§ 72-1099. Shoreline protection.

(a)

The construction of vertical seawalls and bulkheads shall be allowed adjacent to artificial waterways in existence prior to June 18, 1987, provided that the design of said seawalls and bulkheads prevents the runoff of stormwater into the artificial waterway. A stormwater management plan is required.

(b)

Vertical seawalls and bulkheads are prohibited adjacent to all other watercourses or water bodies except as may be waived by the county council. Hardening of the estuarine shoreline shall be allowed only when erosion is causing a serious threat to life or property.

(c)

Other shoreline stabilization methods may be used in lieu of vertical seawalls and bulkheads when hardening of the shorelines is approved.

(Ord. No. 2004-21, 11-4-04; Ord. No. 2008-25, § III, 12-4-08)