North Carolina H887 establishes rules for addressing abandoned and derelict vessels in state waters and on public and private land.

North Carolina H887 sets forth regulations for handling abandoned and derelict vessels. It defines "abandoned vessel" and "derelict vessel," and outlines procedures for the Commission to follow when identifying such vessels. The Commission must post notice and attempt to notify the owner, requiring them to correct issues or remove the vessel within 30 days. Failure to comply results in the vessel being deemed abandoned and subject to forfeiture, with the owner liable for removal and environmental restoration costs. The Commission can extend deadlines but only once.

North Carolina H887 establishes rules for addressing abandoned and derelict vessels in state waters and on public and private land.

North Carolina H887 sets forth regulations for handling abandoned and derelict vessels. It defines "abandoned vessel" and "derelict vessel," and outlines procedures for the Commission to follow when identifying such vessels. The Commission must post notice and attempt to notify the owner, requiring them to correct issues or remove the vessel within 30 days. Failure to comply results in the vessel being deemed abandoned and subject to forfeiture, with the owner liable for removal and environmental restoration costs. The Commission can extend deadlines but only once.