Land Use & Zoning
In Washington, a developer who disagrees with a local land use decision may appeal to the:
AWashington Supreme Court directly
BGrowth Management Hearings Board or local hearing examiner, then superior court✓ Correct
CDOL
DThe Governor's office
Explanation
Land use decisions in Washington can be appealed to the local hearing examiner, then to the Growth Management Hearings Board (for GMA-related decisions), and ultimately to superior court and the Court of Appeals.
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