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Oregon City approves temporary modular classrooms for John McLoughlin Elementary, amid egress concerns

Oregon City Planning Commission · April 27, 2026
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The planning commission approved variances allowing modular classrooms and a restroom at John McLoughlin Elementary to remain on site through Aug. 31, 2028, sited on existing parking; commissioners pressed the district on single-door egress, and the decision requires standard building-permit review for fire and life-safety compliance.

The Oregon City Planning Commission approved variances Tuesday to allow temporary modular classroom buildings, a modular library and a restroom at John McLoughlin Elementary while the school completes renovations.

Planner Jude Tedus said the Oregon City School District proposed placing four classroom modules, one modular library and a restroom on existing impervious parking near South End Road so students can remain on campus during construction. The district requested three variances: a reduced front setback (7 to 10 feet versus the R10 20-foot requirement because the structures are temporary), permission…

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