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(1) Fill waterward of the OHWM, except fill to support ecological restoration, requires a conditional use permit and may be permitted only when:

(a) In conjunction with water-dependent or public access uses allowed by this SMP;

(b) For shoreline stabilization, beach restoration and erosion protection at Coulee Playland;

(c) In conjunction with a bridge or transportation facility of statewide significance for which there is a demonstrated public need and where no feasible upland sites, design solutions, or routes exist;

(d) In conjunction with implementation of an interagency environmental clean-up plan to clean up and dispose of contaminated sediments;

(e) Disposal of dredged material considered suitable under, and conducted in accordance with, the Dredged Material Management Program of the Washington Department of Natural Resources; or

(f) In conjunction with any other environmental restoration or enhancement project.

(2) Waterward of the OHWM, pile or pier supports shall be utilized whenever feasible in preference to fills. Fills for approved road development in wetlands shall be permitted only if pile or pier supports are proven not feasible.

(3) Fill upland and waterward of the OHWM, including in nonwatered side channels, shall be permitted only where it is demonstrated that the proposed action will not:

(a) Result in significant ecological damage to water quality, fish, and/or wildlife habitat; or

(b) Adversely alter natural drainage and circulation patterns.

(4) Fill shall be of the minimum amount and extent necessary to accomplish the purpose of the fill.

(5) Excavation waterward of the OHWM or within wetlands shall be considered dredging for purposes of this program.

(6) Fills or excavation shall not be located where shore stabilization will be necessary to protect materials placed or removed. Disturbed areas shall be immediately stabilized and revegetated, as applicable.

(7) Fills, beach nourishment and excavation shall be designed to blend physically and visually with existing topography whenever possible, so as not to interfere with long-term appropriate use including lawful access and enjoyment of scenery. (Ord. 484 § 2, 2014)