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Commission discusses beach tents and umbrellas; staff and police practice differ from written code, no enforcement action taken

Forest and Beach Commission (Carmel-by-the-Sea) · November 13, 2025

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Summary

Staff presented that city code limits non‑permanent structures on public beaches and allows umbrellas for shade; police told staff they remove habitual/semi‑permanent tents but won’t routinely remove shade used for day recreation. Commissioners favored signage and public education rather than increased enforcement.

City environmental staff briefed the commission on Nov. 13 about the city’s existing rules and enforcement practices for tents and umbrellas on Carmel Beach.

Valerie (city environmental analyst) said municipal rules treat tents, vendor tents and canopies as non‑permanent…

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