The designation of urban and rural reserves will assist the Metro Council and local communities in implementation of the 2040...
The longstanding system for managing the Metro region’s Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) has been contentious and limits the factors used in determining which land is better suited to differing purposes.
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area was created on November 17, 1986 when President Reagan signed into effect Public Law 99-663.
The reasons for designation of Reserves are included in the document below.
The Flood Insurance Rate Maps being revised show floodplain boundaries for the vicinity of the lower Columbia River and Sandy River in east Multnomah County. Appeal deadline closes 8/15/17.
Materials located on this page are from past Planning Commission proceedings.
The Multnomah County Planning Commission consists of nine volunteers appointed by the Board of County Commissioners for four-year terms.
Multnomah County is leading a regional effort to designate urban and rural reserves to accommodate future growth and protect valuable farmland, forest land and natural areas that define the character
Multnomah County's urban planning areas are the Interlachen Urban Plan Area and the Pleasant Valley Urban Plan Area.
Notice of Decision: Geologic Hazards permit with Significant Environmental Concern for Streams to construct a sports court - appeal deadline Apr 2
Notice of Decision: Lot of Record Determination - appeal deadline Mar 30
Opportunity to Comment: Lot of Record Verification - due Apr 2
Notice of Decision: Verification and Alteration of a Nonconforming Use and Lot of Record Verification - appeal deadline Apr 10
Notice of Decision: Planning Director Determination for a Relative Farm Help Dwelling - appeal deadline June 9
Notice of Decision: National Scenic Area Site Review for Emergency Repair of Septic System and Replat - appeal deadline Jun 11
Opportunity to Comment: Design Review and Lot of Record Verification for cell tower with generator - due Apr 2
Notice of Decision: Significant Environmental Concern permit for new dwelling - appeal deadline Apr 2
National Scenic Area Expedited Review for wire strand fence in GGR 10 zone - Apr 8
Opportunity to Comment: Lot of Record Verification - due Apr 7
Opportunity to Comment: Lot of Record Verification - due Apr 7
Notice of Decision: Significant Environmental Concern permit to construct a barn - appeal deadline Apr 3
Agency Review: National Scenic Area Site Review for additional deck, bathroom and dormer - due Dec 16
Opportunity to Comment: National Scenic Area Emergency Event Site Review for failing septic system - due Jun 19
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