The City of Sandy, in cooperation with the Clackamas County GIS Department, maintains GIS (Geographic Information System) data of City utilities and Planning Data.
If you have noticed the abundance of beautiful trees in Sandy you will not be surprised that the City was recognized by the National Arbor Day Foundation in 2005 as a Tree City USA. We are proud to promote the importance of our trees within the community. See the Tree City USA website for more information.
The following is a list of some applicable information that pertains to construction. If you are looking for information not contained below please contact the Building Department to find out more information.
The City of Sandy's "Weblink" feature allows anyone with Internet service to view, download, and print any document in the City's electronic archives. Over 150,000 pages of city documents have been scanned and archived. These include city ordinances, City Council meeting agendas, minutes, Planning Commission packets and minutes, correspondence, agreements, and other important city documents.
The Planning Division reviews all development applications to determine compliance with applicable local, state, and federal regulations. These applications may include subdivisions, planned developments, new commercial/industrial development, multi-family projects, and government projects. The primary functions of development review include:
Design Review is the process of evaluating design components of a building proposal relative to standards contained in the Development Code. Design review typically looks at components of the development related to the site, such as building orientation, parking, landscaping and physical aspects of the building design. The City has adopted “Sandy Style” design standards which guide the look of most buildings.
A Conditional Use is a use that would generally not be appropriate within a particular area but, if controlled, would not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of that area. Conditional Use requests require notification to adjoining property owners and are reviewed by the Planning Commission. For new development, uses required to obtain Conditional Use approval also typically require design review.
When is a Conditional Use Permit required?
Potential Conditional Uses are listed in each zoning district.
All wall, projecting, freestanding, integrated business center, panel changes and A-frame signs within the City Limits are regulated through Chapter 15.32 of the Sandy Municipal Code (SMC). Limitations on types of signs are based on zoning districts, sizes, location, and quantities permitted.
General Information - Sign Design Review
All signs, both proposed and existing, must be in conformance with the Sandy Development Code and any other restrictions or conditions previously imposed by the City of Sandy on the subject property.
