The City of Cannon Beach has decided not to waive land use regulations that protect Oregon's ocean beaches from development. On July 31, a beachfront property owner in Cannon Beach filed a Measure 37 claim to construct a motel on top of beach sand dunes long protected by the Oregon Beach Bill of 1967. While parts of the claim were accepted, the city ruled against authorizing development west of the vegation line, thus preventing construction on top of the beach. Hopefully, this decision will set a precedent for rejection of similar Measure 37 claims that threaten the Oregon Beach Bill of 1967. Thanks to our north coast volunteers who submitted written comments and/ or provided pro bono legal support. You rock!
