Land Use and Natural Resource Law

In this area of our legal practice, we work on issues pertaining to the federal Endangered Species Act and are directly involved in the development of the first all-species habitat conservation plan in the nation. We have been integral in the development of statewide watershed analysis processes which will eliminate the rigid uniform rules previously utilized. Our practice involves work on water quality and quantity issues such as problems with the federal Clean Water Act's Section 303(d) listing process. We also work with the cultural concerns of native tribes under the National Historic Preservation Act and other state laws.

The firm also maintains a busy local and regional land use practice. We have extensive experience and a successful record in handling land development issues involving the State Growth Management Act, the State Environmental Policy Act (SEPA), state shoreline regulations, local zoning and development ordinances, wetland and sensitive land (critical area) laws, and water rights.

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