Initial Contact – An applicant brings a proposal or idea to the Planning Division for discussion and initial feedback. The applicant is given appropriate pre-application requirements and application form.
Pre-Application Conference – Applicant submits pre-application materials and a meeting is scheduled with the appropriate city departments and affected agencies (this may include the Sandy Fire Marshall and Oregon Department of Transportation).
What is a temporary use or structure? A temporary use or structure is a use or structure intended for a limited duration to be located in an area not permitting such use or structure.
How long can I request a temporary use or structure for? Temporary uses are typically granted for a period not to exceed 90 days. Certain temporary structures may be granted for a period up to one year.
What are the review criteria for temporary uses or structures? Unlike many other land use applications, temporary use or structure permits do not contain specific approval criteria.
What is the difference between a partition and a subdivision? Partitions are land divisions of three or fewer parcels in a calendar year. Subdivisions are land divisions of four or more parcels in a calendar year. Both processes are approved through a two-step procedure: (1) tentative plat review and approval; and (2) final plat review and approval.
Where can I find partition and subdivision requirements? Partition and subdivision submittal requirements and review criteria are found in Chapter 17.100, Land Division, in the Development Code.
Long range planning is an analytical process that examines the physical, social, and economic aspects of the city. Through this analysis, long range planning helps the community look at the options it has for development and change. Examples of long range planning activities in Sandy include revising the Transportation System Plan, working on the Comprehensive Plan, and completing modifications to the Development Code. For more information on these activities see the links below.
NOTICE: The 2011 TSP is replaced by the 2023 TSP on July 20, 2023
The City's Transportation System Plan (TSP) serves as the foundation for the construction of arterial and collector streets, and helps shape the future development of Sandy. The State Transportation Planning Rule requires cities to prepare and adopt transportation plans as elements of their comprehensive plans.
On June 2, 2017, the State of Oregon Department of Land Conservation and Development (DLCD) approved the Sandy Urban Growth Boundary Amendment. The approval constituted DLCD’s order approving the amendment as provided in OAR 660-025-0175. To view the most updated draft study please click on the ‘UGB Expansion Final Report’ link on this web page or click here . Map #18 on page 57 of the final report details the new zoning designations in City limits and the conceptual zoning in the expanded UGB areas.
The City of Sandy is proud of its downtown. The 3/4 mile stretch between Bluff Road and Ten Eyck Road is the heart of the city and offers shopping, dining and entertainment. Sandy's downtown is also home to a variety of City services including City Hall, Sandy Fire and the Sandy Police Department, Sandy Public Library and the Sandy Community & Senior Center. Because downtown Sandy is a valuable asset to our community, the City has undertaken several urban renewal projects to increase the prosperity of the community by enabling an economically viable and vibrant city.
The Oregon Trail School District Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Plan lays the foundation for schools, the community, the City of Sandy, Clackamas County, and the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) to work together on reducing barriers for students walking and biking to school and making it safer.
The Sandy Police Department's mission is to fulfill the public safety needs of everyone who lives, works, or visits the Sandy community. We are committed to community oriented policing strategies, collaborating with our stakeholders to ensure police resources are utilized to target those most critical law enforcement areas as identified. We understand our role is to engage and be a part of our community while dedicating our time to activities that deter crime and the fear of crime.
Please use this page to find publicly accessible Police Department forms and links to other resources outside of the Sandy Police Department. All forms on this page are grouped into sub-categories to make individual forms easier to find. If the form you are looking for is not on this page, please call the Police Business Office during regular business hours (503) 668-5566 and contact the Records Manager for additional assistance.
