Environmental
The NC 404/401 permitting process (referencing Section 404 of the Clean Water Act and NC's 401 Water Quality Certification) is required for activities that:
AInvolve cutting timber on private land
BInvolve dredging or filling of waters of the United States, including wetlands✓ Correct
CInvolve new residential construction in all counties
DInvolve transfer of property within a floodway
Explanation
Section 404 permits from the Army Corps of Engineers (and NC 401 Water Quality Certification from NCDEQ) are required for dredging or filling activities in waters of the US, including jurisdictional wetlands.
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