ALBINA FUEL CO. SITE REZONING:

SGNA STRATEGY

Goal: (Primary )
To prepare the way for the best possible development of this 5 acre site. To eventually see a development that is exemplary of Sullivan's Gulch - not merely acceptable.

Goal: (Secondary)
To the extent we find that current city codes and policies do not well serve our kind of neighborhood, position our comments to highlite these issues and suggest specific actions by the city.

Strategy: Proactive

In open communication with the Albina team, examine land use, design and transportation options which support our neighborhood plan.

  1. Consult with city land use and transportation planners and project managers to get their views on the site's best potential.

  2. Consult with private-practice planners and architects.

  3. To the extent possible, search for comparable projects and understand the basics involved-what is realistic from the mix of uses, the design and financial perspectives?

  4. Better understand the economics of housing on the site. What kind of housing (mix)? Question: To what extent is housing a deal breaker for SGNA?

  5. Look at the transportation situation more broadly -specifically looking at the role of Broadway as a "regional" arterial , and, the relationship of public transit to this site. Further investigate a MAX stop only if the number of potential riders is significant. Investigate I-84 pedestrian crossing (as at MLK). Consider how transportation might impact the design of the site-example bus turn-outs.

  6. Keep in good contact with OPDR reviewing staff

  7. Talk with the relevant aides to City Commissioners---specifically in the Commissioner's realm of interest -- eg. Sten-housing

  8. Enlist the interests and support of surrounding neighborhoods

Enlist the interests of potential developers who we believe would well serve the site.

  1. Obtain the material describing the site which the Albina team sends to developers.

  2. Briefly investigate public programs that would support such development

  3. Prepare a packet outlining the potentials of the site and the neighborhood's interests and potential support.

  4. Send packet to recommended developers and follow up.


Strategy Protective

  1. Know what we do not want to happen (and how it could) - auto-orientated development and big-box retail

  2. Be informed on related city codes and policies

  3. Be familiar with the real estate factors

  4. Be capable of using any of the proactive strategies.

  5. Seek out expert land use and livability defense