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Council approves first reading of ordinance to protect beachfront dunes and native vegetation
City of Cape Canaveral City Council · March 18, 2026
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Summary
On first reading the council approved an ordinance granting the city enforcement authority over native dune and beachfront vegetation on city‑owned property, with a maintenance exception requiring a written plan and protections for public safety and dune integrity.
The City of Cape Canaveral voted 5–0 on first reading to add a local ordinance to protect native beachfront dune vegetation on city‑owned public property.
Connor from the Community and Economic Development department summarized the ordinance, saying it would allow the city to use home‑rule authority to…
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