SW7050812_Final Permit_20060313

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Alan W. Klimek, P.E. Director
Division of Water Quality
March 13, 2006
Mr. Lawrence J. Bayer
300 Crystal Lake Drive
Havelock, NC 28532
Subject: Stormwater Permit No. SW7050812
Slocum Woods Subdivision
Low Density Subdivision with a
Curb Outlet System
Craven County
Dear Mr. Bayer:
The Washington Regional Office received a complete Stormwater Management Permit Application for
Slocum Woods Subdivision on February 22, 2006. Staff review of the plans and specifications has
determined that the project, as proposed, will comply with the Stormwater Regulations set forth in Title
15A NCAC 2H.1000. We are forwarding Permit No. SW7050812, dated March 13, 2006 for the
construction of the subject project.
This permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the
conditions and limitations as specified therein, and does not supercede any other agency permit that may
be required.
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 thirty (30) days following receipt of this
permit. This request must be in the form of a written petition, conforming to Chapter 150E of the North
Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings, P.O. Drawer 27447,
Raleigh, NC 27611-7447. Unless such demands are made this permit shall be final and binding.
If you have any questions, or need additional information concerning this matter, please contact either
Amy Franklin or me at [phone].
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Surface Water Protection Section
Washington Regional Office
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State Stormwater Management Systems
Permit No. SW7050812
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
STATE STORMWATER MANAGEMENT PERMIT
LOW DENSITY DEVELOPMENT WITH A CURB OUTLET SYSTEM
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
Lawrence J. Bayer
Slocum Woods. Subdivision
Craven County
FOR THE
construction, operation and maintenance of a 27.4% low density subdivision with a curb outlet
system in compliance with the provisions of 15A NCAC 2H .1000 (hereafter referred to as the
"stormwater rules') and the approved stormwater management plans and specifications, and
other supporting data as attached and on file with and approved by the Division of Water Quality
and considered a part of this permit.
The Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded and shall be subject to the
following specific conditions and limitations:
I. DESIGN STANDARDS
The project is permitted for 24 lots, each limited to a maximum of 3,455 square feet of
built -upon area, as defined by the stormwater rules, and as indicated in the approved
plans.
2. The overall tract built -upon area percentage for the project must be maintained at 30%,
per the requirements of Section .1005 of the stormwater rules.
3. This project proposes a curb outlet system. Each designated curb outlet Swale or 100'
vegetated area shown on the approved plan must be maintained at a minimum of 100'
long, maintain 5:1 (H:V) side slopes or flatter, have a longitudinal slope no steeper than
5%, carry the flow from a 10 year storm in an
manner, maintain a dense
vegetated cover, and be located in either a dedicated common area or a recorded drainage
easement.
4. No piping shall be allowed except those minimum amounts necessary to direct runoff
beneath an impervious surface such as a road or under driveways to provide access to
lots.
5. Runoff conveyances other than the curb outlet system swales, such as perimeter ditches,
must be vegetated with side slopes no steeper than 3:1 (H:V).
6. Approved plans and specifications for projects covered by this permit are incorporated by
reference and are enforceable parts of the pemut.
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11. SCHEDULE OF COMPLIANCE
Curb outlet swales, vegetated areas and other vegetated conveyances shall be constructed
in their entirety, vegetated, and be operational for their intended use prior to the
construction of any built -upon surface, per the approved plans
2. During construction, erosion shall be kept to a minimum and any eroded areas of the
swales or other vegetated conveyances will be repaired immediately.
The permittee shall at all times provide the operation and maintenance necessary to
operate the permitted stormwater management systems at optimum efficiency to include:
a. Inspections
b. Sediment removal.
C. Mowing, and revegetating of the side slopes.
d. Immediate repair of eroded areas.
e. Maintenance of side slopes in accordance with approved plans and specifications.
f Cleaning and repair of catch basin grates, flumes, piping, and the flow spreader
mechanism.
4. The permittee shall submit to the Director and shall have received approval for revised
plans, specifications, and calculations prior to construction, for any modification to the
approved plans, including, but not limited to, those listed below:
a. Any revision to the approved plans, regardless of size.
b. Project name change.
C. Transfer of ownership.
d. Redesign or addition to the approved amount of built -upon area or to the drainage
area.
e. Further subdivision, acquisition or sale of the project area. The project area is
defined as all property owned by the permittee, for which Sedimentation and
Erosion Control Plan approval was sought.
f. Filling in, piping, or altering any vegetative conveyance shown on the approved
plan.
5. The Director may determine that other revisions to the project should require a
modification to the permit.
6. The permittee is responsible for verifying that the proposed built -upon area does not
exceed the allowable built -upon area. Once the lot transfer is complete, the built -upon
area may not be revised without approval from the Division of Water Quality, and
responsibility for meeting the built -upon area limit is transferred to the individual
property owner, provided that the permittee has complied with the requirements of
Section II.12 of this permit.
The permittee must certify in writing that the project's stormwater controls, and
impervious surfaces have been constructed within substantial intent of the approved plans
and specifications. Any deviation from the approved plans must be noted on the
Certification. The permittee shall submit the Certification to the Division within 30 days
of completion of the project.
8. The permittee shall submit all information requested by the Director or his representative
within the time frame specified in the written information request.
9. Each lot in the subdivision covered by this permit will maintain a minimum 30 foot wide
vegetative buffer between all impervious areas and surface waters.
10. All roof drains must terminate at least 30' from the Mean High Water mark.
11. Deed restrictions are incorporated into this permit by reference and must be recorded with
the Office of the Register of Deeds prior to the sale of any lot.
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12. Recorded deed restrictions must include, at a minimum, the following statements related
to stormwater management:
a. The following covenants are intended to ensure ongoing compliance with State
Stormwater Management Permit Number SW7050812, as issued by the Division
of Water Quality under NCAC 2H.1000.
b. The State of North Carolina is made a beneficiary of these covenants to the extent
necessary to maintain compliance with the Stormwater Management Permit.
C. These covenants are to run with the land and be binding on all persons and parties
claiming under them.
d. The covenants pertaining to stormwater may not be altered or rescinded without
the express written consent of the State of North Carolina, Division of Water
Quality.
e. Alteration of the drainage as shown on the approved plans may not take place
without the concurrence of the Division of Water Quality.
f. The maximum built -upon area per lot is 3,455 square feet. This allotted amount
includes any built -upon area constructed within the lot property boundaries, and
that portion of the right-of-way between the front lot line and the edge of the
pavement. Built upon area includes, but is not limited to, structures, asphalt,
concrete, gravel, brick, stone, slate, coquina, driveways, and parkin areas, but
does not include raised, open wood decking, or the water surface of swimming
pools.
g. Filling in, piping or altering any 3:1 vegetated conveyances (ditches, swales, etc.)
associated with the development except for average driveway crossings, is
prohibited by any persons.
h. Filling in, piping or altering any designated 5:1 curb outlet swale or vegetated area
associated with the development is prohibited by any persons.
i. A 30' vegetated buffer must be maintained between all built -upon area and the
Mean High Water line of surface waters.
j. All roof drains shall terminate at least 30' from the Mean High Water
mark.
1. Each designated curb outlet swale or 100' vegetated area shown on the approved
plan must be maintained at a minimum of 100' long, maintain 5:1 (H:V) side
slopes or flatter, have a longitudinal slope no steeper than 5%, carry the flow from
a 10 year storm in a non -erosive manner, maintain a dense vegetated cover, and be
located in either a dedicated common area or a recorded drainage easement.
13. The permittee must submit a copy of the recorded deed restrictions within 30 days of the
date of recording.
14. The Director may notify the permittee when the permitted site does not meet one or more
of the minimum requirements of the permit. Within the time frame specified in the notice,
the permittee shall submit a written time schedule to the Director for modifying the site to
meet minimum requirements. The permittee shall provide co ies of revised plans and
certification in writing to the Director that the changes have been made.
15. Prior to transfer of ownership, the swales must be inspected and determined to be in
compliance with the permit. Any deficiencies will be repaired or replaced prior to the
transfer.
16. The final plats for the project will be recorded showing all required swale easements and
common areas, in accordance with the approved plans.
III. GENERAL CONDITIONS
Failure to abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division of Water Quality, in accordance with
North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
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2. The permit issued shall continue in force and effect until revoked or terminated.
3. The permit may be modified, revoked and reissued or terminated for cause. The filing of
a request for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination does not
stay any permit condition.
4. The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the Director from reopening and modifying
the permit, revoking and reissuing the permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the
laws, rules, and regulations contained in Title 15A of the North Carolina Administrative
Code, Subchapter 2H.1000; and North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 et. al.
5. The permit is not transferable to any person or entity except after notice to and approval
by the Director. The Director may require modification or revocation and reissuance of
the permit to change the name and incorporate such other requirements as may be
necessary. A formal permit transfer request must be submitted to the Division of Water
Quality accompanied by the appropriate fee, documentation from both parties involved,
and other supporting materials as maybe appropriate. The approval of this request will
be considered on its merits, and mayor may not be approved. The permittee is
responsible for compliance with all the terms and conditions of this permit until the
Division approves the permit transfer.
6. The issuance of this permit does not preclude the Permittee from complying with any and
all statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances imposed by other government agencies
(local, state and federal) which have jurisdiction. If any of those permits or approvals
result in revisions to the plans, a permit modification must be submitted.
7. The penmittee grants permission to DENR Staff to enter the property during business
hours for the purposes of inspecting the stormwater control system and it's components.
8. The pemrittee shall notify the Division of Water Quality of any name, ownership or
mailing address changes within 30 days.
Permit issued this the 13s day of March, 2006,
NONTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
for Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
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