Woodburn Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Woodburn Zoning Overview
Woodburn is located in Marion County between Salem and Portland along the Interstate 5 corridor. The city has a uniquely diverse population, with a significant Latino community that comprises a majority of residents. This diversity shapes the city's culture, commercial landscape, and housing needs. Woodburn is also known for the Woodburn Premium Outlets shopping center, a major regional retail destination.
The development code is managed by the Community Development Department. Woodburn's planning addresses growth pressure from its location between Oregon's two largest cities, affordable housing needs for its working-class population, and commercial development along the I-5 corridor.
Key Zoning Districts
Woodburn's code includes residential single-family (RS), residential multi-family (RM), commercial districts (CG, CO, DDC), and industrial zones. The downtown has its own zoning designation to support revitalization. The Woodburn Premium Outlets area has commercial zoning accommodating large-scale retail.
ADU Regulations
Woodburn allows ADUs in all residential zones per Oregon HB 2001. No parking or owner-occupancy is required. ADUs can help address affordable housing needs in this growing community.
Development Process
Community Development processes permits and land use applications. Major projects go before the Planning Commission. Development must comply with Oregon statewide planning goals.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Woodburn
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
State — Oregon
- Building Code: Oregon Structural Specialty Code (2021 IBC)
- State ADU Override: Yes (HB 2001 / SB 458 - Cities over 2,500 must allow ADUs; no owner-occupancy or parking mandates)
County — Marion County
- Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning
City / Municipal
The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
- Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- 5,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 30 ft
- Front Setback
- 15 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 15 ft
- Min Lot
- None
- Max Height
- 40 ft
- Front Setback
- 15 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 15 ft
- Min Lot
- None
- Max Height
- 45 ft
- Front Setback
- 0 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 10 ft
ADU Rules in Woodburn
- Max Size
- 800 sq ft
- Max Height
- 24 ft
- Rear Setback
- 5 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Parking
- None required (per state law)
- Owner Occupancy
- Not required (per state law)
- Permit Timeline
- 4-6 weeks
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Woodburn are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
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