CODE REVISION WORKGROUP RECOMMENDATION, SEPTEMBER 2020 MISSION Review of Ordinance 2019107-025 with regard to public safety and animal welfare RECOMMENDATION #1 - REMOVE THE WORD “FEAR” FROM THE YELLOW HIGHLIGHTED SECTION IN 3-1-1 (20), LEAVING IT TO READ AS FOLLOWS: (20) UNPROVOKED BITING means biting that is not provoked. Biting is unprovoked if, among other things, it occurs during ordinary care, including feeding and placing a collar, leash or harness on a dog, or from merely initiating interaction with a dog, or standing and facing the dog, walking towards a dog or its owner or addressing the dog’s owner. Biting is provoked if, among other things, it occurs because the dog was being taunted, or the dog was acting in defense of self, a person, another animal, or property, or the dog was acting from maternal instinct, or the dog was reacting to hunger, pain or the dog bites accidentally, as when playing. To be provoked a biting must occur contemporaneously with or immediately following the provocation. Note: Text in red was approved at the January 2020 Animal Advisory Commission meeting but is still not part of Code. RECOMMENDATION #1 JUSTIFICATION "Fear" is not a visible action, it is an internal state It ‘s often difficult to ascertain internal state when a bite occurs (even for trained observers) Even if we can identify fear as a motivation, that doesn’t mean the dog is “safe”, treatable, or behaving normally The presence of “fear” in a severe bite situation is far too vague a reason to release a high-risk dog City law and Mr Bland concur with our recommendation RECOMMENDATION #2 - ADD TEXT HIGHLIGHTED IN YELLOW (A) Not less than two business days before the euthanasia of any animal that does not qualify for exemption under Section C, the City 3-1-26 NOTICE TO RESCUE ORGANIZATION animal shelter must: (C) This section does not apply to: (1) An animal who is irremediably suffering; (2) An animal who, after a high risk assessment, has been recommended for euthanasia for humane reasons or to protect the public from imminent danger to persons or property. Such animal may be euthanized without regard to any time limitations otherwise established in this title and without court order. (3) A dog whose release to a rescue organization would violate a court order; or (4) A dog with a documented history of unprovoked biting …
Animal Advisory Commission Meeting September 14, 2020 Animal Advisory Commission HASS Working Group Proposals for Commission Consideration 1. Agenda Item 4a 2. Agenda Item 4b a. To recommend that Animal Services be designated an "essential service" and that hiring for Animal Services positions be "unfrozen." a. To recommend that the City of Austin participate in the Human Animal Support Services (HASS) program.
Animal Advisory Commission Meeting September 14, 2020 From Commissioner Craig Nazor 1. Agenda Item 4 a Request for Commission Consideration We respectfully request that the Austin City Council take any actions available to them to ensure that already budgeted Animal Protect Officer positions currently unstaffed and "frozen" be filled as soon as possible, and that none of the full-time positions be designated as "temporary."
July 2020 July 2020 Animal Services Report ANIMAL SERVICES REPORT Animal Services News The live outcome rate for July was 96.3 percent. A total of 310 animals were adopted (161 dogs, 142 cats, one livestock and six small pets). A total of 89 dogs and cats were returned to their owners (RTOs). A total of 781 animals were brought to the shelter (537 stray, 164 owner surrender, 11 abandoned, 30 public assist and 39 wildlife). Animal Protection month of July. Animal Protection Officers (APOs) returned 40 animals to their owners in the field during the Officers handed out 28 fencing assistance applications, implanted seven microchips and impounded 184 injured animals, 100 of which were transferred to Austin Wildlife Rescue (AWR). Officers entered 206 rabies exposure reports and submitted 40 specimens for rabies testing. Three bats tested positive. Wildlife APO received 30 total coyote-related activities: o 18 sightings o 4 wild sick reports of mange o 3 incidents o 2 encounters o 2 wild injured o 1 wild speak encounter, and incident). o Out of 30 coyote related reports, 23 fell within the reported behavior types (sighting, Incidents: Pets and livestock were a factor in half of the activities. o One incident involved a security camera that caught a coyote taking an unattended cat. o One incident involved a suspected coyote chasing joggers. Report was made by police. o One incident involved a suspected coyote attack on an unattended cat. APO’s were unable to make contact with resident to confirm. Encounters: Pets were a factor in half of the verified activities. o One encounter involved a coyote that entered a backyard with a pet present. o One encounter involved a coyote with mange that entered the backyard with possible person present. APO was unable to make contact with the resident to confirm. July 2020 Animal Services Report Volunteer, Foster and Rescue Programs Volunteers were able to come back onto AAC campus in a very limited capacity this month. We started with three dog walkers and quickly increased to four walkers, one playgroup runner, one vet services volunteer, one data entry position and two cat volunteers. Increase in volunteer numbers is evaluated on safety and operational needs. AAC staff have been very thankful to have volunteers return. A total of 66 volunteers donated 1,537.88 hours in July. A large majority …
..D e Posting Language ..Tit le Authorize issuance of energy efficiency program rebates by Austin Energy during Fiscal Year 2020-21, in an amount not to exceed $2,700,000 for multifamily energy efficiency rebates and $3,350,000 for commercial and small business energy efficiency rebates, for a total combined amount not to exceed $6,050,000. Lead Department Austin Energy Fiscal Note Funding is available in the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Operating Budget of Austin Energy. Prior Council Action: For More Information: Jeff Vice, Director, Local Government Relations (512) 322-6087; Manuel Garza, Interim Director, Energy Efficiency Services (512) 972-9538 Council Committee, Boards and Commission Action: September 14, 2020 – To be reviewed by the Electric Utility Commission. September 15, 2020 – To be reviewed by the Resource Management Commission. Additional Backup Information: Austin Energy’s energy efficiency rebate programs provide customer incentives to reduce energy demand and associated costs, benefiting all electric utility customers and the utility. This authorization will allow Austin Energy to issue rebates to multifamily, commercial and small business customers during Fiscal Year 2020 - 2021 (FY21) for energy efficiency improvements in accordance with program guidelines and up to a combined amount of $6,050,000. The aggregate rebate approval request approved in FY20 reflects a continued commitment to be responsive and flexible to customer needs by reducing the wait time needed to be reimbursed for energy efficiency upgrades. Based on recent experience and input received from customers and contractors, the prior lengthy process and uncertainty caused many prospective applicants to not participate in Austin Energy’s rebate programs. The benefits of this effort really came to fruition in the Multifamily program, which provides rebates for both market-rate and income-qualified properties. Despite interruptions caused by COVID-19, program and contractor participation have increased significantly in FY20—a projected 5,300 unique tenant units will be upgraded (2,300 completed and 3,000 in process), almost double the number completed in FY19. These customers will receive an average of three upgrades per unit (e.g. smart thermostats, lighting, solar screens, HVAC tune-up, etc.), helping to reduce their energy costs during this period of economic uncertainty. The aggregate approval ensured program continuity by assuring that contractors and property managers/owners would receive rebate funding promptly which is even more important in these uncertain economic times. In FY21, Austin Energy will also revamp the Small Business Lighting Program to include additional incentives for smart thermostats, HVAC tune-up, and other technologies. This new ‘Express’ program concept will encourage …
2020 Austin Climate Equity Plan September 2020 Summary ● We’ve been updating the Community Climate Plan o Draft for public comment out until September 30 o Council likely November 12 ● What we’re looking for from you: ○ Comments ○ Areas of Interest ○ Pledge of Support How was this plan update created? • 24 City Staff • 120 Community Members (NGO, Govt., Business) • 12 Ambassadors • 4 Equity Trainings • 5 Community Workshops (over 250 attendees) • 14 Steering Committee Meetings • 60+ Advisory Group Meetings • 50+ Interviews by Ambassadors A History of Inequities that Remains Today • The Austin 1928 Master Plan divided the city along racial lines, forcibly displacing Black residents into specific, undesirable areas. • The Tank Farm fuel storage facility, Eastside Landfill, and the Holly Power Plant exposed people of color to toxic pollution in East Austin neighborhoods. • Gentrification is taking place in parts of the city where low-income people and people of color have been forced to live, the African-American share of the Austin population declined from 12% in 1990 to 7.7% in 2010. • As of 2015, 52% of white Austin residents were homeowners, only 27% of African-American and 32% of Hispanic/Latinx residents owned homes. • Cases of COVID-19, hospitalization and mortality rates are disproportionately affecting Latinx and Black communities We are Changing the Earth’s Climate Warming over 2℃could be catastrophic to life on earth Climate Projections for Austin • Low-income communities and communities of color are disproportionately affected by climate hazards • • Experience climate shocks on top of existing economic stressors • Have less resources to bounce back from event Suffer long-term impacts to mental and physical health Our Commitment to Climate Equity Climate Change Eliminate the use of fossil fuels for energy & transportation Health Affordability Accessibility Energy efficiency Renewable energy Less dependence on cars Electric vehicles • • • • • More trees & natural spaces Healthier consumer choices • Cultural Preservation Community Capacity Just Transition Accountability Racial Equity Eliminate disparities that can be predicted by race • • • • • • Safety for all at all times No disproportionate economic outcomes Fair access to services for all Inclusive participation in our city Positive health outcomes for all Embrace culture & difference If we’re not proactively addressing equity, we’re perpetuating injustice. Net-zero by 2050 → Net-zero by 2040 The updated Net-zero by 2040 target has …
Contractor Performance Evaluation Program Update Construction Advisory Committee (CAC) September 14, 2020 1 Contractor Performance Evaluation Purpose PURPOSE: January 31, 2014 (Administrative Rule R161-13.37) – COA adopted procedures to: Administer a city-wide vendor performance evaluation program, and Collect vendor performance assessments to: Establish historical record Use as a tool in future solicitations and subsequent contract award decisions CCO developed the Consultant/Contractor Evaluation to ensure high quality of services and performance is maintained. 2 New Criteria and Scores Beginning July 3, 2017 1. Quality 2. Schedule 3. Wage Compliance and Required Job Postings 4. Compliance with MBE/WBE Procurement Program(s) 5. Invoicing and Payments 6. Regulatory Compliance and Permitting 7. Safety and Protection 8. Adequacy and Availability of Workforce 9. Project and Contract Management 10.Communications, Cooperation and Business Relations Needs Improvement (1 Point) (Does not meet contractual requirements. Indicates a need for improvement and characterize performance levels that result in detriment to the project) Successful Performance (2.5 Points) (General success. Performance meets contractual requirements) Exceptional Performance (3 Points) (Exceeds contract requirements to the City’s benefit. Exceptional performance beyond expectations and characterize performance levels that result in substantial positive contributions to the project) 30 Points Maximum 3 When to Conduct Construction Evaluations Contractors/Construction: IFB (Traditional Low-Bid) End of Construction (Substantial Completion) Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ): At time of option/contract term renewal(s); End of Contract Competitive Sealed Proposals (CSP): End of Construction (Substantial Completion) Job Order Contracts (JOC): By Project End of Construction (Substantial Completion) Construction Manager at Risk (CM@R): End of Construction (Substantial Completion) Design-Build (DB): End of Design, and End of Construction (Substantial Completion) 4 Contractor Performance Evaluation Update Construction Solicitations Issued by CCO since 2014’s CPE Rules Adoption Future CPEs (Projects not at substantial completion or IDIQ not at contract term) CPEs Due CPEs Received CPEs Pending 330 174 156 130 26 5 Below 25 Points – Unsuccessful Performance Communication Inability to contact contractors readily when need arises Not submitting reports CPE Scoring Trend Analysis Not completing work assignments on a timely basis (as contractually obligated) Poor project management MBE/WBE Procurement Program compliance violations Not Invoicing on a timely scheduled requirement Above 25 Points – Exceptional Performance Contractor is consistently available and accessible Responsive communication Excellent planning and …
ON ALL ACTIVE AND FUTURE PROJECTS OLDEST TO NEWEST SITE OBSERVATION REPORT AS OF AUGUST 18, 2020 Contract Number Solicitation Number City/Federal Project Solicitation/Project Name Contractor NTP Date Init Visit Findings Interview Interview Audit Location Site Visit Notes Pre-Con Date Initial Visit Rep Latest Visit Latest Visit Rep Latest Visit Finding Previos Rep in some instances Count Site Visit CT 6100 16040500516 IFB 6100 CLMC569 City Davis Water Treatment Plant Treated Water Discharge System MATOUS CONSTRUCTION LTD 6/7/16 6/27/16 Hernandez Compliant Yes 10/16/19 Quinones Yes Yes 6800 N FM 620 Quinones, Ivan 17 Wage Discrepancy Viewed "Laborers" performing pipefitter work and getting paid Laborer wages. MA 6100 CA160000006 IFB 6100 CLMC561A City Long Line Striping IDIQ - Rebid D I J CONSTRUCTION INC Guereca- Davalos 7/13/16 8/13/16 Posters Yes 11/5/19 Compliant Yes No Various Guereca- Davalos Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz 9 CT 6100 16080400825 IFB 6100 CLMC585 City Davis WTP Power Distribution Upgrade 11/17/16 11/28/16 Hernandez Compliant Yes 9/20/19 Quinones Compliant Yes No Quinones, Ivan 10 City Parmer Lane Interceptor 1/23/17 9/1/17 Maldonado Compliant Yes 1/27/20 Quinones Compliant Yes No Quinones, Ivan 13 3500 West 35th Street, Austin Tx 5820 W Parmer Lane Austin, 78759 N/A T MORALES COMPANY ELECTRIC & CONTROLS LTD S J LOUIS CONSTRUCTION OF TEXAS LTD CT 6100 16121900144 IFB 6100 CLMC552 CT 6100 17020200257 CSP 6100 CLMB324 Women's Locker Rm Additions Ph 5 / EMS Vehicle Bay Expansion City City City City City City City CT 6100 17013000243 IFB 6100 CLMC615 Gonzales Lift Station Abandonment M.A. SMITH CONTRACTING CO INC CT 6100 17012700237 IFB 6100 CLMC601 MA 6100 CA170000005 IFB 6100 CLMC621 Montopolis Reclaimed Water Reservoir and Pump Station EXCEL CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, L L C Water Services Replacement Program IDIQ FACILITIES REHABILITATION INC MA 2400 GA180000016 IFB 2400 ELL0036 Federal Countdown Timers/Active Transportation Bike and Ped AUSTIN TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONST CO INC MA 6100 CA170000008 IFB 6100 CLMC608 CT 6100 17013000244 IFB 6100 CLMC587 2016-18 Quarter Cent Sidewalk South Districts 2, 5, 8 MUNIZ CONCRETE & CONTRACTING INC Walnut Creek WWTP Tertiary Filter Rehabilitation MA 6100 CA170000011 IFB 6100 CLMC647 2017 Facilities and Force Main-IDIQ PEABODY GENERAL CONTRACTORS INC MA 6100 CA170000006 IFB 6100 CLMC593A Federal Traffic Signal & PHB Installation IDIQ 2016 - Rebid AUSTIN TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONST CO INC RS ELLIS INC 1/25/17 1/31/17 Posters No 1/8/20 No Work No Yes Chicon Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz 50 Guereca- Davalos Guereca- Davalos Guereca- Davalos Guereca- Davalos …
VOLUNTARY CORRECTIVE ACTION PLANS ON ALL ACTIVE PROJECTS AS OF AUGUST 18, 2020 Wage Rep Contract # Solicitacion Name Contractor Type of Review Solicitation Number Issued Date Period of Review Begin Period of Review End Violation Type Back Wages Amended Assessed Date Back Wages Paid Resolution Date Notes Quinones, Ivan Observation CT 6100 16040500516 IFB 6100 CLMC569 CONSTRUCTION 4/8/20 6/11/18 10/16/19 $160,222.47 $0.00 3/13/20 Wage: Misclassified VCAP Rescinded, We have concluded that work being performed to connect prefabricated pipes with nuts and bolts is physical in nature and is consistent with the work of a Construction Laborer. Davis Water Treatment Plant Treated Water Discharge System MATOUS LTD Quinones, Ivan Observation CT 6100 17013000244 IFB 6100 CLMC587 Walnut Creek WWTP Tertiary Filter Rehabilitation PLW Waterworks, LLC 5/30/19 1/1/19 4/26/19 $5,808.00 $0.00 6/18/19 Wage: Underpayment The wage audited on the above subject project has been completed. However, we did note that one work was due back wages in accordance with Section 00830. Due to the fact the employee did recognize that he did not perform as an electrician therefor no restitution is due at this time. Nonetheless, it is our expectation that your subcontractor can provide a detail description of what an electrician and an electrician job description are, secondly please provide the detail difference between the duties of an electrician laborer and electrician apprentices. Random CT 6100 17020200257 CSP 6100 CLMB324 Rm Additions Ph 5 / EMS Vehicle Bay Women's Locker Expansion RS ELLIS INC 7/5/19 2/4/17 10/6/18 $20,054.86 $290.87 7/29/19 Contractor provided proof of Fringe Benefits Random CT 6100 18052500468 IFB 6100 CLMC640A Dove Springs Recreation Center Expansion - Rebid ASD INC CONSULTANTS 11/15/19 7/30/18 8/2/19 $5.68 $5.68 11/13/19 Wage CT 6100 Complaint 18051100427 IFB 6100 CLMC682 Austin Energy District Cooling Plant FLINTCO LLC 4/30/20 7/19/18 1/24/20 $459.00 $6,890.00 5/11/20 Flintco paid all retroactive back wages. Wage CT 6100 Complaint 18051100427 IFB 6100 CLMC682 Austin Energy District Cooling Plant FLINTCO LLC 4/30/20 7/19/18 1/24/20 $760.03 4/30/20 $0.00 5/1/20 Legacy Masonry/Flintco provided enough documentation to demonstrated that overtime was correctly paid Wage CT 6100 Complaint 18051100427 IFB 6100 CLMC682 Austin Energy District Cooling Plant FLINTCO LLC 5/15/20 7/19/18 1/24/20 $1,524.00 7/16/20 $224.15 7/16/20 Flintco/Centex #3 #3 #3 Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz Guereca- Davalos, Beatriz Wage: Underpayment Wage: Underpayment Wage: Underpayment Wage Violation: Overtime Wage: Underpayment Page 1 Wage Rep Contract # Solicitacion Name …
Blake Ramirez, Elaine From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: Attachments: C15-2020-0040; 2303 Quarry Road Wednesday, September 09, 2020 10:07:24 AM PastedGraphic-2.tiff *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** 9 September 2020 Elaine Ramirez, Liaison Board of Adjustment City of Austin RE: C15-2020-0040; 2303 Quarry Road Dear Board of Adjustment: The Board of Directors (BoD) of West Austin Neighborhood Group (WANG) met last evening VIA Zoom with the applicant’s representative in the above referenced 2020 variance request at 2303 Quarry. After discussion, the WANG BoD voted unanimously to recognize and not oppose the renewal of the decision of your Board in 2017, case number C15-2017- 0053, that addressed virtually the same request here. Specifically: We noted that the current variance request does include a habitable space within the detached garage’s attic space and we felt the bath/changing room could be relocated to the open air patio area, an area by definition being non-habitable thus bringing this variance request much more in line with the 2017 decision. The addition of a further one foot incursion into the required yard setback being requested here was not addressed specifically by us. Thank you for your service to the community. Sincerely; Blake Tollett, Zoning WANG CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. C-1/1LATE BACKUP
August 25, 2020 Rodney Bennett 2303 Quarry Rd Austin TX, 78703 Re: C15-2020-0040 Property Description: W 52.5 FT OF LOT 5 BLK 2 WESTFIELD A Dear Rodney, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from the following section of the Land Development Code. Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) setback requirements; to decrease the minimum rear yard setback from 10 feet (required) to 5 feet (requested) in order to maintain an existing Duplex in a SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence – Neighborhood Plan zoning district (West Austin Neighborhood Plan). Austin Energy does not oppose the above variance request provided any proposed and existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s clearance criteria requirements, the National Electric Safety Code and OSHA. Any removal or relocation of existing electric facilities will be at owners /applicants’ expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://austinenergy.com/wcm/connect/8bb4699c-7691-4a74- 98e7-56059e9be364/Design+Criteria+Manual+Oct+2015.pdf?MOD=AJPERES If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Eben Kellogg, Property Agent Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050
From: To: Subject: Date: Joseph Carls C15-2020-0042 In Favor Sunday, September 13, 2020 10:21:41 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** Hi Elaine, Just registering that I’m in favor of this project. Joe Carls 4903 Lynnwood St. CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. Sent from my iPhone C-2/1-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Kate Harrington Ramirez, Elaine Case # C15-2020-0042 Hearing, Board of Adjustment, 9.14.20 Tuesday, September 08, 2020 9:28:53 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am writing in regard to Case Number C15-2020-0042, which is scheduled to have a public hearing before the Board of Adjustment on September 14, 2020. I am in favor of this variance. My name is Kathleen Harrington. I live at 4812 Ramsey Ave., Austin, TX 78756, which is across the street from the house proposed to be remodeled. My phone number is 512.565.2511. I am in favor of this variance, because it will improve the house, to a modest degree, and will not change the look of our neighborhood in any negative way, and in fact will improve things. The owners of the house in question are good neighbors and good citizens. They would like to remain in their very small house, but even with only one child, it is a tight squeeze. I believe the City of Austin should encourage families to remain in place, whenever possible, rather than have to move further out in order to afford a somewhat larger home to accommodate their growing families. Thank you, Kathleen Harrington 512.565.2511 CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. C-2/2-LATE BACKUP C-2/3-LATE BACKUP From: To: Subject: Date: Ramirez, Elaine Case # C15-2020-0042 Hearing, Board of Adjustment, 9.14.20 Tuesday, September 08, 2020 9:44:48 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am writing in regard to Case Number C15-2020-0042, which is scheduled to have a public hearing before the Board of Adjustment on September 14, 2020. My name is Gary Flemmons. I live at 4812 Ramsey Ave., Austin, TX 78756, which is …
August 25, 2020 Harmony Grogan 2202 W 49th St Austin TX, 78756 Property Description: LOT 1 MEIER ILENE SUBD Re: C15-2020-0042 Dear Harmony, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from the following section of the Land Development Code; Section 25-2-947 (Nonconforming Use Regulation Groups) (B) (2) to increase the improvement value from 20% of $69,983 (allowed) to $150,000 (requested); In order to complete a remodel and addition to an existing single-family residence being in a “SF-3-NP” Single-Family Residence zoning district and the Rosedale Neighborhood planning area. Austin Energy does not oppose the above variance request provided any proposed and existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s clearance criteria requirements, the National Electric Safety Code and OSHA. Any removal or relocation of existing electric facilities will be at owners /applicants’ expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://austinenergy.com/wcm/connect/8bb4699c-7691-4a74- 98e7-56059e9be364/Design+Criteria+Manual+Oct+2015.pdf?MOD=AJPERES If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Eben Kellogg, Property Agent Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050
August 25, 2020 Katherine Loayza 4708 Colorado Xing Austin TX, 78731 Property Description: LOT 6 BLK A COLORADO CROSSING SEC 1 Re: C15-2020-0043 Dear Katherine, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from the following sections from the Land Development Code; Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) (a) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 percent or less from 35 percent (allowed) to 57.3 percent (requested), (56.1% existing) (b) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 percent and not more than 25 percent from 10 percent (allowed) to 74.4 percent (requested), (73.4% existing) (c) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of more than 25 percent and not more than 35 percent from 5 percent (allowed) to 18.6 percent (requested), (17.1% existing) (d) increase maximum impervious cover on a slope gradient greater than 35 percent to 13 percent (requested), (9.4% existing) In order to erect a Swimming Pool in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. Austin Energy does not oppose the above variance requests, provided any proposed and existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s clearance criteria requirements, the National Electric Safety Code and OSHA. Any removal or relocation of existing electric facilities will be at owners /applicants’ expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of review action: https://austinenergy.com/wcm/connect/8bb4699c-7691-4a74-98e7- 56059e9be364/Design+Criteria+Manual+Oct+2015.pdf?MOD=AJPERES the above If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Eben Kellogg, Property Agent Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050
From: To: Subject: Date: Clint Dein Ramirez, Elaine Board of Adjustments Case Number: C15-2020-0044 Friday, September 11, 2020 1:03:50 PM *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I am in favor of this variance, please see attached scan of variance document. Hi, Thanks, Clint CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious and/or phishing email, please forward this email to cybersecurity@austintexas.gov. C-4/1-LATE BACKUP September 10, 2020 Board of Adjustment City of Austin Austin, TX Via E-mail: Elaine.Ramirez@austintexas.gov RE: 1209 Taylor Street, Case No. C15-2020-0044 Dear Members of the Board of Adjustment, The East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Planning Team is writing in regard to variance to a residential lot requested by Forsite Studio on behalf of the owner, Scott McElwain. The Team heard the applicants at our August 19, 2020 meeting and voted to endorse the following variance request: “Decrease minimum lot size for two family residential from 5,750sf to 5,647sf” Please direct any further questions to Kristen Heaney from the East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Planning Team at or (512) 694-0363. Sincerely, Kristen Heaney Kristen Heaney Chair East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Planning Team CC: ECCNPT via e-mail Jason Fryer, architect via e-mail C-4/2-LATE BACKUP
August 25, 2020 James Smith 1209 Taylor St Austin TX, 78702 Re: C15-2020-0044 Property Description: LOT 22 OLT 45 DIV O WENDLANDT & STAEHELY RESUB Dear James, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance(s) from the following section of the Land Development Code, Section 25-2-774 (Two-Family Residential Use) (B) from lot area of 5, 750 square feet (required) to 5, 647 square feet (requested); In order to erect a Two-Family Residential use in an “SF-3-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (East Cesar Chavez Neighborhood Plan) Austin Energy does not oppose the above variance request provided any proposed and existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s clearance criteria requirements, the National Electric Safety Code and OSHA. Any removal or relocation of existing electric facilities will be at owners /applicants’ expense. Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of review action: https://austinenergy.com/wcm/connect/8bb4699c-7691-4a74-98e7- 56059e9be364/Design+Criteria+Manual+Oct+2015.pdf?MOD=AJPERES the above If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Eben Kellogg, Property Agent Austin Energy Public Involvement | Real Estate Services 2500 Montopolis Drive Austin, TX 78741 (512) 322-6050
