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1. The proposed development will not have a significant adverse impact upon adjacent existing or planned uses and development; and The applicants are proposing to convert an existing manufactured medical hardship dwelling to an accessory dwelling unit. This manufactured dwelling is currently located approximately 40 feet from the southern property line. Converting this use to an ADU will change the required setbacks, as ADUs are subject to the special setbacks adjacent to farm use. The existing manufactured home has had no known impact on the farming operation to the south, and it is unlikely this will have any future impact as the home will be relocated even further from the property line (approximately 50 feet further). The criterion is met. 2. The adjustment will not have a significant adverse affect upon the health or safety of persons working or residing in the vicinity; and This proposal will not affect the health or safety of the residents; ADUs in residential zones are in line with the zone code and is not expected to have any adverse effects. The criterion is met. 3. The adjustment is the minimum necessary to achieve the purpose of the adjustment and is the minimum necessary to permit development of the property for the proposed use; and The adjustment of 100 feet to 92-feet is the minimum necessary to permit the development of the ADU. This is the furthest away from the property line the applicant is able to move the home, as the primary dwelling’s location prevents the structure from complying fully with the special setback. The criterion is met. 4. The intent and purpose of the specific provision to be adjusted is clearly inapplicable under the circumstances; or, the proposed development maintains the intent and purpose of the provision to be adjusted. The purpose of the adjustment is to allow the applicants to place the ADU while attempting to keep as much distance from the neighboring property line as possible. This adjustment still maintains reasonable setbacks which maintains the intent of the zone. The criterion is met. 7. Based on the above discussion, it has been determined that the request satisfies all applicable criteria and is, therefore, APPROVED. Brandon Reich Date: November 4th, 2025 Planning Director/Zoning Administrator If you have any questions regarding this decision contact Gillian Peden at (503) 588-5038. Notice to Mortgagee, Lienholder, Vendor or Seller: ORS Chapter 215 requires that if you receive this Notice, it must promptly be forwarded to the purchaser.