CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet F-8 DATE: Monday March 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0019 _______Thomas Ates _______Brooke Bailey _______Jessica Cohen _______Melissa Hawthorne _______Barbara Mcarthur _______Rahm McDaniel _______Darryl Pruett _______Agustina Rodriguez _______Richard Smith _______Michael Von Ohlen _______Nicholl Wade _______Kelly Blume (Alternate) _______Carrie Waller (Alternate) _______Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) OWNER/APPLICANT: Andrew Ryan Thompson ADDRESS: 607 E 49TH ST VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting variance(s) from the Land Development Code, a) second story (maximum allowed), to 864 square feet (requested) b) Standards Section 2.1 (Maximum Development Permitted) to increase the F.A.R from 40% (required) to 45.7% (requested) in order to remodel an existing detached Two-Family residential structure in an “SF-3-NCCD-NP”, Single-Family Residence-Neighborhood Conservation Combining District Neighborhood Plan zoning district. (North Hyde Park NCCD Neighborhood Plan) Note: Per LDC 25-2-774 TWO FAMILY RESIDENTIAL USE (C) The second dwelling unit: (5) may not exceed: (a) 1,100 total square feet or a floor-to-area ratio of 0.15, whichever is smaller; and (b) 550 square feet on the second story, if any; and (6) may not be used as a short term rental for more than 30 days in a calendar year if the second dwelling unit was constructed after October 1, 2015. Per Subchapter F: The maximum amount of development permitted on a property subject to this Subchapter is limited to the greater of 0.4 to 1.0 floor-to-area ratio or 2,300 square feet of gross floor area, as defined in Section 3.3. Floor-to-area ratio shall be measured using gross floor area Section 25-2-774 (Two-Family Residential Use) (C) (5) (b) from 550 square feet on the Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2, Development E-5/1 as defined in Section 3.3, except that the lot area of a flag lot is calculated consistent with the requirements of Section 25-1-22 (Measurements). BOARD’S DECISION: POSTPONED TO MARCH 14, 2022 (AE DENIAL); MARCH 14, 2022 POSTPONED TO APRIL 11, 2022 BY APPLICANT 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 …
CITY OF AUSTIN Board of Adjustment Decision Sheet E-2 DATE: Monday March 14, 2022 CASE NUMBER: C15-2022-0021 ___Y____Thomas Ates ___Y____Brooke Bailey ___Y____Jessica Cohen ___Y____Melissa Hawthorne ___-____Barbara Mcarthur OUT ___-____Rahm McDaniel OUT ___Y____Darryl Pruett ___Y____Agustina Rodriguez ___Y____Richard Smith ___-____Michael Von Ohlen OUT ___Y____Nicholl Wade ___Y____Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___-____Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Y____Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) APPLICANT: Bhavani Singal OWNER: Heidi Lew ADDRESS: 3701 ROBBINS RD VARIANCE REQUESTED: The applicant is requesting a variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section(s): 1. decrease the minimum Front Yard Setback from 40 feet (required) to 15 feet (requested) and 2. (a) percent or less from 35 percent (allowed) to 48 percent (requested), (58% existing) (c) than 25 percent and not more than 35 percent from 5 percent (allowed) to 14 percent (requested), (4% existing) in order to erect a new two story Single-Family residence in a “LA”, Lake Austin zoning district. increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of more 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) E-6/1 Note: This section of the Land Development Code applies to lots that are included in a subdivision plat recorded before April 22, 1982 or a tract that is not required to be platted. BOARD’S DECISION: March 14, 2022 The public hearing was closed by Madam Chair Jessica Cohen, Board Member Melissa Hawthorne motions to postpone to April 11, 2022; Board Member Brooke Bailey seconds on a 10-0 vote; POSTPONED TO APRIL 11, 2022. 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 E-6/2 ) ' 5 4 ( ) D A O R N B O R I ( e n i l t o l e v o b a s n u r e n i l …
E-6/37 E-6/38 From: To: Subject: Date: Attachments: Rick Swisher Ramirez, Elaine Case C15-2022-0021 Wednesday, March 09, 2022 3:43:35 PM 3701 Oak Shores C15-2022-0021.pdf *** External Email - Exercise Caution *** I have attached the requested form to this email and thought it might help to put the verbiage in the body of this email as well. I appreciate your consideration and marked the form “I do not Support” that is not 100% accurate. I only wish there to be consideration to insure there is not a parking issue on this narrow street and this steep curve. If there is no off-street parking made available at this lot, there will be issues. Currently when a car is parked on the asphalt at this lot, it blocks over ½ of the street making it dangerous for a car coming down the hill by needing to be on the wrong side of the street during this steep blind curve. COMMENTS: Regarding the proposed variances for case C15-2022-0021 I have one concern. The requested 15’ front yard setback should be reviewed as per my comments below. There is a unique issue with this project. Robbins Road is a narrow, non-standard road only 18 feet wide. This is barely enough for two cars to pass plus this property is on a steep curve that causes additional issues for parked cars. Most of us living on this street have either provided for extra parking off the street on our property, or the ROW, to add gravel so guests have room to park off the road. While I do not know where the front/street property line starts, I would suggest you review it to insure there is enough room to add such a parking area. It is quite possible this can be achieved and allow the 15’ setback variance but should be reviewed and be part of your consideration. In addition to owning a home on the street, I was the builder of a neighboring home at 3605 Robbins Road where a variance was granted allowing a similar front yard variance. In the case of the 3605 Robbins granted variance, it was to allow a below street grade garage with parking on top that allows for off street parking for guests. Richard Swisher 3601 Robbins Road CAUTION: This email was received at the City of Austin, from an EXTERNAL source. Please use caution when clicking links or …
BOA Monthly Report July 2021-June 2022 March 14, 2022 Granted 1. 25-2-531 (Height Limit Exceptions)(C) (1) in order to increase the height limit of an elevator shaft 2. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) to decrease the minimum lot width 4. 25-2 492 (D) (Site Development Regulations) to decrease the minimum lot width Postponed 1. 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs) (H) to allow for illumination of a blade Sign 2. 25-10-123 (Expressway Corridor Sign District Regulations) (B) (3), to exceed sign height 3. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum Front Yard Setback from 40 feet (required) to 15 feet (requested) and 2. 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) (a) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope with a gradient of 15 percent or less from 35 percent (allowed) to 48 percent (requested), (58% existing) (c) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope 4. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) to decrease the minimum Lot Size requirements and b) 25-2-947 (Nonconforming Use Regulation Groups) (B) (2) to increase the improvement value 5. 25-2-943 (B) (2) (a) (Substandard Lot) to decrease the minimum Lot Size requirement 6. Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope 7. Section 25-2-551 (Lake Austin District Regulations) (C) (3) increase the maximum impervious cover on a slope 8. 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback and 25-2-943 (Substandard Lot) (B) (1) (a) to decrease the minimum Lot Size 9. 25-2-774 (Two-Family Residential Use) (C) (5) (b) from 550 square feet on the second story and Subchapter F: Residential Design and Compatibility Standards, Article 2, Development Standards Section 2.1 (Maximum Development Permitted) to increase the F.A.R Denied 1. 25-2- 492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback Withdrawn None Discussion Items Mar 2022. Interpretations 1 new inquiries The deposition of the case items: A. Granted 27 B. Postponed 50 C. Withdrawn 7 4 D. Denied E. Discussion Items 40 (Added Mar 14, 2022 #’s) 7 items Februay 14, 2022 9 6 Granted 1. 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs), requesting a total of 1 sign(s) on the property: (F) to allow one (1) wall signs above the second and (H) to allow for the one …
TO: FROM: DATE: SUBJECT: M E M O R A N D U M Mayor and Council January 14, 2022 Denise Lucas, Director, Development Services Department Update on Resolution No. 20211014-045 – Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program On October 14, 2021, City Council adopted Resolution No. 20211014-045 directing the City Manager to explore the creation of a Board of Adjustment Applicant Assistance Program (BAAP) for residential homestead applicants who are requesting a hardship variance or special exception. The resolution contemplates the creation of a BAAP fund to support fee waivers or reductions for applicants who meet the eligibility criteria; as well as pro bono assistance with navigating the application process and subsequent proceedings. To meet the requirements outlined in this resolution, staff is working with the Financial Services Department to identify a funding source. In addition, staff is working with the procurement office to develop a process to procure pro-bono legal services. Staff does not anticipate completing all the components of the Council direction until May 2022 at which time a full response will be provided. Should you have questions or need additional information, please contact Doron Silberstein, Equity and Inclusion Program Manager, at doron.silberstein@austintexas.gov or (512) 978-1732. cc: Spencer Cronk, City Manager Rodney Gonzales, Assistant City Manager
§ 2-1-111 - BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT. (A) The Board of Adjustment is established as provided in Local Government Code Chapter 211 (Municipal Zoning Authority). (B) The board shall be composed of 11 members. (C) Each board member shall be appointed to serve a two-year term. (D) The council may appoint alternate board members to serve in the absence of regular members. An alternate member shall be appointed to serve a two-year term. (E) A regular or alternate board member may be removed by council for cause on a written charge after a public hearing. (F) The board shall: (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (1) (2) board. hear and decide a request for a variance from the requirements of Chapter 25-2 (Zoning), except as otherwise provided by the Code; hear and decide an appeal of an administrative action under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); hear and decide a request for a variance from the requirements of airport zoning regulations under Section 241.034, Local Government Code; hear and decide a request for a special exception under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); and perform other duties prescribed by ordinance or state law. (G) The board shall hold meetings at the call of the chairperson and at other times as requested by the (H) The chairperson, or the acting chairperson in the absence of the chairperson, may administer oaths and compel the attendance of witnesses. (I) Each case before the board must be heard by at least 75 percent of the board members. (J) The concurring vote of 75 percent of the board members is necessary to: reverse an order, requirement, decision, or determination of an administrative official; decide in favor of an applicant on a matter on which the board is required to pass under Chapter 25-2 (Zoning); or (3) authorize a variation from the terms of Chapter 25-2 (Zoning). (K) The board shall prepare minutes of its proceedings. The minutes shall include the vote of each member on each item before the board and shall state if a member is absent or fails to vote on an item. Source: Ord. 20071129-011; Ord. 20080110-048; Ord. 20080618-030; Ord. 20110526-098;Ord. No. 20141211-204, Pt. 14, 7-1-15. ARTICLE 3. - PROCEDURES FOR APPEALS Division 1. - Reserved.[2] Footnotes: --- (2) --- §§ 2-5-41—2-5-45. - RESERVED. Division 2. - Appeals. § 2-5-61 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR APPEALS. Editor's note— Ord. No. 20170518-014 >, Pt. 4, effective May 29, 2017, repealed §§ 2-5-41—2-5-45, …
Austin Moxy Hotel 2552 Guadalupe Street Austin, Texas Exterior Building Signage City Presentation Babendure Design Group 8140 Walnut Hill Ln. #950 Dallas, Texas 75231 214.265.1960 214.265.5552 (fax) www.babendure.com Signage & Wayfinding Design Specialists 1 C-1/1-PRESENTATION F E A B C D 5 4 1 3.2 3.1 1 OVERALL SITE PLAN Scale: 1/16"=1'-0" Sign Location Plan 2 7 Existing single story building on adjacent lot (Owned by another party) Existing single story building on adjacent lot (Owned by another party) Existing single story building on adjacent lot (Owned by another party) Babendure Design Group8140 Walnut Hill Ln. #950Dallas, Texas 75231214.265.1960214.265.5552 (fax)www.babendure.comAustin Moxy HotelAustin, TexasExterior Building SignageNovember 18, 2020C-1/2-PRESENTATION 1 RESTAURANT IDENTITY Projecting Sign Box with push-through Restaurant Logo Top of Sign = 12’-8” above grade 3.1 MENU DISPLAY Located to left of windows. Top of Sign = 6’-0”above grade. 3.2 MENU DISPLAY Located to left of windows. Top of Sign = 6’-0”above grade. 4 5 PICK UP WINDOW IDENTITY Box sign with white push-through graphics. Top of Sign = 8’-0” above grade. ORDER WINDOW IDENTITY Box sign with white push-through graphics. Top of Sign = 8’-0” above grade. BILLBOARD (Owned By Another Party) 1 A B 3.1 4 3.2 5 EAST ELEVATION SCALE: 1/16” = 1’-0” 18'-3 1/2" (High Logo) 16'-3" (Low Logo) " 2 / 1 8 - ' 2 A Dimensional Letters to be Moxy pink. Top of Sign - 58’-8” above grade. " 6 - ' 1 " 2 / 1 4 - ' 2 B Dimensional Letters to be Moxy pink. Top of Sign - 14’-8” above grade. D C Dimensional Letters mounted on the canopy ledge. Color to be Moxy pink. Top of Sign - 14’-2” above grade. Projecting Sign Box with push-through graphics. Logo to be Moxy pink day. Top of Sign - 22’-8” above grade. East Elevation High and Low Level Signs 3 Babendure Design Group8140 Walnut Hill Ln. #950Dallas, Texas 75231214.265.1960214.265.5552 (fax)www.babendure.comAustin Moxy HotelAustin, TexasExterior Building SignageNovember 18, 2020C-1/3-PRESENTATION 18'-3 1/2" 16'-3 1/2" " 8 / 1 8 - ' 2 " 2 / 1 7 - ' 3 A " 8 / 5 9 " 2 / 1 2 " 1 1 - ' 1 " 4 - ' 2 LOCATION A HIGH LEVEL WALL IDENTITY FRONT ELEVATION • AREA CALCULATION: 60 SQFT Top of Sign = 58’-8” above grade. SCALE: 1/4” = 1’-0” 2 1/2" 6'-0" 5'-7" 1 3/4"Stroke Width 1" …
S I G N V A R I A N C E T A R G E T P Y L O N B O A M E E T I N G Walton Signage Esteban Vilchez C-2/1-PRESENTATION V A R I A N C E F A C T O R S • Existing Code: According to code, the max over all height is 35’ from “grade”. The Target parking lot is escalated above grade by 4’ so we were allowed an over all height of 31’ for this new pylon. • Location Issues: We had a location for the pylon however, when we went to dig the hole, there was an underground pipe that was not detected as it was on Targets property and not part of the underground utilities that is marked by the underground utility locator. • Variance Request: I would like to see if we can get an additional 10’ – 12’ of height approved. The location that would require this are within the tree line and would therefore need the height increase for the sign to be seen. C-2/2-PRESENTATION C-2/3-PRESENTATION E X A M P L E S O F S I G N W I T H E X I S T I N G C O D E A P P L I E D • As you can see from this flag test, the proposed location of the pylon would not clear the tree line as well as not provide any visibility whatsoever if you are looking westbound or eastbound down Great Hills Rd. The proposed request would not only provide us with the opportunity to save the landscaping on the property, but also provide traffic markers on the Great Hills Rd. C-2/4-PRESENTATION C-2/5-PRESENTATION C-2/6-PRESENTATION C-2/7-PRESENTATION C-2/8-PRESENTATION E X A M P L E S O F S I G N W I T H V A R I A N C E A P P L I E D • As you can see the proposed drawings depict the pylon around 10’-12’ taller which would clear the tree line as well as provide all the necessary markers for traffic. C-2/9-PRESENTATION C-2/10-PRESENTATION C-2/11-PRESENTATION C-2/12-PRESENTATION C-2/13-PRESENTATION H A R D S H I P • We believe that the proposed request should be approved because according to code chapter 25-10 which states: “The Board may grant a variance only if it finds …
2022-000013 BA 2323 San Antonio Dawn Aimone The Castilian – Austin C-3/1-PRESENTATION Blade Sign - Plans and Location North Elevation of Building C-3/2-PRESENTATION 2323 San Antonio North Elevation – Location Click to add text C-3/3-PRESENTATION Current Non Lit Sign C-3/4-PRESENTATION Mounting Details Non Lit Click to add text Click to add text C-3/5-PRESENTATION Electrical Details Will Power Supply C-3/6-PRESENTATION Mounting Details with Electrical Details C-3/7-PRESENTATION
3709 Cedar St. Board of Adjustment April 11, 2022 Case # C15-2022-0025 Homeowner: Suzannah Cox Applicant : Karen McGraw . D-1/1-PRESENTATION Existing Use: • Single Family Home D-1/2-PRESENTATION Scope: • Zoning - MF2-NCCD-NP (At 6,636 SF it cannot be developed as Multi-family - 8,000 SF required.) • Will be developed per SF3-NCCD-NP regulations. • Homeowner wishes to: • Maintain the existing c. 1930 bungalow • Create a Two-Family use by adding a small second dwelling unit. • Relocate the garage for alley access while protecting heritage Pecan Trees. D-1/3-PRESENTATION The 3700 block of Cedar has mixed zoning. D-1/4-PRESENTATION Variances Requested: • 1) Decrease the minimum lot width from 50’ (required) to 41’ (requested) in order to allow a Two-family residential use and • Notes: • The North University NCCD No. 040826-058 Part 7 (1) requires a lot minimum width to be 50’. • The North University NCCD (Revision) Ordinance No. 2011-0804-040 Allows 2- family use on a lot at least 5,750 Sf. • The existing lot is 41’ x 160’ and has 6,636 square feet. D-1/5-PRESENTATION *building footprints *number of dwelling units *Lot widths D-1/6-PRESENTATION Second Variance • 2) Decrease the minimum interior side yard setback from 5’ (required) to 3’ (requested) to erect a detached garage in an SF3- NCCD-NP) zoning district • Notes: • The North University NCCD No. 040826-058 Part 7 (3) (d) states “a non-complying accessory building may be reconstructed at its existing location, but may not be less than 3’ from the rear and interior side property lines.” • The existing garage is 2.3’ from the side property line. The new garage needs to be accessible from the alley and requires a 3’ setback to protect heritage trees but will NOT be on the existing location. D-1/7-PRESENTATION Proposed Site Plan D-1/8-PRESENTATION Reasonable Use • All other lots on this blockface have a width of at least 50’ except for 3709 and also 3711 where a new two-story home is under construction. • Two-family uses are permitted on most nearby lots. • The proposed second dwelling will meet all other regulations. • The garage 3’ minimum setback will protect the 28.6” Heritage Pecan Tree. D-1/9-PRESENTATION Hardship • The hardship is unique to the property as most other lots on this blockface are already developed with two or more dwelling units except for 3703 (and 3711 currently under construction). • The hardship is not general to the …
BOA –April 11, 2022 Michele Rogerson Lynch Metcalfe Wolff Stuart & Williams 7125 & 7129 Dancing Wind C15-2022-0028 7236 & 7240 Dancing Wind C15-2022-0026 D-2/1-PRESENTATION Aerial close up with site highlighted D-2/2-PRESENTATION Variance Request 7125 & 7129 Dancing Wind MF-2 Front Setback 25 ft 20.5 ft 4.5 ft reduction 7236 & 7240 Dancing Wind -cul-de-sac MF-2 Front Setback 25 ft 16.5 ft 8.5 ft reduction D-2/3-PRESENTATION Overall Project Single Family Attached home subdivision under construction Limited Purpose City Limits Attached house over two lots 47 lots in subdivision 94 attached homes D-2/4-PRESENTATION Title 30 vs 25-2 Conflict with Limited Purpose Title 30 controls subdivision Title 25 controls zoning (MF-2) Title 30 - ZAP variance process Subdivision vacation and replat Title 25 - BOA variance process D-2/5-PRESENTATION 7125 & 7129 D-2/6-PRESENTATION 7125 & 7129 D-2/7-PRESENTATION 7236 & 7240 D-2/8-PRESENTATION 7236 & 7240 D-2/9-PRESENTATION Area Character -Intent Still Met Setbacks intended to provide distance between structures and uniformity Side and rear setbacks with yards more important to retain Reduced front yard not as impactful No front porches No real yard space – all driveway D-2/10-PRESENTATION Summary Builder discovered after City inspections passed Title 30/Title 25 Conflict in Limited Purpose ZAP variance Reasonable Use Hardship neighboring lots homes) 4 families standing by to close over minor setback issue Unique – minor deviations that do not impact enjoyment of Not general to the area – only 4 lots out of 47 (92 of 94 Area Character - Intent Met No material front yard to protect – all driveway Side and rear setbacks still intact where yard exists D-2/11-PRESENTATION
BOA –April 11, 2022 Michele Rogerson Lynch Metcalfe Wolff Stuart & Williams 7125 & 7129 Dancing Wind C15-2022-0028 7236 & 7240 Dancing Wind C15-2022-0026 D-3/1-PRESENTATION Aerial close up with site highlighted D-3/2-PRESENTATION Variance Request 7125 & 7129 Dancing Wind MF-2 Front Setback 25 ft 20.5 ft 4.5 ft reduction 7236 & 7240 Dancing Wind -cul-de-sac MF-2 Front Setback 25 ft 16.5 ft 8.5 ft reduction D-3/3-PRESENTATION Overall Project Single Family Attached home subdivision under construction Limited Purpose City Limits Attached house over two lots 47 lots in subdivision 94 attached homes D-3/4-PRESENTATION Title 30 vs 25-2 Conflict with Limited Purpose Title 30 controls subdivision Title 25 controls zoning (MF-2) Title 30 - ZAP variance process Subdivision vacation and replat Title 25 - BOA variance process D-3/5-PRESENTATION 7125 & 7129 D-3/6-PRESENTATION 7125 & 7129 D-3/7-PRESENTATION 7236 & 7240 D-3/8-PRESENTATION 7236 & 7240 D-3/9-PRESENTATION Area Character -Intent Still Met Setbacks intended to provide distance between structures and uniformity Side and rear setbacks with yards more important to retain Reduced front yard not as impactful No front porches No real yard space – all driveway D-3/10-PRESENTATION Summary Builder discovered after City inspections passed Title 30/Title 25 Conflict in Limited Purpose ZAP variance Reasonable Use Hardship neighboring lots homes) 4 families standing by to close over minor setback issue Unique – minor deviations that do not impact enjoyment of Not general to the area – only 4 lots out of 47 (92 of 94 Area Character - Intent Met No material front yard to protect – all driveway Side and rear setbacks still intact where yard exists D-3/11-PRESENTATION
2904 RIVERCREST DRIVE AUSTIN, TX 78746 Case # 2022-000021 BA D-4/1-PRESENTATION AERIAL D-4/2-PRESENTATION MAP AERIAL D-4/3-PRESENTATION VARIANCE REQUEST Because the house currently sits 25’ from the front property line, we are respectfully seeking BoA Variance from: I. 25-2-492(D) LA zoning front setback encroachment to reduce the required 40-foot setback to 25-foot setback for existing residence. II. 25-2-963(E)(1)(B) to increase the height of a non-complying wall in the front setback from 23’8” to 24’1”. D-4/4-PRESENTATION REASONABLE USE The zoning regulations applicable to the property do not allow for a reasonable use because: • The lot is substandard as it was platted as a 15,416 square-foot lot in the mid- 1960s. It is less than 1 acre and does not meet the standards prescribed by Lake Austin zoning requirements. • This limits the property owners’ ability to reasonably use the site to the highest and best use as contemplated by the original plat and subsequent “A” and “LA” zoning categories. D-4/5-PRESENTATION HARDSHIP The hardship for which the variance is requested is unique to the property in that: • The applicant respectfully requests the board acknowledge the hardships in place as a result of the lot size being less than 1 acre, City initiated rezoning to LA zoning, existing front setback encroachment acknowledgement via approved building permits over a 30-year period, and the need to perform a substantial remodel on a 1988 era structure. • Compliance with existing 40-foot setback requires either full or partial demolition of the existing residence. D-4/6-PRESENTATION HARDSHIP ( CONT ’ D) The hardship is not general to the area in which the property is located because: • The site was issued a multitude of development permit approvals, exacerbating ongoing remodels for a noncomplying structure. D-4/7-PRESENTATION AREA CHARACTER 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: • There is zero known adverse impact on any adjacent property whether it be near or far from this site. • The reduction in impervious cover from 50% to 35% is a benefit not only to the environment but also alleviates any potential drainage concerns which may or may not have been an issue over the years (we are not aware of any drainage issues). D-4/8-PRESENTATION APPROVED BOARD …
PRESENTATION PACKET TABLE OF CONTENTS: 1. VARIANCE REQUEST 1.1 SUMMARIZED VARIANCE REQUEST PROCESS 1.2 HARDSHIP CRITERIA 1.3 MASSING,CHARACTER, SCALE 1.4 WHO WE ARE 2. VARIANCE REQUESTED DOCUMENTS 2.1 EXISTING VACANT SUBSTANDARD LOT DEFINITION 2.2 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT 2.3 PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT RENDER PG 2 PG 3 PG 4,5,6 PG 7,8 PG 9 PG 11 PG 12 PG 13 3. EXISTING HOUSE SF & PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT COMPARISON PG 14 4. LOT HISTORY 4.1 1003 KINNEY AVE LOT HISTORY DOCUMENTATION PG 16 5. RECOMMENDATIONS PURSUED 5.1 BOA - SEEKING A 1995 PLAT EXEMPTION PG 24 COA CORRESPONDENCE DURING EXPEDITED REVIEW PG 25 COA CORRESPONDENCE POST EXPEDITED REVIEW COA CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING ZONING INFORMATION PG 27 5.2 NA - PURCHASING ALLEY NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION CORRESPONDANCE COA CORRESPONDENCE REGARDING ALLEY ACCESS 6. SUPPLEMENT INFORMATION PG 28 PG 30 PG 31 KINNEY AVE BOA Presentation Packet Case Number 2021-000085 BA April 4, 2022 E-1/1-PRESENTATION VARIANCE REQUESTED Owner and development team is seeking a variance request to allow for a new construction build on a substandard lot located at 1003 Kinney Ave. Austin, TX 78704. Current lot size is 5,461 SF and minimum allowable site to build is 5,750 SF. 2 PRESENTERS: DEVELOPER- IAN M. ELLIS, AIA, NCARB, RID KINNEY AVE BOA VARIANCE- CASE NUMBER 2021-000085 BA - April 4, 2022 E-1/2-PRESENTATION SUMMARIZED VARIANCE REQUEST PROCESS FOR 1003 KINNEY AV. PER PLAT 1896 (1) BEFORE 1946 (A) HAVE AN AREA OF NOT LESS THAN 4,000 SQUARE FEET (B) BE NOT LESS THAN 33 FEET WIDE AT THE STREET OR AT THE BUILDING LINE. LOT SIZE 5,461 SF RESIDENTIAL PLAN REVIEWS LCL SECTION 25-2-493 (B) SUBSTANDARD LOT BOA INTERPRETATION OF APPLICABLE REAL PROPERTY RECORD DETERMINES PLAT VS DEED < MIN LOT AREA PER LCL SECTION 25-2-492 SITE DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS PER DEED 1947 (2) AFTER 1946 (A) HAVE AN AREA OF NOT LESS THAN 5,750 SQUARE FEET (B) BE NOT LESS THAN 50 FEET WIDE AT THE STREET OR AT THE BUILDING LINE. VARIANCE REQUIRED SEEKING A VARIANCE FOR THE MINIMUM LOT SIZE REQUIREMENT TO BE ABLE TO QUALIFY FOR SECTION 25-2-492 (B) (2) SUBSTANDARD LOT BOA RECOMMENDATIONS (NOV 8TH, 2021) SEEKING 1995 PLAT EXEMPTION COA RESPONSE: A LAND STATUS DETERMINATION IS NOT AN ATTENTATION TO THE LEGALITY OF EXISTING OR FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF A SITE. THEY CONFIRMED NOTHING CAN BE BUILT ON THIS LOT SEEKING ALLEY ACCESS COA DENIED THE ACQUISITION OF ALLEY BECAUSE OF EXISTING DRIVEWAY AND IN ORDER TO …
54 Anthony Street Austin, TX 78702 CASE #C15-2022-0018 E-4/1-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY - VARIANCE REQUEST Requesting a variance from City of Austin Land Development Code: 1) Section 25-2-492 (Site Development Regulations) from setback requirements to decrease the minimum front yard setback from 25 feet (required) to 10 feet (requested) 2) b) Section 25-2-943 (Substandard Lot) (1) (a) to decrease the minimum Lot Size requirements from 4,000 square feet (required) to 3,380 square fee E-4/2-PRESENTATION CURRENT CONDITIONS (FRONT OF LOT) E-4/3-PRESENTATION CURRENT CONDITIONS (REAR OF LOT) E-4/4-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY – KEY FACTORS SUBSTANDARD LOT SIZE OF 3,380 SQUARE FEET BUILDABLE AREA REDUCED BY AE EASEMENT (SIDE) - 1,035 SF BEACH FRONT OVERLAY REDUCING IMPERVIOUS COVER DOWN TO 40% PROTECTED PECAN TREES IN THE MIDDLE REAR OF THE LOT LEGAL LOT PER 1995 PLATTING RULE PLATTING EXCEPTION TINY HOME WOULD BE ONLY OPTION WITHOUT VARIANCE APPROVAL CURRENT STRUCTURES ARE IN SEVERE NEED OF DEMO PROJECT HAS NEIGHBORHOOD SUPPORT E-4/5-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY – CAPITAL CORRIDOR VIEW AND FESTIVAL BEACH OVERLAY E-4/6-PRESENTATION 54 ANTHONY – ORIGINAL 1910 PLAT E-4/7-PRESENTATION REASONABLE USE Current SF3 site development / zoning regulations do not apply to this lot. This lot is considered to be a substandard lot / "small lot" per LCD 25-2-943, section (B) (1) (A). Per the survey the entire lot stands at a total of 3,380 SF. This is probably one of the smallest lots existing in Austin. The owner is requesting to build a modest home for his family and only asking for leniency as far as the current SF3 lot size requirement and for a reasonable reduction of 15 feet from the standard front yard setback. In order to build a livable space for a single family, the additional square footage is undoubtably necessary. E-4/8-PRESENTATION HARDSHIP This substandard lot has always been used as a single family residence since the early 1940s. The original structures of a single family 480SF home and 162SF garage still exist. This particular lot runs along a side alley on the north side of lot also which has a 15 foot electrical easement. Per current building requirements and the Austin Energy Criteria Manual, this reduces the buildable area by an approximate 1,040 due to the newly adopted requirement by AE. E-4/9-PRESENTATION NOT GENERAL TO THE AREA A majority of the lots in this neighborhood are at or above …
607 E 49th St Case C15-2022-0019 Shelley & Andrew Thompson Hardship Request This ADU is intended for our teen daughter She has a diagnosed mental health disability She receives support services from the Texas Workforce Commission The ADU is a potential home, or transitional housing, for her We work from home advising physicians and institutions on rare diseases Background & Requests • House constructed in 2004 without a permit for the garage • Sold to us in 2017 without any disclosure of permit status • There is a bonus room above the garage, measuring approx. 864 sq ft. It is enclosed and climate-controlled • We request two variances: 1. an increase in FAR to a total of 45.7% (max=40%), and 2. an allowance of a 2nd-floor room, that measures approx. 864 sq ft (max=550 sq ft) Site Plan 03/15/2021ahA601 East 49th StreetAustin, Texas 78751512.289.1223andy@andrewhinman.comAndrewHinmanArchitectureConstruction DocumentsSheet Contents:Project No.Date:Sheet No.00317ADU REMODEL607 East 49th StreetAustin, Texas 78751A10003.14.210.2296 ACRES(10,002 SQ.FT)ANDREW RYAN THOMPSON0.23 ACRESDOC. 2017078153EMH2nd FLOOR (1918 SQ FT)5'-0 1/2"'5'-0 1/2"'9'-2"'37'-5 1/2"'4'-9 1/2"'5'-0 1/2"'5'-2"'5'-5"'7'-11 1/2"'8'-11 1/2"'BRICKGRAVELGRAVELACACF.F.EL= 658.35BRICKROCK PATIOBRICK DRIVECONCRETE DRIVEF.F. GARAGEEL= 653.33BRICK DRIVECONCRETEF.F. GARAGEEL= 663.63TWO STORY WOODGARAGE (1059 SQ FT)EAST 49th STREETF.F.EL= 657.39TWO STORYWOOD HOUSEBBQ2nd FLOOR F.F.EL= 664.53WOOD FENCEWOOD FENCEWOOD FENCEWOOD FENCE226 15" pecan253 25" pecan402 18" pecan404 21" pecan417 6" pecanTREE TABLEC/OSTAIRSACADJACENT HOUSE7.2013.0015.3015.405.0316.308.3044.2016.604.00PORCH(S31° 09' 16"W 187.27')(N59° 47' 25"W49.16')(N59° 42' 30"W17.00')(N30° 54' 16"E42.50')(S59° 42' 30"E17.00)(N30° 54' 16"E144.97')(S59° 34' 02"E49.97')TAG DIA SPECIES226wmWVOSWOSW25340240441729.50'35.90'29.50'35.90'S61° 53' 25"E49.85'S28° 40' 33"W187.19'N62° 14' 45"W49.15'N62° 42' 55"W17.04'N28° 30' 28"E42.48'S62° 28' 14"E16.97'N28° 28' 25"E145.09CIPS 18478000653.13CIPS655655654653653654654655654Site PlanScale: 1" = 20'-0"1PROJECT LOCATIONLEGENDCIPS 18471/2" IRON PIN FOUND (STEEL PIN)CAPPED IRON PIN SET MARKED "FOREST 1847"TELEPHONE PEDESTALELECTRIC POWER POLETELEPHONE POLEGUY WIRETBENCHMARK MONUMENT (COTTON SPINDLE SET)+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++EXISTING FENCETRACT LINESBOUNDARY LINESAll document references are in Travis County, TexasO.P.R.T.C.T. Official Public Records of Travis County, TexasP.R.T.C.T. Plat Records of Travis County, TexasTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOEOVERHEAD ELECTRICTELEPHONE LINECAPPED IRON PIN FOUND MARKEDCAPPED IRON PIN FOUND MARKED"FOREST 1847"CIPF 1847WATERWELL(HAND DUG)WD.R.T.C.T. Deed Records of Travis County, Texas0 House & Detached Garage No Parking Issues: Room for 5 cars • The garage parks 3 cars • And a parking pad at front of house (shown) • Plus a second parking pad at back of house Bonus Room above Garage Architect’s Plan BEDROOMBALCONY607 E 49th St ADU PLANScale: 1/4" = 1'-0"13'-9"5'-10"11'-10 1/2"9'-2"STORAGESTORAGETV7'-4 3/4"KITCHENCLOSETBATH9'-11 1/4"0707existing windows to remain020332/80 sc ss32/80 sc sp32/80 sc ss32/80 sc ss1605050505033/A21/A22/A2150706041212a0810090111ahA601 East 49th StreetAustin, Texas 78751512.289.1223andy@andrewhinman.comAndrewHinmanArchitectureConstruction DocumentsSheet Contents:Project No.Date:Sheet No.00317ADU607 East 49th StreetAustin, Texas 7875101. Balcony & access door (optional); ref. Architect02. new wood stud (2x4) …
3701 ROBBINS ROAD Case #C15-2022-0021 Bhavani Singal Principal Architect Workshop No. 5 COVER PAGE REQUESTS 1. A variance to decrease the front yard setback from 40’ to 15’. 2. A variance to increase the maximum impervious coverage requirement for portions of the site with slopes of 0-15% from 35% to 45%. 3. A variance to increase the maximum impervious coverage requirement for portions of the site with slopes of 26- 35% from 5% to 6%. WORKSHOP NO. 5ARCHITECTURE & INTERIORS3027 N. Lamar Blvd. #302BAustin, TX 78705512.710.9705www.workshopno5.com3701 ROBBINS RD#C15-2022-0021BOA VARIANCE REQUEST PRESENTATIONAPRIL 11, 2022E-6/1-PRESENTATION A100 5 telephone pedestal 5 3 5 0 3 5 wall EXISTING GARAGE OUTSIDE SIDE SETBACK 5 2 5 8 3 5 7 3 65 3 5 PROPOSED RESIDENCE WATER RECAPTURE AREAS 0 2 5 5 1 5 0 1 5 5 0 5 wall with wrought iron fence 0 0 5 EXISTING RESIDENCE LANDSCAPED GREEN SPACES SITE CONSTRAINTS old rock wall xx x x 5 1 5 wall t u o - n a e c l K C A B T E S N I T S U A E K A ' L 5 7 SEPTIC TANK SEPTIC DRAIN FIELD wood deck conc. steps WATER WELL 5 2 5 2022 SF ROOF DRAINAGE AREA FOR RAINWATER COLLECTION 520'-0" NEW 512'-6" EXISTING CISTERN OVERFLOW DRAIN CISTERN OVERFLOW RAIN GARDEN 2000 GAL CISTERN TO BE USED FOR IRRIGATION xx 0 2 5 515 xx xx FRONT YARD SETBACK - LAO 100 YEAR FLOODPLAIN ELEVATION 518'-0" 0 0 5 5 9 4 4 9 4 3 9 4 xx WATER'S EDGE 493'-0" 4 9° xx EXISTING CONDITIONS & DESIGN CONSTRAINTS 2 8 9 1 , 2 2 L I R P A E R O F E B D E D R O C E R T A L P F I K C A B T E S 5' 2 K C A B T E S N T S U A E K A L I ' 5 7 1. wall boat dock There is a 45’ change in level from the street to the water’s edge. 2. Existing house is in the 100-year floodplain. Proposed house is lifted 7’-6" above existing slab to allow a 2’ freeboard. This pushes the entry level up 2’-3" above the existing garage level. 3. The aging clients require a boatslip (deckabove) concrete boatslip (deckabove) 5 9 4 xx …
ANIMAL ADVISORY COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING APRIL 11, 2022, 6 PM AUSTIN CITY HALL, Room 1101 301 W. Second St. AUSTIN, TEXAS 78701 Some members of the Commission may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at http://www.austintexas.gov/watch-atxn-live. Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once, either in-person or remotely, and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. For remote participation, registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required. To register for remote participation, email or call board liaison, Belinda Hare, at Belinda.Hare@austintexas.gov or by phone at 512-978-0565. AGENDA CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Craig Nazor, Chair Nancy Nemer, Parliamentarian Palmer Neuhaus Jo Anne Norton Luis Herrera Kristen Hassen 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 Ryan Clinton, Vice Chair Lisa Mitchell Katie Jarl Lotta Smagula Beatriz Dulzaides 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Commission meeting a. Review and approval of minutes from the March 14, 2022, Animal Advisory 2. BRIEFINGS a. Austin Animal Center and Animal Services Reports. b. COVID Update. 3. OLD BUSINESS: Update, Discussion and Possible Action a. Monthly Reporting of Data. b. Working Group on Off-Leash Dogs. c. Working Group on How to Increase Microchipping in the City of Austin. d. Austin Pets Alive!’s Future at the Town Lake Animal Center and the Maintenance of No Kill in Austin. e. Transferring Austin Animal Center Animals to Other Communities. 4. NEW BUSINESS: Discussion and Possible Action a. Election of Officers b. Funding to Support Equitable Microchipping of Austin Pets c. Reported Space Crisis at Austin Animal Center 5. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS 6. 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 Belinda Hare at the Animal Services Office, at 512-978-0565, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Animal Advisory Commission, please contact Board Liaison. Belinda Hare, 512-978-0565 or Belinda.Hare@austintexas.gov
AGENDA BOARD OF ADJUSTMENT April 11, 2022 at 5:30PM Austin City Hall, Council Chambers, Room 1001 301 West 2nd Street, Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Board of Adjustment may be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To participate/speak remotely you will have to register with the Liaison via email elaine.ramirez@austintexas.gov or call 512-974-2202. You must register before 12p.m. the day before the meeting, Sunday, April 10, 2022. ___Thomas Ates ___Brooke Bailey ___Jessica Cohen (Chair) ___Melissa Hawthorne (Vice Chair) ___Barbara Mcarthur ___Rahm McDaniel ___Darryl Pruett EXECUTIVE SESSION (No public discussion) The Board of Adjustment 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 Board of Adjustment may also announce it will go into Executive Session, if necessary, to receive advice from Legal Counsel regarding any other item on this agenda. Private Consultation with Attorney – Section 551.071 CALL TO ORDER ___Agustina Rodriguez ___Richard Smith ___Michael Von Ohlen ___Nicholl Wade ___Kelly Blume (Alternate) ___Carrie Waller (Alternate) ___Marcel Gutierrez-Garza (Alternate) B. C. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first (4) four 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. A. DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM Staff requests approval March 14, 2022 draft minutes A-1 On-Line Link: Item A-1 draft minutes; Item A-1 addendum DISCUSSION AND REQUESTED ACTION ITEM B-1 Staff and Applicant requests for postponement and withdraw of items posted on this Agenda SIGNS PREVIOUS POSTPONEMENTS C-1 C16-2021-0003 Michael Gaudini for Timothy Finley 2552 Guadalupe Street On-Line Link: Item C-1 PART1, PART2; PRESENTATION The applicant is requesting a sign variance(s) from the Land Development Code, Section 25-10-133 (University Neighborhood Overlay Zoning District Signs), requesting a total of 12 signs on the property: a) (F) to allow three (3) wall signs above the second floor, one on each the northern, southern and eastern sides. b) (G) (1) one projecting sign for …
