Puget Sound Shoreline Stewardship Guidebook 
Full of information that will help you, the Puget Sound property owner, care for your beach or bluff while protecting your home. Tailored to meet particular needs of King County residents, this guidebook also offers suggestions on how to protect water quality.

Lakeside Living video
Introduction to lake ecology concepts with landscaping tips to protect and enhance lake water quality.

Green Shorelines for Lake Washington and Lake Sammamish
Learn how to apply alternatives to conventional shoreline armoring for the aesthetic beauty and ecological benefits of plants and beaches.

Shoreline Practices for a Healthy Lake, River or Creek

Shoreline Permits - Department of Local Services
Shoreline development and related permits

Customer information bulletins (Acrobat PDF format):

• #16 - Shoreline Erosion Control

Puget Sound marine life photos
Identify species in and along Puget Sound.

For more information about shoreline management in King County, please contact Laura Casey, environmental scientist, Department of Local Services.

Related information

• Environmental stewardship
• Watersheds, rivers and streams
• Water and land services

Related agencies

• Dept. of Natural Resources and Parks
• Water and Land Resources Division