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HB 2647

Relating to urban growth boundaries.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Paul Evans and 2 co-sponsors

HB 2647 modifies Oregon's urban growth boundary rules, affecting housing development capacity and farmland protection starting January 1, 2026.

Chapter 341, (2025 Laws): Effective date January 1, 2026.
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Bill Summary · HB 2647

Legislative bill overview

HB 2647 modifies Oregon's urban growth boundary (UGB) regulations, which are legally drawn lines separating urban development areas from rural farmland and forests. The bill has been signed into law and will take effect January 1, 2026, becoming Chapter 341 of the 2025 Oregon Laws.

Why is this important

Urban growth boundaries are a cornerstone of Oregon's land use planning system established in 1973, directly affecting housing availability, property values, development costs, and preservation of agricultural land. Changes to UGB rules impact whether cities can expand, how much housing can be built, and what lands remain protected from urbanization—issues affecting both affordability and environmental conservation.

Potential points of contention

  • Housing supply vs. land preservation: Expanding UGBs may increase housing development but reduces agricultural/forest land; restricting them may protect land but limit housing availability and increase costs
  • Local vs. state control: Questions about whether local governments or state regulators should have primary authority over UGB decisions
  • Rural property impacts: Changes affect landowners on UGB boundaries differently—some may see property value increases while others may face development restrictions

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

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