15A NCAC 01T .0303      PROJECT ELIGIBILITY

(a)  A coastal storm damage mitigation project proposed by a local government may be eligible for grant funds from the Coastal Storm Damage Mitigation Fund provided that:

(1)           the project is for beach nourishment, artificial dunes, and other projects to mitigate or remediate coastal storm damage to the ocean beaches and dune systems of the State; and

(2)           the cost share requirements of G.S. 143-215.73M(c) are met.

(b)  The following are ineligible costs that may not be funded from the Coastal Storm Damage Mitigation Fund:

(1)           indirect or overhead costs of the local government, such as rent, telephone service, and general administrative support;

(2)           costs incurred for fines, penalties, legal fees, or litigation costs (including but not limited to litigation of a permit, penalty, enforcement action, or contract dispute);

(3)           any activities related to a terminal groin and its accompanying beach fill project permitted pursuant to G.S. 113A-115.1; or

(4)           salaries and other expenses of elected officials, whether incurred for purposes of project direction, execution, or legislation.

History Note:        Authority G.S. 143-215.73M;

Temporary Adoption Eff. February 8, 2023;

Eff. June 1, 2024.