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Applications & Fees

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Planning Forms

Application Type		Used for:	You will also need:
Appeal		Appeal of a land use decision	The decision being appealed, including date of the decision; A statement demonstrating the applicant has standing to appeal; A detailed statement of specific issues being appealed; A statement demonstrating specific issues were raised during the comment period, except when the appeal is filed by the applicant; and filing fee.
Conditional Use Permit		Conditional Uses	A narrative addressing criteria, site plan, fee
Extension		Request additional time on an existing land use approval	Fee
Flood Plain Development Permit		Development in a special hazard flood zone	Fee, typically also requires an elevation certificate from certified engineer/surveyor
General Application			Site plan, fee
Home Occupation		For businesses inside primary residence	Site plan, fee
Property Line Adjustment Application		Movement of a common property line between two	Map showing property line to be adjusted, fee *Please note, applications need to be printed on 8.5 x 14 legal size paper.
RR-5/RR-2 Dwelling Permit		Dwellings in residential	Site plan, see checklist on application
Road Inspection		Road inspection for private road or driveway	Map showing location of drive, fee
Wireless Communication Zoning Clearance		Co-location or repair of existing wireless communication facility	Specification sheets, site plan, fee. Please see our Cell Tower Help Sheet for More Details
Acknowledgement of Farm and Forest Practices			Needs to be notarized and filed with the County Clerk
Replacement Dwelling Affidavit			Needs to be notarized
Zoning Clearance Application

*Please be advised all applications need to be signed by all owners listed on the Deed.

Planning Department Fees

Baker County Planning
1995 Third St Suite 131
Baker City, OR 97814
Phone: (541) 541-523-8219
Fax: (541) 541-523-5925
General E-mail: planning@bakercountyor.gov

Planning

Public Notices

New Sage Grouse Habitat Boundary 2024 (ODFW). For a map, click here.

BCZO Chapter 760 Text Amendment

Planning

Ordinances, Fees and Maps

• Baker County Zoning Ordinance
• Baker County Road Naming and Rural Addressing Ordinance
• Archive
( Previous Zoning Ordinance effective from 1984-June of 2014 )

Fees

• Planning Department Fee Schedule
• Baker County Map
• Baker County Zoning Map

Baker County Planning
1995 Third St Suite 131
Baker City, OR 97814
Phone: (541) 541-523-8219
Fax: (541) 541-523-5925
General E-mail: planning@bakercountyor.gov

Planning

Calendar,Agendas & Minutes

Calendar

Planning Commission Agendas

Planning Commission Minutes

Planning

Fequently Asked Questions

Q. What zone is my parcel in?
A. To determine the zoning of your parcel, please contact the Planning Department. The Assessor's page includes the zone with property information, but the zone designation may be for assessment purposes only, and may not reflect the correct zoning of the property.

Q. Is my parcel "buildable"?
A. There are many factors that help Planning Department staff determine the buildability of a parcel. Zoning, type of use requested and existing structures are only a few of the important factors considered when making the "buildability" determination. Other considerations are septic availability, road and driveway access, setbacks, floodplains, wetlands, and wildlife overlays. Determinations are made on a case-by-case basis, and often require a significant amount of research. Please contact the Baker County Planning Department for further information.

Q. What are the setback requirements for Baker County?
A. Setback requirements are found in the Baker County Zoning Ordinance, Section 360.

Q. When am I required to obtain a permit?
A. Property owners are required to obtain a permit for new construction and for alterations and additions to existing buildings, including structural, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work - both agricultural and domestic. Property owners that wish to conduct a Home Occupation or other activities on their parcel may also need a permit from the County. If you are located within the city limits of an incorporated city, please contact your local city government for further information. If you are located outside of the city limits in the "county" or in an "unincorporated city", the Baker County Planning Department will be your contact agency for Zoning Clearance or a Conditional Use Permit to proceed with your project.

Q. Why do I have to have a permit for my own property?
A. Oregon law requires you to obtain permits - even if you are building on your own property - to ensure that minimum building standards are met for your own safety and for the safety of future property owners and/or occupants.

Q. My request has been approved, now what do I do?
A. If you have been issued a final report for your land use request, you will be required to complete the Conditions of Approval as listed in our final report prior to the Baker County Planning Department issuing Zoning Clearance. At the time you are ready to apply for a building permit, you will need to bring a site plan, Zoning Clearance Application and the required fee to the Baker County Planning Department. Planning staff will verify all required conditions have been met, and then can complete the form stating that you are cleared to apply for your building permit through the Baker City Building Department.

Q. What steps, in addition to a land use approval, are typically needed to build a dwelling?
A. Depending on your zone and type of approval, specific requirements will apply -see your Conditions of Approval. All dwellings in the County will need to complete the following:
Septic Approval
Well
Address
Road Approach Permit
Building Permit
Driveway/private road inspection and approval


Baker County Planning
1995 Third St Suite 131
Baker City, OR 97814
Phone: (541) 541-523-8219
Fax: (541) 541-523-5925
General E-mail: planning@bakercountyor.gov

Planning

Helpful Links

Oregon Blue Book
Incorporated Cities: Baker City, Greenhorn, Haines, Halfway, Huntington, Richland, Sumpter, Unity
Unincorporated Cities: Hereford, Durkee, Oxbow, New Bridge, Granite and Others

Land Use Planning Information/State Regulation

An Introductory Guide to Land Use Planning for Small Cities and Counties in Oregon

Oregon Administrative Rules

Oregon Revised Statutes

Partner Agencies and Organizations

Oregon Department of Environmental Quality

Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development

Tools for Researching Your Property

Baker County Assessor Property Search (Please note all zoning information should be verified for accuracy with the Planning Department)

ORMAP - Online maps of individual parcels/tax lots within the state of Oregon.

FEMA Flood Map Service Center. Use your address to identify whether or not your property is in a special flood hazard zone. National Wetlands Mapper

National Wetlands Mapper

























Baker County Planning
1995 Third St Suite 131
Baker City, OR 97814
Phone: (541) 541-523-8219
Fax: (541) 541-523-5925
General E-mail: planning@bakercountyor.gov

Planning

Planning Commission

Alice Trindle - Chairman

Jim Grove

Suzan Ellis Jones

Thomas Van Diepen

Kasey Wright

Tim Kerns

Robert Crawford

Planning Staff

Holly Kerns - Planning Director
hkerns@bakercountyor.gov
Tara Micka - Planner
tmicka@bakercountyor.gov
Tim Smothers - Planner
tsmothers@bakercountyor.gov
Paul King - Planning Assistant
pking@bakercountyor.gov





















Baker County Planning
1995 Third St Suite 131
Baker City, OR 97814
Phone: (541) 541-523-8219
Fax: (541) 541-523-5925
General E-mail: planning@bakercountyor.gov