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The Open Beaches Act (Natural Resources Code, Chapter 61. Use and Maintenance of Public Beaches) and the Dune Protection Program (Natural Resources Code, Chapter 63. Dunes) are designed to help local landowners and communities protect and preserve their beaches so that all Texans can continue to enjoy them. The responsibility for protecting the public's right to use and enjoy the beach is shared by the state and local coastal governments. Cities and counties along the coast are required to adopt laws to protect the public's beach access rights. Usually, these local laws are adopted as a dune protection and beach access plan. The state reviews local beach access plans and certifies that they meet the minimum state standards set forth in the General Land Office Beach/Dune Rules. Statewide beach access standards protect everyone's right to use and enjoy all Texas beaches. Goals of the Beach Access and Dune Protection Program The Beach Access and Dune Protection Program is designed to:
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For more information on beach and dune management, please email the Beach/Dune Program or call 1-800-998-4GLO or (512) 463-9309. Last updated on 13 November 2008. |
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