§ 76A-17. Pilotage rates. - North Carolina Statutes

§76A‑17.  Pilotage rates.

The Commission shall setcharges for pilotage services on a published tariff basis to be reviewed andrevised annually as necessary. The initial publication of rates and subsequentrevisions shall be preceded by public notice at least 30 days prior topublication. The rates may be based on the method chosen by the Commission andmay be varied on a geographic or other basis which the Commission deemsappropriate. In establishing pilotage rates the Commission shall consider butnot be limited to factors such as vessels' lengths, vessels' drafts, generaldesign of vessels, distances for which pilotage services are to be provided,nature of waters to be traversed and the rates for comparable pilotage servicesin other ports. (1981, c. 910, s. 1.)