OR SB464

Local governments must approve applications to alter, restore, or replace dwellings through a streamlined process that is not classified as a land use decision, provided the former dwelling had intact walls, roof, plumbing, wiring, heating, and was either permitted or assessed as residential for tax purposes at least 10 years prior

Replacement dwellings may not exceed the original floor area by more than 25%, must have adequate water, sanitation, and road access, and must be located within the original footprint unless relocated to comply with flood regulations or avoid natural hazards

Building code compliance is required based on codes in effect on January 1, 2008, or the date of the former dwelling's construction, whichever is later

Local governments cannot impose additional conditions on approvals except those necessary to maintain National Flood Insurance Program participation, and cannot require notice to non-parties

The bill amends ORS 215.213, 215.283, and 215.755 to add this alternative approval pathway alongside existing provisions for dwelling alterations in exclusive farm use and forest zones