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.