Findings
The Existing Military Operations Surface (EMOS) is a critical element
of the operational mission at Keesler AFB.
Though the EMOS has been defined by Keesler AFB, there is no map
depicting the geographic boundaries of the EMOS from Keesler AFB.
In an effort to consider the impact of development on the strategic
flying mission at Keesler AFB, the City of Biloxi adopted the EMOS by
reference into the Land Development Ordinance and developed a
Height Hazard Map. But because the map was developed solely from
the EMOS definition, it contains discrepancies.
The City of D’Iberville does not acknowledge the EMOS in its Zoning
Ordinance which is of particular importance in the Waterfront Zoning
District. Because there is no EMOS map, the city is unable to
accurately assess development compliance with the EMOS.
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