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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Eugene, OR (2026)

1 verified zoning overlays & bonuses rules for Eugene, Oregon, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Downtown Design Guide

Eugene requires Design Review approval for alternatives to the S-DR Downtown Riverfront Special Area Zone's development standards. EC 9.3190 lets the planning director approve, conditionally approve, or deny alternative designs based on the zone's design objectives, view-corridor protection, and whether the project matches or exceeds standard-compliant quality.

Eugene Downtown Riverfront Design Review Rules

Significant Restrictions

EC 9.3190(1)-(2)

(1) Where explicitly stated that the Design Review process can be used to approve an alternative to applicable standards, an applicant may apply for approval of a proposed development through the Design Review process beginning with EC 9.8110, Design Review – Purpose. (2) The planning director shall approve, conditionally approve, or deny a Design Review application based on compliance with the...

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Zoning Overlays & Bonuses in Lane County