Wash. Admin. Code § 173-700-319

Current through Register Vol. 24-20, October 15, 2024

Section 173-700-319 - Considerations for determining credit conversion rates for uplands and other habitats

Unless an alternative credit determination method is used under WAC 173-700-321, the department shall use the following considerations to determine specific conversion rates for uplands and other habitats on a bank site:

(1) Degree of contribution to the ecological functioning of the bank;

(2) The existing or proposed enhanced condition of the uplands and other habitats; and

(3) Connectivity to other habitats and open space areas, based on existing connectivity and level of protection for those adjacent areas.

Wash. Admin. Code § 173-700-319

Statutory Authority: Chapter 90.84 RCW. 09-19-013 (Order 04-13), § 173-700-319, filed 9/3/09, effective 10/4/09.