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20221116-005: Concordia Sports Complex SP-2022-0020C recommendation - REVISED — original pdf
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20221116-005 Seconded by: Perry Bedford Date: November 16, 2022 Subject: Concordia University Sports Complex, SP-2022-0020C Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the applicant is requesting to vary from Lake Austin Watershed Ordinance No. 840301-F Section 9-10-409(b) to allow cut exceeding four feet to fifteen feet and Section 9-10-409(a) to allow fill exceeding four feet up to twelve feet; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located in the Bull Creek, Water Supply Suburban Classification, Drinking Water Protection Zone; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the site is located within the Endangered Golden- cheeked Warbler Habitat; and WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes that Staff recommends these variances, with staff conditions, having determined the required Findings of Fact have been met. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the variance requests with the following: Staff Conditions: 1) The site shall be graded so that no developed surface runoff drains to the CEF to the east of the track and 2) COA 609S native seeding and planting shall be installed in any disturbed area adjacent to the track and field. field. 3) A one-acre tract shall be dedicated as a conservation easement with Travis County and the following Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. Work with city staff, Travis Audubon and Balcones Canyonlands Conservation Plan Citizen’s Advisory Committee to develop an outdoor lighting plan that includes the campus sports complexes, both existing and new. The lighting plan shall: a. Follow the International Dark Sky Association recommendations for Community-Friendly Outdoor Sports Lighting to reduce light pollution. b. Create a “lights out” plan during peak bird migration for the Golden-cheeked Warbler and other migratory birds from March until May, and September to November. 2. Include at least 10% EV charging stations within the new parking area. 3. Include pollinator plants and pollinator gardens that support butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds. VOTE: 9-0 For: Ana Aguirre, Perry Bedford, Rick Brimer, Jennifer Bristol, Colin Nickells, Haris Qureshi, Melinda Schiera, Rachel Scott, and Pam Thompson Against: None Recuse: Kevin Ramberg Absent: Audrey Barrett Bixler Approved By: Perry Bedford, Environmental Commission Vice Chair 2
Approved Minutes — original pdf
ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING MINUTES 16, November, 2022 The Environmental Commission convened in a regular meeting on 16, November, 2022 at 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive in Austin, Texas. Commissioners in Attendance: Ana Aguirre, Perry Bedford, Rick Brimer, Jennifer Bristol, Colin Nickells, Haris Qureshi Kevin Ramberg, Melinda Schiera, and Rachel Scott. Commissioners in Attendance Remotely: Pam Thompson. Commissioners absent: Audrey Barrett Bixler CALL TO ORDER Chair Ramberg called the Environmental Commission Meeting to order at 6:04 P.M. 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. None APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION 1. Approval the minutes of the Environmental Commission Regular Meeting on November 2, 2022 (5 minutes) The minutes of the November 2, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting were approved on Commissioner Bedford’s motion, Commissioner Ramberg’s second on a 8-0 vote. Commissioners Thompson and Scott were off the dais. Commissioner Barrett Bixler was absent. ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER UPDATES 2. Update on amendments to Title 25 related to environmental protection, landscape requirements, and site plan requirements—Liz Johnston, Deputy Environmental Officer, Watershed Protection Department (5 minutes) Item conducted as posted. No action taken. Update on Bull Creek PUD Amendment #3, Case No. C814-2009-0139.03—Liz Johnston, Deputy Environmental Officer, Watershed Protection Department (5 minutes) Item conducted as posted. No action taken. 1 4. PUBLIC HEARINGS 3. Name: 1703 N River Hills Road Marina Reconstruction, SP-2022-0167D Applicant: Janis Smith, Janis Smith Consulting, LLC Location: 1703 N River Hills Road, Austin, Texas, 78733 Council District: District 10 Staff: Pamela Abee-Taulli, Environmental Program Coordinator, Development Services Department and Miranda Reinhard, Environmental Scientist Senior, Watershed Protection Department Watershed: Lake Austin Watershed, Water Supply Rural Classification, Drinking Water Protection Zone Request: 1. Request to vary LDC 25-8-261 Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) development to allow, in the CWQZ of Lake Austin, development of a gasoline fuel line with a dispenser at the dock for re-fueling private boats 2. Request to vary from LDC-25-8-368(E) to allow more than 25 cubic yards of dredging in Lake Austin Staff Recommendation: 1. Staff does not recommend the request to vary LDC 25-8-261 Critical Water Quality Zone (CWQZ) development, development of a gasoline fuel line with a dispenser at the dock for re-fueling private boats, having determined that the findings of fact have not been met. 2. …
Agenda — original pdf
AFRICAN AMERICAN RESOURCE ADVISORY COMMISSION Special Called Meeting – November 15, 2022, 5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. City of Austin Permitting and Development Center 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Dr. Austin, Texas 78752 AGENDA Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (November 14th by Noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely, residents must: Call or email the board liaison at Linda Hayes at Economic Development Department, at (512-974-6282)lindak.hayes@austintexas,gov , no later than noon November 14th. The information required is the speaker’s 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 BOARD MEMBERS Cherelle Vanbrakle Vice Chair (District 4) Dewi Smith (District 1) Clifford Gillard (District 3) Vacant (District 6) Rashida Wright (District 8) Quincy Dunlap (AAUL Appointee) Nelson Linder (NAACP Appointee) Elaina Fowler, Chair (District 10) Daryl Horton, (Appointee) Mueni Rudd (District 2) Dr. Chiquita Eugene (District 5) Serita Fontanesi (District 7) Joi Harden (District 9) Greg Smith (ARA Appointee) CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION Roger Davis (GABC Appointee) AGENDA The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than October 3rd by 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 – 1. October 4th meeting minutes DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 2. Staff presentation on the Palm District Planner Stevie Greathouse and Planner Principal Mark Walters, Capital Program Consultant, Housing and Planning Department. 3. Vote for Joint Inclusion Alternate WORKING GROUPS AND ASSIGNMENTS DISCUCSSION AND POSSIBLE ACTION ITEMS 4. Safety – Recommendation on being safe in our home, at work and in our African American Community 5. Economic Opportunity and Affordability – Recommendation on having economic opportunities and resources that enable us to thrive in our African American community 6. Health and Environment – Recommendations on enjoying a sustainable environment and a healthy life, physically and mentally as an African American 7. Culture and Lifelong Learning – Recommendations of being enrich by Austin’s unique civic, cultural, ethnic, and learning opportunities for African Americans 8. Government That Works for All – Recommendations on believing the city government works effectively and collaboratively for of …
Agenda — original pdf
1. 2. REGULAR CALLED MEETING of the ROBERT MUELLER MUNICIPAL AIRPORT PLAN IMPLEMENTATION ADVISORY COMMISSION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2022 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER ROOM 1406 6310 WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely via videoconference or telephone. Speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for participation. To register to speak, call or email Matthew Schmidt at matt.schmidt@austintexas.gov or 512-974-6415. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS/COMMISSIONERS: Michael Jones, Chair Corky Hilliard Christopher Jackson Donald Martin Kenneth Ronsonette AGENDA Rick Krivoniak, Vice Chair Jason Hyde Martin Luecke David Neider Kathy Sokolic Estimate 6:00 CALL TO ORDER 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 6:05 Approve the minutes of the Robert Mueller Municipal Airport Plan Implementation Advisory Commission Meeting on October 11, 2022. STAFF BRIEFINGS Discussion by Economic Development Department regarding Mueller PUD Amendment 6:10 DISCUSSION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Mueller Foundation and Community Wheelhouse on Affordable Housing Updates Discussion by Catellus regarding Mueller Development updates Discussion and update by RMMA PIAC Transition Working Group 6:25 7:15 7:30 4. 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 7:50 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 Matthew Schmidt with the Economic Development Department, at 512-974-6415, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Robert Mueller Municipal Airport Plan Implementation Advisory Commission, please contact Matthew Schmidt with Economic Development at 512-974-6415. 8:00
02 Brodie Oaks PUD Land Use Plan.pdf — original pdf
Legend GO: General Office LO: Limited Office SF-2: Single-Family Residence - Standard Lot GO-MU: General Office - Mixed Use GR: Community Commercial CH: Commercial Highway GO MF-2: Multi-Family Residence - Low Density CS: General Commercial Services CS-1: General Commercial Services - Liquor Store CS-V: Commercial Services - Vertical Mixed Use GO CS-1-V-CO: Commercial Services - Vertical Mixed Use Conditional Overlay LO-CO: Limited Office - Conditional Overlay MF-2 GR-V-CO: Community Commercial - Vertical Mixed Use - Conditional Overlay GR-MU-CO: Community Commercial - Mixed Use - Conditional Overlay UNZ - Unzoned SF-2 SF-2 GO-MU LO R E F F U 0 ’ B 0 5 SF-2 LO CS BARTON CREEK GREENBELT MF-4 L O O P 3 6 0 MF-2 UNZ CS-1-V-CO CS-1 GR GR CS U S S T O P O E T R R A PID B GR-V A PIT A L M E T R O M C CS-V D R A V E L U O R B A CS-1-V-CO M A S . L CS CH GO GR Legend: Property Boundary 500’ Buffer Existing Buildings Zoning Districts MF-2 SF-2 GR GR-MU-CO GR-V-CO GR MF-2 SF-3 SF-5 SF-3 GR SF-6 SF-3 CS-1-V CS CS MF-2 LO-CO SF-6 0 200 400 800 EXHIBIT B: BRODIE CONTEXT MAP SUBMITTAL DATE: 10/27/2022 PUD CASE: C814-2021-0099 BRODIE OAKS REDEVELOPMENT 1 of 26 SITE METRICS 37.6 Acres / 1,637,856 Sq. Ft. 56% NSA; 54% GSA 5,750 Sq. Ft. 50 feet Total Site Area Proposed Impervious Cover Minimum Lot Size Minimum Lot Width Minimum Setbacks Front Street Side Yard Interior Side Yard Rear Yard 0 feet 0 feet 0 feet 0 feet LAND USE AREA METRICS Acres Building Cover Impervious Cover* Non- Residential Maximum Hotel Maximum Residential Max. % Max. Sq. Ft. Keys Sq. Ft. Units Sq. Ft. 1,400,000 200 200,000 1,700 1,500,000 11.7 .5% 5,000 -- -- -- -- Max. 95% 25.9 Land Use Area 1 Land Use Area 2 Site Total 37.6 95% 7.5% 56% *Maximum impervious cover is based on Net Site Area (NSA) and will be tracked by site plan in compliance with Exhibit H - Brodie Oaks Redevelopment Phasing Plan. Impervious Cover will be higher on a site-by-site basis. Maximum floor-to-area ratio is not applicable to the Brodie Oaks Redevelopment. L O O P 3 6 0 BARTON CREEK GREENBELT Legend: Property Boundary Private Streets with Public Access Easements Land Use Area 1 Land Use Area 2 U …
Zoning and Platting Commission November 15 2022 Agenda.pdf — original pdf
ZONING & PLATTING COMMISSION AGENDA Tuesday, November 15, 2022 The Zoning and Platting Commission will convene at 6:00 PM on Tuesday, November 15, 2022 at Austin City Hall, Boards and Commissions, 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 Cesar Acosta Nadia Barrera-Ramirez – Chair Scott Boone Ann Denkler – Parliamentarian Betsy Greenberg David King – Secretary Jolene Kiolbassa – Vice-Chair Hank Smith Lonny Stern Carrie Thompson Roy Woody 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 MINUTES 1. Approval of minutes from November 1, 2022. Attorney: Chrissy Mann, 512-974-2179 Commission Liaison: Andrew Rivera, 512-974-6508 PUBLIC HEARINGS 2. Site Plan: Location: Staff Rec.: Staff: 3. Final Plat from an Approved Preliminary Plan: Owner/Applicant: BSREP III Decker Lane Agent: Request: SP-2021-0095C - Park 290 Logistics Center; District 1 9921 East US 290 Highway Service Road Eastbound, Gilleland Creek / Decker Creek Watersheds Pacheco Koch Consulting Engineers (Hollis Scheffler) Environmental Variance to permit fill over 4 feet up to 28 feet and to permit cut over 4 feet up to 22 feet. Recommended Enrique Maiz-Torres, 512-974-3035, enrique.maiz- torres@austintexas.gov Randall Rouda, 512-974-3338, randall.rouda@austintexas.gov Development Services Department C8J-2022-0129.1A - Premier Logistics Park Subdivision 2900 ½ Ferguson Lane, Walnut Creek Watershed Location: Owner/Applicant: Premier Logistics Park, Inc. (Toby Rogers) Agent: Request: Parnell Engineering Inc. (Will Parnell) Approval with conditions of Premier Logistics Park Subdivision consisting of 7 industrial lots on 148.27 acres. Water and wastewater will be provided by the City of Austin. Approval with Conditions Sarah Sumner, 512-854-7687, sarah.sumner@traviscountytx.gov Single Office Staff Rec.: Staff: 4. Site Plan: Location: Owner/Applicant: Agent: Request: Staff Rec.: Staff: SP-2021-0242C - Loyola Junction Apartments; District 1 6571 Ed Bluestein Blvd, Walnut Creek Watershed 3 S&D Interests Jamison Civil Engineering (Stephen Jamison) Environmental Variance to permit fill over …
02 SP-2021-0095C - Park 290 Logistics Center; District 1.pdf — original pdf
June 16, 2022 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION VARIANCE APPLICATION FORM Variance Request Letter Park 290 Logistics Center 11653 Decker Lane City of Austin, TX SP-2021-0095C §25-8-341 Cut Requirements §25-8-342 Fill Requirements March 30, 2022 Denise Lucas, Director Planning and Zoning Department City of Austin P.O. Box 1088 Austin, TX 78767 RE: Dear Ms. Lucas: On behalf of the owners, BSREP III Decker Lane, LP, we are requesting a variance for fill and cut in excess of four (4) feet for the proposed development of the Park 290 Logistics Center development permit (SP-2021-0095C) located at 11653 Decker Lane, City of Austin, TX. The subject project is located within the city limits of Austin. The property is currently undeveloped and is located at the southeast corner of SH 290 and Decker Lane. The applicant plans to develop four new industrial buildings with fire lanes and parking areas, three water quality/detention ponds, utility extensions, offsite trail extension, and landscaping. The applicant proposes to place new improvements on the property in a way to minimize adverse impacts to the natural character of the property. City of Austin | Environmental Commission Variance Application Guide 1 June 16, 2022 The site is not located within the Drinking Water Protection Zone nor the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone. The site is in the Onion Creek Watershed of the Colorado River Basin and is classified as a Suburban Watershed by Chapter 25-8 of the City’s Land Development Code. The project requires leniency from the following code section: Division 5. – Cut, Fill, and Spoil § 25-8-341 - CUT REQUIREMENTS. (A)Cuts on a tract of land may not exceed four feet of depth, except: (1) in an urban watershed; (2 )in a roadway right-of-way; (3 )for construction of a building foundation or swimming pool; (4) for construction of a water quality control or detention facility and appurtenances for conveyance such as swales, drainage ditches, and diversion berms, if: (a) the design and location of the facility within the site minimize the amount of cut over four feet; (b) the cut is the minimum necessary for the appropriate functioning of the facility; and (c) the cut is not located on a slope with a gradient of more than 15 percent or within 100 feet of a classified waterway; (5) for utility construction or a wastewater drain field, if the area is restored to natural grade; (6) in a state-permitted sanitary landfill or a …
03 C8J-2022-0129.1A - Premier Logistics Park Subdivision.pdf — original pdf
ZAP DATE: 11/15/2022 SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8J-2022-0129.1A SUBDIVISION NAME: Premier Logistics Park Subdivision AREA: 148.27 acres OWNER/APPLICANT: Premier Logistics Park, Inc. (Toby Rogers) AGENT: Parnell Engineering Inc. (Will Parnell) ADDRESS OF SUBDIVISION: 2900 ½ Ferguson Lane GRIDS: MN28 WATERSHED: Walnut Creek LOT(S): 7 COUNTY: Travis JURISDICTION: 2-Mile ETJ MUD: N/A EXISTING ZONING: N/A PROPOSED LAND USE: Industrial ADMINISTRATIVE WAIVERS: N/A VARIANCES: None SIDEWALKS: Sidewalks will be provided on all internal streets. DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for approval with conditions of Premier Logistics Park Subdivision consisting of 7 lots on 148.27 acres. Water and wastewater will be provided by the City of Austin. Staff recommends approval of the plat subject to the conditions listed in the attached comment report. After the conditions are met, the plat will comply with City of Austin Land Development Code, Chapter 30-2-84(B). The conditions include adding plat notes, showing a wetland boundary and adding a street table. These are administrative actions that require no discretionary review. An application that has been approved with conditions may be updated to address those conditions until the application expires and the plat does not need to be heard before the Commission again. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The staff recommends approval with conditions of this subdivision. This plan meets all applicable County, State and City of Austin LDC requirements. ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION ACTION: 1 CASE MANAGER: Sarah Sumner Email address: sarah.sumner@traviscountytx.gov PHONE: 512-854-7687 2 SPRINKLE ROAD (60' R.O.W.) LOT 1 BLOCK A (INDUSTRIAL) RUNDBERG (R.O.W. VARIES) I ) S E R A V . . W O R ( . E N A L N O S U G R E F LOT 7 BLOCK D (INDUSTRIAL) LOT 6 BLOCK D (INDUSTRIAL) PREMIER LOGISTICS DRIVE (64' R.O.W.) LOT 5 BLOCK C (INDUSTRIAL) LOT 2 BLOCK B (INDUSTRIAL) MCCLAIN DRIVE (64' R.O.W.) ) . . W O R . ' I 4 6 ( E V R D L L E N R A P LOT 4 BLOCK C (INDUSTRIAL) LOT 3 BLOCK C (INDUSTRIAL) SHEET LAYOUT 1) OVERALL BOUNDARY 2) DETAIL WEST 3) DETAIL CENTRAL 4) DETAIL EAST 5) NOTES PREMIER LOGISTICS PARK SUBDIVISION Travis County, Texas A Limited Liability Company PO Box 90876, Austin Texas 78709 WWW.4WARDLS.COM (512) 537-2384 TBPLS FIRM #10174300 E T A M I X O R P P A N O I T A C O L E N I L Y E V …
03 Exhibit C - Comment Report.pdf — original pdf
CITY OF AUSTIN – TRAVIS COUNTY – SINGLE SUBDIVISION OFFICE SUBDIVISION APPLICATION – MASTER COMMENT REPORT UPDATE: PHONE #: U0 512-854-7687 C8J-2019-0186.1A 00 Premier Logistics Park 2900-1/2 FERGUSON LN CASE NUMBER: REVISION #: CASE MANAGER: Sarah Sumner PROJECT NAME: LOCATION: SUBMITTAL DATE: October 17, 2022 REPORT DUE DATE: November 7, 2022 FINAL REPORT DATE: November 10, 2022 STAFF REPORT: 3 DAYS HAVE BEEN ADDED TO THE UPDATE DEADLINE This report includes all staff comments received to date concerning your most recent subdivision application submittal. The comments may include requirements, recommendations, or information. The requirements in this report must be addressed by an updated submittal. The subdivision application will be approved when all requirements from each review discipline have been addressed. However, until this happens, your application is considered disapproved. Additional comments may be generated as a result of information or design changes provided in your update. If you have any questions, problems, concerns, or if you require additional information about this report, please do not hesitate to contact your case manager at the phone number listed above or by writing to the City of Austin, Development Services Department, P.O. Box 1088, Austin, Texas 78767. UPDATE DEADLINE (LDC 30-2-56; 30-2-82): It is the responsibility of the applicant or their agent to update this subdivision application. Formal submittal Oct. 17, LUC Nov. 15, End of Formal 1/15/2023, Fiscal by 4/15/23, Recording by 7/14/23. The final update to clear all comments must be submitted by the update deadline, which is January 16, 2023. Otherwise, the application will automatically be denied. If this date falls on a weekend or City of Austin holiday, the next City of Austin workday will be the deadline. EXTENSION OF UPDATE DEADLINE (LDC 30-1-119): You may request an extension to the update deadline by submitting a written justification to your case manager on or before the update deadline. Extensions may be granted for good cause at the Director’s discretion. UPDATE SUBMITTALS: An informal update submittal is required. Please coordinate directly with each reviewer listed below to clear comments. Electric Review - Andrea Katz - 512-322-6957 REVIEWERS: Planner 1: Chima Onyia Approved 911 Addressing Review - Janny Phung - janny.phung@austintexas.gov AD1: This plat review is rejected for the following reasons: AD2: RUNDBERG is a continuation of TUSCANY WAY and must continue the same name. It also does is an active street name and does not have a street type is …
04 SP-2021-0242C - Loyola Junction Apartments; District 1.pdf — original pdf
SITE PLAN REVIEW SHEET ENVIRONMENTAL VARIANCE REQUEST ONLY CASE: SP-2021-0242C ZONING AND PLATTING COMMISSION DATE: November 15, 2022 PROJECT NAME: Loyola Junction Apartments APPLICANT: 3 S&D Interests AGENT: Stephen Jamison, Jamison Civil Engineering ADDRESS OF SITE: 6571 Ed Bluestein Blvd COUNTY: Travis WATERSHED: Walnut Creek, Suburban, DDZ JURISDICTION: Full purpose EXISTING ZONING: GR-MU and CS-MU-C) PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: The applicant is proposing to construct an apartment complex with related amenities. DESCRIPTION OF VARIANCES: The applicant is requesting to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 17 feet within the desired development zone. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: The findings of fact have been met, and staff recommends approval for fill to 17 feet, with the following conditions: AREA: 14.46 acres Install a retaining wall to contain the major fill areas o o Utilize terracing techniques in the areas of major fill o o Add additional COA 609S Native seeding at the bottom of the major fill areas Increase the CEF setback for the existing CEF wetland feature in the area by 50 feet ENVIRONMENTAL BOARD ACTION: October 19, 2022: With a 9-0 vote, the Environmental Commission recommends support of the request, with staff conditions for a variance from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over four feet to 17 feet. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Mel Fuechec PHONE: 974-3036 mel.fuechec@austintexas.gov CASE MANAGER: Christine Barton-Holmes christine.barton-holmes@austintexas.gov PHONE: 974-2788 ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 11/2/22 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: Loyola Junction Apartments SP-2021-0242C NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: STEPHEN JAMISON Jamison Civil Engineering LOCATION: 6525 ED BLUESTEIN BOULEVARD NB AUSTIN, Texas, 78724 COUNCIL DISTRICT: District #1 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Mel Fuechec, Environmental Review Specialist, Sr, DSD, 512- 974-3036, mel.fuechec@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: Walnut Creek, Suburban Watershed, Desired Development Zone REQUEST: Variance request is as follows: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill up to 17 feet in the desired development zone. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. STAFF CONDITION: • • Install a retaining wall to contain the major fill areas • Utilize terracing techniques in the areas of major fill Increase the CEF setback for the existing CEF wetland feature in the area by 50 feet • Add additional COA 609S Native seeding at the bottom of the major fill areas Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: Loyola Junction …
05 C8-2022-0257.0A - Regiene Subdivision; District 1.pdf — original pdf
SUBDIVISION REVIEW SHEET CASE NO.: C8-2022-0257.0A COMMISSION DATE: November 15, 2022 SUBDIVISION NAME: Regiene Subdivision ADDRESS: 6501 Regiene Road APPLICANT/AGENT: Rita Wersich (WGI) ZONING: LI-PDA-NP/LI-CO-NP NEIGHBORHOOD PLAN: MLK -183 AREA: 20 acres (878,354 sf) LOTS: 9 COUNTY: Travis DISTRICT: 1 WATERSHED: Boggy Creek JURISDICTION: Full Purpose VARIANCE: None DEPARTMENT COMMENTS: The request is for Final Plat approval for 6 commercial/office/retail lots, 2 multifamily lots, and 1 greenspace lot on 20 acres (878,354 sf). Staff recommends approval of the plat, subject to the conditions listed in the attached comment report. After the conditions are met, the plat will comply with LDC 25-4-84(B). The conditions include a couple of plats notes; continue discussions with PARD regarding construction and timing of trail easement; and making 911 addressing corrections on the plat. These are administrative actions that require no discretionary review. An application that has been approved with conditions may be updated to address those conditions until the application expires and the plat does not need to be heard before the Commission again. STAFF RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends approval of the plat, subject to the conditions listed in the master comment report dated November 9, 2022, and attached as Exhibit C. CASE MANAGER: Juan Enriquez, Senior Planner PHONE: 512-974-2767 E-mail: juan.enriquez@austintexas.gov ATTACHMENTS Exhibit A: Vicinity Map Exhibit B: Proposed Final Plat Exhibit C: Comment Report Dated November 9, 2022 N L L HIL E N N A T H AR OLD CT HUDSON ST D TS R ET B HIB D SB B D N ED BLUESTEIN BLV ED BLUESTEIN BLV R E G I E N E R D SUBJECT SITE +/- 20.16 acres D E L WA U L N BAY CITY BND Site Location Map Regiene Development Site 6705 Regiene Road Austin, Travis County, Texas 78704 SHELTON RD Legend 0 125 250 500 Feet 30205951.00 | 07.21.2022 | WGINC.COM SLM I [D] LOT 1 BLOCK A [A] [E] SEE ENLARGED PLAN ON SHEET 2 LOT 2A RESUBDIVISION OF LOT 1 MOTOROLA INC. ED BLUESTEIN FACILITY DOC. NO. 200600304 O.P.R.T.C.T. LOT 1A-B RESUBDIVISION PLAT OF LOT 1A, RESUBDIVISION PLAT OF LOT 1, MOTOROLA INC. ED BLUESTEIN FACILITY DOC. NO. 200900045 O.P.R.T.C.T. ZEN GARDEN COMMERCIAL CONDOMINIUM DOC. NO. 2019032883 O.P.R.T.C.T. [F] R E G I E N E R O A D ( R . O . W . V A R I E S ) LOT 5 BLOCK A [M] [N] LOT 3 …
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING OF THE RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION November 15, 2022 6:00 p.m. Austin Energy Headquarters; 1st Floor; Shudde Fath Conference Room 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, Texas 78723 Some members of the Resource Management Commission maybe participating by videoconference. 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 contact Natasha Goodwin, at Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com or 512-322-6505. AGENDA Members: Jonathon Blackburn, Chair Kaiba White, Vice Chair Charlotte Davis Sam Angoori Shane Johnson Paul Robbins Louis Stone Dana Harmon Rebecca Brenneman Lisa Chavarria Vacant CALL MEETING TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 5 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 Resource Management Commission Regular Meeting on October 18, 2022. STAFF BRIEFINGS 2. Staff briefing regarding a quarterly update of the Water Conservation activities by Kevin Kluge, Environmental Conservation Division Manager of Austin Water. DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS 3. Presentation by Texas Gas Service regarding a quarterly update of the Central Texas Energy Efficiency Program by Jasmine King-Bush, Energy Efficiency Program Manager. 4. Presentation by GTI Energy regarding an update on the H2@Scale Project at the University of Texas JJ Pickle Center by Brian Weeks, Sr. Director, Business 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 Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at (512) 322-6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Resource Management Commission, please contact Natasha Goodwin at Austin Energy, at 512-322- 6505 or email Natasha.Goodwin@austinenergy.com . Development and Michael Lewis, Research Scientist, University of Texas at Austin Center for Electromechanics. 5. Discussion and possible action on the community feedback on Electric Ready and EV Ready code amendments, incentives, and next steps. (Sponsors: White, Davis, Johnson and Chavarria) …
Austin Water Monthly Report — original pdf
RMC Monthly Report October 2022 FY23 Water Conservation Division City of Austin | Austin Water Residential Program Participation, FY23 YTD FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 253 227 153 300 s t i n U f o r e b m u N 200 100 0 163 122 117 69 72 66 45 31 20 22 3 15 8 31 1 Watering Timer Rebates Irrigation Audits Irrigation Upgrade Drought Survival Tools WaterWise Landscape Rainwater Harvesting + Rainscape 11 15 8 0 2 14 RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 02 Instant Savings Pilot, FY22 YTD Watering Timer s t i n U f o r e b m u N 1,000 900 800 700 600 500 400 300 200 100 0 942 788 570 531 330 437 107 Mar Apr May June July Aug Sept • Partnership with AE • $5 discount off Hose-end timers at local Home Depot • Participation in FY22 more than triple original forecast: 3,778 vs 1,000 RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 03 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 Commercial and Multifamily Program Participation, FY23 YTD FY20 FY21 FY22 FY23 54 11 1 0 0 0 3 1 0 0 0 0 2 1 1 0 Commercial Audit Bucks for Business Commercial Kitchen Rebates Rainwater Harvesting RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 04 $450,000 $400,000 $350,000 $300,000 $ e v i t n e c n I $250,000 $200,000 $150,000 $100,000 $50,000 $0 Rebates and Incentives Budget, FY23 YTD FY23 Total Budget Q1 Q2 Q3 Q4 $420,000 $245,000 $65,000 $11,209.96 $3,180.00 Commercial Commercial Multi-Family Multi-Family Residential Residential RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 05 Water Waste/Watering Restrictions Enforcement Activity, FY23 YTD Warnings Issued and 311 Reports 201 122 250 200 150 100 50 0 Oct Warnings 311 Reports October Drought Response Stage: Stage 1 RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 06 Regulated Compliance Program Activity, October 2022 2988 3500 3000 2500 2000 1500 1000 500 0 428 180 34 264 31 Commercial Facility Irrigation Assessments Commercial Vehicle Wash Facility Efficiency Assessment Cooling Tower Efficiency Assessments Compliant Non-Compliant RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 07 d e h c a e R n o i t a u p o P l 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 0 Public Outreach Events, FY23 YTD 15 1 Oct Population Reached Community Events RMC Monthly Report – October 2022 25 20 15 10 5 0 s t …
Item 2: AW Quarterly Update — original pdf
Quarterly Update of Water Conservation Activities Single Family Residential Landscape Transformation Ordinance Water Conservation Division November 15, 2022 Water Forward Plan - Landscape Transformation Ordinance (D5) • 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 (2.2 MGD) by 2040 Public/stakeholder engagement Public and External Stakeholder Meetings • February, May, and June 2022 Speakup Austin • Survey (256 responses) Smaller External Stakeholder Group Meetings • Home Builders Association of Greater Austin • Irrigation professionals • Texas Nursery and Landscape Association / Turfgrass Producers of Texas • Central Texas Chapter of ASLA Transforming landscapes to save water Build with savings Set customers up for success Encourage alternative water • Topsoil mix shall be composed of 20 percent compost… (Standard Build with savings Enhanced Soil Inspections • A minimum of 6 inches of topsoil (ECM 1.4.7.B5) Specifications Manual 601S.3.A) • Water Savings: 10% reduction • Cost: • Environmental inspection cost could increase by $80. Mulch is currently required and inspected Build with savings Required residential plant list • ECM Appendix N – Commercial properties only • Grow Green Plant Guide could act as a model for plant list Build with savings Limit turf grass area • Up to 50% of landscape area; 2,250 sqft max • Water savings: 16% reduction or 4,350 gallons annually per home • Cost: • Possible $80 increase for enhanced inspection • Additional bed cost - $6 per sq ft - $8,700 average home Build with savings Limit irrigation area • Up to 50% of landscape area • Water savings: 35% reduction or 9,800 gallons annually per home • Cost: • Possible $71 increase for enhanced irrigation inspection performed by Austin Water Set customers up for success Better Irrigation Require pressure reduction devices (PRD) Require irrigation inspection (post- installation) Offer new home irrigation check-ups within 90 days Water Savings (gal/yr/home) 6,100 (22% savings) Cost $350-$500 + $71 increase in permit cost for Austin Water inspection 2,800 (10% savings) Austin Water inspection 1,400 (5% savings) Austin Water staff Encourage alternative water Required plumbing for laundry to landscape Incentivize builders to add rainwater harvesting • Available in all new homes • Incentivize building • Supply: 3,500 gal • Cost: <$1,000 homes with 500-gallon tanks/systems • Supply: 5,000 • Cost: No required costs …
Item 3: TGS Quarterly Update — original pdf
Central Texas Energy Efficiency Program Update Jasmine King-Bush Energy Efficiency Program Manager Michael Paramo Energy Efficiency Program Supervisor Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Q3 Program Updates Program staffing • Michael Paramo – Program Supervisor • Alex Cepeda – Education & Outreach Specialist Program Partnerships • TGS met with Kevin Kluge and Jacob Johnson from Austin Water to explore collaboration opportunities. 2 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Commercial Program Highlights CLEAResult Direct Install • 13 Multi Family Properties • 1 restaurant • 91.2K therms saved YTD • 1.6MIL gallons of water saved YTD *savings reflects expected annual savings 3 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Residential Program Highlights Outreach • Updated educational collateral to include both English and Spanish translations in an effort to maximize communication amongst residential customers. Water-Saving Kits • Drafted an E-Mail campaign to create awareness of water conservation kit availability amongst residential customers. 4 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Residential Program Participation 5 Texas Gas Service Energy Efficiency Program Low-Income/Free Equipment Program Due to increased demand to the program the LI/FE Program has suspended accepting applications for appliance replacements until January of 2023. 109 appliances were replaced throughout Central Texas prior to the depletion of program funds. *The orange circles on the graphic represent the concentrated areas in which appliance were installed throughout Austin. 6 Questions?
Item 5- Draft Resolution Supporting Electric Ready and EV Ready Code Amendments, Incentives, and Next Steps — original pdf
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT COMMISSION Resolution Supporting Electric-Ready and EV-Ready Amendments to the Energy Conservation Code WHEREAS, it is the purpose of the Resource Management Commission to “review and analyze the City Code to identify potential amendments that encourage the use of alternate energy technologies and renewable energy sources, and the conservation of energy” and to“[a]dvise the city council regarding appropriate City Code amendments that encourage the use of alternate energy technologies and renewable energy sources, and the conservation of energy.” and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan, adopted by city Council on September 30, 2021, sets a goal for the entire Austin community to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and states that carbon “offsets should constitute no more than 10% of the baseline. This 10% should be reserved for sectors where emission reductions are cost-prohibitive or impossible to reduce with existing technology.” and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan sets the goal to “achieve net-zero carbon for all new buildings” by 2030, states that “A net-zero operational carbon building is highly efficient and entirely powered by on- or off-site renewable energy.” and establishes a strategy to “Achieve goal milestones for net-zero carbon buildings through new building energy codes, amendments, and other methods.” and WHEREAS, the Austin Climate Equity Plan includes the strategy to “Adopt new energy and building codes that address future EV charging needs and enable a more equitable approach by simplifying the charging network and lowering barriers to entry for installing EV charging.” and WHEREAS, electrification of buildings and transportation, paired with renewable electricity production are highly effective strategies for addressing the climate crisis and outdoor and indoor air pollution, and WHEREAS, including proper wiring and electric service to accommodate future use of electric appliances in homes and electric vehicle charging at homes and businesses is more affordable than retrofitting buildings after they are built; and WHEREAS, studies show homes and buildings that are built electric ready provide the necessary electrical infrastructure at significantly reduced costs to the building owner; and WHEREAS, electric-ready provisions ensure that homes and apartments built with gas or propane can easily accommodate future electric appliances and such capabilities provide homeowners with greater flexibilities in appliance selections and protect homeowners from future costs, should they wish to utilize electric appliances; and WHEREAS, both the public comments during the process to adopt the 2021 Energy Conservation Code and during the recent public input process …
Item 6- Drafts Resolution Energy Efficiency Services — original pdf
PROPOSED RESOLUTION ON AUSTIN ENERGY PROPOSED REDUCTION IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY SERVICE FEES Whereas, the City of Austin has operated energy-efficiency programs since 1982, and these programs have served all rate classes and building types; and Whereas, exemptions from the Energy Efficiency Services fee will render Austin Energy's energy-efficiency and solar programs less effective; and Whereas, Austin Energy proposes to create a new commercial rate class (PRI-2 HLF), and exempt this new rate class' customers from the Energy Efficiency Service fee; and Whereas, customers in this new rate class will benefit from Austin Energy's energy-efficiency and solar programs because of reduction in new capacity, power purchases, regulatory costs, and transmission costs; and Whereas, customers in this rate class will also benefit from reduced environmental effects caused by conventional power plants; and Whereas, some of the customers have participated in rebates in the past, or could participate in the future; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Resource Management Commission of the City of Austin advise City Council that if this new rate class is created, customers in this new rate class should be charged the Energy Efficiency Service fee.
Agenda — original pdf
REGULAR MEETING of the PRESERVATION PLAN COMMITTEE of the HISTORIC LANDMARK COMMISSION TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15 – 11:00 A.M. STREET-JONES BUILDING, ROOM 400A 1000 E. 11TH STREET AUSTIN, TEXAS 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 the board liaison at (512) 974-3393 or preservation@austintexas.gov. CURRENT COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Beth Valenzuela, Chair Harmony Grogan CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL Ben Heimsath Carl Larosche AGENDA 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 October 18, 2022 1. DISCUSSION ITEMS Draft plan release timing Awareness campaign (#1) update Feedback on draft graphics Proposed terminology change Working group stakeholder representation Future meeting timing 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 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 the board liaison at the Historic Preservation Office at (512) 974-3393 for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Preservation Plan Committee, please contact Cara Bertron at (512) 974-1446.
Regular Meeting Agenda - November 15th, 2022 - AAQoL — original pdf
ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 15th, 2022 MEETING AGENDA REGULAR MEETING of the ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 15th, 2022 at 6:00pm PERMTTING & DEVELOPMENT CENTER (PDC) RM #1215 6301 WILHELMINA DELCO DR. AUSTIN, TX 78752 REGULAR MEETING AGENDA This meeting is being held in a hybrid format, and some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. Public comment will be allowed in-person or via telephone. Remote speakers must register in advance (November 14th by 12pm-Noon). All public comments will occur at the beginning of the meeting and public speakers will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. To speak or attend remotely, residents must contact the Equity Office’s Commission/Neighborhood Liaison, Jeremy Garza, no later than 12pm-noon on Monday, November 14th, 2022. Please telephone call & leave a voicemail at (512) 978-1797 or email jeremy.garza@austintexas.gov. The information required is the speaker’s name, the 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). BOARD MEMBERS: District Kirk Yoshida (Chair) Commissioner District Commissioner Azra Siddiqi Kuo Yang Lily Trieu Fang Fang VACANT VACANT 9 10 Salimah Shamsuddin Meena Mutyala Mayor Hanna Huang At-Large Pramod Patil At-Large Zahra Shakur Jamal-Hassan At-Large Sarah Chen (Vice-Chair) Vincent Cobalis At-Large Pooja Sethi (Resigned) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 ASIAN AMERICAN QUALITY OF LIFE ADVISORY COMMISSION NOVEMBER 15th, 2022 MEETING AGENDA MEETING AGENDA CALL TO ORDER The meeting is called to order by Chair Kirk Yoshida at: ROLL CALL ABSENT: PRESENT: 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 COMMISSION’S REGULAR MEETING on both August 16th and September 20th, 2022. STAFF PRESENTATION Houmma Garba – Communications & Public Information Office (CPIO), Updates on the Language Access Program David Nicks & Laura Esparza – Parks & Recreation Department (PARD), AARC Phase Two Updates DISCUSSION AND ACTION ITEMS Discussion and possible action on confirming the Commission’s regular meetings for the 2023 calendar year. Discussion and possible action about chair leadership starting January 2023. Inquiring about commissioner capacity to lead after Kirk & Vince step down due to term …