Item 1: Ordinance on Infill Compatibility Standards

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standards (typically duplexes or the addition of a dwelling on a developed lot). The multi- family standards already include limitations regarding parking in required yards. 4. Garbage and Recycling Screening: This amendment is proposed to apply citywide and would allow garbage and recycling enclosures to be partially screened to address security and safety issues by providing better visibility into the storage areas. 5. Compatible Transition between R-1 and R-3/R-4 zone boundaries in the South University Area : This amendment would apply in the south university area along the R-1 Low Density Residential and R-3/R-4 zone boundary (located south of East 19th Avenue and north of East 20th Avenue between Hilyard and Agate streets), and would require an additional setback and a sloped setback for the R-3/R-4 properties. 6. Bicycle Parking: These amendments would apply citywide and are intended to increase flexibility and provide clarity regarding acceptable bike parking designs. A more detailed description of the proposed amendments is provided in the attached summary (see Attachment A). Following initial public feedback, the formal public process on the proposed code amendments began with a Planning Commission public hearing on December 13, 2011, where a total of six people provided testimony. Subsequently, the Planning Commission conducted extensive deliberations, and recommended unanimous approval of a package of land use code amendments. The attached draft ordinance (Attachment B) represents the Planning Commission’s recommendation for code amendments. Further details regarding the Planning Commission’s discussion, along with a complete set of record materials, are available for review in a binder located at the City Council Office and online at www.eugene-or.gov/codeamendments. Findings in support of the Planning Commission’s recommendation for approval are included as Exhibit F to the ordinance (Attachment B). The ordinance and findings, with any directed changes, will be utilized in the event that the City Council votes to approve the proposal upon finding that it complies with the applicable approval criteria. RELATED CITY POLICIES Findings addressing consistency with related City policies, including provisions of the Metro Plan and applicable refinement plans, are included as an exhibit to the draft ordinance (Exhibit F of Attachment B). COUNCIL OPTIONS No action is required at this time; however, options will be provided at the time of City Council deliberations and action scheduled for May 14, 2012. S:\CMO\2012 Council Agendas\M120416\S1204161.doc