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City staff says West Linn will continue careful review under local code despite state changes
Summary
City staff assured residents that Planning staff, the Planning Commission and City Council will continue to review applications carefully and fairly under state law and West Linn Code despite procedural changes mandated by House Bill 4,037.
A City of West Linn staff member said that although House Bill 4,037 changed review procedures, local planning staff, the Planning Commission and City Council will still ensure applications are reviewed carefully and fairly under state law and West Linn Code. "Our codes are meant to preserve quality of life in West Linn, and we take that very seriously," the staff member said.
The speaker framed the change as procedural rather than substantive, emphasizing that local codes still set standards the city will apply. The staff member urged residents to consult posted staff reports and materials on the Planning page for details on any given application and to follow meeting agendas for participation information.
