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P.O. Box 6005
Bend, OR 97703
www.deschutes.org/cd
(541) 388-6575
Building Safety
Code Enforcement
Coordinated Services
Environmental Soils
Planning
FY 2020-21 Work Plan &
2019 Annual Report
Table of Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................. 4 Elected & Appointed Officials .................................................................................................................... 5 Budget & Organization ................................................................................................................................ 6 Population Growth ....................................................................................................................................... 8 Board of County Commissioners FY 2020-2021 Goals & Objectives ................................................. 9 Performance Management ..................................................................................................................... 10 2019 Performance Measures .............................................................................................. 10 2020-2021 Performance Measures ................................................................................... 12 Building and Safety ............................................................................................................. 13 Code Enforcement ............................................................................................................... 13 Environmental Soils ............................................................................................................ 14 Planning ................................................................................................................................. 14 Administrative Services: ............................................................................................................................. 15 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 15 2019 Accomplishments ....................................................................................................... 15 2020-21 Work Plan Projects ................................................................................................ 16 Staff Directory ....................................................................................................................... 16 Building Safety ............................................................................................................................................. 17 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 17 2019 Accomplishments ....................................................................................................... 17 2020-21 Work Plan Projects ................................................................................................ 18 Staff Directory ....................................................................................................................... 19
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Code Enforcement ....................................................................................................................................... 20 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 20 2019 Accomplishments ........................................................................................................ 20 2020-21 Work Plan Projects ................................................................................................. 21 Staff Directory ........................................................................................................................ 22 Coordinated Services .................................................................................................................................. 23 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 23 2019 Accomplishments ........................................................................................................ 23 2020-21 Work Plan Projects ................................................................................................. 24 Staff Directory ........................................................................................................................ 24 Environmental Soils ..................................................................................................................................... 25 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 25 2019 Accomplishments ........................................................................................................ 25 2020-21 Work Plan Projects ................................................................................................. 27 Staff Directory ........................................................................................................................ 27 Planning.......................................................................................................................................................... 28 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 28 2019 Accomplishments ........................................................................................................ 29 2020-21 Work Plan Projects ................................................................................................. 32 Staff Directory ........................................................................................................................ 34 Community Involvement Report ............................................................................................................ 35
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Introduction
Mission Statement
The Community Development Department (CDD) facilitates orderly growth and development in the
Deschutes County community through coordinated programs of Environmental Soils, Building Safety, Code
Enforcement, Coordinated Services, Planning and education and service to the public.
Purpose
The 2020-21 Work Plan and 2019 Annual Report highlight the department’s accomplishments, goals and
objectives and are developed to:
Report on achievements and performance;
Implement the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) goals and objectives;
Implement the Deschutes County Customer Service “Every Time” Standards;
Effectively and efficiently manage organizational assets, capabilities and finances;
Fulfill the department’s regulatory compliance requirements;
Enhance the County as a safe, sustainable and highly desirable place to live, work, learn, recreate,
visit and more; and
Address changes in state law.
Adoption
The BOCC adopted this report on June 24th, 2020, after considering public, stakeholder and partner
organization input and Planning Commission and Historic Landmarks Commission recommendations. The
Work Plan often includes more projects than there are resources available. CDD coordinates with the BOCC
throughout the year to prioritize and initiate projects. Projects not initiated are often carried over to future
years.
COVID-19
As the COVID-19 pandemic rapidly and dramatically impacted all facets of society, CDD remained open for
business. The department implemented several safety measures to protect our customers and staff, and
continued to provide essential public services to support the Central Oregon economy.
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Elected and Appointed Officials
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Patti Adair, Chair Anthony DeBone, Vice Chair Phillip G. Henderson, Commissioner COUNTY ADMINISTRATION Tom Anderson, County Administrator I Erik Kropp, Deputy County Administrator PLANNING COMMISSION Les Hudson— At Large ( Chair) Maggie Kirby— Bend Area (Vice Chair) Jim Beeger— Bend Area Dale Crawford — At Large Jessica Kieras— Redmond Area Hugh Palcic—South County Steve Swisher—Sisters Area HISTORIC LANDMARKS COMMISSION Chris Horting-Jones, Chair— Unincorporated Sharon Leighty, Vice Chair— Unincorporated Kelly Madden—Ex-Officio Bill Olsen— Pioneer Association Dennis Schmidling, Secretary— City of Sisters Rachel Stemach— Unincorporated HEARINGS OFFICERS Gregory J. Frank I Stephanie Hicks I Will Van Vactor BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMITTEE Dave Thomson, Chair Christopher Cassard, Vice Chair Katie Hammer Sam Handelman Wendy Holzman Katrina Langenderf Ann Marland Scott Morgan Rick Root David Roth Mark Smith
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Budget & Organization
Budget Summary
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2020
Resources $8,420,357 $8,978,919 $10,657,457 $10,750,824
FY 2021
$9,657,950
Requirements $8,420,357 $8,978,919 $10,657,457 $10,750,824 $9,657,950
Fiscal Issues:
Establishing a financial contingency plan detailing the department’s course of action as it relates to reserve fund reduction and resource allocation decision-making strategies in response to unknown economic and development activity conditions.
Ensuring financial stability and ongoing operations while navigating the uncertainty of COVID-19.
Ensuring costs are accounted for and recovered through fees and other revenue sources, per the adopted budget.
Operational Challenges:
Maintaining high customer service levels with appropriate staffing levels while practicing social distancing, among other safety measures to protect everyone and expanding training for CDD’s online services and public meeting technologies.
Adjusting departmental operations based on Oregon’s state of emergency declaration and recommended practices, including, but not limited to, ongoing in-person front counter services in Bend and at satellite offices, building and septic inspections, and code enforcement investigations.
Developing and implementing new public hearing and overall citizen engagement strategies for meaningful public involvement in planning projects as social distancing and similar measures will likely be necessary for at least part of the fiscal year.
Responding to new regulations and laws as an outcome of 2020/21 legislative sessions.
Processing complex and controversial land use applications and decisions and code enforcement cases.
Addressing affordable housing.
Improving the department’s website and keeping it up-to-date as utilization will significantly increase during and beyond the pandemic. Development statistics, dashboards, and other reports to keep staff and customers informed of development activity, and current and upcoming major projects.
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Budget & Organization
Staff Summary
Organizational Chart
FY 2017 FY 2018 FY 2019 FY 2020
Total FTE’s 45.00 52.00 55.00 58.00
FY 2021
58.00
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Population Growth
Geographic Area 2000 2010 *AAGR
2020-2043 2020 2043 2068
Deschutes County 116,277 157,905 1.9% 194,903 301,999 432,930
Bend 52,163 77,010 2.3% 95,673 162,362 255,291
Redmond 15,524 26,508 2.3% 29,364 51,617 82,575
Sisters 961 2,038 2.6% 2,835 5,169 8,431
La Pine 899 1,653 6.3% 1,934 3,954 5,894
Unincorporated 45,280 50,524 1.0% 63,567 79,248 80,739
HISTORICAL AND PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY FORECAST TRENDS
*AAGR: Average Annual Growth Rate
DESCHUTES COUNTY POPULATION FORECAST: 2018—2068
This graph provides a snapshot of the County’s growth since 1960 and the preliminary 50-year Portland State
University, Oregon Population Forecast Program, through 2068.
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Enhancing the lives of citizens by delivering quality services in a cost-effective manner
SAFE COMMUNITIES (SC)
Protect the community through planning, preparedness and delivery of coordinated services
HEALTHY PEOPLE (HP)
Enhance and protect the health and well being of communities and their residents
ECONOMIC VITALITY (EV)
Promote policies and actions that sustain and stimulate economic vitality
SERVICE DELIVERY (SD)
Provide solution-oriented service that is cost effective and efficient
Board of County Commissioners
FY 2020-21 Goals & Objectives
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Performance Management
CDD is committed to a comprehensive approach to managing performance. The department achieves its goals and objectives by strategically establishing and monitoring performance measures and by adjusting operations based on results. The performance measures:
Address service delivery expectations from the perspectives of CDD’s customers;
Ensure the department fulfills its regulatory compliance requirements;
Efficiently and effectively manages the organization’s assets, capacities and finances; and
Preserve and enhance the County as a safe, sustainable and desirable place to live, visit, work, learn and recreate.
CDD’s 2020-21 performance measures align the department’s operations and work plan with BOCC annual goals and objectives and the County’s Customer Service “Every Time” Standards. https://intranet.deschutes.org/Pages/Customer-Service-Standards.aspx . The following three tables and pages 11 to 13 summarize CDD’s performance measures in Year 2019.
2019 Performance Measures
Customer Perspective
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2019 Performance Measures
Internal Organizational Assets
Internal Processes
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2020-2021 Performance Measures
Improved process to decrease the number of days for permit issuance by streamlining permit
technician and planner review by updating workflow efficiencies between Planning and
Coordinated Services;
These performance measures are listed on the following
pages and reflect:
New BOCC 2020-21 priorities;
A realistic timeframe for processing single family
dwelling permits given the various factors that affect
the processing timeline; and
Removing the number of plan reviews performed per
day, which did not accurately reflect the changing
nature of many permit reviews.
Changes implemented from these results include:
CDD’s 2020-21 Performance Measures
Creation of a farm crop processing
Permit Sign Off (PS), excluding
cannabis, to implement HB 2844
standards eliminating the need for
Site Plan review if the processing
facility meets certain standards;
Created a plans examiner call line to
distribute calls evenly among staff;
and
Code Enforcement territories were
re-aligned improving efficiency for
site visits.
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2020-21 Performance Measures by Division
Code Enforcement
Improve voluntary compliance in Code
Enforcement cases from 85% to 90%. (BOCC Goal
& Objective SC-1)
Improve the resolution of Code Enforcement cases
within 12 months from 75% to 85%. (BOCC Goal &
Objective SC-1)
Building Safety
Achieve 6-10 inspection stops per day to
provide quality service. (BOCC Goal &
Objective SD-1)
Achieve an average turnaround time on
building plan reviews of 8-10 days to meet
or exceed state requirements. (BOCC Goal
& Objective SD-1)
Achieve 50-80% of inspections scheduled
online. (BOCC Goal & Objective SD-1)
Achieve 90-100% of inspections completed
the same day as requested. (BOCC Goal &
Objective SD-1)
Provide community training opportunities
for online application submission to obtain
a goal of 30% of application submittals
conducted online. (BOCC Goal & Objective
SD-1)
Coordinated Services
Achieve a customer feedback rating of 2.7 (out of 3.0) or better. (BOCC Goal & Objective SD-2)
Provide community training opportunities for online application submission to obtain a goal of 30% of
application submittals conducted on line. (BOCC Goal & Objective SD-1)
Achieve structural permit ready-to-issue turnaround time for Coordinated Services of 4-5 days. (BOCC
Goal & Objective SD-1)
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2020-21 Performance Measures by Division
Planning
Sustain the issuance of land use administrative decisions with notice within 45 days and without notice
within 21 days of completed application. (BOCC Goal & Objective SD-1)
Environmental Soils
Achieve compliance with the ATT (Alternative Treatment Technology Septic System) Operation and
Maintenance (O&M) reporting requirements of 95% to protect groundwater. (BOCC Goal & Objective
HP-3)
Improve the issuance of onsite septic system
permits from within 15 days of completed appli-
cation to within 12 days of completed applica-
tion. (BOCC Goal & Objective SD-1)
Provide community training opportunities for
online application submission to obtain a goal of
15-50% of application submittals conducted
online. (BOCC Goal & objective SD-1)
Achieve 30% of inspections scheduled online.
(BOCC Goal & Objective SD-1)
Achieve 90-100% of Pre-cover inspections com-
pleted the same day as requested. (BOCC Goal
& Objective SD-1)
City of Bend and Redmond Affordable Housing:
a. Amend the City of Bend Urban Growth Boundary to implement HB 4079, a pilot project to increase the supply of affordable housing units. (BOCC Goal & Objectives EV 1, EV 2, EV 3, EV 4 and HP 1) b. Amend the City of Redmond Urban Growth Boundary to implement HB 2336, a pilot project to increase the supply of affordable housing units. (BOCC Goal & Objectives EV 1, EV 2, EV 3, EV 4 and HP 1)
Complete DLCD Grants with public involvement to
develop and consider recommendations to
address wildfire hazard mitigation and Goal 5
wildlife habitat inventories to inform the 2021
Comprehensive Plan Update. (BOCC Goal &
Objectives SC 3, HP 3, and EV 2)
Complete rural vacant residential lands analysis and develop a County housing strategy to inform the
2021 Comprehensive Plan Update. (BOCC Goal & Objectives HP 3, EV 1 and EV 2)
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Administrative Services
Overview
Administrative Services consists of the Community Development Director, Senior Management Analyst, two Systems Analysts and one Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Services Division provides oversight for all departmental operations and facilities, human resources, budget, customer services, technology and performance measures. Systems Analyst staff are responsible for the integration of technology across all CDD divisions and coordinates with the cities as well as providing direct service to the public via application training and support, web-based mapping, reporting services and data distribution.
2019 Accomplishments
Completed installation of parking lot and lobby security cameras to improve safety;
Installed lobby monitor screen to welcome and educate customers regarding services offered;
Initiated an equipment replacement schedule which is part of CDD’s Information Technology (IT) strategic plan during the FY20 budget process;
Published a weekly web-based Land Use Activity Summary to communicate land use decisions and weekly customer and permit activity;
Published a monthly web-based Development Summary Report to communicate department news, development statistics and performance measures;
Implemented a new customer queue management software for tracking CDD customer wait times, purpose of visit and performance metrics;
Completed Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP) which details department’s plan to continue operation in the event of a disaster;
Participated in a County led effort to create a county-wide plan for Pre-disaster Preparedness Plan;
Updated CDD website, including division and project webpages;
Participated in an Active Shooter Training in conjunction with the Sheriff’s Office and Risk Management at the main office in Bend;
Participated in an international Accela permitting software webinar and written case study regarding
Deschutes County’s migration to cloud technology optimizing agency productivity. https://
www.accela.com/wep-content/uploads/2019/09/Accela-Deschutes-Co-Case-Study-1pdf
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Administrative Services
Staff Directory
Nick Lelack, AICP Community Development Director (541) 385-1708 Nick.Lelack@deschutes.org
Tim Berg Applications System Analyst III (541) 330-4648 Tim.Berg@deschutes.org
Ines Curland Application System Analyst I (541) 317-3193 Ines.Curland@deschutes.org
Tracy Griffin Administrative Assistant (541) 388-6573 Tracy.Griffin@deschutes.org
Sherri Pinner Senior Management Analyst (541) 385-1712 Sherri.Pinner@deschutes.org
2020-21 Work Plan Projects
Reconfigure Accela to improve code enforcement case management and enable fines and fees to be recorded.
Revise daily cash balancing procedures to improve internal controls.
Participate in a County led effort to create a county-wide Pre-disaster Preparedness Plan.
Explore expanding the Planning Division’s webpage to provide more information about land use public hearings and opportunities for the public to submit comments on pending applications.
Expand CDD Information Technology strategic plan to include a five year vision.
Complete videos of each division to inform online customers and County College students about CDD’s purpose, programs and services.
Update COOP, if necessary, based on lessons learned from COVID-19
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Building Safety Overview
Building Safety consists of one Building Safety Director, one Assistant Building Safety Official and sixteen
Building Safety Inspectors.. The Building Safety Division administers and implements the state and federal
building codes through a process of education and a clear and consistent application of the specialty codes.
The division provides construction plan reviews, consultation and inspection services throughout the rural
county and the cities of La Pine and Sisters. The division also provides services to Lake, Jefferson, Klamath
and Crook counties, the cities of Bend and Redmond, and the State of Oregon Building Codes Division on an
as-needed basis.
2019 Accomplishments
Issued 568 new single-family dwelling permits in 2019. The distribution of these new homes for Deschutes County’s building jurisdiction included:
Rural/unincorporated areas: 440
City of La Pine: 53
City of Sisters: 75
Completed Major building plan reviews and inspections for:
Grandstay Hotel & Suites in Sisters
Fire alarm systems for Mt. Bachelor’s buildings
The Lodge Assisted Living Facility in Sisters
Fire Station no. 302 in Tumalo
Continued to improve overall operational efficiencies and customer services by:
Implementing the Master Electrical Program in conjunction with Coordinated Services;
Hiring a new Plans Examiner to assist in decreasing plan review turn-around times;
Cross-training of all division staff to perform inspections in all four residential disciplines.
Continued to lead efforts with the Central Oregon Chapter of the International Code Council to:
Achieve consistency in code implementation/administration among all jurisdictions;
Promote and participate in education among building/development and design professionals, such as the 2019 Oregon Structural Specialty Code update class for Central Oregon Builders Association and Central Oregon Association of Realtors.
Facilitated a Mass Timber/Cross Laminated Timber presentation for the local building community in Bend.
Actively participated in State and local code and rulemaking efforts related to:
Wildfire Hazard Mapping Committee
Tiny Homes on Wheels classifications as RV’s with Oregon Department of Transportation registration titles and not building department regulated;
Adaptions to major Chapter 1 changes in County Codes by adopting local ordinances.
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Building Safety
2019 Accomplishments (continued)
Participated in public, community and customer-specific education and outreach efforts such as:
Construction Contractors Board at Sisters Library on the County’s building program, services and technologies;
High school students interested in the trades at a local jobs fair;
Coordinated with State and County staff to promote and educate customers on how to apply for online permits and inspections;
Continued succession planning, cross-training and technology investments to maintain and improve efficiencies;
Continued to serve in regional and statewide leadership positions to support Deschutes County and Central Oregon interests.
2020-21 Work Plan Projects
Implement succession planning for the retirement of two long-term inspectors.
Provide certification cross-training for all new hires to maintain the division’s goal of having fully certified residential inspection staff.
a. Research ways to reduce the carbon footprint associated with field inspection duties such as:
b. Alternative fuel options;
c. Charging stations for electric vehicles, each station has charging capabilities for 1-2 vehicles;
Work with the Road Department to research viability of All Wheel Drive electric vehicles.
Work with Oregon e-Permitting to help test the new app for inspections prior to the roll out.
Investigate the use of drones and other technologies to accomplish high risk inspections such as:
a. Roof diaphragm nailing
b. Chimney construction
c. High lift CMU grouting
Continue participation in the Planning Division led Wildfire Mitigation Advisory Committee process to consider adopting a new Wildfire Hazard Zone map, a local ordinance implementing additional construction standards to reduce hazards presented by wildfire (Oregon Residential Specialty Code R327.4), and/or new defensible space requirements into Deschutes County Code.
Produce new informational brochures as required by Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 918-020-0090 to help customers navigate code changes such as Energy Code and Daycare Facility updates.
Hosting two or three Chemeketa Community College Building Inspection Technology students this summer for their Cooperative Work Experience which provides us an opportunity to demonstrate the county’s customer friendly, service oriented approach as a regulatory agency.
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Building Safety
Staff Directory
Randy Scheid Building Safety Director (541) 317-3137 Randy.Scheid@deschutes.org
Chris Gracia Assistant Building Official (541) 388-6578 Chris.Gracia@deschutes.org
Krista Appleby Building Inspector III (541) 385-1701 Krista.Appleby@deschutes.org
Keri Blackburn Plans Examiner / Bldg. Insp (541) 388-6577 Keri.Blackburn@deschutes.org
Rainer Doerge Building Inspector III x1638 Rainer.Doerge@deschutes.org
Scott Farm Building Inspector III x1639 Scott.Farm@deschutes.org
David Farrin Building Inspector III (541) 385-1702 David.Farrin@deschutes.org
Owen Gilstrap Building Inspector III x1640 Owen.Gilstrap@deschutes.org
Brandon Jolley Building Inspector III x1625 Brandon.Jolley@deschutes.org
John Kelley Building Inspector III X1642 John.Kelley@deschutes.org
Michael Liskh Building Inspector III x1627 Michael.Liskh@deschutes.org
Brian Moore Building Inspector III (541) 385-1705 Brian.Moore@deschutes.org
Russell Robertson Building Inspector III x1643 Russell.Robbertson@deschutes.org
Todd Russell Building Inspector III x1644 Todd.Russell@deschutes.org
Laurie Wilson Building Inspector III (541) 383-6711 Laurie.Wilson@deschutes.org
New Single Family Dwelling Permits
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Code Enforcement
Overview
Code Enforcement consists of three Code Enforcement Specialists and one volunteer. The program is
managed by the Coordinated Services Administrative Manager and is supported by a law enforcement
technician from the Sheriff’s Department and operating divisions. The Code Enforcement Division is
responsible for investigating code violation complaints to ensure compliance with land use, onsite
wastewater disposal, building and solid waste codes (by contract with the Solid Waste Department), and
provides direct service on contract to the City of La Pine for solid waste violations. The program’s overriding
goal is to achieve voluntary compliance. If necessary, citations are issued for prosecution in Circuit Court or
before a Code Enforcement Hearings Officer. The program continues to adapt to the County’s challenges of
growth and diversification, incorporating new measures to ensure timely code compliance.
While voluntary compliance is the primary objective, an ever-growing number of cases require further code
enforcement action because of delayed correction or non-compliance. Through the continuing
development and refinement of departmental procedures for administrative civil penalty, Code
Enforcement is obtaining compliance from citations rather than court adjudication resulting in greater cost
recovery. A disconcerting trend is the need for County abatement in some cases. In abatement, the County
corrects the violations with the priority on compliance. Abatement action is reserved for matters of chronic
nuisance and public health and safety. In response to this trend, Code Enforcement is closely coordinating
with other County departments in the development and enactment of abatement plans.
2019 Accomplishments
During 2019, 1,002 new cases were received and 539 cases were resolved. This is a 12% increase in cases from the previous year.
Provided community education through regular presentations to local real estate groups and title companies. Additionally, staff presented as guest speaker at the 2019 Department of Environmental Quality Summit, focusing on options regarding general compliance with local and state agencies.
Partnered with the Solid Waste Department to implement the use of a voucher system offering financial assistance to customers meeting eligibility criteria in order to facilitate timely compliance.
Continued to partner with departments within the County to resolve difficult cases. Coordination between departments ensures efficiency of operations and avoids overlapping efforts, thus allowing staff to conduct a thorough investigation on behalf of community members.
Created a dashboard for code enforcement metrics such as “cases opened and closed by year”, “current active cases” and “current assigned cases by staff member”, allowing an assessment of live data and the opportunity to adjust cases and staff as necessary.
Coordinate with Planning, Building Safety and Environmental Soils division to redefine the County’s process for decommissioning unlawful second dwellings.
John Griley earned the Code Enforcement Professional Award at the Oregon Code Enforcement Association.
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Code Enforcement
2020-21 Work Plan Projects
Evaluate and update the Code Enforcement Policy and Procedures Manual to:
a. Implement BOCC direction on Marijuana complaints and procedures which were not previously
included;
b. Align and implement the land use planning procedures with Deschutes County Code 22.20.015;
c. Update based on other jurisdiction’s best practices; and
d. Clearly describe proactive enforcement actions such as tracking temporary use permits,
replacement dwellings and unpermitted second dwellings.
Number of New Complaint Cases
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Code Enforcement
Staff Directory
2020-21 Work Plan Projects (continued)
Update Deschutes County Code sections 1.16 and 1.17 to:
a. Create an abatement code to use as another tool to gain compliance;
b. Align the code with the Deschutes County Code;
c. Implement updates to the Code Enforcement Policy & Procedures Manual that are necessary.
Conduct public outreach to real estate professionals and organizations, homeowners associations, etc.,
to share information regarding the code enforcement program and current issues.
Automate the process for medical hardship notification and out-of-compliance O&M contracts
performed by code enforcement volunteers.
Modify procedures as necessary during and temporarily following the COVID-19 pandemic..
Christopher Beem Code Enforcement Specialist (541) 385-1745 Christopher.Beem@deschutes.org
John Griley Code Enforcement Specialist (541) 617-4708 John.Griley@deschutes.org
Dan Smith Code Enforcement Specialist (541) 385-1710 Dan.Smith@deschutes.org
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Coordinated Services
Overview
Coordinated Services consists of an Administrative Manager, ten Permit Technicians and an Administrative
Support Technician. The Coordinated Services Division provides permitting and “front line” direct services to
customers at the main office in Bend as well as in the La Pine and Sisters City Halls. Staff work to ensure
minimal wait times, provide accurate information to the public and ensure the efficient operation of the
front counter and coordination among all division. Staff also perform basic building plan reviews.
2019 Accomplishments
Permit Technicians continued to provide exceptional customer service to customers. Lead Technician, Judy Hackett, was awarded the 2019 Oregon Permit Technician Association’s 3rd Annual Bonnie Lanz Outstanding Permit Technician of the Year Award from the State of Oregon.
Staff served approximately 9,400 counter customers during 2019.
Cross-trained Permit Technicians to manage satellite offices.
Reconfigured the City of Sisters permitting process to include implementation of tools within the Accela permitting software. Utilizing Accela in this manner allows all communication between organizations to occur electronically for documentation regarding Planning approvals and approvals to issue a Certificate of Occupancy.
Reconfigured the Driveway Access permitting process within Accela to include approvals from the Road Department allowing for all communication to occur electronically.
Increased electronic permit submittals through public education and outreach to licensed professionals. During 2019, CDD received 28.6% of applications on line in comparison to 25.8% in 2018.
Created an application in partnership with i IT staff to display alert messages when online permits have been submitted, payments have been applied or documents have been uploaded, resulting in increased processing efficiencies.
Continued succession planning for the retirement of two long term staff with the hiring of two limited duration Permit Technicians. Cross-training staff allows the division to maintain high customer service standards during this transition.
As Accela continues to evolve and new tools become available, Deschutes County continues to be a statewide leader in offering training opportunities to customers and regional agency partners. Coordinated Services has hosted in-house, one-on-one training opportunities to facilitate a streamlined permitting process. With local contractors.
Implemented a Master Electrical Permit Program with the Building Safety Division establishing a more efficient procedure for handling repair, alteration and replacement of existing electrical products in qualified facilities.
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Coordinated Services
2020-21 Work Plan Projects
Create a training manual of Standard Operating Procedures as an additional resource for Permit Technicians for consistency and succession planning.
Create a “Customer Property Report” to provide a snapshot of key property details as a tool to combine and consolidate data for efficient research.
Increase customer, contractor and public education of Accela and online permit applications to alleviate lobby wait times and increase permit issuance times.
Create a training program for new hires to improve training efficiencies.
Staff Directory
Angie Havniear Administrative Manager (541) 317-3122 Angela.Havniear@deschutes.org
Katie Borden Permit Technician (541) 385-1741 Katie.Borden@deschutes.org
Tara Campbell-Alvarez Permit Technician (541) 383-4392 Tara.Campbell-Alvarez@deschutes.org
Ami Dougherty Permit Technician (541) 385-3217 Ami.Dougherty@deschutes.org
Robert Graham Permit Technician (541) 383-6710 Robert.Graham@deschutes.org
Judy Hackett Permit Technician (541) 385-1713 Judy.Hackett@deschutes.org
Chenelle Hale Permit Technician (541) 330-4681 Chenelle.Hale@deschutes.org
Lindsey Holloway Permit Technician (541) 388-6596 Lindsey.Holloway@deschutes.org
Terese Jarvis Permit Technician (541)383-4435 Terese.Jarvis@deschutes.org
Jennifer Lawrence Permit Technician (541) 385-1405 Jennifer.L.Lawrence@deschutes.org
Lisa Petersen Permit Technician (541) 317-3188 Lisa.Petersen@deschutes.org
Marilyn Tiboni Administrative Support Technician (541) 385-1409 Marilyn.Tiboni@deschutes.org
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Environmental Soils Overview
Environmental Soils consists of one Environmental Health Supervisor, one Environmental Health Specialist II, two Environmental Health Specialist I trainees, one On-call Inspector and one Permit Technician. The Environmental Soils Division regulates on-site wastewater treatment systems (septic) to assure compliance with state codes, and monitors environmental factors for public health and resource protection. They provide site evaluations, design review, permitting, inspection, education and coordination with the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) for onsite wastewater treatment and dispersal systems. Staff inspects sewage pumper trucks, reports on the condition of existing wastewater systems, maintains an Operations and Maintenance tracking system, provides the public with information on wastewater treatment systems and regulations and investigates sewage hazards. Priority is given to addressing sewage health hazards and protecting public health and the environment. Staff are also engaged in the proactive pursuit of protecting the groundwater in Deschutes County and continue to work with DEQ on permitting protective onsite wastewater systems in South Deschutes County.
2019 Accomplishments
Assessed 320 sites for onsite wastewater treatment and dispersal systems, an increase of 14% from 2018, and issued 1,670 permits and authorizations for new and existing onsite treatment and dispersal systems, an increase of 7% from 2018. Assessed sites included several new subdivisions, including the Westside Transect. Applications are becoming more complex and technical.
Continued coordination with the Neighbor Impact Loan Partnership program that provides financial assistance to South County property owners when a nitrogen reducing ATT system is required to repair a failing onsite system and the owner does not qualify for a conventional loan.
Provided to property owners in South County seven rebates of $3,750 per property for upgrading conventional onsite systems to nitrogen-reducing pollution reduction systems.
Regularly coordinated with the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to determine the circumstances in South County requiring protective onsite wastewater systems. Staff continued to support and work with DEQ staff on South Deschutes/ Northern Klamath Groundwater Protection Steering Committee recommendations.
Coordinated with the City of Bend staff to assess sites eligible for onsite wastewater treatment and dispersal systems due to their distances from a sewer collection facility.
Increased electronic permit submittal and inspection scheduling through outreach and education of customers, particularly licensed professionals. During 2019, the division received 21.6% of applications online compared to 15.7% in 2018.
Continued working with DEQ on permitting protective onsite wastewater systems in South Deschutes County. Revisited current policies with DEQ staff including a hydrologist, and determined best protective policies moving forward.
Participated as a member of the Technical Review Committee for the DEQ onsite wastewater treatment system program and provided advice on rulemaking proposals, particularly ATT systems that will have impacts to environmentally sensitive areas of Deschutes County.
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Environmental Soils
2019 Accomplishments (continued)
Continued coordination with the City of Bend and DEQ regarding the southeast sewer interceptor and sewer expansion, and the impact on homeowners with onsite wastewater systems.
Participated in the Upper Deschutes Agricultural Water Quality Management Area Local Advisory Committee.
Increased staff involvement in a broader variety of Environmental Health related conferences, seminars and workshops to provide new learning opportunities and encourage professional development and new connections beyond the onsite program.
Developed and published a web-based quarterly newsletter for Installers.
Participated in the City of Bend Storm Water Public Advisory Group.
Facilitated process resulting in BOCC adoption of Resolution 2019-040 amending the Pollution Reduction Credits part of the Transferable Development Credit Program.
Onsite Permits Issued
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Environmental Soils
2020-21 Work Plan Projects
Re-visit current policies with DEQ staff including a hydrologist, and determine best protective policies moving forward, potentially creating criteria for variance processes and further identifying high risk areas.
Continue coordination with the City of Bend and DEQ regarding the septic to sewer program, and the impact on homeowners with onsite wastewater systems.
Provide the Terrebonne Sewer Feasibility Study selected consultant with Environmental Soils staff assistance and information regarding onsite wastewater treatment systems in Terrebonne.
Participate in the Upper Deschutes Agricultural Water Quality Management Area Local Advisory Committee.
Todd Cleveland Environmental Health Supervisor (541) 617-4714 Todd.Cleveland@deschutes.org
Kevin Hesson Environmental Health Specialist I (541) 322-7181 Kevin.Hesson@deschutes.org
Larry Howard Environmental Health Specialist II (541) 330-4666 Larry.Howard@deschutes.org
Kiley Rucker-Clamons Environmental Health Specialist I (541) 383-6709 Kiley.Rucker-Clamons@deschutes.org
Martha Shields Permit Technician (541) 385-1706 Martha.Shields@deschutes.org
Staff Directory
Provide financial assistance opportunities to South County property owners who do not qualify for conventional loans to upgrade onsite systems to nitrogen reducing pollution reduction systems (Nitrogen Reducing System Rebates and the Neighborimpact Non-conforming Loan Partnership).
Continue to participate in the City of Bend Storm Water Public Advisory Group.
Update the DEQ contract for the Onsite Wastewater Treatment System Program to be more consistent with current rules and requirements (the current contract dates from 1981).
Amend Deschutes County Code Chapter 11.12, Transferable Development Credit Program to implement changes from BOCC Resolution 2019-040
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Planning
Overview
Planning consists of one Planning Director, one Planning Manager, two Senior Planners, one Senior Transportation Planner, seven Associate Planners, two Assistant Planners and one Administrative Assistant. The Planning Division consists of two operational areas: Current Planning and Long Range Planning. Current Planning processes individual land use applications and provides information to the public on all land use related issues. Long Range Planning addresses the future needs of the county through updates to the comprehensive plan, changes to the County Code and other special projects..
Current Planning
Responsible for reviewing land use applications for compliance with Deschutes County Code (DCC) and state law, including zoning, subdivision and development regulations, and facilitating public hearings with Hearings Officers and the BOCC. Staff is also responsible for verifying compliance with land use rules for building permit applications and septic permits; coordinating with Code Enforcement to respond to complaints and monitor conditions of approval for land use permits; performing road naming duties; providing assistance at the public information counter, over the telephone and via email; and addressing in the rural County and City of Redmond, under contract.
Long Range Planning
Responsible for planning for the future of Deschutes County, including developing and implementing land use policy with the BOCC, Planning Commission, community and partner organizations. It is in charge of updating the County Comprehensive Plan and zoning regulations, coordinating with cities and agencies on various planning projects taking place in the region, including population forecasts with Portland State University and cities. Staff also monitors and participates in annual legislative sessions, and serves on numerous local, regional and statewide committees primarily focusing on transportation, natural resources, growth management and economic development.
Transportation Planning
Provides comments and expertise on land use applications, calculates System Development Charges (SDC’s) as part of land use application review process or upon request; provides comments to the County’s Risk Management Department regarding traffic issues for permitted events; participates in the annual County Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) process with the Road Department; applies for grants for enhanced bicycle and pedestrian facilities in coordination with the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC); participates in Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) funded refinement planning; coordinates road issues with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the United States Forest Service (USFS) for urban interface plans; and serves on several local and regional transportation committees, most notably BPAC, the Bend Metropolitan Planning Organization Technical Advisory Committee, and Central Oregon Area Commission on Transportation Technical Advisory Committee (TAC).
Floodplain & Wetlands Planning
Responsible for providing comments and expertise on land use applications, code enforcement, and general
property inquiries that require development, fill, or removal in mapped floodplain and wetland areas. Staff
maintains certification as an Association of State Floodplain Managers (ASFPM) Certified Floodplain Manager
to provide customers with up-to-date and accurate information regarding FEMA regulations, surveying
requirements, and construction requirements. Coordination is frequently required with external agencies
including FEMA, US Army Corps of Engineers, Oregon Department of State Lands, Oregon Department of
Fish and Wildlife, and the US Forest Service.
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Planning
2019 Accomplishments
Counter coverage averaged 365 customer visits a month (Excludes email inquiries and pre-application
meetings).
Received 891 land use applications icompared to 901 in 2018.
The Planning Division received 23 non-farm dwelling applications compared with 33 for 2018.
19 final plats were recorded in 2019 or are in the process of being recorded, creating a total of 64
residential lots.
The BOCC adopted a staff-initiated amendments:
Clarifying access requirements for subdivisions.
Allowing child care in the Sunriver Business Park.
Allowing historic accessory dwelling units.
One recognizing a 2014 model flood plain code and the other involving piped irrigation canals
and laterals in November and December.
Ensuring equal treatment of religious institutions per the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized
Person Act (first and second readings were in January 2020) .
Land Use Permits
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Planning
2019 Accomplishments (continued)
The BOCC adopted a modified applicant-initiated ODOT Transportation System Plan amendment for a
improvements in Terrebonne.
The BOCC considered staff-initiated amendments to:
The Comprehensive Plan to establish eligibility criteria for six specific areas currently designated
Exclusive Farm Use or Forest Use to Nonprime Resource (NPR) Lands.
Deschutes County's Marijuana regulations. Ultimately, the BOCC adopted an opt-out ordinance,
referring the prohibition of marijuana production and processing to the voters for the November
2020 General Election.
One marijuana application relating to processing received approval in 2019. The BOCC heard five
appeals pertaining to marijuana production, processing and retail.
CDD received 45 annual reports and conducted inspections for marijuana production, processing and
retail operators approved by the County.
Certified Local Government Grant
Received an 18-month $11,500 Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant in 2019 from the State Historic
Preservation Office to assist Deschutes County with its historic preservation programs.
Technical Assistance Grant
Received an 18-month $25,000 Technical Assistance (TA) Grant from DLCD.
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
Met twelve times, commenting on regional the Transportation System Plan (TSP) updates, Pilot Butte
Master Plan and ODOT projects, among others.
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT)
Participated in Terrebonne Refinement Plan Technical Advisory Committee (TAC); Parkway Refinement
Plan TAC, Wickiup Jct. Refinement Plan (with City of La Pine); Bend US 97 North Corridor Planning; US 20/
Cook Ave. roundabout project; chaired Governor's Advisory Committee on Motorcycle Safety.
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
Participated in the Deschutes Basin Habitat Conservation Plan (HCP) as a cooperating agency starting in
March. The BOCC also convened a panel of experts in November and provided official comments on the
draft HCP and draft Environmental Impact Statement later that month.
Wildfi re Mitigation Advisory Committee (WMAC)
The BOCC appointed the WMAC in September that was staff facilitated to review and provide
recommendations on a Deschutes County Wildfire Hazard Zone / Map, Oregon Revised Specialty Code
R327.4 Wildfire Hazard Mitigation, and land use regulations.
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Planning
2019 Accomplishments (continued)
City of Bend
Coordinated with City staff on:
HB 4079, affordable housing pilot project and forthcoming UGB amendment application.
Bend Airport Master Plan.
City of Bend/Bend Metropolitan Planning Organizations on update of Bend TSP.
Veterans Village concept for homeless veterans
City of La Pine
Supported the process to amend the Pollution Reduction Credit parts of the TDC Program required for
developing the La Pine New Neighborhood, adopted by BOCC Resolution 2019-040.
Participated in Wickiup Junction Refinement Plan.
City of Redmond
Coordinated with the City staff regarding:
A site owned by the Oregon Department of State Lands (DSL) adjoining its UGB as a location for a
regional large-lot industrial campus.
A site owned by DSL adjoining its UGB as a location for Fairground expansion and Oregon Military
Department training site.
Updates to their TSP and potential Quarry Road interchange an extension of 19th Street.
An application by County Property and Facilities adjusting the Redmond UGB.
HB 2336, affordable housing pilot project and forthcoming UGB amendment application.
City of Sisters
Coordinated with the City staff regarding:
Finalizing the Sisters Country Vision Plan.
TSP updates.
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2020-21 Work Plan Projects
Nonprime Resource Lands Amendments
Complete a plan amendment that corrects mapping errors for 6 legacy rural residential developments;
If adopted and acknowledged, initiate legislative amendment for a NPR-10 zone that applies solely to the six areas.
Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) Technical Assistance Grant
To inform the Deschutes County Comprehensive Plan Update, DLCD funded two initiatives:
Natural Hazards. Initiate a community involvement plan to engage the public in a process to understand, evaluate, and provide informed input on the Wildfire Mitigation Advisory Committee’s recommendations to:
Update the County’s Wildfire Hazard Map;
Develop land use regulations to mitigate wildfire hazards; and
Consider adopting the State Building Codes Division’s wildfire hazard mitigation standards in the Oregon Residential Specialty Code (R327.4) in coordination with the County’s Building Safety Division.
Wildlife Inventories. Evaluate new Goal 5 wildlife habitat inventories from the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife with the assistance of a biologist; develop wildlife protection scenarios and options; and engage the public in a community conversation to understand, evaluate, and provide informed input on the inventories and protection scenarios and options.
Housing Strategies
Develop rural housing strategies for Deschutes County to inform the Comprehensive Plan Update;
Support the County’s transitional housing initiative with the Bend Heroes Foundation, and similar efforts.
Comprehensive Plan Update
Develop a scope, schedule, and budget, and explore hiring a consultant team to initiate a multi-year process to update the Comprehensive Plan;
Engage Tumalo, Terrebonne, and/or Newberry Country residents to determine if community plans (chapters of the 2030 Comprehensive Plan) meet the current and future needs of each area, and whether there is an interest and readiness for a community plan update as part of the Comprehensive Plan Update process or as stand-alone separate processes;
Initiate the Comprehensive Plan Update by Fall 2021.
Planning
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Planning
2020-21 Work Plan Projects (continued)
City of Redmond
Continue participating in the implementation in the City of Redmond Comprehensive Plan Update.
City of Sisters
Continue participating in the implementation of the Sisters Country Vision Plan;
Participate in the City of Sisters Comprehensive Plan update.
City of La Pine
Participate in the City of La Pine process to update and amend the County-owned New Neighborhood comprehensive plan designations, master plan and implementing regulation, if initiated by the city.
Support the Environmental Soils Division to amend DCC 11.12 TDC Program.
City of Bend Airport Master Plan (BAMP)
Coordinate with the City of Bend to update and adopt the BAMP and amend the County’s Comprehensive plan and Development Code to incorporate the updated BAMP and implementation measures to allow new airport-related businesses through a streamlined permitting process.
Cities of Bend and Redmond Affordable Housing
Amend the City of Bend UGB to implement HB 4079, affordable housing project;
Amend the City of Redmond UGB to implement HB 2336, affordable housing project.
City of Bend UGB and/or Urban Reserve Area (URA)
Coordinate with the City of Bend to update the UGB to meet the City’s 20-year growth projections, and/or establishing a URA to protect rural lands for future urbanization and facilitate future UGB expansions.
Historic Preservation – Certified Local Government (CLG) Grant
Administer the 2019-2020 CLG Grant from the State Historic Preservation Office;
Apply for the 2021-2022 CLG Grant, including coordinating with the Historic Landmarks Commission and the City of Sisters on priority projects to include in the grant proposal;
Develop policy and procedures manual for the Historic Landmarks Commission.
Zoning Text Amendments
Amend County code to allow:
Day care, nurseries, and childcare facilities from a conditional use permit to a use permitted outright (subject to site plan review);
Minor variance 10% lot area rule for farm and forest zoned properties;
Nonfarm dwelling code to be consistent with State law;
Re-platting;
Housekeeping amendments to comply with County Code and State law;
Sign code to become consistent with federal law;
Outdoor Mass Gatherings to be addressed more thoroughly in County Code
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2020-21 Work Plan Projects (continued)
Zoning Text Amendments (continued)
Consider amending County Code to address:
Limit hemp production in Rural Residential Zones; and
Outdoor and Greenhouse Lighting Control Ordinance to comply with new technologies and Dark Skies best practices.
2020-21 Legislative Sessions
Initiate Comprehensive Plan and/or Zoning Text amendments to comply with and implement new or revised state laws.
Participate in legislative or rulemaking work groups to shape state laws to benefit Deschutes County
Transportation System Plan Amendment(s)
Complete Highway 20 roundabout / Plan Amendment;
Complete U.S. 97 Bend to Redmond Safety Project; South Century to U.S. Forest Service Property;
Coordinate the County TSP update with Road Department and Oregon Department of Transportation.
COVID-19 Response
Modify procedures as necessary during and temporarily following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Natural Resource Stewardship Position
Consider adding a natural resource stewardship position or services to inventory assets and uses/trails,
wildlife, rare Oregon plants on County owned lands, oversee conservation easements, etc.
Planning
Staff Directory
Peter Gutowsky Planning Manager (541) 385-1709 Peter.Gutowsky@deschutes.org
Kyle Collins Associate Planner (541) 383-4427 Kyle.Collins@deschutes.org
William Groves Senior Planner (541) 388-6518 William.Groves@deschutes.org
Matt Martin Associate Planner (541) 330-4620 Matt.Martin@deschutes.org
Nathaniel Miller Assistant Planner (541) 317-3164 Nathaniel.Miller@deschutes.org
Anthony Raguine Senior Planner (541) 617-4739 Anthony.Raguine@deschutes.org
Tarik Rawlings Associate Planner (541) 317-3148 Tarik.Rawlings@deschutes.org
Cynthia Smidt Associate Planner (541) 317-3150 Cynthia.Smidt@deschutes.org
Hether Ward Assistant Planner (541) 388-6504 Hether.Ward@deschutes.org
Ashley Williams Administrative Assistant (541) 617-4707 Ashley.Williams@deschutes.org
Peter Russell Senior Transportation Planner (541) 383-6718 Peter.Russell@deschutes.org
Tanya Saltzman Associate Planner (541) 388-6528 Tanya.Saltzman@deschutes.org
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Community Involvement Report
2019
Statewide Planning Goal 1, Citizen Involvement, requires cities and counties to create a citizen involvement program that provides opportunities for community participation in land use planning processes and decisions.
Historic Landmarks Commission
Convened four times in 2019 to consider:
Bull Creek Bridge Alteration Certified Local Government Grant
Certified Local Government Grant
Historic Preservation and Land Use Panel Discussion
Historic Preservation Month
Planning Division Draft FY 2019-20 Annual Work Plan
Planning Commission
Convened 22 times in 2019 to consider:
Destination Resort Overnight Lodging Unit Tracking
Flood Plain Amendments
HB 2106 and HB 3384 Amendment
Historic Rural Accessory Unit Amendment
Nonprime Resource Lands Comprehensive Plan Amendments
Planning Division Draft FY 2018 Annual Work Plan
Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act Amendments
Sunriver Business Park Child Care Text Amendment
Sunriver Business Park Employee Housing Text Amendments
US 97 / Terrebonne Refinement Plan / TSP Amendment
Land use legislation, policies and implementation measures made by Oregonians nearly 50 years ago helped shape Oregon’s urban and rural environments. Likewise, choices made today will ultimately shape these areas in the future. Successful land use planning occurs through an open and public process that provides room for information gathering, analysis and vigorous debate. Deschutes County’s Community Involvement program is defined in Section 1.2 of the Comprehensive Plan.
This chapter identifies the County Planning Commission as the committee for citizen involvement. It also contains the County’s Community Involvement goal and corresponding five policies that comply with Goal 1.This report briefly discusses the noteworthy community involvement actions undertaken by the Planning Division in 2019. The report is intended to provide county residents and stakeholders with a tool to assess its effectiveness and offer additional suggestions the County can utilize to ensure that its diverse communities remain actively involved in land use planning discussions.
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Board of County Commissioners / Land
Use Hearings
Not Appealed:
Extension for Resolution of Intent to Rezone
Fairgrounds / Oregon Military Department UGB Amendment
Noise Variance
Non-resource Plan Amendment / Zone Change (EFU to MUA-10)
Outdoor Mass Gathering Permits (2 applications)
UGB Adjustment
Appealed:
Lower Bridge Planned Unit Development
Marijuana Production (3 applications)
Marijuana Production and Processing
Marijuana Production Reconsideration
Marijuana Retail
Thornburgh Resort Tentative Plat and Site Plan (LUBA Remand)
LUBA Appeals
Lot of Record Dwelling
Marijuana Production (subsequently withdrawn for reconsideration)
Marijuana Retail Dispensary
Marijuana Production
Thornburgh Destination Resort Tentative Plat / Site Plan (LUBA Remand)
Tumalo Irrigation District Plan Amendment / Zone Change
Community Involvement Report 2019
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2019
Hearings Officer Proceedings
Campground
Guest Ranch
Goal 11 Exception
Hillman Consolidation
Non-farm Dwelling
Non-irrigated Partition
Lot of Record Dwelling
Lower Bridge Planned Unit Development
Partition
Template Dwelling
Tentative Subdivision Plat
Thornburgh Tentative Plant / Site Plan (LUBA Remand)
UGB Adjustment (2 applications)
Westside Transect Master Plan and Tentative Plat
Applicant-Initiated Plan Amendment and
Zone Change Applications
A Plan amendment and zone change adjusting the Bend Urban Growth Boundary
A Plan amendment and zone change adjusting the Redmond Urban Growth Boundary
Community Involvement Report