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USE THE TAB KEY TO MOVE FROM FIELD TO FIELDI Application Number:
(to be completed by DWQ)
Owner: _
Johnston Coun
Full Legal Name (company, municipality, HOA, utility, etc.)
I1 b. Timothy G. Broo_me, P.E., Director of Infrastructure & Engineering
Signing Official Name and Title (Please review 15A NCAC 2H .0206(b) for authorized signing officials!)
1 c. The legal entity who will own this system is:
El ElFederal ❑ Municipality ❑x State/County ❑ Private Partnership ❑ Corporation ❑ Other (spy
1d. 304 E. Market Street le. Smithfield
Street Address City
1f.
North Carolina
19. 27577
State
Zip Code
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919-209-8333 1i. 919-934-7174
1j. tim.broome
ohnstonnc.. 22
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Telephone Facsimile
Project (Facility) Information:
E-mail
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2a.
Four Oaks to Benson Force Main
2b. Johnston
Brief Project Name (permit will refer to this name)
County Where Project is LocatedN,
3.
Contact Person:
3a. Amanda Bader, P.E.
Name and Affiliation of Someone Who Can Answer Questions About this Application
3b. 919-881-9939
Phone Number
3c. [e-mail]
E-mail
Project is ❑ New ❑x Modification (of an existing permit) if Modification, Permit No.: W00019649
For modifications, attach a separate sheet clearly explaining the reason for the modification (i.e. adding another
phase, changing line sizellength, etc.). Only include the modified information in this permit application - do not
duplicate project information in B(7) and B(10-11) that has already been included in the original permit.
2. Owner is ED Public (skip to Item B(3)) ❑ Private (go to Item 2(a))
.2a. If private, applicant will be: 2b. If sold, facilities owned by a (must choose one
❑ Retaining Ownership (i.e. store, church, single office, etc.) or ❑ Public Utility (Instruction III)
❑ Leasing units (lots, townhomes, etc. - skip to Item B(3)) ❑ Homeowner Assoc./Developer (Instruction IV)
❑ Selling units (lots, townhomes, etc. - go to Item B(2b))
3. Town of Benson -�
Owner of Wastewater Treatment Facility (WWTF) Treating Wastewater From This Project
4a. Town of Benson Water Reclamation Facility 4b. NC 0020389
Name of WWTF WWTF Permit No.
Town of Benson Ob. 24 in PC.
Owner of Downstream Sewer L eceiving Sewer Size
The origin of this wastewater is (check all that apply):
5a
❑ Residential Subdivision
❑ Apartments/Condominiums
❑ Mobile Home Park
❑ School
❑ Restaurant
❑ Office
Permit Number of Downstream Sewer (if known)
❑ Car Wash
❑ Institution
❑ Hospital
❑ Church
❑ Nursing Home
0 Other (specify): Municipal
100 % Domestic/Commercial
% Industrial
% Other (specify):
7. Volume of wastewater to bepermitted in this project: 150,000 gallons per day (transfer from Johnston County to Benson
8. if the permitted flow is zero, indicate why:
❑ Interceptor Line - Flow will be permitted is subsequent permits that connect to this line
❑x Flow has already been allocated in Permit No. WQ0019649 Central Johnston County Regional WWTF NC 0030716
❑ Rehabilitation or replacement of existing sewer with no new flow expected
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9. - Provide the wastewater flow calculations used in determining the permitted flow in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H
.0219(1) for Item B(7) or the design flow for line or pump station sizing if zero flow in the space below. Values other than
that in 15A NCAC 2H .0219(1)(1-2) must be approved prior to submittal of this application. Submit a separate request to
the Division of Water Quality, Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617 in
accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0219(1)(3).
Flow is permitted with the receiving WWTF as Central Johnston County Regional WWTF. Flow is to be diverted to the
Town of Benson Wastewater Treatment Facility.
10. Summary of Sewer Lines to be Permitted (attach additional sheets if necessary)
Size (inches)
8"
12"
ENTER TOTAL LINE LENGTH IN
Length (feet) Gravity or Force Main
(use the pull down menu
44,270 FM
180 FM
8.41
11. Summary of hump Stations to be Permitted (attach additional sheets as necessary)
Location ID Power Reliability Option
(self chosen - as shown on Design Flow Operational Point (1- dual line feed; 2- permanent generator WATS; 3-
plans for cross-reference) (MGD) GPM @ TDH portable generator wltelemetry; 4-wet well storage)_
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Four Oaks Pum
Station _ 0.15 MGD 320 @ 185
Does the sewer system comply with the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force
Mains (latest version), the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria (latest version) and 15A NCAC 2H .0200 as applicable?
❑ Yes x❑ No If no, please reference the pertinent minimum design criteria or regulation and indicate why a
variance is requested:
Permit no. W00019649 modification dated May 25, 2005 includes a variance for 12-inch force main that will not achieve 2
feet per second velocity in the current conditions. The modification includes approximately 10,850 LF of 12-inch
force main. In order to reduce project cost after bids were received, the portion of 12-inch force main designed for
future flows from the McGees Crossroads area has been changed to 8-inch force main to accommodate the flow
from Four Oaks only.
Approximately 180 LF of 12-inch force main will be installed under 1-95. This portion of force main will not achieve 2 feet
per second velocity in the current conditions.
Have the following permits/certifications been submitted for approval?
Wetland/Stream Crossings -General Permit or 401 Certification?
Sedimentation and Erosion Control Plan?
Stormwater?
❑X Yes ❑ No ❑ NIA
❑x Yes [:]No ❑ NIA
❑ Yes [:]No ❑x NIA
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- Use the Division's guidance document entitled, "DETERMINING STREAM CLASSIFICATIONS FOR FORM FTA 02103
(FAST -TRACK SEWER SYSTEMS)" to collect and record the stream classification data below (attach additional sheets as
necessary). This document is available from our web site or by contacting the appropriate Division of Water Quality
regional office (see instructions for addresses) OR indicate the following:
❑ A Stream Classification is not needed because all parts of the project are at least 100 feet away from any down slope
waterbody; AND,
❑ A Stream Classification is not needed because the design does not depend on wet well storage as a power reliability
option for any pump station near a Class C down slope waterbody.
Location ID on Map
(self chosen - as shown on
Name of
map for cross-reference)
Waterbody
County
River Basin
1.
UT to Hannah Ck
Johnston
Neuse
2.
UT to Stony Fork
Johnston
Neuse
3.
Stony Fork
Johnston
Neuse
4.
Bernal Branch
Johnston
Neuse
5.
Hogpen Branch
Johnston
Neuse
6.
Juniper Swamp
Johnston
Neuse
7.
UT to Juniper Swamp
Johnston
Neuse
8.
UT to Juniper Swamp
Johnston
Neuse
9.
UT to Juniper Swamp
Johnston
Neuse
Waterbody Stream Waterbody
Index Classification
27-52-6
27-52-6-2
27-52-6-2
27-52-6-3
27-52-6-3-2
27-52-M
27-52-6-6
27-52-6-6
27-52-6-6
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
C NSW
Submit the 8.5" x. I V COLOR topographic map as required in Instruction VI
regardless of whether a classification is provided! '
1. Applicant's Certification:
1, Timothy G. Broome, P.E., Director of Infrastructure and Engineering for Johnston County attest that this application for;
Four Oaks to Benson Force Main has been reviewed by me and is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge.
I understand that if all required parts of this application are not completed and that if all required supporting
documentation and attachments are not included, this application package is subject to being returned as incomplete.
Note: In accordance with North Carolina General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly
makes any false statement, representation, or certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor
whinclude a line not to exceed $10,000 as well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation.
1a.
Signing Offs ' I S nature Date
2. Professional Engineer's Certification:
I attest that this application for Four Oaks to Benson Force Main has been reviewed by me and is accurate, complete and
consistent with the information in the engineering plans, calculations, and all other supporting documentation to the best of
my knowledge. 1 further attest that to the best of my knowledge the proposed design has been prepared in accordance
with the applicable regulations, Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria for Gravity Sewers adopted February 12, 1996,
and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains adopted June 1, 2000
and the watershed classification in accordance with Division guidance. Although certain portions of this submittal package
may have been developed by other professionals, inclusion of these materials under my signature and seal signifies that I
have reviewed this material and have judged it to be consistent with the proposed design. Note: In accordance with NC
General Statutes 143-215.6A and 143-215.6B, any person who knowingly makes any false statement, representation, or
certification in any application shall be guilty of a Class 2 misdemeanor which may include a fine not �c�iceed $10,000 as
well as civil penalties up to $25,000 per violation. aI4,,•,,���i
2a. Amanda Lee Bader, P.E.
Professional Engineer Name ure/*!gnat -„
2b. Dewberry WMM
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Engineering Firm
2c. 2301 Rexwoods Drive, Suite 200
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City State Zip
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01/19/2005 09:59
919-894-1293
TOWN OE BENSON
PAGE 02/02
MAYOR
DON H. JOHNSON
COMM1991ONER
FREDRICK D. NELSON JR.
J.W PARRISH, JR
JACK R. LITTLETON
CASANORA P STACK
LINDELL NORDAN
RAY 0. SMITH
January 19,2005
TOWN OF BENSON
Flo 80% 89
303 EAST CHURCH STREET
NORTH CAROLINA
2T504
[phone]
FAX [phone]Z03
Mr, Timothy Broome, P.E.
Johnston County Nblic Utilities
P.. O. 2263
Smithfield, N. C. �27577
RE Wastewater f low
TowN MANNER
KEITH R. LANGDON
T1UWN CLERK
CONNIE M. SORRELL
FINANCE OFFICSN
DONNA M. HONEYCUTT
TAX COLLE=R
ROSALIE G. WEST
TOWN AT1oRNEY
DONALDA PARKER
Dear Mr. Broom:
This is to oonfir that the Town of Benson hereby agrees to accept 150,000 gallons per
day wastewater from the Johnston County wastewater system at our wastewater treatment
plant. f
Should you have Iany question or need additional information, please let me know.
Sincerely,
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Langdoi
Town Manager

2301 Rexwoods Drive 919 881 9939
r Suite 200 919 881 9923 fax
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Dewberry Raleigh, North Carolina 27607-3366 www.dewberry.com
June 9, 2005
Mr. Barry Herzberg
NC DWQ- Surface Water Protection - RRO
1628 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699 - 1628
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Reference: Johnston County, North Carolina
Four Oaks to Benson Force Main — Permit No. WQ0019649 Modification
Dewberry & Davis, Inc. Project No. 73209900
Dear Mr. Herzberg:
Please find enclosed the following for the Four Oaks to Benson Force Main project:
• One original and one copy of the application form.
• A check in the amount of $400 for the application fee.
The USGS topographic map and flow acceptance letter were previously submitted.
The modification for permit no. WQ 0019649 dated May 25, 2005 includes a variance for 12-inch force
main that will not achieve two feet per second in the current conditions. The modification includes
approximately 10,820 LF of 12-inch force main.
In order to reduce project costs after bids were received, the portion of 12-inch force main designed for
future flows from the McGees Crossroads was changed to 8-inch force main to accommodate the now
from Four Oaks only. Approximately 180 LF of 12-inch force main will be installed under I-95 for future
flows.
Should you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to call or email our office.
Sincerely,
Dewberry & Davis, Inc.
14W'4&.
Amanda L. Bader, P.E.
Project Manager
Enclosures
c: Timothy G. Broome, P.E., Johnston County
Joe Langston, P.E., Dewberry
P 73209900Admm Permits Mod letla a 'P-5 e—
Dewberry & Davis, Inc.

FAST -TRACK APPLICATION for G"VITY SEDERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS PACE I
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Department of Environment and Natural Resources
_co r �., �, �� i Division of Water Quality
FAST -TRACK APPLICATION
VITY SEWERS, PUMP STATIONS, AND FORCE MAINS
(Pressure sewers systems are not to be included as part of this application package)
INSTRUCTIONS: Indicate that you have included the following list of required application package items by checking the
space provided next to each item. Failure to submit all required items will lead to your application being returned as
incomplete or additional processing and review time. This form may be photocopied for use as an original.
® I. Application Form - Submit one original and one copy of the completed and appropriately executed application
form. Any changes to this form will result in the application being returned. The Division of Water Quality
(Division) will only accept application packages that have been fully completed with all applicable items
addressed. You do not need to submit detailed plans and specifications unless you respond -NO to Item B{2h
® II. Application Fee - Submit a check in the amount of $400 made payable to: North Carolina Department of
Environment and Natural Resources (NCDENR).
❑ III. Certificates of Public Convenience and Necessity — If the application is being submitted in the name of a
privately -owned public utility, submit two copies of the Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN)
which demonstrates that the public utility is authorized to hold the utility franchise for the area to be served by the
sewer extension. If a CPCN has not been issued, provide two copies of a letter from the North Carolina Utilities
Commission's Public Staff that states that an application for a franchise has been received, that the service area
is contiguous to an existing franchised area, and/or that franchise approval is expected. The project name in the
CPCN or letter must match that provided in Item A(2a) of this application.
❑ IV. Operational Agreements — Submit one original and two copies of a properly executed operational agreement if
the sewer extension is permitted by a private applicant and will be serving residential or commercial lots (e.g.,
houses, condominiums, townhomes, outparcels, etc.) that will be sold to another entity. If the applicant is a
homeowners' association, use Form HOA 02103. if the applicant is a developer, use Form DEV 02103. EVEN IF
THE PROJECT WILL BE TURNED OVER TO A MUNICIPALITY, FORM DEV 02/03 IS REQUIRED.
® V. Flow Acceptance Letters — If the owner of the downstream sewers and/or WWTF is different from the applicant,
submit two copies of a flow acceptance letter from the owner of the downstream sewers and WWTF, if different.
Flow acceptance letters must contain the following minimum information: applicant and project name, amount of
flow accepted, and name and permit number of the receiving sewers/WWTF. The flow acceptance must not
expire prior to permit issuance and must be dated less than a year prior to the application date.
Intergovernmental agreements or other contracts will not be accepted in lieu of a project -specific flow acceptance
letter.
® VI. Map -- Submit an 8.5-inch by 11-inch COLOR copy of the portion of a 7.5-minute USGS Topographic Map along
with this form. The map should identify the entire project area location as well as the closest downslope surface
waters as clearly as possible. Each map portion must be labeled with the map name and number, the identified
location of the sewer line and pump stations, and be of clear and reproducible quality. For instance, if the project
involves 4 miles of interceptor sewer that traverses over or near several different waterbodies (or counties,
basins, etc.), the map should have location ID's shown for each different waterbody (where the sewer line is within
100 feet of such waterbody - see Instruction VII). This location ID is self chosen and used to cross reference the
location in Section C of the permit application.
® VII. Stream Classifications — Section C
• If any portion of'the project is within 100 feet of any down slope surface water, Section C must be completed
for the pertinent sections.
• If the entire project area is a minimum of 100 feet away from any down slope surface waters BUT there is a
pump station involved where a history of power outage is to be used to provide adequate design storage
instead of dual feed or permanent or portable generator, Section C must be completed to demonstrate that
the closest down slope surface water is Class C (see 15A NCAC 2H .0219(h)(3)(D)).
• Use the guidance document entitled, "Determining Watershed Classifications for Form FTA 02/03 (Fast -Track
Sewer Systems)" available from http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu or by contacting the appropriate regional
office.
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❑ Vill. Environmental Assessments — If this project is subject to an Environmental Assessment (EA) [15A NCAC
01C .05001, this application can not be used. Send the project application on Form PSFMGSA 10/99 to the
Non -Discharge Permitting Unit, 1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1617. Applications can not be
processed until a Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) or Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) has been
issued. A copy is to be submitted with that permit application.
® IX. Certifications — Section D
The application must be certified by both the applicant and a North Carolina Registered Professional Engineer
(PE). The applicant signature must match the signing official listed in Item A(1b). The PE should NOT certify the
application if he/she is unfamiliar with 15A NCAC 2H .0200, the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design Criteria (most
recent version) and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
(most recent version), as applicable to the project. Certification by a PE who is unfamiliar with these documents
is subject to NC Board referral.
THE COMPLETED FTA 02/03 APPLICATION PACKAGE, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS AND $400
FEE, SHOULD BE SENT TO THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL OFFICE
REGIONAL OFFICE ADDRESS COUNTIES SERVED
Asheville Regional Office Avery, Buncombe, Burke, Caldwell,
2090 US Highway 70 Cherokee, Clay, Graham, Haywood,
Swannanoa, North Carolina 28778 Henderson, Jackson, Macon,
[phone] Madison, McDowell, Mitchell, Polk,
[phone] Fax Rutherford, Swain, Transylvania,
Yance
Fayetteville Regional Office
225 Green Street Suite 714
Faye
Fayetteville,
Fayetteville, North Carolina 28301
N
Anson, Bladen, Cumberland, Harnett,
48
Hoke, Montgomery, Moore, Robeson,
[phone] Fax
Richmond, Sampson, Scotland
Mooresville Regional Office
919 N Main Street
M
Moor
Mooresville, North Carolina 28115
Alexander, Cabarrus, Catawba,
663-169
Cleveland, Gaston, Iredell, Lincoln,
[phone] Fax
Mecklenburg, Rowan, Stanly, Union
Raleigh Regional Office
1628 Mail Service Center
Chatham, Durham, Edgecombe,
Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1628
Franklin, Granville, Halifax, Johnston,
[phone]
Lee, Nash, Northampton, Orange,
[phone] Fax
Person, Vance, Wake, Warren,
Wilson
Washington Regional Office
Beaufort, Bertie, Camden, Chowan,
943 Washington Square Mall
Craven, Currituck, Dare, Gates,
Washington, North Carolina 27889
Greene, Hertford, Hyde, Jones,
[phone]
Lenoir, Martin, Pamlico, Pasquotank,
[phone] Fax
Perquimans, Pitt, Tyrrell, Washington,
Wayne
Wilmington Regional Office
127 Cardinal Drive Extension
Wilmington, North Carolina 28405
Brunswick, Carteret, Columbus,
[phone]
Duplin, New Hanover, Onslow,
[phone] Fax
Pender
Winston-Salem Regional Office
585 Waughtown Street
Alamance, Alleghany, Ashe, Caswell,
Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27107
Davidson, Davie, Forsyth, Guilford,
[phone]
Rockingham, Randolph, Stokes,
[phone] Fax
Surry, Watauga, Wilkes, Yadkin
For more information, visit our web site at: http://h2o.enr state.nc.us/ndpu/
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FAST -TRACK APPLICATION REVIEW PROCEDURES
Project Name: Review Date:
Project Number: Reviewer:
All fast -track projects should be submitted on the application entitled "Fast -Track Application for
Gravity Sewers, Pump Stations, and Force Mains" (FORM: FTA 02/03 Rev 2,currently) unless
otherwise directed by the NDPU. Any pump station/force main projects that require an
Environmental Assessment (EA) are excluded from the Fast -Track review process, and should be
submitted for full review to the Central Office (NDPU) on FORM: PSFMGSA 10199. Additionally,
any projects involving a flow reduction request must receive approval for the flow reduction from
the central office.
PREVIEW
Does the application package appear to be generally complete (i.e. all attachments, check, key
questions answered)? If any portion of the application is not complete, or if any required
instruction items have been omitted. RETURN the application package and supporting
documents to the applicant using the Project Return Letter template. Send the package and
letter via certified mail to the applicant, and a copy of the letter to the engineering consultant.
Any projects that are to be returned shall be returned prior to accepting the application (i.e.,
before logging in the application and depositing the check). After a project has been accepted,
any information that is found to be incorrect and/or lacking must be requested via an Additional
Information Request in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0208(e).
Ensure that a check for $400 is submitted and made out to NCDENR. All new projects and major
modifications to existing projects require an application fee. A major modification includes any
changes to permitted flow volumes, changes in pipe diameter, changes in pipe length greater that
10% of the originaily permitted length, changes in the operating points of a pump station, etc.
S'ION A - Application Information
If the applicant is private (Item B(2)) and listed as a corporation, check the NC Department of the
Secretary of State's web site at http:JJwww.secretary,state nc.us/Corporations) to ensure that the
Applicant is registered with the Secretary of State to conduct business as a corporation in the
State of NC. Developer's and HOA's should be listed.
Ensure that the signing official meets the requirements of 15A NCAC 2H .0206(b). If they do not,
request a revised application that has been completed by an appropriate official or a letter from
an appropriate official that indicates the person in question is delegated to sign the application on
the applicant's behalf. A current list of Delegated Signing Officials can be obtained from the
NDPU. If a new delegated signing official letter is presented with the application, forward a copy
to the central office so that the person may be added to the Delegated Signing Official list. The
central office will send E-mails to the appropriate region if a new signing official has been added
so that the most current list can be used. The Non -Discharge Permitting Unit has an example
delegated signing official letter from http:± h2o.enr_state.nc.usindpu/spraypol.html#DELEG.
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.9AON B - PW.ic%
Project ��,qs
the project is a modification to an existing permit, be sure to
enter th a permit modification (i.e. "renew/modify application" and not
"create new project"). BIMS will pull the previous signing official and affiliations information.
Please go through all the tabs and ensure the information is correct for the current project.
Applicant a public entity (e.g. county, town, sanitary district)?
Applicant a private entity?
Own (i.e. lease) units, lots, parcels, etc?
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Sell units, ots, parcels, etc?
Ce ificate of Public Convenience and Necessity? 2H .0205(d)(2)
♦\Heat
ed if the applicant is a public utility. In lieu of a Certificate of P lic
ience and Necessity, they may submit written approval fro e
arolina Utilities Commission's Public Staff that states that the utility is
#o provide utility service in the subject project area. Now that the
name on the application and on the CPCN must match. Contact the
ublic Staff if questions arise. This is NOT REQUIID for a
lity or county! Examples of companies that wou provide a CPCN
at r Utilities or Carolina Water Service, etc.
.**Opel Ag ement? 2H .0205(d)(2
Operational A regiments are only required if th applicant is not a public
entity {i.e. Tow ,County, etc.) or public utility s designated by the North
Carolina Utilities Commission AND the lots eing served by the collection
system are to be old to individual owner .
♦ If the applicant N a developer, th must fill out the DEVELOPER
Operational Agr ment (FOR . DEV 02/03). A developer may be
responsible for th system f an interim period until the homeowners
association is form d, at w ich time a Permit Name/Ownership Change
request (FORM: PN CF 6/00) will be needed to transfer the permit to
the HOA.
If the applicant is/6 home wners' association (HOA), they must fill out
the ASSOCIAPre
N Opera nal Agreement (FORM: HOA 02/03 The
HOA must b registered wit the Secretary of State's office and must
provide a c y of the Associa ' ns' Bylaws and Articles of Incorporation_
These do uments should be re iewed to ensure that all applicable
langua regarding the collectio system is included as is required by
the , erational Agreement.
♦ The 90erational Agreement should be ahpched to the permit and
inc porated into the language of the per t, Please note that Operational
A eement language should not be altered ithout approval from the
Attorney General's Office. Operational Agree ents are available at
http://h2o.enr.state.nc.us/ndpu/ndpuapps.html,
Approval of flow to receiving sewers and WWTF? (i.e. P4 procedure, but now in-house!)
♦ Ensure that the receiving sewers and WWTF have adequate capacity available to accept the
flow volume that is being requested, and that the WWTF has been in compliance with their
treatment and disposal permit.
4k Flow acceptance letter(s) from the owner of the WWTF and owner of any intermediate sewers (if
different from WWTF owner and applicant)? 2H .0205(d)(3)(C)
♦ Required only if the applicant and the owner of the WWTF/intermediate sewers are not the
same entity.
♦ Project specific flow acceptance letters are required.
♦ Ensure that the following items appear in the flow acceptance letter: applicant's name,
project name, amount of wastewater flow accepted, date that the flow acceptance was
granted, expiration date of the acceptance, and name/permit number of the receiving WWTF.
Do not accept a flow acceptance letter that was issued more than one year prior to the
receipt of the package.
♦ Ensure that the owner accepted the entire volume of flow listed in application.
Main Problems Noted: A flow acceptance letter is provided by the receiving WWTP owner but
not the downstream sewer owner, which both are different from the applicant. Example, private
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developer in Knightdale. Both Knightdale and Raleigh would need to provide a flow acceptance
letter as Knightdale will transport the wastewater and Raleigh will treat the wastewater.
Wastewater industriat
domestic in ature?
♦ Most projects y ill ater that is domestic in nature, however, if Item B.6 indicates
that the wastewater is industrial in nature, notify the Regional Office Pretreatment
Coordinator or the WQ Pretreatment Unit Central Office to determine if a pretreatment permit
is needed or if a program already in place and compliant.
Flow volume calculated correctly? 2H .0299(1)
♦ Ensure that the daily design flow in the application is based on the guidance provided in the
regulations or existing flow, and that the explanation as to how this volume was determined is
very specific (i.e., 22 three -bedroom homes, 50,000 s.f. of retail space, 18 employees, etc).
This information will be included in the description of the system in the permit. Our regs say
120 gpd/bedroom for residential. Note that for one -bedroom the minimum they can use is
240 gpd.
♦ If daily design flow is not based on regulations, ensure that the applicant has an approved
flow reduction of daily design flow rate on file with the Division. A list of approved flow
reductions may be obtained from the DWQ Intranet or by contacting the NDPU. Flow
reduction requests are to be reviewed by the central office, and must be reviewed and
approved before the application is accepted by the regional office for review.
• On occasion, there may be an instance where supporting documentation is submitted with
the application for a specific facility. Contact NDPU to determine a course of action.
♦ Ensure that the flows shown on the application match up to what is shown on the plans (if
available for review). For example, if the application states that 100 lots are to be developed,
ensure that there are 100 lots, and not 150 lots, shown on the plans. Plans are only required
for review if the applicant is requesting a variance to the MDC or the .0200's.
♦ Do not allocate "future" wastewater flows (i.e., that based on speculative development).
These would be permitted in future wastewater collection system extensions. Although, we
do allocate "unknown" flows on a per acre basis for industrial/commercial park applications.
Generally, the Division has accepted between 900 gpolacre —1500 gpolacre. Let the
engineer support his calculation.
Adequate information provided regarding the proposed gravity sewer and/or force main (if
applicable)?
Note 1: An Environmental Assessment may be required if there are 3 miles of gravity sewer over
18-inches in diameter (15A NCAC 1 C .0100). Environmental Assessment projects can NOT go
Fast -Track!
Main Problems Noted: A public entity specifies 6-inch line when 8-inch is required; 4-inch line is
specified and no variance requested
Adequate information provided regarding the proposed pump station(s) (if applicable)?
Note: An Environmental Assessment may be required if the pump station(s) have a firm capacity
of 1,750 GPM or greater (15A NCAC 1C .0100). If there are any questions about whether an EA
may be required, discuss with your supervisor or contact Alex Marks of the Planning Branch's
Local Government Assistance Unit.
• Power reliability at the pump station provided in accordance with Section 5.04 of the
Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and Force Mains
document (i.e. dual line feed, portable generator wltelemetry, permanent generator with
automatic transfer switch, wet well storage if near Class C waters)? Note 1: Section C of the
FTA has to be completed and show a Class C down slope water in order to use wet well
storage as a reliability option. Include the special condition in the permit. You will need to
ask for storage calculations and the power outage data. Note 2: Ensure telemetry is specified
if a portable generator is called out. Check with the engineer if unsure. Note 3: Ensure an
automatic transfer switch (ATS) is specified if a permanent (standby) generator is specified.
Check with the engineer if unsure.
Main Problems Noted: Failure to specify appropriate or applicable power reliability option
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NOProject designed in accordance with 15A NCAC 2H .0200, the Gravity Sewer Minimum Design
Criteria and the Minimum Design Criteria for the Fast -Track Permitting of Pump Stations and
V 44AIcE Force Mains document (as applicable)? NO will be checked in Item B(12) of the FTA. If NO.
� I forward one copy of the supporting documents to the Central Office for review, indicating the
0/0 V G permit number, owner and project name. The Central Office will review the variance request, and
if approvable, specific language regarding the variance will be forwarded to the Regional Office
reviewer to incorporate into the permit. A copy of the variance letter provided by the central office
should be kept with the application file. If you catch something in the application or supporting
/ documents that is not in accordance with our regs or MDC, send an additional information
request.
Main Problems Noted: A public entity specifies 6-inch line when 8-inch is required; 4-inch line is
specified and no variance requested; supporting documents show slope issues...
SE�O,N C -- Watershed Classification
/Color topographic map submitted?
- Watershed classification required? If YES, you are advised to "spot-check" the classification(s).
If NO, ensure the applicant/engineer has indicated why one is not required. BOTH BOXES IN
SECTION C MUST BE CHECKED TO NOT PROVIDE A CLASSIFICATION!
1010N D -Certifications
Signing Official's signature? 2H .0206(b)
♦ Ensure that the applicant's signature is the same person as that listed as the applicant's
signing official on Page 1 of the application form.
ll/ PE stamped, signed, and dated application, plans, specifications, and calculations (if applicable)?
2H .0205(d)(1)(A)(iii)
♦ Ensure that the same engineer has signed, sealed, and dated the application and all the
items, with the exception of items designed by specialty disciplines (i.e., architectural,
structural, plumbing, and electrical plans). If not, an explanation and/or authorization is
required.
Adequate information provided for the engineerlengineering firm?
' PE with active license in North Carolina? 2H .0205(d)(1)(A)(iii) or 2H .0203(28)
• Ensure that ALL pertinent P.E's have active licenses by checking the NC Professional
Engineer's Board web site (www.ncbels.org - the PE number must be six digits, use leading 0
when needed).
♦ If the PE seal number does not show up on the web site database, call the PE Board for
verification [phone] .
Drafting a Permit
♦ In order to be consistent, use the most current version of the Fast -Track permit shell. This permit
shell contains specific language with respect to the Minimum Design Criteria, regulations, and
collection system permitting. The NDPU will notify you of any changes to this permit shell.
♦ Be specific with respect the system description and information. Indicate the flow, what the project
will be serving, length and size of gravity sewer lines and force mains, etc. For projects involving
pump stations, the size of the pump stations, as well as the reliability option and any additional info
(telemetry, odor control system, etc) should be included. A sample permit is on the DWO Intranet.
♦ Add or remove any special conditions as necessary. Please call attention to any non-standard permit
conditions in the cover letter of the permit and include the permit condition where necessary. See the
Example Special Conditions document.
♦ If the project is a modification, don't forget to include the system description from the previous permit
and void the previous permit in the language! Some of these can be tricky so feel free to run the
drafted permit through NDPU first before issuance.
♦ It is preferable if Fast -Tracks are saved electronically by permit number under issued year and month.
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Dc-nying a Project
If the Reviewer/Supervisor determines that an application package should be denied because it can
not meet NC Statutes, rules or regulations, then a denial letter should be drafted. Special attention
should be paid to the statutory deadline for permitting. If it is thought that a project might be
denied, it is important to review it and draft the denial letter as soon as possible. There must
be time allowed for the denial letter to be sent up to the Director and signed prior to the
statutory date.
The Reviewer should use the Application Denial Letter template to prepare a denial package for the
Supervisor's review and submittal to the Director for signature. The letter should not be dated, but
instead will be dated after the Director signs it. A memo to the Director should be attached to the top
of the denial package summarizing the reasons for denial. This package must be singed off on by the
reviewer, supervisor, Section Chief, and Director. Distribute the letter as directed in "Issuing a
Permit" below.
Issuing a Pernut
Permits should be signed only by those delegated to sign for the Director.
Permits should be distributed as follows (include the signed Operational Agreement with the
permit and all distribution copies if applicablel):
✓ Original to the Permittee
✓ Copy to the consulting engineer
✓ Copy to the county health department
✓ Copy to the Mecklenburg County Department of Environmental Protection for all projects located
in Mecklenburg County
✓ Copy(ies) to the owner of the WWTF and owner of the downstream sewers (if different than the
Permittee)
✓ Electronic Copy and hard Copy to the NDPU for our files
✓ Copy to Central Files (attach application package and any supporting documents with a staple -
do not include any plans unless they are small and can be folded up into an 8.5" x 11" sheet)
✓ Save an electronic version named WQOOXXXXX.doc in a folder on your office shared drive or
hard drive. Try to keep your drafts and issued files separate. SEND ELECTRONIC COPIES TO
NDPU on a frequent basis - weekly or monthly!
Permit Corrections
♦ If a permit has been issued but an error discovered internally or by the Permittee or their engineer, a
permit correction is necessary.
♦ Pull the original permit and make the corrections - do not change issue dates or enter a new
application in BIMS - resave the permit
♦ Prepare the permit correction cover letter modifying as applicable - the corrections need to be
distributed to the same people/agencies who received the orginal permit
♦ Print the corrected permit and permit correction letter - sign if needed
• Maintain Permit in BIMS - add permit corrected event date and comments as to what was corrected
• Copy and distribute
The Certification
♦ Final engineering certifications will be submitted back to your office when the project is complete.
These should be date stamped (the certification page, record drawings and calculations, if applicable)
♦ Construction, Grants & Loans (CGL) may request and audit some of these certifications
• Regardless of whether the region or CGL reviews a certification, the receipt date must be logged into
BIMS. Perform the following: Maintain Permit, Enter Permit No., Go to Events Tab, Add Event, Select
Engineering/Tech Specialist Certification Received, Enter Receipt Date
• If the certification sheet is marked partial - put partial in the event comment field.
♦ If the certification seems incomplete - missing plans or calculations or no PE seal - note incomplete
in the comment field. Send an incomplete certification letter. The certification page in the permit
explains exactly what the engineer is to provide.
• If the certification is provided to CGL - maintain the engineer certification received event and put "to
CGL for review on DATE" in the event engineer certification received comment field.
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♦ If the region wishes to perform a detailed review — look for items not meeting the minimum desigrt
criteria or outside of the permit. For instance, minimum cover; slope; minimum separation distances;
line size changes; length; reroutes; additional lots than permitted; pump station alarms; pump cycle
times; no indication of record drawing (as-builts) on plans; no PE seal or note about record drawings
(land surveyor seals are not appropriate). A certification checklist is being developed.
• Regardless of review, certifications need to be processed as this closes out the permit. Fallow the
processing engineering certifications guidance document.
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