Oregon City Commission upholds approval of 29‑lot townhome subdivision after appeal

The Oregon City Commission on May 4 denied an appeal and affirmed the Community Development director’s March 7, 2025 decision to approve a 29‑lot townhome subdivision at 19918 White Lane, ruling that the application met the city’s applicable code standards.

Appellants and dozens of nearby residents urged the commission to reconsider, citing traffic, parking, school capacity and neighborhood character. Chris Minnick, the appellant and a Wheeler Farm Road resident, said the traffic study underestimated likely trips and that the area lacks transit: “There is no bus service out there,” Minnick told the commission, noting safety concerns because his children play in the street.

The commission’s decision followed staff findings that the plat and street extension plans comply with Oregon City municipal code requirements for…