Land Use & Zoning
Under Oregon's statewide planning program, what is the purpose of the 'Exception Process' in land use planning?
ATo allow commercial development anywhere in the state
BTo permit development that does not comply with a Statewide Planning Goal when specific criteria are met✓ Correct
CTo expedite approvals in urban growth boundaries
DTo exempt agricultural land from all zoning requirements
Explanation
Oregon's Exception Process (OAR 660-004) allows local governments to take land out of resource protection goals (agricultural, forest, etc.) when they demonstrate specific findings showing why the goal cannot be achieved or is impractical for that particular area. It is a narrow pathway and requires DLCD review.
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