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2.2.6 Number of available ADA accessible units. Four ground level units will be ADA accessible, meeting or exceeding requirements as adaptable units under the Oregon Structural Specialty Code. 2.2.7 Responsiveness to neighborhood character and safety in respect to height. mass. architectural detaiL landscaping and open space. The composition has been arranged to achieve the density goals while limiting scale, particularly to approaching pedestrians. Setbacks have been exceeded, roofs hipped. By constructing a more expensive enclosed parking garage, the height of the building was dropped several feet lower than originally planned. Exterior materials all serve to provide resonance with the residential character. The allowable height in the R3 zone is 50 feet, however, the units being constructed will be about 38 feet. Public safety will be enhanced in the park by eliminating the current conditions which provide an ideal setting for drug dealing. An open iron fence along the north property line disallows foot traffic, while allowing visual access to the park via the courtyards and private balconies included in the design. Representatives of the Eugene police, East 13th Business owners, and the West University Neighborhood group agree that the park, now having a more shallow depth, together with the 165% increase in street frontage, is more conducive to lawful behavior. A secured parking garage will accommodate 35 of the 46 parking spaces. Private entry doors will be well lit in highly visible locations, all with two directions of approach. Bicycle storage is provided in locked rooms. 2.2.8 Number of units designed for home ownership. No units are designated for home ownership, however, a significant number of units have three or more bedrooms, making them suitable for family use. 2.2.9 Solicitation of comments from relevant neighborhood associations. The owners and their representatives have had several meetings with the West University Neighborhood group, East 13th Business owners, and police stationed at the 13th Avenue police station. The project has received a vote of confidence from the West University Neighborhood group, and prior approval by the Eugene City Council. 2.3 The project was monitored through the City's regular processes with respect to planning, permit and building and safety requirements to insure compliance with all local regulations; 2.4 Currently on the property are two houses (one with two units), three garage units, and an apartment above the garage. These structures are currently being rented by students, but are expected to be demolished in July or August, 2006; and 2.5 The owner has stated in the application and provided evidence that the proj ect would not be feasible without the tax exemption. 3. A display ad soliciting recommendations or comments from the public regarding Exhibit B to Resolution No. 4885 -- Report and Recommendation - Page 3