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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - If my property has to be demolished, why don't I receive compensation for the effects of coastal erosion in the same way that victims of flooding do?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/compensationIt is not Government policy to compensate victims of coastal erosion.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - What planning guidance is available for coastal communities in and around Great Yarmouth.
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/planning-guidanceThe joint Coastal Adaptation Supplementary Planning Document (SPD), prepared in partnership by East Suffolk Council, Great Yarmouth Borough Council, North Norfo...
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - Can members of the public put objects on the beach in an attempt to slow down erosion?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/beach-objectsThe placing of blocks or other material on the beach without the consent of the Coast Protection Authority is an offence under section 16(1) of the Coast Protec...
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - If further properties are at risk in The Marrams why are homes there still being marketed for sale by estate agents?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/marrams-propertiesGreat Yarmouth Borough Council does not have the legal powers to prevent home sales and purchases.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - I have heard that Anglian Water might be able to pay for defences in Hemsby because it has pipes and assets in the area which need to be protected from erosion. What is happening?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/anglian-waterAnglian Water has significant limitations on what it can fund and is over-subscribed with partner projects for any funding that is available.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - If a property has to be demolished because it is unsafe and structurally unsound due to erosion who pays for the work to be carried out and how does the process work?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/demolition-compensationThe Council is obliged to offer and facilitate demolition. The Council then reclaims the cost of demolition from the Government.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - What Council help is available to me if I fear my home is at risk from erosion?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/council-helpDue to the nature of the erosion at Hemsby it is impossible to provide a timeline for when a particular property may be affected by shoreline degradation.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - If I live on Fakes Road or St Mary's Road in Hemsby. How long will it be until coastal erosion affects me?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/fakes-road-st-marys-roadDue to the nature of the erosion at Hemsby it is impossible to provide a timeline for when a particular property may be affected by shoreline degradation.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - What planning is taking place to help Hemsby adapt to continued coastal erosion?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/planningDetails on the development opportunities for protecting Hemsby through Coastal Partnership East.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - Why hasn't Great Yarmouth Borough Council applied to the Environment Agency for funding for the 1.3km rock berm for which it has planning permission?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/environment-agency-fundingDetails on how funding can be applied for and what is available to assist in protecting Hemsby.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - What has Great Yarmouth Borough Council done to protect Hemsby from coastal erosion?
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/council-actionDetails on what the Council has been doing to hack tackle the coastal erosion issues affecting Hemsby.
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Hemsby and coastal erosion - frequently asked questions - Introduction
https://www.great-yarmouth.gov.uk/hemsby-and-coastal-erosion/introductionThe coastline in our part of East Anglia is one of the most dynamic and rapidly changing in Europe. For decades, storms, strong winds and high tides have had an...