A. Critical Area Review. All development in critical areas and their buffers, whether on public or private property, shall comply with the requirements of this chapter. The director or his/her designee shall utilize the procedures and rules established in the city of Gig Harbor environmental policy ordinance, Chapter 18.04 GHMC, Environmental Review (SEPA), and the applicable provisions of GHMC Titles 16, 17 and 19 to implement the provisions of this chapter. Critical area review shall be required for all development and any of the following permits:

B. Special Studies Required. When an applicant submits an application for any development proposal, the application shall indicate whether any critical area is located on the site. The director or designee shall visit the site, and in conjunction with the review of the information provided by the applicant and any other suitable information, shall make a determination as to whether or not sufficient information is available to evaluate the proposal. If it is determined that the information presented is not sufficient to adequately evaluate a proposal, the director shall notify the applicant that additional studies as specified herein shall be provided.

C. Appeals. A decision of the director to approve, conditionally approve or deny a permit, or any official interpretation in the administration of this chapter may be appealed in accordance with the procedures established under GHMC Title 19. (Ord. 1245 § 32, 2012; Ord. 1036 § 9, 2006).