Framework for a progressive Beach Access and Protection policy
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Declaration of general and unfettered rights to the entire beach and river ecosystems to be constitutionally enshrined as pillars of the country’s ecological heritage.
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Reform of Land laws to provide beach and river bank easements on properties that adjoin the sea or rivers.
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Creation of a coastal protection zone with a minimum of 60 feet above the high water mark around the entire island.
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A coastal conservation plan to restore and protect the beach and river ecosystem.
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An immediate moratorium on new construction within 65 feet of the high water mark and along river banks.
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An immediate suspension on all sales of public lands adjoining the sea and surrounding rivers.
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Development of a Coastal and river land trust to hold all lands adjoining the sea and rivers in perpetuity for the people of Jamaica.
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Suspension of Majority foreign ownership of coastal and river lands in Jamaica to protect waterway sovereignty.
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The Granting of rights of Nature status for the Beach and main river ecosystems in Jamaica