What is the purpose of a pre-application conference?

The pre-application ("pre-app") conference is a required first step when a project applicant is looking to develop or build a project. It is your opportunity to gain valuable input from the people and parties that will be analyzing and reviewing your applicant once it is submitted, including representatives from Planning, Public Works, Canby Utility, other utility providers, the consulting City Engineer, Canby FIre District, and Clackamas County.

Discussions in the pre-app often confirm the availability of public utilities and services, clarify the City's expectations for public improvements (e.g., right-of-way dedications and sidewalks), and uncover issues with a project design before it is finalized.