100 Housing Units Planned for Downtown Eugene Butterfly Lot

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A new mixed-use development is planned for the Butterfly Lot in downtown Eugene, Oregon, which will include around 100 housing units. City officials say the community has expressed a clear need for more housing in the downtown area, and this site presents an ideal opportunity to address that demand.

Why it matters

The Butterfly Lot development is part of Eugene's broader efforts to increase residential density and vibrancy in its downtown core, which has historically been dominated by commercial and retail spaces. Adding more housing units is seen as crucial for supporting local businesses, reducing sprawl, and making the city center a more livable, walkable neighborhood.

The details

The Butterfly Lot, a prominent vacant parcel in downtown Eugene, will be the site of the new mixed-use development. The project is expected to include around 100 housing units, though the exact mix of unit sizes and types has not yet been finalized. City officials say the development will help meet the community's expressed need for more downtown housing options.

• The Butterfly Lot development was announced in March 2026.

What’s next

City planners will now work to finalize the development plans and timeline for the Butterfly Lot project, with the goal of breaking ground in the next 12-18 months.