20231502 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20231103

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Division of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
October 2, 2023 Ver 4.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Change only If needed.
Pre -Filing Meeting Date Request was submitted on:
7/21 /2023
Does this project involve maintenance dredging funded by the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Dredging and Aquatic Weed Fund or involve the distribution or transmission of energy or
fuel, including natural gas, diesel, petroleum, or electricity?
Yes No
BIMS # Assigned *
20231502
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required
Fee received
Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office*
Wilmington Regional Office - [phone]
Information for Initial Review
1a. Name of project:
Brookfield Branch
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Kim Williams - Davey Resource Group, Inc.
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
11/3/2023
Nearest Body of Water
Godfrey Creek
Basin
Cape Fear
Water Classification
C; Sw
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
34.385176
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Fender
Longitude:
-77.710235
Version#*
1
What amount is owed?*
$240.00
$323.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Holley Snider:Holley.Snider
1c. Primary Contact Phone: *
[phone]
$570.00
$767.00
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Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No

Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
1a.Type(s)of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
Yes
No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 29 - Residential Developments
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number: 18 - Minor Discharges
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification: Yes No
For the record only for Corps Permit: Yes No
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? *
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
Yes No
1i. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
Yes No Unknown
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Hoover Road Investments LLC
2b. Deed book and page no.:
2c. Contact Person:
D Logan
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2d. Address
Street Address
60 Gregory Rd. Suite #1
Address Line 2
City
Leland
Postal / Zip Code
28451
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Kim Williams
4b. Business Name:
Davey Resource Group, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
3805 Wrightsville Avenue; Suite 15
Address Line 2
city
Wilmington
Postal / Zip Code
28403
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
Brookfield Branch
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
Hampstead
2. Project Identification
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number:
[phone]
2a. Property Identification Number:
3283-94-9377-0000;3283-83-9765-
2b. Property size:
0000;3283-93-1673-0000
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2c. Project Address
Street Address
Hoover Road
Address Line 2
City
State / Province / Region
Hampstead
NC
Postal / Zip Code
Country
28443
USA
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
Godfrey Creek
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
C; Sw
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3c. What river basins) is your project located in?*
Cape Fear

3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030300070804
4. Project Description and History
4a. Describe the existing conditions on the site and the general land use in the vicinity of the project at the time of this application: "
The tract is located east of Hoover Road in Hampstead (Pender County), NC. The northwestern half of the tract is cleared uplands that currently supports a mix of herbaceous species and
some small woody species. The southeastern half of the site is forested wetlands that supports a mix of pond pine and hardwoods such as black gum, sweetgum, and red maple trees. A
stream runs along or near the southwestern project boundary, which runs northwest to Godfrey Creek.
Adjacent land use consists of a laydown yard just to the south, undeveloped and forested land to the north, east, and south, and residential development to the southwest and west.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes No Unknown
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
- 24.2
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
- 1,800
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:*
The purpose of the project is to construct a residential subdivision to accommodate the housing needs of the area. A stream impact is needed to gain access to the site. Jurisdictional ditch
impacts are needed for general site development.
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used:
This residential development will include single family lots (- 150), townhomes (- 130 units), and an amenity area. Roads, utilities, stormwater ponds are also proposed. Sidewalks are a
requirement of the municipality. One stream crossing is proposed. A 72-in. box culvert will be installed at this crossing to maintain hydrologic flow and will be buried per USACE and DWR
requirements. The top of the riprap will be at the same elevation as the stream bed.
Erosion control measures will be installed prior to any site disturbance. The limits of disturbance will then be cleared of vegetation. Site grading (including proposed ditch fill) will occur as
depicted on the site plan. Roadways and utilities will be installed. Then home/building construction will occur. Track hoe, loader, dump truck, bob cat, and other standard construction
equipment will be used.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?*
Yes No Unknown
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2018-01501;SAW-2022-02559
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Wes Fryar
Agency/Consultant Company: Davey Resource Group
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
Emily Greer with the USACE issued an AJD for the larger site on 6/8120 (SAW-2018-01501). David Moose with the USACE issued a PJD for the smaller parcels to the southwest on
8/28/23 (SAW-2022-02559).
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
Yes No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
No
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
la. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction
3. Stream Impacts
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3a. Reason for impact (?)
Road Crossing
3b.lmpact type"
Permanent
3c. Type of impact*
Culvert
3d. S. name*
UT to Godfrey Creek
3e. Stream Type"
(?)
Perennial
3f. Type of
Jurisdiction*
Both
3g. S. width
10
Aveage (feet)
3h. Impact
length*
56
(linear feet)
S2
Road Crossing
Temporary
Rip Rap Fill
UT to Godfrey Creek
Perennial
Both
10
Average (feet)
50
(linear feet)
3i. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
56
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
106
3j. Comments:
4. Open Water Impacts
3i. Total temporary stream impacts:
50
4a. Site #
4a1. Impact Reason
4b. Impact type
4c. Name of waterboWy
4d. Activity type :114e.
Waterbody type
4f. Impact area
Site Development
P
RPW 2
Fill
Ditch
0.21
Site Development
P
RPW 3
Fill
Ditch
0.08
Site Development
P
RPW 4
Fill
Ditch
0.05
4g. Total temporary open water Impacts:
0.00
4g. Total open water impacts:
0.34
4h. Comments:
Of the ditch impacts, 0.076 acre are within a 100-yr floodplain
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
4g. Total permanent open water impacts:
0.34
la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The applicant attempted to minimize impacts to jurisdictional features during the site planning. All wetlands have been avoided. NCDOT owns a portion
of the tract along Hoover Road and the only access to the site is through smaller parcels in the southwestern part of the project area that the owner
purchased specifically for site entry. The width of the road crossing has been minimized as much as possible. Jurisdictional ditches run through the site
and the engineer could not avoid them and still provide an economically viable site plan.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
The developer will obtain stormwater and sedimentation and erosion control permits prior to development.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
Yes No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Permanent stream impacts from the proposed culvert are under 0.02 acre, which is the typical threshold for stream mitigation. Other impacts are to jurisdictional ditches or are temporary
impacts for rip rap installation.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes No
If no, explain why:
Site is located in the Cape Fear River Basin, which does not have riparian buffer rules.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
Yes No
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2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
2c. Does this project have a stormwater management plan (SMP) reviewed and approved under a state stormwater program or state -approved local government stormwater program?
Yes No
N/A - project disturbs < 1 acre
2d. Which of the following stormwater management program(s) apply:
Local Government State
State Stormwater Programs
Phase II Coastal Counties
HWQ or ORW Other
Comments:
Engineer is currently preparing a stormwater plan.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?
Yes No
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
Yes No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The project will not provide access or utilities to adjacent tracts. Additionally, erosion control and stormwater permits will be obtained to minimize impacts
to downstream waters.
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?
Yes No N/A
4b. Describe, in detail, the treatment methods and dispositions (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project. If the wastewater will be treated at a
treatment plant, list the capacity available at that plant.
Project will tie into municipal wastewater treatment system.
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?*
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?
Yes No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
Yes No
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
Yes No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
Yes No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
Yes No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
Yes No
Unknown
5L Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
Yes No

5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
The NC Natural Heritage Program database was reviewed to determine if any rare species are known to occur on or near the site. According to their
files, no federally listed species are known to occur on or within a one mile radius of the site. The USFWS IPaC database was also reviewed and several
species were identified as potentially occurring in the region. DRG staff performed a T&E habitat assessment for the site in 2022. Forested wetlands
provide suitable habitat for the northern long-eared bat and tri-colored bat. These areas will be avoided. DRG prepared a determination key for the
NLEB, which resulted in a NLAA determination. Uplands have been cleared of trees and wetlands support mostly hardwoods. Therefore, the tract does
not appear to provide suitable habitat for the RCW. The site does not appear to provide suitable habitat for any other federally -protected species.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?*
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?
NOAA EFH Mapper
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources?
The NC State Historic Preservation Office HPOWEB GIS mapping resource was used to determine the presence of known cultural or historic resources.
A couple of surveyed structures are noted along Hoover Road, but no resources are identified within the site. Additionally, a request for comment was
submitted to SHPO for tract. They responded and had no comment.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? *
Yes No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
Portions of the site are located within the 100-yr floodplain. The applicant will coordinate with the County on obtaining a floodplain development permit, if
one is needed.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Miscellaneous
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Please use the space below to attach all required documentation or any additional information you feel is helpful for application review. Documents should be combined into one file when
possible, with a Cover Letter, Table of Contents, and a Cover Sheet for each Section preferred.
Click the upload button or drag and drop files here to attach document
Hoover Rd Attachments.pdf 6.55MB
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Comments
Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief'; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Kim Williams
Signature
Date
11 /3/2023
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