An important public forum focused on the topic of Eugene’s
Multi-Unit Property Tax Exemption (MUPTE) will take place this coming Monday,
June 8 beginning at 5:30 PM at The Barn Light.
A resurgence of retail stores, restaurants, and
residences has contributed mightily to the renaissance of Eugene’s downtown
core. A combination of public investments and incentives in the area, including
MUPTE, has undoubtedly spurred some of this development.
The City of Eugene suspended MUPTE in 2013 but the Eugene
City Council is now considering its renewal. Under the council’s proposed
revisions to MUPTE student apartment complexes would not be eligible for
waivers, local contractors would be mandated to work on projects, developments
would have to meet energy efficiency and environmental building standards, and
there would be a requirement for more affordable housing.
Questions to be addressed include:
- What
impact has MUPTE had in concentrating development in the urban core?
- What
has been the relationship between the development goals of Envision Eugene
and the use of the MUPTE program?
- What
role will MUPTE play in continued downtown revitalization?
- Should
MUPTE be renewed and if so, in what form?
What: MUPTE Matters Public Form
When: Monday, June 8, 2015 – 5:30 - 7:00pm
Where: The Barn Light
Who: The following speakers are scheduled to present:
- Brittney Quick-Warner - Chamber of Commerce
- Thomas Pettus-Czar - The Barn Light
- Greg Brokaw - Rowell Brokaw Architects
- Nan Lawrence - City of Eugene
- Mia Nelson - 1000 Friends of Oregon
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