Waterbody Barrier (Seawall) Compliance

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The purpose of the Waterbody Barrier ordinance is to enhance the health, safety, and general welfare of the public and protect our natural resources by requiring property owners to obtain and maintain a Certificate of Registration of Waterbody Barrier. These regulations facilitate preventative maintenance planning and regular inspections to reduce the occurrence of waterbody barrier compromise or failure, as well as protocols to guide appropriate emergency response activities. Identifying waterbody barriers and monitoring their structural integrity to identify potential issues prior to catastrophic failures will protect the health and safety of the public, reduce negative impacts on the environment, and preserve the stability of our drinking water supply.

Steps to Obtain Waterbody Registration  

 

Step 1: Create eLAPS Account

  • Access eLAPS here 
  • Select New Users: Register for an Account
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to create an account

 

Step 2: Register Waterbody (Seawall) 

Note: You MUST have the following Documents and information before beginning the Waterbody Barrier registration: Wayne County Registered Deed, Seawall Report, Emergency Contact information (other than Owner).

  1. After logging into eLAPS account, select the Code Enforcement tab
  2. Accept the website terms
  3. Expand the Property Maintenance category then select Waterbody Barrier Registration
    1. Upload Wayne County Registered Deed
    2. Upload Seawall Report
    3. Upload Geotechnical Report (Required if storing outside aggravate material)
  4. Schedule an inspection with state licensed engineer
  5. Make recommended repairs per Seawall Report
  6. Schedule a reinspection with state licensed engineer
  7. Upload approved report provided by state licensed engineer to elaps account
    1. Upload Seawall Report
    2. Upload Geotechnical Report (required if storing outside aggravate material)
  8. An Exterior inspection shall be scheduled and performed
  9. Submitted documents will be reviewed
    1. Pass: Inspection and documents, a Waterbody Registration will be issued via mail
    2. Fail: Inspection and/or documents, a letter of rejection will be issued via mail
  10. Pay ALL fees HERE 
  11. Contact Property Maintenance (313) 628-2451 if additional information is needed