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The amendments to the Eugene Code that implement the Royal Avenue Specific Plan provide for the adoption of three new rrfixed use zoning districts (See # 10, above). The code amendments also provide for minimmn density levels in areas designated for Low Density Residential uses to fully utilize the u. pper range of the Low Density Residential designation (8 to 14 du/net acre). 13. Policy A.17 (Residential Land Use and Housing Element Page II[-.d-9) ~Provide opportunities fbr a full range of choice in housing type, density, size, cost, and location." The amendments to the Eugene Code that implement the Royal Avenue Specific Plan provide for a full range of housing types, size, and cost. (See #11, above). The code amendments also provide for choice in housing density by allowing for averaging of densities in low density areas. By requiring an average minimum density, developers are afforded some flexibility in providing a variety of lot sizes; some lots can be larger and some smaller than the average. The code amendments encourage housing within the node for all income groups with provisions for small lot development, which will encourage development of smaller, less expensive homes; and wkh allowances for small accessory unks to be built on single family lots. Construction of accessory traits will increase the city's stock of affordable housing. 14. Policy A. 18 (Residential Land Use and Housing Element Page [H-A-9) "Encourage a mix of structure types and densities w4thin residential designations by reviewing, and, if necessary amending local zoning and development regulations." The code amendments include new residential land development regulations that are specific to the planning area. The proposed development regulations allow a mix of all structure types within the node and encourage higher density development through the application of minimum density standards for all zones, reduced lot sizes, and increased lot coverage allowances for some housing types. 15. Policy A.21 (Residential Land Use and Housing Element Page HI-A-9) "Allow manufactured dwelling parks as an outright use in low-density residential zones if the local jurisdiction's prescribed standards are met." The code amendments provide for manufactured home parks as a permitted use in both the Low- Density Residential and Medium-Density Residential zoning districts. 16. Policy A.22 (Residential Land Use and Housing Element Page HI:~i-IO) "Expand opportunities for a mix of uses in newly developing areas and existing neighborhoods through local zoning and development regulations." The code amendments propose adoption of three new mixed-use zoning districts within the nodal development area~ These districts are named the Residential Mixed- Use, Conwnerdal Mixed-Use, and Main Street Commercial districts. Each of the proposed new districts would permit Exhibit A - 9