Sen. Pham, stakeholders back bill letting Portland‑area cities require affordable units if developers are compensated
SB 15 21 A would let local governments in the Portland metropolitan area require minimum affordable units in new multiunit housing only if jurisdictions offset projected marginal‑value losses to developers through payments, tax abatements or fee waivers; sponsors said the bill balances production and affordability and removes a 'clear and objective' statewide mandate.
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Senator Khan Pham (D‑SD 23) and housing advocates urged the House Committee on Rules to advance Senate Bill 15 21 A, which would let local governments in the Portland Metropolitan Statistical Area require minimum affordable units in new multiunit residential developments only if they offset the expected marginal‑value loss to developers.
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