WQ0021622_Inspection_20240917

September 9, 2024

Jeffrey A. Rolan
339 Heritage Dr.
Apex, NC 27523

SUBJECT: Compliance Inspection Report
339 Heritage Dr. SFR
Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0021622
Chatham County

Dear Permittee:

The North Carolina Division of Water Resources conducted an inspection of the 339 Heritage Dr.
SFR on 8/2/2024. This inspection was conducted to verify that the facility is operating in compliance
with the conditions and limitations specified in Non-discharge Permit No. WQ0021622. The findings and
comments noted during this inspection are provided in the enclosed copy of the inspection report
entitled "Compliance Inspection Report".

Division records indicate a treatment system consisting of a 1,200 gallon baffled septic tank with an effluent
filter; two 60 square foot (ft2) recirculating sand filters with a 4.0 gallon per day per square foot (GPD/ft2)
loading rate; a 12 gallon per minute (GPM) ultraviolet (UV) disinfection unit; a 4,000 gallon recirculation tank
with a 20 GPM pump operating at 155 feet of total dynamic head (TDH), audible/visual high-water alarms,
and a rain sensor; a 0.29 acre drip irrigation area with approximately 4,206 linear feet (LF) of drip line
containing 2,103 emitters; and all associated piping, valves, controls, and appurtenances.

During the inspection, the following was observed:

Schedule (Section I of permit):
1. The permit expires on April 30, 2027. According to the permit Section I. 3. a renewal is to be submitted
six months prior to the expiration of the permit. As the permittee, you are required to submit a
renewal application no later than November 1, 2026.

Performance (Section II):
2. The facility meets the performance standards and setbacks as stipulated in Section II of the permit.

Operation and Maintenance (O&M) (Section III):
3. The facility meets the operation and maintenance standards as stipulated in Section III of the permit.
4. The septic tank, pump tank, peat filters, rain gauge and alarms appeared to be functional.

Docusign Envelope ID: DB9A06EA-7259-4C9F-96C0-356D91BD1AF3

Monitoring and Reporting (Section IV):
5. The facility meets the monitoring and reporting requirements as stipulated in Section IV of the permit

Inspections (Section V):
6. AQWA is contracted to conduct biannual inspections. Mr. Rolan stated there have been no major
repairs.

General Conditions (Section VI):
7. The facility continues to be owned by Mr. and Mrs. Rolan and annual fees have been paid. No
violations have been reported in the past five years.

This report is a notification of the results of the compliance inspection.

Please be aware that non-compliance with your permit could result in enforcement action by the Division of
Water Resources for these and any other violations of State law. The Raleigh Regional Office encourages
you to take all necessary actions to bring your facility into compliance. If you have questions or comments
about this inspection or the requirements to take corrective action, then please contact via email at
[e-mail] or 919-791-4252.

Sincerely,

Michael Hall, Regional Supervisor
Water Quality Regional Operations Section
Raleigh Regional Office
Division of Water Resources, NCDEQ

ATTACHMENTS: Compliance Inspection Report
Cc: NON-DISCHARGE Laserfiche
Docusign Envelope ID: DB9A06EA-7259-4C9F-96C0-356D91BD1AF3
Compliance Inspection Report
Permit:WQ0021622 Effective:10/23/20 Expiration:04/30/27 Owner :Jeffrey A Rolan
SOC:
Contact Person:
Region:
County:
Directions to Facility:
Chatham
Raleigh
Jeffrey A Rolan
Effective:Expiration:Facility:339 Heritage Dr. SFR
339 Heritage Dr
Apex NC 27523
Title:Phone:
I-40, Exit 293. S on US1 to Exit 98, West on US64, past 540. At 1.1 mi. west of Wake/Chatham Co. line, Rt on Patrio Way to T. Left
on Heritage Dr, 0.1 mi. House on right (NE corner of Democracy and Heritage).
Secondary ORC(s):
Phone:Certification:Primary ORC:
System Classifications:
On-Site Representative(s):
Related Permits:
Secondary Inspector(s):
Primary Inspector:
Inspection Date:Exit Time:Entry Time:
Phone:
08/02/2024 10:30AM 11:35AM
Kurtis Waibel 919-791-4200
Facility Status:
Permit Inspection Type:
Reason for Inspection:Inspection Type:
Not CompliantCompliant
Routine
Single-Family Residence Wastewater Irrigation
Compliance Evaluation
Question Areas:
Miscellaneous Questions Permit Status Septic Tank
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Disinfection UV Pump Tank
Drip or Irrigation General
(See attachment summary)
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Docusign Envelope ID: DB9A06EA-7259-4C9F-96C0-356D91BD1AF3
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0021622
08/02/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Jeffrey A Rolan
Routine
Inspection Summary:
DWR Staff K. Waibel performed a compliance evaluation inspection on August 2, 2024. At the time of the
inspection, the treatment, disinfection and drip irrigation components of the wastewater treatment system were functioning
properly and appeared in good condition. The UV Unit was determined to be operational and in good working condition. Mr.
Rolan noted that AQWA is the service contractor for the facility. The most recent septic tank clean-out was performed by
AQWA in August of 2024. There was no ponding/signs of run-off within the irrigation area and all drip irrigation lines were
functioning properly. Fencing surrounding the irrigation area was adequate, no damage was observed in any of the irrigation
lines.
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Docusign Envelope ID: DB9A06EA-7259-4C9F-96C0-356D91BD1AF3
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0021622
08/02/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Jeffrey A Rolan
Routine
Permit Status Yes No NA NE
# Is the current resident in the home the Permittee?
# If not, does the resident rent from the Permittee?
Change of Ownership form needed? (Mail the form with the inspection letter)
# Is there an inspection and maintenance agreement with a contractor?
If YES, who is the contractor (include contact info)?
AQWA (919-230-8307)
n/aComment:
Septic Tank Yes No NA NE
*** The septic tank and filters should be checked annually and pumped/cleaned as needed. ***
Is all wastewater from the home connected to the septic tank?
# Does the permittee/resident know where the septic tank is located?
Has the septic tank been pumped in the last 5 years?
If YES, describe if known and proof (include date pumped):
Correspondence between Mr. Jeff Rolan and AQWA, tank pumped in August 2024.
# Does the septic tank have an EFFLUENT FILTER or SANITARY T?
If FILTER, when was the filter cleaned and by who?AQWA, 2024
n/aComment:
Sand Filter/Treatment Pods Yes No NA NE
*** Accessible sand filter surfaces shall be raked/leveled every 6 months and vegetative growth shall be
removed manually. ***
# Is system something other than a sand filter?
# If YES, what kind? (examples - Peat, Textile or brand name - Advantex, etc.)
# Does the permittee know where the sandfilter is located?
Does the sandfilter require maintenance?
If maintenace is required, explain:
n/a
n/aComment:
Disinfection UV Yes No NA NE
*** UV unit shall be checked weekly. Lamps/sleeves should be cleaned/replaced as needed to ensure
proper disinfection. ***
Is UV working?
Has the UV Unit been serviced and bulbs cleaned?
# Who completes the weekly check for the UV? ( Non-Discharge)Mr. Jeff Rolan
n/aComment:
Pump Tank Yes No NA NE
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Docusign Envelope ID: DB9A06EA-7259-4C9F-96C0-356D91BD1AF3
Inspection Date:
Permit:
Inspection Type :
Owner - Facility:
Reason for Visit:
WQ0021622
08/02/2024 Compliance Evaluation
Jeffrey A Rolan
Routine
*** All pump and alarm sytems shall be inspected monthly. (Non-Discharge) ***
Is the pump working?
Is the audible and visual high water alarm operational?
# Does the permittee know how to check the pump & high water alarm?
# Last functional test:
n/aComment:
Drip or Irrigation Yes No NA NE
*** Irrigation sysetm shall be inspected monthly to ensure system is free of leaks and equipment is operating
as designed. ***
# Type of system (DRIP or IRRIGATION):Drip
# If IRRIGATION, number of sprinkler heads:
Are buffers and setbacks adequate?
Is the site free of ponding and runoff?
Does the application equipment appear to be working properly?
Is there a minimum two wire fence surrounding the entire irrigation area?
n/aComment:
General Yes No NA NE
# Are the treatment units locked and/or secured?
# Has resident had any sewage problems?
If YES, explain:
Does the system match the permit description?
If NO, explain:
Is the system compliant?
Is the system failing? (If yes, take pictures if possible)
If system is failing, describe any exposures to people/animals or environmental risks.
n/a
n/aComment:
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Docusign Envelope ID: DB9A06EA-7259-4C9F-96C0-356D91BD1AF3