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densities of 15 units per net acre as required by the site's R-3 zone. The construction of the commercial building did not adversely affect the area~s residential land supply. The property now' needs a zone designation that will allow a wider range of commercial uses so that it may remain competitive with the larger commercial center proposed nearer to the south. Re-designating and zoning the property for commercial use, which recognizes its existing commercial status, will not adversely affect the available residential land supply. The remaining changes to the residential land supply in Chase Gardens results from the shifting of a Commercial designation from properties located easterly of Garden Way (the Wylie properties) to a location (the Simpson property) that is more accessible, visible, economically viable, and more centrally located within the high density residences. Land losing Commercial designation will gain a High Density Residential/Mixed Use designation. This shift will result in a net increase of approximately 2.5 acres of additional residential-designated land. The proposed Mixed Use zone regulations would retain minimum residential densities equivalent to the R-4 zone. The Historic Ensemble that is on the National Registry of Historic Places will gain a Mixed Use designation and subarea zone. The Ensemble will retain it's High density Residential designation. The proposed Mixed Use zone regulations would retain minimum residential densities equivalent to the R-4 zone. Therefore, the amendments are consistent with Goal 10. Goal 11- Public Facilities and Services. 7b plan and develop a timely, orderly, and efficient arrangement of public facilities and services to serve as a fi~amework fbr urban and rural development'. Basic urban services are provided to the general area and will be extended through improvement to Garden Way, with its affiliated extension of sanitary sewer services. Garden Way improvements are in the Capital Improvement Plan and scheduled to occur in 2002. Further extension of street and sanitary facilities to complete the area network will occur pursuant to existing code requirements. Other urban services, such as police~ fire/EMS, parks, planning and administrative services are already provided to this area by the City of Eugene. The area is also well served by two public transit lines and is on a proposed Bus Rapid Transit route. The proposed plan includes transit improvements that will be installed by a combination of public and private action pursuant to existing regulations. Therefore, these amendments are consistent with Goal 11. Goal 12~ Transportation. To provide and encourage a sqfe, convenient and economic transportation system. The nodal development plan resulted in a design that balances pedestrian, cyclist, and vehicle safety; the need to accommodate through traffic; and convenient access to local cornmercial and residential properties. Garden Way improvements will utilize "Smart Growth" design to Create a pedestrian-friendly environment and transit oriented district that result in reduced vehicle miles traveled. Current City code requires street connections, bicycle and transit improvements with Exhibit A - 5