Planning Commission Meeting, May 13, 2026

The City of Wilsonville Planning Commission held a meeting on May 13, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the Town Center building height waiver and related development code amendments. The meeting included extensive public testimony expressing concerns about proposed increases in building heights up to seven stories in the Town Center, with many residents emphasizing the desire to maintain Wilsonville's small-town character and opposing high-density developments. Staff presented background on the Town Center plan, the history of the building height waiver, and options considered by the task force to modify the waiver provisions in compliance with state housing laws. The commission discussed potential caps on building heights, the relationship between waivers and affordable housing bonus floors, and the need for clear code language and community benefits tied to waivers. A motion was passed unanimously to adopt resolution LP260002 recommending City Council adoption of housing statutory compliance development code amendments. The commission also provided feedback to staff to inform ongoing task force deliberations and upcoming City Council work sessions on the issue.