§ 17.12.470. Boating prohibited within 300 yards of shore—Exceptions.

No person shall operate any vessel within 300 yards of the shoreline of any beach regulated by this Part 3 except:

A.

When necessary to sail the vessel from or to a place of lawful mooring.

B.

When necessary due to an emergency aboard the vessel.

C.

When engaged in the use of a kayak, dory, surf ski, or catamaran not exceeding 22 feet in length from or to the beach through the designated ocean access corridor that has been established by the Director or the Fire Chief for the launching and landing of such vessels at the beach, but in no event within 150 yards of any pier.

D.

Film and television production companies shall be allowed to launch and land personal watercraft in an area designated by the Director or the Fire Chief for such activity, provided the activity is conducted pursuant to the conditions imposed by either or both such officials.

(Ord. 2012-0005 § 52, 2012: Ord. 85-0206 § 8, 1985: Ord. 9767 Art. 3 § 56, 1969.)