SB 1199
Allows counties with a population density of less than 10 people per square mile to rezone up to 50 acres to be divided and developed for residential dwellings of at least five units per acre.
| Status | In Senate Committee (SHDEV) |
| Sponsors | Todd Nash (Republican) (Chief), Bobby Levy (Republican) (Chief) |
| Fiscal impact | May have fiscal impact, but no statement yet issued |
| Revenue impact | May have revenue impact, but no statement yet issued |
Bill Text
Allows rural counties to rezone up to 50 acres for residential development of at least five units per acre with infrastructure support.
Overview#
Digest: This Act allows rural counties to rezone up to 50 acres for dense housing and provides grants for services. (Flesch Readability Score: 62.8). Allows counties with a population density of less than 10 people per square mile to rezone up to 50 acres to be divided and developed for residential dwellings of at least five units per acre. Requires the Oregon Business Development Department to provide grants to counties for infrastructure supporting these lands. Sunsets January 2, 2034.
Legislative History
| Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-24 | S | Introduction and first reading. Referred to President's desk. |
| 2025-03-24 | S | Referred to Housing and Development. |
| 2025-06-27 | S | In committee upon adjournment. |