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Michael F. Easley, Governor
William G. Ross Jr., Secretary
North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Coleen H. Sullins, Director
Division of Water Quality
November 7, 2008
CERTIFIED MAIL
Return Receipt Requested
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Ms. Lydia G Speck
C/O Lydia G Ubaldo
3251 Lake Point Dr.
Belmont, NC 28012
Dear Ms. Speck:
Subject: Notice of Violation and Notice of
Recommendation for Enforcement
NOV-2008-CV-0020
Catawba Riparian Buffer Rules
3251 Lake Point Dr.
Lake Wylie
Gaston County, NC
Mr. Alan Johnson of this Office conducted a site investigation on October 29, 2008 at the
subject property in response to a complaint regarding an alleged violation of the Catawba Riparian
Buffer Rules. Based on his observations, this letter is being issued as a Notice of Violation and
Recommendation For Enforcement for violation of the Rules (15A NCAC 2B. 0243) pursuant to
North Carolina General Statute 143-214.1.
While conducting the investigation Mr. Johnson observed that a patio had been constructed
within the 50 ft. riparian buffer. Zone 1 consists of the first 30 feet from the project elevation (in this
case the 569 foot elevation) extending landward. The rules limit any impacts to Zone 1 without prior
approval. Zone 2 is the remaining 20 ft. No permanent/impervious impacts are allowed in Zone 1
or Zone 2 of the buffer.
Be advised that the Division of Water Quality (DWQ) requires that approval be obtained prior
to conducting land disturbing activities in Zone 1. The patio that was observed is not allowed under
the current regulation. The patio must be removed/relocated outside of the buffer.
If you have an explanation for the noted violation that you wish to present, please respond in
writing within fifteen (15) days following the receipt of this notice. Your explanation will be reviewed
and if an enforcement action is still deemed appropriate, your explanation will be forwarded to the
Director with the enforcement package for his consideration. Please address your response to the
attention of Mr. Johnson.
Mailing Address Phone [phone] Location
610 East Center Avenue, Suite 301 Fax [phone] East Center Avenue, Suite 301
Mooresville, NC 28115 Mooresville, North Carolina
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Internet: www.ncwaterQuality.org Customer Service 1-877-623-6748
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Be advised that North Carolina General Statutes provide for civil penalties of up to
$25,000 per day, per violation, as well as criminal penalties for violation of state environmental
laws and regulations.
If you have any questions concerning this matter, please do not hesitate to contact Mr.
Johnson or me at [phone].
Surely,
Robert B. Krebs
Surface Water Protection
Regional Supervisor
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cc: John Hennessy, Compliance/Enforcement
Amy Chapman, DWQ, Wetlands Unit
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