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Volunteer organizations contribute many hundreds of hours annually and help ensure the smooth operation of local government in Corvallis. Advisory Board and Commission appointments are made by the Mayor and are confirmed by the City Council. Use this form to begin the application process.

What is the Urbanization Study?

The final draft of the 2016 Corvallis Urbanization Study was completed in November of 2016. The City formally adopted the Urbanization Study as part of a Comprehensive Plan Amendment in 2019 (Ordinance 2019-14), which includes 2019 amendments contained in Appendix C of the study.

GENERAL INFORMATION

OVERVIEW
A portion of the Planning Division mission is to respond to community development goals that are established by the City Council and community members. The City Council goals often have their genesis in discussions with citizens and other interested parties, who are actively engaged in promoting, improving, and enhancing this community's livability. Council goals are formalized through adoption of the Strategic Operational Plan.

WORK PROGRAM

OVERVIEW

OVERVIEW
The City of Corvallis adopted Natural Features protections as part of the implementation of Phase III of the 2006 Land Development Code (LDC). In addition to the Natural Hazards and Natural Resources Overlays that are illustrated on the City's zoning and comprehensive plan maps, additional maps and data sheets are available below, which provide more detailed descriptions of the natural features that are protected under the 2006 LDC provisions.

Background

Planning Division staff provide professional support to other City Departments, as well as outside entities such as Benton County, Oregon State University and Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, in the development and monitoring of master plans.

The Planning Division maintains both paper files and electronic databases that contain information about land use case history, activities, decisions, documents, and maps. Land use records in Corvallis date back to the 1800s, primarily in the form of ordinances related to various land use regulations. The first Corvallis zoning ordinance was adopted in 1932. Land use case information available through this website includes access to the City's land use case database (Accela Automation Citizen Portal) and the City's electronic document management system (Laserfiche Weblink). 

There are many ways to stay in the loop when it comes to development and land use. Curious about what is being planned for your neck of the woods? Want to keep an eye on every detail in every corner?

Browse or sign up to obtain information about current land use applications filed with the City of Corvallis. There are five main ways to stay informed: