Sec. 13-100. - Transient anchoring and anchorages.
Part of the Code of Ordinances of East Providence, RI.
The text
(a)
Generally. A vessel may anchor on its own anchor in the coastal waters and harbor areas of the city except in federal navigation channels, navigation fairways, mooring fields, swimming areas, rights-of-way ingress and egress areas, and launching ramp areas, for a period not to exceed 24 hours, or at the discretion of the harbormaster. Written consent from the harbormaster is required for extended visits of more than 24 hours. No vessel anchored under such conditions shall be left unattended. Owners and/or operators of such vessels may go ashore, but must be available to tend the vessel in the event of heavy weather. It shall be the vessel owner's and/or operator's responsibility to remain clear of all moored vessels, and other structures.
(b)
Transient anchorages. The following areas are established for use as transient anchorage areas:
Bullocks Cove Mooring #500 North.
Bullocks Cove Mooring # 501 South.
Crescent Beach Mooring #502 South.
Crescent Beach Mooring #503 Middle.
Crescent Beach Mooring #504 North.
Pomham Lighthouse #505.
Transient mooring fees shall be $40.00 per day or $200.00 per week.
(Rev. Ords. 1987, § 13-100; Ch. 199, § VIII, 2-19-02; Ch. 438, § I, 11-6-07; Ch. 556-C, 5-31-13)