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REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION of the Executive Director of the Planning & Development Department Newman Family Limited Partnership Application for Multiple-Unit Property Tax Exemption The Executive Director of the Planning & Development Department of the City of Eugene finds that: 1. Newman Family Limited Partnership is the owner of real property located at 435 East 15th Avenue in Eugene, Oregon, more particularly described in the legal description attached as Exhibit A to the Resolution approving this tax exemption ("the property"), and has submitted an application pursuant to the City's Multiple-Unit Property Tax Exemption Program (Sections 2.945 and 2.947 of the Eugene Code, 1971), with respect to residential units identified as the E. 15th Townhouses ("the project") to be constructed on the property. 2. I have reviewed the application and specifically find that the project to be constructed will result in an eligible structure for the property tax exemption as defined in the Standards and Guidelines, will be located within the downtown core area, the construction will be completed on or before January 1,2012, and: 2.1 the City; The applicant has submitted all materials, documents and fees required by 2.2 Design elements that benefit the general public have been included in the proj ect, which consist of: 2.2.1 Sustainability features. -Reasonable effort will be made to relocate the house currently on the site as requested by the previous owner. If that is not possible, the building materials from demolition of the house will be recycled by BRING, EcoSort or other recycling company. In addition, job site waste will be recycled to the greatest extent possible. -Project maximizes infill density to extent allowed. -Project is located in close proximity to downtown, the university, bike paths and mass transit systems minimizing the dependence on automobiles for transportation. -Native species and drought resistant plants will be used in the landscaping, and topsoil will be preserved and reused where practicable. - Windows are provided in each primary living space and oriented on the east and west to provide for natural light and ventilation. Energy efficient windows, insulation and construction techniques will be used. Windows and doors will be pan flashed at water entry points. REPORT AND RECOMMENDATION / Exhibit B to Resolution No. 4961 15th Townhs-Newman MUPTE R R - Ex B (00217071).DOC Page 1 of 4