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Board approves first reading for Cascades Academy plan amendment and zone change

Deschutes County Board of Commissioners · February 25, 2026

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Summary

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.

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.

Nicole Mardell, principal planner, said the…

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