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Director:
J.E. “Sam” Ryan, CBO

5280 Northwest Drive
Bellingham, Washington 98226
Telephone: (360) 676-6907
E-mail: pds@co.whatcom.wa.us

 
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Policy interpretations and administrative procedures are sometimes necessary to clarify regulatory code and procedures related to business at Planning and Development Services. All approved code interpretations and administrative procedures are available for viewing at the Planning and Development Services Permit Center, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA.

Administrative Policies, Procedures and Memorandum of Agreements

Interim Policy Watershed Review of Development on Parcels that are In Close Proximity to or Straddle Regulated Watershed Boundaries.
Memorandum of Agreement Memorandum of Agreement among Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, Whatcom County Public Works, and the North Lynden Watershed Improvement District for deposition of spoils associated with ditch maintenance on agricultural fields. Includes Exhibit A and Exhibit B.
Approved Procedure Procedure for Review of Fill and Grade Proposals in Agricultural Fields qualifying for On-going Agricultural Status.

Administrative Policies and Procedures for Farm Planning

Approved Policy Conservation Program on Agriculture Land (CPAL) - Animal Threshold, Resource Priority
Approved Policy CPAL Farm Plan Disclosure
Approved Policy CPAL Farm Plan Monitoring and Compliance
Approved Procedure CPAL Farm Plan Approval