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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 th e end of this report. NOTICE OF DECISION ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW CASE NO. 25-053 APPLICATION: Application of the Simeon and Hannah Wakefield for an administrative review to replace a dwelling on a 9.47-acre parcel in a FT (Farm Timber) zone located at 20181 Bridge Creek RD SE, Silverton (T7S; R1E; Section 35A; Tax lot 1000). DECISION: The Planning Director for Marion County has determined that the residence was legally established and can be repaired, altered or replaced in a different location. EXPIRATION DATE: This decision is valid only when exercised by February 11th, 2030 (four years) unless an extension is granted. The effective period may be extended for two years 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 fr om the Planning Division). 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. CONDITIONS: 1. The applicants shall obtain all permits, including building, septic evaluations, authorizations and installation, required by the Marion County Building Inspection Division. 2. The replacement residence shall meet the siting requirements set forth in MCC 17.139.070(A)(2) or (3). 3. Prior to issuance of any building permit for the new dwelling, the applicants shall sign and submit a Farm/Forest and Replacement Residence Declaratory Statement to the Planning Division. This Statement shall be recorded by the applicant with the Marion County Clerk after it has been reviewed and signed by the Planning Director. OTHER PERMITS, FEES AND RESTRICTIONS: This approval does not remove or affect any 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 any restrictions or conditions thereon. It is recommended that the agencies mentioned in Finding 6 below be contacted to identify restrictions or necessary permits. The applicant is advised of the following: 4. The applicants should contact the Drakes Crossing Fire District to obtain a copy of the District’s Recommended Building Access and Premise Identification regulations and the Marion County Fire Code Applications Guide. Fire District access standards may be more restrictive than County standards. 5. The applicants should contact Marion County Land Development and Engineering (503-584-7714) for additional Engineering Requirements and Advisories, listed in Finding #6 below, that may be required. 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 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 applications. 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 February 11th, 2026. If you have questions about this decision contact the Planning Division at (503) 588-5038 or at the office. This decision is effective on February 12th, 2026, unless appealed. FINDINGS AND CONCLUSIONS: Findings and conclusions on which the decision was based are noted below. 1. The subject property is designated Farm Timber in the Marion County Comprehensive Plan and zoned FT (Farm/Timber). The purpose of the FT zone is to maintain properties for farm and timber use. Dwellings may be approved subject to the criteria in the zone.