Southern Oregon Land-Use Planning News and Hearings
All public hearings will be located in the Courthouse Auditorium at 10 S. Oakdale in Medford unless otherwise noted.
Land-Use Planning Resources
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Urban Growth Boundary Information for Oregon Development
The ability to build a structure or develop a parcel of property is constrained by zoning laws, but it is also limited by a city’s […]
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Considering Opening an Air B&B in Southern Oregon?
Many tourists flock to Southern Oregon every year. Our region is filled with outdoor activities to fulfill many interests, from hiking to skiing and whitewater […]
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Do You Need a Permit to Build a Driveway?
It’s commonly known that building a home requires a bevy of permits and approvals, starting with the initial blueprints and down to the last electrical […]
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Oregon’s Forestland Program
Forestry remains one of the largest industries in Oregon. Our state is the largest softwood lumber producer in the United States. Forests cover nearly 50% […]
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Oregon Land Use Regulations for Wineries
Southern Oregon is home to many wonderful industries, but some of the characteristics that make the land so unique are the climate and fertile soil. […]
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Land Use Requirements for Marijuana Farming in Oregon
In June 2021, the State of Oregon Employment Department published a report illustrating the growth of the state’s legal marijuana industry. In April 2021, recreational […]
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Basics of Zoning Laws for Small Businesses
Owning a small business is hard work. Not only do you have to manage the day-to-day operation, but you must also be proficient in everything […]
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Preparing to Testify at a Land Use Hearing
When a significant land use change is requested, the municipal code often requires a hearing where all parties have the opportunity to express their views. […]
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Lot Line Adjustments in Oregon
Every parcel of land has boundaries or “lot lines” defined by surveyors and recorded within the city or county records. A property owner may want […]
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Why Subdivide a Property?
Mark Twain said, “Buy land; they’re not making it anymore.” While thankfully, there is plenty of land in Oregon for us to enjoy, Twain is […]
