ORS 184.893 Alternative land use and transportation scenario guidelines

The Department of Transportation and the Department of Land Conservation and Development, after consultation with and in cooperation with metropolitan planning organizations, other state agencies, local governments and stakeholders, shall establish guidelines for developing and evaluating alternative land use and transportation scenarios that may reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The guidelines must, at a minimum:

Establish a process for developing alternative land use and transportation scenarios;

Take into account the full range of actions local governments may take concerning land use and transportation planning;

Allow sufficient flexibility for different local governments to meet the needs of their individual communities;

Provide for coordination between state agencies and local governments;

Encourage local innovation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and

Provide examples of alternative land use and transportation scenarios.

The Department of Transportation and the Department of Land Conservation and Development shall actively solicit public review and comment in the development of the guidelines.