The Washington County Land Use Planning Commission convened on September 17, 2025, to discuss a proposed amendment to land use designations in the county. The primary focus of the meeting was a recommendation to change a site’s designation from transit-oriented business to industrial use. Transportation staff reported that this change would not significantly impact traffic or transportation facilities and would actually reduce the number of trips generated to and from the site.

Representatives from various local services, including Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, Tualatin Valley Water District, and the Beaverton School District, confirmed that they could adequately provide services under the proposed change. However, Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District (THPRD) noted that the area is currently below their service threshold and does not have plans to extend services there.

During the meeting, Planning Commissioner Peterson inquired about the specifics of the reduced trips associated with the proposed industrial designation. Transportation staff clarified that the analysis was based on a worst-case scenario comparing the current and proposed land use types, concluding that the industrial designation would generate fewer trips.

The public hearing portion of the meeting was opened, but no members of the public signed up to testify, leading to the hearing's closure. Following this, the Planning Commission moved into deliberations regarding the proposed amendment.

The staff recommended approval of the plan amendment, citing that the industrial designation is more appropriate for the site than the current transit-oriented business designation. The commission will continue discussions on the matter in future meetings, with the potential for further public input if necessary.