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)antes B. Hunt, -fr., Governor Jonathan B. Howes, Secretary
26 October 1992
MEMORANDUM
TO: Mr. A. Preston Howard, Acting Director
Division of Environmental Management
FROM: John R. Parker, Chief
Major Permits Processing Section
SUBJECT: CAMA/DREDGE & FILL Permit Application Review
Applicant: The Pelican, Inc./Ervin D. Stahel
Project Location: US 158, Camden Causeway, Elizabeth City, Camden County, Pasquotank
River.
Proposed Project: Construct an additional story to an existing structure which is
entirely over the Pasquotank River.
Please indicate below your agency's position or viewpoint on the proposed project and
return this form by February 5, 1993. If you have any questions regarding the proposed
project, please contact Dennis W. Hawthorn at [phone]. When appropriate, in-
depth comments with supporting data is requested.
REPLY _L/ 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 !a 7?
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To: John Dorney
Planning Branch
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DIVISION OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
CAMA/COE PERMIT APPLICATION REVIEW
WaRO PROJECT # 9 3 -,01 S ` WQ SUPERVISOR : RPE
REVIEWER: SAWYER DATE: o?9 3 /73
WETLAND INFORMATION FOR CENTRAL OFFICE TRACKING
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PERMIT YR: 9? PERMIT NO.:
PROJECT NAME: r'40 PC?-"^
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PROJECT TYPE: ?
PERMIT TYPE: ?' ('AE
COE #: DOT #:
RCD FROM CDA: DCM DATE FROM CDA: ! g g
REG OFFICE: WaRO RIVER AND SUB BASIN #: RAS 5
STREAM OR ADJACENT WATER BODY: a4 ?Z«,...
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CLASS :
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OPEN OR CLOSED:rV ?A-
WL IMPACT: N WL TYPE:
WL REQUESTED: WL ACR EST:
HYDRO CNECT?: WL SCORE:
MITIGATION: MITIGATION TYPE:
MITIGATION SIZE: ING SHEET ATTACHED?
RECOMMENDATION: :SUE ISSUE/COND DENY HOLD ,

STORMWATER PLAN REQ' D : IF YES, DATE APPROVED : /-???E/' `O`ff
PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
TYPE OF DISPOSAL SED:
IS , PROPOSED, SEPTIC TANK ETC.)
TO BE PERMITTED BY:
(DEM, DHS, COUNTY)
IF BY DEM, IS SITE AVAILABLE AND PERMIT ISSUANCE PROBABLE:
WATER/WETLAND FILL
AREA OF FILL: WATER: - b WETLAND: o
IS FILL ELIMINATING A SIGNIFICANT USE?
DREDGING
WATER QUALITY CERT. (401)
CERT. REQ'D: /f
IF YES, TYPE:
SEWAGE DISPOSAL
AREA TO BE DREDGED: ^ 0 --
IS DREDGING ACTIVITY EXPECTED TO CAUSE A SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF
RESOURCE?
IS SPOIL DISPOSAL ADEQUATELY ADDRESSED?
ARE THE FOLLOWING ADEQ;7-rCLOSURE DRESSED?
SEWAGE DISPOSAL: MARINA SERVICES:
OXYGEN IN BASIN: OF SHELLFISHING WATERS:
CC: WaRO; Central Files; DCM Field Offices; COE Washington Office

DIVISION OF ENVIR NMEN', MANAGEMENT
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MEMORANDUM
TO: Bill Moore, Environmental Engineer
Water Quality Section, WaRO
FROM: Deborah Sawyer, Environmental Technician
Water Quality Section, WaRO
SUBJECT: Dredge and Fill Reviews for Stormwater Review
Project:
Project No.: - n j 5?--<
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Date Received: iZZ2
.r-"nmt Date Comment: Lz Description of Project:
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Comments:
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DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
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1. APPLICANT'S NAME: The Pelican, Inc./Ervin D. Stahel
2. LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: US 158, Camden Causeway, Elizabeth City, Camden County,
Pasquotank River.
Photo Index - 1989: 26-1 1984: 122-747 E 16
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2821550 Y: 939500
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 12/29/92
Was Applicant Present - Yes
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - December 17, 1992
Office - Elizabeth City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Elizabeth City
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PT, EW
(C) Water Dependent: No
(D) Intended Use: Commercial
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City Sewer
Planned - None
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Marina, supplies store
Planned - Expansion of store, provision for dock master, customer
lounge, and overnight apartment
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: 3 ft.
Source - Previous application
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED PTT.T .P-n
n1ruipl?
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
N/A
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
N/A
(C) Other
N/A
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: N/A
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: Applicant proposes to construct an additional story to an existing structure
which is entirely over the Pasquotank River.
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The Pelican, Inc.
Bio Report
Page Two
Site Description
The applicant is an existing marina located along Hwy 158 on
the Camden Causeway, Elizabeth City, Camden County on the
Pasquotank River. The applicant owns approximately 3/4 of an acre
bordering the Pasquotank River (classified as SC by NC DEM).
Very little shoreline exists which has not been developed at
the site, therefore, little wetland vegetation remains. Some
remaining Bald Cypress do exist near the periphery of the site.
The marina, originally constructed in 1958, consists of a retail
sales building (80' X 401), a storage building (25' X 251), two
marine fueling stations, two boat ramps, two piers (one at 170'
length and one at 220' length) and a total of 54 wet slips along
the two piers. The applicant currently proposes to replace the
roof of an existing non-conforming structure (sales building) and
add an additional story to the structure. This additional area
would be used for a combination of uses including enlargment of the
store area, providing a customer lounge and over-night stay
facility.
Anticipated Impacts
The current proposed addition would be constructed within the
existing footprint of the structure in question. Two thirds of the
proposed addition would be used for enlarging the existing marina
store and adding a boating customer lounge area. The remaining 1/3
area would be used as a dock master's apartment a'nd over-nite stay
over facitity for boaters using the marina. The proposed structure
would not increase shallow water habitat shading and should not
have any additional adverse impacts to water quality or wetland
habitat.
CAMA Review
The proposed development site is located in Elizabeth City.
The Elizabeth City Land Use Plan classifies this area as the
Causeway Conservation Area. This proposed structure modification
involves Public Trust Waters, Estuarine Waters and Estuarine
Shoreleine AEC's. Under its policies for these AEC's, Elizabeth
City generally recognizes the ecological and recreational
importance of these AEC's. Future growth in these areas is limited
"to the extent possible". At the same time, the City "recognizes
the tourist and recreational potential that its designated natural
and fragile ares hold and will protect and enhance them
accordingly". The Causeway Conservation classsification calls for
"group or cluster uses which support and complement each other in
use and water orientation" and the City allows those uses which are

The Pelican, Inc.
Bio Report
Page Three
identified in the Causeway Mixed
ordinance. As part of an overall
development fits the type of use
use plan.
Ise District of its
marina operation,
contemplated by the
zoning
the proposed
City's land
The existing structure is a non-conforming non-water dependent
structure. This structure was constructed prior to CAMA and is
considered to be a "Grandfathered" structure. The proposed
addition, although not increasing any adverse impacts to habitat,
is considered to be a non-water dependent. There is no current
evidence of any archelogical or historical resources in the
vicinity of this proposed development. The proposed addition to
this structure would not require any ground disturbance.
Submitted by: Dennis Hawthorn
Date: January 15, 1993
Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
-don, filling, paving, land clearing, and stormwater con-
trol. If the requested information is not relevant to your
project, write N/A (not applicable). Items 14 arid 8-9
must be completed for all projects.
1 APPLICANT
a. Name The Pelican, Inc.
Address 43 Camden Causeway
City Elizabeth CitvState NC
Zip 27909 Dayphone 919-335-5108
x Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Project name (if any) The Pelican Marina
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address.
Ervin D. Stahel
P.O. Box 214
Camden; NC 27921
2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. Street address or secondary road number
US 158/NC 34
If you plan to build a marina, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of in REG
existing project, new work, or both?
Both e 1 j
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
Commercial
d. Describe the planned use of the project.
Current building roof is in need of
repair and existing marine store
square footage restricts retail ex-
pansion. Roof is to be replaced with
a more aesthetic structure. The 2nd
f l nor cpaca wa l ri he lif i 1 i za 911 for
4 LAND AND WATER marine. Store/Boating
area. an
CHARACTERISTICS forn1 ap
artment for
3/4 acre use o owner/doc
a. Size of entire tract m & } ^ r ,etc
b. Size of individual lot(s)
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum '
+5 ft.
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract ,
-Sandy - Clay
e. Vegetation on tract Native lawn grass
b. City, town, community, or landmark
Elizabeth City/Camden Causeway f.
c. County Camden
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction?_ Yes - Elizabeth City
e. Name of body of water nearest project
Pasguotank River
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
a. Describe all development activities you propose (for
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead,
or, ter). Remove and replace roof of
40 x 80-marine retail store and
ad second floor
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Man-made features now on tract Marina building,
storage shed, 2 piers, fuel pumps.
What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
IL How is the tract zoned by local government?
Commercial
i. How are adjacent waters classified?
sC
j. Has a professional archaeological survey been
carried out for the tract? NO If so, by whom?

.. 6, UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project Includes any land
development.
a. Type And mimbet of buildings, facilities, or
structutesproposed
b. Number of lots or parcels
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
units per acre.)
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed
e. If the proposed project w10 disturb more than one
acre of land, the Divisloh bf Land Resources must
tecelve an erosion And sedimentation control plan at
least 30 days before land disturbing activity begins.
If applicable, has a Sedimitntation and erosion
control plan been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources?
M. Water supply sodtea
n. It the project is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that W19 be taken to maintain establlshed
public beach accessways or provide tie* access.
o. if the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
elevation above theAn sea level of the fitst habitable
floor?
a 1EXCAVATION AND PILL
INFORMATION
f. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
mean high water to be covered by Impermeable
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops.
g. List the materials, such as Marl, paver stone, asphalt,
or concrete, to be used for paved surfaces.
h. If applicable, has A stormWater management plan
been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management?
1. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste
water treatment facilities.
J. Have these facilities received state or local approval?
It. Describe existing treatment facilities.
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (for example, surface runoff, sanitary
to n'). Winddstrial/commerclal effluent, "wash

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a. Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation
or fill activities (excluding bulkheads, Which are
Covered In Section 7).
Access channel
(MLW) or (NWL)
host basin
Other (break-
water, pier,
boat ramp,
rock jetty)
Fill placed in
wetland or below
MHW
Upland fill
areas
Length Width Depth
b. Amount of material to be excavated from below
water level in cubic yards
c. Type of material
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
swamps, or other Wetlands?
t. High ground txcavation, in cubic yards
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f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area
g. Location of spoil disposal area
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area?
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
I.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance?
If so, where?
J. Does the disposal area include any marshland,
swamps, or water areas?
k. Will the fill material be placed below mean high
water?
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards
in. Type of fill material
n. Source of fill material
o. Will fill material be placed on marsh or other
wetlands?
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled?
r. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment
to project site? If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts.
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Length of bulkhead or riprap
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or
normal waterle4el
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
feet
d. Type of bulkhead material
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be placed below
mean high water
f. Type of fill material
8 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
In addition to the completed application form, the follow-
ing items must be submitted:
A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other
instrument under which the applicant claims title to the
affected property. It the applicant is not claiming to be
the owner of said property, then forward a copy of the
deed or other instrument under which the owner claims
title, plus written permission from the owner to cant' out
the project.
An accurate work plat (including plan view and cross
sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
Commission Rule W.0203 for a detailed description.)
Please note that original drawings are preferred and
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if 18 high
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
the like.,
A stormwater management plan, if applicable, that
may have been developed in consultation with the
Division of Environmental Management.
A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of
that opportunity.
I RECEIVED
DIG 17 '92
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Name Clarence & Cathv*Munden
Address Box 35 Camden Causeway
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
" Name _City Manager
Address City of Elizabeth City
P.O. Box 34 .
Elizabeth y, NC 279og
Name
Address
A list of prtvloits state of federal permits Issued tot
work on the project tract. Include permit numbers,
9 CPEpTIFICATION ANb I NIMISSION
To r=NTF-h 6N LAW
Any permit Issued hi tesponse to this Application *19
allow only the devtlopment described In the application
The project will brL subject to conditions And restrictions
cbntained in the pettnit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies With the State of North Carolina's ap-
proved Coastal Management Program and will be con-
ducted in 9 tit annet t:ohsistent With such program.
permittee, and Issuing dates. I further certify that l Am authorized to grant, and do in
13-82 Pelican Marina 2 / 3 / 8 2 , 13-82 fact, grant permission to representatives of state and
Pelican Marina 2/11/83, 13-82 Pelican federal review agencies to enter on the Atotementioned
Marina 5/9/84, 158-87 Ervin stahel lands In connection *Ithevaluating iit'ottnationtelaied
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Environment , health, and Natural Resources to cover
the costs of processing the application.
A signed AEC hazard hotict for projects in oceanfront
and inlet areas.
A statetnt ht bh the ttse of pilblic funds. If the project
involves the expenditure otpublic funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the North Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.O.S. I I3A-1 to 10).
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withing'r,liiAb6th City city limits.
2. 19,990 Total 'sq: ft ' existing parking area.
3. dne 40'.;x'80':marine retail building and
one x 25' storage building
(both. oh -pilings over water)
4. One 200'.' x 13 ' pier ands one 171' x B' pier
j with 50,boat slipiq
5. Facility,:currintly has city water and
sewer:
b. The regUested' marine retail building
modificationmould involve no changes to
existing;pilings in the river nor increase
in ?ioriintl; feint of coverage over the
water.: ;i7he ;i^ it fnc?dificetion would result
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO January 22, 1993
Regulatory Branch
Action ID. 199101521
Mr. Ervin D. Stahel
The Pelican, Incorporated
Poist Office Box 214
Camden, North Carolina 27921
Dear Mr. Stahel:
JAN 2' 6 I9Z
On February 11, 1991, we renewed general permit No. CESAW-CO80-N-000-0291
(copy enclosed), which provides Federal authorization for construction
activities that receive authorization from the State of North Carolina.
A review of your application received January 19, 1993, for a modification
to your Department of the Army permit which authorizes construction and
backfill of a bulkhead and the placement of fill material in a manmade canal
on the Pasquotank River, Elizabeth City, Camden County, North Carolina,
indicates it to be a candidate for Federal authorization under this general
permit. This modification is to construct an additional story on an existing
structure over the Pasquotank River. Accordingly, the administrative
processing of your application will be accomplished by the North Carolina
Division of Coastal Management. Comments from Federal review agencies will be
furnished to the State.
If your application must be withdrawn from this general permit process for
any reason, you will be informed regarding its further management. If there
are no unresolved differences in State-Federal positions or policies, the
final action taken on your application by the State will result in your
receiving written notice from us that your application is consistent with the
general permit and you may commence your activity. Only after receiving such
confirmation should you begin work.
Your application, pursuant to Section 10 of the River and Harbor Act, has
been assigned Action ID No. 199101521 and will be coordinated by Ms. Laura
Fogo in our Washington Field Office. She is available at telephone (919)
975-3609.
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch
Enclosure

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Copies Furnished (without enclosure):
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
fir. John Dorney
Water Quality Section
Division of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Larry Hardy'
National Marine Fisheries Service
Habitat Conservation Division
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. Thomas Welborn, Chief
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency - Region IV
Wetlands Regulatory Unit
345 Courtland Street, NE.
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. David Griffin
Elizabeth City Regional Office
North Carolina Division of
Coastal Management
1367 U.S. Highway 17 South
Elizabeth City, North Carolina 27909

DIVISION OF COASTAL MANAGEMENT
FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT
1. APPLICANT'S NAME: The Pelican, Inc./Ervin D. Stahel
2. LOCATION OF.PROJECT SITE: US 158, Camden Causeway, Elizabeth City, Camden County,
Pasquotank River.
Photo Index - 1989: 26-1 1984: 122-747 E 16
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2821550 Y: 939500
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA $t 1 (?
4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 12/29/92 ( JAS 2 199
Was Applicant Present Yes Ll?uj
WULANDS GROUP
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - December 17, 992 _WATER QUALITY SECTION
Office - Elizabeth City v_
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Elizabeth City
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PT, EW
(C) Water Dependent: No
(D) Intended Use: Commercial
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City Sewer
Planned - None
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Marina, supplies store
Planned - Expansion of store, provision for dock master, customer
^_ing-, and overrirTht apartn,-2nt
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: 3 ft.
Source - Previous application
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FIT.T .FII nIMED
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
N/A
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
N/A
(C) Other
N/A
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: N/A
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: Applicant proposes to construct an additional story to an existing structure
which is entirely over the Pasquotank River.
The Pelican, Inc.
Bio Report
Page Two
Site Description
The applicant is an existing marina located along Hwy 158 on
the Camden Causeway, Elizabeth City, Camden County on the
Pasquotank River. The applicant owns approximately 3/4 of an acre
bordering the Pasquotank River (classified as SC by NC DEM).
Very little shoreline exists which has not been developed at
the site, therefore, little wetland vegetation remains. Some
remaining Bald Cypress do exist near the periphery of the site.
The marina, originally constructed in 1958, consists of a retail
sales building (80' X 401), a storage building (25' X 251), two
marine fueling stations, two boat ramps, two piers (one at 170'
length and one at 220' length) and a total of 54 wet slips along
the two piers. The applicant currently proposes to replace the
roof of an existing non-conforming structure (sales building) and
add an additional story to the structure. This additional area
would be used for a combination of uses including enlargment of the
store area, providing a customer lounge and over-night stay
facility.
Anticipated Impacts
The current proposed addition would be constructed within t4 e
existing footprintthe structurr'in'uestion. Two thirds of th e
proposed addition would be used for enlarging the existing marina
store and adding a boating customer lounge area. The remaining 1/3
area would be used as a dock master's apartment and over-nite stay
over facitity for boaters using the marina. The proposed structure
would not increase shallow water habitat shading and should not
have any additional adverse impacts to water quality or wetland
habitat.
CAMA Review
The proposed development site is located in Elizabeth City.
The Elizabeth City Land Use Plan classifies this area as the
Causeway Conservation Area. This proposed structure modification
involves Public Trust Waters, Estuarine Waters and Estuarine
Shoreleine AEC's. Under its policies for these AEC's, Elizabeth
City generally recognizes the ecological and recreational
importance of these AEC's. Future growth in these areas is limited
"to the extent possible". At the same time, the City "recognizes
the tourist and recreational potential that its designated natural
and fragile ares hold and will protect and enhance then
accordingly". The Causeway Conservation classsification calls for
"group or cluster uses which support and complement each other in
use and water orientation" and the City allows those uses which are
The Pelican, Inc.
Bio Report
Page Three
identified in the Causeway Mixed
ordinance. As part of an overall
development fits the type of use
use plan.
Ise District of its zoning
marina operation, the proposed
contemplated by the City's land
The existing structure is a non-conforming non-water dependent
structure. This structure was constructed prior to CAMA and is
considered to be a "Grandfathered" structure. The proposed
addition, although not increasing any adverse impacts to habitat,
is considered to be a non-water dependent. There is no current
evidence of any archelogical or historical resources in the
vicinity of this proposed development. The proposed addition to
this structure would not require any ground disturbance.
Submitted by: Dennis Hawthorn
Date: January 15, 1993
Please type or print. Carefully describe all anticipated
development activities, including construction, excava-
tion, filling, paving, land clearing, and stormwater con-
trol. If the requested information is not relevant to your
project, write N/A (not applicable). Items 14 and 8-9
must be completed for all projects.
1 APPLICANT
a. Name The Pelican, Inc.
If you plan to build a marina, also complete and
attach Form DCM-MP-2.
b. Is the proposed activity maintenance of An R
existing project, new work, or both? _
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Both r'7
c. Will the project be for community, private, or
commercial use?
Commercial
Address 43 Camden Causewa
City Elizabeth CityStatee NC
Zip 27909 Dayphone 919-335-5108
X Landowner or Authorized agent
b. Project name (if any) The Pelican Marina
c. If the applicant is not the landowner, also give the
owner's name and address.
Ervin D. Stahel
P.0.-Box 214
Camden; NC 27921
2 LOCATION OF PROPOSED
PROJECT
a. Street addressor secondary road number
US 158/NC 34
b. City, town, community, or landmark
_Elizabeth City/Camden Causeway
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d. Describe the planned use of the project.
Current building roof is in new_Qf
repair and existing marine store
square footage restricts retail ex-
pansion. Roof is to be replaced with
a more aesthetic structure. The 2nd
f 1 nor Snare wrni 1(I he uf- i 1 i 7.ocl 2f 3 for
4 LAND AND WATER marine ,e CHARACTERISTICS Lounge area and 1 /
for 1 apartment fc
a. 3/4 acre use of owner/dc
Size of entire tract r *- ^ , e t
b. Size of individual lot(s) N/A
c. Elevation of tract above mean sea level or
National Geodetic Vertical Datum
+5 ft.
d. Soil type(s) and texture(s) of tract
Sandy - Clay
e. Vegetation on tract _ Native lawn grass
c. County _ Camden
d. Is proposed work within city limits or planning
jurisdiction?_ Yes - Elizabeth City
e. Name of body of water nearest project
Pasguotank River
3 DESCRIPTION AND PLANNED USE
OF PROPOSED PROJECT
9.
Man-made features now on tract Marina building-,
storage shed, 2 piers, fuel pumps.
What is the CAMA Land Use Plan Classification of
the site? (Consult the local land use plan.)
Conservation Transitional
Developed Community
Rural Other
h. How is the tract zoned by local government?
Commercial
i. How are adjacent waters classified?
SC
a, Describe all development activities you propose (
% for j. Has a professional archaeological survey been
example, building a home, motel, marina, bulkhead, carried out for the tract? Nd If so, by whom?
or4pier). Remove and replace ronf of
0 x 80 marine retail store and
ad second floor
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S .UPLAND DEVELOPMENT
Complete this section if the project includes any land
development.
A. Type and numberof buildings, facilities, or
structures proposed
b. Number of lots or parcels
c. Density (Give the number of residential units and the
tutits per acre.)
d. Size of area to be graded or disturbed
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.
If applicable, has a sedimentation and erosion
control plan Been submitted to the Division of Land
Resources7
f. Give the percentage of the tract within 75 feet of
mean high water to be covered by impermeable
surfaces, such as pavement, buildings, rooftops.
g. List the materials, such as marl, paver stone, asphalt,
or concrete, to be Used tot paved surfaces.
h. If applicable, has a stotmwater management plan
been submitted to the Division of Environmental
Management?
I. Describe proposed sewage disposal and/or waste
water treatment facilities.
J. Have these facilities received state or local approval?
k. Describe existing treatment facilities.
1. Describe location and type of discharges to waters of
the state (forerample, surface runoff, sanitary
5"V1510inddstrial/commercial effluent, "wash
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m. Water supply source
n. It the project Is oceanfront development, describe
the steps that will be taken to maintain established
public beach accessways or provide new access.
o. It the project is on the oceanfront, what will be the
elevation above mean sea level of the first habitable
floor?__ '
6 EXCAVATION AND FILL
INFORMATION
A. Describe below the purpose of proposed excavation
or fill activities (excluding bulkheads, which are
Covered in Section 7).
Access channel
(MLW) or (NWL)
Pn.1, ,r sin
Other (break-
water, pier,
boat ramp,
rock jetty)
Fill placed in
wetland or below
MHW
Upland fill
areas
Length Width Depth

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b. Amount of material to be excavated from below
water level in cubic yards _
c. Type of material
d. Does the area to be excavated include marshland,
Swamps, or other wetlands?
E. High ground excavation, in cubic yards

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. f. Dimensions of spoil disposal area
g. Location of spoil disposal area
h. Do you claim title to the disposal area?
If not, attach a letter granting permission from the
owner.
i.
Will a disposal area be available for future
maintenance?
If so, where?
c. Shoreline erosion during preceding 12 months, in
. feet
d. Type of bulkhead material
e. Amount of fill, in cubic yards, to be placed below
mean high water
f. Type of fill material
8 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
j. Does the disposal area include any marshland, In addition to the completed application form, the follow-
swamps, or water areas? ing items must be submitted:
k. Will the fill material be placed below mean high
water?
1. Amount of fill in cubic yards _
m. Type of fill material
n. Source of fill material
o. Will fill material be placed on marsh or other
wetlands?
p. Dimensions of the wetland to be filled
q. How will excavated or fill material be kept on site
and erosion controlled?
r. What type of construction equipment will be used
(for example, dragline, backhoe, or hydraulic
dredge)?
s. Will wetlands be crossed in transporting equipment
to project site? If yes, explain steps that will
be taken to lessen environmental impacts.
7 SHORELINE STABILIZATION
a. Length of bulkhead or riprap
b. Average distance waterward of mean high water or
normal waterl6el
A copy of the deed (with state application only) or other
instrument under which the applicant claims title to the
affected property. If the applicant is not claiming to be
the owner of said property, then forward a copy of the
deed or other instrument under which the owner claims
title, plus written permission from the owner to cant' out
the project.
An accurate work plat (including plan view and cross
sectional drawings) drawn to scale in black ink on an 8
1/2 x 11 white paper. (Refer to Coastal Resources
Commission Rule 7J.0203 for a detailed description.)
:'lease note that original drawings are preferr 1'
only high quality copies will be accepted. Blue-line
prints or other larger plats are acceptable only if 18 high
quality copies are provided by applicant. (Contact the
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding that agency's
use of larger drawings.) A site or location map is a part
of plat requirements and it must be sufficiently detailed
to guide agency personnel unfamiliar with the area to the
site. Include county road (SR) numbers, landmarks, and
the like.
A stormwater management plan, if applicable, that
may have been developed in consultation with the
Division of Environmental Management.
A list of the names and complete addresses of the
adjacent waterfront (riparian) landowners. These
individuals have 30 days in which to submit comments
on the proposed project to the Division of Coastal
Management and should be advised by the applicant of
that opportunity.

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Name Clarence & Cathy Munden
Address Box 35 Camden Causeway 9 GFRTIFICAfiION ANb pPI#fllIISSION
Elizabeth City, NC 27909 TO ?N1'?? 6N LbNk?
Name City Manager
Address City of Elizabeth City
P.O. Box 34
Elizabeth y, C 27909
Name
Address
Any permit issued iri re§ponse to this Application w111
allow only the development described in the application.
The project will be subject to conditions and restrictions
contained in the pethiit.
I certify that to the best of my knowledge, the proposed
activity complies tivith the State of Borth CArolina'§ ap-
proved Coastal Management Program and will be con-
A list of previous stab, or federal perrnlts issued for ducted in A manner consistent with suchV6'ram.
work on the project tract- Include permit numbers,
permittee, and issuing dates. I further certify that f am authorized to grant, and do in
13-82 Pelican Marina 2 / 3 / 8 2 , 13-82 fact, grant permission to representatives of state and
Pelican Marina 2/11/83, 13-82 Pelican federal review agencies to enter on the aforementioned
Marina 5 / 9 / 8 4 , 158-87 Ervin S talie 1 lands in connection with evaluating information telaied
q4 p- i ie Pelican, ? Inc c 1 3 / 2 2 / 9 tto this permit application and follow-up Monitoring of
AV- ec fOe lSU m ae p?aydbl 17epartrh?rit of project
Environment ; Health, and Natural Resources to cover _
the costs of processing the application. This is the day of .?' t, c e S7 , 19 !`_Z
A signed AEC hazard hotice for projects in oceanfront
and Wet areas.
Landowner or Authorized agent
A statement tin the use of ptiblic funds. If the project
involves the expenditure of public funds, attach a state-
ment documenting compliance with the Nortli Carolina
Environmental Policy Act (N.C.G.S. 113A-1 to 10).

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1. 430 ft. Marina Property highway frontage along
SIC 34/US 158. Located in Camden County
withing Elizabeth City city limits.
2. 19,9 c) Total sq. ft. existing parking area.
_. One 40'. x BO' marine retail building and
one 25' x 25' storage building
•(both.on pilings over water)
4. One 200' x 8' pier and.1 one 17].' x 8' pier
with 50 boat slips
5. Facility currOntly has city water and
sewer.
6. The regib6zted' marine retail building
modification Would involve no-changes to
existing pilings in the river nor increase
hbr i.i6ntal.• feet of-coverage over the
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in slightly A•eas h6rii6ntal roof coverr?g,
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MEMORANDUM PRINT NAMES:
Reviewer:
TO: ` John Dorney WQ Supv.:
Planning Branch DATE:
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SUBJECT: WETLAND STAFF REPORT AND RECOMMENDATIONS
***EACH ITEM MUST BE ANSWERED (USE N/A FOR NOT APPLICABLE) ***
PERMIT YR: 93 PERMIT NO: 0000111 COUNTY: CAM
APPLICANT NAME: THE PELICAN INC
PROJECT-TYPE: COMMERCIAL EXPANSION PERMIT_TY LAMA
COE_#: DOT_
RCD_FROM _CDA: DCM DATE _FRM_CDA: 01/25/93
REG_OFFICE: WARO RIVER-AND-SUB-BASIN-#:
STREAM CLASS: S
WL IMPACT?: YIN
WL REQUESTED:
WL TYPE:
WL ACR EST?: YIN
WL_SCORE(#): DATER I[PACTED BY FILL?: YIN
HYDRO_CNECT?: YIN MITIGATION?: YIN
MITIGATION TYPE:
COMMENTS:
F
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MITIGATION SIZE:
IS WETLAND RATING SHEET ATTACHED?: YIN
RECOMMENDATION (Circle One): ISSUE ISSUE/COND DENY

cc: Regional Office
Central Files
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FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT ?3W
C APPLICANT'S NAME: The Pelican, Inc./Ervin D. Stahel 2• . LOCATION OF PROJECT SITE: US 158, Camden Causeway, Elizabeth City, Camden County,
Pasquotank River.
Photo Index - 1989: 26-1 1984: 122-747 E 16
State Plane Coordinates - X: 2821550 Y: 939500
3. INVESTIGATION TYPE: CAMA :.,
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4. INVESTIGATIVE PROCEDURE: Dates of Site Visit - 12/29/92
Was Applicant Present - Yes `JAN 2 o ! : ,
5. PROCESSING PROCEDURE: Application Received - December 17, 1992 WATER QUITY SECTION
Office - Elizabeth City
6. SITE DESCRIPTION:
(A) Local Land Use Plan - Elizabeth City
Land Classification From LUP - Conservation
(B) AEC(s) Involved: PT, EW
(C) Water Dependent: No
(D) Intended Use: Commercial
(E) Wastewater Treatment: Existing - City Sewer
Planned - None
(F) Type of Structures: Existing - Marina, supplies store
Planned - Expansion of store, provision for dock master, customer
';:,-ang-, and overnight apartni-nt
(G) Estimated Annual Rate of Erosion: 3 ft.
Source - Previous application
7. HABITAT DESCRIPTION: [AREA]
DREDGED FILLED
OTHER
(A) Vegetated Wetlands
N/A
(B) Non-Vegetated Wetlands
N/A
(C) Other.
N/A
(D) Total Area Disturbed: 0
(E) Primary Nursery Area: No
(F) Water Classification: SC Open: N/A
8. PROJECT SUMMARY: Applicant proposes to construct an additional story to an existing structure
which is entirely over the Pasquotank River.
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DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY
WILMINGTON DISTRICT, CORPS OF ENGINEERS
P.O. BOX 1890
WILMINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 28402-1890
IN REPLY REFER TO
Regulatory Branch
March 5, 1993
Action ID. 199101521 and State Permit No. 84-91
Mr. John Parker
Division of Coastal Management
North Carolina Department of Environment,
Health and Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Dear Mr. Parker:

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Reference the application of The Pelican, Incorporated, represented by
Mr. Ervin D. Stahel, for a modification to the State/Department of the Army
permit which authorizes construction and backfill of a bulkhead and the
placement of fill material in a manmade canal on the Pasquotank River,
Elizabeth City, Camden County, North Carolina. The modification is to
construct an additional story on an existing structure over the Pasquotank
River.
The Federal agencies have completed review of the proposal as presented by
the application and your field investigation report. We have no objections to
the proposal modification provided all conditions of State permit No. 84-91,
issued May 30, 1991, remain valid and in full effect.
Questions or comments may be addressed to Ms. Laura Fogo, Washington Field
Office, Regulatory Branch, telephone [phone].
Sincerely,
G. Wayne Wright
Chief, Regulatory Branch

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Copies Furnished:
Mr. John Dorney
Water Quality Section
Division of Environmental
Management
North Carolina Department of
Environment, Health, and
Natural Resources
Post Office Box 27687
Raleigh, North Carolina 27611-7687
Ms. L. K. (Mike) Gantt
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service
Fish and Wildlife Enhancement
Post Office Box 33726
Raleigh, North Carolina 27636-3726
Mr. Larry Hardy
National Marine Fisheries Service
Pivers Island
Beaufort, North Carolina 28516
Mr. Thomas Welborn, Chief
U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency - Region IV
Wetlands Regulatory Unit
345 Courtland Street, N.E.
Atlanta, Georgia 30365
Mr. David Griffin, District Manager
N.C. Division of Coastal Management
1367 U.S. Highway 17 South
Elizabeth City, North Carolina 27909
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