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Historic review board offers code clarifications, proposes permit route for small accessory units in McLaughlin Conservation District
Summary
City planning staff and the Historic Review Board presented recommended revisions Aug. 12 to how "new construction" and additions are measured in the McLaughlin Conservation District, and proposed a new HRB policy to allow small accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be permitted through the building permit process.
The Oregon City Historic Review Board (HRB) and Planning Department presented eight policy recommendations Aug. 12 to clarify how "new construction" and additions are measured in the McLaughlin Conservation District and to create a path for small, compatible accessory dwelling units (ADUs) to be permitted through the building-permit process rather than a Type 3 historic-review hearing.
Planning staff described the project background, outreach and the draft recommendations. Staff said the McLaughlin Conservation District includes about 854 properties, of which roughly 553 are non‑designated historic resources and 301 are designated. Current code treats any new building or structure larger than 200 square feet as "new construction" subject to HRB review; additions that increase a building's area by 30% or more (individual or cumulative) also trigger review.
Staff proposed changes the board developed after monthly…
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