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Tree Top Zone Change Page 3 of 10 Map 18-03-04-23, Lot 01400 May 11, 2026 The Satre Group • 375 West 4th Avenue, Suite 201, Eugene, OR 97401 • (541) 686-4540 • www.satregroup.com Response: The proposed site-specific S - Area Zone (S) zone will facilitate both the preservation and rehabilitation of the historic home and its grounds, while allowing for continued viable use of the property in that: S- Area Zone Will Facilitate Planned Uses of the Site The subject property has historically served as the University of Oregon Chancellor’s residence since 1938. It has recently been sold to a private owner. The structure requires substantial repair and refurbishment (see detailed property report prepared by the University of Oregon). The new owners intend to preserve the exterior character and overall aesthetic of the home so that the historic integrity of the building and surrounding grounds is maintained. Planned improvements include a comprehensive interior retrofit designed to maintain the home’s period character while upgrading functionality. Existing windows will be replaced with in -kind replicas that improve energy efficiency and climate control. The roof will be replaced using matching materials, and siding will also be replaced in kind. Structural upgrades will include seismic retrofitting to anchor the home to its foundation. Additionally, all major building systems, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC, will be fully replaced to meet modern standards. Site and landscape improvements are also proposed. These include repairs and upgrades to pathways, driveways, and landscaping. A significant modification involves the removal of the existing swimming pool, which will be filled in and replaced with a pavilion and outdoor gathering space. This new structure will include a roof, fireplace, and washroom/restroom facilities, and will be designed using materials and architectural elements consistent with the main house. Additional site improvements will enhance stormwater management and improve the functionality of the existing courtyard for events. These upgrades will support continued use of the property in a manner consistent with its historic character. See Illustrative Site Plan. S- Area Zone Supports Long-Term Historic Preservation The proposed S-Area (Historic) zone will support the long-term preservation of the subject property by allowing a broader range of uses and development standards than those permitted under the existing R-1 – Fairmount Neighborhood Area zone. The current owners propose to remove the existing swimming pool (not historically significant) and construct an accessory structure in its place; an open-sided pavilion designed for outdoor gatherings. Under the R-1 – Fairmount Neighborhood Area current zoning, the property, even at 1.5 acres, is limited in its ability to accommodate multiple accessory structures , which are normally allowed in the typical R-1 Zone. In addition to the proposed open-sided pavilion, the existing detached garage (carriage house) must be reconstructed due to its deteriorated condition and its current nonconforming placement along the property line, where a minimum setback of five feet is required. The S-Area zone would allow both the pavilion and the reconstructed detached garage, providing flexibility necessary to maintain and enhance the large historic property. This flexibility is critical to ensuring the long-term preservation of the historic home and its associated grounds. Without such allowances, the property could be vulnerable to redevelopment pressures, including demolition of the existing structures and a subdivision into multiple residential lots, resulting in the loss of a significant historic resource. Furthermore, the S-Area zone establishes a framework that balances flexibility with oversight. Should the property change ownership in the future, the historic designation zone ensures that alterations or changes in use will remain subject to review through the applicable historic preservation processes. This helps maintain the integrity of the site over future generations. While remaining consistent with the residential character envisioned under the existing R-1 zone, the proposed S-Area zone allows a broader range of residential uses that reflect the historic function and scale of the property. These may include uses such as a bed and breakfast, duplex, or triplex within the existing structure, as well as the potential for a dwelling unit above the detached garage, all