June 5, 2025 RE: 2024-128390 LM Right-of-Way Vacation Dear Chair Hempel and Planning Commissioners, My husband and I are residents of the Old West Austin neighborhood and members of the Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA). I am writing to state OWANA’s continued opposition to the proposed closure of Sayers Street (Application No. 2024-128390 LM). As neighborhood residents we are also opposed to closure of the street, and the application also lacks support from all adjacent property owners. Sayers Street is an essential service corridor used daily by adjacent property owners and businesses for deliveries, infrastructure access, and safe traffic circulation away from pedestrian-oriented neighborhood streets like 5th, 6th, and Walsh. The claim that it is under-utilized or orphaned is simply false. For example, Walsh Ventures 2, LLC has a long-standing business that depends on Sayers for large vehicle access that will be cut off if the street is closed. Additionally, their site plan for a mixed-use development with 25 affordable housing units depends on the continued public use of Sayers for access, loading, garage entry, and utility placement. This development has broad community support and is nearing key milestones. Approving this vacation would directly undermine that progress and the City of Austin's stated housing and mobility goals. We feel that a private party should not be allowed to vacate an active public right-of-way that serves critical community functions and provides access to multiple properties. 12 2024-128390 LM - 1114 W 5th Street; District 91 of 100 It is not within a private applicant’s authority to override existing public use or force access concessions for private benefit. We urge the Commission to reject this petition and uphold the public interest in preserving access to Sayers Street. Sincerely, Kathleen Kerr & Danny Roth 1502 W 9th Street Austin, TX 78703 k.m.kerr1@gmail.com 512-797-0179 cc:christopher.bueckert@austintexas.gov ella.garcia@austintexas.gov zoning@owana.org 12 2024-128390 LM - 1114 W 5th Street; District 92 of 100 Bueckert, Christopher From: Sent: To: Cc: Subject: Butch Lawson <collectedletters57@gmail.com> Friday, June 6, 2025 8:45 AM Bueckert, Christopher; Garcia, Ella zoning@owana.org 2024-128390 LM - 1114 West 5th Street Some people who received this message don't often get email from collectedletters57@gmail.com. Learn why this is important External Email - Exercise Caution My name is Donald Lawson. I live at 1615 W. 9 1/2 St. Austin, Tx. 78703 My email is collectedletters57@gmail.com My phone number is 512.965.3084 Dear Chair Hempel and Planning Commissioners, I write to …
From the Home of Evelyn M. Fujimoto 29 April 2029 Mayor Kirk Watson and City Council Members Austin City Council City Hall, Council Chamber 301 W 2nd St. Austin, Texas 78701 United States of America Subject: Item 50: 2024-128390 LM Right-of-Way Vacation Dear Mayor Watson and City Council Members: I strongly oppose the proposed vacation of Sayers Street initiated by Anchor Equities and scheduled for the May 8th hearing. The proposal has already received unanimous opposition from the Urban Transportation Commission and was formally denied by the Transportation and Public Works Department. I live in a multi-family housing development located on a block bounded by W. 6th , W. 5th , Oakland, and Pressler Streets, in close proximity to Sayers Street. The proposed closure would adversely impact my community experience. The Old West Austin Neighborhood Association (OWANA), along with the owners of 503 and 505 Walsh Street, firmly support Sayers Street remaining open. This corridor is essential for pedestrian safety, service vehicle access, and future development viability. It provides critical infrastructure support - trash collection, deliveries, and transformer placement - while keeping such functions off pedestrian friendly streets. District 9 Council Member Qadri supports the UTC and staff recommendations to keep Walsh Street open based on the facts of this case, including that the area property owners were not in agreement. Sayers Street is also vital for businesses at 503 and 505 Walsh, whose operations had relied on large delivery vehicles that cannot access the properties from Walsh due to topography. Claims that the street is used only by retail customers are demonstrably false. Additionally, the planned “Sixth and Walsh” mixed-use development, which includes 25 affordable housing units, depends on continued public access to Sayers Street for utilities, loading, and garage access. Vacating the street would stall the project and increase traffic congestion on Walsh Street. United States of America 1501 W. 6th Street Villa West E3 Austin, Texas 78703 +1 832 648 0623 emarimoto@yahoo.com 12 2024-128390 LM - 1114 W 5th Street; District 982 of 100 City Council Page 2 Evelyn M. Fujimoto We are concerned that Anchor Equities, which owns adjacent parcels, is seeking to privatize Sayers for future development. Despite claims of no immediate redevelopment plans, such intentions seem inconsistent with ongoing development activity in the area. The petition for vacation identifies only the portion of Sayers Street that runs east and west, not the portion that …
Leah M. Bojo lbojo@drennergroup.com 512-807-2918 June 10, 2025 Mr. Richard Mendoza Transportation and Public Works Department 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, Texas 78752 Via Electronic Delivery Re: Sayers Street Right of Way Vacation – Applicant indefinite postponement letter related to the right of Way Vacation application for the address at 1114 W. 5th Street, and 1134 Sayers Street, Austin, Texas (the “Property”). Dear Mr. Mendoza, As representatives of the owner of the Property, we respectfully request we request an indefinite postponement of the Right of Way Vacation application filed September 21, 2024, under file number 2024-128390 LM, on the Planning Commission agenda for Tuesday, June 10, 2025. While this right of way vacation application is on pause we propose to work through the necessary details with City staff and the adjacent property owner to the west. Our intent is to renotify this request for a public hearing after the adjacent owner’s site plan no. SP-2024-0428C.SH has been approved by the City. Please let me know if you or your team members require additional information or have any questions. Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. Sincerely, Leah M. Bojo 2705 Bee Cave Road, Suite 100 | Austin, Texas 78746 | 512-807-2900 | www.drennergroup.com
Transit Service in the Mueller Community June 2025 Agenda • Introduction to CapMetro • New Rapid Services • Transit Plan 2035 • Q&A 2 CapMetro Bus Local Bus Routes 1-499: Frequent stop-service with routes all over town, plus flyer routes with fewer stops and faster service Rail Connectors 460s: Takes customers to and from select Rail stations to nearby major destinations Night Owls Routes 480s: Operates from midnight until 3 a.m. between popular destinations and local neighborhoods UT Shuttle Routes 600s: Service designed to connect UT campus and residential areas Rapid Routes 800s: Fast service with limited stops and quicker travel times on busiest corridors Express Routes 900s: Commuter bus to and from downtown, including service from Park and Rides into the city 3 Other Multimodal Services CapMetro Rail operates along 32-miles of track, connecting 10 stations between Leander, North Austin, East Austin and Downtown Austin CapMetro Bikeshare offers electric bike rental service available across 73 stations, primarily focused on campus and the core CapMetro Pickup provides on-demand transit service within 12 neighborhood service zones CapMetro Park and Rides and Transit Centers provide opportunities to connect from various points, currently with 26 across the region 4 Plan with the Transit App • Real-time bus and rail vehicle locations on the map • Crowdsourced real-time reports on crowding and accessibility • Service alerts and push notifications • Step-by-step guidance for Bus, Rail and Bikeshare 5 Plan with the Transit App: Step by Step See nearby services and next departures Enter your destination to see what’s best for you See a variety of trip options with optional filters Select your trip and get step-by- step directions 6 Find the Right Fare for You Local Fares Valid on CapMetro's Local, Rapid, UT Shuttle Buses and Pickup. Provides connections throughout the Austin area and downtown. • • • Single Ride - �1.25 Day Pass - �2.50 Per Calendar Month - �41.25 Commuter Fares Valid on all Express and Rail services, all Local services included in commuter fare. Connects some surrounding areas to central Austin. • • • Single Ride - �3.50 Day Pass - �7.00 Per Calendar Month - �96.25 Bikeshare Fares To prevent fraud, only credit cards are accepted. The Bikeshare fares below are starting on August 1. • • • • • Single Ride: �2.50 + �0.25/Min Day Pass: �10 31-Day Pass - �25 Annual Pass - �150 UT Student Annual Pass …
PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR CALLED MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025 The Planning Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001, 301 W. Second Street, in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Woods called the Planning Commission Meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance: Imad Ahmed Greg Anderson Nadia Barrera-Ramirez Peter Breton Casey Haney Joshua Hiller Anna Lan Felicity Maxwell Adam Powell Alice Woods Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Danielle Skidmore Commissioners Absent: Awais Azhar Patrick Howard Ex-Officio Members in Attendance: Jessica Cohen Ex-Officio Members Absent: TC Broadnax Candace Hunter Richard Mendoza 1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Planning Commission regular meeting Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The minutes from the meeting of May 27, 2025, were approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Haney’s motion, Commissioner Ahmed’s second on an 11-0 vote. Chair Azhar and Commissioner Howard were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Plan Amendment: NPA-2024-0020.01 - 6201 Crow Lane; District 2 Location: 6201 Crow Lane, Williamson Creek; South Congress Combined (Sweetbriar) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Comal Bluff, LLC (Patricia Smith) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Metcalfe Wolff Stuart & Williams, LLC (Katherine Nicely) Mixed Use/Office to Mixed Use land use Staff Recommends Neighborhood Mixed Use Maureen Meredith, 512-974-2695, maureen.meredith@austintexas.gov Planning Department The public hearing was closed on Commissioner Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Haney’s second, on an 11-0 vote. Chair Azhar and Commissioner Howard were absent. The motion to approve Staff’s recommendation of Neighborhood Mixed Use, but with changes to the CO to prohibit the following uses: consumer convenience services, consumer repair services, service station and custom manufacturing, was approved on Commissioner Ahmed’s motion, Commissioner Haney’s second, on a 7-4 vote. Those voting aye were Vice Chair Woods and Commissioners Ahmed, Anderson, Barrera- Ramirez, Haney, Hiller, and Maxwell. Those voting nay were Commissioners Breton, Lan, Powell, and Skidmore. Chair Azhar and Commissioner Howard were absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: C14-2024-0168 - 6201 Crow Lane; District 2 6201 Crow Lane, Williamson Creek Watershed; South Congress Combined (Sweetbriar) Neighborhood Planning Area Owner/Applicant: Comal Bluff LLC (Patricia Smith) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Metcalfe Wolff Stuart & Williams (Katherine Nicely) LO-MU-NP to LR-MU-CO-NP Recommended Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Planning Department The public hearing was closed on Commissioner Maxwell’s motion, Commissioner Haney’s second, on an 11-0 vote. Chair Azhar and Commissioner Howard were absent. The motion to approve Staff’s recommendation of Neighborhood Mixed Use, …
BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, May 12, 2025 The BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT convened in a Regular meeting on Monday, May 12, 2025, at 301 West 2nd Street in Austin, Texas. Chair Jessica Cohen called the Board of Adjustment Meeting to order at 5:37 PM. Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance in-Person: Jessica Cohen-Chair, Melissa Hawthorne-Vice Chair, Sameer S Birring, Jeffery Bowen, Bianca A. Medina-Leal, Brian Poteet, Suzanne Valentine Board Members/Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Yung-ju Kim, Maggie Shahrestani Board Members absent: Thomas Ates, Niccolo A Sacco, Michael Von Ohlen PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four speakers signed up/register prior (no later than noon the day before the meeting) to the meeting being called to order will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. NONE APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Board of Adjustment meeting on April 14, 2025. On-Line Link: Draft Minutes for April 14, 2025 The minutes from the meeting April 14, 2025, were approved on Vice Chair Melissa Hawthorne, Board member Jeffery Bowen second, on 9-0 Vote. PUBLIC HEARINGS Discussion and action on the following cases. Item03 C15-2024-0031 Withdrawn by applicant New Sign case(s): 2. C16-2025-0003 Colton Gohlke for Ascension Seton-Maria Vinhais 4900 Mueller Boulevard On-Line Link: ITEM02 ADV PACKET PART1, PART2, PART3; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-130 (Commercial Sign District Regulations) (B) to allow from one (1) freestanding sign (maximum allowed), to adding an additional nine (9) freestanding signs [total of eleven (11)] (requesting) in order to erect free-standing sign(s) for Ascension Dell Children’s Medical Center in a “PUD”, Commercial Sign District. Note: 25-10-130 - COMMERCIAL SIGN DISTRICT REGULATIONS. (A) This section applies to a commercial sign district. (B) One freestanding sign is permitted on a lot. Additional freestanding signs may be permitted under Section 25-10- 131 (Additional Freestanding Signs Permitted). (C) A roof sign may be permitted instead of a freestanding sign under Section 25-10-132 (Roof Sign Instead of Freestanding Sign). (D) Wall signs are permitted. (E) One flag for each curb cut is permitted. (F) This subsection prescribes the maximum sign area. (1) For signs other than freestanding signs, the total sign area for a lot may not exceed 20 percent of the facade area of the first 15 feet of the building. (2) For a freestanding sign, the sign area may …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet Item 02 DATE: Monday April 14, 2025 CASE NUMBER: C15-2025-0007 ___Y____Thomas Ates (D1) ___Y____Bianca A Medina-Leal (D2) ___Y____Jessica Cohen (D3) ___Y____Yung-ju Kim (D4) ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne (D5) ___Y____Niccolo A Sacco (D6) ___Y____Sameer S Birring (D7) ___Y____Margaret Shahrestani (D8) ___Y____Brian Poteet (D9) ___Y____Michael Von Ohlen (D10) ___Y____Jeffery L Bowen (M) ___-____Corry L Archer-mcclellan (Alternate) (M) ___-____Suzanne Valentine (Alternate) (M) ___-____VACANT (Alternate) (M) APPLICANT: Jay Hargrave OWNER: Hans Vaziri ADDRESS: 601 KINNEY AVE VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations (Maximum Height Requirements) & Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2, Development Standards Section 3.4.1 (Height) to increase the height on a flat roof from 32 feet (maximum allowed) to 42 feet (requested), in order to complete a remodel/addition to attach a bedroom to an existing single- family residence in an “SF-3”, Single-Family zoning district. NOTE: LDC 25-2 Land Development, Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2: - Development Standards, Section 3.4.1 – Height. Height shall be measured vertically from the average of the highest and lowest grades adjacent to the building to: A. For a flat roof, the highest point of the coping; B. For a mansard roof, the deck line; C. For a pitched or hip roof, the gabled roof or dormer with the highest average height; or D. For other roof styles, the highest point of the building. ITEM02/1 BOARD’S DECISION: April 14, 2024 Vice-Chair Melissa Hawthorne motion to Postpone to June 9, 2025; Board member Michael Von Ohlen second on 11-0 votes; POSTPONED TO JUNE 9, 2025. FINDING: 1. The Zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: 2. (a) The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: (b) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: 3. The variance will not alter the character of the area adjacent to the property, will not impair the use of adjacent conforming property, and will not impair the purpose of the regulations of the zoning district in which the property is located because: Elaine Ramirez Executive Liaison Jessica Cohen Madam Chair Diana Ramirez forITEM02/2 BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2025-0007 BOA DATE: Monday, April 14th, 2025 ADDRESS: 601 Kinney Ave OWNER: Hans Vaziri COUNCIL DISTRICT: 9 AGENT: Jay Hargrave …
Hi there Elaine, I have reviewed the details for Case Number C15-2025-0007 and I have some significant concerns about this work. This is my first time interacting with this sort of process, so please let me know what can help me make my case that this work should not be permitted. I believe that the Area Character will be significantly negatively impacted as the proposed extension will loom over our property and remove the natural beauty of the green barrier that is currently there; to that end I believe the Application for Variance has been completed in bad faith and is not honest in its suggestion that the work will be minimally visible from adjacent properties. Below I provide more details on my concern: I, Parham Michael Ossareh, have lived in Unit #24 of 1529 Barton Springs Road (highlighted in green below) since February 2015. My home is immediately down the canyon from the proposed work at 601 Kinney Ave (highlighted in red below). The proposed extension (orange below) will remove the natural green barrier which provides privacy between our properties. If this work is completed it'll result in a very important part of the appeal and value of my property being diminished significantly. It will also impact my neighbor, Thomas Stevenson, who lives at Unit 23. This natural barrier is also home to foxes and many birds which provide us joy and provide immense emotional value. ITEM02/30 Here is a photo from our backyard of the green barrier, this work will result in completely destroying that and we'll be left looking at the underside of the proposed extension; I have highlighted the proposed extension area in orange. I also have significant concerns that the work will result in changed water run off which will impact the foundations of our existing buildings. 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I own and live in the Villas of Lost Canyon and this construction will greatly affect our homes. We are most concerned about erosion, drainage, and additional flooding …
BOA GENERAL REVIEW COVERSHEET CASE: C15-2025-0019 BOA DATE: Monday, June 9th, 2025 ADDRESS: 7211 Ridge Oak Rd OWNER: Rafael & Kathryn Reyes COUNCIL DISTRICT: 8 AGENT: N/A ZONING: SF-2-CO-NP (West Oak Hill) LEGAL DESCRIPTION: LOT 19 BLK A WOODS OF LEGEND OAKS SEC 1 VARIANCE REQUEST: increase the fence height from six (6) feet (maximum allowed) to eight feet four inches (8’4”) feet (requested). SUMMARY: erect a maximum fence of up to 8 ft 4 inches along both interior side property lines and rear property line. ISSUES: topography ZONING LAND USES Site North South East West SF-2-CO-NP SF-2-CO-NP SF-2-CO-NP SF-2-CO-NP SF-2-CO-NP Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family Single-Family NEIGHBORHOOD ORGANIZATIONS: Austin Independent School District Circle C Neighborhood Assn. Covered Bridge Property Owners Association, Inc. Estates of Loma Vista HOA Friends of Austin Neighborhoods Oak Hill Association of Neighborhoods (OHAN) Oak Hill Neighborhood Plan – COA Liaison Oak Hill Neighborhood Plan Contact Team Oak Hill Trails Association Save Barton Creek Association Save Our Springs Alliance TNR BCP – Travis County Natural Resources Woods of Legend Oaks ITEM03/1 May 21, 2025 Kathryn Reyes 7211 Ridge Oak Rd Austin TX, 78749 Property Description: LOT 19 BLK A WOODS OF LEGEND OAKS SEC 1 Re: C15-2025-0019 Dear Kathryn, Austin Energy (AE) has reviewed your application for the above referenced property, requesting that the Board of Adjustment consider a variance request from LDC Section 25-2-899 at 7211 Ridge Oak Road. that any proposed or Austin Energy does not oppose existing improvements follow Austin Energy’s Clearance & Safety Criteria, the National Electric Safety Code, and OSHA requirements. Any removal or relocation of existing facilities will be at the owner’s/applicant’s expense. the request, provided Please use this link to be advised of our clearance and safety requirements which are additional conditions of the above review action: https://library.municode.com/tx/austin/codes/utilities_criteria_manual?nodeId=S1AUENDECR_1 .10.0CLSARE If you require further information or have any questions regarding the above comments, please contact our office. Thank you for contacting Austin Energy. Rosemary Avila, Planning Officer Infrastructure Services | Austin Energy 4815 Mueller Blvd Austin, TX 78723 (512) 972-8488 Rosemary.avilla@austinenergy.com ITEM03/2 ITEM03/3 Portion of the City of Austin Land Development Code applicant is seeking a variance from: Section 25-2-899 Fences as Accessory Uses from the 6’ (required) to fence height of no more ____________________________________________________________________________ than 8 feet 4 inches along property fence line. ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ (cid:21)(cid:28)(cid:26)(cid:42)(cid:31)(cid:37)(cid:36) (cid:6)(cid:11) (cid:23)(cid:24)(cid:40)(cid:31)(cid:24)(cid:36)(cid:26)(cid:28) (cid:15)(cid:31)(cid:36)(cid:27)(cid:31)(cid:36)(cid:30)(cid:41) The Board must determine the existence of, sufficiency of, and …
BOA Monthly Report July 2024-June 2025 MAY 12, 2025 Granted 9 1. 25-10-130 (Commercial Sign District Regulations) (B) to allow from one (1) freestanding sign (maximum allowed), to adding additional freestanding signs 2. 25-6-471 (Off-Stret Parking) (B) to reduce the minimum on-site accessible space and 25-6-474 (Parking Facilities for Persons with Disabilities) (B) to reduce the minimum on-site accessible space. 3. Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 3: - Definitions and Measurement, Section 3.3 (Gross Floor Area), 3.3.3 (B) to exclude a habitable portion of a building that is below grade if the habitable portion does not extend beyond the first story footprint 4. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the front yard setback 5. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from: Lot size requirements from 10 acres and Lot width to decrease 6. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from: setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback and impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. 7. 25-2-899 (Fences as Accessory Uses) to increase the height 8. #20050818-064, PART 7 (Residential District) (4) from: lot size requirements to decrease the minimum lot size 9. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from impervious coverage requirements to increase I.C. Postponed 0 Withdrawn 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations): Height Requirements to increase the height, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback, Setback Requirements to decrease the minimum rear yard setback, Building Coverage to increase, Impervious Coverage to increase and 25-2- 832 (Private Schools) (1) a site must be located on a street that has a paved width. Denied 0 Discussion Items 2 MAY 2025 Interpretations 0 new inquiries (Added MAY12# 2025) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items Board members absent: (3) Thomas Ates, Niccolo A Sacco, Michael Von Ohlen (1 vacant alternate position) 27 23 2 4 24 April 14, 2025 Granted 1 1. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from lot width requirements to decrease: the front lot width and rear flag lot width Postponed 1 1. 25-2-492 Site Development Regulations (Maximum Height Requirements) & Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2, Development Standards Section 3.4.1 (Height) to increase the height on a flat roof Withdrawn 0 Denied 0 Discussion Items 1 April 2025 Interpretations 0 new inquiries (Added April 14# 2025) The deposition of the case items: Granted Postponed Withdrawn Denied Discussion Items Board members absent: none absent (1 vacant alternate position) …
Residential Review at the City of Austin June 9th, 2025 Building a Better Austin Together ITEM02/1-PRESENTATION TOPICS • What Residential Plan Review permits • Zoning Review • What can be built? • Red Flags • Expired Permits • Permit Requirements • Special Exemptions • Substandard Lots • Fences as Accessory Uses • Q&A Building a Better Austin Together 2 ITEM02/2-PRESENTATION Residential Overview We permit residential building types that fall under the International Residential Code (IRC) and their accessory structures. a. b. c. d. e. f. One- and two-family dwelling units no more than (3) stories above grade Triplexes Townhouses that are no more than (3) stories above grade and don’t have overlapping units Pools Garages & carports New Construction, Additions, Interior Remodels, Garage Conversion, Patio Enclosure, Fences Building a Better Austin Together 3 ITEM02/3-PRESENTATION Zoning Review 1. Zoning a. Common classifications i. ii. iii. iv. v. LA RR DR SF-1, SF-2, SF-3, SF-4A, SF- 5, SF-6 MF b. (+/- 60) neighborhood plans c. (6) NCCD’s d. Conditional Overlays e. Subchapter F f. PUDs g. Driveway & Sidewalk h. Parking i. Use i. ii. Single family Two Unit, Duplex, Three- Unit Accessory Uses iii. Building a Better Austin Together 4 ITEM02/4-PRESENTATION What can be built? • Depends on the zoning classification and the existing conditions – Refer to LDC 25-2-491 and 25-2-492 Building Coverage Impervious Coverage Setbacks Building Height a. b. c. d. e. Minimum Lot Size (length/width) f. g. Floor to Area Ratio (FAR – Subchapter F) Number of dwelling units • How to find a property’s • zoning: http://www.austintexas.gov/gis/pro pertyprofile/ Building a Better Austin Together 5 ITEM02/5-PRESENTATION Red Flags Unpermitted work needs to be permitted and is to be included with the proposed scope of work. Converted garage 1. 2. Windows &/or the interior does not match the age of the house Changes in building lines/additions 3. 4. No permit found Building a Better Austin Together 6 ITEM02/6-PRESENTATION Expired Permits • • • • If solely a remodel or stand alone trade permit before March 2007, the permits can be voided Can be reactivated if they have not been reactivated in the past If previously received a reactivation, a review of the project will need to be conducted before reactivation Age of permit might qualify for a life safety inspection once reactivated Building a Better Austin Together 7 ITEM02/7-PRESENTATION PERMIT REQUIREMENTS Expired Permits • • Work done w/o permit …
Environmental Considerations for Austin’s Lakes Presented to: Board of Adjustment June 9, 2025 John Clement Environmental Conservation Program Manager ITEM03/1-PRESENTATION LAKE AUSTIN - Finding the Balance • Drinking Water • Residential • Commercial • Boating/Marina • Parkland • Fishing • Passive Recreation ITEM03/2-PRESENTATION Environmental Issues Zebra Mussels Bank Erosion Shoreline Erosion Poor Shoreline Habitat Non-Complying Structures Compliance/Work Without Permits Wave Impacts ITEM03/3-PRESENTATION Riparian Zone Functions A robust shoreline vegetative community improves water quality, prevents erosion, and aids in flood control. Trees & deep-rooted plants prevent erosion. Dense shoreline development degrades shoreline health. ITEM03/4-PRESENTATION Poor Riparian Function VS Good Riparian Function Poor Functioning Well Functioning ITEM03/5-PRESENTATION Costs of Degraded Water Quality ▪ Water treatment costs due to suspended sediment ▪ Algae proliferations ▪ Poor fishery ▪ Lowered Austin Lake Index scores in ▪ Habitat ▪ Invertebrates ▪ Vegetation ITEM03/6-PRESENTATION Environmental Review • Site plan & Subdivision compliance with LDC 25-8 Subchapter A • Boat docks/shoreline modifications/shoreline access require site plans • DSD environmental review staff • CWQZ compliance • Erosion controls • Restoration • Cut/Fill • WPD environmental review staff • CEF setbacks • Bulkheads • Dredging • Land capture/fill in the lake • Floodplain modifications & restoration (riparian functioning) ITEM03/7-PRESENTATION § 25-8-261(C) – Critical Water Quality Zone CWQZ on all lakes: - The CWQZ is a buffer that restricts the type and intensity of development near waterways - 75’ from shoreline (492.8 msl) for single family - 100’ for all other uses Trams Stairs Gangways ITEM03/8-PRESENTATION § 25-8-261(C) – Critical Water Quality Zone Unpermitted fill in lake (1) A dock, bulkhead or marina, and necessary access and appurtenances, are permitted in a critical water quality zone subject to compliance with Chapter 25-2, Subchapter C, Article 12 (Docks, Bulkheads, and Shoreline Access). (2) A retaining wall, bulkhead, or other erosion protection device may not capture or recapture land from a lake unless doing so is required to restore the shoreline to whichever of the following boundaries would encroach the least into the lake: (1) the shoreline as it existed 10 years prior to the date of application, with documentation as prescribed by the Environmental Criteria Manual; or (2) the lakeside boundary of the subdivided lot line. (3) A bulkhead may be replaced in front of an existing bulkhead once, if: (1) the existing bulkhead was legally constructed; and (2) construction of the replacement bulkhead does not change the location of the …
COMPATIBILITY • What it is and how it works • Christine Barton-Holmes, CNUa, LEED AP • Program Manager, Land Use Review, Development Services Department ITEM04/1-PRESENTATION Compatibility is found in Chapters 25.2 and 25.8 of the Land Development Code One t0 three dwelling units, zoned SF-5 or more restrictive, trigger compatibility Compatibility requirements are stricter than base zoning Compatibility affects setbacks, height, lighting, noise, and building materials What is Compatibility? ITEM04/2-PRESENTATION How does Compatibility work? • Setbacks and height are required to be stepped back from residential uses. • The intent is to limit commercial uses’ impact on neighboring residences • Typical setback requirements are 25 feet from abutting residential, or 15’ if the site is less than 75’ wide • Height is limited to 40’ less than 50’ away from a triggering property; 60’ between 50’ and 75’ away; and base zoning limits beyond 75’ ITEM04/3-PRESENTATION Property Line Compatibility Setbacks • The Compatibility Buffer has two parts. • The 10’ wide Screening Zone adjoins the triggering property • The 15’ Restricted Zone begins at the edge of the Screening Zone, for a total setback of 25’. • Setbacks may be less depending on the size of the site but will always have a Screening Zone. • No vertical structures may be built in either Zone ITEM04/4-PRESENTATION WHAT’S ALLOWED IN THE SETBACK? SCREENING ZONE RESTRICTED ZONE • Landscaping • Fences/walls/berms • Landscaping • Fences/walls/berms • Paths/walkways/public use trails • Surface parking, driveways, alleys • Utility infrastructure if necessary • Utility infrastructure • Private open space • Refuse receptacles (screened) • Bike racks, benches, water features • Windowsills, bay windows, balconies etc. by no more than two feet • Private open space • Bike racks, benches, water features ITEM04/5-PRESENTATION WHAT DOES COMPATIBILITY LOOK LIKE? ITEM04/6-PRESENTATION WHAT DOES COMPATIBILITY LOOK LIKE? ITEM04/7-PRESENTATION
Site Plan Review for Boat Docks ITEM05/1-PRESENTATION What Site Plan reviews… • Site information - Zoning and use - Plat - Size of the lot • Setbacks - 10’ from adjacent property line - 75’ or 25’ if platted prior to April 22, 1982 or lot less than 200’ deep. • Proposal Types - bulkhead, retaining wall, dock, non-mechanized pedestrian access facility, or marina. ITEM05/2-PRESENTATION Structure Information • Square footage - A maximum of 1,200 sq. ft. • Dock height – 30 ft. • Extension into the lake – 30 ft. • Navigational safety light at furthest extension • Maximum of 20% of the shoreline in width • Allowed up to 2 motorboats • Must be at least 66% open on all sides. • Allowed 48 sq. ft. of storage space. • Cluster docks allowed 600 sq. ft. for each unit ITEM05/3-PRESENTATION Non-complying Structures • Removal of no more than 50% of walls and supporting structures • Replacement or repair of structural elements including framing. • Damaged or destroyed non-complying docks may be restored to its original footprint within 12 months - Evidence of original footprint - Insurance claim for structure ITEM05/4-PRESENTATION Thank You! Clarissa Davis Clarissa.Davis@austintexas.gov (512)974-1423 ITEM05/5-PRESENTATION
REGULAR MEETING of the AUSTIN-TRAVIS COUNTY FOOD POLICY BOARD MONDAY, JUNE 9, 2025, 6:00 PM CITY OF AUSTIN PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Austin Travis County Food Policy Board 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 Amanda Rohlich, 512-974-1364, Amanda.Rohlich@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Andrea Abel Lisa Barden, Vice-Chair Marissa Bell Mark Bethell Joi Chevalier, Chair Beth Corbett CALL TO ORDER Board member roll call. Nitza Cuevas Hilda Gutierrez Kacey Hanson Natalie Poulos Matt Simon Andrew Smith AGENDA 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. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board Regular Meeting from Monday, May 12, 2025. STAFF BRIEFING 2. Briefing on Austin-Travis County Food Plan Implementation, Edwin Marty, Food Policy Manager at City of Austin and Yaira Robinson, Assistant Director of Environmental Programs at Travis County DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Discuss Agriculture Valuations, Ian Dill Graduate Student at UT LBJ School of Public Affairs Discuss Board Member Advocacy Efforts Annual Internal Review Reminder Board discussion of Strategic Planning for next fiscal year Review Board Member Assignments FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Discussion and scheduling of future agenda items. ADJOURNMENT The City of Austin is committed to compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. Reasonable modifications and equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Meeting locations are planned with wheelchair access. If requiring Sign Language Interpreters or alternative formats, please give notice at least 2 days (48 hours) before the meeting date. Please call Amanda Rohlich at Office of Sustainability, at 512-974-1364, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Austin-Travis County Food Policy Board, please contact Amanda Rohlich at Office of Sustainability, at 512-974-1364.
