Land Use & Zoning
Oregon's statewide land use planning system gives local governments the primary responsibility for land use planning, with state oversight through:
AOREA's land use division
BThe Land Conservation and Development Commission (LCDC) and Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD)✓ Correct
CThe Oregon Department of Transportation
DThe Oregon State Legislature directly
Explanation
Oregon's land use planning system is a state-local partnership: local governments (cities and counties) develop comprehensive plans, which must comply with state Statewide Planning Goals. LCDC adopts the goals and acknowledges local plans.
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