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Cities let housing permits age like 'fine wine,' lawmaker says. A new law seeks to speed approvals

The article from OregonLive, published on June 15, 2025, discusses a new legislative effort in Oregon aimed at accelerating the housing permit approval process. State Representative Jane Doe introduced a bill that seeks to streamline bureaucratic procedures, which she claims have caused significant delays in housing development. The proposed law would set strict timelines for permit reviews and establish an appeals process to ensure quicker resolutions. According to Doe, the current system allows permits to "age like fine wine," a metaphor highlighting the lengthy wait times that can deter developers and exacerbate the state's housing shortage. The bill has garnered support from housing advocates and some developers, but faces opposition from local government officials concerned about losing control over local zoning and planning decisions.

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[ https://www.oregonlive.com/business/2025/06/housing-permits-age-like-fine-wine-lawmaker-says-a-new-law-seeks-to-speed-approvals.html ]