Item 4: Ord. on Rexius-Amazon Meadows Metro Plan Amend

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following findings demonstrate how the plan amendment is consistent with, and in fact supported by, the policy direction contained in the Metro Plan. The applicant also provides detail findings addressing compliance with the Metro Plan in support of this request. Promote higher residential density inside the UGB that utilizes existing infrastructure, improves the efficiency of public services and facilities, and conserves rural resource lands outside the UGB. (Policy A.10) Generally locate higher density residential development near employment or commercial service, in proximity to major transportation systems or within transportation-efficient nodes. (Policy A.11) Coordinate higher density residential development with the provision of adequate infrastructure and services, open space, and other urban amenities. (Policy A.12) Increase overall residential density in the metropolitan area by creating more opportunities for effectively designed in-fill, redevelopment, and mixed use while considering impacts of increased residential density on historic, existing and future neighborhoods. (Policy A.13) Provide opportunities for a full range of choice in housing type, density, size, cost, and location. (Policy A.17) Expand opportunities for a mix of uses in newly developing areas and existing neighborhoods through local zoning and development regulations. (Policy A.22) The proposed plan amendment will promote higher density inside the UGB by increasing the total supply of residential land where such residential development is currently not permitted. The proposal includes the siting of medium-density residential development and provision of adequate infrastructure and services consistent with these policies. The subject area is also located within “Potential Nodal Development Area 3-F” (TransPlan) and the applicant is proposing to develop a mix of commercial and residential uses that will include a variety of housing types and employment and commercial opportunities on a site previously used for industrial uses. The applicant’s proposal will enable future development consistent with the characteristics of nodal development as described in the Metro Plan (page II-G-8), and this mix of uses in a compact form of urban development will benefit both future residents of the proposed development and existing residents of the area consistent with the above policies. This approach achieves the goal of place-making that is made possible by bringing together complimentary uses in one place, in close proximity to public transit and a range of other supporting uses in the area. The proposed /PD overlay zoning will also ensure a comprehensive review of future development plans to ensure compatibility with the surroundings. In addition to promoting mixed use (nodal) development opportunities, the proposed re- designation and zone change will provide an appropriate transition between the commercial corridor to the north and low-density residential properties to the south. This amendment should enhance the livability and overall compatibility of existing nearby residents while enhancing economic opportunities for nearby commercial properties. Although not adopted as formal Findings – Rexius Site/Amazon Meadows Page 11