The following sections contain the Codes, Plans and Standards adopted by the City of Coos Bay.
Helpful Links
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Jordan Cove Application
The Jordan Cove Energy Project L.P. has applied to the City for a Comprehensive Plan Map Amendment.
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South Coast Development Council (SCDC)
SCDC is an economic development leader and has a goal of maintaining and improving the economic viability of the Southern Oregon Coast. SCDC works closely with groups, both local and state organizations, that offer business assistance. They offer business retention and business recruitment, workforce training, financial support, loans, grants and business seminars.
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Business Oregon
Business Oregon is the state's economic development agency and serves both the business and infrastructure needs across the state. Business Oregon works to create, retain, expand, and attract businesses. The Coos Bay office of provides information and assistance to local business owners with the State’s economic development programs as well as offering counseling, market research, and evaluation of international partners and other services to help companies develop and expand their products and services in key overseas markets.
FAQs
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× How do I apply for a land use application?
The Planning Division handles land use applications. There are a number of different land use applications including annexations, variances, right-of-way vacations, conditional uses, site plan and architectural reviews, land divisions, and code or text amendments. Any type of property improvement or development may trigger a land use review so it is important to check with the Planning Division to discuss your intentions prior to starting a project.
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× Can I reserve a gazebo or picnic table at Mingus Park?
The amphitheater and adjacent gazebo, near the swimming pool, can be reserved with a Special Event Application; there is no fee for this. The gazebo by the children's play area and picnic tables at Mingus Park are not able to be reserved, but are available on a first-come first-served basis. Please be courteous so that everyone can enjoy the facilities.
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× Do I need a permit to remove a tree from my property?
You do not need a permit or permission to remove a tree on your own property. However, if the tree is in the public right of way, such as next to the street or sidewalk, you must have approval from the Tree Board prior to removal. You may also need a Public Works Permit for work in the right of way. Contact the Public Works Department at 541-269-8918 for additional information.
City Codes
The Municipal Code contains all ordinances for the City of Coos Bay.
Ordinances are laws, rules and regulations which govern how City government works, and how citizens live and do business in the City of Coos Bay.
Codification is the systematic process of collecting and arranging the laws, rules and regulations of the City that are passed by Ordinance.
City Plans
Plans adopted by the Coos Bay City Council
Comprehensive Plan
Volume 3 - Estuary Management Plan
Economic Opportunity Analysis
City of Coos Bay Economic Opportunity Alaysis - Final Report - June 17, 2009
FRONT STREET ACTION PLAN
City Standards
The following Standards and Specifications have been adopted by the City of Coos Bay as a guide for standardization within the city.
Design Standards, Policies & details
Utility & Service Lateral Installation Restoration Policy - 2018