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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
VZ Top Mountain Villas
Condominium I Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Dear Permittee:
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ROY COOPER
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MICHAEL S. REGAN
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S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
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Director
Division of Water Resources
June 23, 2017
JUL - 3 2017
Water Quality Regional Operations
Asheville Regional Office
Subject: Issuance o NPD ermi NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Class 2
Macon County
Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject
permit. Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit
is issued pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the
Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency dated October 15, 2007 (or as subsequently amended).
The final permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit:
➢ Section A. (2) has been added to require electronic submission of effluent data.
Federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs).
➢ Regulatory citations have been added to the permit.
➢ An updated outfall map has been included.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request
within thirty (30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a
written petition, conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and
filed with the Office of Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North
Carolina 27699-6714). Unless such demand is made, this decision shall be final and
binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The
Division may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit
does not affect the legal requirements to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local
governmental permit that may be required.
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
https://deq.nc. govlabout/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-permits/wastewater-branchlnpdes-wastewater-permits

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If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Emily Phillips at
telephone number [phone], or via e-mail [[e-mail]].
S' ely,
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S. Jay Zimmerman,
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Permit NCO037711
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
(NPDES)
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other
lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina
Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act, as amended, the
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a.facility located at the
VZ Top Homeowners Association (HOA) WWTP
850 Hudson Road, Highlands
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as Brooks Creek in the Savannah River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions
set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective September 1, 2017.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on
August 31, 2022.
Signed this day June 23, 2017
a6.aay zimmerman, r. u.
Director, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NCO037711
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, tl�e exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. continue to operate an existing 0.028 MGD extended aeration, tertiary -type
wastewater treatment system utilizing;
• aeration basin
• final clarifier with sludge return
• dual (2) fi�ter beds
• sludge ho, ding tank
• chlorinator
• dechlorinator
• flow measuring and recording,
located at the VZ Top HOA WWTP, 850 Hudson Road, Highlands, Macon
County, and 1
2. discharge from said treatment works via Outfall 001, at the location specified on
the attached map, into Brooks Creek [Stream Segment 3-10-2-3-3], a waterbody
currently classified B; Trout within Sub -basin 03-13-01 of the Savannah River
Basin.

Permit NCO037711
Part 1.
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq.., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration,
the Permittee is authorized to discharge from Outfall 001. Such discharges shallbe limited
and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
Parameter Code
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average -'
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample =
Type _
_ Sample ,.
Location
Flow
50050
0.028 MGD
Continuous
RecordingInfluent
or
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) 2
50060
28 Ng/L 2
2/ Week
Grab
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(April 1- October 31)
C0610
11.8 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(November 1- March 31)
C0610
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 or > 9.0 s. u.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnote:
1. The permittee shall begin submitting discharge monitoring reports electronically using the
Division's eDMR system [see A. (2).]
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50µg/L to be compliant with
the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by
North Carolina certified test methods (including field certified), even if these values fall below
50 µg/l.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOAT17VG SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER THAN
TRACE AMOUNTS.

Permit NCO037711
A. (2.) ELECTRONIC REPORTING OF DISCHARGE MONITORING REPORTS
[NCGS 143-215.1 (b)]
Federal regulations equire electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports (DMRs)
and program reports. The final NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule was adopted and became
effective on December 21, 2015.
NOTE: This special condition supplements or supersedes the following sections within Part II
of this permit (Standard Conditions for NPDES Permits):
1.
• Section B. (111.) Signatory Requirements
• Section D. (2.) Reporting
• Section D. (6.) Records Retention
• Section E. (5.) Monitoring Reports
The permittee
Electronic Dis
DWR's
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each
month and sub "tted electronically using eDMR. The eDMR system allows permitted
facilities to enter monitoring data and submit DMRs electronically using the internet.
Until such time that the state's eDMR application is compliant with EPA's Cross -Media
Electronic Reporting Regulation (CROMERR), permittees will be required to submit all
discharge monitoring data to the state electronically using eDMR and will be required to
complete the eDMR submission by printing, signing, and submitting one signed original
and a copy of the I computer printed eDMR to the following address:
NC DENR / Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Ceritral Files
1617 Mail.Servicel Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
If a permittee is unable to use the eDMR system due to a demonstrated hardship or due
to the facility being physically located in an area where less than 10 percent of the
households have broadband access, then a temporary waiver from the NPDES electronic
reporting requirements may be granted and discharge monitoring data may be submitted
on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the Director.
Duplicate signed copies shall be submitted to the mailing address above. See "How to
Request a Waiver �rom Electronic Reporting" section below.
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the month
following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the last day of the
month following the commencement of discharge.

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Starting on December 21, 2020, the permittee must electronically report the following
compliance monitoring data and reports, when applicable:
Sewer Overflow/Bypass Event Reports;
Pretreatment Program Annual Reports; and
Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 316(b) Annual Reports.
The permittee may seek an electronic reporting waiver from the Division (see "How to
Request a Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section below).
2. Electronic Submissions
In accordance with 40 CFR 122.41(1) (9), the permittee must identify the initial recipient at
the time of each electronic submission. The permittee should use the EPA's website
resources to identify the initial recipient for the electronic submission.
Initial recipient of electronic NPDES information from NPDES-regulated facilities means
the entity (EPA or the state authorized by EPA to implement the NPDES program) that is
the designated entity for receiving electronic NPDES data [see 40 CFR 127.2(b)].
EPA plans to establish a website that will also link to the appropriate electronic reporting
tool for each type of electronic submission and for each state. Instructions on how to
access and use the appropriate electronic reporting tool will be available as well.
Information on EPA's NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule is found at:
http: / /www2.epa.gov/compliance/fmal-national-pollutant-discharge-elimination-system-
npde s-electronic-reporting-rule.
Electronic submissions must start by the dates listed in the "Reporting Requirements"
section above.
3. How to bequest a Waiver from Electronic Reporting
The permittee may seek a temporary electronic reporting waiver from the Division. To
obtain an electronic reporting waiver, a permittee must first submit an electronic
reporting waiver request to the Division. Requests for temporary electronic reporting
waivers must be submitted in writing to the Division for written approval at least sixty
(60) days prior to the date the facility would be required under this permit to begin
submitting monitoring data and reports. The duration of a temporary waiver shall not
exceed 5 years and shall thereupon expire. At such time, monitoring data and reports
shall be submitted electronically to the Division unless the permittee re -applies for and is
granted a new temporary electronic reporting waiver by the Division. Approved electronic
reporting waivers are not transferrable. Only permittees with an approved reporting
waiver request may submit monitoring data and reports on paper to the Division for the
period that the approved reporting waiver request is effective.

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4.
Information on eDMR and the application for a temporary electronic reporting waiver are
found on the following web page:
http://deci.nc.p-ol /about/divisions/water-resources/edmr
(11.) (ai)]
All eDMRs submitted to the permit issuing authority shall be signed by a person
described in Part' II, Section B. (11.) (a) or by a duly authorized representative of that
person as described in Part II, Section B. (11.)(b). A person, and not a position, must be
delegated signat ly authority for eDMR reporting purposes.
For eDMR submissions, the person signing and submitting the DMR must obtain an
eDMR user account and login credentials to access the eDMR system. For more
information on North Carolina's eDMR system, registering for eDMR and obtaining an
eDMR user account, please visit the following web page:
http: / / deq.nc. gov / about / divisions /water -resources / edmr
Certification. Any person submitting an electronic DMR using the state's eDMR system
shall make the following certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF
CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
U certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared
under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that
qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information submitted. Based on my
inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or those persons directly
responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant
penalties for submitting false information, including the possibility of fines and
imprisonment for knowing violations. "
5. Records Retention [Supplements Section D. (6.11
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including eDMR
submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years
from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any
time [40 CFR 122:411.

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Permit NCO037711
Macon County

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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations where effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent samples shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees wit I wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Continuous flow measurement
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device.
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes of,I sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the pollutant discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above'-)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily Sampling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted, on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWR or "the Division"
The Division of Water Resources, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated.
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric mean, values of "0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at least] 100 mL collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Pen -nit lssuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Resources.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit tennination, revocation and reissuance, or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a pen -nit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 402(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. [33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301, 302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,500 to $25,000 per day of violation, or
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imprisonment of not more than I year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a person shall be subject to criminal penalties of not more than $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of no't more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who knowingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 Ito $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that time that he thereby places another- person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. Iri the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for second or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a c vil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per lviolation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties f r Class Il violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, lwith the maximum amount of any Class II penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Dgt _y to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take: all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part H.C.4), "Upsets" (Part II.C.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part II.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance may be temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilities liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section, 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this permit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not authorize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertak g of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
tenninating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.21(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Pennittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. seq.
11. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to snake management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures.
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.221
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.22]
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the information submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and belief, true, accurate, and complete. 1 am aware that there are significant penalties for
submittingfalse information, including the possibility offines and imprisonmentfor knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncomp lance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification, R vocation and Reissuance, or Termination
The issuance of this permit does not prohibit the permit issuing authority 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 40, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering and Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay Ithe annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
Section C. Operation and�Maintenance of Pollution Controls
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified wafer pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operator's Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to the type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no baciup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designating the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
Charge (Back-up ORI C):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in 'Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the proper type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy iri the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsiblei Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Pennittee shall.submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during nonnal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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(3) The Permit Issuing Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
the Permit Issuing Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
(1) of this section.
Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [0 CFR 122.41(n)(2)]: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
noncompliance with such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
this condition are met. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
caused by upset, and before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
review. '
b. Conditions necessary for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset shall demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurred and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee submitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied with any remedial measures required under Part II.13.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
6. Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. The Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage slud�e, including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For Municipal Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is responsible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge of untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a fr' quency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Monitoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 CFR 122.410)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtained during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked no later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due on',the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
facility, on the last day of the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
and all other reports required herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.nedenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136; or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the pen -nit discharge requirements and all data generated must be reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements, then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.41].
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Pennittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement or sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
following information [40 CFR 122.411:
a. The date, exact place, and time of sampling or measurements;
b. The individual(s) who performed the sampling or measurements;
c. The date(s) analyses were performed;
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d. The individual(s) who performed the analyses;
e. The analytical tech i iques or methods used; and
f. The results of such analyses.
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall allow the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
a representative of the Director), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
law, to;
a. Enter, at reasonable' times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or wherE records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and copy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. inspect at reasonable times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor at reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the CWA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E Reporting Requirements
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified in this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the permitf
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility [40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This notification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification require I ents under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or adItion results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
3. Anticipated Noncompliance
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might result in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers
This permit is not transferable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFR 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-215.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, to (identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CFR 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part II.D.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices.
b. If the Penmittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the tune the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following:
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availabilfty of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terns shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215. 1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other document submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12. Annual Performance R ports
Permittees who own or operate facilities that primarily collect or treat municipal or domestic wastewater and have
an average annual flow greater than 200,000 gallons per day shall provide an annual report to the Permit Issuing
Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1C). The report shall summarize the
performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the facility was compliant with
applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The report shall be provided no
later than sixty days aftJr the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which annual period is used for
evaluation.
The report shall be sent to:
NC DENR'/ Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
ATTENTION: Central Files
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, Nbrth Carolina 27699-1617
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.1(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Pennittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be ,required to
detennine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in DischarlZes of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 img/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definition] I in Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Indirect Discharge or Industrial User
Any non -domestic source that discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(I 1)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of t �e POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
causes or contributes to a violation of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
compliance with specified applicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the POTW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
discharges from other sources, causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(23)]
Publicly Owned Treatment Works (POTW)
A treatment works as defined by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
This definition includes any devices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
sewage or industrial wastes f a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
.0402, only if it conveys wastewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
organization, or municipality, as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
to and the discharges from such a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
treatment plant or the owner of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
POTW may be referred to as a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
"Significant Industrial User" or "SIU"
An Industrial User that discharges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average of 25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
noncontact cooling and boiler blowdown wastewaters); or
2. Contributes process wastewater which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
flow limit or organic capacity of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
4. Is designated as such bythe Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
affecting the POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
limitations and conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
5. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraphs! 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
POTW's operation or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
conditions in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
Significant Industrial User (SIU); or
6. Subject to approval under 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
the criteria in paragraph 3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
non -significant categorical Industrial User.
Section B. Publicly Owne� Treatment Works (POTWs)
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the pen -nit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW may be present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
c. The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effluent requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
supplement the requirements of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
the Permittee with all applicable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
some or all of the industries discharging to the municipal system.
4. The Permittee shall require any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
Standards developed unI4er Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
specific local limits, best management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
any Significant Industrial User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
Pretreatment Program or, as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
required under section D below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
5. This permit shall be modified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
Pretreatment Program or to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
as required under Section 402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
approved State pretreatment program, as appropriate.
Section D. Pretreatment Programs
Under authority of sections 307 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General State 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatm nt program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program submission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implementation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part lI or Part IV
of this permit are as defined 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
1. Sewer Use Ordinance (SUO)
The Permittee shall maintain adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(32), .0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
2. Industrial Waste Surva(IWS)
The Permittee shall imp ement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
treatment plant, as requtd by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
including identification of all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
of pollutants contributed to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
meeting the definition of SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
IWS for the Permittee shall address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
satellite service areas is administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
Permittee shall submit a summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
required by the Division The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
paragraph C.2.c. of this Part. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall implement a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
be used in a wastewater treatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
local limits. Effluent data from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(16), .0906(b)(3) and .0905]
4. Headworks Analysis (HWA) and Local Limits
The Permittee shall obtain Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit to the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or documentation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(a) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment_ Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403,3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
:0906(b)(4)]
5. Industrial User Pretreatment Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
hi accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, the Permittee shall issue to all Significant Industrial Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Pernittee's collection system or treatment works. 'These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols; reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the' installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements; The
Permittee shall maintain a current AllocationTable (AT) which summarizes the results of the HWA, and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917,• 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 14.3-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtQ
The. Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of anypretreatment facility. Prior to the. issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
2.15.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring of their IUs
The Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent, of'information supplied by Industrial Users,,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .09.08(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SlUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reporting
The Pennittee shall require all Industrial' Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2) and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee, shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.),, prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909,, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the Enforcement Response
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Pennittee shall reportto the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02H .0004 (b) may be required to submit a.
partial annual report, or to meet with Division personnel periodically to ,discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shallsubmit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following
address:
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NC DENR l Division of Water Resources / Water Quality Permitting Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
16.17 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be stibmitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following;
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure, compliance with pretreatment, requirements;.
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non-Coappliance Report (SNCR)
A list of Industrial Users (Tits) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Suirnmary Forms IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (STUs). These.
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
lUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
1.1. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Program records as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13. Pretreatment Program Resources'
The Permittee shall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [ 15A NCAC 02H
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Prog_rains
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (S1Us), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 403:.18, 15 NCAC. 02H .0114 and 15A NCAC 02H .0907.
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Governor
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
May 30, 2017
Janice Ridling, V.P.
VZ Top Mountain Villas
Condominium I Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd, Ste. 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
VZ Top HOA WWTP
Permit No: NCO037711
Macon County
Dear Ms. Ridling:
On May 18, 2017, I conducted a Compliance Evaluation Inspection of the Individual NPDES
Discharge Permit that serves the VZ, Top HOA WWTP. This inspection was conducted to review
the facility in relation to the most recent permit renewal request. Based on records reviewed and
the on -site evaluation, the system was determined to be in compliance with Permit No.
NCO037711. While the system is showing signs of age, it appears to be well operated and
maintained.
The assistance of the ORC, Brandon Buchanan, was greatly appreciated. Please refer to the
enclosed inspection report for additional observations and recommendations. If there are any
questions or additional information is needed, please -feel free to contact me at 828-296-4500 or
by email at [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Mikal Willmer
Environmental Specialist
Asheville Regional Office
Enclosure: Inspection Report
Permitting by Regulation: Deemed Collection System Regulations
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
2090 U.S. 70 Highway, Swannanoa, NC 28778
828-296-4500

cc: Brandon Buchanon, ORC
MSC 1617-Central Files
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C.20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
2 15 I 3 I NCO037711 111 12 17/05/17 17 18 L I 19 (� I 201 I
21111111 1111111111111111111 1,11111 11111111111 f6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA -----Reserved--------
67 70L_71it—I72 LNJ 73 174 75I III I I I
80
Section B: FacilityData
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
09:50AM 17/05/17
12/11/01
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Hudson Rd NCSR 1616
Highlands NC 28741
10:40AM 17/05/17
17/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bland O'Conner,PO Box 1709 Highlands NC 28741BB28-526-3021/8285268027
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas`evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Self -Monitoring Program
Sludge Handling Disposal Pollution Prevention Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters,
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Mika[ Willmer J ARO WO//828-296-4686/
Signature of an g- em ntQ A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9=94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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yr/mo/day Inspection Type
12 17/05/17 17 18 I c I
(Cont.)
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Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Inspector, Mikal Willmer, with the Asheville Regional Office conducted a Compliance Evaluation
Inspection of the VZ Top VIUWTP on May 18, 2017. This inspection was conducted to review the facility
in relation to the recent permit renewal. ORC, Brandon Buchanan was on -site and assisted in the
inspection.
Overall the plant appeared to be operating in compliance with Permit No. NC0037711. This facility
receives little to no flow in the off season (October -April). During the summer months, the average flow
is 4000 to 5000 GPD. Solids are brought in from other facilities to reseed the WWTP at the beginning
of the season. There is obvious corrosion throughout the plant, but repairs are being made as needed.
The ORC states he has not seen structural integrity issues from corrosion. All diffusers were recently
replaced. Corroded return pipes were replaced with larger diameter PVC pipes.
The plant is in a densely forested area, which requires additional housekeeping and maintenance of the
facility. Pine needles were coating the surface of the clarifier at the time of the inspection. The ORC
has installed a cage over t�a dechlorination chamber to prevent the build-up of pine needles. The plant
would benefit from some form of cover or structure over the treatment units.
ORC reports they do not see major issues with W. VZ Top maintenance maintains the collection
system and lift stations forlthe community. The deemed permitted collection system regulations are
attached for your reference.
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Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Inspection Date:�05/17/2017 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? N ❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable ❑ ❑ ❑
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment: Brandon Buchanan. ORC, checks MLSS and DO regulariv. Per the ORC. MLSS is usually
1000-1500 mg/L. ORC reports they do not have grease related issues. VZ Top maintains
the collection system and lift stations for the facility. Bobby Jenkins, VZ Top Maintenance,
uses a grease digester in each of the lift stations to reduce and eliminate issues within the
collection system.
Permit
Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
❑.
N
❑
❑
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
N
❑
❑
❑
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
❑
0
❑
❑
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
N
❑
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❑
Comment: The digester and filter beds are not in use. VZ Top may remove the filter beds in the future.
Bar Screens
Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
❑
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
E
❑
❑
❑
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the unit in good condition?
N
❑
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Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
E ❑
❑
❑
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
❑ ❑
N
❑
Are the diffusers operational?
❑
❑
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Is the foam.the proper color for the treatment process?
❑ ❑
E
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Permit: NC00377111 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Inspection Date: 05117/2017 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Does the foam cover less han 25% of the basin's surface?
Is the DO level acceptable?
M ❑ ❑ ❑
❑ ❑ ❑
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1) e ❑ ❑ ❑
Comment: All diffusers have been replaced. Environmental Inc. is in the process of repairing one of the
blower motors. Replaced corroded return pipes with PVC pipes two years ago. Recently
fixed leak in air -line to diffusers. Blowers are set on timers. ORC tries to maintain DO below
3 mg/L.
Secondary Clarifier
Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
0
❑
❑
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Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
❑
❑
0
❑
Are weirs level?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of weir blockage?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
®
❑
❑
❑
Is scum removal adequate
❑
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Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
M❑
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Is the drive unit operational?
❑
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M
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Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
❑
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N
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
❑
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❑
Is the sludge blanket level iacceptable? (Approximately %4 of the sidewall depth)
N
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Comment:
Filtration (High Rate Tertiary)
Yes No NA NE
Type of operation:
Is the filter media present?i
❑
❑
M
❑
Is the filter surface free of clogging?
❑
❑
0
❑
Is the filter free of growth?
❑
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0
❑
Is the air scour operationall?
❑
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o
El
Is the scouring acceptable
❑
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M
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Is the clear well free of excessive solids and filter media?
❑
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®
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Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes No NA NE
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Permit: NCO037711
Inspection Date: 05/1712017
Owner -Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
M
❑
❑
❑
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
❑
❑
❑
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
M
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❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
❑
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M
Comment:
De -chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ? Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Is storage appropriate for cylinders? ❑ ❑ M ❑
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers? ❑ ❑ M ❑
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type? 0 ❑ ❑ ❑
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent
Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
0
❑
❑
❑
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
M
❑
❑
❑
Is the flow meter operational?
0
❑
❑
❑
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
❑
❑
0
❑
Comment: Flow was reading 2782 GPD at the time of the inspection. They generally receive about
4500 GPD during the summer. Meter is calibrated annually by Engineered Systems in
December. Environmental Inc. is looking to replace the Engineered Systems flow meter.
Effluent Pipe. _ . _
Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
❑ ❑
❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?.
❑ ❑
❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
❑ ❑
❑
Comment: Effluent pipe is located about an hour walk from the plant down the side of the mountain.
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Permit: N00037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association wWTP
I
Inspection Date: 05/17/2017 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flo proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
representative)?
Comment: Permit requires the collection of grab samples.
Standby Power
Is automatically activated tandby power available?
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
Is the generator tested under load?
Was generator tested & o ierational during the inspection?
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
0 ❑ ❑ ❑
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M ❑ ❑ ❑
Yes No NA NE
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❑ ❑ ® ❑
❑ ❑ ® ❑
❑ ❑
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power? ❑ ❑
Is the generator fuel level monitored? ❑ ❑
Comment: This facility does not have a stand-by power source. Diqester could be used as storage in
the event of a power failure. ORC believes they have adequate capacity and retention if the
power were to fail. Plant is designed for a flow of 28000 GPD. Currently only sees 4 to .5000
GPD during Deak season. Little to no flow in the off season (October-Aoril).
Aerobic Digester
Yes No NA NE
Is the capacity adequate?
❑
❑
M.
❑
Is the mixing adequate?
❑
❑
M
❑
Is the site free of excessive foaming in the tank?
❑
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M
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# Is the odor acceptable?
❑
❑
M
❑
# Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
❑
❑
M
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Comment The digester is not being used. ORC states there are very few
brought in from other facilities at the beginning of the season.
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Cantwell, Janet
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Hi Janet,
Please see the following explanations for missing visitations on 09/12/17-09/15/17.
There was no visitation to` "V -o b`ziP..N4 0-60 on 9/12/17-9/15/17 due to the aftermath
of high winds and heavy ran associated with Hurricane Irma. There were downed trees and power
lines
blocking the roads. Emergency service responders had roads blocked due to unsafe conditions.
There was a state of emergency declared by Governor Roy Cooper.
There was no visitation to Wildcat Cliffs WWTP NCO075612 on 9/12/17-9/15/17 due to the aftermath
of high winds and heavy rain associated with Hurricane Irma. There were downed trees and power
lines
blocking the roads. Emergency service responders had roads blocked due to unsafe conditions.
There was a state of emergency declared by Governor Roy Cooper.
Thank you,
Melissa
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Environmental, Inc. _
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Physical Address: 2675 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
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[phone], Fax [phone]
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Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
October 28, 2016
Ms. Janice O. Ridling, V.P.
VZ Top Mountain Villas
Condominium I Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd, Ste. 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
PAT MCCRORY
Governor
DONALD R. VAN DER VAART
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
Subject: Permit Renewal Application
Application No. NCO037711
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
Dear Ms. Ridling:
The Water Quality Permitting Section acknowledges receipt of your permit application and
supporting documentation received on October 03, 2016. The primary reviewer for this renewal
application is Brianna Young.
The primary reviewer will review your application, and she will contact you if additional
information is required to complete your permit renewal. Per G.S. 150B-3 your current permit
does not expire until permit decision on the application is made. Continuation of the current permit
is contingent on timely and sufficient application for renewal of the current permit.
Please respond in a timely manner to requests for additional information necessary to
complete the permit application. If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the
subject permit, please contact Brianna Young at 919-807-6369 or [e-mail].
cc: Central Files
NPDES
sr : evtu 4 RRE i .
Sincerely,
Wren Thedford
Wastewater Branch
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
919-807-6300
NOV = 7 2016
Water Quality Regiorlal OPewons
— AsheviBe Re' ionai Office

VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association Inc,
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
8550 United Plaza Blvd, Ste.1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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October 21,016
Ms. Wren Thedford
NCDENR/DWQ/Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Services Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: VZ Top
NPDES Permit #NC0037711
Ms. Thedford:
We request a renewal of the NPDES Permit for VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
Please find enclosed the NPDES application Form D, Sludge Management Plan and topographical map
for VZ Top. There have been no changes since the last permit renewal
If you have any questions, please call Janice Ridling at 205-613-9672.
Sincerely,
J ice O. Ridling
Board Member
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.

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01DES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. DENR / Division of Water Resources / NPDES Program
1617 Mail Service Center; Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
t
NPDES Permit 000037711
If you are completing this form in computer use tyre TAB key or the up - down arrows to move from one
field to the next. To check the boxes, click your mortse on top of the box Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium Association Inc.
Facility Name VZ Top Homeowners Association, WWTP-
Mailing Address 8550 United Plaza Blvd Suite 1001
City Baton Rouge RECEIVEDINCDEC6/[jk[VR
State / Zip Code LA / 70809 n r r
7 2016
Telephone Number ( ) i c h / b'YabC'-)uality
Fax Number ( ) Permitting Section
e-mail Address
2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above ❑
Street Address or State Road 850 Hudson
City Highlands
State / Zip Code NC / 28741
County Macon
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, public
organization or other e
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or
Name
Environmental, Inc
Mailing Address
PO BOX 954
City
Cullowhee
State / Zip Code
NC / 28723
Telephone Number
[phone]
Fax Number
[phone]
e-mail Address
Environmentalinc@aol
that operates the facility. (Note that this is not
1 of 4 Form-D 912013

*DES APPLICATION - FORM D •
For privately -owned treatment systems treating 1000/9 domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
4. Description of wastewater: Domestic Wa:
Fadlity Generatiaa Wastewater(check all t
Industrial
❑
Number of Ern
Commercial
❑
Number of Em
Residential
Number of Ho:
School
❑
Number of Stu
Other
❑
.Explain:
Describe the sources) of wastewater (example:
restaurants, etc.):
Condominium
Number of persons served: 83
S. Type of collection system
® Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points
Outfall Identification number(s) 001
Is the outfall equipped with a diffuser?
7. Name of receiving stream(s) LREW appH
outfalir
Brooks Creek in the Savannah River Basin
s. Frequency of Discharge: ® Continuous
If intermittent -
Days per week discharge occurs:
appiyr
9. Describe the treatment system . E
List all installed components, including capacities, F
phosphorus. If the space provided is not sufficient,?
separate sheet of Paper:
VZ TOP HOA W WTP is an existing 0.028 mgd e,
treatment system consisting of:
• Aeration Basin
Final, Clarification with sludge retus
• Dual filter beds
• Sludge holding
40
mobile home park, shopping centers,
(storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
❑ No
Provide a map showing the exact location of each
❑ Intermittent
Duration:
rovide design removal f r BOD, TSS, nitrogen ;and
attach the description ofcthe treatment system' in a
ztended aeration tertiary type wastewater,
2 of 4 ! Form-D 912013

• DES APP]
For privately -owned treatment systems
Chlorination
• Dechlorination
• Flow measuring and recording
The facility is- located southwest of Highlaa
WWTP off of NCSR 1616 in Macon County..
30 mgl monthly and 45 mgl daily and no lb
IN - FORM D is
100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
at VZ Top Homeowners Association, Inc
;sign removal for BOD and TSS is listed as
s for Nitrogen and Phosphorus removal.
3 of 4 Form-D 912013

ODES APPI
For privately -owned treatment systems
N-FORM D 10
100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Mut Design flow
Annual Average daffy flow 0.0030 MG'.
maximum daily flow 0.0070 MGD (for
(for the previous 3 years)
previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes ® No
12. Effluent Data
1VE W APPP SCE7IVT3a Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab
samples, for all other parameters 24-hour composite sarriling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported,
report daily maximum. and monthly auerage. If only one4nalysis is reported; report as daily maximum.
RENEWAL AFP&I : .Provide the highest single reading (Daily Maximum) and Monthly Average over
fha, nncf _RFi mnnfhc fnr parameters currentlu in uout' hermit. Mark other parameters 'NIA".
- - - parameter
Daily
maximum
Monthly
Averaige
Units of
Measurement
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
23.2 ;
14.7
mg/L
Fecal Coliform
164
114.5
mi
Total Suspended Solids
57.0
29.1
mg/L
Temperature (Summer)
25.7
24.6
c
Temperature (Winter)
20.7
16.0
c
pH
7.8
7.6
units
13. List all permits, construction approvals and./or applications:
Type Permit Number Type Permit Dumber
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) NFSHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocrean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES NCO037711 Dtedge or fill (Section 404 or CWA)
PSD (CAA) Other
Non attainment program (CAA)
1
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I certify that I am familiar with the informat$on contained in the application and that to the
best of my knowledge and belief such informmaattaon is true, complete, and accurate.
P ted name of Person Signing U j Title
ti I ature of Applicant Date
N i Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement representation, or certification in any
application, record, report, plan, or other document files or required to bemaintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, orknowingly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that Article, shall be
guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed $25,000, or by imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001
provides a punishment by a fine of not more than $25,000 or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar offense.)
4 of 4 Form-D 9/2013

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Sludge Management Plan
October 12, 2016
NPDES Permit 000037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
8550 United Plaza Blvd, Suite 1001 '
Baton Rouge
IA / 70809 -
VZ Top Mountain Was Condominium Association, Inc
Sludge is .pumped out of the digester and
a licensed septage management firm.
The solids are disposed of at a local mun
Signature: AVIL
Mark Teague, Environmental, Mc.
Contract Operational Firm
The solids are pumped and hauled by
facility.

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Pat McCrory Donald R, van der Vaart
Governor Secretary
January 14, 2015
.Mr. Michael Rosenberg
V Z Top Mountain Villas Condominium Association Inc.
8550 United Plaza Boulevard, Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2015-LV-0009
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
Dear Mr. Rosenberg:
A review of VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for June 2014 showed
the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Limit Value
Reported Value
Limit Type
Solids, Total Suspended -
Concentration
06/17/2014
45.000 mg/I
57.000 mg/I
Daily Maximum
Exceeded
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in
fact it should have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Resources may
pursue enforcement action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any
questions, please do not hesitate to contact Janet Cantwell or me at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
G. Landon Davidson, P.G., Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations, NCDENR
Asheville Regional Office
�ccllN�[As0157vllle Files
MSC 1617-Central Files -Basement
Environmental Inc./ ORC
G:1WR\WQWaconlWastewaterlMinors\VZ Top 37711 tNOV-2015-LV-0009.doc
Water Quality Regional Operations — Asheville Regional Office
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://portal,ncdenr.org/web/wq
An Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action Employer

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Pat McCrory Thomas A. Reeder John E. Skvarla, III
Governor Acting Director Secretary
July 24, 2013
Mr. Mike Rosenburg, President
VZ Top Mountain Villas
Condominium I Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd.; Suite 1001;
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
VZ Top HOA WWTP
Permit No: NCO037711
Macon County
Dear Mr. Rosenburg:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the inspection
conducted on June 26, 2013. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit NCO037711.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4662.
Sincerely,
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Mark Teague, ORC, Env. Inc.
Central Files
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SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One
2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 NorthCarolina
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] fs n
Internet: www.nrwaterquality.org Naturally
An Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer f� i/

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
Washington, D.C. 20460
EPA
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 NI 2 15 I 31 NCO037711 111 121 13/06/26 117 181 C1 19I S I 20IU
Remarks
211111111111111111111111111111 1111111111111111 1 Li6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 CIA --------------- —---------- Reserved----------------
67 I 1.0 169 70 71 U 721 N I 73 I I 174 751 I I I I I 1-1 80
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
01:15 PM 13/06/26
12/11/01
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Hudson Rd NCSR 1616
Highlands NC 28741
01:45 PM 13/06/26
17/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Mark Fredrick Teague/ORC/828-293-9396/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bland O'Conner,PO Box 1709 Highlands NC 28741H828-526-3021/8285268027 No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit M Operations & Maintenance N Records/Reports Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296--4500 Ext.46/6622/
/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
<��lL21VII
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
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NPDES
yr/mo/day
3I NCO037711 I11 12I 13/06/26 I17
Inspection Type
18I CI
(cont.)
Section D: Summa'ry of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
FACILITY DESCRIPTION:
The VZ Top HOA WW IP is a Class II facility rated as a 0.028 MGD extended aeration WWTP with:
0.028 MGD extended aeration WWTP with:
manual bar screen;
aeration basin;
rectangular clarifier with sludge return;
dual tertiary filters,
aerobic digestor;
tablet chlorinator;
chlorine contact chamber;
tablet dechlorinator;
post aeration; and
ultrasonic flow measuring & recording.
Development: Consists of 40 condominiums/flats at VZ Top and 1 home & 12 lots at Rainwater
Development, serving a total seasonal population of 83.
Collection System: 1 lit station -- with each flat having a grinder pump.
INSPECTION / LOG:
The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events, process
control and field testing data.
i
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY:
The flow meter was last calibrated on 12-20-2012.
Mr. Mark Teaque, ORC, assisted in the inspection and appears to be operating and maintaining the
facility very well.
The effluent was clear and appeared to be in compliance with permit limits.
Responsible official:
Mike Rosenburg, President
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd.; Suite 1001;
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
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Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Inspection Date: 06/26/2013 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
n
n
■
n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
n
n
n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
n
■
n
n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
n
n
n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
■
n
n
❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■
n
n
n
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Yes
No
NA
NE
OQI V%1V OU"-7
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
■
n
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
■
n
n
n
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
■
n
n
n
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
■
n
00
Is the unit in good condition?
■
n
00
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext. Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
■
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
n
■
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
■
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
❑
❑
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Page # 3

Permit: NCO037711
Inspection Date: 06/26/2013
Owner - Facility:
Inspection Type:
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Comment:
i
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and
dorous wastewater?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buil
up of solids in center well of circular,clarifier?
❑
n
■
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Are weirs level?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage
!
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
i
■
n
n
n
Is scum removal adequate?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive floa
ing sludge?
■
n
n
n
Is the drive unit operational?
n
n
■
n
Is the return rate acceptable (low
turbulence)?
■
n
n
n
Is the overflow clear of excessiv
solids/pin floc?
■
n
n
n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable?
(Approximately '/< of the sidewall depth)
■
n
n
Comment:
Disinfection -Tablet
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operation
I?
■
n
n
n
Are the tablets the proper size aid
type?
■
n
n
n
Number of tubes in use?
I
4
Is the level of chlorine residual a
ceptable?
■
n
n
n
Is the contact chamber free of growth,
or sludge buildup?
■
n
n
n
Is there chlorine residual prior to
de -chlorination?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
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De -chlorination
I
Yes No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to c
P P
lorine amount 1 to 1
( )� I
n
❑
■
n
Is storage appropriate for cylind
rs?
n
❑
■
n
# Is de -chlorination substance st
red away from chlorine containers?
n
n
■
n
Comment:
i
Are the tablets the proper size ar
d type?
■
n
00
Are tablet de -chlorinators operati
nal?
■
❑
❑
Page
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Permit: NC0037711
Inspection Date: 06/26/2013
De -chlorination
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Owner -Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWfP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Yes No NA NE
Page # 5

Facility information
NPDES permit #: NC0037711 Macon County
Facility name: VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I
Association, Inc. -
VZ Top HOA WWTP
Classification:
WWTP type: 0.028 MGD extended aeration WWTP with:
manual bar screen;
aeration basin;
rectangular clarifier with sludge return;
dual tertiary filters;
aerobic digestor;
tablet chlorinator;
chlorine contact chamber;
tablet dechlorinator;
post aeration; and
ultrasonic flow measuring & recording.
Development: Consists of 40 condominiums/flats at VZ Top and
1 home & 12 lots at Rainwater Development,
serving a total seasonal population of 83.
Collection System: 1 lift station — each flat has a grinder pump
WWTP location: 850 Hudson Road; Highlands, NC 28741;
off NCSR 1616, southwest of Highlands;
Responsible official: Mike Rosenburg, President
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I
Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd.; Suite 1001;
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Fredericka Flynt — former contact
VZ Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
2216 Cumming Rd; Augusta, GA 30904

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Local contact: Bland O'Conner
VZ Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
PO Box 1709; Highlands, NC 28741
Phone numbers
225-408-4422 fax Mike Rosenburg — HOA Pres — (Baton Rouge)
(email: [e-mail])
828-526-3021 Bobby Jenkins ( & Benjie) yr-round on -site maint.
828-506-9450 Mark Teague - cell
1-800-213-4035 Env. Inc. — office - toll -free
828-293-9396 Mark Teague - office — Env. Inc.
828-293-1206 Env. Inc. - fax
Operator information
ORC/contractor: Environmental Inc. — contract operations & labs
Mailing address: PO Box 954; Cullowhee, NC 28723
Location address: 5690 Old Cullowhee Road; Cullowhee, NC 28723
Email: [e-mail]
Operator:
ORC: Mark Teague — WW II — Cert. # 10920
BU ORC: Alex Templeton — WW IV — Cert. # 995198
Brandon Keith Buchanan — WW I — Cert. # 995390
Permit information
Date issued: 11-1-2012
Expiration date: 8-31-2017
Stream information
Stream:
River basin:
Sub -basin:
Quad:
Stream classification:
Instream Waste Conc.:
Average flow 7Q10:
Summer cfs:
Winter cfs:
Other information
Directions:
Brooks Creek
Savannah River Basin
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Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Chuck Wakild, P.E. Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
September 18, 2012
Michael Rosenberg, President
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Boulevard
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit
NCO037711 - Class 2
VZ Top HOA WWTP
850 Hudson Road, Highlands 28741
Macon County
Dear Mr. Rosenberg:
The Division of Water Quality (the Division or DWQ) hereby issues the attached NPDES permit for
the subject facility. We issue this permit pursuant to the requirements of North Carolina General
Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement between North Carolina and the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency dated October 15, 2007, or as subsequently amended.
Changes to Your Permit. We understand you have made no significant changes to your WWTP
facilities since last renewal. We have therefore made only minimal changes to your previous permit by
updating your facility description and map, and adding parameters codes to the monitoring table for
your convenience [see Supplement to Cover Sheet and permit Section A. (1)]. Lastly, we have
removed the parameter Dissolved Oxygen [code 00300], inappropriately included in your permit draft.
If any parts, measurement frequencies, or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing, upon written request submitted within
thirty (30) days after receiving this letter. Your request must take the form of a written petition
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and you must file it with the
office of Administrative Hearings, 6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714.
Unless such a demand is made, this permit shall be final and binding.
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org
An Equal Opportunity 1 Affirmative Action Employer
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This permit is not transferable except after notifying the Division of Water Quality. The Division may
require permit modification, or revocation and re -issuance. Please note that this permit does not affect
your legal obligation to obtain other permits required by the Division of Water Quality, the Division of
Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act, or other federal or local governments.
If you have questions, or if we can assist you further, please contact Joe R. Corporon, L.G. at
[[e-mail]] or call [phone].
7 ctfully,
Charles Wakild, P.E.
Enclosure: NPDES Permit NCO037711 (FINAL)
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,;North Carolina 27699-1617
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Internet: wvvw.ncwaterquality.org
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
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TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
(NPDES)
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, the
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
VZ Top Homeowners Association (HOA) WWTP
850 Hudson Road, Highlands
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as Brooks Creek in the Savannah River Basin in accordance with
effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts I, H, III and IV
hereof.
This permit shall become effective November 1, 2012.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 2017.
Signed this day September 18, 2012.
ChVjWWakild, P.E., Director
D' ision of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

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Permit NC0037711
SUPPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
All previous NPDES Permits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this permit issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions, requirements, terms, and provisions included herein.
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I' Association, Inc.
is hereby authorized to:
1. continue to operate an existing 0.028 MGD extended aeration, tertiary -type wastewater treatment
system utilizing;
- . • aeration basin
• final clarifier with sludge return
• dual (2) filter beds
• sludge holding tank
• chlorinator
• dechlorinator
• flow measuring and recording,
located at the VZ Top HOA WWTP, 850 Hudson Road, Highlands, Macon County, and
2. discharge from said treatment works via Outfall 001, at the location specified on the attached map,
into Brooks Creek [Stream Segment 3-10-2-3], a waterbody currently classified B-Trout within
Subbasin 03-13-01 of the Savannah River Basin.

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State Grid/USGS Quad: 06SW /Highlands, NC Receiving Stream:
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River Basin: Savannah River Basin Stream Class:
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Permit NCO037711
Macon County

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A. (L) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from Outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored
by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
(Parameter Codes)
LEVHTS
MONITORING REQUIRE1VI NTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum.
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
$ample .
Location
Flow
50050
0.028 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) 1
50060
28 µg/L 1
2/ Week
Grab
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(April 1 — October 31)
C0610
11.8 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(November 1 —March 31)
C0610
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
200/100 nil
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 or > 9.0 s. u.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnote:
1. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50µg/L to be compliant with the permit.
However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit all values reported by North -Carolina certified
test methods (including field certified), even if these values fall below 50 µg/l.
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PART II
STANDARD CONDITIONS FOR NPDES PERMITS
Section A. Definitions
2/Month
Samples are collected twice per month with at least ten calendar days between sampling events. These samples shall be
representative of the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
3/Week
Samples are collected three times per week on three separate calendar days. These samples shall be representative of
the wastewater discharged during the sample period.
Act or "the Act"
The Federal Water Pollution Control Act, also known as the Clean Water Act (CWA), as amended, 33 USC 1251, et.
seq.
Annual Average
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar year. In the case of fecal
coliform, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Arithmetic Mean
The summation of the individual values divided by the number of individual values.
Bypass
The known diversion of waste streams from any portion of a treatment facility including the collection system, which is
not a designed or established or operating mode for the facility.
Calendar Day
The period from midnight of one day until midnight of the next day. However, for purposes of this permit, any
consecutive 24-hour period that reasonably represents the calendar day may be used for sampling.
Calendar Week
The period from Sunday through the following Saturday.
Calendar Quarter
One of the following distinct periods: January through March, April through June, July through September, and
October through December.
Composite Sample
A sample collected over a 24-hour period by continuous sampling or combining grab samples of at least 100 mL in
such a manner as to result in a total sample representative of the wastewater discharge during the sample period. The
Director may designate the most appropriate method (specific number and size of aliquots necessary, the time interval
between grab samples, etc.) on a case -by -case basis. Samples may be collected manually or automatically. Composite
samples may be obtained by the following methods:
(1) Continuous: a single, continuous sample collected over a 24-hour period proportional to the rate of flow.
(2) Constant time/variable volume: a series of grab samples collected at equal time intervals over a 24 hour period
of discharge and combined proportional to the rate of flow measured at the time of individual sample
collection, or
(3) Variable time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24 hour period with
the time intervals between samples determined by a preset number of gallons passing the sampling point. Flow
measurement between sample intervals shall be determined by use of a flow recorder and totalizer, and the
preset gallon interval between sample collection fixed at no greater than 1/24 of the expected total daily flow at
the treatment system, or
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(4) Constant time/constant volume: a series of grab samples of equal volume collected over a 24-hour period at a
constant time interval. Use of this method requires prior approval by the Director. This method may only be
used in situations were effluent flow rates vary less than 15 percent. The following restrictions also apply:
➢ Influent and effluent grab samples shall be of equal size and of no less than 100 milliliters
➢ Influent sample shall not be collected more than once per hour.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time < 24 hours shall collect effluent grab
samples at intervals of no greater than 20 minutes apart during any 24-hour period.
➢ Permittees with wastewater treatment systems whose detention time exceeds 24 hours shall collect effluent
grab samples at least every six hours; there must be a minimum of four samples during a 24-hour sampling
period.
Flow monitoring that occurs without interruption throughout the operating hours of the facility. Flow shall be
monitored continually except for the infrequent times when there may be no flow or for infrequent maintenance
activities on the flow device
Daily Discharge
The discharge of a pollutant measured during a calendar day or any 24-hour period that reasonably represents the
calendar day for purposes o sampling. For pollutants measured in units of mass, the "daily discharge" is calculated as
the total mass of the polluta t discharged over the day. For pollutants expressed in other units of measurement, the
"daily discharge" is calculated as the average measurement of the pollutant over the day. (40 CFR 122.2; see also
"Composite Sample," above.)
Daily Maximum
The highest "daily discharge" during the calendar month.
Daily SaMpling
Parameters requiring daily sampling shall be sampled 5 out of every 7 days per week unless otherwise specified in the
permit. Sampling shall be conducted on weekdays except where holidays or other disruptions of normal operations
prevent weekday sampling. If sampling is required for all seven days of the week for any permit parameter(s), that
requirement will be so noted on the Effluent Limitations and Monitoring Page(s).
DWQ or "the Division"
The Division of Water Qual ty, Department of Environment and Natural Resources.
Effluent
Wastewater discharged following all treatment processes from a water pollution control facility or other point source
whether treated or untreated
EMC
The North Carolina Environmental Management Commission
EPA
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
Facility Closure
Cessation of all activities that require coverage under this NPDES permit. Completion of facility closure will allow this
permit to be rescinded.
Geometric Mean
The Nth root of the product of the individual values where N = the number of individual values. For purposes of
calculating the geometric man, values of `°0" (or "< [detection level]") shall be considered = 1.
Grab Sample
Individual samples of at lea t 100 nil, collected over a period of time not exceeding 15 minutes. Grab samples can be
collected manually. Grab samples must be representative of the discharge (or the receiving stream, for instream
samples).
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Hazardous Substance
Any substance designated under 40 CFR Part 116 pursuant to Section 311 of the CWA.
Instantaneous flow measurement
The flow measured during the minimum time required for the flow measuring device or method to produce a result in
that instance. To the extent practical, instantaneous flow measurements coincide with the collection of any grab
samples required for the same sampling period so that together the samples and flow are representative of the discharge
during that sampling period.
Monthly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar month. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Permit Issuing Authority
The Director of the Division of Water Quality.
Quarterly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean. of all samples taken over a calendar quarter.
Severe property damage
Substantial physical damage to property, damage to the treatment facilities which causes them to become inoperable, or
substantial and permanent loss of natural resources which can reasonably be expected to occur in the absence of a
bypass. Severe property damage excludes economic loss caused by delays in production.
Toxic Pollutant:
Any pollutant listed as toxic under Section 307(a)(1) of the CWA.
Upset
An incident beyond the reasonable control of the Permittee causing unintentional and temporary noncompliance with
permit effluent limitations and/or monitoring requirements. An upset does not include noncompliance caused by
operational error, improperly designed treatment facilities, inadequate treatment facilities, lack of preventive
maintenance, or careless or improper operation.
Weekly Average (concentration limit)
The arithmetic mean of all "daily discharges" of a pollutant measured during the calendar week. In the case of fecal
coliform or other bacterial parameters or indicators, the geometric mean of such discharges.
Section B. General Conditions
1. Duty to Comply
The Permittee must comply with all conditions of this permit. Any permit noncompliance constitutes a violation of
the CWA and is grounds for enforcement action; for permit termination, revocation and reissuance or
modification; or denial of a permit renewal application [40 CFR 122.41].
a. The Permittee shall comply with effluent standards or prohibitions established under section 307(a) of the
CWA for toxic pollutants and with standards for sewage sludge use or disposal established under section
405(d) of the CWA within the time provided in the regulations that establish these standards or prohibitions or
standards for sewage sludge use or disposal, even if the permit has not yet,been modified to incorporate the
requirement.
b. The CWA provides that any person who violates section[s] 301, 302, 306,,307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or
any permit condition or limitation implementing any such sections in a permit issued under section 402, or any
requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under sections 4,02(a)(3) or 402(b)(8) of the Act, is
subject to a civil penalty not to exceed $37,500 per day for each violation. '[33 USC 1319(d) and 40 CFR
122.41(a)(2)]
c. The CWA provides that any person who negligently violates sections 301,1302, 306, 307, 308, 318, or 405 of
the Act, or any condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402
of the Act, or any requirement imposed in a pretreatment program approved under section 402(a)(3) or
402(b)(8) of the Act, is subject to criminal penalties of $2,506 to $25,000 per day of violation;nor
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imprisonment of no l more than 1 year, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a negligent
violation, a persons all be subject to criminal penalties of not more than. $50,000 per day of violation, or by
imprisonment of not more than 2 years, or both. [33 USC 1319(c)(1) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
d. Any person who kn�wingly violates such sections, or such conditions or limitations is subject to criminal
penalties of $5,000 to $50,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment for not more than 3 years, or both. In the
case of a second or $ubsequent conviction for a knowing violation, a person shall be subject to criminal
penalties of not more than $100,000 per day of violation, or imprisonment of not more than 6 years, or both.
[33 USC 1319(c)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
e. Any person who knowingly violates section 301, 302, 303, 306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of the Act, or any permit
condition or limitation implementing any of such sections in a permit issued under section 402 of the Act, and
who knows at that ti''me that he thereby places another person in imminent danger of death or serious bodily
injury, shall, upon conviction, be subject to a fine of not more than $250,000 or imprisonment of not more than
15 years, or both. In the case of a second or subsequent conviction for a knowing endangerment violation, a
person shall be subject to a fine of not more than $500,000 or by imprisonment of not more than 30 years, or
both. An organization, as defined in section 309(c)(3)(B)(iii) of the CWA, shall, upon conviction of violating
the imminent danger provision, be subject to a fine of not more than $1,000,000 and can be fined up to
$2,000,000 for seco� d or subsequent convictions. [40 CFR 122.41(a)(2)]
f. Under state law, a c vil penalty of not more than $25,000 per violation may be assessed against any person
who violates or fails to act in accordance with the terms, conditions, or requirements of a permit. [North
Carolina General Statutes § 143-215.6A]
g. Any person may be assessed an administrative penalty by the Administrator for violating section 301, 302,
306, 307, 308, 318 or 405 of this Act, or any permit condition or limitation implementing any of such sections
in a permit issued under section 402 of this Act. Administrative penalties for Class I violations are not to
exceed $16,000 per violation, with the maximum amount of any Class I penalty assessed not to exceed
$37,500. Penalties for Class 1I violations are not to exceed $16,000 per day for each day during which the
violation continues, with the maximum amount of any Class 11 penalty not to exceed $177,500. [33 USC
1319(g)(2) and 40 CFR 122.41(a)(3)]
2. Duly to Mitigate
The Permittee shall take all reasonable steps to minimize or prevent any discharge or sludge use or disposal in
violation of this permit with a reasonable likelihood of adversely affecting human health or the environment [40
CFR 122.41(d)].
3. Civil and Criminal Liability
Except as provided in permit conditions on 'Bypassing" (Part H.C.4), "Upsets" (Part ILC.5) and "Power Failures"
(Part H.C.7), nothing in this permit shall be construed to relieve the Permittee from any responsibilities, liabilities,
or penalties for noncompliance pursuant to NCGS 143-215.3, 143-215.6 or Section 309 of the Federal Act, 33 USC
1319. Furthermore, the I�ermittee is responsible for consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the
responsibility for effective compliance maybe temporarily suspended.
4. Oil and Hazardous Substance Liability
Nothing in this permit shall be construed to preclude the institution of any legal action or relieve the Permittee
from any responsibilitie$, liabilities, or penalties to which the Permittee is or may be subject to under NCGS 143-
215.75 et seq. or Section 311 of the Federal Act, 33 USG 1321. Furthermore, the Permittee is responsible for
consequential damages, such as fish kills, even though the responsibility for effective compliance may be
temporarily suspended.
5. Property Rights
The issuance of this penhit does not convey any property rights in either real or personal property, or any exclusive
privileges, nor does it authorize any injury to private property or any invasion of personal rights, nor any
infringement of Federal, State or local laws or regulations [40 CFR 122.41(g)].
6. Onshore or Offshore Construction
This permit does not aut�orize or approve the construction of any onshore or offshore physical structures or
facilities or the undertaking of any work in any navigable waters.
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7. Severability
The provisions of this permit are severable. If any provision of this permit, or the application of any provision of
this permit to any circumstances, is held invalid, the application of such provision to other circumstances, and the
remainder of this permit, shall not be affected thereby [NCGS 15013-23].
8. Duty to Provide Information
The Permittee shall furnish to the Permit Issuing Authority, within a reasonable time, any information which the
Permit Issuing Authority may request to determine whether cause exists for modifying, revoking and reissuing, or
terminating this permit or to determine compliance with this permit. The Permittee shall also furnish to the Permit
Issuing Authority upon request, copies of records required by this permit [40 CFR 122.41(h)].
9. Duty to Reapply
If the Permittee wishes to continue an activity regulated by this permit after the expiration date of this permit, the
Permittee must apply for and obtain a new permit [40 CFR 122.41(b)].
10. Expiration of Permit
The Permittee is not authorized to discharge after the expiration date. In order to receive automatic authorization to
discharge beyond the expiration date, the Permittee shall submit such information, forms, and fees as are required
by the agency authorized to issue permits no later than 180 days prior to the expiration date unless permission for a
later date has been granted by the Director. (The Director shall not grant permission for applications to be
submitted later than the expiration date of the existing permit.) [40 CFR 122.211(d)] Any Permittee that has not
requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, or any Permittee that does not have a permit after the
expiration and has not requested renewal at least 180 days prior to expiration, will subject the Permittee to
enforcement procedures as provided in NCGS 143-215.6 and 33 USC 1251 et. 'seq.
1.1. Signatory Requirements
All applications, reports, or information submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority shall be signed and certified [40
CFR 122.41(k)].
a. All permit applications shall be signed as follows:
(1) For a corporation: by a responsible corporate officer. For the purpose of this Section, a responsible
corporate officer means: (a) a president, secretary, treasurer or vice president of the corporation in charge
of a principal business function, or any other person who performs similar policy or decision making
functions for the corporation, or (b) the manager of one or more manufacturing, production, or operating
facilities, provided, the manager is authorized to make management decisions which govern the operation
of the regulated facility including having the explicit or implicit duty of making major capital investment
recommendations, and initiating and directing other comprehensive measures to assure long term
environmental compliance with environmental laws and regulations; the manager can ensure that the
necessary systems are established or actions taken to gather complete and accurate information for permit
application requirements; and where authority to sign documents has been assigned or delegated to the
manager in accordance with corporate procedures .
(2) For a partnership or sole proprietorship: by a general partner or the proprietor, respectively; or
(3) For a municipality, State, Federal, or other public agency: by either a principal executive officer or
ranking elected official [40 CFR 122.22].
b. All reports required by the permit and other information requested by the Permit Issuing Authority shall be
signed by a person described in paragraph a. above or by a duly authorized, representative of that person. A
person is a duly authorized representative only if:
(1) The authorization is made in writing by a person described above;
(2) The authorization specified either an individual or a position having responsibility for the overall operation
of the regulated facility or activity, such as the position of plant manager, operator of a well or well field,
superintendent, a position of equivalent responsibility, or an individual or position having overall
responsibility for environmental matters for the company. (A duly authorized representative may thus be
either a named individual or any individual occupying a named position.); and
(3) The written authorization is submitted to the Permit Issuing Authority.[40 CFR 122.22]
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c. Changes to authorization: If an authorization under paragraph (b) of this section is no longer accurate because
a different individual or position has responsibility for the overall operation of the facility, a new authorization
satisfying the requirements of paragraph (b) of this section must be submitted to the Director prior to or
together with any reports, information, or applications to be signed by an authorized representative [40 CFR
122.221
d. Certification. Any person signing a document under paragraphs a. or b. of this section shall make the following
certification [40 CFR 122.22]. NO OTHER STATEMENTS OF CERTIFICATION WILL BE ACCEPTED:
7 certify; under peni�lty of law, that this document and all attachments were prepared under my direction or
supervision in accordance with a system designed to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and
evaluate the inform tion submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system, or
those persons direc ly responsible for gathering the information, the information submitted is, to the best of my
knowledge and beli fI true, accurate, and complete. I am aware that there are significant penalties for
submitting false inf rmation, including the possibility offines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
12. Permit Actions
This permit may be modified, revoked and reissued, or terminated for cause. The filing of a request by the
Permittee for a permit modification, revocation and reissuance, or termination, or a notification of planned changes
or anticipated noncompliance does not stay any permit condition [40 CFR 122.41(f)].
13. Permit Modification Revocation and Reissuance or Termination
The issuance of this pe .t does not prohibit the permit issuing authority from reopening and modifying the permit,
revoking and reissuing t e permit, or terminating the permit as allowed by the laws, rules, and regulations
contained in Title 40, Ccide of Federal Regulations, Parts 122 and 123; Title 15A of the North Carolina
Administrative Code, Subchapter 02H .0100; and North Carolina General Statute 143.215.1 et. al.
14. Annual Administering aid Compliance Monitoring Fee Requirements
The Permittee must pay the annual administering and compliance monitoring fee within thirty days after being
billed by the Division. Failure to pay the fee in a timely manner in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0105(b)(2)
may cause this Division to initiate action to revoke the permit.
1. Certified Operator
Owners of classified wa er pollution control systems must designate operators, certified by the Water Pollution
Control System Operators Certification Commission (WPCSOCC), of the appropriate type and grade for the
system, and, for each classification must [T15A NCAC 08G .0201]:
a. designate one Operator In Responsible Charge (ORC) who possesses a valid certificate of the type and grade at
least equivalent to tie type and grade of the system;
b. designate one or more Back-up Operator(s) in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORCs) who possesses a valid
certificate of the type of the system and no more than one grade less than the grade of the system, with the
exception of no backup operator in responsible charge is required for systems whose minimum visitation
requirements are twice per year; and
c. submit a signed completed "Water Pollution Control System Operator Designation Form" to the Commission
(or to the local health department for owners of subsurface systems) countersigned by the designated certified
operators, designat h the Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and the Back-up Operator in Responsible
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Charge (Back-up ORC):
(1) 60 calendar days prior to wastewater or residuals being introduced into a new system; or
(2) within 120 calendar days following:
➢ receiving notification of a change in the classification of the system requiring the designation of a new
Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) and Back-up Operator in Responsible Charge (Back-up ORC)
of the prop r type and grade; or
➢ a vacancy i the position of Operator in Responsible Charge (ORC) or Back-up Operator in
Responsibl Charge (Back-up ORC).
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(3) within seven calendar days of vacancies in both ORC and Back-up ORC positions replacing or designating
at least one of the responsibilities.
The ORC of each Class I facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least weekly
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
The ORC of each Class II, III and IV facility (or the Back-up ORC, when acting as surrogate for the ORC) must:
➢ Visit the facility as often as is necessary to insure proper operation of the treatment system; the treatment
facility must be visited at least five days per week, excluding holidays
➢ Properly manage and document daily operation and maintenance of the facility
➢ Comply with all other conditions of 15A NCAC 08G .0204.
2. Proper Operation and Maintenance
The Permittee shall at all times properly operate and maintain all facilities and systems of treatment and control
(and related appurtenances) which are installed or used by the Permittee to achieve compliance with the conditions
of this permit. Proper operation and maintenance also includes adequate laboratory controls and appropriate quality
assurance procedures. This provision requires the Permittee to install and operate backup or auxiliary facilities only
when necessary to achieve compliance with the conditions of the permit [40 CFR 122.41(e)].
NOTE: Properly and officially designated operators are fully responsible for all proper operation and maintenance
of the facility, and all documentation required thereof, whether acting as a contract operator [subcontractor] or a
member of the Permittee's staff.
3. Need to Halt or Reduce not a Defense
It shall not be a defense for a Permittee in an enforcement action that it would have been necessary to halt or
reduce the permitted activity in order to maintain compliance with the condition of this permit [40 CFR 122.41(c)].
4. Bypassing of Treatment Facilities
a. Bypass not exceeding limitations [40 CFR 122.41(m)(2)]
The Permittee may allow any bypass to occur which does not cause effluent limitations to be exceeded, but
only if it also is for essential maintenance to assure efficient operation. These bypasses are not subject to the
provisions of Paragraphs b. and c. of this section.
b. Notice [40 CFR 122.41(m)(3)]
(1) Anticipated bypass. If the Permittee knows in advance of the need for a bypass, it shall submit prior notice,
if possible at least ten days before the date of the bypass; including an evaluation of the anticipated quality
and effect of the bypass.
(2) Unanticipated bypass. The Permittee shall submit notice of an unanticipated bypass as required in Part
II.E.6. (24-hour notice).
c. Prohibition of Bypass
(1) Bypass from the treatment facility is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for bypass, unless:
(A) Bypass was unavoidable to prevent loss of life, personal injury or severe property damage;
(B) There were no feasible alternatives to the bypass, such as the use of auxiliary treatment facilities,
retention of untreated wastes or maintenance during normal periods of equipment downtime. This
condition is not satisfied if adequate backup equipment should have been installed in the exercise of
reasonable engineering judgment to prevent a bypass which occurred during normal periods of
equipment downtime or preventive maintenance; and
(C) The Permittee submitted notices as required under Paragraph b. of this section.
(2) Bypass from the collection system is prohibited and the Permit Issuing Authority may take enforcement
action against a Permittee for a bypass as provided in any current or future system -wide collection system
permit associated with the treatment facility.
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the Permit
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5. Upsets
a. Effect of an upset [
noncompliance wit
this condition are n
caused by upset, ar
review.
Authority may approve an anticipated bypass, after considering its adverse effects, if
Authority determines that it will meet the three conditions listed above in Paragraph c.
) CFR 122.41(n)(2)1: An upset constitutes an affirmative defense to an action brought for
such technology based permit effluent limitations if the requirements of paragraph b. of
t. No determination made during administrative review of claims that noncompliance was
before an action for noncompliance, is final administrative action subject to judicial
b. Conditions necessa ', for a demonstration of upset: Any Permittee who wishes to establish the affirmative
defense of upset sh 111 demonstrate, through properly signed, contemporaneous operating logs, or other relevant
evidence that:
(1) An upset occurr d and that the Permittee can identify the cause(s) of the upset;
(2) The Permittee facility was at the time being properly operated; and
(3) The Permittee si bmitted notice of the upset as required in Part II.E.6.(b) of this permit.
(4) The Permittee complied mplied with any remedial measures required under Part II.B.2. of this permit.
c. Burden of proof [40 CFR 122.41(n)(4)]: The Permittee seeking to establish the occurrence of an upset has
the burden of proof in any enforcement proceeding.
Removed Substances
Solids, sludges, filter backwash, or other pollutants removed in the course of treatment or control of wastewaters
shall be utilized/disposed of in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1 and in a manner such as to prevent any pollutant
from such materials from entering waters of the State or navigable waters of the United States except as permitted
by the Commission. Th I
Permittee shall comply with all applicable state and Federal regulations governing the
disposal of sewage sludLcipal
including 40 CFR 503, Standards for the Use and Disposal of Sewage Sludge; 40 CFR
Part 258, Criteria For M-Solid Waste Landfills; and 15A NCAC Subchapter 2T, Waste Not Discharged To
Surface Waters. The Peim�ttee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority of any significant change in its sludge use
or disposal practices.
7. Power Failures
The Permittee is respon ible for maintaining adequate safeguards (as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0124) to
prevent the discharge o untreated or inadequately treated wastes during electrical power failures either by means
of alternate power sources, standby generators or retention of inadequately treated effluent.
Section D. Monitoring and Records
1. Representative Sampling
Samples collected and Measurements taken, as required herein, shall be representative of the permitted discharge.
Samples collected at a equency less than daily shall be taken on a day and time that is representative of the
discharge for the period the sample represents. All samples shall be taken at the monitoring points specified in this
permit and, unless otherwise specified, before the effluent joins or is diluted by any other wastestream, body of
water, or substance. Mo itoring points shall not be changed without notification to and the approval of the Permit
Issuing Authority [40 C,R 122.410)].
2. Reporting
Monitoring results obtai�aed during the previous month(s) shall be summarized for each month and reported on a
monthly Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) Form (MR 1, 1. 1, 2, 3) or alternative forms approved by the
Director, postmarked not later than the last calendar day of the month following the completed reporting period.
The first DMR is due o
facility, on the last day
and all other reports rec
the last day of the month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new
f the month following the commencement of discharge. Duplicate signed copies of these,
aired herein, shall be submitted to the following address:
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ATTENTION: Central Files
1611 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
3. Flow Measurements
Appropriate flow measurement devices and methods consistent with accepted scientific practices shall be selected
and used to ensure the accuracy and reliability of measurements of the volume of monitored discharges. The
devices shall be installed, calibrated and maintained to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent
with the accepted capability of that type of device. Devices selected shall be capable of measuring flows with a
maximum deviation of less than 10% from the true discharge rates throughout the range of expected discharge
volumes. Flow measurement devices shall be accurately calibrated at a minimum of once per year and maintained
to ensure that the accuracy of the measurements is consistent with the accepted, capability of that type of device.
The Director shall approve the flow measurement device and monitoring location prior to installation.
Once -through condenser cooling water flow monitored by pump logs, or pump hour meters as specified in Part I of
this permit and based on the manufacturer's pump curves shall not be subject to this requirement.
4. Test Procedures
Laboratories used for sample analysis must be certified by the Division. Permittees should contact the Division's
Laboratory Certification Section (919 733-3908 or http://portal.ncdenr.org/web/wq/lab/cert) for information
regarding laboratory certifications.
Facilities whose personnel are conducting testing of field -certified parameters only must hold the appropriate field
parameter laboratory certifications.
Test procedures for the analysis of pollutants shall conform to the EMC regulations (published pursuant to NCGS
143-215.63 et. seq.), the Water and Air Quality Reporting Acts, and to regulations published pursuant to Section
304(g), 33 USC 1314, of the CWA (as amended), and 40 CFR 136 or in the case of sludge use or disposal,
approved under 40 CFR 136, unless otherwise specified in 40 CFR 503, unless other test procedures have been
specified in this permit [40 CFR 122.41].
To meet the intent of the monitoring required by this permit, all test procedures must produce minimum detection
and reporting levels that are below the permit discharge requirements and all data generated must he reported down
to the minimum detection or lower reporting level of the procedure. If no approved methods are determined
capable of achieving minimum detection and reporting levels below permit discharge requirements; then the most
sensitive (method with the lowest possible detection and reporting level) approved method must be used.
5. Penalties for Tampering
The CWA provides that any person who falsifies, tampers with, or knowingly renders inaccurate, any monitoring
device or method required to be maintained under this permit shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not
more than $10,000 per violation, or by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both. If a
conviction of a person is for a violation committed after a first conviction of such person under this paragraph,
punishment is a fine of not more than $20,000 per day of violation, or by imprisonment of not more than 4 years,
or both [40 CFR 122.411.
6. Records Retention
Except for records of monitoring information required by this permit related to ;the Permittee's sewage sludge use
and disposal activities, which shall be retained for a period of at least five years (or longer as required by 40 CFR
503), the Permittee shall retain records of all monitoring information, including:
➢ all calibration and maintenance records
➢ all original strip chart recordings for continuous monitoring instrumentation
➢ copies of all reports required by this permit
➢ copies of all data used to complete the application for this permit
These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at least 3 years from the date of the sample,
measurement, report or application. This period may be extended by request of the Director at any time [40 CFR
122.41].
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7. Recording Results
For each measurement c
following information [�
a. The date, exact pla,
b. The individual(s) v
c. The date(s) analyse
d. The individual(s) v
e. The analytical tech
f. The results of such
8. Inspection and Entry
The Permittee shall alk
a representative of the ]
law, to;
sample taken pursuant to the requirements of this permit, the Permittee shall record the
CFR 122.41]:
and time of sampling or measurements;
performed the sampling or measurements;
were performed;
.o performed the analyses;
ques or methods used; and
the Director, or an authorized representative (including an authorized contractor acting as
ector), upon the presentation of credentials and other documents as may be required by
a. Enter, at reasonable times, upon the Permittee's premises where a regulated facility or activity is located or
conducted, or wher records must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
b. Have access to and opy, at reasonable times, any records that must be kept under the conditions of this permit;
c. Inspect at reasonablb times any facilities, equipment (including monitoring and control equipment), practices,
or operations regulated or required under this permit; and
d. Sample or monitor At reasonable times, for the purposes of assuring permit compliance or as otherwise
authorized by the C�IVA, any substances or parameters at any location [40 CFR 122.41(i)].
Section E
1. Change in Discharge
All discharges authorized herein shall be consistent with the terms and conditions of this permit. The discharge of
any pollutant identified }n this permit more frequently than or at a level in excess of that authorized shall constitute
a violation of the hermit.
2. Planned Changes
The Permittee shall give notice to the Director as soon as possible of any planned physical alterations or additions
to the permitted facility �40 CFR 122.41(1)]. Notice is required only when:
a. The alteration or addition to a permitted facility may meet one of the criteria for new sources at 40 CFR
122.29(b); or
b. The alteration or addition could significantly change the nature or increase the quantity of pollutants
discharged. This no ification applies to pollutants subject neither to effluent limitations in the permit, nor to
notification requirements ents under 40 CFR 122.42(a)(1); or
c. The alteration or ad lition results in a significant change in the Permittee's sludge use or disposal practices, and
such alteration, addition or change may justify the application of permit conditions that are different from or
absent in the existing permit, including notification of additional use or disposal sites not reported during the
permit application process or not reported pursuant to an approved land application plan.
The Permittee shall give advance notice to the Director of any planned changes to the permitted facility or other
activities that might resdlt in noncompliance with the permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(2)].
4. Transfers I
This permit is not transfbrable to any person without prior written notice to and approval from the Director in
accordance with 40 CFi 122.61. The Director may condition approval in accordance with NCGS 143-215.1, in
particular NCGS 143-2 5.1(b)(4)b.2., and may require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit, or
a minor modification, tc' identify the new permittee and incorporate such other requirements as may be necessary
under the CWA [40 CF� 122.41(1)(3), 122.61] or state statute.
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5. Monitoring Reports
Monitoring results shall be reported at the intervals specified elsewhere in this permit [40 CFR 122.41(1)(4)].
a. Monitoring results must be reported on a Discharge Monitoring Report (DMR) (See Part ILD.2) or forms
provided by the Director for reporting results of monitoring of sludge use or disposal practices;
b. If the Permittee monitors any pollutant more frequently than required by this permit using test procedures
approved under 40 CFR Part 136 and at a sampling location specified in this permit or other appropriate
instrument governing the discharge, the results of such monitoring shall be included in the calculation and
reporting of the data submitted on the DMR.
6. Twenty-four Hour Reporting
a. The Permittee shall report to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office any noncompliance that
potentially threatens public health or the environment. Any information shall be provided orally within 24
hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the circumstances. A written submission shall also be
provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes aware of the circumstances. The written submission
shall contain a description of the noncompliance, and its cause; the period of noncompliance, including exact
dates and times, and if the noncompliance has not been corrected, the anticipated time it is expected to
continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce, eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance [40
CFR 122.41(1)(6)].
b. The Director may waive the written report on a case -by -case basis for reports under this section if the oral
report has been received within 24 hours.
c. Occurrences outside normal business hours may also be reported to the Division's Emergency Response
personnel at [phone], [phone] or [phone].
7. Other Noncompliance
The Permittee shall report all instances of noncompliance not reported under Part II.E.5 and 6. of this permit at the
time monitoring reports are submitted. The reports shall contain the information listed in Part II.E.6. of this permit
[40 CFR 122.41(1)(7)].
8. Other Information
Where the Permittee becomes aware that it failed to submit any relevant facts in a permit application, or submitted
incorrect information in a permit application or in any report to the Director, it shall promptly submit such facts or
information [40 CFR 122.41(1)(8)].
9. Noncompliance Notification
The Permittee shall report by telephone to either the central office or the appropriate regional office of the Division
as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24 hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first
knowledge of the occurrence of any of the following: U .
a. Any occurrence at the water pollution control facility which results in the discharge of significant amounts of
wastes which are abnormal in quantity or characteristic, such as the dumping of the contents of a sludge
digester; the known passage of a slug of hazardous substance through the facility; or any other unusual
circumstances.
b'. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility incapable of adequate
wastewater treatment such as mechanical or electrical failures of pumps, aerators, compressors, etc.
c. Any failure of a pumping station, sewer line, or treatment facility resulting in a by-pass without treatment of all
or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
Persons reporting such occurrences by telephone shall also file a written report within 5 days following first
knowledge of the occurrence. Also see reporting requirements for municipalities in Part IV.C.2.c. of this permit.
10. Availability of Reports
Except for data determined to be confidential under NCGS 143-215.3 (a)(2) or Section 308 of the Federal Act, 33
USC 1318, all reports prepared in accordance with the terms shall be available for public inspection at the offices
of the Division. As required by the Act, effluent data shall not be considered confidential. Knowingly making any
false statement on any such report may result in the imposition of criminal penalties as provided for in NCGS 143-
215. 1 (b)(2) or in Section 309 of the Federal Act.
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11. Penalties for Falsification of Reports
The CWA provides that any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or certification in
any record or other doc ment submitted or required to be maintained under this permit, including monitoring
reports or reports of compliance or noncompliance shall,. upon conviction, be punished by a fine of not more than
$25,000 per violation, of by imprisonment for not more than two years per violation, or by both [40 CFR 122.41].
12.
Permittees who own or Operate facilities that collect or treat municipal or domestic waste shall provide an annual
report to the Permit Issuin"g Authority and to the users/customers served by the Permittee (NCGS 143-215.1 C). The
report shall summarize e performance of the collection or treatment system, as well as the extent to which the
facility was compliant with applicable Federal or State laws, regulations and rules pertaining to water quality. The
report shall be provided no later than sixty days after the end of the calendar or fiscal year, depending upon which
annual period is used fo evaluation.
The report shall be sent
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PART III
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Section A. Construction
a. The Permittee shall not commence construction of wastewater treatment facilities, nor add to the plant's treatment
capacity, nor change the treatment process(es) utilized at the treatment plant unless (1) the Division has issued an
Authorization to Construct (AtC) permit or (2) the Permittee is exempted from such AtC permit requirements
under Item b. of this Section.
b. In accordance with NCGS 143-215.l(a5) [SL 2011-394], no permit shall be required to enter into a contract for the
construction, installation, or alteration of any treatment work or disposal system or to construct, install, or alter any
treatment works or disposal system within the State when the system's or work's principle function is to conduct,
treat, equalize, neutralize, stabilize, recycle, or dispose of industrial waste or sewage from an industrial facility and
the discharge of the industrial waste or sewage is authorized under a permit issued for the discharge of the
industrial waste or sewage into the waters of the State. Notwithstanding the above, the permit issued for the
discharge may be modified if required by federal regulation.
c. Issuance of an AtC will not occur until Final Plans and Specifications for the proposed construction have been
submitted by the Permittee and approved by the Division.
Section B. Groundwater Monitoring
The Permittee shall, upon written notice from the Director, conduct groundwater monitoring as may be required to
determine the compliance of this NPDES permitted facility with the current groundwater standards.
Section C. Changes in Discharges of Toxic Substances
The Permittee shall notify the Permit Issuing Authority as soon as it knows or has reason to believe (40 CFR 122.42):
a. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in the discharge, on a routine or frequent basis, of
any toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the following
"notification levels";
(1) One hundred micrograms per liter (100 µg/L);
(2) Two hundred micrograms per liter (200 µg/L) for acrolein and acrylonitrile; five hundred micrograms per liter
(500 µg/L) for 2,4-dinitrophenol and for 2-methyl-4,6-dinitrophenol; and one milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for
antimony;
(3) Five times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application.
b. That any activity has occurred or will occur which would result in any discharge, on a non -routine or infrequent
basis, of a toxic pollutant which is not limited in the permit, if that discharge will exceed the highest of the
following "notification levels";
(1) Five hundred micrograms per liter (500 µg/L,);
(2) One milligram per liter (1 mg/L) for antimony;
(3) Ten times the maximum concentration value reported for that pollutant in the permit application..
Section D. Facility Closure Requirements
The Permittee must notify the Division at least 90 days prior to the closure of any wastewater treatment system covered
by this permit. The Division may require specific measures during deactivation of the system to prevent adverse
impacts to waters of the State. This permit cannot be rescinded while any activities requiring this permit continue at the
permitted facility.
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PART IV
SPECIAL CONDITIONS FOR MUNICIPAL FACILITIES
Section A. Definitions
In addition to the definitions lin Part II of this permit, the following definitions apply to municipal facilities:
Any non -domestic source th t discharges wastewater containing pollutants into a POTW regulated under section
307(b), (c) or (d) of the CWA. [40 CFR 403.3 (i) and 0) and 15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(11)]
Interference
Inhibition or disruption of
causes or contributes to a
Permittee) NPDES, collec
compliance with specified
.0903(b)(14)]
Pass Through
A discharge which exits the
discharges from other sourc
the Permittee's (or any satel
permit. [15A NCAC 02H .0
A treatment works as define
This definition includes any
sewage or industrial wastes
.0402, only if it conveys wa
organization, or municipalit
to and the discharges from s
treatment plant or the owner
POTW may be referred to a;
"Significant Industrial U
An Industrial User that d
.0903(b)(33)]:
1. Discharges an average c
noncontact cooling and
2. Contributes process wa:
flow limit or organic ca
and ammonia; or
3. Is subject to categorical
4. Is designated as such b}
affecting the POTW's o
limitations and conditio
5. Subject to approval and
the criteria in paragraph
POTW's operation or fc
conditions in its NPDE,
Significant Industrial U
6. Subject to approval and
the criteria in paragraph
non -significant categori
POTW treatment processes; operations; or its sludge process, use, or disposal which
ition of any requirement of the Permittee's (or any satellite POTW's if different from the
system, or non -discharge permit or prevents sewage sludge use or disposal in
flicable State and Federal statutes, regulations, or permits. [15A NCAC 02H
►TW into waters of the State in quantities or concentrations which, alone or with
causes a violation, including an increase in the magnitude or duration of a violation, of
POTW's, if different from the Permittee) NPDES, collection system, or non -discharge
;(b)(23)]
t by Section 212 of the CWA, which is owned by a State or local government organization.
ievices and systems used in the storage, treatment, recycling and reclamation of municipal
& a liquid nature. It also includes the collection system, as defined in 15A NCAC 2T
tewater to a POTW treatment plant. The term also means the local government
as defined in section 502(4) of the CWA, which has jurisdiction over indirect discharges
ich a treatment works. In this context, the organization may be the owner of the POTW
of the collection system into which an indirect discharger discharges. This second type of
a "satellite POTW organization." [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(26)]
or "Sluff
arges wastewater into a publicly owned treatment works and that [15A NCAC 02H
25,000 gallons per day or more of process wastewater to the POTW (excluding sanitary,
)iler blowdown wastewaters); or
-water which makes up five percent or more of the NPDES or non -discharge permitted
city of the POTW treatment plant. In this context, organic capacity refers to BOD, TSS
standards under 40 CFR Part 403.6 and 40 CFR Parts 405-471; or
the Permittee on the basis that the Industrial User has a reasonable potential for adversely
eration or for violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, or the POTW's effluent
is in its NPDES or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options;
x 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
0 1 or 2 of this definition above has no reasonable potential for adversely affecting the
violating any pretreatment standard or requirement, the POTW's effluent limitations and
or non -discharge permit, or to limit the POTW's sludge disposal options, and thus is not a
er (SIU); or
x 15A NCAC 02H .0907(b), the Permittee may determine that an Industrial User meeting
3 of this definition above meets the requirements of 40 CFR Part 403.3(v)(2) and thus is a
:al Industrial User.
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All POTWs must provide adequate notice to the Director of the following [40 CFR 122.42(b)]:
1. Any new introduction of pollutants into the POTW from an indirect discharger, regardless of the means of
transport, which would be subject to section 301 or 306 of CWA if it were directly discharging those pollutants;
and
2. Any substantial change in the volume or character of pollutants being introduced by an indirect discharger as
influent to that POTW at the time of issuance of the permit.
3. For purposes of this paragraph, adequate notice shall include information on (1) the quality and quantity of effluent
introduced into the POTW, and (2) any anticipated impact that may result from the change of the quantity or
quality of effluent to be discharged from the POTW.
Section C. Municipal Control of Pollutants from Industrial Users.
1. Effluent limitations are listed in Part I of this permit. Other pollutants attributable to inputs from Industrial Users
discharging to the POTW maybe present in the Permittee's discharge. At such time as sufficient information
becomes available to establish limitations for such pollutants, this permit may be revised to specify: effluent
limitations for any or all of such other pollutants in accordance with best practicable technology or water quality
standards.
2. Prohibited Discharges
a. The Permittee shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibition against the
introduction of pollutants or discharges into the waste treatment system or waste collection system which
cause or contribute to Pass Through or Interference as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0900 and 40 CFR 403. [40
CFR 403.5(a)(1)]
b. The Permitte6 shall develop and enforce their Pretreatment Program to implement the prohibitions against the
introduction of the following wastes in the waste treatment or waste collection system [40 CFR 403.5(b)]:
(1) Pollutants which create a fire or explosion hazard in the POTW, including, but not limited!to,
wastestreams with a closed cup flashpoint of less than 140 degrees Fahrenheit or 60 degrees Centigrade
using the test methods specified in 40 CFR 261.21;
(2) Pollutants which cause corrosive structural damage to the POTW, but in no case discharges with pH lower
than 5.0, unless the works is specifically designed to accommodate such discharges;
(3) Solid or,viscous pollutants in amounts which cause obstruction to the flow in the POTW resulting in
Interference;
(4) Any pollutant, including oxygen demanding pollutants (BOD, etc.) released in a Discharge at a flow rate
and/or pollutant concentration which will cause Interference with the POTW;
(5) Heat in amounts which will inhibit biological activity in the POTW resulting in Interference, but in no
case heat in such quantities that the temperature at the POTW Treatment Plant exceeds 40°C (104°F)
unless the Division, upon request of the POTW, approves alternate temperature limits;
(6) Petroleum oil, non -biodegradable cutting oil, or products of mineral oil origin in amounts that will cause
Interference or Pass Through;
(7) Pollutants which result in the presence of toxic gases, vapors, or fumes within the POTW in a quantity that
may cause acute worker health and safety problems; or
(8) Any trucked or hauled pollutants, except at discharge points designated by the POTW.
The Permittee shall investigate the source of all discharges into the POTW, including slug loads and other
unusual discharges, which have the potential to adversely impact the Permittee's Pretreatment Program and/or
the operation of the POTW.
The Permittee shall report such discharges into the POTW to the Director or the appropriate Regional Office.
Any information shall be provided orally.within 24 hours from the time the Permittee became aware of the
circumstances. A written submission shall also be provided within 5 days of the time the Permittee becomes
aware of the circumstances. The written submission shall contain a description of the discharge; the
investigation into possible sources; the period of the discharge, including exact dates and times; if the
discharge has not ceased, the anticipated time it is expected to continue; and steps taken or planned to reduce,
eliminate, and prevent reoccurrence of the noncompliance,
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3. With regard to the effli
supplement the require
the Permittee with all
some or all of the indu
4. The Permittee shall re(
Standards developed u
specific local limits, N
any Significant Industi
Pretreatment Program
required under section
5. This permit shall be in
Pretreatment Program
as required under Sect:
approved State pretrea
nt requirements listed in Part I of this permit, it may be necessary for the Permittee to
ents of the Federal Pretreatment Standards (40 CFR, Part 403) to ensure compliance by
:)licable effluent limitations. Such actions by the Permittee may be necessary regarding
ies discharging to the municipal system.
ire any Industrial User (IU) discharging to the POTW to meet Federal Pretreatment
ler Section 307(b) of the Act as amended (which includes categorical standards and
management practices and narrative requirements). Prior to accepting wastewater from
1 User (SIU), the Permittee shall either develop and submit to the Division a new
as necessary, a modification of an existing Pretreatment Program, for approval as
below as well as 15A NCAC 02H .0907(a) and (b). [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
.ified, or alternatively, revoked and reissued, to incorporate or modify an approved POTW
to include a compliance schedule for the development of a POTW Pretreatment Program
1402 (b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations or by the requirements of the
►ent program, as appropriate.
Under authority of sections 07 (b) and (c) and 402(b)(8) of the CWA and implementing regulations 40 CFR 403,
North Carolina General Sta to 143-215.3(14) and implementing regulations 15A NCAC 02H .0900, and in accordance
with the approved pretreatm nt program, all provisions and regulations contained and referenced in the pretreatment
program submittal are an enforceable part of this permit. [40 CFR 122.440)(2)]
The Permittee shall operate its approved pretreatment program in accordance with Section 402(b)(8) of the CWA, 40
CFR 403, 15A NCAC 02H. 0900, and the legal authorities, policies, procedures, and financial provisions contained in
its pretreatment program sumission and Division approved modifications thereof. Such operation shall include but is
not limited to the implemen ation of the following conditions and requirements. Terms not defined in Part 11 or Part IV
of this permit are as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .0903 and 40 CFR 403.3.
Sewer Use Ordinance
The Permittee shall i
NCAC 02H .0903(b
2. Industrial Waste Surveti
The Permittee shall imp
treatment plant, as requ:
including identification
of pollutants contribute4
meeting the definition o
IWS for the Permittee s
satellite service areas is
Permittee shall submit 2
required by the Division
paragraph C.2.c. of this
3. Monitoring Plan
The Permittee shall imp
be used in a wastewater
local limits. Effluent da
NCAC 02H .0903(b)(lf
4. Headworks Analvsis (H
in adequate legal authority to implement its approved pretreatment program. [15A
0905 and .0906(b)(1); 40 CFR 403.8(t)(1) and 403.9(b)(1) and (2)]
ement an IWS consisting of the survey of users of the POTW collection system or
-ed by 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(i-iii) and 15A NCAC 02H .0905 [also 40 CFR 122.440)(1)],
)f all Industrial Users that may have an impact on the POTW and the character and amount
to the POTW by these Industrial Users and identification of those Industrial Users
' SIU. Where the Permittee accepts wastewater from one or more satellite POTWs, the
.all address all satellite POTW services areas, unless the pretreatment program in those
administered by a separate Permittee with an approved Pretreatment Program. The
summary of its IWS activities to the Division at least once every five years, and as
The IWS submission shall include a summary of any investigations conducted under
?art. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(13), .0905 and .0906(b)(2); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2) and 403.9]
merit a Division -approved Monitoring Plan for the collection of facility specific data to
eatment plant Headworks Analysis (HWA) for the development of specific pretreatment
from the Plan shall be reported on the DMRs (as required by Parts II.D and II.E.5.). [15A
.0906(b)(3) and .0905]
The Permittee shall obt in Division approval of a HWA at least once every five years, and as required by the
Division. Within 180 days of the effective date of this permit (or any subsequent permit modification) the
Permittee shall submit t the Division a written technical evaluation of the need to revise local limits (i.e., an
updated HWA or docu entation of why one is not needed) [40 CFR 122.44]. The Permittee shall develop, in
accordance with 40 CFR 403.5(c) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific Local Limits to implement the prohibitions
listed in 40 CFR 403.5(�) and (b) and 15A NCAC 02H .0909. Pursuant to 40 CFR 403.5, local limits are
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enforceable Pretreatment. Standards as defined by 40 CFR 403.3(1). [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(10), .0905, and
.0906(b)(4)]
5. Industrial User Pretreatment. Permits (IUP) & Allocation Tables
In accordance with NCGS 143 215.`l, the Permttee shall issue to all Significant Industrial' Users, permits for
operation of pretreatment equipment and discharge to the Permittee's collection system or treatment works. These
permits shall contain limitations, sampling protocols, reporting requirements, appropriate standard and special
conditions, and compliance schedules as necessary for the installation of treatment and control technologies to
assure that their wastewater discharge will meet all applicable pretreatment standards and requirements. The
Permittee _shall maintain a current Allocation Table (AT) which summarizes the results of the. HWA and the limits
from all IUPs. Permitted IUP loadings for each parameter cannot exceed the treatment capacity of the POTW as
determined by the HWA. [15A NCAC 02H _0906(b)(6), .0909, .0916, and .0917; 40 CFR 403.5, 403.8(f)(1)(iii);
NCGS 143-215.67(a)]
6. Authorization to Construct (AtC)
The Permittee shall ensure that an Authorization to Construct permit (AtC) is issued to all applicable Industrial
Users for the construction or modification of any pretreatment facility. Prior to the issuance of an AtC, the
proposed pretreatment facility and treatment process must be evaluated for its capacity to comply with all
Industrial User Pretreatment Permit (IUP) limitations. [15A NCAC 02H .0906(b)(7) and .0905; NCGS 143-
215.1(a)(8)]
7. POTW Inspection & Monitoring; of their IUs
The. Permittee shall conduct inspection, surveillance, and monitoring activities as described in its Division
approved pretreatment program in order to determine, independent of information supplied by Industrial Users,
compliance with applicable pretreatment standards. [15A NCAC 02H .0908(e); 40 CFR 403.8(f)(2)(v)] The
Permittee must:
a. Inspect all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year;
b. Sample all Significant Industrial Users (SIUs) at least once per calendar year for all SIU permit -limited
parameters including flow except as allowed under 15A NCAC .0908(e); and
c. At least once per year, document an evaluation of any non -significant categorical Industrial User for
compliance with the requirements in 40 CFR 403.3(v)(2), and either continue or revoke the designation as non-
significant.
8. IU Self Monitoring and Reportinis
The. Perm, ittee shall require: all Industrial Users to comply with the applicable monitoring and reporting
requirements outlined in the Division -approved pretreatment program, the industry's pretreatment permit, or in 15A
NCAC 02H .0908. [15A NCAC02H .0906(b)(5) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(1)(v) and (2)(iii); 40 CFR
122.440)(2), and 40 CFR 403.12]
9. Enforcement Response Plan (ERP)
The Permittee shall enforce and obtain appropriate remedies for violations of all pretreatment standards
promulgated pursuant to section 307(b) and (c) of the CWA (40 CFR 405 et. seq.), prohibitive discharge standards
as set forth in 40 CFR 403.5 and 15A NCAC 02H .0909, specific local limitations, and other pretreatment
requirements. All remedies, enforcement actions and other, shall be consistent with the. Enforcement Response.
Plan (ERP) approved by the Division. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(7), .0906(b)(8) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(5)]
10. Pretreatment Annual Reports (PAR)
The Permittee shall report to the Division in accordance with 15A NCAC 02H .0908. In lieu of submitting annual
reports, Modified Pretreatment Programs developed under 15A NCAC 02'H .0904 (b) may be required to submit a
partial annual report or to meet with Division personnel periodically to discuss enforcement of pretreatment
requirements and other pretreatment implementation issues.
For all other active pretreatment programs, the Permittee shall submit two copies of a Pretreatment Annual Report
(PAR) describing its pretreatment activities over the previous calendar year to the Division at the following_
address:
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NC DENR / Division of Water Quality./ Surface Water Protection Section
Pretreatment, Emergency Response, and Collection Systems (PERCS) Unit
1617 Mail Service, Center
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617
These reports shall be submitted by March 1 of each year and shall contain the following:
a. Narrative
A narrative summary detailing actions taken, or proposed, by the Permittee to correct significant non-
compliance and to ensure compliance with pretreatment requirements;
b. Pretreatment Program Summary (PPS)
A pretreatment program summary (PPS) on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
c. Significant Non -Compliance Report (SNCR).
A list of Industrial Users (IUs) in significant noncompliance (SNC) with pretreatment requirements, and the
nature of the violations on forms or in a format provided by the Division;
d. Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF)
Monitoring data from samples collected by both the POTW and the Significant Industrial Users (SIUs). These
analytical results must be reported on Industrial Data Summary Forms (IDSF) or on other forms or in a format
provided by the Division;
e. Other Information
Copies of the POTW's allocation table, new or modified enforcement compliance schedules, public notice of
IUs in SNC, a summary of data or other information related to significant noncompliance determinations for
IUs that are not considered SIUs, and any other information, upon request, which in the opinion of the Director'
is needed to determine compliance with the pretreatment implementation requirements of this permit;
11. Public Notice
The Permittee shall publish annually a list of Industrial Users (IUs) that were in significant. noncompliance (SNC)
as defined in the Permittee's Division -approved Sewer Use Ordinance with applicable pretreatment requirements
and standards during the previous' twelve month period. This list shall be published within four months of the
applicable twelve-month period. [15A NCAC 02H .0903(b)(34), .0908(b)(5) and .0905 and 40 CFR
403.8(f)(2)(viii)]
12. Record Keeping
The Permittee shall retain for a minimum of three years records of monitoring activities and results, along with
support information including general records, water quality records, and records of industrial impact on the.
POTW and shall retain all other Pretreatment Programrecords as required by 15A NCAC 02H .0908(f). [15A
NCAC, 02H .0908(f); 40 CFR 403.12(o)]
13, Pretreatment Program Resources
The Permitteeshall maintain adequate funding and qualified personnel to accomplish the objectives of its approved
pretreatment program. and retain a written description of those current levels of inspection. [I 5A NCAC 0213
.0906(b)(9) and (10) and .0905; 40 CFR 403.8(f)(3), 403.9(b)(3)]
14. Modification to Pretreatment Programs
Modifications to the approved pretreatment program including but not limited to local limits modifications, POTW
monitoring of their Significant Industrial Users (SIUs), and Monitoring Plan modifications, shall be considered a
permit modification and shall be governed by 40 CFR 40311.18, 15 NCAC 02H .0114 and 15.A NCAC 02H .0907.
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ENVIRONMENTAL
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P.O. Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (50 West Sylva Shopping Center, Sylva, NC 28779)
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]
August 1, 2012
Attn.: System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Annual Report
NPDES # NCO037711
VZ Top
Macon County
The attached document is pursuant to House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of 1999,
which was signed into law by the Governor on July 21, 1999. The legislation is intended
to instill public oversight by requiring spill notification and annual reporting by all entities
owning or operating wastewater treatment facilities in the state of North Carolina.
Concerned persons may obtain more detailed information concerning the above
referenced facility by contacting me at [phone].
Sincerely,
M rk Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Encl.: Annual Report
CC: Bobby Jenkins
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PERFORMANCE ANNUAL RwEPORT
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I. General Information
Facility and System Name:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
NCSR 1616
Macon County
Permit: NCO037711
Owner:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
Operator:
Environmental, Inc.
ORC:
Mark Teague
P.O. Box 954
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Raw sewage generated by VZ Top is collected in lift station basins and transported via grinder
pumps to a 22,000 GPD package wastewater treatment plant. The plant includes an aeration
basin, clarifier filters, digester, a chlorine contact basin and a dechlorination basin. The facility
is currently permitted to discharge 22,000 GPD.
II. PERFORMANCE
Summary of System Performance July 1, 2011 to June 30, 2012
Analytical results indicate that no permitted monthly limits were exceeded during the reporting
period. In addition, no bypasses or overflows occurred.
III. NOTIFICATION
A copy of this report is available by contacting:
VZ Top Homeowners Associates
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify this report has been made available to users or customers of VZ
Top Homeowners Association.
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Environmental, Inc. 8/1/12

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ENVIRONMENTA
1 n c Water & Wastewater Services
AUG 10 2011 �
Fv WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASH;_VILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
P.O. Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (50 West Sylva Shoppingenter"S`ylva
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]
August 1, 2011
Attn.: System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Annual Report
NPDES # NCO037711
VZ Top
Macon County
The attached document is pursuant to House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of 1999,
which was signed into law by the Governor on July 21, 1999. 'The legislation is intended
to instill public oversight by requiring spill notification and annual reporting by all entities
owning or operating wastewater treatment facilities in the state of North Carolina.
Concerned persons may obtain more detailed information concerning the above
referenced facility by contacting me at [phone].
Sincerely,,
//5W—
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Encl.: Annual Report
CC: Bobby Jenkins

PERFORMANCE ANNUALREPORT
I. General Information
Facility and System Name:
VZ Top Homeowners Association,
NCSR 1616
Macon County
Permit: NCO037711
Owner:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
Operator:
Environmental, Inc.
ORC:
Mark Teague
P.O. Box 954
Cullowhee, NC .28723
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Raw sewage generated by VZ Top is collected in lift station basins and transported via grinder
pumps to a 22,000 GPD package wastewater treatment plant., The plant includes an aeration
basin, clarifier filters, digester, a chlorine contact basin and a dechlorination basin. The facility
is currently permitted to discharge 22,000 GPD.
II. PERFORMANCE
Summary of System Performance July 1, 2010 to June 30, 2011
Analytical results indicate that no permitted monthly limits were exceeded during the reporting
period. In addition, no bypasses or overflows occurred.
III. NOTIFICATION
A copy of this report is available by contacting:
VZ Top Homeowners Associates
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify this report has been made available to users or customers of VZ
Top Homeowners Association.
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Environmental, Inc. 8/1/11

AN's
NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
MICHAEL ROSENBERG
PRESIDENT
VZ TOP MOUNTAIN VILLAS
CONDOMINIUM I ASSOCIATION INC
8550 UNITED PLAZA BLVD, SUITE 1001
BATON ROUGE LA 70809
Dear Mr. Rosenberg:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
October 18, 2011
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: Receipt of permit renewal application
NPDES Permit NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WW`1`P
Macon County
The NPDES Unit received your permit renewal application on October 17, 2011. A member of the
NPDES Unit will review your application. They will contact you if additional information is required to complete
your permit renewal. You should expect to receive a draft permit approximately 30-45 days before your existing
permit expires.
If you have any additional questions concerning renewal of the subject permit, please contact John
Hennessy at [phone].
Sincerely,
s.�
Dina Sprinkle
Point Source Branch;l.,
cc: CENTRAL FILES j l
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NPDES Unit 7
Mark Teague, Environmental, Inc., PO Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723 f, : ; _. _ -- -- 'l SEC,; ion
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1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1617�' �E
Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, North Carolina 27604 One
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] Customer Service: •1-877-623-6748 NorthCarofina
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.org ���'s�� /A�
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VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association Inc.
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
8550 United Plaza Blvd, Ste 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
October 12, 2011
Mrs. Carolyn Bryant
NCDENR/DWQ/Point Source Branch
1617 Mail Services Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
RE: VZ Top
NPDES Permit #N00037711
Ms. Bryant -
We request a renewal of the NPDES Permit for VZ Top Mountain Villas
Condominium I Association, Inc. Please find enclosed the NPDES application Form
D, as well a Fetter authorizing Mark Teaque of Environmental, Inc to sign for Michael
Rosenberg of VZ Top Mountain Villas, and a topographical map for VZ Top.
If you have any questions, please call Mark Teaque at 828-586-5588
Michael R
President
VZ Top M,
Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
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VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
Highlands, NC 28741
Mailing address
P&N .
8550 United Plaza Blvd
Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
September 2, 2011
To Whom It May Concern:
This letter authorizes Mark Teague of Environmental Inc based in Cullowhee NC to
complete and sign the sewer renewal permit application # NCO037711.
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Mike Rosenberg
VZ Top Mountain illas Condominium I Association, Inc.
President

NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating,100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
Mail the complete application to:
N. C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water_Quality / NPDES Unit -
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 276994617
MRS Permit C00
If you are completing this form in computer use the TAB key or the up - down' arrows to move from one
field to the next., To check the boxes, click your mouse on top of the box. Otherwise, please print or type.
1. Contact Information:
Owner Name
Facility Name
Mailing Address
City
State / Zip Code
Telephone Number
Fax Number
e-mail Address
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2. Location of facility producing discharge:
Check here if same address as above 0 Z " T6 f //O !-
Street Address or State RoadAU
City lh-s 6 La w JS
State / Zip Code /�lG a g�
County
3. Operator Information:
Name of the firm, , public organization or other entity that operates the facility. (Note that 'this is not
referring to the Operator in Responsible Charge or ORQ
Name/UVI-rO 10 r°N1�enr (IV C-
Mailing Address © q J-
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State / Zip Code, A 1 0 p -7 -�
Telephone Number
Fax Number
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NPDES APPLICATION - FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters-<1.0 MGD
4. Description_ of wastewater. p@ WL� �^ TG �►v ;C`e �
Facility Generating Wastewater(check all that apply):
Industrial
❑
Number of Employees
Commercial
❑
Number of Employees
Residential
Number of Homes q 0
School
❑
Number of Students/Staff"
Other
❑
Explain:
Describe the source(s) of wastewater (example: -subdivision, mobile home park, shopping centers,
restaurants, etc:):
('NE®a
Population served:.
6. Type of collection system
Separate (sanitary sewer only) ❑ Combined (storm sewer and sanitary sewer)
6. Outfall Information:
Number of separate discharge points
Outfall Identification number(s)
is the outfall equipped with a diffueerP Fes ❑ No
7. Nami of receiving stream(s)• (Provide a map showing the exact location of each outfallp
9 ws `i-l� SAVGr at" a- � A") Qr �dl.S
S. F equueucy,,of Discharge:' Continuous ❑ Intermittent
If intermittent:.
Days per week discharge occurs: Duration:
9. Describe the treatment system
List all installed components, including capacities, provide design removal for BOD, .TSS, nitrogen and
phosphorus. If the. space provided is not sufficient, attach the description of the treatment system in a
separate sheet.of paper.
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NPDES APPLICATION 'FORM D
For privately owned treatment systems treating 100% domestic wastewaters <1.0 MGD
10. Flow Information:
Treatment Plant Design flow- 04 MGD
Annual Average daily flow B�MGD (for.the previous 3 years)
Maximum daily flow 0 s MGD (for the previous 3 years)
11. Is this facility located on Indian country?
❑ Yes ( No
12. Effluent Data
Provide data for the parameters listed. Fecal Coliform, Temperature and pH shall be grab samples, for all other
parameters 2.4-hour composite sampling shall be used. If more than one analysis is reported, report daily maximum
and mont1dy average. Ifonly one analysis is reported, report as daily maximum.
Parameter
Daily'
Maximum
Monthly
Av=W
Units of
Measurement'
Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD5)
Fecal Coliform
DD
�dp
Total Suspended Solids
Temperature (Summer)
Temperature (Winter)
pH
13. List all permits, construction approvals and/or applications:
Type Permit Number Type Permit Number
Hazardous Waste (RCRA) '. NESHAPS (CAA)
UIC (SDWA) Ocean Dumping (MPRSA)
NPDES Q+��j �7"T jj Dredge.or fill (Section 464 orCWA)
PSD (CAA) Other
Non -attainment program (CAA)
14. APPLICANT CERTIFICATION
I certify that I• am familiar with the information contained in the application ' and that to the.
best of my.knowled a and belief such information is .true, complete, and accurate.
hi i C �PO
Printed name of Person Signing Title
Signature of Applicatt D to
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6 (b)(2) states: Any person who knowingly makes any false statement
representation, or certification in any application; record, report, plan, or other document files or required to be
maintained under Article 21 or regulations of the Environmental Management Commission implementing that
Article, or who falsifies, tampers with, or knowly renders inaccurate any recording or monitoring device or method
required to be operated or maintained under Article 21 or regulations of 'the Environmental Management
Commission implementing that Article, shall be guilty of a• misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed
$25,000, or by, imprisonment not to exceed six months, or by both. (18 U.S.C. Section 1001 provides a
punishment by a' fine of not more than $25,000 -or imprisonment not more than 5 years, or both, for a similar
offense.)
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Sludge Management Plan
October 12, 2011
VZ Top
NPDES Permit #NC 0037711
Solids are pumped from the digestor or clarifier by a licensed waste management firm,
Environmental, Inc., and disposed of at the Highlands Wastewater Treatment Facility.
Signature:
Mark T e, Environmental, In . Contract Operational Firm

ENVIRONMENTAL.
Inc. water & Wastewater Services
&' we
P.O. Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (50 West Sylva Shopping Center, Sylva, NC 28779)
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]
August 1, 2010
Attn.: System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Annual Report
N P D E S #3"
p
�:,. County
The attached document is pursuant to House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of 1999,
which was signed into law by the Governor on July 21, 1999. The legislation is intended
to instill public oversight by requiring spill notification and annual reporting by all entities
owning or operating wastewater treatment facilities in the state of North Carolina.
Concerned persons may obtain more detailed information concerning the above
referenced facility by contacting me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Encl.: Annual Report
CC: Bobby Jenkins
i�� OAT 1 2010
fin,+A7 ER ._^,;UALI T Y SECTION
Ac!-;EVILL= REGIONAL OFFICE
i

PERFORMANCE ANNUAL ::PORT
I. General Information
Facility and System Name:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
NCSR 1616
Macon County
Permit: NCO037711
Owner:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
Operator:
Environmental, Inc.
ORC:
Mark Teague
P.O. Box 954
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Raw sewage generated by VZ Top is collected in lift station basins and transported via grinder
pumps to a 22,000 GPD package wastewater treatment plant. The plant includes an aeration
basin, clarifier filters, digester, a chlorine contact basin and a dechlorination basin. The facility
is currently permitted to discharge 22,000 GPD.
II. PERFORMANCE
Summary of System Performance July 1, 2009 to Tune 30, 2010
April 30, 2010: VZ Top received a Notice of Violation for failure to monitor flow on December
18, 19,20, and 21st. June 9, 2010: VZ Top received a Notice of Violation for failure to monitor
flow on January 1,2,3,9,10,16,17,23,24,30 and 315C. June 28, 2010: VZ Top received a
violation for failure to monitor flow on March 6,7,13,14,21,24,27 and 28th. Monitoring reports
were amended and resubmitted to the state. Analytical results indicate that no permitted
monthly limits were exceeded during the reporting period. In addition, no bypasses or
overflows occurred.
III. NOTIFICATION
A copy of this report is available by contacting:
VZ Top Homeowners Associates
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify this report has been made available to users or customers of VZ
Top Homeowners Association.
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Environmental, Inc. 8/1/10

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
June 28, 2010
VZ Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
8550 United Plaza Boulevard, Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-MV-0094
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ TOP Homeowners Association VVWTP
Macon County
Dear Sir:
A review of VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for March 2010 showed
the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow
03/06/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/07/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/13/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/14/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/21/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/24/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/27/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow
03/28/2010
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should
have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off
inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page�of your DMR.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any',, additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
4
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
DWQ Central Files
Environmental Inc./ ORC
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterauality.org IFAX [phone] 1-877-623-6748

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. Bland O'Conner
Vz Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
P.O. Box 1709
Highlands, North Carolina 28741
Dear Mr. O'Conner:
Division of Water Quality
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
June 9, 2010
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2010-MV-0080
Permit No. NCO037711
Dee Freeman
Secretary
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
A review of VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for January 2010 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow, in conduit or thru
treatment plant
Days: 01, 02, 03, 09, 10,
16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31.
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back ofthe DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should
have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off
inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
-D( Roger C. Edwards, Regi al Supervisor
I'' Surface Water Protection Section
Asheville Regional Office
cc:;,D_ViLQsAslieville.:Eles-__`
DWQ Central Files
Ms. Frederika Flynt
Environmental Inc./ ORC
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone[phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterouality.oro FAX [phone]

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue
Governor
Mr. James K. Picklesimer
Vz Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
P.O. Box 1709
Highlands, North Carolina 28741
Dear Mr. Picklesimer:
Coleen H. Sullins
Director
April 30, 2010
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
Dee Freeman
Secretary
NOV-2010-MV-0045
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
A review of VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for December 2009 showed the
following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring
Frequency
Violation
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
12/18/09
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
12/19/09
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
12/20/09
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
Flow, in conduit or thru treatment plant
12/21/09
Continuous
Failure to Monitor
It was also noted that the Compliance box on the back of the DMR was marked "Compliant" when in fact it should
have been marked "Non -Compliant" with an explanation for the non-compliance. If the above parameter was left off
inadvertently, please send an amended DMR to Raleigh at the address found on the front page of your DMR.
Remedial actions should be taken to correct this problem. The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement
action for this and any additional violations of State law. If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to
contact Janet Cantwell at 828/296-4500.
Sincerely,
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Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc_ =DWQ. Ashevilleiles.- 4 ;a
DWQ Central Files
Environmental Inc. / ORC
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Internet: www.ncwatercivality.org FAX [phone]
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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
March 17, 2010
Ms. Fredericka Flynt
VZ Top Homeowners' Association Inc.
2216 Cumming Road
Augusta, GA 30904
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
VZ TOP HOA Inc. WWTP
Permit No: NCO037711
Macon County
Dear Ms. Flynt:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on March 5, 2010. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NCO037711.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4662.
Sincerely,
�O-
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Mark Teague, Env. Inc.
Central Files
S:\SWP\Macon\Wastewater\Minors\VZ Top 37711\CEI.3-5-10.doc
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION —ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE One
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 NorthCarolina
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] \ Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748 Natll alb,
Internet: www.ncwatergualitV.org
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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
Washington, D.C. 20460
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OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 I NI 2 15I 3I N00037711 Ill 121 10/03/05 117 181 CI 19I SI 201 I
Remarks
211111IIII IIIIIIIIIIII IIII I I I I I I I I I I I I IIIIIIIIIII6
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating 131 QA ---------Reserved--------- ---
67I 1.0 169 70131 711 I 721 NJ 73 I I 174 751 I I I I I Lj80
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Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
03:10 PM 10/03/05
07/11/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Hudson Rd NCSR 1616
Highlands NC 28741
03:30 PM. 10/03/05
12/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Mark Fredrick Teague/ORC/828-293-9396/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bland O'Conner,PO Box 1709 Highlands NC 28741//828-526-3021/82852680N27
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Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit 0 Operations & Maintenance 0 Records/Reports Facility Site Review
EffluenUReceiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
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EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type
3I NCO037711 I11 i121 10/03/05 I17 18Icl
(cont.) 1
Section D: Summary, of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
FACILITY DESCRIPTION:
The VZ Top HOA Inc. WWTP is a Class II facility rated as a 0.028 MGD extended aeration tertiary
WWTP with: aeration basin with blowers providing diffused air; clarifier with sludge return;
dual tertiary filters (out of service); aerobic digestor; tablet chlorinator; chlorine contact
chamber; tablet dechlorihator; post aeration; and flow measuring & recording device.
PERMIT/ INSPECTION / LOG:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was conducted on
6-30-2009 by Wanda Frazier.
The permit expires on 8I31-2012. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to expiration.
A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The daily operator log was present on -site and had good notation of daily events, process
control and field testing data.
TREATMENT UNITS / PROCESS CONTROL TESTING DATA / EFFLUENT:
Due to the lack of seasonal residents and flow, the plant had been pumped down. There was no
discharge at the time of the inspection.
OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE / EFFLUENT / SUMMARY:
Mr. Mark Teaque, ORC4 assisted in the inspection and appears to be operating and maintaining the
facility very well.
SYSTEM PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT:
The System Performani e Annual Performance Report had been filed for the 2008-2009 fiscal year by
Env. Inc.
The System Performance Annual Report, for 2009-2010, is due no later than 60 days of the end of
the reporting period.
Note: According to the Clean Water Act of 1999 (House Bill 1160), the legal requirement for submittal
of the System Performance Annual Report is as follows:
The owner or operator of any wastewater treatment works or wastewater collection systems that
treats or collects primarily domestic or municipal waste, must provide an Annual Report to its
users or customers and to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources that summarizes
the treatment works' and collection system's performance over a 12 month period.)
Report Format.
Page # 2

Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association VWVTP
Inspection Date: 03/05/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
The following is provided as guidance to assist you in meeting this aspect of the new reporting
requirements. The law states the above mentioned report shall summarize the performance of the
treatment works or collection system and state the extent to which any terms of its permit,
federal laws, or any State laws, regulations or rules related to the protection of water quality
have been violated. In order to meet the spirit of this law, it is strongly suggested that, at
a minimum, the reports contain the following information:
I. General Information
• Name of regulated entity and county
• Responsible entity, person or contact with phone number or address
• Listing of applicable permit(s) — NPDES and Collection System permits, etc.
(Note: water plant wastewater dischargers are exempt)
• Description of collection or treatment system or process
II. Performance
• Description of overall 12-month performance, noting highlights and deficiencies.
• By month, list of the number and type of any violations of permit conditions,
environmental regulations or environmental laws, including (but not limited to):
Permit Limit Violations — list by month and type
Monitoring and Reporting Violations — i.e. NOVs and Civil Assessments
(Illegal) Bypass of treatment facilities*
Sanitary Sewer Overflows (SSOs)* - Dates of SSOs*, Press Releases & Public Notices
(*Note the estimated total monthly volumes and locations of events in which more
than 1,000 gallons of waste reached surface waters.
• Description of any known environmental impact of violations
• Description of corrective measures taken to address violations or deficiencies
III. Notification
• Statement as to how users or customers have been provided access to the report.
IV. Certification
• Statement by a responsible official certifying the report is accurate and complete
It shall be left to the individual applicable entities to decide both how much detail above minimum they wish
to provide in the report and how they will provide the report to their users or customers. This law was
established to provide a mechanism for public oversight (and hopefully, to instill public confidence). Those
entities that fall under the scope of this part of the law are encouraged to be forthcoming in their report and
they should provide its readers a contact where they may view more detailed information.
To satisfy the Departmental reporting requirement, three copies of the report should be submitted to the
following address:
Page # 3

Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWrP
Inspection Date: 03/05/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617,
Annual reports must be submitted within 60 days of the end-nf the applicable 12-month review ._
period. You may base your report on either a calendar year or a fiscal year (July 1 — June 30)
time frame.
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Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWfP
Inspection Date: 03/05/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
❑
❑
■
❑
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
n
n
n
# Are there. any special conditions for the permit?
n
■
n
n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
■
n
n
n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
■
n
n
n
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge
■
n
n
❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Bar Screens
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of bar screen
a. Manual
■
b.Mechanical
❑
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
n
n
®
n
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
❑
n
■
n
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
■
❑
n
n
Is the unit in good condition?
■
n
n
n
Comment: no flow
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Ext.
Air
Type of aeration system
Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
❑
Cl
■
❑
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
n
■
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
❑
n
■
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
n
❑
■
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
n
❑
■
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
n
n
■
n
Page # 5

Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association VWVfP
Inspection Date: 03/05/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Comment: no flow
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of�biack and odorous wastewater?
❑
t-1
�
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
n
n
■
n
Are weirs level?
■
n
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage?
❑
❑
■
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
n
n
■
n
Is scum removal adequate?
n
n
■
❑
Is the site free of excessive floa ing sludge?
n
n
■
n
Is the drive unit operational?
n
❑
■
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
n
n
■
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
❑
❑
■
❑
i
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately '/< of the sidewall depth)
n
❑
■
n
Comment: no flow
Disinfection -Tablet I
Yes
No
NA
NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
■
n
n
n
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
❑
❑
Number of tubes in use?
1
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
❑
n
■
n
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
❑
n
■
❑
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
❑
n
n
Comment: no flow
De -chlorination
Yes
No
NA
NE
Type of system ?
Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
■
❑
❑
n
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
n
n
M
n
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
n
❑
■
n
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
■
n
n
n
Comment: no flow
Are tablet de -chlorinators opera ional?
❑
n
■
Page # 6

Permit: NC0037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association VWVfP
Inspection Date: 03/05/2010 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
De -chlorination Yes; No NA NE
Number of tubes in use? 1
Comment: no flow
Effluent Pipe
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Comment: no flow
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ENVIRONMENTAL
Inc. Water & Wastewater Services
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P.O. Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (50 West Sylva Shopping Center, Sylva, NC 28779)
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]
August 1, 2009
Attn.: System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Annual Report
NPDES #. NC-0037711i
VZ Top
Macon County
rl
SEP 2 2 2009
WATER QUALITY SECTION r
The attached document is pursuant to House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of 1999,
which was signed into law by the Governor on July 21, 1999. The legislation is intended
to instill public oversight by requiring spill notification and annual reporting by all entities
owning or operating wastewater treatment facilities in the state of North Carolina.
Concerned persons may obtain more detailed information concerning the above
referenced facility by contacting me at [phone].
S !i_ncF re l ,
Dale Wike
Operator in Responsible Charge
Encl.: Annual Report
CC: Bobby Jenkins
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®EN R - WATER QUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH

PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General Information
Facility and System Name:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
NCSR 1616
Macon County
Permit: NCO037711
Owner:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
Operator:
Environmental, Inc.
ORC:
Dale Wike
P.O. Box 954
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Raw sewage generated by VZ Top is collected in lift station basins and transported via grinder
pumps to a 22,000 GPD package wastewater treatment plant. The plant includes an aeration
basin, clarifier filters, digester, a chlorine contact basin and a dechlorination basin. The facility
is currently permitted to discharge 22,000 GPD.
II. PERFORMANCE
Summary of System Performance July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009
Analytical results indicate that no permitted monthly limits were exceeded during the reporting
period. In addition, no bypasses or overflows occurred.
III. NOTIFICATION
A copy of this report is available by contacting:
VZ Top Homeowners Associates
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify this report has been made available to users or customers of VZ
Top Homeowners Association.
Dale Wike
Operator in Responsible Charge
Environmental, Inc. 8/1/09

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
July 6, 2009
Fredericka Flynt
VZ Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
2216 Cumming Road
Augusta, GA 30904
Bland O'Conner
VZ Top Homeowner's Association Inc.
PO Box 1709
Highlands, NC 28741
F ILE COTY
Dee Freeman
Secretary
SUBJECT: Compliance Evaluation Inspection
VZ Top HOA
Permit No: NCO037711
Macon County
Dear Ms. Flynt and Mr. O'Connor:
Enclosed please find a copy of the Compliance Evaluation Inspection form from the
inspection conducted on June 30, 2009. The facility was found to be in compliance with permit
NCO037711.
Please refer to the enclosed inspection report for additional observations and comments.
If you or your staff, should have any questions, please call me at 828-296-4500 extension 4662.
Sincerely,
Z-
Wanda P. Frazier
Environmental Specialist
Enclosure
cc: Central Files
A`sh'eui11.eeFile� s
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION - ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE NorthCaro/ling
Location: 2090 U.S. Highway 70, Swannanoa, NC 28778 orthC o in
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone] [✓
Customer Service: 1-877-623-6748
Internet: wvvw.ncwaterguality.org

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United States Environmental Protection Agency
Form Approved.
EPA Washington, D.C. 20460
OMB No. 2040-0057
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 INI 2 I5I 31 NCO037711 I11 121 09/06/30 117 18I3I 19ISI 201
Remarks
211 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Li 61
Inspection Work Days Facility Self -Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----- --------- ---------- Reserved-----------
67I 1.0 169 70 13 I 711 I 721 NJ 73IW I 174 751 I I I I I I 180
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
Entry Time/Date
Permit Effective Date
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
02:15 PM 09/06/30
07/11/01
Exit Time/Date
Permit Expiration Date
Hudson Rd NCSR 1616
Highlands NC 28741
02.45 PM 09/06/30
12/08/31
Name(s) of Onsite Representative (s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
Other Facility Data
Dale Howard Wike/ORC/828-293-9396/
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Contacted
Bland O'Conner,PO Box 1709 Highlands NC 28741//828-526-3021/82852681�7
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Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit E Operations & Maintenance ® Records/Reports ® Facility Site Review
Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s) i!;��I Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Wanda P Frazier ARO WQ//828-296-4500 Ext.4662/
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Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
" 714 O 91
tI
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page # 1

NPDES
3I NCO037711 I11 12
yr/mo/day Inspection Type
09/06/30 I17 18ICI
(cont.) 1
Section D: Summary; of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Operators:
The certified, contract operators from Environmental Inc., Dale Wike and Joe David Hall,
assisted in the inspection.
Operator in Responsible Charge: Dale Wike -Grade II - Certificate # 27314
Back-up Operator: Joe David Hall - Grade II - Certificate # pending
Treatment Units / Process ,Control Testing / Effluent Data:
The activated sludge aeration basin process control data was as follows:
Settleable Solids = 250 ml/I = 25%
The effluent data was as follows:
Dissolved Oxygen = 6.5 mg/I
pH = 7.5 standard units
Temperature = 19.0 degrees Celcius
Total Residual Chlorine present after dechlorination = 15 ug/I
Records & Reports:
A review of the files indicates that the last compliance evaluation inspection was
conducted on 4-10-2008 by Janet Cantwell.
The permit expires on 8I 31-2012. Please request a permit renewal 6 months prior to
expiration. A renewal notice will be mailed as a reminder.
The Annual Performance Report for 7-1-2007 to 6-30-2008, was received on October 16, 2009.
The log book was present on -site and had good notation of daily events.
Operations & Maintenance / Summary:
This facility appears to be well operated and maintained.
Effluent:
The effluent appeared to be clear, indicating compliance with permit limits.
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Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association VWVfP
Inspection Date: 06/30/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Permit
Yes
No
NA
NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new application?
n
n
■
n
Is the facility as described in the permit?
■
n
n
n
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
n
0
❑
n
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
®
n
n
n
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
®n
n
n
Comment:
Aeration Basins
Yes
No
NA
NE
Mode of operation
Type of aeration system
Is the basin free of dead spots?
®
n
n
n
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
n
n
■
n
Are the diffusers operational?
■
n
n
n
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
■
n
n
n
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin's surface?
®
n
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?
■
❑
n
n
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/1)
■
n
n
n
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier
Yes
No
NA
NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
n
n
■
n
Are weirs level?
■
❑
n
n
Is the site free of weir blockage?
®
n
n
n
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
®
n
n
n
Is scum removal adequate?
®
n
n
n
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
®
n
n
❑
Is the drive unit operational?
n
n
®
n
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
®
n
n
n
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
■
n
n
n
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately'/4 of the sidewall depth)
■
n
n
n
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Permit: NCO037711
Inspection Date: 06130/2009
Secondary Clarifier
Comment:
Filtration (High Rate Tertiary;)
Type of operation:
Is the filter media present?
Is the filter surface free of cloggig?
Is the filter free of growth?
Is the air scour operational?
Is the scouring acceptable?
Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association wWTP
Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
i
Is the clear well free of excessive solids and filter media?
Comment: The dual filters are not in operation, due to low flows from this seasonal
facility. The flow for the previous day was only 480 gallons.
Disinfection -Tablet
Are tablet chlorinators operation Ial?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de -chlorination?
Comment:
De -chlorination
Type of system ?
Is the feed ratio proportional to (chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de -chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de -chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Effluent Pipe
Yes No NA NE
Yes No NA NE
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n.n■n
Yes No NA NE
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Yes No NA NE
Tablet
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Permit: NCO037711 Owner - Facility: VZ TOP Homeowners Association VWVTP
Inspection Date: 06/30/2009 Inspection Type: Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA . NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris? ® ❑ ❑ ❑
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly? fl ❑ a ❑
Comment:
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping? ®❑ ❑ ❑
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable Solids, pH, DO, Sludge ■ ❑ ❑ ❑
Judge, and other that are applicable?
Comment:
Page # 5

Central Files: APS SVVP
09/01 /09
Permit Number WQCSD0457 Permit Tracking Slip
Program Category
Status
Project Type
Non -discharge
Active
New Project
Permit Type
Version
Permit Classification
Deemed permitted collection system management and operation
1.00
Individual
Primary Reviewer
Permit Contact
Affiliation
wanda.frazier
Coastal SW Rule
Permitted Flow
Facili
Facility Name
Major/Minor Region
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Minor Asheville
Location Address
County
Hudson Rd NCSR 1616
Macon
Highlands NC 28741
Facility Contact Affiliation
Mark Fredrick Teague
PO Box 954
Cullowhee NC 287230954
Owner
Owner Name
Owner Type
Vz Top Homeowner's Association Inc
Non -Government
Owner Affiliation
James K. Picklesimer
PO Box 1709
Highlands NC 28741
Dates/Events
Scheduled
Orig Issue App Received Draft Initiated Issuance
Public Notice Issue Effective Expiration
06/30/09 06/30/09 06/30/09 06130/09
.egulated Activities
Condominium
Outfall NULL
Waterbody Name Stream Index Number Current Class Subbasin

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WATER QUALITY SECTION'
ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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P.O. Box 954, Cvllowhee, NC 28723 (50 West,Sylya, Shopping Center, Sylva, NC 28779)
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone],
E-mail: [e-mail]
August 1, 2009
Attn.: System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Annual Report
NPDES # NCO037711
VZ Top
Macon County
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The attached document is pursuant to House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of 1999,
which was signed into law by the Governor on July 21, 1999. The legislation is intended
to instill public oversight by requiring spill notification and annual reporting by all entities
owning or operating wastewater treatment facilities in the state of North Carolina.
Concerned persons may obtain more detailed information concerning the above
referenced facility by contacting me at [phone].
Si rel ,
Dale Wike
Operator in Responsible Charge
Encl.: Annual Report
CC: Bobby Jenkins

PERFORMANCE ANNUAL REPORT
I. General Information
Facility and System Name:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
NCSR 1616
Macon County
Permit: NCO037711
Owner:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
Operator:
Environmental, Inc.
ORC:
Dale Wilke
P.O. Box 954
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Raw sewage generated by VZ Top is collected in lift station basins and transported via grinder
pumps to a 22,000 GPD package wastewater treatment plant. The plant includes an aeration
basin, clarifier filters, digester, a chlorine contact basin and a dechlorination basin. The facility
is currently, permitted to discharge 22,000 GPD.
II. PERFORMANCE
Summary of System Performance July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009
Analytical results indicate that no permitted monthly limits were exceeded during the reporting
period. In addition, no bypasses or overflows occurred.
III. NOTIFICATION
A copy of this report is available by contacting:
VZ Top Homeowners Associates
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify this report has been made available to users or customers of VZ
Top Homeowners Association.
Dale Wike
Operator in Responsible Charge
Environmental, Inc. 8/1/09

NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
April 27, 2009
Mr. James K Picklesimer
VZ Top Homeowner's Assn. Inc.
PO Box 1709
Highlands, NC 28741
Dear Mr. Picklesimer:
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject.- NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0072
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
A review of VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for January 2009
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Total Suspended Solids
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Fecal Coliform
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Ammonia Nitrogen
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the
comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject
violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional
information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the
attention of Wanda Frazier.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance
problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for
a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for additional information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier or me at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: WQ Central Files one
Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit NQrtCarolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX [phone]

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North Carolina. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins
Governor Director
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
Mr. James K Picklesimer
VZ Top Homeowner's Assn: Inc.
PO Box 1709
Highlands, NC 28741
Dear Mr. Picklesimer:
April 27, 2009
Dee Freeman
Secretary
Subject: NOTICE-QF:VIOLATION .
NOV-2009-MV-0073
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
A review of VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for November 2008
showed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow, MGD
11/30/2008
Continuous
Failure to monitor continuously (7 days / week)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the
comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject
violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional
information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the
attention of Wanda Frazier.
The Division of Water Qualitymay -pursue enforcement actions for this and' any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance
problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for
a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for additional information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier or me at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra, Western NPDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit NorthCarolina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX [phone]

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NCDENR
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H, Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
April 27, 2009
Mr. James K Picklesimer
VZ Top Homeowner's Assn. Inc.
PO Box 1709
Highlands, NC 28741
Dear Mr. Picklesimer:
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0072
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
A review of VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for January 2009
showed the following violations:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Total Suspended Solids
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Biochemical Oxygen Demand
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Fecal Coliform
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Ammonia Nitrogen
01/10/2009
Weekly
Failure to monitor weekly
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the
comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject
violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional
information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the
attention of Wanda Frazier.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance
problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you -may wish to consider applying for
a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for additional information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier or me at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
0
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: WQ Central Files o�'t
Bob Guerra, Western NPIDES Point Source Compliance Enforcement Unit n'�rci caro;ina
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org FAX [phone]

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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Water Quality
Beverly Eaves Perdue Coleen H. Sullins Dee Freeman
Governor Director Secretary
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
Mr. James K Picklesimer
VZ Top Homeowner's Assn. Inc.
PO Box 1709
Highlands, NC 28741
Dear Mr. Picklesimer:
April 27, 2009
Subject: NOTICE OF VIOLATION
NOV-2009-MV-0073
Permit No. NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
A review of VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP's monitoring report for November 2008
showed the following violation:
Parameter
Date
Measuring Frequency
Violation
Flow, MGD
11/30/2008
Continuous
Failure to monitor continuously (7 days / week)
Remedial actions, if not already implemented, should be taken to correct any problem. Since the
comments section on the reverse of the relevant DMR provided an adequate explanation for the subject
violation, it is not requested that a response be submitted: however, should you have additional
information concerning the violations or comments which you wish to present, please submit them to the
attention of Wanda Frazier.
The Division of Water Quality may pursue enforcement actions for this and any additional
violations. If the violations are of a continuing nature, not related to operation and/or maintenance
problems, and you anticipate remedial construction activities, then you may wish to consider applying for
a Special Order by Consent. You may contact Keith Haynes of this office for additional information.
If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Wanda Frazier or me at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Regional Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: WQ Central Files
Bob Guerra, In/extern nIP�1FC Point Cni,mc Compliance EnforcementnI I i+ n�": carol ,:
Source Ipliance Unit I4,11.1, carol 1ir,a
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North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 U.S. Highway 70 Swannanoa, N.C. 28778 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterquality.orq FAX [phone]

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ENVIROMMENTAL
P.O. Box 954 (5690 Old Cullowhee Road), Cullowhee, North Carolina, 28723
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
August 1, 2008
Attn.: System Performance Annual Report
North Carolina Division of Water Quality
1617 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
Re: Annual Report (7-/ -0 7
NPDES # NCO037711
VZ Top
Macon County
2008
DENR , WATER QUALITY
POINT SOURCE BRANCH
The attached document is pursuant to House Bill 1160, the Clean Water Act of 1999,
which was signed into law by the Governor on July 21, 1999. The legislation is intended
to instill public oversight by requiring spill notification and annual reporting by all entities
owning or operating wastewater treatment facilities in the state of North Carolina.
Concerned persons may obtain more detailed information concerning the above
referenced facility by contacting me at [phone].
Sincerely,
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Encl.: Annual Report
CC: Bobby Jenkins
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WATER QUALITY SECTION
ASHEVILLE REGIC.NIA. OFFICE

PERFORMANCE, ANNUAAPORT
I. General Information
Facility and System Name:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
NCSR 1616
Macon County
Permit: NCO037711
Owner:
VZ Top Homeowners Association
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC, 28741
Operator:
Environmental; Inc.
ORC:
Mark Teague
P.O. Box 954
Cullowhee, NC 28723
Description of Collection System or Treatment Process:
Raw sewage generated by VZ Top is collected in lift station basins and transported via grinder
pumps to a 22,000 GPD package wastewater treatment plant. The plant includes an aeration
basin, clarifier filters, digester, a chlorine contact basin and a dechlorination basin. The facility
is currently permitted to discharge 22,000 GPD.
II. PERFORMANCE
Summary of,System Performance July 1, 2007 to June 30, 2008
Analytical results indicate that no permitted monthly limits were exceeded during the reporting
period. In addition, no bypasses or overflows occurred.
III. NOTIFICATION
A copy of this report is available by contacting:
VZ Top Homeowners Associates
P.O. Box 1790
Highlands, NC 28741
IV. CERTIFICATION
I certify under penalty of law that this report is complete and accurate to the best of my
knowledge. I further certify this report has been made available to users or customers of VZ
Top Homeowners Association.
Mark Teague
Operator in Responsible Charge
Environmental, Inc. 8/1/08

�0W A TF9Q Michael F. Easley, Governor
�0 G William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
p Coleen H. Sullins; Director
Division o IV)ater Quality
APR 1 6 2008 _r
April 8, 2008 j
Mr. Will Stolz _
Rainwater Partners, LLC
366 North Main Street, Suite 400
Alpharetta, Georgia 30004
Subject: Permit No. WQ0032733
Express Permit
Low Pressure Sewer System
Rainwater Subdivision
Macon County
Dear Mr. Stolz: V ,-,- E 7 —o / )
In accordance with your Express.Permit application received March 18, 2008, and additional
information received by the Division, we are forwarding herewith Permit No. WQ0032733 dated
April 8, 2008, to Rainwater Partners, LLC for the construction and operation of the subject
wastewater collection system.
This Permit shall be effective from the date of issuance until rescinded, and shall be subject .
to the conditions and limitations as specified therein.
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.
Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted facility
has been installed in accordance with the approved plans and specifications. Mail the
Certification to the Construction Grants &. Loans Section, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh,
North Carolina 27699-1633. (Engineer's Certification Form is attached.)
One set of approved plans and specifications is being forwarded to you.
NorthCarolina
Naturldlf
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwaterguality.org 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 FAX [phone]
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Mr. Will Stolz
April 8, 2008
Page 2
If you need additional information concerning this matter, please contact State Review Engineer
Adrian Eaton at (919715-3283 or Ken Pohlig, Ph.D., P.E., Acting Supervisor at (919) 715 - 6221.
Sincerely,
jColeen H. Sullins
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cc: Macon County iealth Department
Ken Pohlig, Ph.D., P.E., Acting Supervisor
Daniel M. Blaisdell P.E.
Adrian Eaton
VZ Top Homeowners Association, 8550 United Plaza Blvd, Suite 1001, Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Asheville Regional Office, Water Quality Section (Permit NC0037711)
Victor Lofquist, P.E., Lofquist and Associates, 11 Citrus Dr., Sylva, NC 28779
Permit Application File WQ0032733

NORTH CAROLINA
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
RALEIGH
WASTEWATER COLLECTION 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
RAINWATER PARTNERS, LLC
Macon County
FOR THE
construction and operation of approximately 1145 linear feet of 2-inch pressure sewer pipe, a
pressure sewer collection system consisting of 8 simplex pump stations, on -site audible and
visual high water alarms, to serve 7 single family three bedroom residential homes and 1 single
family two be home as a part of the Rainwater Subdivision, and the discharge of 3,600
GPD of collected wastewater into the VZJQpHomeowner's Association WWTF (NC0037711)
pursuant to the application received on March 18, 2008, and subsequent additional information
received by the Division, and in conformity with the project plans, specifications, and other
supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment and Natural
Resources 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 following specified conditions and limitations:
1. This permit shall become voidable unless the facilities are constructed in accordance with the
conditions of this permit, the approved plans and specifications, 'and other supporting data.
2. This permit is effective only with respect to the nature and volume of wastes described in the
application and other supporting data.
3. 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
.0400. Ifan individual permit is not required, the following performance criteria shall be met
as provided in 15A NCAC 2T .0400:
(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 actively maintained.

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Mr. Will Stolz
April 8, 2008
Permit No. WQ00327 3
Page 2
(c) An operati n and maintenance plan including pump station inspection frequency,
preventatiN a maintenance schedule, spare parts inventory and overflow response shall
be developed and implemented.
(d) Pump stations that are not connected to a telemetry system (i.e., remote alarm system)
shall be in pected by the permittee or its representative every day (i.e., 365 days per
year). Punip stations that are connected to a telemetry system shall be inspected at
least once per week.
(e) High -priority sewers shall be inspected by the permittee or its representative at least
once ever six -months and inspections are documented.
(f) A general bservation by the permittee or its representative 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 02B .0506(a), and public notice shall be provided as
required by G.S. 143-215.1 C.
(h) A Grease Control Program shall be established as follows:
(i) For publicly owned collection systems, the Grease Control Program shall
inc ude at least bi-annual distribution of educational materials for both
cominercial 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
leg 1 means to control grease entering the system from other public and
pri ate satellite sewer systems.
(ii) Fo 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.
(iii) Gr ase education materials shall be distributed more often than required in
Parts (i) and (ii) of this Subparagraph if necessary to prevent grease -related
sanitary sewer overflows.
(i) Right -of- says and easements shall be maintained in the full easement width for
personnel nd equipment accessibility.
0) Document ition shall be kept for Subparagraphs (a) through (i) for a minimum of three
years with exception of the map, which shall be maintained for the life of the system.
i
4. The sewage and wastewater collected by this system shall be treated in the VZ Top
Homeowner's As' ociation WWTF (NC0037711) existing sewerage system prior to being
discharged.
5. This permit is not transferable. In the event there is a desire for the facilities to change
ownership, or Q,re is a name change of the Permittee, a formal permit request must be
submitted to the Division of Water Quality (Division) accompanied by an application fee,
documentation frl m the parties involved, and other supporting materials as may be
appropriate. The approval of this request will 'be considered on its merits and may or may
not be approved.

11
Mr. Will Stolz
April 8, 2008
Permit No. WQ0032733
Page .3
6. Construction of the sewers,- pump station(s) and force main 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.
7. A copy of the approved plans and specifications shall be maintained on file by the Permittee
for the life of the wastewater collection facilities.
8: `Upon completion of construction and prior to operation of this permitted,1 facility, a
certification must be received from a professional engineer certifying that the permitted
facility has been installed in accordance with this permit, the approved :.plans and
specifications, and other supporting materials. If this project is to be completed in phases
and partially certified, you shall retain the responsibility to track further construction
approved under the same permit, and shall provide a final certificate of completion once the
entire project has been completed. Mail the Certification to the Construction Grants & Loans
Section, 1633 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633. (Engineer's
Certification Form is attached.)
9. Failure to; abide by the conditions and limitations contained in this permit may subject the
Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division, in accordance with North Carolina
General Statute 143-215.6A to 143-215.6C.
10. The issuance of this permit does not exempt the Permittee from complying with any and all
statutes, rules, regulations, or ordinances that may be imposed by other government agencies
(i.e., local, state, and federal) having jurisdiction, including but not limited to applicable river
buffer rules in 15A NCAC 2B .0200, soil erosion and sedimentation control requirements in
15A NCAC Chapter 4 and under the Division's General Permit NCG010000, and any
requirements pertaining to wetlands under 15A NCAC 2B .0200 and 15A NCAC 2H .0500.
11. The Permittee shall provide for the pump station and force main the following items:
(a) Pump Station Reliability:
(i) Pump stations, except when exempted by Subparagraph 0)(2) of 15'A NCAC
02T.0305, shall be designed with multiple pumps such that peak flow can be
pumped with the largest pump out of service.
(ii) A standby power source or pump is required at all pump stations except for
those pump stations subject to Subparagraph 0)(2) of 15A NCAC 02T.0305.
Controls shall be provided to automatically activate the standby source and
signal an alarm condition.
(iii) As an alternative to Part (ii) for pump stations with an average daily design
flow less than 15,000 gallons per day as calculated using 15A NCAC
02T.0114, a portable power source or pumping capability maybe utilized. It
shall be demonstrated to the Division that the portable source is owned or
contracted by the permittee 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.

Mr. Will Stolz
April 8, 2008 j
Permit No. WQ00327 3
Page 4
(iv) As alternative to Part (ii) for pump or vacuum stations connecting a single
building to an alternative sewer system, wet well storage requirements shall be
documented to provide 24-hours worth of wastewater storage or, exceed the
gre test power outage over the last three years or the documented response
tim to replace a failed pump, whichever is greater. Documentation shall be
req fired pursuant to the permit application.
(v) All pump stations designed for two pumps or more shall have a telemetry
system to provide remote notification of a problem condition to include power
faiftire and high water alarm.
(vi) High water audio and visual alarm.
(b) Pump stations shall have a permanent weatherproof sign stating the pump station
identifie , 24-hour emergency number and instructions to call in case of emergency.
Simplex ump or vacuum stations serving a single-family residence shall have a
placard r sticker placed inside the control panel with a 24-hour emergency contact
number.
(c) Screen vents for all wet wells.
(d) The public shall be restricted access to !the site and equipment.
(e) Air relie valves shall be provided at all high points along force mains where the
vertical istance exceeds ten feet.
12. In the event that the facilities fail to perform satisfactorily, including the creation of nuisance
conditions, the Permittee shall take immediate corrective action, including those that may be
required by this Division, such as the construction of additional or replacement wastewater
collection facilities.
13. The facilities shall. be constructed in accordance with the requirements of the North Carolina
Sedimentation Pollution Control Act.
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14. if applicable, the Operational Agreement between the Permittee and the Environmental
Management Co mission is incorporated herein by reference and is made a condition
of this Permit. oncompliance with the terms of the Operational Agreement may
subject the Permittee to an enforcement action by the Division in accordance with
North Carolina General Statute 143-215.6A to' 143-215.6C. A copy of the Articles of
Incorporation, D clarations, and Bylaws that have been properly filed shall be
submitted with the engineer's certification prior!, to operation.
15. Any abandoning of the existing facilities must be done in accordance with the requirements
of the Division of Water Quality's Asheville Regional Office.
16. Noncompliance Notification:
The Permittee shall verbally report to a water quality staff member at the Asheville Regional
Office, telephone number [phone], as soon as possible, but in no case more than 24
hours or on the next working day following the occurrence or first knowledge of the
occurrence of eith r of the following:

Mr. Will Stolz
April 8, 2008
Permit No. WQ0032733
Page 5
a. Any process unit failure, due to known or unknown reasons, that render the facility
incapable of adequate wastewater transport such as mechanical or electrical failures of
pumps, line blockage or breakage, etc.
b. Any failure of a pumping station or sewer line resulting in a by-pass directly to receiving
waters without treatment of all or any portion of the influent to such station or facility.
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 Part I of Form CS-SSO (or the most current Division
approved form), within five days following first knowledge of the occurrence. This
report shall outline the actions taken or proposed to ensure that the problem does not
recur. Per Condition I(2), 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.
17. The Permittee shall maintain on hand for immediate installation a supply of spare, fully
operational pump units of each type used in the pressure sewer system. The number of
pumps on hand shall not be less than 10 percent of the number of installed units or one unit,
whichever is greater.
18. Each pump station shall be clearly and conspicuously posted with the telephone number of
the owner/operator of the pressure sewer system and instructions to call the number in the
event of high water alarm activation.
Permit issued this the 8th Day of April 2008
NORTH CAROLINA ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT COMMISSION
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission
Permit No. WQ0032733

Mr. Will Stolz
Rainwater Partners, LLC
Permit No. WQ0032733
Issued April 8,2008
ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATION
as a duly registered Professional Engineer in the
State of North Carolina, having been authorized to observe (periodically/weekly/full time) the
construction of the low pressure sewer collection system serving the Rainwater Subdivision,
located in Macon County, hereby state that to the best of my abilities, due care and diligence was
used in the observation of the following construction:
approximately 1145 linear feet of 2-inch pressure sewer pipe, a pressure sewer collection system
consisting of 8'simplex pump stations, on -site audible and visual high water alarms, to serve 7
single family three bedroom residential homes and 1 single family two bedroom residential home
as a part of the' Rainwater Subdivision, and in conformity with the project plans, specifications,
and other supporting data subsequently filed and approved by the Department of Environment
and Natural Resources.
I certify that the construction of the above referenced project was observed to be built within
substantial compliance and intent of the approved plans and specifications.
Signature
Date
Registration No.
Mail this Certification to: DENR/DWQ
Construction Grants & Loans Section
1633 Mail Service Center.
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1633.
Note: If the wastewater collection permit was issued to a private entity under an
Operational Agreement with the Environmental Management Commission, then a
copy of the Articles of Incorporation, Declarations, and Bylaws that have been
properly filed with the applicable County's Register of Deeds shall be submitted
with this certification.

STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
COUNTY OF
Permit No. 0ty a 3 ZT 7
DEVELOPER'S OPERATIONAL AGREEMENT
This AGREEMENT made pursuant to G.S. 143-215.1 (dl) and entered into this day of
by and between the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, an agency of the State of North Carolina, hereinafter known as the COMMISSION; and
RAINWATER PARTNERS, LLC , a corporation/general partnership registered/licensed to do business in
the State of North Carolina, hereinafter known as the DEVELOPER.
WITNESSETH:
1. The DEVELOPER is the owner of the certain lands lying in Macon County, upon which it is
erecting and will erect dwelling units and other improvements, said development to be known
as RAINWATER (hereinafter the Development).
2. The DEVELOPER desires, to construct a wastewater collection system with pumps, wastewater treatment
works, and/or disposal facilities (hereinafter Disposal System) to provide sanitary sewage disposal to serve
the Development on said lands.
3. The DEVELOPER has applied to the COMMISSION for the issuance of a permit pursuant to G.S. 143-
2;15.1 to construct, maintain, and operate the Disposal System.
4. The DEVELOPER has created or shall create unit ownership in said dwellings units, other improvements
and lands through filing of a Declaration of Unit Ownership (hereinafter Declaration), pursuant to Chapter
47C or 47F of the North Carolina General Statutes.
5. The DEVELOPER has caused to be formed or will cause to be formed at the time of filing of the
Declaration, the RAINWATER HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION (hereinafter
Association), a non-profit corporation organized and existing under and by the virtue of the laws of the
State of North Carolina, for the purpose, among others, of handling the property, affairs and business of
the Development; of operating, maintaining, re -constructing and repairing the common elements of the
lands and improvements subject to unit ownership, including the Disposal System; and of collecting dues
and assessments to provide funds for such operation, maintenance, re -construction and repair.
6. The COMMISSION desires to assure that the Disposal System of the Development is properly
constructed, maintained and operated in accordance with law and permit provisions in order to protect the
quality of the waters of the State and the public interest therein.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and the benefits to, be derived by each of the parties
hereto, the COMMISSION and DEVELOPER do hereby mutually agree as follows:
1. The DEVELOPER shall construct the Disposal System iA accordance with the permit and plans and
specifications. hereafter issued and approved by the COMMISSION, and shall thereafter properly operate
and maintain such systems and facilities in accordance with applicable permit provisions and law.
2. The DEVELOPER shall not transfer ownership and/or control of the Disposal System to the Association
until construction has been completed in accordance with the permit and approved plans, and the staff of
the Division of Water Quality has inspected and approved of the facilities. In order to change the name of
the permit holder, the DEVELOPER must request that the permit be reissued to the Association. The
request must include a copy of the Association Bylaws and Declaration.
3. The DEVELOPER shall not transfer, convey, assign or otherwise relinquish or release its responsibility
for the operation and maintenance of its Disposal System until a permit has been reissued to the
DEVELOPER's successor.

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4. The DEVELOPER s all provide in the Declarations and Association Bylaws that the Disposal System and
appurtenances theret are part of the common elements and shall thereafter be properly maintained and
operated in conformify with law and the provisionsi of the permit for construction, operation, repair, and
maintenance of the system and facilities. The Declaration and Bylaws shall identify the entire wastewater
treatment, collection �nd disposal system as a common element which will receive the highest priority for
expenditures by the Association except for Federal, State, and local taxes and insurance.
5. The DEVELOPER shall provide in the Declaration and Association Bylaws that the Disposal System will
.be maintained out of the common expenses. In order to assure that there shall be funds readily available to
repair, maintain or c nstruct the Disposal System, beyond the routine operation and maintenance
expenses, the Declar ition and Association Bylaws, shall provide that a fund be created out of the common
expenses. Such fimc shall be separate from the routine maintenance funds allocated for the facility and
shall be part of the y arly budget.
6. In the event the common expense allocation and separate fund are not adequate for the construction,
repair, and maintenance of the Disposal System, the Declaration and Association Bylaws shall provide for
special assessments I o cover such necessary costs. There shall be no limit on the amount of such
assessments, and the Declaration and Bylaws shall provide that such special assessments can be made as
necessary at any tim .
7. If a wastewater collection system and wastewater treatment and/or disposal facility provided by any city,
town, village, count, water and sewer authorities, or other unit of government shall hereinafter become
available to serve the Development, the DEVELOPER shall take such action as is necessary to cause the
existing and future astewater of the Development to be accepted and discharged into said governmental
system, and shall covey or transfer as much of the Disposal System and such necessary easements as the
governmental unit ay require as condition of accepting the Development's wastewater.
8. Recognizing that it�ould be contrary to the public interest and to the public health, safety and welfare for
the Association to a ter into voluntary dissolution without having made adequate provision for the
continued proper maintenance, repair and operation of its Disposal System, the DEVELOPER shall
provide in the Association Bylaws that the Association shall not enter into voluntary dissolution without
first having transferred its said system and facilities to some person, corporation or other entity acceptable
to and approved by the COMMISSION by the issuance of a permit.
9. The agreements set orth in numbered paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 above shall be conditions of any
permit issued by the COMMISSION to the DEVELOPER for the construction, maintenance, repair and
operation of the Dis sal System.
10. A copy of this agreement shall be filed at the Register of Deeds in the County(ies) where the Declaration is
filed and in the offs es of the Secretary of State of North Carolina with the Articles of Incorporation of the
Association.
IN WITNESS WHE
representative of the
FOR THE
CO
Coleen H. Sullins, Direc
Division of Water Quali
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(Date)
this agreement was executed in duplicate originals by the duly authorized
s hereto on the day and year written as indicated by each of the parties named below:
JTAL RAINWATER PARTNERS, LLC
ISSION Name of DEVE PE -
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Print Name and Title
1 I`76 10�5
(Date)

PROCEDURE 4 REQUEST FORM
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERCS UNIT
TOCRM❑
Mike Mickey- Winston-Salem Regional Office
❑
Dee Browder- Mooresville Regional Office
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Hughie White - Fayetteville Regional Office
❑
Wayne Bryant - Washington Regional Office
❑
Barry Herzberg - Raleigh Regional Office
❑
Charlie Stehman - Wilmington Regional Office
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Roy Davis - Asheville Regional Office
DTOROM Adrian Eaton
919-715-3283
919-715-6229 (FAX)
[e-mail]
Application Number:
Applicant:
Project Name:
Project Type:
Flow Type
Date: feb 11, 2008
WQ0032733 County: macon
Rainwater partners LLC
Rainwater Subdivision
Fast -Track ❑ Pressure Sewer ® Name Change ❑ Change of Ownership ❑
Pump Station/Force Main
Gravity Sewer
DOM ® COM ❑
Receiving Facility: VZ Top HOA WWTF
❑ Vacuum Sewer ❑
❑ Express Permit ❑
IND ❑
Receiving Facility Permit: NCO037711
Flow Volume (GPD): 3,600 Engineer: Victor Lofquist
SOC Project? ❑ YES ® NO
SEPA Project ❑ YES ® NO FONSI Issued? ❑ YES ® NO
Pretreatment Program? ❑ YES ® NO Other Issues:
•• o 0 o s o e o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 o s o 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0•
WWTP Approval: XYES ❑ NO
Disp. Method (Spray, Drip, etc.) Approval: RYES ❑ NO ❑N/A
Comments: ✓ �� ' p
Regional Office Signature: Date: dal 1 .�
PLEASE RESPOND WITHIN FIVE DAYS OF RECEIPT

WAj�C
Michael F. Easley, Governor
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William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
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Coleen H. Sullins, Director
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Division of Water Quality
SURFACE WATER PROTECTION SECTION
September 6, 2007
Mr. Picklesimer
Vz Top Homeowner's Association Inc
PO Box 1709
Highlands, NC 28741
SUBJECT: Wastewater Collection System
Owner & Operator Requirements
VZ TOP Homeowners Association
NCO037711
Macon County
Dear Mr. Picklesimer:
I would like to take this opportunity to discuss the requirements for sewerage collection
systems that were first established in 15 NCAC .02H .0200 in March 2000 and are now found in
15 NCAC 2T .0403, Waste Not Discharged to Surface Waters, which became effective
September 1, 2006. These Regulations place significant operation, maintenance and reporting
requirements on those entities that own or operate a wastewater collection system with average
daily flows of less than 200,000 gallons per day.
These regulations are applicable to your facility. This letter is provided as guidance
to assist you in complying with the new reporting and operations and maintenance (O&M)
requirements and to advise you that you are subject to system review, inspections and possible
enforcement, if the system is not in compliance with the regulation.
For your convenience and easy reference, a highlight of these requirements and the
following guidance are offered (see enclosed). You may find the regulations using the following
web site: http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/peres/Collection%20Systems/Collection Systems Home. htmI
The Asheville Regional Office will be increasing the level of oversight, compliance
activities and enforcement relating to collections systems, therefore, we wanted to be sure you
are aware of the requirements for these systems. We will be performing NPDES Wastewater
Collection System inspections sometime in the near future.
NorthCarolina
1AW11tally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 2090 US Hwy 70; Swannanoa, NC 28778 Phone [phone]
Internet: www..ncwaterquality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748 FAX [phone]
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If this Office has hot previously inspected your wastewater collection system and records
of same, you should b6 prepared to demonstrate compliance with all criteria listed above.
Enclosed is an inspection form that you can use to assemble your records prior to an inspection
by the staff of this Office.
This Office has a Wastewater Treatment Plant Consultant on staff to offer assistance to
you in complying with the requirements of these regulations. Should you have questions or
need additional information regarding this issue, please contact Don Price at [phone].
Should you have any other questions concerning this correspondence or the
requirements relating to collection systems, please contact Roy Davis or Keith Haynes at 828-
296-4500.
Sincerely,
Roger C. Edwards, Supervisor
Surface Water Protection Section
cc: Deborah Gore - PERCS Unit - w/out enclosures
A-shev I;Ie_,Regional,-Office-facility-file---w/out-enclos.ures ___
WQ - SWPS Central Office Files - w/out enclosures

Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
September 21, 2007
Mr. Freddie Flynt
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc
P&N 8550 United Plaza Blvd.; Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Subject: Issuance of NPDES Permit NCO037711
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Macon County
Dear Mr. Flynt:
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
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ASHEVILLE REGIONAL OFFICE
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Division personnel have reviewed and approved your application for renewal of the subject permit.
Accordingly, we are forwarding the attached NPDES discharge permit. This permit is issued pursuant
to the requirements of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1 and the Memorandum of Agreement
between North Carolina and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency dated May 9, 1994 (or as
subsequently amended).
This final permit includes no substantial changes from the draft permit sent to you on July .18, 2007.
If any parts, measurement frequencies or sampling requirements contained in this permit are
unacceptable to you, you have the right to an adjudicatory hearing upon written request within thirty
(30) days following receipt of this letter. This request must be in the form of a written petition,
conforming to Chapter 150B of the North Carolina General Statutes, and filed with the Office of .
Administrative Hearings (6714 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-6714). Unless
such demand is made, this decision shall be final and binding.
Please note that this permit is not transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may
require modification or revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal
requirements to obtain other permits which may be required by the Division of Water Quality or permits
required by the Division of Land Resources, the Coastal Area Management Act or any other Federal or
Local governmental permit that may be required.
If you have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Bob Sledge at telephone number (919)
733-5083, extension 547.
Sincerely,
CPee. Sullins
cc: Central Files
AsheullleRegonal Office/Surface�Water.Protection Section? NotrthCarolina
NPDES Unit Naturally
North Carolina Division of Water Quality 1617 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 Phone [phone] .Customer Service
Internet: www.ncwatcrqualitv.oro Location: 512 N. Salisbury St. Raleigh, NC 27604 Fax [phone]
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Permit NCO037711. .
DEPAR
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES
DIVISION OF WATER QUALITY
PERMIT
DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER TEE.
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other lawful standards
and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina Environmental Management
Commission, and tlie Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as 'amended, the
VZTOP Homeowners 'Association, Inc.
is hereby 4uthorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
VZTOP Homeowners Association, Inc. WWTP
Off NCSR.1616
Southwest of Highlands
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as Brooks Creek in the Savannah River Basin
in accordance with effluint limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions set forth in Parts
I, II, Ill and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective November 1, 2007.,
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31, 2012.
Signed this day September 21, 2007.
4 -A &&).� -
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Latitude: 35/0115411 Stream Class: B-Trout
Longitude:63*1312611 Subbasin:031301
Quad # G6SW
Receiving Stream: Brooks Creek
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NC0037711-VZTOP Homeowners Assoc. WWTP
Macon County

Permit NCO037711
S
PPLEMENT TO PERMIT COVER SHEET
'All previous NPDES P
-,rnits issued to this facility, whether for operation or discharge are hereby
revoked. As of this pen
t issuance, any previously issued permit bearing this number is no longer
effective. Therefore, the exclusive,
authority to operate and discharge from this facility arises under the
permit conditions,
requirements, terms, 'and provisions included herein.
The VZ
OP Homeowners Association, Inc. is hereby authorized to:
1. Continue to operate an
existing 0.028 MGD extended aeration tertiary type wastewater treatment
system with the follo
ing components:
♦ Aeration basin
♦ Final clarification
with sludge return
♦ Dual filter beds
♦ Sludge holding to
k
♦ Chlorination
Dechlorination
♦ Flow measuring aT
d recording
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The facility is located
outhwest of Highlands at VZTOP Homeowners Association, Inc. W VTP
off of NCSR 1616 in
Macon County.
2: Discharge from said ti
Creek, classified B-Tr
eatment works at the location ;specified on the attached map into Brooks
)ut waters in the Savannah River Basin. -

Permit NCO037711
A. (L) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING REQUIREMENTS — FINAL
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until expiration, the
Permittee is authorized to discharge from outfall 001. Such discharges shall be limited and monitored
by the Permittee as specified below:
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EFFLUENT
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LIM1TS
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Average ffMazimum
SamFleType Sample Locafion
„UFrequency
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Flow
0.028 MGD
Continuous
Instantaneous
Influent or Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Residue
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
11.8 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
1= October 31
-(April
NH3, as N.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent '
November 1— March 31
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine
28 µg/L
2/Week
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
1pH1,
Weekly
I Grab
Effluent
Footnotes:
1. The pH shall not be less than 6.0 standard units nor greater than 9.0 standard units.
There shall be no discharge of floating solids or visible foam in other than trace amounts.

EPA
United States Environmental Protection Agency
Washington, D.C. 20460
Water Compliance Inspection Report
Form Approved.
OMB No. 2040-0057
Approval expires 8-31-98
Section A: National Data System Coding (i.e., PCS)
Transaction Code NPDES yr/mo/day Inspection Type Inspector Fac Type
1 N 52 NC0037711 17/05/17 C S31112171819 20
21 66
Inspection Work Days Facility Self-Monitoring Evaluation Rating B1 QA ----------------------Reserved-------------------
N67707172 73 74 75 80
Section B: Facility Data
Name and Location of Facility Inspected (For Industrial Users discharging to POTW, also include
POTW name and NPDES permit Number)
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Hudson Rd NCSR 1616
Highlands NC 28741
Entry Time/Date Permit Effective Date
Exit Time/Date Permit Expiration Date
09:50AM 17/05/17 12/11/01
Name(s) of Onsite Representative(s)/Titles(s)/Phone and Fax Number(s)
///
Other Facility Data
10:40AM 17/05/17 17/08/31
Name, Address of Responsible Official/Title/Phone and Fax Number
Bland O'Conner,PO Box 1709 Highlands NC 28741//828-526-3021/8285268027 Contacted
No
Section C: Areas Evaluated During Inspection (Check only those areas evaluated)
Permit Flow Measurement Operations & Maintenance Self-Monitoring Program
Sludge Handling Disposal Pollution Prevention Facility Site Review Effluent/Receiving Waters
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
(See attachment summary)
Name(s) and Signature(s) of Inspector(s)Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
Mikal Willmer ARO WQ//828-296-4686/
Signature of Management Q A Reviewer Agency/Office/Phone and Fax Numbers Date
EPA Form 3560-3 (Rev 9-94) Previous editions are obsolete.
Page#1
NPDES yr/mo/day
17/05/17
Inspection Type
C3111218
1
Section D: Summary of Finding/Comments (Attach additional sheets of narrative and checklists as necessary)
Inspector, Mikal Willmer, with the Asheville Regional Office conducted a Compliance Evaluation
Inspection of the VZ Top WWTP on May 18, 2017. This inspection was conducted to review the facility
in relation to the recent permit renewal. ORC, Brandon Buchanan was on-site and assisted in the
inspection.
Overall the plant appeared to be operating in compliance with Permit No. NC0037711. This facility
receives little to no flow in the off season (October-April). During the summer months, the average flow
is 4000 to 5000 GPD. Solids are brought in from other facilities to reseed the WWTP at the beginning
of the season. There is obvious corrosion throughout the plant, but repairs are being made as needed.
The ORC states he has not seen structural integrity issues from corrosion. All diffusers were recently
replaced. Corroded return pipes were replaced with larger diameter PVC pipes.
The plant is in a densely forested area, which requires additional housekeeping and maintenance of the
facility. Pine needles were coating the surface of the clarifier at the time of the inspection. The ORC
has installed a cage over the dechlorination chamber to prevent the build-up of pine needles. The plant
would benefit from some form of cover or structure over the treatment units.
ORC reports they do not see major issues with I&I. VZ Top maintenance maintains the collection
system and lift stations for the community. The deemed permitted collection system regulations are
attached for your reference.
NC0037711 17 (Cont.)
Page#2
Permit:NC0037711
Inspection Date:05/17/2017
Owner - Facility:
Inspection Type:
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Compliance Evaluation
Operations & Maintenance Yes No NA NE
Is the plant generally clean with acceptable housekeeping?
Does the facility analyze process control parameters, for ex: MLSS, MCRT, Settleable
Solids, pH, DO, Sludge Judge, and other that are applicable?
Brandon Buchanan, ORC, checks MLSS and DO regularly. Per the ORC, MLSS is usually
1000-1500 mg/L. ORC reports they do not have grease related issues. VZ Top maintains
the collection system and lift stations for the facility. Bobby Jenkins, VZ Top Maintenance,
uses a grease digester in each of the lift stations to reduce and eliminate issues within the
collection system.
Comment:
Permit Yes No NA NE
(If the present permit expires in 6 months or less). Has the permittee submitted a new
application?
Is the facility as described in the permit?
# Are there any special conditions for the permit?
Is access to the plant site restricted to the general public?
Is the inspector granted access to all areas for inspection?
The digester and filter beds are not in use. VZ Top may remove the filter beds in the future.Comment:
Bar Screens Yes No NA NE
Type of bar screen
a.Manual
b.Mechanical
Are the bars adequately screening debris?
Is the screen free of excessive debris?
Is disposal of screening in compliance?
Is the unit in good condition?
Comment:
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Mode of operation Ext. Air
Type of aeration system Diffused
Is the basin free of dead spots?
Are surface aerators and mixers operational?
Are the diffusers operational?
Is the foam the proper color for the treatment process?
Page#3
Permit:NC0037711
Inspection Date:05/17/2017
Owner - Facility:
Inspection Type:
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Compliance Evaluation
Aeration Basins Yes No NA NE
Does the foam cover less than 25% of the basin’s surface?
Is the DO level acceptable?
Is the DO level acceptable?(1.0 to 3.0 mg/l)
All diffusers have been replaced. Environmental Inc. is in the process of repairing one of the
blower motors. Replaced corroded return pipes with PVC pipes two years ago. Recently
fixed leak in air-line to diffusers. Blowers are set on timers. ORC tries to maintain DO below
3 mg/L.
Comment:
Secondary Clarifier Yes No NA NE
Is the clarifier free of black and odorous wastewater?
Is the site free of excessive buildup of solids in center well of circular clarifier?
Are weirs level?
Is the site free of weir blockage?
Is the site free of evidence of short-circuiting?
Is scum removal adequate?
Is the site free of excessive floating sludge?
Is the drive unit operational?
Is the return rate acceptable (low turbulence)?
Is the overflow clear of excessive solids/pin floc?
Is the sludge blanket level acceptable? (Approximately ¼ of the sidewall depth)
Comment:
Filtration (High Rate Tertiary)Yes No NA NE
Type of operation:
Is the filter media present?
Is the filter surface free of clogging?
Is the filter free of growth?
Is the air scour operational?
Is the scouring acceptable?
Is the clear well free of excessive solids and filter media?
These filters are no longer in use; ORC is bypassing tertiary filters and effluent is feeding
into chlorinator. The media no longer appears to be present. ORC states they hope to
remove the filters from the treatment system.
Comment:
Disinfection-Tablet Yes No NA NE
Page#4
Permit:NC0037711
Inspection Date:05/17/2017
Owner - Facility:
Inspection Type:
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Compliance Evaluation
Disinfection-Tablet Yes No NA NE
Are tablet chlorinators operational?
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Number of tubes in use?
Is the level of chlorine residual acceptable?
Is the contact chamber free of growth, or sludge buildup?
Is there chlorine residual prior to de-chlorination?
Comment:
De-chlorination Yes No NA NE
Type of system ?Tablet
Is the feed ratio proportional to chlorine amount (1 to 1)?
Is storage appropriate for cylinders?
# Is de-chlorination substance stored away from chlorine containers?
Comment:
Are the tablets the proper size and type?
Are tablet de-chlorinators operational?
Number of tubes in use?
Comment:
Flow Measurement - Effluent Yes No NA NE
# Is flow meter used for reporting?
Is flow meter calibrated annually?
Is the flow meter operational?
(If units are separated) Does the chart recorder match the flow meter?
Flow was reading 2782 GPD at the time of the inspection. They generally receive about
4500 GPD during the summer. Meter is calibrated annually by Engineered Systems in
December. Environmental Inc. is looking to replace the Engineered Systems flow meter.
Comment:
Effluent Pipe Yes No NA NE
Is right of way to the outfall properly maintained?
Are the receiving water free of foam other than trace amounts and other debris?
If effluent (diffuser pipes are required) are they operating properly?
Effluent pipe is located about an hour walk from the plant down the side of the mountain.Comment:
Page#5
Permit:NC0037711
Inspection Date:05/17/2017
Owner - Facility:
Inspection Type:
VZ TOP Homeowners Association WWTP
Compliance Evaluation
Effluent Sampling Yes No NA NE
Is composite sampling flow proportional?
Is sample collected below all treatment units?
Is proper volume collected?
Is the tubing clean?
# Is proper temperature set for sample storage (kept at less than or equal to 6.0 degrees
Celsius)?
Is the facility sampling performed as required by the permit (frequency, sampling type
representative)?
Permit requires the collection of grab samples.Comment:
Standby Power Yes No NA NE
Is automatically activated standby power available?
Is the generator tested by interrupting primary power source?
Is the generator tested under load?
Was generator tested & operational during the inspection?
Do the generator(s) have adequate capacity to operate the entire wastewater site?
Is there an emergency agreement with a fuel vendor for extended run on back-up power?
Is the generator fuel level monitored?
This facility does not have a stand-by power source. Digester could be used as storage in
the event of a power failure. ORC believes they have adequate capacity and retention if the
power were to fail. Plant is designed for a flow of 28000 GPD. Currently only sees 4 to 5000
GPD during peak season. Little to no flow in the off season (October-April).
Comment:
Aerobic Digester Yes No NA NE
Is the capacity adequate?
Is the mixing adequate?
Is the site free of excessive foaming in the tank?
# Is the odor acceptable?
# Is tankage available for properly waste sludge?
The digester is not being used. ORC states there are very few solids in the plant. Solids are
brought in from other facilities at the beginning of the season.
Comment:
Page#6
ROY COOPER
Governor
Water Resources
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Ms. Janice O. Ridling, V.P.
VZ Top Mountain Villas
Condominium I Association, Inc.
8550 United Plaza Blvd., Suite 1001
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Dear Permittee:
MICHAEL S. REGAN
Secretary
S. JAY ZIMMERMAN
Director
April 19, 2017
Subject: Draft NPDES Permit NC00377 11
VZ Top Homeowners Association WWTP
Class 2
Macon County
The Division has reviewed your request to renew the subject permit. Please review this draft
carefully to ensure your thorough understanding of the information, conditions, and
requirements it contains.
The draft permit includes the following significant changes from the existing permit:
> Section A. (2) has been added to require electronic submission of effluent data.
Federal regulations require electronic submittal of all discharge monitoring reports
(DMRs).
> Regulatory citations have been added to the permit.
➢ An updated outfall map has been included.
With this notification, the Division will solicit public comment on this draft permit by
publishing a notice in newspapers having circulation in the general Macon County area, per
EPA requirements. Please provide your comments, if any, to me no later than 30 days
after receiving this draft permit.
Following the 30-day public comment period, the Division will review all pertinent comments
and take appropriate action prior to issuing a final permit. Please note that this permit is not
transferable except after notice to the Division. The Division may require modification or
revocation and reissuance of the permit. This permit does not affect the legal requirements
to obtain any other Federal, State, or Local governmental permit that may be required. If you
have any questions concerning this permit, please contact Emily Phillips at [phone].
Sincerely,
Emily Phillids
Compliance and Expedited Permitting Unit
cc: NPDES Unit
State of North Carolina I Environmental Quality I Water Resources
1617 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, NC 27699-1617
919 807 6300 919-807-6389 FAX
hops://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-permits/wastewater-branch/npdes-wastewater-permits

Permit NC0037711
STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
DIVISION OF WATER RESOURCES
PERMIT
TO DISCHARGE WASTEWATER UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
(NPDES)
In compliance with the provisions of North Carolina General Statute 143-215.1, other
lawful standards and regulations promulgated and adopted by the North Carolina
Environmental Management Commission, and the Federal Water Pollution Control
Act, as amended, the
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
is hereby authorized to discharge wastewater from a facility located at the
VZ Top Homeowners Association (HOA) WWTP
850 Hudson Road, Highlands
Macon County
to receiving waters designated as Brooks Creek in the Savannah River Basin in
accordance with effluent limitations, monitoring requirements, and other conditions
set forth in Parts I, II, III and IV hereof.
This permit shall become effective.
This permit and authorization to discharge shall expire at midnight on August 31,
2022.
Signed this day.
DRAFT
S. Jay Zimmerman, P.G.
Director, Division of Water Resources
By Authority of the Environmental Management Commission

Permit NC0037711
Part 1.
A. (1.) EFFLUENT LIMITATIONS AND MONITORING
REQUIREMENTS
[15A NCAC 02B .0400 et seq., 02B .0500 et seq.]
During the period beginning on the effective date of this permit and lasting until
expiration, the Permittee is authorized to discharge from Outfall 001. Such
discharges shall be limited and monitored' by the Permittee as specified below:
EFFLUENT CHARACTERISTICS
(Parameter Codes)
LIMITS
MONITORING REQUIREMENTS
Monthly
Average
Daily
Maximum
Measurement
Frequency
Sample
Type
Sample
Location
Flow
50050
0.028 MGD
Continuous
Recording
Influent or
Effluent
Total Residual Chlorine (TRC) 2
50060
28 pg/L 2
2/ Week
Grab
Effluent
BOD, 5-day (20°C)
C0310
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Total Suspended Solids
C0530
30.0 mg/L
45.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(April 1- October 31)
C0610
11.8 mg/L
35.0 mg/L
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
NH3 as N
(November 1- March 31)
C0610
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Fecal Coliform (geometric mean)
31616
200/100 ml
400/100 ml
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
pH
00400
Not < 6.0 or > 9.0 s. u.
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Temperature (°C)
00010
Weekly
Grab
Effluent
Footnote:
1. The permittee shall begin submitting discharge monitoring reports electronically using
the Division's eDMR system [see A. (2).]
2. The Division shall consider all effluent TRC values reported below 50µg/L to be
compliant with the permit. However, the Permittee shall continue to record and submit
all values reported by North Carolina certified test methods (including field certified),
even if these values fall below 50 µg/1.
THERE SHALL BE NO DISCHARGE OF FLOATING SOLIDS OR VISIBLE FOAM IN OTHER
THAN TRACE AMOUNTS.

Permit NC0037711
the NPDES electronic reporting requirements may be granted and discharge
monitoring data may be submitted on paper DMR forms (MR 1, 1.1, 2, 3) or
alternative forms approved by the Director. Duplicate signed copies shall be
submitted to the mailing address above. See "How to Request a Waiver from
Electronic Reporting" section below.
Regardless of the submission method, the first DMR is due on the last day of the
month following the issuance of the permit or in the case of a new facility, on the
last day of the month following the commencement of discharge.
Starting on December 21, 2020, the permittee must electronically report the
following compliance monitoring data and reports, when applicable:
• Sewer Overflow/Bypass Event Reports;
• Pretreatment Program Annual Reports; and
• Clean Water Act (CWA) Section 316(b) Annual Reports.
The permittee may seek an electronic reporting waiver from the Division (see "How
to Request a Waiver from Electronic Reporting" section below).
2. Electronic Submissions
In accordance with 40 CFR 122.41(1)(9), the permittee must identify the initial
recipient at the time of each electronic submission. The permittee should use the
EPA's website resources to identify the initial recipient for the electronic
submission.
Initial recipient of electronic NPDES information from NPDES-regulated facilities
means the entity (EPA or the state authorized by EPA to implement the NPDES
program) that is the designated entity for receiving electronic NPDES data [see 40
CFR 127.2(b)].
EPA plans to establish a website that will also link to the appropriate electronic
reporting tool for each type of electronic submission and for each state.
Instructions on how to access and use the appropriate electronic reporting tool
will be available as well. Information on EPA's NPDES Electronic Reporting Rule
is found at: http:/ / www2.epa.gov/ compliance/ final-national-pollutant-discharge-
elimination-sv stem-npdes-electronic-reporting-rule.
Electronic submissions must start by the dates listed in the "Reporting
Requirements" section above.

Permit NC0037711
"I certify, under penalty of law, that this document and all attachments were
prepared under my direction or supervision in accordance with a system designed
to assure that qualified personnel properly gather and evaluate the information
submitted. Based on my inquiry of the person or persons who manage the system,
or those persons directly responsible for gathering the information, the information
submitted is, to the best of my knowledge and belief true, accurate, and complete. I
am aware that there are signcant penalties for submitting false information,
including the possibility of fines and imprisonment for knowing violations."
5. Records Retention jSupplements Section D. (6.)j
The permittee shall retain records of all Discharge Monitoring Reports, including
eDMR submissions. These records or copies shall be maintained for a period of at
least 3 years from the date of the report. This period may be extended by request
of the Director at any time [40 CFR 122.41].

VZ Top HOA WWTP
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc
State Grid/USGS (mad:
River Basin:
Stream Segment:
Sub -Basin:
HUC:
G6SW /Highlands, NC
Savannah River Basin
3-10-2-3-3
03-13-01
03060102
Receiving Stream: Brooks Creek
Stream Class: B; Trout
Latitude: 35°01' 57"
Longitude: 83° 13' 24"
Facility
Location
(not to scale)
NPDES Permit NC0037711
Macon County

FACT SHEET
EXPEDITED - PERMIT RENEWAL
NCO037711 — Class 2
Basic Information for Ex edited Permit Renewals
Permit Writer/Date
Emily Phillips / NPDES / April 5, 2017
Permit Number - Class
NC0037711 — Class 2
Flow
0.028 MGD
Owner
VZ Top Mountain Villas Condominium I Association, Inc.
Facility Name
VZ Top HOA WWTP
Type of Waste
100 % domestic [population 83]
Basin Name/Sub-basin number
Savannah River Basin / 03-13-01
Receiving Stream
Brooks Creek [segment 3-10-2-3-3]
Stream Classification in Permit
B; Trout
Does permit need Daily Max NH3 limits?
No
Does permit need TRC limits/language?
Has limit — added footnote
Does permit have toxicity testing?
No
Does permit have Special Conditions?
No
Does permit have instream monitoring?
No
Is the stream impaired (on 303(d) list)?
No
Any obvious compliance concerns?
Yes, see below.
Any permit MODS since lastpermit?
No
Requests for Renewal
Received October 28, 2016
Current expiration date
August 31, 2017
New expiration date
August 31, 2022
Comments received on Draft Permit?
Staff Report — No ARO Staff Report to date.
Data Review -- Reviewed BIMS data from 2012 through present. Frequency violations for other parameters, but
BPJed. Also, TSS daily max exceeded in 2014 (NOV). Flow is 100% domestic and estimated based on
occupancy (83 people). Actual flow averages — 0.002 MGD in the past three years; maximum reported in
September and December 2016 at 0.00356333 MGD.
Renewal — no changes from the previous permit except to update map; added eDMR language .

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From:Environmentalinc
To:Cantwell, Janet; Davidson, Landon
Subject:[External] Septermber DMR"s for VZ Top & Wildcat Cliffs Country Club
Date:Wednesday, November 8, 2017 9:26:31 AM
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Hi Janet,
Please see the following explanations for missing visitations on 09/12/17-09/15/17.
There was no visitation to VZ Top WWTP NC0037711 on 9/12/17-9/15/17 due to the
aftermath
of high winds and heavy rain associated with Hurricane Irma. There were downed
trees and power lines
blocking the roads. Emergency service responders had roads blocked due to unsafe
conditions.
There was a state of emergency declared by Governor Roy Cooper.
There was no visitation to Wildcat Cliffs WWTP NC0075612 on 9/12/17-9/15/17 due
to the aftermath
of high winds and heavy rain associated with Hurricane Irma. There were downed
trees and power lines
blocking the roads. Emergency service responders had roads blocked due to unsafe
conditions.
There was a state of emergency declared by Governor Roy Cooper.
Thank you,
Melissa
Voted 2015 C-Well Operator of the Year
Environmental, Inc.
Mailing Address: PO Box 954, Cullowhee, NC 28723
Physical Address: 2675 Skyland Drive, Sylva, NC 28779
Physical Address: 240-D Swannanoa River Road, Asheville, NC 28805
[phone], Fax [phone]
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