Board approves first reading for Cascades Academy plan amendment and zone change
The board approved first reading by title of Ordinance 2026‑005 to rezone and redesignate ~22.5 acres for Cascades Academy from surface mine/EFU to MUA; second reading was scheduled for March 11, 2026. One commissioner reiterated concerns about potential future rural residential conversions but the motion carried.
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The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 25 approved first reading, by title only, of Ordinance 2026‑005 to amend the county comprehensive plan and zoning map for a plan amendment and zone change to benefit Cascades Academy.
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