Land Use & Zoning
Washington's 'planned action' under SEPA allows local governments to:
ABypass SEPA review entirely
BComplete a comprehensive environmental review upfront for a defined geographic area, streamlining project-level review for consistent projects✓ Correct
CApprove projects without public comment
DGrant unlimited development rights within the planned area
Explanation
A planned action under SEPA allows a local government to complete EIS review for an entire area (such as a downtown subarea) at once. Subsequent projects consistent with the planned action can receive streamlined environmental review without a separate EIS.
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