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Research Office sites are those generally located within close proximity to interchange areas or with more direct visibility from U.S. 33. With its ability to influence the first impression of the EAZ, primary uses within this area are intended to focus on higher-profile office and research facilities. Development of multi-story buildings are strongly encouraged, and the use of higher-quality building materials are desired to establish the “front door” image for the area. Components such as assembly, clean manufacturing and warehousing are acceptable, but should be considered as secondary elements within the framework of a larger office/research facility.

The Research Flex category addresses those sites that have secondary access and/or proximity to residential areas where lower-scale construction would be expected. While highly desirable sites, those within this category do not have the proximity or visibility to U.S. 33 or the interchanges as in Research Office. Architecture is expected to provide a hybrid of office and industrial appearance that still provides for a broad range of uses that include office, research, laboratory, assembly, clean manufacturing and warehousing space. Design and construction should effectively incorporate space planning and architecture that focuses attention on the office component as the source of business identity. Within this zone, higher level uses and architecture acceptable within the Research Office category are also highly encouraged.

The third tier of research categories includes sites more remote from U.S. 33 intended for a more industrial-like appearance. Larger manufacturing and assembly uses are envisioned that would include a secondary component of office space for administrative

purposes. Development within this zone is encouraged to utilize design methods that enhance the appearance of larger industrial structures. In order to accommodate a broader range of uses and business types, quality architecture is expected, but at a lower level than more visible locations. Uses and architectural quality from the Research Office and Research Flex categories are also highly encouraged, but not required.