Shoreland

Lincoln County Shoreland Zoning regulations apply to areas of land within 300 feet of the Ordinary High Water Mark (OHWM) of navigable streams and rivers and areas of land within 1,000 feet of the OHWM of lakes and flowages. Shoreland Zoning regulations are intended to protect the long term health of the public’s shoreland resources and minimize pollution of navigable waterways in Lincoln County. These laws protect our water resources from uncontrolled use of the land which would adversely affect the public health, safety, convenience, and general welfare and impair the tax base. Lincoln County Shoreland Zoning regulations further the maintenance of safe and healthful conditions,  prevent and control water pollution;  protect spawning grounds for fish and aquatic life,  control building sites and the placement of structures and land uses, and preserve shore cover and natural beauty. Permits are required for most construction and land disturbance activities taking place within the shoreland zoned areas of the County. 

The links under "supporting documents" are handouts intended to explain and guide landowners on the shoreland zoning rules for impervious surface coverage, nonconforming structures, setback averaging, and view and access corridor allowances.

A zoning permit shall be obtained from the Land Services Department before any new development, as defined in Section 21.18 any structural repair of nonconforming structures or any change in the use of an existing building or structure, is initiated.  Click "Land Use Permits" button below for information and applications.