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Preliminary ORM Data Entry Fields for New Actions Wetlands and Environmental Planning Group
Leonard S. Rindner, PLLC.
SAW — 2023 - 01769 BEGIN DATE [Received Date]:
Prepare file folder ❑ Assign Action ID Number in ORM ❑
I. Project Name [PCN Form A2a]: Blueberry Farms (Catawba Valley)
2. Work Type: Private❑ Institutional ❑ Government ❑ Commercial ❑
3. Project Description / Purpose [PCN Form 133d and 133e]:
PCN Request for Residential Development
4. Property Owner / Applicant [PCN Form A3 or A4]:
Fiorenza
5. Agent / Consultant [PCN Form A5 —or ORM Consultant ID Number]: WEPG, PLLC c/o Daniel Kuefler
6. Related Action ID Number(s) [PCN Form 135b]:
7. Project Location - Coordinates, Street Address, and/or Location Description [PCN Form 131b]:
35.6963,-81.3388
362 Catawba Valley Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602
8. Project Location -Tax Parcel ID [PCN Form B1a]: 370112755345, 370108875621, 370108789470, 370108775545,
370111666796,370112877400,370112875316
9. Project Location —County [PCN Form A2b]: Catawba
10. Project Location — Nearest Municipality or Town [PCN Form A2c]: Hickory
11. Project Information — Nearest Waterbody [PCN Form 132a]: Henry Fork
12. Watershed / 8-Digit Hydrologic Unit Code [PCN Form B2c]:03050102 (Catawba)
Authorization: Section 10 ❑ Section 404 �✓ Section 10 & 404 ❑
Regulatory Action Type:
❑ Standard Permit
U Nationwide Permit # 29
❑ Regional General Permit #
Jurisdictional Determination Request
❑Pre -Application Request
Unauthorized Activity
❑ Compliance
❑ No Permit Required
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Wetlands and Environmental Planning Group
Leonard S. Rindner, PLLC.
April 18, 2024
Ms. Jennifer Lawrence
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Charlotte Regulatory Field Office
8430 University Executive Park Drive
Charlotte, NC 28262
Mr. Andrew Pitner
NCDEQ
Division of Water Resources
610 East Center Street, Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115
Mr. Paul Wcjoski
NCDEQ
Division of Water Resources
Wetlands & Storm Water Branch
512 North Salisbury Street
Raleigh, NC 27604
Mr. Byron Hamstead
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Asheville Field Office
160 Zillicoa St.
Asheville, NC 28801
Subject: SAW-2023-01769; Pre -Construction Notification for NWP 429 for the Blueberry
Farms site in Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina
Ms. Lawrence and Messrs. Pitner, Wojoski, and Hamstead,
Enclosed is a request for Nationwide Permit 929 for the Blueberry Farms (Catawba Valley Blvd)
site located on approximately152.67 acres directly south of Catawba Valley Blvd SE and east of
US-321 in Hickory, NC. The site is a proposed residential development and consists of five
intermittent streams, five perennial streams, three open water ponds, thirteen wetlands, and a
portion of Henry Fork within the project boundary. The site was verified by the USACE in
September 2023. Please refer to the Jurisdictional Determination Information section for
information regarding onsite surface waters.
As shown on the attached exhibits, the proposed project will include permanent impacts to two
streams for road crossings and temporary impacts for the associated construction access. Overall
Charlotte Office: www.wetlands-epg.com Asheville Office:
10612-D Providence Rd. 1070 Tunnel Rd., Bldg. I
PMB 550 Suite 10, PMB 283
Charlotte, NC 28277 Asheville, NC 28805
[phone] 1
[e-mail]

Wetlands and Environmental Planning Group
Leonard S. Rindner, PLLC.
impacts to site surface waters associated with the proposed development were limited through
site selection, design, and location/orientation of the proposed lots and access routes. Total
impacts proposed include 278 linear feet (0.042 acres) of permanent loss to Waters of the U.S.
(Perennial Stream B and C) for two roadway crossings and 84.69 linear feet (0.011 acres) of
temporary impacts for construction access at crossings (Perennial Stream B and Q.
Efforts of minimization were implemented during design to preserve existing site hydrology and
limit adverse effects to existing, onsite natural habitat. Construction techniques will implement
approved erosion control methods to avoid/minimize impacts to onsite/adjacent offsite receiving
conveyances. Where possible, 2:1 slopes and retaining walls will be used to minimize crossing
impacts. The applicant has demonstrated avoidance and minimization efforts by dedicating open
space and avoiding —95% of onsite streams and 100% of onsite wetlands.
To compensate for the anticipated permanent impacts, the applicant is proposing payment into
NCDMS at a 2:1 ratio for 278 linear feet of perennial warm water stream. Please refer to the
attached ILF Letter for details regarding mitigation.
Also enclosed is a copy of our Threatened/Endangered Species Evaluation for the site. No listed
species were identified within the project area and we believe that there will be no effect on
listed species, or their critical habitat as designated under Section 7 of the Endangered Species
Act. Additionally enclosed is a copy of our Cultural Resource report. No NRHP-listed properties,
determined -eligible properties, study -listed resources, designated local landmarks or otherwise
recorded historic resources were identified on the site. Thank you for your consideration and
please contact me if you have any questions, (336)-554-2728 or email at
dani el.kueflerkwetlands-epg. com.
Sincerely,
Daniel Kuefler, PWS
Environmental Scientist
Charlotte Office:
10612-D Providence Rd.
PMB 550
Charlotte, NC 28277
[phone]
[e-mail]
www.wetiands-epg.com
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Kelsey Strausbaugh
Environmental Scientist
Asheville Office:
1070 Tunnel Rd., Bldg. I
Suite 10, PMB 283
Asheville, NC 28805

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Environmental Quality
Water Resources
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Corps Action I D no. [Click to enter.] Date received: [Click to enter.]
DWR project no. Click enter.] Date received: [Click to enter.]
Site Coordinates:
Latitude (DD.DDDDDD): 35.6963
Longitude (DD.DDDDDD): 81.3388
Form Version 4.3, 1210412023
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
(Ver. 4.2, 1210412023)
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits and corresponding Water Quality Certifications
Please note: fields marked with a red asterisk are required. The form is not considered complete until all
mandatory questions are answered.
The PCN help document may be found at this link:
https://edocs.deg.nc.gov/WaterResources/DocView.aspx?dbid=0&id=2196924&cr=1
Page 1 of 20 PCN Form Version 4.3- December 4, 2023

A. Processing Information
County (counties) where project is located: *
Catawba Additional (if needed).
Is this an ARPA project? *
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, ARPA project number:
* The project number can be found on the "Letter of Intent to Fund"
(LOIF) or "Offer and Acceptance Letter". If you are unable to locate
Click or tap here to enter text.
your DWI ARPA Funding Project Number, please contact Corey
Basinger at core y.basinger(cMcdenr.gov for further assistance.
Is this a NCDMS project? *
(Click yes only if NCDMS is the applicant or co-
❑ Yes ❑x No
applicant)
Is this a public transportation project?
(Publicly funded municipal, state, or federal road, rail,
❑ Yes ❑x No
or airport project)
Is this a NCDOT project? *
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, NCDOT TIP or state project number:
Click to enter.
If yes, NCDOT WBS number: *
Click to enter.
❑x Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams, waters,
Clean Water Act)
1 a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps: *
❑ Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal
waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted? *
❑ Yes ❑x No
Please provide the date of the previous submission. *
Click to enter a date.
❑x Nationwide Permit (NWP)
1 b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek
❑Regional General Permit (RGP)
authorization? *
❑ Standard (IP)
This form may be used to initiate the standard/ individual permit
process with the USACE. Please contact your Corps
representative concerning submittals for standard permits. All required items can be included as attachments and
submitted with this form.
1 c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps? *
❑ Yes ❑x No
NWP number(s) (list all numbers ):
29
RGP number(s) (list all numbers ):
Click to enter.
Are you a federal applicant?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, please provide a statement concerning compliance with the Coastal Zone Management Act
Click to enter text.
1 d. Type(s) of approval sought from DWR (check all that apply):
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification — Regular
❑ 401 Water Quality Certification— Express
❑ Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
❑ Riparian Buffer Authorization
❑x Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
Is this a courtesy copy notification
❑ Yes ❑x No
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1 e.
Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required? *
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification: *
❑ Yes
❑x No
For the record only for Corps Permit: *
❑ Yes
❑x No
1f.
Is this an after -the -fact permit/certification application? *
❑ Yes
❑x No
1g.
Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for
mitigation of impacts?
® Yes
❑ No
If yes, attach the acceptance letter from mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program.
1 h.
Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties? *
❑ Yes
❑x No
1 i.
Is the project located within an NC DCM Area of Environmental
Concern (AEC)? *
❑ Yes
❑x No ❑ Unknown
1j.
Is the project located in a designated trout watershed? *
❑ Yes
❑x No
If yes, you must attach a copy of the approval letter from the appropriate Wildlife Resource Commission Office.
Trout information may be found at this link: http://www.saw.usace.army.miI/Missions/Regulatory-Permit-
Program/Agency-Coordination/Trout.aspx
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B. Applicant Information
1a.
Who is the primary contact?
Daniel Kuefler
1 b.
Primary Contact Email:
[e-mail]
1 c.
Primary Contact Phone: (###)###-####
[phone]
1 d.
Who is applying for the permit/certification? (check
all that apply)
❑ Owner 0 Applicant (other than owner)
1 e.
Is there an agent/consultant for this project?
® Yes ❑ No
2.
Landowner Information
2a.
Name(s) on Recorded Deed:
Michael Dorsey
2b.
Deed Book and Page No.:
UICK to enter.
2c.
Contact Person (for corporations):
Click to enter.
2d.
Address
Street Address:
4455 NC Hwy 10 West
Address line 2:
Click to enter.
City:
Newton
State/ Province/ Region:
North Carolina
Postal/ Zip Code:
28658
Country:
USA
2e.
Telephone Number: (###)###-####
[phone]
2f.
Fax Number: (###)###-####
Click to entE
2g.
Email Address:
Michael. [e-mail]
3.
Applicant Information (if different from owner)
3a.
Name:
Bridget McClellan
3b.
Business Name (if applicable):
Fiorenza
3c.
Address:
Street Address:
118 E Kingston Ave. Ste 16
Address line 2:
Click to entE
City:
Charlotte
State/ Province/ Region:
North Carolina
Postal/ Zip Code:
28203
Country
USA
3d.
Telephone Number: (###)###-####
[phone]
3e
Fax Number: (###)###-####
Click to entr
3f.
Email Address:
[e-mail]
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4.
Agent/ Consultant (if applicable)
4a.
Name:
Daniel Kuefler
4b.
Business Name:
WEPG
4c.
Address:
Street Address:
10612-D Providence Rd
Address line 2:
Click to entr
City:
Charlotte
State/ Province/ Region:
North Carolina
Postal/ Zip Code:
28277
Country:
USA
4d.
Telephone Number: (###)###-####
[phone]
4e
Fax Number: (###)###-####
Click to entr
4f.
Email Address:
[e-mail]
Agent Authorization Letter:
Attach a completed/signed agent authorization form or letter. A sample form may be found at this link:
https://www.saw.usace.army. mil/Missions/Reg ulatory-Permit-Program/Permits/2017-Nationwide-Permits/Pre-
construction-Notification/
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C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1 a. Name of project: *
Blueberry Farms
1 b. Subdivision name (if appropriate):
Click to enter.
1c. Nearest municipality/town: *
Hickory
2.
Project Identification
2a.
Property identification number (tax PIN or parcel ID):
370112755345,370108875621,370108789470,
370108775545,
370111666796,370112877400,370112875316
2b.
Property size (in acres):
152.67
2c.
Project Address:
Street Address:
362 Catawba Valley Blvd SE
Address line 2:
City:
Hickory
State/ Province/ Region:
North Carolina
Postal/ Zip Code:
28602
Country:
USA
2d.
Site coordinates in decimal degrees (using 4-6 digits
after the decimal point): *
Latitude (DD.DDDDDD): * 35.6963
Longitude (-DD.DDDDDD): *-81.3388
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of nearest body of water to proposed project: *
Henry Fork
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving
C
water: *
The Surface Water Classification map may be found at this link:
httr)s://ncdenr.maps.arcqis.com/apes/webaggviewer/index.html?id=6el 25ad7628f494694e259c80dd64265
Catawba
3c. In what river basin(s) is your project located? *
Choose additional (if needed)
3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is
030501020103
located:
The Find Your HUC map may be found at this link:
httr)s://ncdenr.maps.arcqis.com/apes/Publiclnformation/index.html?appid=ad3a85aOc6d644aOb97cdO69db238ac3
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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 Catawba Valley Blvd site (+/- 152.67 acres) is located just south of Catawba Valley Boulevard, and just
southeast of 3rd St. PI SE, in Catawba County, North Carolina. It can be found on the Hickory, NC USGS
Topographic Quadrangle Map; latitude is 35.6963 °N, longitude is-81.3388 'W. The topography is moderately
sloped. The elevation ranges from 860 to 1030 ft. The site is comprised of abandoned farmland and wooded
slopes and is disturbed throughout.
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this
❑ Yes ❑x No ❑ Unknown
project (including all prior phases) in the past? *
If yes, please give the DWR Certification number and/or Corps
[Click to enter.]
Action ID (ex. SAW-0000-00000):
IClick to enter.]
Attach any pertinent project history documentation
4b2. Is any portion of the work already complete?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, describe the completed work.
UJUK W efliel it.
4c. List of other certifications or approvals/denials received from other federal, state or local agencies for work
described in this application not related to the 404 or 401.
4d. Attach an 8'Y2 x 11" excerpt from the most recent version of the USGS topographic map indicating the location of
the project site.
4e. Attach an 8'Y2 x 11" excerpt from the most recent version of the published County NRCS Soil Survey map
depicting the project site.
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the
2.19 acres
property:
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams (intermittent
6869 linear feet
and perennial) on the property:
4g1. List the total estimated acreage of all existing open waters on the
0.71 acres
property:
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The proposed residential development will include impacts to two streams for road crossing access
4i. Describe the overall project in detail, including the type of equipment to be used:
Fill and grading of the site will use standard equipment, excavator, dump truck, track hoe, etc.
4j. Attach project drawings/site diagrams/depictions of impact areas for the proposed project.
4k. Will this activity involve dredging in wetlands or waters?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, describe the type of dredging, the composition of the dredged material, and the locations of disposal area.
UICK to enter tex,
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5.
Jurisdictional Determinations
5a.
Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on
the property or in
® Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown
proposed impact areas?
Comments:
,lick to enter text
5b.
If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination,
❑x Preliminary ❑ Approved ❑ Emailed concurrence
what type of determination was made?
❑ Not Verified ❑ Unknown ❑ n/a
Corps AID number (ex. SAW-0000-00000):
SAW-2023-01769
Name (if known): Nicholas Nelson
5c.
If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional
Agency/Consultant Company: WEPG
areas?
Other: Click to enter
5d.
List the dates of the Corps jurisdictional determination or State determination if a determination was made by
either agency.
09/05/2023
5d1.
Attach jurisdictional determinations.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?
❑ Yes ❑x No
6b. If yes, explain.
Click to enter.
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permit(s) used, or intended to be used, to
authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity? This includes other separate and distant crossings
for linear projects that require Department of the Army authorization but don't require pre -construction
notification.
Click to enter.
7. Addresses of adjoining property owners, lessees, etc. whose property adjoins the waterbody (if more than can be
entered here, please attach a supplemental list)
Please refer to attached adjacent property owner mailing list
8. Scheduling of activity:
Click to enter.
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D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
Impacts Summary
❑ Wetlands ❑x Streams - tributaries
1 a. Where are the impacts associated with your project ❑ Buffers ❑ Open Waters
(check all that apply):
❑ Pond Construction
2. Wetland Impacts
If there are wetland impacts proposed on the site, complete this table for each wetland area impacted.
2a.
Site #
2a1.
Impact
Reason/Type
2b.
Impact
Duration
2c.
Wetland Type
2d.
Wetland Name
2e.
Forested
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2f.
Jurisdiction
Type
2g.
Impact Area
(ac)
W1
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emp/ Perm
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Y/I\
;hoose one
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W2
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W3
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W4
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W5
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W6
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W7
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-emp/ Perm
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Y/N
choose one
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W8
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W9
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Y/N
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W10
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Y/N
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W11
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W12
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W13
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W14
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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W15
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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2g1. Total temporary wetland impacts
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2g2. Total permanent wetland impacts
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2g3. Total wetland impacts
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2h. Type(s) of material being discharged and the amount of each type in cubic yards:
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2i. Comments:
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3. Stream Impacts
If there are perennial or intermittent stream/ tributary impacts (including temporary impacts) proposed on the site,
complete this table for all stream/ tributary sites impacted.
** All Perennial or Intermittent streams must be verified by DWR or delegated local government
3a
3b.
3c.
3d.
3e.
3f.
3g.
3h.
Site #*
Impact
Impact
Impact Type*
Stream Name*
Stream
Jurisdiction
Stream Width
Impact length
Reason*
Duration*
Type*
Type*
(avg ft) *
(linear ft)
S1
Culvert
Permanent
Crossing/
Stream B
Perennial
Corps
8
151.13
Culvert
S2
Riprap
Permanent
Fill (Incl.
Stream B
Perennial
Corps
8
46.09
Riprap)
S3
Construction
Temporary
Other
Stream B
Perennial
Corps
8
19.18
Access
S4
Culvert
Permanent
Crossing/
Stream C
Perennial
Corps
5
126.73
Culvert
S5
Riprap
Permanent
Fill (Incl.
Stream C
Perennial
Corps
5
27.38
Riprap)
S6
Construction
Temporary
Other
Stream C
Perennial
Corps
5
65.51
Access
S7
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Temp/ Perm
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Per/Int
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S8
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S10
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3i1. Total jurisdictional ditch
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impact:
3i2. Total permanent stream
351.33 linear ft
impacts:
M. Total temporary stream
84.69 linear ft
impacts:
34. Total stream and ditch
436.02 linear ft
impacts:
3j. Comments:
S2/S5 = No Loss Impact- riprap will be placed at pre-existing elevations
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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., individually list all open water impacts in the table below.
4a.
Site #*
4a1.
Impact Reason
4b.
Impact
Duration*
4c.
Waterbody Name*
4d.
Activity Type*
4e.
Waterbody
Type*
4f.
Impact area
(ac)*
01
Click to enter.
Temp/ Perm
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Choose one
Choose one
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02
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Temp/ Perm
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Choose one
Click to enter.
03
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Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Choose one
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Click to enter.
04
Click to enter.
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Choose one
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05
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Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Choose one
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4g.
Total temporary open water impacts
Click to enter. ac
4g.
Total permanent open water impacts
Click to enter. ac
4g.
Total open water impacts
Click to enter. ac
4h.
Comments:
Click to enter.
5.
Pond or Lake Construction
If pond or lake construction is proposed, complete the table
below. (*This
does NOT include offline stormwater
management ponds.)
5a.
5b.
5c.
5d.
5e.
Pond ID
Proposed use or
Wetland Impacts (ac)
Stream
Impacts (ft)
Upland
#
purpose of pond
Impacts (ac)
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
Flooded
Filled
Excavated
P1
Choose one
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enter.
enter.
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enter.
enter.
P3
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5g.
Comments:
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5h.
Is a dam high hazard permit required?
❑ Yes ❑ No
If yes, permit ID no.:
Click to enter.
5i.
Expected pond surface area (acres):
Click to enter.
5j.
Size of pond watershed (acres):
Click to enter.
5k.
Method of construction:
Click to enter.
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6. Buffer Impacts (DWR requirement)
If project will impact a protected riparian buffer, then complete the chart below. Individually list all buffer impacts.
6a. Project is in which protected basin(s)?
(Check all that apply.)
❑ Neuse ❑ Tar -Pamlico ❑x Catawba
❑ Jordan ❑ Goose Creek ❑ Randleman
❑ Other: Click to ente
Site #*
6b.
Impact Type*
6c.
Impact Duration*
6d.
Stream Name*
6e.
Buffer
Mitigation
Required?*
6f.
Zone 1 Impact*
(sq ft)
6g.
Zone 2 Impact*
(sq ft)
131
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter
B2
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B3
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B4
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Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
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B5
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
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B6
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
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B7
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B8
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B9
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B10
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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1311
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B12
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B13
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B14
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B15
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B16
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Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B17
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
Click to enter.
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B18
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter
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B19
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
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Y/N
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B20
Choose one
Temp/ Perm
Click to enter.
Y/N
Click to enter.
Click to enter.
6h. Total temporary impacts:
Zone 1: Click to enter. sq ft
Zone 2: Click to enter. sq ft
6h. Total permanent impacts:
Zone 1: Click to enter sq ft
Zone 2: Click to enter. sq ft
6h. Total combined buffer impacts:
Zone 1: Click to enter. sq ft
Zone 2: Click to enter. sq ft
6i. Comments:
LACK to enter.
Please attach supporting documentation (impact maps, plan sheets, etc.) for the proposed project.
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E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through project design:
Impacts associated with the proposed development were limited through site selection, design, and
location/orientation of the proposed lots and access routes. The site plan was designed to avoid onsite features
to the maximum extent practicable while still incorporating necessary site access.
Due to the location/extent of jurisdictional onsite features, complete avoidance was not practicable. The
applicant has demonstrated avoidance and minimization efforts by dedicating open space and avoiding —95% of
onsite streams and 100% of onsite wetlands.
1 b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize proposed impacts through construction techniques:
Construction techniques will implement approved erosion control methods to avoid/minimize impacts to
onsite/adjacent offsite receiving conveyances.
Where possible, 2:1 slopes and retaining walls will be used to minimize crossing impacts.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S., Waters of the State, or Riparian Buffers
2a. If compensatory mitigation is required, by whom is it required? ❑ DWR ❑x Corps
(check all that apply)
2b. If yes, which mitigation option(s) will be used for this ❑ Mitigation Bank
project? (check all that apply) ❑x In Lieu Fee Program
❑ Permittee Responsible Mitigation
3. Complete if using a Mitigation Bank
(Must satisfy NC General Statute143-214.11 (d1).)
3a. Name of mitigation bank:
Click io enter.
3b. Credits purchased/requested:
Type: Choose one
Quantity Click to ente
Type: Choose one
Quantity 'ick to enter.
Type: Choose one
Quantity ick to enter.
Attach receipt and/or approval letter.
3c. Comments:
Click to enter.
4. Complete if Using an In Lieu Fee Program
4a. Attach approval letter from in lieu fee program.
4b. Stream mitigation requested:
278 linear feet
4c. If using stream mitigation, what is the stream temperature:
warm
NC Stream Temperature Classification Maps can be found under the Mitigation Concepts tab on the Wilmington
District's RIBITS website: (Please use the filter and select Wilmington district)
https://ribits. usace.army. miI/ribits apex/f?p=107:27:2734709611497::NO:RP:P27 BUTTON KEY:O
4d. Buffer mitigation requested (DWR only):
Click to ente, square feet
4e. Riparian wetland mitigation requested:
Click to enter acres
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4f. Non -riparian wetland mitigation requested:
Click to ente acres
4g. Coastal (tidal) wetland mitigation requested:
Click to ente acres
4h. Comments:
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5. Complete if Providing a Permittee Responsible Mitigation Plan
5a. If proposing a permittee responsible mitigation plan, provide a description of the proposed mitigation plan,
including mitigation credits generated.
Click to enter.
5b. Attach mitigation plan/documentation.
6.
Buffer Mitigation (State Regulated Riparian Buffer Rules) — DWR requirement
6a.
Will the project result in an impact within a protected riparian buffer
❑ Yes ❑x No
that requires buffer mitigation?
If yes, please complete this entire section — please contact DWR for more information.
6b.
If yes, identify the square feet of impact to each zone of the riparian buffer that requires mitigation. Calculate the
amount of mitigation required in the table below.
6c.
6d.
6e.
Zone
Reason for impact
Total impact
Multiplier
Required mitigation
(square feet)
(square feet)
Zone 1
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Zone 2
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6f. Total buffer mitigation required
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6g.
If buffer mitigation is required, is payment to a mitigation bank or
❑ Yes ❑ No
NC Division of Mitigation Services proposed?
6h.
If yes, attach the acceptance letter from the mitigation bank or NC Division of Mitigation Services.
6i.
Comments:
Click to enter.
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F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (DWR requirement)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1 a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers
® Yes No
identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
1 b. All buffer impacts and high ground impacts require diffuse flow or other form of stormwater treatment. If the
project is subject to a state implemented riparian buffer protection program, include a plan that fully documents
how diffuse/dispersed flow will be maintained.
All Stormwater Control Measures (SCM) must be designed in accordance with the NC Stormwater Design
Manual (https://deg.nc..qov/about/divisions/energv-mineral-land-resources/energv-mineral-land-permit-
guidance/stormwater-bmp-manual).
Associated supplement forms and other documentation must be provided.
❑ Level Spreader
What Type of SCM are you
❑ Vegetated Conveyance (lower seasonal high water table- SHWT)
providing?
❑ Wetland Swale (higher SHWT)
(Check all that apply)
0 Other SCM that removes minimum 30% nitrogen
❑ Proposed project will not create concentrated stormwater flow through the
buffer
For a list of options to meet the diffuse flow requirements, click here.
Attach diffuse flow documentation.
2.
Stormwater Management Plan
2a.
Is this an NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's
Individual NPDES permit NCS000250? *
El Yes 0 No
2b.
Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as
defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)? *
❑ Yes 0 No
To look up low density requirements, click here:
http://reports.oah.state. nc. us/ncac/title%2015a%20-%20environmenta1%20guality/chapter%2002%20-
%20environmental%20management/subchapter%20h/15a%20ncac%2002h%20.1003.pdf
2c.
Does this project have a stormwater management plan (SMP)
0 Yes ElNo
reviewed and approved under a state stormwater program or state -
approved local government stormwater program? *
❑ n/a — project disturbs < 1 acre
Note: Projects that have vested rights, exemptions, or grandfathering from state or locally implemented
stormwater programs or projects that satisfy state or locally -implemented stormwater programs through use of
community in -lieu programs should answer "no" to this question.
2d.
Which of the following stormwater management program(s) apply?
0 Local Government
(Check all that apply.)*
❑ State
If you have local government approval, please include the SMP on their overall impact map.
Local Government Stormwater Programs *
0 Phase II ❑ USMP
❑ NSW ❑ Water Supply
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Please identify which local government stormwater program you are using.
City of Hickory
State Stormwater Programs * ❑ Phase II ❑ HQW or ORW
❑ Coastal Counties ❑ Other
Comments:
Click to enter.
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G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local)
❑ Yes ❑x No
funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?
1 b. 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 (North Carolina) Environmental
El Yes El No
Policy Act (NEPA/SEPA)?
1 c. 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
❑ Yes ❑ No
NEPA or SEPA final approval letter.)
Comments:
Click to enter.
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),
Federally Non -Jurisdictional Wetlands /Classified Surface Waters
❑ Yes ❑x No
(15A NCAC 2H. 1400) DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)?
2b. If you answered "yes" to the above question, provide an explanation of the violation(s):
ACK to enter.
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project (based on past and reasonably anticipated future
impacts) result in additional development, which could impact nearby
❑ Yes ❑x No
downstream water quality?
3b. If you answered "no", provide a short narrative description:
No additional phases are proposed
3c. If yes, provide a qualitative or quantitative cumulative impact analysis in accordance with the most recent DWR
policy. (Attach .pdf)
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)
4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project? 1 ® Yes ❑ No ❑ N/A
4b. If yes, 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.
Wastewater generated on the site will be transported to the nearest treatment facility via sewerlines.
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5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected
® Yes ❑ No
species or habitat? (IPAC weblink: https://www.fws.gov/ipac/ ffws.govl)
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species
® Yes ❑ No
Act impacts?
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Asheville
5d. Is another federal agency involved?
❑ Yes ❑x No ❑ Unknown
If yes, which federal agency?
1-11UN Lo enter.
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Divisions 1-8?
❑ Yes ❑x 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 ❑x No
5g1. If yes, have you inspected the bridge for signs of bat use such as
staining, guano, bats, etc.? Representative photos of signs of bat use
❑ Yes ❑ No
can be found in the NLEB SLOPES, Appendix F, pages 3-7.
Representative photos of signs of bat use can be found in the NLEB SLOPES, Appendix F, pages 3-7. Link to
NLEB SLOPES document: http://saw-reg.usace.army.mil/NLEB/1-30-17-signed NLEB-SLOPES&apps.pdf
If you answered yes to 5g1, did you discover any signs of bat use? *
❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ Unknown
If yes, please show the location of the bridge on the permit drawings/ project plans
5h. Does this project involve the construction/ installation of a wind
turbine(s)?
❑ Yes ❑x No
If yes, please show the location of the wind turbine(s) on the permit drawings/ project plans (attach .pdf)
5i. Does this project involve blasting and /or other percussive activities
that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers,
❑ Yes ❑x No
mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
If yes, please provide details to include type of percussive activity, purpose, duration, and specific location of this
activity on the property (attach .pdf)
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated
Critical Habitat?
A threatened and endangered species assessment was conducted in which no species were identified. Habitat
may occur for the Tricolored bat but the project is except as described in the attached T&E report. A request for
concurrence has been submitted to USFWS and is included within this package.
Attach consultation documentation.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as
an Essential Fish Habitat?
❑ Yes ❑x No
Is there submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV) around
the project vicinity?
El Yes ❑x No El Unknown
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Will this project affect submerged aquatic vegetation? *
❑Yes ❑x No ❑ Unknown
Explain: Click to enter.
6b. What data source(s) did you use to determine whether your site would impact Essential Fish Habitat?
No Essential Fish Habitat within this region - https://www.habitat.noaa.gov/apps/efhmapper/?page=page_7
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
Link to the State Historic Preservation Office Historic Properties Map (does not include archaeological data):
http://gis. ncdcr.,qov/hpoweb/
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 (e.g., National Historic Trust designation or
❑ Yes ❑x No
properties significant in North Carolina history and archaeology)?
7b. What data source(s) did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological
resources? *
SHPO's website: https://nc.maps.arcgis.com/
Report from R.S. Webb and Associates
7c. Attach historic or prehistoric documentation.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
Link to the FEMA Floodplain Maps: https:Hmsc.fema.,qov/portal/search
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain? *
® Yes ❑ No
8b. If yes, explain how the project meets FEMA requirements.
No Proposed Net Grading/Fill within the FEMA Floodplain
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
www.fema.gov
https:Hgis.catawbacountync.gov
H. Miscellaneous
Comments:
Click to enter.
Attach pertinent documentation or attachments not previously requested
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I. Signature *
❑x By checking the box and signing below, I, as the project proponent, certify to the following:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete, to
the best of my knowledge and belief;
• 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;
• The project proponent hereby agrees 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');
• The project proponent hereby agrees to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66,
Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act');
• The project proponent hereby understands that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be
enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• As the project proponent, I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN/online form.
Full Name: * Daniel Kuefler
Signature:
Date: * 4/18/2024
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ROY COOPER
Governor
ELIZABETH S. BISER
Secretary
MARC RECKTENWALD
Director
Bridget McClellan
Fiorenza Properties
118 E. Kingston Ave. Suite 16
Charlotte, NC 28203
Project: Blueberry Farms
NORTH CAROLINA
Environmental Quality
March 4, 2024
Expiration of Acceptance: 9/4/2024
County: Catawba
The purpose of this letter is to notify you that the NCDEQ Division of Mitigation Services (DMS) is willing to
accept payment for compensatory mitigation for impacts associated with the above referenced project as
indicated in the table below. Please note that this decision does not assure that participation in the DMS in -
lieu fee mitigation program will be approved by the permit issuing agencies as mitigation for project impacts.
It is the responsibility of the applicant to contact permitting agencies to determine if payment to the DMS will
be approved. You must also comply with all other state, federal or local government permits, regulations or
authorizations associated with the proposed activity including G.S. § 143-214.11.
This acceptance is valid for six months from the date of this letter and is not transferable. If we have not
received a copy of the applicable 404 Permit/401 Certification/Buffer Approval within this time frame,
this acceptance will expire. It is the applicant's responsibility to send copies of the permits to DMS. Once
DMS receives a copy of the permit(s) an invoice will be issued based on the required mitigation in that permit
and payment must be made prior to conducting the authorized work. The amount of the in -lieu fee to be paid
by an applicant is calculated based upon the Fee Schedule and policies listed on the DMS website.
Based on the information supplied by you in your request to use the DMS, the impacts for which you are
requesting compensatory mitigation credit are summarized in the following table. The amount of mitigation
required and assigned to DMS for this impact is determined by permitting agencies and may exceed the
impact amounts shown below.
River Basin
Impact Location
8-di it HUC
Impact Type
Impact Quantity
Catawba
03050102
Warm Stream
278
Upon receipt of payment, DMS will take responsibility for providing the compensatory mitigation. The
mitigation will be performed in accordance with the In -Lieu Fee Program instrument dated July 28, 2010.
Thank you for your interest in the DMS in -lieu fee mitigation program. If you have any questions or need
additional information, please contact [e-mail].
Sincerely,
Kelly B. Williams
In -Lieu Fee Program Coordinator
cc: Daniel Kuefler, agent
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality I Division of Mitigation Services
217 West Jones Street 1 1652 Mail Service Center I Raleigh, North Carolina 27699-1652
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WEPG
Wetlands and Environmental Planning Group Leonard S. Rindner, PLLC.
Agent Authorization Letter
The purpose of this form is to authorize our firm to act on your behalf in matters related to aquatic
resource (i.e. stream/wetlands) identification/mapping and regulatory permitting. The
undersigned, who are either registered property owners or legally authorized to conduct due
diligence activities on the property as identified below, do hereby authorize associates of
Leonard S. Rindner, PLLC, Wetlands and Environmental Planning Group (WEPG) to act on my
behalf and take all actions necessary for the processing, issuance, and acceptance of applicable
permit(s) and/or certification(s).
Proj ect/Site Name: Catawba Valley
Property Address: 362 Catawba Valley Blvd SE, Hickory, NC 28602
Parcel Identification Number (PIN): 370112755345, 370108875621, 370108789470, 370108775545,
370111666796,370112877400,370112875316
Select one: I am an interested buyer/seller
Name: Bridget McClellan
Company: Fiorenza
Mailing Address: 118 E Kingston Ave Ste 16 Charlotte, NC 28203
Telephone Number: 704-649-6601
Electronic Mail Address: [e-mail]
�V—L— 08/21/23
Property Owner / Interested Buyer* / Other" Date
* The Interested Buyer/Other acknowledges that an agreement and/or formal contract to purchase and/or conduct
due diligence activities exists between the current property owner and the signatory of this authorization in cases
where the property is not owned by the signatory.
Charlotte Office: www.wetlands-epg.com Asheville Office:
10612-D Providence Rd. 1070 Tunnel Rd., Bldg.
PMB 550 Suite 10, PM 283
Charlotte, NC 28277 Asheville, NC 28805
[phone]
len. [e-mail]

Adjacent Property Owner Mailing List
Applicant Name: Fiorenza
Project Name: Blueberry Farms
Pronertv Owner Name Mailine Address
PO BOX 2862
AFRICAN METHODIST
HICKORY, NC 28603-2862
EPISCOPAL ZION CH TRS
2414 SUNRISE DR
WOZNICK NANCY ANNE LFI
HICKORY, NC 28602-8715
1974 6TH ST SE
SWANSON LOUISE MAXINE
HICKORY, NC 28602-9634
539 20TH AVE SE
BARBOUR WILSON L
HICKORY, NC 28602-9603
527 20TH AVE SE
MCNULTY THOMAS A
HICKORY, NC 28602-9603
521 20TH AVE SE
CONNELLY ROBERT
HICKORY, NC 28602-9603
LARRY
85 20TH AVE SE
SHEPHERD SHAWN A
HICKORY, NC 28602-9603
PO BOX 36
GIBSON RANDY G
ICARD, NC 28666-0036
522 20TH AVE SE
UNDERWOOD TROY
HICKORY, NC 28602-9603
DOUGLAS
532 20TH AVE SE
GARZA LAURA PATRICIA
HICKORY, NC 28602-9603
763 HICKORY AIRPORT RD
SMITH ROY WILLIAM
HICKORY, NC 28601-7282
2026 6TH ST SE
BARGER PEGGY
HICKORY, NC 28602-9602
STAFFORD

Adjacent Property Owner Mailing List
Applicant Name: Fiorenza
Project Name: Blueberry Farms
Pronertv Owner Name Mailine Address
PO BOX 98
HEALING SPRINGS
HICKORY, NC 28603-0098
CHURCHINC
2026 6TH ST SE
BARGER PEGGY
HICKORY, NC 28602-9602
STAFFORD
1624 15TH ST NE
LAIL DONALD EDWARD
HICKORY, NC 28601-2841
2136 6TH ST SE
TERRY MIKE R
HICKORY, NC 28602-9635
BARGER JOHN LEE
2204 6TH ST SE
HICKORY, NC28602-9636
PO BOX 398
CITY OF HICKORY
HICKORY, NC 28603-0398
5230 RED FOX TRL
WOOD DONNA LEE
CONNELYS SPRINGS, NC 28612-8152
2140 ROBINSON RD
CLINES DAIRY INC
NEWTON, NC 28658-8543
PO BOX 9206
CAROLINA SOLVENTS
HICKORY, NC 28603-9206
2210 3RD ST PL SE
DEPAZ FEDERICO ADRIAN
HICKORY, NC 28602-9607
2110 3RD ST PL SE
EVANS ROSE ANN
HICKORY, NC 28602-9662
2110 3RD ST PL SE
EVANS HENRY CLAY
HICKORY, NC 28602-9662

Adjacent Property Owner Mailing List
Applicant Name: Fiorenza
Project Name: Blueberry Farms
Property Owner Name Mailing Address
CARPENTER LORETTA
EVANS
2110 3RD ST PL SE
HICKORY, NC 28602-9662
MORRISON T MAE
250 CATAWBA VALLEY BLVD
HICKORY, NC 28602-9629
CID SANTOS DEL
630 23RD ST CIR NE
HICKORY, NC 28601-8118
CHEEK ROBBIN C
320 CATAWBA VALLEY BLVD
HICKORY, NC 28602-9654
WEAVER M I KI C
1666 DICKINSON RD
HICKORY, NC 26602-9002

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Determination Information

DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, WILMINGTON DISTRICT
CHARLOTTE REGULATORY OFFICE
8430 UNIVERSITY EXECUTIVE PARK DRIVE, SUITE 615
CHARLOTTE NORTH CAROLINA 28262
September 5, 2023
Regulatory Program/Division
Bridget McClellan
Fiorenza
118 E Kingston Ave
Suite 16
Charlotte, NC 28203
Via Email: [e-mail]
Dear Ms. McClellan:
This letter is in response to your request to the Wilmington District, Charlotte
Regulatory Office for a preliminary jurisdictional determination (PJD). The project/review
area is located at 362 Catawba Valley BLVD SE , at Latitude 35.701200 and Longitude
-81.328400-1 in Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina. The review area for this
determination is limited to an approximately 152.67 acre(s) area (optional: comprised of
Seven (7) parcels (parcel numbers: 370112755345, 370108875621, 370108789470,
370108775545, 370111666796, 370112877400, 370112875316)), which is illustrated
on the enclosed site maps. This project has been assigned SAW-2023-01769
(Catawba Valley- Catawba). This file number should be referenced in all
correspondence concerning this project.
Based on our review of the information you furnished, a site inspection conducted on
Desktop Delineation, and other information available to our office, we have preliminarily
determined the above -referenced area may contain approximately 6,869 Linear Feet of
Stream, and 2.652 acres of wetlands waters of the United States under the U.S. Army
Corps of Engineers (Corps) regulatory jurisdiction. These waters are identified in the
enclosed site maps, Catawba Valley dated August 23, 2023, and include See table
below . This determination was made in accordance with the Corps regulatory authority
pursuant to Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, and based upon criteria contained in
the 1987 Corps of Engineers Wetland Delineation Manual and the Eastern Mountains
and Piedmont regional supplement.
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act requires a Department of the Army (DA) permit
be obtained prior to the discharge of dredged or fill material into waters of the United
States, including wetlands. Section 10 of the Rivers and Harbors Act of 1899 requires a
DA permit be obtained for any work in, on, over or under navigable waters of the United
States.

For purposes of computation of impacts, compensatory mitigation requirements, and
other resource protection measures, a permit decision made based on a preliminary
jurisdictional determination will treat all waters including 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 jurisdictional determination, which is an appealable action, by
contacting the Corps district for further instructions. Please sign and return the
attached PJD form within 30 days of receipt. If a signed PJD form is not received within
30 days of the date of this letter, the Corps will presume concurrence.
This determination has been conducted to identify the limits of Corps' Clean Water
Act jurisdiction for the review area identified in this request. The 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.
You are cautioned that work performed in areas which may be waters of the United
States, as indicated in the preliminary JD, without a Department of the Army permit
could subject you to enforcement action.
If you have any questions concerning this correspondence, please contact Krystynka
Stygar, Regulatory Program Manager of the Charlotte Regulatory Office at 252-545-
0507, by mail at the above address, or by email at [e-mail] .
Please take a moment to complete our customer satisfaction survey located at
https-//regu latory.ops. usace.army. m it/customer-service-survey/.
Sincerely,
Krystynka Stygar
Regulatory Program Manager
Enclosures
cc: Daniel Kuefler Wetlands and Environmental Planning Group (via
Daniel. [e-mail] )

PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION (PJD) FORM
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
A. REPORT COMPLETION DATE FOR PJD: 9/5/2023
B. NAME AND ADDRESS OF PERSON REQUESTING PJD: Bridget McClellan, 118 E Kingston Ave Suite 16,
Charlotte, NC 28203
C. DISTRICT OFFICE, FILE NAME, AND NUMBER: Wilmington, Catawba Valley- Catawba, SAW-2023-01769
D. PROJECT LOCATION(S) AND BACKGROUND INFORMATION The project/review area is located on the
NSEW side of ROADWAY, XX miles/feet NSEW of the intersection of ROADWAY and ROADWAY:. OR ADDRESS
(USE THE TABLE BELOW TO DOCUMENT MULTIPLE AQUATIC RESOURCES AND/OR AQUATIC
RESOURCES AT DIFFERENT SITES)
State: North Carolina County: Catawba City: Hickory
Center coordinates of site (lat/long in degree decimal format): Latitude: 35.701200 Longitude:-81.328400
Universal Transverse Mercator:
Name of nearest waterbody: Henry Fork
E. REVIEW PERFORMED FOR SITE EVALUATION (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY):
® Office (Desk) Determination. Date: 9/5/2023
® Field Determination. Date(s): Desktop Delineation
TABLE OF AQUATIC RESOURCES INREVIEW AREA WHICH "MAYBE" SUBJECT TO REGULATORY
JURISDICTION
Site Number
Latitude
(decimal
degrees)
Longitude
(decimal
degrees)
Estimated
amount of
aquatic
resources in
review area
(acreage and
linear feet, if
applicable
Type of aquatic
resources (i.e.,
wetland vs. non-
wetland waters)
Geographic
authority to which
the aquatic
resource "may be"
subject (i.e.,
Section 404 or
Section 10/404)
Intermittent Stream A
35.7012
-81.3284
196 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Perennial Stream B
35.7002
-81.3289
1933 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Perennial Stream C
35.6987
-81.3286
512 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Wetland D
35.6966
-81.3313
0.869 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Open Water Pond DID
35.6960
-81.3317
0.51 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Perennial Stream E
35.6923
-81.3333
1436 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Intermittent Stream F
35.6981
-81.3343
144 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Intermittent Stream G
35.6982
-81.3347
43 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Perennial Stream H
35.6967
-81.3356
1187 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Intermittent Stream 1
35.6949
-81.3363
277 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Wetland J
35.6954
-81.3355
0.104 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland K
35.6922
-81.3322
0.218 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Open Water Pond KK
35.6924
-81.3321
0.08 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland L
35.6920
-81.3327
0.073 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland M
35.6956
-81.3373
0.248 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Open Water Pond MM
35.6954
-81.3373
0.12 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland N
35.6935
-81.3315
0.111 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland 0
35.6982
-81.3312
0.186 acres
Wetland
Section 404

Wetland P
35.6985
-81.3295
0.031 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland Q
35.6960
-81.3369
0.154 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Intermittent Stream R
35.6969
-811.3373
486 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Wetland S
35.6965
-81.3376
0.092 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland T
35.6954
-81.3377
0.035 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland U
35.6978
-81.3348
0.039 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Wetland V
35.6973
-811.3349
0.030 acres
Wetland
Section 404
Perennial Stream W
35.6951
-81.3376
46 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404
Henry Fork
35.6908
-81.3342
609 LF
Non -wetland waters
Section 404

I . 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 AJD 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 orjudicial 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: Catawba Valley dated 8/23/2023
®Data sheets prepared/submitted by or on behalf of the PJD requestor. Datasheets: Fiorenza dated 8/23/2023
❑ 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: CORPS STUDY LABEL dated CORPS STUDY DATE
El U.S. Geological Survey Hydrologic Atlas:
❑USGS NHD data: USGS NHD LABEL dated USGS NHD DATE
❑USGS 8 and 12 digit HUC maps: USGS WBD LABEL dated USGS WBD DATE
® U.S. Geological Survey map(s). Cite scale & quad name: Catawba Valley Blvd dated 8/21/2023
®Natural Resources Conservation Service Soil Survey. Citation: Figure 5 dated 8/21/2023
❑ National wetlands inventory map(s). Cite name: USFWS NWI LABEL dated USFWS NWI DATE
❑ State/local wetland inventory map(s): LOCAL NWI LABEL dated LOCAL NWI DATE
❑FEMA&IRMmaps: FEMA NFHL LABEL dated FEMA NFHL DATE
®100-year Floodplain Elevation is: ELEVATION (National Geodetic Vertical Datum of 1929)
Figure 6 dated 8/21/2023
® Photographs: ®Aerial (Name & Date): Vicinity Map dated 8/21/2023
or ® Other (Name & Date): Site Photographs dated 8/23/2023
❑Previous determination(s). File no. and date of response letter: PREVIOUS DETERMINATION LABEL dated
PREVIOUS DETERMINATION DATE
® Other information (please specify):
NCSAM Forms dated 8/23/2023: Parcel Map: 08/21/2023
IMPORTANT NOTE: The information recorded on this form has not necessarily been verified by the Corps and
should not be relied upon for later Jurisdictional determinations.
Signature and date of Regulatory
staff member completing PJD
Krystynka Stygar
9/5/2023
Signature and date of person requesting
PJD (REQUIRED, unless obtaining
the signature is impracticable)'
1 Districts may establish timeframes for requester to return signed PJD forms. If the requester does not respond within the established time frame, the
district may presume concurrence and no additional follow up is necessary prior to finalizing an action.

NOTIFICATION OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPEAL OPTIONS AND PROCESS AND
REQUEST FOR APPEAL
Applicant: Bridget McClellan, Fiorenza
File Number: SAW-2023-01769
Date: 9/5/2023
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 WITHOUT PREJUDICE
C
❑
PERMIT DENIAL WITH PREJUDICE
D
❑
APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION
E
❑x
PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION
F
SECTION I
The following identifies your rights and options regarding an administrative appeal of the above decision.
Additional information may be found at https://www.usace.army.miI/Missions/Civil-Works/Regulatory-
Program-and-Permits/appeals/ or 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. 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.
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C. PERMIT DENIAL WITHOUT PREJUDICE: Not appealable
You received a permit denial without prejudice because a required Federal, state, and/or local authorization
and/or certification has been denied for activities which also require a Department of the Army permit before
final action has been taken on the Army permit application. The permit denial without prejudice is not
appealable. There is no prejudice to the right of the applicant to reinstate processing of the Army permit
application if subsequent approval is received from the appropriate Federal, state, and/or local agency on a
previously denied authorization and/or certification.
D: PERMIT DENIAL WITH PREJUDICE: You may appeal the 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.
E: APPROVED JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION: You may accept or appeal the approved JD or
provide new information for reconsideration
• 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 division engineer. This form must be received by the division engineer within 60 days of the date of
this notice.
• RECONSIDERATION: You may request that the district engineer reconsider the approved JD by
submitting new information or data to the district engineer within 60 days of the date of this notice. The
district will determine whether the information submitted qualifies as new information or data that justifies
reconsideration of the approved JD. A reconsideration request does not initiate the appeal process. You
may submit a request for appeal to the division engineer to preserve your appeal rights while the district
is determining whether the submitted information qualifies for a reconsideration.
F: PRELIMINARY JURISDICTIONAL DETERMINATION: Not appealable
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.
POINT OF CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS OR INFORMATION:
If you have questions regarding this decision you
If you have questions regarding the appeal process, or
may contact:
to submit your request for appeal, you may contact:
District Engineer, Wilmington Regulatory Division
Philip Shannin
Attn: Krystynka Stygar
Regulatory Administrative Appeal Review Officer
Wilmington District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
8430 University Executive Park Drive, Suite 615
South Atlantic Division
Charlotte, North Carolina 28262
60 Forsyth Street, Room M9
Atlanta, Georgia 30303-8801
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
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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. Use additional pages as necessary. 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.
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 opportunity to
participate in all site investigations.
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Email address of appellant and/or agent:
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METHODOLOGY:
The US Fish and Wildlife Service IPaC website
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esources was referenced to determine the occurrence of Threatened,
Endangered and Protected species for the Catawba Valley Blvd site, the results
of which are listed below (Table 1). Maps and aerial photographs were
assembled, and the site was investigated during the weeks of September 11,
2023, and September 18, 2023.
Table 1: Threatened / Endangered / Protected Species listed for
the Catawba Valley Blvd site.
*Source: US Fish & Wildlife Service IPaC
**Data search on September 11, 2023
Group Name
Vascular Dwarf -flowered Heartleaf (Hexastylis
Plants nanif/ora)
Reptiles Bog turtle (Glyptemys muhlenbergii)
Vertebrate Tricolored Bat (Perimyotis subf/avus)
Vertebrate Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus)
Federal Status
Threatened
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SECIES DESCRIPTIONS:
One plant species with federal protection is listed as potentially occurring on the
Catawba Valley Blvd site:
• Dwarf -flowered Heartleaf (Hexastylis nanif/ora), listed as Threatened,
grows in acidic soils along bluffs and adjacent slopes, in boggy areas next
to streams and creek heads, and along the slopes of nearby hillsides and
ravines.
Three animal species with federal protection are listed as potentially occurring on
the Catawba Valley Blvd site:
• Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus), protected by the Bald and Golden
Eagle Protection Act, typically inhabits forested areas near large bodies of
open water such as lakes, marshes, seacoasts, and rivers, where there
are suitable fish populations and tall trees for nesting and roosting.
• Bog Turtle (Glyptemys muhlenburgii), listed as Federally Threatened, lives
in the mud, grass and sphagnum moss of bogs, swamps, and marshy
meadows. These wetlands are usually fed by cool springs flowing
slowly over the land, creating the wet, muddy soil needed by the turtles.
• Tricolored Bat (Perimyotis subflavus), proposed Endangered, is often
found in caves, abandoned mines, and road culverts during winter. During
the spring, summer, and fall, tricolored bats are found in forested habitats
where they roost in trees. Tricolored bats face extinction due primarily to
the range wide impacts of white -nose syndrome, a deadly disease
affecting cave -dwelling bats across the continent.
RESULTS:
The site is comprised of abandoned farmland and wooded slopes and is
disturbed throughout. There is an old homesite and several sheds and
outbuildings associated with livestock husbandry. There are numerous old fence
lines, and the site is laced with gravel and dirt roads and trails. Portions of the
site appear to be utilized for game hunting, and there are two small open water
ponds. The southern portion of the site has been selectively timbered in the past
few years.
Large overgrown fields and abandoned pastureland cover much of the site. They
are dominated by Fescue (Festuca spp.), and common herbs including Johnson
Grass (Sorghum halepense), Sericea Lespedeza (Lespedeza cuneata), Dog
Fennel (Eupatorium capillifolium), Goldenrod (Solidago spp.), Ragweed
(Ambrosia artemisiifolia), Hyssop -leaved Thoroughwort (Eupatorium
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hyssopifolium), Wingstem (Verbesina alternifolia), Broomsedge (Andropogon
virginica), Partridge Pea (Chamaecrista fasciculata), (Brazilian Verbena
(Verbena brasiliensis), and Bushy Beardgrass (Andropogon glomeratus).
Portions of the site associated with drainage and stream corridors are covered
with disturbed mixed pines and hardwoods. Tree species present include
Shortleaf Pine (Pinus echinata), Tulip Poplar (Liriodendron tulipifera), Sweetgum
(Liquidambar styracif/ua), White Oak (Quercus alba), Red Oak (Q. rubra),
Southern Red Oak (Q. falcata), Willow Oak (Q. phellos), Mockernut Hickory
(Carya tomentosa), American Beech (Fagus grandifolia), American Elm (Ulmus
americans), and Black Walnut (Juglans nigra). Subcanopy species include Red
Maple (Acer rubrum), American Holly (Ilex opaca), Flowering Dogwood (Corpus
f/orida), Ironwood (Carpinus caroliniana), and Black Gum (Nyssa sylvatica).
Shrub species present are Chinese Privet (Ligustrum sinense), Russian Olive
(Elaeagnus angustifolia), Hearts -a -busting (Euonymus americanus), and
Spicebush (Lindera benzoin). Vines include Chinese Wisteria (Wisteria sinensis),
Periwinkle (Vinca minor), Japanese Honeysuckle (Lonicera japonica),
Muscadine (Vitis rotundifolia), Catbrier (Smilax sp.), Virginia Creeper
(Parthenocissus quinquefolia), and Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans). The
herb layer is thin and includes Christmas Fern (Polystichum acrostichoides),
Violets (Viola spp.), Running Pine (Lycopodium flabelliform), and Wintergreen
(Chimaphila maculata).
The open water ponds have partially wooded perimeters with transitional wetland
edge habitat dominated by typical emergent vegetation including Tag Alder
(Alnus serrulata), Sedges (Carex spp., Cyperus spp., Scirpus spp.), Rushes
(Juncus spp.), and Cattails (Typha latifolia).
The roadside along Catawba Valley Boulevard is dominated by Fescue (Festuca
sp.) turf grass and maintained by seasonal mowing. The roadside along 3rd St. PI
SE and the transitional areas along fence lines and hedgerows include
Blackberry (Rubus spp.), Groundsel (Baccharis halimifolia),
Multiflora Rose (Rosa multif/ora), Trifoliate Orange (Poncirus trifoliata), Red
Cedar (Juniperus virginiana), Goldenrod (Solidago sp.), Broomsedge
(Andropogon virginicus), Split -beard (A. ternarius), Beggars Ticks (Desmodium
sp.), Thoroughwort (Eupatorium sp.), Pokeweed (Phytolacca americans), and
Tickseed (Bidens sp.).
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Threatened & Endangered/Protected Species Results
• Due to extensive past disturbance from grazing animals and the strong
presence of invasive species there is little to no suitable habitat for Dwarf -
flowered Heartleaf and the species was not observed on the site.
• No suitable habitat exists on the site for Bald Eagles, and there were no
sightings nor were any nesting sites observed.
• No suitable habitat exists on the site for Bog Turtle and the species was
not observed on the site.
• Guidance from the USFWS Asheville office as of the report date indicates
no action is required under section 7 of the Endangered Species Act for
the Tricolored Bat (Perimyotis subf/avus).
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Based on the site investigation and the review of available data, WEPG did not
identify any protected species occurring on the subject property. No further
investigation of the presence of protected species on this site is recommended at
this time.
Respectfully submitted,
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Lisa R. Gaffney
Biologist
September 20, 2023
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Curriculum Vitae for:
Lisa R. Gaffney
Biologist/ Botanist
B.S. Biology, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Ms. Gaffney is a classically trained botanist and natural resource biologist and
has conducted field work and investigative studies covering thousands of
cumulative acres in both North and South Carolina since 1996, including:
• Cabarrus County NC Natural Heritage Inventory. Organized, directed,
and conducted field survey of natural areas in Cabarrus County for the
North Carolina Natural Heritage Program.
• Lincoln County NC Natural Heritage Inventory. Organized, directed, and
conducted field survey of natural areas in Lincoln County for the North
Carolina Natural Heritage Program.
• Threatened and Endangered Species Surveys and Natural Communities
Evaluation for over 75,000 acres in North and South Carolina, 1996 -
present.
• Located and identified numerous previously unreported populations of
Federally Endangered Schweinitz's Sunflower (Helianthus schweinitzii).
• Located and identified numerous previously unreported populations of
Threatened Dwarf Heartleaf (Hexastylis nanif/ora).
• Found Schweinitz's Sunflower at Redlair Farm in Gaston County, NC.
This discovery led (in part) to the purchase of the site by the State of North
Carolina Plant Conservation Program, now called Redlair Preserve. This
population has become a Recovery Site for the species.
• Participated in numerous Piedmont Prairie restoration projects in
Mecklenburg, Union, Cabarrus and Gaston Counties, North Carolina.
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Lisa Gaffney <[e-mail]>
USFWS Project Code 2024-0026958 - WEPG#01365 - Blueberry Farms
Hamstead, Byron A <[e-mail]>
To: Lisa Gaffney <[e-mail]>
Thanks Lisa,
Wed, Jan 10, 2024 at 12:18 PM
No need to update your Biological Evaluation. We offer the following comments/concurrence pursuant to Section 7 of
the Endangered Species Act (ESA):
Based on the information provided in your biological evaluation (BE), low quality suitable habitat for the federally
threatened dwarf -flowered heartleaf (Hexastylis naniflora) occurs within the proposed action area. Multiple known
occurrences of dwarf -flowered heartleaf exist adjacent to the proposed action area. However, your BE indicates that
no species within genus Hexastylis were detected during targeted botanical surveys conducted September,
2023. Therefore, we believe the probability for project -meditated loss of this species is insignificant and/or
discountable and would concur with a "may affect, not likely to adversely affect" determination from the action
agency. Botanical survey results for this species are valid for two years for the purposes of ESA consultation:
https://www.fws. gov/story/2022-03/north-carolinas-federally-threatened-endangered-and-risk-plant-species
The information provided indicates that suitable forage and/or roosting habitat for the proposed endangered
tricolored bat (Perimyotis subflavus) occurs within the proposed action area. To minimize impacts to this species, we
encourage project proponents to accomplish any necessary tree clearing outside of the "active season" for this
animal. In our office work area, the active season for tricolored bat generally occurs during the warmer time of year
from April 1 to September 30, but may be extended in areas adjacent to hibernacula. Although this species is not
currently afforded legal protection under Section 7 of the ESA, this impact minimization measure would support our
concurrence with a "may affect, not likely to adversely affect" determination from the appropriate action agency
should this species become listed in the future. If the proposed action would not affect suitable habitat for this
animal, we would not object to a "no effect" determination from the appropriate action agency.
Monarch butterfly (Danaus plexippus) is a candidate species, and we appreciate project proponents' consideration of
monarch butterfly when evaluating the action area for impacts to federally listed species and their habitats. This
animal is also not subject to Section 7 consultation, and an effects determination from the action agency is not
necessary. If requested, general recommendations for pollinators including monarch butterfly can be provided should
the project proponent choose to implement them in the future.
The information provided indicates that suitable habitat is not present within the action area for any other federally
listed species. Therefore, we consider consultation to be complete and require no further action at this time. Please
be aware that obligations under Section 7 of the ESA must be reconsidered if: (1) new information reveals impacts of
the identified action may affect listed species or critical habitat in a manner not previously considered, (2) the
identified action is subsequently modified in a manner that was not considered in this review, or (3) a new species is
listed or critical habitat is determined that may be affected by the identified action.
Please contact me if you have any questions.
Regards
Byron
Byron Hamstead
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Fish and Wildlife Biologist
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Asheville Ecological Services Field Office
160 Zillicoa Street
Asheville, North Carolina, 28801
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April 17, 2024
Mr. Daniel Kuefler
Leonard S. Rindner, PLLC
Wetlands & Environmental Planning Group
3714 Spokeshave Lane
Matthews, North Carolina 28105
Subject: Findings - Cultural Resources Literature Review
Blueberry Farms Development Tract
Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina
R.S. Webb & Associates No. 23-649-234
Dear Mr. Kuefler:
BACKGROUND
R. S. Webb & Associates (RSWA) conducted a cultural resources literature review for the proposed
Blueberry Farms development tract near Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina. The prof ect area
covers approximately 153 acres located between Catawba Valley Boulevard (north) and Henry Fork
(south), west of 6t' Street, in northwest Catawba County (Figure 1).
For this study, a cultural resource is defined as a discrete area of human activity that is at least 50
years old. Cultural resources include, but are not limited to, archeological sites, historic structures,
military earthworks, mines/mining features, historic cemeteries, and historic landscape features. The
purpose of the current study was to determine if previously recorded cultural resources are located
within the project area.
METHODOLOGY
Through the North Carolina State Historic Preservation Office GIS Web Service (HPOWEB)
database, information was reviewed regarding National Register of Historic Places (NRHP)
properties, Catawba County surveyed -only historic resources, local landmarks, state study -list sites
and historic resources determined by the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) to be eligible
for the NRHP. Archeological Research at the North Carolina Office of State Archaeology (OSA)
was conducted by Chronicle Heritage, Inc., who provided RSWA with pertinent information via
email regarding archeological sites located within 1.6 kilometers (km) (1.0 mile) of the project area.
This information included site forms, location maps and partial or full reports. Historic county maps
were examined online through North Carolina Maps, a collaboration of the University of North
Carolina, the State Archives of North Carolina, and the Outer Banks History Center. Historic aerial
photography and additional historic maps were accessed through Historicaerials.com,
Earthexplorer.usgs.gov, Legacy.lib.utexas.edu/maps/,and/or Alabamamaps.ua.edu.

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The following primary sources were found to be useful in searching for historic resources within
and/or adjacent to the project area:
• 1886 R.A. Yoder Map of Catawba County
• 1902 U.S. Department of Agriculture, Bureau of Soils Map, Hickory Sheet
• 1920 Rural Delivery Map of Catawba County
• 1938 and 1968 State Highway and Public Works Commission Maps of Catawba County
• 1970 (re -issued 1993) USGS Hickory, North Carolina 7.5-minute quadrangle map
• 1951,1966, and 1984 Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service aerial photography
• 1993-2023 Google Earth Satellite Imagery
RESULTS
Previous Archeological Investigations: OSA records indicate atleast five previous cultural resources
investigations located within 1.0 km of the study tract, two of which took place within approximately
300 m of project area boundaries (Figure 1). The closest investigations include a 2016 survey for a
proposed gas line corridor that passed south of Henry Branch, approximately 230 m south of the
project area [Environmental Review Number 15-2190 (Idol and Farrow 2016)]. A second project,
the area for which appears only on hard -copy maps at OSA, was a corridor project along the currently -
existing course of 61h Street Court located approximately 260 m east of the project area; the mapped
project area is accompanied by no assigned project number and there is no reporting for this potential
project is on -file at OSA.
Previous Architectural Investigations: According to North Carolina SHPO personnel, HPOWEB is
the definitive source of architectural survey information for Catawba County. Records of the database
indicate that a general historic or architectural survey of Catawba County was conducted in 1977.
National Register ofHistoric Places: HPOWEB indicates no NRHP-listed historic properties located
within 1.0 km of the current study tract.
Catawba County Historic Resources: HPOWEB identifies no state study -list sites or local landmarks
within 1.0 km of the study tract. The database shows two properties within 1.0 km of the proj ect area
that received a positive determination of eligibility (DOE) from SHPO in 1994 and 1995 (Figure 1);
these include Resource CT0925 (Brookford Mill Village Historic District), located approximately 480
m northwest of the project area, and Resource CT0923 [(Former) Brookford School)], located
approximately 800 m northwest of the project area. There are also four historic properties within 1.0
km of the project area that were surveyed in 1977, but have received no additional examination, the
closest of which is Resource CT0813 - Brookford Mill Town) (Figure 1). The surveyed -only mill
town (Resource No. CT0813) and the DOE mill village district (Resource CT0925) are essentially
one and the same historic resource, though the 1977 surveyed -only resource boundary is not included
in the HPOWEB database. All other recorded historic resources are located more than 775 m from
project area boundaries.
Recorded Archeological Sites: The search of OSA records indicates that there are no recorded
archeological sites within 1.0 km of the project area.
Revolutionary War Actions/Features: There were no reported Revolutionary War military events in
Catawba County. Following the twin defeats at Charlotte, North Carolina (September 26, 1780) and

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at King's Mountain, South Carolina (October 7, 1780), the British army retreated southwest back into
South Carolina for winter. Upon initiation of the 1781 campaign, the British passed west of Charlotte
and turned east near Lincolnton (25 km southeast). On February 1, 1781, elements of the British
army crossed the Catawba River at Cowens Ford, while skirmishing with Patriots, approximately 42
km southeast of the project area (Lewis 2021).
Civil War Actions/Features: Review of The Official Military Atlas of the Civil War (Davis et al.
1983) revealed that no significant Civil War military activity occurred in present Catawba County,
North Carolina. Union General William T. Sherman, following the capture of Columbia, South
Carolina on February 17, 1865, moved north to the vicinity of Lancaster, South Carolina (118 km
southeast), but his armies were then turned northeast toward Laurel Hill and Fayetteville, North
Carolina, thus bypassing the Charlotte region and the project area (Davis et al. 1983).
Historic Cemeteries: The USGS topographic maps reviewed show one cemetery located within 1.0
km of the proj ect area (Figure 1). A cemetery associated with Bethlehem church is situated southwest
of the intersection of Catawba Valley Boulevard and 6th Street, approximately 290 m east of the
project area.
Structures on Historic Maps and Aerial Photographs: The 1886 map of Catawba County shows
Center Street to the northwest of the project area and Robinson Road to the east, but the map does
not show an east -west oriented route between them (such as current Catawba Valley Boulevard). The
scale of the 1886 is only general, but it appears to depict several features located at or near southerly
project area boundaries (Figure 1), including: "Hanging Rock Bridge, Rowe's Mills, and a
schoolhouse located southwest of the project area, and the home of "S. Brinkley" located at or near
southeast project area boundary. As of 1902, maps suggest that an eastern fork of Center Street
(access to the bridge, school and mills southwest of the project area) was out of use; the label for
Hanging Rock Bridge was transferred to the west fork of the road (the present Center Street). Maps
from 1902, circa 1920, and 1938 show also the general routes of Catawba Valley Boulevard and 6'
Street with buildings north and east of the project area.
The 1967 county highway map shows development along Catawba Valley Boulevard that included:
three buildings in the northeast part of the project area and four buildings located adjacent to north
and northwest project area boundaries (Figure 1). There was sparse development along the west side
of 6th Street that included one building located adjacent to the project area (Figure 1). Topographic
maps from 1970 is similar, but it shows a secondary road passing southward from Catawba Valley
Boulevard, leading to Henry Fork via the project area, with two buildings located along its course
in the project area (Figure 1). The secondary road turned east or northeast at Henry Fork, in the
southeast part of the project area, to make connection with 6th Street (via the current 6th Street Court)
to the east of the project area (Figure 1).
Aerial photography from 1951 and 1966 show buildings as depicted on maps from 1967 and 1970
with small patches of cultivation in the project area (as depicted in white on Figure 1). The
phonographs show an additional occupation site with multiple buildings locate din the central part
of the project area (Figure 1). The 1966 aerial photographs shows also a single building in the
southeast part of the proj ect area and a still -active transportation access to 6th Street from the southeast
part of the project area. As of the years 1984 and 1998, use and occupation in the interior of the
project area was in significant decline. Development along 6th Street Court increased as the

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connection to the project area them disappeared from view; 20'h Avenue and buildings along its
course were present as of 1984.
CONCLUSIONS
There are no NRHP-listed properties, determined -eligible properties, study -listed resources,
designated local landmarks, cemeteries, otherwise recorded historic resources, or recorded
archeological sites located within or adjacent to the study tract. The closest known cultural resource
is determined -eligible mill village located 480 m and more northwest of the project area. Maps
indicate possible occupation and/or use of the south extremes of the project area in the 19t' century,
and agricultural use with at least four long-term occupation sites in the project area through the
middle 201h century.
CLOSING COMMENTS
Mr. Kuefler, we appreciate the opportunity to work with you on this project. If you have any
questions or comments, please contact me at 770-345-0706.
Sincerely,
R.S. WEBB & ASSOCIATES
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Robert S. (Steve) Webb
President and Senior Principal Archeologist
Attachments: Figure 1
REFERENCES
Davis, G.B., L. J. Perry and J. W. Kirkley, compiled by C. D. Cowles
1983 Atlas to Accompany the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies. Reprint
of the 1891-1895 edition. The Fairfax Press, New York.
Idol, B. and F. Farrow
2016Intensive Archaeological Survey for the ProposedPiedmont Natural Gas Line 423 (Line
291 Replacement) Project, Catawba, Gaston andLincoln Counties, North Carolina. TRC
Environmental Corporation. Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
Lewis, J.D.
2021 The American Revolution in North Carolina. Internet -Online. Found at:
http://www.carolana.com /NC/Revolution/home.html. Accessed June 2021.

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