The Town of Duck is seeking requests for proposals from qualified contractors to implement the following project. Construction of a Stormwater Wetland/Rain Garden The northern Town of Duck Park entrance is the watershed for all areas north, south and east of its entrance. This area frequently has standing water despite a small channel to assist […]
Duck Trail Improvements Continue
The additional sections of duck trail improvements are underway from Blue Heron south ~690 linear feet. The Duck Trail in the areas between Martin Lane north and south to existing improvements are still closed as sections of permeable pavement are being installed and final grading has not yet been completed. The area from Blue Heron […]
Portion of Duck Trail Closed for Repairs beginning Wednesday, September 16, 2020
The Duck Trail between Waxwing and Station Bay will be closed beginning today, September 16, 2020 for trail demolition and replacement with concrete and stormwater improvements. Work is expected to continue through the end of October. Please use caution and exercise patience with moving through this area.
Town Seeking Damage Assessment Volunteers
The Town of Duck is seeking volunteers to serve as members of a team assisting the community in assessing damage to buildings and structures resulting from significant storms. Following storms that cause significant damage to public and private property, the Town of Duck is required to prepare a preliminary damage assessment within 24 hours. To […]
Duck Comprehensive & CAMA Land Use Plan moves to public hearing at August 5 Council Meeting
On Wednesday, August 5, 2020 at 7:00 p.m., the Town Council of the Town of Duck will conduct a public hearing and consider adoption of the following resolution: Resolution 20-06 Resolution of the Town Council of the Town of Duck, North Carolina Adopting the Town of Duck Comprehensive & CAMA Land Use Plan The proposed […]
Duck Town Council Adopts New Flood Insurance Rate Maps
The Duck Town Council adopted the revised Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) on May 20, 2020. The effective date of the new maps is June 19, 2020. The maps can be used for flood insurance rating purposes on or after the June 19, 2020 effective date. Although the FIRMs have been finalized by the federal […]
Coastal Hazards Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessment Completed by Western Carolina
In February 2020, Western Carolina University’s Program for the Study of Developed Shorelines completed a Coastal Hazards Infrastructure Vulnerability Assessment for the Town of Duck, North Carolina. This assessment evaluated individual buildings and roads, allowing the Town to compare the vulnerability of individual assets to develop more detailed adaptation plans and strategies. The assessment focused […]
Town of Duck issues Temporary Accommodations for Businesses Subject to Covid-19 Restrictions
On Wednesday, May 20, the governor signed NC Executive Order 141, the Safer at Home Order and Phase 2 Easing of Restrictions. EO 141 FAQs Within the Town of Duck, the Mayor has authorized the Temporary Accommodation for Businesses Subject to Covid-19 Restrictions which temporarily offers more flexible standards for the use of outdoor dining […]
Draft Revised Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance Available for Review
Consistent with the adoption timeline set by federal law, the new FEMA flood maps and accompanying flood damage prevention ordinance must be adopted by the Town of Duck effective June 19, 2020. The upcoming flood map amendments show 837 properties in the Town of Duck being shifted out of current special flood hazard areas (V […]