Mastering Shoreline Permitting in Thurston County
Navigate Thurston County's Shoreline Master Program with ease. Understand permitting processes, environment designations, and shoreline best practices for safe property use & enjoyment.
Protecting What We LOVE
SMP Main Updates
Main Updates - Overview
SMP History & Overview
Shoreline Jurisdiction Map
Interactive Shoreline Environment Designations Mapping Tool
Shoreline Jurisdiction & No Net Loss
Shoreline Environment Designations
Shoreline Environment Designations (SEDs) - Overview of Updates
Learn About the Marine Shoreline Ecosystem
Remodeling, Expanding, and Rebuilding - Overview of Updates
Shore Friendly - Options for Bulkhead Properties
Agriculture & Aquaculture
Nuances: New Agriculture Use on New Ag Land
Thurston County Shoreline Permitting Process
SMP Activities & Required Permits
Shoreline Permitting Process Map
Nonconforming Uses
Alternative Buffers & Variances
Shoreline Permitting - Overview of Updates
Why Shoreline Buffers?
Restored Shoreline Buffer Design
Shoreline Buffers - Overview of Updates
Native Plant Identification
Shoreline Buffer Design & Implementation
Marine Waterfront Guidance
Community Planning: Taking Action Today for Tomorrow
Read the SMP Document