The state Coastal Resources Commission is expected to hear an update this week on erosion issues at the South Dock ferry terminal on Ocracoke Island.
The commission, when it meets at 9 a.m. Wednesday by video conference, is also expected to consider a variance request by a North Topsail Beach homeowner’s association on a permit extension for an existing, oversized sandbag structure.
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The public may join the meeting by video conference or by phone at 1-415-655-0003. Use access code 185 441 7339 and event password 1234.
In addition the variance request from Topsail Reef Homeowners Association on a permit extension for an existing, oversized sandbag structure, the CRC is expected to consider rules for oceanfront development/beach management plans and a fiscal analysis related to Inlet Hazard Areas proposed use standards.
Rulemaking recommendations regarding amendments to shorefront access and to permit modification rules and consider fiscal analysis for rules and permit procedures governing the elevation of oceanfront structures on pilings are also on the agenda.
A full meeting agenda and briefing materials is on the CRC website. Times indicated on the agenda for individual items are subject to change.
Submit written comments before the meeting to Angela Willis at angela.willis@ncdenr.gov. Write “PUBLIC COMMENT” in the subject line.
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