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City of Eugene - dohansen-Mooa2 ,~ouse ? Page 6 Historic Landmark Designation Application - Written Statement March 24, 2004 Metro Plan The Johansen-Moody House is designated Low Density Residential on the Metro Plan diagram. Establishment of the structures as a historic landmark will ensure the preservation of its historic residential character. Only uses that are compatible with this character will be allowed under the future proposed historic zoning. Preservation of the property will further the goals, objectives, and policies of the Historic Preservation Element of the Metro Plan. In particular, the proposal is consistent with the following policies found on page Ili-I-2: i. 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. 2. Institute and support projects and programs that increase citizen and visitor awareness of the area's history and encourage citizen participation in and support of programs designed to recognize and memorialize the area's history. Designating the Johansen-Moody House as a Historic Landmark will support the above policies by preserving one of the earliest and best preserved examples of farm-supported homesteads by Danish immigrants in lower River Road. Although there has been no inventory of cultural resources in the River Road area, research compiled by the current owner for this application demonstrates its historical significance. Future generations will benefit from the preservation of the architectural and historical contribUtions of the structure and its connection to early settlement of the River Road and Bethel/Danebo areas by the first wave of Danish immigrants, including the original owner, Neils Johansen. River Road/Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan The River Road/Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan designates the property for low density residential use. However, it is located in an area characterized by a mix of historic, residential, office, and retail uses. The following plan text points to the need to consider appropriate land use changes in this area: River Road/Railroad Boulevard Sub-area Recommendations (Page 2-24) 4. Maintain the existing land use patterns until completion of the Chambers Connector. The effects of the Chambers connector and related road improvements on the immediate area should be examined upon completion of final design and right of way acquisition and any appropriate changes adopted. 56