How can school or university students obtain information for their research or project activities?
- The required information can be obtained from the Department's website.
- Required information can also be obtained by visiting the Department on weekdays from 9.00 a.m. to 4.00 p.m.
How can I obtain the posters and booklets published by the Coast Conservation and Coastal Resource Management Department?
Posters and booklets are available at the Department's library.
How can I obtain information on coral reefs and biodiversity?
Information on coral reefs and biodiversity can be obtained from the Coastal Resource Management Division of the Department.
How can I obtain information on sea turtles?
Information on sea turtles can be obtained from the Coastal Resource Management Division of the Department.
How can I obtain information on mangroves?
Information on mangroves can be obtained from the Coastal Resource Management Division of the Department.
How can I obtain permission to collect or transport sea sand?
Permission to collect up to 02 cubic units of sea sand (subject to the maximum allowable limit and availability) for public purposes can be obtained from the Coast Conservation and Coastal Resource Management Department by submitting a written request. Permission to transport sea sand must also be obtained from the Geological Survey and Mines Bureau (GSMB).
Can sea sand be purchased?
No. Sea sand cannot be purchased.
What is the permit procedure for carrying out development activities within the coastal zone, and what documents are required?
This page is under construction.
Can information regarding tsunami situations and their impacts be obtained?
Information can be obtained from the Department of Meteorology.
Who should be informed in the event of coastal erosion?
- Department Head Office – Chief Engineer (Coastal Works)
- Regional Offices of the Department – Regional Engineer
What are the setback limits within the coastal zone?
This page is under construction.
What is the length of Sri Lanka's coastline?
Approximately 1,680 km.
What are the boundaries of the coastal zone?
This page is under construction.
Where are the Department's Regional Offices located? Who are the Regional Heads, and what are the contact details of the Regional Offices?
The required information can be found under the Contact Information section.
Which Ministry is this Department under?
Ministry of Urban Development, Construction and Housing.
What is the name and designation of the Head of the Department?
Eng. R.A.S. Ranawaka
Director General of Coast Conservation and Coastal Resource Management
