Item A: Ordinance on Chambers Special Area Zone

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(2) The proposed zone change is consistent with applicable adopted refinement plans. In the event of inconsistencies between t/tese plans and the Metro Plan, the Metro Plan controls. Applicable Growth Management Policies OMS PolicJ! #1. Support the existing Eugene Urban Growth Boundary by takiltg actions to increase density and use existing vacant land and under~usetlland within the bOUltdaty more efficiently. The proposed amendments support this policy. The amendments provide for an increase in residential densities in areas zoned S-CIR-I and S-CIR-2 through new provisions for compatible development on alleys and in the rear yards of lots that are already developed. The increased densities achieved tlu'ough infill provide for the efficient use of urban land. OMS Policv #2. Encourage in~fiU, mixed-use, redevelopment, and higher density development. The proposed amendments support this policy. The Chambers Special Area zone provides for compatible infill and redevelopment projects within the area and provides for residential densities to increase above the current density level. OMS Polier #4. Improve the appearance of buildings and landscapes. The proposed amendments support this policy. The S-C/R-2, S-CIR-l and S-C/C-2 zones all have requirements for improvements to building appearance and landscapes. The S-C/R-2 zone requires provisions for (among other things): roof design, building orientation, building setback, garage placement and window placement Code amendments for new development for properties within the S-C/C-2 zoned areas include provisions that will improve the appearance of commercially developed property along street frontages. Commercial street facades within 15 feet of the street will provide certain architectural features to improve the appearance to the street frontage. OMS Policv #6. Increase density of new housing development while maintaining the character and livability of individualneighborltoods. The proposed amendments support this policy. The primary focus and chief objective of the Chambers Reconsidered project was to provide new development standards that would allow an increase in residential densities while maintaining the character and livability ofthe East Traditional Neighborhood that lies within the study area. GMS Policy #8. Promote construction of affordable housing. Exhibit A - 6