Dare County Board or Commissioners approved SUP application #3-2023 Cluster Housing permit for The Village at Old Wharf Rd in Wanchese NC.
Aria Construction & Development will begin filing for federal, state, and local permits to begin development in:
Village of Wanchese Dare County NC. Parcel 025921000 PIN 979706482784 - Old Wharf Road.
Current NCDEQ Project /Permit Info as of October 30, 2024:
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Below are details for writing emails, making phone calls, and attending face to face meetings with environmental regulators for our upcoming state-wide campaign.
Please attach the site plan to your email which can be downloaded here or at the bottom section of this page.
Permits:
The following permits are required if greater than one acre of disturbance is expected.
NC DEQ | Washington NC Regional office Permits:
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers | Wilmington District
Other permits that may be required if Wetlands and/or Coastal Marsh will be impacted.
Dare County
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Our stance is that The Village at Old Wharf Rd is an unsuitable development for the proposed parcel as it does none of the following:
Please contact the following state regulators and express your opposition to The Village At Old Wharf Rd Cluster Housing Project.
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
Please contact The North Carolina Coastal Federation (a member-supported 501(c)3 ) that is focused on protecting and restoring the North Carolina coast
Express your opposition to The Village At Old Wharf Rd Cluster Housing Project and request they advocate for our cause
Please contact NC DOT and encourage thorough review of site plan prior to issuing any driveway permits for The Village At Old Wharf Rd Cluster Housing Project
Caitlin A Spear. Asst. District Engineer
(252) 621-6403
Email List for both Organizations
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Listed below are the multiple drawbacks and downside of building cluster housing in Dare County. This list does not only apply to the current situation in Wanchese but can be generalized to all of Dare County.
Environmental Impact: Building cluster housing can have a significant impact on the surrounding environment. It requires clearing of large areas of land which often results in the destruction of natural habitats and wildlife and could contribute to increased stormwater runoff and pollution.. Additionally, the increased population density inevitably leads to issues like increased traffic, noise pollution, light pollution and air pollution. In the Wanchese case: NC345 and Old Wharf Rd are both 2 lane roads with substandard road surface marking. Enough said
Increased Density: Cluster housing is designed to maximize land usage , which could
lead to higher population density in the unincorporated areas of Dare County. This will put a strain on local infrastructure, including roads, schools, and utilities.
Community Opposition: Permanent residents of unincorporated Dare County object to the development of cluster housing in their area. They have concerns about the potential impacts on property values, quality of life, and overall character of the community.
Vulnerability to Natural Disasters:
Dare County is located in a hurricane-prone region, and cluster housing developments could be particularly vulnerable to storm surge and flooding. Building in low-lying areas or areas with poor drainage could increase the risk of property damage and loss of life during severe weather events. Dare County Flood Zones Map located here:
> Dare County Flood Zones: Previous Versus Current Effective June 19, 2020
Hurricane Risk: Dare County is located in a region prone to hurricanes and other severe weather events. Building cluster housing in this area could increase the risk of damage or destruction during these events.
Water Supply: Dare County already faces water supply issues, especially during peak tourism season. Building cluster housing could further strain the already limited water supply, leading to water shortages or the need for costly infrastructure upgrades.
Increased Development Pressure: Building cluster housing can encourage further development and put pressure on the limited land resources in unincorporated Dare County. This could lead to the loss of agricultural land, natural habitats, and open spaces, which are important for maintaining the character and quality of life in Dare County.
Impact on Local Communities: Cluster housing developments built in a small community disrupts the existing social fabric and unique character. The sudden Increased population density can lead to overcrowding and increased demand for local services like schools, healthcare, and emergency services, which will most likely strain the resources of local governments.
Links to a few sample development-opposition letters and A sample email specific to The Village At Old Wharf Rd Cluster Housing Project can be found below.
Just change the your pertinent details and relevant reasons:
Sample email specific to The Village At Old Wharf Rd Cluster Housing Project can be found below. Feel free to write your own version. Gold refrigerator magnets for creativity..
Or, Just change the email to suit your pertinent details and relevant reasons:
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To: elizabeth.biser@deq.nc.gov; sushma.masemore@deq.nc.gov; douglas.ansel@ncdenr.gov;
richard.rogers@ncdenr.gov; sharon.martin@deq.nc.gov; michael.pjetraj@ncdenr.gov; lyn.hardison@ncdenr.gov; toddm@nccoast.org; laurenk@nccoast.org; alysonf@nccoast.org
Subject: The Village at Old Wharf Rd | Proposed cluster home development in the Village of Wanchese Dare County NC | Parcel 025921000 | PIN 979706482784 - Old Wharf Road
<<Greeting>>.
My name is <<NAME>>, and I am a <<Dare County Resident, concerned citizen, "get off my lawn guy", etc >> Thank you in advance for your time.
I am writing to you because Wanchese is investigating all federal, state and local permits required for a cluster housing development proposed by Brad Alexander with Aria Construction. The parcel of land as referenced above contains 10.5 acres with 4,030 square feet of delineated wetlands.
I am troubled with the impact of filling wetlands and other issues associated with the proposed development to build 60 housing units (2-3 bedrooms) on 8 foot+ pilings served by one septic for 10 units. There are swales and basins around the units with a 15 foot side setback between units This 10.5 acre parcel has wetland delineation of 3 pockets totaling 4,032 square feet of wetlands.
Furthermore, our community is concerned with the developer’s plan to management storm water internally on the site with a series of basins and swales that may cause land disturbance, together with other activities on the site.
The filling of wetlands, which previously retained storm water in our coastal community, affects our environment and the quality of life in our village.
The Wanchese Preservation Alliance speaks with one voice to ensure the protection of the fragile and pleasant atmosphere in our coastal village of Wanchese situated at the south end of Roanoke Island.
Thank you your prompt attention to this matter and our concerns. Attached is the site plan and builder’s information
Sincerely,
<NAME>>
<<ADDRESS>>
<<Contact Number>>
<<EMAIL>>
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