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Summary: The purpose of this Tip is to clarify when a shoreline substantial development permit is required when renovating or replacing a verified Floating-on-Water-Residence (FOWR) or House Barge. This Tip also describes the submittal requirements for these two types of floating residences.
Date Revised: 08/08/2022
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