Section 54-1103. Coastal rehabilitation projects

As  used  in  this  title, "coastal rehabilitation project" shall mean
  those projects which  serve  a  public  purpose  for  beach  nourishment
  necessary  to maintain the natural functions of beach areas, maintenance
  of the natural passage of sand along  coastal  areas,  emergency  breach
  closures and similar activities undertaken by the state, a municipality,
  or a not-for-profit corporation which demonstrates to the commissioner's
  satisfaction  that  it is financially and otherwise capable of operating
  and maintaining the project, for the restoration and  rehabilitation  of
  coastal areas diminished, damaged or destroyed by natural forces.