Zoning Districts
Prior code history: Prior code § 10.230.
For the purpose of this title, the following zones are established in the city:
Map Designations and Abbreviations.
| a. Low Density Residential | R-1 |
| b. Medium Density Residential | R-2 |
| c. Multiple Family Residential | R-3 |
| d. North City Residential | NCR |
| a. Downtown | D |
| b. General commercial | C-1 |
| c. Residential/Commercial | C-2 |
| d. Mill Area Mixed-Use | MMU |
| e. Riverfront Commercial | R-C |
| f. Highway Commercial | H-C |
| g. Central Mixed-Use | CMU |
| h. Outdoor Commercial | O-C |
| a. Light Industrial | M-1 |
| a. Open Space/Public Facilities | O-S |
| a. Historical Resources Overlay | H-R |
| b. Planned Development Overlay | P-D |
| c. Wetland Resources Overlay | W-O |
The boundaries for the zones listed above are appended to the ordinance codified in this chapter as an appendix to this development code and marked as such with the area or areas of every zone, particularly described and are also indicated on the map entitled "Estacada, Oregon Zoning." Official maps are on file in the office of the city recorder in a book or place kept for that purpose and open to public inspection. These maps are incorporated into and made part of this development code.
(Prior code § 10.212)
Unless otherwise specified, zone boundaries are section line, subdivisions, lot lines, centerlines or road rights-of-way, or such lines extended or other similar lines.
(Prior code § 10.213)
Maps of zones or amendments to location of zones adopted pursuant to requirements of this title shall be prepared by authority of the city to the map amendment so prepared. The map or amendment shall be dated with the effective date of the ordinance that adopts the amendment.
(Prior code § 10.214)
Areas annexed to the city shall be zoned in accordance with the adopted comprehensive plan and may be reviewed by the planning commission to determine if the proposed use is compatible with the proposed zoning designation. The planning commission may recommend a different zone designation to the city council for consideration during the annexation procedure.
(Prior code § 10.215)
(Prior code § 10.218; Ord. No. 2012-005, § 2, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016)
The R-1 zone is intended primarily for lower-density residential uses, including single-family dwellings and small-scale middle housing, but also allows home occupations, short-term rentals with standards, and certain public nonprofit conditional uses. In an R-1 zone, the following regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 2000-26 §1 (part): prior code § 10.220 (part); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an R-1 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 2; Ord. 2000-26 § 1(1): prior code § 10.220(1); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a low density residential district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 3; Ord. 2000-26 § 1(2): prior code § 10.220(2); Ord. No. 2012-008, § 4, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
The following preexisting uses shall be uses permitted outright in the R-1 zone:
(Ord. No. 2012-008, § 5, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the R-1 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 2, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017)
The following standards shall apply in an R-1 zone:
(Ord. 2004-2 § 3; Ord. 2000-26 § 1(3): prior code § 10.220(3); Ord. No. 2010-004, § 1, 3-28-2011; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 1(4): prior code § 10.220(4); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017)
The R-2 zone is intended for residential uses at a moderate density, including single-family dwellings and middle housing. In an R-2 zone, the following regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2 (part) prior code § 10.221 (part); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an R-2 zone:
(Ord. 2004-2 § 4: Ord. 2000-26 § 2(1): prior code § 10.221(1); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a medium density residential district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2(2): prior code § 10.221(2); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the R-2 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 3, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017)
The following standards shall apply in an R-2 zone:
| Single-family dwelling | 5,000 square feet |
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for each dwelling unit |
| Cottage cluster | 2.500 square feet per dwelling unit |
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2(3): prior code § 10.221(3); Ord. No. 2010-004, § 2, 3-28-2011; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2(4): prior code § 10.221(4); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The R-3 zone is intended for residential use as a high density residential district allowing some conditional uses with standards. In an R-3 zone, the following regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3 (part): prior code § 10.222 (part); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an R-3 zone:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(1): prior code § 10.222(1); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a multiple family district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(2): prior code § 10.222(2); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the R-3 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 4, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The following standards shall apply in an R-3 zone:
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall Dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for each dwelling unit |
| Cottage Cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.24.040.B. |
| Motel, hotel, or resort | 1,500 square feet per guest unit |
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(3): prior code § 10.222(3); Ord. No. 2010-004, § 3, 3-28-2011; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(4): prior code § 10.222(4); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The NCR zone implements the North City Residential Comprehensive Plan policies. The zone is intended to establish a variety of housing types to meet the City's rental and affordable housing needs, while focusing multi-family housing nearer to major roads, protecting natural features and existing residential land uses, and providing for open space.
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in the NCR zone:
| Single-family dwelling | 5,000 square feet |
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for the first five dwelling units 1,500 square feet per lot for each unit above five |
| Multi-family dwellings | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.25.050.B. |
| Cottage clusters | 2,500 square feet per cottage |
The D zone is intended to implement the Estacada Downtown and Riverside Area Plan (adopted 2011). The zone encourages a mix of office, service, retail, light manufacturing, and governmental uses. The D zone also allows residential uses in upper stories of commercial buildings, and mixed-use (residential and commercial) development oriented to the Clackamas River.
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-006, § 1, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in the D zone:
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-006, § 2, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in the D zone subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the D zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 5, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
New public streetscape improvements such as plazas and extended sidewalks width adjacent to a proposed project shall be credited toward the required landscape area, provided such improvements include 1) street trees or planters; and 2) street furnishings such as benches or other pedestrian amenities as defined in EMC 16.08.010.
The following standards shall apply in the D zone:
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2012-008, § 3, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2015-006, §§ 3, 4, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
TABLE 16.26.051
| CRITERIA | Scores | |||
| BUILDING LOCATION AND ORIENTATION | ||||
| All building entrances shall be recessed or covered by pedestrian shelters: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Primary building entrances shall be at least fifty (50) percent transparent so that two-way views, in and out of a building, are possible. This standard can be met by a door with a window, a transom window above the door, or sidelights beside the door: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| BUILDING OPENINGS | ||||
| Architectural detailing shall define building entrances: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Windows on buildings fronting Broadway Street shall contain trim, reveals or recesses of not less than four inches in width or depth: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Wall mounted lighting consistent with the architecture of the building shall illuminate primary building entrances and building mounted signage: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| BUILDING LINE AND RHYTHM | ||||
| New buildings shall follow prominent horizontal lines on existing adjacent buildings, such as window trim, parapet line, or awning line: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| New buildings shall maintain clear visual division between ground floor and upper floors: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| New buildings shall incorporate rhythmic divisions relating to historic building patterns and proportions. For example, front elevations should be articulated (e.g. defined by an offset, recess, projection or similar "break" in the wall plane) not less than once every twenty-five feet: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| New buildings shall reflect vertical orientation through volume, roof form, and/or surface detail, such as vertically oriented sash windows, brick or stucco cladding and trim, or board and batten siding: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| MATERIALS AND COLOR | ||||
Exterior cladding shall be consistent with historic building design. Materials may consist of brick, brick veneer, stone, stucco, split-face concrete block, clapboard (horizontal) siding, or board and batten (vertical)siding: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| All four sides of the building shall contain complementary exteriors: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Pitched roofs shall be wood, slate, cement tile, asphalt shingles, flat metal or standing rib seam sheet metal: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Buildings fronting Broadway Street shall have cornices or parapets that incorporate materials that are consistent with overall composition of the building: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| PEDESTRIAN SHELTERS, PUBLIC SPACE | ||||
| Buildings fronting Broadway Street shall contain pedestrian shelters such as awnings, canopies, or recesses at least 5 feet over the pedestrian area along a minimum sixty percent (60%) of ground floor elevation: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| At least three percent (3%) and not less than three hundred (300) square feet of each new development site shall be designated and improved as ADA accessible civic space: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Street frontages shall be improved with pedestrian amenities, as defined in EMC 16.08.010, equal to or greater than 0.5% of the estimated construction cost of the proposed building(s): No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
Total Possible ____________ Total Received ____________ Percentage ____________
Is a minimum of one point in each category received? Y ____________ N ____________
Are the standards in 16.26.050 Subsection B, 8—9 met? Y ____________ N ____________
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-006, § 5, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018)
Intended to promote economic diversification. It accommodates certain commercial, light industrial, and governmental uses that are not conducive to locating in the D zone; such as those with large, unenclosed sales or storage areas, and those requiring large parcels.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 4 (part): prior code § 10.223 (part); Ord. No. 2012-005, § 4, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in a C-1 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 4; Ord. 2000-26 § 4(1): prior code § 10.223(1); Ord. No. 2012-005, § 5, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a general commercial district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 5; Ord. 2000-26 § 4(2): prior code § 10.223(2); Ord. No. 2015-002, § 4, 4-28-2015; Ord. No. 2015-003, § 3, 4-13-2015; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2016-005, § 6, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 7, 8-22-2016)
The following standards shall apply in a C-1 zone:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 4(3): prior code § 10.223(3); Ord. No. 2012-005, § 6, 9-10-2012)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 4(4): prior code § 10.223(4))
The C-2 zone is intended for a mixture of office, retail, personal or business service, plus allowing residential uses. C-2 was created to promote the most productive capacity of property. Several areas of the city have developed into a combination of residential and commercial use zones. The purpose of this zoning district is to recognize and to continue this development pattern.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 5 (part): prior code § 10.224 (part); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in a C-2 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 6; Ord. 2003-10 § 2; Ord. 2000-26 § 5(1): prior code § 10.224(1); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a residential commercial district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 7; Ord. 2000-26 § 5(2): prior code § 10.224(2); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2016-005, § 8, 8-22-2016)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the C-2 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 9, 8-22-2016)
The following standards shall apply in a C-2 zone:
| Single-family dwelling | 5,000 square feet |
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for each dwelling unit |
| Cottage Cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.32.040.B. |
| Motel, hotel, or resort | 1,500 square feet per guest unit |
(Ord. 2000-26 § 5(3): prior code § 10.224(3))
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 5(4): prior code § 10.224(4))
The MMU zone implements the Mill Area Mixed-Use Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to provide flexible opportunities for the development of a mix of land uses that are safe, clean, and compatible with existing and planned land uses at the core of the City.
| Single-family dwelling or duplex | 4,000 square feet |
| Triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for the first five dwelling units 1,500 square feet per lot for each unit above five |
| Cottage cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.33.030.D. |
2. Exception for Conversions. When a duplex, triplex, or fourplex is created by internally converting, or expanding the floor area of, an existing single-family dwelling, no minimum lot size shall apply.
D. Maximum Residential Density. Maximum residential density for multi-family dwellings shall be 40 dwelling units per net acre. See EMC 16.60.060.
E. Minimum Residential Density. New residential subdivisions and new multi-family dwellings shall meet a minimum density standard of 15 dwelling units per net acre. See EMC 16.60.070.
F. Setbacks:
G. Parking Requirements:
H. Sidewalks and Driveways: Sidewalks, driveways, and service driveways shall conform to standards established by this code.
I. Building Height: Buildings shall not exceed the maximum height of sixty-five (65) feet.
J. Landscaping:
K. Access and Circulation:
All portions of Wade Creek that cross or are adjacent to master-planned area shall be daylit concurrent with initial development of the planned area.
The R-C zone implements the Riverfront Commercial Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to promote local tourism and history, outdoor recreation, and the use of adjacent park facilities, the Clackamas River, and connecting multi-use paths with a variety of commercial uses that attract local and out-of-town customers while enhancing the area's natural aesthetics and protecting adjacent open spaces.
The H-C zone implements the Highway Commercial Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to provide for large-footprint and vehicle-oriented commercial uses that are not appropriate for Downtown or other commercial areas, while ensuring that new development is appropriately screened and restricting residential uses, industrial uses, and excessive signage.
The CMU zone implements the Central Mixed-Use Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to establish small-footprint commercial uses, intermixed with denser residential uses, that cater primarily to customers in nearby residential areas and that do not detract from Downtown, while developing Eagle Creek Rd as a tree-lined, pedestrian and bicycle-friendly corridor.
| Single-family dwelling or duplex | 4,000 square feet |
| Triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for the first five dwelling units; 1,500 square feet per lot for each unit above five |
| Cottage cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.37.060.B. |
The O-C zone implements the Outdoor Commercial Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to preserve and enhance the area's natural aesthetic and establish commercial and public uses that attract local and out-of-town visitors, while protecting natural wetlands and adjacent residential land uses and ensuring that the area's commercial uses do not detract from Downtown.
The M-1 zone is intended for the expansion of light industrial uses. It permits wholly enclosed light industrial uses and commercial uses which are compatible to the surrounding area, subject to conditions.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 6 (part): prior code § 10.225 (part))
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an M-1 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 8; Ord. 2000-26 § 6(1): prior code § 10.225(1); Ord. No. 2016-005, § 10, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following are allowed as accessory uses in the Light Industrial zone:
(Ord. No. 2011-004, § 1, 1-9-2012)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a light industrial zone subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 9; Ord. 2000-26 § 6(2): prior code § 10.225(2); Ord. No. 2011-004, § 2, 1-9-2012; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
The following uses are prohibited in the Light Industrial zone:
(Ord. No. 2011-004, § 3, 1-9-2012; Ord. No. 2016-005, § 11, 8-22-2016)
(Ord. 2000-26 § 6(3): prior code § 10.225(3); Ord. No. 2011-004, § 4, 1-9-2012; Ord. No. 2012-008, § 1, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 6(4): prior code § 10.225(4))
The purpose of the Airport Zone is to encourage and support the continued operation and vitality of public-use airports by allowing certain airport-related commercial, residential, and recreational uses in accordance with state law.
All uses, activities, facilities and structures allowed in the Airport Zone shall comply with the requirements of the Airport Safety and Compatibility Overlay Zone established in Chapter 16.54 of this Title. In the event of a conflict between the requirements of this zone and those of the Airport Safety and Compatibility Overlay Zone, the requirements of the overlay zone shall control.
The following uses and accessory uses are permitted outright in the Airport Zone:
The following uses and accessory uses are permitted in the Airport Zone subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
The following standards shall apply in the A-P zone:
This zone is created to ensure public greenways, pathways, and parks and to allow for public facilities, under certain conditions.
(Prior code § 10.227 (part))
Planning Commission, after public hearing, may permit the following uses, where such uses are deemed essential or desirable to the public convenience or welfare and are consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the comprehensive plan.
(Prior code § 10.227(1))
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the O-S zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 13, 8-22-2016)
The intent and purpose of this overlay district is to implement the goals and policies of the comprehensive plan and encourage property owners to enhance and maintain historically designated resources within the city community. In the H-R zone, the following regulations shall apply.
The provisions of this section are intended to:
(Prior code § 10.228 (part))
(Prior code § 10.228(A))
(Prior code 10.228(B))
Designated historic resources may be used for any use which is allowed in the underlying district. This includes both primary and conditional uses. For a conditional use to be approved, the proposed use must be found not to be detrimental to the historic resource.
(Prior code § 10.228(C))
(Prior code § 10.228(D))
All applications for demolition of a designated historic resource shall be reviewed by the historic resource review committee. The applicant for the demolition permit shall submit the following information:
All demolition permits subject to review by the historic resources review committee shall be subject to the notice and hearing procedures identified under EMC 16.132.
(Prior code § 10.228(E))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
The purpose of this overlay zone is to encourage and support the continued operation and vitality of Estacada’s public-use airport(s) by establishing compatibility and safety standards to promote air navigational safety, and to reduce potential safety hazards for persons living, working or recreating near the airport.
Except as otherwise provided herein, written notice of applications for land use or limited land use decisions as defined in ORS 197.015 (12), including comprehensive plan or zoning amendments and development applications, in an area within this overlay zone, shall be provided to the airport sponsor and the Oregon Department of Aviation in the same manner as notice is provided to property owners entitled by law to written notice of land use or limited land use applications.
All uses permitted by the underlying zone shall comply with the height limitations in this Section. When height limitations of the underlying zone are more restrictive than those of this overlay zone, the underlying zone height limitations shall control.
Table 1: Limitations & Restrictions On Allowed Uses.
Key: P = Use is Permitted; L = Use is allowed under Limited circumstances described under the corresponding number in the list below; N = Use is Not allowed. | ||||
| Use Category | RPZ | Approach surface | Direct impact area | Secondary impact area |
| Public airport | L | L | P | P |
| Residential | N | L | L | P |
| Commercial | N | L | L | P |
| Industrial | N | L | P | P |
| Institutional | N | L | L | P |
| Farm use | P | P | P | P |
| Roads/parking | L | P | P | P |
| Utilities | L | L | L | L |
| Parks/open space | L | P | P | P |
| Athletic field | N | L | L | P |
| Mining | N | L | L | L |
| Water impoundment | N | N | N | N |
| Wetland mitigation | N | L | L | L |
Limitations and restrictions on the allowed uses in Table 1 include:
Any use or activity that would result in the establishment or expansion of a water impoundment shall comply with the requirements of this section.
The intent and purpose of this overlay is to implement the goals and policies of the comprehensive plan and protect the designated wetland resources within the community.
(Prior code § 10.231 (part))
Wetland areas within the Estacada urban growth boundary are identified on inventory maps prepared by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service.
Pursuant to OAR 660-16-000(5)(b), the city shall designate the wetlands and riparian habitat areas identified on the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) as potential resource sites and rely on state and federal permits for proposed development on the sites.
(Prior code § 10.231 (part))
Zoning Districts
Prior code history: Prior code § 10.230.
For the purpose of this title, the following zones are established in the city:
Map Designations and Abbreviations.
| a. Low Density Residential | R-1 |
| b. Medium Density Residential | R-2 |
| c. Multiple Family Residential | R-3 |
| d. North City Residential | NCR |
| a. Downtown | D |
| b. General commercial | C-1 |
| c. Residential/Commercial | C-2 |
| d. Mill Area Mixed-Use | MMU |
| e. Riverfront Commercial | R-C |
| f. Highway Commercial | H-C |
| g. Central Mixed-Use | CMU |
| h. Outdoor Commercial | O-C |
| a. Light Industrial | M-1 |
| a. Open Space/Public Facilities | O-S |
| a. Historical Resources Overlay | H-R |
| b. Planned Development Overlay | P-D |
| c. Wetland Resources Overlay | W-O |
The boundaries for the zones listed above are appended to the ordinance codified in this chapter as an appendix to this development code and marked as such with the area or areas of every zone, particularly described and are also indicated on the map entitled "Estacada, Oregon Zoning." Official maps are on file in the office of the city recorder in a book or place kept for that purpose and open to public inspection. These maps are incorporated into and made part of this development code.
(Prior code § 10.212)
Unless otherwise specified, zone boundaries are section line, subdivisions, lot lines, centerlines or road rights-of-way, or such lines extended or other similar lines.
(Prior code § 10.213)
Maps of zones or amendments to location of zones adopted pursuant to requirements of this title shall be prepared by authority of the city to the map amendment so prepared. The map or amendment shall be dated with the effective date of the ordinance that adopts the amendment.
(Prior code § 10.214)
Areas annexed to the city shall be zoned in accordance with the adopted comprehensive plan and may be reviewed by the planning commission to determine if the proposed use is compatible with the proposed zoning designation. The planning commission may recommend a different zone designation to the city council for consideration during the annexation procedure.
(Prior code § 10.215)
(Prior code § 10.218; Ord. No. 2012-005, § 2, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016)
The R-1 zone is intended primarily for lower-density residential uses, including single-family dwellings and small-scale middle housing, but also allows home occupations, short-term rentals with standards, and certain public nonprofit conditional uses. In an R-1 zone, the following regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 2000-26 §1 (part): prior code § 10.220 (part); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an R-1 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 2; Ord. 2000-26 § 1(1): prior code § 10.220(1); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a low density residential district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 3; Ord. 2000-26 § 1(2): prior code § 10.220(2); Ord. No. 2012-008, § 4, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
The following preexisting uses shall be uses permitted outright in the R-1 zone:
(Ord. No. 2012-008, § 5, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the R-1 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 2, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017)
The following standards shall apply in an R-1 zone:
(Ord. 2004-2 § 3; Ord. 2000-26 § 1(3): prior code § 10.220(3); Ord. No. 2010-004, § 1, 3-28-2011; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 1(4): prior code § 10.220(4); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 2, 11-13-2017)
The R-2 zone is intended for residential uses at a moderate density, including single-family dwellings and middle housing. In an R-2 zone, the following regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2 (part) prior code § 10.221 (part); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an R-2 zone:
(Ord. 2004-2 § 4: Ord. 2000-26 § 2(1): prior code § 10.221(1); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a medium density residential district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2(2): prior code § 10.221(2); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the R-2 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 3, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017)
The following standards shall apply in an R-2 zone:
| Single-family dwelling | 5,000 square feet |
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for each dwelling unit |
| Cottage cluster | 2.500 square feet per dwelling unit |
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2(3): prior code § 10.221(3); Ord. No. 2010-004, § 2, 3-28-2011; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 2(4): prior code § 10.221(4); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 3, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The R-3 zone is intended for residential use as a high density residential district allowing some conditional uses with standards. In an R-3 zone, the following regulations shall apply.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3 (part): prior code § 10.222 (part); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an R-3 zone:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(1): prior code § 10.222(1); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a multiple family district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(2): prior code § 10.222(2); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the R-3 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 4, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The following standards shall apply in an R-3 zone:
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall Dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for each dwelling unit |
| Cottage Cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.24.040.B. |
| Motel, hotel, or resort | 1,500 square feet per guest unit |
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(3): prior code § 10.222(3); Ord. No. 2010-004, § 3, 3-28-2011; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 3(4): prior code § 10.222(4); Ord. No. 2017-006, § 4, 11-13-2017)
The NCR zone implements the North City Residential Comprehensive Plan policies. The zone is intended to establish a variety of housing types to meet the City's rental and affordable housing needs, while focusing multi-family housing nearer to major roads, protecting natural features and existing residential land uses, and providing for open space.
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in the NCR zone:
| Single-family dwelling | 5,000 square feet |
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for the first five dwelling units 1,500 square feet per lot for each unit above five |
| Multi-family dwellings | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.25.050.B. |
| Cottage clusters | 2,500 square feet per cottage |
The D zone is intended to implement the Estacada Downtown and Riverside Area Plan (adopted 2011). The zone encourages a mix of office, service, retail, light manufacturing, and governmental uses. The D zone also allows residential uses in upper stories of commercial buildings, and mixed-use (residential and commercial) development oriented to the Clackamas River.
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-006, § 1, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in the D zone:
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-006, § 2, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in the D zone subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the D zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 5, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
New public streetscape improvements such as plazas and extended sidewalks width adjacent to a proposed project shall be credited toward the required landscape area, provided such improvements include 1) street trees or planters; and 2) street furnishings such as benches or other pedestrian amenities as defined in EMC 16.08.010.
The following standards shall apply in the D zone:
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2012-008, § 3, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2015-006, §§ 3, 4, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017)
TABLE 16.26.051
| CRITERIA | Scores | |||
| BUILDING LOCATION AND ORIENTATION | ||||
| All building entrances shall be recessed or covered by pedestrian shelters: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Primary building entrances shall be at least fifty (50) percent transparent so that two-way views, in and out of a building, are possible. This standard can be met by a door with a window, a transom window above the door, or sidelights beside the door: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| BUILDING OPENINGS | ||||
| Architectural detailing shall define building entrances: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Windows on buildings fronting Broadway Street shall contain trim, reveals or recesses of not less than four inches in width or depth: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Wall mounted lighting consistent with the architecture of the building shall illuminate primary building entrances and building mounted signage: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| BUILDING LINE AND RHYTHM | ||||
| New buildings shall follow prominent horizontal lines on existing adjacent buildings, such as window trim, parapet line, or awning line: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| New buildings shall maintain clear visual division between ground floor and upper floors: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| New buildings shall incorporate rhythmic divisions relating to historic building patterns and proportions. For example, front elevations should be articulated (e.g. defined by an offset, recess, projection or similar "break" in the wall plane) not less than once every twenty-five feet: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| New buildings shall reflect vertical orientation through volume, roof form, and/or surface detail, such as vertically oriented sash windows, brick or stucco cladding and trim, or board and batten siding: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| MATERIALS AND COLOR | ||||
Exterior cladding shall be consistent with historic building design. Materials may consist of brick, brick veneer, stone, stucco, split-face concrete block, clapboard (horizontal) siding, or board and batten (vertical)siding: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| All four sides of the building shall contain complementary exteriors: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Pitched roofs shall be wood, slate, cement tile, asphalt shingles, flat metal or standing rib seam sheet metal: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Buildings fronting Broadway Street shall have cornices or parapets that incorporate materials that are consistent with overall composition of the building: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
| PEDESTRIAN SHELTERS, PUBLIC SPACE | ||||
| Buildings fronting Broadway Street shall contain pedestrian shelters such as awnings, canopies, or recesses at least 5 feet over the pedestrian area along a minimum sixty percent (60%) of ground floor elevation: No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| At least three percent (3%) and not less than three hundred (300) square feet of each new development site shall be designated and improved as ADA accessible civic space: No = 0, Yes = 1 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Street frontages shall be improved with pedestrian amenities, as defined in EMC 16.08.010, equal to or greater than 0.5% of the estimated construction cost of the proposed building(s): No = 0, Yes = 2 | N/A | 0 | 1 | 2 |
| Possible ____________ Received ____________ | ||||
Total Possible ____________ Total Received ____________ Percentage ____________
Is a minimum of one point in each category received? Y ____________ N ____________
Are the standards in 16.26.050 Subsection B, 8—9 met? Y ____________ N ____________
(Ord. No. 2012-005, § 3, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2015-006, § 5, 1-11-2016; Ord. No. 2017-006, § 5, 11-13-2017; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018)
Intended to promote economic diversification. It accommodates certain commercial, light industrial, and governmental uses that are not conducive to locating in the D zone; such as those with large, unenclosed sales or storage areas, and those requiring large parcels.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 4 (part): prior code § 10.223 (part); Ord. No. 2012-005, § 4, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in a C-1 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 4; Ord. 2000-26 § 4(1): prior code § 10.223(1); Ord. No. 2012-005, § 5, 9-10-2012; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a general commercial district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 5; Ord. 2000-26 § 4(2): prior code § 10.223(2); Ord. No. 2015-002, § 4, 4-28-2015; Ord. No. 2015-003, § 3, 4-13-2015; Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2016-005, § 6, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 7, 8-22-2016)
The following standards shall apply in a C-1 zone:
(Ord. 2000-26 § 4(3): prior code § 10.223(3); Ord. No. 2012-005, § 6, 9-10-2012)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 4(4): prior code § 10.223(4))
The C-2 zone is intended for a mixture of office, retail, personal or business service, plus allowing residential uses. C-2 was created to promote the most productive capacity of property. Several areas of the city have developed into a combination of residential and commercial use zones. The purpose of this zoning district is to recognize and to continue this development pattern.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 5 (part): prior code § 10.224 (part); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016)
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in a C-2 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 6; Ord. 2003-10 § 2; Ord. 2000-26 § 5(1): prior code § 10.224(1); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a residential commercial district subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 7; Ord. 2000-26 § 5(2): prior code § 10.224(2); Ord. No. 2016-003, § 1(Exh. A), 5-23-2016; Ord. No. 2016-005, § 8, 8-22-2016)
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the C-2 zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 9, 8-22-2016)
The following standards shall apply in a C-2 zone:
| Single-family dwelling | 5,000 square feet |
| Duplex, triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for each dwelling unit |
| Cottage Cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.32.040.B. |
| Motel, hotel, or resort | 1,500 square feet per guest unit |
(Ord. 2000-26 § 5(3): prior code § 10.224(3))
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 5(4): prior code § 10.224(4))
The MMU zone implements the Mill Area Mixed-Use Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to provide flexible opportunities for the development of a mix of land uses that are safe, clean, and compatible with existing and planned land uses at the core of the City.
| Single-family dwelling or duplex | 4,000 square feet |
| Triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for the first five dwelling units 1,500 square feet per lot for each unit above five |
| Cottage cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.33.030.D. |
2. Exception for Conversions. When a duplex, triplex, or fourplex is created by internally converting, or expanding the floor area of, an existing single-family dwelling, no minimum lot size shall apply.
D. Maximum Residential Density. Maximum residential density for multi-family dwellings shall be 40 dwelling units per net acre. See EMC 16.60.060.
E. Minimum Residential Density. New residential subdivisions and new multi-family dwellings shall meet a minimum density standard of 15 dwelling units per net acre. See EMC 16.60.070.
F. Setbacks:
G. Parking Requirements:
H. Sidewalks and Driveways: Sidewalks, driveways, and service driveways shall conform to standards established by this code.
I. Building Height: Buildings shall not exceed the maximum height of sixty-five (65) feet.
J. Landscaping:
K. Access and Circulation:
All portions of Wade Creek that cross or are adjacent to master-planned area shall be daylit concurrent with initial development of the planned area.
The R-C zone implements the Riverfront Commercial Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to promote local tourism and history, outdoor recreation, and the use of adjacent park facilities, the Clackamas River, and connecting multi-use paths with a variety of commercial uses that attract local and out-of-town customers while enhancing the area's natural aesthetics and protecting adjacent open spaces.
The H-C zone implements the Highway Commercial Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to provide for large-footprint and vehicle-oriented commercial uses that are not appropriate for Downtown or other commercial areas, while ensuring that new development is appropriately screened and restricting residential uses, industrial uses, and excessive signage.
The CMU zone implements the Central Mixed-Use Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to establish small-footprint commercial uses, intermixed with denser residential uses, that cater primarily to customers in nearby residential areas and that do not detract from Downtown, while developing Eagle Creek Rd as a tree-lined, pedestrian and bicycle-friendly corridor.
| Single-family dwelling or duplex | 4,000 square feet |
| Triplex or fourplex | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Commonwall dwellings | 2,500 square feet per lot for the first five dwelling units; 1,500 square feet per lot for each unit above five |
| Cottage cluster | 2,500 square feet per dwelling unit |
| Multi-family dwelling | See Maximum Residential Density under Section 16.37.060.B. |
The O-C zone implements the Outdoor Commercial Comprehensive Plan policies. It is intended to preserve and enhance the area's natural aesthetic and establish commercial and public uses that attract local and out-of-town visitors, while protecting natural wetlands and adjacent residential land uses and ensuring that the area's commercial uses do not detract from Downtown.
The M-1 zone is intended for the expansion of light industrial uses. It permits wholly enclosed light industrial uses and commercial uses which are compatible to the surrounding area, subject to conditions.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 6 (part): prior code § 10.225 (part))
The following uses and their accessory uses are permitted in an M-1 zone:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 8; Ord. 2000-26 § 6(1): prior code § 10.225(1); Ord. No. 2016-005, § 10, 8-22-2016; Ord. No. 2018-002, § 1, 8-13-2018)
The following are allowed as accessory uses in the Light Industrial zone:
(Ord. No. 2011-004, § 1, 1-9-2012)
The following uses and accessory uses may be permitted in a light industrial zone subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
(Ord. 2007-6 § 9; Ord. 2000-26 § 6(2): prior code § 10.225(2); Ord. No. 2011-004, § 2, 1-9-2012; Ord. No. 2018-003, § 3(Exh. 6), 10-8-2018)
The following uses are prohibited in the Light Industrial zone:
(Ord. No. 2011-004, § 3, 1-9-2012; Ord. No. 2016-005, § 11, 8-22-2016)
(Ord. 2000-26 § 6(3): prior code § 10.225(3); Ord. No. 2011-004, § 4, 1-9-2012; Ord. No. 2012-008, § 1, 1-14-2013; Ord. No. 2018-001, § 1, 6-11-2018)
The standards of this section pertaining to accessory structures and setbacks may be modified as provided for in EMC 16.60.030 through EMC 16.60.050.
(Ord. 2000-26 § 6(4): prior code § 10.225(4))
The purpose of the Airport Zone is to encourage and support the continued operation and vitality of public-use airports by allowing certain airport-related commercial, residential, and recreational uses in accordance with state law.
All uses, activities, facilities and structures allowed in the Airport Zone shall comply with the requirements of the Airport Safety and Compatibility Overlay Zone established in Chapter 16.54 of this Title. In the event of a conflict between the requirements of this zone and those of the Airport Safety and Compatibility Overlay Zone, the requirements of the overlay zone shall control.
The following uses and accessory uses are permitted outright in the Airport Zone:
The following uses and accessory uses are permitted in the Airport Zone subject to EMC 16.88.020 and the review procedures in EMC 16.132.010 through EMC 16.132.050:
The following standards shall apply in the A-P zone:
This zone is created to ensure public greenways, pathways, and parks and to allow for public facilities, under certain conditions.
(Prior code § 10.227 (part))
Planning Commission, after public hearing, may permit the following uses, where such uses are deemed essential or desirable to the public convenience or welfare and are consistent with the goals, objectives and policies of the comprehensive plan.
(Prior code § 10.227(1))
Marijuana production, marijuana processing, marijuana wholesaling, and marijuana retailing are prohibited in the O-S zone.
(Ord. No. 2016-005, § 13, 8-22-2016)
The intent and purpose of this overlay district is to implement the goals and policies of the comprehensive plan and encourage property owners to enhance and maintain historically designated resources within the city community. In the H-R zone, the following regulations shall apply.
The provisions of this section are intended to:
(Prior code § 10.228 (part))
(Prior code § 10.228(A))
(Prior code 10.228(B))
Designated historic resources may be used for any use which is allowed in the underlying district. This includes both primary and conditional uses. For a conditional use to be approved, the proposed use must be found not to be detrimental to the historic resource.
(Prior code § 10.228(C))
(Prior code § 10.228(D))
All applications for demolition of a designated historic resource shall be reviewed by the historic resource review committee. The applicant for the demolition permit shall submit the following information:
All demolition permits subject to review by the historic resources review committee shall be subject to the notice and hearing procedures identified under EMC 16.132.
(Prior code § 10.228(E))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
(Ord. 2005-6 § 1 (part))
The purpose of this overlay zone is to encourage and support the continued operation and vitality of Estacada’s public-use airport(s) by establishing compatibility and safety standards to promote air navigational safety, and to reduce potential safety hazards for persons living, working or recreating near the airport.
Except as otherwise provided herein, written notice of applications for land use or limited land use decisions as defined in ORS 197.015 (12), including comprehensive plan or zoning amendments and development applications, in an area within this overlay zone, shall be provided to the airport sponsor and the Oregon Department of Aviation in the same manner as notice is provided to property owners entitled by law to written notice of land use or limited land use applications.
All uses permitted by the underlying zone shall comply with the height limitations in this Section. When height limitations of the underlying zone are more restrictive than those of this overlay zone, the underlying zone height limitations shall control.
Table 1: Limitations & Restrictions On Allowed Uses.
Key: P = Use is Permitted; L = Use is allowed under Limited circumstances described under the corresponding number in the list below; N = Use is Not allowed. | ||||
| Use Category | RPZ | Approach surface | Direct impact area | Secondary impact area |
| Public airport | L | L | P | P |
| Residential | N | L | L | P |
| Commercial | N | L | L | P |
| Industrial | N | L | P | P |
| Institutional | N | L | L | P |
| Farm use | P | P | P | P |
| Roads/parking | L | P | P | P |
| Utilities | L | L | L | L |
| Parks/open space | L | P | P | P |
| Athletic field | N | L | L | P |
| Mining | N | L | L | L |
| Water impoundment | N | N | N | N |
| Wetland mitigation | N | L | L | L |
Limitations and restrictions on the allowed uses in Table 1 include:
Any use or activity that would result in the establishment or expansion of a water impoundment shall comply with the requirements of this section.
The intent and purpose of this overlay is to implement the goals and policies of the comprehensive plan and protect the designated wetland resources within the community.
(Prior code § 10.231 (part))
Wetland areas within the Estacada urban growth boundary are identified on inventory maps prepared by the U.S. Department of the Interior, Fish and Wildlife Service.
Pursuant to OAR 660-16-000(5)(b), the city shall designate the wetlands and riparian habitat areas identified on the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) as potential resource sites and rely on state and federal permits for proposed development on the sites.
(Prior code § 10.231 (part))