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Future Land Use Policies - Beach managementGOAL 2 The promoting of sound coastal management shall be encouraged to ensure that maximum long-term benefits are attained in the use of the coastal zone by the residents of and visitors to the City of St. Pete Beach. Objective 2.1 The city shall continue to participate with the City of Treasure Island and Pinellas County, and appropriate state and federal agencies in the implementation of a coastal management plan. Policy 2.1.1 Through the on-going enforcement of the city's Beach Management Regulations, beach areas shall be protected and restored to their natural state to the fullest extent possible, while only encouraging beach re-nourishment projects that are in the overall public interest. Policy 2.1.2 The land development regulations shall ensure that all development along the coastline is in accordance with the Coastal Construction Control Line as established by the State of Florida, City of St. Pete Beach, or other appropriate governmental agencies. Policy 2.1.3 The City of St. Pete Beach will re-evaluate it's Coastal Construction Control Line from time to time in order to measure its effectiveness. Policy 2.1.4 The Beach Management Regulations shall ensure that all development or any other activities which disturb the coastal dune system are prohibited except when a proper permit has been issued that will include provisions to ensure that the dune system is maintained through restoration and enhancement. Policy 2.1.5 The Beach Management Regulations shall be enforced to ensure for the restoration and maintenance of the coastal dune system on new developments or redevelopment projects. Policy 2.1.6 Sensitive coastal resources shall be protected, through provisions contained in the land development regulations, from degradation and erosion resulting from improper development practices and recreational misuse. Policy 2.1.7 Beach stabilization projects, using appropriate vegetation as the stabilizing medium, shall be incorporated into development plans, where appropriate. Policy 2.1.8 The land development regulations shall include provisions whereby sand dunes are protected and enhanced, and native vegetation shall be planted to stabilize shorelines and protect upland areas from flooding hazards. Policy 2.1.9 The city shall protect the public health, safety and welfare by requiring that development in high risk areas, such as the hurricane velocity zone, meets all current construction standards and by fully supporting Coastal Construction Zone limitations. |
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