Bill > HB2358

This bill amends existing law to require that when counties or cities revise their urban growth areas, they must consider critical aquifer recharge areas, which are designated areas important for replenishing groundwater. Specifically, if a revised urban growth area includes new land, less than 15% of that new land can be critical areas, with an exception for critical aquifer recharge areas, provided that the overall urban growth area does not result in a net increase of these recharge areas. The bill defines "critical aquifer recharge areas" as those previously designated by the county and maintained in its development regulations. This change is part of a broader requirement for counties and cities to periodically review and update their comprehensive land use plans and development regulations to ensure compliance with state growth management laws.

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https://app.leg.wa.gov/billsummary?BillNumber=2358&Year=2025&Initiative=false