Section 173-700-317 - Considerations for determining credit conversion rates for banks in urban areasIn urban areas wetlands and uplands may generate credits at the more favorable rates within WAC 173-700-313 and 173-700-318. The department will take into consideration the following when determining how much credit is generated:
(1) WAC 173-700-314, 173-700-315, and 173-700-319;(2) Local land use zoning, anticipated future build-out, width of the buffer and its ability to protect the wetland or other aquatic resource from further degradation;(3) Integrated public education and directed access for passive recreation opportunities, where appropriate as determined by the department;(4) Whether the bank provides multiple functions; and(5) The degree to which the bank helps to implement local restoration priorities, shoreline master programs, local land use management plans, and watershed plans.Wash. Admin. Code § 173-700-317
Statutory Authority: Chapter 90.84 RCW. 09-19-013 (Order 04-13), § 173-700-317, filed 9/3/09, effective 10/4/09.