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2.2.2 Responsiveness to adjacent historic structures. There are no adjacent historic structures. The building currently on the 534 East 14th lot is over 50 years old, but according to City of Eugene Senior Planner Ken Guzowski, is not a historic structure. 2.2.3 Use of higher quality materials that contribute to longevity. The project will reflect a high level of attention to detail. The exterior design of the Steelhead Townhouses will include the integrated usage of three different compatible siding materials and a variety of interesting design details. The interiors will feature granite countertops along with many other high quality finishes which are reflected in items such as cabinetry, floor coverings, and light fixtures. The bicycle storage area will be unique, functional, attractive, secure, and will have a roof to protect bicyclists from the elements when they are getting their bicycles in and out of storage. 2.2.4 Prominent entry facing the public street. The Steelhead Townhouses will have an attractive entry on 14th Avenue. Landscaping features and open space will be prominent. The Steelhead Townhouses will avoid a big box type of appearance to create a more attractive, livable environment for the West University neighborhood. 2.2.5 Number of units by which minimum density is exceeded or which incorporate three or more bedrooms to encourage families. Because all nine of the Steelhead Townhouse units will have four or more bedrooms, they are well suited to families as well as student groups. Marketing of the townhouses will focus on families such as university or hospital employees who might find it desirable to live close to their employment and across the street from the new West University Park. Increasing the density in this area will assist in creating additional housing close to the urban core. 2.2.6 Number of available ADA accessible units. The units will have unlimited ADA accessibility in the open spaces and on the first floor of each townhouse. The upper floors are only accessible by stairs, and, therefore, the upper floors are not wheelchair accessible. The applicant notes that safety and accessibility features will be included throughout the project to enable a wide variety of disabled persons to gain access to as much of the project as possible. For example, fire alarms will be suitable for the hearing and sight impaired. 2.2.7 Responsiveness to neighborhood character and safety in respect to height, mass, architectural detail. landsca?ing and o?en space. The project contains over 600/0 open space, significantly more open space than required by the Code for multi-family housing in this zone. The height of the townhouses will be limited to three stories, no higher than other structures in the immediate area. The high level of architectural detail and landscaping plan for this project will enhance the character of the neighborhood. Exterior lighting will be well designed and located which should reduce the amount of transient activity in the area. 2.2.8 Number of units designed for home ownership. The Steelhead Townhouses are not designed for individual homeownership, and will be available for lease only. 2.2.9 Solicitation of comments from relevant neighborhood associations. The applicant did not submit comments from the West University Neighborhood Association. However, the F:\CM0\2007 Council Agendas\M071 1 13\S071 1 13D.doc