Council adopts narrow code interpretation in close 4–3 vote, prompting call for code revision
The council adopted findings that a section of the improvement‑requirements code applies only to subdivisions and not to minor partitions, removing several improvement conditions for minor partitions citywide. The 4–3 vote drew sustained debate and instructions for staff to draft code amendments.
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In a closely divided vote Wednesday, the McMinnville City Council adopted new findings that treat a portion of the city’s improvement‑requirements code (section 17.53.0.153) as applying only to subdivisions and not to minor partitions. The decision, proposed in Ordinance 5174, removes a range of conditions previously imposed under that section — including timing or requirements to construct sidewalks, street trees, storm drainage, sewer and utility connections at the partition stage.
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