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Lyman council adopts Critical Areas Ordinance No. 313 with 125-foot stream buffer
Summary
After reviewing ecological comments, the Town of Lyman council voted unanimously to adopt Critical Areas Ordinance No. 313, choosing a 125-foot buffer for Type F streams over a proposal for 150 feet. The measure was adopted as part of the town's SEPA submission.
The Town of Lyman council adopted Critical Areas Ordinance No. 313 on May 12, 2026, approving a 125-foot buffer for Type F streams as part of updates submitted under the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA).
Eric Jensen of EJ Municipal reviewed written comments from Bridget Moran, identified in the meeting record as a habitat ecologist with the Skagit River System Cooperative, who recommended a 125-foot buffer width for Type F streams. Bud Meyers urged a larger 150-foot buffer during discussion, but council members voted to adopt the 125-foot figure. Mike Couch moved to adopt Ordinance No. 313 and Tammy Buchanan seconded; the motion carried with all in favor.
The council recorded adoption of the ordinance during its discussion of SEPA-related updates; the minutes do not specify an effective date or immediate implementation steps. The record indicates this change revises the town's Critical Areas Ordinance text and reflects the council's selection among competing expert recommendations.
