Land Use & Zoning
A Washington county's shoreline master program (SMP) is a local policy document that must be consistent with:
AOnly the county's comprehensive plan
BWashington's Shoreline Management Act and state guidelines✓ Correct
CFederal coastal management laws only
DThe Washington Department of Transportation's requirements
Explanation
Local Shoreline Master Programs must be consistent with Washington's Shoreline Management Act (RCW 90.58) and the state guidelines adopted by the Department of Ecology. Local SMPs must be approved by DOE to ensure consistency with state law.
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