Maryland DNR: Chesapeake and Coastal Service – Annapolis, MD

Maryland DNR: Chesapeake and Coastal Service

Coastal Management and Restoration

The Chesapeake and Coastal Service (CCS), a unit of the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, is located within the Tawes State Office Building in Annapolis. This division is the state’s primary lead for coastal zone management, aiming to balance economic development with the preservation of Maryland’s fragile natural resources. The agency provides essential technical and financial assistance to local governments and communities for projects related to shoreline restoration, climate resilience, and waterway improvements. 🌊🦀

• Living Shorelines: Promotes soft shoreline stabilization techniques to reduce erosion and create habitat.
• Grants and Funding: Administers the Chesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund to support restoration projects.
• Climate Resiliency: leads the Coast Smart Council to help communities adapt to sea-level rise and coastal flooding.
• Public Access: Works to expand public recreational access to the Chesapeake Bay and its tributaries.

Visitor Protocols

The Tawes State Office Building is a secure government facility. Visitors must enter through the main lobby and undergo security screening, including bag checks and metal detection. Identification is required for entry. Parking is strictly regulated; while limited 30-minute parking is available for quick visits, most visitors should utilize the paid parking at the adjacent Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Gold Lot). 👮‍♂️🚗