20190460 Ver 2_PCN Form Submission_20191008

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Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
September 29, 2018 Ver 3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance into the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned *
Version#*
20190460
2
Is a payment required for this project?*
* No payment required
What amout is owed?*
* Fee received
r $240.00
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
r $570.00
Reviewing Office* Select Project Reviewer*
Mooresville Regional Office - [phone] Alan Johnson:eads\adjohnsonl
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Stanly Solar Development
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Lisa Federico
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
10/8/2019
Nearest Body of Water
Long Creek
Basin
Yadkin-PeeDee
Water Classification
Class C
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.28975
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Stanly
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
Longitude:
-80.23723
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
V Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
F Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
1 b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
P Nationwide Permit (NWP)
F- Regional General Permit (RGP)
r- Standard (IP)
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]

1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
r Yes r No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
rJ 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
F Non -404 Jurisdictional General Permit
F Individual Permit
14 - Linear transportation
1e. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
F 401 Water Quality Certification - E)press
r Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application?*
r- Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r Yes r No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
r- Yes r- No
Acceptance Letter Attachment
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
r Yes r No
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
r- Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
F- Owner FT Applicant (other than owner)
1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Carter Ronald L et al
2b. Deed book and page no.:
765,849
2c. Responsible party:
Stanly Solar, LLC (lessee); Dennis Richter
2d. Address
Street Address
227 Southside Drive, Suite B
Address Line 2
aY
Charlotte
Postal / Zip Code
28217
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
29. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
3. Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a. Name:
Llsa Federico
State / Rmince / Pagion
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
r Yes r No
ryes r No

3b. Business Name:
Stanly Solar, LLC
3c. Address
Street Address
227 Southside Drive, Suite B
Address Line 2
Cfty
Charlotte
Pbstd / Zip Code
28217
3d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
3f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(ff apprqmte)
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Albemarle
2. Project Identification
Slate / Province / Fbgicn
NC
Country
USA
3e. Fax Number:
2a. Property Identification Number:
653603004989,653603139359,
653603046441, 653603247805,
2b. Property size:
653603247435,653601263076
156.1
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Old Aquadale Road (6 parcels)
Address Line 2
aty
State / Province / mien
Fbstd / Zip Code
Country
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Long Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
Class C
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Yadkin-PeeDee
3d. Please provide the 12 -digit HUC in which the project is located.
030401050406
4. Project Description and History
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application:*
The Project site is dominated by pine plantation (land cover categories 48, orchards and tree farms or 322, young pine
plantations) and is surrounded primarily by row -cropping (category 2, cultivated land) and low density residential
developments (land use category 1.01.01, very low-density detached dwellings). A cleared transmission line easement
crosses the site from northwest to southeast (category 31, managed herbaceous cover).
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
R Yes r No r Unknown
4c. If yes, please give the DWR Certification number or the Corps Action ID (exp. SAW -0000-00000).
DWR# 19-0460 401 Water Quality Certification
JD application SAW -2019-00489 (pending)
Project History Upload
Stanly Solar 401 Auth 19-0460.pdf
931.34KB
4d. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of the project site. (for DWR)

Attachment A-2_USGS Map.pdf
795.94KB
4e. Attach an 8 1/2 X 11 excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map depicting the project site. (for DWR)
StanlySolar_Soils (002).pdf 2.97MB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.612
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
12,197
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The purpose of the Project is to construct gravel access roads for a solar development. The only impacts to surface
waters are for the access roads.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:
Project work will involve the installation of three (3) permanent crossings in Streams 7, 10, and 11 for 20 -foot gravel
access roads. Culverts will be designed and installed to allowfor aquatic life movement during lowflows, and per
Regional General Condition 3.6 Requirements for Culvert Placement and Water Quality General Certification No. 4135,
General Condition 11. Each stream crossing will require 30 linear feet of permanent impacts for culvert and road
installation, and 15 linear feet of temporary impacts. The Project will result in cumulative 135 linear feet of stream impacts
(0.005 acre), of which 90 linear feet are permanent (0.003 acre). The 45 linear feet of temporary impacts will be restored
to pre -construction grade, contours, and condition following all permit conditions and Best Management Practices.
Work will be performed using standard equipment, methodologies, and Best Management Practices. The proposed
access roads will be composed of gravel to allow infiltration and minimize environmental impact.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
Stanly_Site Plan 20190604.pdf 1.09MB
Attachment C_Impact Maps.pdf 1.31MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
Sa. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
C Yes r No r Unknown
Comments:
JD is pending; site visit has been completed by David Leigh
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r WA
Corps AID Number:
SAW -2019-00489
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Ben Schuplin, PWS
Agency/Consultant Company: ECT
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
JD site visit 5/17/2019 with David Leigh (USACE) and Ben Schuplin (ECT). The completed JD is pending.
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
r Yes r No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed projector related activity?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
F Wetlands R Streams -tributaries r Buffers
F_ Open Waters r Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts

31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
90
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
135
3j. Comments:
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
45
Of the 12,197 linear feet of streams on-site, 12,062 linear feet (99%) will be avoided. Permanent impacts are limited to 90 linear feet (0.7%). Note that
the total stream length and wetland quantity vary between the DWR permit and this application, due to adjustments that were made during the JD site
visit.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation -
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The proposed Project has been designed to avoid all impacts to on-site wetlands. Stream impacts have been limited to three (3) access road
crossings totaling 135 linear feet of impacts. Of the 12,197 linear feet of delineated stream on-site, 12,062 linear feet (99%) are avoided. No single
stream is crossed at more than one (1) location. The access road crossings are perpendicular to the stream channels to the maximum extent
practicable.
Permanent impacts are further limited to 30 linear feet at each crossing, the minimum necessary to support the 20 -foot access roads for long-term
facility maintenance. The remaining 15 linear feet of temporary impacts at each crossing will be restored upon completion of construction activities.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Best Management Practices will be implemented throughout construction to minimize impacts to downstream waters. Streambeds will be restored to
pre -project elevations and widths using natural streambed material such that the impacted stream reaches mimic the adjacent upstream and
downstream reaches, and stream banks will be restored to pre -project grade and contours.
Impacted streambeds will be backfilled with natural streambed material to a depth of at least 12 inches or to the bottom depth of the impacted areas if
shallower than 12 inches.
Natural durable materials, native seed mixes, and native plants and shrubs will be utilized in stream bank restoration to the extent practicable.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
(- Yes r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Permanent loss of WOTUS is limited to 0.003 acre needed for three road crossings, well below 0.1 acre.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes r No
If no, explain why:
The Project is not located within a watershed subject to to the Riparian Buffer Protection Programs.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
r Yes r No
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type *
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type *
3f. Type of
3g. S. width *
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S3
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9Average
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31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
31. Total permanent stream impacts:
90
31. Total stream and ditch impacts:
135
3j. Comments:
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
45
Of the 12,197 linear feet of streams on-site, 12,062 linear feet (99%) will be avoided. Permanent impacts are limited to 90 linear feet (0.7%). Note that
the total stream length and wetland quantity vary between the DWR permit and this application, due to adjustments that were made during the JD site
visit.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation -
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The proposed Project has been designed to avoid all impacts to on-site wetlands. Stream impacts have been limited to three (3) access road
crossings totaling 135 linear feet of impacts. Of the 12,197 linear feet of delineated stream on-site, 12,062 linear feet (99%) are avoided. No single
stream is crossed at more than one (1) location. The access road crossings are perpendicular to the stream channels to the maximum extent
practicable.
Permanent impacts are further limited to 30 linear feet at each crossing, the minimum necessary to support the 20 -foot access roads for long-term
facility maintenance. The remaining 15 linear feet of temporary impacts at each crossing will be restored upon completion of construction activities.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Best Management Practices will be implemented throughout construction to minimize impacts to downstream waters. Streambeds will be restored to
pre -project elevations and widths using natural streambed material such that the impacted stream reaches mimic the adjacent upstream and
downstream reaches, and stream banks will be restored to pre -project grade and contours.
Impacted streambeds will be backfilled with natural streambed material to a depth of at least 12 inches or to the bottom depth of the impacted areas if
shallower than 12 inches.
Natural durable materials, native seed mixes, and native plants and shrubs will be utilized in stream bank restoration to the extent practicable.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
(- Yes r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Permanent loss of WOTUS is limited to 0.003 acre needed for three road crossings, well below 0.1 acre.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes r No
If no, explain why:
The Project is not located within a watershed subject to to the Riparian Buffer Protection Programs.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
r Yes r No

2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
r Yes r No
Comments:
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r No
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H.0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H.1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B.0200)?*
r Yes r No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?*
r Yes r No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The Stanly Solar Development is a stand-alone facility that will not have any subsequent development, nor result in
additional neighboring development.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r No C WA
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
r Yes r No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?*
r Yes r No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No r Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
r Yes r No
5f. Will you cut anytrees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
r Yes r No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
r Yes r No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
r Yes r No
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
r Yes r No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) Information for Planning and Consultation System (IPaC), NC Natural Heritage Program, and field survey for the
Schweinitz�s sunflower. See attached materials documenting field survey and coordination with USFWS and NC Wildlife Resources Commission.
Consultation Documentation Upload
Attachment D2_USFWS Response.pdf 520.71 KB
Attachment D3_NCWRC Response.pdf 36.77KB
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?
r Yes r No

6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?*
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration online Essential Fish Habitat Mapper and Website
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?*
r Yes r No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?*
North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office and Phase I archaeological survey. An historic cemetery not eligible for the National Register of
Historic Places but protected under state law is located on the site. This feature will be avoided or protected by fencing per recommendations from the
archaeology firm.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
Attachment E1_NCDNR Cultural 2017-08.pdf 775.83KB
Attachment E2 Archy Report 2018-04.pdf 7.65MB
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA -designated 100 -year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Miscellaneous
Comments
The attached internal memo was used to initially document that the Project could be authorized under a non -notifying NWP 14. However, coordination with USACE for the JD determined
that the streams proposed for impacts may have riffle/pool complex and thus require Pre -Construction Notification.
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
Stanly Solar_NWP Memo 20190410.pdf
3.26MB
Signature t^'
rd By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Valerie Locker
Signature
Date
10/8/2019

DocuSign Envelope ID: 4615458E-37C1-4019-8F60-27C4D28F28C4
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
PROPERTY LEGAL DESCRIPTION:
LOT NO. PLAN NO.
STREET ADDRESS: OIC) Aquadale Road
Stanly County, NC
653603046441,653603247805,
PARCEL ID: 653601263076, 653603247435
Please print: Stanly Solar, LLC (lessee)
Property Owner:
Property Owner:
The undersigned, registered property owners of the above noted property, do hereby authorize
Jessica Miller , of Environmental Consulting and Technology, Inc (ECT)
(Contractor / Agent) (Name of consulting firm)
to act on my behalf and take all actions necessary for the processing, issuance and acceptance of
this permit or certification and any and all standard and special conditions attached.
Property Owner's Address (if different than property above):
4200 Arbor Way, Charlotte, NC 28211
Telephone:
We hereby certify the above information submitted in this application is true and accurate to the
best of our knowledge.
L'DocuSigned by::'I '^
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Authorized Signature
3/27/2019
Date:
Authorized Signature
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ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Director
Ms. Lisa Federico
Stanly Solar, LLC
227 Southside Dr., Ste B
Charlotte, NC 28217
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
4 June 2019
DWR# 19-0460
Stanly County
Subject: APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification with Additional Conditions
Stanly Solar Project
Dear Ms. Federico:
You have our approval, in accordance with the General Certification and those
conditions listed below, for the purpose proposed in your application dated April 10, 2019 and
received by the Division of Water Resources (the Division) on April 12, 2019 and subsequent
information on June 4, 2019. After reviewing your application, we have determined that this
project is covered by Water Quality General Certification Number 4135 which can be viewed on
our web site at https:Hdeg.nc.qov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-
Perm its/wastewater-branch/401 -wetlands-buffer-permits/401-401 -isolated-wetlands-waters-
program The General Certification allows you to use Nationwide Permit Number 14 once it is
issued to you by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (COE). Please note that you should get any
other federal, state or local permits before proceeding with your project, including those required
by (but not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control, Non -Discharge, and Water Supply
Watershed regulations.
The above noted Certification will expire when the associated 404 permit expires unless
otherwise specified in the General Certification. It is advised that all conditions of the
Certification are reviewed prior to initiation of the project. In addition to the requirements of the
Certification, you must also comply with the following conditions:
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your
application. If you change your project, you must notify us in writing, and you may be
required to send us a new application for a new Certification. If total wetland fills for this
project (now or in the future) exceed one acre, or of total impacts to streams (now or in
the future) exceed 300 linear feet, compensatory mitigation may be 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. 15A NCAC
02H .0506 and 15A NCAC 02H .0507
2. The Mooresville Regional Office shall be notified in writing once construction at the
approved impact areas has commenced. 15A NCAC 02H .0502 (e)
EQ��North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Water Resources
Mooresville Regional Office 1 610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 1 Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
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3. Approved Impacts:
Type of Impact Amount Approved Amount Approved
Temporary Impact Permanent Impact
Stream 45 linear ft. 90 linear ft.
Wetland 0 acre 0 acre
4. Diversion Ditches and other storm water conveyances as related to the sediment and
erosion control measures shall be matted and/or stabilized to reduce sediment loss and
turbidity. This includes interior/exterior slopes of sediment basins. 15A NCAC 02H .0506
(b)(3) and (c)(3)
5. Bare/fill slopes in excess of 10 feet in height and within 30 feet of surface waters shall be
matted. 15A NCAC 02H .0506 (b)(3) and (c)(3)
6. Use of native vegetation and other soft stream bank stabilization techniques is
recommended where practicable instead of riprap or other bank hardening methods. If
riprap is necessary, it shall not be placed in the streambed, unless approved by DWR
7. During the construction of the project, no staging of equipment of any kind is permitted in
waters of the U.S., or protected riparian buffers. 15A NCAC 02H .0506(b)(3)
8. No rock, sand or other materials shall be dredged from the stream channel except where
authorized by this Certification. 15A NCAC 02H.0506(b)(3)
9. The permittee shall report to the Mooresville Regional Office any noncompliance with
this certification, any violation of stream or wetland standards [including but not limited to
sediment impacts, and any violation of state regulated riparian buffer rules. Information
shall be provided orally within 24 hours (or the next business day if a weekend or
holiday) from the time the applicant became aware of the circumstances. A written
submission shall also be provided within 5 business days of the time the applicant
becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description
of the noncompliance, and its causes; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time
compliance is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate,
and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance. The Division may waive the written
submission requirement on a case-by-case basis. 15A NCAC 02B.0200
10. The Permittee shall ensure that the final design drawings adhere to the permit and to the
permit drawings submitted for approval. 15A NCAC 02H .0507 (c) and 15A NCAC
02H .0506 (b)(2) and (c)(2)
11. Upon completion of the project, the applicant shall complete and return a "Certificate of
Completion" form to the 401/Wetlands Branch of the Division using the following link:
https://edocs.deq.nc.gov/Forms/Certificate-of-Completion. 15A NCAC 02H .0507(c)
This Certification can be contested as provided in Articles 3 and 4 of the General Statute
150B by filing a written petition for an administrative hearing to the Office of the Administrative
Hearings (hereby known as OAH). A petition form may be obtained from the OAH at
http://www.ncoah.com/or by calling the OAH Clerk's Office at [phone].

Within sixty (60) calendar days of receipt of this notice, a petition must be filed with the
OAH. A petition is considered filed when the original and one (1) copy along with any applicable
OAH filing fee is received in the OAH during normal office hours (Monday through Friday, 8:00
am to 5:00 pm, excluding state holidays).
The petitions may be faxed to the OAH at [phone], provided the original and one
(1) copy of the petition along with any applicable OAH filing fee is received by the OAH within
five (5) business days following the faxed transmission. Mailing address for the OAH:
If sending via US Postal Service:
Office of Administrative Hearings
6714 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-6714
If sending via delivery service (UPS, FedEx, etc.)
Office of Administrative Hearings
1711 New Hope Church Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27609-6285
One (1) copy of the petition must also be served on DEQ as follows:
Mr. William F. Lane, General Counsel
Department of Environmental Quality
1601 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1601
This letter completes the review by the Division under Section 401 of the Clean Water
Act. If you have any questions, please telephone Mr. Alan Johnson in the Mooresville Regional
Office at 704-663-1699.
Sincerely,
Do�^cu/ASigned by:
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W. Corey Basinger, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Mooresville Regional Office, DEQ
Attachments
cc: Army Corps of Engineers, Charlotte, email
Jessica Miller, Env. Consulting & Tech., [e-mail]
DWR 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch file
MRO, Land Quality

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION
NCDWR Project No.:
Applicant:
Project Name:
Date of Issuance of 401 Water Quality Certification:
Certificate of Completion
County:
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 this certificate to the 401
Wetland & Buffer Permitting Unit, North Carolina Division of Water Resources, 1617 Mail Service Center,
Raleigh, NC, 27699-1617. This form may be returned to NCDWR by the applicant, the applicant's
authorized agent, or the project engineer. It is not necessary to send certificates from all of these.
Applicant's Certification
I, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed
to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer
Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature:
Agent's Certification
Date:
I, , hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care
and diligence was used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed
to be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer
Rules, the approved plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature:
Engineer's Certification
Partial Final
Date:
I, _, as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the State
of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically, weekly, full time) the construction of
the project for the Permittee hereby state that, to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the construction such that the construction was observed to be built within
substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved
plans and specifications, and other supporting materials.
Signature Registration No. Date

North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources
State Historic Preservation Office
Ramona Ai. Bartos, Administrator
Governor Roy Cooper
Secretary Susi H. Hamilton
August 31, 2017
Officc of Archives and History
Deputy Secretary Kevin Cherry
Dennis Richter dennisksolterrapartners.c_om
Stanly Solar, LLC
2125 Southend Drive, Suite 450
Charlotte, NC 28203
Re: Stanly Solar, 50 MW Solar Photovoltaic Electric Generating Facility, 20217 Old Aquadale Road,
Albemarle, Stanly County, North Carolina, CH 17-1529
Dear Mr. Richter:
Thank you for your letter of August 3, 2017, concerning the above referenced project. We have reviewed
the information provided and offer the following comments:
No historic buildings will be affected by the proposed undertaking.
The project area consists of a tract of land located along the north side of Old Aquadale Road in
Albermarle. The current landuse includes agricultural fields, wooded areas with planted trees, and areas
that appear to have been recently logged. Long Creek borders the west side of the project area and several
unnamed tributaries drain the subject parcel. Topographically, much of the project area is sloped, though
there are several relatively level landforms and toe ridges above Long Creek. While there are no
previously recorded archaeological resources within the project area, there are two cemeteries and several
structures shown on topographic maps.
Prior to the initiation of any ground disturbing activities within the project area, we recommend that a
comprehensive archaeological survey be conducted by an experienced archaeologist. This
recommendation is based partly because there are presumably cemeteries located within the project area,
and because of the site potential based on the landforms and proximity to Long Creek. The purpose of this
survey will be to locate archaeological sites and make recommendations regarding the eligibility status of
each site in terms of the NRNP. Because much of the subject parcel is sloped, the entire project area may
not need to be intensively surveyed with systematic shovel tests. The entire project area should, however,
be investigated with pedestrian reconnaissance. Please note that our office now requests consultation with
the Office of State Archaeology Review Archaeologist to discuss appropriate field methodologies prior to
the archaeological field investigation. Please also note that cemeteries are protected under North Carolina
General Statute Chapter 65, and should be avoided if possible. If human skeletal remains are encountered
during construction, the provisions of North Carolina General Statute Chapter 70, Article 3 apply,
and construction activities should immediately cease the State Archaeologist, John Mintz, should be
contacted immediately.
Location: 109 Last Jones Street, Raleigh NC 27601 Mailing Address: 4617 \lail Service Center, Raleigh NC 27699-4617 Telephone/Fax; [phone]/807-6599

One paper copy and one digital copy (PDF) of all resulting archaeological reports, as well as one paper
copy and one digital copy (MS Word) of the North Carolina site form for each site recorded, should be
forwarded to the Office of State Archaeology through this office for review and comment as soon as they
are available and in advance of any construction or ground disturbance activities.
A list of archaeological consultants who have conducted or expressed an interest in contract work in
North Carolina is available at www.archaeology.nedcr.gov/nearch/resource/consultants.htm. The
archaeologists listed, or any other experienced archaeologist, may be contacted to conduct the
recommended survey.
The above comments are made pursuant to Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act and the
Advisory Council on Historic Preservation's Regulations for Compliance with Section 106 codified at 36
CFR Part 800.
Thank you for your cooperation and consideration. If you have questions concerning the above comments,
please contact Renee Gledhill -Earley, environmental review coordinator, at 919-807- 6579 or
[e-mail]. In all future communication concerning this project, please cite the
above -referenced tracking number.
Sincerely,
Ramona Bartos4

QPP��ENT OF Tye, FISH LIFE
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160 Zillicoa Street Suite #B
Asheville, North Carolina 28801
February 4, 2019
Ms. Jessica Miller
ECT, Inc.
7208 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 102
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
Dear Ms. Miller:
Subject: Listed Species Assessment, for Proposed Stanly Solar, LLC Project, Adjacent to NC
Highway 52, near Misenheimer, Stanly County, North Carolina
On December 11, 2018, we received (via e-mail) your letter requesting our comments on the subject
project. Your email included a copy of the survey results from the project site for Schweinitz's
sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii) which is currently federally listed as endangered. We have
reviewed the information that you presented and the following comments are provided in accordance
with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C.§ 4321 et seq.); the Fish and
Wildlife Coordination Act, as amended (16 U.S.C. 661-667e); the Migratory Bird Treaty Act, as
amended (16 U.S.C. 703); and section 7 of the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended
(16 U.S.C. 1531-1543) (Act).
Project Description
According to the information presented, your client is proposing to construct a solar array on a site
that currently consists of forested and agricultural land. The forested areas consist of mixed
hardwood and pine and some area has been selectively thinned or cleared in the recent past. Your
letter did not include information regarding wetlands and/or streams that occur within the project
area.
Federally Listed Endangered and Threatened Species
As indicated in your letter, the project site contains suitable habitat for Schweinitz's sunflower. On
October 30, 2018, a survey for this species was conducted by ECT personnel in all areas of suitable
habitat. No evidence of Schweinitz's sunflower was found within the surveyed areas. We concur
with the survey results provided and believe the project will not adversely affect this species.
The prcj ect site also contains potential suitable habitat for northern long-eared bat (Myotis
septent� ionalis), which is currently federally listed as a threatened species. The clearing of trees for
construction of the project, staging areas, etc. could impact suitable maternity roost trees for northern
long-eared bats. The nearest known record for this species is about 70 -miles from the project site.
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moratorium of June 1 -July 31 is recommended within areas of habitat for this species. Because: 1)
the project site is over 70 -miles away from the nearest known occurrence; and 2) there is a large
amount of suitable habitat in close proximity to the site and in the surrounding area, we believe the
any effects of the project on this species would be discountable and could concur with a "may affect
— not likely to adversely affect" determination for this project. We recommend the cutting
moratorium of June 1 -July 31 be implemented into the plans if possible. Though a "not likely to
adversely affect" determination would not be dependent on this action, the cutting moratorium is a
measure that can be implemented to further reduce the probability of "take" of this species.
Further, we believe a "no effect" determination is appropriate for all other federally listed species
that are known to occur in Stanly County. Therefore, we believe the requirements under section 7 of
the Act are fulfilled. However, obligations under section 7 of the Act must be reconsidered if (1)
new information reveals impacts of this identified action that may affect listed species or critical
habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) this action is subsequently modified in a manner
that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is listed or critical habitat is determined
that may be affected by the identified action.
Wildlife Resources
Although solar energy production is a fast-growing renewable energy source that can lessen overall
impacts to natural resources when compared to conventional energy sources (coal, oil, gas, etc.), we
believe solar farms can adversely affect valuable natural resources if they are not properly planned
and constructed. Impacts to natural resources from the construction, operation, and maintenance of
solar farms include: the removal of forests and riparian buffers; creation of monotypic habitat;
introduction of invasive species; use of herbicides; creation of large, clear open spaces; and barriers
created from fencing. We strongly recommend that impacts to the riparian buffer/forested area on
the southern portion of the project area be avoided to the greatest extent possible.
To offset the overall impacts of solar facilities and/or to increase the habitat and species diversity
within the solar facility area, we further recommend the following measures be implemented into
project design:
Throughout the site, sow native seed mixes with plant species that are beneficial to pollinators.
Taller -growing pollinator plant species should be planted around the periphery of the site and
anywhere on the site where mowing can be restricted during the summer months. Taller plants,
not mowed during the summer, would provide benefits to pollinators, habitat to
ground-nesting/feeding birds, and cover for small mammals. Low-growing/groundcover native
species should be planted under the solar panels and between the rows of solar panels. This
would provide benefits to pollinators while also minimizing the amount of maintenance, such as
mowing and herbicide treatment. Using a seed mix that includes milkweed species (milkweed is
an important host plant for monarch butterflies) is especially beneficial. The following Web site
provides a comprehensive list of native plant species that benefit pollinators:
http://www.xerces.oWlp-content/uploads/2014/09lMidAtlanticPlantList web.pdf
Additional information regarding site prep, plant species, seed mixes, and pollinator habitat
requirements can be provided upon request. The Service and the North Carolina Wildlife
Resources Commission have recently completed a guidance document titled "North Carolina
Technical Guidance for Native Plantings on Solar Sites". That document is included as an
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mixes that can be used in conjunction with fast growing erosion control seed mix for overall soil
stability and pollinator benefits.
2. Create openings in fencing to allow passage for small mammals and turtles.
3. If possible, the solar field should be designed with open areas spread throughout the project site
and planted and maintained with taller pollinator -friendly plant species. This practice would
benefit pollinators, create diversity throughout the site, and provide much-needed shelter islands
to aid in the movement of small mammals and birds.
4. Mitigate for the loss of forested habitat. Though the loss of forested habitat cannot be fully
mitigated when cleared for solar facilities, we believe measures should be implemented into the
design plans to offset the impacts of the project to the greatest extent practicable. We
recommend the construction and placement of bat and bird boxes throughout the site along with
perch poles that are large enough to be used by raptors.
Create habitat for a diversity of species in "screening" areas. In all areas of the site where
vegetative `screening' will be required, we recommend that a diverse selection of tree and shrub
species be used to create a hedgerow type habitat structure. Hedgerows typically include a
variety of tree and shrub species that vary in height, as opposed to hedges, which are usually
made up of a single species in a closely spaced row. The resulting layers of plants mimic a
woodland or forest edge, fulfilling different habitat functions for wildlife such as shelter, nesting
sites, and food sources. Recent studies suggest that hedgerows generally support a higher
diversity of pollinator species than surrounding landscapes, and provide a valuable forage
resource and corridor for movement of pollinators.
6. Provide nesting sites for pollinator species. Different pollinators have different needs for
nesting sites. Therefore, we recommend designing the solar facility to maintain a diverse array
of habitats to accommodate varied pollinators, from hummingbirds to butterflies to bees.
Hummingbirds typically nest in trees or shrubs while many butterflies lay eggs on specific host
plants. Most bees nest in the ground and in wood or dry plant stems. For additional information
and actions that can be taken to benefit pollinators please visit the following Web site:
http: //www. fws./pollinators/pollinatorpaSeL/yourhelp. html.
We appreciate the opportunity to provide comments on this project. Please contact Mr. Bryan
Tompkins of our staff at 828/258-3939, Ext. 240, if you have any questions. In any future
correspondence concerning this project, please reference our Log Number 4-2-19-082.
Sincerely,
- - original signed - -
Janet Mizzi
Field Supervisor

9 North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission 9
Gordon Myers, Executive Director
22 October 2018
Ms. Jessica Miller
Mr. Christopher Wu
Environmental Consulting & Technology of North Carolina, PLLC
7208 Falls of Neuse Road, Suite 102
Raleigh, North Carolina 27615
Subject: Informal Consultation
Stanly Solar
Albemarle, Stanly County, North Carolina
ECT No. 180477-0100
Dear Ms. Miller and Mr. Wu,
Biologists with the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission (NCWRC) received your letter on 24
September 2018 requesting information on the possible presence of threatened and endangered species
and their habitat at a proposed solar facility. Biologists with NCWRC have reviewed the provided
documents Comments are provided in accordance with certain provisions of the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (G.S. 113A-1 through 113A-10; 1 NCAC 25) and the Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended; 16 U.S.C. 661 et seq.).
Stanly Solar, LLC, is proposing to construct a solar facility on approximately 760 acres located east of St.
Martin Road and south-southwest of Mabry Road, south of Albemarle, Stanly County, North Carolina.
The site consists of agricultural fields, pasture, and forested areas. Solar projects should be sited to avoid
impacts to wetlands, streams, riparian buffers and priority wildlife habitat. We prefer solar facilities are
constructed primarily on agricultural lands and avoid clearing the forest to have less impact on aquatic
and terrestrial wildlife species.
Long Creek, Little Long Creek and their unnamed tributaries flow through or adjacent to the site. Long
Creek and Little Long Creek in the Yadkin — Pee Dee River basin are classified as Class C streams by the
N.C. Division of Water Resources (NCDWR).
Within the vicinity of the proposed project, we have records for the federal and state endangered (SE)
Schweinitz's sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii); federal candidate and state threatened (ST) Georgia
aster (Symphyotrichum georgianum); federal species of concern (FSC) and SE Carolina creekshell
(Villosa vaughaniana); FSC and ST notched rainbow (Villosa constricta); FSC and state special concern
Carolina darter (Etheostoma collis); ST creeper (Strophitus undulatus); state significantly rare (SSR)
eastern creekshell (Villosa delumbis); and SSR prairie dock (Silphium terebinthinaceum). We have no
records within the proposed site; however, the lack of records from the site does not imply or confirm the
absence of federal or state -listed species. An on-site survey is the only definitive means to determine if
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the proposed project would impact federal or state rare, threatened, or endangered species. Any protected
species surveys should be conducted by biologists with both state and federal endangered species permits.
We recommend contacting the USFWS at [phone] to ensure that any issues related to federally -
protected species are addressed, and contacting Brena Jones, a nongame aquatic diversity coordinator for
NCWRC, at [phone] regarding aquatic species and surveys.
Solar facilities can mimic impervious surface with the largest impacts likely to be the hydrograph through
increased runoff and reduced infiltration. Infiltration reduction impacts are magnified in the Slate Belt
where there is already low natural groundwater recharge/levels. As a result, aquatic species would be
impacted through increased erosion and sedimentation, as well as possible increase in the frequency in
drying events.
We the following general recommendations to minimize impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife
resources:
The project footprint should be surveyed for wetlands and streams to ensure there are no impacts
to surface waters. In addition to providing wildlife habitat, wetland areas and streams aid in flood
control and water quality protection. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Section 404 Permits and
NCDWR Section 401 Certifications are required for any impacts to jurisdictional streams or
wetlands.
2. Maintain a minimum 100 -foot undisturbed, native, forested buffer along perennial streams, and a
minimum 50 -foot buffer along intermittent streams and wetlands. Maintaining undisturbed,
forested buffers along these areas will minimize impacts to aquatic and terrestrial wildlife
resources, water quality, and aquatic habitat both within and downstream of the project area.
Also, wide riparian buffers are helpful in maintaining stability of stream banks and for treatment
of pollutants associated with stormwater.
3. Reduce soil compaction under panel arrays and ensure adequate spacing between panels to allow
water to filter into the soils. Rain garden and other bioretention structures would reduce water
runoff.
4. Re -seed disturbed areas with seed mixtures that are beneficial to wildlife. Avoid fescue -based
mixtures because fescue is invasive and provides little benefit to wildlife. Consider planting
native, wildflower seed mixes that will create pollinator habitat within the project boundary.
Shade -tolerant plants that are within 12 to 18 inches can be selected for plantings both underneath
and around the solar panels. Pollinator habitat can also be created in buffer areas outside of the
panel region. Planting native vegetation can reduce costs of maintenance. Further
information and free technical guidance from the NCWRC is available upon request.
5. Fencing around large solar facilities can impact wildlife movements. We recommend using
wildlife -friendly fencing, such as leaving gaps at the bottom of the fence and avoid using barbed
wire.
6. Due to the decline in bat populations, we recommend avoiding tree clearing activities during the
maternity roosting season for bats (May 15 — August 15).
7. If overhead transmission lines will be installed, measures should be implemented to minimize
impacts to birds. These can include increasing line visibility, insulating wires to cover exposed
connections and increasing the distance between wires so no contact with ground or other
energized wire can be made. For more information, see
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8. Sediment and erosion control measures should be installed prior to any land clearing or
construction. The use of biodegradable and wildlife -friendly sediment and erosion control
devices is strongly recommended. Silt fencing, fiber rolls and/or other products should have
loose -weave netting that is made of natural fiber materials with movable joints between the
vertical and horizontal twines. Silt fencing or similar materials that have been reinforced with
plastic or metal mesh should be avoided as they impede the movement of terrestrial wildlife
species. Excessive silt and sediment loads can have detrimental effects on aquatic resources
including destruction of spawning habitat, suffocation of eggs and clogging of gills.
9. Develop a plan that identifies the parry responsible for decommissioning the facility as well as the
conditions under which decommissioning will occur. In addition, the plan should emphasize that
all equipment must be removed from the site, and the land should be restored to pre -construction
conditions.
At this time, the information provided is not sufficient for our staff to make definitive recommendations
or conclusions concerning this project. Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments during the
early stages of this project. If I can be of additional assistance, please call [phone] or email
olivia.munzer&ncwildlife.oM.
Sincerely,
OG
Olivia Munzer
Western Piedmont Habitat Conservation Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
cc: Brena Jones, NCWRC
Bryan Tompkins, USFWS