structures located within one
mile of the project tract are eligible for the NRHP.
The first historic structure, WA611, is located on the east side NC 55, 0.6 iniles southeast of the project
area, and was reportedly destroyed.
The second historic structure, WA612, or the Richard L. Adams Farm, lies on the west side of NC 55 less
than a half mile southeast of the project area. The farm includes a Colonial Revival style foursquare
house, several domestic and agricultural outbuildings, tenant houses, pastures, and cultivated fields.
The third historic structure, WA613, is the Alsey J. "Jeff' Stephens Farm. Possibly due to the widening of
NC 55, the main house, well house, and kitchen have now been moved to the west down an unnamed
gravel road running u south from SR 1114. The house is foursquare with Victorian and Craftsmen details
and originally included ten agricultural and domestic buildings, a tenant house, and cultivated fields.
Standing at the original location are the frame and metal shed, farm equipment building, barn, garage,
tobacco barn, and privy.
50101 Governors Drive, Suite 25,9 • Chapel Hill, North Carolina 27515
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On October 26, 2005, a cultural resources reconnaissance survey was conducted on the proposed
shopping center tract by Tracy Martin, TRC Archaeologist. The survey consisted of a limited surface
inspection of those portions of the project area that were not disturbed. No subsurface investigation was
conducted and no artifacts were collected. The goal of this investigation was to document and
characterize the above-ground and obvious disturbances and to attempt to locate undisturbed areas within
the project area if they existed. Notes were kept in a field journal said general views of the project area
were taken with a digital camera.
The survey area is approximately 50 acres. Several small drainages traverse the project tract, and have
been somewhat altered by agricultural activities. The center of the project area consists of a man-made
pond with a house and cinder block building on lightly to moderately disturbed terrain (Figure 2). South
of the pond is a raised bank for vehicles with marsh to the south and southeast. The northern,
northwestern, western, southwestern, and southern portions of the project area consist of moderately
disturbed agricultural fields with 0% surface visibility (Figure 3). The southeastern area consists of the
aforementioned marshy terrain and some lightly wooded areas (Figure 4). Moderately disturbed
agricultural fields continue from the southeastern corner to the eastern side. The eastern point of the
project area consists of undisturbed heavily vegetated areas. The northeastern corner consists of
developed properties with little to no undisturbed ground due to construction (Figure 5). To the west of
this heavily vegetated area and south of the developed area lies a smaller agricultural field with 10% to
15% surface visibility. Along the western edge of this field, three glass fragments and one piece of
whiteware were found on the surface.
SUMMARY AND ASSESSMENT OF EFFECTS
No previously recorded archaeological sites or architectural resources are located within the project tract.
The northeastern portion is highly disturbed from a recent housing development and construction of the
pond has altered the landscape in this portion of the tract. Much of the area is lightly to moderately
disturbed due to agricultural use of the land; however, the potential exists for intact prehistoric and
historic archaeological deposits to be present in the undisturbed portions of the tract. The proposed project
would be unlikely to have an adverse effect on the architectural resource WA612, but WA613 would
likely be visually impacted by any development on the southern portion of this tract.
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Mr. Jim Price
WRS, Inc.
2361 South Centennial Avenue
Aiken, SC 29804
RE: Holly Springs Retail Site, Wake County
DWQ 406002, USACE Action ID. No. 200620291
Dear Mr. Price:
Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
Recent a-mails and phone conversations with Melanie McKinney of S&ME brought forth WRS, Inc's interest in
removing the on-site wetland creation as part of the mitigation requirement, and solely accounting for the credits
with payment to EEP. DWQ does not require mitigation for the 0.31 acres of wetland impact, so this mitigation
allowance will apply only to the Army Corps of Engineers.
However, DWQ's approval of the 401 Water Quality Certification was issued based on the on-site wetland
creation being part of the storm water management plan. The created wetland must still be constructed as part of
the stormwater management or an alternative design must be submitted. "A final, written stormwater
management plan (including a signed and notarized Operation and Maintenance Agreement) shall be approved in
writing by this Office before the impacts specified in this Certification may occur." as stated in Condition 11 of
the Approval letter dated March 13, 2006. This condition addresses what components must be included in the
plan and it addresses special conditions required for Nutrient Sensitive Waters (NSW).
This letter in no way responds to the current request for modification that our office has on file. The modification
request will be processed once our office has received the complete package for that modification request.
If we can be of further assistance, do not hesitate to contact us. If you have any questions concerning Stormwater
Management plans you may contact Sam Aghimien at [phone].
Yours,
Cc: Melanie McKinney, S&ME, Inc. 3718 Old
Monte Matthews, USACOE, Raleigh Regu
USACOE- Wilmington District
Eric Kulz, DWQ-RRO
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401 Oversight/Express Review Permitting Unit
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1650
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250, Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone [phone] / Fax [phone]
Internet: http://NvwNv.ncwatcrquality.org
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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
Colcen H. Sullins, Deputy Director
Division of Water Quality
April 19, 2006
DWQ # 06-0002 V2
Wake County
CERTIFIED MAIL
S&ME, Inc.
Attn: Melanie McKinney
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
Subject: Holly Springs Retail Site
Application Sets
Ms. McKinney:
On April 17, 2006 the Wetlands/401 Unit of the- Division of Water Quality received the project modification
correspondence on behalf of WRS, Inc. for a retail center in Wake County, North Carolina. We acknowledge
receipt of the applicable fee; however, the project has been placed on hold for the following reason:
1. DWQ requires five (5) complete permitting application sets, associated project maps and documents
In order for DWQ to begin review and process your request, we ask that you meet the above criteria. This
project remains on hold pending receipt of the application sets. Please reference DWQ # noted above on all future
correspondence
If you have any questions regarding this letter please do not hesitate to call Ian McMillan or me at [phone].
ncerely,
Cyndi Karoly, Supervisor
401 Oversight/Express Review Unit
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cc: WRS, Inc., Mr. Art Kepes, 2361 South Centennial Ave, Aiken, SC 29803
Eric Kulz, DWQ Raleigh Regional Office
File copy
Central File
060002V2 HollySpringsRetailSite (Wake)_Appl Sets
N. C. Division of Water Quality, 401 Wetlands Certification Unit,
1650 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1650 (Mailing Address)
2321 Crabtree Blvd., Raleigh, NC 27603-2260 (Location)
[phone] (phone), 919-733-6893 (fax), (http://li2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetlands)
Customer Service #: 1-877-623-6748
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a Complete items 1, 2, and 3. Also complete
item 4 if Restricted Delivery is desired.
a Print your name and address on the reverse
so that we can return the card to you.
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or on the front if space permits.
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S&ME Inc.
Attn: Melanie McKinney
3718 Old Battleground Road
Greensboro,NC 27410 3Acgistcred ice Type
# 06-0002-Wake i Mail 11 Express Mail
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401 Oversight/Express Unit
2321 Crabtree Boulevard, Suite 250
Raleigh, NC 27604
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3718 Old Battleground Rd.
Greensboro, North Carolina 27410
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4-13-06 Holly Springs 1588-5040 $ 475.00
Retail Site
Wake County
DWQ#060002
(1588-05-014)