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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. 25-046 APPLICATION: Application of the Barbara J. Adams Trust for an administrative review to determine the number of legal lots on four tax lots of 0.94-acre, 1.67-acres and 1.57-acres in an EFU (Exclusive Farm Use) zone located at 2860 Quinaby Rd NE, Salem (T6S; 3W; 24D; Tax Lots 400, 600, 700 & 800). DECISION: The Planning Director for Marion County has determined that there are three legal lots consisting of four tax accounts: Tax lot 700/800 (Tax accounts 519872, 519861; Parcel 063W24D000700, 800) comprise one parcel of 1.94 acres. Tax lot 600 (Tax account 519862; Parcel 063W24D000600) comprises one parcel of 1.67 acres. Tax lot 400 (Tax account 519860; Parcel 063W24D000400) comprises one parcel of 1.57 acres. WARNING: A decision approving the proposal is for land use purposes only. Due to septic, well and drainfield 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. PERMITS, FEES AND RESTRICTIONS: This approval does not remove or affect covenants or restrictions imposed on the subject property by deed or other instrument. The proposed use may require permits and/or fees from other local, State or Federal agencies. This decision does not take the place of, or relieve the responsibility for, obtaining other permits or satisfying restrictions or conditions thereon. It is recommended that the agencies mentioned in the Findings and Conclusions section, #6, be contacted to identify restrictions or necessary permits. APPEAL PROCEDURE: The Marion County Zone Code provides that certain applications be considered first by the County Planning Director. If there is any doubt that the application conforms with adopted land use policies and regulations the Director must condition or deny the application. Anyone who disagrees with the Director's decision may appeal the decision to a Marion County hearings officer. The applicant may also request reconsideration (one time only and a $200.00 fee) on the basis of new information subject to signing an extension of the 150-day time limit for review of zoning applicat- ions. A public hearing is held on appeals subject to the appellant paying a $250.00 fee. Appeals must be in writing (form available from the Planning Division) and received in the Marion County Planning Division, 5155 Silverton Rd. NE, Salem, by 5:00 p.m. on December 26th, 2025. If you have questions about this decision, contact the Planning Division at (503) 588 -5038 or at the office. This decision is effective December 29th, 2025, unless appealed. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS: Findings and conclusions on which the decision was based are noted below. 1. The subject property is designated Primary Agriculture in the Marion County Comprehensive Plan and correspondingly zoned EFU (Exclusive Farming Use).The purpose of the EFU zone is to provide areas for continued practice of commercial agriculture. These areas are generally well suited for large-scale farming. The EFU zone is also intended to allow other uses that are compatible with agricultural activities, to protect forests, scenic resources and fish and wildlife habitat, and to maintain and improve the quality of air, water and land resources of the county. 2. The subject properties are located along the southern side of Quinaby Road NE about 1,000 feet east of the intersection of Quinaby Rd NE and River Road NE. The lots are bordered to the east by the Union Pacific Railroad tracks. Tax lot 700 has a 1956 dwelling and several accessory structures. Tax lot 600 contains an agricultural building and the majority of the land is engaged in agriculture use. Tax lots 400 and 800 are primary engaged in agriculture. 3. The lands to the west, south and east are all similarly zoned EFU and are principally engaged in some form of agricultural production. To the north is an enclave of Acreage Residential (AR) where the use is small acreage homesites. Further to the east, along River Road NE is a small cluster of commercial and light industrial zoned land. 4. Soil Survey of Marion County, Oregon indicates that the subject parcel consists of 100% high-value soils.