WQ0039637_Permit (Issuance)_20200305

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Secretory
S.DANIEL SMITH NORTH CAROLINA
Director Environmental Quality
March 05, 2020
William Ratchford,Vice President
Southwood Realty Company
P.O. Box 280
Gastonia, NC 28053
Subject: Change of Ownership Approval
Permit No.WQ0039637
Southwood Realty
Alamance County
Dear Mr. Ratchford:
• Division personnel have reviewed and approved your permit modification request for Permit No.
WQ0039637. This modification is to change ownership from the Eco Waterside, LLC to Southwood
Realty Company,and Southwood Realty is now responsible for the continued operation and
maintenance of the subject wastewater collection extension. Our database has been revised to reflect
the ownership change.This cover letter shall be considered a part of this permit and is therefore
incorporated therein by reference.
The Permittee shall maintain compliance with its individual system-wide collection system permit for
the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T.0400 and G.S 143-215.9B.
If you have any other questions regarding this matter, please contact Celeste Sugg at(919)707-3628 or
via [email: [e-mail]].
Sincerely,
for S. Daniel Smith, Director
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ
enclosures: Permit No.WQ0039637
.0403 Supplement
cc: Kirk K Bradley, Eco Waterside, LLC, [e-mail]
Amy Pasour,Southwood Realty,[e-mail]
Winston Salem Regional Office,Water Quality Regional Operations Section
PERCS Files(electronic copy)
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15A NCAC 02T .0403 PERMITTING BY REGULATION
(a) Collection systems having an actual, permitted or Division approved average daily flow less than
200,000 gallons per day are deemed permitted pursuant to Rule .0113 of this Subchapter provided
the system meets the criteria in Rule .0113 of this Subchapter and all specific criteria required in this
Rule:
(1) The sewer system is effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent discharge to
land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater standards or
surface water standards.
(2) A map of the sewer system has been developed and is actively maintained.
(3) An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency,
preventative maintenance schedule,spare parts inventory and overflow response has been
developed and implemented.
(4) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system)are
inspected by the permittee or its representative every day(i.e.,365 days per year). Pump
stations that are connected to a telemetry system are inspected at least once per week.
(5) High-priority sewers are inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every
six-months and inspections are documented.
(6) A general observation by the permittee or its representative of the entire sewer system is
conducted at least once per year.
(7) Overflows and bypasses are reported to the appropriate Division regional office in
accordance with 15A NCAC 02B .0506(a),and public notice is provided as required by G.S.
143-215.1C.
(8) A Grease Control Program is in place as follows:
(A) For publicly owned collection systems,the Grease Control Program shall include at
least biannual distribution of educational materials for both commercial and
residential users and the legal means to require grease interceptors for new
construction and retrofit, if necessary,of grease interceptors at existing
establishments.The plan shall also include legal means for inspections of the grease
interceptors,enforcement for violators and the legal means to control grease
entering the system from other public and private satellite sewer systems.
(B) For privately owned collection systems,the Grease Control Program shall include at
least biannual distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection
system by the permittee or its representative.
(C) Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts
(A)and (B)of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease-related sanitary
sewer overflows.
(9) Right-of-ways and easements are maintained in the full easement width for personnel and
equipment accessibility.
(10)Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs(a)(1)through (a)(9) of this Rule for a
minimum of three years with exception of the map,which shall be maintained for the life of
the system.
(b) Private collection systems on a single property serving an industrial facility where the domestic
wastewater contribution is less than 200,000 gallons per day shall be deemed permitted.
(c) The Director may determine that a collection system should not be deemed to be permitted in
accordance with this Rule and Rule .0113 of this Subchapter.This determination shall be made in
accordance with Rule .0113(e)of this Subchapter.
History Note:Authority G.S. 143-215.1(a); 143-215.3(a); 143-215.9B;
Eff.September 1,2006.

`''- ROY COOPER
Governor
MICHAEL S.REGAN
4•03 • Secretary
LINDA CULPEPPER
Water Resources Interim Director
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
November 21,2017
RECEIVED
Kirk J.Bradley,Manager
Eco Watercourse II,LLC
PO Drawer 9 MAR 0 3 2420
Sanford,NC 27331 AI
Subject: Permit No.WQ0039637 CDE�/D14/
Eco Watercourse II,LLC /�����'
Waterside Apartments_
Wastewater Collection System Extension Permit
Alamance County
Dear Mr.Bradley:
In accordance with your application received November 16, 2017, we are forwarding herewith
Permit No. WQ0039637 dated November 21, 2017,to the Eco Watercourse II, LLC (Permittee) for
the construction and operation upon certification of the subject wastewater collection system
extension. This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be
subject to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.This cover letter shall be considered a
part of this permit and is therefore incorporated therein by reference.
Please pay particular attention to the following conditions contained within this permit:
Condition II.1: This permit shall not be automatically transferable; a request must be made and
approved.
Condition II.4: Requires that the wastewater collection facilities be properly operated and
maintained in accordance with 15A NCAC 2T.0403 or any individual system-wide
collection system permit issued to the Permittee.
It shall be responsibility of the Permittee to ensure that the as-constructed project meets the
appropriate design criteria and rules. Failure to comply may result in penalties in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute §143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or
replacement wastewater collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed
Professional Engineer to the licensing board.
If any parts, requirements, or limitations contained in this permit are unacceptable, you have the
right to request an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within 30 days following receipt of
this permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of
North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail
Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-6714. Unless such demands are made, this permit shall be final
and binding.
450 West Hanes Mill Road,Suite 300,Winston-Salem,NC 27105
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Eco Watercourse II,LLC
Permit No.WQ0039637
If you need additional information concerning this matter,please contact Jenny Graznak at(336)
776-9695 or via e-mail at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Sj A.L.(L 1' 4 .
for Linda Culpepper
Interim Director,Division of Water Resources
by Sherri V.Knight,PE,Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Division of Water Resources,NCDEQ
enclosure: Operational Agreement
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cc: Mark P.Ashness,P.E.—CE Group,Inc.(marks Dcegroupinc.com)
Frankie Maness, City Manager—City of Graham(fmaness(c)'citvofi raham.com).
Winston-Salem Regional Office Files
Water Resources Central Files
PERCS
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WASTEWATER COLLECTION SYSTEM EXTENSION PERMIT
In accordance with the provisions of Article 21 of Chapter 143, General Statutes of North Carolina
as amended,and other applicable Laws,Rules,and Regulations,permission is hereby granted to the
Eco Watercourse II,LLC
Alamance County
for the construction and operation of approximately 1,983 linear feet of 8-inch gravity sewer to
serve an apartment complex with 110 one-bedroom units, 82 two-bedroom units, 48 three-
bedroom units, pool, and leasing center as part of the Waterside Apartments project, and the
discharge of 64,460 gallons per day of collected domestic wastewater into the City of Graham's
existing sewerage system, pursuant to the application received November 16, 2017, and in
conformity with 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria adopted
February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track
Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other
supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environmental Quality and
considered a part of this permit.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the
specified conditions and limitations contained therein.
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for Linda Culpepper
Interim Director,Division of Water Resources
By Authority of The Environmental Management Commission
Permit Number: WQ0039637
Permit Issued: November 21,2017
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SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
Eco Watercourse II, LLC is hereby authorized to:
Construct, and then operate upon certification the aforementioned wastewater collection extension.
The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the City of Graham
Wastewater Treatment Facility in accordance with Permit Number NC0021211.
Permitting of this project does not constitute an acceptance of any part of the project that does not
meet 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria,adopted February 12,
1996 as applicable; and the Division's Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of
Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable, unless specifically mentioned
herein. Division approval is based on acceptance of the certification provided by a North Carolina-
licensed Professional Engineer in the application. It shall be the Permittee's responsibility to
ensure that the as-constructed project meets the appropriate design criteria and rules.
Construction and operation is contingent upon compliance with the Standard Conditions and any
Special Conditions identified below.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS
1. No flow in excess of the quantity permitted herein, 64,460 GPD,shall be made tributary to the
subject sewer system until an application for permit modification for an increase in flow has
been submitted to and approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02T.0304(b)]
2. The Operational" Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental Management
Commission is incorporated herein by reference and shall be a condition of this permit.
Noncompliance with the terms of the Operational Agreement shall subject the Permittee to all
sanctions provided by North Carolina General Statutes §143-215.6A to §143-215.6C for
violation of or failure to act in accordance with the terms and conditions of this permit. [15A
NCAC 02T.0115]
II. STANDARD CONDITIONS
1. This permit shall not be transferable. In the event, there is a desire for the wastewater
collection facilities to change ownership, or there is a name change of the Permittee, a formal
permit request shall be submitted to the Division accompanied by documentation from the
parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be appropriate. The approval of this
request shall be considered on its merits and may or may not be approved. [15A NCAC
02T.0104;G.S 143-215.1(d3)]
2. This permit shall become voidable unless the wastewater collection facilities are constructed in
accordance with the conditions of this permit; 15A NCAC 2T; the Division's Gravity Sewer
Minimum Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable; the Division's Minimum
Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1,
2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials unless specifically mentioned herein. [15A
NCAC 02T.0110]
3. This permit shall be effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in
the application and other supporting data.[15A NCAC 02T.0110]
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4. The wastewater collection facilities shall be properly maintained and operated at all times. The
Permittee shall maintain compliance with an individual system-wide collection system permit
for the operation and maintenance of these facilities as required by 15A NCAC 2T .0403. If an
individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met: [15A NCAC
02T.0108(b)]:
a. The sewer system shall be effectively maintained and operated at all times to prevent
discharge to land or surface waters, and to prevent any contravention of groundwater
standards or surface water standards.
b. A map of the sewer system shall be developed and shall be actively maintained.
c. An operation and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency,
preventative maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response has been
developed and implemented.
d. Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected every day
(i.e. 365 days per year). Pump stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be
inspected at least once per week.
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e. High-priority sewer lines shall be inspected at least once per every six-months and
inspections are documented.
f. A general observation of the entire sewer system shall be conducted at least once per year.
g. Overflows and bypasses shall be reported to the appropriate Division regional office in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2B.0506(a),and public notice shall be provided as required by
North Carolina General Statute§143-215.1C.
h. A Grease Control Program is in place as follows:
1. For public owned collection systems, the Grease Control program shall include at least
biannual distribution of educational materials for both commercial and residential users
and the legal means to require grease interceptors at existing establishments. The plan
shall also include legal means for inspections of the grease interceptors,enforcement for
violators and the legal means to control grease entering the system from other public
and private satellite sewer systems.
2. For privately owned collection systems, the Grease Control.Program shall include at
least bi-annual distribution of grease education materials to users of the collection
system by the'permittee or its representative.
3. Grease education materials shall be distributed more often than required in Parts (1)
and (2) of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease-related sanitary sewer
overflows. .
I. Right-of-ways and easements shall be maintained in the full easement width for personnel
add equipment accessibility.
j. Documentation shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a) through (i) of this Rule for a minimum
of three years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the
system.
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5. The Permittee shall report by telephone to a water resources staff member at the Winston-
Salem Regional Office, telephone number [phone], as soon as possible, but in no case
more than 24 hours, following the occurrence or first knowledge of the occurrence of either of
the following: -
a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that renders the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater transport,such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps,line blockage or breakage,etc.;or
b. Any SSO and/or spill over 1,000 gallons;or
c. Any SSO and/or spill,regardless of volume,that reaches surface water
Voice mail messages or faxed information is permissible,but this shall not be considered as the
initial verbal report. Overflows and spills occurring outside normal business hours may also be
reported to the Division of Emergency Management at telephone number [phone] or
[phone]. Persons reporting any of the above occurrences shall file a spill report by
completing and submitting Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form)
within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This report must outline the
actions taken or proposed to be taken to ensure that the problem does not recur. Part II of
Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division approved form) can also be completed to show that
the SSO was beyond control. [G.S.143-215.1C(a1)]
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6. Construction of the gravity sewers,pump stations,and force mains shall be scheduled so as not
to interrupt service by the existing utilities nor result in an overflow or bypass discharge of
wastewater to the surface waters of the State.[1SA NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
7, Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of these permitted facilities, the
completed Engineering Certification form attached to this permit shall be submitted with the
required supporting documents to the address provided on the form. A complete certification
is one where the form is fully executed and the supporting documents are provided as
applicable. Any wastewater flow made tributary to the wastewater collection system extension
prior to completion of this Engineer's Certification shall be considered a violation of the permit
and shall subject the Permittee to appropriate enforcement actions.
If the permit is issued to a private entity with an Operational Agreement,then a copy/of
the Articles of Incorporation, Declarations/Covenants/Restrictions, and Bylaws that
have been appropriately filed with the applicable County's Register of Deeds office shall
be submitted with the certification.
A complete certification is one where the form is fully executed and the supporting documents
are provided as applicable. Supporting documentation shall include the following:
a. One copy of the project construction record drawings (plan&profile views of sewer lines&
force mains) of the wastewater collection system extension. Final record drawings should
be clear on the plans or on digital media (CD or DVD disk) and are defined as the design
drawings that are marked up or annotated with after construction information and show
required buffers,separation distances,material changes,etc.
b. One copy of the supporting applicable design calculations including pipe and pump sizing,
velocity, pump cycle times, and level control settings, pump station buoyancy, wet well
storage,surge protection,detention time in the wet well,and force main,ability to flush low
points in force mains with a pump cycle, and downstream sewer capacity analysis. If a
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portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple stations, an evaluation of all the
pump stations'storage capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or
pump,include travel timeframes,shall be provided.
c. Changes to the project that do not result in non-compliance with this permit,regulations,or
the Minimum Design Criteria should be clearly identified on the record drawings, on the
certification in the space provided,or in written summary form.
Prior to Certification (Final or Partial): Permit modifications are required for any changes
resulting in non-compliance with this permit(including pipe length increases of 10%or greater,
increased flow, pump station design capacity design increases of 5% or greater, and increases
in the number/type of connections), regulations, or the Minimum Design Criteria. Requested
modifications or variances to the Minimum Design Criteria will be reviewed on a case-by-case
basis and each on its own merit. Please note that variances to the Minimum Design Criteria
should be requested and approved during the permitting process prior to construction. After-
construction requests are discouraged by the Division and may not be approved,thus requiring
replacement or repair prior to certification&activation.[15A NCAC 02T.0116]
8. Gravity sewers installed greater than ten percent below the minimum required slope per the
Division's Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria shall not be acceptable and shall not be
certified until corrected.'If there is an unforeseen obstacle in the field where all viable solutions
have been examined, a slope variance can be requested from the Division with firm supporting
documentation. This shall be done through a permit modification with fee. Such variance
requests will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Resolution of such request shall be evident
prior to completing and submitting the construction certification.[15A NCAC 02T.0105(n)]
9. A copy of the construction record drawings shall be maintained on file by the Permittee for the
life of the wastewater collection facilities.[15A NCAC 02T.0116]
10. Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit; 1SA NCAC 2T; the
Division's Gravity Sewer Design Criteria adopted February 12, 1996 as applicable;the Division's
Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast-Track Permitting of Pump Station and Force Mains
adopted June 1, 2000 as applicable; and other supporting materials may subject the Permittee
to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes
§143-215.6A through §143-215.6C, construction of additional or replacement wastewater
collection facilities, and/or referral of the North Carolina-licensed Professional Engineer to the
licensing board. [15A NCAC 02T.0104;15A NCAC 02T.0108(b-c)]
11. In the event that the wastewater collection facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the
creation of nuisance conditions,the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action,including
those as may be required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement
facilities. [15A NCAC 02T.0110; 15A NCAC 02T.0108(b)]
12. The issuance of this permit shall not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by the Division any other
Federal,State,or Local government agencies which have jurisdiction or obtaining other permits
which maybe required by the Division or any other Federal, State, of Local government
agencies. [G.S. 143-215.1(b)]
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