APR '15MAR '15FEB '15JAN '15DEC '14NOV '14OCT '14SEP '14AUG '14JUL '14JUN '14MAY '1412-Month TOTALTree Permits12772161812141671692902282472432492722,753Native Inches Removed3965007761972764884625905044584893015,436Inches Mitigated165350374123146932002664762074152693,083Percentage Mitigated42%70%48%62%53%19%43%45%94%45%85%89%57%Poor Condition or High Risk3,1522,8951,7341,6211,3581,6073,5183,6193,0153,4713,5023,53933,031Tree Permits2161213111214212040333722251Trees PlantedNR553,9755,40044257123NRNRNRNRNR9,854Trees Removed38481615016161741882320398Native Protected Removed372201200000317Inches Removed31,035898765602198243177421971102832384,788Trees DistributedNR1027713101313110460900888Site Plans Approved4311633182818242919171815266Caliper Inches Surveyed18,4729,0569,93814,78511,23227,9655,39030,9586,4553,1371171,135138,639Caliper Inches Preserved10,7876,8625,1147,3647,48512,4603,64118,3254,4848903531077,757Percentage Preserved58%76%51%50%67%45%68%59%69%28%30%27%56%Native Inches Removed7361.51790453273983,74715,5051,74912,6331,9712,2478282559,841Inches Planted/Mitigated25,2375741,5072,3631,8616,8271,0665,0611,7731,3058259448,250Percentage Replanted343%32%33%32%50%44%61%40%90%58%100%72%81%Subdivisions Approved13141714933182012241612202Funds Received$38,152$238,261$22,000$154,150$25,400$69,238$80,498$66,945$39,980$88,650$25,100$15,225$863,599Fund Amount (Per Inch)1911,19111077112734640233520044312676$4,318Grants Appropriated$30,000$0$782$0$0$15,000$6,000$0$12,000$0$610$45,795$110,187City Arborists (5)5885364023103113354894374804675535705,478Oak Wilt Arborist (1)672312201413274229543949389Environmental Inspectors (12)4,0774,4375,4084,4664,3003,9873,9983,1893,3613,5893,8763,58948,277Landscape Inspectors (2)357038453742442961474347538General Permit Inspectors (4)NR711751668190157411401381441371103,1871 - Tree Ordinance Review Applications (mostly protected size trees on proposed single family construction lots or protected size trees which are diseased/dying)20-May-152 - High-risk trees within parks and right-of-ways3 - Trees with trunks greater than 8" in diameter (dead and invasive species not included)4 - Site Plan Corrections, Extensions, and Boat Docks not includedNR - Not ReportedMonthly Report"April 2015"InspectionsUrban Forest Replenishment FundPermitting and ReplenishmentTree PermitsPublic PropertyElectric UtilityCommercial Site Plans
APR '15MAR '15FEB '15JAN '15DEC '14NOV '14OCT '14SEP '14AUG '14JUL '14JUN '14MAY '1412-Month TOTALTree Permits12772161812141671692902282472432492722,753Native Inches Removed3965007761972764884625905044584893015,436Inches Mitigated165350374123146932002664762074152693,083Percentage Mitigated42%70%48%62%53%19%43%45%94%45%85%89%57%Poor Condition or High Risk3,1522,8951,7341,6211,3581,6073,5183,6193,0153,4713,5023,53933,031Tree Permits2161213111214212040333722251Trees PlantedNR553,9755,40044257123NRNRNRNRNR9,854Trees Removed38481615016161741882320398Native Protected Removed372201200000317Inches Removed31,035898765602198243177421971102832384,788Trees DistributedNR1027713101313110460900888Site Plans Approved4311633182818242919171815266Caliper Inches Surveyed18,4729,0569,93814,78511,23227,9655,39030,9586,4553,1371171,135138,639Caliper Inches Preserved10,7876,8625,1147,3647,48512,4603,64118,3254,4848903531077,757Percentage Preserved58%76%51%50%67%45%68%59%69%28%30%27%56%Native Inches Removed7361.51790453273983,74715,5051,74912,6331,9712,2478282559,841Inches Planted/Mitigated3,2185741,5072,3631,8616,8271,0665,0611,7731,3058259426,231Percentage Replanted44%32%33%32%50%44%61%40%90%58%100%72%44%Subdivisions Approved13141714933182012241612202Funds Received$38,152$238,261$22,000$154,150$25,400$69,238$80,498$66,945$39,980$88,650$25,100$15,225$863,599Fund Amount (Per Inch)1911,19111077112734640233520044312676$4,318Grants Appropriated$30,000$0$782$0$0$15,000$6,000$0$12,000$0$610$45,795$110,187City Arborists (5)5885364023103113354894374804675535705,478Oak Wilt Arborist (1)672312201413274229543949389Environmental Inspectors (12)4,0774,4375,4084,4664,3003,9873,9983,1893,3613,5893,8763,58948,277Landscape Inspectors (2)357038453742442961474347538General Permit Inspectors (4)NR711751668190157411401381441371103,1871 - Tree Ordinance Review Applications (mostly protected size trees on proposed single family construction lots or protected size trees which are diseased/dying)20-May-152 - High-risk trees within parks and right-of-ways3 - Trees with trunks greater than 8" in diameter (dead and invasive species not included)4 - Site Plan Corrections, Extensions, and Boat Docks not includedNR - Not ReportedMonthly Report"April 2015"InspectionsUrban Forest Replenishment FundPermitting and ReplenishmentTree PermitsPublic PropertyElectric UtilityCommercial Site Plans
Tree Work- April 2015Problem Speciesdbh# of treesBrush OnlyDatesidewalk obstructionpoison ivy10' X 5'4/1/2015street light obstruc.arizona ash14"14/1/2015ROW tree limbcedar elm14"14/1/2015ROW tree limbcedar elm18"14/1/2015street light obstruc.red oaks12"24/1/2015Private limb downarizona ash43"14/2/2015ROW tree limbligustrum5"14/2/2015sidewalk obstructionamerican elm9"14/2/2015sidewalk obstructionamerican elm6"34/2/2015sidewalk obstructionamerican elm7"84/2/2015sidewalk obstructionboxelders4"44/2/2015sidewalk obstructionboxelders6"74/2/2015sidewalk obstructionchinaberries12"84/2/2015sidewalk obstructionchinaberries8"24/2/2015sidewalk obstructionhackberries4"94/2/2015sidewalk obstructionarizona ash17"14/2/2015sidewalk obstructionchinaberries8"74/2/2015sidewalk obstructionamerican elm9"44/2/2015sidewalk obstructionamerican elm20"14/2/2015sidewalk obstructionamerican elm11"24/2/2015sidewalk obstructionmimosa16"14/2/2015ROW tree limbhackberry14"14/2/2015ROW tree 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elm12"14/17/2015ROW tree trimmingashe juniper8"44/17/2015Emergency tree call14/19/2015Emergency tree callarizona ash14/19/2015Emergency tree callarizona ash14/19/2015Emergency tree callcedar elm14/19/2015Emergency tree callarizona ash14/19/2015Emergency tree callhackberry14/19/2015Emergency tree callsycamore14/19/2015Emergency tree callcedar elm14/19/2015Emergency tree callarizona ash14/19/2015Emergency tree callarizona ash14/19/2015Emergency tree callcedar elm14/19/2015Emergency tree callpecan14/19/2015 Emergency tree callhackberry14/19/2015Emergency tree call14/19/2015Emergency tree call14/19/2015Emergency tree call14/19/2015Emergency tree call14/19/2015Emergency tree call14/19/2015ROW broken limbarizona ash12"14/20/2015Private broken limbarizona ash16"14/20/2015Private broken limbchinaberry18"14/20/2015Private broken limbhackberry10"14/20/2015ROW tree downarizona ash18"14/20/2015ROW tree downcedar elm16"14/20/2015brush in medain15' X 5'4/21/2015brush in ROW80' X 5'4/21/2015ROW tree 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limbsloquat15"24/23/2015Private tree downhackberry15"14/23/2015Private tree downchinaberry12"14/24/2015ROW tree limbbradford pair8"14/24/2015ROW tree removalbradford pair8"24/24/2015Private split limbarizona ash28"14/24/2015ROW broken limbamerican elm14/24/2015 ROW split treechinaberry14"14/27/2015ROW broken limbarizona ash16"14/27/2015ROW broken limbcedar elm14"14/27/2015ROW broken limbpecan20"14/27/2015ROW broken limbarizona ash15"14/27/2015Private limb downarizona ash26"14/27/2015ROW broken limbamerican elm14"14/27/2015ROW broken limbashe juniper15"14/27/2015ROW broken limbchinese elm15"14/27/2015ROW tree downligustrum14/27/2015ROW tree downgumbumelia15"14/27/2015Private tree downailanthus15"14/27/2015Private limb downcedar …
Date ApprovedParkAddressSpeciesDBH (in)ConditionTree Risk (i.e. Moderate, High, etc.)Highest Risk Part and Defect TypePrimary Target4.9.15Eastwood Neighborhood Park3001 Harris Park Ave.Hackberry20PoorHighTrunk: Extensive decay and rot throughout trunk with a 10° Lean, away from defect. Park users and Grounds Maintenance staff 4.9.16Eastwood Neighborhood Park3002 Harris Park Ave.Hackberry21PoorHighTrunk: Extensive decay and rot throughout trunk with a 18° Lean, away from defect. Park users and Grounds Maintenance staff 4.30.15Blunn Creek Nature Preserve1200 St. Edwards Dr.American elm23fallenalready failedtrunk failed and damaged a private fenceprivate propertyPARD Urban Forestry - Program Park Tree Permits April 2015
Staff Liaison: Michael Simmons-Smith - 974-1225 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. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access, and if sign language interpreters or alternative formats are required, please give notice at least 4 days before the meeting date. WATERFRONT PLANNING ADVISORY BOARD MAY 11, 2015 @ 6:00 P.M. ***BOARDS & COMMISSIONS ROOM – CITY HALL*** 301 W. 2nd Street Austin, TX 78703 AGENDA Brooke Bailey, Chair Andy Hutton Eric Schultz, Vice-Chair Laura Toups Cory Walton Dean Rindy Tyler Zickert CALL TO ORDER A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the meeting will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from the March 9, 2015 regularly-scheduled meeting and the February 9, 2015 regularly-scheduled meeting. C. NEW BUSINESS 1. Block 188, SP-2015-0112A (Nueces Street & 2nd Street) - Request a recommendation for waiver from LDC Section 25-2-738(E), which requires that a new structure within the North Shore Central Subdistrict of the Waterfront Overlay fit within an envelope delineated by a 70 degree angle starting at a line 45 feet above the property boundary nearest Shoal Creek with the base of the angle being a horizontal plane extending from the line parallel to and away from the surface of Shoal Creek. 2. Update, discussion and possible action on the South Central Waterfront Area Plan Initiative. Staff: Alan Holt, Planning & Development Review Department. ADJOURNMENT
April 8 Nikki Hoelter, Senior PlannerPlanning & Development ReviewCity of Austinnikki.hoelter@austintexas.gov Dear Nikki, The Kor Group Advisory Board on January 12 located at the border of the Waterfront Overlay and the Down During the base wall plans to The Waterfront Overlay Ordinancewithin 60 feet horizontally of the centerline of Shoal Creek, which is alsstarting point for the 70 We are minor areas of the façade exceed the 70on the very top of the building. I have included an exhibit that shows how our building envelope relates t This variance will allow us to maintain a great pedestrian experience on the trail next to Shoal Creek, provide an architecturally attractive and sustainable building, and work towards the density goals of the Green Water Master P A few points for consideration:1.2.3.April 8, 2015 Nikki Hoelter, Senior PlannerPlanning & Development ReviewCity of Austin nikki.hoelter@austintexas.gov Re: Block 188 Shoal Creek SetbackDear Nikki, The Kor Group Advisory Board on January 12 located at the northwest corner of Second and Nueces Streetthe border of the Waterfront Overlay and the DownDuring the January 12the base wall within the 45 foot height plans to comply and Waterfront Overlay Ordinancewithin 60 feet horizontally of the centerline of Shoal Creek, which is alsstarting point for the 70We are staying within the envelope minor areas of the façade exceed the 70on the very top of the building. I have included an exhibit that shows how our building envelope relates tThis variance will allow us to maintain a great pedestrian experience on the trail next to Shoal Creek, provide an architecturally attractive and sustainable building, and work towards the density goals of the Green Water Master PA few points for consideration:1. The shape of the Overlay. An alterinefficient and lacks the opportunity for outdoor patios and terraces. 2. The design and shape of the Building is intended to engage Shoal Creek along with the public walkways and improvements.3. The location ofStaying within the envelope would mean moving the core eastward which Nikki Hoelter, Senior PlannerPlanning & Development Reviewnikki.hoelter@austintexas.govBlock 188 Shoal Creek SetbackThe Kor Group presented Advisory Board on January 12 the northwest corner of Second and Nueces Streetthe border of the Waterfront Overlay and the Downthe January 12 meeting we received comments from the board within the 45 foot height comply and on March 9 Waterfront Overlay Ordinancewithin 60 feet horizontally of the centerline of Shoal Creek, which is alsstarting point for …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT/SIGN REVIEW BOARD May 11, 2015 5:30pm CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS 301 WEST 2ND STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS ___ Jeff Jack (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair) ___Cathy French (SRB only) ___Vincent Harding ___Will Schnier (Alternate) ___Sallie Burchett ___Stuart Hampton (Alternate) ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Bryan King ___Ricardo De Camps AGENDA EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board 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 Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 A APPROVAL OF MINUTES A-1 April 13, 2015 B. SIGN REVIEW BOARD RECONSIDERATIONS NONE C. SIGN REVIEW BOARD PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS NONE D. SIGN REVIEW BOARD NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS D-1 C16-2015-0005 Jim Bennett for Blake Hillin 5908 Manor Road The applicant has requested a variance to: 1. Section 25-10-127 (B) (1) (Multifamily Residential Sign District Regulations) to exceed the sign height from 6 feet (required) to 13 feet 10 inches (requested); and to 2. Section 25-10-127 (B) (2) (Multifamily Residential Sign District Regulations) to exceed the sign area from 35 feet (required) to 44.3 feet (requested) in order to construct a new freestanding changeable copy sign at the Achieve Public School located in a “SF-6-NP” – Family Residence – Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (Windsor Park) D-2 C16-2015-0006 Jim Bennett for Ann B. Lewis 5701 W. Slaughter Lane The applicant has requested a variance to: 1. Section 25-10-124 (B) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) to increase the number of signs permitted on a lot fronting on two streets from 1 free standing sign on each street (required) to 3 signs (requested); and to 2. Section 25-10-124 (F) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) to increase areas of internal illumination from individual letters only (required) to also include directional arrows and emergency medical cross symbols (requested) in order to add signage for an Emergency entrance at this lot in a “GR-CO”, Community Commercial – Conditional Overlay zoning district and Scenic Roadway Sign District. E. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT INTERPRETATION RECONSIDERATIONS NONE F. BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT INTERPRETATION PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS F-1 C15-2015-0038 David Piper for Zilker Neighborhood Association The appellant has filed an application challenging the Planning and …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT/SIGN REVIEW BOARD MEETING MINUTES (May 11, 2015) The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board convened in a meeting on May 11, 2015, City Council Chambers, 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas. Chair Jeff Jack called the Board Meeting to order at 5:40 p.m. Board Members in Attendance: Jeff Jack (Chair), Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair), Sallie Burchett, Vincent Harding, Bryan King, Michael Von Ohlen and Cathy French (SRB) Board Member Absent –Ricardo De Camps Staff in Attendance: Leane Heldenfels, David Sorola (COA Attorney), Diana Ramirez EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board 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 Board of Adjustment/Sign Review Board may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 A A-1 April 13, 2015 Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motion to Approve the minutes for April 13, 2015 with correction to Item N-1; Board Member Sallie Burchett second on 5-0-2 vote (Board members Vincent Harding and Bryan King Abstained); APPROVED MINUTES FOR April 13, 2015 WITH CORRECTION TO ITEM N-1. Postponement requests from applicants and interested parties for Items L-2, M-6, M-11 to June 8, 2015 was approved by the Board without objection. B. SIGN REVIEW BOARD RECONSIDERATIONS APPROVAL OF MINUTES SIGN REVIEW BOARD NEW PUBLIC HEARINGS SIGN REVIEW BOARD PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS Jim Bennett for Blake Hillin 5908 Manor Road NONE C. NONE D. D-1 C16-2015-0005 The applicant has requested a variance to: 1. Section 25-10-127 (B) (1) (Multifamily Residential Sign District Regulations) to exceed the sign height from 6 feet (required) to 13 feet 10 inches (requested); and to 2. Section 25-10-127 (B) (2) (Multifamily Residential Sign District Regulations) to exceed the sign area from 35 feet (required) to 44.3 feet (requested) in order to construct a new freestanding changeable copy sign at the Achieve Public School located in a “SF-6-NP” – Family Residence – Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (Windsor Park) The public hearing was closed on Board Member Michael Von Ohlen motion to Deny, Board Member Vincent Harding second on a 7-0 vote; DENIED. D-2 C16-2015-0006 The applicant has requested a variance to: 1. Section 25-10-124 (B) (Scenic Roadway Sign District Regulations) …
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission Special Called Meeting April 29, 2015 6:30 PM OTC Conference Room -325 505 Barton Springs Rd -3rd FL Austin, Texas __ William Burkhardt (Chair) __ Keith Jackson __ Karen McGraw (Vice-Chair) __ Lucy Katz __ Missy Bledsoe __ Mary Ingle AGENDA CALL TO ORDER A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. B DISCUSSION ITEMS: B-1 Discussion and possible action for code revision recommendations C APPROVAL OF MINUTES: C-1 January 7, 2015 C-2 February 4, 2015 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 4 days before the meeting date. Please contact Daniel Word at Planning and Development Review Department, at 512-974-3341,daniel.word@austintexas,gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission Special Called Meeting April 29, 2015 6:30 PM OTC Conference Room -325 505 Barton Springs Rd -3rd FL Austin, Texas __ William Burkhardt (Chair) __ Keith Jackson __ Karen McGraw (Vice-Chair) __ Lucy Katz __ Missy Bledsoe __ Mary Ingle AGENDA CALL TO ORDER A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. B DISCUSSION ITEMS: B-1 Discussion and possible action for code revision recommendations C APPROVAL OF MINUTES: C-1 January 7, 2015 C-2 February 4, 2015 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 4 days before the meeting date. Please contact Daniel Word at Planning and Development Review Department, at 512-974-3341,daniel.word@austintexas,gov for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711.
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The Residential Design Compatibility Commission convened in a regular meeting on February 4, 2015, City Hall, Boards and Commission Room, 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. William Burkhardt called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:19 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: William Burkhardt, Karen McGraw, Mary Ingle, Lucy Katz, Keith Jackson (Missy Bledsoe absent, one vacant position) City Staff: Daniel Word C DISCUSSION ITEMS C-2 Discussion of response from legal department related to requests from prior meeting Legal department has determined that the RDCC has jurisdiction to hear cases where work has already been performed. Legal department has determined that a fence located near an open side of a carport does not automatically negate a gross floor area exemption related to that carport. Each case is unique and should be considered on the specific facts present with the case. The legal department has determined that a vote of “no action” can be appealed to council. Commissioner McGraw asked staff for interpretation of how a gate would be viewed during review. Staff commented that a carport is a space used to store a vehicle so if a fence was constructed that prohibited access, then the carport is no longer a carport. Gates would not deny access. A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. None B. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS B-1 2014-079972 PR Gregory H. Bow 905 Columbus Street MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards to install a garage door to an existing attached carport of an existing single family residence in a SF-3-NP zoning district. **Item is continuation of postponement from October 1st, 2014 meeting** Commission’s Decision: Commissioner Karen McGraw motion to deny. 2nd by Mary Ingle. Motion fails 3-2 (Katz, Jackson opposed) Commissioner Lucy Katz motion to accept. No 2nd offered. Motion fails for lack of 2nd. Commissioner Lucy Katz motion to take no action. Commissioner Mary Ingle 2nd. APPROVED 4-1 (McGraw opposed) C DISCUSSION ITEMS: C-1 Draft and deliver letter to City Council regarding code modification recommendations related to carports Commissioner …
Residential Design and Compatibility Commission REGULAR MEETING MINUTES The Residential Design Compatibility Commission convened in a regular meeting on January 7, 2015, City Hall, Boards and Commission Room, 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. William Burkhardt called the Commission Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: William Burkhardt, Karen McGraw, Mary Ingle, Chuck Maines, Lucy Katz, Keith Jackson and Missy Bledsoe City Staff: Daniel Word A. CITIZEN COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 4 speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. Dave Piper, Zilker Neighborhood Association Concerned about waivers being requested of RDCC. Believe such requests should be directed to BOA. RDCC can only hear cases that are proposed. Screening procedures should be created to refer cases where construction has been done to BOA. B. RESIDENTIAL DESIGN AND COMPATIBILITY STANDARDS B-1 2014-079972 PR Gregory H. Bow 905 Columbus Street MODIFICATION REQUESTED: The applicant has requested a modification to allow an increase to the maximum gross floor area permitted in Chapter 25-2 of the Land Development Code, Section 2.1 Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards to install a garage door to an existing attached carport of an existing single family residence in a SF-3-NP zoning district. **Item is continuation of postponement from October 1st, 2014 meeting** Commission’s Decision: Commissioner Mary Ingle motion to take no position on this case. No 2nd offered. Motion fails for lack of second. Commissioner Karen McGraw motion to postpone. Commissioner Ingle 2nd. POSTPONEMENT APPROVED 7-0 C DISCUSSION ITEMS: C-1 Draft letter to City Council regarding CodeNEXT approaches No discussion C-2 Discussion of the mission of the Residential Design and Compatibility Commission (RDCC). No discussion C-3 Current rewrite of the LDC (land development code) Karen McGraw- carport issues worked out last meeting, building line has posed an issue. Staff discussed potential problems with building line being tied to the principal structure. William Burkhardt- suggests prescribing the McMansion building line coincide with the minimum front setback line. Karen McGraw- 30 foot gable allowance gets caught up in the McMansion building line issue as well. Staff suggested building in flexibility in assigning the McMansion building line when lots have irregular shapes or curved front lot lines. Karen McGraw- parking area exemptions should be capped by limiting the site to a maximum of 450 sq ft. …
