The Planning Division administers a variety of County land use and environmental regulations including zoning, SEPA, critical areas, i.e., (wetlands, floodplains, riparian areas, wildlife habitat areas, geologically hazardous areas and aquifer recharge areas), shorelines, subdivisions, short plats and boundary line adjustments, grading, clearing, filling, forestry conversions, and National Scenic Area regulations.  The Planning Division reviews development proposals, conducts on-site inspections, updates County codes, and prepares land use applications for public hearings before the County Hearing Examiner(s).  Long Range Planning projects includes updates to County codes such as Critical Areas, National Scenic Area Plan Amendments, Subdivision regulations, etc.