H.R.1885 - Town of North Topsail Beach Coastal Barrier Resources System Map Amendment Act of 2025 (119th Congress)
Summary
H.R. 1885, the "Town of North Topsail Beach Coastal Barrier Resources System Map Amendment Act of 2025," aims to revise the boundaries of a specific unit (L06) within the John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System (CBRS) in North Topsail Beach, North Carolina. The bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to exclude parcels within the town that are zoned for purposes other than conservation from the CBRS map. This exclusion would apply only to areas within the municipality of North Topsail Beach.
Expected Effects
The primary effect of this bill would be to remove certain parcels of land in North Topsail Beach from the John H. Chafee Coastal Barrier Resources System. This would likely allow for development on those parcels that would otherwise be restricted due to their inclusion in the CBRS. The change could lead to increased property values and development opportunities within the designated area.
Potential Benefits
- Potential for increased property values for landowners within the excluded area.
- Opportunities for new development and economic activity in North Topsail Beach.
- Greater local control over land use decisions within the town.
- Streamlined permitting processes for development projects on the excluded parcels.
- Clarification of land use regulations for property owners and developers.
Most Benefited Areas:
Potential Disadvantages
- Potential for increased environmental impact due to development in a coastal barrier area.
- Possible loss of natural habitat and biodiversity within the excluded area.
- Increased risk of property damage from coastal hazards such as storms and erosion.
- Reduced eligibility for federal flood insurance for properties developed in the excluded area.
- Potential strain on local infrastructure and resources due to increased development.
Most Disadvantaged Areas:
Constitutional Alignment
This bill appears to align with the US Constitution, particularly Article I, Section 8, which grants Congress the power to regulate commerce and property. The bill does not appear to infringe upon any individual rights or liberties protected by the Bill of Rights. The act of modifying a map and potentially allowing for development does not inherently violate any constitutional principles.
Impact Assessment: Things You Care About ⓘ
This action has been evaluated across 19 key areas that matter to you. Scores range from 1 (highly disadvantageous) to 5 (highly beneficial).