2735-S AMH .... H4295.2 Scoped 2-12-02

SHB 2735 - H AMD

By Representative

    On page 3, after line 3, insert the following:

    "NEW SECTION. Sec. 4.  A new section is added to chapter 36.70A RCW to read as follows:

    (1) A county, after conferring with its cities, may develop alternative methods of achieving the planning goals established by RCW 36.70A.020.

    (2) The authority provided by this section may not be used to modify:

    (a) Requirements for the designation and protection of critical areas or for the designation of natural resource lands under RCW 36.70A.060(2), 36.70A.170, and 36.70A.172;

    (b) The requirement that wetlands be delineated consistent with the requirements of RCW 36.70A.175; or

    (c) The requirement to establish a process for the siting of essential public facilities pursuant to RCW 36.70A.200.

    (3) Before adopting any alternative methods of achieving the planning goals established by RCW 36.70A.020, a county shall provide an opportunity for public review and comment.  An ordinance or resolution proposing or adopting alternative methods must be submitted to the department in the same manner as provided in RCW 36.70A.106 for submittal of proposed and adopted comprehensive plans and development regulations."

    Renumber the remaining sections and correct the title.

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