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Attention Property Owner: A land use proposal has been submitted for property near where you live or near property you own elsewhere. State law requires that the county notify property owners within a certain distance from this property. The proposal and address of the property is described in the "Application" section below. The decision in this case does not directly affect the zoning or use of your property. If you object to the decision, refer to the "Appeal" section. If you have questions, contact the staff person listed at the end of this report. NOTICE OF DECISION ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW CASE NO. 25-023 APPLICATION: Application of the Taylor Trust for an administrative review to establish a winery on a 59.27-acre parcel in an SA (Special Agriculture) zone located at 4736 Marion Hill Rd SE, Turner (T9S; R2W; Section 32; Tax lot 500).). DECISION: The Planning Director for Marion County has APPROVED the above-described Administrative Review, subject to certain conditions. EXPIRATION DATE: This decision is valid only when exercised by September 22nd, 2027 (two years) unless an extension is granted. The effective period may be extended for one year subject to approval of an extension. Request for an extension must be submitted to the Planning Division prior to expiration of the approval (form available from the Planning Division). WARNING: A decision approving the proposal is for land use purposes only. Due to septic, well and drain field replacement areas, this parcel may not be able to support the proposal. To be sure the subject property can accommodate the proposed use the applicant should contact the Building Inspection Division, (503) 588-5147. This decision does not include approval of a building permit. CONDITIONS: 1. The applicant shall obtain all permits, including subsurface sewage disposal, required by the Marion County Building Inspection Division. 2. The applicant must maintain a minimum of 15 acres of vineyard on the subject properties for the operation of any winery activities allowed under Marion County Code, Chapter 17.125.030. 3. Sales from the winery shall be predominantly wine produced in conjunction with the winery and may include the following activities: wine tours; wine tastings in a tasting room or other location at the winery; wine clubs; and similar activities conducted for the primary purpose of promoting wine produced in conjunction with the winery. 4. Sales from the winery may include items directly related to the sale or promotion of wine produced in conjunction with the winery, the marketing and sale of which is incidental to retail sale of wine on-site, including food and beverages served by a limited-service restaurant, as defined in ORS 624.010. The gross income of the winery from the sale of incidental items may not exceed 25 percent of the gross income from the on-site retail sale of wine produced in conjunction with the winery. 5. Development of an onsite commercial kitchen will require licensing through the Oregon Health authority and may not utilize menu options or meal services that cause the kitchen facilities to function as a cafe or other dining establishment open to the public. 6. Permitted activities include the provision of services including private events, such as facility rentals and celebratory gatherings hosted by the winery or patrons of the winery, at which wine produced in conjunction with the winery is featured, that: A. Are directly related to the sale or promotion of wine produced in conjunction with the winery; B. Are incidental to the retail sale of wine on-site and may not exceed 25 percent of the gross income from the on-site retail sale of wine produced in conjunction with the winery; and C. Are limited to 18 days or fewer in a calendar year. 7. If events of any kind are hosted by the winery, upon request from the Marion County Planning Director, the applicant shall submit details about any and all events including: A. The number of event attendees;