Land Use & Zoning
Oregon's 'Big Look' task force (2007–2009) was convened to:
AEvaluate expanding Oregon's urban growth boundaries
BReview and modernize Oregon's statewide land use planning system after 35+ years✓ Correct
CStudy environmental impacts of coastal development
DDevelop Oregon's renewable energy land use policies
Explanation
Oregon's 'Big Look' was a legislative task force (2007–2009) charged with reviewing Oregon's statewide land use planning system — established in 1973 — to evaluate whether changes were needed for the 21st century. It produced recommendations for modernizing the system.
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