The design in most cases is very much directed or regulated by the owner—whoever we're building for. If it's a private owner, then they have to get a building permit or some other kind of permit in order to proceed with that construction. They would have to have submitted their design, and if their design is lacking in achieving the standards you've just spoken about—respecting other property rights, respecting navigation, etc.—they won't get the permit.
On October 20th, 2016. See this statement in context.