Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities Rulemaking Effort
October 18, 2021
The state is currently working on adoption of Oregon State Governor’ Brown's Executive Order 20-04 (signed 3/10/2020), which establishes science-based GHG emissions reduction Goals and calls for reducing its GHG emissions (1) at least 45 percent below 1990 levels by 2035; and (2) at least 80 percent below 1990 emissions levels by 2050.
These are the DCLD memos and summaries used to create the overview and Appendix.
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Pay close attention to this document,
and read the last 3 pages which are the comments received so far. |
Short Term Rentals
October 15, 2021
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During one of our past LUCNG meetings, we all agreed the topic of Short Term Rentals was one that seems to be affecting all the neighborhoods, with varying degrees of concern. We agreed the LUCNG needed to have a more in-depth conversation about what should be done, in order to coordinate efforts and messaging among the NA's.
The goal is to arrive at a few suggestions to take back to our NA's, and try to move those suggestions forward, whether through a joint letter from the NA's or through the NLA. This topic will be further discussed at a future LUCNG meeting. |
Past Topics
HB 2001 "Middle Housing"
HB 2001 Summaries “Enrolled House Bill 2001” link:
https://olis.leg.state.or.us/liz/2019R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2001/Enrolled The key statements are Section 2 (2)(a), Section 2 ( 2) (b) and Section 2 (5). “Adopted Division 46” link https://www.oregon.gov/lcd/UP/Documents/ADOPTED%2020201209-OAR%20660_046_FINAL%2020201210.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery The key section is 660-046-0235 which outlines the third path. HB 2001 Key Elements - summarizes much of HB 2001 topics (not for newsletters) “DLCD_MHMC_triplex-fourplex_Analysis Summary Memo_ECO_20200615” – This 13-page report is an analysis of the impact of parking on the feasibility of middle housing which was used to set the minimum parking rates in Division 46. Parking AnalysisHousehold Vehicle Ownership Summary
This table compares vehicle ownership trends for the US as a whole vs. Bend (Source: US Census Bureau, American Community (5-year estimates data profile) https://tinyurl.com/BendCarOwnership Right Size Parking - Every Community is Unique This document explains the concept of "right-size parking" and references various Bend studies. B.L.I.S.: Residential Units Approved 2016-2021 Shows approved applications for various housing types and STRs. Pros/Cons related to Off-street Parking Minimums How do various claims apply to Bend's demographics and past actions? Meeting Summaries, Presentations, Email Documentation
Overview for Land Use Chairs (02/25/2021)
Analysis and Conversation with Staff regarding 3 paths vs. 2 paths options: the point was that staff did not give the public the option for the 3rd path, which would have allowed us to use existing code rather than adoption of state standards. -November 16 meeting with staff This is a memo following up a virtual meeting between 3 committee members and 3 city staff -Path of compliance 3 paths vs staff 2 paths A copy of the state’s three page flow chart vs the city’s two path flow chart Ethan /September email This email is an explanation from the DLCD’s project manager for Division 46, on the basics of these new regulations |
In Support of HB 2001Are parking minimums a thing of the past?
https://walkerconsultants.com/blog/2019/02/13/are-parking-minimums-a-thing-of-the-past/ City moving to scrap minimum requirements for onsite parking, leaving the choice to owners (developers). https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/city-moving-to-scrap-minimum-requirements-for-on-site-parking-leaving-the-choice-to-owners Covington downtown parking concepts for zoning memo. https://www.covingtonwa.gov/cityofcovington/docs/downtownplan/Covington%20Town%20CenterParking%20Recommendations%20.pdf Will upzoning neighborhoods make homes more affordable? https://archive.curbed.com/2020/1/30/21115351/upzoning-definition-affordable-housing-gentrification Want to learn how HB 2001 will negatively impact Bend?A review of an upzoning experiment in Chicago. Shows higher density leads to higher prices, not more affordability.
https://48hills.org/2019/01/yimby-narrative-wrong/ Blanket upzoning-a blunt instrument-won't solve the affordable housing crisis. https://www.planningreport.com/2019/03/15/blanket-upzoning-blunt-instrument-wont-solve-affordable-housing-crisis Does upzoning boost housing supply and lower pricing? Maybe not. https://www.citylab.com/life/2019/01/zoning-reform-house-costs-urban-development-gentrification/581677/ LSE Researchers: Build Baby Build is no answer. http://livableportland.org/2019/10/18/lse-researchers-conclude-build-baby-build-is-no-answer/ The neighborhood is mostly black: the homebuyers are mostly white. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/04/27/upshot/diversity-housing-maps-raleigh-gentrification.html How housing will transfer from families to corporations. https://www.citylab.com/life/2019/10/single-family-house-rental-recession-homeowner-management/599371/ A planning report - Minneapolis' residential zoning risks unintended consequences. https://www.planningreport.com/2019/06/17/minneapolis-planning-commissions-alissa-luepke-pier Turns out Millennials love cars just like everybody else. https://www.marketwatch.com/story/turns-out-millennials-love-cars-just-like-everybody-else-2019-05-17?mod=opinion Greater density leads to warmer cities. https://www.nytimes.com/2019/07/09/climate/washington-dc-floods.html |
