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Preliminary Findings and Generic Issues (cont)
5. Institutional and Legal Issues
� Definition of “shoreline” and “state coastal waters” to be
duly considered and adopted by State Gov
� No legislation which specifically addresses issues related
to coastal zone or shoreline either at Fed or state level.
DID’s initiative with the Draft Shoreline Management Bill
may be a model law to be adopted and implemented by
Penang State
� Adverse impact of reclamation may be addressed through
EIA and DOE Guideline but with limitations
� Most local authorities do not have funds or staff dedicated
for shoreline management. No by-laws for control of
activities on shoreline or coastal areas
� Enforcement capacity among agencies is limited.