Land Use & Zoning
The Oregon Land Conservation and Development Commission (LCDC) is responsible for:
AHearing appeals of local land use decisions
BAdopting and administering Oregon's statewide land use planning goals✓ Correct
CIssuing building permits for projects within urban growth boundaries
DManaging state-owned forest lands
Explanation
LCDC (Land Conservation and Development Commission) is the state body responsible for adopting Oregon's 19 Statewide Planning Goals and reviewing/acknowledging local comprehensive plans for compliance with state goals. LCDC is supported by the Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD). LUBA (Land Use Board of Appeals) — not LCDC — hears appeals of local land use decisions.
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