More Information

For more information on the critical areas planning process, contact the Long-Range Planning division.

If you are interested in asking about or applying for a permit for a development proposal, visit the Permit Information and Application Forms page and contact the Development Review Division.

Additionally, the following are links to other sources of information about "best available science" (BAS) and the protection of critical areas:

• State Department of Ecology Shorelands and Environmental Assistance Program
• Wetland science and management
• Channel Migration Zone (CMZ) delineation & management
• WDFW Comprehensive Wildlife Strategy
• Jefferson County Natural Resources
• Jefferson County Marine Resources Committee
• Washington Shoreline/Coastal Planners Group
• Western Washington Growth Management Hearings Board