1A - Convention Center Expansion Plan — original pdf
To: City of Austin Design Commission From: Katy Zamesnik Re: Convention Center Expansion Project Presentation materials will be provided to the Commission on the day of the meeting.
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1C - Briefing on VMU2 — original pdf
CO2-2021-006 Amending Title 25-2(E) 4.3 Vertical Mixed-Use Buildings May 26, 2022 Design Commission Overview VMU Basics VMU-Related Direction Staff Recommendation Additional Research Next Steps 2 Vertical Mixed-Use (VMU) Basics VMU is a voluntarydensity bonus program designed to generate community benefits through the use of development incentives. Development Incentive Community Benefit Adopted in 2010 – Included a one-time opt-in/opt-out process for neighborhood associations or neighborhood planning teams Applicable along “core transit corridors” – Connects housing and services to transit – May also include other roadways based on original neighborhood opt-in process Offers development incentives in exchange for community benefits – Improves flexibility for site development – Creates enhanced pedestrian environment – Regulates affordability – Support sustainable development patterns Site Development Flexibility Reduced Parking Requirement No FAR restrictions Additional Allowable Uses Regulated Affordability Heightened design standards Mix of land uses Active ground floor use 3 VMU Combining District Example Zoning String: CS-MU-V-CO-NP VMU-Zoned Sites Base Zones Description commercial services community commercial limited office Max Height 60ft 60ft 40ft Impervious Cover 95% 90% 70% % of Sites 67% 18% 5% neighborhood commercial general office neighborhood office 40ft 60ft 35ft 80% 80% 60% CS GR LO LR GO NO VMU-Zoned Properties with Other Combining Districts % of Sites NP: Neighborhood Plan MU: Mixed Use CO: Conditional Overlay NCCD: Neighborhood Conservation Combing District 5% 3% 1% 94% 53% 67% 5% 4 VMU Site Development Standards •Same as base zoning •Compatibility standards supersede •Same as base zoning •No minimum front or side setbacks •Compatibility standards supersede •Height and Impervious Cover still provide site controls Building Height Impervious Cover Reduced Setbacks No Floor to Area Ratio (FAR) limit •Up to a 60% reduction •Allows residential uses in the minimum number of required parking spaces Reduced Parking Requirement in commercial and office zones •Allows additional commercial uses in office zones Broader Range of Allowed Uses •Pedestrian-Oriented Commercial space requirement on first floor •Minimum of one floor of residential use required Mix of Uses Required 5 Vertical Mixed-Use Affordability Policy Rental Developments 40-year affordability period For-Sale Developments 99-year affordability period 10% set-aside affordable to households earning not more than 60% Median Family Income Or 80% Median Family Income (Varies by neighborhood) 10% set-aside affordable to households earning not more than 80% Median Family Income and 100% Median Family Income (5% at each level) 6 VMU-Related Direction Planning Commission • July 2021 …
Draft 4-25-22 Minutes — original pdf
A P P P P P DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, April 25, 2022 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHEMINA DELCO, AUSTIN, TX 78752 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Vice Chair Jessica Rollason at 6:04 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) A Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) P A P P Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “P” Denote Commission Members who were in present “A” Denote Commission Members who were absent CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF P Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison P Gunnar Garnos, Staff Liaison PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Goodnight Ranch Fire/EMS, located 9400 Capitol View Dr., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Burton Jones, Westley Burger • • • Cris Ruebush, Westley Burger – PGAL, Burton Jones – City of Austin Project Manager presented and answered questions. Commissioner Weaver made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the city of Austin. Commissioner Salinas seconded. The motion was approved [7 ayes, 0 nays]. Page 1 of 4 b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Dougherty Arts Center, located 200 S Lamar Blvd., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Kevin Johnson • • • • • • • Kevin Johnson – City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, presented and answered questions. Commissioner Meiners joined the meeting by video. Commissioner Rollason suggested potential pedestrian/cyclist enhancements. Commissioner Franco made a motion that the project does not comply with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the city of Austin and made a recommendation that staff prepare a review of financing sources for the parking garage. Commissioner Weaver made a friendly amendment to potentially reduce the parking requirement to match the size of the building. Vice Chair Rollason made a substitute motion for a one-month postponement so that staff can gather information to answer financial questions relating to construction of the parking garage. Commissioner Weaver seconded. The motion was approved [7 ayes, 1 …
1B - Briefing on Downtown Density Bonus Program — original pdf
Downtown Density Bonus Program May 23, 2022 Design Commission Content • Background • Progress to Date • Staff Recommendation • Next Steps Background In April 2021, Austin City Council adopted Resolution No. 20210422-039, asking staff to: Move the voluntary Downtown Density Bonus Program fees from the LDC Implement interim fees in-lieu of affordable housing based upon prior and into the fee schedule research Explore changes to the current Floor to Area Ratio (FAR) policy Update the fees in-lieu of affordable housing 3 Progress to Date Research and analysis • Market Analysis and modeling • Development trends Commission briefings • Design Commission • Downtown Commission Stakeholder engagement • Downtown Austin Alliance • Real Estate Council of Austin 4 Objectives Maximize Community Benefit • Fees in lieu of affordable housing are specifically directed towards low barrier approaches to housing people who are chronically homeless Keep flexibility and resilience in program to account for fluctuations in market • Development conditions are rapidly evolving, but the future of demand for downtown office space is uncertain Monitor and Evaluate Outcomes • Reevaluate program outcomes regularly • Provide some predictability for projects to plan around Staff Recommendation 2014 Fee ($/SF Bonus Area) 2021 Interim Fees ($/SF Bonus Area) 2022 Proposed Fee ($/SF Bonus Area) Residential - CBD zoned properties $10 or $5 Residential - all other $5 or $3 Residential - Rainey Street district Commercial - CBD zoned Commercial - all other $5 $0 $0 $12 $10 $5 $18 $12 $12 $10 $5 $9 $6 6 Residential In Focus Staff recommend maintaining the interim residential fee in-lieu rates adopted in 2021 Residential Development FY23 Proposed Fee ($/SF Bonus Area) Consistent Participation – 4 site plan applications have come through for projects that intend to use the Downtown Density Bonus Program since the interim fees were adopted Development costs have risen since 2019 CBD zoned properties All Other Zones Rainey Street district $12 $10 $5 Housing values have risen since 2019 • Hard costs City fees Sales prices Rents • • • 7 Commercial In Focus Staff recommend lowing commercial fee in-lieu rates from the interim fees adopted in 2021 Commercial Development FY23 Proposed Fee ($/SF Bonus Area) Substantial variation from prior policy – the high degree of variation from the $0 fee prior to $18 interim rates was drastic change Stakeholder input – stakeholder input to date continuously …
4-25-22 Meeting Minutes approved 5-23-22 — original pdf
A P P P P P DESIGN COMMISSION Monday, April 25, 2022 6:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER, ROOM 1406 6310 WILHEMINA DELCO, AUSTIN, TX 78752 Meeting Minutes Call to order by: Vice Chair Jessica Rollason at 6:04 p.m. Member List David Carroll – Chair (District 1) Jessica Rollason – Vice-Chair (District 7) Jon Salinas (District 2) Samuel Franco (District 3) Josue Meiners (District 4) Evan Taniguchi (Mayor) A Melissa Hanao-Robledo (District 5) P A P P Jen Weaver (District 6) Aan Coleman (District 8) Bart Whatley (District 9) Ben Luckens (District 10) “P” Denote Commission Members who were in present “A” Denote Commission Members who were absent CITY OF AUSTIN HOUSING AND PLANNING STAFF P Jorge E. Rousselin, Executive Liaison P Gunnar Garnos, Staff Liaison PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: 1. NEW BUSINESS (Discussion and Possible Action): a. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Goodnight Ranch Fire/EMS, located 9400 Capitol View Dr., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Burton Jones, Westley Burger • • • Cris Ruebush, Westley Burger – PGAL, Burton Jones – City of Austin Project Manager presented and answered questions. Commissioner Weaver made a motion to approve that the project complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the city of Austin. Commissioner Salinas seconded. The motion was approved [7 ayes, 0 nays]. Page 1 of 4 b. Discussion and possible action to evaluate and make recommendations regarding whether the Dougherty Arts Center, located 200 S Lamar Blvd., complies with the City Design and Sustainability Standards, for the City of Austin. Applicant(s): Kevin Johnson • • • • • • • Kevin Johnson – City of Austin Parks and Recreation Department, presented and answered questions. Commissioner Meiners joined the meeting by video. Commissioner Rollason suggested potential pedestrian/cyclist enhancements. Commissioner Franco made a motion that the project does not comply with the City Design and Sustainability Standards for the city of Austin and made a recommendation that staff prepare a review of financing sources for the parking garage. Commissioner Weaver made a friendly amendment to potentially reduce the parking requirement to match the size of the building. Vice Chair Rollason made a substitute motion for a one-month postponement so that staff can gather information to answer financial questions relating to construction of the parking garage. Commissioner Weaver seconded. The motion was approved [7 ayes, 1 …
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DOWNTOWN AUSTIN COMMUNITY COURT ADVISORY BOARD Regular Meeting MAY 20, 2022 AT 8:00 AM ONE TEXAS CENTER, STE 125, TRAINING CONFERENCE ROOM 505 BARTON SPRINGS RD AUSTIN, TEXAS 78704 Some members of the COMMISSION/BOARD may be 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 Edna Staniszewski at edna.staniszewski@austintexas.gov or at (512) 974-1260. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Lea Downey Gallatin, Chair Darilynn Cardona-Beiler, Vice Chair Kergin Bedell Jason English Kate Garza Nicole Golden AGENDA Jocelyn Schwartz Seneca Savoie THERE MAY BE DISCUSSION AND ACTION ON ANY OF THE FOLLOWING ITEMS. CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first five (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. 1. APPROVAL OF REGULAR MEETING MINUTES FOR MARCH 11, 2022 2. AUSTIN HOMELESSNESS SYSTEM CLIENT FEEDBACK Individuals sharing first-hand account regarding their experiences being served through Austin’s homelessness system. Speakers signed up prior to the meeting being called to order will be allowed a three-minute allotment to provide their feedback to the Board. 3. NEW BUSINESS A. Project progress presentation of Downtown Austin Community Court geographic service area (GSA)/ and adjudicated offenses analysis – Lauren Stott, DACC Business Process Specialist 4. OLD BUSINESS A. Status of DACC operations during COVID-19, changes in operations, any new trends noticed. Cardona-Beiler/Downey Gallatin) – Pete Valdez, Court Administrator, Downtown Austin Community Court (DACC) i Rapid Rehousing efforts, staffing and housing placement ii Court dockets iii DACC facility update iv Violet Keep Safe Program FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS A. Update on Intensive Case Management program evaluation project B. Update on homelessness mapping initiative C. Annual Internal Review 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 Edna Staniszewski at Downtown Austin Community Court, at (512) 974-1260), for additional information; TTY users …
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D OW N TOWN AUSTI N C OM MU N IT Y C O UR T GEOGRAPHIC SERVICE AREA AND ADJUDICATED CITATION ANALYSIS May 20, 2022 SCOPE AND PURPOSE DACC is conducting an analysis of its current and potential geographic service area (GSA) and adjudicated citations. The purpose of this analysis is to understand the efficacy of DACC’s current GSA and adjudicated citations, and to determine whether expansion or alterations might better serve the community and DACC stakeholders. CURRENT GSA /ADJUDICATED CITATIONS Geographic service area: The neighborhoods for which DACC adjudicates citations. Currently downtown, west campus, and east Austin Adjudicated citations: The charge codes, or offenses, that are heard at DACC. Currently Class C misdemeanors (includes Prop B and state camping ban violations) KEY PROJECT ELEMENTS Methodology: What does this process look like? Stakeholders: Who is involved in different parts of this project? Community Engagement: How is DACC engaging with members of the public on this project? Considerations: What legal, budgetary, or partnership-related considerations are being made? Goals/Expected Outcomes: What are the expected process results? PROJECT TIMELINE March and April 2022 – DACC internal discussions and information analysis May 2022 – Planning for interdepartmental workshops, community engagement process June 2022 – Interdepartmental workshops, community engagement process July 2022 – Analysis of data, preliminary report to DACC Advisory Board
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35 Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, May 19, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM Citywide Advisory Board Update CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Public Hearing (Note: There will be a three-minute time limit) To accept public comment on: The proposed Pathways at Rosewood Courts re-development Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. 1. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on April 21, 2022 CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 2. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02747 Request for Approval to submit the fiscal year 2021/2022 Section 8 Management Assessment Program (SEMAP) Certification to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 3. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02748: Approval of Revised payment standards for the Housing Choice Voucher program 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02749: Roofing Replacements for Pathways at Gaston Place and Pathways at Georgian Manor 5. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding Resolution No. 02750: Roofing Replacements for Pathways at Santa Rita Courts and Pathways at Booker T. Washington Terraces 6. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02751 By the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take the following actions with regard to Pathways at Goodrich Place (the “Development”) in Austin, Texas: (i) enter into an amendment to the ground lease between the Authority and the owner of the Development; and (ii) such other actions necessary or convenient to carry out this Resolution 7. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action on Resolution No. 02752 by the Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Austin (the “Authority”) to take the following actions with regard to 620 Canyon Creek (the “Development”) in Austin, …
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PUBLIC NOTICE OF A MEETING TAKE NOTICE OF A BOARD OF DIRECTORS REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF THE AUSTIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING CORPORATION TO BE HELD AT HACA Central Office, 1124 S. Interstate Highway 35, Austin, TX Austin, TX (512.477.4488) Thursday, May 19, 2022 12:00 PM CALL TO ORDER, ROLL CALL CERTIFICATION OF QUORUM CONSENT AGENDA Public Communication (Note: There will be a three-minute time limitation) Items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Commissioner and considered at another appropriate time on this agenda. Placement on the Consent Agenda does not limit the possibility of any presentation, discussion, or action at this meeting. Under no circumstances does the Consent Agenda alter any requirements under Chapter 551 of the Texas Government Code, Texas Open Meetings Act. CONSENT ITEMS ACTION ITEMS 1. 2. 3. 4. Presentation, Discussion, and Possible Action regarding the Approval of the Board Minutes Summary for the Board Meeting held on April 21, 2022 Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Resolution No: 00204: A resolution authorizing the Austin Affordable Housing Corporation to contribute up to $500,000 towards the construction of the CommUnityCare Clinic at Pathways at Chalmers Courts Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00205 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the permanent financing of Pathways at Goodrich Place (the “Development”), which consists of multifamily housing units and associated amenities in Austin, Texas on real property that is ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause Pathways at Goodrich Place, LP (the “Owner”) to continue owning the Development; (iii) cause the Owner to enter into permanent financing for the Development; and (iv) cause AAHC and/or the Owner to execute any such further documentation as necessary or desirable to allow the consummation of the transactions described herein Presentation, Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution No. 00206 by the Board of Directors of Austin Affordable Housing Corporation (“AAHC”) authorizing AAHC to execute any and all documents, or take any other action, that is necessary or desirable to: (i) facilitate the acquisition of Davenport Place (the “Development”), which consists of multifamily housing units and associated amenities in Austin, Texas to be ground-leased from the Housing Authority of the City of Austin; (ii) cause AAHC’s subsidiary limited liability …
May 18, 2022 Agenda — original pdf
Tourism Commission Board May 18, 2022, at 3 pm City Hall Chambers Room 1001 301 W. Second St. Austin, Texas 78701 Some members of the Tourism Commission 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 contact Felicia Ojeda, 512.404.4022 or felicia.ojeda@austintexas.gov remote participation. To register CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Alta Alexander Ed Bailey Bill Bunch John Riedie District 9 Vacant Mayoral Vacant Greg Chanon Rachel Magee Ken Smith Lois Rodriguez Mike Cannatti AGENDA 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. 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. March 21, 2022 2. OLD BUSINESS The Commission may discuss and take action on the following agenda items: a. Election of a Vice Chair 3. NEW BUSINESS The Commission may discuss and take action on the following agenda items: a. Report from the Parks and Environment Working Group on any updates or make new appointments b. Report from the TPID working group on any updates or make new appointments c. Presentation from the Austin Convention Center on the redevelopment and expansion project d. Discuss Bylaws Article 2 Section B FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS The Commission may discuss and take possible action to request information and identify future agenda items, topics, or presentation: a. Presentation on now the hospitality workers and those that work in live events, including art organizations are impacted by the current economic state. 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 at felicia.ojeda@austintexas.gov for additional information; TTY users’ route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Tourism Commission Board please contact Felicia Ojeda at 512.404.4022 or felicia.ojeda@austintexas.gov. at Austin Convention Center Department, Felicia Ojeda call
Austin Convention Center Presentation — original pdf
Redevelopment and Expansion History Project Proof of Concept Project Considerations Project Financing Hilton Bond Indenture and RFQ Release Next Steps June 10, 2021- Request for Council approval of the Construction Manager at Risk (CMR) Methodology Allows the Convention Center team to release RFQ and RFP for architect/design work and the Construction Manager, respectively, with notification to Council prior to release June 10, 2021- Council Resolution 20210610-096 City Council affirms its commitment to the planning principles documented in Resolution No. 20190523-029, the Palm District Planning Initiative and provides guidance for design elements and direction to be included in the Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for architecture/engineering services for redevelopment and expansion The new Center will be a larger, more efficient facility within a smaller footprint, and the project will deliver an active, community-friendly event facility that enhances the culturally rich fabric of the Palm District Rentable Square Footage Current Space (sq. ft.) Master Plan Target (sq. ft.) Proof of Concept (sq. ft.) Meeting Space 65,000 120,000 – 140,000 Exhibit Space 247,000 450,000 Multipurpose Space* Ballroom Space 64,000 100,000 – 120,000 152,000 372,000 100,000 85,000 Total 376,000 670,000-710,000 709,000 *Multipurpose Space will bring Exhibit space in line with Master Plan Source: HVS Existing Site Barrier between east and west No ground level public interaction Low density No green space Inadequate space for event demand Overview Reaches target size with a vertical approach Integrated redevelopment with adjacent community investments (Project Connect, Palm District) Economically beneficial to the City Larger facility, smaller footprint Exhibit halls and loading docks underground Allows for P3 development on the site 2nd and 3rd street reopened to multi-modal traffic, reconnecting east and west Public Benefits Bringing the local community back Expansive green space at street level Integration with CapMetro’s Project Connect Blue Line and Palm District initiative Street grid reopened and connected east and west P3 development Substantial retail opportunities at ground level Community space along Red River Project construction and operations remain fully funded through the Convention Center allocation of Hotel Occupancy Tax (HOT), 2% expansion HOT, and Convention Center revenues. Funding model developed in conjunction with City finance team and outside financial advisors The Convention Center Expansion Team and consultants have finalized the RFQ and continues to make progress on the many remaining facets of the …
Bylaws 2022 — original pdf
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 Mission & Purpose of the Tourism Commission PURPOSE AND DUTIES. The purpose of the board is: (A) The Tourism Commission is established to provide expertise and recommendations to the city council concerning hotel occupancy tax revenue collected by the city and issues related to and that promote tourism. (B) The commission shall advise the city council on: (1) matters relating to the allocation, investment, and budgets for the hotel occupancy tax revenue and other related funds; (2) city infrastructure and facility investments related to tourism; (3) special events and other city events that have a major tourism component; (4) review and recommendations for marketing related to advertising of Austin, Austin special events, music, art, cultural, and other existing or future tourist attractions; (5) studies, reports, and plans related to the Austin Convention Center and any plans for expansion; (6) state and federal legislation related to the municipal use of hotel occupancy taxes; (7) and any other items related to tourism and hotel occupancy taxes deemed necessary by the (C) The commission shall consist of 11 members, nominated by each council member and the mayor city council or the Tourism Commission. and appointed by the city council. (D) The commission shall convene its first meeting no later than Austin 28, 2018, meeting monthly as required to provide timely recommendations to Council. MEMBERSHIP. (A) The board is composed of eleven members appointed by the city council. (B) A member serves at the pleasure of the city council. (C) Board members serve for a term of four years beginning March 1st on the year of appointment. (D) An individual board member may not act in an official capacity except through the action of the board. (E) A board member who is absent for three consecutive regular meetings or one-third of all regular meetings in a “rolling” twelve-month timeframe automatically vacates the member’s position subject to the holdover provisions in Section 2-1-27 of the City Code. This does not apply to an absence due to illness or injury of the board member, an illness or injury of a board member’s 1 2 3 4 5 6 …
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May 18, 2022 Approved Minutes — original pdf
Tourism Commission May 18, 2022 - 3 pm Hybrid via Video Conferencing and City Hall Chambers Room 1001 301 W. Second St. Austin, Texas 78701 MINUTES In Attendance: Greg Chanon Ed Bailey Rachel Magee Bill Bunch Ken Smith John Riedie Mike Cannatti Absence: Alta Alexander Lois Rodriguez Staff and Other In Attendance: Felicia Ojeda, Austin Convention Center Department, Staff liaison Trisha Tatro, Austin Convention Center Department, Director Katy Zamesnik, Austin Convention Center Department, Chief Administrative Officer 1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER a. Meeting called to order at 3:10 pm by Chair, Rachel Magee 2. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS: a. No Public Communications 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES a. Approval of the March 21, 2022, minutes. i. Vice Chair Smith moved to approve the minutes. Commissioner Chanon seconded the motion. ii. Commissioner Cannatti request a spell check for Joy Casnovsky name. iii. March minutes received unanimous approval votes by commissioners. 4. NEW BUSINESS The Commission discussed the following agenda item: a. Report from the Austin Convention Center Department, Director Trisha Tatro and Chief Administrative Officer Katy Zamesnik i. Commissioner Chanon asked clarification from presentation ii. Commissioner Bunch requested updated financial analysis on this expansion update presentation, requested a summarize of the financial model, requested operational cost report during construction phase, share the RFQ of the architectural design and services iii. Commissioner Bailey requested clarification of the different phases of demolition, number of hotels to during the construction- expansion phase, and Commissioner Smith requested number of rooms with the new hotel growth iv. Commissioner Cannatti asked about expansion concepts and revenue v. Chair Magee requested convention center business throughout the city to minimize event jobs, construction- expansion concept compared to other city convention centers 5. OLD BUSINESS The Commission discussed the following agenda item: a. Election of the Vice Chair position i. ii. Commissioner Riedie motioned to nominate Commissioner Smith as Vice Chair. Commissioner Chanon seconded the motion. All commissioner (Chair Magee, Commissioners Cannatti, Bailey, Chanon, Smith, Riedie, and Bunch) voted with approval of Commissioner Smith’s nomination as the newly appointed Vice Chair. 6. NEW BUSINESS The Commission discussed the following agenda item: b. Report from the Parks and Environment Working Group on any updates or make new appointments i. Commissioner Cannatti updated the board on a new appointed member of the working group. a. George Cofer, Hill Country Conservancy c. Report from the TPID working group on any updates or make new appointments i. …
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SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE MAY 18, 2022 – 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM PERMITTING AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER – ROOM 1401 6310 E WILHELMINA DELCO DRIVE AUSTIN, TEXAS Some members of the Special Events Task Force may be 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, please contact Brydan Summers at 512-974-4854 or Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov. CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS: Members: James Russell (Co-Chair), Jeff Smith (Co-Chair), Bobby Garza, Cindy Lo, Laurel White, Shelley Phillips, Heath Riddles, Mandi Thomas, Dan Carroll, Ingrid Weigand , Frances Thompson Ex Officio Members (City Staff): Brydan Summers, SETF Staff Liaison; Sara Henry, Austin Center for Events Communications; Bill Manno, Special Events Program Manager; Brian Block, DSD Program Manager, Music Office; Mike Jones, Police Sergeant; Robert Alvarado, Code Division Manager; Frances Hargrove, ATD Special Events Manager; Tony Hernandez, DSD Program Manager; Jason Maurer, PARD Sales and Events Manager; Kevin Parker, EMS Commander; Quentin Prior, Fire Battalion Chief; Iby Setzer, ARR Planner Senior; Bryan Walker, DSD Planner II AGENDA CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 2. OLD BUSINESS i. Vote on Recommendations from February Meeting a. Public Safety Staffing b. City Staffing, Non-Public Safety c. Special Event Reporting d. Special Event Date Conflicts e. Sound (§4-20-43) f. Update from Organizers Currently Planning Events g. Determine Media Policy for SETF 3. NEW BUSINESS a. Special Event Ordinance Performance During Spring Festival Season b. Notification Requirements – Approval under (§14-8-28 E) 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. at Please Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854, for additional information; TTY users route through Relay Texas at 711. For more information on the Special Events Task Force, please contact Brydan Summers at Brydan.summers@austintexas.gov or 512-974-4854. the Development Services Department, call Brydan Summers at
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Special Events Task Force APRIL 2022 Meeting Minutes Wednesday, April 20, 2022 Permitting and Development Center – First Floor, Room 1401 2: 00 p.m. ‐ 4:00 p.m. Taskforce Members in Attendance: James Russell, Jeff Smith, Mandi Thomas, Laurel White, Ingrid Weigand, Shelley Phillips, Frances Thompson, Dan Carroll Staff in Attendance: Sara Henry (ACE), Mike Jones (APD), Quentin Prior (AFD), Bill Manno (ACE), Brydan Summers (ACE), Brian Block (DSD), Frances Hargrove (ATD), Jason Maurer (PARD), Kevin Parker (EMS), Quentin Prior (AFD), Iby Setzer (ARR), Tara Long (DSD), Robert Alvarado (Code) Task Force Members Joining Virtually: Heath Riddles‐Sanchez CALL TO ORDER: Co‐Chair Russell called the task force to order at 2:03 p.m. 1. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: No public communication 2. APPROVAL OF NOVEMBER MINUTES: The task force unanimously approved the meeting minutes for February 2022. 3. STAFF PRESENTATIONS A. ACE Reporting Capabilities Brydan Summers gave a presentation on ACE’s current reporting capabilities and limitations, as well as what information is available from Austin 311 for special event complaints. Member Weigand emphasized the usefulness of getting event set up and take down times and attendance numbers after events to better understand the impact multiple events can have. The Task Force decided they would craft a recommendation that staff provide reporting on the items identified in the subcommittee report for Tiers 3 and 4. An item will be placed on the May agenda to review this proposal and vote. Staff confirmed they review the consolidated list of 311 complaints for events and use that information to request modifications in plans for subsequent years. B. The Denial and Appeals Process Brydan Summers gave a presentation on how the denial and appeals process is administrated. Member White asked if an application is submitted on the deadline date would the appeal be taking place close to the actual event date? The answer is yes, and it’s incumbent on the applicant to submit before, or at least by, the application deadline. Staff reported that there have been denials over the past few years but no requests for appeals, staff typically work with organizers to address concerns to either give approval or be clear about why an event can not be approved. The Task Force discussed the concept of an expedited review process, where applicants could pay an additional fee for faster reviews. Mr. Summers explained that it would require staff from each partner department to be available for each …
Proposed Recommendation for Post-Event Reporting — original pdf
Draft Proposal for Post-Event Reporting Recommendation The task force recommends that the Special Events Ordinance be amended to include a robust post-event reporting plan and that the resources necessary to incorporate such reporting be provided to the effected departments. The Special Events Ordinance defines the boundaries for special events incorporating the interests of event organizers, city staff and the public. There is currently no readily available accounting of the success of the ordinance in achieving its aims. The task force feels that post- event reporting is necessary to promote transparency, accountability, continuity (in the face of turnover among staff and event organizers) and a reliable basis for future decisions on events. That reporting should be consolidated so as to be accessible to interested members of the public. Recognizing that such reporting places an additional burden on staff, the task force recommends that the necessary additional resources be provided to implement this important task. Until post-event reporting is well-established, it should be required for only the most impactful events (currently designated as Tier 3 and 4 events). The task force has agreed upon the following matrix of items to be included in post-event reports, with the sources indicated: Item Event History (years of existence - one time or multi-year) If multi-year, year first established Name of Producer, Production Company Number of attendees per event day and in total Time of event (weekend/weekday; daytime/nighttime) Length of event (hours/days) Length of set-up/take-down that add to event days Neighborhood barricades required Yes/No Road closures Yes/No Free event/paid event Amplified Sound Yes/No Parking Plan required Yes/No Alcohol Served Yes/No Food Served Yes/No Source Application Application Application Requires confirmation Requires confirmation Requires confirmation Requires confirmation Application Application Application Application Application Application Application Length (in hours/days) of closure/barricades, including pre and post event Requires confirmation City Resources involved: Police/Fire/EMS/Solid Waste/PARD/Music Office Requires confirmation Complaints Received via 311 if any (Noise, Traffic, Parking, Public Nuisance, etc.) Post-Event Report Pass/Fail (if Fail, with comments) from AFD, APD, APH, EMS, PARD, Sound, Resource Recovery, Transportation Post-Event Report
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Recommendation 20220518-002A: Improve Public Safety Department Staffing for Special Events — original pdf
SPECIAL EVENTS TASK FORCE - RECOMMENDATION 20220518-2A Seconded By: Dan Carroll Date: 5/23/2022 Subject: Recommendations to Improve Public Safety Department Staffing for Special Events Motioned By: Ingrid Weigand Description of Recommendations to Council: Encourage the use of third-party contracts to bolster public safety departments’ staffing for special events. RECOMMENDATION #1 Authorize the Austin Police Department to enter agreements, such as what was authorized by City Council in Item #56 on their February 17, 2022 Meeting– File#22-1375 annually, as needed, in perpetuity. RECOMMENDATION #2 Encourage City Council to remove any barriers in the contract with the Austin Fire Department to enter into third-party agreements to help supplement their work. Rationale: RECOMMENDATION #1 The Special Events Task Force would like APD to be able to enter into these agreements annually, if needed, without requiring Council approval each year. RECOMMENDATIONS # 2 The Collective Bargaining Agreement between the City of Austin and Austin Firefighters Association Local 975 states that only Fire Fighters can perform fire prevention duties, not civilians. As such, it is unclear what, if any, responsibilities could be performed by third-party vendors to support or supplement the work of AFD. Vote For: James Russell, Jeff Smith, Dan Carroll, Shelley Phillips, Mandi Thomas, Frances Thompson, Ingrid Weigand, Laurel White Against: 1 of 2 Abstain: Cindy Lo Absent: Bobby Garza, Heath Riddles-Sanchez Attest: Brydan Summers Special Events Task Force Liaison Development Services Department 2 of 2
Approved Minutes — original pdf
Special Events Task Force MAY 2022 Meeting Minutes Wednesday, May 18, 2022 Permitting and Development Center – First Floor, Room 1401 2: 00 p.m. ‐ 4:00 p.m. Taskforce Members in Attendance: Jeff Smith, Mandi Thomas, Laurel White, Ingrid Weigand, Frances Thompson, Dan Carroll, Cindy Lo Staff in Attendance: Sara Henry (ACE), Mike Jones (APD), Quentin Prior (AFD), Bill Manno (ACE), Brydan Summers (ACE), Brian Block (DSD), Frances Hargrove (ATD), Jason Maurer (PARD), Kevin Parker (EMS), Quentin Prior (AFD), Iby Setzer (ARR), Tara Long (DSD), Robert Alvarado (Code) Task Force Members Joining Virtually: James Russell, Shelley Phillips CALL TO ORDER: Co‐Chair Smith called the task force to order at 2:02 p.m. PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: No public communication 1. APPROVAL OF APRIL MINUTES: The task force unanimously approved the meeting minutes for April 2022. 2. OLD BUSINESS A. Public Safety Staffing The Task Force unanimously approved two recommendations to be sent to City Council related to public safety department staffing at special events. The adopted recommendation language is: 1) Authorize the Austin Police Department to enter agreements, such as what was authorized by City Council in Item #56 on their February 17, 2022 Meeting– File#22‐1375 annually, as needed, in perpetuity. 2) Encourage City Council to remove any barriers in the contract with the Austin Fire Department to enter into third‐party agreements to help supplement their work. B. City Staffing, Non‐Public Safety The Task Force discussed their desire for the City to hire more staff to ensure quick processing of special event permit applications and staffing on‐site, as well as the desire to have an expedited permitting option. The Task Force discussed creating a recommendation to send to Council soon, as there are budget considerations and we are entering budget season. Co‐chair Russell committed to drafting recommendation language for consideration in the June meeting. C. Special Event Reporting The Task force discussed the need for reporting, including all data fields identified in the Subcommittee on Reporting’s proposed recommendation document. In particular, the need to provide reporting for Tier 3 and Tier 4 events and make that publicly available. Brydan Summers advised there are staff concerns around being able to respond to the inclusion of reporting in the Special Events Ordinance, and that though this is a project staff intend to work on, though it is not a high priority. The Task Force discussed putting language in the ordinance that guides staff and includes some …
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Versión en español a continuación. Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council WEDNESDAY, May 18, 2022 Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting to be held on May 18, 2022, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (05/17/2022 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the May 18, 2022, HIV Planning Council Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live la junta en Reunión del Finance/Allocations Meeting of the HIV Planning Council Miercoles, 18 de Mayo, 2022 FECHA de la reunion (18 de Mayo, 2022) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (05/17/2022 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo …
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Versión en español a continuación. Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting of the HIV Planning Council WEDNESDAY, May 18, 2022 Finance/Allocations and Strategic Planning/Needs Assessment Committee Meeting to be held on May 18, 2022, with Social Distancing Modifications Public comment will be allowed via telephone; no in-person input will be allowed. All speakers must register in advance (05/17/2022 by noon). All public comment will occur at the beginning of the meeting. To speak remotely at the May 18, 2022, HIV Planning Council Meeting, members of the public must: •Call or email the board liaison at (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The information required is the speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, and a telephone number or email address. •Once a request to speak has been called in or emailed to the board liaison, residents will receive either an email or phone call providing the telephone number to call on the day of the scheduled meeting. •Speakers must call in at least 15 minutes prior to meeting start in order to speak, late callers will not be accepted and will not be able to speak. •Speakers will be placed in a queue until their time to speak. •Handouts or other information may be emailed to Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov by Noon the day before the scheduled meeting. This information will be provided to Board and Commission members in advance of the meeting. •If this meeting is broadcast live, residents may watch the meeting here: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch- atxn-live la junta en Reunión del Finance/Allocations Meeting of the HIV Planning Council Miercoles, 18 de Mayo, 2022 FECHA de la reunion (18 de Mayo, 2022) La junta se llevará con modificaciones de distanciamiento social Se permitirán comentarios públicos por teléfono; no se permitirá ninguna entrada en persona. Todos los oradores deben registrarse con anticipación (05/17/2022 antes del mediodía). Todos los comentarios públicos se producirán al comienzo de la reunión. Para hablar de forma remota en la reunión, los miembros del público deben: • Llame o envíe un correo electrónico al enlace de (512) 972-5806 and Jaseudia.Killion@austintexas.gov a más tardar al mediodía (el día antes de la reunión). La información requerida es el nombre del orador, los números de artículo sobre los que desean hablar, si están a favor / en contra / neutrales, y un número de teléfono o dirección de correo …
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Regular Meeting of the Environmental Commission May 18, 2022 at 6:00 P.M. Permitting and Development Center, Events Center, Room 1406 6310 Wilhelmina Delco Drive, Austin, Texas 78752 Some members of the Environmental Commission will be participating by videoconference. The meeting may be viewed online at: http://www.austintexas.gov/page/watch-atxn-live Public comment will be allowed in-person or remotely by telephone. Speakers may only register to speak on an item once either in-person or remotely and will be allowed up to three minutes to provide their comments. Registration no later than noon the day before the meeting is required for remote participation. To register to speak remotely, call or email the board liaison Kaela Champlin, (512) 974-3443, Kaela.Champlin@austintexas.gov, no later than noon, (the day before the meeting). The following information is required: speaker name, item number(s) they wish to speak on, whether they are for/against/neutral, email address and telephone number (must be the same number that will be used to call into the meeting). COMMISSIONERS: Haris Qureshi (D-1) Rachel Scott (D-2) Pam Thompson (D-3) Melinda Schiera (D-4) Kevin Ramberg (D-8) Chair Audrey Barrett Bixler (D-5) Ana Aguirre (D-9) Colin Nickells (D-6) Richard Brimer (D-10) Jennifer Bristol (D-7) Secretary Perry Bedford (Mayor) Vice-Chair _________________________________________________________________________________ Agenda CALL TO ORDER PUBLIC COMMUNICATION: GENERAL The first 10 speakers who register to speak no later than noon the day before the meeting will be allowed a three-minute allotment to address their concerns regarding items not posted on the agenda. 1 1. 2. 3. 4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND ACTION a. Approval of the May 4, 2022 Environmental Commission Regular Meeting Minutes (5 minutes) ENVIRONMENTAL OFFICER UPDATES a. Update on Samsung wastewater spill—Katie Coyne, Environmental Officer, Watershed Protection Department (5 minutes) ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION AND POSSIBLE ACTION a. Discuss and consider an ordinance amending Title 25 of the City Code related to floodplain regulations. City Staff: Kevin Shunk and Jameson Courtney, Watershed Engineering Division Manager, Watershed Protection Department (30 minutes) b. Discuss and consider a recommendation on proposed changes to City Land Development Code Title 25 (§ 25-1, § 25-2, § 25-8) to address challenges to the successful design and construction of public mobility projects in the right-of-way (30 minutes) PUBLIC HEARINGS a. Name: 1881 Westlake Drive, SP-2021-0349D Applicant: Joseph William Lee Location: 1881 Westlake Drive, Austin, Texas 78746 Council District: District 8 Staff: Eric Brown, Senior Environmental Scientist, Watershed Protection Department Watershed: Lake Austin and Bee Creek watersheds, Water Supply …
20220518-003a: Atlas 14 commercial redevelopment exception presentation — original pdf
Atlas 14 – Commercial Redevelopment Exception Watershed Protection Department Environmental Commission | May 18, 2022 Floodplain Regulations Update What floodplain rules did we update? What floodplain rules do we recommend updating now? 2 What floodplain rules did we update? Most significant update to our floodplain rules in their 36-year history Goal of updated rules: Protect our residents from flooding based on a better understanding of flood risk with new rainfall information Updated four basic elements of rules • Floodplain definitions • Residential redevelopment exception • Colorado River exception • Freeboard 3 Floodplain Definitions Regulatory 100-yr floodplain = Current FEMA 500-yr floodplain Regulatory 25-yr floodplain = Old COA 100-yr floodplain • Maintain the City’s level of flood protection • Limit construction of new buildings in areas with known flood risk during re- mapping process • Interim definitions until floodplains are re-mapped in 2 - 3 years 4 Residential Redevelopment Exception Administrative approval process floodplain if: 1. Replacement or modification of an existing residential building 2. Does not increase number of dwelling units 3. Finished floor elevation is at least 2 feet above the 100-year floodplain 4. No adverse flooding impact If these 4 conditions are met, the safe access requirement is waived Purpose • Incentivizes development that decreases flood risk • 80% of buildings in the 100-year floodplain are residential • Doesn’t increase the number of dwelling units at risk of flooding • Opens up opportunity for grant Existing condition Re-developed condition funding 5 Option for Minor Improvements to Residential Buildings Administrative approval process for an addition to a residential building in the floodplain if: 1. Finished floor elevation of the addition is at least 2 feet above the 100-year floodplain 2. Not a substantial improvement 3. No adverse flooding impact If these 3 conditions are met, the safe access requirement is waived 6 Colorado River Exception The previous exception allowed for a building to encroach in the 100-year floodplain if it was: • Downstream of Longhorn Dam • Along Lady Bird Lake New rule expands this exception to include: • Lake Austin • Lake Travis (within COA jurisdiction) Lake Travis Purpose • Provide uniform regulations along Colorado River • Colorado River flooding is not flash flooding like rest of City Lake Austin Lady Bird Lake Colorado River downstream of Longhorn Dam 7 7 Freeboard Increase the minimum height between a building’s finished floor and the 100-year floodplain from 1 ft …
20220518-003a: Commercial redevelopment exception code amendments draft — original pdf
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 DRAFT HAS NOT RECEIVED FINAL REVIEW BY LAW DEPARTMENT PART 1. City Code Section 25-7-93 (General Exceptions) is amended to read as follows: § 25-7-93 GENERAL EXCEPTIONS. (A) A development application with a proposed building or parking area that encroaches on the 100-year floodplain may be approved if the encroachment is: (1) a parking area that is smaller than 5,000 square feet or an unoccupied structure that has an area of less than 1,000 square feet, and the director determines that the proposed development: (a) will not have an adverse effect on the 100-year floodplain or surrounding properties; and (b) otherwise complies with the requirements of this title; (2) a new building for residential use that replaces an existing legally constructed building for residential use on the same property and that does not increase the number of legal dwelling units on the property; (3) a new building for commercial use that replaces an existing legally constructed building for commercial use on the same property and: (a) (b) does not increase the building square footage on the property; does not include the following uses as they are defined in the International Building Code: (i) E (Educational); (ii) F (Factory); (iii) H (High Hazard); or (iv) I (Institutional); and Page 1 of 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 DRAFT HAS NOT RECEIVED FINAL REVIEW BY LAW DEPARTMENT (c) does not increase the flood level of parking spaces within the 100-year floodplain unless additional parking is required by another section of this title. (4)[(3)] a building authorized by a waterway development permit issued under Chapter 9-10 before September 25, 1983; or (5)[(4)] a building in the 100-year floodplain of: (b) the Colorado River downstream from Longhorn Dam; (a) Lady Bird Lake; (c) Lake Austin; or (d) Lake Travis. (B) To be approved under this section, development must: (1) be no lower than two feet above the 100-year floodplain, as measured from the lowest floor elevation of any proposed building; (2) (3) (4) comply with the requirements in Chapter 25-12, Article 1, Section 25-12-3 Appendix G (Flood Resistant Construction) and Section 1612 (Flood Loads); compensate for the floodplain …
20220518-003a: Summary of proposed code changes for floodplain regulations - commercial redevelopment exception — original pdf
Summary of Proposed Code Changes for floodplain regulations commercial redevelopment exception May 2022 Description 25-7-93 (A), General Exceptions, add a new subsection (3) 25-7-96, Requirements in the 25-year Floodplain, add a new subsection (D) Current Status/Concern Proposed commercial redevelopment likely requires City Council floodplain variance/timely and costly process for small-scale redevelopment Exceptions to floodplain regulations in the 25-year floodplain Proposed Improvement Provide administrative process to approve commercial redevelopment that reduces flood risk compared to existing condition Companion to the proposed revision above for development in the 25-year floodplain Advantage Reduce uncertainty and costs for small- scale commercial redevelopment in the floodplain Same as above
20220518-003b: LDC Amendments Resolution 20220303028 — original pdf
RESOLUTION NO. 20220303-028 WHEREAS, in August 2016, City Council approved Resolution No. 20160818-07 4 that expressed Council's intent to contract with voters for a Mobility Bond election in November 2016 and directed the City Managerto analyze existing capital project delivery systems and processes in order to recommend potential changes and resource requirements to complete the bond program within eight years from initiation; and WHEREAS, in March 2019, City Council approved Resolution No. 20190328-040 that affirmed the City of Austin's desire to construct as many miles of progressive multi-modal mobility infrastructure as quickly as it can to facilitate congestion relief, safety, and environmental stewardship, and encouraged the City Manager to form a steering committee of representatives from relevant departments to align resources, priorities, and policies that support an accelerated timetable for planned bicycle, scooter, transit, sidewalks, and tier one urban trail and, infrastructure projects; WHEREAS, in August 2019, City Council approved Resolution N o. 20190808-081 that directed the City Manager to analyze and report on options for the City to leverage resources to support the creation, operation, and maintenance of a high-capacity transit system; and, WHEREAS, in August 2020, City Council approved Resolution N o. 20200807-003 that expressed Council's intent to contract with the voters for a citywide rapid transit system (to be known as "Project Connect") that will include four MetroRapid lines to be constructed and operational within five years, and two light rail lines to be constructed within and operational ten years; and, Page 1 of 5 WHEREAS, in August 2020, City Council approved Resolution No. 20200812-011 that expressed Council's intent to contract with the voters fora Mobility Bond election in November 2020, and directed the City Manager to analyze existing capital project delivery systems and processes in order to recommend potential changes and resource requirements to accelerate project delivery and maximize the number ofprojects to be completed within six years; and, WHEREAS, in October 2021, City Council approved Resolution No. 20211029-003 that directed the City Manager to review City Code, including, but not limited to, the Land Development Code, Criteria Manuals, and permitting procedures to identify impediments to the design, construction, implementation, and operation of Project Connect, and to present any Code amendments necessary to City Council no later than April 2022; and, WHEREAS, public mobility projects in the right-of-way offer tremendous community benefits, including improved multimodal access and accessibility for individuals with disabilities, enhanced life safety, greater …
20220518-003b: Proposed LDC Amendments Summary Table — original pdf
Summary of Proposed Changes Type of Change Clarify (Exemptions) of City Code Chapter 25-2, amend Subchapter E 3 25-8-211 (Water Quality Control Requirement) 4 25-8-214 (Optional Payment Instead of Structural Controls in Urban Watersheds) Description Current Status/Concern Proposed Improvement Advantage 1 25-1-112 Fiscal Security, add a new Subsection (F) Fiscal security is primarily intented for private development. The City has other existing mechanisms in place to accomplish the intent of this section for public projects. Clarify that a public project is not required to post fiscal security under this title. Provides clarity for project sponsors, design teams, and Code reviewers. 2 Section 1.2.4. Clarify Public right-of-way is not zoned land. Provides clarity for project sponsors, design teams, and Code reviewers. Clarify that roadway rights-of-way are not subject to zoning and land use rules. Policy Current requirements for calculating impervious cover do not allow a credit for removal of existing impervious. Calculations are done on a "site" basis, translation of site to linear projects in the right-of-way needed. A single mobility project may cross multiple watersheds. Policy Roadway projects have limited land area available to provide space for water quality controls within the right-of-way and vacant land is not always available for purchase. Revise procedure for water quality calculations to be determined on a watershed basis rather than for the total mobility project area and to allow for a credit for the removal of existing impervious cover. Removes barriers to the delivery of critical safety and mobility improvements. Reduces reliance on waivers and variances. Translates code written for commercial development to mobility projects in the right-of-way. 5 25-8-262 (Critical Water Quality Zone Street Crossings) Clarify Current requirements are not clear that rail lines, like roadways, are able to cross critical water quality zones. Creates a Public Mobility Projects Structural Control Fund for payment-in-lieu of built improvements in all watersheds of the City except the Barton Springs Zone. The payment shall be based on a formula established by the Council. As funds accumulate, they City can best direct the use of funds for the design and construction of water quality control facilities. Clarify definitions of types of roadways and that railways have the same ability to cross critical water quality zones as roadways. 6 25-8-341 (Cut Requirements) Clarify Current requirements are not clear that rail lines, like roadways, are able to cross critical water quality zones. Clarify that railways have the …
20220518-004a: 1881 Westlake Dr. SP-2021-0349D variance packet — original pdf
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: May 18, 2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: 1881 Westlake Drive SP-2021-0349D NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Joseph William Lee LOCATION: 1881 Westlake Drive COUNCIL DISTRICT: District #8 ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Eric Brown, Senior Environmental Scientist Watershed Protection Department, Eric.Brown@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITION: Lake Austin and Bee Creek watersheds, Water Supply Rural, Drinking Water Protection Zone Variance request is as follows: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-281(C)(2)(b) to allow the construction within 150-foot of a rimrock Critical Environmental Feature (CEF). Staff recommends this variance with conditions, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. Remove existing boat dock and access path as specified on plans; restore disturbed areas per City Standard Specification 609S. All construction to occur via barge. Staff Findings of Fact Watershed Protection Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name & Case Number: 1881 Westlake Drive SP-2021-0349D Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: LDC 25-8-281(C)(2)(b) - To allow construction within 150 feet of a Rimrock Critical Environmental Feature (CEF) . Include an explanation with each applicable finding of fact. A. Land Use Commission variance determinations from Chapter 25-8-41 of the City Code: 1. 2. The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Yes. A variance from 25-8-281(C)(2)(b) allowing for construction of a boat dock and shoreline access has been granted for similarly situated properties with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code. The variance: a) Is not necessitated by the scale, layout, construction method, or other design decision made by the applicant, unless the design decision provides greater overall environmental protection than is achievable without the variance; Yes. No disturbance of the rimrock CEF is proposed, all proposed construction activities are to occur downgradient of the rimrock CEFs, and construction is to occur from the lakeside by barge. The proposed construction to be performed from a barge provides greater overall environmental protection. b) Is the minimum deviation from the code requirement necessary to allow a reasonable use of the property; Yes. The variance is the minimum deviation from the code requirement to allow for a reasonable use of the property. The code requires a 150-foot critical environmental feature buffer. This buffer is not being reduced. The scope of the variance is limited to allowing construction activities …
20220518-004a: 1881 Westlake SP-2021-0349D staff presentation — original pdf
1881 WESTLAKE DRIVE – BOAT DOCK REPLACEMENT SP-2021-0349D Eric Brown Hydrogeologic Reviewer Watershed Protection Department PROPERTY DATA • LAKE AUSTIN AND BEE CREEK WATERSHEDS • WATER SUPPLY RURAL CLASSIFICATION • CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURES ON SITE • COUNCIL DISTRICT 8 BACKGROUND • • • BOAT DOCK ON THE LAKE NEAR RIMROCK DEMOLITION AND REPLACEMENT OF EXISTING BOAT DOCK CODE REFERENCE •TITLE 25 – LAND DEVELOPMENT CODE, CHAPTER 25-8-281(C)(2)(B). VARIANCE REQUEST REQUEST TO VARY FROM LDC 25-8- 281(C)(2)(B) TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION WITHIN 150-FOOT OF CRITICAL ENVIRONMENTAL FEATURE (CEF) BUFFERS. Rimrock 1 Rimrock 2 Rimrock 3 Rimrock 4 VARIANCE RECOMMENDATION FINDING OF FACTS HAVE BEEN MET. STAFF RECOMMENDS THE APPROVAL OF THIS VARIANCE WITH THE CONDITION THAT ALL CONSTRUCTION BE COMPLETED BY BARGE. QUESTIONS?
20220518-004b: Crossroads Logistics Center Additions — original pdf
ITEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION AGENDA COMMISSION MEETING DATE: 5/18/2022 NAME & NUMBER OF PROJECT: NAME OF APPLICANT OR ORGANIZATION: Crossroads Logistics Center Additions (SP-2021-0169D) Crossroad Logistics Center Additions (Steve Jamison) LOCATION: 8500 East Parmer Lane, Manor, Texas 78653 COUNCIL DISTRICT: ETJ ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW STAFF: Tunde Daramola, Environmental Review Specialist Senior, DSD, 512-974-6316, Babatunde.Daramola@austintexas.gov WATERSHED: REQUEST: STAFF RECOMMENDATION: STAFF CONDITIONS: Gilleland Creek Watershed, Suburban, Desired Development Zone Variance request is as follows: Request to vary from LDC 25-8-342 to allow fill over 4feet up to 17feet Staff recommends this variance, having determined the findings of fact to have been met. Increase setback area by a minimum of 1.09acre for existing CEF. Preserve trees/natural areas. Apply City of Austin Landscaping Ordinance on ETJ site. Increase tree inches on site/mitigation. Provide structural containment of fill with a retaining wall. Development Services Department Staff Recommendations Concerning Required Findings Project Name: Ordinance Standard: Watershed Protection Ordinance Variance Request: Crossroads Logistics Center Additions To allow for fill exceeding 4 feet up to 17 feet for building construction Include an explanation with each applicable finding of fact. A. Land Use Commission variance determinations from Chapter 25-8-41 of the City Code: 1. The requirement will deprive the applicant of a privilege available to owners of similarly situated property with approximately contemporaneous development subject to similar code requirements. Yes. The variance will not be providing a special privilege to the applicant. The proposed buildings are similar in size to similarly situated property. In order to facilitate this type of development, significant levelling is required to enhance maneuverability into the loading docks, allowing trucks to operate safely on site. The limits of the fill do extend beyond the building as shown in the cut/fill exhibit but is contained with a retaining wall structure designed in conjunction with the building walls, so the building is supported. Prior projects in this industrial development zone had a similar situation. A prime example is Park 183 Buildings 6 & 7, SP-2021-0072C. A Land Use Commission variance was granted to LDC 25-8-342 to allow cut and fill up to 17 feet. 2. The variance: a) Is not necessitated by the scale, layout, construction method, or other design decision made by the applicant, unless the design decision provides greater overall environmental protection than is achievable without the variance; Yes. The industrial use for this project requires level loading docks, parking, and …
20220518-003b: Revised Draft LDC Ordinance — original pdf
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS ORDINANCE NO. Item #94 5/19/22 CPO AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CITY CODE TITLE 25 RELATING TO REGULATION OF PUBLIC MOBILITY PROJECTS IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY; AND ESTABLISHING AN OPTIONAL PAYMENT RELATED TO WATER QUALITY CONTROLS FOR PUBLIC MOBILITY PROJECTS IN THE RIGHT- OF-WAY. BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUSTIN: PART 1. City Code Section 25-1-21 (Definitions) is amended to add a new definition for “public mobility project” and to renumber the subsequent definitions accordingly: (88) PUBLIC MOBILITY PROJECT means a transportation project, including a multi-use trail, rail or transit line, or street, funded by a public entity and located on publicly owned land or in the right-of-way or a public easement. PART 2. City Code Section 25-1-112 (Fiscal Security) is amended to add a new Subsection (F) to read as follows: (F) A public mobility project in the right-of-way is not required to post fiscal security under this title. PART 3. Section 1.2.4. (Exemptions) of City Code Chapter 25-2, Subchapter E is amended to read as follows: 1.2.4. Exemptions. A. General Exemptions. Except as otherwise provided in this Subchapter, the following types of development are exempt from the requirements of this Subchapter: 1. Development that does not require a site plan under Chapter 25-5, except that Section 2.5 (Exterior Lighting) shall apply; 2. Development in the following zoning districts: Agricultural (AG) district; Aviation (AV) district; and a. b. c. Traditional neighborhood (TN) district; 5/16/2022 5:10 PM Page 1 of 15 COA Law Department 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 3. Development built pursuant to the overlay district provisions of the University Neighborhood Overlay (UNO) district; 4. Development of a public primary or secondary educational facility; 5. Development built pursuant to the Robert Mueller Municipal Airport Redevelopment Plan; 6. Development of an industrial use or unmanned communication services, construction sales and service, drop-off recycling collection facility, equipment repair or scrap and salvage services use that is not located on a Core Transit Corridor; 7. Interior remodeling of a building. 8. Development for which public access is prohibited due to health, safety and welfare reasons; 9. Development …
20220518-004b: Crossroads Logistics Center Additions staff presentation — original pdf
Crossroads Logistics Center Additions 1 8500 East Parmer Lane SP-2021-0169D Tunde Daramola Environmental Review Specialist Senior Development Services Department 2 OUTLINE • Property Data • Synopsis • Existing Conditions • Variance Request • Grading Exhibit • Retaining Structure • Variance Recommendation Property Data • Gilleland Creek Watershed • Suburban Watershed Classification • Desired Development Zone • ETJ • Not located over Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone • No Critical Environmental Features on property 3 North Synopsis 4 • • • • The project consists of three tracts of land equaling 104.23 acres located at the northeast corner of State Hwy 130 and Parmer Lane. Project proposes the construction of four office/warehouse buildings totaling 1,100,480 square feet including water quality ponds, rain garden, wastewater and drainage improvements. Project is in the 2-mile ETJ and lies within a manufacturing corridor with warehouse buildings ranging from 211,680 square feet to 358,400 square feet. Property slopes from 550 feet in the SW corner to 520 feet in the NE corner. 5 North Existing Conditions 6 Ground vegetation is typical grasses, prairie, elm, mesquite, hackberry/ No CEF/CWQZ Variance Request 7 • To allow fill in excess of 4 feet and up to 17 feet within the Desired Development Zone. (LDC 25-8-342) Proposed Site Plan and Grading 8 NTS North Retaining Structure 200’ CEF setback 9 • To structurally contain fill and minimize the amount of grading • Resist lateral pressure of the soil. • Prevent movement of soil downward. Retaining Walls • Enhancing stability. NTSNorth Variance recommendation 10 Staff recommends the variance, having determined that the required findings of fact have been met. Staff also recommends and supports the following conditions in accordance to approved variance exhibits: • Increase setback area by a minimum of 1.09acre for existing CEF. • Preserve trees (not required in the ETJ) • Apply City of Austin Landscaping Ordinance (not required in the ETJ) • Increase tree inches on site/mitigation (not required in the ETJ). • Provide structural containment of fill with a retaining wall (552lf). 11 THANK YOU
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20220518-003b: Proposed code changes to LDC Title 25 recommendation — original pdf
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20220518-003b Date: May 18, 2022 Seconded by: Kevin Ramberg Subject: Proposed changes to the City Land Development Code Title 25 (§ 25-1, § 25-2, § 25-8) Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission has reviewed the proposed code amendments for the mobility projects in the right-of-way. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the changes to the code where developed in collaboration with eight city departments. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission understands the purpose code changes. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the City staff are requesting changes to City Land Development Code Title 25 (§ 25-1, § 25-2, § 25-8) to address challenges to the successful design and construction of public mobility projects in the right-of-way. THEREFORE, Environmental Commission recommends the proposed changes to the City Land Development Code Title 25 (§ 25-1, § 25-2, § 25-8) to address challenges to the successful design and construction of public mobility projects in the right-of-way with the following Env. Commission conditions. Environmental Commission Conditions: 1. Watershed Protection Department report annually to the Env. Commission on the following: a. the public mobility projects that receive administrative variances from impervious cover b. the public mobility projects (and their respective funds) that contributed to the public project limitations, structural control fund, and c. the waters quality improvement projects designed or constructed with these funds. VOTE: 8-3 For: Qureshi, Scott, Schiera, Ramberg, Bristol, Barrett Bixler, Bedford, Nickells Against: Thompson, Aguirre, Brimer Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair 2
20220518-003a: Commercial redevelopment exception code amendments recommendation — original pdf
1 ENVIRONMENTAL COMMISSION MOTION 20220518 003a Date: May 18, 2022 Subject: Proposed changes to the Land Development Code § 25-7-93 and 25-7-96 to include a commercial redevelopment exception Seconded by: Kevin Ramberg Motion by: Jennifer Bristol RATIONALE: WHEREAS, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration completed a study of historical rainfall for Texas in 2018 called Atlas 14 that showed that the Austin area is experiencing heavier rainfall more frequently and that the probability of severe flooding is greater than previously realized. WHEREAS, in response, the City of Austin revised its floodplain regulations and adopted interim floodplain maps until a citywide floodplain study could be completed. As part of the revised floodplain regulations, a Residential Redevelopment Exception was created, among other items, to promote redevelopment that reduces flood risk for development residential properties. WHEREAS, the Environmental Commission recognizes the City staff are requesting changes to Land Development Code § 25-7-93 and § 25-7-96 to promote flood risk reduction when redeveloping commercial properties. THEREFORE, the Environmental Commission recommends the proposed changes to Land Development Code § 25-7-93 and § 25-7-96 with the following Environmental Commission Conditions: Environmental Commission Conditions: • Continue to inform the public through outreach and public comment events • Include the high hazard maps for those outreach events. VOTE: 9-2 For: Qureshi, Schiera, Ramberg, Bristol, Barrett Bixler, Aguirre, Thompson, Bedford, and Nickells Against: Brimer and Scott Abstain: None Recuse: None Absent: None Approved By: Kevin Ramberg, Environmental Commission Chair 2