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May 7, 2025

Commerce seeks feedback for draft guidebook on rural lands

Feedback is due by May 23

The Department of Commerce is asking for input on draft guidance designed to assist counties in developing the rural lands element of their comprehensive plans.

The draft Rural Element Guidebook [ [link removed] ] is available for review until May 23. Comments can be submitted through an online form [ [link removed] ].

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The draft guidance aids counties with rural planning requirements under state law.

The Growth Management Act requires most counties in Washington to include a rural element in their comprehensive plan to help define and protect rural character.

Once finalized, the Rural Element Guidebook will assist counties through the process of creating and updating their rural lands element.

For questions, contact Deanah Watson at [email protected].

 

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