Department of Land Conservation and Development 
635 Capitol Street, Suite 150 
Salem, OR 9730 1-2540 
(503) 373-0050 
Fax (503) 378-5518 
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NOTICE OF ADOPTED AMENDMENT 
05/24/2011 
TO: Subscribers to Notice of Adopted Plan 
or Land Use Regulation Amendments 
FROM: Plan Amendment Program Specialist 
SUBJECT: City of Detroit Plan Amendment 
DLCD File Number 001-11 
The Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) received the attached notice of adoption. 
A Copy of the adopted plan amendment is available for review at the DLCD office in Salem and the local 
government office. 
Appeal Procedures* 
DLCD ACKNOWLEDGMENT or DEADLINE TO APPEAL: Tuesday, June 07, 2011 
This amendment was submitted to DLCD for review prior to adoption with less than the required 45-day 
notice. Pursuant to ORS 197.830(2)(b) only persons who participated in the local government proceedings 
leading to adoption of the amendment are eligible to appeal this decision to the Land Use Board of 
Appeals (LUBA). 
If you wish to appeal, you must file a notice of intent to appeal with the Land Use Board of Appeals 
(LUBA) no later than 21 days from the date the decision was mailed to you by the local government. If 
you have questions, check with the local government to determine the appeal deadline. Copies of the 
notice of intent to appeal must be served upon the local government and others who received written notice 
of the final decision from the local government. The notice of intent to appeal must be served and filed in 
the form and manner prescribed by LUBA, (OAR Chapter 661, Division 10). Please call LUBA at 
503-373-1265, if you have questions about appeal procedures. 
*NOTE: The Acknowledgment or Appeal Deadline is based upon the date the decision was mailed by local 
government. A decision may have been mailed to you on a different date than it was mailed to 
DLCD. As a result, your appeal deadline may be earlier than the above date specified. NO LUBA 
Notification to the jurisdiction of an appeal by the deadline, this Plan Amendment is acknowledged. 
Cc: Marjorie Mattson, City of Detroit 
Gloria Gardiner, DLCD Urban Planning Specialist 
Steve Oulman, DLCD Regional Representative 
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12 DLCD 
Notice of Adoption 
L J in person Q e l e d m r i i c [ J mailed 
Ü E P T O F 
MAY 2011 
This F o r m 2 must be mailed to D L C D within 5 -Work ing Days after the Final 
Ordinance is signed by the publ ic Off ic ia l Des igna ted by the jur i sd ic t ion 
and all o ther r equ i rements o f O R S 197.615 and O A R 6 6 0 - 0 1 8 - 0 0 0 ¡ o i t t r p u in%!> 
Jurisdiction: City of Detroit Local file number: DCTA 2011-01 
Date of Adoption: 5/12/2011 Date Mailed: 5/17/2011 
Was a Notice of Proposed Amendment (Form 1) mailed to DLCD? [X] Yes • No Date: 2/23/2011 
• Comprehensive Plan Text Amendment G Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment 
[XJ Land Use Regulation Amendment G Zoning Map Amendment 
G New Land Use Regulation Other: inclusion of 2 comp plan maps 
Summarize the adopted amendment. Do not use technical terms. Do not write "See Attached". 
The amendments revise regulations applicable to the temp, placement & use of recreational vehicles & tent 
camping on individual properties, reduce min. lot size for single-family (SF) dwellings f rom the current 12,000 
to 10,000 square feet, require a min. living space for site built SF dwellings as 700 square feet, reduce the max. 
lot coverage for SF dwellings on commercial zoned property from 70% to 60%, & provide consistency in the 
code indicating a "significant tree" as 8 inches in diameter. 
Does the Adoption differ from proposal? Yes, Please explain below: 
Additional changes include adding requirements for property pins to be visible at the time of building permit, 
allowing variances for access permits, and inclusion of the 2009 Comprehensive Plan and Zone District and the 
2008 Slope Maps (previously adopted in the City's TSP) to within the Comp. Plan. 
Plan Map Changed from: 3.63 for SF to: 4.3 for SF 
Zone Map Changed from: to: 
Location: Acres Involved: 
Specify Density: Previous: New: 
Applicable statewide planning goals: 
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 
Was an Exception Adopted? G YES [X] NO 
Did DLCD receive a Notice of Proposed Amendment... 
45-days prior to first evidentiary hearing? G Yes No 
DLCD File No. 001-11 (18731) [16647] 
If no, do the statewide planning goals apply? 
If no, did Emergency Circumstances require immediate adoption? 
• Yes • Nb 
E3 Yes • No 
DLCD file No. 
Please list all affected State or Federal Agencies, Local Governments or Special Districts: 
DLCD, Parks and Recreation, Building Code Division 
Address: 105 High Street SE 
City: Salem 
Local Contact: Marjorie Mattson, M W V C O G Phone: (503) 588-6177 Extension: 
Fax Number: 503-588-6094 
Zip: 97301- E-mail Address: mmattson@mwvcog.org 
ADOPTION SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS 
This Form 2 must be received by DLCD no later than 5 working days after the ordinance has been signed by 
the public official designated by the jurisdiction to sign the approved ordinance(s) 
per ORS 197.615 and OAR Chapter 660. Division 18 
1. This Form 2 must be submitted by local jurisdictions only (not by applicant). 
2. When submitting the adopted amendment, please print a completed copy of Form 2 on light green 
paper if available. 
3. Send this Form 2 and one complete paper copy (documents and maps) of the adopted amendment to the 
address below. 
4. Submittal of this Notice of Adoption must include the final signed ordinance(s), all supporting finding(s), 
exhibit(s) and any other supplementary information (ORS 197.615 ). 
5. Deadline to appeals to LUBA is calculated twenty-one (21) days from the receipt (postmark date) by DLCD 
of the adoption (ORS 197.830 to 197.845 ). 
6. In addition to sending the Form 2 - Notice of Adoption to DLCD, please also remember to notify persons who 
participated in the local hearing and requested notice of the final decision. (ORS 197.615 ). 
7. Submit one complete paper copy via United States Postal Service, Common Carrier or Hand 
Carried to the DLCD Salem Office and stamped with the incoming date stamp. 
8. Please mail the adopted amendment packet to: 
9. Need More Copies? Please print forms on 8'A -1/2x11 green paper only if available. If you have any 
questions or would like assistance, please contact your DLCD regional representative or contact the DLCD 
Salem Office at (503) 373-0050 x238 or e-mail plan.amendments@state.or.us. 
ATTENTION: PLAN AMENDMENT SPECIALIST 
DEPARTMENT OF LAND CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT 
635 CAPITOL STREET NE, SUITE 150 
SALEM, OREGON 97301-2540 
Mailing list for Public Hearing Continuance 
Michael Layman 
PO Box 730 
Detroit, OR 97342 
James Weigel 
5189 Quince St. 
Salem, OR 97305 
Margaret Scott 
PO Box 630 
Detroit, OR 97342 
Gene & Joyce Smith 
PO Box 462 
Detroit, OR 97342 
Rick Ladbury 
PO Box 534 
Detroit, OR 97342 
Dave & Becky Ferguson 
PO Box 448 
Detroit, OR 97342 
Bob Franz 
3422 NE Ainsworth St. 
Portland, OR 97211-7324 
John White 
26735 Regia Dr. 
Sheridan, OR 97378-9774 
Maryann Hills 
PO Box 524 
Detroit, OR 97342 
ORDINANCE MO. 223 
AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF DETROIT DEVELOPMENT CODE AND 
INCLUDING THE ADDITION OF TWO MAPS TO THE CITY OF DETROIT COMPREHENSIVE PLAN 
WHEREAS, the City of Detroit determined the need to amend the text of the Detroit Development Code to revise 
regulations applicable to the temporary placement and use of recreational vehicles on individual properties, reduce 
minimum lot size for single-family dwellings from the current 12,000 to 10,000 square feet, require a minimum 
living space for site built single-family dwellings as 700 square feet, reduce the maximum lot coverage for single-
family dwellings located on commercially zoned property from 70 to 60 percent, require identifying property 
markers for building permits, allow filing for specified variance for property access, and provide consistency in the 
code indicating a "significant tree" as eight (8) inches in diameter; and to add the Comprehensive Plan Map and 
Zoning Map and provide a slope map to the Comprehensive Plan (that were previously adopted as part of the 
Transportation System Plan in 2009); and 
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider the requests on March 22 & March 
29, 2011, at which time the public was given full opportunity to be present and heard on the matter; and 
WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City Council 
approve the new and revised documents at the public hearing; and 
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing to consider the requests on March 22 & March 29, 2011, 
at which time the public was given full opportunity to be present and heard on the matter; and 
WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing on March 29, 2011, the City Council voted to approve the requests 
subject to any revisions stated at the public hearing; and 
WHEREAS, proper notice of the said public hearings was given to the public pursuant to applicable state statutes; 
and 
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Detroit hereby adopts the findings of fact set forth in the staff report 
dated March 14, 2011, for the March 22 & March 29, 2011, Council meetings; 
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY OF DETROIT ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS; 
Section 1. The amendments to the City of Detroit Development Code; as provided in Attachment A (attached) 
and 
Section 2. The City Council for the City of Detroit completed its first reading on April 12, 2011; and completed the 
2nd reading on May 10, 2011, the City of Detroit notes that this Ordinance takes effect within thirty (30) days, and 
therefore, this Ordinance shall be in full force and effect May 12, 2011. 
First Reading; April 12,2011 Second Reading: May 10, 2011 
PASSED and adopted by the City Council of the City of Detroit on this 10th day of May, 2011, by the 
following votes and providing an effective date of May 12, 2011. 
Ayes Nays AbsentjQ^ 
ORD 223 DCTA 2011-01 Code text CP map.docl 1, Development Code Text Amendments and Comp Plan Map Amendment (DCTA 2011-01, CPMA 
2011-01) 
Signed: 
Christine Pavoni, City Recorder 
ATTACHMENT A -Amendments/City of Detroit Development Code - 2011 
ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
Chapter 1.2 - General Administration 
Sections: 
1.2.1 Purpose 
1.2.2 Severability 
1.2.3 Compliance and Scope 
1.2.4 Consistency with Plan and Laws 
1.2.5 Use of a Development 
1.2.6 Pre-Existing Approvals 
1.2.7 Building Permit and Certificate of Occupancy 
1.2.8 Official Action 
1.2.9 Conflicting Ordinances 
1.2.10 Repealing Conflicting Ordinances 
REQUIRING PROPERTY M A R K E R S (SURVEY PINS) TO BE VISIBLE A T TIME OF 
BUILDING PERMIT 
1.2.7 Building Permit and Certificate of Occupancy 
A. Building permit. The City shall not issue a building permit untili 
(1) the City has issued a development permit in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4 -
Administration of Land Use and Development Review, or otherwise found that a development permit is 
not required?, and 
f2Vthe property owner provides for property survey stakes to he visible for use durinp building 
and site work inspections for new construction or remodeling that changes the "footprint" of the 
structure, 
B. Certificate of occupancy required. To ensure completion of a development or use in the manner 
approved, a development shall not be occupied and a use shall not begin until the Building Official has 
issued a certificate of occupancy following completion of the work in substantial conformance to the 
applicable land use and building permits. 
C. Prior to final completion. Before the completion of all work, the Building Official may issue a certificate 
of occupancy for a portion of the structure conditioned upon completion of further work by a date certain. 
Chapter 2.1 - Residential Single Family (RS) Zone 
Sections: 
2.1.1 Purpose 
2.1.2 Permitted Uses 
2.1.3 Transitional Uses 
2.1.4 Conditional Uses 
2.1.5 Dimensional Standards 
2.1.6 Development Standards 
2.1.7 Special Standards for Certain Uses 
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ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
MINIMUM L O T SIZE FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS 
2.1.1 Purpose 
To provide for single-family dwellings and their accessory uses and to permit with conditional use 
approval certain other uses that are necessary or compatible to single-family residential living. 
The Single-Family Residential (RS) Zone is intended to preserve existing single-family residential areas and 
provide for future single-family residential housing opportunities. The RS Zone is consistent with the Single 
Family Residential Comprehensive Plan designation. 
2.1.5 Dimensional Standards 
A. Minimum Lot Area 
1. Single Family dwellings: 10.000 square feet 
2. Public utility structures: Lot area shall be adequate to contain all proposed structures within the 
required yard setbacks. 
Chapter 2.2 - Residential Multi-family (RM) Zone 
Sections: 
2.2.1 Purpose 
2.2.2 Permitted Uses 
2.2.3 Conditional Uses 
2.2.4 Dimensional Standards 
2.2.5 Development Standards 
MINIMUM L O T SIZE F O R SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS 
2.2.1 Purpose 
To provide for multiple family dwellings and other residentially oriented uses within and adjacent to 
single-family residential areas. It is the intent of the RM zone to act as a buffer between commercial and 
industrial uses and single-family residential development. 
2.2.4 Dimensional Standards 
A. Minimum Lot Area 
1. Single Family dwellings: 
2. Duplex: 
3. Multi-family dwelling, 3 unit 
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12,000 10.000 square feet 
14,000 square feet 
145,000 square feet 
plus 3,000 square feet per unit in excess 3 units 
ATTACHMENT A -Amendments/City of Detroit Development Code - 2011 
ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
4. Public utility structures: Lot area shall be adequate to contain all proposed structures within the 
required yard setbacks 
Chapter 2.1 - Residential Single Family (RS) Zone 
Sections: 
2.1.1 Purpose 
2.1.2 Permitted Uses 
2.1.3 Transitional Uses 
2.1.4 Conditional Uses 
2.1.5 Dimensional Standards 
2.1.6 Development Standards 
2.1.7 Special Standards for Certain Uses 
MINIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS 
R-l Zone District 
2.1.1 Purpose 
To provide for single-family dwellings and their accessory uses and to permit with conditional use 
approval certain other uses that are necessary or compatible to single-family residential living. 
The Single-Family Residential (RS) Zone is intended to preserve existing single-family residential areas and 
provide for future single-family residential housing opportunities. The RS Zone is consistent with the Single 
Family Residential Comprehensive Plan designation. 
2.1.2 Permitted Uses 
Within the RS zone, no building, structure or premise shall be used, arranged or designed to be used, 
erected, structurally altered, or enlarged except for the following uses and activities: 
A. Single-family dwellings including manufactured homes complying with the definitional requirements 
in Chapter 1.3 and 2.1.7 Section A. Single-family dwellings shall not have less than 700 square 
feet of living spac£ on newly developed properties, "Newly developed" simll be determined as 
not having a single-family structure or manufactured home on Xli^ properly six 010nths prioc.. "to. 
date of filing a building permit application. 
2.1.7 Special Standards for Certain Uses 
This section supplements the standards contained in Sections 2.1.1 through 2.1.6. It provides standards for 
the following land uses in order to control the scale and compatibility of those uses within the RS Zone: 
A. Manufactured homes on individual lots. Manufactured homes are permitted on individual lots, subject 
to all of the following design standards, consistent with ORS 197.307(5). Exception: The following 
standards do not apply to units that existed within the City before the effective date of this Code. 
1. Floor Plan. The manufactured home shall be multi-sectional and have an enclosed floor area of not 
less than 700 square feet; 
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ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
Chapter 2.2 - Residential Multi-Family (RM) Zone 
Sections: 
2.2.1 Purpose 
2.2.2 Permitted Uses 
2.2.3 Conditional Uses 
2.2.4 Dimensional Standards 
2.2.5 Development Standards 
MINIMUM SQUARE FOOTAGE FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS 
2.2.1 Purpose 
To provide for multiple family dwellings and other residentially oriented uses within and adjacent to 
single-family residential areas. It is the intent of the RM zone to act as a buffer between commercial and 
industrial uses and single-family residential development. 
2.2.2 Permitted Uses 
Within the RM zone, no building, structure or premise shall be used, arranged or designed to be used, 
erected, structurally altered, or enlarged except for the following uses and activities: 
A. Dwellings, including single-family dwellings, manufactured homes complying with the definitional 
requirements in Chapter 1.3 and 2.1.7 Section A.s duplexes and multifamily dwellings, detached or 
attached. Single-family dwellings shall not have less than 700 square feet of living space. 
Chapter 2.3 - Commercial General (CG) Zone 
Sections: 
2.3.1 Purpose 
2.3.2 Permitted Uses 
2.3.3 Conditional Uses 
2.3.4 Limitations on Use 
2.3.5 Dimensional Standards 
2.3.6 Development Standards 
2.3.7 Detroit Avenue Corridor Design Standards 
LOT COVERAGE FOR SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS WITHIN COMMERCIAL DISTRICT 
Commercial Zone District 
2.3.1 Purpose 
To provide areas for a wide range of retail, wholesale, transportation and service uses. To assure 
compatibility between these uses and adjacent residential and industrial uses, special standards are specified. 
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2.3.2 Permitted Uses 
The following uses are permitted in the General Commercial (CG) Zone, subject to a Site Design Review 
in accordance with Chapter 4.2. 
N. Dwelling units accessory to a permitted use or above a permitted use in accordance with Multi-
Family Residential (RM) development standards. 
2.3.6 Development Standards 
B. Lot Coverage and Landscaping 
1. Commercial Uses in the Commercial General Zone may use the entire parcel unless a portion of 
the parcel is devoted to landscaping. For residential uses other than dwelling units accessory to 
permitted uses in the Commercial General Zone, the maximum lot coverage, including the main 
building and any accessory structures, shall be M percent. 
Chapter 1.0 - Introduction 
TREE DIAMETER 
1.3.2 Definitions 
The following words and phrases, when used in this Code, shall have the meanings set forth in this Chapter, 
except in those instances where the context clearly indicates a different meaning. Definitions marked with a 
# are further illustrated in Appendix A. 
Significant Tree: Any living, standing, woody plant, having a trunk eight inches or more in diameter or 
25 inches in circumference, measured at a point four (4) feet above grade at the base of the trunk. 
Chapter 3.2 - Landscaping, Street Trees, Fences ai id Walls 
Sections: 
3.2.1 Purpose 
3.2.2 Landscape Conservation 
3.2.3 New Landscaping 
3.2.4 Street Trees 
3.2.5 Fences and Walls 
TREE DIAMETER 
3.2.1 Purpose 
This chapter is organized into the following sections: 
Section 3.2.2 - Landscape Conservation prevents the indiscriminate removal of significant trees and other 
vegetation, including vegetation associated with streams, wetlands and other protect natural resource areas. 
This section cross-references Chapter 3.7, which regulates development of sensitive lands. 
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ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
3.2.2 Landscape Conservation 
A. Applicability. All development sites containing Significant Vegetation, as defined below, shall comply 
with the standards of this Section. The purpose of this Section is to incorporate significant native 
vegetation into the landscapes of development and protect vegetation that is subject to requirements for 
Sensitive Lands (Chapter 3.7). The use of mature, native vegetation within developments is a preferred 
alternative to removal of vegetation and re-planting. Mature landscaping provides summer shade and 
wind breaks, and allows for water conservation due to larger plants having established root systems. 
B. Significant Vegetation. "Significant vegetation" means: 
1. Significant Trees and Shrubs. Individual trees and shrubs with a trunk diameter of four M) eight (8) 
inches or gi^ HteF more or 25 inches in circumference, as measured four (4) feet above the ground 
(DBH), and all plants within the drip line of such trees and shrubs, shall be protected. Other trees 
may be deemed significant, when nominated by the property owner and designated by the City as 
"Heritage Trees" (i.e., by virtue of site, rarity, historical significance, etc.) 
2. Sensitive Lands. Trees and shrubs on sites that have been designated "Sensitive Lands", in 
accordance with Chapter 3.7 (e.g., due to slope, natural resource areas, wildlife habitat, etc.) shall be 
protected. 
3. Exception. Protection shall not be required for plants listed as non-native, invasive plants by the 
Oregon State University Extension Service in the applicable OSU bulletins for Marion County. 
C. Mapping and Protection Required. Significant vegetation shall be mapped as required by Chapter 4.2 
- Site Design Review and Chapter 3.7 - Sensitive Lands. Significant trees shall be mapped individually 
and identified by species and size (diameter ^ four (1) of eight (8) inches or greater more or 25 inches 
in circumference-, as measured four (4) feet above grade, or "DBH"). A "protection" area shall be 
defined around the edge of all branches (drip-line) of each tree (drip lines may overlap between trees). 
The City also may require an inventoiy, survey, or assessment prepared by a qualified professional when 
necessary to determine vegetation boundaries, building setbacks, and other protection or mitigation 
requirements. 
Chapter 1.0 - Introduction 
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 
1.3.2 Definitions 
Recreational Vehicle iRV) - A vehicular-type structure without permanent foundation that can be 
towed, hauled, or driven and primarily designed as a temporaiy living accommodation for recreational, 
camping, and travel use and including, but not limited to travel trailers, truck campers, watcrcraft^ and 
self-propelled motor homes. 
For the purpose of recreational vehicles self-contained is defined as a complete and independent 
unit with such built-in equipment as kitchen units or fixtures and toilet rooms. 
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ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
Chapter 3.6 - Other Standards 
Sections: 
3.6.1 Density Transfer 
3.6.2 Signs 
3.6.3 Recreational Vehicles 
3.6.4 Open Camping 
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND OPEN CAMPING 
3.6.3 RECREATION AT, VEHICLES iRVt 
A. Recreational Vehicles fRV> on Developed Single Family Zoned Land - RV mav be parked for 
human occupancy on the property under the following conditions; 
OWNER/LESSEE OCCUPIED 
1. From April 1st through Octoher 31st. two (2) RVs mav he parked on the property. 
a. RV must he the property of the owner or full time lessee of the property or have 
permission of the owner or full time lessee 
2. From November 1st through March 31st. two RVs mav be narked on the property up to 
the maximum of 30 d a m 
a. RV must he the property of the owner or full time lessee of the property or have 
permission of the owner or full time lesage, 
3. RV must be parked at least five (5) feet from the front, side, and rear property lines and ten 
¿lift feet from a structure when unit is fully extended, Note: Parking of RVs shall also 
comply with requirements for clear vision areas. 
4. RV mav be connected to the owner or lessee power with a Marion County Public Works 
Department. Building Inspection Program approved RV connection box ONLY. 
Connections using extension cords are NOT allowed. 
5. RV mav be self-contained: however, black and grev water holding tanks shall he emptied 
Qjlv at an authorized RV dump station. 
6. Recreational Vehicle shall not be connected to the septic/sewer without proof of a Septic 
Authorization Notice from Marion County Public Works Department. Discharge of "grey 
5Y3ter" and/or toilet facilities directly onto the ground is prohibited. 
ADDITIONAL UNITS 
7. Anv additional RV narking requires a permit issued bv the City Recorder with approval of 
two (2) Citv Councilors when meeting the following. 
a. Permit is subject to a fee established by Resolution of the Detroit City Council. 
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b. Permit applies to property owner/lessee requesting the permit and it is not transferable 
c. Adequate on-site parking shall he provided for additional vehicles allowing for setback 
from side and rear property lines and between vehicles a minimum of three feet in 
width. No parking is permitted within a front yard setback unless located within an 
B. Recreational Vehicle parking on Developed Multi-family (RM) Zoned Property - An RV may 
be parked for human occupancy on developed multi-familv zoned unit of land under the 
following conditions; 
1. If there is only one single-family dwelling on the multifamilv zoned property. Section A 
(Numbers 1 through 6), Developed Single Family ZonedLantL regulations shall apply, 
2. If there is more than one single-family residence on the property, property owner mav allow 
one (1) RV per dwelling unit for a resident-owner's or renter's personal use, however, more 
than one ri)RV,on the property requires City approval under the following conditions; 
a- RV must be parked at least five (5) feet from the front, side, and rear property lines, 
Each RV must be located a minimum of 10 feet from any other Structure when unit is 
fully extended, (Note; Parking of RVs shall also comply with requirements for clear 
yi&imi areas.) 
b. RV may be connected to the owner or lessee power with a Marion County Public Works 
Department, Building Inspection ProgramT approved RV connection box ONLY. 
Connections using extension cords are NOT allowed^ 
c. RV may be self-contained; however, black and grev water holding tanks shall be 
emptieiLonly at an authorized RV dump station. 
d. Adequate on- site parking shall be provided for additional vehicles allowing for setback 
from side and rear property lines and between vehicles a minimum of three (3^ feet in 
width. No parking is permitted within a front yard setback unless located within an 
approved driveway. 
C. Recreational Vehicle on Commercial General (CG) zoned unit of land that contains one single 
family_dwelling shall conform to the conditions in Section A (Letters 1 through 6), Developed 
Residential Single Family Zoned Lan<L 
D. Recreational Vehicle on Commercial General (CG) zoned land that contains multi-family 
dwellings shall conform to the conditions in Section B, Developed Multi-familv Zoned Land« 
E. Recreational Vehicle parking on Developed Commercial General Zoned Property (CG) that 
contains an active business within a building structure is allowed if RV is parked for human 
occupancy on the property upon meeting all of the following conditions* 
1. Qne (1) RV may be parked for human occupancy on the property up to the maximum of 14 
consecutive davs in a 30 day period, 
a. RYmust be the property of the owner or full-time lessee of the property. 
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b. RV must be parked at least five fffl feet from the front. sideT and rear property lines and 
ten H(Vt feet from a structure when unit is fullv extended. Note; Parking of RVs shall 
also comply with requirements for clear vision areas. 
c. RV mav be connected to the owner or lessee power with a Marion County Public Works 
Department, Building Inspection ProgramT approved RV connection box ONLY. 
Connections using extension cords are NOT allowed. 
d. RV mav be self-contained; however, black and grev water holding tanks shall he 
emptied only at an authorized RV dump station, 
e. Adequate on-site parking shall be provided for additional vehicles allowing for setback 
from side and rear property lines and between vehicles a minimum of three feet in 
width. No parking is permitted within a front yard setback unless located within a 
driveway. 
F. Recreational Vehicles on Undeveloped Residential fRS) & Multi-familv iRM) Zoned Property -
Two (1\ RVs mav he parked for human occupancy on undeveloped Single Family or Multi-
familv zoned unit of land upon meeting all of the following conditions! 
1. The property shall have City-approved access driveway. Adequate on-site parking shall he 
provided for additional vehicles allowing for setback from side and rear property lines and 
between vehicles a minimum of three feet in wid th. No narking is permitted within a 
front yard setback unless located within a driveway. 
2. The property shall have a Citv-approved and installed water meter and a water line, going 
from the meter to a hose bib on the property. During use of the property, the water must be 
turned on and a hose must be available for fire dousing in the fire pits and for fire 
protection. 
3. The RV mav he hooked UP to electrical power with a Marion County Public Works 
Department. Building Inspection Program, approved RV connection box. Connections 
using extension cords are not allowed, 
4. The RV shall either be self-contained or toilet facilities shall be provided. Property owner 
must obtain approval for a porta-potty from the Citv, or provide proof of an acceptable 
sanitation system approved hv the Citv. For self contained units, black and grev water 
holding tanks shall be emptied only at an authorized RV dump station. 
5. From April 1st through October 31st. the property mav he used bv the property owner for 
placement of two (2} RVs. 
6. From November 1st through March 31st, two (2) RVs may be parked for human occupancy 
OA the property for property owner's personal use up to the maximum of a 30 davs. 
7. If residency in RV exceeds two (2) weeks, the owner of the RV/propertv must subscribe 
mth the municipality's contract sanitary disposal company for garbage collection. 
8. Rental or leasing land or space for one m RV is allowed based upon the established time 
period indicated in Section 3.6.3.. Letter F.. Numbers 5 and 6. iNote: A residency 30 davs 
fluless is subject to Ordinance 214. Transient Occupancy Tax.^ 
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ORDINANCE NO. fl^?, 
9. The property shall have adequate space for on-site vehicle parking. The RV shall be 
parked at least five (5) feet from the front, side, and rear property lines and at least ten (10) 
feet from a structure when unit is fullv extended. Note: Parking of RVs shall also comply 
with requirements for clear visions areas, 
10. Additional RV parking for human occupancy requires a permit issued hv the citv Recorder 
Wth approval of two Citv Councilors when meeting the following: 
a. Permit is subject to a fee established hv Resolution of to the Detroit Citv Council. 
b. Permit applies to property owner/lessee requesting the permit and it is not transferable 
with the property, 
G. Recreational Vehicles on Undeveloped Commercial Zoned Land, 
1. Parking RV's on undeveloped commercially zoned property for human occupancy is 
prohibited, 
H. Recreational Vehicles (RV) Storage. 
1. Storage of two (2)Recreational Vehicles (RV) on Developed Single Family. Multi-Familv or 
Commercial General zoned property that contains a single-familv dwelling is permitted 
based upon the RVs being parked a minimum of ten HO) feet from the front, and five (5) 
feet from the side and rear property lines. Note: Parking of RVs shall also comply with 
requirements for clear vision areas* 
2. RV/hoat storage on Undeveloped Single Family and Multi-Familv zoned property is 
proh ibited unless the RV/boat is the personal property of the property owner up to a 
maximum of two (2) in number. 
3. RV storage mav be allowed on Developed Commercial zoned property with an existing 
commercial use as an accessory use if; 
a. Citv Council approves the RV storage, 
b. The property owner of the storage area has a business license from the City to operate 
the existing (principal use) business, 
c. The storage is accessory to the primary use on the property and the storage is only for 
RVs, boats, and boat/watercraft trailers, and 
d. The property is not located in the Detroit Avenue Business Corridor (properties 
abutting Detroit Avenue and zoned Commercial General (CG)). 
4. RV/Boat storage on Undeveloped Commercially zoned property is prohibited unlessi 
a. Property owner completes and receives approval of a land-use application based upon 
the required application type- procedure, and process applicable to RV/boat storage 
pursuant to Detroit Development Code. Chapter 2.3—Commercial General Zone 
Requirements, and 
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ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
b. Property jjwner applies for and is grantei d. a business license from -the City to operate a 
designated RV storage facility. on the property. 
T. Other 
8. RV/boat storage or overnight use of RV on City streets and City right-of-ways is prohibited. 
9. Owners of Vacation Rental properties are responsible for compliance bv their 
renters/tenants of these regulations, (Vacation rentals_are as defined within the Transient 
Tax Ordinance and may include the following as examples; tourist home or house, bed & 
breakfast, lodging house, rooming house, and apartment house, public or private 
dormitory, and space in mobile home or trailer parks.) 
10. Any RV parking conditions not specifically addressed requires a permit issued bv the Citv 
Recorder with approval of two (2) City Councilors when meeting the following* 
a. PermiLis .subject to a fee established by Resolution of the Detroit City Council. 
b. EgrmitJiBplies to property owner/lessee requesting the permit and it is not transferable 
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ATTACHMENT A -Amendments/City of Detroit Development Code - 2011 
ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
3.63.Rccrcational Vehicles 
A. Recreational vehicles parked on developed Single FamtfyyMttki Famt-ly-or-Commercial General 
zoned land, shall conform to the following regulations: 
1. Recreational vehicle must be parked on a gravclcd-ar paved driveway, aide yard or back yard. 
2. Recreational vehicle must be property of temporary visitors or the owner/renter of the developed 
property. 
1. Recreational vehicle shall not be connc 
5. Developed Property may be us t^ fof-yeskkwtial recreational vehicle use from May lot through 
September 3 0th, and a total of 14-out-of-40^onsecutive days during the rest of the year. 
single family dwellings. 
zoned Commercial General (CG) that contain 
D. Recreational vehicles parked on undeveloped Single Family, Multifamily zoned land, shall 
conform to the following regulations; 
1. Recreational Vehicle must be self contained. 
—Recreational Vehicle must not be connected to septic/sewer. 
3. Undeveloped Property may be used for residential recreational vehicle use from May l^^hrough 
September 30Vand a total of fourteen (11) out of thirty (30) c o n c i a ivo dayo during the rest of 
the year. 
1. If residency in a recreational vehicle exceeds two (2) weeks, the recreational vehicle occupant 
must subscribe- with^-he^^^ipatit)'^ contracted sanitary disposa^#€*mpany-fc>» garbage 
collection. 
C. Residential, rcorcatkmaFvohielc use or storage of a recreational vehicle on undeveloped property 
zoned Commercia! GctK-ral=(CG) or Industrial Commercial (IC) is prohibited oxeeptHmr^eefeatìeaal 
vehicle (RV) park-iar a-commercial storage area/lot. 
D. Recreational vehicle s t rage or overnight use is prohibited on City streets and right-of-wayv 
E. Recreational velMete^toragc in Single Family or Multi Family Zones must-be on a graveled or paved 
driveway, side yatd, ot hacJ^yafér 
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ATTACHMENT A -Amendments/City of Detroit Development Code - 2011 
ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
Chapter 5.1 - Variances 
Sections: 
5.1.1 Purpose 
5.1.2 Minor Variance 
5.1.3 Major Variance 
5.1.4 Variance Application and Appeals 
5.1.5 Expiration of Approval - Standards for Extension of Time 
5.1.6 Transfer of Variance 
5.1.1 Purpose 
Flexibility, adaptability, and reasonableness in the application and administration of development 
standards is necessary where special conditions exist. For lands, or uses with unique characteristics, the 
intent and purpose of the development standard may be maintained while allowing adjustments to 
requirements. No variance shall be approved which permits the establishment of a use, or activity not 
identified in a zone. 
Because some variances are granted using "clear and objective standards," they can be granted by means of a 
Type I procedure. Other variances, as identified below, require a Type II or Type III procedure because they 
involve discretionary decision-making. 
ALLOWING VARIANCES FOR THE PURPOSE Ol PROPERTY ACCESS 
5.1.2 Class A Variance 
A. Class A Variances. The following variances are reviewed using a Type I procedure, as governed by 
Chapter 4.1, using the approval criteria in Subsection B, below: 
1. Front yard setbacks. Up to a ten (10) percent change to the front yard setback standard in the land 
use zone. 
2. Interior setbacks. Up to a ten (10) percent reduction of the dimensional standards for the side and 
rear yard setbacks required in the base land use zone. 
3. Lot coverage. Up to ten (10) percent increase of the maximum lot coverage required in the base 
zone. 
4. Landscape area. Up to ten (10) percent reduction in landscape area (overall area or interior parking 
lot landscape area). 
5. Access. 
Temporary access for RV parking during the time period of May 1st through September 
30th based upon a Citv approved location* 
1h. Access for turn-around driveway based upon a maximum driveway and approach 
width of 10th feet. 
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ORDINANCE NO. ¿3.5.3 
£j_ Access to a second subdivided parcel or lot under the same ownership for for such 
parcels or lots combined based upon Citv approval of a lot consolidation or lot line 
adjustment application.) 
B. Class A Variance Approval Criteria. A Class A Variance shall be granted if the applicant 
demonstrates compliance with all of the following criteria: 
1. The variance requested is required due to the lot configuration, or other cond itions of the site; 
2. The variance does not result in the removal of trees, or it is proposed in order to preserve trees, if 
trees are present in the development area; 
3. The variance will not result in violation(s) of Chapter 3, or other design standards. 
5.1.3 Variance Application and Appeals 
The variance application shall conform to the requirements for Type I, II, or III applications (Chapter 4.1.3, 
4.1.4, 4.1.5), as applicable. In addition, the applicant shall provide a narrative or letter explaining the reason 
for their request, alternatives considered, and why the subject standard cannot be met without the variance. 
Appeals to variance decisions shall be processed in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 4.1. 
5.1.6 Expiration of Approval—Standards for Extension of Time 
A. Variance approval shall be effective for a period of one (1) year from the date of approval. If the 
variance request has not been implemented within the one (1) year period, the approval shall expire. 
B. Variance approval shall be voided immediately if the use established on site does not substantially 
conform to the approval granted by the City. 
C. The City Recorder shall, upon request by the applicant and payment of the required fee, grant an 
extension of the approval for a period not to exceed six (6) months. Requests for extension of 
approval shall be submitted in writing thirty (30) days before the expiration date of the approval 
period. 
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN MAPS 
1. City of Detroit Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map, 2009, to replace 2002 version of map 
2. City of Detroit Slope Map: 2008 
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ORDSMAhSCE WO 224 
AN ORDIhSAIMCE ADOPTING TEXT AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF DETROIT DEVELOPMENT CODE 
WHEREAS, the City of Detroit determined the need to amend the text of the Detroit Development Code to 
revise regulations to Chapter 3.6.4 Open Camping/Tents on individual properties, and 
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission conducted a public hearing to consider the requests on March 22, 2011, 
at which time the public was given full opportunity to be present and heard on the matter; and 
WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to recommend that the City 
Council approve the revised document at the public hearing; and 
WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a public hearing to consider the request on March 22, 2011; at which 
time the public was given full opportunity to be present and heard on the matter; and continued to March 29, 
2011; and continued to April 12, 2011; for Council deliberation; and 
WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing, the City Council voted to approve the request subject to the 
revisions stated at the public hearing; and 
WHEREAS., proper notice of the said public hearing and continuations were given to the public pursuant to 
applicable state statutes; and 
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Detroit hereby adopts the findings of fact set forth in the staff report 
dated March 14, 2011, for the March 22, 2011 Council hearing; 
NOW THEREFORE THE CITY OF DETROIT ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS: 
Section 1. The amendments to the City of Detroit Development Code; as provided in Exhibit A (attached); and 
Section 2, The City Council for the City of Detroit completed its first reading on May 10, 2011; and completed 
its 2nd~7eading, by title only, on May 10, 2011; and declared an emergency. The City of Detroit notes that this 
Ordinance shall be in full force and effect May 12, 2011. 
Section 3. Emergency Clause. The Council desires and deems it necessary for the preservation of the health, 
peace, and safety of the City of Detroit thai this ordinance take effect immediately, and therefore, an emergency 
is hereby declared to exist, and this ordinance shall be in full force and effect after its passage by the Council 
with an effective date of May 12, 2011. 
First Reading: May 10, 2011 Second Reading By Title Only: May 10, 2011 
PASSED and adopted by the City Council of the City of Detroit on this 10th day of May, 2011, by the 
following votes and providing an effective date of l^ay 12, 2011. 
AYES: \ NAYSiJSL— ABSENT: Q 
Signed: Attest: 
ORD No. 224 - Development Code Text Amendments (DCTA 20 J1-01) 
Attachment A - City of Detroit, Development Code Text Amendment 2011-01 
Development Code Section 3.6.3 Open Camping/Tents 
Ordinance Number fl 
3.6.4 OPEN CAMPING/TENTS 
A. Developed Single Family ARSÌ Zoned Property, Multi-familv fRMi Zoned Property with Single 
Family Residence, Commercial (CGÌ Zoned Property with Single Family Residence 
1. A maximum of four (4) tents mav he placed on single-familvT multi-familv and commercial 
ZQned property with single family residences, and a maximum of four (4) tents per unit mav 
placed on multi-familv and commercial zoned unit of property with multiple dwellings 
and allowed; 
a. from April 1st through October 31st. 
b. from November!51 through March 31st up to the maximum of 14 consecutive davs in a 
30 dav period, and 
c. meeting the following conditions 
(1) Tents must be placed at least five (Si feet from the side and rear property lines and 
at least ten H0Ì feet from the front property line. Each tent must he located a 
minimum of five (5) feet from any other camping space or structure when the unit is 
2. Additional tents require a permit issued by the City Recorder and approval of two (2} 
Councilors when meeting the following* 
a. Permit is subject to an applicable fee established bv Resolution of the Detroit City 
Council. 
b. Permit applies to property owner requesting the permit and is not transferable with the 
property. 
3. Adequate on-site parking shall be made available for vehicles of all guests and family 
members allowing for a setback from the side and rear property lines and between vehicles 
ajninimum of three feet in width. No parking is permitted within a front yard setback 
unless located within a City-approved driveway. 
B. Residential Undeveloped property - Tent camping on residential undeveloped property must 
comply with the following regulations; 
1. Property must have an installed water meter and a water line going from the meter to a 
hose bib on the property. During use of the property the water must be turned on and a 
hose available for fire dousing in fire pits and fire protection. 
2. The property must have a Citv approved access driveway. 
3. Adequate on-site parking shall be provided for additional vehicles allowing for setback 
from side and rear property lines and between vehicles a minimum of three feet in 
Wdth. No parking is permitted within a front yard setback unless located within a 
driveway. 
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Development Code Section 3.6.3 Open Camping/Tents 
Ordinance Number fl 
4. A maximum of four (4) tents are allowed. 
5. Camping is allowed from April 1st through Qctober3Qth 
6. Tents mav be placed on the property up to the maximum of 14 consecutive davs within a 30-
dav period. 
7. Tents must be placed at least five (5) feet from the side and rear property lines and at least 
ten HOi feet from the front property line. Each tent must be located a minimum of five 
feet from any other camping space when the unit is fully extended. 
8. Toilet facilities must be provided. Property owner must obtain approval for a porta-potty 
from the CitvT or providejirooiLof an acceptable sanitation system approved by the City* 
9. All trash shall be removed from the site. 
10. Additional tents require a permit issued bv the City Recorder and approval of two (2) 
Councilors when meeting the following, 
a. Permit is subject to an applicable fee established bv Resolution of the Detroit City 
Council. 
b. Permit 3pp 11 ^ S-to p.r.Qp r^ty own^x..reci . tli.^  p^rni.it Eiid..is not trEnsfcr^ibl^ witli tlii^  
propertyt 
C. Commercial Undeveloped property - Camping is prohibited on undeveloped commercial 
property. 
D. Commercial Developed Property - Camping is prohibited on commercial developed property 
exceptTor Motels as defined in Ordinance No. 215. Transient Occupancy Tax Ordinance, but 
excluding motels located in the Detroit Avenue Business Corridor (properties abutting Detroit 
Avenue and zonedXommercial General CG); 
1. Motel (Definition); Anv structureT or anv portion of any structure, which is occupied or 
intended or designed for occupancy for 30 consecutive days or less for dwelling, lodging, or 
sleeping purposes, and includes, by way of illustration and not limitation, any motel, inn, 
tourist home or house, hotel, bed & breakfast, studio hotel, bachelor hotelT lodging house, 
rooming hous^partment house, public or private dormitory, fraternity, sorority, public or 
private club, space in mobile home or trailer parks, or similar structure or portions thereof 
MJ occupied. 
a. A maximum of four (4) guest tents are allowed, 
b. Tents must be placed at least five feet from the side and rear property lines and at 
least ten (10) feet from the front property line. Each tent must be located a minimum of 
five (5) feet from any other camping space or structure when the unit is fullv extended. 
Cxii.^ S-t. Jtffiiii g&iupmg i S.&11 owed t 
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Attachment A - City of Detroit, Development Code Text Amendment 2011-01 
Development Code Section 3.6.3 Open Camping/Tents 
Ordinance Number fl 
from November!5* through March31stup to the maximum of 14 consecutive 
days in a 30 day period» 
d. Additional tents requires a permit issued by the City Recorder and approval of two (2) 
Councilors when meeting the following. 
• Permit is subject to an applicable fee established bv Resolution of the Detroit 
City CounciL 
• Permit applies to property owner requesting the permit and is not transferable 
with the property. 
• Adequate on-site parking must be available for vehicles allowing for setback 
from side and rear property lines and beftHen:y'iliifks_a minimum of three (3) 
feet in width, No parking is permitted within afcoiit yard setback unless located 
within a driveway. 
E. Other 
1. Anv Open Camning/Tent conditions not specifically addressed requires a permit issued bv 
the Citv Recorder with approval of Councilors when meeting the following. 
a. Permit is subject to an applicable fee established bv ReSQlutionLQlthe Detroit Citv 
Council 
b. Permit applies to property owner requesting the permit and is not transferable with the 
property. 
City of Detroit 
Development Code 
3,6.4,Open Camping. No open camping shall be permitted on vacant property. 
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MID - WILLAMETTE VALLEY 
COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS 
105 High Street S.E. 
Salem. OR 97301-3667 
FIRST CLASS 
Attn: Plan Amendment Specialist 
DLCD 
635 Capitol St NE, Suite 150 
Salem OR 97301-2540