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Good morning, Jennifer,
Georgoulias, Bethany
Monday, June 21, 2021 8:28 AM
Jennifer Verde
McCoy, Suzanne
RE: [External] General Permit NCG03
We apologize for the confusion. Everything is fine with this permit, and it is slated to be renewed on July I when the
new permit is issued. The COC is also currently active, but our database is not reflecting the accurate status.
NCG03 was renewed ("as -is") for a short time (through Jun 30) at the expiration date because we were behind on the
revisions to NCG030000, but then we had a problem with that "short -renewal" in our permitting database that our IT is
still trying to get fixed. Several COCs under the permits being renewed look like they are expired because of this. We
are hopeful it will be resolved this week!
Please check again on Thursday or Friday and let me know if it's still expired.
Regards,
Bethany Georgoulias
Environmental Engineer
Stormwater Program, Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
N.C. Department of Environmental Quality
919 707 3641 office
bethany.georgouliasPncdenr.gQv
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27604 (location)
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1612 (mailing)
Website: http://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/stormwater
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are on staggered shifts. To accommodate these staffing changes, all DEQ office locations are limiting public access to
appointments only. Please check with the appropriate staff before visiting our offices, as we may be able to handle your
requests by phone or email. We appreciate your patience as we continue to serve the public during this challenging
time.
From: Jennifer Verde [mailto:jverde@anchorqea.com]
Sent: Monday, June 21, 20218:12 AM
To: Georgoulias, Bethany <bethany.georgoulias@ncdenr.gov>
Subject: RE: [External] General Permit NCG03
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Hi Bethany,
I hope you are doing well. I had a quick follow-up to this question I need help with.
I am reviewing the documentation requirements for the six -step process for elDIVIRs and when I ran the Owner
Verification Report for a facility I work with, the Permit Status is listed as expired even though they currently have
coverage under NCG030026. We submit semiannual stormwater monitoring reports for the facility. There are no
outstanding invoices listed in the Stormwater Permit Summary Report. Is the Permit Status listed as Expired because the
permit was set to expire on 5/31/21 but the new permit has not been issued yet?
Thanks for your help!
Jennifer H. Verde, PE
ANCHOR QEA OF NORTH CAROLINA, PLLC
C: 828.772.1250 1 D: 828.771.0328
From: Georgoulias, Bethany <bethanV.georgoulias@ncdenr.gov>
Sent: Friday, February 12, 20211:22 PIVI
To: Jennifer Verde <averde@anchorgea.com>
Subject: RE: [External] General Permit NCG03
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Hi, Jennifer,
That COC renewal request link was for COCs issued at the 2018 renewal. It still works, but it only provides a copy of the
previous COC. We should probably take it down to avoid confusion with the upcoming renewal.
We will automatically renew coverage for all COCs whose permit fees are up to date, and we will send out
communication about that as the renewal date for the General Permit gets closer. We are on track to renew the GP on
time, so please check our website in a couple months for the draft General Permit that goes out to Public Notice. Your
understanding about conditions going into effect immediately but having six months to update the SPPP is correct — that
is typically what the permits allow, and I don't think we'll change that.
I hope this helps. In the meantime, please review the permit contact information for your permit and ensure everything
is up to date.
Best regards,
Bethany Georgoulias
Environmental Engineer
Stormwater Program, Division of Energy, Mineral, and Land Resources
N.C. Department of Environmental Quality
919 707 3641 office
bethany.georgouliasPncdenr.gQv
512 N. Salisbury Street, Raleigh, NC 27604 (location)
1612 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1612 (mailing)
Website: http://deq.nc.gov/about/divisions/energy-mineral-land-resources/stormwater
Email correspondence to and from this address is subject to the
North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties
Based on the current guidance to minimize the spread of COVID-19, the Department of Environmental Quality has
adjusted operations to protect the health and safety of the staff and public. Many employees are working remotely or
are on staggered shifts. To accommodate these staffing changes, all DEQ office locations are limiting public access to
appointments only. Please check with the appropriate staff before visiting our offices, as we may be able to handle your
requests by phone or email. We appreciate your patience as we continue to serve the public during this challenging
time.
From: Jennifer Verde [mailto:overde@anchorgea.com]
Sent: Friday, February 12, 20219:07 AM
To: Georgoulias, Bethany <bethany.georgoulias@ncdenr.gov>
Subject: [External] General Permit NCG03
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Hi Bethany,
Good morning, I hope you are doing well! I left you a voicemail yesterday but realize that you are working remotely— so
I'm reaching out by email.
I just had a couple questions on the timeline/process for the renewal of the General Permit NCG03. Based on the DEMLR
website NPIDES Industrial Program page, I understand that the Certificate of Coverage for facilities will be renewed
automatically for permitted facilities, as long as annual fees are up to date. However, I see a COC renewal form under
the Stormwater General Permits NCG030000 section. I just wanted to clarify the process — if a request form is required
for this upcoming renewal.
Also, is a draft of the new General Permit NCG03 expected to be issued prior to the 5/31/21 expiration date? Will COCs
be issued on 5/31/2021 ?
Based on the current General Permit, it is my understanding that once the Certificate of Coverage for the General Permit
is issued, all requirements, conditions, limitations, and controls contained in the permit become effective immediately,
except for new required elements of the Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SPPP). The facility has 6 months to
update the SPPP and implement the new elements.
I'm just trying to confirm I understand the process/timeline for a couple facilities we work with that have COCs under
NCG03.
Thanks so much!
Jennifer H. Verde, PE
ANCHOR nFA nF NORTH CAROLINA, PLLC
231 Haywood Street
Asheville, NC 28801
C: 828.772.1250 1 D: 828.771.0328