(1) Developments that meet the definition of substantial development in RCW 90.58.030 shall not be undertaken on the shorelines of the State without first obtaining a substantial development permit. A substantial development permit shall be required for any development that is not specifically defined as an exempt use from a substantial development permit under WAC 173-27-040 or a specified conditional use/development/modification under this Program.

(2) Applications for shoreline substantial development permits shall be processed as Type III decisions pursuant to Chapter 26.10 CCC.

(3) A substantial development permit shall be granted only when the applicant can demonstrate that the proposed development is consistent with the policies and procedures of the Shoreline Management Act and this Program, as well as criteria in WAC 173-27-150.