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Charles R. Fullwood, Executive Director
TO: John Dorney, DWQ
401 Certification Program
FROM: Joey for Ron Linville, Regional Coordinator
Habitat Conservation Program
DATE: June 15, 2000
SUBJECT: DWQ ID No. 000703: Review of 404/401 Application by Mr. Tom Scott for the
Nantz Property Development, Iredell County.
The applicant is requesting a letter of concurrence from the North Carolina Wildlife
Resources Commission (NCWRC) to obtain a 404 Permit and 401 Certification. These
comments are provided in accordance with provisions of the Clean Water Act of 1977 (33 U.S.C.
466 et. seq.) and the Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act (48 Stat. 401, as amended, 16 U.S.C.
661-667d
The applicant proposes to fill 0.24 acres of jurisdictional waters (0.20 a of wetlands and
150 if [0.02 a] of important stream) utilizing Nationwide Permit (NWT) # 26 and 150 if (0.02 a)
utilizing NWP # 14 for a bank to bank road crossing. Preserved wetlands and streams will be
protected from future impacts through deep restrictive convenants or similar mechansims for
approval by USACOE or NCDWQ.
The North Carolina Wildlife Resources Commission (NCWRC) continues to be
concerned about the fragmentation and loss of forested areas, wetlands, and woodlands as
development occurs in this fast growing urban area (City of Charlotte, Mecklenburg County,
Iredell County, Cabarrus County, Rowan County and Union County). Rapidly developing rural
to urban areas produce large quantities of pollutants, sediment, and nutrients associated with
construction and stormwater. Many of these pollutants are likely to have greater and longer
lasting impacts to downstream habitats than the actual construction of the site, since they will
enter through stormwater from the site. We are especially concerned with protecting aquatic
habitat, wetlands and buffer zones along area streams from stormwater run-off during
construction and after build-out. A minimum 100 undisturbed buffer zone should be maintained
between the development and all streams to provide stormwater filtration and habitat functions.
Mailing Address: Division of Inland Fisheries • 1721 Mail Service Center • Raleigh, NC 27699-1721
Telephone: [phone] ext. 281 • Fax: [phone]
DWQ ID # 000703, Nantz Property 2 06/15/00
Encouraging it to remain in a natural state and through a conservation easement program could
protect these areas.
In an effort to restore avian and terrestrial, we recommend that the applicant provide for
the restoration of tree and shrub species similar to those currently found at site. If stormwater
ponds are required, trees and shrubs should be planted around and on the upper third of the
detention structure, excluding the dam. They should provide habitat benefits that could offset
those functions lost by development, partially restore aquatic habitats, reduce exposure of the
water surface to sunlight thereby minimizing thermal pollution, provide essential summer and
winter habitats as well as provide an aesthetically pleasing green space which should actually
enhance property values. Essentially, these plantings could provide water quality and habitat
benefits as well as provide a park area for residents.
To improve the quality of stormwater at its source, the applicant should do the following:
1) set clearing limits during construction; 2) perform construction in phases to reduce the amount
of exposed earth; 3) design the development so that the natural hydrology of the site is retained;
4) educate future landowners on home and yard care for environmental benefits; and 5) use
native plants in landscaped and reforested areas.
Additionally, instead of using the typical fescue or grasses, road ways and distrubed areas
should be planted to enhance wildlife food and cover with the following mix:
Spring/Summer Mixture, May 1- Sept. 15
Browntop millet 20 lbs/a
Korean lespedeza* 20 lbs/a
Shrub lespedeza 1 lb/a
Switchgrass 10lb/a
* On slopes less than 3:1 use Korean lespedeza
On slopes greater than 3:1 use Crown Vetch
Fall/Winter Mixture, Sept. 15 - April 30
Rye grain 120 lbs/a
Korean lespedeza* 20 lbs/a
Shrub lespedeza l lb/a
Partridge pea 10 lb/a
Add one of the following to the above mixture
Crown Vetch 5 lbs/acre
Ladino Clover 5 lbs/acre Lime & fertilize disturbed areas according
Alfalfa 5 lbs/acre to NCRS soil test and recommendations.
(Note: Mowing should be limited to early spring and should only occur as needed to prevent tree growth
on the dam or other areas. Mowing on a 2-3 year schedule should suffice.)
Trees and shrubs (1 year bare root seedlings) should be planted randomly at a minimal
rate of 100 trees per acre on the top and upper portions of the structure and at a minimal rate of
150 per acre around the normal water elevation and littoral shelf area. The following list of tree
species may assist in providing habitat benefits:
Loblolly Pine* Red Cedar Black Gum American Holly Dogwood
Hickory Sumac White Oak Willow Oak Red Maple**
Swamp Chestnut Oak Viburnum Green Ash Ironwood Black Cherry
Persimmon Water Oak Spice Bush Silky Dogwood Willow (sp)
DWQ ID # 000703, Nantz Property 3
06/15/00
Other species may be utilized depending on site requirements and availability. Pines* should not exceed
15% of the reforestation. No more than 20% of the tree species will be of a single species. An 80%
success rate is acceptable over five years. Large or fast growing trees like Sycamore and Maple** may not
be appropriate around detention facilities.
The above recommendations should be considered for the multiple benefits that they can
provide to the community and to the environment. Initial costs should not be prohibitive and the
long-term costs should be reduced, as constant mowing would not be necessary in the naturalized
areas. Thank you for the opportunity to review and comment on this project. If you have any
questions regarding these comments, please contact me at 336/769-9453.
Cc: Steve Chapin, USACOE
Mike Parker, DWQ-MRO
State of North Carolina
Department of Environment
and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
James B. Hunt, Jr., Governor
Bill Holman, Secretary
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Kerr T. Stevens, Director
Mr. Tom Scott
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NC ENR
NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
June 23, 2000
Iredell County
DWQ Project # 000703
APPROVAL of 401 Water Quality Certification and ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS
Avida-Mid-Atlantic
13777 Ballantyne Corp Place, Ste 320
Charlotte, NC 28277
Dear Mr. Scott:
You have our approval, in accordance with the attached conditions and those listed below, to place fill material in 0.22 acres of wetlands
and 300 linear feet of streams for the purpose of developing the Nantz Property at NC150 near Williamson Road as described in your
application dated May 26, 2000. After reviewing your application, we have decided that this fill is covered by General Water Quality
Certification Numbers 3108 and 3288. These certifications allow you to use Nationwide Permit Numbers 14 and 26 when the Corps of
Engineers issues it. In addition, you should get any other federal, state or local permits before you go ahead with your project including (but
not limited to) Sediment and Erosion Control, Coastal Stormwater, Non-Discharge and Water Supply Water shed regulations. This approval
will expire when the accompanying 404 or CAMA permit expires unless otherwise specified in the General Certification.
This approval is only valid for the purpose and design that you described in your application except as modified below. If you change
your project, you must notify us and you may be required to send us a new application. If the property is sold, the new owner must be given a
copy of this Certification and approval letter and is thereby responsible for complying with all conditions. If total wetland fills for this project
(now or in the future) exceed one acre, compensatory mitigation may be required as described in 15A NCAC 2H .0506 (h) (6) and (7). For this
approval to be valid, you must follow the conditions listed in the attached certification and any additional conditions listed below.
1. Deed notifications or similar mechanists shall be placed on all remaining jurisdictional wetlands and streams to notify the state in order
to assure compliance for future wetland and/or water impact. These mechanisms shall be put in place within 30 days of the date of this
letter or the issuance of the 404 Permit (whichever is later).
If you do not accept any of the conditions of this certification, you may ask for an adjudicatory hearing. You must act within 60 days of
the date that you receive this letter. To ask for a hearing, send a written petition, which conforms to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina
General Statutes to the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Box 27447, Raleigh, N.C. 276 1 1-7447. This certification and its conditions are
final and binding unless you ask for a hearing.
This letter completes the review of the Division of Water Quality under Section 401 of the Clean Water Act. If you have any questions,
please telephone John Domey at 919-733-9646.
Attachment
cc: Cotes of Engineers Asheville Field Office
Moorseville DWQ Regional Office
File copy
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Todd St. John
Len Rindner
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Division of Water Quality • Non-Discharge Branch
1621 Mail Service Center Raleigh NC 27669-1621 Telephone [phone] FAX # [phone]
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MEMORANDUM
TO: John Dorney
Non-Discharge Branch
SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
Facility Name Nantz Property c/o ARVIDA County Iredell
Project Number 00 0703 County2
Recvd From APP Region Mooresville
Received Date 5/26/00 Recvd By Region 6/1/2000
Project Type commercial
Certificates Stream
Permit Wetland Wetland Wetland Stream Class Acres Feet
Type Type Impact Score Index Prim. Supp. Basin Req. Req.
14 BLH O Y O N F__ 11-(74) ws1v CA 30,832. 0.22 150.00
F 26 Stream O Y OO N F_ F_ F-F_ F_ F- 150.00
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Mitigation Wetland
MitigationType Type Acres Feet
Is Wetland Rating Sheet Attached? Q Y (0 N Did you request more info? Q Y QQ N
Have Project Changes/Conditions Been Discussed With Applicant? Q Y 0 N
Is Mitigation required? Q Y OO N
Recommendation: pQ Issue Q Issue/COnd O Deny
Provided by Region: Latitude (ddmmss) 353609 Longitude (ddmmss) 805314
Regional Contact: Pete Colwell
WO Supervisor: Rex Gleason
Date: - --6J16.1201g
cc: Regional Office
Central Office Page Number 1
Nan.tz Property
Mixed Use Development
Iredell County
North Carolina
000703
Joint Application Form and Supporting Documentation for
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE NOTIFICATION
TO CORPS OF ENGINEERS
NATIONWIDE PERMITS THAT REQUIRE
SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION CONCURRENCE
Prepared For:
Mr. Tom Scott
ARVIDA - Mid-Atlantic
13777 Ballantyne Corporate Place, Suite 320
Charlotte, NC 28277
1-704-540-2785
Leonard S. Rindner, PWS
Environmental Planning Consultant
3714 Spokeshave Lane
Matthews, NC 28105
1-[phone]
PAYMENT
RECEIVED
*Subject to verification by the USACE & NCDWQ
Date : 5100
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000703
DEM ID: CORPS-ACTION ID:'
NATIONWIDE PERMIT-REQUESTED (PROVIDE NATIONWIDE PERMIT.#):
P -CO STRU0TION NOTIFICATION APPLICATION
FOR NATIONR'IDE. PERbdZTS THAT REQUIRE:
7.) NOTIFICATION TO TIM CORPS OF ENGINEERS
2) APPLICATION FOR SECTION 401 CERTIFICATION
3) COORD=ULTION WITH THE NC DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGMdEM
SEND TEE ORIGINAL AND (1) COPY OF THIS COLLETED FORM TO THE APPROPRMATE
FIELD OFFICE OF THE CORPS OF ENGINEERS (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). SEVEN
(7) COPIES SHOULD BE SENT TO THE N.C. DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET). PLEASE PRINT.
1. OWNERS NAME :
2. MAILING ADDRESS: 1,:5-7 -7 -7 y
CITY: STATE :
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ZIP CODE: Z -7 7
PROJECT LOCATION ADDRESS, INCLUDING SUBDIVISION NAME (IF DIFFERENT FROM
MAILING ADDRESS ABOVE) :
3.* TELEPHONE NUMBER (HOME) :
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SUBDIVISION NAME:
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(WORK) 70 `f" ?-7 0-
4. IF APPLICABLE: AGENT'S NAME OR RESPONSIBLE CORPORATE OFFICIAL, ADDRESS,
PHONE NUMBER:
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5. LOCATION OF WORK (PROVIDE A MAP, PREFERABLY A, COPY OF USGS TOPOGRAPHIC
MAP OR AERTAL H T?GRAPHY WITH SCALE) : 1) A
COUNTY: NEAREST TOWN OR CITY:
1
SPECIFIC LOCATION (INCLUDE ROAD
NUMBERS, LANDMARKS, ETC.):
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6. IMPACTED OR NEAREST STREAM/RIVER:
RIVER BASIN: Ca.+62w°?.

7a. IS PROJECT LOCATED NEAR WATER CLASSIFIED AS TROUT, TIDAL SALTWATER
(SA), HIGH QUALITY WATERS (HQW), OUTSTANDING RESOURCE WATERS (OR.W), WATER
SUPPLY (WS-I OR WS-II)? YES j ]. NO j ] IF YES, EXPLAIN:
7b. IS THE PROJECT LOCATED WITHIN A NORTH CAROLINA. DIVISION OF COAST-Al
M-ANAGEMENT AREA OF ENVIRONMENTAL. CONCERN (AEC)? YES [ ] NO [ ]
7c. IF THE PROJECT IS. LOCATED WITHIN A COASTAL COUNTY (SEE PAGE 7 FOR
LIST OF COASTAL COUNTIES), WHAT IS THE LAND USE PLAN (LUP) DESIGNATION?
3a. HAVE ANY SECTION 404 PERMITS B EN PREVIOUSLY REQUESTED FOR USE ON
THIS PROPERTY? YES [-] NO [IF YES, PROVIDE ACTION I.D. NUMBER OF
PREVIOUS PERMIT AND ANY ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (INCLUDE PHOTOCOPY OF 401
CERTIFICATION):
Sb. ARE ADDITIONAL PERMIT REQUESTS EXPECTED FOR THIS PROPERTY IN THE
FUTURE? YES NO [ ] IF YES, DESCRIBE ANTICIPATED WORK:

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9a. ESTIMATED TOTAL NUMBER OF ACRES IN TRACT OF LAND: A
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FILLING: Wt far&i CAVATION:
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FLOODING OTHER:
DRAINAGE: TOTAL ACRES TO BE IMPACTED: + ZoZ i
10b. (1) STREAM CHANNEL TO BE IMPACTED BY THE PROPOSED-PROJECT (IF
RELOCATED, PROVIDE DIS ANCE BOTH EFORE ARD AFTER RELOCATION) :
4.4 t4W P IT. L.P.
LENGTH BE QRE : t4 WP 2&v I50 L FT AFTER : 0 FT
WIDTH BEFORE (based on normal high water contours) 52 FT
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WIDTH AFTER: C? FT
AVERAGE DEPTH BEFORE: b, /n??'Ir FT AFTER: ® FT
(2) STREAM CHANNEL IMPACTS WILL RESULT FROM: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)
OPEN 'CHANNEL RELOCATION: PLACEMENT OF PIPE IN CHANNEL:
CHANNEL EXCAVATION: CONSTRUCTION OF A DAM/FLOODING:
OTHER:
11. IF CONSTRUCTION OF A POND IS PROPOSED WHAT IS THE SIZE OF THE
WATERSHED DRAINING TO THE POND?.
WHAT IS THE EXPECTED PONDSURFACE AREA? ?&.,A w, If Ix, &ci(,jr
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12. DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED RK INCLUDING DISCUSSION OF TYPE OF
MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT TO BE USED (ATTACH PLANS: 8 1/2" X 11". DRAWINGS
ONLY):
13. PURPOSE OF PROPOSED WORK:
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14. STATE REASONS WHY IT IS BELIEVED THAT THIS ACTIVITY MUST BE CARRIED
OUT IN WETLANDS. (INCLUDE ANY MEASURES TAKEN'TO MINIMIZE WETLAND
IMPACTS):
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15 YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERY?CvE=v..
(USFWS) AND/OR NATIONAL MARINE FISHERIES SERVICE (NMFS) (SEE AGENCY y
ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF ANY FEDERALLY LISTED OR
PROPOSED FOR LISTING ENDANGERED OR THREATENED SPECIES OR CRITICAL HABITAT
IN THE PERMIT AREA THAT MAY BE AFFECTED-BY THE PROPOSED PROJECT. DATE
CONTACTED: (ATTACH RESPONSES
FROM THESE AGENCIES.)
16. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CONTACT THE STATE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OFFICER
(SHPO) (SEE AGENCY ADDRESSES SHEET) REGARDING THE PRESENCE OF HISTORIC
'PROPERTIES IN THE PERMIT AREA WHICH MAY BE AFFECTED BY THE PROPOSED
PROJECT. DATE CONTACTED:
'17. DOES THE PROJECT INVOLVE AN EXPENDITURE OF PUBLIC FUNDS USE" OF
PUBLIC (STATE) RAND>
YES (] NO [vK(IF NO, GO TO 1'8)
a.' IF YES, DOES THE PROJECT REQUIRE PREPARATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL
DOCUMENT PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL
POLICY ACT?
YES [ ] NO j ] - .._ ..
b. IF YES, HAS THE DOCUMENT BEEN REVIEWED THROUGH THE NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION STATE CLEARINGHOUSE?
YES [] NO [I
IF ANSWER TO 17b IS YES, THEN SUBMIT APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTATION FROM THE
STATE CLEARINGHOUSE TO DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT REGARDING
COMPLIANCE WITH THE NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT.
QUESTIONS REGARDING THE STATE CLEARINGHOUSE REVIEW PROCESS SHOULD BE
DIRECTED TO MS. CHRYS BAGGETT, DIRECTOR STATE CLEARINGHOUSE, NORTH
CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF ADMINISTRATION, 116 WEST JONES STREET, RALEIGH,
NORTH CAROLINA 27603-8003, TELEPHONE [phone].
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LEONARD S RMNER PWS
Environmental Planning Consultant 3714 Spokeshave Lane
Professional Wetland Scientist Matthews, NC 28105
Land Planning [phone]
May 24, 2000
Mr. Steve Chapin
US Army Corps of Engineers - Reg. Field Office
151 Patton Avenue - Room 143
Asheville, NC 28801 - 5006
Mr. John R. Dorney
Division of Water Quality - NCDENR
1621 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1621
Mr. Mike Parker
NCDENR - Division of Water Quality
919 North Main Street
Mooresville, NC 28115
Re: Arvida Nantz PropeM - + 56 Acre, Iredell County North Carolina - NWP #26,14
Dear Sirs:
On behalf of my client, Mr. Tom Scott, I am requesting confirmation of eligibility to fill ±0.24 acres
of Jurisdictional Waters of the U.S. (±0.20 acres of wetlands and 150 if of important stream (± 0.02
acres) utilizing Nationwide Permit #26, and 150 If (.02 acres) utilizing NWP 14 for a bank to bank
road crossing. Based on my site visit, Waters of the U.S. on the above described property which are
subject to the permit requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 USC 1344), consist of
headwater wetlands and intermittent to perennial tributaries of Lake Norman, in the Catawba Basin. The
project is planned to avoid and minimize impacts to the important intermittent and perennial streams and
wetlands. The remaining streams and wetlands will be protected by forested buffers. All fill material will
be unpolluted- Project construction will strictly adhere to an approved Sedimentation and Erosion Control
Plan.
General Wetland Classification and Description
The wetlands on this site can be describe as Palustrine Forested Broad Leaved and Scrub-Shrub
Temporarily Flooded. The majority of the site is a moderately to steeply sloping former agricultural land
and woodland.
Vegetation. Hvdric Soil. Hydro
The forested headwater wetland areas are dominated by Facultative Wet and Facultative species. Trees
include sweetgum, tulip-poplar, red maple, willow oak, black willow, and American elm. Understory and
herbaceous strata includes smilax, sedges, soft rush, poison ivy, etc. Where the soils are more saturated
Obligate and Facultative Wet species such as black willow, tag alder, and silky dogwood are dominant.
The site includes mixed alluvial soils. These soils are map units which may have inclusions of hydric soils
according to the Natural Resource Conservation Service, Technical Guide-Section H-A-2, June 1991.
Nantz Property, Page 2
May 24, 2000.
SUMMARY OF WATERS OF THE .,S.
Methodoloav
Preliminary identification of the Jurisdictional Waters on the site were determined according to the Corps
of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual, Technical Report Y-87-1, 1987, with Appendices. Preliminary
data gathering included review and interpretation of topographic maps; USDA Soil Conservation Survey,
aerial photographs, and preliminary site visits to, selected areas. Then the Routine On-Site Determination
Method was utilized to determine the upper boundary of the wetlands. In order to make a positive wetland
determination indicators of hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soil, and wetland hydrology were be
identified as described in the manual.
Waters Intermittent to Perennial ( ± 2,200 11)
Total - Waters of the U.S.
± 0.30 ac.
± 0.60 ac.
± 0.90 ac.
Waters Intermittent to Perennial (± 150 if - NWP 26) ± 0.02 ac.
Intermittent to Perennial (± 150 If - NWP 14) ± 0.02 ac.
Impacts - Waters of the U.S.
± 0.20 ac.
± 0.24 ac.
WETLANDS PERMITTING AND MITIGATION
The subdivision layout minimizes impacts to the. important and wetlands.
Avoidance, Minimization, and Mitigation
The following avoidance and minimization efforts and measures will also be taken:
Best Management Practices will also be employed to minimize impacts to Jurisdictional Waters. These
will include:
a) Siltation Barriers; Sediment Traps and Diversion Ditches
b) Barricades to define construction limits to sensitive sites and to protect trees to be preserved
c) Preconstruction meetings
d) Vehicular access will be restricted to specific areas to avoid disturbance to adjacent wetlands and
natural areas to be preserved.
e) Methods to prevent short term impacts will be inspected regularly and maintained during
construction of the project.
Nantz Property, Page 3
May 24, 2000
f) Wetlands/streams to be preserved will be clearly marked prior to construction to prevent
accidental damage. The contractors will be held responsible for unauthorized wetland and stream damage
not permitted according to plans and specifications.
g) Project construction will strictly adhere to an approved Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan.
Best Management Practices will include utilizing siltation trapping ponds and other erosion control
structures where appropriate. Impacts from hazardous materials and other toxins to fish and aquatic life
such as fuels will be avoided by not permitting staging areas to be located near surface waters.
h) As required by the 401 Water Quality Certification conditions, measures will be taken to prevent
"live" or fresh concrete from coming into contact with waters until the concrete has hardened.
PROTECTION FROM FUTURE DEVELOPMENT
The preserved wetlands and streams will be protected from future impacts by the applicant or by a group
designated by the applicant fore this purpose. As required, development of these areas will be deed
restricted in accordance with restrictive covenants, or similar mechanisms which will be developed for
approval by the USACE and/or NCDWQ.
. AQUATIC HABITAT
The aquatic systems in the project area consist of wetlands and intermittent tributaries. A variety of
wildlife is supported by these systems including mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects,
mollusks, and crustaceans. Therefore strict adherence to an approved erosion and sedimentation control
plan will be maintained during the construction period in order to control degradation of water quality
downstream and protect the areas to be preserved. Short term construction impacts, primarily stream
sedimentation will affect aquatic habitat, however this will be minimized to the extent practicable to
promote rapid recovery. Best Management Practices will include utilizing siltation trapping ponds and
other erosion control structures where appropriate. Impacts from hazardous materials and other toxins to
fish and aquatic life such as fuels will be avoided by not permitting staging areas to be located near
surface waters. Also, as required by the 401 Water Quality Certification conditions, measures will be
taken to prevent "live" or fresh concrete from coming into contact with waters until the concrete has
hardened. Aquatic resources are expected to be enhanced through the development of the stormwater
detention ponds and littoral zones.
State Protected Species
The Carolina Darter (Etheostoma Collis) is a fish that inhabits small streams such as those found in the
project area. This species has a federal status of Proposed Special Concern and a state status of Special
Concern. The species prefers small clear streams of less than 15' width with moderate to swift current and
a sand/gravel benthic composition. It apparently tolerates a wide range of water quality conditions and
vegetation types adjacent to the streams and appears resistant to pollution. (E. Menhinick). Therefore,
strict adherence to an approved erosion and sedimentation control plan will be maintained during the
construction period in order to control degradation of water quality.
CULTURAL RESOURCES
The State Historic Preservation Office may review of the USGS maps at. the Office of State Archaeology
and the Survey and Planning Office of the North Carolina Department of Cultural Resources to determine
if sites are indicated on the National Historic Register within the study area.
Nantz Property, Page 5
May 24, 2000
Based on the value of the jurisdictional waters on this site, the developer through sensitive planning has
chosen to balance the site's economic viability with its environmental value and permitability. The goal of
the Site Plan is to help balance the environmental consequences of this development by minimizing
impacts to the important aquatic resources, and providing best management practices to minimize
degradation of waters of the U.S. downstream of the project.
Please contact me if you have any, questions or require additional explanation. Thank you for your
consideration.
Leonard S. Rindner, PWS
Environmental Planning Consultant
Profession Wetland Scientist
cc: Mr. Tom Scott
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