The North Carolina Coastal Federation has compiled a comprehensive guide to help local governments and coastal property owners understand new building codes for docks and piers.
The 2025 hurricane season marks the first since the state's building code reinstated standards for residential docks and piers.
Coastal Advocate Kerri Allen noted that the addition of these standards could help reduce harmful marine debris, as most debris found post-storms is attributed to poorly constructed docks and piers.
Author's summary: Coastal Federation releases guide for dock and pier building codes.