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North Carolina may finally lift a 40-year-old ban on seawalls as coastal erosion claims over 30 homes since 2020. Two Senate bills propose controlled seawall construction— one to establish rules, the other to pilot a small program for at-risk homes—with monitoring and removal plans. Supporters say new tech offers smarter solutions and property owners deserve more options than just relocation. Critics warn seawalls could harm neighboring areas and question if hard structures are truly sustainable, urging evidence-based policy. Proponents point to successful projects like a terminal groin, arguing seawalls can be part of a broader, cost-effective strategy alongside beach nourishment and relocation.

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