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SEPA-GMA Integration. Law Seminars International January 17, 2007 Karin Berkholtz Local Government Division Growth Management Services. The Basics. State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 RCW 43.21C WAC Chapter 197-11 Growth Management Act of 1990 RCW 36.70A WAC 365
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SEPA-GMA Integration Law Seminars International January 17, 2007 Karin Berkholtz Local Government Division Growth Management Services
The Basics • State Environmental Policy Act of 1971 • RCW 43.21C • WAC Chapter 197-11 • Growth Management Act of 1990 • RCW 36.70A • WAC 365 • Regulatory Reform Act of 1995 • RCW 36.70.B • WAC Chapter 365-197-030
City of Kirkland 2004 Update Steps to update comprehensive plan and development regulations Self-assessment—Review and evaluate Proposed action—SEPA Process & public participation EIS—SEPA Checklist & Determination of Significance Final EIS Review, Approvals & Taking Action
City of Kirkland– Comprehensive Plan Implementation Investments to improve transportation systems and levels of service Analysis of zoning for industrial uses Neighborhood and Downtown Plans Zoning to Promote Innovative Housing
Lewis County – Major Industrial Development (RCW 36.70A.365)
Lewis County – Major Industrial Development (RCW 36.70A.365)
Benefits of SEPA/GMA Integration • There is value in early planning • Early planning increases certainty • Certainty builds readiness • Readiness increases competitiveness
For further information consult: • www.cted.wa.gov • www.mrsc.org • www.ecy.wa.gov Growth Management Services (360) 725-3000