OAR 350-081-0620
Special Management Area Recreation Resource Review Criteria

(1)

The following shall apply to all new recreation developments and land uses in the Special Management Area:

(a)

New developments and land uses shall not displace existing recreational use.

(b)

Recreation resources shall be protected from adverse effects by evaluating new developments and land uses as proposed in the site plan. An analysis of both on and off site cumulative effects shall be required.

(c)

New pedestrian or equestrian trails shall not have motorized uses, except for emergency services and motorized wheelchairs.

(d)

Mitigation measures shall be provided to preclude adverse effects on the recreation resource.

(e)

The facility guidelines contained in 350-081-0620 (Special Management Area Recreation Resource Review Criteria)(1) are intended to apply to individual recreation facilities. For the purposes of these guidelines, a recreation facility is considered a cluster or grouping of recreational developments or improvements located in relatively close proximity to one another. Recreation developments or improvements to be considered a separate facility from other developments or improvements within the same recreation intensity class must be separated by at least one-quarter mile of undeveloped land (excluding trails, pathways, or access roads).

(f)

New development and reconstruction of scenic routes (see Part III, Chapter 1 of the Management Plan) shall include provisions for bicycle lanes.

(g)

The Executive Director may grant a variance of up to 10 percent to the guidelines of Recreation Intensity Class 4 for parking and campground units upon demonstration that:

(A)

Demand and use levels for the proposed activity(s), particularly in the area where the site is proposed, are high and expected to remain so and/or increase. Statewide Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) data and data from National Scenic Area recreation demand studies shall be relied upon to meet the criterion in the absence of current applicable studies.

(B)

The proposed use is dependent on resources present at the site.

(C)

Reasonable alternative sites offering similar opportunities, including those in Urban Areas, have been evaluated, and it has been demonstrated that the proposed use cannot be adequately accommodated elsewhere.

(D)

The proposed use is consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies in Chapter 4, Part 1 of the Management Plan.

(E)

Through site design and/or mitigation measures, the proposed use can be implemented without adversely affecting scenic, natural, or cultural resources and adjacent land uses.

(F)

Through site design and/or mitigation measures, the proposed use can be implemented without affecting treaty rights.

(G)

Mass transportation shall be considered and implemented, if feasible, for all proposed variances to Recreation Intensity Class 4.

(2)

Special Management Areas Recreation Intensity Class Guidelines

(a)

Recreation Intensity Class 1 (Very Low Intensity) Emphasis is to provide opportunities for semi-primitive recreation.

(A)

Permitted uses are those in which people participate in outdoor activities to realize experiences such as solitude, tension reduction, and nature appreciation.

(B)

The maximum site design capacity shall not exceed 35 people at one time on the site. The maximum design capacity for parking areas shall be 10 vehicles.

(C)

The following uses may be permitted:
(i)
Trails and trailheads.
(ii)
Parking areas.
(iii)
Dispersed campsites accessible only by a trail.
(iv)
Viewpoints and overlooks.
(v)
Picnic areas.
(vi)
Signs.
(vii)
Interpretive exhibits and displays.
(vii)
Restrooms.

(b)

Recreation Intensity Class 2 (Low Intensity) Emphasis is to provide opportunities for semi primitive recreation.

(A)

Permitted uses are those that provide settings where people can participate in activities such as physical fitness, outdoor learning, relaxation, and escape from noise and crowds.

(B)

The maximum site design capacity shall not exceed 70 people at one time on the site. The maximum design capacity for parking areas shall be 25 vehicles.

(C)

All uses permitted in Recreation Intensity Class 1 are permitted in Recreation Intensity Class 2. The following uses may also be permitted:
(i)
Campgrounds for twenty (20) units or less, tent sites only.
(ii)
Boat anchorages designed for no more than 10 boats at one time.
(iii)
Swimming areas.

(c)

Recreation Intensity Class 3 (Moderate Intensity) Emphasis is on facilities with design themes emphasizing the natural qualities of the area. Developments are complementary to the natural landscape, yet can accommodate moderate numbers of people.

(A)

Permitted uses are those in which people can participate in activities to realize experiences such as group socialization, nature appreciation, relaxation, cultural learning, and physical activity.

(B)

The maximum site design capacity shall not exceed 250 people at one time on the site. The maximum design capacity for parking areas shall be 50 vehicles. The GMA vehicle capacity level of 75 vehicles shall be allowed if enhancement or mitigation measures for scenic, cultural, or natural resources are approved for at least 10 percent of the site.

(C)

Accommodation of facilities for mass transportation (bus parking, etc.) shall be required for all new Recreation Intensity Class 3 day-use recreation sites, except for sites predominantly devoted to boat access.

(D)

All uses permitted in Recreation Intensity Classes 1 and 2 are permitted in Recreation Intensity Class 3. The following uses may also be permitted:
(i)
Campgrounds with improvements that may include vehicle access, water, power, sewer, and sewage dump stations.
(ii)
Boat anchorages designed for not more than 15 boats.
(iii)
Public visitor, interpretive, historic, and environmental education facilities.
(iv)
Full-service restrooms, may include showers.
(v)
Boat ramps.
(vi)
Riding stables.

(d)

Recreation Intensity Class 4 (High Intensity) Emphasis is on providing roaded natural, rural, and suburban recreation opportunities with a high level of social interaction.

(A)

Permitted uses are those in which people can participate in activities to realize experiences such as socialization, cultural and natural history appreciation, and physical activity.

(B)

The maximum design capacity shall not exceed 1,000 people at one time on the site. The maximum design capacity for parking areas shall be 200 vehicles. The GMA vehicle capacity level of 250 vehicles shall be allowed if enhancement or mitigation measures for scenic, cultural, or natural resources are approved for at least 20 percent of the site.

(C)

Accommodation of facilities for mass transportation (bus parking, etc.) shall be required for all new Recreation Intensity Class 4 day-use recreation sites, except for sites predominantly devoted to boat access.

(D)

All uses permitted in Recreation Intensity Classes 1, 2, and 3 are permitted in Recreation Intensity Class 4.

Source: Rule 350-081-0620 — Special Management Area Recreation Resource Review Criteria, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=350-081-0620.

350–081–0010
Purposes and Applicability 350–081–0012
Affected Area 350–081–0014
Maps 350–081–0016
Review and Approval Required 350–081–0018
Uniform Application of Management Plan 350–081–0020
Definitions 350–081–0030
Standards for Applications 350–081–0032
Application for Review and Approval 350–081–0034
Pre-Application Conference 350–081–0036
Acceptance of Application 350–081–0038
Notice of Development Review 350–081–0040
Comment Period 350–081–0042
Decision of the Executive Director 350–081–0044
Expiration of Approvals 350–081–0046
Changes or Alterations to an Approved Action 350–081–0050
Development Eligible for Expedited Review 350–081–0052
Resource and Treaty Rights Protections Guidelines 350–081–0054
Procedures for Expedited Review Process 350–081–0060
Emergency/Disaster Response Actions 350–081–0070
Exempt Land Uses and Activities 350–081–0072
Prohibited Land Uses and Activities 350–081–0074
Uses Allowed Outright 350–081–0076
Agricultural Buffer Zones in the General Management Area 350–081–0078
Variances 350–081–0080
Applying New Less-Stringent Regulations to Development Approved Under Prior Scenic Area Regulations 350–081–0082
Existing Uses and Discontinued Uses 350–081–0084
Indian Tribal Treaty Rights and Consultation 350–081–0086
Buffers from Existing Recreation Sites 350–081–0090
Agricultural Buildings 350–081–0092
Temporary Use — Hardship Dwelling 350–081–0094
Sewer and Water Services 350–081–0096
Docks and Boathouses 350–081–0098
Home Occupations and Cottage Industries 350–081–0100
Bed and Breakfast Inns 350–081–0102
Small-Scale Fishing Support and Fish Processing Operations 350–081–0104
Resource Enhancement Projects 350–081–0106
Disposal Sites for Spoil Materials from Public Road Maintenance Activities 350–081–0108
Commercial Events 350–081–0110
Columbia River Bridge Replacement 350–081–0112
Signs 350–081–0114
Special Uses in Historic Buildings 350–081–0120
Consolidation of Lots 350–081–0124
Land Divisions and Cluster Development 350–081–0126
Lot Line Adjustments 350–081–0170
Agricultural Land Designations 350–081–0180
Uses Allowed Outright — Agricultural Land 350–081–0182
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Agricultural Land 350–081–0190
Review Uses — Agricultural Land 350–081–0200
Review Uses with Additional Approval Criteria — Large-Scale or Small-Scale Agriculture 350–081–0210
Approval Criteria for Life Estates — Large-Scale or Small-Scale Agriculture Designations 350–081–0220
Approval Criteria for Specified Review Uses on Lands Designated Large-Scale or Small-Scale Agriculture 350–081–0230
Uses Allowed Outright for Lands Designated Agriculture — Special 350–081–0231
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Agriculture-Special 350–081–0232
Review Uses for Lands Designated Agriculture-Special 350–081–0234
Approval Criteria for Review Uses on Lands Designated Agriculture-Special 350–081–0236
Uses Prohibited on Lands Designated Agriculture-Special 350–081–0240
Range Conservation Plans 350–081–0250
Forest Land Designations 350–081–0260
Uses Allowed Outright — Forest Land 350–081–0262
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Forest Land 350–081–0270
Review Uses — Forest Land 350–081–0280
Review Uses with Additional Approval Criteria — Commercial Forest Land, or Large or Small Woodland Designations 350–081–0290
Approval Criteria for Specified Review Uses on Lands Designated Commercial Forest Land or Large or Small Woodland 350–081–0300
Approval Criteria for Fire Protection in GMA Forest Designations 350–081–0310
Approval Criteria for Siting of Dwellings on Forest Land in the GMA 350–081–0320
Approval Criteria for Life Estates in Commercial Forest Land or Small or Large Woodland 350–081–0330
Open Space Designations 350–081–0335
Uses Allowed Outright — Open Space 350–081–0338
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Open Space 350–081–0340
Review Uses — Open Space 350–081–0350
Residential Land Designations 350–081–0360
Uses Allowed Outright — Residential Land 350–081–0365
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Residential Land 350–081–0370
Review Uses — Residential Land 350–081–0380
Review Uses with Additional Approval Criteria — Residential Land 350–081–0390
Approval Criteria for Specified Review Uses on Lands Designated Residential 350–081–0400
Rural Center 350–081–0410
Uses Allowed Outright — Rural Center 350–081–0415
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Rural Center 350–081–0420
Review Uses — Rural Center 350–081–0430
Commercial Land 350–081–0440
Uses Allowed Outright — Commercial Designations 350–081–0445
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Commercial Designations 350–081–0450
Review Uses — Commercial Designations 350–081–0460
Approval Criteria for Review Uses on Lands Designated on Lands Designated Commercial 350–081–0470
Recreation 350–081–0480
Uses Allowed Outright — Public Recreation and Commercial Recreation 350–081–0485
Uses Allowed through the Expedited Development Review Process — Public Recreation and Commercial Recreation 350–081–0490
Review Uses — Public Recreation and Commercial Recreation 350–081–0500
Approval Criteria for Non-Recreation Uses in GMA-Public Recreation Designations 350–081–0510
Approval Criteria for Non-Recreation Uses in GMA-Commercial Recreation Designations 350–081–0520
General Management Area Scenic Review Criteria 350–081–0530
Special Management Area Scenic Review Criteria 350–081–0540
General Management Area Cultural Resource Review Criteria 350–081–0550
Special Management Area Cultural Resource Review Criteria 350–081–0560
General Management Area Wetland Review Criteria 350–081–0570
General Management Area Stream, Pond, Lake and Riparian Area Review Criteria 350–081–0580
General Management Area Sensitive Wildlife Review Criteria 350–081–0590
General Management Areas Rare Plant Review Criteria 350–081–0600
Special Management Areas Natural Resource Review Criteria 350–081–0610
General Management Areas Recreation Resource Review Criteria 350–081–0620
Special Management Area Recreation Resource Review Criteria 350–081–0630
Notice of Application Requirements
Last Updated

Jun. 8, 2021

Rule 350-081-0620’s source at or​.us