Eugene public meetings in 2023
39 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Civilian Review Board
The Civilian Review Board will review a use-of-force case involving a flashlight strike, receive training on alternative crisis response, and hold elections for chair and vice chair. The board will also hear the auditor's report and take public comment.
- Case review: Use of Force – Flashlight Strike
- Training topic: Alternative Crisis Response
- Chair/Vice Chair elections
- Auditor report
- Public comment
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a public meeting to discuss severe rent burden, as required by Oregon House Bill 4006. The meeting is informational, with no action requested, and will cover causes, consequences, barriers, and possible solutions. Public comment is not allowed, but attendees can submit comments via Zoom registration or a follow-up survey.
- Public meeting on severe rent burden per House Bill 4006
- Discussion of causes, consequences, and solutions for rent burden
- Update on Urban Growth Strategies Project and Housing Production Strategy
- Overview of existing renter protections and housing programs
- No action requested; informational work session
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will continue deliberations on the proposed River Road-Santa Clara Neighborhood Plan adoption package, which includes amendments to the Metro Plan and neighborhood-specific land use code changes. Staff will present revised materials based on direction from the November 14 meeting, and the Commission may finish deliberations and form a recommendation to City Council. The meeting is a work session without public comment.
- Building height limit in C-2 zone reduced from 120 to 65 feet
- Prohibited uses in C-2 zone, with carve-out for north side of River Avenue
- 1987 River Road Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan to remain in place
- New design standards for C-2 zone: entrances, windows, weather protection
- R-1 zone allows 'Display and Sale of Agricultural Products Grown Offsite'
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will begin deliberations on the proposed River Road-Santa Clara Neighborhood Plan adoption package, which includes amendments to the Metro Plan and Eugene Code. Staff will present options on prohibited uses, building height reduction, and repeal of the 1987 Urban Facilities Plan, based on testimony from the October 17, 2023 public hearing. The Commission will provide direction on these topics, with further deliberations tentatively scheduled for December 5, 2023.
- Proposed code amendments would limit building height in C-2 zone to 60 feet (currently 120 feet) along River Road
- Prohibited uses in C-2 zone include motor vehicle sales, motorcycle sales, and storage facilities
- Option to carve out River Avenue area from prohibited uses to protect existing businesses
- Repeal of 1987 River Road-Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan and adoption of new Neighborhood Plan
- Public hearing held October 17, 2023; 15 individuals testified
Historic Review Board
The Eugene Historic Review Board is holding a regular virtual meeting with no public hearings or land-use decisions on the agenda. Staff will provide planning updates, and the board will discuss project ideas for the next Certified Local Government (CLG) grant cycle, with an application due February 2024. The remainder of the meeting is reserved for brief information sharing.
- Discussion of project ideas for the next CLG grant cycle (application due February 2024)
- Planning updates from staff on current land use applications and historic preservation work
- Info share/updates for final comments from board and staff
Hearings Official Public Hearings
The ACAK Irrevocable Trust is requesting a zone change for a 20-acre undeveloped property. The request seeks to change the base zoning from Agricultural (AG) to Low-Density Residential (R-1). City staff recommend approval of this request.
- Zone Change request: AG Agricultural to R-1 Low-Density Residential
- Location: East of the terminus of Rockcress Road
- Property size: 20 acres
- Tax Lot: 18-03-03-40 / 01001
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a work session to review the Community Planning and Design team's major projects for 2023-2029, with emphasis on work through 2026. Discussion only; no action requested. The agenda also includes election of chair and vice chair.
- Urban Growth Boundary (UGB) update with buildable lands inventory, housing capacity analysis, and possible expansion
- Climate-Friendly Areas (CFA) designation integrated with UGB update
- Completion of Envision Eugene Comprehensive Plan chapters on Housing, Compact Development, and Community Health
- Creation of Eugene's first parcel-specific land use map
- Election of Planning Commission chair and vice chair
Hearings Official Public Hearings
The Eugene Hearings Official will hold public hearings on two land use applications: a conditional use permit for a 75-foot stealth cell tower designed as a bell tower at 2500 W 18th Ave, and a Willamette River Greenway permit for two new UO outdoor football practice fields, realignment of Leo Harris Parkway, and parking improvements at Alton Baker Park. No decisions will be made at the meeting; written decisions will follow within 15 days of the close of the public comment period.
- Verizon Wireless conditional use permit for 75-foot stealth cell tower at 2500 W 18th Ave
- Variance request for above-ground equipment enclosure at base of proposed bell tower
- UO outdoor football practice fields and Leo Harris Parkway realignment at 2727 & 2300 Leo Harris Parkway
- Parking improvements to Alton Baker Park
- Public testimony accepted via Zoom with raised hand or *9
Planning Commission
The Eugene and Lane County Planning Commissions are holding a joint public hearing to consider adopting the River Road-Santa Clara Neighborhood Plan, which would replace the 1987 Urban Facilities Plan and amend the Metro Plan. The Eugene commission will also consider neighborhood-specific land use code amendments. Public testimony is limited to three minutes per person, and the record may be held open until October 24, 2023.
- Repeal of the 1987 River Road-Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan
- Adoption of the new River Road-Santa Clara Neighborhood Plan
- Amendments to the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area General Plan (Metro Plan)
- Neighborhood-specific land use code amendments for properties within Eugene city limits
- Public hearing with 3-minute testimony limit
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a work session to review the River Road-Santa Clara Neighborhood Plan adoption package, which includes amendments to the Metro Plan and Eugene Land Use Code. The package will go to a joint public hearing with Lane County on October 17, 2023. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council, with deliberations scheduled for November 14, 2023.
- Repeal of the 1987 River Road-Santa Clara Urban Facilities Plan
- Adoption of new River Road-Santa Clara Neighborhood Plan
- Amendments to Eugene Land Use Code for C-2 Community Commercial zone design standards
- Joint public hearing with Lane County Planning Commission on October 17, 2023
- Public comment period open until October 24, 2023
Civilian Review Board
The Civilian Review Board will review a case involving allegations of retaliation, improper search and seizure, poor judgment, and lack of courtesy against a police supervisor, and will receive training on the Office of Professional Standards Annual Report. The board will also approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive an auditor's report.
- Case review: allegations against Supervisor A for retaliation, improper search and seizure, poor judgment, and lack of courtesy
- Training topic: Office of Professional Standards Annual Report
- Public comment on CAHOOTS dispatch access and auditor's office 24-hour call service
- Auditor report on increased workload and pursuits analysis
- Minutes approval from September meeting
Hearings Official Public Hearings
The Eugene Hearings Official will hold public hearings on two zone change requests. The first would rezone 375 and 385 Rustic Place to R-2 Medium-Density Residential and remove overlay zones. The second would rezone 1413 Charnelton Street from R-3 to R-4 High-Density Residential and add a Site Review overlay. No decisions will be made at the hearing; written decisions will follow within 15 days.
- Zone change for 375 and 385 Rustic Place from R-1/C-2 to R-2, removing /SR and /20 overlays
- Zone change for 1413 Charnelton Street from R-3 to R-4, adding /SR overlay
- Public hearings scheduled for September 27, 2023 at 5:00 pm via Zoom
- Staff recommends approval for the Rustic Place zone change
- No written testimony received as of staff report publication for Rustic Place
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a request by Cintas to change the land use designation and zoning of two vacant tax lots (9.9 acres) in the Greenhill Technology Park from Campus Industrial/E-1 Campus Employment to Light Medium Industrial/I-2 Light-Medium Industrial. The change would allow a cleaning and dyeing plant and other I-2 uses. Following the hearing, the Commission will deliberate and make a recommendation to the City Council, which will hold a second public hearing before final action. Staff recommends approval.
- Metro Plan Amendment (MA 23-4) and Zone Change (Z 23-6) for Cintas
- Change from Campus Industrial to Light Medium Industrial and E-1 to I-2
- Two tax lots: 17-04-32-14 / 00200 and 17-04-32-13 / 00600, 9.9 acres total
- Located between Owen Loop South and West 11th Avenue/Hwy 126
- No written testimony received as of staff report date
Hearings Official Public Hearings
The Eugene Hearings Official will hold a public hearing on a request by Taylor Shelley to change the zoning of 4930 Royal Avenue from Agricultural (AG) to Low-Density Residential (R-1). The .65-acre property is developed with a single-family home and surrounded by residential uses. Staff recommends approval, finding the change consistent with the Metro Plan and Bethel-Danebo Refinement Plan. No decision will be made at the hearing; a written decision will follow within 15 days.
- Zone change request (Z 23-3) for 4930 Royal Ave from AG to R-1
- Property size: .65 acres, currently with a single-unit dwelling
- Staff recommends approval based on consistency with Metro Plan and Bethel-Danebo Refinement Plan
- Public hearing scheduled for August 16, 2023 at 5:00 pm via Zoom
- No testimony received as of staff report publication
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on a proposed land use code amendment to increase the allowable building height for a specific parcel at the southeast corner of 4th Avenue and High Street, from 500 to 530 feet above sea level (about 70 to 100 feet above grade). The amendment would add the property to the Opportunity Area in the Skinner Butte Height Limitation Area, enabling a seven-story residential project as part of the Eugene River District. The Commission may make a recommendation to the City Council, which will make the final decision.
- Public hearing on code amendment CA 23-2 to increase building height limit from 500 to 530 feet above sea level
- Property located at southeast corner of 4th Avenue and High Street, zoned S-DR Downtown Riverfront Special Area Zone
- Proposed development: seven-story structure with Multi-Unit Property Tax Exemption application
- Amendment would add property to Opportunity Area in Skinner Butte Height Limitation Area (EC 9.6715)
- Planning Commission to forward recommendation to City Council for final action
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will deliberate and vote on a recommendation to the City Council regarding the Climate-Friendly & Equitable Communities (CFEC) Parking Reform Code Amendments. The proposed changes would eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide, add requirements for large parking areas, and mandate electric vehicle charging conduit in certain developments. The Commission will also consider adding a requirement for one ADA van-accessible parking space for certain developments, as requested at a prior meeting.
- Eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements city-wide
- Require canopy trees or solar panels for large parking areas over 21,780 square feet
- Require electric vehicle charging conduit for 40% of parking spaces in multi-unit and mixed-use developments with 5+ dwelling units
- Add one ADA van-accessible parking space for large commercial, employment/industrial, and multiple-unit developments, with exemptions for certain parking-exempt areas
- Limit total parking area for new developments with more than 65,000 square feet of floor area
Historic Review Board
The Eugene Historic Review Board will hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair, hear a presentation on the Bethel Neighborhood reconnaissance-level survey, and receive an update on the Mims Houses Special Area Historic Zone process. The meeting is virtual and includes public comment.
- Chair and Vice Chair elections
- Bethel Neighborhood Reconnaissance-Level Survey presentation by UO consultants
- Mims Houses Special Area Historic Zone update
- Public comment period (up to 10 minutes)
- New board member introductions
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a work session to deliberate and possibly recommend to City Council on proposed code amendments that would eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide, as part of the state's Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities program. The commission will consider the third version of the ordinance, which also includes new rules for large parking areas, electric vehicle charging, and parking maximums. No public comment is allowed at this work session.
- Elimination of minimum off-street parking requirements citywide
- New electric vehicle charging conduit requirements for 40% of parking spaces in multi-unit and mixed-use developments with 5+ units
- New rules for large parking areas (over 21,780 sq ft) requiring canopy trees or solar panels
- Parking maximums for new developments with more than 65,000 sq ft of floor area
- Exemption of structured parking from parking maximums and large parking area requirements
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed zone change for the Mims Houses property at 330, 334, and 336 High Street. The change would establish a new S-HM Historic Mims Houses Special Area Zone, altering the current R-2/20 zoning. Following the hearing, the Commission may deliberate and make a recommendation to the City Council, which will hold a second hearing before final action.
- Zone change from R-2/20 to S-HM Historic Mims Houses Special Area Zone
- Property is a City Historic Landmark and on the National Register of Historic Places
- Proposed zone permits Club and Lodge and Community and Neighborhood Center uses
- City Council previously allocated up to $7,500 for application fees
- One supportive written testimony received
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a public hearing on proposed land use code amendments (City File CA 23-1) to comply with state Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities rules. The amendments would eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide, impose parking maximums in certain cases, and require electric vehicle charging conduit for 40% of parking spaces in larger multi-unit and mixed-use developments. The Commission will take public testimony and later make a recommendation to the City Council, which has final authority.
- Eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide (Option 1)
- Impose off-street parking maximums in certain circumstances
- Require EV charging conduit for 40% of parking spaces in multi-unit/mixed-use developments with 5+ units
- Preferential placement of carpool/vanpool parking
- New parking lots over 1/2 acre must install 40% tree canopy or solar panels
Sustainability Commission
The Eugene Sustainability Commission will meet to approve a letter to the City Council requesting representation on the new revenue committee and to elect a chair and vice chair. They will also hear updates on vacant seats and committee formation. The agenda includes routine approvals and public comment.
- Action item: Approve letter on Revenue Committee input
- Nominations and elections for Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Discussion on process to form new committees off-cycle/GPLB committee
- Acknowledgment of outgoing commissioners
Civilian Review Board
The Eugene Civilian Review Board is meeting to review dismissed complaints, discuss vehicle and foot pursuit and taser policies, and hear the auditor's annual report. The agenda includes public comment and approval of previous minutes. The board provides oversight of police misconduct investigations.
- Intake review of complaints dismissed after preliminary investigation
- Case review of vehicle pursuit, foot pursuit, and taser policy
- Auditor annual report presentation
- Public comment period
- Approval of May meeting minutes
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a work session to review draft land use code amendments that would implement Option 1 of the state's Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities parking reforms: removing minimum off-street parking requirements citywide. No formal action is requested; the session is to prepare for a public hearing on June 27, 2023. The commission will also receive an overview of public engagement results, which showed 48% of survey respondents prefer Option 1.
- Draft code amendments to eliminate minimum off-street parking requirements citywide (Option 1)
- Public engagement summary: 437 online survey responses, 62 small group participants, 180+ tabling event attendees
- State deadline for parking mandate compliance is December 31, 2023
- New parking rules already in effect: no parking mandates within 1/2 mile of frequent transit corridors, and for certain uses (e.g., affordable housing, childcare, shelters)
- Electric vehicle charging capacity required for 40% of parking spaces in new multi-unit developments as of March 31, 2023
Sustainability Commission
The Eugene Sustainability Commission will hear a staff presentation on the 2021 Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory, which shows a 10% decrease in sector-based emissions since 2010 but a need for an additional 36% reduction to meet the 2030 Climate Recovery Ordinance target. The commission will also nominate officers for chair and vice chair, and receive updates from the Education Committee and council.
- Presentation on 2021 Community Greenhouse Gas Inventory: sector-based emissions ~952,522 MT CO2e, down 10% since 2010
- Fossil fuel use down 14% since 2010, but needs 36% more reduction to meet 2030 target
- Nominations for Commission Officers: Chair and Vice Chair
- Education Committee update and survey questions
- Approval of April 19, 2023 meeting minutes
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Eugene Intergovernmental Relations Committee is meeting to review city legislative priorities and receive a report on Priority 1 bills. The agenda includes approval of the March 1, 2023 minutes and discussion of items from committee members. No votes on specific ordinances or contracts are listed.
- Review of City Priorities Update
- Review of Priority 1 Bill Report
- Approval of March 1, 2023 meeting minutes
- Committee member items and good of order
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a work session to review a proposed amendment to the Downtown Urban Renewal Plan that would increase the district's spending limit by $50 million and add new eligible project types, including housing, safety improvements, and emerging projects. The amendment responds to the district's projected spending limit in December 2023 and aims to extend the district's life by 19 years. The Commission will provide feedback and may recommend adoption, modification, or rejection to the City Council.
- Proposed $50 million increase to the Downtown Urban Renewal District spending limit
- New eligible projects: housing, physical safety/comfort improvements, emerging Agency Board projects
- District projected to reach spending limit in December 2023 without amendment
- Public hearing scheduled for May 15, 2023; Council action on June 21, 2023
- Staff recommends adoption of the amendment
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a work session to receive updates on the city's implementation of the state's Climate-Friendly and Equitable Communities (CFEC) rules. No action is requested. Staff will discuss progress on parking reform, the Climate-Friendly Areas Study, and scenario planning, including proposed deadline extensions.
- Parking reform: reduced/removed minimum parking requirements near frequent transit as of Jan 1, 2023; EV charging conduit required for 5+ dwelling developments starting April 2023
- Climate-Friendly Areas Study: began early 2023, deadline Dec 31, 2023, to identify areas for denser housing near transit
- Scenario planning: joint work plan due June 30, 2023, with proposed deadline extension for scenario plan
- Proposed alternative deadlines: Climate-Friendly Area Designation extended to Dec 31, 2026; Major TSP Update and other components to Dec 31, 2029
- Public engagement: online survey, Spanish-language outreach, focus groups for parking reform; listening sessions on displacement risk for CFA study
Civilian Review Board
The Civilian Review Board will review two police misconduct cases: one involving Respectful Workplace Policy violations and another involving POM (Police Officer Misconduct) violations. The board will also elect a liaison to the Human Rights Commission and hear the Police Auditor's report. The agenda includes public comment and approval of the March meeting minutes.
- Case Review: Respectful Workplace Policy Violations
- Case Review: POM Violations
- Election of Liaison to Human Rights Commission
- Auditor Report
- Public Comment
Planning Commission
The Eugene, Springfield, and Lane County Planning Commissions will hold a joint work session and public hearing to consider amendments to the Eugene-Springfield Metropolitan Area Plan (Metro Plan) that would allow extending wastewater service to the rural unincorporated community of Goshen and to Lane County's Short Mountain Landfill for leachate transport. The proposed amendments would modify three Metro Plan policies that currently prohibit such extensions outside urban growth boundaries. Following the hearing, each commission will make a recommendation to its governing body, which will make the final decision.
- Amend Metro Plan Policy 21 to clarify annexation requirements apply only within urban growth boundaries
- Amend Policy G.26 to add exceptions for wastewater service to Goshen and Short Mountain Landfill
- Amend Policy G.28 to recognize the new exceptions for wastewater facilities on farm and forest land
- Goshen area includes approximately 444 acres of industrial, commercial, and residential zones
- Short Mountain Landfill transports about 25 million gallons of leachate annually via 10-12 trucks per day
Sustainability Commission
The Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation from city staff on the draft Complete Streets Design Standards and Move EUG, followed by Q&A and commission input. The agenda also includes routine items like approving the agenda and February minutes, public comment, and updates from staff and commissioners.
- Presentation on Draft Complete Streets Design Standards and Move EUG
- Review and approve agenda
- Approve February meeting minutes
- Public comment period
- Council communications and updates
Civilian Review Board
The Civilian Review Board is meeting to review internal investigations of Eugene Police Department misconduct allegations, including cases involving vehicle pursuits, arrests, and property handling. The board will also discuss the police auditor's report, hear public comment, and elect liaisons to the Police and Human Rights Commissions. The agenda includes case reviews on allegations of performance, constitutional rights, truthfulness, policy, and training.
- Case review of a vehicle pursuit involving allegations of pursuit violation, report submission, and forcible stop
- Case review of arrests for Criminal Mischief II without probable cause
- Case review of property handling violations involving a gun case and ammunition
- Election of liaisons for Police and Human Rights Commissions
- Auditor report and public comment period
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a work session to continue deliberations and possibly take action on proposed Willamette River Greenway Code Amendments (CA 22-1). The amendments would create clear and objective standards for reviewing housing development within the Greenway, while also adding tree preservation requirements to the existing discretionary review process. The Commission may make a recommendation to City Council, which will hold its own public hearing later this year. The meeting is a hybrid work session without public comment.
- Deliberations and possible action on Willamette River Greenway Code Amendments (CA 22-1)
- New clear and objective approval criteria for housing development in the Greenway
- Tree preservation requirements added to existing discretionary review criteria
- Draft legislative findings and updated draft code (Version 3, March 10, 2023) for final review
- Work session on Planning Work Plan Overview
Hearings Official Public Hearings
The Eugene Hearings Official will hold a public hearing on a request to rezone three tax lots at 1745 W 18th Ave, 1745 W 18th Ave 1, and 1735 W 18th Ave from C-1 Neighborhood Commercial to C-2 Community Commercial. Staff recommends approval, but the Hearings Official will not decide at the hearing; a written decision will be issued within 15 days after the public comment period closes. One piece of written testimony has been received raising concerns about parcel size, parking, and traffic.
- Zone change request (Z 22-12) from C-1 to C-2 for 0.36 acres at 1745 W 18th Ave, 1745 W 18th Ave 1, and 1735 W 18th Ave
- Staff recommends approval of the zone change
- Public testimony from Cody Sorenson and Saundra Fickenscher raises concerns about parking and traffic
- Hearings Official will not make a decision at the hearing; decision due within 15 days of close of public comment period
Intergovernmental Relations Committee
The Eugene Intergovernmental Relations Committee will review priority bills, including a recommendation to support HB 2007, which would allow concealed carry permit holders to possess firearms in city-owned buildings. The committee will also consider a request from Beyond Toxics on two environmental bills, but the IGR Manager recommends no action. The meeting includes routine agenda and minutes review.
- HB 2007: remove state preemption on city authority to prohibit firearms in city buildings; IGR Manager recommends Support and Priority 1
- SB 426 (Toxic Free Schools Act) and SB 488 (Medical Waste Incineration Act): IGR Manager recommends no action
- Priority 1 Bill Report attached for review
- Minutes review from Feb 1, 2022
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a work session to receive an overview of the City's proposed 2023-2029 Capital Improvement Program (CIP). Finance staff will explain the process for developing and approving the CIP, and staff from Facilities and Public Works will provide information about specific projects. The CIP totals $310.7 million and includes 128 projects or programs, with operating budget increases of $3.65 million noted.
- Total CIP capital request: $310.7 million
- Airport Concourse C Addition: $75 million
- Downtown Riverfront Plaza: $7.9 million
- Santa Clara Community Park Phase 1: $2.5 million
- W. 11th & Crow Road Wastewater Extension to support Housing Implementation Pipeline
Sustainability Commission
The Eugene Sustainability Commission will hear a presentation from Lane County and Bulk Handling Systems about a proposed $100 million Integrated Material and Energy Recovery Facility (IMERF) at the Short Mountain Landfill. The commission will also discuss creating a new Outreach and Education Committee to develop public education materials. The meeting includes routine items like approving the agenda and January meeting minutes.
- Presentation on $100M IMERF waste processing facility at Short Mountain Landfill
- Discussion of new Outreach and Education Committee to create public slide deck
- Approve January 18, 2023 meeting minutes
- Commissioner and staff updates
- Council communications and updates
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a work session to continue deliberations on proposed land use code amendments (CA 22-1) that would establish clear and objective standards for reviewing housing development within the Willamette River Greenway. The meeting is a hybrid work session without public comment. Staff presented additional information on topics like landscape buffer dimensions, native species, and undeveloped properties near the riverfront path, leading toward a possible recommendation. The next deliberations meeting is tentatively scheduled for March 14, 2023.
- Deliberations on Willamette River Greenway Code Amendments (CA 22-1)
- Proposed 10-foot landscape buffer with native plants along Greenway Setback line
- Staff memo on 15-year history of Greenway permits: 37 applications since 2008, 34 approved
- Discussion of undeveloped properties near riverfront path in River Road and Willakenzie areas
- Draft findings for code amendments to be presented at March 14 meeting
Hearings Official Public Hearings
The Hearings Official will hold a public hearing on a tentative Planned Unit Development for a 132-unit multi-family housing project with eight buildings at the northwest corner of Highway 99N and Jessen Drive. The applicant also seeks adjustments to six city code standards, including setbacks, building mass, parking, and pedestrian circulation. The Hearings Official will not decide at the hearing; a written decision will be issued within 15 days after the public comment period closes.
- 132-unit multi-family housing in 8 buildings on 9.43 acres
- Adjustment requests for setbacks, building mass, parking, pedestrian circulation, street improvements, and block requirements
- Two existing ponds on site; site is undeveloped
- Public testimony received from two residents regarding traffic and access concerns
- Project density 13.99 units per acre, consistent with Bethel-Danebo Refinement Plan
Planning Commission
The Eugene Planning Commission is holding a work session to deliberate on proposed land use code amendments (CA 22-1) that would establish clear and objective standards for reviewing housing development within the Willamette River Greenway. The commission will discuss key topics including tree preservation, native landscaping, pedestrian access, and the relationship to the River Road-Santa Clara neighborhood plan. No public comment is allowed at this hybrid meeting. The commission may reach a recommendation at its next meeting on February 14, 2023.
- Deliberations on Willamette River Greenway Code Amendments (CA 22-1)
- Proposed clear and objective standards for housing development in the Greenway
- Tree preservation standards added
- Native landscape buffer requirements added
- Public hearings required for all Greenway permits