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HB 4037

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Relating to housing; and prescribing an effective date.
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Latest Action · Apr 13, 2026
Chapter 108, (2026 Laws): Effective date June 5, 2026.
Session
2026R1
Introduced
Feb 2, 2026

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Adjusts certain terms of the revolving loan program for cities and counties to fund affordable housing projects. Allows state agencies to adjust terms of a grant made to the Network for Oregon Affordable Housing in the last biennium. Limits the building permit plan review for housing with two or fewer dwelling units. Establishes a local government process for land use approvals for housing subject only to clear and objective standards, conditions and procedures. Becomes operative on July 1, 2026. Establishes responsibilities for landlords and tenants for residential tenancies destroyed by natural disasters. Requires state agencies to give priority to housing providers when transferring surplus real property. <b>Requires the Land Conservation and Development Commission to adopt rules regarding prioritization of lands added to urban reserves. Limits the amount of commercial lands within certain planned areas that may be used for affordable housing.</b> Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

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