September 23, 2021

KDH Beach Driving Begins October 1
Permits Now on Sale

The Town of Kill Devil Hills’ beach driving permits are now available for purchase for the 2021-2022 beach driving season. The town’s beach driving season runs from October 1st through April 30th.

Beach driving permits are available at the second floor Cashier’s Window in KDH Town Hall, 102 Town Hall Drive (Town Hall hours are M-F, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.). Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Town Hall is open by appointment only. Please call 252-449-5338 to schedule a time best for you to pick up your beach driving permit and information packet.

KDH seasonal permits are $25 and KDH temporary permits are $10 (good for 14 days). Temporary permits are only available for purchase at the KDH Town Hall. In addition to payment, the following information will need to be provided: driver’s license, proof of insurance, and the vehicle’s registration certificate (VIN number and license plate number).

The Towns of Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head have a reciprocal program that allows a KDH beach driving permit holder to drive on Nags Head beaches and vice versa.

Please note: The new beach driving speed limit is 15 mph. In addition, storms and high tides can cause rough beach conditions and may limit driving room. During high tides, portions of the beach are likely to become impassible. Obey all closure signs and notices. Check the Town’s website and social media pages (FB, IG) regularly for any possible closures. 

For additional beach driving information, including maps and safety tips, visit the Town’s website.

Recently Adopted Proclamations

At its September 13th meeting, the Board of Commissioners adopted the following proclamations:

• Proclamation Declaring September 17 – 23, 2021, as Constitution Week
• Proclamation Declaring September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
• Proclamation of the Kill Devil Hills Board of Commissioners Declaring  October 3-9, 2021, as Fire Prevention Week
• Resolution Opposing the United States Fish & Wildlife Service’s Proposed Designation of Critical Habitat Unit NC-4 (Emerald Isle – Atlantic Beach) for the Red Knot Rufa Shorebird