Washougal hears shoreline master program and critical‑areas update; state 'best available science' will raise buffers and mitigation
City consultants and staff outlined changes to the Shoreline Master Program and the Critical Areas Ordinance, including likely wider riparian buffers based on site‑potential tree height, more stringent mitigation for wetlands, and new mitigation ratios for Oregon white oaks.
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City staff and consultants presented an update on the Shoreline Master Program (SMP) and related Critical Areas Ordinance at the Washougal City Council workshop on Feb. 24, explaining that new state guidance will require updates to local regulations and likely expand regulated areas and mitigation requirements.
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