In this episode of Quality Living With Peaceful Support, host Amanda Whittemore talks with Jeremy Rogers, General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs at Oregon Realtors, about FEMA’s proposed strict floodplain development standards in Oregon, which stem from environmental lawsuits over endangered fish. These new rules, unique to the state, would require a “no net loss” of flood storage, water quality, and vegetation—meaning developers must offset any environmental impacts, often at great expense. Rogers explains that construction costs could rise by up to 30%, worsening Oregon’s housing crisis since much developable land lies in floodplains. The conversation highlights concerns about balancing environmental protection and housing needs, personal and communal improvement.
Host: Amanda Whittemore; Producer: Amanda Whittemore
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