20240771 Ver 1_ePCN Application_20240603

i DWR
Division of Water Resources
Pre -Construction Notification (PCN) Form
For Nationwide Permits and Regional General Permits
(along with corresponding Water Quality Certifications)
October 2, 2023 Ver 4.3
Initial Review
Has this project met the requirements for acceptance in to the review process?
Yes No
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No
Change only If needed.
Does this project involve maintenance dredging funded by the Shallow Draft Navigation Channel Dredging and Aquatic Weed Fund or involve the distribution or transmission of energy or
fuel, including natural gas, diesel, petroleum, or electricity?
Yes No
BIMS # Assigned Version# *
20240771 1
Is a payment required for this project?*
No payment required
Fee received
Fee needed - send electronic notification
Reviewing Office*
Wilmington Regional Office - [phone]
Information for Initial Review
la. Name of project:
Richlands High School Subdivision
1a. Who is the Primary Contact?*
Kim Williams - Davey Resource Group, Inc.
1b. Primary Contact Email: *
[e-mail]
Date Submitted
6/3/2024
Nearest Body of Water
Squires Run
Basin
White Oak
Water Classification
C:NSW
Site Coordinates
Latitude:
34.886847
A. Processing Information
Is this project connected with ARPA funding?
Yes No
County (or Counties) where the project is located:
Onslow
Is this a NCDMS Project
Yes No
Longitude:
-77.540819
What amount is owed?*
$240.00
$323.00
Select Project Reviewer*
Michael Meilinger:Michael.Meilinger
1c. Primary Contact Phone:*
[phone]
$570.00
$767.00
Is this project a public transportation project?*
Yes No

1a. Type(s) of approval sought from the Corps:
Section 404 Permit (wetlands, streams and waters, Clean Water Act)
Section 10 Permit (navigable waters, tidal waters, Rivers and Harbors Act)
Has this PCN previously been submitted?*
Yes
No
1b. What type(s) of permit(s) do you wish to seek authorization?
Nationwide Permit (NWP)
Regional General Permit (RGP)
Standard (IP)
1c. Has the NWP or GP number been verified by the Corps?
Yes No
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
Nationwide Permit (NWP) Number:
NWP Numbers (for multiple NWPS):
1d. Type(s) of approval sought from the DWR:
401 Water Quality Certification - Regular
Non-404 Jurisdictional General Permit
Individual 401 Water Quality Certification
29 - Residential Developments
18 - Minor Discharges
39 - Commercial/Institutional Developments
le. Is this notification solely for the record because written approval is not required?
For the record only for DWR 401 Certification:
For the record only for Corps Permit:
401 Water Quality Certification - Express
Riparian Buffer Authorization
1f. Is this an after -the -fact permit application? *
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1g. Is payment into a mitigation bank or in -lieu fee program proposed for mitigation of impacts?
Yes No
1h. Is the project located in any of NC's twenty coastal counties?
Yes No
1i. Is the project located within a NC DCM Area of Environmental Concern (AEC)?
Yes No Unknown
1j. Is the project located in a designated trout watershed?
Yes No
B. Applicant Information
1d. Who is applying for the permit?
Owner Applicant (other than owner)
1e. Is there an Agent/Consultant for this project?
Yes No
2. Owner Information
2a. Name(s) on recorded deed:
Ellis Developments INC LLC
2b. Deed book and page no.:
2c. Contact Person:
Stephen Ellis
r
Yes No
Yes No

2d. Address
Street Address
305 Church at North Hills Street, Suite 1110
Address Line 2
City
Raleigh
Postal / Zip Code
27609
2e. Telephone Number:
[phone]
2g. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
4. Agent/Consultant (if applicable)
4a. Name:
Kim Williams
4b. Business Name:
Davey Resource Group, Inc.
4c.Address
Street Address
3805 Wrightsville Ave; Suite 15
Address Line 2
city
Wilmington
Postal / Zip Code
28403
4d. Telephone Number:
[phone]
4f. Email Address:*
[e-mail]
C. Project Information and Prior Project History
1. Project Information
1b. Subdivision name:
(if appropriate)
Richlands High School Subdivision
1c. Nearest municipality / town:
Richlands
2. Project Identification
2a. Property Identification Number:
026128,071391,071393
2c. Project Address
Street Address
Gum Branch Road
Address Line 2
City
Richlands
Postal / Zip Code
28574
3. Surface Waters
3a. Name of the nearest body of water to proposed project:
Squires Run
3b. Water Resources Classification of nearest receiving water:
C; NSW
3c. What river basin(s) is your project located in?
White Oak
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
2f. Fax Number:
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA
4e. Fax Number:
2b. Property size:
189.5
State / Province / Region
NC
Country
USA

3d. Please provide the 12-digit HUC in which the project is located.
030203020101
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: *
Most of the uplands within the site consist of fields. Squires Run forms the site's southeastern project boundary. Several tributaries of Squires Run extend into center and western part of
the tract. Numerous jurisdictional and non -jurisdictional ditches transact the site. Wetlands are located adjacent to several of the streams and support black gum, red maple, and sweetgum
trees and shrubs. Some forested uplands are located just above the wetlands and support a canopy of hickory and white oak with a shrub layer dominated by Chinese privet and American
hornbeam.
Adjacent land use is mostly undeveloped and forested and fields. A high school and elementary school are located just west of the site
4b. Have Corps permits or DWR certifications been obtained for this project (including all prior phases) in the past?
Yes No Unknown
4f. List the total estimated acreage of all existing wetlands on the property:
33.5
4g. List the total estimated linear feet of all existing streams on the property:
10,100
4h. Explain the purpose of the proposed project:
The purpose of the project is to construct a residential subdivision and commercial area within the site to meet the housing and retail needs of the community. Wetland, stream, and
jurisdictional ditch impacts are needed for site access and lot development.
41. Describe the overall project in detail, including indirect impacts and the type of equipment to be used: *
This residential development will include single family lots (211 lots) and townhomes (128 units). Roads, utilities, stormwater ponds are also proposed. Commercial development will be
located off Hwy 24 and Gum Branch Rd and will consist of several buildings, parking, and stormwater ponds. Roads will cross jurisdictional ditches (OW1 - OW2), a stream (S2), and
wetlands (W2) in several locations. At the ditch and stream crossings, culverts will be installed to maintain hydrologic flow. W2 is the upper end of the wetland drain, therefore no culvert is
needed at this location. Approximately 13 - 19 linear feet of rip rap will also be needed on the downstream end of the ditch and stream crossings to prevent scour. The top of the rip rap will
be installed flush with the bottom of the channel resulting in no permanent loss in these areas. Three other non -stream channels will be filled/piped for commercial development (OW3) or
multi -family development (OW4 & OW5). A sanitary sewer line will also cross a stream and its adjacent wetlands resulting in temporary impacts (W1 & S1). These areas will be open cut.
Once the pipe is installed, the areas will be returned to pre -construction grade and seeded. Forested wetlands will be converted to a herbaceous, mowed wetland resulting in 0.01 acre of
permanent wetland conversion. Some temporary impacts for construction access will be needed to install the ditch and stream crossings. Additionally, a pump -around system will be used
to install the stream crossing (S2).
Erosion control measures will be installed prior to any site disturbance. The limits of disturbance will then be cleared of vegetation. Site grading will occur as depicted on the site plan.
Roadways and utilities will be installed. Then home/building construction will occur. Track hoe, loader, dump truck, bob cat, and other standard construction equipment will be used.
5. Jurisdictional Determinations
5a. Have the wetlands or streams been delineated on the property or proposed impact areas?
Yes No G Unknown
Comments:
5b. If the Corps made a jurisdictional determination, what type of determination was made?
Preliminary Approved Not Verified Unknown N/A
Corps AID Number:
SAW-2022-00062
5c. If 5a is yes, who delineated the jurisdictional areas?
Name (if known): Corey Novak
Agency/Consultant Company: Davey Resource Group, Inc.
Other:
5d. List the dates of the Corp jurisdiction determination or State determination if a determination was made by the Corps or DWR
Katharine Elks with the USACE issued an Approved JD on 3/13/23.
6. Future Project Plans
6a. Is this a phased project?*
Yes No
Are any other NWP(s), regional general permit(s), or individual permits(s) used, or intended to be used, to authorize any part of the proposed project or related activity?
No
D. Proposed Impacts Inventory
1. Impacts Summary
1a. Where are the impacts associated with your project? (check all that apply):
Wetlands Streams -tributaries Buffers
Open Waters Pond Construction

2. Wetland Impacts
W1
2a1 Reason (?)
Utility Line Crossing
2b. Impact type" (?)
T
2c. Type of W.
Ftt-mland Hardwood Forest
2d. W. name
W1
2e. Forested"
Yes
. Type of Jurisdicition"
r(If)
Both
2g. Impact
area
0.010
(acres)
E777fad
Crossing
P
Bottomland Hardwood Forest
W2
Yes
Both
0.077
acres)
2g. Total Temporary Wetland Impact
0.010
2g. Total Wetland Impact
0.087
2g. Total Permanent Wetland Impact
0.077
2i. Comments:
Temporary wetland impacts are needed to install a sewer line. Once installed, the wetlands will be restored back to grade and seeded. The wetlands will
need to be maintained/mowed, which will result in 0.01 acre of permanent wetland conversion.
3. Stream Impacts
F I
3a. Reason for impact (?)
3b.lmpact type*
3c. Type of impact"
3d. S. name"
3e. Stream Type*
3f. Type of
3g. S. width
3h. Impact
?)
Jurisdiction*
length*
S1
Utility Line Crossing
Temporary
Excavation
UT of Squires Run #1
Perennial
Both
23
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
g2
Road Crossing
Permanent
Culvert
UT of Squires Run #2
Perennial
Both
80
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S3
Construction/Dewatering
Temporary
Dewatering
UT of Squires Run #2
Perennial
Both
28
Average (feet)
(linear feet)
S4
Rip Rap
Permanent
Rip Rap Fill
UT of Squires Run #2
Perennial
Both
6
18
Averege (feet)
(linear feet)
31. Total jurisdictional ditch impact in square feet:
0
3i. Total permanent stream impacts:
98
3i. Total stream and ditch impacts:
149
31. Total temporary stream impacts:
51
3j. Comments:
Permanent stream impacts are 98 LF (0.013 ac). Top of rip rap will be flush with bottom of channel.
4. Open Water Impacts
4a. Site #
4a1. Impact Reason
4b. Impact type
4c. Name of waterbody
4d. Activity type :114e.
Waterbody type
4f. Impact area
OW1
Road Crossing
P
T1
Culverts
Ditch
0.01
OW2
Road Crossing
P
T2
Culverts
Ditch
0.01
OW3
Fill/Pipe
P
T3
Culverts
Ditch
0.04
OW1A-OW3A
Construction Corridor
T
T1-T3
Other
-11
Ditch
0.01
OW1B-OW2B
Rip Rap
P
T1-T3
Other
Ditch
0.01
OW4
Fill
P
T4
Fill
Ditch
0.01
OW5
Fill
P
T5
Fill
Ditch
0.01
4g. Total temporary open water Impacts:
0.01
4g. Total open water impacts:
0.10
4h. Comments:
Top of rip rap will be flush with bottom of channel.
E. Impact Justification and Mitigation
4g. Total permanent open water impacts:
0.09
a

1. Avoidance and Minimization
1a. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts in designing the project:
The engineer revised the site plan several times to reduce impacts to jurisdictional features. Road alignments have been reconfigured to avoid streams
as much as possible. Additionally, roadway widths have been minimized and headwalls will be used at the stream crossing.
1b. Specifically describe measures taken to avoid or minimize the proposed impacts through construction techniques:
The developer will obtain stormwater and sedimentation and erosion control permits prior to development.
2. Compensatory Mitigation for Impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State
2a. Does the project require Compensatory Mitigation for impacts to Waters of the U.S. or Waters of the State?
Yes No
2b. If this project DOES NOT require Compensatory Mitigation, explain why:
Permanent wetland and stream impacts are below the typical USACE mitigation thresholds.
F. Stormwater Management and Diffuse Flow Plan (required by DWR)
1. Diffuse Flow Plan
1a. Does the project include or is it adjacent to protected riparian buffers identified within one of the NC Riparian Buffer Protection Rules?
Yes 9 No
If no, explain why:
Project is located within the White Oak River Basin, which does not have State riparian buffer rules.
2. Stormwater Management Plan
2a. Is this a NCDOT project subject to compliance with NCDOT's Individual NPDES permit NCS000250?
Yes No
2b. Does this project meet the requirements for low density projects as defined in 15A NCAC 02H .1003(2)?
Yes No
2c. Does this project have a stormwater management plan (SMP) reviewed and approved under a state stormwater program or state -approved local government stormwater program?
Yes No
N/A - project disturbs < 1 acre
2d. Which of the following stormwater management program(s) apply:
Local Government State
State Stormwater Programs
Phase II Coastal Counties
HWQ or ORW Other
Comments:
Engineer is currently working on the stormwater plan.
G. Supplementary Information
1. Environmental Documentation
1a. Does the project involve an expenditure of public (federal/state/local) funds or the use of public (federal/state) land?
Yes No
2. Violations (DWR Requirement)
2a. Is the site in violation of DWR Water Quality Certification Rules (15A NCAC 2H .0500), Isolated Wetland Rules (15A NCAC 2H .1300), or DWR Surface Water or Wetland Standards or
Riparian Buffer Rules (15A NCAC 2B .0200)? *
Yes No
3. Cumulative Impacts (DWR Requirement)
3a. Will this project result in additional development, which could impact nearby downstream water quality?
Yes No
3b. If you answered "no," provide a short narrative description.
The project will not provide access or utilities to adjacent tracts and no additional impacts are anticipated. Additionally, erosion control and stormwater
permits will be obtained to minimize impacts to downstream waters.
O
4. Sewage Disposal (DWR Requirement)

4a. Is sewage disposal required by DWR for this project?
Yes No N/A
4b. Describe, in detail, the treatment methods and dispositions (non -discharge or discharge) of wastewater generated from the proposed project. If the wastewater will be treated at a
treatment plant, list the capacity available at that plant.
The project will tie into the municipal wastewater treatment system.
5. Endangered Species and Designated Critical Habitat (Corps Requirement)
5a. Will this project occur in or near an area with federally protected species or habitat?
Yes No
5b. Have you checked with the USFWS concerning Endangered Species Act impacts?
Yes No
5c. If yes, indicate the USFWS Field Office you have contacted.
Raleigh
5d. Is another Federal agency involved?*
Yes No Unknown
5e. Is this a DOT project located within Division's 1-8?
Yes No
5f. Will you cut any trees in order to conduct the work in waters of the U.S.?
Yes No
5g. Does this project involve bridge maintenance or removal?
Yes No
5h. Does this project involve the construction/installation of a wind turbine(s)?*
Yes No
5i. Does this project involve (1) blasting, and/or (2) other percussive activities that will be conducted by machines, such as jackhammers, mechanized pile drivers, etc.?
Yes No
5j. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact Endangered Species or Designated Critical Habitat?
The NC Natural Heritage Program database was reviewed to determine if any rare species are known to occur on or near the site. According to their
files, no federally listed species are known to occur on or within a one mile radius of the site. The USFWS IPaC database was also reviewed and several
species were identified as potentially occurring in the region. Forested areas (wetlands and some uplands) provide suitable habitat for the northern long-
eared bat and tri-colored bat. Most of the wetlands will be avoided. DRG prepared a determination key for the NLEB, which resulted in a NLAA
determination. Most uplands within the site are fields. Wetlands and forested uplands support mostly hardwoods. Therefore, the tract does not appear to
provide suitable habitat for the RCW. The site does not appear to provide suitable habitat for any other federally -protected species.
6. Essential Fish Habitat (Corps Requirement)
6a. Will this project occur in or near an area designated as an Essential Fish Habitat?
Yes No
6b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact an Essential Fish Habitat?
NOAA EFH Mapper
7. Historic or Prehistoric Cultural Resources (Corps Requirement)
7a. Will this project occur in or near an area that the state, federal or tribal governments have designated as having historic or cultural preservation status?
Yes No
7b. What data sources did you use to determine whether your site would impact historic or archeological resources? *
The NC State Historic Preservation Office HPOWEB GIS mapping resource was used to determine the presence of known cultural or historic resources.
No resources are identified within the site. Several surveyed structures are located off Gum Branch Road. These structures will not be affected by site
development.
8. Flood Zone Designation (Corps Requirement)
8a. Will this project occur in a FEMA-designated 100-year floodplain?
Yes No
8b. If yes, explain how project meets FEMA requirements:
One proposed wetland impact is located within the 100-yr floodplain (W2). The applicant will coordinate with the County on obtaining a floodplain
development permit, if one is needed.
8c. What source(s) did you use to make the floodplain determination?
FEMA Flood Map Service Center Website
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Comments
Signature
By checking the box and signing below, I certify that:
• The project proponent hereby certifies that all information contained herein is true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief'; and
• The project proponent hereby requests that the certifying authority review and take action on this CWA 401 certification request within the applicable reasonable period of time.
• I have given true, accurate, and complete information on this form;
• I agree that submission of this PCN form is a "transaction" subject to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I agree to conduct this transaction by electronic means pursuant to Chapter 66, Article 40 of the NC General Statutes (the "Uniform Electronic Transactions Act");
• I understand that an electronic signature has the same legal effect and can be enforced in the same way as a written signature; AND
• I intend to electronically sign and submit the PCN form.
Full Name:
Kim Williams
Signature
WIMI -If
Date
6/3/2024
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