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HomeMy WebLinkAbout20240130 Ver 2_Penler_Creston Circle_PCN_03122024_20240312O�0� 1N A rf�¢ ❑-< Office Use Only: Corps action ID no. DWQ project no. Form Version 1.4 January 2009 Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form A. Applicant Information 1. Processing 1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps: ❑X Section 404 Permit ❑ Section 10 Permit 1 b. Specify Nationwide Permit (NWP) number: 39 or General Permit (GP) number: 1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? ❑ Yes ❑X No 1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWQ (check all that apply): ❑X 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular ❑ Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit ❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Express ❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization 1e. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required? For the record only for DWQ 401 Certification: ❑ Yes ❑X No For the record only for Corps Permit: ❑ Yes ❑X No 1f. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts? If so, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program. ❑ Yes ❑X No 1 g. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties. If yes, answer 1 h below. ❑ Yes ❑X No 1 h. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)? ❑ Yes ❑X No 2. Project Information 2a. Name of project: Creston Circle 2b. County: Mecklenburg 2c. Nearest municipality / town: Mount Holly 2d. Subdivision name: 2e. NCDOT only, T.I.P. or state project no: 3. Owner Information 3a. Name(s) on Recorded Deed: Multiple. see attached 3b. Deed Book and Page No. 3c. Responsible Party (for LLC if applicable): 3d. Street address: 3e. City, state, zip: 3f. Telephone no.: 3g. Fax no.: 3h. Email address: Page 1 of 10 PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009 4. Applicant Information (if different from owner) 4a. Applicant is: ❑X Agent ❑ Other, specify: 4b. Name: Mr. William McGuire 4c. Business name (if applicable): Penler 4d. Street address: 2964 Peachtree Rd., NW, Ste 275 4e. City, state, zip: Atlanta, GA 30305 4f. Telephone no.: 704-576-6500 4g. Fax no.: 4h. Email address: wmcguire@penler.com 5. Agent/Consultant Information (if applicable) 5a. Name: Lisa Long 5b. Business name (if applicable): WSP USA 5c. Street address: 1001 Wade Avenue, Suite 400 5d. City, state, zip: Raleigh, NC 27605 5e. Telephone no.: 804-564-9813 5f. Fax no.: 5g. Email address: lisa.long@wsp.com Page 2 of 10 B. Project Information and Prior Project History 1. Property Identification 1a. Property identification no. (tax PIN or parcel ID): mulitple, see attached 1b. Site coordinates (in decimal degrees): Latitude: 35.298104 Longitude:-80.982044 1c. Property size: 24.29 acres 2. Surface Waters 2a. Name of nearest body of water to proposed project: Long Creek 2b. Water Quality Classification of nearest receiving water: WS-IV 2c. River basin: Catawba 3. Project Description 3a. 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 Penler Mount Holly Road site is approximately 24.29 acres located at 10837 Mount Holly Road in Charlotte, North Carolina within Mecklenburg County. The site is comprised primarily of forested area, with several residences as well as a commercial building. A sewerline easement is present adjacent to a stream channel, and small powerline corridors. The site is bounded by forested areas and residential development to the east, west, and ­,th ­1 1- Mount Holiv Road liqht ­mmercial development residential development and forested areas to the nnah 3b. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property: 0 3c. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent and perennial) on the property: 1,678.1 3d. Explain the purpose of the proposed project: The purpose of the project is to construct a multiuse development consisting of high -density residential and commercial buildings with community cohe, 3e. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used: 4. Jurisdictional Determinations 4a. Have jurisdictional wetland or stream determinations by the Corps or State been requested or obtained for this property / project (includingall prior phases)in the past? ❑X Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown Comments: 4b. If the Corps made the jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made? ❑X Preliminary ❑ Final 4c. If yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas? Name (if known): Jan Gay, WSP Agency/Consultant Company: Other: 4d. If yes, list the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determinations or State determinations and attach documentation. 12/7/2022 - Preliminary Jurisdictional Determinations for SAW-2022-02321 received from Bryan Roden -Reynolds of the USACE 5. Project History 5a. Have permits or certifications been requested or obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past? ❑Yes ❑X No ❑ Unknown 5b. If yes, explain in detail according to "help file" instructions. 6. Future Project Plans 6a. Is this a phased project? ❑ Yes ❑X No 6b. If yes, explain. Page 3 of 10 PCN Form - Version 1.4 January 2009 C. Proposed Impacts Inventory 1. Impacts Summary 1 a. Which sections were completed below for your project (check all that apply): ❑ Wetlands ❑X Streams — tributaries ❑ Buffers ❑X Open Waters ❑ Pond Construction 2. Wetland Impacts If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, then complete this question for each wetland area impacted. 2a. Wetland impact number Permanent (P) or Temporary T 2b. Type of impact 2c. Type of wetland 2d. Forested 2e. Type of jurisdiction Corps (404,10) or DWQ (401, other) 2f. Area of impact (acres) W1 Choose one Choose one Yes/No W2 Choose one Choose one Yes/No W3 Choose one Choose one Yes/No W4 Choose one Choose one Yes/No W5 Choose one Choose one Yes/No W6 Choose one Choose one Yes/No 2g. Total Wetland Impacts: 0 2h. Comments: 3. Stream Impacts If there are perennial or intermittent stream impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site, then complete this question for all stream sites impacted. 3a. Stream impact number Permanent (P) or Temporary (T) 3b. Type of impact 3c. Stream name 3d. Perennial (PER) or intermittent (INT)? 3e. Type of jurisdiction 3f. Average stream width (feet) 3g. Impact length (linear feet) S1 P Culvert SA INT Corps 6.7 77 S2 T Culvert SA INT Corps 3.2 11 S3 T Construction buffer SA INT Corps 5.4 40 S4 Choose one S5 Choose one S6 Choose one 3h. Total stream and tributary impacts 77 3i. Comments: Page 4 of 10 PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009 4. Open Water Impacts If there are proposed impacts to lakes, ponds, estuaries, tributaries, sounds, the Atlantic Ocean, or any other open water of the U.S. then indivi ually list all open water impacts below. 4a. Open water impact number Permanent (P) or Tem orar T 4b. Name of waterbody (if applicable) 4c. Type of impact 4d. Waterbody type 4e. Area of impact (acres) 01 P PA Fill Pond 0.11 02 P PA Fill Pond 0.06 03 Choose one Choose 04 Choose one Choose 4f. Total open water impacts 0.17 4g. Comments:.1 his feature is a s ormwa er pond with no outlet whose water source is runott Trom adjacent yards. it was determined to be non - jurisdictional in the 12/7/2022 PJD. 5. Pond or Lake Construction If pond or lake construction proposed, the complete the chart below. 5a. Pond ID number 5b. Proposed use or purpose of pond 5c. Wetland Impacts (acres) 5d. Stream Impacts (feet) 5e. Upland (acres) Flooded Filled Excavated Flooded Filled Excavated P1 Choose one P2 Choose one 5f. Total: 5g. Comments: 5h. Is a dam high hazard permit required? ❑ Yes ❑ No If yes, permit ID no: 5i. Expected pond surface area (acres): 5j. Size of pond watershed (acres): 5k. Method of construction: 6. Buffer Impacts (for DWQ) If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. If yes, then individually list all buffer impacts below. If any impacts require mitigation, then you MUST fill out Section D of this form. 6a. Project is in which protected basin? ❑ Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑ Catawba ❑ Randleman ❑ Other: 6b. Buffer Impact number - Permanent (P) or Temporary T 6c. Reason for impact 6d. Stream name 6e. Buffer mitigation required? 6f. Zone 1 impact (square feet) 6g. Zone 2 impact (square feet B1 Yes/No B2 Yes/No B3 Yes/No B4 Yes/No B5 Yes/No B6 Yes/No 6h. Total Buffer Impacts: 6i. Comments: Page 5 of 10 D. Impact Justification and Mitigation 1. Avoidance and Minimization la. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing project. Impacts to jurisdictional features have been avoided and minimized to the maximum extent practicable by incorporating resourceful site planning, including utilization of the wetland/stream delineation to adjust the layout of the Site design to avoid and minimize impacts. The remaining impacts are necessary in order for the project's goals to be realized. The proposed culvert replaces an existing culvert at a reconfigured angle suitable to the entrance drive. The entry drive location is a required public network street whose crossing is determined by the location of the existing adjacent drive. 1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques. 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 ❑X No 2b. If yes, mitigation is required by (check all that apply): ❑ DWQ ❑ Corps 2c. If yes, which mitigation option will be used for this project? ❑ Mitigation bank El Payment to in -lieu fee program ❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation 3. Complete if Using a Mitigation Bank 3a. Name of Mitigation Bank: 3b. Credits Purchased (attach receipt and letter) Type: Choose one Type: Choose one Type: Choose one Quantity: Quantity: Quantity: 3c. Comments: 4. Complete if Making a Payment to In -lieu Fee Program 4a. Approval letter from in -lieu fee program is attached. ❑ Yes 4b. Stream mitigation requested: linear feet 4c. If using stream mitigation, stream temperature: Choose one 4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWQ only): square feet 4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres 4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested: acres 4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested: acres 4h. Comments: 5. Complete if Using a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan 5a. If using a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan. Page 6 of 10 PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009 6. Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — required by DWQ 6a. Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer that requires ❑ Yes ❑X No buffer mitigation? 6b. If yes, then identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the amount of mitigation required. 6c. 6d. 6e. Zone Reason for impact Total impact Multiplier Required mitigation (square feet) (square feet) Zone 1 3 (2 for Catawba) Zone 2 1.5 6f. Total buffer mitigation required: 6g. If buffer mitigation is required, discuss what type of mitigation is proposed (e.g., payment to private mitigation bank, permittee responsible riparian buffer restoration, payment into an approved in -lieu fee fund). The project occurs within Charlotte -Mecklenburg S.W.I.M and post -development buffer areas. Buffer disturbances will be permitted 6h. Comments: through CMSWS. No state riparian buffers are present in the project area. Page 7 of 10 E. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWQ) 1. Diffuse Flow Plan la. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified ❑ Yes ❑X No within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules? 1b. If yes, then is a diffuse flow plan included? If no, explain why. ❑ Yes ❑ No 2. Stormwater Management Plan 2a. What is the overall percent imperviousness of this project? 2b. Does this project require a Stormwater Management Plan? ❑X Yes ❑ No 2c. If this project DOES NOT require a Stormwater Management Plan, explain why: 2d. If this project DOES require a Stormwater Management Plan, then provide a brief, narrative description of the plan: Stormwater management is provided per City of Charlotte requirements. The overall plan proposes a storm system to maintain the existing drainage patterns and route through the proposed Wet Pond. Water Quality and Detention are being provided through the Wet Pond. 2e. Who will be responsible for the review of the Stormwater Management Plan? Charlotte -Mecklenburg Stormwater Service 3. Certified Local Government Stormwater Review 3a. In which localgovernment's jurisdiction is thisproject? Charlotte -Mecklenburg Stormwater Service ❑X Phase II ❑ NSW 3b. Which of the following locally -implemented stormwater management programs ❑ USMP apply (check all that apply): ❑ Water Supply Watershed ❑ Other: 3c. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ❑Yes ❑X No attached? 4. DWQ Stormwater Program Review ❑Coastal counties ❑HQW 4a. Which of the following state -implemented stormwater management programs apply ❑ORW (check all that apply): ❑Session Law 2006-246 ❑Other: 4b. Has the approved Stormwater Management Plan with proof of approval been ❑ Yes ❑ No attached? 5. DWQ 401 Unit Stormwater Review 5a. Does the Stormwater Management Plan meet the appropriate requirements? ❑ Yes ❑ No 5b. Have all of the 401 Unit submittal requirements been met? ❑ Yes ❑ No Page 8 of 10 PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009 F. Supplementary Information 1. Environmental Documentation (DWQ Requirement) 1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the ❑ Yes ❑X No use of public (federal/state) land? 1b. If you answered "yes" to the above, does the project require preparation of an environmental document pursuant to the requirements of the National or State El Yes ❑ No (North Carolina) Environmental Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)? 1c. If you answered "yes" to the above, has the document review been finalized by the State Clearing House? (If so, attach a copy of the NEPA or SEPA final approval ❑ Yes ❑ No letter.) Comments: 2. Violations (DWQ Requirement) 2a. Is the site in violation of DWQ Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), DWQ Surface Water or Wetland Standards, ❑Yes ❑X No or Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? 2b. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? ❑Yes ❑X No 2c. If you answered "yes" to one or both of the above questions, provide an explanation of the violation(s): 3. Cumulative Impacts (DWQ Requirement) 3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future impacts) result in El Yes ❑X No additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality? 3b. If you answered "yes" to the above, submit a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the most recent DWQ policy. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description. 4. Sewage Disposal (DWQ Requirement) 4a. 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. Sewer in -site is private and routing to the public Charlotte Water sewer system on -site. This Charlotte Water system routes to the McAlpine WWTP. The flow anticipated from the site is 37,530 GPD. Treatment capacity of the plant is unknown. Page 9 of 10 PCN Form — Version 1.4 January 2009 5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement) 5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or ❑X Yes ❑ No habitat? 5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act ❑ Yes ❑X No impacts? 5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted. - 5d. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat? 6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement) 6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as essential fish habitat? ❑ Yes ❑X No 6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact 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 ❑X Yes ❑ No status (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or properties significant in North Carolina history and archaeology)? 7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources? 8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement) 8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? ❑X Yes ❑ No 8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements: According to FEMA FIRM panel 3710450600L (effective 09/02/2015), the southeastern portions of the project area are located within Zone AE, an area with 1 % annual chance flood hazard within regulatory floodway. and base flood elevations between 600 and 610 feet above mean sea level. The remainder of the site is located within Zone X, an area of minimal flood hazard. No impacts to the 100-yr floodplain are anticipated. 8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination? FEMA FIRM panel 3710450600L (effective 09/02/2015) Lisa Long Wv� 03-12-2024 Applicant/Agent's Printed Name Date Applicant/Agent's Signature (Agent's signature is valid only if an authorization letter from the applicant isprovided.) Page 10 of 10 Penler Mount Holly Road Mecklenburg County, North Carolina USACE Pre -Construction Notification (NWP 39) Submittal Package Attachments Pre -Filing Meeting Request (email submitted to NCDEQ on November 13, 2023) Property Owners Table SAW-2022-02321 Signed PJD Figure 1 —Site Location Map Figure 2 — Site Aerial Map Figure 3 —Topographic Map Figure 4 — National Wetland Inventory Map Figure 5 — NRCS Soils Map Figure 6 — Known Cultural Resources Map Figure 7 —Jurisdictional Features Map Plan View and Cross -Section Environmental Impacts Drawing NC Natural Heritage Program Database Query Correspondence U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service IPaC Database Query Correspondence Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report Long, Lisa From: 401 PreFile <401 PreFile@deq.nc.gov> Sent: Monday, November 13, 2023 9:17 AM To: Tudor, Nick Subject: Automatic reply: [External] 401/Buffer Pre -filing Meeting Request This email confirms receipt of your pre -filing meeting request. Please retain this email for your records and submit this documentation as part of your 401 application (PCN Application) as required by federal law. DWR will not be able to accept your application without this federally required documentation. 401 applications received without documentation that a pre -filing meeting request was submitted at least 30 days prior will be returned as incomplete. Responses to this email are not monitored. If you need to contact 401/Buffer Permitting Staff, please use the following link(s) to access of staff contact list(s). For Non -Transportation Central Staff: https://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-quality-permitting/401-buffer-permitting/401- buffer-perm itti ng-contacts For Non -Transportation Regional Staff: https://edocs.deg.nc.gov/WaterResources/DocView.aspx?dbid=0&id=2162034&cr=1 For all Transportation Projects Including NCDOT Projects: https://deg.nc.gov/about/divisions/water-resources/water-resources-permits/transportation- pe rm itti ng/staff-contacts Email correspondence to and from this address may be subject to the North Carolina Public Records Law and may be disclosed to third parties by an authorized state official. 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Quad: NC -Mountain Island Lake NOTIFICATION OF JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION Requestor: Penler Development William McGuire Address: 2964 Peachtree Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305 Telephone Number: 704-576-6500 E-mail: wmcguire(&t)enler.com Size (acres) 22 Nearest Town Charlotte Nearest Waterway Long Creek River Basin Santee USGS HUC 03050101 Coordinates Latitude: 35.2989 Longitude:-80.9816 Location description: The review area is located on the south side of Mt. Holly Road; approximately 0.2 miles south of the intersection of Mt. Holly Road and Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road. PIN: 05302225. Reference review area description shown in the Jurisdictional Determination Request package entitled "Figure 1, Site Location Mad' and dated 09/15/22. Indicate Which of the Following Apply: A. Preliminary Determination ® There appear to be waters on the above described project area/property, that may be subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)(33 USC § 1344) and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) (33 USC § 403). The waters have been delineated, and the delineation has been verified by the Corps to be sufficiently accurate and reliable. The approximate boundaries of these waters are shown on the enclosed delineation map dated 9/29/2022. Therefore this preliminary jurisdiction determination may be used in the permit evaluation process, including determining compensatory mitigation. For purposes of computation of impacts, compensatory mitigation requirements, and other resource protection measures, a permit decision made on the basis of a preliminary JD will treat all waters and wetlands that would be affected in any way by the permitted activity on the site as if they are jurisdictional waters of the U.S. This preliminary determination is not an appealable action under the Regulatory Program Administrative Appeal Process (Reference 33 CFR Part 331). However, you may request an approved JD, which is an appealable action, by contacting the Corps district for further instruction. ❑ There appear to be waters on the above described project area/property, that may be subject to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)(33 USC § 1344) and/or Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) (33 USC § 403). However, since the waters have not been properly delineated, this preliminary jurisdiction determination may not be used in the permit evaluation process. Without a verified wetland delineation, this preliminary determination is merely an effective presumption of CWA/RHA jurisdiction over all of the waters at the project area, which is not sufficiently accurate and reliable to support an enforceable permit decision. We recommend that you have the waters on your project area/property delineated. As the Corps may not be able to accomplish this wetland delineation in a timely manner, you may wish to obtain a consultant to conduct a delineation that can be verified by the Corps. B. Approved Determination ❑ There are Navigable Waters of the United States within the above described project area/property subject to the permit requirements of Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (RHA) (33 USC § 403) and Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA)(33 USC § 1344). Unless there is a change in law or our published regulations, this determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification. ❑ There are waterson the above described project area/property subject to the permit requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 USC § 1344). Unless there is a change in the law or our published regulations, this determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification. ❑ We recommend you have the waters on your project area/property delineated. As the Corps may not be able to accomplish this wetland delineation in a timely manner, you may wish to obtain a consultant to conduct a delineation that can be verified by the Corps. SAW-2022-02321 ❑ The waters on your project area/property have been delineated and the delineation has been verified by the Corps. The approximate boundaries of these waters are shown on the enclosed delineation map dated DATE. We strongly suggest you have this delineation surveyed. Upon completion, this survey should be reviewed and verified by the Corps. Once verified, this survey will provide an accurate depiction of all areas subject to CWA jurisdiction on your property which, provided there is no change in the law or our published regulations, may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years. ❑ The waters have been delineated and surveyed and are accurately depicted on the plat signed by the Corps Regulatory Official identified below onDATE. Unless there is a change in the law or our published regulations, this determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification. ❑ There are no waters of the U.S., to include wetlands, present on the above described project area/property which are subject to the permit requirements of Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (33 USC 1344). Unless there is a change in the law or our published regulations, this determination may be relied upon for a period not to exceed five years from the date of this notification. ❑ The property is located in one of the 20 Coastal Counties subject to regulation under the Coastal Area Management Act (LAMA). You should contact the Division of Coastal Management in Morehead City, NC, at (252) 808-2808 to determine their requirements. Placement of dredged or fill material within waters of the US, including wetlands, without a Department of the Army permit may constitute a violation of Section 301 of the Clean Water Act (33 USC § 1311). Placement of dredged or fill material, construction or placement of structures, or work within navigable waters of the United States without a Department of the Army permit may constitute a violation of Sections 9 and/or 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act (33 USC § 401 and/or 403). If you have any questions regarding this determination and/or the Corps regulatory program, please contact Bryan Roden -Reynolds at 704-510-1440 or b rvan.rod en-reynold s(&u sace.army. mil. C. Basis For Determination: Basis For Determination: See the preliminary jurisdictional determination form dated 12/7/2022. D. Remarks: None E. Attention USDA Program Participants This delineation/determination has been conducted to identify the limits of Corps' Clean Water Act jurisdiction for the particular site identified in this request. The delineation/determination may not be valid for the wetland conservation provisions of the Food Security Act of 1985. If you or your tenant are USDA Program participants, or anticipate participation in USDA programs, you should request a certified wetland determination from the local office of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, prior to starting work. F. Appeals Information (This information applies only to approved jurisdictional determinations as indicated in B. above) If you object to this determination, you may request an administrative appeal under Corps regulations at 33 CFR Part 331. Enclosed you will find a Notification of Appeal Process (NAP) fact sheet and Request for Appeal (RFA) form. If you request to appeal this determination you must submit a completed RFA form to the following address: US Army Corps of Engineers South Atlantic Division Attn: Mr. Philip A. Shannin Administrative Appeal Review Officer 60 Forsyth Street SW, Floor M9 Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8803 AND PHILIP.A. SHANNINAUSACE.ARMY.MIL In order for an RFA to be accepted by the Corps, the Corps must determine that it is complete, that it meets the criteria for appeal under 33 CFR part 331.5, and that it has been received by the Division Office within 60 days of the date of the NAP. Should you decide to submit an RFA form, it must be received at the above address by Not applicable. **It is not necessary to submit an RFA form to the Division Office if you do not object to the determination in this correspondence.** Corps Regulatory Official: SAW-2022-02321 Date of JD: 12/7/2022 Expiration Date of JD: Not applicable The Wilmington District is committed to providing the highest level of support to the public. To help us ensure we continue to do so, please complete our Customer Satisfaction Survey, located online at https://re u1�atOr,�.ops.usace.army.mil/customer-service-survey/. Copy Furnished: Agent: Wood E&I Jan Gav Address: P.O. Box 71 Candler, NC 28715 Telephone Number: 828-772-0269 E-mail: ian.2avna,woodplc.com Property Owner: N/A BY0e Mattick Address: 10837 Mount Holly Road Charlotte, NC 28214 Telephone Number: not provided E-mail: not provided NOTIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL OPTIONS AND PROCESS AND REQUEST FOR APPEAL Applicant: Perrier Develo ment, William McGuire File Number: SAW-2022-02321 Date: 12/7/2022 Attached is: See Section below INITIAL PROFFERED PERMIT (Standard Permit or Letter of permission) A PROFFERED PERMIT (Standard Permit or Letter of permission) B PERMIT DENIAL C APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION D ❑X PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION E SECTION I - The following identifies your rights and options regarding an administrative appeal of the above decision. Additional information may be found at or http://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/CivilWorks/RegulatoryProgramandPennits.asi) or the Corps regulations at 33 CFR Part 331. A: INITIAL PROFFERED PERMIT: You may accept or object to the permit. • ACCEPT: If you received a Standard Permit, you may sign the permit document and return it to the district engineer for final authorization. If you received a Letter of Permission (LOP), you may accept the LOP and your work is authorized. Your signature on the Standard Permit or acceptance of the LOP means that you accept the permit in its entirety, and waive all rights to appeal the permit, including its terms and conditions, and approved jurisdictional determinations associated with the permit. • OBJECT: If you object to the permit (Standard or LOP) because of certain terms and conditions therein, you may request that the permit be modified accordingly. You must complete Section II of this form and return the form to the district engineer. Your objections must be received by the district engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice, or you will forfeit your right to appeal the permit in the future. Upon receipt of your letter, the district engineer will evaluate your objections and may: (a) modify the permit to address all of your concerns, (b) modify the permit to address some of your objections, or (c) not modify the permit having determined that the permit should be issued as previously written. After evaluating your objections, the district engineer will send you a proffered permit for your reconsideration, as indicated in Section B below. B: PROFFERED PERMIT: You may accept or appeal the permit • ACCEPT: If you received a Standard Permit, you may sign the permit document and return it to the district engineer for final authorization. If you received a Letter of Permission (LOP), you may accept the LOP and your work is authorized. Your signature on the Standard Permit or acceptance of the LOP means that you accept the permit in its entirety, and waive all rights to appeal the permit, including its terms and conditions, and approved jurisdictional determinations associated with the permit. • APPEAL: If you choose to decline the proffered permit (Standard or LOP) because of certain terms and conditions therein, you may appeal the declined permit under the Corps of Engineers Administrative Appeal Process by completing Section II of this form and sending the form to the division engineer. This form must be received by the division engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice. C: PERMIT DENIAL: You may appeal the denial of a permit under the Corps of Engineers Administrative Appeal Process by completing Section II of this form and sending the form to the division engineer. This form must be received by the division engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice. D: APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION: You may accept or appeal the approved JD or provide new information. • ACCEPT: You do not need to notify the Corps to accept an approved JD. Failure to notify the Corps within 60 days of the date of this notice, means that you accept the approved JD in its entirety, and waive all rights to appeal the approved JD. • APPEAL: If you disagree with the approved JD, you may appeal the approved JD under the Corps of Engineers Administrative Appeal Process by completing Section II of this form and sending the form to the district engineer. This form must be received by the division engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice. E: PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION: You do not need to respond to the Corps regarding the preliminary JD. The Preliminary JD is not appealable. If you wish, you may request an approved JD (which may be appealed), by contacting the Corps district for further instruction. Also you may provide new information for further consideration by the Corps to reevaluate the JD. SECTION II - REQUEST FOR APPEAL or OBJECTIONS TO AN INITIAL PROFFERED PERMIT REASONS FOR APPEAL OR OBJECTIONS: (Describe your reasons for appealing the decision or your objections to an initial proffered permit in clear concise statements. You may attach additional information to this form to clarify where your reasons or objections are addressed in the administrative record.) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: The appeal is limited to a review of the administrative record, the Corps memorandum for the record of the appeal conference or meeting, and any supplemental information that the review officer has determined is needed to clarify the administrative record. Neither the appellant nor the Corps may add new information or analyses to the record. However, you may provide additional information to clarify the location of information that is already in the administrative record. POINT OF CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION: If you have questions regarding this decision and/or the If you only have questions regarding the appeal process you may appeal process you may contact: also contact: District Engineer, Wilmington Regulatory Division MR. PHILIP A. SHANNIN Attn: Bryan Roden -Reynolds ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL REVIEW OFFICER Charlotte Regulatory Office CESAD-PDS-O U.S Army Corps of Engineers 60 FORSYTH STREET SOUTHWEST, FLOOR M9 8430 University Executive Park Drive, Suite 615 ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30303-8803 Charlotte, North Carolina 28262 PHONE: (404) 562-5136; FAX (404) 562-5138 EMAIL: PHILIP.A.SHANNIN(aUSACE.ARMY.MIL RIGHT OF ENTRY: Your signature below grants the right of entry to Corps of Engineers personnel, and any government consultants, to conduct investigations of the project site during the course of the appeal process. You will be provided a 15-day notice of any site investigation, and will have the opportum to participate in all site investi ations. Date: Telephone number: Signature of appellant or agent. For appeals on Initial Proffered Permits send this form to: District Engineer, Wilmington Regulatory Division, Attn: Bryan Roden -Reynolds, 69 Darlington Avenue, Wilmington, North Carolina 28403 For Permit denials, Proffered Permits and Approved Jurisdictional Determinations send this form to: Division Engineer, Commander, U.S. Army Engineer Division, South Atlantic, Attn: Mr. Philip Shannin, Administrative Appeal Officer, CESAD-PDO, 60 Forsyth Street, Room 10M15, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8801 Phone: (404) 562-5137 PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (PJD) FORM BACKGROUND INFORMATION A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR PJD: 11/09/2022 B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON REQUESTING PJD: Penler Development, William McGuire, 2964 Peachtree Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 C. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Wilmington District, Mt. Holly Road, SAW-2022- 02321 D. PROJECT LOCATION(S) AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The review area is located on the south side of Mt. Holly Road; approximately 0.2 miles south of the intersection of Mt. Holly Road and Mt. Holly-Huntersville Road. PIN: 05302225. Reference review area description shown in the Jurisdictional Determination Request package entitled "Figure 1, Site Location Map" and dated 09/15/22. (USE THE TABLE BELOW TO DOCUMENT MULTIPLE AQUATIC RESOURCES AND/OR AQUATIC RESOURCES AT DIFFERENT SITES) State: NC County: Mecklenburg City: Charlotte Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Latitude: 35.2989 Longitude:-80.9816 Universal Transverse Mercator: Name of nearest waterbody: Long Creek E. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY): ®Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 11/09/22 ❑ Field Determination. Date(s): TABLE OF AQUATIC RESOURCES INREVIEW AREA WHICH "MAY BE" SUBJECT TO REGULATORY JURISDICTION Aquatic Latitude Longitude Estimated Type of Geographic authority Feature (decimal (decimal amount of aquatic to which the aquatic degrees) degrees) aquatic resources (i.e., resource "may be" resources in wetland vs. subject (i.e., Section review area non -wetland 404 or Section 10/404) (acreage and waters) linear feet, if applicable Stream SA 35.2989 -80.9816 427 linear feet Non -wetland 404 Stream SA2 35.2981 -80.9811 503 linear feet Non -wetland 404 Long Creek 35.2974 -80.9812 733 linear feet Non -wetland 404 Pond PA 35.2985 -80.9815 0.17 acres Non -wetland 404 The Corps of Engineers believes that there may be jurisdictional aquatic resources in the review area, and the requestor of this PJD is hereby advised of his or her option to request and obtain an approved JD (AJD) for that review area based on an informed decision after having discussed the various types of JDs and their characteristics and circumstances when they may be appropriate. 2. In any circumstance where a permit applicant obtains an individual permit, or a Nationwide General Permit (NWP) or other general permit verification requiring "pre- construction notification" (PCN), or requests verification for a non -reporting NWP or other general permit, and the permit applicant has not requested an AJD for the activity, the permit applicant is hereby made aware that: (1) the permit applicant has elected to seek a permit authorization based on a PJD, which does not make an official determination of jurisdictional aquatic resources; (2) the applicant has the option to request an AID before accepting the terms and conditions of the permit authorization, and that basing a permit authorization on an AJD could possibly result in less compensatory mitigation being required or different special conditions; (3) the applicant has the right to request an individual permit rather than accepting the terms and conditions of the NWP or other general permit authorization; (4) the applicant can accept a permit authorization and thereby agree to comply with all the terms and conditions of that permit, including whatever mitigation requirements the Corps has determined to be necessary; (5) undertaking any activity in reliance upon the subject permit authorization without requesting an AJD constitutes the applicant's acceptance of the use of the PJD; (6) accepting a permit authorization (e.g., signing a proffered individual permit) or undertaking any activity in reliance on any form of Corps permit authorization based on a PJD constitutes agreement that all aquatic resources in the review area affected in any way by that activity will be treated as jurisdictional, and waives any challenge to such jurisdiction in any administrative or judicial compliance or enforcement action, or in any administrative appeal or in any Federal court; and (7) whether the applicant elects to use either an AJD or a PJD, the JD will be processed as soon as practicable. Further, an AJD, a proffered individual permit (and all terms and conditions contained therein), or individual permit denial can be administratively appealed pursuant to 33 C.F.R. Part 331. If, during an administrative appeal, it becomes appropriate to make an official determination whether geographic jurisdiction exists over aquatic resources in the review area, or to provide an official delineation of jurisdictional aquatic resources in the review area, the Corps will provide an AJD to accomplish that result, as soon as is practicable. This PJD finds that there "may be" waters of the U.S. and/or that there "may be" navigable waters of the U.S. on the subject review area, and identifies all aquatic features in the review area that could be affected by the proposed activity, based on the following information: SUPPORTING DATA. Data reviewed for PJD (check all that apply) Checked items are included in the administrative record and are appropriately cited: ® Maps, plans, plots or plat submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor: Map: Figures 1-5 and 7 ® Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor. Datasheets: ® Office concurs with data sheets/delineation report. ❑ Office does not concur with data sheets/delineation report. Rationale: ❑ Data sheets prepared by the Corps: ❑Corps navigable waters' study: ❑ U. S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas: ❑USGS NHD data: ❑ USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps: ® U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: Figure 3, Topographic Man ®Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Figure 5, NRCS Soils Map (Web Soil Survey of Mecklenburg County) ® National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: Figure 4, National Wetland Inventory Map (USFWS NWI Ma ❑ State/local wetland inventory map(s): ❑ FEMA/FIRM maps: ❑ 100-year Floodplain Elevation is: (National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929) ® Photographs: ® Aerial (Name & Date): Figure 1, Site Location Map (Dated 09/15/22), Figure 2, Site Aerial Mau (Dated 09/15/22) or ® Other (Name & Date): Photographs 1-8 ❑ Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: ® Other information (please specify): NCDWQ Stream Identification Forms, Version 4.11 (Dated 08/31/22) IMPORTANT NOTE: The information recorded on this form has not necessarily been verified by the Corps Signature and date of Regulatory staff member completing PJD 12/7/2022 Signature and date of person requesting PJD (REQUIRED, unless obtaining the signature is impracticable)1 1 Districts may establish timeframes for requester to return signed PJD forms. 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Reid Wilson, Secretary Misty Buchanan Deputy Director, Natural Heritage Program Julia Tillery Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions 4021 Stirrup Creek Dr. ste 100 Durham, NC 27703 RE: Mount Holly Road Boring Location Plan, Mecklenburg County NC; 6228220184 Dear Julia Tillery: The North Carolina Natural Heritage Program (NCNHP) appreciates the opportunity to provide information about natural heritage resources for the project referenced above. A query of the NCNHP database indicates that there are records for rare species, important natural communities, natural areas, and/or conservation/managed areas within the proposed project boundary. These results are presented in the attached `Documented Occurrences' tables and map. The attached `Potential Occurrences' table summarizes rare species and natural communities that have been documented within a one -mile radius of the property boundary. The proximity of these records suggests that these natural heritage elements may potentially be present in the project area if suitable habitat exists. Tables of natural areas and conservation/managed areas within a one -mile radius of the project area, if any, are also included in this report. If a Federally -listed species is documented within the project area or indicated within a one -mile radius of the project area, the NCNHP recommends contacting the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) for guidance. Contact information for USFWS offices in North Carolina is found here: httr)s://www.fws.gov/offices/Directory/ListOffices.cfm?statecode=37. Please note that natural heritage element data are maintained for the purposes of conservation planning, project review, and scientific research, and are not intended for use as the primary criteria for regulatory decisions. Information provided by the NCNHP database may not be published without prior written notification to the NCNHP, and the NCNHP must be credited as an information source in these publications. Maps of NCNHP data may not be redistributed without permission. Also please note that the NC Natural Heritage Program may follow this letter with additional correspondence if a Dedicated Nature Preserve, Registered Heritage Area, Land and Water Fund easement, or an occurrence of a Federally -listed species is documented near the project area. If you have questions regarding the information provided in this letter or need additional assistance, please contact Rodney A. Butler at rod ney.butler�ncdcr.gov or 919-707-8603. Sincerely, NC Natural Heritage Program VEPA I MLN r Q) NAi URAL ANG CU1~I'URAi. kE$(}lJ1rt:E 09 121 L4 JCiNES STF EET. RALCK_,_,H. 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The enclosed species list fulfills the requirements of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (Service) under section 7(c) of the Endangered Species Act (Act) of 1973, as amended (16 U.S.C. 1531 et seq.). Please note that new species information can change your official species list. Under 50 CFR 402.12(e) of the regulations implementing section 7 of the Act, the accuracy of this species list should be verified after 90 days. The Service recommends you visit the ECOS-IPaC website at regular intervals during project planning and implementation to ensure your species list is accurate or obtain an updated species list. The purpose of the Act is to provide a means whereby threatened and endangered species and the ecosystems upon which they depend may be conserved. Under sections 7(a)(1) and 7(a)(2) of the Act and its implementing regulations (50 CFR 402 et seq.), Federal agencies are required to utilize their authorities to carry out programs for the conservation of threatened and endangered species and to determine whether projects may affect threatened and endangered species and/or designated critical habitat. A biological assessment (BA) or biological evaluation (BE) should be completed for your project. A BA is required for major construction activities (or other undertakings having similar physical impacts) considered to be Federal actions significantly affecting the quality of the human environment as defined in the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4332(2) (c)) (NEPA). For projects other than major construction activities, the Service suggests that a BE be prepared to determine effects of the action and whether those effects may affect listed species and/or designated critical habitat. Effects of the action are all consequences to listed species or critical habitat that are caused by the proposed action, including the consequences of other 12/13/2023 activities that are caused by the proposed action. A consequence is caused by the proposed action if it is reasonably certain to occur and would not occur "but for" the proposed action.. Recommended contents of a BABE are described at 50 CFR 402.12. More information and resources about project review and preparing a BABE can be found at the following web link: https://www.fws. gov/office/asheville-ecological-services/asheville-field-office-online-review- process-overview. If a Federal agency determines listed species and/or designated critical habitat may be affected by the proposed project, the agency is required to consult with the Service pursuant to 50 CFR 402. The Service is not required to concur with "no effect" determinations from Federal action agencies. If consultation is required, the Service recommends that candidate species, proposed species, proposed critical habitat, and at -risk species be addressed within the consultation. More information on the regulations and procedures for section 7 consultation, including the role of permit or licensed applicants, can be found in the "Endangered Species Consultation Handbook" at the following web link: https://www.fws.gov/media/endangered-species-consultation- handbook. Migratory Birds: In addition to responsibilities to protect threatened and endangered species under the Act, there are additional responsibilities under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA) to protect native birds from project - related impacts. Any activity, intentional or unintentional, resulting in take of migratory birds, including eagles, is prohibited unless otherwise permitted by the Service (50 C.F.R. Sec. 10.12 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 668(a)). More information about MBTA and BGEPA can be found at the following web link: https://www.fws.gov/program/migratory-birds. We appreciate your consideration of Federally listed species. The Service encourages Federal agencies to include conservation of threatened and endangered species in their project planning to further the purposes of the Act. Please contact our staff at 828-258-3939, if you have any questions. In any future correspondence concerning this project, please reference the Consultation Code which can be found in the header of this letter. Attachment(s): • Official Species List • USFWS National Wildlife Refuges and Fish Hatcheries • Bald & Golden Eagles • Migratory Birds • Wetlands OFFICIAL SPECIES LIST This list is provided pursuant to Section 7 of the Endangered Species Act, and fulfills the requirement for Federal agencies to "request of the Secretary of the Interior information whether 12/13/2023 any species which is listed or proposed to be listed may be present in the area of a proposed action". This species list is provided by: Asheville Ecological Services Field Office 160 Zillicoa Street Asheville, NC 28801-1082 (828) 258-3939 12/13/2023 4 PROJECT SUMMARY Project Code: 2024-0026317 Project Name: Penler Mount Holly Road Project Type: Commercial Development Project Description: Proposed mixed -use development Project Location: The approximate location of the project can be viewed in Google Maps: https: www. google.com/maps/(a)35.29745405,-80!98130076059323,14z :r r rrr�� r Counties: Mecklenburg County, North Carolina La iq 4ie=k 7} 12/13/2023 ENDANGERED SPECIES ACT SPECIES There is a total of 5 threatened, endangered, or candidate species on this species list. Species on this list should be considered in an effects analysis for your project and could include species that exist in another geographic area. For example, certain fish may appear on the species list because a project could affect downstream species. IPaC does not display listed species or critical habitats under the sole jurisdiction of NOAA Fisheriesl, as USFWS does not have the authority to speak on behalf of NOAA and the Department of Commerce. See the "Critical habitats" section below for those critical habitats that lie wholly or partially within your project area under this office's jurisdiction. Please contact the designated FWS office if you have questions. 1. NOAA Fisheries, also known as the National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS), is an office of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration within the Department of Commerce. MAMMALS NAME STATUS Tricolored Bat Perimyotis sub flavus Proposed No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Endangered Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/10515 INSECTS NAME STATUS Monarch Butterfly Danaus plexippus Candidate No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9743 FLOWERING PLANTS NAME STATUS Michaux's Sumac Rhus michauxii Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/5217 Schweinitz's Sunflower Helianthus schweinitzii Endangered No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3849 Smooth Coneflower Echinacea laevigata Threatened No critical habitat has been designated for this species. Species profile: https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/3473 12/13/2023 11 CRITICAL HABITATS THERE ARE NO CRITICAL HABITATS WITHIN YOUR PROJECT AREA UNDER THIS OFFICE'S JURISDICTION. YOU ARE STILL REQUIRED TO DETERMINE IF YOUR PROJECT(S) MAY HAVE EFFECTS ON ALL ABOVE LISTED SPECIES. USFWS NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE LANDS AND FISH HATCHERIES Any activity proposed on lands managed by the National Wildlife Refuge system must undergo a 'Compatibility Determination' conducted by the Refuge. Please contact the individual Refuges to discuss any questions or concerns. THERE ARE NO REFUGE LANDS OR FISH HATCHERIES WITHIN YOUR PROJECT AREA. BALD & GOLDEN EAGLES Bald and golden eagles are protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Acti and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act2. Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to bald or golden eagles, or their habitats3, should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described in the links below. Specifically, please review the "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles". 1. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940. 2. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918. 3. 50 C.F.R. Sec. 10.12 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 668(a) There are bald and/or golden eagles in your project area. For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to migratory birds on your list, see the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY below to see when these birds are most likely to be present and breeding in your project area. NAME BREEDING SEASON Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Breeds Sep 1 to This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention Jul 31 because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626 12/13/2023 7 PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY The graphs below provide our best understanding of when birds of concern are most likely to be present in your project area. This information can be used to tailor and schedule your project activities to avoid or minimize impacts to birds. Please make sure you read "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles", specifically the FAQ section titled "Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report" before using or attempting to interpret this report. Probability of Presence (■) Green bars; the bird's relative probability of presence in the 10km grid cell(s) your project overlaps during that week of the year. Breeding Season( ) Yellow bars; liberal estimate of the timeframe inside which the bird breeds across its entire range. Survey Effort (1) Vertical black lines; the number of surveys performed for that species in the 10km grid cell(s) your project area overlaps. No Data( ) A week is marked as having no data if there were no survey events for that week. probability of presence breeding season I survey effort — no data SPECIES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Ea gle agle Bald Ea C I_ i 1J I j 1 + + + + 4- 4-- -4- +—+— ;-4 4- -} 4 4-+4-+ 4-4-4-+ Vulnerable Additional information can be found using the following links: • Eagle Management https://www.fws.gov/program/eagle-management • Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds https://www.fws.gov/librq�r/ rator. • Nationwide conservation measures for birds https://www.fws.gov/sites/default/files/ documents/nationwide-standard-conservation-measures.pdf • Supplemental Information for Migratory Birds and Eagles in IPaC https://www.fws.gov/ media/supplemental-information-mi ratory-birds-and-bald-and-golden-ea les-may-occur- project-action 12/13/2023 8 MIGRATORY BIRDS Certain birds are protected under the Migratory Bird Treaty Act1 and the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Actz. Any person or organization who plans or conducts activities that may result in impacts to migratory birds, eagles, and their habitats should follow appropriate regulations and consider implementing appropriate conservation measures, as described in the links below. Specifically, please review the "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles". 1. The Migratory Birds Treaty Act of 1918. 2. The Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act of 1940. 3. 50 C.F.R. Sec. 10.12 and 16 U.S.C. Sec. 668(a) For guidance on when to schedule activities or implement avoidance and minimization measures to reduce impacts to migratory birds on your list, see the PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY below to see when these birds are most likely to be present and breeding in your project area. BREEDING NAME SEASON Bald Eagle Haliaeetus leucocephalus Breeds Sep 1 to This is not a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) in this area, but warrants attention Jul 31 because of the Eagle Act or for potential susceptibilities in offshore areas from certain types of development or activities. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/1626 Chimney Swift Chaetura pelagica Breeds Mar 15 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Aug 25 and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9406 Eastern Whip -poor -will Antrostomus voci ferns Breeds May 1 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Aug 20 and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/10678 Prairie Warbler Dendroica discolor Breeds May 1 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Jul 31 and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9513 Red-headed Woodpecker Melanerpes erythrocephalus Breeds May 10 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Sep 10 and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9398 12/13/2023 E BREEDING NAME SEASON Wood Thrush Hylocichla mustelina Breeds May 10 This is a Bird of Conservation Concern (BCC) throughout its range in the continental USA to Aug 31 and Alaska. https://ecos.fws.gov/ecp/species/9431 PROBABILITY OF PRESENCE SUMMARY The graphs below provide our best understanding of when birds of concern are most likely to be present in your project area. This information can be used to tailor and schedule your project activities to avoid or minimize impacts to birds. Please make sure you read "Supplemental Information on Migratory Birds and Eagles", specifically the FAQ section titled "Proper Interpretation and Use of Your Migratory Bird Report" before using or attempting to interpret this report. Probability of Presence (■) Green bars; the bird's relative probability of presence in the 10km grid cell(s) your project overlaps during that week of the year. Breeding Season( ) Yellow bars; liberal estimate of the timeframe inside which the bird breeds across its entire range. Survey Effort (1) Vertical black lines; the number of surveys performed for that species in the 10km grid cell(s) your project area overlaps. No Data (—) A week is marked as having no data if there were no survey events for that week. probability of presence breeding season I survey effort — no data SPECIES JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC Bald Eagle Non -BCC 11,1,I 1I11 1111 I1I� 1111 I� ��+�+ ili I��l i1�1 ���I Vulnerable Chimney Swift BCC Rangewide ++++ + { +'�I' �++ f+--f--+--f--+--+--+--� (CON) Eastern Whip -poor - will ++++ ++++ ++++ ++++ �1 N- N- N — N- N — u- u- a u-+�+++,+++ ++++ ++++ BCC Rangewide (CON) 12/13/2023 10 Prairie Warbler + BCC Rangewide (CON) Red-headed I II i I Woodpecker I I I I I I I T,+ �T*� +�-�- —} F F + F { I I 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 Jill BCC Rangewide (CON) Wood Thrush — 4- �� — +� + + + + +++ BCC Rangewide ++++ ++++ ++++ ++�„$$$ —$' +� � + ++++ + + + (CON) Additional information can be found using the following links: • Eagle Management https://www.fws.gov/program/eagle-management • Measures for avoiding and minimizing impacts to birds https://www.fws.gov/librq�r/ rator. • Nationwide conservation measures for birds https://www.fws.gov/sites/default/files/ documents/nationwide-standard-conservation-measures.pdf • Supplemental Information for Migratory Birds and Eagles in IPaC https://www.fws.gov/ media/supplemental-information-mi ratory-birds-and-bald-and-golden-ea les-may-occur- project-action WETLANDS Impacts to NWI wetlands and other aquatic habitats may be subject to regulation under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, or other State/Federal statutes. For more information please contact the Regulatory Program of the local U.S. Army Corps of Engineers District. Please note that the NWI data being shown may be out of date. We are currently working to update our NWI data set. We recommend you verify these results with a site visit to determine the actual extent of wetlands on site. RIVERINE • R2UBH FRESHWATER POND • PUBHh 12/13/2023 11 IPAC USER CONTACT INFORMATION Agency: WSP Name: Lisa Long Address: 4021 Stirrup Creek Dr. Address Line 2: #100 City: Durham State: NC Zip: 27703 Email lisa.long@woodplc.com Phone: 8045649813 wood. September 16, 2022 Mr. William McGuire Development Manager Penler 2964 Peachtree Road, NW, Ste. 275 Atlanta, Georgia 30305 Subject: Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Wood Project: 6228-22-0184 Dear Mr. McGuire, Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. 104 Corporate Blvd, Suite 407 West Colum bia, SC 29169 T:803-798-1200 www.woodpic.com Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (Wood) has conducted a natural and cultural resources review to assist Penler in plans to develop 10837 Mount Holly Road (Project Area) located in Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina and shown on Figures 1 and 2. The investigation included a jurisdictional waters evaluation (wetlands, streams, and other waterbodies), a threatened and endangered species habitat assessment, and a cultural resources literature and records review. This report documents the methodology used to assess the potential limits of United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) jurisdictional surface waters within the Project Area and presents the findings of the field investigation. The results of the threatened and endangered species database review and the assessment of the potential for occurrence of listed plant and animal species within the Project Area are also included in the report. PROJECT AREA DESCRIPTION The Project Area consists of an approximately 22-acre parcel located at 10837 Mount Holly Road, Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. The Project Area is located within a predominantly residential area in Charlotte, with some commercial buildings in the vicinity. Much of the Project Area consists of forested area, with several residences as well as a commercial building. A utility line easement (likely municipal sewer) is present adjacent to a stream channel, and small powerline corridors. METHODOLOGY Plant Community Characterization The plant communities within the Project Area were characterized during the site reconnaissance to facilitate the protected species habitat evaluation. The characterization entailed the identification of vegetation within the canopy, shrub, and ground story strata, including presence/abundance of nuisance (invasive) plant species. Wood' is a trading name for John Wood Group PLC and its subsidiaries 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report Jurisdictional Waters Limited Evaluation wood. Waters of the United States (U.S.), including streams and wetlands, are defined by 33 Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) Part 328.3 et cit. and are protected by Section 404 and other applicable sections of the Clean Water Act (CWA) (33 United States Code [USC] 1344). Impacts to these regulated resources are administered and enforced by the Wilmington District of the USACE, as well as other federal and state government agencies. Wood initially performed an in-house review of potentially jurisdictional waters within the Project Area using the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) digital 7.5' topography (Mountain Island Lake, North Carolina Quadrangle, 2019) (Figure 3), the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Buncombe County Soil Survey (digital versions), the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) online Wetlands Mapper (Figure 4), and the USDA NRCS geographic information system (GIS) soils data (Figure 5). These graphic resources and documents were used to facilitate the on -site investigation. Subsequent to the in-house review, Wood performed an on -site limited evaluation of the Project Area for the presence of potentiallyjurisdictional surface waters on August 31 and September 1, 2022. Professional Wetland Scientists evaluated the potentially jurisdictional waters using the Routine On -Site Determination Method as defined in the USACE Wetland Delineation Manual' and the Eastern Mountains and Piedmont Region supplement'. This technique uses a multi -parameter approach, which requires positive evidence of three criteria: hydrophytic vegetation, hydric soils, and wetland hydrology. Potential streams were evaluated using the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality (NCDEQ) Division of Water Resources' (DWR) Methodology for Identification of Intermittent and Perennial Streams and Their Origins' (Version 4.11), effective September 1, 2010. Areas exhibiting wetland characteristics and/or stream and tributary systems, if present within the Project Area, are considered potentially jurisdictional waters. The functional quality of each observed wetland area was also assessed using the North Carolina Wetland Assessment Method (NCWAM) per the methodology outlined in the NCWAM User Manuaf4 (Version 5.1), effective February 2016. In addition, the functional quality of each observed stream feature was assessed using the North Carolina Stream Assessment Method (NCSAM) per the methodology outlined in the NCSAM User Manuals (Version 2.1), effective August 2015. Protected Sbecies Habitat Evaluation Environmental Laboratory. 1987. "Corps of Engineers Wetlands Delineation Manual," Technical Report Y-87-1. U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station. Vicksburg, MS. z Environmental Laboratory. 2012. "Reg iona I Supplement to the Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual: Eastern Mountains and Piedmont, Version 2.0," Technical Report ERDC/EL TR-12-9. U.S. Army Engineer Waterways Experiment Station. Vicksburg, MS 3 Division of Water Quality. 2010. "Methodology for Identification of Intermittent and Perennial Streams and their Origins, Version 4.11". North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Water Quality. Raleigh, NC. 4 N.C. Wetland Functional Assessment Team. 2016. "N.C. Wetland Assessment Method (NC WAM) User Manual, Version 5.1". North Carolina Wetland Functional Assessment Team. Raleigh, NC. 5 N.C. Stream Functional Assessment Team. 2015. "N.C. Stream Assessment Method (NC SAM) User Manual, Version 2.1". North Carolina Stream Functional Assessment Team. Raleigh, NC. Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. Certain plant and animal species are protected (listed) by federal regulations (Federal Endangered Species Act [ESA] of 1973 [16 USC 1531-1544, December 28, 1973, as amended 1976-1982, 1984, and 1988]. The bald eagle (Hafiaeetus feucocephafus) is federally protected under the Bald and Golden Eagle Protection Act (BGEPA) and the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA). Wood accessed the USFWS Information, Planning, and Conservation System (IPaC) database (available online at http://ecos.fws.goy/ipac/) to determine whether federally listed threatened or endangered plant or animal species (including designated critical habitat) may be near the Project Area. Following the in-house review, Wood scientists conducted an on -site habitat assessment of the Project Area on August 31 and September 1, 2022, consisting of an on -site pedestrian reconnaissance of potential suitable habitat, to determine the potential for federally listed protected species occurring within the Project Area. Cultural Resources Literature and Records Review Wood consulted the Historic Preservation Office Web Service (HPOWEB) maintained by the North Carolina Historic Preservation Office (NCH PO), and the data inventory and library housed at the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology (NCOSA) in Raleigh, North Carolina. For this review, the project area includes the proposed 24-acre Mount Holly Road project area and one -mile radius Area of Potential Effects (APE). Results of the cultural resources research indicate that there are no known cultural resources located within the project area. There are three known archaeology sites and six historic resources in the APE. RESULTS Plant Community Characterization Based on the September 26, 2021, site reconnaissance, developed areas were observed throughout a portion of the Project Area with areas of maintained grass and ornamental shrubs. Forested areas comprise most of the Project Area, and white oak (Quercus afba), northern red oak (Quercus rubra), black walnut (Jugfans nigra), red maple (Acer rubrum), Virginia pine (Pinus virginiana) and Chinese privet (Ligustrum sinense). The ground story stratum within the forested areas ranged from mostly absent in the eastern and western portions of the site, to dominated by English ivy (Hedera helix) in the north central portion of the site. Some areas were dominated by trumpet creeper (Campsis radicans) and stiltgrass (Microstegium viminuem). Photographs of the Project Area and habitat are included in Appendix A. Jurisdictional Waters Evaluation Two stream features were identified within the Project Area based on the August 31 and September 1, 2022, site evaluation (Figure 6). No wetland features were identified during this review. One stream channel and one pond feature were depicted on the USFWS NWI database (Figure 4) and on the USGS topographic map (Figure 3). Two stream features were observed onsite during the August 31 and September 1, 2022 site evaluation. Additionally, a small excavated pond was also identified. However, this feature is likely Isolated as it does not have a hydrologic connection to anyjurisdictional feature. Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. The field investigation was completed in accordance with the wetland delineation and stream classification methodology described in the Methodology of this report. Protected Species Habitat Evaluation Wood accessed the USFWS IPaC database on August 26, 2022 to determine whether federally listed threatened or endangered plant and animal species or designated critical habitat may be within or near the Project Area. Table 1 presents this information for Mecklenburg County. Known habitats used by the species listed in Table 1 were compared with the habitat occurring within the Project Area to determine the potential for occurrence for each species and the potential for effect that site development would have on these species. Specifically, the potential for effect that the site activities would have on the species listed in Table 1 was based on the following factors: • A comparison of the known habitat uses by these species; • The habitats (if present) within the Project Area; • The quantity, quality, and proximity of these habitats; • Observations of these species or their sign during field reconnaissance; and • The proposed site activities (construction materials and equipment, construction practices). The USFWS IPaC database query is included in Appendix B. The NCNHP report (most recent update September 15, 2022, Consultation Code: NCNHDE-19350) states that there no potential occurrrences of any federally listed species within a one -mile radius of the Project Area. The NCNHP letter is included in Appendix B. A Photographic Log of the existing habitat within the Project Area is included in Appendix A. Table 1. Federally Listed Plant and Animal North Carolina. Summer habitat includes deciduous forests and mixed evergreen -deciduous forests, with bats roosting singly or in colonies underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices of May Affect, Northern long-eared bat both live and dead trees. Specifically, dead, or partially Not Likely to (Myotis septentrionafis) T dead, hardwood trees with exfoliating bark are preferred Adversely (suitable roost trees). Winter hibernating habitat (hibernacula) includes caves and mines, typically with large Affect. passages and entrances, constant temperatures, and high humiditv with no air currents. Northern Long-eared This species is located throughout much of the May Affect, bat T eastern and north central United States. Habitat Not Likely to (Myotis septentrionafis) includes forested areas with low understory cover for Adversely most of the year, and overwinters in caves and mines Affect. Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 CI 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. Common Name (Scientific Name) Feder Potential for al General Habitat Description Effect Status Insects This species is located throughout the eastern and May Affect, Monarch butterfly C western U.S. Habitat includes areas with milkweed Not Likely to (Danaus pfexippus) (Ascfepias spp.) and flowering plants for nectar and Adversely breeding purposes. Affect. .• Michaux's sumac This species is endemic to the inner Coastal Pain and May Effect, Not likely to (Rhus michauxit) E lower Piedmont, and grows in sandy or rocky, open, Adversely upland woods, maintained rights -of -way Affect This species is endemic to the Piedmont of North May Effect, Schweinitz;s sunflower and South Carolina, and is found along roadside Not likely to (Hefianthus schweinitzit) E rights -of -way, maintained utility rights -of -way, and Adversely edges of upland mixed hardwood forests where Affect disturbance help create open areas for sunlight This species is a perennial herb typically found in Smooth coneflower T meadows, open woodlands and areas where there is No Effect. (Echinacea faevigata) abundant sunlight and little competition in the herbaceous layer. Sources: NCNHP List of Rare Plant Species of North Carolina; USFWS IPaC; USFWS Environmental Conservation Online System — Species Profiles; NatureServe Explorer. Explanation Codes: C = Candidate; E = Endangered; T = Threatened; SA = Similarity of Appearance. On August 31 and September 1, 2022, Wood scientists conducted the habitat assessment (pedestrian reconnaissance) to determine the potential for listed plant and animal species occurring within the Project Area. Known habitats used by these species were compared with the habitats found within the Project Area to confirm the potential for occurrence for each species and the potential for effect that site development would have on these species. No federally listed threatened or endangered animal or plant species were observed during the field reconnaissance. On April 2, 2015, the northern long-eared bat (NLEB) was listed by the USFWS as threatened under the ESA. The listing was primarily due to the impacts of white -nose syndrome on the species, a disease which has killed millions of cave -hibernating bats. The USFWS also developed a final 4(d) rule, which became effective on February 16, 2016. The ESA protects threatened and endangered wildlife from "take," which includes harming, harassing or killing a listed species. However, the USFWS implemented a special rule under section 4(d) of the ESA providing flexibility to those working in NLEB habitat. Under the 4(d) rule al intentional take is prohibited except: Defense of human life (includes for public health monitoring); Removal of hazardous trees for protection of human life and property; and Removal of bats from human structures. Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. Project No.: 6228-22-0184 September16, 2022 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. The summer habitat of the NLEB includes deciduous forests and mixed evergreen -deciduous forests, with bats roosting singly or in colonies underneath bark, in cavities, or in crevices of both live and dead trees. Specifically, dead, or partially dead, hardwood trees with exfoliating bark are preferred as suitable roost trees. Live trees with exfoliating bark, specifically white oak (Quercus afba) and shagbark hickory (Carya ovata), are not present within the Project Area. Furthermore, dead or dying trees with exfoliating bark and/or cavities/fissures are not present within the Project Area. Open water habitats (i.e., rivers, lakes, and ponds with insect populations) occur within proximity (approximately 1 mile) to the Project Area (French Broad River); therefore, such foraging opportunities for the NLEB are present, although not abutting the Project Area. Winter hibernating habitat (hibernacula) for the NLEB includes caves and mines, typically with large passages and entrances, constant temperatures, and high humidity with no air currents. The USFWS has determined that tree removal activities that are not within 0.25 mile (0.4 kilometer) of a known hibernaculum would not constitute incidental take of the NLEB (50 CFR § 17.40(o)). Additionally, tree removal in general does not constitute incidental take unless a tree is a known, occupied maternity roost and the removal is performed during the pup season (identified as June 1 to July 31 in the 4(d) rule). However, there are no known NLEB maternity roost trees at the Project Area based on the NCNHP report. Furthermore, the NCNHP report does not include any records for the NLEB within the Project Area. With these considerations, the potential for effect for the NLEB was presumed to be "May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect" as related to the development of the Project Area. It is further noted that such a determination essentially means that all effects are beneficial, insignificant, or discountable. Finally, it is noted that, although not required, the USFWS encourages land developers to avoid any associated tree clearing activities during the NLEB's maternity roosting season from May 15 to August 15. The monarch butterfly is currently a candidate species for listing on the Endangered Species List after a December 2020 species assessment was completed by the USFWS and the agency recommended candidate listing. Habitat for the monarch butterfly consists of a wide variety of flowering plants throughout their migration and breeding areas which covers much of the U.S. These flowering plants include species such as goldenrods (Sofidago spp.), asters (Symphyotrichum spp. and Eurybia spp.), gayfeathers (Liatris spp.) and coneflowers (Echinacea spp.); however, the species requires milkweed specifically for breeding. No monarch butterflies, flowering plant species or breeding plant species (milkweed) were observed within the Project Area, though the immediate area may provide the species with these habitat requirements. As a result of these considerations, the potential for effect of the monarch butterfly was determined to be "May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect". Michaux's sumac, endemic to the inner Coastal Plain and lower Piedmont, grows in sandy or rocky, open, upland woods on acidic or circumneutral, well -drained sands or sandy loam soils with low cation exchange capacities. The species is also found on sandy or submesic loamy swales and depressions in the fall line Sandhills region as well as in openings along the rim of Carolina bays; maintained railroad, roadside, power line, and utility rights -of -way; areas where forest canopies have been opened up by blowdowns and/or storm damage; small wildlife food plots; abandoned building sites; under sparse to moderately dense pine or pine/hardwood canopies; and in and along edges of other artificially maintained clearings undergoing natural succession. In the central Piedmont, it occurs on clayey soils derived from mafic rocks. The plant is shade intolerant and, therefore, grows best where disturbance maintains its open habitat. Based on the presence of potentially suitable habitat, the potential effect for this species within the Project Area was determined to be "May Effect, Not likely to Adversely Effect". Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. Schweinitz's sunflower, endemic to the Piedmont of North and South Carolina. The few sites where this rhizomatous perennial herb occurs in relatively natural vegetation are found in Xeric Hardpan Forests. The species is also found along roadside rights -of -way, maintained power lines and other utility rights -of -way, edges of thickets and old pastures, clearings and edges of upland oak -pine -hickory woods and Piedmont longleaf pine forests, and other sunny or semi -sunny habitats where disturbances (e.g., mowing, clearing, grazing, blow downs, storms, frequent fire) help create open or partially open areas for sunlight. It is intolerant of full shade and excessive competition from other vegetation. Schweinitz's sunflower occurs in a variety of soil series, including Badin, Cecil, Cid, Enon, Gaston, Georgeville, Iredell, Mecklenburg, Misenheimer, Secrest, Tatum, Uwharrie, and Zion, among others. It is generally found growing on shallow sandy soils with high gravel content; shallow, poor, clayey hardpans; or shallow rocky soils, especially those derived from mafic rocks. Potentially suitable habitat for this species is present within the Project area, at the edge of the forested areas, along the road sides, and within the sewerline easement . The field work was conducted within the survey window for this species, and no individuals of Schweinitz's sunflower were noted. Based on the presence of potentially suitable habitat, the potential effect for this species within the Project Area was determined to be "May Effect, Not likely to Adversely Effect". Smooth coneflower, a perennial herb, is typically found in meadows, open woodlands, the ecotonal regions between meadows and woodlands, cedar barrens, dry limestone bluffs, clear cuts, and roadside and utility rights -of -way. In North Carolina, the species normally grows in magnesium- and calcium- rich soils associated with gabbro and diabase parent material, and typically occurs in Iredell, Misenheimer, and Picture soil series. It grows best where there is abundant sunlight, little competition in the herbaceous layer, and periodic disturbances (e.g., regular fire regime, well-timed mowing, careful clearing) that prevents encroachment of shade -producing woody shrubs and trees. On sites where woody succession is held in check, it is characterized by a number of species with prairie affinities. The potential for effect for this species within the Project Area was determined to be "No Effect". Cultural Resources Literature and Records Review National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) According to records maintained by NCHPO and NCOSA, there are no previously recorded NRHP Listed properties located within the Project Area or APE (Figure 7). Archaeological Resources Using the NCOSA site file records, Wood reviewed the information provided in the site forms for any previously recorded archaeology sites within the Project Area and APE. Table 2 summarizes the relevant information, detailing the site numbers, site types, and National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) eligibility for each site. A site may be recommended not eligible, undetermined, or eligible for listing in the NRHP. Undetermined means that additional work is required to accurately evaluate the eligibility of the resource. Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. There are three previously recorded archaeology sites located within a one -mile of the Project Area (Figure 7, Table 2). Of the three known archaeology sites, two are not eligible and one requires additional work to determine its eligibility for listing in the NRHP. Table 2. Previously recorded archaeology sites located the vicinity of the project area. EligibilitySite No. Site Type NRHP 31 MK449 Late 19t" to 20t" c. historic artifact scatter Not Eligible NCOSA 2022 31 MK611 Historic quarry pit (1790s — 1940) Undetermined NCOSA 2022 31 MK976 Unknown prehistoric lithic scatter Not Eligible NCOSA 2022 A small portion of the project area has been previously surveyed for archaeological resources along Long Creek where it crosses through the project area (Figure 7). According to the North Carolina Survey Status Report (2019), the last comprehensive historic architectural survey of Mecklenburg County was completed in 1997. Historic Architecture Resources Wood reviewed the historic architectural information provided by the HPOWEB GIS webpage maintained by the North Carolina Historic Preservation Office (NCHPO) to identify historical structures within the Project Area and APE. Table 3 summarizes the relevant information, detailing the historic resource names, description, temporal affiliation, and NRHP eligibility for each location. An historic resource may be recommended as not eligible, undetermined, or eligible for listing in the NRHP. Undetermined means that additional work is required to accurately evaluate the eligibility of the resource. A total of six historic resources is located within the APE (Figure 7, Table 3). Table 3. Previously recorded historic architectural resources located in the vicinity of the project area. Resource No. Description Temporal NRHP Eligibility Affiliation 31 MK1489 Beatty House CA900 Undetermined (Survey Only) 31 MK1492 Connell House n.d. Undetermined (Survey Only) 31 MK1497 Goforth House n.d. Undetermined (Survey Only) 31 MK1509 McClure Realty House n.d. Undetermined (Survey Only) 31 MK1513 McIntosh House c. 1830-1850 Undetermined (Survey Only) 31 MK3675 Long Creek Bridge n.d. Not Eligible n.d. = no date Of the six historic structures located within the APE, one is not eligible and five require additional work to determine their eligibility for listing in the NRHP (HPOWEB 2022). Historic Maps In addition to reviewing the records held at the NCHPO and NCOSA, archival and historic USGS topographic maps and historic aerials were also reviewed. Edward Hearn's Map of Mecklenburg County, NC (1910) map shows no structures in the vicinity of the Project Area. Historic USGS maps of the area Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 51 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report wood. show the earliest evidence of settlement in the project area and surrounding area in 1948. The Paw Creek NC map (1948 shows two structures within the project area. These structures appear to still be present on the Mountain Island Lake, NC map (1969) as well as five additional structures along Creston Circle and Mt Holly Road. Current aerial images of the project area suggest many of these structures are still standing. CONCLUSIONS Wood identified two stream features within the Project Area that would likely be considered jurisdictional waters by the USACE. The field investigation was completed in accordance with the wetland delineation and stream classification methodology described in the Methodology section of this report. There are no known NLEB maternity roost trees at the Project Area and there are no records for rare species (including the NLEB) within the Project Area. However, live trees with exfoliating bark, snag trees, and trees with cavities/fissures, which could be utilized by NLEB, are present on the Project Area. With these considerations, the potential for effect for the NLEB within the Project Area was determined to be "May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect". Potentially suitable habitat is also present within the Project Area for Michaux's sumac. During the site reconnaissance on 31 August and 1 September, no monarch butterflies or Schweinitz's sunflower were observed, although the immediate vicinity does provide habitat for both species. The potential for effect for the monarch butterfly, Michaux's sumac, and Schweinitz's sunflower was, therefore, presumed to be "May Affect, Not Likely to Adversely Affect" as related to the proposed action within the Project Area boundaries. As no suitable habitat is present within the Project Area for smooth coneflower, the potential for effect for these species within the Project Area was determined to be "No Effect". The cultural resources literature and records review indicate there are no previously recorded archaeological sites, historic structure, or historic areas located within the Project Area. The records search of the NCH PO and NCOSA files show that there are three previously recorded archaeology sites and six historic structures within the one -mile APE. Of these cultural resources, none are eligible for listing in the NRHP. Historic maps of the area suggest the presence of several potentially historic structures within the project area. To determine the potential significance of the structures within the project area, field investigation is necessary. Based on the results of this cultural resources literature and records review, the proposed project area is not expected to impact any known archaeological sites nor present any adverse effects to any recorded historic structures. Due to the limited number of cultural resources surveys in the area and the presence of several potentially historic structures within the project area, further survey and investigation would determine the presence of any potentially significant sites within the project area. This records search has been provided for planning purposes and consultation with the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology is advised to satisfy the full requirements for the Section 106 process. CLOSING Wood appreciates the opportunity to provide our services to you. If you have questions, please contact the undersigned at your convenience. Project No.: 6228-22-0184 Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 10837 Mount Holly Road Project Mecklenburg County, North Carolina Natural and Cultural Resources Review Technical Report Sincerely, Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. Lauren Christian, RPA 17112 Archaeologist Attachments: FIGURES FIGURE 1 —Site Location Map FIGURE 2 — Site Aerial Map FIGURE 3 —Topographic Map FIGURE 4 — National Wetlands Inventory Map FIGURE 5 — NRCS Soils Map FIGURE 6 —Jurisdictional Features Map FIGURE 7 — Known Cultural Resources Map APPENDIX A — Photographic Log APPENDIX B — Protected Species Database Search Queries Project No.: 6228-22-0184 wood. Jan Gay, LSS, CNRP Senior Ecologist Wood Environment & Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. September16, 2022 `us