BY PEPPER FISHER

Port Angeles – What qualifies as a “marina”? That was the ultimate question in a case taken up in Clallam County Superior Court this summer in Platypus Marine’s effort to get the permits it needs to expand its operations as they construct a new boat manufacturing and repair facility on Marine Drive.

During the original permit application process, Platypus proposed a method to address the health and safety risks associated with spray painting indoors by putting large tents around boats inside their new building. The City Fire Marshal and Building Official concluded that the method proposed did not meet fire and life safety standards.

City officials said their decision was guided by the codes and standards designed to protect Platypus employees and the surrounding neighbo

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