Final Sea Level Rise Study Report Released

The CRC Science Panel's 2015 update to its 2010 report on sea-level rise is now available. The report looks at possible rates of sea-level rise in NC over the next 30 years.

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Beach Erosion Study Report

As directed by the NC General Assembly, DCM has completed a study of beach erosion in North Carolina.

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What We Do

The Division of Coastal Management works to protect, conserve and manage North Carolina's coastal resources through an integrated program of planning, permitting, education and research. DCM carries out the state's Coastal Area Management Act, the Dredge and Fill Law and the federal Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 in the 20 coastal counties, using rules and policies of the N.C. Coastal Resources Commission, known as the CRC. The division serves as staff to the CRC.

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DCM Offices Coastal Management

Coastal Resources Commission Coastal Management

CAMA Permits Coastal Management

CAMA Rules Coastal Management

Land Use Planning Coastal Management

Oceanfront Shorelines Coastal Management

Estuarine Shorelines Coastal Management

Science & Data Coastal Management

Beach & Waterfront Access

The Division of Coastal Management awards about $1 million a year in matching grants for projects to improve pedestrian access to the state's beaches and waterways. Funding for the Public Beach and Coastal Waterfront Access Program comes from the N.C. Parks and Recreation Trust Fund.

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DCM Hot Topics Learn about important issues in coastal management.

DCM Outreach & Education Read our newsletter, learn about training opportunities and other outreach activities.

Clean Marina Program Learn about clean marinas, clean boating and pumpout grants.

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About Coastal North Carolina

20Cama Counties in the State If your project is in one of the 20 CAMA counties, you may need to obtain a development permit.

12KMiles of Estuarine Shorelines These shallow sounds, rivers and creeks make up one of the largest estuarine systems in the United States.

320Miles of Beautiful Ocean Beaches With more than 400 public access locations, to help you get some sand between your toes.

Coastal Reserve Program

The mission of the N.C. Coastal Reserve & National Estuarine Research Reserve is "to promote informed management and stewardship of North Carolina’s estuarine and coastal habitats through research, education, and example."

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