20200416 Ver 1_More Info Received_20200417

Strickland, Bev
From: Skipping Stones <[e-mail]>
Sent: Friday, April 17, 2020 5:57 AM
To: Perez, Douglas J
Subject: Re: [External] Re: Harbor Lane Lot C
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Thanks Doug.
I have attached the signed form. Let me know if there is anything else you need.
Mike Johnson
On Tue, Apr 14, 2020 at 1:00 PM Perez, Douglas J <doug_perezkncdenr.gov> wrote:
Hi Mike,
Yes, that cutting of the bank back is permitted. The wording was a bit confusing but it should be all good. I have
attached a copy of the Catawba Riparian Buffer Notification form. If you could fill it out, sign it, and return it, I can
continue working on your application.
All the best,
Doug Perez
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Hello Doug,
Thank you for your reply and observations of my application. I do apologize for not including the Catawba
Riparian Buffer Notification form. I have reviewed your website and I am unable to find a copy of that form.
Can you tell me where I may be able to find it? Is it listed by a different name? Also, is it acceptable to fill this
form out and email it back to you?
As far as clarification on the trees and grading:
- All Trees along the bank are small, under 3" in diameter as well as have severely compromised roots systems
as I believe is shown in the pictures I provided. I can email copies as well if needed to have more clarity. The
bank is eroding out underneath them.
- On grading, I understand grading out soil in the buffer zone is not allowed to leave disturbed dirt in that zone,
however I was under the impression from you website that cutting the bank back to a 45 degree angle to allow
for rip rap to be installed ofver it was allowed. Am I incorrect in how I interpreted this?
Thank you for your help!
Mike Johnson
Skipping Stones LLC
On Tue, Apr 7, 2020 at 10:58 AM Perez, Douglas J <doug_perez o,ncdenr.gov> wrote:
Hello,
I am emailing you today because I had a few observations about your shoreline stabilization project
application that I wanted to bring to your attention. I noticed that you didn't include a Catawba Riparian
Buffer Notification form. Given that you plan on working in Lake Norman, this must be included in your
application. Also, I noticed that there are several trees which you propose to remove. Only trees of less than
3" diameter at shoulder height may be removed. Anything larger must remain unless there is shown to be
disease present or severe undermining of roots. Both must be documented by a licensed arborist and provided
to this office. There would also need to be photo documentation provided in your application of any such
trees. Additionally, as per the Catawba Buffer Rules, there is to be no grading within the buffer itself. If you
have any questions, feel free to email me.

Sincerely,
Doug Perez
DWR
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Doug Perez — Environmental Specialist
NC Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources (NCDENR)
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CATAWBA RIPARIAN BUFFER NOTIFICATION FORM
Legal Descriptions" DR PRESTON R TAYLOR EST Lot C"
Project Name/address: End of Harbor Lane, Denver NC 28037 4
Owner: Skipping Stones LLC (Micahel Johnson
Print
Contractor/agent:
ure
Print Signature
Lincoln
The approval is for the purpose and design described in your application. Impacts not indicated in the
application is a violation of the Buffer Rule. Site specific work should be provided in the application. [15A NCAC
02H .0506 and 15A NCAC 02B .0243(8)]
Trees are not allowed to be removed from Zone 1 of the Buffer (within 30 ft of the full pond elevation), unless
approved. Exception, those trees that are severely undermined along the immediate shoreline can be removed.
Minimal shaping and sloping along the immediate shoreline is allowed. [15A NCAC 02B .0243(6)]
Benching and grading in the buffer is not allowed. Excessive disturbance of ground cover. [15A NCAC 02B .0243
(6)]
Beaches, impervious patios, impervious walkways, etc. are not allowed in the buffer unless specifically approved
by the Division. There are limitation on size for decks. [15A NCAC 02B .0243(4) and (6)]
Work to be conducted from land must indicate an access and indicate any trees that are to be removed. The
work corridor should be described. The approved access corridor shall be restored. Staging, spoil, construction
material must be outside the buffer. [15A NCAC 02H .0502 and 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (4), (6), (8)]
Stormwater cannot be piped or channeled for direct discharge to the lake. All constructed stormwater
discharges must be at the natural elevation and discharged prior to entering the buffer directed as diffuse or
sheet flow at non -erosive velocities to the lake. [15A NCAC 02B .0243(5), (6)]
Acknowledgement of Notification
1 Skipping Stones LLC (Michael Johnson) hereby state that I have been informed of the Catawba
Riparian Buffer Rule. Any work conducted in the buffer, not specifically stated in the application and approved
by the Division of Water Resources (DWR), is a violation and subject to enforcement. Due diligence will be
taken such that the construction will be built within substantial compliance and intent of the 401 Water
Quality Certification and Buffer Rules, the approved plan(s) and specification(s), and other supporting
materials. �1
Signature (owner): Date: �� AJ