No developments or uses shall be undertaken on the shorelines of the city of Monroe except those that are consistent with the policies of this chapter and, after adoption or approval, as appropriate, the applicable guidelines, regulations, or the Monroe SMP. No substantial development or use shall be undertaken on the shorelines of the city of Monroe without first obtaining a permit from the city. No exempt development activities or use as defined in MMC 22.82.060 shall be undertaken without first acquiring a letter of exemption from the zoning administrator or his/her designee. When development is proposed consistent with the limited exceptions in WAC 173-27-044, such development shall not require review or permit approval under this chapter and the Monroe SMP. Nothing in this chapter shall authorize the issuance of a permit contrary to the laws of Washington State. (Ord. 015/2019 § 1; Ord. 005/2019 § 10 (Exh. B))