Join fellow Gorge residents for a Community Forum (Klickitat edition) to discuss how National Scenic Area land use rules and review processes are affecting homeowners, property rights, and the future of Gorge neighborhoods. This is a follow-up to the Skamania Community Forum in Underwood, which was tremendously successful, bringing more than 50 neighbors and other stakeholders together to have these critical conversations about the direction of our community under the current Gorge Management Plan.

Whether you’ve faced delays trying to build or improve your home, been denied a permit, or are curious about how these regulations shape what’s allowed in our communities, this is a chance to connect with neighbors, ask questions, and share your story. Together, we’ll explore how these policies work, why they matter, and what options we may have to advocate for more fair, transparent, and locally accountable processes.

This is a neighbor-run event, and officials and other stakeholders are invited to attend and participate. If you have specific questions, please send them to gorgebaf at gmail dot com. Organizers may not have all the answers, but will try to find the right agency or other source that may be able to help. You don’t have to live in Klickitat County to attend this event and share your story. Future community discussion nights will be scheduled in Wasco and Hood River counties.