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HB 4108

Relating to annexation of land noncontiguous to a city.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Court Boice and 13 co-sponsors

Oregon bill allows cities to annex non-adjacent land parcels, expanding municipal boundaries beyond traditional contiguity requirements and affecting property governance, taxation, and service delivery patterns.

Chapter 112, (2026 Laws): Effective date January 1, 2027.
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Bill Summary · HB 4108

Legislative bill overview

HB 4108 modifies Oregon's annexation laws to permit cities to annex land that is not physically contiguous (directly adjacent) to their current boundaries. Previously, Oregon law generally required annexed territory to be adjacent to the annexing city. This bill expands cities' authority to absorb non-adjacent parcels under specified conditions.

Why is this important

Annexation directly affects property taxes, municipal services, zoning regulations, and local governance for affected landowners. Allowing non-contiguous annexation could enable cities to strategically grow their tax base and service areas, but may also allow municipalities to annex isolated properties against community preference or create fragmented service delivery areas that are expensive to maintain.

Potential points of contention

  • Urban sprawl concerns: Non-contiguous annexation could facilitate sprawling development patterns rather than compact, efficient city growth, potentially consuming agricultural or rural land
  • Property owner consent: The bill's language on whether affected property owners must consent or can be annexed involuntarily is critical; forced non-contiguous annexation raises fairness questions
  • Service delivery costs: Annexing isolated parcels may increase municipal costs for extending infrastructure (water, sewer, police, fire) across gaps, potentially raising taxes for existing residents

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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