Appeals

The authority to appeal or seek review of a decision is outlined In CDC 99.230 through 99.260.

Appeal Application Requirements

To submit an appeal, the application must include the following:

• Decision Details – The date and case file number of the decision being appealed.
• Standing Documentation – Proof that the appellant qualifies as a party of standing, as outlined in CDC 99.140.
• Basis for Appeal –A statement describing the basis or the appeal, including references to the West Linn Municipal Code and/or Community Development Code approval criteria or development standards that are allegedly unmet or misapplied.
• Neighborhood Associations - A copy of the meeting minutes and vote taken supporting the appeal per CDC 99.240 
• Fee - The required fee must paid before the appeal period expires.

Failure to submit the application and fee within the appeal period, or omission of any required elements specified in West Linn CDC Section 99.250.A(1-3), will result in the application being rejected.

The appeal or review hearing will be conducted de novo, incorporating all evidence previously presented to any lower approval authority into the record. The City Council may affirm, reverse, modify, or remand the decision which is the subject of the appeal.  City Council decisions may be appealed to the State Land Use Board of Appeals per OAR 661. Information on how to file a LUBA appeal can be found on the LUBA website.