We work with rural communities across Oregon to help people who do not readily have access to the resources needed to interact fully and effectively with the land use system. We litigate cases locally and throughout the appeals process to enforce and uphold that system, craft and promote farm and forest preservation policies, provide technical assistance with land use planning matters, and find creative solutions to support our rural economy.
In coordination with our regional affiliate network and our Cooperating Attorney Program, our rural lands attorneys provide pro bono legal resources and representation to rural Oregonians where land use matters are concerned. Often these cases come to us through our Forestry and Agriculture Advisory Committee or our affiliate network of regional land use advocacy groups, which serve as our eyes and ears on the ground, monitoring for cases of irresponsible land use and engaging in the public processes to advocate for smart planning.
Limiting the size of replacement dwellings on agricultural and forest land to either 110 percent of an original building’s size or 2,500 square feet (whichever is larger) would restore reason to agricultural communities – and to a legal process long out of step with intended impacts.
A small farm outside North Plains enters the battle over boundary expansions. Meet the farmer working to encourage smart, informed growth in the area, rather than rapid sprawl.
Strong will, bright minds, a dedicated community, and committed leaders get together to stop a brazen environmental violation in French Prairie.
The voice of Oregon’s working lands
Our Forestry and Agriculture Advisory Committee (FAAC) assists us in ensuring that Oregon maintains the land needed for future generations of farmers, foresters, and ranchers. The FAAC provides simple, effective opportunities to preserve the essential land use planning program and to make improvements that benefit you and your business. Membership is voluntary and free.