Ocean City considers ban on beach tents

Ocean City considers ban on beach tents

Ocean City is considering a ban on beach tents and restrictions on canopies over complaints from beachgoers. City Manager Terry McGean said the number of tents on the beach during peak times has substantially increased over the past few years — along with the number of complaints. Some visitors and residents are also upset about the people setting up large “front row” areas early morning and leaving tents unattended for hours. “[The increased nu…

Certain tents could be banned from Ocean City

Your trip to Ocean City this summer could look a lot different, based on some possible new regulations. The Town Council in Ocean City is considering a possible ban on those 10-by-10 tents that have become popular to shield beachgoers from the sun. The council says  it has received a number of complaints from people arguing they can’t see the ocean or being grouped together. Some of those complaints also include people setting up tents in the mo…