Topics Related to Coastal Management

REMINDER: State invites communities and contractors to apply for Phases 1 through 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program

The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) Division of Coastal Management (DCM) invites communities and contractors to apply to participate in Phases 1 through 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP), which aims to equip communities with additional capability to understand and enhance coastal resilience at the local level. DCM estimates that approximately $2 million will be available for Phases 1 and 2 in FY 2025-2026 and approximately $6 million will be available for Phase 3 and Phase 4 projects in FY 2025-2026. The application deadline for both community and

Citizen scientists needed for 11th annual Terrapin Tally

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) Division of Coastal Management (DCM) Coastal Reserve program and partners from the NC Wildlife Resources Commission (WRC), NC State Parks, Bald Head Island Conservancy, NC Audubon, NC Aquariums and National Park Service are recruiting volunteers to participate in the 2025 Terrapin Tally.

Notice of Federal Consistency Review: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Fox Ridge Luxury Apartments in Craven Co.

March 14, 2025, 12:01am - April 15, 2025, 11:59pm

Notice of Federal Consistency Review: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Fox Ridge Luxury Apartments in Craven Co.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Coastal Management (DCM) hereby gives notice that public review and comment is invited on the below proposed federal action.

Notice of Federal Consistency Review: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Houston Moore Apartments, Phase 1 Redevelopment in New Hanover County

March 14, 2025, 12:01am - April 15, 2025, 11:59pm

Notice of Federal Consistency Review: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Houston Moore Apartments, Phase 1 Redevelopment in New Hanover County

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Coastal Management (DCM) hereby gives notice that public review and comment is invited on the below proposed federal action.

Notice of Federal Consistency Review: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Bay River Apartments, Pamlico Co.

March 14, 2025, 12:01am - April 15, 2025, 11:59pm

Notice of Federal Consistency Review: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) – Bay River Apartments, Pamlico Co.

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality, Division of Coastal Management (DCM) hereby gives notice that public review and comment is invited on the below proposed federal action.

PUBLIC HEARING: Mid-Currituck Bridge CAMA application

March 18, 2025, 5pm - 7pm

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) Division of Coastal Management (DCM) will hold a public hearing on March 18 from 5-7 p.m. at the Town of Duck’s Town Hall, 1200 Duck Road, to hear public comment on North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and North Carolina Turnpike Authority’s (NCTA) Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) application for the proposed Mid-Currituck Bridge project.

NCDEQ Division of Coastal Management to hold public hearing on Mid-Currituck Bridge CAMA application

The North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) Division of Coastal Management (DCM) will hold a public hearing on March 18 from 5-7 p.m. at the Town of Duck’s Town Hall, 1200 Duck Road, to hear public comment on North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) and North Carolina Turnpike Authority’s (NCTA) Coastal Area Management Act (CAMA) application for the proposed Mid-Currituck Bridge project.

State invites communities and contractors to apply for Phases 1 through 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program

The N.C. Department of Environmental Quality’s (NCDEQ) Division of Coastal Management (DCM) invites communities and contractors to apply to participate in Phases 1 through 4 of the N.C. Resilient Coastal Communities Program (RCCP), which aims to equip communities with additional capability to understand and enhance coastal resilience at the local level. DCM estimates that approximately $2 million will be available for Phases 1 and 2 in FY 2025-2026 and approximately $6 million will be available for Phase 3 and Phase 4 projects in FY 2025-2026. The application deadline for both community and

Coastal Resources Commission presents former coastal management deputy director with Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award

During the Feb. 2025 regular business meeting of the NC Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) in New Bern, NC, former Division of Coastal Management (DCM) Deputy Director, Michael “Mike” Lopazanski was recognized with the Order of the Long Leaf Pine Award. Granted by the Office of the Governor to honor those who have made significant contributions to the state and their communities through their exemplary service and exceptional accomplishments, the award is the highest civilian honor in the state of North Carolina.

REMINDER: State coastal commission to meet in New Bern Feb. 26-27; Coastal Resources Advisory Council to meet Feb. 26

The N.C. Coastal Resources Commission (CRC) will meet Feb. 26 and 27 at the DoubleTree New Bern Riverfront, 100 Middle Street, New Bern. The public may attend the CRC meeting in-person or watch online.