20071788 Ver 1_Riparian Buffer Authorization_20071023

Office Use Only:
USACE Action ID No. _
{If any particular
I. Processing
DWQ No.
is not applicable to this project, please enter "Not
Form Version March 05
07'9788
or "N/A".)
1. Check all of the approval(s) requested for this project:
❑ Section 404 Permit Riparian or Watershed Buffer Rules
❑ Section 10 Permit Isolated Wetland Permit from DWQ
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification ❑ Express 401 Water Quality Certification
2. Nationwide, Regional or General Permit Number(s) Requested:
3. If this notification is solely a courtesy copy because written approval for the 401 Certification
is not required, check here: ❑
4. If payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement Program (NCEEP) is proposed
for mitigation of impacts, attach the acceptance letter from NCEEP, complete section VIII,
and check here: ❑
5. If your project is located in any of North Carolina"s twenty coastal counties (listed on page
4), and the project is within a North Carolina Division of Coastal Management Area of
Environmental Concern (see the top of page 2 for further details), check here: Q19 V LN2 Db
H. Applicant Information 2 0 0 %
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1. Owner/Applicant ln©ormati 7 DENR-WATER QUALITY
Name: �R "
Mailing Address: f
Telephone Number: -1�9 G Fax Number:/% 771
E -mail Address:
2. Agent/Consultant Information (A signed and dated copy of the Agent Authorization letter
must be attached if the Agent has signatory authority for the owner/applicant.)
Name:
Company Affiliation:
Mailing Address:
Telephone Number: Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
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M. Project Information
Attach a vicinity map clearly showing the location of the property with respect to local
landmarks such as towns, rivers, and roads. Also provide a detailed site plan showing property
boundaries and development plans in relation to surrounding properties. Both the vicinity map
and site plan must include a scale and north arrow. The specific footprints of all buildings,
impervious surfaces, or other facilities must be included. If possible, the maps and plans should
include the appropriate USGS Topographic Quad Map and NRCS Soil Survey with the property
boundaries outlined. Plan drawings, or other maps may be included at the applicant's discretion,
so long as the property is clearly defined. For administrative and distribution purposes, the
USACE requires information to be submitted on sheets no larger than 11 by 17 -inch format;
however, DWQ may accept paperwork of any size. DWQ prefers full-size construction
drawings rather than a sequential sheet version of the full-size plans. If full-size plans are
reduced to a small scale such that the final version is illegible, the applicant will be informed that
the project has been placed on hold until decipherable maps are provided.
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1. Name of project: ZA%
2. T.I.P. Project Number or State Project Number (NCDOT Only):
3. Property Identification Number (Tax PIN):
4. Location ,
County:Nearest Town: '861,(,/�f
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Subdivision name (include phase/lot number):
Directions_ to site (include road numbers/nam�s, landmarks, et\.): 'V
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Site coordinates (For linear projects, such as a road or utility line,
separately lists the coordinates for each crossing of a distinct waterbody.)
Decimal Degrees (6 digits minimum): ON
6. Property size (acres):L
7. Name of nearest receiving body of water:
attach a sheet that
River Basin:��.
(Note — this must be one of North Carolina's seventeen designated mayor ever basins.
River Basin map is available at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/admin/maps/.)
9. Describe the existing conditions on the site and neral land use in the vicinity of the
at the time of this application:_,.c�in
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11. Explain the purpose of the
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IV. Prior Project History
If jurisdictional determinations and/or permits have been requested and/or obtained for this
project (including all prior phases a subdivision) in the past, please explain. Include
the USACE Action ID Num , DWQ Project Number, pplication date, and date permits and
certifications were issu or wi pravide-pliotocopies of previously issued permits,
certifications or other useful information. escribe previously approved wetland, stream and
buffer impacts, along with associated mitigatt (where applicable). If this is a NCDOT project,
list and describe permits issued for prior se ents of the same T.I.P. project, along with
construction schedules.
V. Future Project Plans
Are any future permit requests anticipated for this project? If so, describe the anticipated work,
and provide justification forAe exclusion of this work from the current application.
VI. Proposed Impacts to Waters of the United States/Waters of the State
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
wetlands, open water, and stream channels associated with the project. Each impact must be
listed separately in the tables below (e.g., culvert installation should be listed separately from
riprap dissipater pads). Be sure to indicate if an impact is temporary. All proposed impacts,
permanent and temporary, must be listed, and must be labeled and clearly identifiable on an
accompanying site plan. All wetlands and waters, and all streams (intermittent and perennial)
should be shown on a delineation map, whether or not impacts are proposed to these systems.
Wetland and stream evaluation and delineation forms should be included as appropriate.
Photographs may be included at the applicant's discretion. If this proposed impact is strictly for
wetland or stream mitigation, list and describe the impact in Section VIII below. If additional
space is needed for listing or description, please attach a separate sheet.
1. Provide a written description of the proposed impacts:
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2. Individually list wetland impacts. Types of impacts
flooding,
include, but
ditching/drainage,
are not
etc.
limited to
For dams,
mechanized clearing, grading, fill, excavation,
se arately list impacts due to both structure and floodin Located within
Distance to
Area of
Wetland Impact Type of Wetland
Type of Impact (e.g., forested, marsh,
100 -year
Floodplain
Nearest
Stream
Impact
(acres)
Site Number
(indicate on map) herbaceous, bog, etc.)
es/no
(linear feet)
Total Wetland Impact (acres)
3. List the total acreage (estimated) of all existing wetlands on the property:
4. Individually list all intermittent and perennial stream impacts. Be sure to identify temporary
impacts. Stream impacts include, but are not limited to placement of fill or culverts, dam
construction, flooding, relocation, stabilization activities (e.g., cement walls, rip -rap, crib
walls, gabions, etc.), excavation, ditching/straightening, etc. if stream relocation is proposed,
plans and profiles showing the linear footprint for both the original and relocated streams
must be included. To calculate acreage, multi 1 len X width,
then divide pa 43,564 ea of
Stream Impact of impact perennial or Stream Width Length Impact
Number stream Name
Type Intermittent? Before Im act linear feet acres
ndicate on m
Total stream Impact (by length and acreage)
5. Individually list all open water impacts (including lakes, ponds, estuaries, sounds, Atlantic
Ocean and any other water of the U.S.). Open water impacts include, but are not limited to
fill, excavation, dred in , floodin , drainage, bulkheads, etc. Area of
Type of Waterbody
Open Water Impact Name of Waterbody T of Impact (lake, pond, estuary, sound, baY� Impact
Site Number (if applicable) Type P ocean, etc. (acres
Total Open Water Impact (acres)
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6. List tl
1..*;— *n aii WatPrc of the II -S. resulting from the proiect:
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Stream Impact (acres):
Wetland impact (acres):
open Water Impact (acres):
Total Im act to Waters of the U.S. acres
Total Stream impact (linear feet
7. Isolated Waters
Do any isolated waters exist on the property? ❑Yes ❑ No
Describe all impacts to isolated waters, and include the type of water (wetland or stream) and
the size of the proposed impact (acres or linear feet). Please note that this section only
applies to waters that have specifically been determined to be isolated by the USACE.
8. Pond Creation
If construction of a pond is proposed, associated wetland and stream impacts should be
included above in the wetland and stream impact sections. Also, the proposed pond should
be described here and illustrated on any maps included with this application.
Pond to be created in (check all that apply): ❑ uplands ❑ stream ❑ wetlands
Describe the method of construction (e.g., dam/embankment, excavation, installation of
draw -down valve or spillway, etc.):
Proposed use or purpose of pond (e.g., livestock watering, irrigation, aesthetic, trout pond,
local stormwater requirement, etc.):
Current land use in the vicinity of the pond:
Size of watershed draining to pond: Expected pond surface area:
VII. Impact Justification (Avoidance and Minimization)
Specifically describe measures taken to avoid the proposed impacts. It may be useful to provide
information related to site constraints such as topography, building ordinances, accessibility, and
financial viability of the project. The applicant may attach drawings of alternative, lower -impact
site layouts, and explain why these design options were not feasible. Also discuss how impacts
were minimized once the desired site plan was developed. If applicable, discuss construction
techniques to be followed during construction to reduce impacts.
VIII. Mitigation
DWQ - In accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0500, mitigation may be required by the NC
Division of Water Quality for projects involving greater than or equal to one acre of impacts to
freshwater wetlands or greater than or equal to 150 linear feet of total impacts to perennial
streams.
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USACE — In accordance with the Final Notice of Issuance and Modification of Nationwide
Permits, published in the Federal Register on January 15, 2002, mitigation will be required when
necessary to ensure that adverse effects to the aquatic environment are minimal. Factors
including size and type of proposed impact and function and relative value of the impacted
aquatic resource will be considered in determining acceptability of appropriate and practicable
mitigation as proposed. Examples of mitigation that may be appropriate and practicable include,
but are not limited to: reducing the size of the project; establishing and maintaining wetland
and/or upland vegetated buffers to protect open waters such as streams; and replacing losses of
aquatic resource functions and values by creating, restoring, enhancing, or preserving similar
functions and values, preferable in the same watershed.
If mitigation is required for this project, a copy of the mitigation plan must be attached in order
for USACE or DWQ to consider the application complete for processing. Any application
lacking a required mitigation plan or NCEEP concurrence shall be placed on hold as incomplete.
An applicant may also choose to review the current guidelines for stream restoration in DWQ's
Draft Technical Guide for Stream Work in North Carolina, available at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ncwetiands/stn-ngide.htmi.
1. Provide a brief description of the proposed mitigation plan. The description should provide
as much information as possible, including, but not limited to: site location (attach directions
and/or map, if offsite), affected stream and river basin, type and amount (acreage/linear feet)
of mitigation proposed (restoration, enhancement, creation, or preservation), a plan view,
preservation mechanism (e.g., deed restrictions, conservation easement, etc.), and a
description of the current site conditions and proposed method of construction. Please attach
a separate sheet if more space is needed.
2. Mitigation may also be made by payment into the North Carolina Ecosystem Enhancement
Program (NCEEP). Please note it is the applicant's responsibility to contact the NCEEP at
[phone] to determine availability, and written approval from the NCEEP indicating
that they are will to accept payment for the mitigation must be attached to this form. For
additional information regarding the application process for the NCEEP, checkpthe NCEEP
website at http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/wrp/index.htm. If use of the NCEEP is proposed, please
check the appropriate box on page five and provide the following information:
Amount of stream mitigation requested (linear feet):
Amount of buffer mitigation requested (square feet):
Amount of Riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested (acres):
Amount of Coastal wetland mitigation requested (acres):
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IX. Environmental Documentation (required by DWQ)
1. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of
public (federal/state) land? Yes ❑ No�
2. If yes, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the
requirements of the National or North Carolina Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
Note; if you are not sure whether a NEPA/SEPA document is required, call the SEPA
coordinator at [phone] to review current thresholds for environmental documentation.
Yes ❑ No`a
3. If yes, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearinghouse? so, please
attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval letter. Yes ❑ No)A�
X. Proposed Impacts on Riparian and Watershed Buffers (required by DWQ)
It is the applicant's (or agent's) responsibility to determine, delineate and map all impacts to
required state and local buffers associated with the project. The applicant must also provide
justification for these impacts in Section VII above. All proposed impacts must be listed herein,
and must be clearly identifiable on the accompanying site plan. All buffers must be shown on a
map, whether or not impacts are proposed to the buffers. Correspondence from the DWQ
Regional Office may be included as appropriate. Photographs may also be included at the
applicant's discretion.
I.
2.
Will the pro .ect im act ted riparian buffers identified within 15A NCAC 2B .0233
euse , -, NCAC 2B .0259 ar-Pamlico), 15A NCAC 02B .0243 (Catawba) 15A NCAC
tjN—aneman RMS and Water S pply Buffer Requirements), or other (please
identify )? Yes No ❑
If "yes", identify the square feet and acreage of impact to each zone of the riparian buffers.
If buffer mitigation is required calculate the required amount of mitigation by applying the
buffer multipliers.
* Zone I extends out 30 feet owar from the top o e
additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
extends an
3. If buffer mitigation is r uired, please discuss what a of mitigation is ro
Donation of Pro Ri arian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, r Paymen
n1e,...e-*+...i, all annrnnriate information as
or .6244, or .0260.
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additional 20 feet from the edge of Zone 1.
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3. If buffer mitigation is r uired, please discuss what a of mitigation is ro
Donation of Pro Ri arian Buffer Restoration / Enhancement, r Paymen
n1e,...e-*+...i, all annrnnriate information as
or .6244, or .0260.
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XI. Stormwater (required by DWQ)
Describe impervious acreage (existing and proposed) versus total acreage on the site. Discuss
stormwater controls proposed in order to protect surface waters and wetlands downstream from
the property. If percent impervious surface exceeds 20%, please provide calculations
demonstrating total proposed impervious level.
XII. Sewage Disposal (required by DWQ)
Clearly detail the ultimate treatment methods and disposition (non -discharge or discharge) of
wastewater generated from the proposed project, or available capacity of the subject facility.
XIII. Violations (required by DWQ)
Is this site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (I 5A NCAC 2H .0500) or any Buffer Rules?
Yes ❑ No P_
Is this an after -the -fact permit application? Yes No ❑
XIV. Cumulative Impacts (required by DWQ)
Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in add* ional
development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? Yes ❑ No
If yes, please submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accor with
the most recent North Carolina Division of Water Quality policy posted on our website at
http://h2o.enr.state.ne.us/ncwetlands. If no, please provide a short narrative description:
XV. Other Circumstances (Optional):
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the application sufficiently in advance of desired
construction dates to allow processing time for these permits. However, an applicant may
choose to list constraints associated with construction or sequencing that may impose limits on
work schedules (e.g., draw -down schedules for lakes, dates associated with Endangered and
Threatened Species, accessibility problems, or other issues outside of the applicant's control).
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Applicant/Agent's Signature La•G
(Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant is provided.)
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OF WArF9
Q Michael F. Easley
�O G Governor
fWilliam G. Ross, Jr., Secretary
O Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Alan W. Klimek, P.E., Director
Division of Water Quality
September 22, 2006
MEMORANDUM
RE, DWQ's stance on wooden -slatted decks and associated wooden -slatted steps within the Neuse and Tar -Pamlico
Protected Riparian Buffers
Problem: it has been brought to DWQ's attention that wooden -slatted decks and associated steps in either zone of the
protected riparian buffers has only been addressed in the definitions under 15A NCAC 028.0202(13), where wooden -slatted
decks are considered pervious. However, DWQ has concerns that not all wooden -slatted decks are high enough to allow for
adequate sunlight and moisture to penetrate them to ensure that Zones 1 and 2 of the buffers are continuing to be
maintained in vegetation as required in 15 NCAC 26.0233(4) and 15NCAC 28.0259(4).
Solution: Provided that minimal vegetation is removed from Zone 2 and no vegetation is removed from Zonal during the
installation of the deck, if the deck is at least 8 feet (ft) in height to allow for adequate sunlight and moisture for maintaining
vegetation beneath it and that it meets the requirements of diffuse flow and having a Zone 1 and Zone 2 of the buffers, then
decks (and associated steps) would be allowable in Zones 1 and 2 of the protected riparian buffers. However, if the deck
does not meet any of the requirements listed above, it would be considered allowable with mitigation in Zone 2, but
prohibited in Zone 1 of the protected riparian buffers.
Please note. If the dd@ck is built within one of the 20 Coastal Counties that meets the criteria for the General Coastal
Major Variance, thi e m does not apply.
Signature: Date: — qla24060
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