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100. THE URBAN RENEWAL PLAN
A. General
The Sherwood Urban Renewal Plan consists of Part One Text and Part Two Exhibits. The 
Sherwood City Council acts as the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Sherwood, Oregon.
This Plan has been prepared pursuant to Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) Chapter 457, the 
Oregon Constitution, and all applicable laws and ordinances of the State of Oregon and City of 
Sherwood respectively. All such applicable laws and ordinances are made a part of this Plan, 
whether expressly referred to in the text or not.
The Urban Renewal Area is a single geographic area with a single contiguous boundary in 
which a variety of activities and projects are contemplated to eliminate blight and the causes 
of blight and intended to create an environment in which the private sector may develop uses 
compatible with the purposes of this plan.
This Urban Renewal Plan for the Sherwood Urban Renewal Area was approved by the City 
Council of the City of Sherwood on_________________ by Ordinance No. -.
B. The Renewal Plan Area Boundary
The boundary of the renewal area is shown in Exhibit 1, attached to this plan. A legal 
description of the project boundary is included as Attachment "A" of this plan.
200. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION 
This renewal plan was developed under the guidance of the Sherwood Urban Renewal Plan 
Advisory Committee. The Plan Advisory Committee met three times during the course of the 
planning process, and also participated in a public workshop on the plan. All meetings of the 
Plan Advisory Committee were open to the public for discussion and comment. 
The Sherwood Planning Commission met to review the Plan on August 15, 2000. The 
Sherwood City Council held a public hearing on adoption of this Plan on August 29, 2000. 
Additional notice on City Council adoption of the Plan was provided, as required by ORS 
457.120.
300. RELATIONSHIP TO LOCAL OBJECTIVES
The purpose of this Renewal Plan is to eliminate blighting influences found in the Renewal 
Area, to implement goals and objectives of the City of Sherwood Comprehensive Plan, and to 
implement development strategies and objectives for the Sherwood Urban Renewal Area. The 
Urban Renewal Plan relates to the following local goals and objectives: 
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301 City Of Sherwood Comprehensive Plan 
ORS 457.085 requires that an Urban Renewal Plan relate to definite local objectives. The City's 
Comprehensive Plan considers a wide range of goals and policies relating to land uses, traffic, 
transportation, public utilities, recreation and community facilities, economic development, 
housing and environmental protection. Specific goals and policies found in the Sherwood 
Comprehensive Plan that relate to this Plan are detailed in Attachment B of this Plan. 
302 Renewal Plan Goals and Objectives
Introduction
This Plan will help implement the goals and objectives of the “Sherwood Comprehensive Plan” 
and the “Vision for Old Town – 2000” which define the basic intents and framework for the 
future of Old Town Sherwood and the Six Corners commercial district. The Plan will assist in 
meeting the City’s economic development objectives through rehabilitation of older and 
historic structures, redevelopment of key sites, improving transportation and utility facilities in 
the both commercial districts, assisting with the construction of needed public facilities, and 
creating public amenities.
The goals of this Plan are:
A. Promote Private Development
Goal: To promote private development, redevelopment, and rehabilitation in both Old Town 
and Six Corners to help create jobs, tax revenues, and self-sustaining, vital, and vibrant 
commercial districts.
Objectives:
1. Enhance the environment for development and investment through improvements to 
streets, streetscapes, parks, and public buildings and spaces.
2. Assist property owners in rehabilitating buildings so they can accommodate more intensive 
and dynamic commercial activity.
3. Help create economic vitality by creating activities and encouraging uses that bring a 
significant number of potential shoppers and investors to each district.
B. Rehabilitate Building Stock
Goal: To upgrade the stock of existing structures in Old Town Sherwood which contribute to its 
small-town character, but which are run down or do not meet current Code requirements.
Objectives:
1. Improve the appearance of existing building in order to enhance the overall aesthetics of 
Old Town.
2. Help in improving the safety of older buildings in regard to seismic stability, fire safety, 
building code compliance and accessibility to persons with disabilities.
3. Redevelop building and areas that are inconsistent with the goals and objectives of this plan 
in manners that benefit the entire economic development effort and the property owners.
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C. Improvements to Streets, Streetscapes, and Open Spaces
Goal: To improve existing streets and construct missing street links to improve connectivity 
within both districts, to improve and enhance public open spaces as in integral part of each 
district, and to enhance livability.
Objectives:
1. Enhance streetscapes by installing street lighting, street furniture, banners, planters and 
other amenities.
2. Reconstruct existing roadways and sidewalks where need and in a manner meeting the 
urban design recommendations of this Plan.
3. Construct new streets to provide connectivity and encourage private investment.
4. Improve the N. Sherwood Boulevard corridor connecting Old Town and Six Corners with 
visual amenities such as decorative lighting, landscaping, and removal of overhead wiring
5. Improve pedestrian and bicycle access to and through both Old Town and Six Corners.
6. Create pedestrian plazas within Old Town that are attractive areas for residents and 
employees, that stimulate economic activity, and that enhance livability.
7. Improve access both visually and for pedestrians to Stella Olson Park.
D. Utility Improvements
Goal: Improve and repair utilities to allow efficient development of the two areas.
Objectives:
1. Construct or reconstruct utilities (including water, sewer, and storm sewer) as necessary to 
encourage and permit development of private properties and public amenities.
2. Create a backbone system for high-speed data transmission throughout Old Town to help 
encourage development of professional office space and other high employment businesses.
E. Parking
Goal: Develop convenient, attractive parking facilities close to shopping, entertainment, and 
business destinations.
Objectives:
1. Construct public parking to support Old Town businesses and activities.
2. Provide separate areas for employee parking so close-in parking can be available for 
customers.
F. Public Facilities
Goal: Maintain, remodel, and construct public facilities, including the existing City Hall, Library, 
the Old School, the Hite House, Old City Hall, and a potential library expansion or relocation, 
to strengthen and reinforce Old Town as the historic center of Sherwood and to serve as an 
anchor for the Old Town’s economy.
Objectives:
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1. Evaluate the appropriateness of each public building for its current role and identify any 
alternatives for that role.
2. Determine appropriate uses supportive of the goals and objectives of this plan for each 
public building not currently being used in its ultimate use.
G. Performing Arts
Goal: Develop a strategy to make performing arts a major backbone of Sherwood’s culture 
and economy focusing efforts on Old Town.
Objectives:
1. Develop a performing arts strategy based on both public and private investment and on-
going operations.
2. Evaluate the Robin Hood Theater to determine and program needed improvements to meet 
an economically viable performing arts role.
3. Evaluate the need for additional performing arts venues and activities including the Stella 
Olson Park Amphitheater, the Old School, and potentially a new theater, and program for the 
provision of those facilities.
400. PROPOSED LAND USES
A. Land Use Plan
Exhibit 2, the "Zoning Map" describes the locations of the principal land use classifications that 
are applicable to the Renewal Area. The land use plan for the Renewal Area is consistent with 
the Sherwood Comprehensive Plan. 
The Land Use Plan consists of the Land Use and Zoning Map (Exhibit 2) and the descriptive 
material and regulatory provisions contained in this Section (both those directly stated and 
those included by reference). This Plan shall be in accordance with the approved City of 
Sherwood Comprehensive Plan and Zoning Map of the City of Sherwood. The use and 
development of land in the Renewal Area shall be in accordance with the regulations 
prescribed in the Comprehensive Plan, Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision Ordinance, City Charter, 
or any other applicable local, county, state or federal laws regulating the use of property in the 
Urban Renewal Area. 
Exhibit 2, the "Land Use and Zoning Map" describes the locations of the principal land use and 
zoning classifications that are applicable to the Renewal Area. Comprehensive Plan 
designations and Zoning Districts are the same in the Sherwood Comprehensive Plan.
The Comprehensive Plan and Zoning applying to the Renewal Area are:
Residential Zones
The Low Density Residential (LDR) zoning district provides for single-family 
housing and other related uses with a density not to exceed five dwelling units 
per acre. Other uses include: manufactured homes; agricultural uses such as 
truck farming and horticulture; home occupations; group homes not exceeding 
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five persons in residence, family day care providers, government assisted 
housing or residential care facilities; and public recreational facilities such as 
parks, playfields, sports and racquet courts.
The Medium Density Residential, Low (MDRL) zoning district provides for single-
family and two-family housing, manufactured homes on individual lots and in 
parks, and other related uses, with a density not to exceed eight dwelling units 
per acre, while the Medium Density Residential, High (MDRH) district provides 
for a variety of medium density housing, including single-family, duplexes, and 
manufactured housing on individual lots, multi-family housing, and other related 
uses, with a density not to exceed eleven dwelling units per acre. The High 
Density Residential (HDR) zoning district provides for higher density multi-family 
housing and other related uses, with a density not to exceed sixteen dwelling 
units per acre. 
Commercial Zones
The NC zoning district provides for small scale, retail and service uses, located 
in or near residential areas that enhance the residential character of those 
neighborhoods. The RC zoning district provides areas for general retail and 
service uses that neither require larger parcels of land, nor produce excessive 
environmental impacts. The GC zoning district provides for commercial uses that 
require larger parcels of land, including shopping centers, and/or uses which 
involve products and activities that require special attention to environmental 
impacts. 
Industrial Zones
The LI zoning district provides for the manufacturing, processing, assembling, 
packaging and treatment of products which have been previously prepared from 
raw materials. Industrial establishments in this zone do not have objectionable 
external features and generally feature well-landscaped sites and attractive 
architectural design. 
Institutional / Public Zone
The IP zoning district provides for major institutional and governmental 
activities such as schools, public parks, churches, government offices, utility 
structures, hospitals, correctional facilities and other similar public and quasi-
public uses. 
500. DESCRIPTION OF PROJECTS TO BE UNDERTAKEN 
In order to achieve the objectives of this Plan, the following activities will be undertaken on 
behalf of the City by the Urban Renewal Agency in accordance with applicable federal, state, 
county, and city laws, policies, and procedures. The Renewal Agency may fund these activities 
in full, in part, or seek other sources of funding for them. The description of projects herein 
provides general authority to undertake these activities. These project activities may be 
modified, or expanded upon as needed to meet renewal plan objectives. Changes will be 
undertaken in accordance with procedures for amendments to this Plan.
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501. Redevelopment Through New Construction
Redevelopment through new construction may be achieved by public or private property 
owners, with or without financial assistance by the Renewal Agency. To encourage 
redevelopment through new construction, the Renewal Agency is authorized to set guidelines, 
establish loan programs and provide below-market interest rate and market rate loans and 
provide such other forms of financial assistance to property owners and those desiring to 
acquire and redevelop property, as it may deem appropriate in order to achieve the objectives 
of this Plan.
502. Preservation, Rehabilitation, and Conservation
The purpose of this activity is to conserve and rehabilitate existing buildings where they may 
be adapted for uses that further Plan goals. Rehabilitation and conservation may be achieved 
by owner and/or tenant activity, with or without financial assistance by the Renewal Agency.
To encourage rehabilitation and conservation, the Agency is authorized to create guidelines, 
establish loan and grant programs and provide below market interest rate and market rate 
loans to the owners of buildings, or those intending to acquire buildings, which are in need of 
rehabilitation and for which rehabilitation and reuse is economically feasible.
503. Acquisition and Redevelopment of Property
The Renewal Agency is authorized to acquire property within the Area, if necessary, by any 
legal means to achieve the objectives of this Plan. Property acquisition, including limited 
interest acquisition, is hereby made a part of this Plan and may be used to achieve the 
objectives of this Plan. All acquisition of property will require will require a minor amendment 
to the plan as set forth in Section 800 of this Plan
A. Acquisition requiring City Council ratification.
City Council ratification is required for Renewal Agency acquisitions for the following purposes:
1.  Assembling land for development by the public or private sector. Such acquisition shall 
be undertaken only following completion of a minor amendment to this Plan as set forth 
in Section 700B1 of this Plan. The City Council shall ratify the minor amendment to this 
Plan by resolution. 
2.  Where conditions exist that may affect the health, safety and welfare of the Area and it 
is determined that acquisition of such properties and demolition of the improvements 
thereon are necessary to remove substandard and blighting conditions, acquisition shall 
be undertaken only following completion of a minor amendment to this Plan as set forth 
in Section 700B1 of this Plan. The City Council shall ratify the minor amendment to this 
Plan by resolution. 
3.  Acquisition for any purpose that requires the use of the Agency’s powers of eminent 
domain. Such acquisition shall be undertaken only following completion of a minor 
amendment to this Plan as set forth in Section 700B1 of this Plan. The City Council 
shall ratify the minor amendment to this Plan by resolution. 
B. Acquisition not requiring City Council ratification.
Land acquisition not requiring City Council ratification requires a minor amendment to this Plan 
as set forth in Section 700C2 of this Plan. The minor amendment to the Renewal Plan may be 
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adopted by the Renewal Agency by Resolution. The Agency may acquire land without Council 
ratification where the following conditions exist:
1.  Where it is determined that the property is needed to provide public improvements and 
facilities as follows:
a. Right-of-way acquisition for streets, alleys or pedestrian ways; 
b. Right of way and easement acquisition for water, sewer, and other utilities
c. Property acquisition for public use, or for public buildings and facilities
2.  Where the owner of real property within the boundaries of the Area wishes to convey 
title of such property by any means, including by gift.
C. Properties to be acquired 
At the time this plan is prepared, no properties are identified for acquisition. If plan 
amendments to acquire property are approved, a map exhibit shall be prepared showing the 
properties to be acquired and the property will be added to the list of properties to be 
acquired. The list of properties acquired will be shown in this section of the Plan. The map 
exhibit shall be appropriately numbered and shall be included in Part Two as an official part of 
this Urban Renewal Plan.
504. PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS 
This activity will enable the Renewal Agency to make needed public infrastructure 
improvements in the project area, and carry out Renewal Plan and Comprehensive Plan 
objectives relating to streets, sidewalks, water, sewer, parking, pedestrian and bicycle 
amenities, parks, and public facilities. 
Anticipated Improvements
Public improvements may include activities needed to carry out the construction, 
reconstruction, repair or replacement of public infrastructure including, but not limited to:
1.  Parks and open space;
2.  On and off-street parking facilities and structures;
3.  New or improved streets, curbs and gutters;
4.  New sidewalks or other pedestrian improvements, including bikeways, pedestrian ways, 
and trails
5.  Facilities supportive of the residential and business development of the renewal area, 
such as meeting, conference, educational, recreational, or cultural spaces; 
6.  Facilities supportive of the identity of the area, such as plazas, gateways, and public art.
7.  Vehicular and pedestrian linkages between Highway 99 and the Old Town area;
8.  Special graphics for directional and informational purposes;
9.  Decorative landscaping, including trees, shrubs, plants, ground covers, and other plant 
materials including irrigation systems, soil preparation and/or containers to support 
same;
10.  Tables, benches and other street furniture including signage, kiosks, phone booths, 
drinking fountains, decorative fountains, street and trail lights, and traffic control 
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devices; 
11.  Sidewalk awnings, canopies and other weather-sheltering devices for the protection of 
pedestrians and to augment transit passenger facilities;
12.  Flood control and prevention facilities, storm water, sanitary sewer, water, power, 
communication, and other public or private utilities;
13.  Expanded and upgraded utility infrastructure.
The extent of the Agency’s participation in funding public building facilities will be based upon 
an Agency finding on the benefit of that project to the renewal area, and the importance of the 
project in carrying out Plan objectives. 
505. PROPERTY DISPOSITION
The Renewal Agency is authorized to sell, lease, exchange, subdivide, transfer, assign, pledge, 
encumber by mortgage or deed of trust, or otherwise dispose of any interest in real property 
which has been acquired, in accordance with the provisions of this Urban Renewal Plan.
All real property acquired by the Renewal Agency in the Area shall be disposed of for 
development for the uses permitted in the Plan at its fair re-use value for the specific uses to 
be permitted on the real property. Real property acquired by the Renewal Agency may be 
disposed of to any other person or entity by the Renewal Agency, in accordance with the Plan, 
by negotiated sale for its fair reuse value. All persons and entities obtaining property from the 
Renewal Agency shall use the property for the purposes designated in this Plan, and shall 
commence and complete development of the property within a period of time which the 
Renewal Agency fixes as reasonable, and to comply with other conditions which the Renewal 
Agency deems necessary to carry out the purposes of this Plan.
To provide adequate safeguards to insure that the provisions of this Plan will be carried out to 
prevent the recurrence of blight, all real property disposed of by the Renewal Agency, as well 
as all real property owned or leased by participants which is assisted financially by the 
Renewal Agency, shall be made subject to this Plan. Leases, deeds, contracts, and agreements 
by the Renewal Agency may contain restrictions, covenants, or any other provisions necessary 
to carry out this Plan.
506. PLAN ADMINISTRATION
It is the intent of this Renewal Plan to provide for the effective administration of the Plan, and 
to plan for the various activities contained in the Plan. Project funds may be utilized to pay 
indebtedness associated with preparation of the urban renewal plan, to carry out design plans, 
miscellaneous land use and public facility studies, engineering, market, and other technical 
studies as may be needed during the course of the urban renewal plan. Project funds may be 
utilized to pay for marketing materials and programs to assist in carrying out the objectives of 
the redevelopment plan. Project funds also may be used to pay for personnel and other 
administrative costs incurred in management of the renewal plan. 
600. REDEVELOPER'S OBLIGATIONS
Redevelopers within the Urban Renewal Area will be subject to controls and obligations 
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imposed by the provisions of this Plan. Redevelopers also will be obligated by the following 
requirements:
1.  The Redeveloper shall develop or redevelop property in accordance with the land use 
provisions and other requirements specified in this Plan.
2.  The Renewal Agency may require the redeveloper to execute a development agreement 
acceptable to the Renewal Agency as a condition of any form of assistance by the 
Renewal Agency. The Redeveloper shall accept all conditions and agreements as may 
be required by the Renewal Agency.
3.  The Redeveloper shall submit all plans and specifications for construction of 
improvements on the land to the Renewal Agency or its designated agent, for review 
and approval prior to distribution to reviewing bodies as required by the City.
4.  The Redeveloper shall commence and complete the development of such property for 
the use provided in this Plan within a reasonable time as determined by the Agency.
5.  The Redeveloper shall not effect any instrument whereby the sale, lease, or occupancy 
of the real property, or any part thereof, is restricted upon the basis of age, race, color, 
religion, sex, marital status, or national origin.
700. AMENDMENTS TO THE RENEWAL PLAN
It is anticipated that this Renewal Plan will be reviewed periodically during the execution of the 
Project. The plan may be changed, modified, or amended as future conditions warrant. Types 
of Plan amendments are:
A. Substantial Amendments
Substantial amendments consist of:
1. Increases in the urban renewal area boundary, in cumulative excess of 1%, 
shall be a substantial amendment requiring approval per ORS 457.095, and 
notice as provided in ORS 457.120. 
2. Increasing the maximum amount of indebtedness to be issued under the plan 
shall be a substantial amendments requiring approval per ORS 457.095, and 
notice as provided in ORS 457.120. 
3. The addition of improvements or activities which represent a substantial 
change in the purpose and objectives of this Plan, and which cost more than 
$500,000, shall be a substantial amendment requiring approval per ORS 
457.095, but not requiring notice as provided in ORS 457.120. The $500,000 
amount will be adjusted annually from the year 2000 according to the 
"Engineering News Record" construction cost index for the Northwest area.
B. Minor Amendments Requiring Approval by City Council.
Amendments to the Plan defined in this section shall require approval by the 
Agency by Resolution, and approval by the City Council by Resolution. Such 
amendments are defined as:
1. Acquisition of property for purposes specified in Sections 503A of this plan.
C. Other Minor Amendments.
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Minor amendments may be approved by the Renewal Agency in resolution form. 
Such amendments are defined as:
1. Amendments to clarify language, add graphic exhibits, make minor 
modifications in the scope or location of improvements authorized by this Plan, 
or other such modifications which do not change the basic planning or 
engineering principles of the Plan.
2. Acquisition of property for purposes specified in Section 503B of this plan.
3. Addition of a project substantially different from those identified in Sections 
501 through 506 of the Plan or substantial modification of a project identified in 
Section 501 through 506 if the addition or modification of the project costs less 
than $500,000 in 1999 dollars. 
4. Increases in the urban renewal area boundary, not in cumulative excess of 
1%.
800. MAXIMUM INDEBTEDNESS 
The Maximum Indebtedness authorized under this plan $35,347,600 (Thirty-five million, three 
hundred forty-seven thousand, and six hundred dollars).
900. FINANCING METHODS
A. General 
The Urban Renewal Agency may borrow money and accept advances, loans, grants and other 
forms of financial assistance from the federal government, the state, city, county or other 
public body, or from any sources, public or private for the purposes of paying indebtedness 
incurred in undertaking and carrying out this Plan. In addition, the Agency may borrow money 
from, or lend money to a public agency in conjunction with a joint undertaking of a project 
authorized by this Plan. If such funds are loaned, the Agency may promulgate rules and 
procedures for the methods and conditions of payment of such loans.
B. Tax Increment Financing
It is contemplated that the project will be financed in whole or in part by tax increment 
financing, as authorized in ORS 457.420 through ORS 457.450. 
C. Prior Indebtedness 
Any indebtedness permitted by law and incurred by the Urban Renewal Agency or the City in 
connection with preplanning for this Urban Renewal Plan shall be repaid from tax increment 
proceeds generated pursuant to this section.
1000. RELOCATION
The Agency will provide relocation assistance to all persons or businesses displaced by project 
activities. Those displaced will be given assistance in finding replacement facilities. All persons 
or businesses, which may be displaced, will be contacted to determine such relocation needs. 
They will be provided information on available space and will be given assistance in moving. All 
relocation activities will be undertaken and payments made, in accordance with the 
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requirements of ORS 281.045 281.105 and any other applicable laws or regulations. 
Relocation payments will be made as provided in ORS 281.060. Payments made to persons 
displaced from dwellings will assure that they will have available to them decent, safe, and 
sanitary dwellings at costs or rents within their financial reach. Payment for moving expense 
will be made to residences and businesses displaced. The Renewal Agency may contract with 
Oregon Dept. Of Transportation (ODOT), or other parties to help administer its relocation 
program.
1100. DEFINITIONS
The following definitions will govern the construction of this Plan unless the context otherwise 
requires:
"Area" means the area included within the boundaries of the Sherwood Urban Renewal District.
"City" means the City of Sherwood, Oregon.
"City Council" means the City Council of the City of Sherwood, Oregon.
"Comprehensive Plan" means the City's Comprehensive Land Use Plan and its implementing 
Ordinances, policies and development standards.
"County" means the County of Washington, State of Oregon.
"Displaced" person or business means any person or business who is required to relocate as a 
result of action by the Urban Renewal Agency to vacate a property for public use or purpose. 
"Disposition and Development Agreement” means an agreement between the Urban Renewal 
Agency and a private developer which sets forth the terms and conditions under which will 
govern the disposition of land to a private developer.
"Exhibit" means an attachment, either narrative or map, to the Urban Renewal Plan for the 
Sherwood Urban Renewal Area, Part Two Exhibits.
"ORS" means Oregon Revised Statute (State Law) and specifically Chapter 457 thereof.
"Plan" means the Urban Renewal Plan for the Sherwood Urban Renewal Area, Parts One and 
Two.
"Planning Commission" means the Planning Commission of the City of Sherwood, Oregon.
"Project, Activity or Project Activity" means any undertaking or activity within the Renewal 
Area, such as a public improvement, street project or other activity which is authorized and for 
which implementing provisions are set forth in the Urban Renewal Plan.
"Report" means the report accompanying the Plan, as provided in ORS 457.085 (3).
"Redeveloper" means any individual or group acquiring property from the Urban Renewal 
Agency or receiving financial assistance for the physical improvement of privately or publicly 
held structures and land.
"Text" means the Urban Renewal Plan for the Sherwood Urban Renewal Area, Part One Text.
"Urban Renewal Agency" means the Urban Renewal Agency of the City of Sherwood, Oregon.
"Urban Renewal Area", "Sherwood Urban Renewal Area", or "Renewal Area" means the 
geographic area for which this Urban Renewal Plan has been approved. The boundary of the 
Renewal Area is described in Exhibits made a part of this plan.
URBAN RENEWAL PLAN
PART TWO 
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EXHIBITS AND ATTACHMENTS
Exhibit will be a boundary map of the urban renewal area
Exhibit will be a zoning map of the urban renewal area
Exhibit will be placement of project activities
ATTACHMENT A WILL BE A METES AND BOUNDS LEGAL DESCRIPTION OF THE RENEWAL AREA.
SHERWOOD URBAN RENEWAL PLAN
ATTACHMENT B
COMPREHENSIVE PLAN GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
ORS 457.085 requires that an Urban Renewal Plan relate to definite local objectives. The City's 
Comprehensive Plan considers a wide range of goals and policies relating to land uses, traffic, 
transportation, public utilities, recreation and community facilities, economic development, 
housing and environmental protection. Specific goals and policies found in the Sherwood 
Comprehensive Plan which relate to this Plan are:
LAND USE POLICIES OF THE COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Land Use Chapter forms the backbone of the Comprehensive Plan. It expresses and 
applies City policy governing the allocation of land resources in the Planning Area. It specifies 
the kind, location and distribution of land use that the community intends to see developed. 
The development of land use policy has been the result of a carefully defined planning process 
that encouraged the involvement of all persons and agencies with an interest in the use of 
land within the Urban Growth Area of Sherwood. 
An existing land use inventory and analysis was conducted in 1977 and again in 1989 to 
determine factors contributing to the existing pattern of development and the possible effects 
of the existing land use pattern on future development. A buildable land survey was taken to 
determine the nature and extent of vacant and developable land that is available and suitable 
for future urban growth. Then, standards were developed and applied to make a determination 
of future space needs for each major category of land use. These studies are to be periodically 
updated to provide the most reliable basis for plan policy.
1. EXISTING DEVELOPMENT PATTERN
Existing development in the Sherwood Planning Area is located in and around the original town 
center along the Southern Pacific Railroad line. The development pattern clearly indicates the 
historic reliance of the first community of Sherwood on the railroad for transportation of 
person and goods.
The development pattern indicates historic growth outward from the original town center grid 
to the hillside south of the railroad tracks and along major radial streets.
The existing 1990 distribution of developed land by major category in the Urban Growth 
Boundary is residential 54%; commercial 6%; industrial 17%; and public and semi-public 
23%. About 205 acres, or almost 9% of all land within the urban area, is nonbuildable due 
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primarily to flood plains, creek bank slopes, and power line easements.
2. APPLICABLE LAND USE POLICIES AND IMPLEMENTING STRATEGIES
Policy 1 Residential areas will be developed in a manner that will insure that the integrity of 
the community is preserved and strengthened.
Strategy:
• New housing will be located so as to be compatible with existing housing.
• Buffering techniques shall be used to prevent the adverse effects of one use upon another. 
These techniques may include varying densities and types of residential use, design features 
and special construction standards.
Policy 2 The City will insure that an adequate distribution of housing styles and tenures are 
available.
Strategy:
• New developments will be encouraged to provide an adequate distribution of owner-occupied 
and renter-occupied units of all types and densities.
Policy 3 The City will insure the availability of affordable housing and locational choice for all 
income groups.
Strategy:
• Housing shall be of a design and quality compatible with the neighborhood in which it is 
located.
3. APPLICABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT POLICIES AND STRATEGIES
Policy 1 The City will coordinate on-going economic development planning with involved public 
and private agencies at the state, regional, county and local level.
Strategy:
• The City will develop and update an economic database through a two-way sharing of 
information between public and private agencies involved in economic planning.
Policy 2 The City will encourage economic growth that is consistent with the management and 
use of its environmental resources.
Strategy:
• The City will adopt and implement environmental quality performance and design standards 
for all industrial, commercial and institutional uses.
• The City will seek to attract non-polluting industries to the urban area.
• The City will provide bikeway and pedestrian linkages between residential and non-
residential areas.
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Policy 3 The City will direct public expenditures toward the realization of community 
development goals by assuring the adequacy of community services and facilities for existing 
and future economic development.
Strategy:
• The City will coordinate planning with special districts providing services to the urban area to 
assure the adequacy of those services to support economic development.
• The City will continue to develop plans and improvement programs for parks, libraries and 
other “soft” services, recognizing that adequate facilities in these areas are an important 
component in business attraction and retention.
Policy 4 The City will seek to improve regional access to the urban area as a means to 
encourage local economic development.
Strategy:
• The City will encourage the maximum use of the railroad corridor, encourage the 
development of spur service lines where needed and evaluate the feasibility of passenger 
service.
Policy 5 The City will seek to diversify and expand commercial and industrial development in 
order to provide nearby job opportunities, and expand the tax base.
Strategy:
• The City will encourage the revitalization of the Old Town Commercial area by 
implementation of 1983’s “Old Town Revitalization Plan” and the Old Town Overlay Zone.
Policy 6 The City will seek funding through EDA or HUD for the rehabilitation of the Old Town 
and Washington Hill neighborhoods.
Strategy:
• The City will seek implementation of new and rehabilitated housing goals set in the Regional 
Housing Opportunity Plan.
• The City will encourage the provision of affordable housing by designating areas within the 
City for medium density and high density developments, and by participating in State and 
Federal housing subsidy programs.
4. APPLICABLE COMMERCIAL LAND USE POLICIES AND STRATEGIES
Policy 1 Commercial activities will be located so as to most conveniently service customers.
Strategy:
• Community wide and neighborhood scale commercial centers will be established.
• Commercial centers will be located so that they are easily accessible on major roadways by 
pedestrians, auto and mass transit.
• Neighborhood commercial centers will be designated in or near residential areas upon 
application when need and compatibility to the neighborhood can be shown.
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Policy 2 Commercial uses will be developed so as to complement rather than detract from 
adjoining uses.
Strategy:
• Commercial developments will be subject to special site and architectural design 
requirements.
• The older downtown commercial area will be preserved as a business district and unique 
shopping area.
Policy 4 The 1983 “Sherwood Old Town Revitalization Plan” and its guidelines and strategies 
are adopted as a part of the Sherwood Comprehensive Plan.
• The City will continue to encourage implementation of the goals, objectives, strategies and 
improvement projects outlined in the “Old Town Revitalization Plan.”
5. APPLICABLE INDUSTRIAL USE OBJECTIVES
Policy 1 Industrial uses will be located in areas where they will be compatible with adjoining 
uses, and where necessary services and natural amenities are favorable.
Strategy:
• Industrial development will be restricted to those areas where adequate major roads, and/or 
rail, and public services can be made available.
Policy 2 The City will encourage sound industrial development by all suitable means to provide 
employment and economic stability to the community.
Strategy:
• The City will allocate land to meet current and future industrial space needs that will provide 
an appropriate balance to residential and commercial activities.
• The City will encourage clean capital and labor-intensive industries to locate in Sherwood.
6. COMMUNITY DESIGN
Policy 1 The City will seek to enhance community identity, foster civic pride, encourage 
community spirit, and stimulate social interaction through regulation of the physical design 
and visual appearance of new development.
Strategy:
• Develop a civic/cultural center and plaza park as a community focus.
• Develop a system of streets, bikeways, sidewalks, malls, and trails linking schools, shopping, 
work, recreation and living areas.
• Promote the preservation of historically or architecturally significant structures and sites.
Policy 2 The formation of identifiable residential neighborhoods will be encouraged.
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Strategy:
• Neighborhood scale facilities such as retail convenience centers, parks and elementary 
schools will be provided in or near residential areas.
• Natural and manmade features shall be used to define neighborhoods and protect them from 
undesirable encroachment by incompatible uses.
Policy 3 The natural beauty and unique visual character of Sherwood will be conserved.
Strategy: 
• Eliminate the visual presence of public utilities where possible.
• Adopt a sign ordinance that regulates the number, size and quality of signs and graphics. 
Standardize and improve the quality of public signs and traffic signalization.
• Develop and apply special site and structural design review criteria for multi-family, and 
manufactured housing parks, commercial and industrial developments.
• Develop and maintain landscaped conservation easements along major roadways and 
parkway strips along minor streets.
• Implement the Old Town design guidelines in the 1983 "Sherwood Old Town Revitalization 
Plan".
Policy 4 Promote creativity, innovation and flexibility in structural and site design.
Strategy:
• Encourage visual variety in structural design.
Policy 5 Stabilize and improve property values and increase tax revenues by the prevention of 
blighting influences including those resulting from noise, heat, glare, air, water and land 
pollution, traffic congestion, improper site and structure maintenance and incompatible land 
uses.
Strategy:
• Through traffic will be minimized in residential areas.
• Local site access will be discouraged along arterial and collector streets.
• Use a variety of buffering techniques to minimize the effects of incompatible uses.
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