HomeMy WebLinkAbout2022-05-20 247-22-000123-PA, 247-22-000124-ZC Hearings Officer NOD mailing
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DECISION AND RECOMMENDATION OF THE DESCHUTES COUNTY HEARINGS OFFICER
FILE NUMBERS: 247-22-000123-PA, 247-22-000124-ZC
HEARING: May 10, 2022, 6:00 p.m., Barnes & Sawyer Rooms
Deschutes Services Center
1300 NW Wall Street
Bend, OR 97708
SUBJECT PROPERTY/
OWNER: Mailing Name: PORTER KELLY BURNS LANDHOLDINGS LLC
Map and Taxlot: 1712350001500
Account: 119047
Situs Address: 21455 HWY 20, BEND, OR 97701
APPLICANT: Hayden Homes
2464 SW Glacier Place, Suite 110
Redmond, OR 97756
PROPOSAL: The Applicant requests an Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
designation and a Zone Change of the subject property from Rural
Residential Exception Area (RREA) and Multiple Use Agricultural
(MUA10) Zone to Bend Urban Growth Area and Urbanizable Area (UA)
District, respectively. The subject proposal is to accommodate the
future Parkside Place project pursuant to the City of Bend’s approved
application for Affordable Housing Pilot Program submitted to the
State of Oregon under House Bill (HB) 4079 and OAR 660-039-0000
through 100. The proposal is being pursued in conjunction with an
application to the City of Bend for expansion of the City of Bend’s Urban
Growth Boundary (UGB) to include the subject property.
STAFF REVIEWER: Kyle Collins, Associate Planner
Phone: 541-383-4427
Email: Kyle.Collins@deschutes.org
HEARINGS OFFICER: Stephanie Marshall
RECORD CLOSED: May 10, 2022
Friday, May 20, 2022
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DECISION DATE: May 20, 2022
I. APPLICABLE STANDARDS AND CRITERIA:
Deschutes County Code, Title 18, County Zoning
Chapter 18.32, Multiple Use Agricultural Zone (MUA10)
Chapter 18.84, Landscape Management Combining Zone (LM)
Chapter 18.136, Amendments
Deschutes County Code, Title 19A, Bend Urbanizable Area District
Deschutes County Code, Title 22, Procedures Ordinance
Deschutes County Code, Title 23, Comprehensive Plan
Chapter 1, Comprehensive Planning
Chapter 2, Resource Management
Chapter 4, Urban Growth Management
Chapter 5, Supplemental Sections
Appendix C – Transportation System Plan
Statewide Planning Goals
Goal 1: Citizen Involvement
Goal 2: Land Use Planning
Goal 5: Natural Resources, Scenic and Historic Areas, and Open Spaces
Goal 7: Areas Subject to Natural Hazards
Goal 11: Public Facilities and Services
Goal 14: Urbanization
Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS)
ORS 197.298, Priority of Land to be Included within Urban Growth Boundary
Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR)
OAR 660-039-0090, Affordable Housing Pilot Project, Subsequent Events
OAR 660-024-0070, UGB Adjustments
OAR 660-015 - Statewide Planning Goals and Guidelines
OAR 660-012 - Transportation Planning
II. FINDINGS OF FACT:
LOCATION: The subject property has an assigned addresses of 21455 Highway 20, Bend, and is
identified on the Deschutes County Assessor’s Map as 17-12-35, Tax Lot 1500. The site is illustrated
on the map below:
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Subject Property
LOT OF RECORD: The subject property was found to be a legal lot of record pursuant to local land
use decisions 247-16-000317-ZC and 247-16-000318-PA.
PROPOSAL: The Applicant is proposing to amend the Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan and
Zoning Map to change the designation of the subject property from Rural Residential Exception Area
(RREA) and Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA10) Zone to Bend Urban Growth Area and Urbanizable
Area (UA) District, respectively.
The proposal will allow for annexation, rezoning and urban development of the future Parkside
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Place affordable housing development. The City of Bend was selected by the State of Oregon for its
affordable housing pilot project to be developed on the subject site. The City’s application for the
affordable housing pilot project was approved by DLCD pursuant to State House Bill 4079 (HB 4079),
as implemented by OAR Chapter 660-039.
As summarized in the Applicant’s burden of proof statement:
Hayden Homes, in cooperation with the City of Bend, seeks to expand the Bend Urban
Growth Boundary ("UGB") by adding 35.52 acres of land to its eastern edge, in an effort to
provide affordable housing. The subject property was selected by the City of Bend in 2018
as the preferred site in an application to the Oregon Department of Land Conservation and
Development (DLCD) for the Oregon HB 4079 - Affordable Housing Pilot Project. The City
(and the subject property in particular) was selected for the HB4079 Affordable Housing
Pilot Project in November 2018. The current proposal (Bend UGB Expansion / RM Bend
Comprehensive Plan Designation / UA Zone) is the 1st land use application step to
implement a project that will result in 347 housing units, including 108 affordable housing
units. Subsequent to this application/review, additional City of Bend applications needed to
implement Oregon HB 4079 –
TSP Amendment / Alignment
Master Plan
Annexation
Land Division
Site Plan (for the multi-unit development and park)
The current proposal is a necessary step to implement Oregon HB 4079, the Affordable
Housing Pilot Project. ln 2016, the Oregon Legislature passed HB 4079, which formed a
pilot program aimed to help cities build affordable housing. The program allows selected
cities to add new housing units on lands currently outside their urban growth boundaries
(UGBs) without going through the normal UGB expansion process.
The law directed the Land Conservation and Development Commission (LCDC) to set up a
process to select two pilot projects. The selected cities would be able to use an expedited
UGB process, if at least 30 percent of the newly built housing is affordable and the newly
added land is protected for this use for at least 50 years. LCDC adopted for the pilot
program process and project requirements in OAR 660-039.ln June 2018 the City of Bend
submitted an application for the Affordable Housing Pilot Project (utilizing the subject
property) and in November 2018 LCDC selected the City of Bend for the Pilot Project.
The Applicant is at the same time requesting from the City of Bend approval of a proposed
amendment to the Bend Area Comprehensive Plan Map to expand the Urban Growth Boundary
(UGB) to include 39.55 acres of land between Highway 20 and Bear Creek Road, including the
abutting Bear Creek Road and Highway 20 right-of-way, immediately east of the existing UGB
boundary. Included with the UGB expansion is a City of Bend Comprehensive Plan Map amendment
to designate the property Medium Density Residential (RM) and to rezone the property to
Urbanizable Area (UA).
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The Hearings Officer has reviewed both the current proposal and the Applicant’s proposal to the
City of Bend simultaneously on the records developed by Deschutes County and the City of Bend.
The Hearings Officer’s review of the Applicant’s City of Bend proposal is set forth separately in a
decision and recommendation to the Bend City Council.
SITE DESCRIPTION: The subject property is currently within the land use management jurisdiction
of Deschutes County. The Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan map designates the subject
property as Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA). The subject property is within the Multiple Use
Agricultural (MUA10) zone. The subject property is 35.32 acres in size and is irregular in shape. It is
adjacent to Highway 20 (a principal arterial) along the northern boundary, and Bear Creek Road (a
rural collector) along the southern boundary. The property abuts the Bend City Limits and Urban
Growth Boundary (UGB) to the west and is situated approximately 0.25 miles from Ward Road (a
rural arterial), to the east.
A Central Oregon Irrigation District (COID) canal traverses the property along the western property
edge and there are two irrigation water storage ponds on the site, both within the southwestern
portion of the parcel. The site has been previously developed with a home and outbuildings, located
approximately in the center of the parcel. Vegetation on the property consists primarily of annual
grasses, sagebrush, scattered juniper trees, and clusters of coniferous trees surrounding the
dwelling and two ponds on the property.
SURROUNDING LAND USES: The City of Bend UGB is directly adjacent to the subject property along
its western boundary. Properties within the UGB are developed with a mixture of urban residential
and commercial uses, with all adjacent parcels located within the Residential Standard Density (RS)
Zone. At the northwest corner of the subject property is a triangular parcel that is zoned Residential
High Density (RH) that is located within the Bend UGB, but is not annexed into the City of Bend.
North of the subject property, across Highway 20 are two Exclusive Farm Use –
Tumalo/Redmond/Bend (EFU-TRB) zoned tax lots that are developed with single-family dwellings
and one EFU-TRB property which is undeveloped. None of these properties appear to be engaged
in farm use and there are no listed water rights for any of the parcels. To the east of the subject
property are two Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA-10) zoned tax lots that are developed with single-
family dwellings. None of these properties appear to be engaged in farm use and there are no listed
water rights for any of the parcels. To the south, across Bear Creek Road, are three EFU-TRB zoned
tax lots. All of these properties are developed with single-family dwellings and one parcel (Map and
Tax Lot: 18-12-02, 201) is currently engaged in small scale agricultural use.
PUBLIC AND PRIVATE AGENCY COMMENTS: On April 7, 2022, the Planning Division mailed notice
to several public agencies and received the following comments:
Deschutes County Senior Transportation Planner, Peter Russell
I have reviewed the transmittal materials for file 247-22-000123-PA/124-ZC for a plan
amendment and zone change for affordable housing on 35.2 acres to the immediate east of
Bend at 21455 Hwy 20, aka County Assessor’s Map 17-12-35, Tax Lot 1500. The proposal was
selected as part of House Bill 4079 (2018) for affordable housing and currently has a
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Comprehensive Plan designation of Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA) and is zoned as
Multiple Use Agriculture (MUA-10). The proposal would annex the area and change the
designation to the City’s Urbanizing Area (UA).
Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 660-039 implements HB 4079. OAR 660-39-030(1)(c)
specifically exempts plan amendments and zone changes for HB 4079 projects from
demonstrating compliance with Statewide Planning Goal 12 (Transportation), which is
implemented by the Transportation Planning Rule (TPR), aka OAR 660-012-0060. However, local
codes still require traffic analysis, specifically Deschutes County Code (DCC) 18.116.310(C)(3) and
18.116.310(E)(4). Staff agrees with the methodology, assumptions, and conclusions of the
transportation analysis submitted as part of the burden of proof.
Deschutes County Building Official, Randy Scheid
The Deschutes County Building Safety Divisions code mandates that Access, Egress, Setbacks,
Fire & Life Safety, Fire Fighting Water Supplies, etc. must be specifically addressed during the
appropriate plan review process with regard to any proposed structures and occupancies.
Accordingly, all Building Code required items will be addressed, when a specific structure,
occupancy, and type of construction is proposed and submitted for plan review
Central Oregon irrigation District (COID)
Please be advised that Central Oregon Irrigation District (COID) has reviewed the application
received via email on April 7, 2022 for the above referenced project. The applicant requests an
Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan designation and Zone of the subject property from
Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA) and Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA10) Zone to Bend
Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) Area and Urbanizable Area (UA), respectively. The subject
proposal is in conjunction with House Bill (HB) 4079, which designates a City of Bend Affordable
Housing Pilot Program. The subject property is located at 21455 HWY 20, BEND, OR 97701;
1712350001500.
The A-Lateral has an easement of 50-feet with a road easement of 20-feet on the west side. The
piped A-23 is located on the north end of the properties and will need to be accommodated. In
addition, there is an abandoned ditch with an easement of 20-feet that traverses the subject
property.
Listed below are COIDs initial comments to the provided preliminary site plan. All development
affecting irrigation facilities shall be in accordance with COID’s Development Handbook and/or
as otherwise approved by the District.
Central Oregon Irrigation District (COID) and Hayden Homes are coordinating on the
location and construction timeline of the proposed piping of the A-lateral. While there
are several technical and public safety matters to be addressed, COID has agreed, in
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principle, to the proposed piping of the canal. It is our understanding the goal is to
perform this work winter of 2023.
Any irrigation conveyance, District or private, which passes through the subject property
shall not be encroached upon or crossed without written permission from this office.
No structures of any kind, including fence, are permitted within COID
property/easement/right of way.
Irrigation infrastructure and rights-of-way are required to be identified on all maps and
plans.
Please note that COID facilities are located within the vicinity of the project. If the project
expands to include additional tax lots or areas, please contact COID.
Comply with Requirements of COID Developer Handbook including restriction on drilling
/ blasting and excavation within and adjacent to the existing canal embankment. There
is no blasting within 100-feet of the canal
COID has discussed the following water rights information for Tax Map 17123500 01500 with
Hayden Homes:
7.50 acres of appurtenant COID pond maintenance right. Property owner has the option
to retain the pond on the property with the understanding no water will be delivered to
it during the non-irrigation season.
2.25 acres of appurtenant COID pond maintenance right (small southern pond). This
pond has not been actively filled and maintained since 2017. This water is subject to
cancellation November 1, 2022 due to nonuse. Property owner must contact COID by
4/29/22 to file an instream lease application to protect the water. If an instream lease is
not filed by the due date, the only option to retain the 2.25 acre pond is to fill and
maintain the pond during the 2022 irrigation season. Failure to lease the water instream
or to fill the pond will result in the cancellation of the water right and may subject the
property owner to cancellation fees. Contact COID for information.
0.25 acres of appurtenant COID irrigation right. This irrigation right should be removed
from the property prior to development.
Our comments are based on the information provided, which we understand to be preliminary
in nature at this time. Our comments are subject to change and additional requirements may
be made. Please provide updated documents to COID for review as they become
available. Policies, standards and requirements set forth in the COID Developer Handbook
must be complied with. Irrigation infrastructure and right-of-way are required to be identified
on all maps and plans.
The following agencies either had no comment or did not respond to the notice at the time of this
decision and recommendation: Avion Water Company, the Bend-La Pine School District, the Bend
Fire Department, the Bend Metro Parks and Recreation District, the Bend Planning Department,
the Bend Public Works Department, the Bend Growth Management Department, the Central
Oregon Irrigation District (COID), the Deschutes County Assessor, the Deschutes County
Environmental Soils Division, the Deschutes County Road Department, the Oregon Department of
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Transportation, the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife, the Oregon Department of State
Lands (DSL), and the District 11 Watermaster.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: The Planning Division mailed notice of the application to all property owners
within 250 feet of the subject property on April 7, 2022. The Applicant also complied with the posted
notice requirements of Section 22.24.030(B) of Title 22 of the Deschutes County Code. The Applicant
submitted a Land Use Action Sign Affidavit indicating the Applicant posted notice of the land use
action on March 4, 2022. No public comments were received from neighboring property owners
prior to the joint public hearing before the Hearings Officer.
On April 13, 2022, the Bend-Redmond Habitat for Humanity Director of Land Acquisition and
Development submitted a comment letter as follows:
I am writing in reference to project number PLUGB20220115 at 21455 HWY 20 Bend.
With the median house price in Bend at 770k is it clear that we are in dire need of
affordable housing, and plenty of it. The expansion of the Urban Growth Boundary on this
35 acre plot would provide this much needed housing if it were medium density residential.
It is important to have units available at every level from 30‐80% AMI and to have a focus
on homeownership.
To name a few of the benefits of homeownership: homeowners are more likely to vote,
their children are more likely to graduate and to experience good health.
In order to keep affordable housing affordable, I suggest a portion of the housing to be
deed restricted.
At the public hearing, several members of the public asked questions concerning future
development of the subject property if the current applications before the County and the City to
amend the Comprehensive Plans and change the zoning are approved. These questions are
summarized as follows:
Will Highway 20 be included in the UGB and will ODOT lose jurisdiction to review access
points from Highway 20, speed limits and maintenance?
Will there be a sidewalk and bicycle lane on Bear Creek Road? Traffic and speeds on Bear
Creek Road are hazardous.
What percentages of AMI will be considered for affordable housing criteria?
What will the impact on wildlife be with the continued expansion of City limits, potential
development of or around the irrigation canals and piping of COID canals?
Will light pollution associated with street lights be addressed?
What about view impacts of a 3-story apartment building on the property?
Will the affordable housing project include any portions dedicated for senior living?
Will there be any barrier between future development of the site and existing housing on
surrounding properties to protect privacy of surrounding homeowners?
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On rebuttal at the public hearing, the Applicant addressed these questions of the public and noted
that they are all related to future, actual development of the site. Consideration of these potential
impacts will be reviewed by the City of Bend pursuant to its Development Code at such time as
applications for development are submitted.
Joe Bessman, of Transight Consulting, the Applicant’s transportation engineer noted that the current
applications are exempted from the transportation planning rule. He stated that Highway 20 will
remain subject to ODOT jurisdiction and maintenance. Mr. Bessman stated that, with a proposed
roundabout to be developed to the east of the subject property, there will be reduced speeds on
Highway 20 heading west into the City limits. He also addressed sidewalk connections, bicycle lanes
and lighting at intersections, all of which would be reviewed by the City in future development
applications.
Megan Norris, the Applicant’s representative, addressed fencing and privacy, noting that the
Applicant desires to be a “good neighbor” and provide privacy measures at the time of future
development. She also stated that the Applicant will be constructing a park for BMPRD.
Karen Swenson, Senior City of Bend Planner discussed the fact that the subject property will not be
potentially rezoned to RM until the City approves and finalizes an annexation agreement with the
Applicant. She also noted that there is a reversion process for property brought into a UGB that
would allow it to be removed, if necessary. Pursuant to the City’s “dark skies” policy, street lights will
be required only at certain intersections. Piping of canals is up to COID.
NOTICE REQUIREMENT: The Applicant complied with the posted notice requirements of Section
22.23.030(B) of Deschutes County Code (DCC) Title 22. The Applicant submitted a Land Use Action
Sign Affidavit, dated March 4, 2022, indicating the Applicant posted notice of the land use action on
the property on March 4, 2022. On April 7, 2022, the Planning Division mailed a Notice of Public
Hearing to all property owners within 250 feet of the subject property. A Notice of Public Hearing
was published in the Bend Bulletin on Wednesday, April 20, 2022. Notice of the first evidentiary
hearing was submitted to the Department of Land Conservation and Development on March 29,
2022.
REVIEW PERIOD: The application was submitted on February 17, 2022. The application was deemed
complete on March 18, 2022. According to Deschutes County Code 22.20.040(D), the review of the
proposed quasi-judicial Plan Amendment and Zone Change application is not subject to the 150-
day review period.
LAND USE HISTORY: Previous land use decisions associated with the subject property are listed
below:
247-16-000317-ZC and 247-16-000318-PA: A Plan Amendment changing the designation of the
subject property from Agriculture to Rural Residential Exception Area and a Zone Change from
Exclusive Farm Use (EFU-TRB) to Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA-10).
247-17-000115-LL: A property line adjustment between the subject property and a neighboring
property (Map and Tax Lot: 17-12-35, 1501).
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III. FINDINGS & CONCLUSIONS
Title 22 of the Deschutes County Code, Procedures Ordinance
Chapter 22.08, General Provisions
Section 22.08.010 Application Requirements
A. Property Owner. For the purposes of DCC 22.08.010, the term "property owner"
shall mean the owner of record or the contract purchaser and does not include
a person or organization that holds a security interest.
B. Applications for development or land use actions shall:
1. Be submitted by the property owner or a person who has written
authorization from the property owner as defined herein to make the
application;
2. Be completed on a form prescribed by the Planning Director;
3. Include supporting information required by the zoning ordinance and
that information necessary to demonstrate compliance with applicable
criteria; and
4. Be accompanied by the appropriate filing fee, unless such fees are
waived by the Board of County
Commissioners.
5. Include an affidavit attesting to the fact that the notice has been posted
on the property in accordance with DCC 22.24.030(B).
C. The following applications are not subject to the ownership requirement set
forth in DCC 22.08.010(B)(1):
1. Applications submitted by or on behalf of a public entity or public utility
having the power of eminent domain with respect to the property subject
to the application; or
2. Applications for development proposals sited on lands owned by the state
or the federal government.
D. A deposit for hearings officers’ fees may be requested at any time prior to the
application being deemed complete and, if the application is heard by a
hearings officer, the applicant will be responsible for the actual costs of the
hearings officer.
FINDING: The Applicant submitted its application on a form prescribed by the Planning Director
and supported by a burden of proof statement and exhibits, pursuant to authority granted by the
property owner, Porter Kelly Burns Landholdings LLC. The Applicant paid a hearings officer deposit
and will be responsible for the actual costs of the hearings officer. The Applicant submitted an
affidavit attesting to the fact notice was posted on the property in accordance with DCC
22.24.030(B). The Hearings Officer finds these criteria are met.
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Section 22.08.020 Acceptance of Application
A. Development action and land use action applications shall not be accepted until
the planning director has determined that (1) the requirements of DCC 22.08.010
have been met and (2) the application is complete or the application is deemed
to be complete under state law.
B. An application is complete when in the judgment of the Planning Director all
applicable issues have been adequately addressed in the application.
C. Acceptance of an application as complete shall not preclude a determination at
a later date that additional criteria need to be addressed or a later
determination that additional information is needed to adequately address
applicable criteria.
FINDING: The Applicant’s application was accepted by the Deschutes County Community
Development Department and was determined to be complete. The Hearings Officer finds these
criteria are met.
Chapter 22.20, Review of Land Use Applications
Section 22.20.010 Action on Land Use Action Applications
A. Except for comprehensive plan amendments and zone changes and other
instances where a hearing is required by state law or by other ordinance
provision, the Planning Director may decide upon a land use action application
administratively either with prior notice, as prescribed under DCC 22.20.020 or
without prior notice, as prescribed under DCC 22.20.030 or he may refer the
application to the Hearings Body for hearing. The Planning Director shall take
such action within 30 days of the date the application is accepted or deemed
accepted as complete. This time limit may be waived at the option of the
applicant.
FINDING: The Applicant requests a Comprehensive Plan map amendment. Accordingly, a public
hearing before the Deschutes County Hearings Officer was held on May 10, 2022. This Decision and
Recommendation is prepared for consideration by the Board of County Commissioners.
Chapter 22.24, Land Use Action Hearings
Section 22.24.010 Filing of Staff Report for Hearing
A. At the time an application that in the judgment of the Planning director requires
a hearing is deemed complete, a hearing date shall be set.
B. A staff report shall be completed seven days prior to hearing. If the report is not
completed by such time, the hearing shall be held as scheduled, but any party
may at the hearing or in writing prior to the hearing request a continuance of
the hearing to a date that is at least seven days after the date the initial staff
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report is complete. Pursuant to DCC 22.24.140(A)(3), grant of a continuance
under these circumstances shall be discretionary.
C. A copy of the staff report shall be mailed to the applicant, shall be made
available to such other persons who request a copy and shall be filed with the
Hearings Body.
D. Oral or written modifications and additions to the staff report shall be allowed
prior to or at the hearing.
FINDING: A staff report was completed seven days prior to the May 10, 2022 hearing date. A copy
of the staff report was mailed to the Applicant, sent to the Hearings Officer, and was made available
to the public as part of the record herein. No oral or written modifications and/or additions to the
staff report were made. The Hearings Officer finds these criteria are met.
Section 22.24.020 Hearings Body
A. The following shall serve as the hearings body:
1. Hearings Officer.
2. Planning Commission, as specified by DCC 22.24.020(C).
3. Board of County Commissioners, except where an applicable joint
management agreement within an acknowledged urban growth
boundary specifies a city governing body as the final appeals body.
B. The Hearings Body order shall be as set forth in DCC 22.24.020(A), except that the
Board may call up an administrative decision for review without the necessity of
an application going before the Hearings Officer.
C. Where the Hearings Officer declines to hear a matter on the grounds of a conflict
of interest, the Planning Commission shall substitute for the hearings officer. In
the Redmond Urban Area, the initial Hearings Body for a quasi-judicial plan
amendment or zone change may at the discretion of the Planning Director be
either the Planning Commission or the Hearings Officer. Additionally, in the
Redmond Urban Area, the initial Hearings Body for Declaratory Rulings and
revocations of land use approvals may, at the discretion of the Planning Director,
be the Hearings Officer, the Redmond Urban Area Planning Commission or the
Redmond City Council.
FINDING: The Deschutes County Hearings Officer has served as the initial hearings body for the
application for a quasi-judicial plan amendment. This Decision and Recommendation is prepared
for consideration by the Board of County Commissioners. The Hearings Officer finds these
requirements are met.
Section 22.24.030 Notice of Hearing or Administrative Action
A. Individual Mailed Notice.
1. Except as otherwise provided for herein, notice of a land use application
shall be mailed at least 20 days prior to the hearing for those matters set
for hearing, or within 10 days after receipt of an application for those
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matters to be processed administratively with notice. Written notice shall
be sent by mail to the following persons:
a. The applicant.
b. Owners of record of property as shown on the most recent property
tax assessment roll of property located:
1. Within 100 feet of the property that is the subject of the notice
where any part of the subject property is within an urban growth
boundary;
2. Within 250 feet of the property that is the subject of the notice
where the subject property is outside an urban growth boundary
and not within a farm or forest zone, except where greater notice
is required under DCC 22.24.030(A)(4) for structures proposed to
exceed 30 feet in height; or
3. Within 750 feet of the property that is the subject of the notice
where the subject property is within a farm or forest zone, except
where greater notice is required under DCC 22.24.030(A)(4) for
structures proposed to exceed 30 feet in height.
c. For a solar access or solar shade exception application, only those
owners of record identified in the application as being burdened by
the approval of such an application.
d. The owner of a public use airport if the airport is located within 10,000
feet of the subject property.
e. The tenants of a mobile home park when the application is for the
rezoning of any part or all of a mobile home park.
f. The Planning Commission.
g. Any neighborhood or community organization formally recognized by
the board under criteria established by the Board whose boundaries
include the site.
h. At the discretion of the applicant, the County also shall provide notice
to the Department of Land Conservation and Development.
2. Notwithstanding DCC 22.24.030(A)(1) (b)(1), all owners of property within
250 feet of property that is the subject of a plan amendment application
or zone change application shall receive notice.
3. The failure of a property owner to receive mailed notice shall not
invalidate any land use approval if the Planning Division can show by
affidavit that such notice was given.
4. For structures proposed to exceed 30 feet in height that are located
outside of an urban growth boundary, the area for describing persons
entitled to notice under DCC 22.24.030(A)(1)(b) shall expand outward by a
distance equal to the distance of the initial notice area boundary for
every 30 foot height increment or portion thereof.
B. Posted Notice.
1. Notice of a land use action application for which prior notice procedures
are chosen shall be posted on the subject property for at least 10
continuous days prior to any date set for receipt of comments. Such
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notice shall, where practicable, be visible from any adjacent public way.
2. Posted notice of an application for a utility facility line approval shall be
by posting the proposed route at intervals of not less than one-half mile.
The notice shall be posted as close as practicable to, and be visible from,
any public way in the vicinity of the proposed route.
3. Notice of a solar access application shall be posted as near as practicable
to each lot identified in the application.
C. Published Notice. In addition to notice by mail and posting, notice of an initial
hearing shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the County
at least 20 days prior to the hearing.
D. Media Notice. Copies of the notice of hearing shall be transmitted to other
newspapers published in Deschutes County.
FINDING: Individual mailed notice, posted notice, published notice and media notice of the
application and the initial public hearing before the Hearings Officer were provided consistent with
these requirements. Specifically, notice was provided to owners of record of property as shown on
the most recent property tax assessment roll of property located within 250 feet of the subject
property. The Hearings Officer finds these criteria are met.
Section 22.24.040 Contents of Notice
A. All mailed notices of a land use action hearing shall:
1. Describe the nature of the applicant's request and the nature of the
proposed uses that could be authorized.
2. List the criteria from the zoning ordinance and the plan applicable to the
application at issue.
3. Set forth the street address or easily understood geographical reference
to the subject property.
4. State the date, time and location of any hearing or date by which written
comments must be received.
5. State that any person may comment in writing and include a general
explanation of the requirements for submission of testimony and the
procedures for conduct of testimony, including, but not limited to, a
party's right to request a continuance or to have the record held open.
6. If a hearing is to be held, state that any interested person may appear.
7. State that failure to raise an issue in person at a hearing or in writing
precludes appeal by that person to the Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA),
and that failure to provide statements or evidence sufficient to afford the
decision-maker an opportunity to respond to the issue precludes appeal
to LUBA based on that issue.
8. State the name of a county representative to contact and the telephone
number where additional information may be obtained.
9. State that a copy of the application, all documents and evidence
submitted by or on behalf of the applicant and applicable criteria are
available for inspection at no cost and will be provided at reasonable
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cost.
10. State that a copy of the staff report will be available for inspection at no
cost at least seven days prior to the hearing and will be provided at
reasonable cost.
11. All mailed notices shall contain the following statement: NOTICE TO
MORTGAGEE, LIENHOLDER, VENDOR OR SELLER: ORS CHAPTER 215
REQUIRES THAT IF YOU RECEIVE THIS NOTICE, IT MUST PROMPTLY BE
FORWARDED TO THE PURCHASER.
B. All mailed and published notices for hearings shall contain a statement that
recipients may request a copy of the staff report.
C. All mailed and published notices concerning applications necessitating an
exception to one of the statewide land use planning goals shall state that a goal
exception is proposed and shall summarize the issues in an understandable
manner.
FINDING: Mailed notices of the initial hearing before the Hearings Officer on the application contain
all required information set forth above. The application does not necessitate an exception to any
of the statewide land use planning goals. The Hearings Officer finds these criteria are met.
Chapter 22.28, Land Use Action Decisions
Section 22.28.030 Decision on Plan Amendments and Zone Changes.
A. Except as set forth herein, the Hearings Officer or the Planning Commission when
acting as the Hearings Body shall have authority to make decisions on all quasi-
judicial zone changes and plan amendments. Prior to becoming effective, all quasi-
judicial plan amendments and zone changes shall be adopted by the Board of
County Commissioners.
B. In considering all quasi-judicial zone changes and those quasi-judicial plan
amendments on which the Hearings Officer has authority to make a decision, the
Board of County Commissioners shall, in the absence of an appeal or review
initiated by the Board, adopt the Hearings Officer's decision. No argument or further
testimony will be taken by the Board.
C. Plan amendments and zone changes requiring an exception to the goals or
concerning lands designated for forest or agricultural use shall be heard de novo
before the Board of County Commissioners without the necessity of filing an appeal,
regardless of the determination of the Hearings Officer or Planning Commission.
Such hearing before the Board shall otherwise be subject to the same procedures as
an appeal to the Board under DCC Title 22.
D. Notwithstanding DCC 22.28.030(C), when a plan amendment subject to a DCC
22.28.030(C) hearing before the Board of County Commissioners has been
consolidated for hearing before the hearings Officer with a zone change or other
permit application not requiring a hearing before the board under DCC
22.28.030(C), any party wishing to obtain review of the Hearings Officer's decision
on any of those other applications shall file an appeal. The plan amendment shall
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be heard by the Board consolidated with the appeal of those other applications
FINDING: The Deschutes County Hearings Officer has authority to make a decision on the quasi-
judicial plan amendment application. The Hearings Officer presided over a public hearing on May
10, 2022, and prepared this Decision and Recommendation for consideration by the Board of
County Commissioners. Prior to becoming effective, the quasi-judicial plan amendment decision
shall be adopted by the Board of County Commissioners.
Title 19A of the Deschutes County Code, Bend Urbanizable Area District
Section 19A.01.010. Purpose, Applicability and Definitions
A. Purpose. The Urbanizable Area (UA) District is intended to preserve large areas of
undeveloped or rural land for future urban development prior to annexation. The
UA District promotes the livability, stability, safety and improvement of the City of
Bend by allowing orderly development consistent with the Bend Comprehensive
Plan.
B. Applicability. The provisions of the UA District apply to all land inside the Urban
Growth Boundary but outside the city limits, except for the land withdrawn from the
City of Bend by the County by City Resolution 2459. The City of Bend is responsible
for administering Title 19A using the Bend Development Code (BDC).
The UA District will automatically be removed upon annexation to the City, and the
zoning that implements the Bend Comprehensive Plan designation for the property
will apply.
FINDING: As set forth above, the Applicant requests a quasi-judicial plan amendment to change the
Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan map designation of the subject property from Rural
Residential Exception Area to Bend Urban Growth Area, and to rezone the property from
Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA) and Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA10) to Bend Urban
Growth Area and Urbanizable Area (UA) District, respectively.
The Applicant has also requested approval of a quasi-judicial plan amendment from the City of Bend
to revise the Bend Area Comprehensive Plan Map to expand the City of Bend UGB to include the
subject property and to designate the property Medium Density Residential (RM) and to rezone the
property to Urbanizable Area (UA). The subsequent steps to be taken by the City of Bend for the
affordable housing pilot project include annexation of the subject property, and adoption of plan
and zone designations for the property.
The Hearings Officer finds that DCC 19A.01.010 is a purpose statement, which sets forth a general
expression of a goal or objective to maintain large areas of undeveloped or rural land for future
urban development prior to annexation. See Beck v. City of Tillamook, 20 Or LUBA 178, 185-86 (1990).
Therefore, DCC 19A.01.010 is not an approval criterion for the subject application.
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Title 18 of the Deschutes County Code, County Zoning
Chapter 18.32, Multiple Use Agricultural Zone
Section 18.32.010. Purpose
The purposes of the Multiple Use Agricultural Zone are to preserve the rural character of
various areas of the County while permitting development consistent with that character
and with the capacity of the natural resources of the area; to preserve and maintain
agricultural lands not suited to full-time commercial farming for diversified or part-time
agricultural uses; to conserve forest lands for forest uses; to conserve open spaces and
protect natural and scenic resources; to maintain and improve the quality of the air, water
and land resources of the County; to establish standards and procedures for the use of
those lands designated unsuitable for intense development by the Comprehensive Plan,
and to provide for an orderly and efficient transition from rural to urban land use.
FINDING: As set forth above, the Applicant requests a quasi-judicial plan amendment to change the
Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan map designation of the subject property from Rural
Residential Exception Area to Bend Urban Growth Area, and to rezone the property from
Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA) and Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA10) to Bend Urban
Growth Area and Urbanizable Area (UA) District, respectively. The subject property is within the
Multiple Use Agricultural Zone.
The Applicant has also requested approval of a quasi-judicial plan amendment from the City of Bend
to revise the Bend Area Comprehensive Plan Map to expand the City of Bend UGB to include the
subject property, to designate the property Medium Density Residential (RM), and to rezone the
property to Urbanizable Area (UA). The subsequent steps to be taken by the City of Bend for the
affordable housing pilot project include annexation of the subject property, and adoption of plan
and zone designations for the property.
The Hearings Officer finds that DCC 18.32.010 is a purpose statement, which sets forth a general
expression of a goal or objective to preserve rural residential and agricultural lands. See Beck v. City
of Tillamook, 20 Or LUBA 178, 185-86 (1990). Therefore, DCC 18.32.010 is not an approval criterion
for the subject application.
Chapter 18.84, Landscape Management Combining Zone
Section 18.84.010. Purpose
The purposes of the Landscape Management Combining Zone are to maintain scenic and
natural resources of the designated areas and to maintain and enhance scenic vistas and
natural landscapes as seen from designated roads, rivers, or streams.
FINDING: The Hearings Officer finds that DCC 18.84.010 is a purpose statement, which sets forth a
general expression of a goal or objective to maintain scenic and natural resources of certain
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designated areas and to maintain and enhance scenic vistas and natural landscapes as seen from
designated roads, rivers, or streams. See Beck v. City of Tillamook, 20 Or LUBA 178, 185-86 (1990).
Therefore, DCC 18.84.010 is not an approval criterion for the subject application.
Section 18.84.020. Application Of Provisions
The provisions of DCC 18.84 shall apply to all areas within one-fourth mile of roads
identified as landscape management corridors in the Comprehensive Plan and the County
Zoning Map. The provisions of DCC 18.84 shall also apply to all areas within the boundaries
of a State scenic waterway or Federal wild and scenic river corridor and all areas within
660 feet of rivers and streams otherwise identified as landscape management corridors in
the comprehensive plan and the County Zoning Map. The distance specified above shall be
measured horizontally from the center line of designated landscape management
roadways or from the nearest ordinary high water mark of a designated landscape
management river or stream. The limitations in DCC 18.84.20 shall not unduly restrict
accepted agricultural practices.
FINDING: The Applicant requests a quasi-judicial plan amendment to change the County
Comprehensive Plan map designation of the subject property from Rural Residential Exception Area
to Bend Urban Growth Area to expand the City of Bend UGB. The subject property is also currently
within the Landscape Management (LM) Combining Zone. The subsequent steps to be taken by the
City of Bend for the affordable housing pilot project include annexation of the subject property, and
adoption of plan and zone designations for the property.
The current proposal will change the zoning of the subject property from Multiple Use Agricultural
(MUA10), which is administered by Title 18 of the Deschutes County Code, to a new zoning
designation of Urbanizable Area (UA), which is administered by Title 19A of the Deschutes County
Code. The Hearings Officer finds that Title 19A does not contain a Landscape Management
Combining Zone or similar proportional zoning designation which would apply to the subject
property. Therefore, the Hearings Officer finds that once the property’s zoning designation is
changed to Urbanizable Area, the overlying LM Zone that currently applies to the subject property
will be removed as the Deschutes County Code provisions governing the LM Zone do not apply
within Title 19A areas.
Chapter 18.136, Amendments
Section 18.136.010, Amendments
DCC Title 18 may be amended as set forth in DCC 18.136. The procedures for text or
legislative map changes shall be as set forth in DCC 22.12. A request by a property owner
for a quasi-judicial map amendment shall be accomplished by filing an application on
forms provided by the Planning Department and shall be subject to applicable
procedures of DCC Title 22.
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FINDING: The Applicant, with authorization from current landowner Porter Kelly Burns
Landholdings LLC, has requested a quasi-judicial plan amendment and zone change. The Applicant
has filed the required Planning Division’s land use application forms for the proposal. The
application is reviewed utilizing the applicable procedures contained in Title 22 of the Deschutes
County Code. The Hearings Officer finds these criteria are met.
Section 18.136.020, Rezoning Standards
The applicant for a quasi-judicial rezoning must establish that the public interest is best
served by rezoning the property. Factors to be demonstrated by the applicant are:
E. That the change conforms with the Comprehensive Plan, and the change is
consistent with the plan's introductory statement and goals.
FINDING: The Applicant provided the following response in its submitted burden of proof
statement:
A review of the Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan was included above. As detailed in
that section, the proposal is consistent with the applicable goals and policies of the
Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan, along with the introductory statement. Based upon
the findings and conclusions detailed in section VI.A above, the proposal complies with this
approval criterion.
The Applicant utilizes this analysis to determine and respond to only the Comprehensive Plan Goals
and policies that apply, which are reviewed in the Comprehensive Plan section of this Decision and
Recommendation in detail. The Hearings Officer agrees with the Applicant’s analysis and finds the
above provision is met based on Comprehensive Plan conformance as set forth in subsequent
findings.
F. That the change in classification for the subject property is consistent with the
purpose and intent of the proposed zone classification.
FINDING: The Applicant provided the following response in the submitted burden of proof
statement:
As detailed in DCC 19A.01.010 Purpose, Applicability and Definitions of the UA Zone.
A. Purpose. The Urbanizable Area (UA) District is intended to preserve large areas of
undeveloped or rural land for future urban development prior to annexation. The
UA District promotes the livability, stability, safety and improvement of the City of
Bend by allowing orderly development consistent with the Bend Comprehensive
Plan.
B. Applicability. The provisions of the UA District apply to all land inside the Urban
Growth Boundary but outside the city limits, except for the land withdrawn from
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the City of Bend by the County by City Resolution 2459. The City of Bend is
responsible for administering Title 19A using the Bend Development Code (BDC).
The UA District will automatically be removed upon annexation to the City, and
the zoning that implements the Bend Comprehensive Plan designation for the
property will apply.
C. Area and Master Planning. The City has the authority to process Area Plans under
BDC Chapter 4.1, Development Review and Procedures and BDC Chapter 4.6,
Land Use District Map and Text Amendments (Type IV process) and Master Plans
under BDC Chapter 4.5, Master Planning and Alternative Developments and BDC
Chapter 4.6, Land Use District Map and Text Amendments (Type III process) in the
UA District prior to annexation. However, development of the property with the
uses authorized by the Area or Master Plan may only occur after annexation.
D. Definitions. The following definitions apply to DCC Title 19A in addition to the
definitions in the BDC.
“Urban Growth Boundary (UGB)” means the urban growth boundary as adopted
by the City and County and acknowledged by the State, as set forth in the Bend
Comprehensive Plan and as shown on the Bend Comprehensive Plan map.
“Urbanizable Area (UA) District” means the unincorporated area inside the Urban
Growth Boundary (UGB) but outside the city limits, except for the land withdrawn
from the City of Bend by the County by City Resolution 2459.
The proposal will change the zone from MUA10 to UA, as it will be situated in the Bend UGB.
The proposed zone change allows efficient development which can utilize the planning
program that has been established between the City and Deschutes County for lands that
are situated within the UGB, but outside of the City Limits. The overall development process
will require Master Plan Approval and Annexation, prior to development. The property,
location, and overall intent of the application is consistent with the purpose and intent of the
UA Zone; thus in conformance with this approval criterion.
The Hearings Officer finds the Applicant has demonstrated the requested change in classification is
consistent with the purpose and intent of the UA Zone, as the current proposal is being reviewed
concurrently with the Applicant’s sister application to the City of Bend to expand the Bend UGB to
include the subject property. This criterion is met.
G. That changing the zoning will presently serve the public health, safety and welfare
considering the following factors:
4. The availability and efficiency of providing necessary public services and
facilities.
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FINDING: There are no plans to develop the property in its current state. The above criterion
specifically asks if the proposed zone exchange will presently serve public health, safety, and welfare.
The Applicant provides the following response in the submitted burden of proof statement:
Given the allowed uses in the UA Zone, changing the zone from MUA10 to UA will not result
in any new impacts or necessitate any new public services or facilities. Nonetheless, changing
the zone from MUA10 to UA will allow for the larger development process to begin, it will
provide a path for Master Planning, Annexation and ultimately for development of the
property in the City of Bend, consistent with the Concept Plan. Through the overall
development process, public facilities plans need to provide for the “timely, orderly and
efficient arrangement of public facilities and services to serve as a framework for urban and
rural development.” This requirement is primarily implemented by the City of Bend, which
has adopted public facilities plans and standards.
As documented in Section IV - Findings of Fact of this narrative, the HB 4079 Application
Submittal (Exhibit I), the Avion Water Will Serve Letter (Exhibit K), the City of Bend Sewer
Analysis (Exhibit L) and the Transportation Report, prepared by Transight Consulting (Exhibit
M), the subject property is able to be served by public water, sanitary sewer, and
transportation systems, and the Applicant is committed to making the extensions needed to
provide/extend the noted facilities and services. Once the property [is] brought into the UGB,
the applicant will undertake all required steps to update the TSP, along with the necessary
planning, designing and extending services (as required through the Master Plan,
Annexation, Land Division and Site Plan processes), to accommodate the Concept Plan
(Exhibit G) and the ultimate development of the site. The proposal is consistent with the
current public facilities master plans and it has been shown that the property can be
provided public facilities and services, concurrent with development. The proposal is
therefore consistent with this approval criterion.
Neighboring properties to the west are all located inside the Bend UGB and contain a mixture of
single-family residential uses and scattered commercial operations, such as plant nurseries.
Neighboring properties to the east predominately contain single-family residences and small scale,
hobby farm and agricultural uses. These parcels have water service primarily from Avion Water
Company and some private wells, on-site sewage disposal systems, electrical service, telephone
services, etc. Public water and sewer is currently provided to properties located within the UGB on
the west side of the subject property.
The subject property is currently adjacent to two major public rights of way: Highway 20 to the north,
which is maintained by the Oregon Department of Transportation, and Bear Creek Road to the
south, which is maintained by the Deschutes County Road Department. The Hearings Officer finds
that there are no known deficiencies in public services or facilities that would negatively impact
public health, safety, or welfare if the proposed rezone – in and of itself - is approved. The Applicant
testified at the public hearing before the Hearings Officer that, for future development of the parcel,
TSP alignments are required to be modified. The City of Bend has not finalized a Traffic Analysis
Memorandum (TAM) based on review of the Applicant’s Transportation Impact Analysis (TIA). The
TAM is ultimately tied to a future annexation agreement between the City of Bend and the Applicant.
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The subject property is within 1.5 miles to public elementary and middle schools and within 2 miles
of a public high school.
Prior to development of the properties, the Applicant will be required to comply with the applicable
requirements of the City of Bend Development Code, including possible land use permitting,
building permitting, and sewage disposal permitting processes. Through these development review
processes, assurance of adequate public services and facilities will be verified. The Hearings Officer
finds this criterion is met.
5. The impacts on surrounding land use will be consistent with the specific goals
and policies contained within the Comprehensive Plan.
FINDING: The Applicant provides the following response in the submitted burden of proof
statement:
Changing the zoning from MUA 10 to UA will not change the use of the land or generate any
new impacts that may be experience by surrounding lands. Furthermore, if and when
development occurs on the property (after Master Planning, Annexation, Land Division and
Site Plan, as needed) the project’s impacts on surrounding properties will be consistent with
the goals and policies of the Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan and the City of Bend
Comprehensive Plan. All applicable Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan Goals and
Policies were address in section VI.A above and as detailed therein the application complies
with the applicable Comprehensive Plan elements. Therefore the proposal complies with this
approval criterion.
The Applicant also has provided specific findings for each relevant Comprehensive Plan goal and
policy, which are reviewed below. The Hearings Officer finds the Applicant has demonstrated that
the impacts on surrounding land uses will be consistent with the specific goals and policies
contained within the Comprehensive Plan. This criterion is met.
H. That there has been a change in circumstances since the property was last zoned,
or a mistake was made in the zoning of the property in question.
FINDING: The Applicant is proposing to rezone the properties from MUA10 to Urbanizable Area
(UA) and re-designate the properties from Rural Residential Exception Area to Bend Urban Growth
Area. The Applicant provided the following response in the submitted burden of proof statement:
Throughout the adoption and roll-out of the HB 4079 project, the state documented that a
high number of Oregonians, particularly low income Oregonians, were paying more than
30% of their income on housing. Amongst the challenging housing environment, Oregon
State Legislators passed 4 housing bills in 2016:
HB 4079 Affordable Housing Pilot Project
HB 4143 Tenant protections
SB 1533 Inclusionary zoning and construction excise tax
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SB 1573 Limit voter approval of city annexations
The premise of the HB 4079 Affordable Housing Pilot Project is to understand potential
impacts, if UGB rules are relaxed, and if relaxing the rules will bring in land (to the UGB) that
would not otherwise be urbanized, and if the lower cost of such land will allow a set-aside
for affordable housing to become feasible.
The passing of HB 4079, the adoption of the implementing rules in OAR 660-039, and the
selection of the City of Bend (and the subject property) all constitute changes that have
occurred since the property was last zoned MUA10. The noted changes justify the zone
change from MUA10 to UA.
The Hearings Officer finds that the passage of HB 4079 and the selection of the subject property for
an affordable housing pilot project together constitute a change in circumstances since the property
was last zoned. This criterion is met.
Title 23 of the Deschutes County Code, Comprehensive Plan
Chapter 1, Comprehensive Planning
Section 1.3, Land Use Planning
Goal 1. Maintain an open and public land use process in which decisions are based on the
objective evaluation of facts.
FINDING: This proposal was developed specifically in response to the State of Oregon’s request for
affordable housing pilot projects to address this critical Central Oregon issue. The 2016 House Bill
4079 (HB 4079) and the 2019 HB 2336 allowed two selected cities to add new housing units outside
of their current UGBs. The resulting statute and implementing administrative rule (OAR 660-039)
were themselves created via a public process. The review of the City of Bend’s proposal and
subsequent approval by the Land Conservation and Development Commission (LCDC) to select
Bend as one of two selected cities for the affordable housing pilot project under these bills was
based on an objective review of the facts pertaining to state goals and administrative rules.
The Applicant’s subsequent land use application to Deschutes County for the requested plan
amendment includes public notice as required by County Code to property owners, private and
public agencies, and culminates in two public hearings – one before the Hearings Officer and one
before the Board of County Commissioners.
The Applicant’s burden of proof addresses the factual base of state and local requirements for
decisions related to plan amendments. The burden of proof also addresses City of Bend
requirements for the next steps regarding the future application of Bend’s Development Code, to
obtain entitlements to develop the site to accommodate 347 residential units. As presently
projected, approximately 30% of the units to be developed will be affordable housing (households
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making 80% or less of the County’s Area Median Income (AMI) of $68,9731). The Hearings Officer
finds that, for all the foregoing reasons, at every step at the state and the local level the potential
future development of the subject property for affordable housing has been the result of an open
and public process.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Chapter 1, Goal 1 of the County
Comprehensive Plan.
Goal 2. Promote regional cooperation and partnerships on planning issues.
FINDING: The Applicant’s related applications to the County and to the City for Plan Amendments,
Zone Changes, and UGB amendment were developed as a specific response to the state’s request
for pilot projects for affordable housing. The City of Bend and Deschutes County have extensively
coordinated on the resulting land use application for the subject property. The subject application
for a County Plan Amendment and Zone Change is being processed concurrently with a City of Bend
proposal for a UGB expansion to encompass the parcel. The Hearings Officer finds that the proposal
promotes regional cooperation and partnerships between Deschutes County and the City of Bend.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Chapter 1, Goal 2 of the County
Comprehensive Plan.
Chapter 2, Resource Management
Section 2.2, Agricultural Lands Policies
FINDING: The subject property is currently designated Rural Residential Exception Area and thus
the proposal does not impact any designated agricultural land. The Hearings Officer finds the
provisions of this section of the Comprehensive Plan are not applicable.
Section 2.3 Forests
FINDING: The Hearings Officer finds the provisions of this section of the Comprehensive Plan do
not apply as the subject property is not located in a forest zone or on land designated as Forest on
the Comprehensive Plan map.
Section 2.4, Goal 5 Overview Policies
Goal 1. Protect Goal 5 resources
FINDING: The Applicant provided the following response in the submitted burden of proof
statement:
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This section provides background information of Goal 5 resources in Deschutes County and
establishes methods for preservation and protection of such resources. As noted in the City
of Bend Resolution 3271 (Exhibit H), the subject property contains 2 water storage ponds
that may be Goal 5 resources and/or potential wetlands.
The current submittal is for UGB Expansion, a RM Bend Comprehensive Plan designation,
and a Zone Change from MUA 10 to UA, that will ultimately accommodate the Concept Plan
(Exhibit G). The Concept Plan provides a park in the areas of the potential Goal 5 Resource
(wherein the resource could be preserved, if needed) and the City has found that the
forthcoming City of Bend review procedures will ensure compliance with Goal 5, thus the
proposal and subsequent review process will provide consistency with intent of this section.
Based on the National, Local, and State Wetland maps, the record shows that the subject property
contains several areas of jurisdictional wetlands, primarily in the western and southern portions of
the property that are associated with irrigation lines and storage ponds. Two irrigation ponds exist
on the subject property. As part of the current proposal, Deschutes County notified the Oregon
Department of State Lands (DSL) concerning the proposed Plan Amendment and Zone Change. DSL
did not provide any comments on the Applicant’s proposal.
No specific physical development of the property is being proposed as part of the requested Plan
Amendment and Zone Change and thus no impacts to designated wetland areas or other Goal 5
resources are expected under the current proposal. Any physical development of the subject
property will be undertaken after the parcel has been annexed into the City of Bend. All
development proposals will be reviewed under City of Bend codes and procedures, in addition to
coordination with relevant state agencies such as DSL. The Applicant will also be required to
coordinate with Central Oregon Irrigation District (COID) and the Bend Metropolitan Parks and
Recreation District (BMPRD) concerning preservation and/or development of the areas surrounding
one or both irrigation ponds. The Hearings Officer agrees with the Applicant’s contention that any
future City of Bend review procedures will ensure protection of any Goal 5 resources located onsite.
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Goal 5 Policies 2.4.1 through 2.4.5 focus on amending the County’s Goal 5 inventory. The Hearings
Officer thus finds those policies are not applicable.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Section 2.4, Goal 1 of the County
Comprehensive Plan.
Section 2.5, Water Resources Policies
FINDING: The Applicant provided the following response in the submitted burden of proof
statement:
This section provides background information of Goal 5 Water Resources in Deschutes
County and establishes methods for preservation and protection. As noted above and in the
City of Bend Resolution 3721 (Exhibit H), the subject property contains 2 water storage ponds
that may be Goal 5 Water Resources and/or potential wetlands.
The current submittal is for UGB Expansion, a RM Bend Comprehensive Plan designation,
and a Zone Change from MUA 10 to UA, that will ultimately accommodate the Concept Plan
(Exhibit G). The Concept Plan provides a park in the areas of the potential Goals 5 Resource
(wherein the resource could be preserved, if needed) and the City has found that the
forthcoming City of Bend review procedures will ensure compliance with Goal 5, thus the
proposal and subsequent review process will provide consistency with intent of this section.
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No sensitive riparian areas or major water resources are located in the immediate area. However,
based on the National, Local, and State Wetland maps, the subject property contains several areas
of jurisdictional wetlands, primarily in the western and southern portions of the property that are
associated with irrigation lines and storage ponds. As noted above, Deschutes County notified the
Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) concerning the proposed Plan Amendment and Zone
Change. DSL did not provide any comments on the Applicant’s proposal.
No specific physical development of the property is being proposed as part of the requested Plan
Amendment and Zone Change and thus no impacts to water resources are expected under the
current proposal. Any physical development of the subject property will be undertaken after the
parcel has been annexed into the City of Bend. All development proposals will be reviewed under
City of Bend codes and procedures, in addition to coordination with relevant state agencies such as
DSL. The Applicant will also be required to coordinate with Central Oregon Irrigation District (COID)
and the Bend Metropolitan Parks and Recreation District (BMPRD) concerning preservation and/or
development of the areas surrounding one or both irrigation ponds. The Hearings Officer agrees
with the Applicant’s contention that any future City of Bend review procedures will ensure
protection of any water resources located onsite.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Chapter 2, Section 2.5 of the County
Comprehensive Plan.
Section 2.6, Wildlife
FINDING: There are no Goal 5-listed wildlife species present on the subject property, based on the
Goal 5 inventory, nor threatened or endangered species. There is no identified wildlife habitat on
the subject property.
The Hearings Officer finds that Chapter 2, Section 2.6 of the County Comprehensive Plan is
inapplicable.
Section 2.7, Open Spaces, Scenic Views and Sites
Goal 1. Coordinate with property owners to ensure protection of significant open spaces and
scenic views and sites.
FINDING: The site is not zoned Open Space and Conservation (OS&C) and is not considered a
significant open space based on any natural amenities present on the site. However, the subject
property is located within a designated Landscape Management Combining Zone associated with
Highway 20. Pursuant to DCC 18.84, the purpose of the Landscape Management Combining Zone
is to “maintain scenic and natural resources of the designated areas and to maintain and enhance
scenic vistas and natural landscapes as seen from designated roads, rivers, or streams.”
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Hearings Officer finds that Chapter 2, Section 2.7, Goal 1 of the
County Comprehensive Plan does not apply because, at the time of development, the property will
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be under the City of Bend’s land use authority and subject to the City’s open space and scenic view
development criteria.
Policy 2.7.1 Goal 5 open spaces, scenic views and sites inventories, ESEEs and programs are
retained and not repealed.
FINDING: As set forth in the findings above, the site is not zoned OS&C. However, the subject
property is located within a designated Landscape Management Combining Zone associated with
Highway 20. Pursuant to DCC 18.84, the purpose of the Landscape Management Combining Zone
is to “maintain scenic and natural resources of the designated areas and to maintain and enhance
scenic vistas and natural landscapes as seen from designated roads, rivers, or streams.”
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Hearings Officer finds that Policy 2.7.1 of the County
Comprehensive Plan does not apply because, at the time of development, the property will be under
the City of Bend’s land use authority and subject to the City’s open space and scenic view
development criteria.
Policy 2.7.2 Cooperate with stakeholders to establish a comprehensive system of connected
open spaces.
FINDING: As set forth in the findings above, the site is not zoned OS&C. There are no OS&C zoned
properties or other open space resources in the immediate vicinity of the subject property.
Despite the lack of adjacent open space resources in the area, within the Concept Plan submitted
as part of the application materials, the Applicant has identified a potential dedicated park in certain
areas of the subject property, predominately in the southwestern quadrant, which may be proposed
for development in the future.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Hearings Officer finds that Policy 2.7.2 of the County
Comprehensive Plan does not apply because, at the time of development, the property will be under
the City of Bend’s land use authority and subject to the City’s open space and scenic view
development criteria.
Policy 2.7.3 Support efforts to identify and protect significant open spaces and visually
important areas including those that provide a visual separation between communities such
as the open spaces of Bend and Redmond or lands that are visually prominent.
FINDING: As set forth in the findings above, the site is not zoned OS&C. However, the subject
property is located within a designated Landscape Management Combining Zone associated with
Highway 20. Pursuant to DCC 18.84, the purpose of the Landscape Management Combining Zone
is to “maintain scenic and natural resources of the designated areas and to maintain and enhance
scenic vistas and natural landscapes as seen from designated roads, rivers, or streams.”
Nonetheless, the record does not show there are any significant open spaces or visually
prominent areas on the subject parcel.
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No specific physical development of the property is being proposed as part of the requested Plan
Amendment and Zone Change and thus no impacts to open space or visually prominent areas are
expected under the current proposal. Any physical development of the subject property will be
undertaken after the parcel has been annexed into the City of Bend. All development proposals will
be reviewed under City of Bend codes and procedures and for consistency with the Bend
Comprehensive Plan.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Policy 2.7.3 of the County Comprehensive
Plan.
Policy 2.7.4 Encourage a variety of approaches that protect significant open spaces and scenic
views and sites.
FINDING: As set forth in the findings above, the subject property does not contain significant open
space or scenic views and sites. Nevertheless, through review of specific future development of the
site the City of Bend can protect open spaces as well as scenic views and sites. The City’s
Comprehensive Plan requires identification and preservation of significant open space areas and
natural features where possible. The record does not show there are any significant open spaces or
visually prominent areas on the subject parcel.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Policy 2.7.4 of the County Comprehensive
Plan.
Policy 2.7.5 Encourage new development to be sensitive to scenic views and sites.
FINDING: The plan amendment application does not propose any development at this time; future
development applications will be reviewed by the City of Bend. The Hearings Officer finds this policy
does not apply to the subject proposal. However, when the City annexes the land into the UGB and
applies residential zoning to the subject parcel, development proposal(s) will be reviewed pursuant
to the City code to address consistency with local code requirements. The Hearings Officer finds
Policy 2.7.5 does not apply.
Section 2.8 Energy Policies
Goal 1. Promote energy conservation.
Goal 2. Promote affordable, efficient, reliable and environmentally sound energy systems for
individual home and business consumers.
Goal 3. Promote affordable, efficient, reliable and environmentally sound commercial energy
facilities.
FINDING: The Applicant provided the following response in the submitted burden of proof
statement:
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While none of the Goals or Policies of this section are relevant to the current review, the
Background of this section notes:
A prime method of managing land for energy conservation is to design communities to be compact
and walkable, so as to limit the need for automobiles and conserve fossil fuel. For a rural county,
these types of transportation related energy savings are limited. Instead the County can focus on
other conservation measures.
The proposal provides 35.52 acres of land that are intended for urban residential
development. The proposed UGB Expansion, associated Comprehensive Plan Map
Amendment and Zone Change will locate much needed urban land for residential
development in a location that has been vetted by the State (LCDC – Exhibit J) and the City of
Bend (Exhibit I). As detailed in the HB 4079 Application, factors that were considered when
selecting the HB 4079 site included ability to extend water, sewer, and transportation
systems to the area, along with transit availability. The site abuts the Bend UGB, and the
Concept Plan includes a park, pedestrian facilities, multi-use paths and a transit stop.
Through subsequent review processes (Master Plan, Annexation, Land Division and Site Plan)
the proposed project will facilitate a compact development design and manage land for
energy conservation, which is consistent with this section.
Approval of the application will not result in any immediate development. The Hearings Officer finds
these goals and their policies do not apply to the proposed Plan Amendment and Zone Change
request. However, the Concept Plan submitted as part of the application materials includes a variety
of residential densities, which may result in increased energy conservation. Additionally, Bend’s
Affordable Housing Pilot Project submittal to the state included emphasis on pedestrian facilities
and transit, measures which will result in energy conservation by reduced use of single-occupant
vehicles at the time of development. The City of Bend’s Development Code addresses many of these
issues, and future development will be reviewed by the City pursuant to its Development Code.
For these reasons, the Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Section 2.8, Goals 1, 2
and 3 of the County Comprehensive Plan.
Section 2.9 Environmental Quality
Goal 1. Maintain and improve the quality of the air, water and land.
Goal 2. Promote sustainable building practices that minimize the impacts on the natural
environment.
Goal 3. Encourage and increase recycling
FINDING: Approval of the application will not result in immediate development. The Hearings
Officer finds these goals and their policies do not apply to the proposed Plan Amendment and Zone
Change request. The City of Bend will review development applications pursuant to its Development
Code when the subject property develops.
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Section 2.10 Surface Mining
FINDING: The Hearings Officer finds this section does not apply as the land is not designated SM
for either the Comprehensive Plan map or the zoning code. The subject property contains no Goal
5 aggregate or mineral resources based on a review of Section 5.8 of the Comprehensive Plan. The
proposed plan amendment does not seek to modify or amend the County’s Goal 5 Aggregate and
Mineral inventory list or the Goal 5 program.
Section 2.11 Cultural and Historic Resources
Finding: The Hearings Officer finds this section does not apply as the subject property does not
contain any sites listed in the Goal 5 inventory of cultural and historic resources based on a review
of Section 5.9 of the Comprehensive Plan. The proposed plan amendment does not seek to modify
or amend the County’s Goal 5 Cultural and Historic Resources Inventory nor does it seek to amend
the County’s Goal 5 program.
Chapter 3, Rural Growth Management
Section 3.3, Rural Housing Policies
Goal 1. Maintain the rural character and safety of housing in unincorporated Deschutes
County.
FINDING: The Applicant provided the following response to Goal 1, Goal 2 and Policy 3.3.6 of the
Comprehensive Plan in the submitted burden of proof statement:
The property is currently designated Rural Residential Exception Area and zoned MUA10.
The text of this section and the resultant policies focus on the important balance between
protecting rural values and protecting property rights; establishing that too much
development can lead to the destruction of the qualities that bring people to Deschutes
County, while too many restrictions keep out people who would choose a rural lifestyle.
The current proposal impacts 35.52 acres of land in a Rural Residential Exception Area, it will
place the property in the Bend UGB, with a UGB County Comprehensive Plan designation,
and a RM Bend Comprehensive Plan designation, and rezone it from MUA10 to UA; the
proposal will ultimately allow for urban residential development. The current Bend UGB lies
on the west side of the subject property and, with this proposal, the line will move east
approximately 1,300 feet. Given that the proposal will change the zone from MUA10 to UA,
it will maintain a rural residential nature until the property is annexed into the City; therefore
the majority of the policies of this section do not apply to the current proposal. The relevant
policies are noted below:
Goal 2 Support agencies and non-profits that provide affordable housing.
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Policy 3.3.6 Support Central Oregon Regional Housing Authority and other
stakeholders to meet the housing needs of all Deschutes County residents.
a. Assist as needed in coordinating and implementing housing assistance
programs.
b. Support efforts to provide affordable and workforce housing in urban growth
boundaries and unincorporated communities.
Response: The current proposal is an effort that was directed by the City of Bend, it was
supported by Deschutes County (attachment to the HB 4079 Application – Exhibit I), and it
has been authorized by LCDC (Exhibit J). The developer, City, County and DLCD are all
stakeholders with an interest in meeting housing needs for Deschutes County residents. The
HB 4079 Affordable Housing Pilot Project is intended to address affordable housing and it
will provide affordable housing opportunities in the Bend UGB. Pursuant to the text of these
policies, the proposal should be supported by Deschutes County.
The Hearings Officer finds this application will not adversely impact the rural character and safety
of housing in unincorporated Deschutes County because the proposal is to change the
Comprehensive Plan designation from RREA to Bend Urban Growth Area. There are County-zoned
lands on three sides of the subject parcel. To the east and southeast are MUA10 zoned parcels
containing single-family homes on parcels ranging from 1.7 to 34.5 acres. Portions of land to the
north, south, and southwest are EFU zoned parcels predominately developed with single-family
dwellings and minor hobby farming operations. The proposal will maintain a similar urban-rural
buffer as what presently exists on site, but the Applicant is requesting approval from the City of
Bend to move the City’s UGB approximately 1,300 feet further east.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Hearings Officer finds these goals and Policy 3.3.6 are not
applicable because no specific development is proposed. In the future, review of development
proposals will be undertaken by the City of Bend. The requirements of Bend’s Development Code
will be applied to protect the rural character and safety of existing adjacent rural housing.
Policy 3.3.1 Except for parcels in the Westside Transect Zone, the minimum parcel size for new
rural residential shall be 10 acres.
FINDING: The application will not create any new rural residential parcels. Any subsequent land
division will be reviewed by the City of Bend under provisions of the City of Bend Development
Code. The Hearings Officer finds Policy 3.3.1 does not apply.
Policy 3.3.2 Incorporate farm and forest housing reports into a wider system for tracking the
cumulative effects of rural housing development.
FINDING: The application will not result in any new rural housing developments. Any future housing
development be reviewed by the City of Bend under provisions of the City of Bend Development
Code. The Hearings Officer finds Policy 3.3.2 does not apply.
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Policy 3.3.4 Encourage new subdivisions to incorporate alternative development patterns, such
as cluster developments, that mitigate community and environmental impacts.
FINDING: The proposed plan amendment will not result in any new subdivisions under County
Code. Future development will be reviewed by the City of Bend under provisions of the City of Bend
Development Code. However, the proposed Urban Area zoning designation and the corresponding
City of Bend Development Code standards will result in a denser urban development pattern, which
complements greater pedestrian travel and use of transit, both of which mitigate community and
environmental impacts. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Hearings Officer finds Policy 3.3.4 does
not apply to the proposed Plan Amendment and Zone Change request.
Policy 3.3.5 Maintain the rural character of the County while ensuring a diversity of housing
opportunities, including initiating discussions to amend State Statute and/or Oregon
Administrative Rule to permit accessory dwelling units in the Exclusive Farm Use, Forest and
Rural Residential zones.
FINDING: The proposed plan amendment is a required step under OAR 660-039 to allow qualifying
cities to develop affordable housing on lands without having to go through the UGB expansion
process of OAR 660-024. Future development of the property, once annexed by the City of Bend,
will be reviewed under the Bend Development Code. Bend’s Affordable Housing Pilot Project
submittal to the state contains a diversity of housing opportunities. The Hearings Officer finds Policy
3.3.5 does not apply to the proposed Plan Amendment and Zone Change request. However, the
pilot project for affordable housing is consistent with this policy.
Goal 2. Support agencies and non-profits that provide affordable housing.
FINDING: The Board of County Commissioners approved Resolution of Support 2018-029 on June
18, 2018 addressing the City of Bend’s application to the State’s request for pilot projects for
affordable housing. The Hearings Officer finds this goal is met.
Policy 3.3.6 Support Central Oregon Regional Housing Authority and other stakeholders to
meet the housing needs of all Deschutes County residents.
a. Assist as needed in coordinating and implementing housing assistance programs.
b. Support efforts to provide affordable and workforce housing in urban growth
boundaries and unincorporated communities.
FINDING: The City of Bend is a stakeholder to meet the needs of all Deschutes County residents as
those living in cities are also County residents. The Board’s passing of Resolution 2018-029 (“A
Resolution of Support for the City of Bend’s Application for a Pilot Program for Urban Growth
Boundary expansion for Affordable Housing under HB 4079”) supports efforts to provide affordable
housing for County residents. The Hearings Officer finds this policy is met.
Policy 3.3.7 Utilize block grants and other funding to assist in providing and maintaining low
and moderate income housing.
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FINDING: The pilot project requires that 30% of the housing units be affordable. Based on the
submitted application materials, the Applicant intends to apply to the City of Bend for approval of
applications required for the pilot project which is projected to result in 347 total dwelling units,
with 108 slated for affordable housing. After completion, approximately 31% of the proposed
dwelling units will be utilized for affordable housing. The Hearings Officer finds the intent of this
policy is met.
The Hearings Officer finds that remaining policies (3.3.8 through 3.3.9.7) concern the Westside
Transect on the west side of Bend and are not applicable.
Section 3.4, Rural Economy Policies
Goal 1. Maintain a stable and sustainable rural economy, compatible with rural lifestyles and
a healthy environment.
FINDING: The proposed plan amendment will change the Comprehensive Plan designation from
Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA) to a Bend Urban Growth Area. By definition, the subject
parcel will no longer be intended for rural uses. The parcel adjoins rural parcels zoned EFU-TRB and
MUA10. The County zones allow rural economic activities and these will still be allowed on
surrounding properties after the plan amendment. Future development of the subject property will
be reviewed under Bend Development Code’s requirements for screening, buffering, and
landscaping which will ensure development of the subject property will be compatible with the
surrounding rural parcels. The Hearings Officer notes that future development of 347 residential
units on the subject property could provide a market of potential customers within close proximity
to the rural economic uses allowed in the County-zoned lands. For example, EFU zoning allows for
wineries and agri-tourism in certain locations, while MUA10 zoning allows for home occupations
and certain commercial agricultural uses. The Hearings Officer finds that the proposal is generally
consistent with Section 3.4, Goal 1 of the County Comprehensive Plan.
The Hearings Officer finds that the remaining polices (3.4.1 through 3.4.35) concern either uses not
occurring on the subject parcel currently or inapplicable uses as the parcel is currently zoned
MUA10 and not Rural Commercial (RC) or Rural Industrial (RI).
Section 3.5, Natural Hazards
Goal 1. Protect people, property, infrastructure, the economy, and the environment from
natural hazards.
FINDING: The Comprehensive Plan lists the three-highest priorities for protection from natural
hazards as wildfire, severe winter storms, and flooding. The subject parcel is currently developed
with a single-family dwelling and scattered residential accessory structures. Post-annexation, the
subject parcel will be in the City of Bend, which will provide fire protection through its Fire and
Rescue Department and snow removal through its Streets and Operations Division. Additional road
maintenance will continue to be provided along Highway 20 by the Oregon Department of
Transportation. The subject parcel does not contain any lands designated floodplain or floodway.
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Drainage and storm water will be addressed as part of the master plan development. The Hearings
Officer finds the proposal is consistent with this goal.
The Hearings Officer finds that the remaining policies (3.5.1 through 3.5.11) are specific to rural
properties, which the subject property will no longer be if the plan amendment is approved. As such,
the remaining policies are inapplicable.
Section 3.6, Public Facilities and Services
Goal 1. Support the orderly, efficient and cost-effective siting of rural public facilities and
services.
FINDING: The Applicant will seek annexation of the subject property into the City of Bend. If
approved, the site will be provided with municipal facilities and services which are operated and
maintained by the City as well as Avion Water Company. The Hearings Officer finds this Goal is
inapplicable as there will be no rural public facilities and services if annexation to the City of Bend
is approved.
Section 3.7, Transportation
FINDING: The Applicant will seek annexation of the subject property into the City of Bend. If
approved, the site will be provided with City transportation facilities and services, with some
transportation access provided via Highway 20 by the Oregon Department of Transportation. Under
the Joint Area Management Agreement between City of Bend and Deschutes County, jurisdictional
transfer of roads are accomplished as part of annexation. The site is currently served by Bear Creek
Road (a County designated rural collector right of way) to the south and Highway 20 to the north (a
state designated primary highway). Adequacy of current and future transportation facilities will be
reviewed per the Bend Development Code as the land is proposed to develop. Finally, OAR 660-039-
0030(1)(c) exempts affordable housing pilot projects from the OAR 660-012, the Transportation
Planning Rule (TPR). The Hearings Officer finds this goal is met.
Section 3.8, Rural Recreation
Goal 1. Promote a variety of passive and active park and recreation opportunities through a
regional system that includes federal and state parks and local park districts.
FINDING: The Bend Park and Recreation District, which includes the subject property within its
boundaries, has a Comprehensive Plan adopted as of July 2018 which identifies various parks
and/or public spaces throughout the district. The subject parcel is in relatively close proximity to the
Big Sky Park located approximately 0.85 miles northeast of the subject property within the rural
County. The subject property is also located in close proximity to scattered, smaller recreation sites
identified by the Bend Park and Recreation District just west of the property within the City of Bend
UGB. The Hearings Officer finds this Goal is met.
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Policy 3.8.1 Cooperate with public agencies and local park districts to provide park and
recreation lands, facilities, and opportunities.
a. The Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan and State Park Master Plans
shall serve as a basis for coordination on County-wide park and recreation issues.
b. Support exceptions to Statewide Planning Goals for urban fringe areas owned or
acquired by and operated by park and recreation districts.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-030 exempts the approved affordable housing pilot project from obtaining
a goal exception for several Statewide Planning Goals, including Goal 3 (Agriculture). Therefore, the
Hearings Officer finds this policy is met.
The remaining policies (3.8.2 through 3.8.10) pertain to rural County lands. The subject property will
no longer be classified or zoned as rural County lands if the proposed plan amendment is approved.
The Hearings Officer finds these policies are inapplicable.
Section 3.9, Destination Resorts
FINDING: The Hearings Officer finds these goals and policies do not apply as the subject property
does not have a Destination Resort Overlay zone, nor is the proposed plan amendment for a
destination resort.
Section 3.10, Area Specific Plans and Policies
FINDING: Three areas have been identified for area specific plans or policies: South County,
Deschutes Junction, and the Oregon Military site. There are no specific area plans that apply to the
subject property.
Chapter 4, Urban Growth Management
Section 4.2, Urbanization Policies
Goal 1. Coordinate with cities, special districts and stakeholders to support urban growth
boundaries and urban reserve areas that provide an orderly and efficient transition between
urban and rural lands.
FINDING: The Applicant’s proposal is uniquely applicable to Urban Growth Management Goal 1 in
that it is the direct outcome of the State’s pilot program for affordable housing. As the Applicant
states, HB 4079, which established the pilot program, was a result of cooperation between cities,
counties, stakeholders and affordable housing advocates, and the Legislature. As acknowledged by
County Resolution 2018-029, the City of Bend and Deschutes County coordinated on choosing the
subject parcel for the future affordable housing project as well as the application to the State to be
considered for the selection to the pilot program.
The Applicant summarizes the coordination process as follows:
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The City and the County have established a process and agreements to effectively administer
lands that are within the Bend UGB, but outside of the City limits. The proposal to expand the
Bend UGB, designate the property RM on the Bend Comprehensive Plan, and rezone it to UA,
will allow for an efficient review and coordination of this and future land use application,
because with the UA Zone it will use the same process that has been established for all lands in
the recently approved Bend expansion areas. The proposed plan and design is consistent with
these policies.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with this Goal for the foregoing reasons.
Policy 4.2.1. Participate in the processes initiated by cities in Deschutes County to create
and/or amend their urban growth boundaries.
FINDING: Deschutes County has participated in each phase of the Affordable Housing Pilot
program at both the Board of County Commissioners and staff levels. Participation has included,
but is not limited to, identifying the appropriate site, passing Board Resolution 2018-029 supporting
the City’s application to the pilot program, reviewing subsequent materials related to adjusting the
City’s UGB and amending the County’s Comprehensive Plan. The Hearings Officer finds the proposal
is consistent with this policy.
Policy 4.2.2. Promote and coordinate the use of urban reserve areas.
FINDING: The subject parcel is not identified as a Bend Urban Reserve Area. However, the property
is directly adjacent to the City of Bend’s UGB as well as several other parcels to the north and south
which are located within a Bend Urban Reserve Area. While not specifically designated as an Urban
Reserve Area, the Hearings Officer finds this property serves a similar purpose given its proximity
to existing infrastructure and urban development patterns along its western boundary. The
Applicant’s proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment to Bend Urban Growth Area and
subsequent development would be the result of promotion of the site as a candidate for HB 4079
and coordination between the City of Bend and Deschutes County. The Hearings Officer finds the
proposal is consistent with this policy.
Goal 2. Coordinate with cities, special districts and stakeholders on urban growth area zoning
for lands inside urban growth boundaries but outside city boundaries.
Goal 3. Coordinate with cities, special districts and stakeholders on policies and zoning for
lands outside urban growth boundaries but inside urban reserve areas.
FINDING: The above goals will not be applicable to the subject property if the application is
approved. The Applicant requests approval from the City of Bend to bring the subject property into
the Bend UGB and will seek annexation of property into the City of Bend. Therefore, the Hearings
Officer finds that Goals 2 and 3 are not applicable to properties within city boundaries.
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Goal 4. To build a strong and thriving regional economy by coordinating public investments,
policies and regulations to support regional and state economic development objectives in
Central Oregon.
FINDING: The Applicant states this Comprehensive Plan amendment and UGB annexation will
enable a thriving regional economy. The City of Bend and Deschutes County have coordinated on
policies to implement the Affordable Housing Pilot project on the subject parcel. The Applicant plans
to request approval from the City of Bend to build 347 units, of which the state mandates at least
30 percent must be affordable. This will contribute to economic development in the region. The
presence of affordable housing is a foundation of economic growth in the region. The Hearings
Officer finds that the proposal is consistent with this Goal.
The Hearings Officer finds the remaining policies (4.2.12 through 4.2.19) pertain to large-lot
industrial development and are not applicable to this proposal.
OREGON ADMINISTRATIVE RULES CHAPTER 660
LAND CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
OAR 660-015, Division 15, Statewide Planning Goals and Guidelines
Goal 1, Citizen Involvement. To develop a citizen involvement program that insures the
opportunity for citizens to be involved in all phases of the planning process.
FINDING: The proposed Comprehensive Plan amendment and Zone Change complies with the
citizen involvement required by the Deschutes County Code, including two public hearings—first
with a Hearings Officer, then with the Board of County Commissioners—and notice of the hearing
published in a newspaper (the Bend Bulletin) at least ten days in advance. Public agencies affected
by this proposed amendment have been involved throughout the development of the proposal. In
accordance with the Deschutes County Code, property owners potentially affected by the
amendment (in this case, within 250 feet of the subject property) were provided notice of the
proposed amendment and hearing. The published and mailed notices all complied with DCC
22.12.020 requirements.
The Hearings Officer finds the proposal and its review are consistent with Statewide Planning Goal
1.
Goal 2, Land Use Planning. To establish a land use planning process and policy framework as
a basis for all decision and actions related to use of land and to assure an adequate factual
base for such decisions and actions.
FINDING: The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is consistent with Goal 2 because the applications
have been reviewed pursuant to applicable procedures for plan amendments in the County's
Comprehensive Plan and zoning ordinance. In addition, the proposal is supported by an adequate
factual base set forth in the Applicant’s burden of proof statement, exhibits, testimony at a public
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hearing before the Hearings Officer, and the record as a whole. Among other things, the record
demonstrates the proposal will have a positive impact on the region’s economy and will address the
region’s need for affordable housing.
Goal 3, Agricultural Lands. To preserve and maintain agricultural lands.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 3. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 3 is inapplicable.
Goal 4, Forest Lands. To conserve forest lands by maintaining the forest land base and to
protect the state’s forest economy by making possible economically efficient forest practices
that assure the continuous growing and harvesting of forest tree species as the leading use on
forest land consistent with sound management of soil, air, water, and fish and wildlife
resources and to provide for recreational opportunities and agriculture.
FINDING: The subject property does not contain any forest lands. The Hearings Officer finds Goal
4 is inapplicable.
Goal 5, Open Spaces, Scenic and Historic Areas and Natural Resources. To protect natural
resources and conserve scenic and historic areas and open spaces.
FINDING: The Applicant’s burden of proof states the following regarding subject property and Goal
5 resources:
The City of Bend conducted an assessment of Goal 5 when selecting the property for the HB
4079 submittal. As established in City of Bend Resolution 3271:
The current submittal is for UGB Expansion, a RM Bend Comprehensive Plan designation,
and a Zone Change from MUA 10 to UA, that will ultimately accommodate the Concept Plan
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(Exhibit G). The City has found that the Concept Plan and forthcoming City of Bend review
procedures will ensure compliance with Goal 5, thus the proposal is also consistent with Goal
5
Based on the National, Local, and State Wetland maps, the subject property contains several areas
of jurisdictional wetlands, primarily in the western and southern portions of the property that are
associated with irrigation lines and storage ponds. As part of the current proposal, Deschutes
County notified the Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) concerning the proposed Plan
Amendment and Zone Change. DSL has not provided any comments on the Applicant’s proposal.
The Hearings Officer finds that no specific development of the property is being proposed as part
of the Plan Amendment and Zone Change, thus no impacts to designated wetland areas or other
Goal 5 resources are expected at this time. Any development of the subject property will be
undertaken after the parcel has been annexed into the City of Bend. All development proposals will
be reviewed under City of Bend codes and procedures, in addition to coordination with relevant
state agencies such as DSL. The Applicant will also be required to coordinate with Central Oregon
Irrigation District (COID) and the Bend Metropolitan Parks and Recreation District (BMPRD)
concerning preservation and/or development of the areas surrounding one or both irrigation
ponds. The Hearings Officer agrees with the Applicant’s contention that future City of Bend review
procedures will ensure protection of any Goal 5 resources located onsite. The Hearings Officer finds
the proposal is consistent with Goal 5.
Goal 6, Air, Water and Land Resources Quality. To maintain and improve the quality of the
air, water, and land resources of the state.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 6. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 6 is inapplicable.
Goal 7, Areas Subject to Natural Disasters and Hazards. To protect people and property from
natural hazards.
FINDING: The Applicant’s burden of proof provides the following:
The City of Bend conducted an assessment of Goal 7 when selecting the property for the
HB 4079 submittal. As established in City of Bend Resolution 3271:
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The current proposal is for UGB Expansion, a RM Bend Comprehensive Plan designation,
and a Zone Change from MUA 10 to UA, that will ultimately accommodate the Concept Plan
(Exhibit G). The City has found that the Concept Plan and forthcoming City of Bend review
procedures will ensure compliance with Goal 7, thus the proposal is also consistent with
Goal 7.
Based on County and FEMA resources, it does not appear any areas on the site are subject to
flooding or landslide activity. Wildfire hazards are not substantially different on the subject
property than other areas within or adjacent to the Bend UGB. Development of the site could
potentially improve fire protection by providing greater access and water infrastructure. The
Hearings Officer with the Applicant’s assessment that the inclusion of this site within the UGB is
consistent with Goal 7.
Goal 8, Recreational Needs. To satisfy the recreational needs of the citizens of the state and
visitors and, where appropriate, to provide for the siting of necessary recreational facilities
including destination resorts.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 8. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 8 is inapplicable.
Goal 9, Economy of the State. To provide adequate opportunities throughout the state for a
variety of economic activities vital to the health, welfare, and prosperity of Oregon’s citizens.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 9. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 9 is inapplicable.
Goal 10, Housing. To provide for the housing needs of citizens of the state.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 10. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 10 is inapplicable.
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Goal 11, Public Facilities and Services. To plan and develop a timely, orderly, and efficient
arrangement of public facilities and services to serve as a framework for urban and rural
development.
FINDING: The Applicant’s burden of proof notes under OAR 660-039-0030(1)(d), qualifying cities in
the Affordable Housing Pilot Project are exempt from this goal, except that portion detailing the
impact of the project to existing and planned public facilities within the qualifying city’s UGB. The
Applicant has submitted the following documents demonstrating the subject property can
reasonably be served:
Avion Water Company Will Serve Letter
City of Bend Sewer Analysis
Traffic Study, prepared by Transight Consulting LLC
The referenced traffic study was reviewed by the Senior County Transportation Planner who agreed
with the methodology, assumptions, and conclusions of the transportation analysis. Based on the
submitted documents and the record as a whole, the Hearings finds there is adequate current and
future capacity for water, sewer, and the road network to serve the subject property. As set forth in
the findings above, the subject property is within 1.5-2 miles of public elementary, middle, and high
schools. The Applicant testified at the public hearing that a transit stop will be proposed in the
middle of the future developed community. The City of Bend will finalize a TAM in connection with
a future annexation agreement with the Applicant, and will also require TSP alignments. The
Hearings Officer finds the application is consistent with Goal 11.
Goal 12, Transportation. To provide and encourage a safe, convenient and economic
transportation program.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 12. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 12 is inapplicable.
Goal 13, Energy Conservation. To conserve energy.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(c) does not require an approved affordable housing pilot project to
comply with Goal 13. The Hearings Officer finds Goal 13 is inapplicable.
Goal 14, Urbanization. To provide for an orderly and efficient transition from rural to urban
land use, to accommodate urban population and urban employment inside urban growth
boundaries, to ensure efficient use of land, and to provide for livable communities.
FINDING: The Applicant notes that OAR 660-039-0030(1)(b) qualifying cities under the Affordable
Housing Pilot Project are exempt from complying with the Land Need and Boundary Location
provisions of this goal. Nonetheless, the proposal takes into account the concepts of Goal 14 by
acknowledging the subject parcel is directly adjacent to the existing Bend UGB, can be served by a
direct extension of public facilities (or private facilities in the case of Avion Water), and the proposed
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use of the land is compatible with adjacent uses. The Hearings Officer finds the proposal is
consistent with Goal 14 as applicable.
Goals 15 through 19. The Hearings Officer finds that these goals, which address the Willamette
Greenway, estuarine, coastal, beaches and dunes, and ocean resources, are not applicable to the
proposal because the subject property is not located in or adjacent to any such areas or resources.
OREGON REVISED STATUTES (ORS)
ORS 197.298, Priority of Land to be Included within Urban Growth Boundary
(1) In addition to any requirements established by rule addressing urbanization, land may not
be included within an urban growth boundary of Metro except under the following priorities:
(a) First priority is land that is designated urban reserve land under ORS 195.145 (Urban
reserves), rule or metropolitan service district action plan.
(b) If land under paragraph (a) of this subsection is inadequate to accommodate the
amount of land needed, second priority is land adjacent to an urban growth boundary that
is identified in an acknowledged comprehensive plan as an exception area or nonresource
land. Second priority may include resource land that is completely surrounded by exception
areas unless such resource land is high-value farmland as described in ORS 215.710 (High-
value farmland description for ORS 215.705).
(c) if land under paragraphs (a) and (b) of this subsection is inadequate to
accommodate the amount of land needed, third priority is land designated as marginal
land pursuant to ORS 197.247 (1991 Edition).
(d) If land under paragraphs (a) to (c) of this subsection is inadequate to accommodate
the amount of land needed, fourth priority is land designated in an acknowledged
comprehensive plan for agriculture or forestry, or both.
FINDING: OAR 660-039-0030(1)(a) does not require compliance with this statute. The Hearings
Officer finds ORS 197.298 is inapplicable.
OAR 660-039-0090
Subsequent Events
(1) Upon selection by the commission as provided in OAR 660-039-0080(4), the qualifying
city shall:
(a) In concert with the county in which the urban growth boundary is located, amend the
urban growth boundary to include the pilot project site, and identify the provisions of law
and rules pursuant to OAR 660-039-0030 relating to urban growth boundary amendments
that are not applied to allow the pilot project site to be included within the urban growth
boundary;
(b) Annex the pilot project site to the qualifying city within two years of the acknowledged
urban growth boundary amendment;
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(c) Adopt plan and zone designations for the pilot project site that authorize development
of the concept plan included in the application;
(d) Adopt measures ensuring that affordable housing developed on the pilot project site
remains affordable for a period of at least 50 years after the selection of the pilot project
site; and
(e) Issue permits for development on the pilot project site only after annexation of the site
to the qualifying city and adoption of measures ensuring that housing developed on the
pilot project site will continue to be used to provide affordable housing for a period of at
least 50 years after the selection of the pilot project site.
FINDING: The Applicant has submitted the appropriate land use application to the County to
change the Comprehensive Plan and Zoning designations for the subject property, and has applied
to the City of Bend for an expansion of the Bend UGB boundary. The Applicant will then initiate land
use applications to the City to apply the City of Bend Development Code to develop land uses on
the subject parcel consistent with the City’s Affordable Housing Pilot Program application. The
Hearings Officer finds the application meets the requirements of this administrative rule.
(2) For a post-acknowledgement plan amendment or land use regulation change under OAR
chapter 660, division 18 that proposes amendments with any effect upon existing
comprehensive plan designations or provisions that impact residential development, or
land use regulations that impact residential development, the qualifying city may not, for
a period of 50 years after approval of the pilot project by the commission, consider the
existence of housing units existing or approved on the pilot project site when making
findings regarding the proposed amendment.
FINDING: The plan amendment is not being processed under OAR 660-018. The Hearings Officer
finds this administrative rule is not applicable, but notes the City is aware of this implication for
subsequent post-acknowledgement plan amendments for the subject property.
(3) The qualifying city for the pilot project site selected by the commission may not plan or
zone the site to allow a use or mix of uses not authorized by the commission unless the
qualifying city, in concert with the county, withdraws the pilot project site from the urban
growth boundary and rezones the site pursuant to law, statewide land use planning goals
and land use regulations implementing the goals that regulate allowable uses of land
outside urban growth boundaries.
FINDING: The land use applications submitted to Deschutes County and to the City of Bend
collectively propose to:
1) Change the County Comprehensive Plan designation from the designation of Rural
Residential Exception Area to the Bend Urban Growth Area and;
2) Amend the Bend UGB boundary to include the subject parcel.
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Upon approval of the current applications, the City will consider annexation of the subject property.
When the property is annexed to the City of Bend, the City will apply its Development Code to future
development applications for the subject parcel to implement the Affordable Housing Pilot Project.
The Hearings Officer finds this administrative rule is met.
IV. DECISION AND RECOMMENDATION
Based on the foregoing Findings of Fact and Conclusions of Law, the Hearings Officer finds the
Applicant has met the burden of proof necessary to justify the request for a Comprehensive Plan
Map Amendment to re-designate the subject property from Rural Residential Exception Area (RREA)
to Bend Urban Growth Area and to adopt a zone map amendment to reassign the zoning of the
subject property from Multiple Use Agricultural (MUA10) to Urbanizable Area (UA).
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners is the final local review body for the application
before the County. DCC 18.126.030. The Hearings Officer recommends approval of the application
based on this Decision and Recommendation of the Deschutes County Hearings Officer.
__________________________________________
Stephanie Marshall, Deschutes County Hearings Officer
Dated this 20th day of May, 2022
Mailed this 20th day of May, 2022
Owner Agent InCareOf Address CityStZip Type cdd id
PORTER KELLY BURNS LANDHOLDINGS LLC 5691 MIRAMAR DR FRISCO, TX 75034 Hearings Officer Decision 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
Blackmore Planning and Development Services, LLC 19454 Sunshine Way Bend, OR 97702 Hearings Officer Decision 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
Hayden Homes 2464 SW Glacier Place, Suite 110 Redmond, OR 97756 Hearings Officer Decision 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
117 NW Lafayette Avenue, Bend, Oregon 97703 | P.O. Box 6005, Bend, OR 97708-6005
(541) 388-6575 cdd@deschutes.org www.deschutes.org/cd
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
NOTICE OF HEARINGS OFFICER’S DECISION
The Deschutes County Hearings Officer has approved the land use application(s) described below:
FILE NUMBERS: 247-22-000123-PA, 247-22-000124-ZC
LOCATION: Map and Taxlot: 1712350001500
Account: 119047
Situs Address: 21455 HWY 20, BEND, OR 97701
OWNER: Porter Kelly Burns Landholdings LLC
APPLICANT: Hayden Homes
SUBJECT: The Applicant requests an Amendment to the Comprehensive Plan
designation and a Zone Change of the subject property from Rural
Residential Exception Area (RREA) and Multiple Use Agricultural
(MUA10) Zone to Bend Urban Growth Area and Urbanizable Area (UA)
District, respectively. The subject proposal is to accommodate the
future Parkside Place project pursuant to the City of Bend’s approved
application for Affordable Housing Pilot Program submitted to the
State of Oregon under House Bill (HB) 4079 and OAR 660-039-0000
through 100. The proposal is being pursued in conjunction with an
application to the City of Bend for expansion of the City of Bend’s Urban
Growth Boundary (UGB) to include the subject property.
STAFF CONTACT: Kyle Collins, Associate Planner
Phone: 541-383-4427
Email: Kyle.Collins@deschutes.org
RECORD: Record items can be viewed and downloaded from:
https://www.deschutes.org/cd/page/247-22-000123-pa124-zc-
applicant-initiated-plan-amendment-zone-change-and-bend-urban-
growth
APPLICABLE CRITERIA: The Hearings Officer reviewed this application for compliance against
criteria contained in Chapters 18.32, 18.84, and 18.136 in Title 18 of the
Deschutes County Code (DCC), the Deschutes County Zoning
Ordinance, Title 19A of the DCC, the Bend Urbanizable Area District,
Friday, May 20, 2022
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Title 23, the Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan, Oregon
Administrative Rules Chapters 660, Division 015 (Statewide Planning
Goals) and Division 039 (Affordable Housing Pilot Project), as well as
against the procedural requirements of Title 22 of the DCC.
DECISION: The Hearings Officer finds that the application meets applicable criteria, and
recommends approval of the applications.
As a procedural note, the hearing on March 10, 2022, was the first of two required de novo hearings
per DCC 22.28.030(c). The second de novo hearing will be heard in front of the Board of County
Commissioners at a date to be determined. In other words, there is no appeal of the Hearings
Officer’s recommendation to the Board as the Board must hold a public hearing on this decision.
The Board at the hearing can determine to uphold, modify, or overturn the Hearings Officer’s
decision.
Copies of the decision, application, all documents and evidence submitted by or on behalf of the
applicant and applicable criteria are available for inspection at no cost. Copies can be purchased
for 25 cents per page.
NOTICE TO MORTGAGEE, LIEN HOLDER, VENDOR OR SELLER: ORS CHAPTER 215 REQUIRES THAT IF
YOU RECEIVE THIS NOTICE, IT MUST BE PROMPTLY FORWARDED TO THE PURCHASER.
Owner Agent InCareOf Address CityStZip Type cdd id
CTH INVESTMENTS LLC ET AL 14787 SW MILLIKAN WAY BEAVERTON, OR 97003 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
DOGFISH INVESTMENTS LLC 27770 SE CURRIN RD ESTACADA, OR 97023 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
TE AMO DESPACIO LLC ET AL 2464 SW GLACIER PL #110 REDMOND, OR 97756 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
CLEAVENGER, DOUGLAS CLARK & JANE MARIE 21450 HWY 20 BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
BABCOCK, DENNIS & BABCOCK, KENNETH 20260 MOONLIGHT CT BEND, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
EASTSIDE BEND LLC ATTN: GARY G MILLER 721 BREA CANYON #7 DIAMOND BAR, CA 91789 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
ENGLISH,GARY S 21336 E HWY 20 BEND, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
MARIA FIDELIA MARCOULIER TRUST MARCOULIER, MARIA FIDELIA TTEE 21390 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
DELAMARTER, TWYLA J & GARTH S 277 NE CONIFER #123 CORVALLIS, OR 97330 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
ROSSO LIVING TRUST 1997 ROSSO, JOHN M & LORNA C TTEES 21391 LIVINGSTON DR BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
NICHOLLS, MEREDITH J 21395 LIVINGSTON DR BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
WALKER, KIRK W & TERRI H 62048 WITHERSPOON PL BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
JANET K HILDRETH REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST HILDRETH, JANET K TRUSTEE 62044 WITHERSPOON PL BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
BRUSH, MELISSA J 62040 WITHERSPOON PL BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
HEPP, GAVIN M & EMILY A 21380 BARTLETT LN BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
ROBSON, DANIEL & HABLE, KRISTINE 21379 BARTLETT LN #UNIT 1 BEND, OR 97701-7800 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
PRASEK, ELIZABETH & LARRY JAMES 1617 MYRTLEWOOD LN NICEVILLE, FL 32578 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
LEWIS, BEAU J & ELISA M 21372 BARTLETT LN BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
ROBSON, CLIFFORD P & VICKY 21120 MERRITT CT BEND, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
BRISTOW, JAMES C & PIREZ, EYLENE 62018 DANTILI RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
MOSTEK, LAWRENCE J & DEBRA J 62014 DANTILI RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
LOWERY, THOMAS ARTHUR & BARBARA ANN 62010 DANTILI RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
FUERSTENAU,JUSTIN TYLER & MCKENZIE LEIGH 62006 DANTILI RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
WARREN, MEREDITH A 21378 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
KRAMER, KIMBERLY & CHRISTIFER 21380 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
SNOW, WILLIAM P & SANDRA R S 21517 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
DOROTHY R SULLIVAN TRUST SULLIVAN, DOROTHY R TTEE 21405 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
HAROLD K MARKEN REV TRUST ETAL MARKEN,HAROLD K CO-TTEE ETAL 21495 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
BRUGGEMAN, SUSAN A ET AL 21425 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
LELAND & SHIRLEY LANDERS TRUST LANDERS, SHIRLEY J TRUSTEE 1460 NW LEXINGTON BEND, OR 97703 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
CRAIG A CHRISTIANSEN REV TRUST ET AL CHRISTIANSEN, CRAIG A & CHRISTY L TTEES PO BOX 5651 BEND, OR 97708 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
PORTER KELLY BURNS LANDHOLDINGS LLC 5691 MIRAMAR DR FRISCO, TX 75034 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
AVION WATER COMPANY Tanner Lemon (tel@avionwater.com) 60813 PARRELL RD. Bend, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
CENTRAL OREGON IRRIGATION DIST. KELLY O'ROURKE - LANDUSE@COID.ORG CRAIG HORRELL - CHORRELL@COID.ORG ELECTRONIC Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
WOODMANSE, RAY 21700 Stud Ct BEND, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
MARCOULIER, FIDELIA 2190 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
HOLCOMB, JOHN AND TAMMY 21405 BEAR CREEK RD BEND, OR 97701 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WEGNER, GRACE 1299 NW OPAS AVE REDMOND, OR 97756 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
Blackmore Planning and Development Services, LLC 19454 Sunshine Way Bend, OR 97702 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC
Hayden Homes 2464 SW Glacier Place, Suite 110 Redmond, OR 97756 Hearings Officer NOD 22-123-PA, 22-124-ZC