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supply of Medium Density land within an underserved area of the community that is also located close to transit and other services. As such this proposed amendment supports Policy A.3. . Require development to pay the cost, as determined by the local jurisdiction, of extending public services and infrastructure. The cities shall examine ways to provide subsidies or incentives for providing infrastructure that support affordable housing and/or higher density housing. (Policy A.8) The applicant shall conform to City of Eugene requirements and pay the fair cost of extending public services and infrastructure. The proposed amendments within this amendment will allow a greater diversity of housing types to occur on the subject property than would be possible under the current designation. As such this proposed amendment supports this policy. Promote higher residential density inside the UGB that utilizes existing infrastructure,. improves the efficiency of public services and facilities, and conserves rural resource lands outside the UGB. (Policy A.I 0) . Generally locate higher density residential development near employment or. commercial service, in proximity to major transportation systems or within transportation-efficient nodes. (Policy A.II) Coordinate higher density residential development with the provision of adequate infrastructure and services, open space, and other urban amenities. (Policy A.I2) The proposed PAPA will promote higher density development by increasing the total supply of medium density designated and zoned land within the metropolitan area. The Santa Clara subarea is underserved by higher density development and through this amendment the applicant proposes to increase the overall supply. in the subarea to meet the needs of the community. The proposed amendment will locate Commercial land adjacent to Medium Density Residential on the same development site which allows for the integration of an overall complex, or mixed-use, development of commercial and residential. In addition, the proposed amendment is adjacent to River Road, a major transportation route which has existing Lane Transit District (L TD) bus service and is identified to have a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT/eMX) route ending at the current transfer station located approximately one-half mile to the south of the subject property on River Road. As such, the proposed PAPA supports the utilization of existing infrastructure while increasing overall density and providing needed commercial services. Increase overall residential density in the metropolitan area by creating more opportunities for effectively designed in-fill, redevelopment, and mixed use while considering impacts of increased residential density on historic, existing and future neighborhoods. (Policy A.I3) The subject area is located within "Potential Nodal Development Area 5C" (TransPlan) and the applicant is proposing to develop a mix of commercial and residential uses that shall include employment and commercial opportunities. These uses will benefit both future residents of the proposed development and existing residents of the River Road! Santa Clara area. The Development Site is located in the northwest comer of Potential Node 5-C and represents approximately 8.2% of Findings- November 19,2007 Page 14