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title: O.C.G.A. § 12-5-310. Legislative purpose.
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# O.C.G.A. § 12-5-310. Legislative purpose.

It is the purpose of this part to protect the beaches and shores of the state from erosion by preserving natural vegetative cover to bind the sand of such beaches and shores.

## History

Ga. L. 1973, p. 727, § 1.

## Cross References

Wildflower preservation generally, § 12-6-170 et seq. Contents of ordinances, resolutions, and other provisions adopted for purpose of governing activities which may result in soil erosion or sedimentation of waters or lands, § 12-7-6.