The next phase of the Wasco County 2040 work plan focuses on Goal 5 issues (Open Spaces, Scenic and Historic Areas and Natural Resources). This work impacts many of Wasco County’s Environmental Protection Districts.
Accessory Dwelling Unit Legislation
During the 2019 Roadshow, Wasco County Planning staff and the Citizen Advisory Group presented information about pending legislation (Senate Bill 88) that would allow for accessory dwelling units (ADU) to be permitted in rural residential zones. Continue reading “Accessory Dwelling Unit Legislation”
Recreation and Illegal Access
Currently, Goal 8 (Recreation) in the Comprehensive Plan states that Wasco County Planning will “Discourage illegal recreational access through private agricultural lands.”
Update on Work Tasks
On June 4th, the Planning Commission recommended approval of proposed updates to Chapter 10 (Housing) and 14 (Urbanization) to the Board of County Commissioners (BOCC). The BOCC will have the first hearing (of two) on July 3rd. You can read proposed changes from the Planning Commission packets on the Wasco County website. Continue reading “Update on Work Tasks”