Land Use & Zoning
Washington's Shoreline Management Act exempts which types of development from the shoreline substantial development permit requirement?
AAll residential development
BSingle-family residences under certain thresholds and limited repairs/maintenance meeting specific criteria✓ Correct
CCommercial development near water
DAny development approved by the county planning commission
Explanation
The Shoreline Management Act exempts certain single-family residential activities and minor improvements that meet specific criteria from the substantial development permit requirement, though other shoreline permits (conditional use, variance) may still apply.
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