Federal Way, WA · King County
Shoreline Management Substantial Development, Conditional Use, or Variance Permit Application
This application is for people proposing shoreline development in Federal Way who seek a substantial development, conditional use, or variance permit.
What this form is
Use this application to request a shoreline management substantial development, conditional use, or variance permit. It asks for applicant and property details, the proposed project location, the water area or wetlands, and current and proposed property uses. The application also lists site and vicinity map information to include with the application materials, and describes possible additional review materials for projects involving critical areas.
Who needs it
Applicants proposing shoreline development in Federal Way who seek one of the permits named on the application need this form.
How to submit it
All application materials must be submitted electronically. Visit the city website listed on the form to request a document upload link and get information about preparing materials for electronic submittal and review.
About notarization
This document is completed without a notary; it mentions no notarized or sworn attachment, so no notarized step is identified.
How to submit this form
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Download The Application
Download the Shoreline Management Permit Application PDF.
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Complete The Applicant And Project Details
Provide the applicant, property, project location, water area or wetlands, and current and proposed use information requested.
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Prepare The Listed Materials
Prepare the site and vicinity map information listed on the form; additional materials may be required for critical areas review.
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Request An Upload Link And Submit
Visit the city website listed on the form to request a document upload link and submit all application materials electronically.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Shoreline Management Permit Application for?
- It is an application for a shoreline management substantial development, conditional use, or variance permit in Federal Way.
- What materials are listed for the application?
- The form lists site plan and vicinity map information, including property boundaries, structures, utilities, shoreline features, and nearby land uses.
- Do I need a notary for the Shoreline Management Permit Application?
- No. The document does not identify a notary requirement or a notarized or sworn attachment.
- How do I submit the Shoreline Management Permit Application?
- Submit all application materials electronically. Visit the city website listed on the form to request a document upload link and review electronic submittal instructions.
Need something notarized?
This Shoreline Management Substantial Development, Conditional Use, or Variance Permit Application doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Federal Way form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.