1 3 8 0 . 5 8 4 . 2 1 5 : T 0 2 3 E T U S I , Y P X E C A P O M . N 1 0 7 8 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 1 - S L M R F G N Y E V R U S I I . G E R X T I 9 6 4 - F M R F G N R E E N G N E I I . G E R X T 9 5 7 8 7 X T , I N T S U A R E T N E C S C I T S I G O L 0 9 2 K R A P E N A L R E K C E D 3 5 6 1 1 S A X E T , Y T N U O C S I V A R T , N I T S U A F O Y T I C C S E 1 E S A H P N O I T C U R T S N O C GENERAL NOTES: IF DISTURBED AREA IS NOT TO BE WORKED ON FOR MORE THAN 14 DAYS, DISTURBED AREA NEEDS TO BE STABILIZED BY REVEGETATION MATTING. [ECM 1.4.4.B.3, SECTION 5,1.] ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTOR HAS THE AUTHORITY TO ADD AND/OR MODIFY EROSION/SEDIMENTATION CONTROLS ON SITE TO KEEP PROJECT IN-COMPLIANCE WITH THE CITY OF AUSTIN RULES AND REGULATIONS. [LDC 25-8-183] CONTRACTOR SHALL UTILIZE DUST CONTROL MEASURES DURING SITE CONSTRUCTION SUCH AS IRRIGATION TRUCKS AND MULCHING AS PER ECM 1.4.5(A), OR AS DIRECTED BY THE ENVIRONMENTAL INSPECTOR. THE CONTRACTOR WILL CLEAN UP SPOILS THAT MIGRATE ONTO THE ROADS A MINIMUM OF ONCE DAILY.” [ECM 1.4.4.D.4] PROJECT LOCATION TRAVIS COUNTY VICINITY MAP DESIGN DRAWN DATE SHEET NO. 19 SP-2021-0095C 1 3 8 0 . 5 8 4 . 2 1 5 : T 0 2 3 E T U S I , Y P X E C A P O M . N 1 0 7 8 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 1 - S L M R F G N Y E V R U S I I . G E R X T I 9 6 4 - F M R F G N R E E N G N E I I . G …
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221005-003 Date: October 5, 2022 Subject: Park 290 Logistic, SP-2021-0095C Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: Seconded by: Kevin Ramberg WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet and requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends this variance, with conditions having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: • Provide a tree-shaded outdoor seating area as to encourage employees to take breaks on-site, rather than driving to alternative locations. • Provide an on-site trail with drainage swales that naturally convey flows into existing on-site ponds. • Provide vegetative walls adjacent to the critical environmental feature located on the site. • Provide terraced landscaping area in the open space allocated on the site. and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: • • • • • • Recommend including solar technology where possible Recommend using A/C condensation catchment system to be used for landscaping Include at least one EV charging station for staff or visitors Encourage long-term tree care plan for the new and existing trees Utilize native plant standards for Blackland Prairie Utilize Dark Sky lighting in outdoor spaces The applicant will work with staff and landscape architect to increase the number of trees on site by 50 additional trees beyond what is on the plan set to the maximum extent practicable per site condition availability. Incorporate plants that support pollinators. The applicant will work with staff to review the reflective glass product they have proposed to ensure it is reducing bird strikes onsite. VOTE 9-0 For: Aguirre, Bedford, Brimer, Bristol, Ramberg, Schiera, Scott, Thompson, and Qureshi Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Barrett Bixler and Nickells Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair • • • 2
From: To: Subject: Date: Wendy, Rhoades, Wendy Peaceful Hill Rezoning Sunday, December 4, 2022 4:40:19 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I'm writing on behalf of our adjacent neighbors just across South Boggy Creek. When the new apartments were approved at 7400 South Congress just beside my home at 301 Blackberry, we were able to keep the entry and exit to those new buildings channeled out onto South Congress, and avoided having our Blackberry connected as a through street to Congress to provide a rear access. I notice in the case of this new and otherwise similar apartment development just across the creek from us that Foremost is being planned as a through street in the name of "connectivity." It will completely change the existing character of the residential neighborhood if Foremost becomes a connector from Peaceful Hill all the way through to I- 35. Providing denser housing on public transit routes is a worthy goal, but changing the character of an existing neighborhood is a sacrilege, and should be avoided at all costs. The same is true of forcing an existing residential neighborhood to accept the presence of four story apartments towers over the current single story owner occupied private homes. Connectivity and denser housing are worthwhile goals, but not in the context of ruining the quality of life of people who have invested years of their earnings in a quiet and calm existence that will be destroyed by this proposed new group of dense apartments. Peaceful hill should be granted the same right to a deeply wooded set-back and no heavily traveled connector street that was afforded to our neighborhood just to the north of them by a few blocks. Please, be considerate. Thank you. ~Ed Miller CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. From: To: Subject: Date: Rhoades, Wendy Peaceful Hill Rezoning Sunday, December 4, 2022 4:45:21 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hello Wendy, I'm writing on behalf of our adjacent neighbors just across South Boggy Creek. When the new apartments were approved at 7400 South Congress just beside my home at 301 Blackberry, we were able to keep the entry and exit to those new buildings channeled out …
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, November 15, 2022 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, Room 1101 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Cesar Acosta Nadia Barrera-Ramirez – Chair Scott Boone Ann Denkler – Parliamentarian Betsy Greenberg David King – Secretary Jolene Kiolbassa – Vice-Chair Hank Smith Lonny Stern Carrie Thompson Roy Woody EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022. Attorney: Chrissy Mann, 512-974-2179 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Site Plan: Location: Staff Rec.: Staff: 3. Final Plat from an Approved Preliminary Plan: Owner/Applicant: BSREP III Decker Lane Agent: Request: SP-2021-0095C - Park 290 Logistics Center; District 1 9921 East US 290 Highway Service Road Eastbound, Gilleland Creek / Decker Creek Watersheds Pacheco Koch Consulting Engineers (Hollis Scheffler) Environmental Variance to permit fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet and to permit cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet. Recommended Enrique Maiz-Torres, 512-974-3035, enrique.maiz- torres@austintexas.gov Randall Rouda, 512-974-3338, randall.rouda@austintexas.gov Development Services Department C8J-2022-0129.1A - Premier Logistics Park Subdivision 2900 ½ Ferguson Lane, Walnut Creek Watershed Location: Owner/Applicant: Premier Logistics Park, Inc. (Toby Rogers) Agent: Request: Parnell Engineering Inc. (Will Parnell) Approval with conditions of Premier Logistics Park Subdivision consisting of 7 industrial lots on 148.27 acres. Water and wastewater will be provided by the City of Austin. Approval with Conditions Sarah Sumner, 512-854-7687, sarah.sumner@traviscountytx.gov Single Office Staff Rec.: Staff: 4. Site Plan: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: SP-2021-0242C - Loyola Junction Apartments; District 1 6571 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Walnut Creek Watershed 3 S&D Interests Jamison Civil Engineering (Stephen Jamison) Environmental Variance to permit fill over …
June 16, 2022 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION VARIANCE APPLICATION FORM Variance Request Letter Park 290 Logistics Center 11653 Decker Lane City of Austin, TX SP-2021-0095C §25-8-341 Cut Requirements §25-8-342 Fill Requirements March 30, 2022 Denise Lucas, Director Planning and Zoning Department City of Austin P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 RE: Dear Ms. Lucas: On behalf of the owners, BSREP III Decker Lane, LP, we are requesting a variance for fill and cut in excess of four (4) feet for the proposed development of the Park 290 Logistics Center development permit (SP-2021-0095C) located at 11653 Decker Lane, City of Austin, TX. The subject project is located within the city limits of Austin. The property is currently undeveloped and is located at the southeast corner of SH 290 and Decker Lane. The applicant plans to develop four new industrial buildings with fire lanes and parking areas, three water quality/detention ponds, utility extensions, offsite trail extension, and landscaping. The applicant proposes to place new improvements on the property in a way to minimize adverse impacts to the natural character of the property. City of Austin | Environmental Commission Variance Application Guide 1 June 16, 2022 The site is not located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone nor the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. The site is in the Onion Creek Watershed of the Colorado River Basin and is classified as a Suburban Watershed by Chapter 25-8 of the City’s Land Development Code. The project requires leniency from the following code section: Division 5. – Cut, Fill, and Spoil § 25-8-341 - CUT REQUIREMENTS. (A)Cuts on a tract of land may not exceed four feet of depth, except: (1) in an urban watershed; (2 )in a roadway right-of-way; (3 )for construction of a building foundation or swimming pool; (4) for construction of a water quality control or detention facility and appurtenances for conveyance such as swales, drainage ditches, and diversion berms, if: (a) the design and location of the facility within the site minimize the amount of cut over four feet; (b) the cut is the minimum necessary for the appropriate functioning of the facility; and (c) the cut is not located on a slope with a gradient of more than 15 percent or within 100 feet of a classified waterway; (5) for utility construction or a wastewater drain field, if the area is restored to natural grade; (6) in a state-permitted sanitary landfill or a …
ZAP DATE: 11/15/2022 SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8J-2022-0129.1A SUBDIVISION NAME: Premier Logistics Park Subdivision AREA: 148.27 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Premier Logistics Park, Inc. (Toby Rogers) AGENT: Parnell Engineering Inc. (Will Parnell) ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: 2900 ½ Ferguson Lane GRIDS: MN28 WATERSHED: Walnut Creek LOT(S): 7 COUNTY: Travis JURISDICTION: 2-Mile ETJ MUD: N/A EXISTING ZONING: N/A PROPOSED LAND USE: Industrial ADMINISTRATIVE WAIVERS: N/A VARIANCES: None SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be provided on all internal streets. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for approval with conditions of Premier Logistics Park Subdivision consisting of 7 lots on 148.27 acres. Water and wastewater will be provided by the City of Austin. Staff recommends approval of the plat subject to the conditions listed in the attached comment report. After the conditions are met, the plat will comply with City of Austin Land Development Code, Chapter 30-2-84(B). The conditions include adding plat notes, showing a wetland boundary and adding a street table. These are administrative actions that require no discretionary review. An application that has been approved with conditions may be updated to address those conditions until the application expires and the plat does not need to be heard before the Commission again. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommends approval with conditions of this subdivision. This plan meets all applicable County, State and City of Austin LDC requirements. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: 1 CASE MANAGER: Sarah Sumner Email address: sarah.sumner@traviscountytx.gov PHONE: 512-854-7687 2 SPRINKLE ROAD (60' R.O.W.) LOT 1 BLOCK A (INDUSTRIAL) RUNDBERG (R.O.W. VARIES) I ) S E R A V . . W O R ( . E N A L N O S U G R E F LOT 7 BLOCK D (INDUSTRIAL) LOT 6 BLOCK D (INDUSTRIAL) PREMIER LOGISTICS DRIVE (64' R.O.W.) LOT 5 BLOCK C (INDUSTRIAL) LOT 2 BLOCK B (INDUSTRIAL) MCCLAIN DRIVE (64' R.O.W.) ) . . W O R . ' I 4 6 ( E V R D L L E N R A P LOT 4 BLOCK C (INDUSTRIAL) LOT 3 BLOCK C (INDUSTRIAL) SHEET LAYOUT 1) OVERALL BOUNDARY 2) DETAIL WEST 3) DETAIL CENTRAL 4) DETAIL EAST 5) NOTES PREMIER LOGISTICS PARK SUBDIVISION Travis County, Texas A Limited Liability Company PO Box 90876, Austin Texas 78709 WWW.4WARDLS.COM (512) 537-2384 TBPLS FIRM #10174300 E T A M I X O R P P A N O I T A C O L E N I L Y E V …
CITY OF AUSTIN – TRAVIS COUNTY – SINGLE SUBDIVISION OFFICE SUBDIVISION APPLICATION – MASTER COMMENT REPORT UPDATE: PHONE #: U0 512-854-7687 C8J-2019-0186.1A 00 Premier Logistics Park 2900-1/2 FERGUSON LN CASE NUMBER: REVISION #: CASE MANAGER: Sarah Sumner PROJECT NAME: LOCATION: SUBMITTAL DATE: October 17, 2022 REPORT DUE DATE: November 7, 2022 FINAL REPORT DATE: November 10, 2022 STAFF REPORT: 3 DAYS HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THE UPDATE DEADLINE This report includes all staff comments received to date concerning your most recent subdivision application submittal. The comments may include requirements, recommendations, or information. The requirements in this report must be addressed by an updated submittal. The subdivision application will be approved when all requirements from each review discipline have been addressed. However, until this happens, your application is considered disapproved. Additional comments may be generated as a result of information or design changes provided in your update. If you have any questions, problems, concerns, or if you require additional information about this report, please do not hesitate to contact your case manager at the phone number listed above or by writing to the City of Austin, Development Services Department, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767. UPDATE DEADLINE (LDC 30-2-56; 30-2-82): It is the responsibility of the applicant or their agent to update this subdivision application. Formal submittal Oct. 17, LUC Nov. 15, End of Formal 1/15/2023, Fiscal by 4/15/23, Recording by 7/14/23. The final update to clear all comments must be submitted by the update deadline, which is January 16, 2023. Otherwise, the application will automatically be denied. If this date falls on a weekend or City of Austin holiday, the next City of Austin workday will be the deadline. EXTENSION OF UPDATE DEADLINE (LDC 30-1-119): You may request an extension to the update deadline by submitting a written justification to your case manager on or before the update deadline. Extensions may be granted for good cause at the Director’s discretion. UPDATE SUBMITTALS: An informal update submittal is required. Please coordinate directly with each reviewer listed below to clear comments. Electric Review - Andrea Katz - 512-322-6957 REVIEWERS: Planner 1: Chima Onyia Approved 911 Addressing Review - Janny Phung - janny.phung@austintexas.gov AD1: This plat review is rejected for the following reasons: AD2: RUNDBERG is a continuation of TUSCANY WAY and must continue the same name. It also does is an active street name and does not have a street type is …
SITE PLAN REVIEW SHEET ENVIRONMENTAL VARIANCE REQUEST ONLY CASE: SP-2021-0242C ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION DATE: November 15, 2022 PROJECT NAME: Loyola Junction Apartments APPLICANT: 3 S&D Interests AGENT: Stephen Jamison, Jamison Civil Engineering ADDRESS OF SITE: 6571 Ed Bluestein Blvd COUNTY: Travis WATERSHED: Walnut Creek, Suburban, DDZ JURISDICTION: Full purpose EXISTING ZONING: GR-MU and CS-MU-C) PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is proposing to construct an apartment complex with related amenities. DESCRIPTION OF VARIANCES: The applicant is requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 17 feet within the desired development zone. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The findings of fact have been met, and staff recommends approval for fill to 17 feet, with the following conditions: AREA: 14.46 acres Install a retaining wall to contain the major fill areas o o Utilize terracing techniques in the areas of major fill o o Add additional COA 609S Native seeding at the bottom of the major fill areas Increase the CEF setback for the existing CEF wetland feature in the area by 50 feet ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD ACTION: October 19, 2022: With a 9-0 vote, the Environmental Commission recommends support of the request, with staff conditions for a variance from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 17 feet. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Mel Fuechec PHONE: 974-3036 mel.fuechec@austintexas.gov CASE MANAGER: Christine Barton-Holmes christine.barton-holmes@austintexas.gov PHONE: 974-2788 ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 11/2/22 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Loyola Junction Apartments SP-2021-0242C NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: STEPHEN JAMISON Jamison Civil Engineering LOCATION: 6525 ED BLUESTEIN BOULEVARD NB AUSTIN, Texas, 78724 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District #1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Mel Fuechec, Environmental Review Specialist, Sr, DSD, 512- 974-3036, mel.fuechec@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: Walnut Creek, Suburban Watershed, Desired Development Zone REQUEST: Variance request is as follows: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill up to 17 feet in the desired development zone. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. STAFF CONDITION: • • Install a retaining wall to contain the major fill areas • Utilize terracing techniques in the areas of major fill Increase the CEF setback for the existing CEF wetland feature in the area by 50 feet • Add additional COA 609S Native seeding at the bottom of the major fill areas Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: Loyola Junction …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8-2022-0257.0A COMMISSION DATE: November 15, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Regiene Subdivision ADDRESS: 6501 Regiene Road APPLICANT/AGENT: Rita Wersich (WGI) ZONING: LI-PDA-NP/LI-CO-NP NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: MLK -183 AREA: 20 acres (878,354 sf) LOTS: 9 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 1 WATERSHED: Boggy Creek JURISDICTION: Full Purpose VARIANCE: None DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for Final Plat approval for 6 commercial/office/retail lots, 2 multifamily lots, and 1 greenspace lot on 20 acres (878,354 sf). Staff recommends approval of the plat, subject to the conditions listed in the attached comment report. After the conditions are met, the plat will comply with LDC 25-4-84(B). The conditions include a couple of plats notes; continue discussions with PARD regarding construction and timing of trail easement; and making 911 addressing corrections on the plat. These are administrative actions that require no discretionary review. An application that has been approved with conditions may be updated to address those conditions until the application expires and the plat does not need to be heard before the Commission again. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the plat, subject to the conditions listed in the master comment report dated November 9, 2022, and attached as Exhibit C. CASE MANAGER: Juan Enriquez, Senior Planner PHONE: 512-974-2767 E-mail: juan.enriquez@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity Map Exhibit B: Proposed Final Plat Exhibit C: Comment Report Dated November 9, 2022 N L L HIL E N N A T H AR OLD CT HUDSON ST D TS R ET B HIB D SB B D N ED BLUESTEIN BLV ED BLUESTEIN BLV R E G I E N E R D SUBJECT SITE +/- 20.16 acres D E L WA U L N BAY CITY BND Site Location Map Regiene Development Site 6705 Regiene Road Austin, Travis County, Texas 78704 SHELTON RD Legend 0 125 250 500 Feet 30205951.00 | 07.21.2022 | WGINC.COM SLM I [D] LOT 1 BLOCK A [A] [E] SEE ENLARGED PLAN ON SHEET 2 LOT 2A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 MOTOROLA INC. ED BLUESTEIN FACILITY DOC. NO. 200600304 O.P.R.T.C.T. LOT 1A-B RESUBDIVISION PLAT OF LOT 1A, RESUBDIVISION PLAT OF LOT 1, MOTOROLA INC. ED BLUESTEIN FACILITY DOC. NO. 200900045 O.P.R.T.C.T. ZEN GARDEN COMMERCIAL CONDOMINIUM DOC. NO. 2019032883 O.P.R.T.C.T. [F] R E G I E N E R O A D ( R . O . W . V A R I E S ) LOT 5 BLOCK A [M] [N] LOT 3 …
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221005-003 Date: October 5, 2022 Subject: Park 290 Logistic, SP-2021-0095C Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: Seconded by: Kevin Ramberg WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet and requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends this variance, with conditions having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: • Provide a tree-shaded outdoor seating area as to encourage employees to take breaks on-site, rather than driving to alternative locations. • Provide an on-site trail with drainage swales that naturally convey flows into existing on-site ponds. • Provide vegetative walls adjacent to the critical environmental feature located on the site. • Provide terraced landscaping area in the open space allocated on the site. and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: • • • • • • Recommend including solar technology where possible Recommend using A/C condensation catchment system to be used for landscaping Include at least one EV charging station for staff or visitors Encourage long-term tree care plan for the new and existing trees Utilize native plant standards for Blackland Prairie Utilize Dark Sky lighting in outdoor spaces The applicant will work with staff and landscape architect to increase the number of trees on site by 50 additional trees beyond what is on the plan set to the maximum extent practicable per site condition availability. Incorporate plants that support pollinators. The applicant will work with staff to review the reflective glass product they have proposed to ensure it is reducing bird strikes onsite. VOTE 9-0 For: Aguirre, Bedford, Brimer, Bristol, Ramberg, Schiera, Scott, Thompson, and Qureshi Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Barrett Bixler and Nickells Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair • • • 2
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221005-003 Date: October 5, 2022 Subject: Park 290 Logistic, SP-2021-0095C Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: Seconded by: Kevin Ramberg WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet and requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends this variance, with conditions having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: • Provide a tree-shaded outdoor seating area as to encourage employees to take breaks on-site, rather than driving to alternative locations. • Provide an on-site trail with drainage swales that naturally convey flows into existing on-site ponds. • Provide vegetative walls adjacent to the critical environmental feature located on the site. • Provide terraced landscaping area in the open space allocated on the site. and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: • • • • • • Recommend including solar technology where possible Recommend using A/C condensation catchment system to be used for landscaping Include at least one EV charging station for staff or visitors Encourage long-term tree care plan for the new and existing trees Utilize native plant standards for Blackland Prairie Utilize Dark Sky lighting in outdoor spaces The applicant will work with staff and landscape architect to increase the number of trees on site by 50 additional trees beyond what is on the plan set to the maximum extent practicable per site condition availability. Incorporate plants that support pollinators. The applicant will work with staff to review the reflective glass product they have proposed to ensure it is reducing bird strikes onsite. VOTE 9-0 For: Aguirre, Bedford, Brimer, Bristol, Ramberg, Schiera, Scott, Thompson, and Qureshi Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Barrett Bixler and Nickells Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair • • • 2
CITY OF AUSTIN –DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SUBDIVISION APPLICATION – MASTER COMMENT REPORT PHONE #: 512-974-2664 C8-2022-0252.SH U0 Joey de la Garza CASE NUMBER: UPDATE: CASE MANAGER: PROJECT NAME: Goodnight Town Center, Phase 1 Section 1 LOCATION: 8901 VERTEX BLVD SUBMITTAL DATE: October 3, 2022 FINAL REPORT DATE: October 26, 2022 STAFF REPORT: This report includes all staff comments received to date concerning your most recent subdivision application submittal. The comments may include requirements, recommendations, or information. The requirements in this report must be addressed by an updated submittal. The subdivision application will be approved when all requirements from each review discipline have been addressed. If you have any questions, concerns or if you require additional information about this report, please contact your case manager at the phone number listed above or by using the contact information listed for each reviewer in this report. Any change to the plan/plat shall not cause noncompliance with any applicable code or criteria. In addition, any change to the plat may trigger new comments. UPDATE DEADLINE INFORMATION (LDC 25-4-56; 25-4-82): All comments must be addressed by filing an updated submittal prior to the update deadline of January 2, 2023. Otherwise, the application will expire. If this date falls on a weekend or City of Austin holiday, the next City of Austin workday will be the deadline. Extension of Review Period, Extension of Update Deadline and Tolling of Application Period do not apply to applications for preliminary plan, plat or subdivision construction plans (LDC 25-1-88; 25-1-89; 25-1- 90). UPDATE SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS (LDC 25-1-83): 1. Applicants must make an appointment with Intake Staff (974-1770) in order to submit an update. 2. Your update must include the following items: a. The revised plat/plan in pdf format b. A letter that addresses each comment in the master comment report 3. Updates must be submitted on an approved submittal date. Refer to the submittal calendar for a list of approved submittal dates. Subdivision Review: Joey de la Garza REVIEWERS: Planner 1: Chima Onyia Environmental Review: Pamela Abee-Taulli 7 of 92 Electric Review - Andrea Katz - 512-322-6957 No comments §25-4-155 End of Comments No comments. 911 Addressing Review - Janny Phung - janny.phung@austintexas.gov AD1: This plat review is cleared; however, any changes to street names, street name labels, or street layouts will require a new review. ATD Engineering Review - Amber Hutchens - 512-974-5646 Environmental Review - Pamela Abee-Taulli - …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8-2022-0252.SH COMMISSION DATE: November 1, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Goodnight Town Center, Phase 1, Section 1 ADDRESS: 8901 Vertex Blvd APPLICANT: Myra J. Goepp (Austin Goodnight Ranch, LP) AGENT: Greg Fortman (HR Green) ZONING: PUD AREA: 1.65 acres (71,874 sf) LOTS: 1 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 2 WATERSHED: Onion Creek JURISDICTION: Full Purpose SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be constructed along Vertex Blvd. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for the approval of Goodnight Town Center, Phase 1, Section 1 Preliminary Plan, consisting of 1 lot for dedicated ROW on 1.65 acres (71,874 sf). The plat does not comply with the criteria for approval in LDC 25-4-84(B) and staff recommends disapproval for the reasons listed in the attached comment report. An application that has been disapproved with reasons may be updated to address those reasons until the application expires. If the applicant submits an update to address the reasons for disapproval, that update will be presented to the Land Use Commission within fifteen days of submittal. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends disapproval of the plat for the reasons listed in the comment report dated October 26, 2022 and attached as Exhibit C. CASE MANAGER: Joey de la Garza PHONE: 512-974-2664 E-mail: joey.delagarza@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity map Exhibit B: Proposed preliminary plan Exhibit C: Comment report dated October 26, 2022 1 of 92 2 of 92 OWNER/DEVELOPER: ENGINEER: SURVEYOR: NOTES: AUSTIN GOODNIGHT RANCH, L.P. 610 W. 5TH ST. SUITE 601 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 (512) 472-7455 HR GREEN 4201 W. PARMER, SUITE C-100 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78727 (512) 872-6696 HR GREEN 5508 HIGHWAY 290 WEST, SUITE 150 AUSTIN, TEXAS 78735 (512) 872-6696 1. THIS SUBDIVISION IS WITHIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN'S FULL PURPOSE JURISDICTION. 2. GOODNIGHT TOWN CENTER PHASE 1, SECTION 1 PRELIMINARY PLAN CONTAINS 1.65 ACRES OF LAND. 3. 4. THIS PROJECT IS LOCATED WITHIN THE ONION WATERSHEDS (CLASSIFIED AS SUBURBAN) AND SHALL BE DEVELOPED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GOODNIGHT RANCH PUD ORDINANCE (20061116-053 AND 20210930-134) AND CHAPTER 25 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN. THIS PROJECT IS NOT WITHIN THE EDWARDS AQUIFER RECHARGE ZONE AS DEFINED BY THE CITY OF AUSTIN. THIS PROJECT IS NOT WITHIN THE EDWARDS AQUIFER RECHARGE ZONE AS REGULATED BY THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (TCEQ). GOODNIGHT TOWN CENTER PHASE 1, SECTION 1 PRELIMINARY PLAN AUSTIN, TEXAS LEGAL DESCRIPTION 1.65 ACRES OF LAND IN THE SANTIAGO DEL VALLE GRANT, ABSTRACT NO. …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET COUNTY: Travis LOT(S): 5 total lots AGENT: Kimley-Horn ZAP. DATE: November 1, 2022 CASE NO.: C8J-2019-0145 SUBDIVISION NAME: Dry Creek Preliminary Plan AREA: 396.66 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Gateway Oasis, LLC (Andrew Evans) ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: Rodriguez & Maha Circle GRIDS: K8, K9, L8, L9 WATERSHED: E Dry Creek & S. Fork Dry Creek JURISDICTION: ETJ EXISTING ZONING: No Zoning – ETJ PROPOSED LAND USE: 5 lots Commercial SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be provided along all internal streets. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for approval of the Dry Creek Preliminary Plan. This is a plan consists of 5 lots on 396.66 acres. The proposed use will be RV Park and Manufactured Home community. There is approximately 14.59 acres of ROW will be dedicated with the final plat. Sidewalks or fee-in-lieu are proposed on all streets. Water will be provided by the City of Austin, and wastewater will be provided by on-site septic approved by Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. This is a pre-HB3167 application. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the preliminary plan as it meets all applicable State, County and City of Austin LDC requirements. CASE MANAGER: Sue Welch, Travis County TNR Email address: Sue.Welch@traviscountytx.gov Exhibit A: Dry Creek Preliminary Plan Exhibit B: Dry Creek Location Map PHONE: (512) 854-7637 VARIANCES: None 1 of 43 2 of 43 H T R O N LEGEND LEGEND PROPERTY LINE WETLAND CEF WETLAND 150FT CEF SETBACK COA COA FLOODPLAIN - ATLAS 14 ULTIMATE CONDITIONS FLOODPLAIN COA FULLY DEVELOPED 100YR FLOODPLAIN FEMA 100YR FLOODPLAIN FEMA 500YR FLOODPLAIN FUTURE SIDEWALK CENTERLINE DRAINAGE ESMT WATERSHED BOUNDARY [U] [T] [S] [R] [PP] [EE] [FF] [GG] [HH] [II] [TT] [QQ] [RR] [UU] [VV] [WW] [XX] [DD] [YY] [ZZ] [Z] D W R A Y T C E R R E S E H K E E D A S T [W] S D O W R U [V] A Y T T C H E R F R S E O E R K K H E D [AA] [BB] [CC] [OO] [X] [Y] [L] [M] [NN] [F] [G] [H] [I] [J] [K] [N] [O] [P] [Q] [MM] [LL] [KK] D R W Y A C T E R E E R S S O D U R T W Y A C H F K E H E D A S T T E R O R E R E K S K H E D …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8J-2021-0206.0A COMMISSION DATE: November 1, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Srivathanakul Subdivision ADDRESS: 101 Lago Verde Drive APPLICANT: Sunti and Janice Chen Srivathanakul AGENT: KTCivil Solutions (Jonathan Fleming, P.E.) ZONING: LA (single family residence) / E.T.J. NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: n/a / E.T.J. AREA: 1.408 acres (61,332.48 sf) LOTS: 1 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 10 WATERSHED: Lake Austin JURISDICTION: Limited Purpose / 2-Mile E.T.J. VARIANCE: 1. A Land Use Commission variance is requested to allow density to exceed one unit for each two acres with a minimum lot size of 3⁄4 of an acre [LDC 25-8-453(B)(1) & LDC 30- 5-453(B)(1)] 2. A Land Use Commission variance is requested to allow a lot that lies within a Critical Water Quality Zone to include less than two acres in a Water Quality Transition Zone or uplands [LDC 25-8-452(C) & LDC 30-5- 452(C)]; Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following, refer to Exhibit D: Staff Conditions: 1. Natural revegetation within Critical Water Quality Zone disturbed areas will be provided in accordance with COA specification 609S native seeding and planting. 2. Preserve 100% of the heritage trees within the proposed subdivision. 3. The applicant will provide a rainwater collection system with the residential building permit application. The collection system will capture roof runoff from the proposed structure. 4. The proposed new construction will minimize disturbance to the Critical Water Quality Zone associated with Lake Austin. Specifically, the proposed addition to the existing house will be located to the northwest of the existing house to minimize disturbance to the Critical Water Quality Zone. 5. An upgraded septic system will be provided and will be located further away from lake than the existing septic system. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for the approval of Srivathanakul Subdivision final plat comprised of 1 lot on 1.408 acres (61,332.48 sf)). Staff recommends approval of the variances as proposed by the Environmental Commission, and approval of the plat subject to the conditions listed in the attached comment report. After the conditions 1 of 484 are met, the plat will comply with LDC 25-4-84(B). The conditions listed in the comment report are administrative actions that require no discretionary review. An application that has been approved with conditions may be updated to address those conditions until the application expires and the plat does not need to be heard before the Commission again. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the variances …
1 of 484 TP TP TREE PROTECTION PROPERTY PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT (PUE) 0 40' 80' SCALE: 1" = 40' LEGEND 970 EXISTING CONTOUR WTR WW SF 1234 1234 1234 1234 (ROW) R.O.W. TREE ADJACENT PROPERTY LINE WATERSHED BOUNDARY LINE PROPERTY LINE EXISTING WATERLINE PROPOSED WATERLINE PROPOSED WASTEWATER LINE SILT FENCE SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS FLOODPLAIN EXISTING TREE (TO REMAIN) EXISTING TREE (TO BE REMOVED) EXISTING HERITAGE TREE (TO REMAIN) BENCHMARK AXLE FOUND 1/2" IRON PIPE FOUND IRON ROD FOUND WITH CAP "X" SCRIBE MARK FOUND ON TOP OF WALL COPPER ROD SET IN CONCRETE CALCULATED CORNER UNABLE TO SET POWER POLE DOWN GUY OVERHEAD ELECTRIC LINE CONCRETE SLAB PUMP HOUSE OFFICIAL PUBLIC RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS PLAT RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS DEED RECORDS OF TRAVIS COUNTY, TEXAS RECORD INFORMATION ACCORDING TO THE FEMA FLOOD INSURANCE RATE MAP 48453C0410J DATED JANUARY 22, 2020 THE SUBJECT TRACT LIES WITHIN THREE (3) ZONES; 1. ZONE AE, ZONES WITH A BASE FLOOD ELEVATION OR DEPTH. 2. ZONE X SHADED 0.2% ANNUAL CHANCE FLOOD HAZARD, AREAS OF 1% ANNUAL CHANCE FLOOD WITH AVERAGE DEPTH LESS THAN ONE FOOT OR WITH DRAINAGE AREAS OF LESS THAN ONE SQUARE MILE. 3. ZONE X UNSHADED AREA OF MINIMAL FLOOD HAZARD. BASIS OF BEARINGS ARE GRID NAD83/2011 ADJUSTMENT TEXAS PLANE COORDINATE SYSTEM CENTRAL ZONE 4203. DISTANCES SHOWN ARE SURFACE TO CONVERT TO GRID MULTIPLY BY THE COMBINED SCALE FACTOR OF 0.999923679. X X X X 5 1 3 E T U S I | I Y A W H G H S A X E T F O L A T P A C I . N 5 0 8 6 4 7 4 7 - 8 5 7 ) 2 1 5 ( . L E T | 1 3 7 8 7 S A X E T , I N T S U A 9 2 1 8 1 - F . I O N M R F E P B T Y B I I N O T P R C S E D / I N O S V E R I E T A D . O N THIS DOCUMENT IS RELEASED FOR THE PURPOSE OF INTERIM REVIEW UNDER THE AUTHORITY OF JONATHAN P. FLEMING, P.E. #109872 ON October 26, 2021 IT IS NOT TO BE USED FOR CONSTRUCTION, BIDDING OR PERMIT PURPOSES. NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION UNTIL APPROVED BY REGULATORY AGENCIES L U K …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET PC DATE: 11/01/2022 CASE NO.: C8J-2018-0091.3A SUBDIVISION NAME: Turners Crossing South Phase 1 AREA: 128.786 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Meritage Homes of Texas, LLC (Matthew Scrivener) AGENT: Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Jacob Kondo) ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: 13023 N Turnersville Road GRIDS: G-8, G-7 WATERSHED: Rinard Creek COUNTY: Travis LOT(S): 259 JURISDICTION: 2-Mile ETJ MUD: N/A EXISTING ZONING: N/A PROPOSED LAND USE: Single Family, Commercial, Multi-Family, Amenity, Drainage, Landscape, Park ADMINISTRATIVE WAIVERS: N/A VARIANCES: None SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be provided on all internal streets. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: This plat was previously approved with conditions on the January 11, 2022 Planning Commission meeting but failed to clear all conditions before the application expired. This request is for approval with conditions of Turners Crossing South Phase One Subdivision consisting of 259 lots on 128.786 acres. Water and wastewater will be provided by the City of Austin. Staff recommends approval of the plat subject to the conditions listed in the attached comment report. Provided the conditions are met by January 2, 2023, the plat will comply with City of Austin Land Development Code, Chapter 30-2-84(B). The conditions include plat note revisions and an update to reports. These are administrative actions that require no discretionary review. An application that has been approved with conditions may be updated to address those conditions until the application expires and the plat does not need to be heard before the Commission again. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommends approval with conditions of this subdivision. This plan meets all applicable County, State and City of Austin LDC requirements. 1 1 of 205 ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: CASE MANAGER: Sarah Sumner Email address: sarah.sumner@traviscountytx.gov PHONE: 512-854-7687 2 2 of 205 Turner’s Crossing South Phase 1 Location Map 3 of 205 TRAVIS COUNTY CONSUMER PROTECTION NOTICE FOR HOMEBUYERS IF YOU ARE BUYING A LOT OR HOME, YOU SHOULD DETERMINE WHETHER IT IS INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS. THIS CAN AFFECT THE ENJOYMENT AND VALUE OF YOUR HOME. DEPENDING ON STATE LAW AND OTHER FACTORS, LAND OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS MAY BE SUBJECT TO FEWER LOCAL GOVERNMENT CONTROLS OVER THE DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF LAND THAN INSIDE THE CITY LIMITS. THE SUBDIVISION'S RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS MAY CREATE PRIVATELY ENFORCEABLE RESTRICTIONS AGAINST INCOMPATIBLE LAND USES WITHIN THE SUBDIVISION, WHETHER IT IS INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS. DEPENDING ON STATE LAW AND OTHER FACTORS, HOWEVER, OUTSIDE THE CITY LIMITS NEITHER PRIVATE NOR GOVERNMENTAL RESTRICTIONS …
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET Amendment: C20-2021-014 Project Connect Ordinance Description: Consider an amendment to Title 25 City Code for Transit System Projects to facilitate the construction of critical transportation infrastructure. Proposed Language: See attached draft ordinance and background information. Summary of proposed code amendment This is a Foundational Ordinance, creating a place for any future code amendments, and proposes 5 main components: • Structure (as a foundational ordinance) • Requiring a construction noise and mitigation plan • Adjustments to site plan • Establish uses • Fiscal exemption beyond the ROW Background: Initiated by City Council Resolution 20211029-003 In October of 2021, Council passed a resolution directing staff to scan code, criteria and processes looking for obstacles to efficient implementation and permitting of Project Connect. The resolution cites the City’s mobility plan, the voter referendum for Project Connect, the ENO report, and the known difficulties of Austin’s codes and ordinances in implementing a linear project. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends the proposed code amendment. Board and Commission Actions September 21, 2022: Went before Codes and Ordinances Joint Commission; unable to hear item due to lack of quorum. October 4, 2022: Urban Transportation Commission. Approved motion of support. October 5, 2022: Environmental Commission. Approved motion of support (see EV commission recommendation attached) October 11, 2022: Planning Commission. Approved motion of recommendation. October 18, 2022: Scheduled to go before the Zoning and Platting Commission. October 19, 2022: Scheduled to go before the Downtown Commission October 24, 2022: Scheduled to go before the Design Commission. Council Action December 1, 2022: Suggested date/time Ordinance Number: NA City Staff: Donna Galati Phone: 512-974-2733 Email: donna.galati@austintexas.gov PART 1. Project Connect is the City’s high-capacity transit system expansion, which will ultimately consist of multiple light rail lines, a downtown subway, an expanded bus system, and associated transportation terminals. To facilitate the construction of this critical transportation infrastructure, certain modifications and waivers to City Code are necessary to ensure that construction of a high-capacity transit system is completed in a timely manner. PART 2. This ordinance and the attached Exhibits A and B consist of the “Transit System Regulations”. Development of the Transit System shall conform to the limitations and conditions set forth in this ordinance. If this ordinance and the attached exhibits conflict, this ordinance controls. Except as otherwise provided by this ordinance, all other rules, regulations, and ordinances of the City apply. PART 3. The attached exhibits are …
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, November 1, 2022 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, November 1, 2022 at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Cesar Acosta Nadia Barrera-Ramirez – Chair Scott Boone Ann Denkler – Parliamentarian Betsy Greenberg David King – Secretary Jolene Kiolbassa – Vice-Chair Hank Smith Lonny Stern Carrie Thompson Roy Woody EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from October 11, 2022. Attorney: Chrissy Mann, 512-974-2179 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Preliminary Plan: C8-2022-0252.SH - Goodnight Town Center, Phase 1 Section 1; District 2 8901 Vertex Boulevard, Onion Creek Watershed Location: Owner/Applicant: Austin Goodnight Ranch, LP (Myra Goepp) Agent: Request: Greg Fortman (HR Green) Approval of Goodnight Town Center, Phase 1, Section 1 Preliminary Plan, consisting of one lot dedicated for ROW purposes on 1.65 acres of land. Disapprove for Reasons per Exhibit C Joey de la Garza, 512-974-2664, joey.delagarza@austintexas.gov Development Services Department Staff Rec.: Staff: 3. Preliminary Plan: C8J-2019-0145 - Dry Creek Preliminary Plan Location: Owner/Applicant: Gateway Oasis V, LLC Agent: Request: Rodriguez and Maha Circle, Dry Creek Watershed Andrew Evans (Kimley-Horn) Approval of Dry Creek Preliminary Plan, consisting of 5 lots on 396.66 acres. Approval Sue Welch, 512-854-7637, sue.welch@traviscountytx.gov Travis County/Single Office Staff Rec.: Staff: C8J-2021-0206.0A - Srivathanakul Subdivision; District 10 4. Final Plat with variances: Location: Owner/Applicant: Sunti and Janice Chen Srivathanakul Agent: Request: 101 Lago Verde Dr., Lake Austin Watershed KTCivil Solutions (Jonathan Fleming, P.E.) Approval of a one lot subdivision on 1.408 acres with variances to L.D.C 25-8-453(B)(1) & L.D.C 30-5-453(B)(1) to allow density to exceed one unit for each two acres and a variance to L.D.C …
RESOLUTION NO. 20211029-003 WHEREAS, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan ("ASMP") (Ordinance No. 20190411-033) is the transportation element of the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan and calls for a 50/50 mode share by 2039, which includes increasing use of sustainable modes such as walking, bicycling, teleworking and transit; WHEREAS, City Council adopted Resolution No. 20190808-081 directing the City Manager to "analyze and report on options for the City of Austin and other related or interested public or private entities to leverage resources to support the creation, operation, and maintenance of a high-capacity transit system"; WHEREAS, Austin voters approved Project Connect, the regional high- capacity transit system, on November 3,2020; WHEREAS, on December 18,2020, the City of Austin and the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority created a local government corporation named the Austin Transit Partnership Local Government Corporation to aid the City and Capital Metro and act on their behalf to accomplish the governmental purpose of implementing the Project Connect System Plan; WHEREAS, in a report entitled Saving Time and Making Cents: A Blueprintfor Building Transit Better ("Eno Report"), published in 2021, the Eno Center for Transportation identified local regulation, permitting, and decision- making procedures throughout the United States as an obstacle to achieving viable, cost-effective transit systems on par with those of peer nations; WHEREAS, noting that local development codes are generally ill- suited to the nature and scale of mass transit, the Eno Report found that jurisdictions that have successfully constructed mass transit systems apply modified regulations and review procedures to accommodate the unique challenges Page 1 0f 3 transit construction presents and the ways it differs from private development or conventional transportation and public works projects; WHEREAS, the City ofAustin's Land Development Code does not provide for the design and permitting of linear construction required for mobility and transit facilities that encompass large areas, include subsurface and above-ground elements, and span multiple zoning districts and watersheds; WHEREAS, greater flexibility and more carefully tailored regulations are required to facilitate construction of Project Connect; WHEREAS, City staff routinely interprets and applies City Code to development and capital improvement applications; WHEREAS, the Land Development Code, existing regulations, criteria, and procedures should be flexibly applied to facilitate construction of Project Connect to the greatest extent possible until existing requirements can be amended; WHEREAS, there are Project Connect MetroRapid and MetroRail projects currently moving forward in advance of the Orange and Blue Line light rail projects; …
