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Introduced
01/13/2025
01/13/2025
In Committee
01/17/2025
01/17/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025 Legislative Measures
Bill Summary
The statement includes a measure digest written in compliance with applicable readability standards. Digest: This Act makes DLCD report on limiting tech towers’ impact on views. (Flesch Read- ability Score: 67.7). Directs the Department of Land Conservation and Development to conduct a study on methods to mitigate the impact of technology support structures on the aesthetics of certain areas. Requires the department to report to the interim committees of the Legislative Assembly related to land use by September 15, 2026. Declares an emergency, effective on passage.
AI Summary
This bill directs the Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) to conduct a comprehensive study on mitigating the visual impact of technology support structures (such as cellular, satellite, or radio towers) in certain sensitive areas. The study will identify regions where these structures negatively affect the aesthetics of waterways, farmland, forest zones, and tourism-related areas, and evaluate how such visual impediments might impact quality of life and tourism. The department will research standards from other states, develop suggested mitigation guidelines for local planning commissions and governments, and establish an implementation schedule by January 1, 2033. The DLCD is required to submit a progress report to legislative land use committees by September 15, 2026, with the study's sections set to be repealed on January 2, 2027. Notably, the bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage, underscoring the perceived urgency of addressing the visual impact of technological infrastructure on Oregon's landscapes.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Agriculture, Land Use, Natural Resources, and Water with subsequent referral to Ways and Means. (on 01/17/2025)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/HB2883 |
| Open Government Impact Statement for HB2883 INTRO | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureAnalysisDocument/83858 |
| BillText | https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Downloads/MeasureDocument/HB2883/Introduced |
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