Public Comments Welcome for Residential Wildfire Mitigation Building Code – Discussion at Bend City Council’s April 1, 2026 meeting

To make future housing developments more resilient to wildfire, the City Council will take public comment and consider adopting Section R327 of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code at its April 1, 2026, meeting.

This proposed ordinance would apply wildfire-resilient construction practices for newly constructed residential dwellings and accessory structures (but not apartment buildings, commercial construction, or additions/renovations of existing buildings) by requiring the use of non-combustible or ignition-resistant materials for roofing, gutters, windows, and other exterior components to help reduce the risk of structure ignition during wildfire events.  More information and details about the meeting can be found at the following link:  What to know: Residential Wildfire Mitigation Building Code

More information about the proposed adoption of the R327 code, meeting details, and opportunities for public input will be available at bendoregon.gov/citycouncil.