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August 29, 2014

To create more affordable housing, Bend could make mother-in-law apartments easier to build

  • The proposal would allow accessory dwellings without a conditional use permit on all lots and increase the cap on size to 800 square feet.
  • By HILLARY BORRUD
    The Bulletin

    BEND, Ore. — The shortage of affordable rental housing in Bend has placed local officials in the unusual position of calling for the city to emulate an infill development tactic used by Portland.

    Bend city councilors will soon hear a proposal from the city's Affordable Housing Advisory Committee that would make it easier for property owners in Bend to build accessory dwellings, commonly referred to as mother-in-law apartments. The small homes are already allowed under city code, but the approval process required in older areas of the city makes it simple for a neighbor to halt a project.


     
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