City Codes, Policies, Ordinances, and Resolutions

The City of Bend operates within a framework including City Codes, Policies, Ordinances, Resolutions, in addition to other relevant regulations and guidelines.

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City Codes

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Policies that regulate planning, land use, site plans, and other development-related activities within Bend.

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Policies

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Administrative guidelines and procedures used by the City of Bend for governance.

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Ordinances

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Laws or regulations formally adopted by the Bend City Council.

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Resolutions

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Formal statements or decisions adopted by the Bend City Council, often to express intent or make declarations.

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Development Code and Sign Code Updates

The Bend Development Code evolves as the Bend City Council implements new policies to achieve community-driven goals, like easing housing construction barriers and promoting sustainable development. Additionally, state rule changes also influence these updates. As a result, the Development Code is continually revised to reflect shifts in the City’s land use policies and comply with evolving State and Federal regulations.

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Right of Way Code

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Tree Regulation Code

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Ordinance List and Disposition Table

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State of Oregon Planning Goals and Rules

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System Development Charge Ordinances

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