54-1103 - Coastal rehabilitation projects.

§ 54-1103. Coastal rehabilitation projects.    As  used  in  this  title, "coastal rehabilitation project" shall mean  those projects which  serve  a  public  purpose  for  beach  nourishment  necessary  to maintain the natural functions of beach areas, maintenance  of the natural passage of sand along  coastal  areas,  emergency  breach  closures and similar activities undertaken by the state, a municipality,  or a not-for-profit corporation which demonstrates to the commissioner's  satisfaction  that  it is financially and otherwise capable of operating  and maintaining the project, for the restoration and  rehabilitation  of  coastal areas diminished, damaged or destroyed by natural forces.