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Goal 7 - Areas Sllbject to Natu..al Disaste..s and Hazards. This goal requires that in areas of natural hazards, such as landslides and floods, developnlents nlust incorporate appropriate safeguards. l\fetro Plan Policy C-4: Local governments shall require site-specific soil surveys and geologic studies where potential problems exist. When problems are identified, local governments shall require special design considerations and construction measures be taken to offset the soil and geologic constraints present, to protect life and property, and to protect environmentally sensitive areas. II Page III-C-7. The site is not in a floodplain or flood way . It is level and not subject to slides. The goal does not address artificial hazards, such as those from traffic, industrial acti\'ity, or excavation. The applicant has addressed the problem of noise, safety, air quality and compatibility with nearby industrial activities by proposing a large buffer of nonresidentiaIly-designated land to the east of the existing resin plant. In addition, the applicant has proposed to fence and landscape the entire western boundary of the property, consistent with wetlands regulations, to provide a bermed and fenced buffer at least 30 feet deep, along 'h,ith a similar buffer area at least one hundred feet deep along the northwest boundary. These buffers shall be requirements of this plan amendment, to be implemented upon site revie\v. Goal 8 - Recreational Needs. This goal requires planning for recreation areas, facilities and opportunities in appropriate proportions and in such quantity and locations as is consistent with the availability of resources. The site is located four blocks due west of Tyson Park (see attached map from Mid-Springfield Refinement Plan), well within the park's half-mile service radius. The park provides the neighborhood with open space, softball, picnicking, basketball facilities, and open space. The Springfield area is well-served by the Willamalane Parks and Recreation District, with a complete park system, indoor pools, and athletic facilities. The central location of the site will make efficient use of these facilities in a well-served part of town. Goal 9 - Economic Development. This goal calls for diversification and improvement of the ~on9my. Among other things, each comlTIunity must inventory its stock of buildable commercial and industrial lands, project future need for such lands, and plan and zone adequate acreage to meet the projected needs. 5