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HomeMy WebLinkAboutShoreline Access Plan-19881998 Shoreline Access Plan x TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN UPDATE APPROVED BY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS: CERTIFIED BY COASTAL RESOURCES COMMISSION: Board of Commissioners Sherelene G. Rollason, Mayor William R. Morris. Jr., Mayor Pro Tempore James D. Hanks, Commissioner Jeffrey D. Shields, Commissioner Bill Pitt, Commissioner Plannina Board William Schmidt, Chairman John B. Gladden Raymond P. Sturza E. Michael Murray Bob Combs, II Robert Trivette Martha K. Saunders • Staff Debora P. Diaz, Town Manager William G. Loy, Director of Planning and Development, Certified as Planner -In -Charge Meredith Birdsong, Planner Leslie Eldredge, Administrative Assistant Consultants William R. Turner, Jr. AICP Mary Jeanne Carter, Planner William C. Overman Associates, P.C. 380 Cleveland Place Virginia Beach, VA 23462 James L. Overton, Sr., PE, RLS Albermarle Engineering 115 West St. Clair Street Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948 The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by • the North Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972. as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN UPDATE 1998 TABLE OF CONTENTS Paae No. Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i List of Exhibits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Executive Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v I. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-1 A. Shoreline Access Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... I-1 B. Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-6 C. Issues and Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-6 1. Management and Administration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-6 2. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 3. Possible New Facilities and Improvements to Existing Facilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-7 4. Site Acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I-7 5. Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 II. SHORELINE ACCESS DEVELOPMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1 A. Local Shoreline Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1 1. Ocean Beach Shoreline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1 2. Estuarine Shoreline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-1 B. Shoreline Access Categories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-2 1. Local Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-3 2. Neighborhood Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . II-4 3. Regional Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I I -5 III. EXISTING ACCESS AREAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-1 A. Soundside Accesses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-1 1. Cameron/St. Louis Streets Soundside Access . . . . . . . III-2 2. Arch Street Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-3 3. Wallace/Helga Streets Soundside Access III-4 4. Moor Shores Homeowners Soundside Access III-5 5. Hayman Boulevard Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . III-6 6. Walker Street Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-7 7. Eden Street Soundside Access III-8 8. Avalon Homeowners Sportsman Drive Access . . . . . . . . III-9 9. Avalon Drive Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-10 10. Dock Street Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-11 11. Wright's Shores Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . III-13 12. Third Street Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-14 i. n LJ • i 13. NCDOT Canal Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-15 14. The Landing Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-16 15. Wright Woods Soundside Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-17 • B. 16. Ocean Ocean Bay Boulevard Soundside Access . . . . . . . . Access Points . . III-18 III-19 1. Arch Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-20 2. Helga Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-21 3. Sea Village Lane Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-22 4. Chowan Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-23 5. Hayman Boulevard Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-24 6. Walker Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-25 7. Eden Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-26 8. Avalon Pier Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-27 9. Avalon Beach Homeowners Association Ocean Access . . . . III-28 10. Fifth Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-29 11. Fourth Street Ocean Access III-30 12. -Third Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-31 13. Second Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-32 14. First Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. III-33 15. 1400 Block Easement Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . III-34 16. Windsong Way Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-35 17. Asheville Drive Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-36 18. Prospect Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . III-37 19. Glenmere Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-38 20. Woodmere Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-39 21. Ferris Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-40 • 22. Raleigh Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-41 23. Carlow Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-42 24. Sutton Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-43 25. Pinehurst Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-44 26. Aviation Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-45 27. Ocean Bay Boulevard Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . III-46 28. Carlton Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-48 29. Oregon Avenue Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-49 30. Clark Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-50 31. Calvin Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-51 32. Martin Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-52 33. Atlantic Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-53 34. Ocean Acres Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-54 35. Lake Drive Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-55 36. Eighth Street Ocean Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . III-56 IV. BACKGROUND, POLICIES, AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 A. Introduction IV-1 B. Management and Administration IV-1 1. Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 2. Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 3. Implementation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 • C. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 1. . . . . . . . . Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 2. Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-1 3. Implementation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-2 ii D. Possible New Facilities and Improvements to Existing Facilities . IV-4 1. Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-4 2. Policy IV-5 3. Implementation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-5 E. Site Acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-5 1. Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-5 2. Policy . . . . IV-5 3. Implementation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-5 F. Funding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-6 1. Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-6 2. Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-6 3. Implementation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . IV-6 V. PROPOSED SCHEDULE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . V-1 VI. MODEL STANDARDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-1 • • LIST OF EXHIBITS Pace No. • EXHIBIT 1 Changes to Soundside Accesses Since The 1992 Shoreline Access Plan . . . . . . . . . ... . I-2 EXHIBIT 2 Changes to Ocean Accesses Since The 1992 Shoreline Access Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . I-3 EXHIBIT 3 Town of Kill Devil Hills Shoreline Access Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III -57 EXHIBIT 4 Maintenance/Upkeep on Beach Accesses . . . . . . . . . . . IV-3 EXHIBIT 5 Parking Lot Layout for 60' Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-2 EXHIBIT 6 Rinse Shower Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-3 EXHIBIT 7 Lighting Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-4 EXHIBIT 8 Covered Gazebo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-5 EXHIBIT 9 Soundside Lighthouse Gazebo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-6 EXHIBIT 10 Fence Detail . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-7 • EXHIBIT 11 Handicapped pp Accessible Walkway Section VI-8 EXHIBIT 12 Bicycle Parking Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-9 EXHIBIT 13 Oceanfront Lighthouse Gazebo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-10 EXHIBIT 14 Sound Access Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-11 EXHIBIT 15 Ocean Access Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VI-12 • iv EXECUTIVE SUMMARY • Mission Statement: The Town of Kill Devil Hills supports and encourages efforts, programs, and initiatives to provide and maintain safe. *convenient. environmentally compatible public facilities to accommodate resident and visitor passage to and from its shorelines. • The ocean and estuarine waters bordering Kill Devil Hills provide residents and visitors with a variety of recreational and commercial opportunities. • The provision of public access sites benefits diverse groups of people. • The Town can provide visitors with facilities such as parking, designated walkways, and litter receptacles. Visitors will have a more pleasant experience. The Town will minimize the impact of visitors on seaside and estuarine neighborhoods and ecosystems. • The Town adopted its first shoreline access plan in 1979. The plan was updated in 1992, and subsequently in 1998. • In the past several years, the Town has followed the guidelines set by the 1979 plan and 1992 update and developed and/or improved numerous public access facilities. • The Town has updated its shoreline access plan in order to address the present • concerns and anticipated future needs of a growing community. • This update provides an inventory of shoreline access facilities in Kill Devil Hills and provides model standards for access development. • This update outlines a set of objectives for the provision of shoreline access facilities and suggests priorities for meeting these objectives. • Shoreline access planning was also discussed and included in the 1997 Land Use Plan Update. Surveyed respondents were asked to indicate their opinion about the expenditure of public funds to provide public shoreline access facilities. Support was given for use of public funds to develop and maintain shoreline access within Town. • Concerning the use of local funds to construct ocean beach accesses, 46.6% of survey respondents agreed or strongly agreed, while 23.9% disagreed or strongly disagreed, with this method of funding. • Concerning the use of local funds to construct soundside accesses, 44.9b agreed or strongly agreed, while 23.7% disagreed or strongly disagreed, with this method of funding. Similarly, 44.3ro of respondents agreed or strongly • agreed (as opposed to 23.8% who disagreed or strongly disagreed) that the Town should purchase/acquire soundside property for public access to the sound. • Many residents believe that more regulation of the use of certain beach accesses needs to be studied and that placement of beach access facilities needs to be studied, particularly with regard to placing them in the center of Town versus each end of Town. • A question concerning beach vending resulted in 79.0% disagreeing or strongly disagreeing that vendors should be allowed on the beach. • During the development of this update, several areas of issues and concerns were identified and categorized into five topic areas. These are: • Management and Administration • Maintenance • Possible New Facilities and Improvements to Existing Facilities • Site Acquisition • Funding • Planning for shoreline access in Kill Devil Hills must take into account that the Town has two distinct shoreline environments --the ocean beach shoreline to the east and the estuarine (soundside) shoreline to the west. • Pedestrian walkways elevated above the dunes on pilings safeguard the dune and facilitate beach visitors' travel between their automobiles and the beach. • It is important to provide facilities for visitors' convenience such as parking areas, restrooms, showers, and litter barrels. • Kill Devil Hills provides lifeguard services at a number of access points and considers emergency vehicle access in ocean access design. • Recreation at the soundside shoreline typically involves nature watching, boating, fishing, windsurfing, and sailing. Facilities which support these activities include walkways, piers, benches, litter receptacles, parking. and small boat launches. • The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources, Division of Coastal Management, which oversees beach access programs at the State level, divides improved shoreline access sites into three categories. The Town utilizes these same categorizations. The three classifications for access points are local, neighborhood, and regional. The model standards for each of these are described as follows: • Local access sites - provide pedestrian access with few, if any, other facilities. • Neighborhood access sites - may include parking (5-25 cars) and other facilities. • Regional access sites - parking for 25-80 cars, restrooms, and other facilities. vi • Management and Administration Policy: • The Town supports the enforcement of laws and regulations to keep its beach and soundside accesses convenient, clean, safe, orderly, and attractive. Implementation Strategies: • The Town will rely on its Police Department and State regulatory agencies to police its access sites. • The Town will study regulations as necessary to foster convenient, clean, safe, orderly, and attractive access sites: • Maintenance Policy: The Town supports regular maintenance activities at shoreline access sites. Implementation Strategies: • The Town will continue to allocate general fund monies from occupancy tax revenues for the maintenance of all sites to the appropriate standards for their respective designation. • The Town will seek North Carolina Coastal Estuarine and Beach Access Program grants and Dare County Tourist Bureau funds for upgrading and maintaining accessways. • The Town will use general fund maintenance allocations and grant contributions for sign placement, litter control, repairs to buildings, accessways, parking, and driveway areas. • The Town will implement maintenance/upkeep of beach accesses according to this Update. • The Town will rely on its Public Works and Buildings and Grounds departments for maintenance activities. • The Town will study the costs and benefits of a regular beach grooming and cleaning program. • The Town will encourage groups and businesses to adopt a beach and conduct regular clean-ups. • The Town will support beach nourishment projects. • Possible New Facilities and Improvements to Existing Facilities Policy: The Town supports the construction and/or addition of shoreline access facilities and/or improvements thereto when needed, cost beneficial, and determined by the Town to be in the best interests of the citizens of and visitors to the Town. Implementation Strategies: • The Town will coordinate local policy with State policy on providing restroom facilities at accesses other than regional access sites. • The Town will consider the purchase or lease of property near beach accesses in order to provide convenient parking and access to the ocean beach. • The Town will support private sector initiatives to provide parking. • The Town will consider using the unimproved Eden Street right-of-way west of NC 12 for access parking. • The Town will consider using the 100' right-of-way on Raymond Street for parking. • The Town will consider the lease or purchase of property on the west side of NC 12 near the Lake Drive ocean access in order to create the space needed for a neighborhood access. • Site Acquisition Policy: The Town supports the acquisition of access sites for improvements and amenities when such acquisitions are determined to be needed, cost beneficial. and in the best interests of the citizens of and visitors to the Town. Implementation Strategies: The Town will consider acquiring unbuildabl q g e lots on Kitty Hawk Bay west of Bay Drive between West Hayman Boulevard and West Bickett Street in order to provide public access and natural areas along the shoreline. • The Town will continue efforts to increase ocean access parking capacity, particularly in northern and southern Kill Devil Hills. • Funding Policy: The Town supports the expenditure of public (State, Federal, and Town) funds and private funds for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of its shoreline accesses. Implementation Strategies: • The Town will continue to apply for North Carolina Coastal and Estuarine Access Program grants. • The Tcwn will continue to pursue Dare County Tourist Bureau Restricted Fund grants for shoreline access development. • The Town will continue to allocate matching funds for grants. • The Town will continue to allocate general fund revenues to operate, upgrade, and maintain accesses. • The Town will pursue grants and consider capital outlays for land acquisitions. • The Town will pursue grants for upgrades and repairs to accesses. • The Town will encourage developments with impact on shoreline access use to contribute to the public beach access program in a manner which directly addresses the impact of the development. • The Town will analyze facility fee financing for shoreline access development. • The Town will encourage land donation for shoreline accesses. • The Town will investigate alternative sources of funding. including programs such as parking stickers and parking meters and the use of Powell Bill funds. for improvement and maintenance of accesses. • The Town will lobby the State to allocate funding for maintenance and rehabilitation of shoreline accesses. • Within four years, the Town will: • Improve Cameron/St. Louis Streets and Wallace/Helga Streets soundside accesses to local standards. • Develop Atlantic Street ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Investigate acquisition. donation. or lease of lard to provide ocean access parking or for purposes of storm hazard mitigation. • Conduct a title search and establish ownership of the 10' ocean access easement at 1400 block of NC 12. • Improve Lake Drive ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Improve Third Street ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Improve West Arch Street to local soundside access standards. • Construct a wooden walkway at Oregon Avenue ocean access. • Improve Pinehurst Avenue ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Develop IGD' and 90' right -.of -ways in the commercial and high density zones for access parking in coordination with the development of major access corridors at Ocean Bay Boulevard and any other street suitable for corridor use in conjunction with the Wright Brothers 2003 Celebration. • Investigate possibility of coordinating a parking plan with the National Park Service for the property known as the "Window to the Sea" between the Wright Brothers Monument and the ocean in conjunction with the Wright Brothers 2003 Celebration. • The Town will continue it's efforts to increase ocean access and parking capacity, particularly in northern and southem Kill Devil Hills. • The Town will work with adjacent land-owning entities, both public and private, for the purpose of investigating soundside access opportunities south of Ocean Bay Boulevard. • Within eicht-years:--the Tcwn will: • Improve Aviation Avenue ocean access to nEichtcncced standards. (Phase I: Utilize the sitE as a bicycle/perestrian access.) • The Tcwn will consider acquiring unbuildable lots on Kitty Hawk Bay. west of Say Drive bENEEn West Hayman Ecuievard and West Bickett Street. • The Tcwn of Kill Devil Hills. throuch its lcrc.history of access development • Projects. has developed model Standards for imprcvinc accesses. Tnese model standards provide general cuidance only and are not intended to be construction drawincs or denote what will be installed or used at each access owned by the Tcwn. Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update • I. INTRODUCTION A. Shoreline Access Planning Chapter! The ocean and estuarine waters bordering the Town of Kill Devil Hills provide residents and visitors with a variety of recreational and commercial opportunities. These waters are part of the reason people move to Kill Devil Hills. They attract thousands of seasonal visitors and are certainly the community's greatest natural resource. The provision of public access sites benefits diverse groups of people. Access facilities provide convenient access to the public waters for residents and visitors who do not live or stay on the waterfront. Abundant shoreline access facilities will also attract visitors to the beach. When the Town can provide visitors with facilities such as parking, designated walkways, and litter receptacles, visitors have a more pleasant experience, and the Town will minimize the impacts of visitors on seaside and estuarine neighborhoods and ecosystems. Recognizing the importance of shoreline access to the community, the Town adopted its first shoreline access plan in 1979. This plan outlined development goals and objectives for a number of the Town's access sites. The plan was updated in 1992, and subsequently in 1998. • In the past several years, the Town has followed the guidelines set by the 1979 plan and 1992 update and developed and/or improved numerous public access facilities. EXHIBIT 1 and EXHIBIT 2 which follow as pages I-2 through I-4, document the changes to soundside and ocean accesses since 1992. Growth of both permanent and visitor population continue to increase the demand for shoreline access facilities. At the same time, continued development of private shoreline properties has increased reliance on public access areas. 0 Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update EXHIBIT 1 Changes to Soundside Accesses Since The 1992 Shoreline Access Plan Cameron/St. Louis Streets No Change Arch Street No Change Wallace/Helga Streets No Change Moor Shores Homeowners (Private) Chowan Street No longer owned by Town Hayman Boulevard No Change (Grant approved through the Division of Coastal Management to Build a Gazebo and Install Picnic Tables, Landscaping, Bike Rack, Litter Receptacles and Signage) Walker Street No Change Eden Street No Change Avalon Homeowners Sportsman Drive (Private) Access Avalon Drive No Change , NCDOT Canal No Change The Landing (Private) No Change Wright Woods (Private) No Change Ocean Bay Boulevard No Change Dock Street On N.C. Wildlife Portion Boardwalks Along Launching Area Reconstructed, Town Side No Change Wright's Shores (Private) Third Street Handicapped Accessible Walkway Gazebo Fencing Landscaping Signage Litter Receptacles Chapterl • • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates Town of Kill Devil Hills Chapter 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update EXHIBIT 2 • Changes to Ocean Accesses Since The 1992 Shoreline Access Plan • Arch Street Third Street No Change Closed to Vehicle Parking No Structural Improvements Helga Street Second Street No Change No Change ' Sea Village Lane (Private) Chowan Street No Change Hayman Boulevard (between NC 12 and U.S. 158) Paved and Striped Parking Landscaping Lighting Sidewalks Litter Receptacles Walker Street No Change Eden Street No Change Avalon Pier (Private) Avalon Beach Homeowners Association (Private) Fifth Street No Change Fourth Street Handicapped Accessible Dune Crossover Signage Trash Receptacles First Street Fence Replaced 1400 Block Easement Title Opinion Requested No Change Windsong Way (Private) Asheville Drive Handicapped Accessible Walkway Emergency Vehicle Access Rinse Shower Bike Rack Lights Paved and Striped Parking Landscaping Signage Litter Receptacles Prospect Avenue Handicapped Accessible Walkway Rinse Shower Bike Rack Paved and Striped Parking Landscaping Fence Signage Litter Receptacles Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 I� Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter l EXHIBIT 2 (cont.) Changes to Ocean Accesses Since The 1992 Shoreline Access Plan Glenmere Avenue No Change Woodmere Avenue No Change Ferris Avenue Handicapped Accessible Walkway Rinse Shower Bike Rack Lights Paved and Striped Parking Spaces Landscaping Fence Signage Litter Receptacles Raleigh Avenue No Change Carlow Avenue Handicapped Accessible Walkway Lighthouse Gazebo Rinse Shower Bike Rack Lights 28 Paved and Striped Parking Spaces Landscaping Fence Signage Litter Receptacles Sutton Avenue No Change Pinehurst Avenue No Change Aviation Avenue No Change Ocean Bay Boulevard No Change Carlton Avenue No Change Oregon Avenue No Change Clark Street No Change (Possible renovations through grant 1998-99 FY) Calvin Street No Change Martin Street No Change Atlantic Street No Change Ocean Acres Access (Private) Lake Drive Closed to Vehicle Parking No Structural Changes Eighth Street Handicapped Accessible Walkway Emergency Vehicle Access Rinse Shower Bike Rack Paved and Striped Parking Spaces Landscaping Signage Litter Receptacles (V • • Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter I In 1998, the Town updated its shoreline access plan in order to address the • present concerns and anticipated future needs of a growing community. This update addresses issues and changing priorities of recent years. Sixteen public and private access sites have been identified on the sound since 1979. Additional access points have been identified on the ocean as well. This plan incorporates these new sites and changes in demand for facilities such as parking since 1990. This update provides an inventory of shoreline access facilities in Kill Devil Hills and provides model standards for access development. Based on an assessment of current needs and anticipated future demands for public access, this update outlines a set of objectives for the provision of shoreline access facilities, and suggests priorities for meeting these objectives. The preparation of this document was financed in part through a grant provided by the North Carolina Coastal Management Program, through funds provided by the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972, as amended, which is administered by the Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. Shoreline access planning was also discussed and included in the 1997 Land Use Plan Update. Public input was solicited concerning shoreline access planning through a community survey and at public meetings. A synopsis of this input • follows, as well as the policy and implementation strategy from the 1997 Land Use Plan. These policies have been further defined and expanded upon in this update. Surveyed respondents were asked to indicate their opinion about the expenditure of public funds to provide public shoreline access facilities. Support was given for use of public funds to develop and maintain shoreline access within Town. Concerning the use of local funds to construct ocean beach accesses, 46.6ro of survey respondents agreed or strongly agreed, while 23.9% disagreed or strongly disagreed with this method of funding. Concerning the use of local funds to construct soundside accesses, 44.9% agreed or strongly agreed, while 23.7% disagreed or strongly disagreed with this method of funding. Similarly. 44.3% of respondents agreed or strongly agreed (as opposed to 23.8% who disagreed or strongly disagreed) that the Town should purchase/acquire soundside property for public access to the sound. Many residents believe that more regulation of the use of certain beach accesses needs to be studied and that construction of beach access facilities needs to be studied. particularly with regard to placing them in the center of Town versus each end of Town. A question concerning beach vending resulted in 79.0a disagreeing or strongly disagreeing that vendors should be allowed on the beach. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 I-5 Town of Kill Devil Hills Chapter I 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update In the 1997 Land Use Plan Update, a policy and a strategy for its is were developed. POLICY: The Town supports the provision of access to the shores for residents and visitors of Kill Devil Hills. IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGY: The Town will continue to implement the Shoreline Access Plan and fund improvements through Town funds and grants when feasible. B. Mission Statement The Town of Kill Devil Hills supports and encourages efforts, programs, and initiatives to provide and maintain safe, convenient, environmentally compatible public facilities to accommodate resident and visitor passage to and from its shorelines. C. Issues and Concerns During the development of this update, several areas of issues and concerns were identified and categorized into five topic areas. These, along with specific observations, follow. 1. Management and Administration Provision of space and equipment for ocean (rough water) • • conditions warning signs. • Provision of community bulletin boards and/or notice signs. • Restriction of vehicle parking. • Closure of accesses. • Effectiveness of adopt -an -access program. • Commercial fishermen conflicts - including dead fish in water and on the beach. • Ban beach driving year-round because of safety concerns. • Closure of accesses from midnight to sunrise. Create exceptions for businesses who provide a bond to keep accesses clean and free of litter and debris from their operations. • Create a permitting procedure for placard, poster, and flyer distribution with a substantial bonding requirement to insure that litter will be policed. • Create/enforce special events procedures requiring prior notification to and approval by the Town. • Dogs are a problem on the beach - intensify enforcement. • Problems with loitering or soliciting at accesses. Vagrants and drunks creating problems. .Intensify enforcement efforts. 0 Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates I-6 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapterl 0 2. Maintenance • • Reconstruction of public accesses and public access facilities damaged by a natural disaster. • Maintenance and reconstruction criteria schedule and funding. • Beach grooming as an ongoing function. • Enhance maintenance of access facilities. 3. Possible New Facilities and Improvements to Existing Facilities • Locate vending machines at accesses. • Designation of one-way streets between NC 12 and U.S. 158 and on - street parking. • Provision of water fountains at accesses. • Provision of portable restroom facilities at accesses. • Install sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting and webbing) for ease of ingress and egress. • Where practicable, make dune crossovers meet handicapped needs. • Design a sign for all accesses which is uniform, clear, and easy to understand. • Widening of U.S. 158 - difficulties crossing highway. • Feasibility of installing benches at oceanfront accesses. • Concept of bicycle/pedestrian-only accesses. • Bridges spanning the Memorial Avenue drainage ditch to provide access to beach. 4. Site Acquisition • Fostering public -private partnerships for access construction and maintenance. • Land acquisition techniques (for accesses) and off -site parking • Options for taking over private accesses. • Condemn private accesses which are problem areas. • Feasibility of Town acquiring private accesses (Avalon Beach Homeowners Association East and West, Wright's Shores, the Landing, Wright Woods, Sea Village Lane, Windsong Way, Avalon Pier, Ocean Acres, and Moor Shores). 5. Funding • Encourage State funding for access maintenance. • Feasibility of fees for parking at beach accesses. • Private contributions for maintenance. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 I-7 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 11 II. SHORELINE ACCESS DEVELOPMENT • A. Local Shoreline Environment Planning for shoreline access in Kill Devil Hills must take into account that the Town has two distinct shoreline environments --the ocean beach shoreline to the east and the estuarine (soundside) shoreline to the west. Each shoreline supports different activities and requires site specific consideration of particular environmental conditions. 1. Ocean Beach Shoreline A sand beach and dune system characterize the ocean shoreline. The primary environmental consideration at the ocean shore is the protection of the.dunes which defend landward development from damage in heavy surf. Vegetation stabilizes the dune. so it is essential that ocean accesses are designed in a way which minimizes the impact of pedestrian and vehicular traffic on the dune vegetation. Pedestrian walkways elevated above the dunes on pilings safeguard the dune and facilitate beach visitors' travel between their automobiles and the beach. The most popular recreational uses of the beach include swimming, sunbathing, surfing, and fishing. These activities require few facilities other than the beach itself. However, it is important to provide facilities for visitors' convenience such as parking areas, restrooms, showers, and litter barrels. While these facilities serve to protect the beach from the impact of visitors, another important consideration is protecting the visitors from potentially hazardous conditions. To this end, Kill Devil Hills provides lifeguard services at a number of access points and considers emergency vehicle access in ocean access design. The Town is committed to providing lifeguard services in areas of high swimming activity, giving careful attention to lifeguard stand placement and the presence of mobile lifeguards in an attempt to provide coverage from stand to stand. 2. Estuarine Shoreline The estuarine shoreline consists of shallcw water, sandy beaches, and marsh. The sound's particular mix of salt and fresh water supports a delicate ecosystem. Development at the sound shoreline should avoid excessive disturbance of the marsh. Recreation at the sound shoreline typically involves nature watching, boating, fishing, windsurfing, and sailing. Facilities which support these activities include walkways, piers, benches, litter receptacles, parking, and small boat launches. Careful initial construction will minimize the impact of shoreline access facilities along the sound. The provision of access facilities as needed will minimize impact from users. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 II-1 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 1. Local Access Chapter 11 The purpose of local access sites is to provide a way to the ocean or sound for people who reside within walking distance of the water. Preferably, local access points should be located no more than one - quarter mile apart, unless regional and neighborhood accesses are available. At a minimum, local access points shall include: • walkway or maintained path from the road to the beach or soundside shore • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • • is Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 II-3 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 11 • • E B. Shoreline Access Categories The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources. Division of Coastal Management, which oversees beach access programs at the State level, divides improved shoreline access sites into three categories. For the sake of consistency, the Town utilizes these same categorizations. The three classifications for access points are local, neighborhood, and regional. The model standards for each of these are described as follows: • Local access sites - provide pedestrian access with few, if any, other facilities. • Neighborhood access sites - may include parking (5-25 cars) and other facilities. • Regional access sites - parking for 25-80 cars, restrooms, and other facilities. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 II-2 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 11 • • • 2. Neighborhood Access Neighborhood accesses are designed for people who choose to drive to the shoreline. These access points are ideally located approximately every one-half mile along the shoreline. Neighborhood access points include: • parking for at least 10 vehicles • wooden walkway from the parking area to the beach or soundside shore • observation deck (where practical) at the top of the primary dune or at the soundside shoreline • bicycle parking rack • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacles • emergency vehicle access, if appropriate • lighting as appropriate Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 II-4 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 3. Regional Access P. L Chapter11 Regional access points provide more facilities for visitors than local or neighborhood accesses. Regional access facilities should be accessible to the handicapped. Regional access sites have: • parking for a minimum of 24 vehicles • restroom and bathhouse facilities • wooden walkways from the parking area to the beach or soundside shore • observation deck (where practical) at the top of the primary dune or end of pier • bicycle parking rack • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacles • emergency vehicle access where appropriate • lighting as appropriate i• Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT II-5 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter Ill • III. EXISTING ACCESS AREAS Presently, the Town of Kill Devil Hills has 42 public access sites, 11 on the sound and 31 on the ocean. See EXHIBIT 3, page III-57. An additional 10 private access sites, five on the sound and five on the ocean, designated for use by residents of specific subdivisions, are located within the Town. For each Town -owned access a brief description is given listing existing improvements and possible improvements to the site. Possible improvements are based on factors such as the size of the site, the environment, and surrounding land uses. For each private access a brief description is given. A. Soundside Accesses (From North to South) 1. Cameron/St. Louis Streets 2. Arch Street 3. Wallace/Helga Streets 4. Moor Shores Homeowners 5. Hayman Boulevard 6. Walker Street 7. Eden Street 8. Avalon Homeowners Sportsman Drive 9. Avalon Drive Dock Street 11. is 11. Wright's Shores 12. Third Street 13. NC DOT Canal 14. The Landing 15. Wright Woods 16. Ocean Bay Boulevard • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III -I Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 1. Cameron/St. Louis Streets Soundside Access Chapter III This local access encompasses a 10' wide undeveloped right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the sound. The access is located between Cameron Street and St. Louis Street on Bay Drive. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Currently there are no existing improvements to this access site. Possible improvements include: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • litter receptacle • CA.MA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-2 • • 0 • 0 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 2. Arch Street Soundside Access Chapter 111 This local access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the sound. The access is located at West Arch Street and Bay Drive. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Currently there are no existing improvements to this access site. Possible improvements include: • picnic table • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • gazebo • fencing • litter receptacle • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-3 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 3. Wallace/Helga Streets Soundside Access Chapter 111 • This local access encompasses a 10' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the sound. The access is located between Wallace Street and Helga Street on Bay Drive. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Currently there are no existing improvements to this access site. Possible improvements include: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • litter receptacle • CMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-4 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter l// • 0 4. Moor Shores Homeowners Soundside Access This private access, encompassing a 50' x 150' site, is owned and maintained by the Moor Shores Homeowners Association. Use is limited to residents of the 143-lot Moor Shores Subdivision. If acquired by the Town, possible improvements include: • acquire land and transfer ownership to Town • 10 designated parking spaces • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • observation deck • bicycle parking rack • fencing • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates III-5 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 5. Hayman Boulevard Soundside Access Chapter Ill This local access encompasses a 100' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the sound. Land has also been acquired adjacent to this access south of the pier encompassing a total of four lots with a 100' wide right-of-way (total 200' width along Kitty Hawk Bay). The access is located at West Hayman Boulevard and Bay Drive. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • 200' pier with observation platform • litter receptacle • unmarked parking for several cars Possible improvements for this access include: • 0 • gazebo • picnic table • benches • bicycle parking rack • landscaping • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules • or restrictions Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-6 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 0 6. Walker Street Soundside Access This local access encompasses a 60' wide undeveloped right-of-way. The access is located at West Walker Street and Bay Drive. It is owned by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Currently there are no existing improvements to this access site. Possible improvements include: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • litter receptacle • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates r;T\9� III-7 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 7. Eden Street Soundside Access Chapter 1/1 This local access encompasses a 60' wide undeveloped right-of-way. The access is located at West Eden Street and Bay Drive. It is owned by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Currently there are no existing improvements to this access site. Possible improvements include: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • litter receptacle • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-8 • • Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update S. Avalon Homeowners Sportsman Drive Soundside Access Chapter Ill This private access is located at Sportsman Drive and Bay Drive owned by the Avalon Homeowners Association. Possible improvements include: • none at this time Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 It is III-9 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 9. Avalon Drive Soundside Access Chapter Ill The Town of Kill Devil Hills will attempt to acquire this land and upgrade to neighborhood access standards consisting of the following: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • gazebo • fencing • benches • bicycle parking rack • litter receptacle • landscaping • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-10 • • E • n U Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 10. Dock Street Soundside Access Chapter 111 This neighborhood access encompasses a 50' long x 250' wide right-of- way. The access is located at Dock Street and Bay Drive. It is owned by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. The North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission owns and maintains a boat launching facility for shallow draft vessels south of Dock Street. The Town's lot is used primarily for boat trailer and vehicle parking, while the North Carolina Wildlife Resource Commission's lot has a gravel driveway, parking area, and boat ramp. Existing improvements include: • gravel parking area • boat launch Possible improvements include: • bicycle parking rack • litter receptacle Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 MW v c 0 U In w N U U Q QJ .D V) C Z3 0 t/) v v L V) U 0 m 0 v W O V) Q) Q c ro E O 13 ZZ ro 1 Q T �o O N C co 3 � 3 �J r� U • Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 11. Wright's Shores Soundside Access Chapter 111 A private access for Wright's Shores residents, this access serves the 178 lots of the Wright's Shores subdivision. The Wright's Shores Homeowners Association owns and maintains this access. If acquired by the Town, possible improvements include: • acquire land and transfer ownership to Town • 10 designated parking spaces • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • observation deck • fencing • bicycle parking rack • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-13 Chapter 111 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 12. Third Street Soundside Access • This public access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the sound. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. The access was developed in 1998. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. Surrounding area is residential. Existing improvements for this access include: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • gazebo • fencing • benches • bicycle parking rack • litter receptacle • landscaping • CAM identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Possible improvements include: • none at this time n LJ Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-14 • • • Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 13. NCDOT Canal Soundside Access Chapter Ill This public access provides pedestrian access to the NCDOT canal. A crossing at First Street provides the only public access to this canal which flows through a residential neighborhood. Surrounding land use is residential. This access will continue to be utilized as a local access. Possible improvements include: • none at this time Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-1 5 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 14. The Landing Soundside Access Chapter!/! • This private access for residents of The Landing subdivision is located off Captains Circle. It consists of a small boat ramp and unpaved driveway. Possible improvements include: • none at this time • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-16 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 15. Wright Woods Soundside Access • Chapter 111 • This private access for residents of Wright Woods subdivision consists of a wooden walkway extending to a covered platform at the Kitty Hawk Bay shoreline. Presently, there is fire damage to the existing wooden walkway. The Town of Kill Devil Hills may consider the possibility of acquiring this access and repairing the facility to include: • • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • litter receptacle • gazebo • CAMA identification sign Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-17 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter Ill 16. Ocean Bay Boulevard Soundside Access E • This local access provides a dedicated easement for this 100' wide right-of-way. Currently this access cannot be easily reached from Town land, and would primarily serve residents of Baum Bay, a subdivision in Dare County. When Ocean Bay Boulevard becomes a through street in this area, the Town should work with Dare County or require proposed land development to include development of this site as a neighborhood access. Surrounding land use is residential. Possible improvements include: none at this time • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-18 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 B. Ocean Access Points (listed from North to South) • 1. Arch Street 2. Helga Street 3. Sea Village Lane 4. Chowan Street S. Hayman Boulevard 6. Walker Street 7. Eden Street 8. Avalon Pier 9. Avalon Beach Homeowners Association 10. Fifth Street 11. Fourth Street 12. Third Street 13. Second Street 14. First Street 15. 1400 Block Easement 16. Windsong Way 17. Asheville Drive 18. Prospect Avenue 19. Glenmere Avenue 20. Woodmere Avenue 21. Ferris Avenue 22. Raleigh Avenue 23. Carlow Avenue • 24. Sutton Avenue 25. Pinehurst Avenue 26. Aviation Avenue 27. Ocean Bay Boulevard 28. Carlton Avenue 29. Oregon Avenue 30. Clark Street 31. Calvin Street 32. Martin Street 33. Atlantic Street 34. Ocean Acres 35. Lake Drive 36. Eighth Street • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-19 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 1. Arch Street Ocean Access Chapter Ill • This local access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and off -road and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Arch Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Possible improvements include: • litter receptacle • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-20 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 9 • 0 2. Helga Street Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing a pathway through the dune and off -road and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Helga Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • sidewalk from U.S. 158 to NC 12 • litter receptacle • four unmarked parking spaces Possible improvements include: • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-21 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 3. Sea Village Lane Ocean Access Chapter 111 0 -cry � ��....� - 7�wr•r�--, �+,gam+-- __ _ -- LI This private access encompasses a 20' wide right-of-way which consists entirely of the primary dune. Possible improvements include: • none at this time • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-22 7yR'rj��0 G- 1 ^ 4 VA i _ `'•.'j }''s,14Fa.w'ti�r'xa`i". �. ��zyg.�. ':.. ` t��jr--. Kv � ai ��-c �+�•��':r3�i � -ea�c .a v??„ n �•,�•.r€ as -F" i , cx':�` s.at � z,ex ���- c -: cc s a t �?fL °''-''f:"3,y�},'t3.;*�►�i`��` F 'rcx� >� ?`a•.„' ��'`a+ f .r..vy;., a '� Y �+-'k-•'v����t `�G�,p����� � .y�''�yaf'�'�'t _ x � .Xr �• kan.. ea'J ►. � a � •r �. " �s-. 'a ��';,;�� +�'{''`� .c. �,'� 'fin' •. i° '..� �.a-aft .;sib'�.�:�9+:b�fi?:��tY.�r�.�r�'��l�i$cY�;F=.a� Ik+S�k•R"�'��.�r�� �.. � :8't3.�. ' y} .+�..•. t`��j e.�x . l,�,a' ;a.. �Ts.� ��?T,�'s�•r. � �,, _ •�•� -C x aa�."ks' 'ID �i� ram.. S' "�'' �'_-. 3:" <•, ' _ -- � A ' Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 7. Eden Street Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Eden Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions Possible improvements include: • wooden walkway • litter receptacle Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 U • 8. Avalon Pier Ocean Access This private access encompasses a 300' wide right-of-way for patrons of the Avalon Fishing Pier. It is located at Avalon Drive and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Avalon Pier. Surrounding land use is residential and private access. Existing improvements include: • pier • 80 designated parking spaces • restrooms • wooden walkway • handicapped accessible • litter receptacles/dumpster • telephone Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-? 7 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 9. Avalon Beach Homeowners Association Ocean Access • This private access encompasses a 100' wide right-of-way for members of the Avalon Beach Homeowners Association. It is located south of Avalon Fishing Pier on N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Avalon Beach Homeowners Association. This access is not handicapped accessible. Surrounding land use is commercial. Existing improvements include: • soil parking lot • fencing • litter receptacle • telephone • steps to the beach • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-2 8 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 • • • 10. Fifth Street Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 30' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and off -road and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Fifth Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • gravel parking • litter receptacle • fencing Possible improvements include: • paved parking • shower • landscaping • temporary restroom facilities • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • possible land acquisition west of NC 12 for paved parking Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-29 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 11. Fourth Street Ocean Access • This local access encompasses a 30' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Fourth Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. This access was developed by Kmart in 1992. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • fencing • litter receptacle (near beach) • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) . Possible improvements include: • litter receptacle (near road) 0 Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-3 0 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter Ill C, • 12. Third Street Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 30' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at E. Third Street and N..Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is commercial. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • telephone • litter receptacle • parking (currently closed) Possible improvements include: • reopen and pave parking • shower • bicycle parking rack • temporary restroom facilities • landscaping • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-31 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 13. Second Street Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 30' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Second Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is multi -family. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • 24 designated parking spaces • wooden walkway • fencing Possible improvements include: • • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • shower • bicycle parking rack • temporary restroom facilities • observation platform • replace wooden walkway • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-32 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 • 14. First Street Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 30' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at First Street and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is multi -family. A link to the access is provided by a sidewalk/bicycle path from US 158 to NC 12. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • wooden walkway • observation area • fencing (heavy duty design) • litter receptacle • 36 designated parking spaces Possible improvements include: • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • shower • bicycle parking rack • temporary restroom facilities 40 • landscaping Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-33 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 15. 1400 Block Easement Ocean Access Chapter Ill This local access encompasses a 10' wide right-of-way providing pedestrians access to the beach. Ownership of this access is in question but should be resolved within the planning period. The access is located on N. Virginia Dare Trail north of condominiums at 1401 and 1403 Virginia Dare Trail. Surrounding land use is residential and multi -family. Currently, there are no existing improvements at this access. Possible improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • bicycle parking rack U is • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-34 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 • • • 16. Windsong Way Ocean Access This private access encompasses a 10' wide walkway between two residential structures. This access is for the residents of the Kitty Dunes IV subdivision. Possible improvements include: • none at this time Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-3 5 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 17. Asheville Drive Ocean Access Chapter 1I1 This neighborhood access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Asheville Drive and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. It was developed and dedicated to the memory of former Board of Commissioners member Lacey McNeil in 1994. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • WA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • shower • fencing • litter receptacle • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • 36 parking spaces, two of which are reserved for the handicapped Possible improvements include: • temporary restroom facilities • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • • • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-3 6 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 • 18. Prospect Avenue Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Prospect Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. It was developed in 1996. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential and multi -family. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • shower • bicycle parking rack • shower • landscaping • litter receptacle • lighting • 28 parking spaces • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) Possible improvements include: • temporary restroom facilities • parking lot located on corner of NC 12 at Prospect Avenue Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-37 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter Ill 19. Glenmere Avenue Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Glenmere Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • approximately three parking spaces In an initial phase, the Town will consider upgrading this site to a pedestrian/bicycle access. Possible improvements include: • shower • bicycle parking rack • temporary restroom facilities • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • litter receptacle • gazebo • fencing • landscaping • lighting Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-3 8 • • • Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter Ill 20. Woodmere Avenue Ocean Access 9 • This neighborhood access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Woodmere Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. It was developed in 1995. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential. A link to the access or provided by a 5' wide concrete walk from NC 12 to Memorial Boulevard. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • dune crossover • wooden walkway • shower • landscaping • lighting • fencing • litter receptacle • bicycle parking rack • 60 parking spaces, two of which are reserved for the handicapped Possible improvements include: • 0 temporary restroom facilities Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-39 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 21. Ferris Avenue Ocean Access • This neighborhood access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Ferris Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. It was developed in 1994. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential and commercial. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • shower • fencing • litter receptacle • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • 40 parking spaces (east of NC 12), two of which are reserved for the handicapped • 15 parking spaces along Ferris Avenue from NC 12 to Memorial Boulevard Possible improvements include: • temporary restroom facilities Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 n U U U 22. Raleigh Avenue Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Raleigh Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential and unimproved land. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • four parking spaces The Town will consider upgrading this site to a bicycle/pedestrian only access. Possible improvements include: • temporary restroom facilities • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • shower • fencing • gazebo • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-41 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 23. Carlow Avenue Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Carlow Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. This access was developed in 1997 by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential and commercial. A link to the access is provided by a sandytrailfrom Memorial Boulevard to NC 12. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • gazebo • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • shower • fencing • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • 28 designated parking spaces Possible improvements include: • • • temporary restroom facilities • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-42 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 24. Sutton Avenue Ocean Access • • This neighborhood access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Sutton Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. This access was developed in 1989 by Comfort Inn. A site plan for this access is available in the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is commercial and multi -family. Nine parking spaces are provided to the west of this access on Sutton Avenue between NC 12 and Memorial Boulevard. Existing improvements include: • • CA`1A identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • litter receptacle • 44 parking spaces (east of NC 12), two of which are reserved for the handicapped Possible improvements include: • temporary restroom facilities • landscaping Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-43 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 25. Pinehurst Avenue Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Pinehurst Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. This access was developed in 1989 by Comfort Inn. Surrounding land use is residential and commercial. Existing improvements include: • CAM identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • approximately 30 parking spaces (gravel) Possible improvements include: • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • shower • fencing • gazebo • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • temporary restroom facilities • paved parking area • sidewalk from Memorial Boulevard to NC 12 • • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-44 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter Ill • • 26. Aviation Avenue Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 60' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Aviation Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is commercial. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • three unmarked parking spaces (non -designated) In an initial phase, the Town will consider upgrading this site to a bicycle/pedestrian access. Possible improvements include: • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • shower • fencing • gazebo • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • temporary restroom facilities • litter receptacle • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-45 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter l// 27. Ocean Bay Boulevard Ocean Access This regional access encompasses a 100' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. This regional access site is 100% handicapped accessible as special mats can be placed on the beach to provide access to the edge of the water. The access is located at Ocean Bay Boulevard and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. This access was developed in 1983 by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available at the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is commercial. A link to the access is provided by a bike trail which extends to the First Flight Schools and residential areas to the west. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • 28 parking spaces, two of which are reserved for handicapped • bathhouse • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • fencing • flag pole • landscaping • lighting • bicycle parking rack • • • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-46 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter III • • r� (27. Ocean Bay Boulevard Ocean Access continued) Existing improvements (continued): • recycling containers • additional parking located along Memorial Boulevard Possible improvements include: • negotiate trade (Aviation Avenue) or acquire additional land on oceanfront from Days Inn for additional parking • remodel bathhouse • acquire space for additional parking Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-47 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 28. Carlton Avenue Ocean Access Chapter 111 • This neighborhood access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and off -road and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Carlton Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. This access was developed in 1984 by Best Western Ocean Reef. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential and commercial. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • wooden walkway • eight parking spaces Possible improvements include: • litter receptacle • bicycle parking rack • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where applicable) - possible public/private venture with motel • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates I WRT\9820 III-43 is Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 29. Oregon Avenue Ocean Access Chapter 111 This neighborhood access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Oregon Avenue and N. Virginia Dare Trail. The Town also owns a parcel of land, consisting mostly of dunes between Oregon and Carlton Avenues. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. This access was developed in 1989 by Dare County. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • bicycle parking rack • fencing • 10 parking spaces Possible improvements include: • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • shower • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible where practicable) • paved parking spaces • landscaping • temporary restroom facilities Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-49 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 30. Clark Street Ocean Access Chapter 1l1 This neighborhood access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Clark Street and S. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. This access was developed in 1987 by the Town of Hill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential. The Town has applied for a grant to remodel the access. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • wooden walkway • fencing • 14 designated parking spaces Possible improvements include: • n �J • replace wooden walkway • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • bicycle parking rack • lighting • • landscaping • parking improvements Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-5 0 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 • • • 31. Calvin Street Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Calvin Street and S. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. This access was developed by Peppertree Resorts. Surrounding land use is multi -family (condominiums). Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • wooden walkway • 10 parking spaces Possible improvements include: • relocate dumpster • replace wooden walkway (possible public/private venture with a multi -family development) Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-51 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 32. Martin Street Ocean Access Chapter 111 This neighborhood access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian access to the beach. The access is located at Martin Street and S. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. This access was developed in 1990 by Sun Dune Apartments. Surrounding land use is residential and multi -family (condominiums). Existing improvements include: • CW identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • bicycle parking rack • fencing • wooden walkway • 23 designated parking spaces • additional parking west of NC 12 on Wrightsville Boulevard Possible improvements include: • shower • landscaping • temporary restroom facilities • replace wooden walkway • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-52 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 C] • 33. Atlantic Street Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 40' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Atlantic Street and S. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • wooden walkway • perimeter timbers • 21 designated parking spaces Possible improvements include: • remove timbers - add fencing • bicycle parking rack • landscaping • lighting • temporary restroom facilities • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) •0 replace wooden walkway Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-53 PA��zk�i 63 .tom. '�'�'�`�•' rr�.,t�4'��'��',`-3 ,; �•�, _ , ' R' J f •� .2 .��., 1. , pr. Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter 111 0 35. Lake Drive Ocean Access This local access encompasses a 30' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Lake Drive and S. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Town of Kill Devil Hills. Surrounding land use is residential and a motel. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • parking (currently closed) Possible improvements include: • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • shower • bicycle parking rack • landscaping • lighting • temporary restroom facilities • reopen and pave parking area Planning for the development of this site must be coordinated with the North Carolina Department of Transportation, taking into account the existing culvert pipe for a stormwater outfall at this site. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-55 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter ill 36. Eighth Street Ocean Access This neighborhood access encompasses a 50' wide right-of-way providing pedestrian and emergency vehicle access to the beach. The access is located at Eighth Street and S. Virginia Dare Trail. It is owned and maintained by the Towns of Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. A site plan is available in the Town Hall. This access was developed in 1993 by the Towns of Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head. Surrounding land use is residential. Existing improvements include: • CAMA identification sign and a sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • bicycle parking rack • landscaping • wooden walkway (handicapped accessible) • fencing • shower • 18 designated and one handicapped parking spaces Possible improvements include: 0 0 • sand stabilization material for vehicle access (matting/webbing) • temporary restroom facilities • • gazebo Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 III-56 I or LOCAL ACCESS The purpose of local access sites is to provide a way to the ocean or sound for people who reside within walking distance of the water. Local access points should be located as frequently as possible, but preferably no more than 1/4 mile apart, unless regional and neighborhood accesses are available. At a minimum, local access points shall include: • walkway or maintained path from the rood to the beach or soundside shore • CAMA identification sign and sign stating applicable Town r es or restrictions • Gtter receptacle A127AW swr �\ -- NEIGHBORHOOD ACCESS Designed for people who choose to drive to the shoreline, neighborhood access points are ideally located approximately every 1/2 mile along the shoreline. Neighborhood access points shall include: • parking for at least 10 vehicles • wooden walkway or improved path from the parking area to the beach or soundside shore • observation deck where practical at the top of the primary dune or ct the soundside shoreline • bicycle parking rack • CAMA identification sign and sign stating applicable Town rules or restrictions • litter receptacle • if appropriate. emergency vehicle access • lighting as appropriate I U. S. DEPARTMENT m OF INTERIOR NATIONAL PARK SERVICE } m WRIGHT BROTHI . AIL REGIONAL ACCESS Regional access points provide more facilities for visitors than local or neighborhood accesses. Regional access facilities should be accessible to the handicapped. Regional access sites have: • perking for a minimum of 24 vehicles • restroom and bathhouse facilities • wooden walkways from the parking area to the beach or soundside shore • observation deck where practical at the top of the primary dune or end of pier • bicycle parking rack • CAIAA identification sign end sign stating cppGccble Town rules or restrictions . litter receptacles • if aPPrQPriate, emergency vehicle access • fighting as CPPropriate 1 t 1 r am Ar�urr �elw�r• t MRIGHT MEVORIAL d / TRA&I� �L_„-oa000aULa®a as 000 3a J3 � KILL DEVIL HILLS ff „ 32 3t 30 COAST GUARD STATION 28 Q A � o 29 < � < i Y < Y • S a $ < Town of Hill Devil Kills and Overman Associates 0 AYIy N 0 VAK /RCPMRUnON Or TtM YAK VaS nUM(� IN rAYtT �OuO, • ptN/T MIONp[D n 11c na i CAMMMA COASTAL YAAIAaE%,ojT RMIOrAtAK boo" MROS ► C%Vo YT M COAtTAI. Zopt IIAMAOo4off ACT 0 11rL AS ngCM, pb, a R THE Orri C Or CQAM AMa COASTAL IeSaupia YAMACD� NATIONAL OCR:AM NO AB105PIQIC AOr•571G11pR� TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS DARE COUNTY, NORTH CAROLINA SHORELINE ACCESS LOCATIONS LEGEND: INDICATES R/W BEACH ACCESS (PRIVATE) Qo INDICATES R/W BEACH ACCESS (LOCAL) INDICATES R/W BEACH ACCESS (NEIGHBORHOOD) INDICATES R/W BEACH ACCESS (REGIONAL) N � o = rn ORnF W to J C i m BA 77 3 3 opt N N = V U N i 3 < e� v H. CROATAN HWY U.S. 1,',r7 N. CRCATAN HWY — --JEDf (H1YY 12 1 ..- — , 0 o !� L a a C 114 s 15 N 13 G G 11 10 9 c 7 6 Q i 2 1 O wnw bi a N wnwv axw > III-57 Town of Kill Devil Hills Chapter IV 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update IV. BACKGROUND, POLICIES, AND IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES • A. Introduction Background, policies, and implementation strategies for the Town's shoreline access program emerge from analysis of the existing sites and consideration of present and future shoreline access needs. A proposed schedule for meeting some of the needs identified is presented in Chapter V. B. Management and Administration __ 1. Background Many of the issues and concerns noted and listed in Chapter I are related to activities on the ocean beach and are under the jurisdiction of law enforcement agencies. 2. Policy The Town supports the enforcement of laws and regulations to keep its beach and soundside accesses convenient, clean, safe, orderly, and attractive. 3. Implementation Strategies • The Town will rely on its Police Department and State regulatory agencies to police its access sites. • The Town will study regulations as necessary to foster convenient, clean, safe, orderly, and attractive access sites. C. Maintenance 40 1. Background In 1997-98, the Town spent approximately $6,476 for the maintenance of its beach access sites. Lighting costs are not included in that figure. With the proper amount of manpower/workforce, a regular maintenance schedule could be implemented with all jobs completed on a routine basis. 2. Policy The Town supports regular maintenance activities at shoreline access sites. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 IV-1 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update 3. Implementation Strategies Chapter IV • The Town will continue to allocate general fund monies from occupancy tax revenues for the maintenance of all sites to the appropriate standards for their respective designation. • The Town will seek North Carolina Coastal Estuarine and Beach Access Program grants and Dare County Tourist Bureau funds for upgrading and maintaining accessways. • The Town will use general fund maintenance allocations and grant contributions for sign placement, litter control, repairs to buildings, accessways, parking, and driveway areas. • The Town will implement maintenance/upkeep of beach accesses according to this Update. See EXHIBIT 4. • The Town will rely on its Public Works and Buildings and Grounds departments for maintenance activities. • The Town will study the costs and benefits of a regular beach grooming and cleaning program. • The Town will encourage groups and businesses to adopt a beach and conduct regular clean-ups. • The Town will support beach nourishment projects. n LJ • • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 IV-2 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter IV is LJ EXHIBIT 4 Maintenance/UpkeepMaintenance/Upkeep on Beach Accesses JOB TIME PERIOD Clean sand off beach access parking lots March. April Striping beach access parking lots March, April Repair fences, ramps. walkways & steps March, April De -winterize bathhouse & outdoor showers April Check fences, ramps, walkways, steps for damage April Winterize bathhouse & outdoor showers November Mowing March through October Planting (plant specific) January through December Pest Control (plant specific) January through December Fertilizing (plant specific) January through December Mulching (as needed) January through December Trimming/pruning (plant specific) March through November Irrigation (weather specific) March through November Landscaping/Hardscaping November through March Bulb Planting September through December Wildflowers September through January Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 IV-3 Town of Kill Devil Hills Chapter IV 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update D. Possible New Facilities and Improvements to Existing Facilities 1. Background With the exception of Hayman Boulevard, access sites north of the Avalon Pier are typically unimproved dune cut -through with little, if any, parking. Diminishing distance between the ocean and NC 12 in this area hinders the possibility of parking areas or walkway improvements. However, demand for access parking in the area remains high. South of Atlantic Street, Kill Devil Hills has only two local and one private access points. At least one neighborhood facility is needed in this area. Parking.development proposals have historically generated opposition from residents. In anticipation of this, the Town should work to notify neighboring property owners, publicize the plans, and provide opportunity for public comment. The Town should continue efforts to minimize impacts from development of parking areas. The high level of use at the existing ocean regional facility at E. Ocean Bay Boulevard demonstrates the need for additional regional facilities and additional parking at this facility. Locating a second facility poses a challenge because of the limited availability and high cost of oceanfront land, as well as concerns about the potential impact of a regional access on adjacent uses. Development in Kill Devil Hills is now primarily oriented along two north -south routes, Croatan Highway and Virginia Dare Trail. As the area between these two roads changes from residential use to more intense usage, routes connecting the two will take on new importance. Key routes between the two can become distinctive and attractive corridors for pedestrian and vehicular traffic. Streetscape features of a corridor include, but are not limited to, sidewalks, decorative plantings, benches, ornamental litter receptacles, and ornamental light fixtures. The corridor will have a beach access as a focal point. The larger rights -of -way are the most appropriate locations for such improvements. Corridor improvement projects could be instituted at the time these roads are repaved or major commercial projects take place in the vicinity. 0 40 Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 IV-4 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update ChapterlV 2. Policy The Town supports the construction and/or addition of shoreline access • facilities and/or improvements thereto. 0 3. Implementation Strategies • The Town will consider adopting a local policy of providing restroom facilities at accesses other than regional access sites. • The Town will consider the purchase or lease of property near beach accesses in order to provide convenient parking and access to the ocean beach. • The Town will support private sector initiatives to provide parking. • The Town will consider using the unimproved Eden Street right-of- way west of NC 12 for access parking. • The Town will consider improving the 100' wide right-of-way on Raymond Street for parking. • The Town will consider the lease or purchase of property on the west side of NC 12 near the Lake Drive ocean access in order to enhance the space needed for a neighborhood access. E. Site Acquisition 1. Background With the growth of soundside neighborhoods in recent years, the need for public soundside access facilities is increasing. In addition, increased demand and limited supply of ocean accesses in both the north and south ends of Town identify the need for additional facilities. 2. Policy The Town supports the acquisition of access sites for improvements and amenities when such acquisitions are determined to be in the best interests of the citizens of and visitors to the Town. 3. Implementation Strategies J • The Town will consider acquiring unbuildable lots on Kitty Hawk Bay west of Bay Drive between West Hayman Boulevard and West Bickett Street in order to provide public access and natural areas along the shoreline. • The Town will continue efforts to increase ocean access parking capacity, particularly in northern and southern Kill Devil Hills. • Consider acquisition of "private" or "homeowners" accesses where possible. Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 IV-5 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter IV F. Funding 1. Background • Funding for beach access improvements has come from State matching grants. Town funds, private sources and initiatives, and grants from the Dare County Tourist Bureau. Town money for the matching grants and for general maintenance has come from general fund revenues. This plan does not anticipate any substantial change in.the means used to fund shoreline access programs. However, additional options should be explored. 2. Policy The Town supports the expenditure of public (State. Federal, and Town) funds and private funds for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and rehabilitation of its shoreline accesses. 3. Implementation Strategies • The Town will continue to participation in the North Carolina Coastal and Estuarine Accesses grant program. • The Town will continue to pursue Dare County Tourist Bureau Restricted Fund grants for shoreline access development and redevelopment. . • The Town will continue to allocate matching funds for grants. • The Town will continue to allocate general fund revenues to operate, upgrade, and maintain accesses. • The Town will pursue grants and consider capital outlays for land acquisitions. • The Town will pursue grants for upgrades and repairs to accesses. • The Town will encourage developments with impact on shoreline access use to contribute to the public beach access program in a manner which directly addresses the impact of the development. • The Town will analyze facility fee financing for shoreline access development. • The Town will encourage land donation for shoreline accesses. • The Town will investigate alternative sources of funding, including programs such as parking stickers and parking meters and the use of Powell Bill funds, for improvement and maintenance of accesses. • The Town will lobby the State to allocate funding for maintenance and rehabilitation of shoreline access facilities. • Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 IV-6 Town of Kill Devil Hills 1998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter V. PROPOSED SCHEDULE • The importance of shoreline access to the econcmy and quality of life in Kill Devil Hills warrants that the Tcwn commit its resources to fulfilling the objectives of this plan. The following schedule is reccamended: Within four years, the Town will: • Improve Cameron/St. Louis Streets and Wallace/Helga Streets soundside accesses to local standards. • Develop Atlantic Street ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Investigate acquisition, donation, or lease of lard to provide ocean access parking or for purposes of storm hazard mitigation. • Conduct title search and establish ownership of the 10' ocean access easement at 1400 block of NC 12. • Improve Lake Drive ocean access to neichborhocd standards. • Improve Third Street ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Improve 'West Arch Street to local soundside access standards. • Construct a wooden, walkway at Oregon Avenue ocean access. •0 Improve Pinehurst Avenue ocean access to neighborhood standards. • Develop 100' and 90' right-of-ways in the commercial and high density zones for access parking in coordination with the development of major access corridors at Ocean Bay Boulevard and any other street suitable for corridor use in conjunction with the Wright Brothers 2003 Celebration. • Investigate possibility of coordinatine a parking plan with the Naticnal Park Service for the property kncwn as the 'Window to the Sea' between the Wright Brothers Monument and the ocean in conjunction with the Wright Brothers 2003 Celebration. • The Town will continue it's efforts to increase ocean access and parking capacity, particularly in northern and southern Kill Devil Hills. • The Town will work with adjacent land-owning entities, both public and private, for the purpose of investigating soundside access opportunities south of Ocean Bay Boulevard. Within eight years, the Tcwn will: • LT.prove, A`! i ati cn Avenue cc=--n access t0 nEichCGrhCcd Standards. �Piia$E 1: Ut1liZE t�'1E site as a bicycle/pecEstrian access.) • • The Tcwn will con$ iCE.r ac;. l rine uncuiit-ao ?E lats cn <iti y Haw< Bay. Ecwes of Eay Driv:bE%vE�� rust Hayman ulEva"Cand I rES% BICkeyam S t r E e t Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRi\9820 V-1 Town of Kill Devil Hills 9998 Shoreline Access Plan Update Chapter VI VI. MODEL STANDARDS The Town of Kill Devil Hills. through its long history of access development . projects. has developed model standards for improving accesses. The following exhibits are model standards that Kill Devil Hills will rely upon when reconstructing access improvements or constructing new improvements at sites. These model standards provide general guidance only and are not intended to be construction drawings or denote what will be installed or used at each access owned by the Town. C] is Town of Hill Devil Hills and Overman Associates WRT\9820 VI -I EXHIBI. 5 �J • 0 FENCE 6' HOLLYWOOD JUNIPERS 0.5' go 10 0' �--6.091- 20.0' 24.0' 10.0' CONCRETE WHEEL BUMPERS 18 0' T 0 ,: 4 �0' ❑ LIGHT TIC SIZE, SPACWG AND MTALLATION METHODS SHOWN I=ON ARE IIV4ENDED TO ILLUSTRATE THE DESIRED STANDARDS ADOPTED BY 7I1E TOWN OF MIL DEVIL HILLS. ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION DETARS MUST BE DESIGNED BY A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION PARKING LAYOUT FOR 60 " ACCESS THE TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS 1998 SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN UPDATE PREPARED BY. ALBEMARLE ENGINEERING, INC., KILL DEVIL HILLS, NORTH CAROLINA VI - 2 EXHIBIT 6 SHOW !ED PIPE DECK \\jj \\\ \\%\\% i\��� THE SIZE, SPACING AND INSTALL47TON METHODS SHOWN HEREON ARE IlYTMED TO ILLUSTRATE THE DESIRED STANDARDS ADOPTED BY M TOWN OF KILL DEVIL R S. ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION DETAIIS MUST BE DESIGNED BY A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION RINSE SHOWER DETAIL NM THE TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS 1998 SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN UPDATE PREPARED BY: ALBEMARLE ENGINEERING, INC., KILL DEVIL HILLS, NORTH CAROLINA • • 0 EXHIBIT 7 0 • ;r apt` !•` NORTH CAROLINA POWER COLONIAL LIGHT ON CONCRETE POLE (14' MOUNTING HEIGHT) IN Ox ��\\\//\\//\ THE SIZE, SPACING AND IKSTALLA77ON METHODS SHOWN HEREON ARE DnZNDED TO ILLUSTRATE TBE DESIRED STANDARDS ADOPTED BY THE TOWN OF KILL DEVIL IBIS. ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION DETAIIS MUST BE DESIGNED BY A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO CONSTRUC17ON LIGHTING DETAIL N THE TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS 1998 SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN UPDATE PREPARED BY: ALBEMARLE ENGINEERING, INC., KILL DEVIL HILLS, NORTH CAROLINA VI - 4 EXHIBIT 8 lb THE SM, SPACING AND LNSTAU ATION METHODS SHOWN HEREON ARE INTENDED TO LLLUSTRATE THE DES71M STANDARDS ADOPTED BY THE TOWN OF MIL DEVIL HILLS. ACTUAL CONSTRUCTION DETAILS MUST BE DESIGNED BY A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION COVERED GAZEBO NTS THE TOWN OF KILL DEVIL HILLS 1998 SHORELINE ACCESS PLAN UPDATE PREPARED BY: ALBEMARLE ENGINEERING, INC., KILL DEVIL HILLS, NORTH CAROLINA tAmlo11 v • 0 = SIZE, SPACING AND LVSTALLATION METHODS SHOWN BEREON ARE LVTENDED TO ILLUSTRATE TEE DESIRED STANDARDS ADOPTED BY THE TOWN OF ILL DEVIL HILLS. 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