Bend Vacation Rental Controversy, New Construction Design Trends, Upcoming Film Festival and More
Bend Vacation Rental Debate
The impact of vacation rentals is an important topic in Bend. The Bend City Council has responded to a call from some neighborhoods to consider issues surrounding vacation rentals, a popular and growing option for visitors. The City is working to balance neighborhood livability with private property rights and our tourism economy. This conceptual work plan was presented at the October Council Meeting. The process will take time and community opinion is needed. Interesting to see the density of such vacation rentals in some neighborhoods, but also to see some unexpected approved homes. Click here to view a map of approved properties. To read more and keep up to date on the progress, visit this page at bendoregon.gov.
What's Hot in New Construction and What's Not
The National Association of Home Builders highlights what to expect in new construction over the next several years. Homes have changed since the market shift. Luxury homes are now being built slightly smaller. Smart, energy-efficient homes are still very popular. Interior courtyards, white on white spaces, bold exterior colors, specialty lighting and blurred lines between indoor spaces and outdoor living spaces.........To read more
BendFilm Festival 2014- October 9th-12th
Another great community event that backs the entrepreneur, the creative mind and talent from all over. BendFilms contribution is to provide brave and talented independent filmmakers exposure, opportunity and funding. The creation of film, without the burden of box office concerns, is a luxury BendFilm cultivates for filmmakers. For those who demonstrate mastery in the craft of filmmaking, BendFilm salutes them and then provides capital that will help them continue their work. The venue is local with dozens of films playing in intimate venues from the 9th through the 12th. The festival celebrates eleven years of success this month. For a schedule of showings and .....To learn more
   
 
October Events
Calendar of Events for area happenings this month.
John's Steelhead Cooking Class
October 11th

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Sisters Harvest Faire
October 12th

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Sunriver Spooktacular
October 31st

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Significant Listings in Every Neighborhood
Sandy and John Kohmoos and Cascade Sotheby's International Realty represent some of the most extraordinary properties in Central Oregon.
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Bend, OR

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Bend, OR

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Bend, OR

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Sandy and John Kohlmoos
Brokers
Cascade Sotheby's International Realty
650 SW Bond St.
Suite 100
Bend, OR 97702
541-408-4309
541-480-8131
deactivated_john.kohlmoos@cascadesir.com
www.bestbendhomes.com
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