WQ0041700_Application (FTSE)_20200513

State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality ,WRDivision of Water Resources
15A NCAC 02T .0300 — FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION
Division of Water Resources INSTRUCTIONS FOR FORM: FTA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
This application is for sewer extensions involving gravity sewers, pump stations and force mains, or any combination that has been
certified by a professional engineer and the applicant that the project meets the requirements of 15A NCAC 02T and the Division's
Minimum Design Criteria and that plans, specifications and supporting documents have been prepared in accordance with, 15A
!CAC 02T,15A NCAC 02T .0300, Division policies and good engineering ractices.
While no upfront engineering design documents are required for submittal, in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T .0305(b), design
documents must be prepared prior to submittal of a fast track permit application to the Division. This would include plans, design
calculations, and project specifications referenced in 15A NCAC 02T .0305 and the applicable minimum design criteria. These
documents shall be available upon request by the Division,
Projects that are deemed permitted (do not require a permit from the Division) are explained in 15A NCAC 02T.0303
Projects not eligible for review via the fast track process (must be submitted for full technical review):
➢ Projects that require an environmental assessment in accordance with 15A NCAC 1 C .0100;
➢ Projects that do not meet any part of the minimum design criteria (MDC) document;
➢ Projects that involve a variance from the requirements of 15A NCAC 2T;
➢ Pressure sewer systems utilizing septic tank -effluent pumps (STEPs) or simplex grinder pumps;
➢ STEP or simplex grinder pumps connecting to pressurized systems (e.g. force mains);
➢ Vacuum sewer systems.
General — When submitting an application, please use the following instructions as a checklist in order to ensure all required
items are submitted. Adherence to these instructions and checking the provided boxes will help produce a quicker review time
and reduce the amount of requested additional information. Failure to submit all required items will necessitate additional
processing and review time, and may result in return of the application. Unless otherwise noted, the Applicant shall submit
one original and one copy of the application and supporting documentation.
A. One Original and One Copy of Application and Supporting Documents
® Required unless otherwise noted
B. Cover Letter (Required for All Application Packages):
® List all items included in the application package, as well as a brief description of the requested permitting action.
➢ Be specific as to the system type, number of homes served, flow allocation required, etc.
➢ If necessary for clarity, include attachments to the application form.
C. Application Fee (All New and Major Modification Application Packages):
® Submit a check or money order in the amount of $480.00 dated within 90 days of application submittal.
➢ Payable to North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ)
D. Fast Track (Form: FTA 04-16) Application (Required for All Application Packages):
® Submit the completed and appropriately executed application.
➢ If necessary for clarity or due to space restrictions, attachments to the application may be made.
❑ If the Applicant Type in Item 1.2 is a corporation or company, provide documentation it is registered for business with
the North Carolina SecreLaa of State.
Cl If the Applicant Type in Item 1.2 is a partnership or d/b/a, enclose a copy of the certificate filed with the Register of
Deeds in the county of business.
❑ The Project Name in Item II.1 shall be consistent with the project name on the flow acceptance letters, agreements, etc.
® The Professional Engineer's Certification on Page 5 of the application shall be signed, sealed and dated by a North
Carolina licensed Professional En ineer.
® The Applicant's Certification on page 5 of the application shall be signed in accordance with 15A NCAC 02T _0106(b).
Per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(c), an alternate person may be designated as the signing official if a delegation letter is
provided from a person who meets the criteria in 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b).
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E. Flow Tracking/Acceptance Form (Form: FTSE 04-16) (If Applicable):
® Submit the completed and executed FTSE form from the owners of the downstream sewers and treatment facility.
➢ Multiple forms maybe required where the downstream sewer owner and wastewater treatment facility are different.
➢ The flow acceptance indicated in form FTSE must not expire prior to permit issuance and must be dated less than one
year prior to the application date.
➢ Submittal of this application and form FTSE indicates that owner has adequate capacity and will not violate G.S. 143-
215.67(a).
➢ Intergovernmental agreements or other contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -specific FTSE.
F. Site Maps (All Application Packages):
® Submit an 8.5-inch x 11-inch color copy of a USGS Topographic Map of sufficient scale to identify the entire project
area and closest surface waters.
➢ Location of the project (gravity sewer, pump stations & force main)
➢ Downstream connection points and permit number (if known) for the receiving sewer
® Include a street level map (aerial) showing general project area so that Division staff can easily locate it in the field.
G. Existing Permit (All Modification Packages):
® Submit the most recently issued existing permit.
❑ Provide a list of any items within the permit the Applicant would like the Division to address during the permit
modification (i.e., permit description, flow allocation, treatment facility, etc.).
H. Power Reliability Plan (Required if portable reliability option utilized for Pump Station):
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0305 h 1 , submit documentation of power reliability for pumping stations.
➢ This alternative is only available for average daily flows .less than 15,000 gallons per day
➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant and is
compatible with the station. The Division will accept a letter signed by the applicant (see 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)) or
proposed contractor, stating that "the portable power generation unit or portable, independently -powered pumping
units, associated appurtenances and personnel are available for distribution and operation of this pump station."
➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump
stations' storage capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel
timeframes, shall be provided in the case of a multiple station power outage. (Required at time of certification)
I. Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (All Application Packages for Privately -Owned Public Utilities):
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .01 15(a)(1) provide the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity from the North Carolina
Utilities Commission demonstrating the Applicant is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by
the sewer extension, or
❑ Provide a letter from the North Carolina Utilities Commission's Water and Sewer Division Public Staff stating an
application for a franchise has been received and that the service area is contiguous to an existing franchised area or
that franchise approval is expected.
J. Operational Agreements (Applications from HOA/POA and Developers for lots to be sold):
❑ Home/Pro eri Owners' Associations
❑ Per 1 SA NCAC 02T .0115(c), submit the properly executed Operational Agreement (FORM: HOA).
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(c), submit a copy of the Articles of Incorporation, Declarations and By-laws.
❑ Developers of lots to be sold
❑ Per 15A NCAC 02T .0115(b), submit the properly executed ❑ erational Agreement FORM; DEV .
For more information, visit the Division's collection systems wehsite
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THE COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE INCLDING ALL SUPPORTING INFORMATION AND
MATERIALS, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL OFFICE:
REGIONAL OFFICE
Asheville Regional Office
Water Quality Section
Fayetteville Regional Office
Water [Quality Section
Mooresville Regional Office
Water Quality Section
aftiqt Regional Office
Water Quality Section
Washington Regional Office
Water Quality Section
Wilminciton Regional Office
Water Quality Section
Winston-Salem Regional Office
Water Quality Section
ADDRESS
2090 US Highway 70
Swannanoa, North Carolina
[phone]
[phone] Fax
225 Green Street Suite 714
Fayetteville, North Carolina
[phone]
[phone] Fax
COUNTIES SERVED
Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell, Cherokee,
28778 Clay, Graham, Haywood, Henderson, Jackson,
Macon, Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk,
Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania, Yancey
Anson, Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett, Hoke,
28301-5094 Montgomery, Moore, Robeson, Richmond,
Sampson, Scotland
610 E. Center Avenue
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
[phone]
[phone] Fax
1628 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1628
[phone]
[phone] Fax
943 Washington Square Mall
Washington, North Carolina 27889
[phone]
[phone] Fax
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, North Carolina 28405
[phone]
[phone] Fax
450 W. Hanes Mill Road
Suite 300
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27105
[phone]
Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba, Cleveland,
Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Rowan,
Stanly, Union
Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe, Franklin,
Granville, Halifax, Johnston, Lee, Nash,
Northampton, Orange, Person, Vance, Wake,
Warren, Wilson
Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan, Craven,
Currituck, Dare, Gates, Greene, Hertford, Hyde,
Jones, Lenoir, Martin, Pamlico, Pasquotank,
Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington, Wayne
Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus, Duplin, New
Hanover, Onslow, Pender
Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Caswell, Davidson,
Davie, Forsyth, Guilford, Rockingham, Randolph,
Stokes, Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin
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'DWR
Division of Water Resources
State of North Carolina
Department of Environmental Quality
Division of Water Resources
15A NCAC 02T .0300 — FAST TRACK SEWER SYSTEM EXTENSION APPLICATION
FTA 04-16 & SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
Application Number:
(to be completed by DWR)
All items must be com feted or the application will be returned
I. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
1. Applicant's name: City of Asheboro (company, municipality, HOA, utility, etc.)
2. Applicant type: ❑ Individual ❑ Corporation ❑ General Partnership
❑ Federal ❑ State/County ® Municipal
3. Signature authority's name: John N. Op -bum, III per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b)
Title: City Manager
4. Applicant's mailing address: 146 N. Church Street
City: Asheboro State: NC Zip: 27204-1106
5. Applicant's contact information:
Phone number: 3( 36) 626-1201 Email Address: mleonard ci.asheboro.com
IL PROJECT INFORMATION:
❑ Privately -Owned Public Utility
❑ Other
1. Project name: City_of As eboro, HillCrest Subdivison
2. Application/Project status: ® Proposed (New Permit) ❑ Existing Permit/Project
If a modification, provide the existing permit number: WQ00 and issued date:
If new construction but part of a master plan, provide the existing permit number: WQ00
3. County where project is located: Randolph
4. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: 35.683315' Longitude:-79.832195'
5. Parcel ID (if applicable): 7750396274
(or Parcel ID to closest downstream sewer)
III. CONSULTANT INFORMATION:
1. Professional Engineer: H. Mack Summey, Jr., PE License Number: 26447
Firm: 5urnme Engineering Associates, PLLC
Mailing address: PO Box 968
City: Asheboro State: NC Zip: 27204-1106
Phone number: 336) 328-0902 Email Address: mack _summeyengineering.com
IV. WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITY (WWTF) INFORMATION:
1. Facility Name: City of Asheboro WWTF Permit Number: 26123
Owner Name: City_ of Asheboro
V. RECEIVING DOWNSTREAM SEWER INFORMATION (if different than WWTF):
1. Permit Number(s): WQ Downstream (Receiving) Sewer Size: inch
System Wide Collection System Permit Number (if a iicablc): WQCS
Owner Name(s):
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VI. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
1. If the Applicant is a Privately -Owned Public Utility, has a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity been attached?
❑ Yes [:]No ®N/A
2. If the Applicant is a Developer of lots to be sold, has a Developer's Operational Agreement FORM: DEV been attached?
❑ Yes ❑No ®N/A
3. If the Applicant is a Home/Pro a Owners' Association has an Q12crafional Agreement FORM: HOA been attached?
❑ Yes ❑No ®N/A
4. Origin of wastewater: (check all that apply):
® Residential Owned ❑ Retail (stores, centers, malls) ❑ Car Wash
❑ Residential Leased ❑ Retail with food preparation/service ❑ Hotel and/or Motels
❑ School / preschool / day care ❑ Medical / dental / veterinary facilities ❑ Swimming Pool /Clubhouse
❑ Food and drink facilities ❑ Church ❑ Swimming Pool/Filter Backwash
❑ Businesses / offices / factories ❑ Nursing Home ❑ Other (Explain in Attachment)
5. Nature of wastewater: 100 % Domestic/Commercial 0 % Commercial
0 % Industrial {See 15A ]VCAC 02"l .O]03(20))
Its there a Pretreatment Program in effect? ❑ Yes ❑ No
6. Hasa flow reduction been approved under 15A NCAC 02T .01 14 ? [:]Yes ®No
➢ If yes, provide a cony of flow reduction approval letter
7. Summarize wastewater generated by project:
Establishment Type (see 22T.0114a
Daily Design Flow a,b
No. of Units
Flow
Single Family Residential
360 gal/day
26
9360 GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
gal/
GPD
Total
9360 GPD
a See 1.5A_ NCAC 02T .0114(b). (d). (e)(1) and (e)(2) for caveats to wastewater design flow rates (i.e., minimum flow per
dwelling; proposed unknown non-residential development uses; public access facilities located near high public use
areas; and residential property located south or east of the Atlantic Intracoastal Waterway to be used as vacation rentals
as defined in G.S. 42A-4).
b Per 15A NCAC 02T .0114(c), design flow rates for establishments not identified [in table 15A NCAC 02T.01 141 shall
be determined using available flow data, water using fixtures, occupancy or operation patterns, and other measured data.
8. Wastewater generated by project: 9360 GPD (per 15A NCAC 02T .0114
➢ Do not include future flows or previously permitted allocations
If permitted flow is zero, indicate why:
❑ Pump Station or Gravity Sewer where flow will be permitted in subsequent permits that connect to this line
❑ Flow has already been allocated in Permit Number:
❑ Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewer with no new flow expected
❑ Other (Explain):
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VII. GRAVITY SEWER DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) - 02T .0305 & M DC (Gravity Sewers):
1. Summarize gravity sewer to be permitted:
Size (inches)
Length (feet)
Material
8
900
SDR
8
150
DIP
➢ Section II & III of the MDC for Permitting of Gravity Sewers contains information related to design criteria
➢ Section III contains information related to minimum slopes for gravity sewer(s)
➢ Oversizing lines to meet minimum slope requirement is not allowed and a violation of the MDC
VIII. PUMP STATION DESIGN CRITERIA (If Applicable) --02T .4305 & MDC(Pump Stations/Force Mains):
COMPLETE FOR EACH PUMP STATION INCLUDED IN THIS PROJECT
1. Pump station number or name:
2. Approximate Coordinates (Decimal Degrees): Latitude: Longitude: - °
3. Design flow of the pump station: millions gallons per day (firm capacity)
4. Operational point(s) of the pump(s): gallons per minute at feet total dynamic head (TDH)
5. Summarize the force main to be permitted (for this Pump Station):
Size (inches) I Length (feet) I Material
6. Power reliability in accordance with 15A _NCAC 02T .0305(h)(l ]:
❑ Standby power source or pump with automatic activation and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(B);
➢ Required for all pump stations with an average daily flow greater than or equal to 15,000 gallons per day
➢ Must be permanent to facility
Or if the pump station has an average daily flow less than 15,000 gallons per day:
❑ Portable power source with manual activation, quick -connection receptacle and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T
.0305(h)(1)(C)
or
❑ Portable pumping unit with plugged emergency pump connection and telemetry - 15A NCAC 02T .0305(h)(1)(C):
➢ It shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or contracted by the applicant (draft agreement)
and is compatible with the station.
➢ If the portable power source or pump is dedicated to multiple pump stations, an evaluation of all the pump stations'
storage capacities and the rotation schedule of the portable power source or pump, including travel timeframes, shall be
provided in the case of a multiple station power outage.
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IX. SETBACKS & SEPARATIONS — (02B .0200 & 15A NCAC 02T .0305(f)):
1. Does the project comply with all separations found in 15A NCAC 02T .0305 t & ® Yes ❑ No
➢ 15A NCAC 02T.0305(f) contains minimum separations that shall be nrovided for sewer systemw
Setback Parameter*
Separation Required
Storm sewers and other utilities not listed below (vertical)
24 inches
Water mains (vertical -water over sewer including in benched trenches)
18 inches
Water mains (horizontal)
10 feet
Reclaimed water lines (vertical - reclaimed over sewer)
18 inches
Reclaimed water lines(horizontal - reclaimed over sewer
2 feet
**Any private or public water supply source, including any wells, WS-I waters of Class I or
Class 11 impounded reservoirs used as a source of drinking water
100 feet
**Waters classified WS (except WS-I or WS-V), B, SA, ORW, HQW, or SB from normal
bjgh water (or tide elevation) and wetlands see item IX.2)
50 feet
_
**Any other stream, lake, impoundment, or ground water lowering and surface drainage
ditches
10 feet
5 feet
Any building foundation
Apy basement
10 feet
_
Top slope of embankment or cuts of 2 feet or more vertical height
10 feet
Drainage systems and interceptor drains
5 feet
An swimming pools
10 feet
Final earth grade (vertical)
36 inches
➢ 15A_ NCAC 02T.0305(e) contains alternatives where separations in 42T,0305(fa cannot be achieved.
➢ **Stream classifications can be identified using the Division's NC Surface Water Classifications webnaee
➢ If noncompliance with 02T.0305(f) or (e). see Section X of this application
2. Does the project comply with separation requirements for wetlands? (50 feet of separation) ® Yes [:]No ❑ N/A
➢ See the Division's draft separation requirements for situations where separation cannot be meet
➢ No variance is required if the alternative design criteria specified is utilized in design and construction
➢ As built documents should reference the location of areas effected
3. Does the project comply with setbacks found in the river basin rules per 15A NCAC 02B .0200? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
➢ This would include Trout Buffered Streams per 15A NCAC 2B.0202
4. Does the project require coverage/authorization under a 404 Nationwide or ❑ Yes ® No
individual permits or 401 Water Quality Certifications?
➢ Information can be obtained from the 401 & Buffer Permitting Branch
5. Does project comply with 15A NCAC 02T.0105(c)(6) (additional permits/certifications)? ® Yes ❑ No
Per 15A NCAC 02T.0I05(c)(6), directly related environmental permits or certification applications are being prepared, have
been applied for, or have been obtained. Issuance of this permit is contingent on issuance of dependent permits (erosion and
sedimentation control plans, stormwater management plans, etc.).
6. Does this project include any sewer collection lines that are deemed "high -priority?"
Per 15A NCAC 02T.04.02, "high -priority sewer" means "any aerial sewer, sewer contacting surface waters, siphon, or sewer
positioned parallel to streambanks that is subject to erosion that undermines or deteriorates the sewer.
❑ Yes ® No ❑ N/A
➢ If yes, include an attachment with details for each line, including type (aerial line, size, material, and location).
High priority lines shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative at least once every six -months and
inspections documented per 15A NCAC 02T.0403(a)(5) or the permitee's individual System -Wide Collection permit.
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X. CERTIFICATIONS:
1_ Does the submitted system comply with 15A NCAC 02L the Minimum Design Criteria for the Permitting of Pump Stations
and Force Mains (latest version), and the Gravi Sewer Minimum Design Criteria latest version as applicable?
® Yes ❑ No
If No, complete and submit the Variance/Alternative Design Request application (VADC 10-14) and supporting documents
for review. Approval of the r uest is required prior to submittal of the Fast Track Application and su ortin
documents.
2. Professional Engineer's Certification:
I, 6LC• 3,in,ry►m-P_
(Professional Engir
C
s name from Application Item III.1.)
attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is accurate, complete and consistent with the information supplied in the plans, specifications,
engineering calculations, and all other supporting documentation to the best of my knowledge. I further attest that to the best
of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in accordance with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer
Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers (latest version), and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track
Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains (latest version). Although other professionals may have developed certain
portions of this submittal package, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I have reviewed this
material and have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed $10,000, as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. ,,►�►4„ou,�n
North Carolina Professional Engineers seal, signature, and date:
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26447
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3. Applicant's Certification per 15A NCAC 02T .0106(b):
I, a bu C,
(Signifure Aut ority's name & title
Item I.3.)
attest that this application for
has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that if all required parts of
this application are not completed and that if all required supporting documentation and attachments are not included, this
application package is subject to being returned as incomplete. I understand that any discharge of wastewater from this non -
discharge system to surface waters or the land will result in an immediate enforcement action that may include civil penalties,
injunctive relief, and/or criminal prosecution. I will make no claim against the Division of Water Resources should a
condition of this permit be violated. I also understand that if all required parts of this application package are not completed
and that if all required supporting information and attachments are not included, this application package will be returned to
me as incomplete.
NOTE — In accordance with General Statutes 143-215.6A and I43-2I5.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false
statement, representation, or certification in any application package shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor, which may
include a fine not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
Signature:
Date: _41,3012 0
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