20200597 Ver 1_401 Application_20200505

DWR
mrlslon of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
April 11, 2020 Ver 3.1
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?*
r Yes
r No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
C Yes r No
Change only if needed.
BIMS # Assigned
20200597
Is a payment required for this project?*
r No payment required
r Fee received
r Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office *
Raleigh Regional Office - [phone]
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Big Branch Sewer
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
David Cooper
1b. Primary Contact Email:*
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
5/5/2020
Nearest Body of Water
Big Branch
Basin
Neuse
Water Classification
QNSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
35.835519
A. Processing Information
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Wake
Is this a NCDMS Project
r Yes r No
Longitude:
-78.626184
Is this project a public transportation project?*
r Yes r No
1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
W Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
r Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Version#*
1
What amout is owed?*
r $240.00
r $570.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Stephanie Goss:eads\szgoss
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?

W Nationwide Permit (NWP)
r Regional General Permit (RGP)
r Standard (IP)
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:
W 401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
r Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
r Individual Permit
12 - Utility Lines
le. 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 - Express
P 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
Buffer SOA- Big Branch Sewer Improvements. pdf
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?
4 Yes r No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
W Owner r Applicant (other than owner)
le. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?*
r Yes r No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
City of Raleigh Public Utilities Dept.
2b. Deed book and page no.:
2c. Responsible party:
Matthew Cotton, P.E. -Construction Projects Administrator
2d.Address
Street Address
1 Exchange Plaza
Address Line 2
#620
City
Raleigh
Fbstal / Zip Code
27601
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
State / Rwince / R9gion
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
118.99KB
r Yes r No
r Yes r No
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4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
David Cooper
4b. Business Name:
VHB
4c.Address
Street Address
Venture 1, 940 Main Campus Drive
Address Line 2
Suite 500
City
Raleigh
Postal / Zip Code
27606
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter*
VHB Agent Authorization Form_Signed.pdf
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
1c. Nearest municipality/ town:
Raleigh
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Address Line 2
city
Postal / Zip Code
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:*
Big Branch
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:*
C; NSW
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?*
Neuse
State / Fovince / Fbgion
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number
2b. Property size:
State / Frwnce / Region
Country
17.12KB
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030202011103
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 area consists of an wasting sewer line along Big Branch through a primarily residential and commercial area in north Raleigh.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?*
F Yes r No r Unknown
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)
USGS_LetterSizePortrait.pdf 7.67MB
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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)

SoilSurvey_LetterSizePortrait. pdf 3.28MB
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
0.716 ac
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
7,257 If
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The project vdll improve sewer infrastructure by replacing old sewer lines, increasing pipe size as necessary, and adding sewer lines.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:*
The project primarily consists of existing sewer easements which will be widened by mechanized clearing. Existing sewer pipes in need of repair and upsiang will be excavated via
trenching and replaced. Stream crossings will be open cut, with typical pump -around operations in place to eliminate sedimentation in streams. Crossings are a angles between 75 and
105 degrees where possible.
4j. Please upload project drawings for the proposed project.
RAL1801-100% Big Branch SS-PERMITTING.pdf 31.6MB
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
r Yes r No O Unknown
Comments:
Submitted PJD request, delineation approved by desktop review (e-mail from J. Lastinger 2019-12-
17), no PJD received to date.
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
r Preliminary r Approved r Not Verified r Unknown r N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2019-01842
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): David Cooper / Heather Smith
Agency/Consultant Company: VHB
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
USACE concurred with the delineation by e-mail on December 17, 2019 (attached). No PJD has been received to date. DWR / Zachary Thomas conducted a site visit and provided a
letter dated October 7, 2019 (attached) concurring with the stream calls made by VHB.
5d1. Jurisdictional determination upload
Big Branch Sewer Interceptor.pdf 7.42MB
Draft—PJD _BigBranchSewer_20190911.pdf 78.89MB
USAGE_Delineation_Concurrence_20191217.pdf 60.27KB
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 project or related activity?
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
W Wetlands W Streams -tributaries W Buffers
W Open Waters F Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
2a1 Reason (?)
Replace sewer (within
existing easement)
2b. Impact type * (?)
T
2c. Type of W.
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
2d. W. name *
�WA
2e. Forested *
2C Type of ��2g.
Jurisdicition*(?)
Both
Impact
area*
0.118
(acres)
5
Replace sewer
(easement expansion)
T
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
t
��A
Both
0.026
(acres)

2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.144
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.000
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.144
2h. Comments:
Wetland impact results from disturbance primarily within and, to a lesser extent, adjacent to existing sewer easement. Area to be returned to pre -
construction contours and seeded with wetland seed mix.
3. Stream Impacts
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type *
3c. Type of impact*
3d. S. name*
3e. Stream Type *
3f. Type of
3g. S. width *
3h. Impact
❑
(?)
Jurisdiction"
length*
S1
Replace existing sewer,
P 9
Permanent
Stabilization
Site 1, Big Branch
9
Perennial
Both
20
33
stream stabilization
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
32
Erosion control
Temporary
Dewatering
Site 1, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
34
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
S3
Erosion control
Tem orar
P Y
Dewatering
g
Site 2, SA
Intermittent
Both
5
21
Average (feet)
(lirK�rfeet)
�
Replace existing sewer
P g
Permanent
Stabilization :T�
i Branch
g
Perennial
Both
20
40
Avenge(feet)
(linearfeet)
S5
Erosion control
Temporary
Dewatering
Site 3, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
30
Average (feet)
(lirK�rfeet)
S6
Sewer abandonment
Temporary
Dewatering
Site 4, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
83
Average (feet)
(liriearfeet)
S7
Replace existing sewer
P 9
Permanent
Stabilization
Site 5, SE
Perennial
Both
5
17
Average (feet)
(lirK�rfeet)
S8
Erosion control
Tem orar
P Y
Dewatering
9
Site 5, SE
Perennial
Both
5
30
Aver�e(feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S9
Replace existing sewer
P 9
Permanent
Stabilization
Site 6, Big Branch
g
Perennial
Both
20
22
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeet)
S90
Erosion control
Temporary
Devmtering
Site 6, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
30
Average (feet)
(lin�rfeet)
S11
Replace existing sewer
Permanent
Stabilization
Site 7, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
42
Average (feet)
(lirearfeet)
�2�Erosion
control
Temporary
Dewatering
Site 7, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
30
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
F3��ManholeP
protection
Permanent
Bank Stabilization
Site 8, Big Branch
g
Perennial
Both
20
45
Average (feet)
(lir�rfeel)
�4�Manhole
protection erosion
Temporary
Dewatering
Site 8, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
0
controlF
Average (feet)
(linearfeet)
5
Replace existing sewer
Permanent
Stabilization
Site 9, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
31
Average (feet)
(lir�zarfeet)
EEr=
Temporary
Dewatering
Site 9, Big Branch
Perennial
Both
20
30
Aver�e(feet)
(linearfeet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
230
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
518
3j. Comments:
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
288
Site 8 bank stabilization has same linear footage of stream impact for permanent riprap bank stabilization and temporary dewatering/erosion control.
The permanent stream impacts primarily result from riprap stream bed stabilization where open cut sewer replacement will take place. Riprap to be
installed per the attached plan set.
4. Open Water Impacts
4a. Site # 4at. Impact Reason 4b. Impact type 4c. Name of waterbody 4d. Activity type 4e. Waterbody type 4f. Impact area
10
Replace foot bridge,
stabilization
P
Pond A
Stabilization
Pond
0.00

4g. Total temporary open water Impacts:
0.00
4g. Total open water impacts:
0.00
4h. Comments:
Pond impact 0.004 acre for riprap stabilization below replacement of epsting foot bridge.
6. Buffer Impacts (for DWR)
6a. Project is in which protect basirl
Check all that apply.
FJ Neuse
r Catawba
❑ Goose Creek
❑ Other
4g. Total permanent open water impacts:
0.00
❑ Tar -Pamlico
❑ Randleman
❑ Jordan Lake
6b. Impact Type
6c. Per or Temp
6d. Stream name
6e. Buffer mitigation required? 6f. Zone 1 impact
6g. Zone 2 impact
Parallel
P
Site 1, Big Branch
Yes
1,406
0
Parallel
P
Site 1, Big Branch
No 0
1,290
Parallel
P
Site 2, Big Branch
Yes 733
0
Parallel
P
Site 2, Big Branch
No
0
712
Parallel
P
Site 3, Big Branch
Yes
667
0
Parallel
P
Site 3, Big Branch
No
0
2,678
Parallel
P
Site 4, Big Branch
Yes
107
0
Parallel
P
Site 4, Big Branch
No
0
190
Parallel
P
Site 5, Big Branch
Yes
330
0
Parallel
P
Site 5, Big Branch
No
0
1,430
Parallel
P
Site 6, Big Branch
Yes
15
0
Parallel
P
Site 6, Big Branch
No
0
294
Parallel
P
Site 7, Big Branch
Yes
1,859
0
Parallel
P
Site 7, Big Branch
No
0
3,103
Perpendicular
P
Site 8, Big Branch
No
1,330
151
Parallel
P
Site 9, Big Branch
Yes
1,770
0
Parallel
P
Site 9, Big Branch
No
0
9,847
Parallel
P
Site 10, Big Branch
Yes
2,306
0
Parallel
P
Site 10, Big Branch
No
0
1,566
Perpendicular
P
Site 11, SC
No
3,059
1,067
Parallel
P
Site 12, Big Branch
Yes
7,183
0
Parallel
P
Site 12, Big Branch
No
0
5,150
Perpendicular
P
Site 13, SE
No
617
357
Parallel
P
Site 14, Big Branch
Yes
1,582
0
Parallel
P
Site 14, Big Branch
No
0
948
Parallel
P
Site 15, Big Branch
Yes
1,737
0
Parallel
P
Site 15, Big Branch
No
0
654
Parallel
P
Site 16, Big Branch
Yes
1,538
0
Parallel
P
Site 16, Big Branch
No
0
1,250
Perpendicular
P
Site 17, Big Branch
No
231
204
Perpendicular
P
Site 18, Big Branch
No
302
83
6h. Total buffer impacts:
Zone 1
Total Temporary impacts: 0.00
Zone 2
0.00

Zone 1
Zone 2
Total Permanent impacts: 26,772.00
30,974.00
Zone 1
Zone 2
Total combined buffer impacts: 26,772.00
30,974.00
6i. Comments:
Supporting Documentation
BigBranch_PermitDrawings_Buf_20200417_11 x17.pdf
5.98MB
BigBranch_PermitDraWngs_Wet_20200410_11 x17.pdf
6.43MB
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The sewer improvement project follows, for the most part, the epsting sewer lines and is within epsting sewer easement. New easement was needed in
some areas. Easements have been kept away from aquatic resources where practicable.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Sedimentation will be controlled by pump -around operations where open cut will be used to replace the ebsting sewer lines. Riprap stream stabilization
will reduce the likelihood of future instability in the reaches that will be open cut.
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?
r Yes r No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
The project is a necessary repair and replacement of an wasting sewer line. All impacts have been avoided and minimized to the e)dent practicable.
6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact.
6c. Reason for impact �16d.
Total impact
(square feet)
Multiplier
6e. Required mitigation
(square feet)
Zone 1
Easement width increases, parallel impacts
21,233
3
63,699
Zone 2
6f. Total buffer mitigation required
63699
0
6g. If buffer mitigation is required, is payment to a mitigation bank or NC Division of Mitigation Services proposed?
r Yes r No
6h. Attach the acceptance letter from the mitigation bank or NC Division of Mitigation Services.
Buffer SOA- Big Branch Sewer Improvements. pdf 118.99KB
0
6j. Comments:
If, by the time mitigation credits are needed, these credits are no longer available from the mitigation banks noted in the attached SOA letter, then we
propose to request mitigation through the DMS in -lieu fee payment program at that time.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR) U
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
r Yes f No
What type of SCM are you providing?
r Level Spreader
r Vegetated Conveyance (lower SHWT)
r Wetland Swale (higher SMNT)
r Other SCM that removes minimum 30 % nitrogen
W Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the buffer
Diffuse Flow Documentation

Diffuse F IowStateme nt. pdf
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
30.42KB
la. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?*
r Yes r No
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1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State (North Carolina)
Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? *
r Yes r No
Comments:*
Project is funded by the City of Raleigh.
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15ANCAC 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 project is a result of ebsting degraded and undersized infrastructure, and is not expected to increase development in the surrounding area, which
is already developed.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?*
r Yes r No r NIA
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.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
r Yes r No
What Federal Agency is involved?
FEMA
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 f 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)?'
(- Yes r No
(` Unknown

51. 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?
VHB reviewed the current list of USFWS protected species for Wake County, NC and submitted biological conclusions based on on -site habitat
evaluation and species surveys to the Raleigh field office. The self -certify letter (attached) was submitted on Sept. 16, 2019 and no comment was
received within 30 days, indicating concurrence with our conclusions. All conclusions were No Effect or May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect, with
the exception of the Northern Long-eared bat, for which the project relies on the findings of the 1/5/2016 PBO. The NLEB is also not currently listed in
Wake County.
Consultation Documentation Upload
USFWS_ConcurrenceRequest_BigBranchSewer_20190913.pdf 21.14MB
Confirmation of Project Receipt Re_ [EXTERNAL] Concurrence Request - Big Branch Sewer, Raleigh NC.pdf 61.04KB
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?*
NOAA Fisheries EFH Mapper.
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?*
The SHPO HPOweb mapping indicates no historic structures within the project corridor. The project is within an area that is highly developed and does
not contain any potentially historic structures. The majority of the project Will replace emsting sewer line.
7c. Historic or Prehistoric Information Upload
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?*
r Yes r No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
The project is currently being coordinated as a No -Rise certification through the City of Raleigh stormwater management division.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?*
FEMA FIRM panel shows the project is within the 100-year floodplain.
Miscellaneous C^U
Comments
Miscellaneous attachments not previously requested.
Signature
*
W 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:
David G. Cooper
Signature
O—A9110-1
Date
5/5/2020

EBX Buffer Mitigation Banks
Statement of Availability May 4, 2020

NC Division of Water Resources
Stephanie Goss
512 N. Salisbury St.
Archdale Building, 9th floor
Raleigh, NC 27604

Re Project: Big Branch Sewer Improvements

This document confirms that City of Raleigh (Applicant) for the Big Branch Sewer Improvements
(Project) has expressed an interest to utilize 63,699.00 Square Feet of Riparian Buffer Mitigation
Credits from one of the following banks, EBX-Neuse I, LLC Neuse Riparian Buffer Umbrella Mitigation
Bank, RES Neuse Buffer and Nutrient Offset Umbrella Mitigation Bank, RES Poplar Creek Buffer &
Nutrient Offset Umbrella Mitigation Bank, or EBX Upper Neuse Riparian Buffer Umbrella Mitigation
Bank. Specific bank sites that may be debited are Arrington Bridge I, Buffalo Branch, Selma Mill, Cedar
Grove, Hatley, Ezell, Hannah Bridge, Stone Creek, Meadow Spring, Uzzle, Poplar Creek and Polecat, all
located in HUC 03020201. As the official Bank Sponsor, EBX-Neuse I, LLC and EBX, attests to the fact
that mitigation is available for reservation at this time.
These mitigation credits are not considered secured, and consequently are eligible to be used for alternate
purposes by the Bank Sponsor, until payment in full is received from the Applicant resulting in the
issuance of a Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate by the bank acknowledging that the Applicant has
fully secured credits from the bank and the Banker has accepted full responsibility for the mitigation
obligation requiring the credits/units.
The Banker will issue the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate within three (3) days of receipt of the
purchase price. Banker shall provide to Applicant a copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate and
a documented copy of the debit of credits from the Bank Official Credit Ledger(s), indicating the permit
number and the resource type secured by the applicant. A copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer
Certificate, with an updated Official Credit Ledger will also be sent to regulatory agencies showing the
proper documentation.
Please contact me at 919-209-1075 or [e-mail] if you have any questions.
Best,

Caitlan B. Parker
Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
3600 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27612
Bank Sponsor – EBX-Neuse I, LLC and Environmental Banc & Exchange (EBX)
AGENT AUTHORIZATION FORM
CITY OF RALEIGH
Project Name: Big Branch Interceptor Project
Project Location: Raleigh, Wake County
Date: September 2019
The City of Raleigh, undersigned, does hereby authorize:
The Professional Engineers and Scientists VHB
of
(Contractor /Agent)
(Name of consulting firm)
to act on my behalf and
take
all actions
necessary
for
the processing, issuance and acceptance of
permits or certifications
and
any and all
standard
and
special conditions attached.
City of Raleigh
Public Utilities Department
Capital Improvement Program
1 Exchange Plaza #620
Raleigh, 27601
[phone]
I hereby certify the above information submitted in this application is true and accurate to the
best of my knowledge.
Matthew Cotton, P.E. Date
Construction Projects Administrator

0 2,000 4,0001,000
Feet
Legend
Study Area
Figure
1³USGS Topographic Map
Big Branch Sewer Project
Wake County, NC
2013 Raleigh East &
Raleigh West Quadrangles
PRODUCED FORPRODUCED BY
0 2,000 4,0001,000
Feet
Legend
Study Area
Figure
2³Soil Survey Map
Big Branch Sewer Project
Wake County, NC
1970 Wake County Soil Survey,
Map Sheets 39 & 49
PRODUCED FORPRODUCED BY

EBX Buffer Mitigation Banks
Statement of Availability May 4, 2020

NC Division of Water Resources
Stephanie Goss
512 N. Salisbury St.
Archdale Building, 9th floor
Raleigh, NC 27604

Re Project: Big Branch Sewer Improvements

This document confirms that City of Raleigh (Applicant) for the Big Branch Sewer Improvements
(Project) has expressed an interest to utilize 63,699.00 Square Feet of Riparian Buffer Mitigation
Credits from one of the following banks, EBX-Neuse I, LLC Neuse Riparian Buffer Umbrella Mitigation
Bank, RES Neuse Buffer and Nutrient Offset Umbrella Mitigation Bank, RES Poplar Creek Buffer &
Nutrient Offset Umbrella Mitigation Bank, or EBX Upper Neuse Riparian Buffer Umbrella Mitigation
Bank. Specific bank sites that may be debited are Arrington Bridge I, Buffalo Branch, Selma Mill, Cedar
Grove, Hatley, Ezell, Hannah Bridge, Stone Creek, Meadow Spring, Uzzle, Poplar Creek and Polecat, all
located in HUC 03020201. As the official Bank Sponsor, EBX-Neuse I, LLC and EBX, attests to the fact
that mitigation is available for reservation at this time.
These mitigation credits are not considered secured, and consequently are eligible to be used for alternate
purposes by the Bank Sponsor, until payment in full is received from the Applicant resulting in the
issuance of a Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate by the bank acknowledging that the Applicant has
fully secured credits from the bank and the Banker has accepted full responsibility for the mitigation
obligation requiring the credits/units.
The Banker will issue the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate within three (3) days of receipt of the
purchase price. Banker shall provide to Applicant a copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer Certificate and
a documented copy of the debit of credits from the Bank Official Credit Ledger(s), indicating the permit
number and the resource type secured by the applicant. A copy of the Mitigation Credit Transfer
Certificate, with an updated Official Credit Ledger will also be sent to regulatory agencies showing the
proper documentation.
Please contact me at 919-209-1075 or [e-mail] if you have any questions.
Best,

Caitlan B. Parker
Resource Environmental Solutions, LLC
3600 Glenwood Avenue, Suite 100
Raleigh, NC 27612
Bank Sponsor – EBX-Neuse I, LLC and Environmental Banc & Exchange (EBX)
The proposed improvements to the Big Branch sewer lines will not create channelized flow through any 
riparian buffers. The project is a sewer line installation and replacement project, which does not 
typically change the existing grade or significantly affect stormwater flow. 
From: Raleigh, FW4
To: Cooper. David
Subject: Confirmation of Project Receipt Re: [EXTERNAL] Concurrence Request - Big Branch Sewer, Raleigh NC
Date: Monday, September 16, 2019 10:38:43 AM
Thank you for submitting your online project package. We will review your package
within 30 days of receipt. If you have submitted an online project review request
letter, expect our response within 30 days. If you have submitted an online project
review certification letter, you will typically not receive a response from us since the
certification letter is our official response. However, if we have additional questions or
we do not concur with your determinations, we will contact you during the review
period.