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Staff Report-PC#0239-25 1/21/2025 <br /> The Near Northwest Neighborhood Plan (2019) promotes a mix of housing styles to address <br /> missing middle housing needs in the area. Its future zoning map designates this parcel as U2. <br /> 2. Current Conditions and Character: <br /> The existing neighborhood was a dense urban neighborhood. Over time, the demolition of <br /> houses has resulted in an increased number of vacant lots. Most of the original homes in the <br /> neighborhood date from prior to the 1920s. A concerted effort is being made to build new <br /> housing on vacant lots as well as rehabilitate deteriorated housing. <br /> 3. Most Desirable Use: <br /> The most desirable use, at this time, is a range of medium-density residential housing types that <br /> will seamlessly fit in the established character of the neighborhood. <br /> 4. Conservation of Property Values: <br /> Allowing new development on vacant lots should improve the overall value of the neighborhood. <br /> Adding additional population to the neighborhood should help stabilize property values. <br /> 5. Responsible Development and Growth: <br /> It is responsible development and growth to allow for a variety of housing options within this <br /> urban neighborhood. <br /> Analysis & Recommendation <br /> Commitments: There are no commitments proposed at this time. <br /> Analysis: Rezoning the site to U2 Urban Neighborhood 2 will allow for residential growth and increased <br /> housing options in the neighborhood while not drastically changing the established character. <br /> Recommendation: Based on information available prior to the public hearing, the Staff recommends <br /> the Plan Commission send the rezoning petition to the Common Council with a favorable <br /> recommendation. <br /> SOUTH BEND PLAN COMMISSION Page 4 of 4 <br />