Beach & Waterfront Access Grants 2021-22 Grant Application Cycle The Pre-application cycle closed April 16, 2021. DCM will review the pre-applications and select a number of proposals for further consideration based on available funding. Local governments whose proposals are selected will be invited to submit a Final Application with more detailed project information. Final Applications are anticipated to be due by 5 pm on Monday, August 16, 2021. Prior to submitting a Final Application, the local government must hold a public meeting or hearing to discuss its proposal and consider comments prior to its decision to submit a Final Application for state funds. All final applicants will be notified in October if their project has been selected for funding. If you have any questions about the grant program please contact your District Planner. Eligible Applicants Project Priority Eligible Projects Deadlines Applying Reimbursement ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS The 20 coastal counties and municipalities therein that have public trust waters (ocean, estuarine or riverine waters) within their jurisdictions. Criteria used to prioritize and select projects to receive grant assistance: Lack of access opportunities in the area; Demonstrated need for the project due to high demand and limited opportunities; Project is identified in a local beach or waterfront access plan or certified CAMA Land Use Plan; Community has not received previous assistance from this grant program; The commitment of matching funds exceeds the minimum required local match; Project proposal includes multiple funding sources (in addition to DCM); Location includes donated land deemed “unbuildable” due to regulations or physical limitations and; The community has demonstrated its ability to complete previous projects and/or has demonstrated its ability to operate and maintain facilities previously funded. ELIGIBLE PROJECTS Examples of eligible projects include the following: Land Acquisition/Easement Purchase of land for future public access facilities. Purchase of easements for public access. Proposals that include both land acquisition and site improvements are to be submitted under separate applications. Construction Projects Facilities such as dune crossovers, boardwalks, and piers that provide access to the water Support facilities such as parking areas, restrooms and other facilities. Boat Launch facilities- boat launch and ramp facilities, whether motorized or not, may be part of a project provided pedestrian access is still a major component of the project. Rehabilitation Urban waterfront access sites - improved public access to deteriorating or underutilized urban waterfronts through reconstruction or rehabilitation. Reconstruction or relocation of existing damaged public access facilities. Primarily for sites not originally funded by this program or for improvements to any sites at least fifteen (15) years old. APPLICATION SCHEDULE The application process has three steps: Pre-application, invitation to submit a Final Application, and grant contract approval. Local governments whose proposals are selected will be invited to submit a Final Application with more detailed project information. Application Cycle Important Dates Pre-application Due April 16, 2021 Final Application Due August 16, 2021 Final Applicant Notified of Funding October 2021 Contracts Start January - February 2022 APPLICATION MATERIALS Contact your DCM District Planner before applying to discuss your potential project. 2021-22 application winow has closed. 2022-23 Pre-application - scheduled to be released January 2022 Information on previous grants awarded can be found here. CLOSEOUT MATERIALS Contact your District Planner for Closeout Package Related Content Past Grants Awarded Beach and Waterfront Access Map
Beach & Waterfront Access Grants 2021-22 Grant Application Cycle The Pre-application cycle closed April 16, 2021. DCM will review the pre-applications and select a number of proposals for further consideration based on available funding. Local governments whose proposals are selected will be invited to submit a Final Application with more detailed project information. Final Applications are anticipated to be due by 5 pm on Monday, August 16, 2021. Prior to submitting a Final Application, the local government must hold a public meeting or hearing to discuss its proposal and consider comments prior to its decision to submit a Final Application for state funds. All final applicants will be notified in October if their project has been selected for funding. If you have any questions about the grant program please contact your District Planner. Eligible Applicants Project Priority Eligible Projects Deadlines Applying Reimbursement ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS The 20 coastal counties and municipalities therein that have public trust waters (ocean, estuarine or riverine waters) within their jurisdictions. Criteria used to prioritize and select projects to receive grant assistance: Lack of access opportunities in the area; Demonstrated need for the project due to high demand and limited opportunities; Project is identified in a local beach or waterfront access plan or certified CAMA Land Use Plan; Community has not received previous assistance from this grant program; The commitment of matching funds exceeds the minimum required local match; Project proposal includes multiple funding sources (in addition to DCM); Location includes donated land deemed “unbuildable” due to regulations or physical limitations and; The community has demonstrated its ability to complete previous projects and/or has demonstrated its ability to operate and maintain facilities previously funded. ELIGIBLE PROJECTS Examples of eligible projects include the following: Land Acquisition/Easement Purchase of land for future public access facilities. Purchase of easements for public access. Proposals that include both land acquisition and site improvements are to be submitted under separate applications. Construction Projects Facilities such as dune crossovers, boardwalks, and piers that provide access to the water Support facilities such as parking areas, restrooms and other facilities. Boat Launch facilities- boat launch and ramp facilities, whether motorized or not, may be part of a project provided pedestrian access is still a major component of the project. Rehabilitation Urban waterfront access sites - improved public access to deteriorating or underutilized urban waterfronts through reconstruction or rehabilitation. Reconstruction or relocation of existing damaged public access facilities. Primarily for sites not originally funded by this program or for improvements to any sites at least fifteen (15) years old. APPLICATION SCHEDULE The application process has three steps: Pre-application, invitation to submit a Final Application, and grant contract approval. Local governments whose proposals are selected will be invited to submit a Final Application with more detailed project information. Application Cycle Important Dates Pre-application Due April 16, 2021 Final Application Due August 16, 2021 Final Applicant Notified of Funding October 2021 Contracts Start January - February 2022 APPLICATION MATERIALS Contact your DCM District Planner before applying to discuss your potential project. 2021-22 application winow has closed. 2022-23 Pre-application - scheduled to be released January 2022 Information on previous grants awarded can be found here. CLOSEOUT MATERIALS Contact your District Planner for Closeout Package Related Content Past Grants Awarded Beach and Waterfront Access Map
