Landscape Transformation Activities Resource Management Commission | June 18, 2024 Kevin Critendon P.E., Assistant Director, Environmental, Planning & Development Ser vices Christopher Charles, Water Conser vation Coordinator Why New Water Conservation Measures? Lakes are 50% full Highland Lakes inflow • 2022 - record low • 2023 – 4th lowest El Niño will shift to La Niña Drought Stage 2 restrictions Per-person use has declined but plateaued 2 Landscape Transformation Strategy From traditional landscaping to plants with reduced water needs New single-family residential Potential limits on turf and irrigation Savings goal of 2,490 AF (811 MG) by 2040 3 Public Engagement & Input Public and stakeholder meetings • February, May, June, & November 2022 • August 2023 Smaller stakeholder group meetings Speak Up Austin! page • 2 surveys (256 and 303 responses) • Majority of local responses favored regulating landscape transformation 4 Internal City Stakeholders Watershed Protection Department (WPD) Development Services Department (DSD) Austin Energy (AE) – Green Building Office of Sustainability Equity Office Planning and Housing Department Wildlife Austin (PARD) Austin Fire Department – (Wildland-Urban Interface) 5 Stakeholder Meetings Home Builders Association of Greater Austin (HBA) • Concern about project delays Central Texas Professional Irrigation Association - • Supported increased enforcement • Supported high-efficiency irrigation system components Association of Professional Landscape Architects (CTPIA) (ASLA) Texas Nursery and Landscape Assoc. 6 (TNLA – Region 8) Additional Meetings Other utilities in Texas • New Braunfels • City of Frisco • Model homes with 50% turf reduction • Post-installation inspections (within 1-2 days) • Irrigation check-up • Georgetown • Residential landscape ordinance 7 Steps to Transform Landscapes Build with savings Set customers up for success Encourage alternative water 8 Build with Savings Enhanced Soil Inspections • A minimum of 6 inches of topsoil • Topsoil mix composed of 20% compost • Estimated Water Savings: 10% reduction 9 Required residential plant list • Apply commercial plant requirements to residential • Grow Green Plant Guide as a model Build with Savings Limit irrigation area • Up to 50% of landscape area; front yard or back • Estimated Water Savings: 35% annually per home 10 Set Customers Up for Success Est. Water Savings Potential Cost 22% savings $543 plus labor 10% savings Austin Water inspection 5% savings Austin …
A review of Austin Energy solar & battery deployment policies, with improvements identified Part 2: The AE solar rebate and Inspection D. SASARIDIS 18 JUNE 2024 AE Solar Rebate Australia enjoys fully installed solar, on homes, at 1/3 the cost of the USA. Why? Deployment “friction”, reverse incentives, & regional rule variation High Costs Complicated installations Low volume, high profit business model, targeting rich customers Inadequate competition among installers AE Solar Rebate - $2500 Fixed (single family), $ 0.60 / W (multi family) Source: https://austinenergy.com/-/media/project/websites/austinenergy/green-power/res-solar-pv-guidelines.pdf RequirementsProblem with RequirementCustomers must pass and take a quiz about solarUseless friction. Customers don't need to memorize / deeply understand solar, they need a few key pieces of information available for reference.Systems must be 3 kW or larger for single family home residentialNo issue with this, for a fixed rebate.Total solar resource fraction (TSRF) must be 75% for entire system. TSRF = how much sun the panels get, all things considered (shade, angle).Key problem - a 10 kW system with 74% TSRF would receive no rebate, and this has more value than a 3 kW system at 75% TSRF.Customer forfeits renewable energy credits generated by systemThis takes advantage of customers ignorance - no reason that a small rebate should entitle AE to all future value generated by REC's.Systems over 110% of historical usage need an exceptionCounterproductive . Having a larger than historical system might mean simply planning for an EV or heat pump, and building your solar to support that.Roof penetrations must be flashed, or a pre-approved typeUseless friction. AE is not a test lab and is not qualified to require this- there are UL standards all solar panel mounting systems.Must be approved by AEIdentify subcontractors to AEBe able to provide a shade reportMarginally useful, but still friction.Provide 10-year warrantyHaving 10-year warranty provides customers with false sense of security and requires contractors to hold those costs on their books. Massive barrier to competition! Contractors can compete on warranty as well as price, for customers. ContractorSystemContractor friction decreases competition among contractors. AE Solar Rebate – an alternative strategy Solution Rewrite solar rebate rules, eliminating all non-value add rules, particularly: • Remove the requirement to take a quiz. Instead, provide customers with up-to-date quick reference guide for useful facts ($/W, system types, tradeoffs), and detailed example quotes. • Change the requirements for whole system at 75% TSRF to minimum 3 kW at 75% TSRF. • Give REC …
REGULAR MEETING of the ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION JUNE 18, 2024 at 6:00 p.m. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1401/1402 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DR. AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission 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 Eric Anderson at (512) 974-2562 or eric.anderson@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMISSIONERS: Hanna Huang, Chair Sarah Chen Satyajeet Dodia Pierre Nguyen Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan Seonhye “Sonny” Sin Kuo Yang CALL TO ORDER Padmini Jambulapati, Vice Chair Sarah Xiyi Chen Hailey Easley Sabrina Sha Nayer Sikder Luan Tran AGENDA PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first ten 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 Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Regular Meeting on May 21, 2024. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Presentation by Amanda Rohlich, Food Policy Advisor, Office of Sustainability on the City of Austin Food Plan. Presentation by the City Communications & Public Information Office on the We All Belong Anti-Hate Education and Outreach Initiative. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission’s July and August meeting dates and potential cancellation of a meeting. Discussion of holding an in-person future Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission meeting at the Asian American Resource Center. Discussion of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission 2023 Annual Report and Internal Review, including the Commission’s goals and objectives for the next year. Discussion of new City Manager T.C. Broadnax meeting with Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) community leaders. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 8. 9. Approve changes to the membership of the Food Security working group. Approve changes to the membership of the Asian American Resource Center working group. Approve changes to the membership of the Budget working group. 10. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 11. Update from the Asian American Resource Center Working Group regarding staffing at the Center and building updates. FUTURE AGENDA …
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, June 18, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Board and Commissions Room, Room 1101 301 W. Second Street, Austin, TX. Some members of the Zoning and Platting Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Hank Smith – Chair (District 8) Betsy Greenberg – Vice-Chair (District 6) Carrie Thompson – Secretary (District 10) Alejandra Flores – Parliamentarian(District 5) Scott Boone (District 1) David Fouts (District 2) Lonny Stern (District 3) Ryan Puzycki (District 7) Carrie Thompson – Secretary (District 10) District 4 -Vacant District 9 -Vacant EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Zoning & Platting Commission will announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, pursuant to Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, to receive advice from Legal Counsel on matters specifically listed on this agenda. The commission may not conduct a closed meeting without the approval of the city attorney. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 PUBLIC COMMUNICATION The first four (4) speakers signed up prior to the speaker registration deadline will each be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTUES 1. Approval of minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission regular meeting on June 4, 2024. Executive Liaison: Joi Harden, 512-974-1617 Commission Liaison: Nicole Corona, 512-974-3146 Attorney: AJ Urteaga, 512-974-2386 PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2024-0014 - 15328 FM 1825 Road; District 7 15328 FM 1825 Road, Harris Branch 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: De Souza Investments LLC (Aline De Souza) Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: I-SF-2 to GR Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department C14-2024-0068 - We Are Blood; District 10 4303 Marathon Boulevard, Waller Creek 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: We Are Blood (Arlin Hall, CFO) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Winstead PC (Micah King) SF-3 to GO-MU Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department C14-2023-0140 - Northeast Service Center; District 1 8301 & 8001 1/2 Johnny Morris Road, Decker Creek and Walnut Creek 4. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: City of Austin Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Christopher Mills Financial Services (Christopher Mills) I-RR to P Recommended Beverly Villela, 512-978-0740, beverly.villela@austintexas.gov Planning Department 5. Rezoning: C14-2024-0076 - Allandale Car Wash Redevelopment DB90 Rezoning; District 7 7320 Burnet Road, Shoal Creek Location: Owner/Applicant: Seamless GCW, GP, Ltd. (Joe Warnock) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: …
Special Called Meeting of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee June 18, 2024, at 12:00 p.m. Permitting and Development Center (PDC) – Room #2103 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee may be participating in the video conference. 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 at 512-974-7288 or email Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov. Jordan Feldman, the board call or register, liaison, CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS Claire Hempel (Chair) Alejandra Flores (Vice-Chair) Greg Anderson Awais Azhar Betsy Greenberg Felicity Maxwell Lonny Stern CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Speakers signed up prior to commencement of the meeting will be allowed to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the April 1, 2024, meeting minutes. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. C20-2024-011 Density Bonus 90 Revisions. Discussion and possible action to amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development) to revise uses, site development regulations, density bonus requirements, and compatibility standards applicable in density bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. City Staff: Paul Books, Planning Department, (512) 974-3173, Paul.Books@austintexas.gov. 3. Officer Elections. Discussion and action to elect Chair and Vice Chair. DISCUSSION ITEMS 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 before the meeting date. Please call Jordan Feldman at 512-974-7228 or Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov, for additional information; the City receives and accepts Video Relay Service (VRS) calls from people who are Deaf or hard-of-hearing. For more information on the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee, please contact Jordan Feldman at 512-974-7228 or Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov 2
Special Called Meeting of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee April 1, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. Permitting and Development Center (PDC) – Room #2103 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive Austin, TX 78752 Some members of the Codes and Ordinances Joint Committee may be participating in the video conference. 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 at 512-974-7288 or email Jordan.Feldman@austintexas.gov. Jordan Feldman, the board call or register, liaison, CITY STAFF IN ATTENDANCE Jordan Feldman Erica Leak Paul Books Chad Sharrard Matt Hollon Liz Johnston Brent Lloyd Lyndi Garwood MEMBERS IN ATTENDANCE Claire Hempel (Chair) Alejandra Flores (Vice-Chair) Greg Anderson Awais Azhar Betsy Greenberg Lonny Stern MEMBERS ABSENT Felicity Maxwell CALL TO ORDER Call to Order by Vice Chair Flores at 6:00 pm. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL No public communication. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approval of the March 20, 2024, meeting minutes. On a motion by Chair Hempel seconded by Commissioner Azhar, the minutes from the March 20, 2024, meeting were approved unanimously (6-0) with Commissioner Maxwell absent. 1 DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 2. C20-2022-003 South Central Waterfront Combining District and Density Bonus Program. Discussion and possible action to recommend amendments to City Code Title 25 to create a new zoning district and modify related site development regulations and compatibility standards; and create a new zoning district for density bonus that includes granting additional floor-to-area ratio in exchange for providing community benefits; and to establish boundaries for the new zoning districts located in the vicinity commonly known as the South Central Waterfront. City Staff: Erica Leak, Planning Department, (512) 974-9375, Erica.Leak@austintexas.gov. Erica Leak presented. Chair Hempel moved to forward the staff recommendation to the Planning Commission. Commissioner Azhar seconded. Commissioner Azhar moved to consider an amendment to expand affordable housing spending area to Ben E. White next to transit. Commissioner Anderson seconded. The amendment passed unanimously with Commissioner Maxwell absent. Commissioner Azhar moved to consider an amendment to expand Subdistrict 5 between S. First and S. Congress Avenue to the southern edge along Bouldin Creek. Commissioner Anderson seconded. The Amendment passed on a 5-1 vote with Commissioner Greenberg against and Commissioner Maxwell absent. Commissioner Greenberg moved to consider …
C20-2024-011: DB90 Revisions Paul Books, Senior Planner Joi Harden, AICP, Zoning Officer Background 2023 2024 2022 City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20220609-080, creating a second tier of the VMU program, referred to as VMU2, which allowed for increased height in exchange for increased community benefits. City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20221201-055, creating an incentive program that allows residential uses in commercial zoning districts, referred to as Residential in Commercial, which allowed for the construction of residential uses in exchange for increased community benefits. Ordinance No. 20220609-080, Ordinance No. 20221201-055, and Ordinance No. 20221201-056 were invalidated. City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20240229-073, which created the Density Bonus 90 (DB-90) combining district and density bonus program with requirements and incentives mirroring VMU 2 provisions. 2 DB90 Requirements and Incentives Affordability – Rental: – 10% of units set-aside affordable to 50% Median Family Income (MFI); OR – 12% of units set-aside affordable to 60% MFI – Ownership: – 12% of units set-aside affordable to 80% MFI i. Requirements for ownership units may be satisfied by a fee in-lieu of on-site units Mix of Uses – Requirements for pedestrian-oriented commercial uses – Floors beyond the second must be residential Site Development Standards – Exemptions from standards include the following: – Minimum site area requirements – Maximum floor area ratio – Maximum building coverage – Minimum street side yard setback and interior yard setback – Minimum front yard setback – Article 10 Compatibility Standards Subchapter C Height – 30 ft in additional height from the base zone up to a maximum of 90 ft 3 DB90 Process Owners of eligible properties must request a rezoning to add DB90 – Requires a Commission recommendation and Council action – Notice of the rezoning will be provided pursuant to 25-1-132, which includes utility account holders and property owners located within 500 feet of the subject property – Property owners within 200 feet can protest the rezoning Eligible Districts: • Commercial Liquor Sales (CS-1) • General Commercial Services (CS) • Community Commercial (GR) • Neighborhood Commercial (LR) • General Office (GO) • Limited Office (LO) 4 DB90 Combining District Example Zoning String: CS-MU-DB90-CO-NP Base Zoning Districts Base Zones Description Base Max Height Max Height with Bonus Impervious Cover CS (CS-1) Commercial Services GR LO LR GO Community Commercial Limited Office Neighborhood Commercial General Office 60ft 60ft 40ft 40ft 60ft 90ft 90ft 70ft 70ft …
ORDINANCE AMENDMENT REVIEW SHEET Amendment: C20-2024-011 Density Bonus 90 Revisions Amend City Code Title 25 (Land Development) to revise uses, site development regulations, density bonus requirements, and compatibility standards applicable in density bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. Description: Background: In 2021, amendments to the City’s Vertical Mixed Use (VMU) Overlay, including the creation of a second-tier bonus program known as VMU2, were initiated through City Council Resolution No. 20211118-052. The resolution directed staff to process code amendments to allow for an additional 30’ in height beyond the base zone standards for developments participating in the new tier of the density bonus program and proposed affordability requirements for such developments. In June of 2022, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20220609-080, implementing the code amendments initiated through the 2021 Council resolution. However, in December 2023, Ordinance No. 20220609-080, Ordinance No. 20221201-056, and Ordinance No. 20221201-055 were invalidated. In February 2024, City Council adopted Ordinance No. 20240229-073, which created the Density Bonus 90 (DB90) combining district. This new district is similar to the provisions in VMU2 and is available citywide through the rezoning process. Summary of Proposed Code Amendment: The proposed amendment to §25-2-652 would do the following: - Amend the commercial ground floor requirement to match VMU standards, requiring 75% of the ground floor along the principal street to be designed for commercial use - Add the allowed commercial uses from VMU for office base zoning districts - Align compatibility screening requirements with amendments to citywide policy made by Council at through Ordinance 20240516-004 - Clarify that §25-2-652(B) only allows less restrictive site development standards to be overridden, not all standards Proposed Text Amendment(s): Available prior to the Planning Commission public hearing. Staff Recommendation: Recommended Staff supports the proposed amendments, which aim to increase participation in the density bonus program and align its regulations with citywide standards. The modification to commercial ground floor requirements will ensure that developments under the DB90 program resemble existing VMU developments, enabling staff to review these applications consistently, and facilitating a streamlined approval process. Further, an analysis of recent VMU developments revealed that the program's requirements result in only 8% to 15% of the ground floor square footage being allocated to commercial use, which is significantly below the 75% requirement under DB90. Allowing for additional commercial uses within office base zoning districts will enable true mixed-use developments that provide a variety of goods and services within a …
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES May 21, 2024 The Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission convened in a Regular meeting on May 21, 2024, at 301 W. 2nd St. in Austin, Texas. Chair Huang called the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission Meeting to order at 6:04 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Hanna Huang, Chair Padmini Jambulapati, Vice Chair Kuo Yang Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Sarah Chen Sarah Xiyi Chen Satyajeet Dodia Hailey Easley Pierre Nguyen Nayer Sikder Sonny Sin Luan Tran Commissioners Absent: Sabrina Sha Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1. Approve the minutes of the Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission meeting on April 19, 2024. None. 1 The minutes from the meeting of April 19, 2024, were approved on Commissioner Sin’s motion, Commissioner Chen’s second on an 11-0 vote. Commissioners Sha and Shakur Jamal-Hassan were absent. DISCUSSION ITEMS 2. Presentation regarding community needs and planning for use of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funding for housing and public services. (Chris Duran, Grants Program Manager, Housing Department). The presentation was made by Julie Smith, Community Engagement Specialist, Housing Department and James May, Housing and Community Development Officer, Housing Department. Discussion of Resolution No. 20240502-093 (A resolution directing the City Manager to create a City Poet Laureate program). Chair Huang provided an update. Discussion of a meeting with City of Austin Department leaders and the Equity Office related to approved Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission budget recommendations. Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati provided an update. WORKING GROUP/COMMITTEE UPDATES 5. 6. Update from the Food Security working group. Commissioner Sin and Vice Chair Jambulapati provided an update. Update from the Asian American Resource Center working group related to the outdoor pavilion. Chair Huang provided an update. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS An item to review the Commission’s July and August meeting dates was requested by Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati. An item to discuss holding an in-person Commission meeting at the Asian American Resource Center was requested by Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati. Items to update the membership of the Food Security working group and Asian American Resource Center working group were requested by Chair Huang and Vice Chair Jambulapati. 3. 4. 2 ADJOURNMENT Chair Huang adjourned the meeting at 7:28 p.m. without objection. The minutes were approved at the XX meeting on …
ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2024 The Zoning and Platting Commission convened in a regular meeting on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, at Austin City Hall, Board and Commissions Room, Room 1101, 301 W. 2nd Street, in Austin, Texas. Vice Chair Greenberg called the Zoning and Platting Commission Meeting to order at 6:01 p.m. Commissioners in Attendance: Betsy Greenberg Alejandra Flores Lonny Stern Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Scott Boone William D. Floyd Carrie Thompson Ryan Puzycki Commissioners Absent: Hank Smith David Fotus 2 vacancies on the dais. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL None. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 1 1. Approve the minutes of the Zoning and Platting Commission meeting on May 21, 2024. The minutes from the meeting of 05/21/2024 were approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Stern’s second on a 7-0 vote. Chair Smith and Commissioner Fotus were absent. PUBLIC HEARINGS C14-2023-0154 - Randy Road - Hyman; District 6 11401 Randy Road, Bull Creek Watershed 2. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: Eric and Laurie Hyman Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Land Answers, Inc. (Jim Whittliff) DR to SF-1-CO Recommended Sherri Sirwaitis, 512-974-3057, sherri.sirwaitis@austintexas.gov Planning Department The motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of SF-1-CO was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Stern’s second on a 7-0 vote. Chair Smith and Commissioner Fotus were absent. 3. Rezoning: Location: Owner/Applicant: 11708 Pearce Lane LLC (Caleb Landes) Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. (Jonathan Sosebee) DR to CS Recommended Nancy Estrada, 512-974-7617, nancy.estrada@austintexas.gov Planning Department C14-2024-0028 - 11708 Pearce Lane LLC; District 2 11708 Pearce Lane, Onion Creek The motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of CS was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, Commissioner Stern’s second on a 7-0 vote. Chair Smith and Commissioner Fotus were absent. 4. Environmental Variance: Location: Owner/Applicant: City of Austin Agent: Request: SP-2022-0531D - Walnut Creek - January Dr Flood Risk Reduction; District 1 11505 1/2 January Dr, Walnut Creek Capital Delivery Services, Claudia Corsetti The applicant is requesting a variance from LDC 25-8-281 to allow construction within a Seep/Spring Complex Critical Environmental Feature buffer for a drainage outfall. Recommended Meg Greenfield, 512-978-4663, meg.greenfield@austintexas.gov DSD Staff Rec.: Staff: The motion to grant Staff’s recommendation of a variance from LDC 25-8-281 to allow construction within a Seep/Spring Complex Critical Environmental Feature buffer for a drainage outfall was approved on the consent agenda on Commissioner Flores’ motion, …
Home Blown, LLC Dominic Longi, Manager 1004 W. 43rd Street Austin, TX 78756 Commissioners and Council Members c/o Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Planning Department The City of Austin Re: Letter of Support for the Rezoning of 4303 Marathon Blvd. (the “Property”) to GO-MU-CO; Case No. C14-2024-0068 Dear Commissioners and Council Members: I own property at 1004 W. 43rd Street, which is immediately adjacent to the south side of the Property. I am writing to express my support for rezoning the Property to GO-MU-CO with the following conditions: 1. Prohibit access via Marathon Blvd.; 2. Require a minimum 10-foot compatibility buffer on the west side of the Property; and 3. Match the LO permitted and conditional uses, except: (a) off-site accessory parking would be permitted; and (b) residential treatment would be prohibited. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Dino Longi John Rigdon 4302 Marathon Blvd., Unit 1 Austin, TX 78756 Commissioners and Council Members c/o Sherri Sirwaitis, Case Manager Planning Department The City of Austin Re: Letter of Support for the Rezoning of 4303 Marathon Blvd. (the “Property”) to GO-MU-CO; Case No. C14-2024-0068 Dear Commissioners and Council Members: I own and reside in the front house at 4302 Marathon Blvd., which is directly across the street to the west of the Property. I am writing to express my support for rezoning the Property to GO-MU- CO with the following conditions: 1. Prohibit access via Marathon Blvd.; 2. Require a minimum 10-foot compatibility buffer on the west side of the Property; and 3. Match the LO permitted and conditional uses, except: (a) off-site accessory parking would be permitted; and (b) residential treatment would be prohibited. In addition to these conditions, We Are Blood has committed to ongoing coordination with interested neighbors as it relates to the design of the compatibility buffer and parking lot. This is an important step to ensure continuity with the surrounding neighborhood. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, John Rigdon
From: To: Cc: Subject: Date: joer_tex@icloud.com Boudreaux, Marcelle Michael Whellan; Nathalie Frensley C14-2024-0076 Conditional Overlay Prohibited Uses Sunday, June 16, 2024 4:33:25 PM [You don't often get email from joer_tex@icloud.com. Learn why this is important at https://aka.ms/LearnAboutSenderIdentification ] External Email - Exercise Caution Marcelle, the Allandale Neighborhood Zoning Committee requests that some prohibited use be included in a Conditional Overlay for this item. These are from a list agreed by the applicant last October: - Kennel - Bail Bond Services - Adult-oriented Businesses - Outdoor Entertainment - Outdoor Sports & Recreation - Service Station (gas) - Custom Manufacturing - Maintenance & Service Facility Thank you for your consideration. Joseph Reynolds 2611 West 49th St Austin, Texas 78731 joer_tex@icloud.com 512-454-8880(h) 512-297-4841(c) CAUTION: This is an EXTERNAL email. Please use caution when clicking links or opening attachments. If you believe this to be a malicious or phishing email, please report it using the "Report Message" button in Outlook. For any additional questions or concerns, contact CSIRT at "cybersecurity@austintexas.gov".
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION 20240515-003 Date: May 15, 2024 Subject: 3 Men Movers Variances, SP-2023-0294C Motion by: Perry Bedford WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting: Second by: Haris Qureshi 1. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-301 to allow driveway construction on slopes greater than 2. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-302 to allow building and parking construction on slopes 15%; over 15%; 3. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-341 to allow cut up to 12 feet 4. Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill up to 15 feet. AND WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban Classification; and THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance request with the following conditions: Staff Conditions: 1. Terrace and vegetate steep slopes. 2. Provide enlarged parking lot islands (3) that are approximately 17 feet wide for improved tree growth. 3. Provide enhanced tree mitigation (5 additional trees). Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. Plant native plants and trees that are consistent with Blackland prairie species throughout the property, not just on terraces and slopes. 2. Retain as many existing native species trees as possible. 3. Have a tree maintenance plan to ensure that planted trees and vegetation can become established (minimum 5 year plan.) 4. Research the feasibility of adding solar power to the property where possible/practical. Vote: 8-0 For: Perry Bedford, Hanna Cofer, Peter Einhorn, Mariana Krueger, Colin Nickells, Haris Qureshi, Melinda Schiera, David Sullivan 1 of 2 Against: None Abstain: Richard Brimer Absent: Jennifer Bristol Attest: Perry Bedford, Environmental Commission Chair 2 of 2
OWNER INFORMATION INDEX OF DRAWINGS G1.0 G1.1 G3.0 D1.0 A0.0 A1.0 A2.0 A2.1 COVER SHEET PROJECT INFORMATION AND GENERAL NOTES SCHEDULES DEMOLITION PLANS SITE PLAN FLOOR PLANS EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS Rymer Residence 1205 W. 10th St. Austin, TX 78703 ARCHITECT: Norma Yancey, AIA SIDETRACKED STUDIO, PLLC 6521 Burnet Ln. Ste. 105 Austin, Texas 78703 phone: 870.219.6942 norma@sidetracked-studio.com Andrew Rymer 1205 W.10th St. Austin, TX 78703 LEGAL DESCRIPTION 41.86 X 99.33 FT AV OLT 4 DIVISION Z ZONING INFORMATION SF-3-NP SQUARE FOOTAGE INTERIOR REMODEL MAIN LEVEL: LOWER LEVEL: TOTAL IMPROVEMENTS: 1114 SF 977 SF 2091 SF Sidetracked Studio 6521 Burnet Ln. Ste.105 Austin, Texas 78757 870 219 6942 06.07.24 FIELD INSPECTION REQUIRED Prior to performing any bidding, new construction, and/or repairs, general contractor shall visit the site, inspect all existing conditions, and report any discrepancies to the architect. e c n e d s e R i r e m y R . t S h t 0 1 . W 5 0 2 1 3 0 7 8 7 X T , n i t s u A DATE ISSUED FOR 06.07.24 FOR PERMIT PROJECT NUMBER: 0000 COVER SHEET G1.0 GENERAL NOTES 1. THESE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS CONSIST OF ALL DOCUMENTS LISTED ON SHEET G1.0 AND THE INFORMATION ENCLOSED WITHIN. 13. CONTRACTOR TO COORDINATE STAGING AREA LOCATION AND ACCESS ROUTE WITH OWNER IN PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING. 2. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROTECTING ALL COMPLETED WORK. CONTRACTOR SHALL REPLACE AND/OR RESTORE ALL MATERIALS STORED OR INSTALLED ON THE SITE SUBJECT TO DAMAGE OR THEFT. 3. CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSTRUCTING THE PROJECT IN ACCORDANCE WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF ADOPTED CODES, LOCAL AMENDMENTS/RULES, AND STATE REGULATIONS. 4. CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY AND CORRELATE ALL DIMENSIONS ON THE JOB SITE. USE DIMENSIONS INDICATED. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. 5. ALL PROPOSALS SHALL TAKE INTO CONSIDERATION ALL SITE CONDITIONS AFFECTING WORK UNDER THIS CONTRACT. 6. IMMEDIATELY NOTIFY THE ARCHITECT OF ANY DISCREPANCIES IN THE DRAWINGS, OR ACTUAL JOB CONDITIONS WHICH WILL AFFECT THE EXECUTION OF THE WORK AS INTENDED. 7. CONTRACTOR SHALL SUPPLY ALL NECESSARY LABOR AND MATERIAL NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE WORK DESCRIBED HEREWITHIN. 8. PROVIDE FIRST AID AND FIRE PROTECTION AS REQUIRED BY OSHA. FIRE EXTINGUISHERS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH NFPA 10 AND LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT REQUIREMENTS. 9. CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, AND ELECTRICAL DIVISIONS WITH OTHER TRADES AFFECTING OR AFFECTED BY SAME. 10. ANY NECESSARY FIRE ALARM SYSTEM WORK SHALL BE …
A Food Plan for Austin-Travis County Asian American Quality of Life Advisory Commission June 18, 2024 Agenda ● Introductions ● What is a Food System? ● What is a Food Plan and why are we doing it? ● How did we create the Plan? ● Who participated in the Planning Process? ● Overview of Vision and Objectives ● Overview of the Goals and Strategies ● Next Steps 2 2 Some Food for Thought Food Production: Where our food comes from, including everything from farming to ranching Food Processing & Distribution: What happens to food from where it is grown to when it reaches your plate, including how food is moved and processed. Food Markets & Retails: Where food is sold, purchased, or provided cost-free. Food Consumption & Access: How we eat our food, who struggles to get enough food, and what impact our consumption has on our health. Post-Consumption & Food Waste: What happens to the parts of food we don’t eat and the impact of food waste on the environment. Food Justice: How systemic racism & colonization impact how the food system works — or doesn’t work — for each member of our community. 4 Creating a Food Plan What is a Food Plan & why do we need one? ● A Food Plan sets clear Goals and Strategies to move toward a more equitable, sustainable & resilient food system ● The Food Plan builds on several other initiatives made by the County, City, and communities to tackle key food system issues. ● The Food Plan centers equity and the lived expertise of those most impacted by the current food system 6 6 Background and Authority ● On June 2021, Austin City Council directed the City Manager to initiate a planning process ● Travis County Commissioners Court approved formal participation in the plan in fall 2022 Link to full resolution 7 7 Project Timeline Phase 0: Planning for the Plan Phase 1: Vision Development Phase 2: Goal & Strategy Development We are here Phase 3: Review and Ground truthing September 2021 - January 2023 March - August 2023 September 2023 - February 2024 February - Summer/Fall 2024 ● ● ● ● Building Community Awareness 📰 Release of State of the Food System Report 📚 Onboarding Planning Consultant⭐ Recruitment of Community Teams🚀 ● Website launch 📶 ● World Cafes ☕ ● ● ● ● Listening Sessions & Tabling at events …
Outreach and Education Initiative Overview Communications and Public Information Office What we will cover • BACKGROUND • OUTREACH DEVELOPMENT & DELIVERABLES • PROGRESS TO DATE • HOW YOU CAN HELP BACKGROUND Council Actions • Nov 2021- Resolution directs staff to develop recommendations to address hate crimes • Aug 2022- Budget Funding approved for outreach and education activities Hate Crime Report Data: An Early Warning Mission and messaging for meaningful change We All Belong Campaign Goals Increase awareness of tools and resources to report hate crimes and incidents. • Build community to counter anti - hate climate and culture . • • Inspire and empower Austinites to champion change Call to Action Content Optimized for Social Sharing Asking questions to gain actionable insights What we wa nt e d t o kno w: ● Ho w d o Aus t init e s fe e l o ve ra ll - s e ns e o f s a fe t y, t rus t in C it y/ C o m m unit y Re s p o ns e ? ● Ho w a re a c t s o f ha t e im p a c t ing ho w t he y fe e l in t he ir ne ig hb o rho o d s ? ● Wha t a re p e o p le p e rs o na lly e xp e rie nc ing ? ● Wha t is t he c o m m unit y le ve l o f a wa re ne s s a b o ut t o o ls a nd re s o urc e s t o re p o rt ha t e c rim e s a nd inc id e nt s ? Centralized Reporting Tools and Information Community Connections and Resources An intuitive and interactive data experience A Deeper Dive: Community Data Dashboard A Deeper Dive: Community Data Dashboard Activities and Outcomes A Party with a Purpose Community Pop-Up Events From Altit to Austin concert Lunar New Year Festival Texas Festivus Celebration Incomplete Stories Dance presentation Draupadi, a dance drama Brave Communities Connection: Tai Chi Central Texas Juneteenth Celebration Congolese Independence Day Celebration Congregation Beth Israel- CBI Strong Two Years Later Holi Storytelling Asian American Film Festival Khushfest-Austin’s Color Festival CelebrAsia Latino Health and Wellness Festival Preparedness …
