Shore Protection Act Application
Hickey Residence, 106 E 24th Street, Sea Island, Georgia 31561
1.0 Introduction:
Mr. James P. Hickey proposes to undertake activities within the Shore Protection Act (SPA) jurisdiction
at 106 E 24th Street, on Sea Island, Glynn County, Georgia (31.196070, -81.332304). The activities
proposed within SPA jurisdiction, depicted on the proposed site plan titled Permit Plan, dated April 21,
2015 (Attachment G), include the following:
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Perform landscaping improvements, including raising of lot elevation
Install native plantings
Construct a fire pit and retaining wall
Add irrigation and electrical service to the lawn and landscaped areas
Perform maintenance on existing rock revetment
2.0 Existing Conditions:
The subject property is 1.28 acres in size and located at the end of E 24th Street, on the Atlantic Ocean
(Attachment F, Vicinity Map). The SPA jurisdiction line was demarcated by the Coastal Resources
Division (CRD) staff in March of 2015. The SPA jurisdiction line is depicted on the survey produced by
Shupe Surveying Co., P.C. titled “Lots 631, 632, & A Portion of Ribault Lane, Block ‘59’ & Additional
Property, Sea Island Subdivision No. 1” dated February 27, 2015 (Attachment I). The subject lot
contains 10,489 ft2 (0.24-acre) of land located within CRD delineated SPA jurisdiction, consisting of
lawn, landscaped areas, and native landscaping (see Table 1). The area immediately seaward of the
subject lot consists of an existing rock revetment and the Atlantic Ocean. No dunes are located on the
subject property.
TABLE 1:
Hickey Residence Existing Conditions
Area Type
Existing Area (Ft2)
Native plantings
Landscaping/Lawn
Hardscape
Total
576
9,913
0
10,489
3.0 Project Description
The proposed activities within jurisdiction consist of raising and reconfiguring the lawn and landscaped
areas, adding areas of native plantings, construction of a fire pit, construction of a retaining wall,
installation of underground irrigation and electrical systems, and maintenance of the existing rock
revetment. No septic systems are located or proposed in the project area. The proposed conditions within
SPA jurisdiction are summarized in Table 2:
TABLE 2
Hickey Residence Proposed Conditions
Area Type
Proposed Area (Ft2)
Native Plantings
Landscaping / Lawn
Hardscape (fire pit)
Retaining Wall
2,091
8,159
198
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TOTAL
10,489
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4.0 Alternatives
The applicant intends to limit proposed activities within SPA jurisdiction to landscaping, addition of
native plantings, construction of a fire pit and retaining wall, addition of underground irrigation and
electricity, and maintenance of existing revetment. Alternatives considered by the applicant include the
following:
Leave lot in existing condition. As stated in Section 2.0, the existing lot is dominated by lawn
and landscaped areas. The applicant’s proposal will result in a net increase of natural areas,
resulting in greater diversity of native plant species. Leaving the lot at its existing elevation will
diminish the ability for the dwelling to withstand certain storm events.
5.0 Landfill / Hazardous Waste
According to the Hazardous Site Index for Georgia, the subject property is not located over a landfill or
hazardous waste site and is otherwise suitable for the proposed project.
6.0 Requirements and Restrictions Regarding Issuance of Permit
As discussed below, the proposed project meets the requirements under which a permit should be granted:
O.C.G.A. § 12-5-239(c) states:
(c) No permit shall be issued except in accordance with the following provisions:
(1) A permit for a structure or land alteration, including , but not limited to, private
residences, motels, hotels, condominiums, and other commercial structures, in the dynamic
dune field may be issued only when:
(A) The proposed project shall occupy the landward area of the subject parcel and, if
feasible, the area landward of the sand dunes;
There are no dunes located on the subject lot, and the activities proposed are limited to
landscaping, natural area improvements, minimal hardscapes within existing landscaped areas
landward of the rock revetment.
(B) At least a reasonable percentage, not less than one-third, of the subject parcel shall be
retained in its naturally vegetated and topographical condition;
The proposed project will result in approximately 98% of the SPA jurisdictional area being
retained in its current and/or improved state.
(C) The proposed project is designed according to applicable hurricane resistant
standards;
The project will comply with the most current applicable hurricane standards. A letter from
Mr. Johnathan Roberts, P.E. dated March 26, 2015 certifying the design is included in
Attachment E.
(D) The activities associated with the construction of the proposed project are kept to a
minimum, are temporary in nature, and, upon project completion, restore the natural
topography and vegetation to at least its former condition, using the best available technology;
The proposed project will result in approximately 98% of the SPA jurisdictional area being
retained in its current and/or improved state. The proposed activities will result in the net
improvement of the vegetative species diversity on the subject property.
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(E) The proposed project will maintain the normal functions of the sand-sharing
mechanisms in minimizing storm-wave damage and erosion, both to the unaltered section
of the subject parcel and at other shoreline locations.
The proposed activities will maintain the normal functions of the sand sharing system, and
provide for improved defense against storm events by raising the lot elevation and performing
maintenance of the rock revetment to restore it to its former elevation. These activities will
not affect the normal functions of the sand-sharing system at the project area or other
shoreline locations.
(2) No permits shall be issued for a structure on beaches, eroding sand dune areas, and
submerged lands; provided, however, that a permit for a pier, boardwalk, or crosswalk in such
an area may be issued, provided that:
(A) The activities associated with the construction of the proposed land alterations are kept
to a minimum, are temporary in nature, and, upon project completion, the natural topography
and vegetation shall be restored to at least their former condition, using the best available
technology,
No structures are proposed on beaches, eroding sand dune areas, or submerged lands as part
of this project. The construction impacts associated with the activities proposed will be
temporary, and upon completion the project area will be enhanced by raising of the lot
elevation, restoration of the revetment, and addition of native plantings.
(B) The proposed project maintains the normal functions of the sand-sharing mechanisms
in minimizing storm-wave damage and erosion, both to the unaltered section of the subject
parcel and at other shoreline locations.
The proposed activities will not alter the functions of the sand-sharing system. No sandsharing functions occur landward of the rock revetment. The activities proposed will provide
enhanced protection of the subject lot and adjacent properties, and will not adversely affect
functions of the sand-sharing system at other shoreline locations.
(3) A permit for shoreline engineering activity or for a land alteration on beaches, sand dunes,
and submerged lands may be issued only when:
(A) The activities associated with the construction of the proposed project are to be
temporary in nature, and the completed project will result in complete restoration of any
beaches, dunes, or shoreline areas altered as a result of that activity;
The applicant will perform maintenance on the existing rock revetment to restore it to its
former elevation consistent with adjacent properties. No activities are proposed on beaches,
dunes, or submerged areas.
(B) The proposed project will insofar as possible minimize effects to the sand sharing
mechanisms from storm-wave damage and erosion both to the subject parcel and at other
shoreline locations;
The proposed activities will not negatively alter the functions of the sand-sharing system. No
sand-sharing functions occur landward of the rock revetment where the activities are
proposed. The activities proposed will provide enhanced protection of the subject lot and
adjacent properties, and will not adversely affect functions of the sand-sharing system at
other shoreline locations.
(C) In the event that shoreline stabilization is necessary, either low-sloping porous rock
structures or other techniques which maximize the dissipation of wave energy and minimize
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shoreline erosion shall be used. Permits may be granted for shoreline stabilization activities
when the applicant has demonstrated that no reasonable or viable alternatives exist; provided,
however, that beach restoration and renourishment techniques are preferable to the
construction of shoreline stabilization activities;
No new shoreline engineering activities are proposed. The applicant will conduct
maintenance of the existing rock revetment by adding and/or repositioning existing rocks to
restore the revetment to its former elevation consistent with adjacent properties.
7.0 Public Interest Statement
O.C.G.A. § 12-5-239(i) states:
(i)
In passing upon the application for a permit, the permit-issuing authority shall
consider the public interest which for the purposes of this part shall be deemed to be
the following considerations:
(1) Whether or not unreasonably harmful, increased alteration of the dynamic dune field or
submerged lands, or function of the sand-sharing system will be created;
The proposed activities are limited to landscaping, improvements to naturalized areas,
addition of underground irrigation and electrical systems, construction of a fire pit and
retaining wall, and maintenance of the existing rock revetment. These activities are located
landward of the revetment in existing landscaped areas that are not part of the sand-sharing
system and will not unreasonably affect the normal functions of the sand-sharing system at
the project site or other shoreline locations.
(2) Whether or not the granting of a permit and the completion of the applicant’s proposal will
unreasonably interfere with the conservation of marine life, wildlife, or other resources;
The proposed activities are located landward of the rock revetment in an existing developed
area. All activities proposed on the subject property will be conducted in accordance with
DNR Wildlife Resources Division’s sea turtle nesting guidelines as well as Glynn County
lighting regulations. The applicant’s proposed project will not unreasonably interfere with
the conservation of marine life, wildlife, or other resources.
(3) Whether or not the granting of a permit and the completion of the applicant’s proposal will
unreasonably interfere with reasonable access by and recreational use and enjoyment of
public properties impacted by the project.
The proposed project is to be constructed on private property owned by the applicant. An
existing Sea Island beach access is located immediately south of the subject lot, and the
proposed activities will not interfere with this or other public access locations. The project
will not interfere with access to or use and enjoyment of public properties.
8.0 Warranty Deed
The warranty deed conveying the subject property from Sea Island Acquisition, LLC to C478, LLC on
September 20, 2013, is included as Attachment B.
9.0 Vicinity Map
A location map of the subject property is included as Attachment F.
10.0 Adjoining Property Owners
The adjoining property owners are depicted in Attachment C.
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11.0 Zoning Certification
Zoning certification from Glynn County Planning & Development has been applied for. A copy of the
request is included as Attachment D, and a copy of the approval will be forwarded to CRD upon receipt.
12.0 Hurricane Certification
The project will comply with the most current applicable hurricane standards. A letter from Mr.
Johnathan Roberts, P.E. dated March 26, 2015 certifying the design is included in Attachment E.
13.0 Permit Drawings
Drawing titled Permit Plan, dated March 15, 2014 is included as Attachment G.
14.0 Application Fee
A check for the application fee of $100.00 is included as Attachment H.
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Glynn County Assessor
Parcel: 05-00351 Acres: 1.27
Name:
MORRIS PAMELA A
Land Value
Site: 107 E TWENTY FIFTH ST SEA ISLAND 31561Building Value
Sale:
$0 on 03-2015 Reason=INTEREST Qual=
Misc Value
402 CEDAR RIDGE WAY
Total Value:
$3,339,900.00
$588,200.00
$0.00
$3,928,100.00
DURHAM, NC 27705
Mail:
The Glynn County Assessor's Office makes every effort to produce the most accurate information possible. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the data
herein, its use or interpretation. The assessment information is from the last certified taxroll. All data is subject to change before the next certified taxroll. PLEASE NOTE
THAT THE PROPERTY APPRAISER MAPS ARE FOR ASSESSMENT PURPOSES ONLY NEITHER GLYNN COUNTY NOR ITS EMPLOYEES ASSUM
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS ---THIS IS NOT A SURVEY--Date printed: 04/02/15 : 13:33:44
SIA
Parcel: 05-05941 Acres: 56.83
Name:
SIA PROPCO II LLC
Site:
0 SEA ISLAND 31561
Sale:
Land Value
$234,541.00
Building Value
$0.00
$0 on 03-2014 Reason= Qual=
Misc Value
$0.00
SIA PROPCO II LLC
Total Value:
$234,541.00
351 SEA ISLAND RD
Mail:
ST SIMONS ISLAND, GA 31522
The Glynn County Assessor's Office makes every effort to produce the most accurate information possible. No warranties, expressed or implied, are provided for the data
herein, its use or interpretation. The assessment information is from the last certified taxroll. All data is subject to change before the next certified taxroll. PLEASE NOTE
THAT THE PROPERTY APPRAISER MAPS ARE FOR ASSESSMENT PURPOSES ONLY NEITHER GLYNN COUNTY NOR ITS EMPLOYEES ASSUM
RESPONSIBILITY FOR ERRORS OR OMISSIONS ---THIS IS NOT A SURVEY--Date printed: 04/21/15 : 13:40:04
301-F Sea Island Road, St. Simons, GA 31522
912-638-9681 Office 912-289-0339 Fax
March 26, 2015
Karl Burgess
Georgia Department of Natural Resources
1 Conservation Way
Brunswick, Georgia 31520
Mr. Burgess:
This letter serves to certify that the improvements depicted on the plans entitled Permit
Plan for Jim and Kathy Hickey Cottage 478 prepared by The Vine Landscape Design
dated March 26, 2015 comply with the most current hurricane standards.
Sincerely,
Johnathan Roberts, P.E.
Professional Engineer