Coastal regulators OK revised Cliff Walk repair plan; path could reopen as soon as 2028

By: Nancy Lavin

Outlets: Rhode Island Current

Published: October 16, 2026

Words: 690

Last Updated: 1 day, 10 hours ago


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The rocky road to restoring Newport’s Cliff Walk has cleared a significant obstacle after the city secured permission from Rhode Island coastal regulators.

The Rhode Island Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) approved a revised repair plan at its meeting Tuesday. The unanimous vote, made with little discussion, paves the way to restore the public walking path and reopen as early as 2028. Sections of the Cliff Walk have been closed for more than …

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