Va. Code § 10.1-701

Current with changes from the 2024 legislative session through ch. 845

Section 10.1-701 - Duties of Department

The Department shall have the duty to:

1. Coordinate shore erosion control programs of all state agencies and institutions to implement practical solutions to shoreline erosion problems; however, such coordination shall not restrict the statutory authority of the individual agencies having responsibilities relating to shore erosion control;

2. Secure the cooperation and assistance of the United States and any of its agencies to protect waterfront property from destructive shore erosion;

3. Evaluate the effectiveness and practicability of current shore erosion control programs; and

4. Explore all facets of the problems and alternative solutions to determine if other practical and economical methods and practices may be devised to control shore erosion.

Va. Code § 10.1-701

1972, c. 855, § 21-11.18; 1980, c. 368; 1988, c. 891.

Amended by Acts 1988, c. 891.

Amended by Acts 1980, c. 368.

Amended by Acts 1972, c. 855, § 21-11.18.