City proposes strict limits on housing near historic districts
December 05, 2024 | St. Helens, Columbia County, Oregon
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Officials highlighted that while there are restrictions on where these homes can be placed, zoning laws will play a significant role in controlling their development. For instance, mobile home parks can only be established in designated mobile home park zones, which are limited in the area. This zoning strategy is intended to prevent manufactured homes from encroaching on historic sites.
The meeting also addressed the highway commercial zone, which is less accommodating to residential development. Currently, residential units can only be built above commercial uses, but there are no density calculations in place. To maintain the integrity of this commercial area, officials proposed a limit of two dwelling units above permitted uses.
Additionally, the discussion included regulations for single room occupancy (SRO) units. State law mandates that local governments allow up to six units on lots designated for single-family homes. Officials confirmed that any development with six or more units would need to be located in apartment-zoned areas to avoid overcrowding in residential neighborhoods.
Overall, these proposed amendments reflect a commitment to preserving historic areas while managing residential growth effectively.
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