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Applicable Metro Plan Policies Policy A22: Expand opportunities for a mix of uses in newly developing areas and existing neighborhoods through local zoning and development regulations. The proposed SAZ language expands opportunities to utilize historic properties in ways not possible through conventional zoning. Policy A25: Conserve the metropolitan area's supply of existing affordable housing and increase the stability and quality o folder residential neighborhoods through measures such as revitalization; code enforcement; appropriate zoning; rehabilitation programs; relocation of existing structures; traffic calming; parking requirements; or public safety considerations. These actions should support planned densities in these areas. The proposal stabilizes the neighborhood by assuring the preservation of an existing historic structure. The proposed SAZ language provides certainty to the neighborhood in terms of the future allowable uses on the Kaufman Senior Center property. The Special Area Zone provides incentives for revitalization and rehabilitation; historic properties are eligible for low interest loans from the city and tax credits from the state and federal governments, and these programs are more likely to be utilized if nonresidential uses are allowed. The proposed language incorporates sensitivity to the surrounding neighborhood into the development standards and approval criteria for adjustment review. Policy I1: Adopt and implement historic preservation policies, regulations, and incentive programs that encourage the inventory, preservation, and restoration of structures; landmarks; sites; and areas of cultural, historic, or archeological significance, consistent with overall policies. This SAZ application is a result of Eugene's Historic Preservation program. Properties listed on the city's Historic Landmark Inventory are eligible for Special Area Zones that protect their historic values while providing flexibility not available through a conventional zoning district. The Kaufman House is a unique property not well suited to residential zoning. If R-2 or R-3 zoning were retained on the property, future owners would be required to meet minimum densities if any change of use were to be proposed. This type of residential infill would compromise the gardens which have been associated with the house as a community asset for over 30 years. (2) The proposed zone change is consistent with applicable adopted refinement plans. In the event of inconsistencies between these plans and the Metro Plan, the Metro Plan controls. Westside Neighborhood Plan Diagram Exhibit C - 3