Community Development
Below is a list of proposed/adopted amendments to the McMinnville Comprehensive Plan (Goals & Policies) and Zoning Ordinance. These amendments require a public hearing before the McMinnville Planning Commission with final adoption by ordinance from the City Council.
The City of McMinnville is proposing to amend the Zoning Ordinance to (a) add provisions allowing existing single-family dwellings and duplexes as permitted uses in the C-3 zone, (b) establish a City Center Housing Overlay Zone and associated provisions, and (c) add provisions allowing temporary use of an RV as a residence during construction of a permanent dwelling(s) on the same lot.
Hans Van Dale is requesting approval of a variance to reduce the required front yard setback from 15 (fifteen) feet to 10 (ten) feet for the construction of a new front porch.
John Newberg is requesting approval of an administrative variance to reduce the rear yard setback by ten percent (20 feet to 18 feet) for a new garage that is proposed to be constructed on the subject site.
The keeping of certain animals in McMinnville is regulated, in part, by Section 8.10.130 of the McMinnville Municipal Code. Under certain circumstances, it is permitted to keep chickens, rabbits, horses, goats, and/or other livestock
Significant Resources are defined as resources of recognized importance to the City due to historical association or architectural integrity, uniqueness, or quality.
Below is a list of Downtown Design Review and/or Waiver applications. These applications are reviewed by the Planning Director or the Historic Landmarks Committee, depending on the appliation request.
