What is being proposed at 3250 South Bay Dr?

Removal of two 1,000-gallon underground storage tanks, associated pump island and canopy, and installation of three groundwater monitoring wells.

When must I submit comments about this permit?

Written comments must be received by Whatcom County Planning and Development Services by June 22, 2026.

Where can I review the application documents?

At Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA, or by contacting the planner listed in the notice.

How do I get notified of hearings or decisions?

Notify the department that you want personal notice; you also may request copies of decisions once made.

Public Hearing — 3250 South Bay Dr, Bellingham, WA (SHR2026-00007)

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Whatcom County received an application to decommission two 1,000-gallon underground storage tanks, remove associated structures, and install three groundwater monitoring wells at 3250 South Bay Dr. Written comments are due by June 22, 2026; the county will review environmental and zoning impacts.

Key Takeaways

Project: remove two 1,000-gallon underground storage tanks
Install three groundwater monitoring wells
Application deemed complete May 18, 2026
Written comments due June 22, 2026
File reviewed by multiple county departments

Published: May 20, 2026 · yesterday
Category: Public Hearing
City: Bellingham
Address: 3250 South Bay Dr, Bellingham, WA

Case #

SHR2026-00007

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If you don't respond

If you do not submit written comments by June 22, 2026, you may lose the opportunity to influence the permit review and may not receive notice of hearings or decisions unless you request personal notice from the department.

What to do next

1
Submit written comments
Send comments to Rhys Butt at 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226 or rbutt@co.whatcom.wa.us by June 22, 2026.
2
Review file materials
Examine the application and supporting documents at Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, 5280 Northwest Drive.
3
Request personal notice
Contact the department to request personal notice of any hearings or decisions so you receive updates directly.

Frequently asked questions

What is being proposed at 3250 South Bay Dr?: Removal of two 1,000-gallon underground storage tanks, associated pump island and canopy, and installation of three groundwater monitoring wells.
When must I submit comments about this permit?: Written comments must be received by Whatcom County Planning and Development Services by June 22, 2026.
Where can I review the application documents?: At Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA, or by contacting the planner listed in the notice.
How do I get notified of hearings or decisions?: Notify the department that you want personal notice; you also may request copies of decisions once made.

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Legal terms in this notice

Shoreline Substantial Development Permit: A permit required for significant projects occurring in shoreline areas to ensure compliance with shoreline regulations.
Application determined complete: The county found the application includes all required information to begin formal review.
Assessor's parcel number: A unique number the county assessor assigns to identify a specific property for tax and record purposes.

Full Notice Text

WHATCOM COUNTY
NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A SHORELINE SUBSTANTIAL DEVELOPMENT PERMIT
Notice is hereby given that on May 4, 2026, Chloe Tochilin with SoundEarth Strategies, Inc. applied for a Shoreline Substantial Development Permit under case number SHR2026-00007 to decommission and remove two 1,000-gallon underground storage tanks and associated pump island and canopy, as well as to install three groundwater monitoring wells. The application was determined complete on May 18, 2026, indicating that all submittal requirements were met. The subject property is located at 3250 South Bay Dr, within Section 29, Township 37N, Range 04E of W.M. Assessor's parcel number(s): 3704295364790000. The application will be reviewed under the Official Whatcom County Zoning and Critical Areas Ordinances, as well as reviews by Whatcom County Planning and Development Services (Fire Marshal's Office, Natural Resources and Planning), Public Works Engineering and Health Department. The file and supporting documents may be reviewed at Whatcom County Planning and Development Services, 5280 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226. Any person may submit written comments to Rhys Butt, the above address or at rbutt@co.whatcom.wa.us, within 30 days of the publication of this notice. Written comments must be received by June 22, 2026. Any person has the right to receive notice of and participate in any hearings, request a copy of the decision once made, and to appeal a decision when allowed by law. In addition, any person wishing to receive personal notice of any decisions or hearings must notify the department to receive such notice.
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May 20 2026