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PGE’s Stafford Road transmission project proceeds 'at its own risk' as LUBA appeal moves forward
Summary
County staff briefed the board that a hearings officer approved PGE’s Stafford Road transmission-line application, two parties appealed to LUBA with oral argument set for Feb. 10, and a stay motion is pending; under county code and state law only LUBA can issue a stay, so PGE may proceed until LUBA rules.
County staff updated the Board of Commissioners on Jan. 29 about the contested Portland General Electric (PGE) transmission‑line project on Stafford Road and where the land‑use process stands.
"Your independent land use hearings officer approved an application by PGE to put in new transmission lines along Stafford Road," staff reported, and two parties subsequently appealed the hearings officer's decision to the Land Use Board of Appeals (LUBA). County staff said oral argument before LUBA is scheduled for Feb. 10 and they expect a LUBA decision by March 5.
Caleb Hugel, assistant county counsel, explained…
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