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VMRC meeting roundup: permits approved, shell sale to Potomac River project and new fishing rules adopted
Summary
At the April 22 meeting the commission approved multiple pier permits, agreed to sell fossil shell to support a Potomac River oyster revitalization, funded derelict vessel removals, adopted new rules for an extended drift gillnet license and implemented federal-required restrictions on spiny dogfish gillnet overnight soaks.
The Virginia Marine Resources Commission took several operational and regulatory actions on April 22, approving shoreline permits, grant requests and regulatory changes intended to support habitat projects and fisheries management.
Key results: - Pier and waterfront permits: VMRC approved several private pier actions after staff review and public comment. Notable approvals included an 80-foot commercial pier and roofs for a commercial property (JC Vineyard in Northumberland County) and other private pier roof requests in King & Queen County and Sandbridge (Virginia Beach). Staff said the projects were consistent with state statutory allowances for privately authorized piers; protest letters were recorded for several items and considered in staff reports.
- Potomac River oyster support: The commission agreed…
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