USCG: New South Carolina Vessel Turn-In Program
‘Sullivan, James P LT USCG (USA)’ via General Contact |
| Mon, Mar 11, 10:31 AM (1 day ago) | | |
to D07-SMB-SECTORCHASN-WWM |
|
Good Morning All,
The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control’s Office of Ocean and Coastal Resource Management (DHEC OCRM) is piloting a new preventative Vessel Turn-In Program (VTIP) to allow boat owners to surrender aging, unwanted, or at-risk vessels (for free) before they become a problem. They will even disassemble and dispose of the vessel at no cost to the owner, using the most sustainable disposal and recycling options available. Although this program does not apply to existing abandoned and derelict vessels, it is a huge step forward for protecting SC waterways.
Please see attached one-pager and text below for additional information. Feel free to forward this email as you see fit.
When is the first Turn-In Event?
The first Vessel Turn-In event will be held in the Charleston area in the summer of 2024. Details will be published by SCDHEC once plans are solidified.
Who is Eligible?
Private citizens and businesses within South Carolina’s eight coastal counties.
How can I Apply?
Complete the South Carolina VTIP application by visiting https://scdhec.gov/ADV
Contact Julia Chrisco for additional information.
- DHEC Press Release – LINK
- OCRM VTIP Webpage (includes the link to apply) – LINK
- Facebook Post – LINK
Very Respectfully,
LT James P. Sullivan
Waterways Management Div., Chief
CG Sector Charleston
(843) 740-3184
Click here for VTIPOnePager_2
Be the first to comment!