Land Use & Zoning
In Oregon, which document sets out a local government's long-range vision for land use, growth, and development over a 20-year period?
AThe zoning ordinance
BThe comprehensive plan✓ Correct
CThe development code
DThe subdivision plat
Explanation
A comprehensive plan (or general plan) is a local government's long-range policy document providing goals, policies, and maps for future land use, housing, transportation, and natural resources over a 20-year period. Oregon's acknowledged comprehensive plans must be consistent with the 19 Statewide Planning Goals.
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