RCWs & WACs

This page is intended to serve as a convenient reference for looking up Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC) legal references used by the Edmonds Environmental Council.

RCW

ReferenceDecription
RCW 77.57.030Fishways required in dams, obstructions—Penalties, remedies for failure.
RCW 36.70A.020 (9)Open space and recreation. Retain open space and green space, enhance recreational opportunities, enhance fish and wildlife habitat, increase access to natural resource lands and water, and develop parks and recreation facilities.
RCW 36.70A.020 (10)Environment. Protect and enhance the environment and enhance the state’s high quality of life, including air and water quality, and the availability of water.
RCW 36.70A.070 (1)Comprehensive plans—Mandatory elements.

WAC

ReferenceDescription
WAC 365-196-485(4)Avoiding impacts through appropriate land use designations.
WAC 365-195-915Criteria for including the best available science in developing policies and development regulations.
WAC 365-196-485(1)(c)Counties and cities are required to identify open space corridors within and between urban growth areas for multiple purposes, including those areas needed as critical habitat by wildlife.