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Kittitas County Shoreline Master Program no structures or submerged structures are preferred over those that involve substantialfloating structures. Projects that involve little or no substrate modification are preferred over those that involve substantial modification. 5. Design, locate and operate aquaculture activities in a manner that supports long-term beneficial use of the shoreline and protects and maintains shoreline ecological functions and processes. Prohibit aquaculture where it would result in a net loss of shoreline ecological functions; adversely affect the quality or extent of habitat for native species; adversely impact other habitat conservation areas; or interfere with navigation or other water-dependent uses. B Reo ulations 1. All structures located within water bodies shall not preclude navigability of those waters at any time, and shall be clearly marked so as to provide no hazard to navigation on those waters. 2. Aquaculture facilities shall avoid significant conflict with water-dependent uses, the spreading of disease, introduction of non-native species, or impacts to shoreline aesthetic qualities. 6.5 Boating facilities, marinas, piers, and docks A. Policies 1. Ensure that boating facilities are located only at sites with suitable environmental conditions, shoreline configuration, access, and neighboring uses. All marinas should be developed and operated in accordance with all state and local requirements. 2. ln planning for marina location and design, special consideration should be given to facilities such as adequate access, parking, and restroom facilities for the public. Such facilities should be located away from the water's edge. 3. Boating facilities should provide public physical and visual shoreline access and provide for multiple uses, including water-related use, to the extent compatible with shoreline ecologicalfunctions and processes and adjacent shoreline use. 4. Accessory uses at marinas or launch ramps should be limited to water-oriented uses, or uses that provide physical or visual shoreline access for substantial numbers of the general public. 5. Special care should be given to preventing and controlling invasive species infestations at boat launches. 6. Piers and docks should only be allowed for water dependent uses and public access, except that water enjoyment and water-related uses may sometimes be included as part of a mixed use development. New piers and docks must have a specific need and Chapter 6 March 7,2016 104