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18.a - 2706 Wooldridge Dr - public comment — original pdf
Jeffrey McDowell October 4, 2022 neighborhood. Sincerely, Jeffrey McDowell RE: Case Number GF 22-138148 - 2706 Wooldridge Dr before the Historic Landmark Commission on October 5, 2022 To Whom it May Concern, I am the owner of 2700 Wooldridge Drive, the property adjacent to the south of 2706 Wooldridge Drive. I am writing in support of the application to demolish the building(s) located at 2706 Wooldridge Drive. Although I am not an expert in historic districts, I love our neighborhood and have lived in my current house since 2006. I fail to see how this house contributes to the historic nature of our neighborhood in any way. The house has not been well maintained and replacing it would only serve to improve the character of our
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6.3 - 115 E 5th St - Heierman Bldg - THC Letter — original pdf
October 3, 2022 Jeff Berryman Michael Hsu Office of Architecture 826 Houston Street, Ste 100 Austin, Texas 78756 Via email to berryman@hsuoffice.com Re: Recorded Texas Historic Landmark project review, Heierman Building, 115 E. 5th Street, Austin, Travis County, Texas (RTHL 14733) Dear Mr. Jeff Berryman: Thank you for sending information regarding proposed work on the Heierman Building, which has been designated, with the adjacent Hotel Provident, as a Recorded Texas Historic Landmark (RTHL) since 1974. This letter represents the comments of the Executive Director of the Texas Historical Commission (THC). The THC Division of Architecture staff, led by Alex Toprac, has completed its review of the proposed exterior work to the property, including the Heierman – Historic Landmark Commission Review design document by Michael Hsu Office of Architecture, dated September 07, 2022. Our staff acknowledges the scope will notably include replacement of the existing roof and associated mechanical equipment and appurtenances to accommodate the construction of a 16’ tall, custom steel panel and curtain glass clad, modern rooftop addition to be set back twenty feet from the north, primary elevation parapet; removal of the egress door, primary double door entrance and associated sidelights, and existing three storefront windows on the previously altered first floor of the north, primary façade to be replaced with a single 3x5 light fixed multi-paned window in place of the egress door, a new recessed entry referencing the 1974 entry appearance reusing the salvaged existing double doors and installing slightly larger sidelights to fill in the associated remaining brick veneer masonry opening, and three new multi-paned, fixed storefront windows; as well as selective demolition of the existing fenestration and a large portion of the brick masonry on the rear, south elevation in order to accommodate the installation of a custom steel framed and paneled facade with large steel multi-paned storefront windows and a new enclosed building area on the first floor extending west from the existing egress stairwell addition that will also be extended a floor in height to be incorporated into the proposed rooftop addition. Regarding the proposed rooftop addition, our staff appreciates the architect providing the sight line diagram and accordingly setting the associated new construction twenty feet back from the primary façade’s parapet to reduce visibility of the new addition from the principal perspective across 5th Street. Yet, our staff recommends the new addition being lowered in height to be more commensurate to …
9/7/22 Draft Meeting Minutes — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, September 7, 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 x Witt Featherston x Kevin Koch ab Carl Larosche x Harmony Grogan ab Trey McWhorter ab Blake Tollett x Beth Valenzuela x Caroline Wright DRAFT 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. Meghan King gave an update from Preservation Austin about upcoming events and opportunities. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. August 3, 2022 – Offered for consent approval Commissioners Castillo and Valenzuela arrive later in the meeting. MOTION: Approve the minutes, per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Featherston seconded the motion. Vote: 6-0. 1 BRIEFINGS 2. Equity-Based Preservation Plan Presenter: Cara Bertron 3. Historic Design Standards Presenter: Cara Bertron PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 4. HR-2022-084104 – 6301 Bluff Springs Rd. – Applicant requested postponement Sebron Sneed House Council District 2 Proposal: New construction (Postponed August 3, 2022) Applicant: Christi Mueck City Staff: Kimberly Collins, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-1801 Staff Recommendation: Grant the applicant’s postponement request to the next HLC meeting on October 5, 2022 to allow additional time for the applicant to bring the Commission the materials requested at the August 3rd , 2022 meeting: Preservation Plan containing the following elements-a professional engineering report with stabilization recommendations and implementation program, a professional archaeological assessment/report, including an acceptable plan for monitoring of the ruins, a field study of the Site with the likelihood of adverse effects on known or possible unknown resources on the site, including any need for exploratory testing, monitoring, or mitigation if historic resources or remains may be unearthed during construction. MOTION: Postpone the public hearing to October 5, 2022, per passage of the consent postponement agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Koch. Commissioner Featherston seconded the motion. Vote: 6-0. 5. HR-2022-060641 – 800 Edgecliff Ter. – Consent Postponement Helena and Robert Ziller House Council District 9 Proposal: New construction of a therapy pool house Applicant: …
2023 HLC Meeting Schedule - Draft — original pdf
Historic Landmark Commission 2023 Meeting Dates & Deadlines Fees for the Historic Landmark Commission must be paid in full prior to the fee deadline to be placed on the agenda for the corresponding HLC meeting. Application Deadline Fee Deadline Meeting Date Friday, December 16, 2022 Tuesday, December 20, 2022 Wednesday, Jaunary 11, 2023 Friday, January 6, 2023 Thursday, January 12, 2023 Wednesday, February 1, 2023 Friday, February 3, 2023 Thursday, February 9, 2023 Wednesday, March 1, 2023 Friday, March 10, 2023 Thursday, March 16, 2023 Wednesday, April 5, 2023 Friday, April 7, 2023 Thursday, April 13, 2023 Wednesday, May 3, 2023 Friday, May 12, 2023 Thursday, May 18, 2023 Wednesday, June 7, 2023 Friday, June 9, 2023 Thursday, June 15, 2023 Wednesday, July 5, 2023 Friday, July 7, 2023 Thursday, July 13, 2023 Wednesday, August 2, 2023 Friday, August 11, 2023 Thursday, August 17, 2023 Wednesday, September 6, 2023 Friday, September 8, 2023 Thursday, September 14, 2023 Wednesday, October 4, 2023 Friday, October 6, 2023 Thursday, October 12, 2023 Wednesday, November 1, 2023 Friday, November 17, 2023 Tuesday, November 21, 2023 Wednesday, December 13, 2023
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P A G E 1 PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION | OCTOBER 5, 2022HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PACKAGE | 3RD & CONGRESS ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW COMMITTEE - 9/12 COMMENT SUMMARY • DISCUSSION OF CONSTRUCTION EFFECTS: - PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC CONGRESS FRONTAGE. - PROTECTION OF ADJACENT KOPPEL BUILDING. - UNDERGROUND PARKING. • RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN HISTORIC CONGRESS FRONTAGE AND STEPPED-BACK NEW CONSTRUCTION. • CONSTRUCTION OF NEW COMPATIBLE STRUCTURES COMMITTEE MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE 9/12 - TERRI MYERS, KEVIN KOCH P A G E 2 PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION | OCTOBER 5, 2022HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PACKAGE | 3RD & CONGRESS THE BLOCK SITE PHOTOS CONGRESS AVE 3RD STREET 308-310 NON- CONTRIBUTING 312-314 NON- CONTRIBUTING 316 WB SMITH BUILDING (LHL) 320 KOPPEL BUILDING (RTHL) 4TH STREET COMBINED SITE 308-316 LOOKING WEST P A G E 3 PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION | OCTOBER 5, 2022HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PACKAGE | 3RD & CONGRESS THE BLOCK SITE PHOTOS 1 4TH & CONGRESS FACING SOUTHWEST 2 3RD & CONGRESS FACING NORTHWEST 4TH ST. 3RD ST. 1 . E V A S S E R G N O C 2 P A G E 4 PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION | OCTOBER 5, 2022HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PACKAGE | 3RD & CONGRESS THE SITE EXISTING CONDITIONS & ENTITLEMENTS PROPERTY SUMMARY 308-310 CONGRESS AVE. NAME: USE: HISTORIC: ALEX POPE RESTAURANT NON-CONTRIBUTING* 312-314 CONGRESS AVE. NAME: USE: HISTORIC: N/A RESTAURANT NON-CONTRIBUTING* SSUURRFFAACCEE PPAARRKKIINNGG LLOOTT 320 CONGRESS AVE W 3RD ST FFOOOODD TTRRUUCCKK // PPAARRKKIINNGG LLOOTT 300 CONGRESS AVE SSUURRFFAACCEE PPAARRKKIINNGG LLOOTT 304 CONGRESS AVE WWBB SSMMIITTHH 316 CONGRESS AVE LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK KKOOPPPPEELL BBUUIILLDDIINNGG 320 CONGRESS AVE RTHL W 4TH ST SSUURRFFAACCEE PPAARRKKIINNGG LLOOTT 60' CoA SETBACK CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR 316 CONGRESS AVE. NAME: USE: HISTORIC: WB SMITH BUILDING RETAIL - PATAGONIA LOCAL HISTORIC LANDMARK CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR C V C ' 2 8 - 6 " 308 314 1/2 314 316 320 *PER 1975 NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES - CONGRESS AVENUE HISTORIC DISTRICT 2200'' WWIIDDEE AALLLLEEYY (TWO WAY) CONGRESS AVE U N L I M I T E D H E G H T I 1 0 2 - 0 ' " ' 9 0 M A X H E G H T I 6 0 - 0 ' " S E T B A C K CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR CAPITOL VIEW CORRIDOR P A G E 5 PRELIMINARY - NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION | OCTOBER 5, 2022HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION PACKAGE | …
10/05/2022 Approved Minutes — original pdf
HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, October 5, 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 ab Anissa Castillo x Witt Featherston x Kevin Koch x Carl Larosche x Harmony Grogan 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. Meghan King gave an update from Preservation Austin about upcoming events and opportunities. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. September 7, 2022 – Offered for consent approval MOTION: Approve the minutes, per passage of the consent agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Larosche. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 9-0. BRIEFINGS 2. 308-314/316 Congress Avenue Presenter: Michael Whellan 1 PUBLIC HEARINGS/DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION Historic Landmark and Local Historic District Applications 3. HR-2022-084104 – 6301 Bluff Springs Rd. – Applicant requested postponement Council District 2 Proposal: New construction (Postponed September 7, 2022) Applicant: Christi Mueck City Staff: Kimberly Collins, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-1801 Staff Recommendation: Staff recommends extending the applicant postponement for 3 months to the January 2023 HLC meeting to allow time for the applicant to bring the requested materials from the August HLC meeting of a Preservation Plan containing the following elements: a professional engineering report with stabilization recommendations and implementation program, a professional archaeological assessment/report, including an acceptable plan for monitoring of the ruins, a field study of the Site with the likelihood of adverse effects on known or possible unknown resources on the site, including any need for exploratory testing, monitoring, or mitigation if historic resources or remains may be unearthed during construction. MOTION: Postpone the public hearing to January 11, 2022, per passage of the consent postponement agenda, on a motion by Commissioner Larosche. Commissioner Koch seconded the motion. Vote: 9-0. 4. HR-2022-060641 – 800 Edgecliff Ter. – Applicant requested postponement Helena and Robert Ziller House Council District 9 Proposal: New construction of a therapy pool house (Postponed September 7, 2022) Applicant: Pam Kostas City Staff: Kalan Contreras, Historic Preservation Office, 512-974-2727 Staff Recommendation: Grant the Applicant’s …
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Regular Meeting of the Environmental Commission October 5, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. Permitting and Development Center, Events Center, Room 1405 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 Kaela Champlin, Watershed Protection Department, at (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). CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Haris Qureshi Rachel Scott Pam Thompson Melinda Schiera Audrey Barrett Bixler Colin Nickells Jennifer Bristol, Secretary Kevin Ramberg, Chair Ana Aguirre Richard Brimer Perry Bedford, 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION 1. Approval the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on September 21, 2022 (5 minutes) 1 Review and approve the 2023 Environmental Commission meeting calendar (10 minutes) DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Name: Park 290 Logistic, SP-2021-0095C Applicant: BSREP III Decker Lane Location: 11653 Decker Lane, Austin, TX 78724 Council District: District 1 Staff: Enrique A. Maiz-Torres, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department Watershed: Gilleland Creek/Decker Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone Request: Variance requests are as follows: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet. 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet. Staff Recommendation: Recommended with conditions (30 minutes) DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 4. 5. Briefing on a proposed ordinance in response to Resolution 20211029-003 which directs staff to review City Code, criteria manuals, and permitting procedures to identify impediments to the design, construction, implementation, and operation of Project Connect—Donna …
20221005-002: Draft 2023 Environmental Commission meeting calendar — original pdf
2023 Environmental Commission Calendar February W 1 8 15 22 Sa 7 14 21 28 Sa 4 11 18 25 Th 2 9 16 23 Th 5 12 19 26 F 3 10 17 24 F 6 13 20 27 Su Su Tu Tu M M January W 4 11 18 25 Su 1 8 15 22 29 Su 2 9 16 23 30 Su 2 9 16 23 30 Su 1 8 15 22 29 M 2 9 16 23 30 M 3 10 17 24 M 3 10 17 24 31 M 2 9 16 23 30 Tu 3 10 17 24 31 Tu 4 11 18 25 Tu 4 11 18 25 Tu 3 10 17 24 31 April W 5 12 19 26 July W 5 12 19 26 October W 4 11 18 25 Th 6 13 20 27 Th 6 13 20 27 Th 5 12 19 26 F 7 14 21 28 F 7 14 21 28 F 6 13 20 27 Sa 1 8 15 22 29 Sa 1 8 15 22 29 Sa 7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 Su 7 14 21 28 Su 6 13 20 27 Su 5 12 19 26 6 13 20 27 M 1 8 15 22 29 M 7 14 21 28 M 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 Tu 2 9 16 23 30 Tu 1 8 15 22 29 May W 3 10 17 24 31 August W 2 9 16 23 30 Th 4 11 18 25 Th 3 10 17 24 31 November W 1 8 15 22 29 Th 2 9 16 23 30 Tu 7 14 21 28 5 12 19 26 Su 4 11 18 25 Su 3 10 17 24 Su [42 [42 [42 3 10 17 24 [42 31 6 13 20 27 M 5 12 19 26 M 4 11 18 25 M 4 11 18 25 F 5 12 19 26 F 4 11 18 25 F 3 10 17 24 Sa 6 13 20 27 Sa 5 12 19 26 Sa 4 11 18 25 March W 1 8 15 22 29 June W 7 14 21 28 6 13 20 27 6 13 20 27 Th 2 9 16 23 30 Th 1 8 15 22 29 7 14 21 28 7 14 21 28 7 14 …
20221005-003: Park 290 Logistic SP 2021-0095C staff presentation — original pdf
Park 290 Logistics Center 11653 Decker Lane Austin, TX SP-2021-0095C Enrique A Maiz-Torres Environmental Review Specialist Senior Development Services Department Property Data 2 • Gilleland Creek and Decker Creek Watershed • Suburban Watershed Classification • Desired Development Zone • Austin Full Purpose • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • No Critical Environmental Features on property • Existing condition undisturbed • Zoning: CH-CO Park 290 Logistic SP-2021-0095C 3 Site Location Austin ETJ Austin City Limits Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone Edwards Aquifer Contributing Zone Existing condition 4 Existing Conditions 5 The vegetation of the site was classified as rangeland, consisting of a grazed herbaceous layer with scrubs and small groupings of trees dominated by Ashe juniper, Texas ash, Monterrey oak, cedar elm, honey mesquite. Synopsis 6 • • • • The project is located at the intersection of US 290 and Decker Lane. The site has a Gross Site Area of 66.30 acres. The applicant plans to develop four LEED certified industrial buildings with approx. 780,000 total square foot with fire lanes and parking areas, three water quality/detention ponds, utility extensions, offsite trail extension, and landscaping. In order to facilitate this type of development the truck courts / loading dock areas must have grades of less than 4% for maneuverability and must be fairly level so that when the trucks are parked at the loading docks the trailer elevations sit level with the finish floor elevations of the buildings and can be loaded and unloaded with ease. Topography of the project limits of construction ranges from 602 to 653 feet. The vegetation of the site was classified as rangeland, consisting of a grazed herbaceous layer with scrubs and small groupings of trees. Variance Request 7 • To allow cut in excess of 4 feet and up to 22 feet. (LDC • To allow fill in excess of 4 feet and up to 28. (LDC 25-8- 25-8-341) 342) Proposed Site Plan and Grading 8 *The use of all the buildings requires a uniform finished floor elevation similarly found in other industrial and commercial buildings. (Dalfen Industrial – SP- 2020-0407D). Cut 9 Fill 10 Retaining Wall Structures 11 • To structurally contain fill and minimize the amount of grading. • Resist lateral pressure of the soil. • Prevent movement of soil downward. • Increased stability. *Retaining walls in RED Variance recommendation 12 Staff recommends the variance, having determined that the required findings …
20221005-004: Draft Project Connect Ordinance — original pdf
PROPOSED LANGUAGE FOR PROJECT CONNECT ORDINANCE DRAFT SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL CHANGES PART 1. Project Connect is the City’s high-capacity transit system expansion, which will ultimately consist of multiple light rail lines, a downtown subway, an expanded bus system, and associated transportation terminals. To facilitate the construction of this critical transportation infrastructure, certain modifications and waivers to City Code are necessary to ensure that construction of a high-capacity transit system is completed in a timely manner. PART 2. This ordinance and the attached Exhibits A and B consist of the “Transit System Regulations”. Development of the Transit System shall conform to the limitations and conditions set forth in this ordinance. If this ordinance and the attached exhibits conflict, this ordinance controls. Except as otherwise provided by this ordinance, all other rules, regulations, and ordinances of the City apply. PART 3. The attached exhibits are incorporated into this ordinance in their entirety as though set forth fully in the text of this ordinance. The exhibits are as follows: A. B. Transit System Exhibit Transit System Noise and Mitigation Plan Requirements PART 4. Definitions. A) Transit System Project means a transportation project with any related appurtenances, including but not limited to a rail and public transit line, rail station, or a transportation terminal, funded by a public entity that is located on publicly owned land, either in fee or public easement and generally depicted on attached Exhibit A. B) Unless otherwise specifically defined, all terms in this ordinance shall have the meaning established in Title 25 of Code of the City of Austin, Texas (the “Land Development Code”). PART 5. Any construction activities associated with a Transit System Project must comply with a noise and mitigation plan approved by the City that meets the requirements listed in Exhibit B. To the extent there is a conflict with Chapter 9-2 (Noise and Amplified Sound), the Transit System Noise and Mitigation Plan will control. PART 6. Transit System Uses A) The use of a site for a traction powered substation is a Local Utility Service use as described in 25-2-6(28). PROPOSED LANGUAGE FOR PROJECT CONNECT ORDINANCE DRAFT SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL CHANGES B) The use of a site for the provision of maintenance, repair, vehicular or equipment servicing, material storage, or similar activities for light rail lines is a Maintenance and Facilities use as described in 25-2-6 (29). PART 7. Code Modifications. The following code modifications …
20221005-004: Exhibit A - System map — original pdf
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20221005-004: Exhibit B - Rail Construction Noise and Mitigation Plan Requirements — original pdf
EXHIBIT B – Rail Construction Noise and Mitigation Plan Requirements The Austin Transit Partnership (ATP) will submit the required components listed below to be reviewed and approved by City Staff. City Staff will review the plan to ensure that all required components are present in the plan and are satisfactory to City Staff before approval. ATP commits to adhere and ensure that contracted parties responsible for light rail construction activities adhere to the policies and procedures housed within the submitted plans. The following components are required: 1. Construction Noise Mitigation and Monitoring Plan Construction noise impacts will be documented in the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS), completed in compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process. Mitigation measures identified in the Mitigation Monitoring Plan, affirmed in the FEIS and Record of Decision, will be included in contract documents, monitored for implementation during final design and construction. Measures to minimize impacts will include, but are not limited to: • • • Sound monitoring during construction Limiting idling and back up alarms of equipment Limiting certain activities during certain times 2. Noise Control Plan Requirements for Contractors during Construction ATP will require all contractors to submit a Noise Control Plan as part of their contract that addresses mitigation for their specific schedule, equipment, and methods of construction. ATP will submit their requirements of contractors for this plan to the City. The requirements will include, but are not limited to: Schedule (dates and times of day) and methods of construction • Contractor’s specific equipment types • • Maximum noise limits for each piece of equipment with certification testing • Prohibitions on certain types of equipment and processes during the night or daytime hours • • Methods for projecting construction noise levels • • Methods for responding to community complaints in line with the Programmatic Project Identification of specific sensitive locations near construction sites Implementation of noise control measures where appropriate Communications Plan. 3. Programmatic Project Communications Plan This plan will contain requirements for programmatic communications including how the program will communicate to the public about construction impacts and timelines, posting of public-facing materials, procedures for submission of noise and construction impact complaints, and how complaints will be handled. • This plan will be adhered to by all contractors for the program. This plan will dictate high-level requirements that ensure consistency of information, noticing, monitoring, reporting, and responding to complaints. Items that are …
20221005-004: Resolution 20211029-003 — original pdf
RESOLUTION NO. 20211029-003 WHEREAS, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan ("ASMP") (Ordinance No. 20190411-033) is the transportation element of the Imagine Austin Comprehensive Plan and calls for a 50/50 mode share by 2039, which includes increasing use of sustainable modes such as walking, bicycling, teleworking and transit; WHEREAS, City Council adopted Resolution No. 20190808-081 directing the City Manager to "analyze and report on options for the City of Austin and other related or interested public or private entities to leverage resources to support the creation, operation, and maintenance of a high-capacity transit system"; WHEREAS, Austin voters approved Project Connect, the regional high- capacity transit system, on November 3,2020; WHEREAS, on December 18,2020, the City of Austin and the Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority created a local government corporation named the Austin Transit Partnership Local Government Corporation to aid the City and Capital Metro and act on their behalf to accomplish the governmental purpose of implementing the Project Connect System Plan; WHEREAS, in a report entitled Saving Time and Making Cents: A Blueprintfor Building Transit Better ("Eno Report"), published in 2021, the Eno Center for Transportation identified local regulation, permitting, and decision- making procedures throughout the United States as an obstacle to achieving viable, cost-effective transit systems on par with those of peer nations; WHEREAS, noting that local development codes are generally ill- suited to the nature and scale of mass transit, the Eno Report found that jurisdictions that have successfully constructed mass transit systems apply modified regulations and review procedures to accommodate the unique challenges Page 1 0f 3 transit construction presents and the ways it differs from private development or conventional transportation and public works projects; WHEREAS, the City ofAustin's Land Development Code does not provide for the design and permitting of linear construction required for mobility and transit facilities that encompass large areas, include subsurface and above-ground elements, and span multiple zoning districts and watersheds; WHEREAS, greater flexibility and more carefully tailored regulations are required to facilitate construction of Project Connect; WHEREAS, City staff routinely interprets and applies City Code to development and capital improvement applications; WHEREAS, the Land Development Code, existing regulations, criteria, and procedures should be flexibly applied to facilitate construction of Project Connect to the greatest extent possible until existing requirements can be amended; WHEREAS, there are Project Connect MetroRapid and MetroRail projects currently moving forward in advance of the Orange and Blue Line light rail projects; …
20221005-003: Park 290 Logistic SP 2021-0095C variance packet — original pdf
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20221005-004: DRAFT Project Connect Ordinance Version 2 — original pdf
VERSION TWO PROPOSED LANGUAGE FOR PROJECT CONNECT ORDINANCE DRAFT SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL CHANGES Project Connect is the City’s high-capacity public transit system expansion, PART 1. which will ultimately consist of a light rail network, an expanded bus system, transportation terminals and stations, maintenance facilities, and all associated improvements necessary for operation of the transit system. To facilitate the construction of this critical transportation infrastructure, certain modifications and waivers to City Code are necessary to ensure the construction of a high-capacity transit system. PART 2. This ordinance and the attached Exhibits A and B consist of the “Transit System Project Regulations”. Development of the Transit System Project shall conform to the limitations and conditions set forth in this ordinance. If this ordinance and the attached exhibits conflict, this ordinance controls. Except as otherwise provided by this ordinance, all other rules, regulations, and ordinances of the City apply. PART 3. The attached exhibits are incorporated into this ordinance in their entirety as though set forth fully in the text of this ordinance. The exhibits are as follows: A. B. Transit System Project Exhibit Rail Construction Noise and Mitigation Plan Requirements PART 4. Definitions. A) Transit System Project means a transportation project generally depicted on Exhibit A with any related appurtenances, including but not limited to a rail and public transit line, rail station, or a transportation terminal, funded by a public entity. [and located on publicly owned land or in the right-of-way or a public easement.] B) Unless otherwise specifically defined, all terms in this ordinance shall have the meaning established in Title 25 of Code of the City of Austin, Texas (the “Land Development Code”). PART 5. A Transit System Project for rail lines or any associated infrastructure necessary to construct the rail lines must comply with a noise and mitigation plan approved by the City that meets the requirements listed in Exhibit B. To the extent there is a conflict with Chapter 9-2 (Noise and Amplified Sound), the approved noise and mitigation plan will control. VERSION TWO PROPOSED LANGUAGE FOR PROJECT CONNECT ORDINANCE DRAFT SUBJECT TO ADDITIONAL CHANGES PART 6. Transit System Uses as described in 25-2-6(28). A) The use of a site for a traction powered substation is a Local Utility Service use B) The use of a site for the provision of maintenance, repair, vehicular or equipment servicing, material storage, or similar activities for rail lines is a …
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20221005-003: Park 290 Logistic SP 2021-0095C Recommendation — original pdf
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221005-003 Date: October 5, 2022 Subject: Park 290 Logistic, SP-2021-0095C Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: Seconded by: Kevin Ramberg WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet and requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends this variance, with conditions having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: • Provide a tree-shaded outdoor seating area as to encourage employees to take breaks on-site, rather than driving to alternative locations. • Provide an on-site trail with drainage swales that naturally convey flows into existing on-site ponds. • Provide vegetative walls adjacent to the critical environmental feature located on the site. • Provide terraced landscaping area in the open space allocated on the site. and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: • • • • • • Recommend including solar technology where possible Recommend using A/C condensation catchment system to be used for landscaping Include at least one EV charging station for staff or visitors Encourage long-term tree care plan for the new and existing trees Utilize native plant standards for Blackland Prairie Utilize Dark Sky lighting in outdoor spaces The applicant will work with staff and landscape architect to increase the number of trees on site by 50 additional trees beyond what is on the plan set to the maximum extent practicable per site condition availability. Incorporate plants that support pollinators. The applicant will work with staff to review the reflective glass product they have proposed to ensure it is reducing bird strikes onsite. VOTE 9-0 For: Aguirre, Bedford, Brimer, Bristol, Ramberg, Schiera, Scott, Thompson, and Qureshi Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Barrett Bixler and Nickells Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair • • • 2
20221005-004: Project Connect recommendation — original pdf
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221005-004 Date: October 5, 2022 Subject: Project Connect Motion by: Kevin Ramberg RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission supports the implementation and operation of Project Connect. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission understands this proposed ordinance will not change the code requirements that trigger Boards and Commissions review and approvals. Seconded by: Rick Brimer THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the proposed ordinance in response to Resolution 20211029-003 with the following Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. Project Connect commits to brief the Environmental Commission and seek our recommendations on the 2. Project Connect commits to implementing multilingual public outreach based on the languages spoken in project development annually at a minimum; the target populations; and 3. Project Connect commits to presenting to the Environmental Commission early in the Draft EIS NEPA public involvement period to seek Commission comments and recommendations related to sound mitigation and management and other environmental elements. VOTE 8-0 For: Aguirre, Bedford, Brimer, Ramberg, Schiera, Scott, Thompson, and Qureshi Against: None Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: Barrett Bixler, Bristol, Nickells Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair
20221005-005: Environmental code amendments recommendation — original pdf
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221005-005 Date: October 5, 2022 Subject: Ordinance Amendment to Title 25 related to environmental protection, landscape requirements, and site plan requirements Motion by: Perry Bedford WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission has considered the ordinance amendments to Title 25 in a working group and is making additional recommendations related to environmental protection and landscape requirements and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes this ordinance responds to Council Resolution No. 20220609-061, which initiated Land Development Code amendments related to environmental protection, drainage, and landscape requirements. The resolution directed staff to present most of the initiated amendments to Council for consideration and; Seconded by: Rick Brimer WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that neighborhoods and residents east of I-35 have not shared the same environmental protections as those within the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zones or where endangered species exist in West Austin and; WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes Ordinance Amendment to Title 25 has not go through public review outside of Boards and Commissions; THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the amendments to Title 25 with the following additional recommendations; • § 25-2-1008 IRRIGATION REQUIREMENTS. o Recommend that xeriscaping and drought-tolerant plants be part of the landscaping requirements to reduce the dependency on irrigation and increase the survivability of the plants installed in parking areas. o (F) Remove the administrative authority to grant a variance and include the Environmental Commission as the authority to grant variances. • Functional Green o We recognize and support all functional green standards. Because this is a new area of the code the Environmental Commission requests presentations on the projects utilizing Functional Green so we can learn more about its real-world application and support the growth of its use. • § 25-8-42 ADMINISTRATIVE VARIANCES. o Remove all additions to this section. ▪ The additions go too far with administrative approvals and the removal of citizen oversite via public notices or review from boards and commissions. o Because the section removes all citizen oversite and public review it is not equitable. • § 25-2-1179 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION. o The maintenance and repair of watercraft shall be performed in a manner that prevents discharge of fuel, oil, or other pollutants into the water. ▪ Add- in the event of a leak or spill during maintenance, owner or repair service will contain the leak or spill and dispose of the hazardous material properly. ▪ Require all fuels, oil, and hazardus materials be stored …
20221005-004: Project Connect Presentation — original pdf
Project Connect Foundational Ordinance and Regulations October 5, 2022 Environmental Commission Project Connect Overview 2 Project Connect: Program Components 33 Integrated Program Delivery 4 Project Connect in Progress MetroRapid Expansion, Red Line Improvements, Pickup Service Expansion • Summer 2021: Three new Circulator Pickup Zones • • • • • December 2021: MetroRapid Expo Center Groundbreaking February 2022: MetroRapid Pleasant Valley Groundbreaking July 2022: Red Line McKalla Station Groundbreaking August 2022: MetroBike Program incorporated into CapMetro Summer 2023: Target for new MetroRapid in Service • All-electric, Zero emission buses, Solar where possible To help protect your privacy, PowerPoint has blocked automatic download of this picture. Recently completed North Operations Electric Bus Yard 5 Light Rail Project Development Process Project Development Engineering Construction Revenue Service Entry into Engineering Grant Agreement Note: Project Development includes Preliminary Engineering 6 Light Rail Project Cost Considerations COST BASIS ASSUMPTIONS Original cost estimates (2019-2020) were based on 5% design and peer transit system comparison data 2022: costs have increased significantly (up to 70%-80%), due to the following drivers: Right-of-way and real estate prices (Austin market) Inflation, labor shortage, and anticipated supply chain barriers Program scope changes as a result of community input and technical requirements (e.g. Tunnel length increase from 1.5 to 4 miles) NEXT STEPS • NEED TO ALIGN PROGRAM SCOPE AND SEQUENCING TO • Community input will be essential to defining project scope, AVAILABLE FUNDING phasing and next steps. Tax increment rate will not be increased to cover ongoing program costs Federal Environmental Review Process The National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) process requires federal agencies to: • Assess the potential impacts of their actions on the human and natural environment • Avoid, minimize or mitigate adverse effects where reasonably feasible • Where impacts are identified, mitigation strategies are defined, and could include items such as maintaining property access, tree relocation, or noise monitoring during construction • Inform the public that environmental concerns were considered in their decision-making process 8 Cultural Environment Historic and Archeological Park and Recreation Visual and Aesthetic Physical and Natural Environment Air Quality Water Quality Noise and Vibration Trees Human Environment Environmental Justice Neighborhood & Community City of Austin Boards & Commissions – Project Connect Roles • Fulfill regulatory requirements: • Subject specific ordinances & code updates • Commission level variances or other approvals needed for permitting / project delivery • Subject specific briefings to subject-relevant commissions (e.g. NEPA to Environmental Commission) …
Approved Minutes — original pdf
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 5, October, 2022 The Environmental Commission convened in a regular meeting on 5, October, 2022 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Commissioners in Attendance: Ana Aguirre, Perry Bedford, Jennifer Bristol, Rick Brimer, Melinda Schiera, Kevin Ramberg, and Haris Qureshi. Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Pam Thompson and Rachel Scott. Commissioners absent: Audrey Barrett Bixler and Colin Nickells. CALL TO ORDER Chair Ramberg called the Environmental Commission Meeting to order at 6:02 P.M. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION 1. Approval the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on September 21, 2022 (5 minutes) The minutes of the September 21, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting were approved with a noted amendment on Vice Chair Bedford’s motion, Chair Ramberg’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Barrett Bixler and Nickells were absent. Commissioner Bristol was off the dais. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Review and approve the 2023 Environmental Commission meeting calendar (10 minutes) The 2023 Environmental Commission meeting calendar was approved on Commissioner Bedford’s motion, Chair Ramberg’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Barrett Bixler and Nickells were absent. Commissioner Bristol was off the dais. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Name: Park 290 Logistic, SP-2021-0095C Applicant: BSREP III Decker Lane Location: 11653 Decker Lane, Austin, TX 78724 Council District: District 1 Staff: Enrique A. Maiz-Torres, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, Development Services Department 1 4. 5. 7. 8. 9. 10. DISCUSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS Watershed: Gilleland Creek/Decker Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone Request: Variance requests are as follows: 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet. 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet. Staff Recommendation: Recommended with conditions (30 minutes) A motion to close the public hearing was approved on Chair Ramberg’s motion, Commissioner Bedford’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Barrett Bixler and Nickles were absent. A motion to recommend the requested variance with conditions was approved on Commissioner Bristol’s motion, Commissioner Ramberg’s second on a 9-0 vote. Commissioners Barrett Bixler and Nickells were absent. Briefing on a proposed ordinance in response to Resolution 20211029-003 which directs staff to review City Code, criteria manuals, and permitting procedures to identify impediments to the design, construction, implementation, and operation of Project Connect—Donna Galati, Project Connect Office (1 hour) A recommendation to support the proposed ordinance …
Agenda — original pdf
Regular meeting of the Commission for Women Wednesday, October 5, 2022 12:00pm Austin City Hall – Boards and Commission Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Commission for Women may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via 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 by telephone. To register to speak remotely, call or email Kiarrah Carlisle, (512) 978-1879, Kiarrah.Carlisle@austintexas.gov CURRENT BOARD COMMISSIONERS: Rebecca Austen, Chair Neva Fernandez Juliana Gonzales Jocelyn Tau Pam Rattan Desiree Bermea Flannery Bope, Vice Chair Diana Melendez Josephine Serrata Priscilla Cortez Vanessa Bissereth AGENDA CALL TO ORDER APPROVAL OF MINUTES PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 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. 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on September 7, 2022. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action on the 2023 Commission for Women draft schedule. Discussion and possible action to approve Commission for Women working group members the ability to collaborate with members of other Commissions about the Quality of Life Study, and to take next steps in preparation of the study. Discussion and possible action on re-authorizing/ re-establishing a budget work group to work on the FY23-24 Budget Recommendation Cycle until budget September/October 2023. Discussion and approval regarding Commissioners Cortez and Melendez’s web content and nomination form for the Women’s Hall of Fame Event. Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Austin’s annual budget process. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES Update from Working Group on Homelessness. Updated from Working Group on Safety. Update from Working Group on Health. Update from Working Group on Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls. Update from Working Group on Quality of Life Study. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 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 …
Item #1 Drafted Meeting Minutes — original pdf
Commission for Women REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 7, 2022 The Commission for Women convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, September 7, 2022, at Austin City Hall – Boards and Commission Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Rebecca Austen called the Commission for Women Meeting to order at 12:06 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Rebecca Austen, Chair Pam Rattan Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Diana Melendez Josephine Serrata Neva Fernandez Priscilla Cortez Vanessa Bissereth Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Flannery Bope, Vice Chair Juliana Gonzales Jocelyn Tau Desiree Bermea Staff in Attendance: Kiarrah Carlisle, Office of Civil Rights PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on August 3, 2022. The minutes from the meeting of (08/03/2022) were approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Rattan’s second on a (6-0) vote. (Commissioner Serrata was not in attendance at the time of the motion. Vice Chair Bope, and Commissioners Gonzales, Tau, Bermea were absent.) 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation by Jeremy Garza, Commissions/Neighborhood Liaison in the Equity Office, with discussion and possible action regarding establishing a working group for the Quality of Life Study. The motion to establish a working group for the Quality of Life Study was approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Rattan’s second on a (7-0) vote. (Vice Chair Bope, and Commissioners Gonzales, Tau, Bermea were absent.) Discussion and possible action regarding the City of Austin annual budget process. Discussion was held. No action was taken. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 4. Member update from Working Group on Homelessness. Discussion was held. No action was taken. Member update from Working Group on Safety 5. Discussion was held. No action was taken. Member update from Working Group on Health a. Rebecca Austen b. Flannery Bope c. Pam Rattan a. Desiree Bermea b. Neva Fernandez c. Julianna Gonzales d. Josie Serrata e. Amanda Lewis* a. Flannery Bope b. Juliana Gonzales c. Diana Melendez d. Josie Serrata e. Jocelyn Tau 3. 6. 7. Discussion was held. No action was taken. Member update from Working Group on Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls a. Vanessa Bissereth b. Priscilla Cortez c. Diana Melendez Discussion was held. No action was taken. *Community participants 2 8. 9. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Presentation from the City Manager’s Office and Police Research Forum (PERF) regarding Resolution No. 20190131-077 on evaluation of Austin Police Department’s …
Item #2 Drafted 2023 Schedule — original pdf
Commission for Women Drafted 2023 Meeting Schedule (1st Wednesday of the Month) • January – 4th • February – 1st • March – 1st • April – 5th • May – 3rd • June – 7th • July – 5th • August – 2nd • September – 6th • October – 4th • November – 1st • December – 6th
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Working Group Membership Update — original pdf
Commission for Women Working Group Membership Updated October 2022 Recognition of Equity for Women and Girls Homelessness Rebecca Austen Flannery Bope Pam Rattan Safety Health Desiree Bermea Neva Fernandez Juliana Gonzales Josie Serrata Amanda Lewis* Flannery Bope Juliana Gonzales Diana Melendez Josie Serrata Jocelyn Tau Vanessa Bissereth Priscilla Cortez Diana Melendez Quality of Life Study Rebecca Austen Vanessa Bissereth Diana Melendez Pam Rattan Josie Serrata Rebecca Austen Vanessa Bissereth Flannery Bope FY2023-24 Budget *Community participants
Approved Minutes — original pdf
Commission for Women REGULAR CALLED MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, October 5, 2022 The Commission for Women convened in a regular meeting on Wednesday, October 5, 2022, at Austin City Hall – Boards and Commission Room 1101 301 W 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Chair Rebecca Austen called the Commission for Women Meeting to order at 12:08 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Rebecca Austen, Chair Diana Melendez Priscilla Cortez Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Flannery Bope, Vice Chair (Call -in) Jocelyn Tau Pam Rattan Vanessa Bissereth Board Members/Commissioners Absent: Desiree Bermea Juliana Gonzales Josephine Serrata Neva Fernandez Staff in Attendance: Kiarrah Carlisle, Office of Civil Rights PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Commission for Women regular meeting on September 7, 2022. The minutes from the meeting of (09/07/2022) were approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Rattan’s second on a (6-0) vote. (Vice Chair Bope was absent at the time of the motion. Commissioners Gonzales, Serrata, Fernandez, and Bermea were absent.) 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. Discussion and possible action on the 2023 Commission for Women draft schedule. The motion to approve the 2023 commission meeting schedule with January 4th changed to the 11th and July 5th changed to the 12th was approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Cortez’s second on a (6-0) vote. (Vice Chair Bope was present on call. Commissioners Gonzales, Serrata, Fernandez, and Bermea were absent.) Discussion and possible action to approve Commission for Women working group members the ability to collaborate with members of other Commissions about the Quality of Life Study, and to take next steps in preparation of the study. The motion to authorize the Commission for Women working group members the ability to collaborate with members of other Commissions about the Quality of Life Study, and to take next steps in preparation of the study, and to bring any decisions requiring financial approval to the full commission for a vote at a next meeting and to operate until the Quality of Life Study is complete was approved on Chair Austen’s motion, Commissioner Cortez’s second on a 6-0 vote. (Vice Chair Bope was absent at the time of the motion. Commissioners Gonzales, Serrata, Fernandez, and Bermea were absent.) Discussion and possible action on re-authorizing/ re-establishing a budget work group to work on the FY23-24 Budget Recommendation Cycle until budget September/October 2023. The motion to establish a budget working group …
02 C14-2022-0097 - 1507 & 1511 Bastrop Hwy Svrd Rezone; District 2.pdf — original pdf
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2022-0097 – 1507 & 1511 Bastrop Hwy Svrd Rezone DISTRICT: 2 ZONING FROM: I-SF-2 ADDRESS: 1507 and 1511 Bastrop Highway Service Road SITE AREA: 0.8957 acres APPLICANT: Sanjiv Kumar AGENT: Keepers Land Planning (39,017 square feet) TO: CS (Ricca Keepers) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant general commercial services (CS) district zoning. For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, please see page 2. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: October 4, 2022: September 20, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT RQUEST BY STAFF TO OCTOBER 4, 2022, BY CONSENT [H. SMITH; L. STERN – 2ND] (9-0) C. ACOSTA – OFF THE DAIS; N. BARRERA- RAMIREZ – ABSENT CITY COUNCIL ACTION: October 27, 2022: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: None at this time. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The subject zoning area is unplatted and contains one vacant single family residence and is zoned interim – single family residence-standard lot (I-SF-2) district at the time of annexation into the City limits in September 1998. The property has access to the Bastrop Highway service road which branches off from westbound service road of East State Highway 71, intersects with Dalton Lane approximately 460 feet to the northwest, and provides access to commercial properties and a limited amount of residential lots further northwest. There is an undeveloped tract, a restaurant (limited) and a general retail sales (convenience) to the east (CS; GR), similarly sized undeveloped tracts to the west (I-SF-2), 1 of 12B-2 C14-2022-0097 Page 2 and a 12.58 acre undeveloped tract the north (CS). Please refer to Exhibits A – Zoning Map and A-1 – Aerial View. This property is within the AO-3 subdistrict of the Airport Overlay Zone, also known as the ½ mile buffer zone and approved by Council in September 2001. The AO-3 zone does not permit new residential development outside of recorded plats, municipal utility districts (MUDs), and neighborhood plans adopted prior to the 2001 Airport Overlay Zone ordinance. The AO-3 buffer zone was established to encourage compatible land uses near the Austin- Bergstrom International Airport. The Applicant proposes general commercial services (CS) district zoning in order to occupy the existing residential structure with an office use. Please refer to Applicant’s correspondence. BASIS FOR RECOMMENDATION 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The proposed general commercial services (CS) district zoning …
03 C14-2021-0003 - South Lakeline Residential-Mixed Use; District 6.pdf — original pdf
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2021-0003 (South Lakeline Residential-Mixed Use) DISTRICT: 6 ZONING FROM: LR TO: GR-MU-CO* * On December 14, 2021, the applicant submitted a letter amending their request from GR zoning to GR- MU-CO zoning (please see Applicant's Amendment Request - Exhibit D). ADDRESS: 2610 ½ South Lakeline Boulevard SITE AREA: 3.2437 acres PROPERTY OWNER: Ozone Technology Inc. (Thomas J. Wolf, Jr.) AGENT: Thrower Design (A. Ron Thrower) CASE MANAGER: Sherri Sirwaitis (512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommends GR-MU-CO, Community Commercial-Mixed Use-Conditional Overlay Combining District, zoning. The proposed conditional overlay will prohibit the following uses on the site: Automotive Repair Services, Automotive Sales, Automotive Washing (of any type), Bail Bond Services, Drop Off Recycling Collection Facility, Funeral Services, Hotel/Motel, Outdoor Entertainment, Outdoor Sports and Recreation, Pawn Shop Services, Service Station and Club or Lodge. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: May 4, 2021: Approved staff's request for a postponement to May 18, 2021, by consent (8-0, C. Acosta and E. Ray-absent); H. Smith-1st, D. King-2nd. May 18, 2021: Approved applicant's request for a postponement to June 15, 2021, by consent (9-0, A. Denkler-off the dais); H. Smith-1st, D. King-2nd. June 15, 2021: Motion to reopen the public hearing and postpone to August 3, 2021 by the Commission (9-0, C. Thompson-No); H. Smith-1st, J. Kiolbassa-2nd. August 3, 2021: Approved applicant's request for a postponement to September 21, 2021 by consent (9-0, A. Denkler-off the dais); H. Smith-1st, C. Thompson-2nd. September 21, 2021: Approved the staff's request for a postponement to October 19, 2021 by consent (11-0); H. Smith-1st, C. Thompson-2nd. October 19, 2021: Postponed indefinitely at the Commission's direction by consent (10-0); H. Smith, C. Acosta-2nd. February 15, 2022: Postponed to March 1, 2022 at the applicant's request by consent (9-0, C. Acosta- absent); H. Smith-1st, J. Kiolbassa-2nd. March 1, 2022: Postponed to April 19, 2022 at the applicant's request by consent (9-0, S. Boone and R. Woody-absent); H. Smith-1st, A. Denkler-2nd. April 19, 2022: Postponed to May 17, 2022 at the applicant's request (11-0); J. Kiolbassa-1st, A. Denkler-2nd. May 17, 2022: Postponed to June 21, 2022 at the applicant's request (7-0, J. Kiolbassa, H. Smith and R. Woody-absent and C. Acosta-off the dais); B. Greenberg-1st and C. Thompson-2nd. June 21, 2022: Postponed indefinitely at the Commission's direction by consent (11-0); H. Smith, J. Kiolbasa-2nd. September 6, 2022: Postponed to October 4, 2022 at the neighborhood's request …
04 C14-2022-0039 - Peaceful Hill Residential; District 2.pdf — original pdf
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2022-0039 – Peaceful Hill Residential ZONING FROM: DR ADDRESSES: 7901 Peaceful Hill Lane PROPERTY OWNER: Jeffrey Fluitt DISTRICT: 2 ZONING TO: SF-6 SITE AREA: 2.7 acres APPLICANT / AGENT: Thrower Design (Victoria Haase) 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: October 4, 2022: September 20, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT RQUEST BY STAFF TO OCTOBER 4, 2022, BY CONSENT [H. SMITH; L. STERN – 2ND] (9-0) C. ACOSTA – OFF THE DAIS; N. BARRERA- RAMIREZ – ABSENT August 16, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY THE NEIGHBORHOOD TO SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 [H. SMITH; J. KIOLBASSA – 2ND] (9-0) C. ACOSTA, R. WOODY – ABSENT CITY COUNCIL ACTION: October 13, 2022: September 15, 2022: APPROVED A POSTPONEMENT REQUEST BY STAFF TO OCTOBER 13, 2022. VOTE: 10-0, MAYOR PRO TEM ALTER WAS OFF THE DAIS. ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The Applicant has indicated their agreement to include items related to fencing materials, additional tree plantings, and additional parking in a private Restrictive Covenant. The Applicant has discussed this case with the Peaceful Hill Preservation Association. The Peaceful Hill Preservation Association requested postponement until September 20, 2022. Please refer to attached correspondence. 1 of 29 C14-2022-0039 Page 2 CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The subject rezoning area consists of a platted lot that contains a few structures and outside storage of vehicles and equipment. The property is zoned development reserve (DR) district since its annexation into the City limits in November 1984. There is an undeveloped property to the north proposed for rezoning to commercial use (NO-MU-CO), the Verrado condominium community directly east and south (SF-6-CO), and single family residences in the Beaconridge II subdivision across Peaceful Hill Lane to the west (SF-2). There is an automotive salvage yard further east that takes access to South Congress Avenue and is part of the proposed rezoning for commercial and mixed use uses (DR). Please refer to Exhibits A (Zoning Map) and A-1 (Aerial View). The Applicant proposes to rezone the property to the townhouse and condominium residence (SF-6) district as the first step in constructing up to 33 residential units. BASIS OF RECOMMENDATION: 1. The proposed zoning should be consistent with the purpose statement of the district sought. The townhouse and condominium …
05 C14-2022-0077 - 220 Ralph Ablanedo Rezoning; District 2.pdf — original pdf
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2022-0077 – 220 Ralph Ablanedo Rezoning DISTRICT: 2 ZONING FROM: CS-CO; LI-CO ADDRESS: 220 Ralph Ablanedo Drive PROPERTY OWNER: KVG Investments, LLC (Kevin Goradia) TO: CS-CO, as amended SITE AREA: 3.99 acres AGENT: Kimley-Horn (Amanda Brown) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant general commercial services – conditional overlay (CS-CO) combining district zoning. The Conditional Overlay is for the following: 1) prohibits the following uses on the Property: Agriculture sales and services, Automotive rentals, Automotive repair services, Automotive sales, Automotive washing (of any type), Bail bond services, Campground, Club or lodge, Commercial blood plasma center, Construction sales and services, Custom manufacturing, Drop-off recycling collection facility, Equipment sales, Equipment repair services, Exterminating services, Funeral services, Hospital services (general), Hospital services (limited), Hotel- motel, Kennels, Laundry services, Limited warehousing and distribution, Maintenance and service facilities, Monument retail sales, Outdoor entertainment, Outdoor sports and recreation, Pawn shop services, Pedicab storage and dispatch, Safety services, Service station, Transportation terminal, Vehicle storage, and Drive-through services as an accessory use to a commercial use; 2) limits building height to 35 feet on the west 35 feet of the property (Tract 2); 3) limits building height to 50 feet on Tract 1; and 4) establishes a 30-foot wide vegetative buffer along the east property line. For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, see pages 2-3. The Restrictive Covenant includes all recommendations listed in the Neighborhood Traffic Analysis memo, dated August 19, 2022, as provided in Attachment A. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: October 4, 2022: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: November 3, 2022: ORDINANCE NUMBER: 1 of 64B-4 C14-2022-0077 Page 2 ISSUES: The Applicant has discussed this case with representatives of the Park Ridge Owners Association, Park Ridge Gardens, and the Peaceful Hill Preservation Association. Correspondence received in support of and in opposition to the Applicant’s request is attached at the back of this packet. On September 28, 2022, the Applicant amended the request from / to LI-CO and CS-CO for removal of the daily 300 vehicle trip limit to CS-CO with the -CO prohibiting certain uses, limiting height, and establishing a vegetative buffer along the east property line. The Applicant’s proposed -CO has been incorporated in the Staff recommendation. CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The property is developed with a construction sales and services use, and located at the northeast corner of Peaceful Hill …
06 C14-2022-0069 - 8702 Cullen; District 2.pdf — original pdf
ZONING CHANGE REVIEW SHEET CASE: C14-2022-0069 – 8702 Cullen ZONING FROM: SF-2 ADDRESS: 8702 Cullen Lane PROPERTY OWNERS: Beck REIT Holdings, I, LLC (Russ Becker); DISTRICT: 2 TO: GR-MU SITE AREA: 0.69 acres (20,739 square feet) Sloan Houser Holdings, LLC (Sloan Houser) AGENT: TDI Engineering, LLC (Carey Bresler) CASE MANAGER: Wendy Rhoades (512-974-7719, wendy.rhoades@austintexas.gov) STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The Staff recommendation is to grant community commercial – mixed use – conditional overlay (GR-MU-CO) combining district zoning. The Conditional Overlay prohibits the following uses: Automotive rentals, Automotive sales, Automotive washing (of any type), Bail bond services, Communications services, Community recreation (private), Community recreation (public), Consumer repair services, Drop-off recycling collection facility, Exterminating services, Funeral services, Hotel-motel, Indoor entertainment, Medical offices (exceeding 5000 s.f. of gross floor area), Medical offices (not exceeding 5000 s.f. of gross floor area), Off-site accessory parking, Outdoor entertainment, Pawn shop services, Restaurant (general), Restaurant (limited), Service station, and Theater For a summary of the basis of Staff’s recommendation, see pages 2-3. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION / RECOMMENDATION: October 4, 2022: CITY COUNCIL ACTION: November 3, 2022: ORDINANCE NUMBER: ISSUES: The Applicant is in agreement with the Staff recommendation. The rezoning application was filed in late-May 2022 as the result of a Notice of Violation issued by the Austin Code Department in mid-August 2021 for operating an automotive repair business within the SF-2 zoning district. Please refer to attached Notice at the back of this packet. 1 of 16B-6 C14-2022-0069 Page 2 CASE MANAGER COMMENTS: The subject lot is located on the north end of Cullen Lane, contains an automobile repair facility and is zoned single family residence – standard lot (SF-2) district. Aerial photos of the property show that the automotive repair use has been in operation since at least 1977 (including the warehouse building on the rear (west) portion of the lot), several years prior to annexation into the City limits in 1984. Property ownership has changed over time from an individual owner from 1977 to a commercially-owned operator in 2013 and documentation of the automotive repair business under the previous individual ownership has not been found. The property to the north contains a single family residence and an automobile sales business (SF-2; GR-CO), and across Cullen Lane to the east is an automotive auction facility that has a recently approved and released site plan for over 400 multifamily residential units on approximately 13 acres (GR-MU). To …
07 C14-2022-0049 - 500 VFW Road; District 1.pdf — original pdf
MEMORANDUM ************************************************************************ TO: Nadia Barrera-Ramirez, Chair Zoning and Platting Commission Members October 4, 2022 Heather Chaffin, Senior Planner Housing and Planning Department FROM: DATE: RE: ************************************************************************ Staff is requesting a postponement of the abovementioned rezoning case from the September 6, 2022 Zoning and Platting Commission agenda to the October 4, 2022 agenda. This will allow Staff to finalize a recommendation. 500 VFW Road C14-2022-0049 Postponement Request by Staff 1 of 4B-7 From: Mike Simpson Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021 2:31 PM To: 'Glenn Weichert' ; Chaffin, Heather <Heather.Chaffin@austintexas.gov>; 'Tiffany Conner' ; 'Ron Lussier' Subject: RE: Zoning Hearing for Nearby Multi-Family Apts. Near SoWC Entrance on Bowery Trail Heather / Glenn: Yes, we will agree to just this one postponement. Thanks. ~Mike **************************** Mike Simpson 11801 Bowery Place Austin, TX 78753-7111 Phone: (512) 284-9907 From: Glenn Weichert Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021 2:01 PM To: Chaffin, Heather <Heather.Chaffin@austintexas.gov> Cc: Mike Simpson Subject: RE: Zoning Hearing for Nearby Multi-Family Apts. Near SoWC Entrance on Bowery Trail Okay with me, we need the postponement. Mike? Glenn K. Weichert The Weichert Law Firm 3821 Juniper Trace, Suite 106 Austin, Texas 78738 (512) 263-2666 ext. 101 Fax: (512) 263-2698 http://weichertlaw.com CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: The information in this email may be confidential and/or privileged. This email is intended to be reviewed by only the individual or organization named above. If you are not the intended recipient, you are hereby notified that any review, dissemination or copying of this email and its attachments, if any, or the information contained herein is prohibited. If you have received this email in error, please immediately notify the sender by return email and delete this email from your system. Thank you. From: Chaffin, Heather <Heather.Chaffin@austintexas.gov> Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021 12:16 PM To: Mike Simpson ; Glenn Weichert 2 of 4B-7 Subject: RE: Zoning Hearing for Nearby Multi-Family Apts. Near SoWC Entrance on Bowery Trail Thank you! I spoke to the applicant and they say they are fine with that date with the agreement that additional postponements will not be requested. From: Mike Simpson Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021 12:02 PM To: Chaffin, Heather <Heather.Chaffin@austintexas.gov>; Glenn Weichert Subject: Re: Zoning Hearing for Nearby Multi-Family Apts. Near SoWC Entrance on Bowery Trail Heather Let's shoot for July 6th. Mike From: Chaffin, Heather Sent: Friday, May 28, 2021 11:29 AM To: Glenn Weichert Cc: Mike Simpson Subject: RE: Zoning Hearing for Nearby Multi-Family Apts. …