HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, May 4, 2022 – 6:00 PM CITY HALL - Council Chambers 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. COMMISSION MEMBERS: x Terri Myers, Chair x Ben Heimsath, Vice Chair x Anissa Castillo ab Witt Featherston x Kevin Koch ab Carl Larosche x Kelly Little x Trey McWhorter x Blake Tollett ab Beth Valenzuela x Caroline Wright APPROVED MINUTES CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (10) speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. There were no speakers for Public Communication. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES A. February 28, 2022 – Offered for consent approval MOTION: Approve the minutes, on a motion by Commissioner Heimsath. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 8-0. March 28, 2022 – Offered for consent approval B. MOTION: Approve the minutes, on a motion by Commissioner Heimsath. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 8-0. 1 Flat Top Fences – City of Austin Community Engagement Office Presenter: Mayra Rivera Proposed rehabilitations in Sixth Street National Register district Presenter: Richard Suttle 2. BRIEFINGS A. B. A. 3. PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and Possible Action on Applications for Historic Zoning, Discussion and Action on Applications for Historic District Zoning, and Requests to Consider Initiation of Historic Zoning Cases A.1. PR-2021-137925 – 1505 Forest Trl. – Discussion (postponed February 28, 2022) Council District 10 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Owner’s agent: Carolina Escamilla City Staff: Elizabeth Brummett, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-1264 Staff Recommendation: In consideration of the applicant’s withdrawal of the demolition permit application and intent to retain the historic house while constructing additional housing on site, staff recommends that the Commission not pursue historic zoning. Michael Leary spoke in favor of historic zoning. Carolina Escamilla spoke in opposition. MOTION: Postpone the public hearing indefinitely and invite the applicant to the Architectural Review Committee, on a motion by Commissioner Heimsath. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 8-0. A.2. PR-2021-195456 – 1617 New York Ave. – Consent postponement to June 1, 2022 (postponed March 28, 2022) Council District 1 Proposal: Commission-initiated historic zoning. Owner’s agent: Holly Arthur City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Committee Feedback: Relocate the chimney to avoid disrupting the existing gable end and …
Regular Meeting of the Environmental Commission May 4, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. Permitting and Development Center, Events Center, Room 1406 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the Environmental Commission will be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak remotely, call or email the board liaison Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov, no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). COMMISSIONERS: Haris Qureshi (D-1) Rachel Scott (D-2) Pam Thompson (D-3) Melinda Scheira (D-4) Kevin Ramberg (D-8) Chair Audrey Barrett Bixler (D-5) Ana Aguirre (D-9) Colin Nickells (D-6) Richard Brimer (D-10) Jennifer Bristol (D-7) Secretary Perry Bedford (Mayor) Vice-Chair _________________________________________________________________________________ Agenda CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1 1. 2. 3. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the April 20, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Discussion and recommendation of Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for approval to include in the 5-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8—Aurora Pizano, Financial Manager II, Austin Water (15 minutes) b. Briefing on proposed changes to City Land Development Code Title 25 (§ 25-1, § 25-2, § 25-8) to address challenges to the successful design and construction of public mobility projects in the right-of-way—Susan Daniels, Deputy Director, Corridor Program Office. (30 minutes) PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Name: Pinnacle at Wildhorse Ranch, C8-2021-0152 Applicant: Kevin Burks, Kimley Horn & Associates Location: 12000 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, TX 78724 Council District: District 1 Staff: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Program Coordinator, Development Services Department Watershed: Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone 1. Request …
Memorandum To: Boards and Commissions From: Greg Meszaros, Director, Austin Water Date: March 23, 2022 Subject: Board and Commission and Citizen Review of new Growth-related Capital Improvement Projects in Drinking Water Protection Zone The Austin City Council approved an amendment to Austin Water’s (AW) Financial Policy No. 8 to provide for enhanced Board and Commission and citizen reviews of AW’s new growth-related capital improvement projects (CIP) located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ). The previous ordinance (No. 20130117-017) took effect on January 28, 2013 and on August 11, 2021 ordinance (No. 20210811-001) amended the DWPZ financial policy. AW is presenting the new growth-related projects to Boards and Commissions as set forth in the ordinance. The revised Financial Policy No. 8 reads as follows: Capital improvement projects for new water and wastewater treatment plants, capital expansions, and growth-related projects that are located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ) will be identified and submitted, as part of the annual budget process, to the following Boards and Commissions: Water and Wastewater Commission, Resource Management Commission, and the Environmental Board. These Boards and Commissions will review growth-related DWPZ capital projects spending plans, obtain Board and Commission and citizen input, review consistency with Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan, review effect on growth within the DWPZ, and make recommendations on project approval for inclusion in Austin Water's five-year capital spending plan. This summer, AW representatives will be distributing a brief report to the Commissions on the CIP projects located in the DWPZ related to the financial policy. Attachments: CIP Subprojects Summary CIP Subprojects Supplemental Information and Map The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Austin Water Infrastructure Management Financial Policy No. 8 Drinking Water Protection Zone Projects Summary FY23-27 CIP Plan Development Each year, as part of the City of Austin Budget approval process, Austin Water submits a plan for the capital improvements program (CIP) spending for the upcoming five-year period. Austin Water’s FY23-27 CIP Plan includes projects located across the Austin metropolitan area, including the Drinking Water Protection Zone (DWPZ). In compliance with Austin Water’s Financial Policy No. 8, the capital improvement projects for new water and wastewater treatment plants, capital expansions, and growth related projects that are located in the DWPZ are presented below for consideration by City of Austin Boards and Commissions. These …
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 ORDINANCE LANGUAGE HAS NOT RECEIVED FINAL REVIEW BY LAW DEPT PART 1. City Code Section 25-1-112 (Fiscal Security) is amended to add a new Subsection (F) to read as follows: (F) A public project is not required to post fiscal security under this title. PART 2. Section 1.2.4. (Exemptions) of City Code Chapter 25-2, Subchapter E is amended to read as follows: 1.2.4. Exemptions. A. General Exemptions. Except as otherwise provided in this Subchapter, the following types of development are exempt from the requirements of this Subchapter: 1. Development that does not require a site plan under Chapter 25-5, except that Section 2.5 (Exterior Lighting) shall apply; 2. Development in the following zoning districts: Agricultural (AG) district; Aviation (AV) district; and a. b. c. Traditional neighborhood (TN) district; 3. Development built pursuant to the overlay district provisions of the University Neighborhood Overlay (UNO) district; 4. Development of a public primary or secondary educational facility; 5. Development built pursuant to the Robert Mueller Municipal Airport Redevelopment Plan; 6. Development of an industrial use or unmanned communication services, construction sales and service, drop-off recycling collection facility, equipment repair or scrap and salvage services use that is not located on a Core Transit Corridor; 7. Interior remodeling of a building. 8. Development for which public access is prohibited due to health, safety and welfare reasons; pg. 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 ORDINANCE LANGUAGE HAS NOT RECEIVED FINAL REVIEW BY LAW DEPT 9. Development of a warehouse if less than 25% of the gross floor area is used for a non-industrial use; 10. Sidewalk, shared use and urban trail projects managed by the City of Austin and processed under the City's General Permit program which are undertaken for the purpose of bringing existing facilities into compliance with the Americans With Disabilities Act; 11. A public mobility project in the right-of-way; and 12.[11.] Development built pursuant to any of the following adopted regulating plans: a. Transit-Oriented District Station Area Plan; b. North Burnet/Gateway (NBG) District; c. East Riverside Corridor; d. Waller Creek District; e. Downtown Austin Plan; or f. Airport Boulevard Corridor Plan. PART 3. City …
RESOLUTION NO. 20220303-028 WHEREAS, in August 2016, City Council approved Resolution No. 20160818-07 4 that expressed Council's intent to contract with voters for a Mobility Bond election in November 2016 and directed the City Managerto analyze existing capital project delivery systems and processes in order to recommend potential changes and resource requirements to complete the bond program within eight years from initiation; and WHEREAS, in March 2019, City Council approved Resolution No. 20190328-040 that affirmed the City of Austin's desire to construct as many miles of progressive multi-modal mobility infrastructure as quickly as it can to facilitate congestion relief, safety, and environmental stewardship, and encouraged the City Manager to form a steering committee of representatives from relevant departments to align resources, priorities, and policies that support an accelerated timetable for planned bicycle, scooter, transit, sidewalks, and tier one urban trail and, infrastructure projects; WHEREAS, in August 2019, City Council approved Resolution N o. 20190808-081 that directed the City Manager to analyze and report on options for the City to leverage resources to support the creation, operation, and maintenance of a high-capacity transit system; and, WHEREAS, in August 2020, City Council approved Resolution N o. 20200807-003 that expressed Council's intent to contract with the voters for a citywide rapid transit system (to be known as "Project Connect") that will include four MetroRapid lines to be constructed and operational within five years, and two light rail lines to be constructed within and operational ten years; and, Page 1 of 5 WHEREAS, in August 2020, City Council approved Resolution No. 20200812-011 that expressed Council's intent to contract with the voters fora Mobility Bond election in November 2020, and directed the City Manager to analyze existing capital project delivery systems and processes in order to recommend potential changes and resource requirements to accelerate project delivery and maximize the number ofprojects to be completed within six years; and, WHEREAS, in October 2021, City Council approved Resolution No. 20211029-003 that directed the City Manager to review City Code, including, but not limited to, the Land Development Code, Criteria Manuals, and permitting procedures to identify impediments to the design, construction, implementation, and operation of Project Connect, and to present any Code amendments necessary to City Council no later than April 2022; and, WHEREAS, public mobility projects in the right-of-way offer tremendous community benefits, including improved multimodal access and accessibility for individuals with disabilities, enhanced life safety, greater …
Pamela Abee-Taulli Environmental Program Coordinator Development Services Department PINNACLE AT WILDHORSE RANCH 12000 BLUE BLUFF RD, AUSTIN 78724 C8-2021-0152 PROJECT LOCATION Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone 2 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the- ground survey and represents only the approximate relative location of property boundaries. This product has been produced by the Watershed Protection Department for the sole purpose of geographic reference. No warranty is made by the City of Austin regarding specific accuracy or completeness. [0510Miles PROJECT LOCATION Site Location 3 [ PROPERTY DATA • Gilleland Creek Watershed • Suburban Classification • Desired Development Zone • Full Purpose Jurisdiction • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • 2 Wetland Critical Environmental Features • Council District 1 4 [ THE DEVELOPMENT • Single family residential lots. • Water quality and detention facilities. • Right of way. 5 [ VARIANCE REQUESTS § 25-8-341 - CUT REQUIREMENTS. (A) Cuts on a tract of land may not exceed four feet of depth. 1. The variance request is to allow cut over 4 feet to15 feet. § 25-8-342 - FILL REQUIREMENTS. (A) fill on a tract of land may not exceed four feet of depth. 2. The variance request is to allow fill over 4 feet to 15 feet. 6 VARIANCE REQUESTS Grading 1. Cut to 15 2. Fill to 15 7 [ VARIANCE REQUESTS Grading 1. Cut to 15 2. Fill to 15 8 [ VARIANCE REQUESTS Grading 1. Cut to 15 2. Fill to 15 9 [ VARIANCE REQUESTS Grading 1. Cut to 15 2. Fill to 15 10 [ VARIANCE REQUESTS BACKGROUND Constraints • Slopes at or exceeding 15 percent grade. Site Location 11 [ VARIANCE REQUESTS BACKGROUND Constraints • Slopes at or exceeding 15 percent grade. • Two wetland Critical Environmental Features (CEFs) Site Location Wetland Wetland buffer 12 [ • Similar variances have been granted for projects with similar code Is necessitated by topographic features, not design choice; Is the minimum deviation from the code; and Is unlikely to result in harmful environmental consequences. • Water quality will be equal to water quality without the variance. VARIANCE RECOMMENDATION requirements. The variance • • • • 13 VARIANCE CONDITIONS Staff recommends the variances, with the following conditions. …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: May 4, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Pinnacle at Wildhorse Ranch C8-2021-0152 NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Kimley Horn & Assoc., Kevin Burks LOCATION: 12000 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, TX, 78724 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District #1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: WATERSHED: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Program Coordinator, Development Services Department, 512.974.1879, pamela.abee-taulli@austingexas.gov Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone REQUEST: Variance request is as follows: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITION: • Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut to 15 feet. • Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill to 15 feet. Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. 1. The applicant will provide enhanced vegetation for the wetland critical environmental features, to be comprised of 1 (one) canopy tree and 2 (two) understory trees per 700 square feet, to be planted in clusters, with plants no closer than 3feet on center, in a generally tree-less area that is roughly 70,000 sf. 2. Grading over 8 feet will be stabilized by containment and/or terracing. 3. Water quality requirements will be met by using biofiltration, a green storm water quality infrastructure. Page 1 of 24 Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Ordinance Standard: Variance Request: Pinnacle at Wildhorse Ranch Comprehensive Watershed Ordinance as modified by Planned Unit Development (PUD) Ordinance 020214-28 Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut to 15 feet. Include an explanation with each applicable finding of fact. A. Land Use Commission variance determinations from Chapter 25-8-41 of the City Code: 1. The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Grading variances have been deemed appropriate under similar Yes development circumstances for sites with multiple constraints. Blue Bluff/Saddle Ridge at Wildhorse Ranch (C8-2020-0033) also received variances for cut to 15 feet and fill to 15 feet. Both sites have topographical challenges, including slopes near or exceeding a grade of fifteen percent. This site has two wetland features as well. These constraints make it difficult to comply with Transportation Criteria Manual and Americans with Disabilities requirements for slopes, stopping sight distance, and block length maximums without variances to the Land Development Code grading regulations. 2. The variance: a) Is not necessitated by the scale, layout, construction method, or other design …
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: May 4, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: LOCATION: COUNCIL DISTRICT: ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITION: Case No. C814-2009-0139.03; Bull Creek PUD Amendment #4 David Armbrust, Armbrust & Brown 5305, 5400, 5404, 5408, 5505, Paradox Cove; 4909, 4915-1/2, 4929 FM 2222 Road District 10 Leslie Lilly, Environmental Program Coordinator, Watershed Protection Department, Leslie.Lilly@austintexas.gov Bull Creek Watershed, Water Supply Suburban, Drinking Water Protection Zone To amend a Planned Unit Development (PUD) Staff recommended with conditions 1. This applicant completes the restoration plan prior to the conversion of the property to civic use as established by the PUD (and referenced in site plan SP- 2021-0249D) such that any further development or redevelopment is subject to current code at the time of site development permit application. 2. This project shall comply with 25-8, except for the relevant code modifications included in the PUD amendment. 3. This project shall comply with the environmental superiority elements included in the PUD amendment. Bull Creek PUD 5305, 5400, 5404, 5408, 5505, Paradox Cove; 4909, 4915-1/2, 4929 FM 2222 Road C814-2009-0139.03 (PUD Amendment) Leslie Lilly Environmental Program Coordinator Watershed Protection Planned Unit Development Amendment • A Planned Unit Development (PUD) is a type of site development and regulatory process established by city ordinance for a tract of land. • The Bull Creek PUD was approved by council in 2009, designating the type of development allowed for this single-family residential property. • The applicant is requesting a PUD Amendment to revise the Land Use Plan (exhibit C) and Restoration plan (exhibit F) for the property. Site Conditions • Located in Full Purpose Jurisdiction • The site is located at the confluence of Bull Creek and Lake Austin • In both the Bull Creek and Lake Austin Watersheds Environmental Features • The property has both rimrock CEFs and wetland CEFs • The SW portion of the property is in the 100-year floodplain • The SW bank was impounded before 1958 • The shoreline has a fringe of large cypress trees • The southern section of the property is dominated by bermuda grass lawn with heritage pecan trees Requested Code Modifications 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Section 25-8-341 modified to allow cut to exceed 4 feet (up to 8 feet) to allow for the construction of habitat pond as shown in Exhibit J of …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET Amendment #3 DISTRICT: 10 CASE: C814-2009-0139.03 – Bull Creek PUD ZONING FROM: PUD ADDRESS: 5305, 5400, 5404, 5408, 5505 Paradox Cove; 4909, 4915-1/2, 4929 FM 2222 Road SITE AREA: 54.70 acres PROPERTY OWNER: David G. Booth, Trustee for the David Booth Revocable Trust AGENT: Armbrust & Brown, PLLC (David Armbrust) TO: PUD, to change conditions of zoning CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant an amendment to planned unit development (PUD) district zoning as outlined in the redlined draft PUD amendment ordinance, and as shown in Exhibit C – the revised Land Use Plan, and supporting Exhibits F, J, K, N, and O. For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, please see pages 2 - 6. ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION ACTION: May 4, 2022: ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: May 17, 2022: April 19, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO MAY 17, 2022, BY CONSENT March 1, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO APRIL 19, 2022 [J. KIOLBASSA; A. DENKLER – 2ND] (11-0) [H. SMITH; A. DENKLER – 2ND] (9-0) S. BOONE; R. WOODY – ABSENT January 18, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO MARCH 1, 2022 [H. SMITH; C. ACOSTA – 2ND] (10-0) R. WOODY – OFF THE DAIS August 4, 2020: APPROVED AN INDEFINITE POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF [H. SMITH; D. KING – 2ND] (10-0) ONE VACANCY ON THE DAIS C814-2009-0139.03 Page 2 CITY COUNCIL ACTION: To be scheduled ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The Applicant has discussed the proposed PUD amendment with Courtyard Homeowners Association, Cat Mountain Homeowners Association, North West Austin Civic Association, and 2222 Coalition of Neighborhood Associations (CONA). The Applicant is in agreement with the Staff recommendation. EXHIBITS AND ATTACHMENTS TO THE STAFF REPORT: Exhibits A and A-1: Zoning Map and Aerial Exhibit B: Applicant’s Summary Letter; Redlined, draft PUD Amendment Ordinance; Tier 1 / Tier 2 Chart; and Code Modifications Revised Exhibits to the PUD: Exhibit C: Land Use Plan Exhibit F: Restoration Plan and Details Exhibit J: Cut and Fill Exhibit K: Construction on Slopes Exhibit N: Critical Environmental Features Exhibit O: Tree Protection Attachment A: Environmental Commission support material Correspondence Received CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The proposed third amendment to the Bull Creek Planned Unit Development (PUD) consists of a single family residence with several accessory structures located at the confluence of Lake Austin and Bull Creek. …
Summary of Proposed Changes Type of Change Clarify (Exemptions) of City Code Chapter 25-2, amend Subchapter E 3 25-8-211 (Water Quality Control Requirement) 4 25-8-214 (Optional Payment Instead of Structural Controls in Urban Watersheds) Description Current Status/Concern Proposed Improvement Advantage 1 25-1-112 Fiscal Security, add a new Subsection (F) Fiscal security is primarily intented for private development. The City has other existing mechanisms in place to accomplish the intent of this section for public projects. Clarify that a public project is not required to post fiscal security under this title. Provides clarity for project sponsors, design teams, and Code reviewers. 2 Section 1.2.4. Clarify Public right-of-way is not zoned land. Provides clarity for project sponsors, design teams, and Code reviewers. Clarify that roadway rights-of-way are not subject to zoning and land use rules. Policy Current requirements for calculating impervious cover do not allow a credit for removal of existing impervious. Calculations are done on a "site" basis, translation of site to linear projects in the right-of-way needed. A single mobility project may cross multiple watersheds. Policy Roadway projects have limited land area available to provide space for water quality controls within the right-of-way and vacant land is not always available for purchase. Revise procedure for water quality calculations to be determined on a watershed basis rather than for the total mobility project area and to allow for a credit for the removal of existing impervious cover. Removes barriers to the delivery of critical safety and mobility improvements. Reduces reliance on waivers and variances. Translates code written for commercial development to mobility projects in the right-of-way. 5 25-8-262 (Critical Water Quality Zone Street Crossings) Clarify Current requirements are not clear that rail lines, like roadways, are able to cross critical water quality zones. Creates a Public Mobility Projects Structural Control Fund for payment-in-lieu of built improvements in all watersheds of the City except the Barton Springs Zone. The payment shall be based on a formula established by the Council. As funds accumulate, they City can best direct the use of funds for the design and construction of water quality control facilities. Clarify definitions of types of roadways and that railways have the same ability to cross critical water quality zones as roadways. 6 25-8-341 (Cut Requirements) Clarify Current requirements are not clear that rail lines, like roadways, are able to cross critical water quality zones. Clarify that railways have the …
PROPOSED CODE AMENDMENTS FOR MOBILITY PROJECTS IN THE ROW Boards & Commissions Presenter: Susan Daniels May 2022 HISTORIC INVESTMENT IN MOBILITY INFRASTRUCTURE 3 connectivity improved level-of- service for all modes reduction in congestion MOBILITY PRIORITIES COMMUNITY CONSIDERATIONS improved effectiveness of transit operations preservation of existing affordable housing preservation of existing local businesses promotes healthy, equitable and complete communities opportunities for development of new affordable housing opportunities to facilitate mixed- income housing emphasizes livable, walkable, safe and transit- supportive corridors MOBILITY BONDS • • 2016 Bond • 2018 Bond Contract With Voters: Analyze capital project delivery 2020 Bond systems to recommend potential changes to accelerate bond program completion. PROJECT CONNECT 4 CORRIDOR PROGRAM SCALE Corridor Program alone is implementing 50 miles of critical safety and mobility improvements 5 CORRIDOR PROGRAM – FOCUSED ON OUTCOMES Corridor Construction Program Map • 10-15% Mode Shift • Average 25% Reduction in Vehicular Delay • 15%+ Reduction in Crashes • Complete Streets/ Complete Communities • 100 bike route connections • 75 miles of sidewalks or shared-use paths • 120 signal improvements • 13 of Austin’s Top Crash Intersections improved 6 CORRIDOR PROGRAM - MODE SHIFT The Austin Strategic Mobility Plan’s goal for managing traffic congestion is a 50/50 mode share. This means that we could maintain approximately the same number of cars as we have on the road today, while almost doubling in population by 2039. The Corridor Construction Program will achieve an estimated 10-15% mode shift with a reduction of 4.36 million vehicular trips annually. 7 CORRIDOR PROGRAM – CRASH REDUCTION Corridor Construction Program infrastructure is improving safety by an estimated reduction of 200 crashes annually. The Corridor Construction Program is improving 13 of Austin’s Top Crash Intersections across six Council Districts. 8 Austin’s average summer temperatures are expected to increase by at least two degrees by 2040. COMPLETE COMMUNITIES INFRASTRUCTURE Corridor Program improvements include rain gardens, landscape buffers, grass, and trees which all help to improve Austin’s quality of life by lessening exposure to heat. • Installing 2000 trees across multiple roadways • Constructing 22+ rain gardens 9 CORRIDOR PROGRAM – REDUCED EMISSIONS Transportation produces about 36% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the Austin metro area, with a 178% increase since 1990. “Every transportation decision is a climate decision.” – US Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, SXSW 2022 The Corridor Construction Program is reducing emissions annually along 9 corridors by an estimated 20% or …
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20220504 002a Date: May 4, 2022 Subject: Discussion and recommendation of Austin Water (AW) Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for approval to include in AW’s 5-year capital spending plan as required by AW Financial Policy #8. Motion by: Jennifer Bristol Seconded by: Perry Bedford RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the City of Austin Water Utility presented and updated the Environmental Commission on new growth-related Capital Improvement Program (CIP) projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone; and WHEREAS, the Austin Water Utility provides adequate drinking water and reliable systems for current and future customers. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends approval of the request for inclusion of the CIP projects in Austin Water Utility’s 5-year capital spending budget. VOTE: 10-0 For: Qureshi, Scott, Schiera, Barrett Bixler, Nickells, Bristol, Ramberg, Aguirre, Brimer, Bedford Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Thompson Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20220504 003a Date: May 4, 2022 Subject: Pinnacle at Wildhorse Ranch, C8-2021-0152 Motion by: Jennifer Bristol Seconded by: Melinda Schiera Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut to 15 feet. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill to 15 feet. RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting variances as follows: • • WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends this variance, (with staff conditions) having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following: Staff Conditions: 1. The applicant will provide enhanced vegetation for the wetland critical environmental features, to be comprised of 1 (one) canopy tree and 2 (two) understory trees per 700 square feet, to be planted in clusters, with plants no closer than 3 feet on center, in a generally tree-less area that is roughly 70,000 sf. 2. Grading over 8 feet will be stabilized by containment and/or terracing. 3. Water quality requirements will be met by using biofiltration, a green stormwater quality infrastructure. Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. Create pollinator zones where possible 2. Use native plants that represent the prairie ecosystem where possible 3. Include an Integrated Pest Management Plan 1 VOTE: 9-0 Approved By: For: Qureshi, Scott, Schiera, Barrett Bixler, Nickells, Bristol, Aguirre, Brimer, Bedford Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: Ramberg Absent: Thompson Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair 2
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, May 4, 2022 The Environmental Commission convened in a public meeting on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 at the Permitting and Development Center (PDC) Room 1406, 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas 78752 Commissioners attending in person: Perry Bedford Haris Qureshi Rachel Scott Melinda Schiera Colin Nickells Jen Bristol Kevin Ramberg Ana Aguirre Rick Brimer Commissioner attending remotely: Audrey Barrett Bixler Commissioners absent: Pam Thompson Staff in Attendance: Pamela Abee-Taulli Kaela Champlin Katie Coyne Susan Daniels Donna Galati Liz Johnston Leslie Lilly CALL TO ORDER Chair Ramberg called the meeting to order at 6:03 P.M. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. None 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the April 20, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) 1 The minutes of the April 20, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting were approved on Commissioner Bedford’s motion, Commissioner Aguirre’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Thompson was absent. ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Discussion and recommendation of Austin Water Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone for approval to include in the 5-year Capital spending plan as required by Financial Policy #8—Aurora Pizano, Financial Manager II, Austin Water (15 minutes) A motion to recommend approval of Austin Water’s Capital Improvement Projects located in the Drinking Water Protection Zone was approved on Commissioner Bristol’s motion, Commissioner Bedford’s second on a 10-0 vote. Commissioner Thompson was absent. b. Briefing on proposed changes to City Land Development Code Title 25 (§ 25-1, § 25-2, § 25-8) to address challenges to the successful design and construction of public mobility projects in the right-of-way—Susan Daniels, Deputy Director, Corridor Program Office. (30 minutes) Item conducted as posted. No action was taken. PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Name: Pinnacle at Wildhorse Ranch, C8-2021-0152 Applicant: Kevin Burks, Kimley Horn & Associates Location: 12000 Blue Bluff Rd, Austin, TX 78724 Council District: District 1 Staff: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Program Coordinator, Development Services Department Watershed: Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification, Desired Development Zone Requests: Variance requests are as follows: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut to 15 feet. 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill to 15 feet. Staff Recommendation: Staff recommended …
CITY OF AUSTIN COMMISSION FOR WOMEN REGULAR MEETING Wednesday, May 4, 2022, 12:00 p.m. Austin City Hall, Board & Commission Room, Room 1101 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of Commission for Women may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may speak up to three minutes on an item only once either in-person or remotely. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register call or email the board liaison at 512-974-3261 or email Juanita.martinez@austintexas.gov AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten (10) speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed three minutes to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. a. Consider approval of the minutes from the Commission for Women regular meeting on Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the following working groups: 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES April 6, 2022. 2. OLD BUSINESS a. Homelessness b. Safety c. Health d. Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls a. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the Joint Inclusion Committee. b. Discussion and possible action regarding 2022 Commission Working Groups. c. Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Austin FY2022 & FY2023 budget. 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Presentation from the City Manager’s Office and Police Research Forum (PERF) regarding Resolution No. 20190131-077 on evaluation of Austin Police Department’s sexual assault investigations. b. Presentation on Homelessness from Officer Dianna Grey, Homeless Strategy. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please contact Juanita Martinez, Office of Civil Rights, at 512-974-3261 or Juanita.Martinez@austintexas.gov, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Commission for Women, please contact Juanita Martinez, Office of Civil Rights, at 512-974-3261or Juanita.Martinez@austintexas.gov.
REGULER MEETING Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Wednesday, April 6, 2022 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MINUTES The Commission for Women convened for a hybrid regular meeting on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, with Chair Austen at Austin City Hall, 301 West Second Street, Austin, Texas 78701 in Room 1101, and the remaining members participating by videoconference. Chair Austen called the Commission Meeting to order at 12:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Rebecca Austen, Chair Flannery Bope, Vice Chair Vanessa Bissereth Juliana Gonzales Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Neva Fernandez Priscilla Cortez Desiree Bermea Commissioners Absent: Vacant: Mayor Adler Appointee Josie Serrata Staff in Attendance: Juanita Martinez, Office of Civil Rights 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Consider approval of the minutes from the Commission for Women regular meeting on March 2, 2022. The minutes from the regular meeting on February 2, 2022 were approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Flannery’s second on a vote of 8-0 vote. Commissioner Bermea off the dais. a. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the following working 2. OLD BUSINESS groups: i. Homelessness Discussion was held. No action was taken. COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES ii. Public Safety Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Discussion was held. No action was taken. iii. Health Discussion was held. No action was taken. iv. Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls Discussion was held. No action was taken. Committee. Discussion was held. No action was taken. FY2022 budget. Discussion was held. No action was taken. FY2023 budget. Discussion was held. No action taken. b. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the Joint Inclusion c. Discussion and possible action regarding the recommendation for the City of Austin d. Discussion and possible action regarding the recommendation for the City of Austin Brie L. Franco, City of Austin, Intergovernmental Relations Officer, made a presentation/briefing on Legislative Updates. a. Election of Commission Officers The motion to re-elect Chair Austen as Chair of the Commission for Women and Flannery Bope for Vice-Chair, was approved on Commissioner Neva Fernandez’ motion, Commissioner Bissereth’ second, on a vote of 8-0 with Commissioner Bermea off the dais. 3. BRIEFINGS 4. NEW BUSINESS Wednesday, April 6, 2022 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None ADJOURNMENT Chair Austen adjourned the meeting at 12:56 p.m. without objection.
REGULER MEETING Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Wednesday, April 6, 2022 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MINUTES The Commission for Women convened for a hybrid regular meeting on Wednesday, March 2, 2022, with Chair Austen at Austin City Hall, 301 West Second Street, Austin, Texas 78701 in Room 1101, and the remaining members participating by videoconference. Chair Austen called the Commission Meeting to order at 12:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Rebecca Austen, Chair Flannery Bope, Vice Chair Vanessa Bissereth Juliana Gonzales Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Neva Fernandez Priscilla Cortez Desiree Bermea Commissioners Absent: Vacant: Mayor Adler Appointee Josie Serrata Staff in Attendance: Juanita Martinez, Office of Civil Rights 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Consider approval of the minutes from the Commission for Women regular meeting on March 2, 2022. The minutes from the regular meeting on February 2, 2022 were approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Flannery’s second on a vote of 8-0 vote. Commissioner Bermea off the dais. a. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the following working 2. OLD BUSINESS groups: i. Homelessness Discussion was held. No action was taken. COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES ii. Public Safety Wednesday, April 6, 2022 Discussion was held. No action was taken. iii. Health Discussion was held. No action was taken. iv. Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls Discussion was held. No action was taken. Committee. Discussion was held. No action was taken. FY2022 budget. Discussion was held. No action was taken. FY2023 budget. Discussion was held. No action taken. b. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the Joint Inclusion c. Discussion and possible action regarding the recommendation for the City of Austin d. Discussion and possible action regarding the recommendation for the City of Austin Brie L. Franco, City of Austin, Intergovernmental Relations Officer, made a presentation/briefing on Legislative Updates. a. Election of Commission Officers The motion to re-elect Chair Austen as Chair of the Commission for Women and Flannery Bope for Vice-Chair, was approved on Commissioner Neva Fernandez’ motion, Commissioner Bissereth’ second, on a vote of 8-0 with Commissioner Bermea off the dais. 3. BRIEFINGS 4. NEW BUSINESS Wednesday, April 6, 2022 COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MEETING MINUTES 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS None ADJOURNMENT Chair Austen adjourned the meeting at 12:56 p.m. without objection.
COMMISSION FOR WOMEN MINUTES REGULER MEETING Wednesday, May 4, 2022 The Commission for Women convened for a hybrid regular meeting on Wednesday, May 4, 2022, with Chair Austen at Austin City Hall, 301 West Second Street, Austin, Texas 78701 in Room 1101, and the remaining members participating by videoconference. Chair Austen called the Commission Meeting to order at 12:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Rebecca Austen, Chair Flannery Bope, Vice Chair Vanessa Bissereth Juliana Gonzales Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Neva Fernandez Priscilla Cortez Josie Serrata Commissioners Absent: Jocelyn Tau Desiree Bermea Staff in Attendance: Juanita Martinez, Office of Civil Rights 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Consider approval of the minutes from the Commission for Women regular meeting on April 6, 2022. The minutes from the regular meeting on April 6, 2022 were approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Rattan second. The motion carried. 2. OLD BUSINESS a. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the following working groups: i. Homelessness Discussion was held. No action was taken. ii. Public Safety Discussion was held. No action was taken. iii. Health Discussion was held. No action was taken. iv. Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls Discussion was held. No action was taken. Committee. Discussion was held. No action was taken. Discussion was held. No action was taken. FY2023 budget. Discussion was held. No action taken. 3. BRIEFINGS 4. NEW BUSINESS 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Schedule a tour of Community First. b. Discussion and possible action regarding updates from the Joint Inclusion c. Discussion and possible action regarding 2022 Commission Working Groups. d. Discussion and possible action regarding the recommendation for the City of Austin FY2022 & Presentation on Homelessness was presented by Officer Dianna Grey, Homeless Strategy. Discussion was held and no action was taken. Presentation from the City Manager’s Office and Police Research Forum (PERF) regarding Resolution No. 20190131‐077 on evaluation of Austin Police Department’s sexual assault investigations ADJOURNMENT Chair Austen adjourned the meeting at 1:16 p.m. without objection.
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Chair Members of the Zoning and Platting Commission April 27, 2022 Housing and Planning Department C14-2022-0007 – 10258 Old Lockhart Road FROM: Wendy Rhoades DATE: RE: ************************************************************************ The Staff requests a postponement of the above-referenced zoning case to June 7, 2022 in order to continue discussions with the Agent about development considerations for this uniquely situated tract. Attachment: Map of Property 1 of 2B-1 I-SF-4A R S D TA VIS I-SF-4A R R D O O M E AL I-SF-4A I-SF-4A A N D E S P E A K T R L I-SF-4A G U N F LIN T D R I-SF-4A I-SF-4A I-SF-4A R N D O S E M JA M A R Y L E WIS D R I-SF-4A A R D E N F A L L S D R I-SF-4A I-SF-4A R A F F E R T Y L N I-SF-4A PIN E LE AF TRL I-SF-4A I-SF-4A R L D E TIN N E S I-SF-4A A R B O R C R E S T L N I-SF-4A C814-04-0187.02.SH PUD C814-04-0187.SH I-SF-4A I-SF-4A UNDEV ! ! ! ! ! C OLO N N A D E V W R W D L VIE O PIT A C D T R R A H K C O D L L O ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! UNDEV O LD L O C K H A R T R D ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! D D R R A RIN ± SUBJECT TRACT ! ! ! ! ! ! PENDING CASE ZONING BOUNDARY ZONING ZONING CASE#: C14-2022-0007 This product is for informational purposes and may not have been prepared for or be suitable for legal, engineering, or surveying purposes. It does not represent an on-the-ground survey and represents only the approximate relative location of property boundaries. …
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET DISTRICT: 2 ZONING TO: MF-2 CASE: C14-2022-0033 – 7603 Cooper ZONING FROM: DR ADDRESSES: 7603 Cooper Lane SITE AREA: 1.24 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Michael Anthony Perez, Sr. APPLICANT / AGENT: Mathias Company (Richard Mathias) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant townhouse and condominium residence (SF-6) district zoning. The basis of Staff’s recommendation is provided on page 2. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: May 3, 2022: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: June 9, 2022: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: Correspondence received from a representative of the Matthews Lane Neighborhood Association is attached at the back of the Staff report. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The subject rezoning area consists of an unplatted tract that contains one occupied single family residence and two accessory structures. The property is zoned development reserve (DR) district since its annexation into the City limits in November 1984. There are condominiums under construction to the north and recently constructed condominiums further north (SF-6-CO), an undeveloped tract with South First Street frontage is to the east (DR), two large tracts containing single family residences and accessory structures, a pipeline easement and attached condominiums is to the south (DR; MF-1-CO), and a religious assembly use, telecommunications tower, single family residences on large lots and tracts, and an event production business are across Cooper Lane to the west (DR; NO-MU-CO; SF- 6-CO; SF-6). Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and A-1 (Aerial View). 1 of 12B-2 C14-2022-0033 Page 2 The Applicant proposes to rezone the property to the multifamily residence-low density (MF- 2) district as the first step in constructing up to 25 residential units. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. Applicant’s request: The MF-2, multifamily residence (low density) district is intended for multifamily developments with a maximum density of up to 23 units per acre, dependent on unit size. This district is appropriate for multifamily residential areas near single family neighborhoods, and in selected areas where low density multifamily use is desirable. Staff recommendation: The townhouse and condominium residence (SF-6) district is intended as an area for moderate density single family, duplex, two-family, townhouse and condominium use. The Applicant intends to develop the property with a condominium project consisting of stand-alone condominium units per structure. 2. Zoning changes should promote an orderly and compatible relationship among land uses. …
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20220406 003b Date: April 6, 2022 Subject: Travis County ESD #4 Fire Station Parking Lot Improvements, SP-2020-0255DS Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting: Seconded by: Perry Bedford 1. A Land Use Commission variance to construct a driveway on slopes over 15% per LDC 25-8- 2. A Land Use Commission variance to construct a parking lot on slopes over 15% per LDC 25-8- 3. A Land Use Commission variance to allow fill over 4 feet per LDC 25-8-342 4. A Land Use Commission variance to allow an impervious cover of 27.5% net site area per LDC 25-8- 301(A)(1) 302(A)(2) 453; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Turkey Creek Watershed, Water Supply Rural, Drinking Water Protection Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends approval of three of the four requested variances with staff conditions. having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. Staff does not recommend a variance to allow an impervious cover of 27.5% net site area per LDC 25-8-453; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that staff cannot recommend the variance to increase the impervious cover from 20% to 27.5%. However, we support the variance change on this individual project. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance requests with the following: Staff Conditions: 1. The applicant will provide vegetative filter strips downslope of the development that will provide a diffuse flow to avoid creating downslope erosion. 2. The applicant will provide structural fill to contain the fill during construction. 3. The applicant will decompact and revegetate the area adjacent to the ROW that has been used for parking. 4. The site will provide a 40% downstream natural area to treat runoff from impervious cover. 1 of 117B-3 and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: The Environmental Commission recommends that staff expedite this request to get it on the Land Use Commission agenda quickly to respect public safety. VOTE 10-0 For: Qureshi, Scott, Thompson, Barrett Bixler, Nickells, Bristol, Ramberg, Aguirre, Brimer, Bedford Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair 2 2 of 117B-3 ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: April 6, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Travis County ESD #4 Fire Station Parking Lot Improvements NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Travis County ESD #4 LOCATION: 4200 City Park …
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET COMMISSION DATE: May 3, 2022 Stoneridge Capital Partners, LTD Village Capital Corporation CASE NO.: C8-2017-0154.01.2A SUBDIVISION NAME: Interport Section 2C Final Plat ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: 3101 Fallwell Lane (East Highway 71 & Highway 130) APPLICANT: EP Austin Purchase Company ZONING: LI-PDA AREA: 85.22 acres COUNTY: Travis WATERSHED: Onion Creek DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for the approval of Interport Section 2C final plat, comprised of 5 lots on 85.22 acres. JURISDICTION: Full Purpose AGENT: Dunway/UDG (John Noell, P.E.) DISTRICT: 2 LOTS: 5 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 labeling roads, showing an easement, updating a plat note and posting fiscal. 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 comment report dated April 27, 2022, and attached as Exhibit C. CASE MANAGER: Cesar Zavala E-mail: cesar.zavala@austintexas.gov PHONE: 512-974-3404 ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity map Exhibit B: Proposed plat Exhibit C: Comment report dated April 27, 2022 1 of 8B-4 2 of 8B-4 3 of 8B-4 CITY OF AUSTIN –DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT SUBDIVISION APPLICATION – MASTER COMMENT REPORT UPDATE: PHONE #: U1 512-974-3404 C8-2017-0154.01.2A 00 Interport 2 Section 2C Final Plat 3101 FALLWELL LN CASE NUMBER: REVISION #: CASE MANAGER: Cesar Zavala PROJECT NAME: LOCATION: SUBMITTAL DATE: April 18, 2022 REPORT DUE DATE: May 2, 2022 FINAL REPORT DATE: April 27, 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 …
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, May 3, 2022 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, May 3, 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. A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from April 19, 2022. Attorney: Patricia Link, 512-974-2173 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 B. PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. Zoning: C14-2022-0007 - 10258 Old Lockhart Road; Contiguous to District 2 10258 Old Lockhart Road, Marble Creek / Rinard Creek Watersheds Location: Owner/Applicant: Magdelena B. and Rogelio Neira Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Jackson Walker LLP (Pamela Madere) Unzoned to MF-2 Pending Wendy Rhoades, 512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department Postponement request by the Staff to June 7, 2022 Postponement Request C14-2022-0033 - 7603 Cooper; District 2 7603 Cooper Lane, South Boggy Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Michael Anthony Perez Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Mathias Company (Richard Mathias) DR to MF-2 Recommendation of SF-6 Wendy Rhoades, 512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov Housing and Planning Department 3. Environmental variance: Location: Owner/Applicant: Travis County ESD #4 (David Bailey) Agent: Request: SP-2020-0255DS - Travis County ESD #4 Fire Station Parking Lot Improvements; ETJ 4200 City Park Road, Turkey Creek Watershed KSA Engineers, Inc. (Grayson Cox, P.E.) Request to vary from LDC 25-8-301 (driveway on slopes over 15%); 25- 8-302 (parking on slopes over 15%); 25-8-342 (fill over 4 feet); and 25- 8-453 (impervious cover of 27.5% net site area) Recommended by Environmental Commission Mike McDougal, 512-974-6380, mike.mcdougal@ausintexas.gov Development Services Department; Christine Barton-Holmes, 512-974- …
Urban Transportation Commission Regular Meeting May 3rd, 2022 at 5pm AUSTIN CITY HALL – BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS ROOM 1101 301 W. SECOND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Urban Transportation Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register please call or email the staff liaison in advance at (512) 978 1568 or Christopher.Parks@austintexas.gov by noon on Monday May 2nd, with the following information: name, item number(s) to speak on, telephone number, and email address. AUSTIN, TEXAS CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Mario Champion, Chair Susan Somers, Vice Chair Ruven Brooks Nathan Ryan Samuel Franco Athena Leyton Allison Runas Cynthia Weatherby Diana Wheeler James Driscoll Cecilla Ramos AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL 1. APPROVAL OF April 5th, 2022 MINUTES ITEMS 2. NEW BUSINESS: PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION A. Austin Transportation Department Budget Overview Presenter: Rob Spillar, P.E, Austin Transportation Department Director Sponsor: Mario Champion and Susan Somers B. Public Works Department Budget Overview Presenter: Richard Mendoza, P.E, Public Works Department Director Sponsors: Mario Champion and Susan Somers C. Project Connect Blue Line Update Presenters: Peter Mullan, Project Connect Sponsors: Samuel Franco and Nathan Ryan D. MetroBike Update Presenters: Jason JonMichael, Austin Transportation Department Sponsors: Susan Somers and Allison Runas E. Right of Way Vacation- Cornell Avenue Presenter: Mashell Smith, Development Services Sponsors: Mario Champion and Susan Somers Presenter: Mashell Smith, Development Services Sponsors: Mario Champion and Susan Somers F. Right of Way Vacation- Alley between Comal St. and Concho St 3. BRIEFINGS A. Downtown Commission: Commissioner Cynthia Weatherby B. Joint Sustainability Commission: Commissioner Diana Wheeler C. Bicycle Advisory Council: Commissioner Athena Leyton D. Pedestrian Advisory Council: Commissioner Allie Runas E. City Council Mobility Committee: Commissioner Mario Champion F. Community Advisory Committee for Austin Transit Partnership Board: Susan Sommers 4. Future Agenda Items • TDM Update ( Weatherby, Somers) • Red River Extension ( Runas; Champion) • Red River Realignment Updates (Runas; Driscoll) • Living Streets Update (Leyton; Driscoll) • Signal Timing (Ramos; Leyton) • ROW Informative Brief (Runas; Somers) • Walnut Creek Trail Updates ( Champion; Leyton) • Office of …
Austin Transportation Department FY2023 Budget Presentation Urban Transportation Commission May 3, 2022 2016 Corridor Program Office 2020 ATP Cord. Office Manage Demand & Operations Deliver New Capacity Deliver Transportation Networks Focus on Increasing Safety Maintain assets Generate revenue Regional Proj/Agency Coord. ATD’s Increasing Assets - 5,000+ Miles of Roadway Markings - 36,500+ Specialty Markings - 6,800+ Delineators - 100,000+ Street Signs - 6,250+ Crosswalks - 900+ Signalized Intersections - 600+ Flashing School Beacons - 300+ ADA Accessible Signals and PHBs - 280+ Miles of Bikeways - 100+ MetroBike Stations - 800+ On-Street Pay Stations 2 Types of ATD Fees O&M ATD Grant match CIP ROW Permits Traffic Control Plan Review Transportation Development Services Limo, Taxi, Pedicab Micromobility (scooters, bicycles, moped) Transportation User Fee Cost of service Development Fees Transportation Permits Parking Meters Valet Space and Sidewalk Cafes Use of City Right of Way (streets, sidewalks, curbspace) Rent ROW based on square feet and # of Days 3 ATD Departmental Summary Total Revenue is increasing by $23.7M Mobility Fund o Increase in TUF Residential and Commercial: $9.0M (equal to a $0.85/month increase for residential customers) o Increased revenue from Right-of-Way and other fees: $13.4M Parking Management Fund o Increased revenue from Parking Meters, Permitting, Parking and Transportation Management Districts (PTMD), Micro-Mobility: $1.2M Major Fee/Rate Description Transportation User Fee (Public Works) Transportation User Fee (ATD) Total * Per single-family home FY 2022 Rate * FY 2023 Proposed Rate* Monthly Change $9.75 $5.21 $14.96 $10.84 $6.06 $16.90 $1.09 $0.85 $1.94 4 Sources of Funds Department Revenue: FY22 Estimated: $76.8 million FY23 Proposed: $102.2 million* $44.7 $34.6 $34.3 $21.2 $17.9 $15.7 $50.0 $45.0 $40.0 $35.0 $30.0 $25.0 $20.0 $15.0 $10.0 $5.0 $0.0 ) s n o i l l i m $ ( Transportation User Fee Parking Fees Licenses/ Permits FY22 Estimated FY23 Proposed $4.5 $4.5 Other $0.9 $0.9 General Fund 5 Department Expenditures: FY22 Estimated: $79.1 million FY23 Proposed: $105.8 million Use of Funds $26.3 $20.9 $20.0 $15.3 $30.0 $25.0 $20.0 $15.0 $10.0 $5.0 $0.0 ) s n o i l l i m $ ( $18.9 $13.3 $11.8 $10.2 $8.3 $13.3 $13.2 $9.3 $1.9 $2.1 Traffic Mgmt Parking Fund Trans Dev and Permits Support Services CPO Transfers Traffic Planning & Design FY22 Estimated FY23 Proposed 6 ATD Transportation Fund Balances $8.0 $7.0 $5.0 $3.0 $3.9 ) s n o i l l i m $ ( -$2.0 $4.0 $3.0 $2.4 $1.1 $1.9 …
CITY OF AUSTIN PUBLIC WORKS FY 2023-2027 Financial Forecast Boards and Commissions Briefing May 2022 1 A B C D Opening • Agenda • Department Summary • Planning Guidelines Outcome: Government that Works for All • Capital Delivery Services Outcome: Mobility • Safe Routes to School • Mobility Operations Closing • Discussion • Next Steps 2 Picture of Success Understanding of Public Works FY23-27 five-year forecast proposal impacts to the City strategic and our department goals. Department Mission We build and maintain a better community by delivering services to every corner of Austin Services / Programs • Street Maintenance (7,958 lane miles) • Sidewalks (2,700 miles) • Trails (60 miles) • Bridges, Culverts, and Structures (13,500) • Safe Routes to School (200 crossing guard locations) • Neighborhood Partnering Program • Capital Delivery (490 projects managed) PWD Goals Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 i w e v r e v O s k r o W c i l b u P 4 Planning Perspective • Budget for Outcomes a. Mobility b. Government that Works for All • Alignment to Department Goals • SD23 Top 10 Priorities • 5 Year Forecast City of Austin | Public Works Department 5 COA Strategic Direction PWD SD23 Outcomes e v i t c e p s r e P g n n n a P l i SD23 Indicator #1: Accessibility to and equity of multi-modal transportation choices SD23 Indicator #9 Accessibility to quality parks, trails & recreational opportunities SD23 Indicator #10: Condition/quality of City facilities and infrastructure and effective adoption of technology PWD Goals Goal 1 Goal 2 Goal 3 Goal 4 Goal 5 Goal 6 6 PWD Mobility Outcome GOAL OUTCOME SUPPORT Goal 1: Infrastructure Maintenance Goal 2: Multi-modal Infrastructure Goal 3: Right-of-way Coordination • Contracted Overlay • Bridge Maintenance • Supply Chain Management • Maximo Mobile • Agile Asset Build Support • Sidewalk ADA Transition Plan • Safety Education • Urban Trails • Community Engagement Specialist for Operations • Safety Equipment and Training • ATD ROW Permits • Development Review/Project Connect • Alley Asset GIS Layer Development • Tree Asset Management Software • Sinkhole GIS Tracking System PWD GTWA Outcome GOAL OUTCOME SYSTEM SUPPORT Goal 4: Capital Project Delivery • Capital Delivery Staffing • Community Engagement Specialist for CIP • PMIS • Allocation Cost Drivers • Quantity Books Application • Electronic 300U • PMIS …
Blue Line Bridge at Lady Bird Lake Urban Transportation Commission May 3, 2022 Blue Line Bridge at Lady Bird Lake: Alignment • Runs East from Republic Square to the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) • Runs interlined with the Orange Line north of Republic Square • Dedicated transitway • Along portions of MetroBus route 20 • 10 planned stations 2 Blue Line Bridge at Lady Bird Lake: Alignment Rail (underground) Rainey/MACC Station platform (underground) Rainey/MACC Station Entrance Rail Portal Lady Bird Lake Bridge Waterfront Station Rail (at-grade) 3 Key Rail Connections: • South Shore: Above-ground station (“Waterfront”) • North Shore: underground station (“Rainey/MACC””) Other key connections and considerations: • Connections to Butler Hike and Bike Trail and Waterloo Greenway • Waller Creek Tunnel outfall structure • Waller Creek Boathouse impacts Blue Line Bridge Design Options OPTION A: LRT + Shared Use Path OPTION B: LRT + Shared Use Path + Bus L A D Y B I R D L A K E L A D Y B I R D L A K E L A D Y B I R D L A K E L A D Y B I R D L A K E *concept for illustrative purposes only, design subject to change Design Criteria/ Evaluation Design options for the Blue Line Bridge are being evaluated in terms of the following criteria: Transit Need / Benefit City Policy and Operational Support Design/Engineering Environmental Impacts / Federal Process Impact to Butler Trail activities and North shore connectivity Cost Transit Network Need/Benefit The Transit Network: Light Rail (LRT) and Bus working together • Bus and LRT are complementary components of the transit network • We expect transit riders to use both* bus and LRT, as the community grows • Future plans for bus service will continue to develop to coincide with the opening of new LRT infrastructure • The transit network is being designed to provide increased access to transit and serve our community’s needs. *Ridership modeling for the future assumes that fares will be the same for both LRT and bus. Actual fares will be determined by the CapMetro board at the time when LRT begins service. Context: Regional Transit Network • Projected employment and population growth will continue to rely on buses to reach downtown • Designing a bridge to accommodate LRT and Buses provides for reliability, efficiency and future growth • Operational efficiencies would be …
Update May 2022 Jason Jon Michael Smart Mobility Division Manager Chad Ballentine VP of Demand Response & Innovative Mobility Agenda How It Started How It’s Going Where Do We Go From Here How It Started Summer 2013 Summer 2018 Summer 2020 Fall 2021 Summer 2022 The City’s first public bikeshare system was initiated and approved with B- Cycle and with Bike Share of Austin for 5 years Bike Share of Austin’s Contract and B-Cycle’s Contract were extended to 2023 Interlocal Agreement Initiated and Approved with CapMetro MetroBike Strategic Expansion Plan Completed by Nelson/Nygaard Interlocal Agreement Amendment with CapMetro Proposed for 10 years How It’s Going Year Stations Bikes 2013 2014 2016 2018 2022 11 43 54 63 79 100 350 435 520 847 Daily Operations 100% Governance & Oversight 50% 50% Ridership Stats TOTAL NUMBER OF TRIPS IN 2021 = 224,647 Regular Bike 17% E-Bike 83% Modular Docks In 2021, 50 modular (3.0) docks were piloted into the MetroBike system to provide more flexibility for station placements as these docks: • Are battery operated • Do not require a kiosk • Minimize labor & time to install • Require less space than a regular 1.0 dock station (40 ft min.) Pilot Art Initiative The purpose of this pilot art initiative is for Austinites to gain a sense of pride and ownership utilizing the MetroBike system that is for the city by the city. We are pleased to showcase local artist Jesse Melanson's artwork through: • 2 geometric designs that will be featured on up to 200 MetroBike e- bikes by Bike To Work Day (May 20th) • 2 art panel designs featured at up to 20 MetroBike stations as of April Where Do We Go From Here Transition to a 100% e-assist electric fleet Coordinate with transit for direct first/last mile integration Promote MetroBike to new and existing users Install modular (3.0) docks for improved flexibility Integrate with the All Ages & Abilities Bicycle Network infrastructure expansion Continuous improvement of high-quality daily operations Presentation title Notable Changes to the Interlocal Agreement Bike Share of Austin Staff to transition to CapMetro’s Operations CapMetro and the City to contribute towards the $11M budget needed to expand over 10 years* • Operational Stability • Provides a Sustainable Business Model • Capital Equipment • Operational Fees *MetroBike Strategic Expansion Plan, October 2021 Thank you! Questions? David Orr, Bike Share Program Manager …
CITY OF AUSTIN - R.O.W. VACATION MASTER COMMENT REPORT As of: February 26, 2020 PROJECT NUMBER: 2019-230265 LM PROJECT NAME: [10228-1912] 2109 COMAL STREET LOCATION: 2109 COMAL ST, AUSTIN, TX 78722 Review Dept. LM AT&T (SWBT) Approved Comments: I approve of vacating this ROW. Thank you, David A. Williams LEAD OSP PLNG & ENGRG DESIGN 712 E. Huntland Dr. RM 229 Austin, TX 78752 512 870-4760 LM ATD Review Approved Comments: None Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date Lucy Cabading 512-974-1406 02/02/2020 02/06/2020 Ravi Dhamrat 512-974-1217 12/23/2019 12/23/2019 2/26/20 73002_f_lm_master_report Page 1 As of: February 26, 2020 PROJECT NUMBER: 2019-230265 LM PROJECT NAME: [10228-1912] 2109 COMAL STREET LOCATION: 2109 COMAL ST, AUSTIN, TX 78722 Review Dept. Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date LM Austin Resource Recovery Review Approved Michael Zavala (512) 974-1837 12/20/2019 12/20/2019 Comments: There are not issues that would prevent ARR from services in this area. LM AW Infrastructure Management Approved Angela Baez 512-972-0221 12/20/2019 12/20/2019 Comments: Austin Water (AW) has no objection to the vacation of portion an Alley Right-Of-Way (0.01 acres/449 sq. ft.). There are no AW infrastructures within area requested to be vacated. 2/26/20 73002_f_lm_master_report Page 2 As of: February 26, 2020 PROJECT NUMBER: 2019-230265 LM PROJECT NAME: [10228-1912] 2109 COMAL STREET LOCATION: 2109 COMAL ST, AUSTIN, TX 78722 Review Dept. Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date LM Drainage Engineering Review No Comment Sona Singh 512-974-7632 12/04/2019 12/04/2019 Comments: Will defer to WPD, because this is not associated with an active site plan. LM Electric Review Approved Comments: AE approved. Rosario Navarro 512-322-6754 12/19/2019 12/19/2019 2/26/20 73002_f_lm_master_report Page 3 Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date Comments: EMS will support staff recommendation on this request. Milissa Warren (512)972-7234 12/06/2019 12/06/2019 As of: February 26, 2020 PROJECT NUMBER: 2019-230265 LM PROJECT NAME: [10228-1912] 2109 COMAL STREET LOCATION: 2109 COMAL ST, AUSTIN, TX 78722 Review Dept. LM EMS Review Approved LM Fire For Site Plan Review Approved Comments: None Sonny Pelayo 512-974-0194 12/09/2019 12/09/2019 2/26/20 73002_f_lm_master_report Page 4 As of: February 26, 2020 PROJECT NUMBER: 2019-230265 LM PROJECT NAME: [10228-1912] 2109 COMAL STREET LOCATION: 2109 COMAL ST, AUSTIN, TX 78722 Review Dept. LM GAATN Review Approved Comments: None LM Google Fiber Texas Thank you, Lorena Veldanez Engineering Technician (Provided by Adecco Staffing) veldanezgaspar@google.com (512) 230-2385 Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date Carlos DeMatos (512) 974-6513 12/09/2019 12/09/2019 Approved Fredric Ritter 512-974-9241 01/06/2020 01/06/2020 Comments: Google Fiber approves this …
TO: M E M O R A N D U M Christopher Parks, Urban Transportation Committee Coordinator, Transportation Department April 27, 2022 F#10228-1912 Alley Right-of-Way Vacation Application Mashell Smith, Property Agent Senior, Development Services Department FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Attached is a right of way vacation application requesting to vacate an alley tract; included are the Master Comment Reports related to the application showing all affected departments and private utility franchise stakeholders have reviewed the requests and recommend approval, subject to certain conditional approvals. 1. F#10228-1912 application is approximately 449 square foot (0.01 acre) tract of land, being the remnant 10-foot wide, unimproved alley, located between Comal St. and Concho St., and north of E. 21st St., dedicated by the Amelia Brass Subdivision of Outlot 45, Division B, recorded in Book 1, Page 25, Plat Records, Travis County, Texas. The proposed vacation tract will be added to the adjacent property and planned for future development as graduate student housing for the University of Texas System. Conditional Approval: • Grande Communication requests full reimbursement for the cost of construction if their facilities need to relocate. The Development Services Department is requesting the applications be scheduled for Urban Transportation Commission Agenda on May 3, 2022. The applicant and/or the landowner adjoining the alley, or its representative will be present at the meeting. Staff: Mashell Smith, Property Agent Senior, Development Services Department, (512) 974-7079; mashell.smith@austintexas.gov Applicant: Eric Hammack, Assistant Director, The University of Texas at Austin (512) 471-8441; eric.j.hammack@austin.utexas.edu Adjoining Landowner: The Board of Regents of the University of Texas System
APPLICATION FOR STREET OR ALLEY VACATION File No. _______________________ Department Use Only DATE: _____________________________ Department Use Only TYPE OF VACATION Type of Vacation: Street: _____; Alley: _____; ROW _____ Hundred Block: _____________________ Name of Street/Alley/ROW: ______________________________________ Is it constructed: Yes No Property address: _______________________________________________________________________ Purpose of vacation: _____________________________________________________________________ PROPERTY DESCRIPTION ADJACENT TO AREA TO BE VACATED Parcel #: _____________________________________________________________________________ Survey & Abstract No.: _________________________________________________________________ Lot(s): _______________ Block: _________ Outlot: __________________________________________ Subdivision Name: _____________________________________________________________________ Plat Book ___________ Page Number __________ Document Number ___________________________ Neighborhood Association Name: _________________________________________________________ Address including zip code: ______________________________________________________________ RELATED CASES Existing Site Plan (circle one): YES / NO Subdivision: Case (circle one): YES / NO Zoning Case (circle one): YES / NO PROJECT NAME, if applicable: FILE NUMBERS ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Name of Development Project: ____________________________________________________________ Is this a S.M.A.R.T. Housing Project (circle one): YES / NO Is this within the Downtown Austin Plan Boundaries (circle one): YES / NO OWNER INFORMATION Name: _______________________________________________________________ (as shown on Deed) Address: ______________________________ Phone: (___) ____________ Fax No.: (___) ___________ City: ________________ County: _____________ State: __________ Zip Code: ______________ Contact Person/Title: __________________________________________ Cell Phone: (___) ___________ Email Address: _________________________________________________________________________ (If multiple owners are joining in this request, complete names and addresses for each must be attached.) APPLICANT INFORMATION Name: _______________________________________________________________________________ Firm Name: ___________________________________________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________________________________________ City: _____________________State: _______________ Zip Code: ________________________ Office No.: (___) _______________ Cell No.: (___) ______________ Fax No.: (___) ______________ EMAIL ADDRESS: ____________________________________________________________________ The undersigned Landowner/Applicant understands: 1) This application will be handled in accordance with standard City policies and procedures. 2) No action will be taken without (a) payment of the nonrefundable application fee, or (b) necessary documentation. 3) The application and fee in no way obligate the City to vacate the subject area. 4) All documents related to this transaction and a certified check for the appraised value must be delivered to the City of Austin prior to placing the item on the Council Agenda for final approval. Signed By: __________________ Landowner/Applicant 7 February 23, 2021 Office of Real Estate Services City of Austin 505 Barton Springs Road, Suite 1350 Austin, TX 78704 Re: Pathways at Rosewood Courts Vacation of Cornell Street Right-of Way between Chicon Street and Poquito Street Good Day, The Pathways at Rosewood Courts project is an affordable housing development operated by the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (HACA). The site currently contains twenty-five multifamily buildings, which are approximately 80 …
CITY OF AUSTIN - R.O.W. VACATION MASTER COMMENT REPORT As of: April 26, 2022 PROJECT NUMBER: 2021-019241 LM PROJECT NAME: 2021-019241 1900 to 2400 Cornell Street LOCATION: 1900-1919 CORNELL ST, AUSTIN, TX Review Dept. LM AT&T (SWBT) Approved Comments: LM ATD Review I approve vacating this ROW> Thank you, David A. Williams LEAD OSP PLNG & ENGRG DESIGN 817 W. North Loop Austin, TX 78756 737 255-4856 Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date Kathy Uhrig 512-978-1639 08/16/2021 08/16/2021 Approved With Conditions Ravi Dhamrat 512-974-1217 10/25/2021 10/25/2021 Comments: Approved with the condition that an east-west public access easement is provided for pedestrians and bicyclists as discussed with the applicant in the 9/15/21 meeting. ATD will need to review the final proposal from the applicant before full approval is provided. 4/26/22 73002_f_lm_master_report Page 1 As of: April 26, 2022 PROJECT NUMBER: 2021-019241 LM PROJECT NAME: 2021-019241 1900 to 2400 Cornell Street LOCATION: 1900-1919 CORNELL ST, AUSTIN, TX Review Dept. Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved Date LM Austin Resource Recovery Review Approved Heather Ketten 512-974-1954 08/31/2021 08/31/2021 Comments: Since this only affects Cornell St, our customers along Poquito St should still be serviceable. ARR approves LM AW Infrastructure Management Approved Comments: Eric Sermeno 512-972-0497 08/25/2021 08/25/2021 Austin Water (AW) has no objections to the requested 0.676 acre (29,468 square feet) Cornell Street Right-of-Way Vacation and being a tract of land in the City of Austin, Travis County, Texas, being a portion of Outlot 62, Division ¿B,¿ of the topographical map of the Government Tract adjoining the City of Austin, dated 1840, of record in the General Land Office of the State of Texas, said 0.676 of an acre tract being further described as being a portion of that certain tract of land described as 2nd tract in a deed to the Housing Authority of the City of Austin, and being a portion of Lot 5 through 8 (inclusive) of the W.D. Hart Subdivision, a subdivision recorded in book 2, page 147 of the plat records of Travis County, Texas, and with an address between 1900-2400 Cornell Street, Austin, Texas, 78702. 4/26/22 73002_f_lm_master_report Page 2 As of: April 26, 2022 PROJECT NUMBER: 2021-019241 LM PROJECT NAME: 2021-019241 1900 to 2400 Cornell Street LOCATION: 1900-1919 CORNELL ST, AUSTIN, TX Review Dept. LM Capital Metro Approved Comments: Ron Foster Assistant Transportation Planner Capitol Metro 512-389-7565-Office 512-417-6386-Cell Ron.foster@capmetro.org LM Drainage Engineering Review Reviewer Phone Attempt Date Approved …
M E M O R A N D U M April 26, 2022 Christopher Parks, Urban Transportation Commission Coordinator Mashell Smith, Property Agent Senior Land Management, Development Services Department F#2021-019241 Street Right-of-Way Vacation 0.676 of an acre of Cornell Avenue TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: Attached is the Application Packet and Master Comment Report pertaining to the right-of-way vacation application for an approximately 0.676 of an acre portion of land commonly known as Cornell Avenue. The right of way is partially paved and has been maintained by the abutting property owner rather than maintained by the City of Austin. The proposed vacation tract will be added to the abutting parcels. The abutting properties are owned by Housing Authority City of Austin (HACA). Per the transmittal letter dated February 23, 2021, received by the City of Austin, applicant states: “By releasing this right-of-way to HACA in fact, the actual responsibility for maintenance would be clear, and HACA can legitimately make use of the property to enhance the development and better meet their mission to provide quality affordable housing to the citizens of Austin.” All affected departments and private utility franchise stakeholders have reviewed the application and recommend approval, subject to the reviewers’ conditions shown on the attached Master Comment Report. Austin Transportation, Electric Review, PARD/Planning & Design Review, Public Works Department Urban Trails Review and Watershed Engineering Review all have “Approved with Conditions”. Per City Code §14-11-71 – Notice to Interested Property Owners Public notice will be sent to owners within 300’ of the area to be vacated. The director of the Public Works Department may approve the application after the 10th day that the notice is issued; and an affected property owner may submit comments regarding the proposed vacation. The applicant has requested that this item be submitted for placement on the May 3, 2022, Urban Transportation Commission Agenda. Staff contact: Mashell Smith, Land Management, Property Agent Senior Development Services Department, 512-974-7079, mashell.smith@austintexas.gov J Segura//Dunaway Associates 512-399-5371//JSegura@dunawayassociates.com Applicant: Abutting Landowners: Housing Authority City of Austin The applicant and/or property owner’s representative will be present at the meeting to answer any questions regarding future development and vacation request. Attachments: Summary of Review Comments Report and Application Packet
