City of Cannon Beach

Planning

The Planning Department prepares short-term and long-term recommendations for land use in compliance with City and State policies, and implements adopted development goals and visions for the community. Planning Department Staff support the Planning Commission and the Design Review Board; provide land use and planning assistance to residents and property owners, and coordinates with other departments on related issues.

Department Information

Department Information
Open: Weekdays 8:00 am-5:00 pm
Telephone: (503) 436-8042

Planning Staff
Planning Director, Rainmar Bartl
Phone (503 )436-8040, Fax (503) 436-8041
Hours 8:00am-5:00pm (Mon-Wed), 8:00am-12:00pm (Thurs)

Administrative Assistant, Alisha Gregory
Phone (503) 436-8054, Fax (503) 436-8055

CREST (Columbia River Estuary Study Taskforce) has prepared the following brochures which help to explain important planning concerns in our coastal area:
- Federal Laws
- Oregon Coastal Planning Goals
- Erosion Control
- Wetland and Riparian Areas
- Wetland Permitting

Additional Links

City's Manual on Building Permit and Zoning Information [.pdf]
Flood Hazard Information
Municipal Code
Sign FAQ's Handout [.pdf]
Scope of the Design Review Board [.pdf]


Planning