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Public Input Needed on Updates to Community Development Code

Washington County is reviewing its Community Development Code — the rules that guide how land is used and developed — to determine how it might be updated to reflect state law, be more user-friendly, and reduce barriers to housing production.

Few documents have as much influence as the Community Development Code to shape how our community grows: the kinds of housing that can be provided, the resources protected, and the guidelines that encourage the creation of vibrant neighborhoods.

Join one of our open houses to learn more and share your feedback:

Online Open House: Now - April 5
In-Person Open House: Tues, March 17, 6:30-8:30 pm, presentation at 7 pm, Washington Street Conference Center

Online Open House: Now - April 5

Putting Safety into Action: Transportation Plan Update

Washington County is updating its Transportation Safety Action Plan (TSAP), which, once adopted, will serve as a strategic guide for improving transportation safety in Washington County.

The online open house gives community members the chance to review key crash trends, help prioritize safety strategies, and share their thoughts on the proposed updates.

Learn about key elements of the draft TSAP, including:

A stated commitment to safety
Priority strategies for reducing fatal and serious injury crashes
An approach to monitoring safety efforts

Share your comments via the online open house now through April 5.

For more information, visit Transportation Safety Action Plan.

Share Your Comments at the Online Open House

Walker Road and Murray Boulevard Intersection: Meet the Contractor

Meet the construction contractor and learn about upcoming traffic impacts for the Walker Road and Murray Boulevard Intersection Project.

In-Person Open House

Tuesday, March 24 from 5–7 p.m.

B4 Church, 13565 SW Walker Road

Construction is expected to begin this summer and continue through 2028.

The project will improve the intersection with dual left‑turn lanes, dedicated right‑turn lanes, and a new southbound lane on Murray Boulevard.

Work also includes replacing two bridges over Cedar Mill Creek and multiple culverts on Walker Road. A closure of Walker Road east of Murray Boulevard is expected in summer 2027 for culvert replacement.

This project is being delivered in partnership with the City of Beaverton, Clean Water Services, and Tualatin Valley Water District.

Project Details

From Our Partners

Big Changes in TriMet’s New Service Proposals

TriMet is planning major changes to transit service starting in August.

On March 11, the transit agency shared its updated service proposals, which were informed by public feedback on the previous proposals.

Among the most significant updates:

Line 58 will be combined with Line 19, as Line 19-Glisan/Canyon Rd. The combined line will provide service between the Beaverton and Gateway transit centers.
Bus service on Southwest Tualatin-Sherwood Road will continue. TriMet is combining Line 38 with Line 97, extending Line 97 to the Barbur Transit Center as Line 97-Tualatin-Sherwood/Kruse Way.

Find more information at trimet.org/servicecuts.

Career Opportunities

Discover career opportunities with the Department of Land Use & Transportation! We're committed to building and maintaining a great transportation system and planning and protecting our community's land.

Work with us!

Building Engineer – Closes 3/19
Building Permit Technician II - Closes 3/18

At Washington County, we believe our employees and services should reflect our growing and diverse community. We understand that taking care of our community means taking care of our employees.

Upcoming Neighborhood Meetings

Mar. 18: Contractor's Establishment for Tree Service

At 6 p.m. held virtually (instructions available here). The site is 3.16 acres in the AF-5 District (Agriculture & Forest District, 5-acre min) and is located at 21765 SW 78th Avenue, Tualatin.

Contact Joe and Courtney Grab, at 503-381-7868 or primarylm@yahoo.com with questions.

District 3; CPO 5

NOTE: Neighborhood Meeting information is provided as a courtesy only. Developers are required to hold Neighborhood Meetings prior to submitting certain land use applications. These meetings serve as a forum for the developer, Community Participation Organizations (CPOs), property owners within 500 feet in urban areas or 1,000 feet in rural areas, and any other interested parties, to discuss the proposal before an application is submitted to the County. County staff do not schedule these meetings nor attend them.

Questions? See the contact information included within each Neighborhood Meeting.

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