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50 Mr. Craig Benedict November 17, 2000 Page 8 Proposed Septic Systems., it is my understanding that concerns have been raised regarding some of the proposed septic systems. The Health Department has carefully reviewed and approved the proposed septic system for each lot. The shallow trench system is a well-recognized system which is used routinely. By adding Dr. Diehl's lot to the formal subdivision and the homeowners, association, the, revised plats clearly identify the area set aside for the septic system easement (see page C--2 of the revised plans) . It will be necessary to pump across the storm drainage easement, but once again the engineering for such a project. is absolutely routine and has received the approval of the Health Department. Grading History-and Erosion Control Measures. Concerns have been expressed about the history of the clearing of the roadway for this development. Dr. Diehl, has already paid double the required filing fee as a penalty for an earlier lapse by his grading contractor regarding the erosion control measures. Erosion control measures were in place, but they were insufficient to handle the unusually heavy rains experienced earlier this year - rains which caused extensive damage elsewhere in Chapel Hill. When it was discovered that the erosion control measures had failed, the contractor took immediate steps to remedy those deficiencies. Dr. Diehl personally met on the property with County officials. The erosion control measures have been carefully inspected, and I have been assured that the development is now in full compliance with all County regulations, and that all actual and potential fines or costs have been assessed and paid. Indeed, the erosion control measures presently in place on this property exceed the standard required by the County. I invite you to review photographs labeled Figs. 9, 10, 11, 12 and-13 depicting the particulars. Fig. 9: Erosion control along roadway