Pittsboro, NC · Chatham County

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Riparian Buffer Authorization Application

Property owners or applicants use this application to request authorization for proposed uses or activities that impact riparian buffers in Pittsboro.

What this form is

The application requests a certificate of authorization for proposed uses and activities in riparian buffers, including Chatham Park additional buffers. It asks for applicant, property owner, project, and impact information, including buffer use IDs and impact measurements. The submittal requirements list impact maps, a plan set and narrative, stream delineation verification, and applicable 401/404 permits; fees are referenced to the current fee schedule.

Who needs it

Applicants proposing uses or activities that impact riparian buffers in Pittsboro can use this application to request an authorization certificate.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This document is signed without a notary; the responsible party signs and dates it, and the form does not identify a notarized attachment or step.

How to submit this form

  1. 1

    Download The Application

    Download the Riparian Buffer Authorization Application PDF.

  2. 2

    Complete The Application

    Fill in applicant, property owner, project, and proposed riparian buffer use and impact information.

  3. 3

    Gather Supporting Materials

    Prepare the listed impact maps, plan set and narrative, stream delineation verification, and applicable 401/404 permits.

  4. 4

    Sign And Date

    Have the responsible party sign and date the application.

  5. 5

    Submit To The City

    Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Riparian Buffer Authorization Application?
It is an application for an authorization certificate for proposed uses and activities in riparian buffers, including Chatham Park additional buffers.
What information and materials does the application ask for?
It asks for applicant, property owner, and project details, plus proposed buffer uses and impacts. Listed submittal requirements include impact maps, a plan set and narrative, stream delineation verification, and applicable 401/404 permits.
Do I need a notary for the Riparian Buffer Authorization Application?
No. The responsible party signs and dates the application; it does not identify a notarized attachment or step.
How do I submit the Riparian Buffer Authorization Application?
The form does not specify a submission method or contact details. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Riparian Buffer Authorization Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Pittsboro form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.