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Yamhill council directs staff to research sale of 4,300‑sq‑ft city flag lot and legal steps
Summary
Council directed staff to research a potential sale of a 4,300‑square‑foot city‑owned flag‑lot driveway, including required public‑notice steps and planner and legal review. The motion passed unanimously and staff will report back.
The City of Yamhill on Oct. 8 directed staff to research the possible sale of a small, city‑owned 4,300‑square‑foot flag‑lot parcel that serves as a driveway to a private home.
Staff said the parcel is currently used as easement access to an existing residence and that First American records indicate a historic assessed value of about $500, but an appraisal is not on file. City staff told council the research should include confirmation of legal requirements and administrative rules, including the public‑notice procedures required before a city may sell real property.
Councilors asked that staff consult the city planner and city attorney as part of the analysis and that the process be opened to any potential purchaser rather than selling directly to a single party. The council amended and unanimously approved a motion directing staff to pursue the research and report back with recommendations, including legal steps and public‑notice requirements.
Next steps: staff will investigate title and appraisal history, confirm statutory and administrative notice requirements, consult the city attorney and planner as needed, and present options to council at a future meeting.
