The Search for Predictability. Planning and Conflict Resolution in Grays Harbor, Washington

摘要

In 1975 an experiment in coastal zone management began in Grays Harbor, Washington. The frequent conflicts which had occurred between government agencies, development interests, and environmental groups over shoreline development projects resulted in costly delays and great uncertainty about the use of the estuary. To resolve these disputes and avoid such conflicts in the future, agencies with decision-making responsibilities in the region formed the Grays Harbor Estuary Planning Task Force. The aim of this study is to begin to answer questions about the planning process, so that the lessons learned from the Grays Harbor experience can be applied elsewhere.