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(1) Policies.

(a) Ensure consistency in shoreline policies, regulations, and long-term parks planning goals between local, state and federal parks departments.

(b) Provide shoreline recreational development that is given priority and is primarily related to access to, enjoyment and use of the water and shorelines of the state.

(c) Recreation facilities should be located, designed, and operated in a manner consistent with the purpose of the environment designation in which it is located and so as to assure that no net loss of shoreline ecological functions or ecosystem-wide processes results.

(d) Where appropriate, provide shoreline recreation amenities at a capacity that is sufficient to the number of users and the expected future growth in users.

(2) Regulations.

(a) Recreational development shall demonstrate achievement of no net loss of ecological functions and comply with the Environmental Protection regulations of Section 16.55.250.

(b) Recreational uses and development must be compatible with existing or proposed uses in the area and must be consistent with City development standards.

(c) The location, design, and operation of recreational facilities shall be consistent with the purpose of the environment designation.

(d) Recreational uses and facilities located within shoreline jurisdiction shall include features that relate to access, enjoyment and use of the water and shorelines of the state. Access to recreational areas shall emphasize both consolidated park or open space areas and trail access.

(e) Commercial components of the use that are not explicitly related to the recreational operation must also conform to the standards of Section 16.55.430 (Commercial Development). (Ord. 16-3 §47, 2016).