Public Announcements

City Beach and Dune Permit

A City Beach and Dune Permit is now required for any additions or changes to private property seaward of the 1978 Coastal Construction Control Line. This permit is required by the Land Development Code Chapter 7 Article II. Sea Turtles Section 7-52, which was approved by the City Council in Ordinance No. 23-08(opens in a new tab) on June 21, 2023.


The permit enhances existing regulatory requirements and protects sea turtle nesting habitat. There is no permit fee at this time. Please click the link to find the application.


A permit is required for additions and changes to the sandy beach area such as, but not limited to, landscaping, irrigation, dune restoration, decks, and other minor structures(opens in a new tab). All plans will be required to comply with all applicable Land Development Code, State, and Federal requirements.