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This bill allows golf courses located on land zoned for exclusive farm use to be partially developed for residential housing, specifically permitting up to 30 percent of a golf course tract to be subdivided into lots less than two acres in size for single-unit or middle housing. The bill, which applies to golf courses existing as of January 1, 2025, requires that all newly created lots must be developed for residential purposes by January 1, 2036. Any lot created under this provision can only be used for farm use, residential use, or continue operating as a golf course. The legislation temporarily modifies existing land use regulations, overriding previous statewide land use planning goals and administrative rules to facilitate housing development on these specific agricultural lands. The bill includes an emergency clause, meaning it takes effect immediately upon passage, and is set to expire on January 2, 2036, providing a time-limited opportunity for golf course property owners to develop a portion of their land for housing. The goal appears to be to create more housing options by utilizing existing golf course properties within agricultural zones.

Housing and Urban Affairs

https://olis.oregonlegislature.gov/liz/2025R1/Measures/Overview/SB1203