Planning Commission Meeting - 7/13/2026 5:30PM

The City of Bend Oregon Planning Commission held a meeting on July 13, 2026, primarily focused on a one-time urban growth boundary (UGB) expansion request for the Caldera Ranch development site pursuant to Senate Bill 1537. The commission reviewed three applications: a comprehensive plan map amendment, a comprehensive plan text amendment, and the UGB expansion. The proposed development includes 716 housing units with 30% deed-restricted affordable housing, various residential densities, and 1.5 acres of commercial convenience land. Extensive discussion addressed infrastructure capacity, wildfire mitigation plans to be detailed at the master plan stage, and transportation impacts including proposed road improvements and roundabouts. Public testimony raised concerns about traffic congestion, safety, and wildfire risks. The commission voted 3-1 to recommend approval of the comprehensive plan map and text amendments and the UGB expansion to the city council, with the final decision scheduled for September 2, 2026. Additionally, the commission reviewed and recommended approval of amendments to the Bend Development Code to implement recent state housing legislation aimed at facilitating middle housing development and streamlining land division processes.