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North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
Beverly Eaves Perdue James H. Gregson Dee Freeman`,i. %,
Governor Director ` ._ " 3 0 5 Secretary
March 20, 2009
MEMORANDUM
TO: Cyndi Karoly
Environmental Biological Supervisor
Division of Water Quality
FROM: Doug Huggett
Major Permits Processing Coordinator
SUBJECT: CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
Applicant: Currituck County, Whalehead Club
Project Location: 1100 Club Road, Corolla, Currituck County
Proposed Project: Shoreline stabilization project: bulkhead, riprap and boardwalk
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and return
this form by 04/10/09 to 400 Commerce Avenue, Morehead City, NC 28557. If you have
any questions regarding the proposed project, please contact Ron Renaldi at [phone].
When appropriate, in-depth comments with supporting data are requested.
REPLY: This agency has no objection to the project as proposed.
This agency has no comment on the proposed project.
This agency approves of the project only if the recommended changes
are incorporated. See attached.
This agency objects to the project for reasons described in the attached
comments.
SIGNED DATE
1367 US 17 South, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
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APPLICANT'S NAME: Currituck County, Whalehead Club
LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: 1100 Club Rd (off of NC-12), Corolla, Currituck
County, adjacent to the Currituck Sound.
Photo Index -
2006: 201-7489 (J-N 11-13)
1995: 201-2109 KO 11-13)
1984: 135-628 (D-1 3-5)
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2932467
Rover File: El 21814A
2000: 201-2196 (J-N 10-13)
1989: 1 39-27 (F-J 12-15)
1978: 94-1229 (G-L 6-8)
Y:969657
Quadrangle: Mossey Islands (UL)
INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA / Dredge and Fill
INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 11/4/08, 12/18/08
Was Applicant Present - Yes, No
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received Complete - March 12, 2009
Office - Elizabeth City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Currituck County
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: ES, EW, PTA, CW
(C) Water Dependent: Yes
(D) Intended Use: Public
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - Septic
Planned - N/A
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Main House, man-made boat basin
containing 40 boat slips and associated docks,
boathouse, canals, a public boat ramp with a 6 slip pier,
two footbridges, shoreline boardwalk, riprap, bulkhead,
and associated parking and road access.
Planned - additional bulkhead, riprap, riprap sills, and a
timber boardwalk.
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: 5-12' on unprotected Currituck Sound
shoreline. 1'-2' on unprotected shoreline
within the boat basin and canals.
Source - Applicant
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA, square feet (SF)]
FII 1 Fn r)THP:P
(A) Shallow Bottom PTA, EW AEC's
-Bulkhead 1,000 SF
-Riprap Sill 5,136 SF
-Riprap 5,586 SF
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FILLED OTHER
(B) Estuarine Shoreline AEC
-Timber Boardwalk 2,768 SF Shaded
-Grading Canal Bank 7,095 SF
-Dune Creation Behind Riprap 12,000 SF Disturbed
-Area of Riprap Removed Landward of Sills 8,000 SF Disturbed
(C) Coastal Wetland AEC 538 SF
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 42,123 SF (0.97 Acres)
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: No
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: Currituck County is proposing to bulkhead within a boat basin
and canal, grade a canal shoreline, construct a boardwalk, realign and add to existing
riprap and construct riprap sills along the Currituck Sound shoreline.
Project Setting
The site of the proposed development is located on a 30-acre tract owned by Currituck County.
The tract can be divided in half with a mainland section containing the NC WRC Wildlife
Education Center and an island section containing the Historic Whalehead Club. The section
containing the Historic Whalehead Club is the focus of the development proposal. The Historic
Whalehead Club is located in the Outer Banks portion of Currituck County, more specifically
described as 1100 Club Rd. off of NC 12 (Ocean Trail), adjacent to Whalehead Bay and the
Currituck Sound. Located north of the property is the Corolla Lighthouse and to the south is the
Corolla Light P.U.D. Subdivision. The property is bounded on the west side by the Currituck
Sound and on the east by NC 12 (Ocean Trail).
The Whalehead Club property was originally developed as a hunting and fishing club during the
early 1920's. The upland area is flat, has an elevation of approximately 3 ft above normal water
level (NWL), has sandy soils and is vegetated with Loblolly Pines (Pious taeda), Live Oaks
(Quercus virginiana), Wax Myrtle (Myrica cerifera), and a variety of mowed yard grasses and
ornamental bushes. Man-made structures on the property include the main house, a vehicular
bridge, two footbridges, gravel paths, a boathouse, a timber boardwalk, bulkhead, a man-made
canal, boat basin and a pond southwest of the main house. During the 1980's, a pond on the
northeast side of the house was filled. Advanced Property Concepts began construction on a
36 slip docking facility in the boat basin in 1987 under CAMA Major Permit #141-86, but
defaulted on the property soon after the basin was completed. Currituck County purchased the
property and began renovations that have included reconstruction of a footbridge, repairs to the
house, the addition of a public boat ramp and six slips (CAMA Major Permit #148-89) and the
placement of riprap along the shoreline adjacent to the Currituck Sound for erosion control
(CAMA Major Permit #166-96). In 2003, CAMA Major Permit #118-03 was issued for the
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placement of riprap along the unprotected portions of the shoreline and building up the existing
riprap. This permit also allowed for the partial filling of the existing pond to promote the growth
of wetland vegetation.
The shoreline within the development area is approximately 3,350' in length. Approximately
1700' of the shoreline extending westerly from the mouth of a canal located in the southeast
portion of the property to the northwest side of the peninsula located in the southwest portion of
the property has been riprapped. Approximately 200' of bulkhead exists along the shoreline
extending from the mouth of a canal leading into the basin located in the northwest portion of
the property. An additional 250' of bulkhead exists along the northeast portion of the property
within the basin. The remaining shoreline within the basin and canal has a 2 ft escarpment that
is sloughing off and the remaining shoreline adjacent to the Currituck Sound has a 1 ft
escarpment.
Several small patches of Giant Cordgrass (Spartina cynosuroides) and Scirpus spp. have
grown within the existing riprap along the southern shoreline. On the western-facing shoreline
there are more extensive stands of Cattails (Typha spp.) and Giant Cordgrass (Spartina
cynosuroides).
The waters of the Currituck Sound in this area are classified as SC and are closed to shellfish
taking. There is approximately 5 to 6 miles of open water to the west and south of the project
site. Water depths within the project site range from NWL to -1' and the bottom substrate within
this area is made up of fine sands. Submerged aquatic vegetation was observed along the
shoreline adjacent to the Currituck Sound, but was growing in deeper waters outside of the
project area. Based on available information, there appears to be no archaeological sites on
this property; however, the site is on the National Historic Register.
Development Proposal
In order to prevent further erosion to the shoreline within the existing boat basin, the applicant
proposes to construct approximately 312' of bulkhead along the southern shoreline of the
basin. The proposed bulkhead will tie into an existing bulkhead that is located at the mouth of
the basin on its western side and will be positioned landward of a 110 SF patch of smooth
cordgrass (Spartina altemiflora) located in this area. The remaining alignment will closely follow
the escarpment and range from 1 ft waterward of NWL to above NWL for a length of 247'. The
remaining 65' of the proposed bulkhead within the basin will be constructed 3 ft waterward of
an existing bulkhead to provide support for a proposed boardwalk. A return wall will then tie the
proposed bulkhead into the existing bulkhead.
The proposed timber boardwalk will be 8 ft wide and will have a total length of 346'. It will lead
from an existing footbridge located on the western side of the basin a distance of 62' and then
will tie into the previously mentioned bulkheads cap and will follow the shoreline for the
remaining 284' where it will connect to an existing boardwalk. The boardwalk will be
constructed so that it will sit just above ground level.
In order to prevent further erosion within the existing canal that connects to the boat basin on
the southeastern side, the applicant proposes to construct approximately 632' of bulkhead
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along the western shoreline and grade the eastern shoreline. Along the western shoreline, a
262' section of the proposed bulkhead will tie into an existing return wall located at the base of
a footbridge that crosses the mouth of the canal and run in a southerly direction where it will
connect to an existing return wall associated with a vehicular bridge. Within this section of
bulkhead, approximately 20' will average 3 ft waterward of NWL with a maximum of 5' to
protect the root systems of Live Oaks. The rest of the bulkhead within this section will be at or
above NWL. The remaining 370' of proposed bulkhead will continue southerly along the
shoreline beginning at the return wall on the south side of the vehicular bridge and end with a
return wall where the canal opens into the Currituck Sound. The applicant proposes to grade
approximately 215' of the eastern shoreline along this canal. The shoreline will be graded back
on an 8:1 (H:V) slope and replanted with wetland and high marsh plant species.
Along the shoreline adjacent to the Currituck Sound, the applicant proposes to construct a
combination of riprap sills along with realigning and upgrading an existing concrete riprap
alignment. The proposed sill structures will have a total length of 856' and will be 12' in width.
The waterward toe will average 6 ft waterward of the current NWL with a maximum of 12' and
have a height of 3 ft above NWL. The proposed riprap alignment will have a total length of 931'
and will be 13' in width and the waterward toe will average 6 ft waterward of NWL. Landward of
the proposed riprap, sand fill will be placed in the configuration of a small coastal dune feature.
The proposed dune will be vegetated primarily with saltmeadow hay (Spartina patens). In the
areas where the sills will be placed along the existing riprap alignment, the existing concrete
riprap will be removed and used as a core material for larger armor stone to be placed upon.
Within the area landward of the proposed riprap sills where the concrete riprap has been
removed, the applicant proposes to add a sandy planting medium and plant emergent wetland
sprigs. Along the western shoreline adjacent to the Currituck Sound, the applicant proposes to
leave three openings within the riprap sill alignment. These areas will be graded to a 10:1 slope
and vegetated with saltmeadow hay (Spartina patens).
Anticipated Impacts
• The construction of the bulkhead along the proposed alignment will result in the filling of
approximately 1,000 SF of Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Area AEC's with clean fill from
an upland source.
• The construction of riprap along the proposed alignment will result in the filling of
approximately 5,586 SF of Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Area AEC's with clean fill from
an upland source.
• The construction of the riprap sills along the proposed alignment will result in the filling of
approximately 5,136 SF of Estuarine Waters and Public Trust Area AEC's.
• The proposed riprap and sill alignment will result in the filling of 538 SF of Coastal Wetland
AEC.
• The construction of the riprap sills along the proposed alignment will result in the creation of
approximately 8,000 SF of Coastal Wetland AEC.
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• The proposed timber boardwalk along the bulkhead will shade 2,768 SF of Estuarine
Shoreline AEC.
• The proposed grading of the canal bank will result in the disturbance of approximately 7,095
SF of Estuarine Shoreline AEC.
• The proposed creation of a coastal dune habitat behind the riprap alignment will result in the
filling of approximately 12,000 SF of Estuarine Shoreline AEC.
Submitted by: Ron Renaldi
Date: February 26, 2009
MAJOR PERMIT FEE MATRIX
Applicant: Currituck County; Whalehead Club Shoreline Stabilization
Selection Development Type Fee DCM % DWQ %
14300 1601 435100093 1625 6253) (24300 1602 435100095 2341)
1. Private, non-commercial j
E] development that does not 100%($250) 0% ($0)
involve the filling or
excavation of any wetlands
or open water areas:
II. Public or commercial
development that does not $400 100%($400) 0%($0)
involve the filling or
excavation of any wetlands
or open water areas:
III. For development that
involves the filling and/or
excavation of up to 1 acre
of wetlands and/or open
water areas, determine if A,
B, C, or D below applies:
III(A). Private, non-
E] commercial development, if $250 100%($250) 0%($0)
General Water Quality
Certification No. 3490 (See
attached can be applied:
III(B). Public or commercial
0 development, if General $400 100%($400) 0%($0)
Water Quality Certification
No. 3490 (See attached)
can be applied:
III(C). If General Water
E] Quality Certification No. $400 60%($240) 40%($160)
3490 (see attached) could
be applied, but DCM staff
determined that additional
review and written DWQ
concurrence is needed
because of concerns
.related to water quality or
aquatic life:
III(D). If General Water
Quality Certification No. $400 60%($240) 40%($160)
3490 (see attached) cannot
be applied:
IV. For development that
Ej involves the filling and/or $475 60%($285) 40%($190)
excavation of more than
one acre of wetlands and/or
open water areas:
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January 12, 2009
Mr. Ron Renaldi
NC Department of the Environment and Natural Resources
Division of Coastal Management
1367 US 17 South
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
Re: The Whalehead Club, Currituck Heritage Park: Sustainable Shoreline Stabilization
Project - Additional Information
Dear Mr. Renaldi,
The following is provided in response to your comments dated December 8, 2008, concerning the
Whalehead Club project in Corolla. Each of your comments is shown in italics below along with our
response.
1. The appropriate application form must be submitted. Please complete and provide Form
DCM-MP-3. This form would be pertinent to the proposed boardwalk construction,
specifically a & d.
Response: DCM-MP-3 has been completed and is enclosed.
2. Not all questions on the application have been answered, or indicated as "not applicable. "
Please address the following items:
• Form DCM-MP-1:
o Number 3.a was left blank. The project is located in the Pasquotank River
Basin.
o Number 3. c. A Checkmark needs placed in the "natural" box only.
o Number 3.e. Check yes.
o Number 3.f. Fill in the planning jurisdiction.
o Number 4.f Please include all structures on high ground (house, etc.)
o Number 4.g. This was answered incorrectly. Please describe the existing
land uses on the adjacent properties.
o Number 4.h. Please answer.
o Number 4.k. Please answer.
o Number 4.n. Please answer.
351 McLaws Circle, Suite 3
Williamsburg, Virginia 23185-6316
757.220.0 00 ¦ FAX [phone]
email: [e-mail]
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o Number 4.o. Please answer
o Number 5.a. Incorrectly checked. This project will be of'a
public/government use.
o Number 6.f. The adjacent landowners listed are incorrect. Currituck County
owns the land that the wildlife education center is on. The adjacent
landowner to the north would be the State of North Carolina. According to
the Currituck County GIS site, Currituck County owns the land along the
canal adjacent to the McGee and Nourgeois properties. If this is true, then
the adjacent landowner in this area would be the Corolla Light Community
Assn.
Response: DCM-MP-1 has been modified in response to your comments. Questions
3.a, 3.c, 3.e, 31, 41, 4.g, 4.h, 41, 4.n, 4.o, 5.a and 61 have been edited and a revised
MP-1 is attached.
• Form DCM-MP-2:
o Number 2.e. check box for none.
o Number 3.f.ii, yes has been checked, please state how much erosion has
occurred.
Response: DCM-MP-2 has been modified in response to your comments.
3. Adequate Work Plans or Drawings have not been submitted. Please address the following
items:
• A sectioned site plan has been submitted for a large project area. Seven pages have
been submitted for both the existing layout and proposed layout totaling 14 pages
that need to be arranged accordingly. Each one of these pages needs to be reviewed
independently of each other and all pages must contain the necessary requirements
and labels. It would be advantageous for the reviewing agencies to have one large
plan view of each layout so that they are not paging thru and trying to match sections
and then having to cut, fold and tape them together. This will speed the review
process. I have reviewed the site plans as if this were the case and request the
following changes:
o The 30 foot buffer needs to be shown.
o The 75' AEC line needs to be shown.
o Property lines needs to be shown and indicated as such.
o The correct adjacent property owners indicated.
o Please label the following existing structures:

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¦ Bulkheads
¦ Boardwalks/Docks
¦ The type of pathway leading from the piers within the basin.
¦ The walkway/bridge going over the canal to the north of the
proposed grading.
¦ Canals and basin.
Response: Large scale, 24"06" drawings at I" = 50' are attached for your review.
The drawing were modified to include the information requested above.
• A Plat must be submitted that shows the entire tract of land to be developed with the
adjacent landowners shown.
Response: The County has searched their records and they are not been able to locate
a plat of the property. The County did provide an older exhibit from when the
property was included within the Corolla Light development project. That exhibit
(see Section 4, map pocket), dated 4/20/88, shows an entire property boundary that
appears somewhat accurate, except for the SE corner near the existing Corolla Light
development. We have scanned and digitized the Currituck County GIS property
boundary layer and included it on the overall layout sheets. The adjacent landowners
are also shown. Since no other official mapping is available, we trust this
information will permit you to continue the permitting process.
4. A Narrative Description of the proposed development must be provided. Please submit a
narrative that addresses the full activities of the project, along with the appropriate needed
justification for permitting development activities that can have negative environmental
impacts.
Response: A descriptive narrative is provided in Section 3 of this package.
5. Documentation of Notification of Riparian Property Owners must be provided. Please
submit Certified Return - Mail Receipts for this notification, along with a copy of the
notification provided to these owners and any comments received in reply. A copy of the
entire application with site plans must be provided to the owners.
Response: A copy of the transmittal letter sent to the adjoining riparian property owners is
attached (Section 5). The package was sent via certified mail (receipts enclosed) to these
landowners. We will forward to you any comments that may be received from those
interested parties.
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6. Additional information required to complete the permitting process includes: Please verify
that the original signed copies of the Major Permit Application were submitted. It appears
that copies were provided. Please submit the needed original documentation.
Response: The attached applications contain original signatures.
Please feel free to give me a call at [phone] if you have any questions on the enclosed
information. We look forward to working with you through the review process. Thank you in
advance for your consideration in this matter.
Very truly yours,
VANASSE HANGEN BRUSTLIN, INC.
Chris Frye
Senior Project Manager
cc:
Mr. Daniel Scanlon II, Currituck County
Ms. Edna Baden, Whalehead Club

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Section 1: CAMA Application (MP-1, MP-2,
and MP-3)

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111rdor Development Permit
(last revlssd 12/27106)
North Carolina DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
1. Primary Applicant/ Landowner Information
Business Name Project Name (if applicable)
Currituck County Beach Properties Whalehead Club Sustainable Shoreline Stabilization and
Currituck County Habitat Enhancement Project
Applicant 1: First Name MI Last Name
Daniel F. Scanlon II
Applicant 2: First Name MI Last Name
If additional applicants, please attach an additional page(s) with names listed.
Mailing Address PO Box City State
9 Currituck NC
ZIP Country Phone No. FAX No.
27929 252 - 232 - 2075 ext. 2-232 -3551
Street Address (if different from above) City State ZIP
153 Courthouse Road urrituck NC 27929
Email
[e-mail]
2. Agent/Contractor Information
Business Name
Vanasse Hangen Brustlin, Inc. (Vhb)
Agent/ Contractor 1: First Name
Chris MI Last Name
Frye
Agent/ Contractor 2: First Name MI Last Name
Mailing Address
351 McLaws Circle, Suite 3 PO Box City
Williamsburg State
VA
ZIP
23185 Phone No.1
757 - 220 - 0500 ext. Phone No.. 2
757 - 503 - 3796 ext.
FAX No.
757 220 8544 Contractor #
Street Address (if different from above) City State ZIP
Email
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Form DCM MP-1 (Page 3 of 6)
APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
3. Project Location
County (can be multiple) Street Address State Rd. #
Currituck 1100 Club Road
Subdivision Name City State Zip
Corolla NC 27927-
Phone No, Lot No.(s) (d many, attach additional page with list)
- - ext. 56D, , ,
a. In which NC river basin is the project located? b.. Name of body of water nearest to proposed project
Pasquotank Whalehead Bay
c. Is the water body identified in (b) above, natural or manmade? d. Name the closest major water body to the proposed project site.
NNatural ?Manmade ?Unknown Currituck Sound
e. Is proposed work within city limits or planning jurisdiction? f. If applicable, list the planning jurisdiction or city limit the proposed
?Yes ?No . work falls within..
Currituck County
4. Site Description -
a. Total length of shoreline on the tract (ft.) b. Size of entire tract (sq.ft.)
3,550 1,087,693
c. Size of individual lot(s) d.. Approximate elevation of tract above NHW (normal high water) or
NWL (normal water level)
(If many lot sizes, please attach additional page with a list) 3.5' to 4.0' ?NHW or ®NWL
e. Vegetation on tract
Existing vegetation includes Spartina cynosuroides (big cordgrass), Baccharis halimifolia (groundsel tree), Phragmites
australis (common reed), Scirpus pungens (common threesgaure). Polygonum spp. (smartweed), Solidago sempervirens
(seaside goldenrod), and Typha angustifolia (narrow leaf cattail)
U Man-made features and uses now on tract
The Whalehead Club property contains a small, man-made boat basin with two T-head docks and associated boat slips.
The property also has a fixed dock and public boat launch facility on the western shoreline on Currituck Sound. Upland
improvements include the historic house, driveway, parking areas, and pedestrian bridge that connects to the northern
property limits where the Wildlife Center is located. The historic property is a part of the Currituck Heritage Park.
g. Identify and describe the existing land uses adjacent to the proposed project site.
Property located to the north is owned by the State of North Carolina and is associated with the Corolla lighthouse and
keepers house. This parcel extends from the seaside to the sound and is undeveloped except for the lighthouse
improvements. Currituck County also owns a 4.85-acre parcel between NC 12 and proposed project site that is currently in
open space. To the east-southeast of the project site is the Corrola Light residential development. Single-family lots and
community association property are located adjacent to the project site.
h. How does local government zone the tract? i. Is the proposed project consistent with the applicable zoning?
R01 (Attach zoning compliance certificate, if applicable)
®Yes ?No ?NA
j.. Is the proposed activity part of an urban waterfront redevelopment proposal? ?Yes NNo
k. Has a professional archaeological assessment been done for the tract? If yes, attach a copy. ?Yes NNo ?NA
If yes, by whom?
1. Is the proposed project located in a National Registered Historic District or does it involve a NYes ?No ?NA
National Register listed or eligible property?
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Form DCM MP-1 (Page 4 of 6)
APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
m. (i) Are there wetlands on the site? ?Yes ®No
(ii) Are there coastal wetlands on the site? ®Yes ?No
(iii) If yes to either (i) or (ii) above, has a delineation been conducted? ®Yes ?No
(Attach documentation, if available)
n. Describe existing wastewater treatment facilities.
Existing drainfield at Corolla Light handles wasterwater generated by the Whalehead Club.
o. Describe existing drinking water supply source..
Drinking water is supplied by Currituck County.
p.. Describe existing storm water management or treatment systems.
Portions of the upland drain into a BMP facility constructed on the western side of the Club. The majority of the property is
vegetated in Bermuda grass that slopes towards the adjacent waterbodies.
5. Activities and Impacts
a. Will the project be for commercial, public, or private uses ?Commercial ®Public/Govemment
?Private/Community
b. Give a brief description of purpose, use, and daily operations of the project when complete.
The current uses and daily operations at the Whalehead Club property will continue into the future. The proposed shoreline
stabilization measures will provide long-term protection for the property and improve the riparian habitat through the
development of fringe marshes, or "living shorelines" in areas that are currently covered in broken concrete. The extended
boardwalk from Sta. 24+50 to 27+75 will provide pedestrain access along the inner boat basin to the bridge crossing that
connects with the Wildlife Center.
c_ Describe the proposed construction methodology, types of construction equipment to be used during construction, the number of each type
of equipment and where it is to be stored.
Construction equipment will Include an excavator with an articulated thumb for manipulating quarry stone during construction
of the rock sills and revetment, and a haul truck for moving material from stockpile location to specific work areas along the
shoreline. The bulkhead and boardwalk along the inner boat basin will be constructed using pile driving equipment and hand
tools.
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Form DCM MP-1 (Page 5 of 6)
APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
d.. List all development activities you propose..
o 8-foot wide timber boardwalk between Sta. 24+50 and 27+75; new 248-foot timber bulkhead between Sta. 24+50 and
27+50 that ties into existing bulkheads and walkways at each end.
o Install approximately 856 feet of riprap sill that will protect existing fringe wetlands and allow for the establishment of new
fringe wetlands..
o Reconstruct approximately 931 feet of existing broken concrete revetement with new riprap armor stone.
o Constuct approximately 600 linear feet of sand dune/berm that will be planted with native grasses.
o Install 880 linear feet of timber bulkhead within the boat basin and along the eastern canal.
o Grade eastern side of canal shoreline and establish vegetative cover
e. Are the proposed activities maintenance of an existing project, new work, or both? both
f. What is the approximate total disturbed land area resulting from the proposed project? 22,461 ®Sq.Ft or []Acres
g. Will the proposed project encroach on any public easement, public accessway or other area ®Yes ?No ?NA
that the public has established use of?
h. Describe location and type of existing and proposed discharges to waters of the state.
N/A
i. Will wastewater or stormwater be discharged into a wetland? ?Yes ?No ®NA
If yes, will this discharged water be of the same salinity as the receiving water? ?Yes ?No ?NA
j. Is there any mitigation proposed? ?Yes ®No ?NA
If yes, attach a mitigation proposal.
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6. Additional Information
In addition to this completed application form, (MP-1) the following items below, if applicable, must be submitted in order for the application
package to be complete:, Items (a);- M are always applicable to any major development application. Please consult the application . '.
instruction booklet on how to properly prepare the required items below.`
a. A project narrative.
b. An accurate, dated work plat (including plan view and cross-sectional drawings) drawn to scale.. Please give the present status of the
proposed project. Is any portion already complete? If previously authorized work, clearly indicate on maps, plats, drawings to distinguish
between work completed and proposed.
c. A site or location map that is sufficiently detailed to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the site..
d. A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other instrument under which the applicant claims title to the affected properties.
e.. The appropriate application fee. Check or money order made payable to DENR.
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APPLICATION for
Major Development Permit
f. A list of the names and complete addresses of the adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners and signed return receipts as proof that such
owners have received a copy of the application and plats by certified mail.. Such landowners must be advised that they have 30 days in
which to submit comments on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal Management..
Name State of North Carolina Phone No.
Address 1321 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC 27699-1321
Name Corolla Light Community Association Phone No..
Address P.O. Box 490, Corolla, NC 27927
Name
Phone No.
Address
g. A list of previous state or federal permits issued for work on the project tract. Include permit numbers, permittee, and issuing dates..
118-03 Major Permit
h. Signed consultant or agent authorization form, if applicable.
L Wetland delineation, if necessary.
J. A signed AEC hazard notice for projects in oceanfront and inlet areas.. (Must be signed by property owner)
k. A statement of compliance with the N.C. Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G..S. 113A 1-10), if necessary. If the project involves expenditure
of public funds or use of public lands, attach a statement documenting compliance with the North Carolina Environmental Policy Act.
7. Certification and Permission to Enter on Land
I understand that any permit issued in response to this application will allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to the conditions and restrictions contained in the permit.
I certify that I am authorized to grant, and do in fact grant permission to representatives of state and federal review agencies to
enter on the aforementioned lands in connection with evaluating information related to this permit application and follow-up
monitoring of the project.
I further certify that the information provided in this application is truthful to the best of my knowledge.
Date Print Name Dan' &carrto
Signature
Please indicate application attachments pertaining to your proposed project.
®DCM MP-2 Excavation and Fill Information ?DCM MP-5 Bridges and Culverts
®DCM MP-3 Upland Development
?DCM MP-4 Structures Information
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EXCAVATION and FILL
(Except for bridges and culverts)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major Permit, Form DCM MP-1. Be sure to complete all other sections of the Joint
Application that relate to this proposed project. Please include all supplemental information.
Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation and/or fill activities. All values should be given in feet.
Access Other
Channel
(NLW or Canal Boat Basin Boat Ramp Rock Groin Rock
Breakwater (excluding
shoreline
NWL stabilization
Length 856' long sill
Width 12' wide sill
Avg. Existing

Depth NA NA
Final Project
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1. EXCAVATION ?This section not applicable

a. Amount of material to be excavated from below NHW or NWL in b. Type of material to be excavated.
cubic yards.. existing broken concrete
200-300
c. (i) Does the area to be excavated include coastal wetlands/marsh d. High-ground excavation in cubic yards.
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB),
or other wetlands (WL). If any boxes are checked, provide the 200-300 c.y. removed behind the proposed sill and existing
number of square feet affected. broken concrete revetment. Excavated area will be sloped
?CW ?SAV ?SB and revegated with native grasses-
?WL ®None
(ii) Describe the purpose of the excavation in these areas:
Installation of sill structure and wetland terrace requires removal
of the existing broken concrete revetment.
12. DISPOSAL OF EXCAVATED MATERIAL -
?This section hot applicable
a. Location of disposal area. b. Dimensions of disposal area.
Portions of the excavated broken concrete will be TBD
pulverized and used as core material within the sill
structure. Any excess material will be hauled offsite for
disposal, or utilized as recyled aggregrate material.
c. (i) Do you claim title to disposal area? d.. (i) Will a disposal area be available for future maintenance?
?Yes ?No ENA ?Yes ®No ?NA
(ii) If no, attach a letter granting permission from the owner (ii) If yes, where?
e. (i) Does the disposal area include any coastal wetlands/marsh f. (i) Does the disposal include any area in the water?
(CW), submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB), ®Yes ?No ?NA
or other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected. (ii) If yes, how much water area is affected?
?CW ?SAV ?SB Material reused as core material in the sill will cover
?WL ?None approximately 4,300 square feet.
(ii) Describe the purpose of disposal in these areas:
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3. SHORELINE STABILIZATION ?Thissection not applicable
(if development is a wood groin, use MP-4 Structures)
a.. i ype or snoreune staomzation:
®Bulkhead ®Riprap OBreakwater/Sill ?Other:
c. Average distance waterward of NHW or NWL: 6' sill structure; 3'
revetment structure; 0' bulkhead
e. Type of stabilization material:
Bulkhead will be constructed from pressure-treated wood.
Riprap sill and revetment will be constructed from granite quarry
stone.
g. Number of square feet of fill to be placed below water level.
Bulkhead backfill 1.000 Riprap 5.586 (revetment)
Breakwater/Sill 3,500( sill Other
Source of fill material.
commercially available stone and sand
b. Length: 856' sill. 931' revetment. 880' bulkhead
Width: 12' sill. 13' revetment. 1.5' bulkhead
d. Maximum distance waterward of NHW or NWL: 12' (end of sill
near Sta. 16+00)
f. (i) Has there been shoreline erosion during preceding 12
months?
®Yes ?No ?NA
(ii) If yes, state amount of erosion and source of erosion amount
information.
Based on visual observations the property has experienced
approximately 5 to 12 feet of bank erosion in areas that are
currently unprotected along the sound. Unprotected banks
within the boat basin and canals are eroding at a lower rate,
approximately 1 - 2 feet over a 12 month period.
h. Type of fill material.
granite stone and sand
4. OTHER FILL ACTIVITIES
(Excluding Shoreline Stabilization)
a. (i) Will fill material be brought to the site? ?Yes ?No ?NA b.
If yes,
(ii) Amount of material to be placed in the water
(iii) Dimensions of fill area
(iv) Purpose of fill
(i) Will fill material be placed in coastal wetlands/marsh (CW),
submerged aquatic vegetation (SAV), shell bottom (SB), or
other wetlands (WL)? If any boxes are checked, provide the
number of square feet affected..
?CW ?SAV ?SB
?WL ?None
(ii) Describe the purpose of the fill in these areas:
5. GENERAL
a.. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site and erosion b.. What type of construction equipment will be used (e.g., dragline,
controlled? backhoe, or hydraulic dredge)?
Sand fill will be graded to 10:1 slope behind the sill structure and Excavator, haul truck
within pocket beach area. Wetland plantings will be installed on
1.5' centers to stabilize planting zone.,
c. (i) Will navigational aids be required as a result of the project?
?Yes NNo ?NA
(ii) If yes, explain what type and how they will be implemented.
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d. (i) Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment to project
site? ?Yes ONo ?NA
(ii) If yes, explain steps that will be taken to avoid or minimize
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Form DCM MP-3
UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
(Construction and/or land disturbing activities)
Attach this form to Joint Application for CAMA Major Permit, Form DCM MP-1. Be sure to complete all other sections of the Joint
Application that relate to this proposed project. Please include all supplemental information.
GENERAL UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
a. Type and number of buildings, facilities, units or structures b. Number of lots or parcels.
proposed.
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A single length of new boardwalk is proposed between the
existing dock facilities and the bridge crossing that leads
over to the Wildlife Center.
c. Density (give the number of residential units and the units per
acre).
There are no residential unts on this property.
e. If the proposed project will disturb more than one acre of land, the
Division of Land Resources must receive an erosion and
sedimentation control plan at least 30 days before land-disturbing
activity begins.
(i) If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion control plan been
submitted to the Division of Land Resources?
?Yes ?No ®NA
(ii) If yes, list the date submitted:
d, Size of area to be graded, filled, or disturbed including roads,
ditches, etc.
8-foot wide by 275-foot long boardwalk will have a 2,200
square foot footprint
f. List the materials (such as marl, paver stone, asphalt, or concrete)
to be used for impervious surfaces..
boardwalk to be constructed from treated timber materials
g. Give the percentage of the tract within the coastal shoreline AEC to h.. Projects that require a CAMA Major Development Permit may also
be covered by impervious and/or built-upon surfaces, such as require a Stormwater Certification.
pavement, building, rooftops, or to be used for vehicular driveways (i) Has a site development plan been submitted to the Division of
or parking.
Water Quality for review?
Proposed boardwalk will cover blank percent of the total ?Yes ®No ?NA
AEC
(ii) If yes, list the date submitted:
I. Give the percentage of the entire tract to be covered by impervious
and/or built-upon surfaces, such as pavement, building, rooftops,
or to be used for vehicular driveways or parking.
Existing impervious facilities and the proposed boardwalk
cover blank % of the entire tract
j. Describe proposed method of sewage disposal.
No changes are proposed to the existing system
k. Have the facilities described in Item (i) received state or local
approval?
?Yes ?No ®NA
If yes, attach appropriate documentation.
L Describe location and type of proposed discharges to waters of the m. Does the proposed project include an innovative stormwater
state (e.g., surface runoff, sanitary wastewater, industrial/ design?
commercial effluent, "wash down" and residential discharges). ?Yes ?No ®NA
No stormwater discharges are proposed.. If yes, attach appropriate documentation.
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m.. Describe proposed drinking water supply source (e..g., well,
community, public system, etc..)
Existing water supply within Corolla..
o.. When was the lot(s) platted and recorded?
There is no plat available. The attached exhibit entitled
"Corolla Light" dated 4/20/88, depicts the property
boundary as it is known to exist. Property was deeded
to the County in 1992.
n. (i) Will water be impounded? ?Yes ®No ?NA
(ii) If yes, how many acres?
p. If proposed development is a subdivision, will additional utilities be
installed for this upland development?
?Yes ?No ®NA
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Section 2: Project Drawings (C-1 Existing
Conditions, C-2 Proposed Plan, and C-3 Cross
Sections)
Section 3: Project Narrative
PROJECT NARRATIVE
WHALEHEAD CLUB - COROLLA
SHORELINE PROTECTION PROJECT
The Whalehead Club is located on Currituck County property, situated along the eastern shoreline of
Currituck Sound within the northeast corner of Whale Head Bay. The approximate 25-acre parcel, known
as Currituck Heritage Park, is comprised of two separate areas. The first area is an I I-acre island-like
feature where the historic Whalehead Club house is located (Section 2, Sheet C- I & C-2). The remaining
14-acres are dedicated to parking, open-space, and the newly constructed North Carolina Wildlife Resource
Commission's Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education (Wildlife Center). These two areas are
physically separated by canals and a boat basin that were excavated in the 1920'x, with the excavated
material being used as till during the construction of the Whalehead Club residence and grounds. The
original owner also constructed an airplane runway out into Whale Head Bay. A small segment of the
runway remains today.
The subject of the attached CAMA application and drawings (C-I thru C-3) is specific to the immediate
shoreline surrounding the I 1-acre, Whalehead Club house property. The following is a brief description of
the existing conditions and proposed improvements along the approximate 3,550 linear feet of shoreline that
can be seen on the attached drawings.
EXISTING CONDITIONS
Interior Shoreline - Boat Basin: At the northwest corner of the island is an inlet or channel that provides
ingress/egress for boats utilizing the inner boat basin. An existing, elevated timber bridge provides
pedestrian access in this area between the Whalehead Club and the Wildlife Center to the north. The
shoreline in this location is hardened with a timber bulkhead that extents westward from the bridge for
approximately 150 feet, and eastward into the boat basin for approximately 35 feet. No work is being
proposed to this bulkhead. The eastern shoreline beyond the bulkhead terminus and between the dock
facilities is characterized by unstable soils, susceptible to repeated wetting, drying and sloughing. An
eroded bank face exists on this section of shoreline (approximately 250 linear feet) with erosion rates likely
in the range of 0.5 feet, or less, per year (based on visual observations over a 24-month period).
Bulkheading is being proposed for this area (see Photo A below). The only mapped CAMA wetland in
this area is located just east of the bridge structure, where a small pocket of Spartina alterniflora (smooth
cordgrass) is located. Impacts to this wetland are being avoided by aligning the bulkhead landward of the
vegetation.
Photo A: Interior boat basin shoreline
with eroding edge. Note pedestrian
bridge and Wildlife Center in the
background, looking north. Water
level at time of photograph was
approximately normal.

A 280-foot section of timber bulkhead can be found along the shoreline that backs the existing dock facility
(see Photo B). This bulkhead extends around the northeastern point of the island, just past another existing
pedestrian bridge structure. No work is being proposed to this bulkhead, except for the western 65 feet
• of the wall where a new boardwalk and section of replacement bulkhead is proposed.
Photo B: Existing
bulkhead adjacent to dock
facility. Note live oak
tree specimens and their
proximity to existing
bulkhead.
Interior Shoreline - Canal: The eastern boundary of the island is formed by a narrow, man-made canal that
is bisected by Club Road. The northern canal segment has unprotected shorelines on both sides that exhibit
low to moderate erosion conditions (see Photo Q. The western canal shoreline, however, has several large
Quercus virginiaua (live oak) trees that arc positioned on the bank edge with exposed root systems. The
eastern canal shoreline is adjacent to an open grassed area or field used for overflow parking and special
events. No CAMA wetlands were found within this canal system. The southern canal segment is similar to
the northern, except the eastern shoreline is already stabilized with a timber bulkhead. The majority of this
existing bulkhead runs along the Corolla Light Community Association property. The western shoreline is
characterized by an eroding bank adjacent to an open grass held. The southern end of the canal system has
a small stand of pines on the western shoreline.
Photo C: Eastern canal with
eroding banks on east and west
shorelines. Photo taken from
Club Road looking north at the
Corolla Lighthouse. Bulkhead
proposed on the left (west) bank.

Wave driven erosive forces are minimal within the canal system given the limited fetch exposure in this area
and no boat traffic. Erosion can be attributed to over steepened, erodible soils that are continually exposed
to wetting and drying, resulting in bank sloughing.

Exterior Shoreline - Currituck Sound: The majority of the existing shoreline along the sound, beginning in
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concrete. These materials were placed in a non-uniform manner with varying angles of repose, structure
thickness, and horizontal distribution (see Photo D). Although this existing concrete debris has provided
increased erosion protection, the structure is considered as non-sustainable, provides limited
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of broken concrete debris
found along the southern
shoreline. Photo taken
looking westward across the
sound.

habitat value, and has few aesthetic qualities. Structural solutions are necessary in this location due to the 5
to 15 mile fetch across the sound. Long fetch distances and the potential for increased water depths during
storm events can lead to significant episodes of wave energy and erosion conditions. Fluctuations in
Currituck Sound water surface elevation were documented by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in Duck,
NC, with annual spikes cresting more than 1.5 feet above the normal water level (see Figure 1). In 1999,
Hurricane Floyd caused the sound's water surface elevation to increase between 4.0-4.5 feet above the
normal water surface elevation.
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Patches of CAMA wetlands are located within the existing broken concrete along the southern shoreline.
Species such as Spartina cynosuroides (giant cordgrass) and Scirpus pungens (bulrush) are scattered within
the matrix of concrete revetment. On the western-facing shoreline there are more extensive stands of
CAMA wetlands comprised of Typha spp. (cattail), giant cordgrass, and Salidago sempervirons (seaside
goldenrod).
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
Interior Shoreline - Boat Basin: Approximately 312 linear feet of timber bulkhead is proposed along the
currently eroding shoreline west of the boat basin dock facility (see Section 2, Sheet C-2). The bulkhead
alignment will closely follow the existing eroded bank face, with a channelward encroachment of no more
than three feet from the top of bank. The small patch of smooth cordgrass located near Sta. 25+00 will not
be impacted by the bulkhead placement, since the wall will be positioned landward of these CAMA
wetlands.
Replacement bulkhead will be installed between Sta. 27+00 and 27+65 since a new boardwalk extension is
proposed from the dock facility to the pedestrian bridge at Sta. 24+40. The alignment of the 8-foot wide
boardwalk has been shifted channelward to avoid impacting several large live oak trees located close to the
shoreline between Sta. 27+00 and 27+40. As a result, the outer edge of the proposed 8-foot wide
boardwalk extends channelward (approximately 3-foot overhang) from the existing bulkhead in this
location. It was determined that a 65-foot segment of replacement bulkhead would provide proper support
for this segment of new boardwalk and serve as advance bulkhead replacement work, given the age of the
existing timber structure.
The proposed 8-foot wide, timber boardwalk would extend and provide a complete pedestrian connection
around the boat basin by linking the existing walkway at the dock facility to the bridge crossing. The 346-
foot long walkway would be constructed flush with the bulkhead cap and sit just above existing ground
elevation. No CAMA wetlands or trees would be impacted by the boardwalk.
Interior Shoreline - Canal: Approximately 632 linear feet of new bulkhead is proposed to stabilize the
western shoreline of the canal system (see Section 2, Sheet C-2). The bulkhead alignment will closely
follow the existing eroded bank face, with a channelward encroachment of no more than three feet from the
bank. However, the bulkhead would extend up to five feet channelward of the bank where existing mature
live oaks are located along the edge of bank. The additional encroachment in these areas would allow for
increased construction access and provide space for placing additional soil medium around the exposed root
system of the live oaks.
One section of eroding canal shoreline along the eastern bank is proposed to be graded back on an 8:1
(H:V) slope and replanted with various wetland and high marsh plant species. This method of stabilization
should prove effective given the low-energy environment within the eastern canal system.
Exterior Shoreline - Currituck Sound: A significant portion of the southern shoreline improvements can be
described as replacement and upgrade of the existing broken concrete. A new riprap revetment will be
installed just channelward of the existing broken concrete. The face of the existing broken concrete will be
re-graded to create a uniform sloped surface prior to the application of geotextile material and armor stone
layers. Two interlocking layers of armor stone will be installed on a 2:1 (H:V) slope. A 5-foot wide splash
apron beginning at the revetment crest (+3.5' normal water level) will be constructed as part of the
improvements. Landward of the revetment, sand fill will be placed in the configuration of a small coastal
dune feature that will provide increased habitat and aesthetic benefits. The proposed dune will be vegetated
primarily with Spartina patens (saltmeadow hay).
In addition to the revetment treatment, sill structures are being proposed along the sound shoreline that will
allow for the creation of wetland planting terraces. The wetland terrace will be created by completely
removing portions of the broken concrete debris, installing a sandy planting medium, and planting emergent
wetland sprigs behind the protective sill structure. The sill will be constructed from quarry stone with two
interlocking layers of armor stone. The sill core will be constructed from salvaged broken concrete
materials, with any un-used concrete material being disposed of offsite. The sill crest height is proposed to
be +3.0 (normal water level), which is approximately 1.5' above the average annual storm surge elevations
(see Figure 1). Waves generated during these frequent events will encounter the proposed sill structure,
which is designed to protect the proposed wetland terrace and adjacent upland.
There are portions of the western sound shoreline that will remain in their current condition, with no
proposed improvements. Sill structures were considered between Sta. 17+50 and 19+50, but submerged
aquatic vegetation (SAV) was observed very close to the shoreline in this area. In an effort to avoid and
minimize impacts to this resource, no erosion control treatments are being proposed.
SUMMARY
The proposed erosion control treatments have been located to avoid and minimize impacts to CAMA
wetlands and SAV resources. Vegetated impacts that would occur are due to several small patches of
vegetation growing within the matrix of the existing broken concrete. In addition, the largest impact occurs
near Sta. 17+00 where a terminal sill is proposed. This sill was considered critical and necessary since the
upland "necks" down to a fairly narrow strip of land. The terminal sill will help prevent future erosion in
this area by maintaining the proposed shoreline configuration and wetland plantings planned for this area.
Total impacts to CAMA wetlands are estimated to be approximately 518 square feet.
The proposed project includes the creation of approximately 12,000 square feet of coastal dune habitat and
the enhancement and creation of 8,000 square feet of emergent wetlands. The created/enhancement areas
are much larger in size than the fragmented impact areas and will provide increased habitat value along this
reach of shoreline.

Section 4: Property Boundary Information
Section 5: Adjacent Property Owner
Notificaiton
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Vanasse Haneen Brustlin, Tnr
January 12, 2009
State of North Carolina SENT CERTIFIED MAIL-
1321 Mail Service Center RETURN RECEIPT
Raleigh, NC 27699
Re: The Whalehead Club, Currituck Heritage Park: Sustainable Shoreline Stabilization
Project - Notification
To Whom It May Concern,
Currituck County is proposing to install various shoreline erosion improvements and a new timber
boardwalk around a portion of the boat basin at the Heritage Park in Corolla. The Currituck County
GIS property owner information lists you as being immediately adjacent to this project, therefore, we
are advising you of this project. Attached are copies of the entire application and supporting
drawings describing the work to be done.
If you have any questions about the details of this project, please feel free to contact me at 757-220-
0500. If we do not hear from you by January 27, 2009, we will assume that you have no objections to
the project. Thank you in advance for your consideration in this matter.
Very truly yours,
VANASSE HANGEN BRUSTLIN, INC.
Chris Frye
Senior Project Manager
cc:
Mr. Daniel Scanlon H, Currituck County
Ms. Edna Baden, Whalehead Club
Mr. Ron Renaldi, CAMA
351 McLaws Circle, Suite 3
Williamsburg, Virginia 23185-6316
757.220.0500 ¦ FAX [phone]
email: [e-mail]
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Corolla Light Community Association SENT CERTIFIED MAIL -
P.O. Box 490 RETURN RECEIPT
Corolla, NC 27927
Re: The Whalehead Club, Currituck Heritage Park: Sustainable Shoreline Stabilization
Project - Notification
To Whom It May Concern,
Currituck County is proposing to install various shoreline erosion improvements and a new timber
boardwalk around a portion of the boat basin at the Heritage Park in Corolla. The Currituck County
GIS property owner information lists you as being immediately adjacent to this project, therefore, we
are advising you of this project. Attached are copies of the entire application and supporting
drawings describing the work to be done.
If you have any questions about the details of this project, please feel free to contact me at 757220-
0500. If we do not hear from you by January 27, 2009, we will assume that you have no objections to
the project. Thank you in advance for your consideration in this matter.
Very truly yours,
VANASSE HANGEN BRUSTLIN, INC.
Chris Frye
Senior Project Manager
cc:
Mr. Daniel Scanlon H, Currituck County
Ms. Edna Baden, Whalehead Club
Mr. Ron Renaldi, CAMA
351 McLaws Circle, Suite 3
Williamsburg, Virginia 23185-6316
757.220.0500 ¦ FAX [phone]
email: [e-mail]