The proposed subdivision is on a 29-acre property at 4540 Pringle Rd. S.E. (Ardeshir Tabrizian/Salem Reporter)
The Salem City Council on Monday delayed a vote on a proposed subdivision on an historic farm in south Salem.
The delay is intended to give city staff more time to gather further information about the Meyer Farm property. A tentative plan approved by the city planning administrator calls for subdividing the 29-acre property at 4540 Pringle Road S.E. into 139 single-family lots.
The council unanimously voted to keep allowing public comment until Feb. 14 while the city forester determines the number of significant trees on the property.
Removing Oregon white oaks was one of the main concerns echoed in public comments.
Before the Feb. 14 meeting, city staff will summarize any additional evidence and present it during that council meeting.
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