Matt Ropp Land Use Consulting, Inc. is a land use consulting firm specializing in Oregon county resource zone land use planning and permitting assistance.
What are resource zones? Resource zones primarily include zoning districts designated for farm use, forest and open space use or aggregate resource extraction.
When is a land use permit required? Many uses on resource zoned lands, such as standard farm and forest management practices, are generally authorized by county planning jurisdictions as outright permitted uses and do not require a permit. However, some uses such as dwellings on farm or forest zoned lands and aggregate resource extraction and processing, require discretionary land use review. This process requires the landowner or authorized agent to submit an application proving consistency with applicable criteria and standards. Provided the permitting jurisdiction determines the appropriate application has been submitted and applicable criteria and standards are met, the use may be authorized through a land use permit.
How can a land use consultant help? Matt Ropp Land Use Consulting provides guidance and representation for landowners interested in obtaining land use permit approval for uses on resource zoned land. This includes background research and feasibility analysis, permit application preparation, representation at meetings and public hearings, coordination with affected agencies, and coordination of professional services necessary for the completion of the permitting process.
To inquire about assistance, please complete the request for services form.
