Climate-Friendly Areas Study Submitted to State

In December, the City of Eugene submitted the Climate-Friendly Areas Study to the Dept. of Land Conservation and Development. A Climate Friendly Area, or CFA, is intended to be an area where most people can meet their daily needs without relying on a car.

Through the state-required CFA Study, Eugene identified potential areas across the city and studied the most promising locations. This study is primarily a technical analysis of specific areas in Eugene that can meet certain required development regulations and provide active transportation facilities, parks access, and more. In the Study, Eugene also considers the risk of housing displacement of historically marginalized community groups stemming from CFA designation.

What’s Next?

The CFA Study is the first step in the CFA designation process. In 2024, the City will begin the process to select Eugene’s CFAs. The selection process will include many opportunities for community engagement as a part of Eugene’s upcoming Urban Growth Strategies work – look for a project update in the section above/below!

The Eugene Planning Commission will hold a work session on Tuesday, January 23 at 5:30 p.m. to receive an update on the Climate-Friendly Areas Study, ask questions, provide feedback, and discuss next steps. Meeting agendas and materials for Planning Commission meetings are available here.