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If a fish and wildlife habitat area detailed study is required, it shall include and/or meet the following requirements in addition to the basic requirements identified in PMC 28.12.140.

(1) The detailed study shall be completed by a qualified fish and wildlife biologist with expertise in assessing the relevant species and habitats. Evidence of qualifications shall be provided with the detailed study.

(2) The site plan and map submitted shall be of a scale no smaller than one inch equals 200 feet. The site plan shall indicate all fish and wildlife habitat critical areas, as determined by the criteria in PMC 28.20.030, and shall include the area within 200 feet of the subject property. The applicant may prepare the site plan; however, it is subject to review by the qualified fish and wildlife biologist. The extent and boundaries of the habitat shall be determined by the qualified fish and wildlife biologist.

(3) A habitat description shall be included, including a habitat rating as described in PMC 28.20.030, and a statement of functions and values providing information on the species in question and the associated plant and animal communities. A complete list of species and special habitat features shall be included.

(4) A regulatory analysis shall be included, including a discussion of any federal, state, tribal, and/or local requirements or special management recommendations developed specifically for species and/or habitats located on the site.

(5) The proposed mitigation plan shall address how the proposed development activity has been mitigated to avoid and minimize adverse impacts to the habitat and shall follow the general mitigation plan requirements described in PMC 28.12.170.

(6) A statement of management and maintenance practices shall be included, including a discussion of ongoing maintenance practices that will ensure protection of all fish and wildlife habitat conservation areas on site after the project has been completed.

(7) Habitat and Buffer Recommendation.

(a) For riparian buffers, see Shoreline Master Program, PMC Title 29.

(b) Where non-fish species have been identified and classified as endangered or threatened by the federal government or Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife, the detailed study shall identify the required habitat and recommend appropriate buffers based on the State Department of Fish and Wildlife Priority Habitat and Species (PHS) management recommendations.

(c) Where other fish and wildlife habitats areas have been identified, the detailed study shall identify the required habitat and recommend appropriate buffers based on the following recommendations:

(i) For areas with endangered, threatened, and sensitive species, any recommended protective measures shall be consistent with the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife PHS management recommendations; and

(ii) For naturally occurring ponds under 20 acres, protective provisions that are consistent with the wetland performance.

(8) Habitats and species that have been identified as priority species or priority habitats by the WDFW Priority Habitats and Species Program should not be reduced and shall be preserved through regulation, acquisition, incentives, and other techniques. [Ord. 4525 § 1, 2021; Ord. 3911 § 2, 2009; Code 1970 § 28.20.050.]