Environmental
Washington State's Shoreline Management Act requires a 'no net loss' standard for shoreline ecological functions. This means:
ANo development can occur within 200 feet of a shoreline
BDevelopment that impacts shoreline ecology must provide mitigation to replace the ecological functions lost✓ Correct
CAll shoreline development is prohibited statewide
DOnly industrial uses require environmental mitigation near shorelines
Explanation
The no net loss standard under Washington's SMA means that the cumulative effect of shoreline development must not result in a net loss of ecological functions. Development that impacts shoreline ecology must include mitigation to maintain the overall level of ecological function.
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