Boston, MA 06\/16\/2014 (wallstreetpr) \u2013 Few days more for residents of Lake Norman & Lake Wylie to enjoy inflatables as Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:DUK) <\/b>going to ban water support toys. The Spokeswoman for Duke, Lisa Hoffmann says that company notices big water anchored toys and inflatables on lakes. As per shoreline Authority guidelines any float is banned as it can block the access to navigation and can spoil the beauty and aesthetics\u2019 of the place. It is noteworthy that these guidelines were established 8 years ago.<\/p>\n
Marine Associates Disagree<\/b><\/p>\n
However, the owner of the Marine Supply brand Four Season, Mark Cotter, does not consider inflatables as a threat to navigational access. According to him, lots of people keep inflatables on the side of the shores while do boating in the center of the lake. He further added that the wake left by large boats degrades the shorelines and dock is a major problem. Cotter confirms to be able to sell only 5-6 large inflatables through out a year and using it on lake is a part of a recreation or water activity. As per Dan Stehle, the chairman of the Lake Norman Marine Commission, inflatables are not a problem but anything fixed or secured permanently can be hazardous.<\/p>\n
Hoffmann confirms about the grace period to be provided to people who can utilize their inflatables already purchased, at least for this summer season. These inflatables cost in the range of $300 to $1000 plus.<\/p>\n
The Exception<\/b><\/p>\n
Water toys using moving watercraft like tubes or towables up to three people or less, are still allowed. Hoffman confirms that Less than fifty restricted inflatables have been recognized on lakes of Carolinas which operate under federal license by Duke Energy Corporation (NYSE:DUK). She further adds that Post Labor Day, notices will be issued to those who have prohibited inflatables or floats. Any violations will be taken care on individual basis. Authorized recreational sites like Camp Thunderbird are exempt from the guidelines on Lake Wylie, Hoffmann said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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