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OR SB616

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

6/27/2025

Primary Sponsor

Daniel Bonham

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Origin

Senate

2025 Legislative Measures

AI Summary

  • Prohibits local governments from requiring tree retention or charging fees in lieu of tree retention as a condition for developing needed housing
  • Exempts heritage trees (those designated by local government for unique location, size, age, botanical interest, or historic/cultural significance) from the prohibition
  • Exempts trees located in riparian corridors from the prohibition
  • Adds provisions to ORS chapter 197A governing land use planning
  • Sunsets January 1, 2036

Legislative Description

Relating to preservation of trees for housing development.

Last Action

In committee upon adjournment.

6/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Housing and Development1/17/2025

Full Bill Text

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