This is an excellent reference for both the home owner and the shoreline manager. I used this book to aquaint myself with the shoreline of Whatcom County, and the littoral drift cells, as well as the coastal hazard areas. The book gives great descriptions of the shorelines on Puget Sound, and the different issues that face current or future home owners.

This book explains the problems associated with development along the sound, and what future problems to expect if you do live on the water. I recommend this if you are looking for a home on Puget Sound, or already have one.