North Carolina § 153A-438 - Beach erosion control and flood and hurricane protection works.
Full text of North Carolina North Carolina General Statutes § 153A-438 — Beach erosion control and flood and hurricane protection works., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 153A-438. Beach erosion control and flood and hurricane protection works.
A county may appropriate revenues not otherwise limited as to use by law to finance the acquisition, construction, reconstruction, extension, maintenance, improvement, or enlargement of groins, jetties, dikes, moles, walls, sand dunes, vegetation, or other types of works or improvements that are designed for controlling beach erosion, for protection from hurricane floods, or for preserving or restoring facilities and natural features that afford protection to the beaches and other land areas of the county and to the life and property of the county. History (1965, c. 307, s. 1; 1971, c. 1159, s. 3; 1973, c. 822, s. 1.)
Source: official North Carolina text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About North Carolina § 153A-438
What does North Carolina General Statutes § 153A-438 cover?
Section 153A-438 ("Beach erosion control and flood and hurricane protection works.") is part of the North Carolina General Statutes, the codified statutory law of North Carolina. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite North Carolina § 153A-438?
A common citation format is "North Carolina General Statutes § 153A-438" (North Carolina). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of North Carolina law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the North Carolina official source linked on this page or consult a licensed North Carolina attorney.
How does North Carolina § 153A-438 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in North Carolina can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in North Carolina.