Damaged beach huts to be removed by New Forest District Council
It added that under the licence conditions, the removal of a beach hut from the site is the responsibility of the owner.The council said the operation has been funded by beach hut income and contributions from the beach hut owners.
Councillor Geoffrey Blunden, portfolio holder for environment and sustainability with NFDC, said: "We have every sympathy with those who have experienced impacts at this very challenging coastal area and have actively engaged with hut owners and the New Forest Beach Hut Owners Association."Beach erosion and cliff movement caused by winter storms has damaged some beach huts and caused others at the eastern end of Hordle Cliff to be at greater risk from future storms."We advise anyone considering buying a beach hut or other asset on, or close to, the coast to consider the risk before purchasing. "People are welcome to contact our coastal team to understand the risks."
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