RPS and the Medford UGB Amendment On Wednesday, April 4, 2012, the City of Medford will be holding an open house to discuss an amendment to the current Urban Growth Boundary (UGB). The purpose of the UGB amendment is to include more commercial and residential land to prepare for Medford’s growth over the next 20 […]
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Nonconforming and Pre-existing Uses in Jackson County
Code Enforcement and Nonconforming Uses If you have recently been contacted by Jackson County Code Enforcement, you may find that the use of your property is nonconforming with the current standards. This may mean that the use was established prior to adoption of a zoning regulation that would now prevent that use. However, if you can […]
Land Use In Jackson County, Oregon
Responsible Land Use Planning promotes responsible use of land-based resources. The Jackson County Planning Division coordinates long-range planning through adherence to Jackson County’s Comprehensive Plan and applies the Land Development Ordinance (LDO) in the review of specific land use proposals. Have Your Land Use Goals Reviewed Review by the Jackson County Planning Division is the first […]
Aggregate Permit in Jackson County, Oregon
Obtaining An Aggregate Permit Aggregate permits are often the most complex and, unfortunately, expensive permits to obtain in Jackson County. All mining, whether for aggregate resources or precious metals, must be reviewed and permitted not only by Jackson County, but by the Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries (DOGAMI) as well. Deciding Which Aggregate […]
Proving Legal Access To Build A Home
Are you planning to build a home on your land? If you want to build a home, one of the many requirements you will have to meet is proving you have legal access to that home. If your property is outside city limits, your access may be via a road owned by BLM, USFS, or a […]
An Update On RPS (Regional Problem Solving)
RPS Is Moving Forward It appears RPS is moving forward as planned at the state level. 1000 Friends of Oregon has released their final comments on their concerns for RPS, which are as follows: Medford, being the largest City in RPS, has the lowest densities in the region for build out of its urban reserves areas; […]
Introduction of House Bill 3615 for Jackson County, Josephine County, and Douglas County
Jackson County Residents: Rural Jackson County residents keep your hopes up. There is a chance that House Bill 3615 will be re-introduced with the Oregon legislature this February, 2012. How Jackson County Will Be Affected: If this bill passes, it will give Jackson County, Josephine County, and Douglas County the ability to petition LCDC (Land […]
Oregon Has Adopted Soil Scientist Procedure Changes
Soil Scientist Procedures: The State of Oregon recently adopted soil scientist procedure changes, which means there will be more State forms and fees required for a soil scientist. If you own EFU property and plan on applying for a land use permit, the extra fees will be passed on to you. If you have […]
Regional Problem Solving- An 11-Year Process Finally Moves Ahead
RPS (Regional Problem Solving) is a public and private sector collaborative effort to direct the future of land use in the Greater Bear Creek Valley. It establishes a 50-year long-range goal, ideally providing a rational and beneficial pattern of growth. This particular proposal is the largest ever proposed in Oregon, and includes Jackson County’s participation, […]
Code Amendment
The City of Medford is proposing a code amendment for streets and maximum block lengths. If you have vacant, undeveloped land within the City, this may affect your property with future development. The code amendment will apply to all residential and commercially zoned properties. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this code amendment, please contact […]