1. Shorelines of the state and shorelands as defined in RCW 90.58.030, and critical areas occurring within the jurisdiction of shorelines of the state and shorelands (“shoreline jurisdiction”), are regulated and protected through the Anacortes Shoreline Master Program (AMC Chapter 19.72), as amended. Activities occurring within shoreline jurisdiction are reviewed through the shoreline permit review and issuance process; a separate critical areas permit is not required. The Shoreline Master Program incorporates by reference portions of this chapter; however, certain provisions of this chapter that are not consistent with the Shoreline Management Act, Chapter 90.85 RCW, and supporting Washington Administrative Code chapters do not apply in shoreline jurisdiction.

2. These critical areas regulations apply in addition to zoning and other regulations adopted by the city. Notwithstanding AMC 19.12.040(E), in the event of any conflict between these regulations and any other regulations of the city, the regulations apply that provide greater protection to the critical areas’ functions and values, as determined by the Director.

3. When any provision of this chapter or any existing easement, covenant, or deed restriction conflicts with this chapter, that which provides more protection to the critical areas applies.

4. Compliance with the provisions of this chapter does not constitute compliance with other federal, state, or local regulations and permit requirements that may be required. The applicant is responsible for complying with other agency requirements, apart from the process established in this chapter. (Ord. 4025 § 2 (Att. A), 2022; Ord. 3064 § 2 (Att. A), 2021)