HB 3708
Allows a city with a population of 20,000 or fewer to bring lands into its urban growth boundary, under a temporary program, under lower requirements for the percentage of affordable housing.
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Bill overview
This bill allows smaller Oregon cities with populations of 20,000 or fewer to expand their urban growth boundaries under a temporary program. It reduces the requirements for affordable housing when adding land to the boundary. Specifically, cities can require a lower percentage of affordable units (potentially 20% instead of 30%) and may be exempt from developing a conceptual plan if they have agreements in place to ensure affordability and service provision. The bill also includes a sunset provision, expiring on January 2, 2033.
Key provisions
- Allows cities with populations under 20,000 to expand urban growth boundaries.
- Reduces the required percentage of affordable housing units to 20% for cities outside Metro.
- Exempts cities from developing a conceptual plan if they have agreements ensuring affordability and service provision.
- Requires at least 30% of residential units to be affordable, with income restrictions.
- Establishes financial penalties for non-compliance with affordable housing requirements.
- Specifies density requirements based on city population.
- Requires the inclusion of recreational space, commercial uses, and transportation networks in development plans.
- Sets a sunset date for the program of January 2, 2033.
Who is affected
- Cities with populations of 20,000 or fewer
- Homebuyers and renters seeking affordable housing
- Local governments and planning departments
- Landowners within urban growth boundaries
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