Land Use & Zoning
What is Oregon's 'Measure 37' and how was it subsequently modified by 'Measure 49'?
AMeasure 37 protected farmland; Measure 49 expanded it to all rural land
BMeasure 37 allowed property owners to seek compensation for land use restrictions; Measure 49 narrowed the relief to limited residential development✓ Correct
CBoth measures expanded Oregon's Urban Growth Boundaries
DMeasure 37 created UGBs; Measure 49 abolished them
Explanation
Measure 37 (2004) allowed property owners to claim compensation or waivers from land use restrictions enacted after they acquired the property. It created significant land use uncertainty.
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