Topics Related to Coastal Management

The Coastal Resources Commission proposes a new administrative rule to provide greater flexibility to local governments, large oceanfront homeowners associations, and government agencies in allowing the use of wheat straw bales for dune protection in addition to sand fencing.Proposed Rule Language

NOTICE OF FILING OF APPLICATION FOR CAMA MAJOR DEVELOPMENT PERMITThe NC Department of Environmental Quality gives notice as required by GS 113A-119(b) that NC DOT’s application for a CAMA permit was received complete on January 7, 2025 for the Mid-Currituck Bridge Project (TIP No. R-2576) over Currituck Sound from Aydlett to south of Corolla, and related existing roadway improvements in Currituck and Dare Counties.

MOREHEAD CITY – The N.C.

The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management (DCM) is announcing the availability of approximately $2 million in funding to help local governments in 20 coastal counties improve public access to coastal beaches and waters for the 2025-26 fiscal year.

MOREHEAD CITY – The N.C.

PUBLIC & INTERESTED PARTIES NOTICENotice of Proposed Changes to the North Carolina Coastal Management Program Pursuant to Session Law 2024-45

The North Carolina Coastal Reserve & National Estuarine Research Reserve is thankful for John’s friendship and long-term unwavering service to the preservation and appreciation of North Carolina’s coastal natural resources. We are particularly grateful for his professional and volunteer work on Reserve sites, and to honor him, we would like to reflect on highlights of his years of work in these natural areas.

As we enter the holiday season, the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management is providing guidance to property owners, organizations and towns that plan to accept natural Christmas trees for use in dune restoration. Natural Christmas trees may be used as a substitute for traditional sand fencing but must be free of decorations and should be placed in a manner that meets the state’s rules for sand fencing.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management (DCM) has certified two North Carolina Clean Marinas, a designation given to marinas that exceed minimum regulatory requirements. Sloop Point Marina in Pender County received certification in October. Calabash Marina in Brunswick County received certification in November.

As we enter the holiday season, the N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s Division of Coastal Management is providing guidance to property owners, organizations and towns that plan to accept natural Christmas trees for use in dune restoration. Natural Christmas trees may be used as a substitute for traditional sand fencing but must be free of decorations and should be placed in a manner that meets the state’s rules for sand fencing.