Barrier islands face development battle as federal survey begins
In March crews erected over a dozen fibre board sheds on Knight Palm Don Pedro and Little Gasparilla Islands to fit a flood insurance rule. federal photo surveys and legislative input will determine which barrier islands are declared developed and eligible for subsidies.
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Model ordinance urged to curb barrier island development
The CHC recommends local governments adopt a state mandated model ordinance in their land use plans by June to limit coastal growth. If not, the coastline could be declared of critical state concern, stripping local control over building and zoning. Governor Graham staff note July bond program funding and $3.8 million seed money from the legislature.
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Bob Graham
Charlotte Harbor
Bernadette Phillips
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