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    Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council

    To help communities identify shoreline adaptation projects, the Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council proactively formed partnerships with stakeholders from 21 coastal municipalities. This relationship-building yielded understanding of local priorities and buy-in for potential projects.

    Year
    2022

    Details

    Hazards
    Flooding – Coastal
    Assets
    Property
    Natural Areas and Wildlife

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    Case Study: Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council

    Organizations

    Rhode Island CRMC
    Save The Bay
    University of Rhode Island Coastal Resources Center

    Relevant Options

    Reference American Society of Civil Engineers’ standard 24-05 Flood Resistant Design and Construction requirements in the design and construction of public facilities in flood hazard areas. Implement green infrastructure projects on public housing properties that have been damaged by past floods. Require transportation access plan agreements for all large developments.

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