17.125.080 Critical area report – Specific requirements for wetlands.
A critical area report is required for any development activity allowed under this section and SMC 17.125.100. In addition to the general requirements of SMC 17.114.160, the following as part of the critical area study:
(1) A map drawn to scale or survey showing the following information:
(a) The edge of the wetland based on the standards listed in WAC 173-22-035 as it now reads or is hereinafter amended;
(b) The wetlands characteristics and plant communities based on the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Classification of Wetlands and Deep Water Habitats in the U.S.;
(c) Stream corridors, name (if named), and stream type based on the State Department of Natural Resources’ Official Water Type Maps; and
(d) Observed or reported wildlife that make use of the area including, but not limited to, nesting, breeding, and feeding areas;
(2) A description of the streams and wetlands within 150 feet of the subject property, including buffers, drainage systems entering and leaving the site, a list of observed and documented plant and wildlife species, a description of the relative abundance of documented plant and wildlife species, and a description of the method used for flagging the wetlands edge, stream corridor, and buffers;
(3) A description and illustration of proposed development activities allowed under this section and SMC 17.125.100 within the wetlands or buffers;
(4) A description of any previous disturbances to the wetlands or buffers;
(5) A summary of the methodology used to conduct the study;
(6) A proposed classification of the wetlands based on SMC 17.125.050 and an explanation or rationale for the proposed rating;
(7) A mitigation plan which meets the requirements of SMC 17.125.090;
(8) A discussion of existing functional values of the wetland(s) and buffers;
(9) A discussion of the changes to wetland and buffer functional values resulting from the proposed development activity. (Ord. 1398 § 30, 2015; Ord. 1164 § 4, 2004; Ord. 929 Ch. 10(G)(6), 1995. Formerly 17.125.060).