Planning Commission Meeting - 2/9/2026 - 5:30 PM

The City of Bend Planning Commission held a meeting on February 9, 2026, focusing primarily on two major agenda items: amendments to the Bend Development Code regarding short-term rentals in neighborhood commercial zones, and a quasi-judicial public hearing on the Stevens Road Tract master plan and comprehensive plan text amendments related to an urban growth boundary expansion area. The commission reviewed the proposed code changes for short-term rentals, which would impose stricter permit requirements including a 500-foot separation rule and limit the number of rentals per property. The Stevens Road Tract master plan, branded as Legacy Village, was discussed in detail, highlighting its compliance with Oregon House Bill 3318, which mandates minimum residential densities, affordable housing acreage, and housing mix requirements. The plan proposes nearly 2,500 dwelling units with a significant portion dedicated to affordable housing, exceeding statutory requirements. Transportation infrastructure, including road improvements and traffic mitigation measures, were extensively reviewed, with attention to coordination with adjacent developments and phased construction timelines. Commissioners expressed concerns about the limited commercial land designation within the plan, noting potential impacts on community completeness and transportation demand. The commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council adopt ordinances amending the comprehensive plan policies and the development code to incorporate the Stevens Road Tract master plan. Additional discussions included neighborhood district engagement, legislative updates affecting permit processing timelines, and upcoming wildfire resiliency initiatives. No direct contract awards or procurement decisions were made during this meeting, but the discussion of the master plan and infrastructure improvements implies future procurement and development activities.